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Maybe you’ve grown up as a Christian going to church or maybe you’re not interested in religion at all. But when you’re scrolling, hanging out with friends, trying to sleep, or overwhelmed with your day-to-day, do big existential questions ever pop in- you know- things like, “Why am I here? How did all this get here? What happens after I die?” “Is there a God and is there really meaning to all this?” ”What’s so special about Jesus Christ?” We’ve all experienced deep longing for something this world can’t seem to satisfy. Even someone as wildly successful as Taylor Swift knows that to be true. “I had won album of the year at the Grammys for a second time...” She said, “and I remember thinking afterwards, ’Oh my god, that was all you wanted!... That was all you focused on. You get to the mountaintop and look around and you’re like... what now?” If you’re tired and feeling overwhelmed with all the different voices yelling for your affections- telling you what to go after- whether it be success, beauty, the perfect partner, social media followers, money, or power… only to leave you let down and unsatisfied, searching for more… Maybe like my friends and me, you’re after finding something REAL. Every week, join me (Janell Wood), special co-hosts and guests as we ask questions, look for answers, and search for the source of something REAL: Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love. I believe those things can ultimately be found in relationship with Jesus Christ, but don’t take my word for it. Listen to our conversations for yourself and go on a journey with us: Is Jesus the REAL thing?
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Wednesday Aug 31, 2022
Wednesday Aug 31, 2022
Happy Wednesday! Kasey Leander joins us on the podcast again today! Though Leonie could not attend the recording, Dagmar has joined Janell and Kasey for today’s podcast!
Kasey give a bit of an update on what’s been happening in his life and shares a bit about his ministry that revolves around writing about culture and the Christian response.
Today, the crew talks about how people are not our adversaries, the difference between helpful and harmful worldviews, and how to respond when someone is wrestling with God, but does not have a Christian community. They also talk about the idea of having a relationship with God and what “God does not have grandchildren” means. There is also talk about responding to the self-love movement, sexuality, and movements within the culture in general and the mental health sphere particularly, and so much more! We hope you enjoy this episode!
Mature Content: There is discussion of mental health and sex in this episode.
About Kasey Leander
Kasey Leander is a Breakpoint Contributor at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He holds a BA in History and PPE (Politics, Philosophy and Economics) from Taylor University, and a Certificate in Theological Studies from Oxford University. After completing his study at Oxford, Kasey lived in Boston, where he spoke on apologetics topics at leading universities in New England and across the country. He has also worked briefly in politics, interning in the US Senate in Washington, DC.Kasey’s passion is applying the answers of Jesus to modern life. Originally from Colorado Springs, Kasey loves action films, racket sports, strategy games and food trucks.
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Kasey previous episodes
FSR s5e26 with Leonie
FSR s5e with Leonie and Frank
FSR s5e with Leonie and Stephanie
Far June 2022 with Abdu
FSR October 2020 with Kasey
FSR February 2021 with Kasey
FSR s4e8 with Drew- Same-Sex Attraction and the Church
FSR s4e24 with Drew- Holy Tension and Tough Topics
FSR April 2022 with Drew and Cynthia
Cinema Snorkel with Kasey and Karlyn Leander
Cross Examined Instructor's Academy
The Colson Center
Dominion - Tom Holland
The Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self - Carl. R. Trueman
Enlightenment Now - Steven Pinker
Top Gun: Maverick Trailer
Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Matt Damon Interview on Graham Norton Show
Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am [f]gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”