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Modern Christianity is in the midst of a veritable schism along the fault lines of society's culture wars. Only if we understand the origins of this split can we find our way to unity. Though few may realize it today, Jesus's ministry unfolded in a crisis very similar to the one society is now battling. In fact, were it not for the truly catastrophic conditions in early first-century Galilee, his reimagining of the three quintessential virtues of the Torah—social justice; compassion toward one another; and an abiding love of God—would have likely failed to attract a wide following.

Leadership is tough. Now more than ever. To compete in today’s marketplace, leaders can no longer avoid issues of justice. But the landscape often feels fractured and confusing, filled with complex cultural landmines that can threaten the health and success of their companies. If you’re a leader, where should you start? If you don’t have the skill and understanding to wade into these messy waters, you—and your company—will be left behind. To be great, you must know how to be just.

We have somehow internalized the unbiblical idea that the immaterial aspect of our being (our soul or spirit) is inherently good while the material aspect (our body) is at worst inherently evil and at best neutral - just a vehicle for our souls to get around. So we end up neglecting or disparaging our bodies. But we don't have bodies; we are our bodies. And God created us that way for a reason. Theologian Gregg Allison presents a holistic theology of the human body from conception through eternity to equip us to address pressing contemporary issues related to our bodies.

"Theology is a place and a story. Theology is the place and story you think of when you ask yourself about the meaning of your life, of the world, and the possibility of God." So begins Serene Jones's epic work of raw truth, fierce love, and spiritual teaching as muscular as the fractured soul...

The Current social and political environment has fractured families and communities, pitting neighbors and loved ones against one another, fostering anger, fear and mistrust. Brighter options are possible. Once a month, join Co-Hosts Wendy Root and Julia Van Daam in their musings and interviews with wisdom keepers, healers and social change artists, as they tease the light from the global shadow. Whether you want to create more harmony at family gatherings or you have aspirations of shifting the global paradigm this podcast is for you.