In a culture that pressures us to conform, The Courage to Stand offers a biblical vision for facing fear without losing our soul. In this conversation with U.S. Women’s National Soccer player Jaelene Daniels, courage is reframed as obedience to God—marked by integrity, endurance, and faithfulness. This talk reminds us that true courage is found in speaking truth with love, relying on community, and trusting God’s strength in our weakness.
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In a time of cultural uncertainty and shaken foundations, Phillipa Stroud offers a steady and hopeful vision in In Our Foundations Are the Future. Drawing from Scripture, history, and spiritual formation, she reminds us that true transformation flows from the resurrection and the ancient practices of the Christian faith. Rather than chasing what’s new, this talk calls us to recover enduring virtues—gentleness, kindness, truth, and self-control—and to rebuild with confidence as participants in a much older, lasting story.
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Roberta Ahmanson explores beauty as a gracious gift from God—one that awakens wonder, gratitude, and worship. She challenges us to move beyond consuming beauty and instead offer it generously, showing how the Church has long used beauty to direct hearts toward God and remind us of our lasting citizenship in His kingdom.
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Robin John highlights how gratitude and faithfulness give us the courage to pursue work that truly matters. His story shows that God moves through those who remain steadfast, even when their choices stand in contrast to the surrounding culture. He challenges us to consider whether we prioritize our own comfort or choose to serve the needs of others. Gratitude broadens our perspective, helping us see the wellbeing of our city, our community, and ourselves. When we give thanks and act with intention, courage has room to grow.
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Today’s episode features Gabe Lyons—author, speaker, and co-founder of THINQ Media. In this episode, The Cost of Conversation, Gabe explores how meaningful dialogue—not just talking more—is essential in our polarized age, and he highlights what it really costs us to engage in it well. Though the costs are real, Gabe emphasizes the payoff: deeper trust, communal wisdom, the ability to discern better paths forward, and a culture that resists division and builds bridges rather than walls.
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Today’s episode features Jessica Hook—an accomplished artist turned champion shooter who has spent over a decade competing in action shooting sports. With a background in both the video game industry and high-pressure competition, Jessica has learned what it takes to stay focused when chaos hits.
She shares practical wisdom on building mental discipline, preparing for pressure, and even seeing failure as a step toward success. If you’ve ever struggled to keep your focus in stressful moments, this talk will give you tools to stay grounded and thrive under pressure.
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Today’s episode features Rebekah Lyons—author, speaker, and co-founder of THINQ Media. Rebekah is passionate about helping people take charge of their emotional health, and in this talk she shares four life-giving rhythms that calm inner chaos and make space for a flourishing life.
In a time when anxiety, panic, and depression are on the rise, these rhythms are more than just good habits—they’re lifelines that ground us and sustain us. If you’re longing for practices that bring peace, renewal, and hope, this message will encourage you to step into a healthier way of living.
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Today’s episode features Gloria Umanah—spoken-word artist, visionary of Hope Booth, and founder of The Ex-Nihilo Collective. Grant Skeldon, THINQ Next Gen Director, interviews Gloria about her story and the hope she found in the midst of depression.
Gloria reminds us of the power of community in a lonely world and the truth that every person with a pulse has a purpose. If you’ve wrestled with hopelessness or simply need encouragement to keep going, this episode will point you back to the life-giving hope found in Jesus.
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Today’s episode features Dr. Curt Thompson—psychiatrist, speaker, author, and podcast host of Being Known and NeuroFaith (A THINQ Media Podcast). He unpacks why anxiety has become the dominant emotion for the next generation and how we can respond with healthier practices.
Dr. Thompson offers practical tools for calming anxiety, regulating emotions, and creating space for both mind and body to thrive. If you’ve felt overwhelmed or burned out, this talk will help you find greater peace and resilience.
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Are you a parent or grandparent who wants to shift and shape culture? You'll enjoy today's episode! We’re featuring an important talk from our THINQ library by Mark and Jan Foreman: Raising Children That Shift Culture. Mark and Jan are pastors, authors, and the parents behind the Switchfoot frontmen, Jon and Tim Foreman. They share wisdom from their lives and their book Never Say No: Raising Big-Picture Kids, inviting parents to say "yes" to creativity, presence, and kingdom vision in their children’s lives. Tune in to hear how you can help your kids explore God-honoring passions while building trust through encouragement—not just rules.
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YMAL: Courageous Families by Ben and Kirsten Watson
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In today's episode, we're featuring a talk from our THINQ library called “The Fallacy of Control” by pastor & author Sharon Hodde Miller.
Sharon challenges the cultural lie that tells us control is peace. She describes how the illusion of control only fuels anxiety, fractures relationships, and burdens us with unrealistic expectations.
If you're holding too tightly to some things in your life, Sharon will help you look to God’s truth and the agency He’sgiven you. Listen now as she points you to look to the Holy Spirit in order to cultivate real power, freedom, and calm in your life.
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YMAL: A Holy Departure from a Fast Faith by Alicia Britt Chole
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Today's episode features a talk from the THINQ library by Christine Caine called New, Not Next. Christine is an author, speaker, evangelist, and founder of A21 Campaign, an organization that combats human trafficking.
Christine flips a cultural script we’ve all felt: the pressure to chase the next title, the next opportunity, the next version of success. She reminds us that God isn’t looking for the next big thing from us—He’s inviting us to participate in something new He’s doing right now.
If you’re feeling stuck in comparison, burned out by ambition, or simply waiting for permission to move forward, this episode is for you!
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YMAL: The Emptiness of Platform Building by Grant Skeldon
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Today’s episode is a courageous and necessary one. You’re going to hear from Mo Isom Aiken, Founder of Bold Life International, who shares about one of the most sensitive and often misunderstood topics in the Church: sexuality.
In her talk, From Shame to Purity, Mo doesn’t shy away from the pain, confusion, or silence many of us have experienced in this area. Instead, she brings it all into the light—with honesty, grace, and a gospel vision that’s more redemptive than restrictive.
Whether you're a parent, a pastor, a college student, or someone just trying to navigate your own story, this conversation will challenge the narratives we’ve inherited and offer hope where sin and shame have taken root.
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Visit https://moisom.com to learn more about Mo's work.
YMAL: “Porn and Technology” by Jefferson Bethke
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As thought leaders, it’s our job to ask better questions than the rest of the world.
In this episode, Gabe Lyons wraps up our 5-part series on the THINQ Framework, unpacking the final piece–the “Q” for “QUESTIONS."
Listen in to find out how QUESTIONS are the tool that uncovers our assumptions and motivations and the compass that keeps our convictions rooted in truth and our tone shaped by grace.
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YMAL: The End of Questions
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In this week's episode, Gabe Lyons unpacks the “N” for “NUANCE” in the THINQ Framework. He shares how NAUNCE is often misunderstood, but learning to hold tension, acknowledge complexity, and speak with grace is essential if we want to reflect the character of Jesus in today’s polarized culture.
Tune in to learn how we can communicate truth with both conviction and compassion as we work to think well about current cultural issues.
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YMAL: What A.I. Wants
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In a culture of hot takes and hardened views, learning to ask the right questions can open hearts, deepen relationships, and reveal truth.
In this episode, Gabe Lyons uncovers the power of INQUIRY—the third lens in the THINQ Framework. Hear how the practice of asking better questions before offering quick answers gives us access to understanding others and influencing them with wisdom.
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