In this episode, we’re tackling a pressing cultural issue—the crisis of masculinity. You'll hear from Jefferson Bethke, a New York Times bestselling author and speaker who has spent years exploring what it means to live with purpose, faith, and biblical manhood. He says: “Men want a story worth living and sacrificing their whole life for it.”

Jefferson unpacks the confusion surrounding masculinity in today’s world. He challenges both the extremes of toxic masculinity and passive manhood, offering a vision of strength, leadership, and responsibility rooted in God’s design.

Let’s listen in as he reminds us that true masculinity isn’t about dominance or passivity—it’s about servant leadership, strength under control, and living with intentionality.

Resources

• Learn more about Jeff, including his books and his work at FamilyTeams.

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More from the THINQ Podcast Network:

• Rhythms for Life with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons

• The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips

• NextUp with Grant Skeldon

• NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson

• UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

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• UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

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In this episode, we’re confronting a sobering yet deeply inspiring reality—the persecution of Christians around the world. You'll hear from Gia Chacon, a humanitarian, speaker, and founder of For the Martyrs, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing aid to persecuted Christians globally.

Gia shares first-hand stories of believers who remain steadfast in their faith despite intense suffering. She challenges us to consider what true faith looks like in the face of opposition and how we, as the global Church, can stand in solidarity with those risking everything for the gospel.

Listen in as Gia reminds us that faith isn’t just about what we believe—it’s about how we live, even in the face of hardship.

Resources

• Learn more about Gia and her work with For the Martyrs.

• Create a free THINQ Account and download the THINQ Media app on your smart TV to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.

• Apply the THINQ Framework as you think through cultural topics.

• Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:

  • Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 October 2-4 in Nashville, TN.

• More from the THINQ Podcast Network:

  • Rhythms for Life with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons

  • The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips

  • NextUp with Grant Skeldon

  • NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson

  • UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

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  • THINQ Media

  • UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

  • NextUp with Grant Skeldon

  • Rhythms for Life with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons

In this episode, we're diving into the power of art to move, inspire, and transform. Grant Skeldon sits down with Zac Lawson and Rebecca Brunner—two artists who believe creativity isn’t just for entertainment, but a way to connect with deeper truth and emotion.

Zac Lawson is a two-time grammy-nominated songwriter/producer with his brother, JVKE, best known for their song Golden Hour. Rebecca Brunner is a singer, songwriter who appeared on The Voice and America’s Got Talent and is best known for her song Round Hole.

In this conversation, both Zac and Rebecca explore what it means to create art you can feel—art that resonates with the soul, stirs something real in the human experience, and ultimately points back to the Creator. They challenge us to move beyond trends and create with authenticity, passion, and a sense of purpose.

Whether you're a musician, painter, writer, or simply someone who appreciates beauty, this episode will remind you to see art as more than just expression—it’s an invitation to something deeper and lasting. Tune in now!

Resources

• Follow Rebecca’s music.

• Follow Zac’s music.

• Create a free THINQ Account and download the THINQ Media app on your smart TV to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.

• Apply the THINQ Framework as you think through cultural topics.

• Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:

  • Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 October 2-4 in Nashville, TN.

• More from the THINQ Podcast Network:

  • Rhythms for Life with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons

  • The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips

  • NextUp with Grant Skeldon

  • NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson

  • UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

• Now on YouTube! Subscribe, Like, and Share:

  • THINQ Media

  • UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

  • NextUp with Grant Skeldon

  • Rhythms for Life with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons