In Praise of Podcasts
by Warren L. Maye
These podcasts keep the focus on Christ.
Holy Post
Phil Vischer, creator of VeggieTales, and Skye Jethani, author and pastor, host the Holy Post. Their dynamic and often funny conversations make a wide range of topics accessible and enjoyable. They cover theology, culture, politics, and current events, providing in-depth analysis and thoughtful commentary on contemporary issues to help listeners navigate their faith in a complex world. Some listeners may feel that the podcast skews left in its political and cultural commentary, but universal themes of faith, ethics, and social justice run through it.
Faith Over Fear
Hosts Jennifer Slattery and Carol McCracken provide practical strategies to overcome fear and anxiety and experience joy, peace, and spiritual vitality. They offer insights that help listeners build confidence and live boldly in their faith. Recent episodes include “When God Says Do Not Fear” and “Maintaining Faith Amid Financial Uncertainty.” To foster a sense of community, listeners are encouraged to join the private Faith Over Fear – Podcast Listeners Facebook group, which allows members to share their thoughts, ask questions, and support one another.
Pastor Rick’s Daily Hope
Excerpts from Pastor Rick Warren’s many sermons are introduced by an announcer much like earlier Christian ministry radio broadcasts. “Rick Warren will guide us through a deep biblical exploration of how to overcome the hurts, hang-ups, and habits that really hold us back,” says the announcer in one episode. Pastor Rick provides daily encouragement and practical advice based on biblical principles. His uplifting messages, and his clear and relatable teaching style, help listeners navigate life’s challenges with faith and hope.
The Grace Message
Dr. Andrew Farley is known for his insightful teaching of the Bible. He connects the dots of Scripture to help listeners understand the New Covenant more profoundly. The Grace Message presents his sermons and radio shows, in which he addresses questions from callers on theology as well as practical applications of faith in everyday life: “Is suicide an unforgivable sin?” “What does repentance really mean?” The message of God’s unconditional love and the meaning of Jesus’ sacrifice on the Cross comes through loud and clear.
The Table
This weekly podcast from the Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary is hosted by Dr. Darrell Bock, Bill Hendricks, Kymberli Cook, Kasey Olander, and Milyce Pipkin. (Warren L. Maye, editor-in-chief of SAconnects, joined Pipkin on a recent episode, “Probing the Pressures of the Press.”) The rotating hosts are joined by expert guests to discuss the Christian faith in ways that are relevant to everyday life. They aim for constructive talk and varied perspectives even about difficult issues, keeping things accessible to both seasoned theologians and newcomers to the faith
About the Author: Warren L. Maye
