In this episode, James hosts author and slow-living activist Jodi Grubbs to discuss her book titled Live Slowly: A Gentle Invitation to Exale. Jodi and James discuss the various ways our world pushes us to move more quickly and take on more than our capacities will allow. They also talk about the church and how community, presence, and intentionality are crucial to develop a cadence of life that allows us to know God, others, and ourselves. 

To connect with James and Useful to God Ministries, visit https://usefultogod.com/contact-us.

You can find out more about Jodi at https://jodigrubbs.com/.

Her book is available at https://www.ivpress.com/live-slowly (enter IVPPOD20 for a 20% discount).

In this episode, James hosts author and slow-living activist Jodi Grubbs to discuss her book titled Live Slowly: A Gentle Invitation to Exale. Jodi and James discuss the various ways our world pushes us to move more quickly and take on more than our capacities will allow. They also talk about the church and how community, presence, and intentionality are crucial to develop a cadence of life that allows us to know God, others, and ourselves. 
To connect with James and Useful to God Ministries, visit <a href="https://usefultogod.com/contact-us">https://usefultogod.com/contact-us</a>.
You can find out more about Jodi at <a href="https://jodigrubbs.com/">https://jodigrubbs.com/</a>.
Her book is available at <a href="https://www.ivpress.com/live-slowly">https://www.ivpress.com/live-slowly</a> (enter IVPPOD20 for a 20% discount).

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.

Find more from James at https://usefultogod.com/.

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at <a href="https://usefultogod.com/">https://usefultogod.com/</a>.

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.

Thinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing World

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at <a href="https://usefultogod.com/">https://usefultogod.com/.</a>

Thinking about Our Fast-Paced Lives: A Conversation with Jody Grubbs

In this episode of Thinking Christian, James interacts with an essay published on June 17, 2024, in which the surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media. James discusses the importance of this call and the need for us to pause and think about the ways technology may be hindering us from conforming more closely to the image of Christ. 

You can view the Surgeon General's essay here. To read his previous advisory, click here. James also has an opinion piece dealing with the advisory at Christian Post.

For more on technology from James, check out the following resources and visit usefultogod.com. Be sure to check out James's 20 Questions: Christian Resistance, Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. 

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/

In this episode of Thinking Christian, James interacts with an essay published on June 17, 2024, in which the surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media. James discusses the importance of this call and the need for us to pause and think about the ways technology may be hindering us from conforming more closely to the image of Christ. 
You can view the Surgeon General's essay <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html">here</a>. To read his previous advisory, click <a href="https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/priorities/youth-mental-health/social-media/index.html">here</a>. James also has an opinion piece dealing with the advisory at <a href="https://www.christianpost.com/voices/social-media-for-the-good-or-the-doom-of-society.html">Christian Post</a>.
For more on technology from James, check out the following resources and visit <a href="http://www.usefultogod.com/james">usefultogod.com</a>. Be sure to check out James's <a href="https://usefultogod.com/info-guides">20 Questions: Christian Resistance, Technology, and Artificial Intelligence</a>. 
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/</a>
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/</a>
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/</a>

Thinking Christian about Social Media (and Technology) with the Surgeon General

In this episode, James and Nate welcome Jason Gray. Jason is a Christian recording artist and deep thinker. James, Nate, and Jason discuss the creative process, Jason's musical influences, and the way that Jason goes about writing songs. They also discuss Jason's forthcoming book and some of his other musical offerings. 

To connect with James, visit https://usefultogod.com/contact-us.

You can find out more about Jason Gray at https://www.jasongraymusic.com/.

In this episode, James and Nate welcome Jason Gray. Jason is a Christian recording artist and deep thinker. James, Nate, and Jason discuss the creative process, Jason's musical influences, and the way that Jason goes about writing songs. They also discuss Jason's forthcoming book and some of his other musical offerings. 
To connect with James, visit <a href="https://usefultogod.com/contact-us">https://usefultogod.com/contact-us</a>.
You can find out more about Jason Gray at <a href="https://www.jasongraymusic.com/">https://www.jasongraymusic.com/</a>.

Thinking about Theology and the Creative Process: An Interview with Jason Gray

In this first weekly devotional, James discusses distractions and the way they hinder us from listening to the teachings of Jesus. Considering Luke 10:38-42, James encourages listeners to recognize that Jesus is infinitely more relevant than any other actor or factor we will ever encounter. 

To connect with James and find additional content, like the 30-Day Gospels readign plan or the walk through the gospels course, visit, usefultogod.com. 

In this first weekly devotional, James discusses distractions and the way they hinder us from listening to the teachings of Jesus. Considering Luke 10:38-42, James encourages listeners to recognize that Jesus is infinitely more relevant than any other actor or factor we will ever encounter. 
To connect with James and find additional content, like the 30-Day Gospels readign plan or the walk through the gospels course, visit, <a href="https://usefultogod.pathwright.com/library/">usefultogod.com</a>.

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