What’s the One Problem Paul Saw in the Church?
Rev. Dr. Ebby Arnold joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4194 of Day1 to explore Paul’s vision of unity in the early church. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, they discuss storytelling, foolishness, and God’s upside-down wisdom. How are we called to live a different story?
Prophetic Preaching Doesn't Thunder—It Weeps
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4193 of Day1 to explore the heart of prophetic preaching. Drawing from personal wisdom, and the pastoral art of lament, Dr. Long invite us to consider preaching that embraces compassion over condemnation. How can we preach with both truth and tenderness?
What Sanctification Really Means
Rev. Leon Stevenson joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4192 of Day1 to explore the meaning of sanctification. Drawing from personal stories, Spirit-filled insight, and the daily walk of faith, they invite us to reflect on how we grow to look more like Jesus. How do we recognize the fire of spiritual maturity in our own lives?
What Keeps People from Feeling Welcome in Church?
Rev. Robb Webb joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4191 of Day1 to explore the tension between faith and institutional religion. Drawing from Colossians 1 and church architecture, he challenges us to rethink what welcome really means. How can we become more visibly open to the world? Read and reflect on how churches can rediscover Christ-centered hospitality.
Can Co-Location Beget Community?
Rev. Dr. Jenny Shultz-Thomas joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4189 of Day1 to explore interfaith community and Christian partnership. Drawing from the Tri-Faith Initiative in Omaha, Nebraska, this inspiring conversation highlights collaboration, presence, and bold ministry in action. How can we build real community through shared space and purpose? Read and reflect on the call to embody faith beyond our walls.
How to Be the Church People Are Looking For
Rev. Dr. Charles Qualls joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4188 of Day1 to explore authentic Christian welcome. Drawing from 2 Kings 2 and lived pastoral wisdom, they invite us to shift from anxious outreach to genuine hospitality. How can we show Christ by simply showing up? Read and reflect on what it means to “throw a party worth attending.”
Lo Cotidiano: God's Presence in the Everyday
Rev. Juan Carlos Huertas joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4187 of Day1 to explore how God meets us in Ordinary Time. Drawing from 1 Kings 19 and insights from Ada María Isasi-Díaz on Lo Cotidiano, they invite us to embrace God’s presence in daily life. How can we notice God’s transforming work in the ordinary?
Enneagram Insights for Your Walk with Christ
Rev. Danny Lybarger joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4186 of Day1 to explore how understanding the Enneagram can deepen Christian faith. Drawing from personal experiences and insights from Richard Rohr, they ask: How can the Enneagram enhance your spiritual journey?
Speaking in Tongues: Pentecostal Prayer and the Spirit of Pentecost
Rev. Rebecca Gurney joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4185 of Day1 to explore the meaning of speaking in tongues and the richness of Pentecostal prayer. Drawing from scriptural insights into Pentecost, they invite us to a reflection on prayer. How might openness to spiritual gifts transform our worship and community life in embracing the mysterious power of the Spirit?
Called by God: Embracing Reluctant Divine Callings
Rev. Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4184 of Day1 to explore what it means to be called by God. Drawing from Acts 16:16-34, personal stories, and biblical examples, they invite us to examine the nature of reluctant obedience. How do we discern and respond when God calls us into uncomfortable places? Read and reflect on the divine invitation to faithful action.
How One Quiet Voice Shaped the PC(USA)’s Brief Statement of Faith
Rev. Dr. Cynthia Campbell joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4183 of Day1 to explore the legacy of the Brief Statement of Faith. Drawing from PC(USA) history, Indigenous witness, and Spirit-led courage, they invite us to reflect on the voices we hear—and those we’ve silenced. How can we make space for stories still speaking? Read and reflect on the power of shared faith and memory.
Everyone Belongs: The Radical Welcome of the Eucharist
Sara Miles joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4182 of Day1 to explore the power of shared meals as sacred acts of welcome. Drawing from the Eucharist and teachings of Isaac of Nineveh, she invites us to examine exclusion in the church. Who are we called to invite to God’s table? Read and reflect on the radical hospitality at the heart of Christian community.
The Sacrament of Doubt
Rev. Peter Wallace joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4181 of Day1 to explore the sacrament of doubt. Drawing from Revelation 7 and the realities of spiritual uncertainty, they invite us to embrace honest questions as a sacred part of our faith. How can we find God in our doubts? Read and reflect on faith that grows through struggle.
Loving Our Enemies Isn’t Easy—But It's God’s Way
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4180 of Day1 to explore the challenge of loving our enemies. Drawing from Acts 9:1-20, they reflect on God's call to recognize the humanity in others—even those we oppose. How can we see our enemies through the eyes of grace? Read and reflect on God’s invitation to radical love and inner transformation.
How Megachurches Reflect the World Around Us
Rev. Dr. Hyemin Na joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4179 of Day1 to reflect on how megachurches mirror our broader cultural moment. Drawing from her research and upcoming book, she explores what church structure reveals about our values—and what faithful resistance looks like. How can we lead communities that abide in purpose, instead of productivity?
This Easter: Preach the Gospel, Not the Headlines
Rev. Mark Ramsey joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4178 of Day1 to explore what it means to preach hope in uncertain times. Reflecting on the Easter message, pastoral courage, and the power of proclaiming truth, he reminds us that gospel proclamation isn’t optional. How can we preach with faith when the world feels unsteady?
Jesus vs. Caesar: A Radical Lesson on Gratitude
Dr. Diana Butler Bass joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4177 of Day1 to explore the radical nature of Jesus’ teachings on gratitude. Drawing from Luke 14, Roman law, and ancient economic systems, they invite us to rethink our assumptions about thankfulness and power. How might embracing biblical gratitude free us from transactional faith? Read and reflect on the liberating call to live beyond empire.
Coming to Faith Doesn’t Mean the Search Is Over
Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4176 of Day1 to explore spiritual longing and new beginnings. Drawing from Philippians 3:4b-14, they examine the transformative power of meeting Christ in our search. How can we embrace continual renewal in our faith journey? Read and reflect on reinvigorating your spiritual walk.
The Sacred Power of Radio Preaching
Rev. Dr. Tom Long joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4175 of Day1 to explore the enduring power of radio preaching. Reflecting on the legacy of the Protestant Hour, he reveals how audio sermons invite intimacy, imagination, and personal connection. What unique role does radio still play in spiritual formation? Read and reflect on the power of voice in the life of faith.
Preaching Wisdom for a Polarized Age
In Episode #4174 of Day1, Rev. Dr. Tom Long and Rev. Dr. Jared Alcántara join host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime to explore how preachers can faithfully navigate a polarized, divided world. How can we name injustice without causing division? Discover practical insights for preaching with humility, courage, and compassion in challenging times.