Episodes

TURNING RESOLUTIONS INTO RESULTS January — the month to set new resolutions. However, by February 80% of New Year's resolutions have failed! Josh and Betsy dig down to the heart of the matter, and offer practical advice on how to turn your resolu...

REJECTING FOMO (and FOBO) - Do you ever feel anxious about what you are missing out on, or that there is a better option out there? You are not alone. This is now a common experience. Josh and Betsy encourage you to reject Fear Of Missing Out,

ONLINE SHOPPING AND THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP - Were you at the computer, instead of in the mall, on Black Friday? Did you find some bargains on Cyber Monday? E-Commerce is one of the fastest growing sectors of the American economy.

WHEN THE HOLIDAYS AREN'T SO HAPPY Holiday depression is a real thing. A quick google search will reveal dozens of articles with ideas about how to deal with loneliness and sadness during the holidays. What role should the church take in addressing this? Do you struggle with loneliness and sadness? This episode will offer suggestions on finding community. This episode will also equip Christians to reach out to those who are hurting during the holidays. Show Notes: AARP article on Holiday Loneline...

DISNEY UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT — PART TWO In part two Josh and Betsy continue to analyze Disney movies. They look at the themes of personal freedom and romance, which can be found in just about all of Disney’s animated features.

DISNEY UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT — PART ONE Apple Pie . . . the Fourth of July . . . the Super Bowl . . . Walt Disney. What is more American than Disney? Ah, Disney – it’s amazing theme parks, its iconic characters, and of course,

THE LONELINESS EPIDEMIC Studies show that chronic loneliness is as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In the 1920s, about 5% of Americans lived alone. As of 2013, 27% of Americans now live alone. God made us to be social,

THE UNEXPECTED VALUE OF THE FAMILY MEAL The family that eats together, stays together. Do you sit down with your loved ones and enjoy family dinners? Does everybody eat on the run all the time? Is the TV ever off during a meal? In this episode,

STRONG IS THE NEW SKINNY Toned triceps are this season's hottest accessory! - Exercise is a great thing. We love to get a good workout in. Moreover, there are more gyms in America than ever before. However, can exercise become an idol?

PORN-PROOFING YOUR KIDS - PART TWO We live in a 'pornified' world. Continuing on the subject we began in episode one, in this episode we address the guidelines, strategies and resources for porn proofing your kids.

SOCIAL MEDIA: THE GOOD, THE BAD, and THE UGLY Social Media is a universal part of our lives today. In this episode we discuss 'What is Social Media?', and how it enriches and diminishes our lives. Tune in to learn about hashtags, globetrotting on Instagram, finding your ‘squad’, isolation in the virtual world, fake twitter accounts, and "belfies" -- all from a Christian worldview. RELATED RESOURCES Questions? Comments? Email us at intersect@nepres.com

INTERSECT: WHERE CHURCH MEETS CULTURE INTRODUCTION Meet Josh and Betsy Desch. Josh is the Pastor of Community and Discipleship at Northeast Presbyterian Church in Columbia, South Carolina. Betsy is a Les Mills instructor, mother of four, and in her free time, a ‘cultural anthropologist.’ In this inaugural episode, Josh and Betsy introduce the podcast, define culture, talk about future episodes, and even discuss why fake weddings have become a popular attraction in Buenos Aires. Romans 12:2 tells...

How do we prepare and equip our kids as they grow up in a 'pornified' culture? In this episode, we talk about how Christians are typically portrayed as sex negative, and whether or not that is true. We address when and how parents can address this very important topic. As much as we may be tempted to avoid this conversation entirely, or to simply have one awkward talk when our teens turn 15 — Parents, don’t avoid this topic. For the sake of your kids, become equipped as a parent in this area.