Episodes

“Staying Dapper as a Dad” The finale is here! Josh and Betsy are joined by Andrew Eckstrom to talk about how to stay dapper as a dad of four kids. In addition to discussing this important topic, they talk about Andrew’s efforts to raise money for cancer research and the importance of men being in a men’s Bible study. Finally, for the first time ever on Intersect, we introduce the lighting round. Hope you enjoy! Show Notes: Lebron James on his draft day Real Men Wear Pink | American Cancer Societ...

“From Branding Products to Branding Ourselves” Social Media . . . these days, platforms like Instagram are the dominant channel through which many brands advertise. But in our quest to gain followers and get likes, have we become the product? Are we now branding ourselves? And if so, what impact is that making on our lives? Josh and Betsy dive into the world of Instagram for this interesting topic and bring Christian principles to the world of Social Media. Show Notes: Most followers per social ...

“Wake Up, People...You're a Miracle” What an amazing universe we live in! There are over 100 billion galaxies in the universe. Each galaxy contains hundreds of billions of stars. In this episode, Betsy and Josh discuss the book, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry, By Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson. Why does our amazing universe not move us to wonder more? Have we taken time recently to just take in the miracle of God’s creation? It’s time to talk Physics 101 and regain our sense of wonder. It’s t...

“Clothing, Consumption, and the Christian Life” Clothes, we all own plenty of them, and they help define who we are. But why have clothes gotten so cheap? What is the story behind the clothes we wear? Where were they made? Who made them? And should we care? Josh and Betsy bring a Christian worldview to the topic of clothing and consumption. In this episode, you will find a critical analysis of fast fashion and some practical suggestions for those who want to bring their faith to bear on their wa...

“Football vs Fútbol” Are you ready for the debate of the century? Josh and Betsy are back to debate one another on this question: Which sport is better, American Football or what the rest of the world calls Football/Futbol? Producer Billy Grooms serves as the debate judge and picks a winner at the end. This debate will change your life . . . or at least give you a little entertainment! Show Notes: Suggestions for future episodes? Email us at intersect@nepres.com

“Learning to Love the Gospels, Part 2” Josh and Betsy are back with Dr. Dan Doriani to discuss what makes each of the four gospels unique. Dan also shares about how he came to love the gospel of Matthew, and what gospel stories are deeply meaningful to him. Finally, he shares a bit about his own podcast, Working with Dan Doriani. Enjoy the second part of this conversation with a world-class biblical scholar. Show Notes: Dr. Doriani's podcast: "Working with Dan Doriani" Suggestions for future epi...

“Learning to Love the Gospels, Part 1” Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. We all know about the four gospels. But do we love them? And what's wrong with just reading other parts of the Bible, like the Psalms or Paul's letters, while not focusing on the gospels? Josh and Betsy are joined by Dr. Dan Doriani, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Covenant Theological Seminary, to tackle these questions and more. Show Notes: Dr. Doriani's podcast: "Working with Dan Doriani" Suggestions for fu...

“The Messy Work of True Love with Jim Pocta Pt. 2” In the second part of this interview, counselor Jim Pocta shares how we can develop a culture of grace where all kinds of people are enveloped and discipled. Jim also addresses repentance, and how we can grow our witness to the world through a willingness to share our story. You will be blessed by the second part of this powerful interview. Show Notes: PCA's Report on Human Sexuality Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry (Book) Born Again This...

“Worship Pt. 2: Working Your Worship Muscles” Josh and Betsy are back with the second half of their interview on worship with Jeremy Buzzard and Kerri Roberts. What should you do when you don’t feel like going to church and worshipping? Are worship and discipleship connected? How do we worship God with both our minds and our hearts? These are just some of the questions addressed in the second half of this lively conversation. Show Notes: NEPC's Worship Weekly Playlist (YouTube) Suggestions for f...

“Worship Pt. 1: Growing as Worshippers” Josh and Betsy are joined by Jeremy Buzzard and Kerri Roberts to discuss the topic of worship. What does it mean to be a lead worshipper? What is a worship culture? Where in the Scriptures do we see worship? This dynamic discussion with two incredibly gifted lead worshippers will sharpen your mind and warm your heart. Show Notes: NEPC's Worship Weekly Playlist (YouTube) Suggestions for future episodes? Email us at intersect@nepres.com

“Getting Healthy for the Glory of God - Part 2” Josh and Betsy continue their discussion on why our health matters to God. Because Christians know that we are going to heaven after we die, it can be easy to neglect our bodies while we live. Praise God that this life isn’t all there is! However, that is no excuse to not care for our bodies. Check out the second part of a fascinating discussion on why God gave us bodies, why we should care for our bodies, and some practical tips on how to do that....

“Getting Healthy for the Glory of God - Part 1” Well, the holidays are upon us! And that means lots of cookies and sweets of all kinds. Josh and Betsy love sugar as much as the next guy, but where does our Christian faith come in when it comes to what we eat? Or more generally, how does our faith impact our relationship with our bodies in general? Josh and Betsy engage in a two-part discussion on why being healthy matters not just physically but also spiritually. Put the cookie down and check it...

“Exploring Social Media and Identity” Why do we all use Social Media? What do we get out of it? How does it affect us? What are its positives and negatives? In this episode, Josh and Betsy explore under the hood of Social Media and offer biblical analysis on how we should think about and use it. Become better equipped to engage on your favorite Social Media platform after listening to this episode. Show Notes: Suggestions for future episodes? Email us at intersect@nepres.com

“Atomic Habits: A Book Review” Habits! We all have them. Ones we like, ones we don’t like so much. On this episode of Intersect, Josh and Betsy talk about the book, Atomic Habits. What is the role of habits in the Christian life? What can we glean from this fascinating book? Whatever your habits, join Josh and Betsy for another conversation where church meets culture. Show Notes: Atomic Habits (Book) Eat the Buddha (Book) Suggestions for future episodes? Email us at intersect@nepres.com

“Exvangelicals — Deconstruction and Deconversion Pt. 2” In part two, Josh and Betsy continue their discussion on the trending Exvangelical phenomena. In this episode, they address how Christians should respond. Is evangelical still a label worth keeping? What should the foundation for the evangelical movement be in the future? Tune in and figure out where you land on this pressing cultural issue. Show Notes: Jen Hatmaker and the Power of De-Conversion Stories (Article) The Rise of #Exvangelical ...

“Exvangelicals — Deconstruction and Deconversion Pt. 1” Exvangelical. Have you heard the term? There is a growing number of people rejecting the label evangelical. Many are doing so for political reasons, but there are actually a number of factors at work. Josh and Betsy kick off season 4 with a provocative discussion on those who are deconstructing their evangelical faith. Show Notes: Jen Hatmaker and the Power of De-Conversion Stories (Article) The Rise of #Exvangelical (Article) A Pastor's So...