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Elijah Moore Podcasts
Welcome to Dr. Mark Chironna's Podcast, The Edge.
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Just an average 20 year old that eat, sleeps, and breathes sports! Welcome to Open the Playbook! with Kyle G, where I give my take on all the latest happenings in the worlds of Football, Basketball, Baseball and more!
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Stories are powerful. God’s stories, even more so. We know the big Bible stories from a long time ago: Moses, Elijah, and Jesus. But sometimes we make the mistake of thinking that God isn’t writing any new stories. Or that our stories are too little to matter. Nothing could be further from the truth! In this podcast, we’ll explore the God stories, big and little, of our neighbors. We’ll hear how our lives are rough drafts, being edited and formed into something more wonderful by the great au ...
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When Grace unsettles what we have known....
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Finding certainly in the time of uncertainty
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Join Dr. Chironna for this powerful look at The Wisdom of Hesitation.
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Good Men, Great Families with special guest Dr. Bill Moore
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34:58In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mark Chironna sits down with longtime friend and pastor Dr. Bill Moore for an honest, hope-filled dialogue on what it means to become a good man in a world confused about manhood. From the father deficit and the collapse of healthy modeling, to the pressure of image management, shame, and “imposter syndrome,” this…
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A Divine Yes: Melba Moore on Life, Music, and Mercy
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39:49In this special episode, Dr. Mark Chironna sits down with the incomparable Melba Moore—Tony-winning Broadway icon, recording artist, and a true American original—for a conversation that is equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and holy. Melba opens up about her journey from teaching school to stepping into Hair, the discipline behind her extraordinary …
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My favorite daughter joins us for this week's special Kid's Rough Drafts. Katie tells all the cool things about life in WBES and some of her favorite Bible stories, too.By Matthew Hiatt
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Friends in this brand new podcast, I'm going to take you on a journey that points us to a future that I'm inviting you to join me on in the coming days. I want to talk to you about our "inner room" where three things converge: how we think about God and converse with God, how we think about the way we think, and how we talk to ourselves, and how we…
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This week's episode is a special episode, honoring a friend who passed away in 2018. Juanita Woodson was a Burns Church staple. In this episode, you'll hear a special interview conducted by Charlie Dauphin where she tells of her life, family, and faith. She talks about making her own toys from clay, some memorable childhood spankings, and love at f…
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Elijah And Elisha: Will The Spirit Make A New Way Again?
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Stephen and Julia Pate: Ministry of Presence
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1:12:07Matthew welcomes special guests Stephen and Julia Pate for a two-for-one conversation that spans the Dateline (literally, they're in Japan!). Stephen, a Navy Chaplain, and Julia, a Navy Pharmacist, share their incredible journey from the Bible Belt to a battleship, experiencing military life in Okinawa, Pearl Harbor, and beyond. They pull back the …
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Angela Moore: How Hard Could It Be?
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1:04:21Get ready for an episode that proves the most ambitious endeavors start with the simplest of questions: "How hard could it be?" Meet Angela Moore, the self-proclaimed "Turkey in Chief" of the Given Gobble 5K, Dickson County's massive Thanksgiving Day race benefiting the local Help Center. What started as the dream of a few runners at church has mus…
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"I prayed every night for 32 weeks for a happy and healthy baby. And I got everything but that." What happens when a prayed-for joy becomes an unexpected trauma? In this deeply honest and vulnerable episode, Jessa Gossett shares the story of her daughter, Addie. An emergency C-section at 32 weeks brought Addie into the world, but the effects of an …
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The 5.8 Centimeter Catalyst: From Wild Youth to Spiritual Wisdom Todd Steen was "10 foot tall and bulletproof" as a young man. As an adult, he became a relentless questioner, demanding to know why God allows things to happen. His perspective was shattered by an unexpected medical "cascade": a series of events starting with a sore shoulder that led …
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🎙️ New Podcast Episode It was an honor to host Dr. Judith Orloff, whose pioneering work on empathy has deeply shaped how we understand emotional intelligence and human connection. I first encountered her research more than twenty years ago while completing my graduate studies in psychology at Saybrook University, and her insights continue to influe…
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Josh Gann: From the Dentist...to the Dealer...to a Director
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1:00:41Josh’s story began at the dentist's office and progressed through military service, PTSD, opioid addiction, and a DEA drug trafficking indictment. He shares the chilling story of hitting rock bottom, being "rescued, not arrested" through incarceration, and the pivotal moment in a Hope Center bedroom where the Holy Spirit changed everything. His mes…
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Chazz Jackson: From Waffle House to Worship
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Between Here and There: Walking the Third Way in a Polarized Age - Part 1
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32:35The church is weary, fractured, and caught in the same tribal shouting as the world. But when Elijah struck the Jordan, God opened a middle path; not here, not there, but through. Part I of this new series looks at what it means to walk that path today. Not nostalgia, not mimicry, but hope in the God who still parts the waters.…
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Unhealthy Leadership is about what happens when we as leaders don’t face the fears, insecurities, and conflicts inside of us. What we leave hidden doesn’t stay hidden, it seeps into our decisions, our relationships, and the very atmosphere we create. In this podcast I talk about Saul, Paul’s warnings, the wisdom of the Fathers, and the insights of …
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Discerning the True from the False - Recovering Authentic Prophetic Witness
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31:58In a world filled with noise, how do we distinguish God’s voice from all the rest? Join Dr. Chironna as he uncovers timeless wisdom to help you discern truth, guard against deception, and recover the power of authentic prophetic witness for today’s church.
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Revelation Series – Episode 1: Hearing the Apocalypse
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33:36In the first episode of our new Revelation Series on The Edge Podcast, Dr. Mark Chironna and Dr. Mario Hood embark on a prophetic journey through the most misunderstood book in the New Testament. Rather than decoding predictions, this conversation invites listeners into a deeper way of seeing, hearing, and living in light of the risen Lamb. Drawing…
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Prophetic Integrity in a Fragmented World
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44:55In this episode of On the Edge, Dr. Mario Hood sits down with Dr. Mark Chironna to explore his timely and piercing new book, Prophetic Integrity and the Elijah Legacy: Cultivating a Listening Ear and a Discerning Heart. Together, they discuss the urgent need to reclaim a sacred, Spirit-formed understanding of prophetic vision, one that moves beyond…
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Join me for a timely and critical podcast episode as we explore "Toxic Prayer Movements: When Devotion Turns Dangerous." In this deeply reflective and honest conversation, we'll unpack how genuine spiritual practices like prayer and fasting can tragically become tools of manipulation, control, and spiritual abuse under toxic leadership. We'll journ…
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This edition of The Edge Podcast is all self-disclosure from me about enduring dark seasons, and take you carefully and prayerfull through mine, that lasted three and a half years.
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The Spirit of Anger and the Scapegoat Machine
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22:12In this Podcast episode, The Spirit of Anger and the Scapegoat Machine, I invite you to step into the raging undercurrent shaping our world, a culture where anger is no longer a reaction, but the atmosphere we breathe. I address how the ancient instinct to blame and exile has returned in full force, even within the Church, and how the real battle i…
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Bridging the Divide: Jew and Gentile in God’s Redemptive Story
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51:08In this episode, Dr. Mark Chironna is joined by Scott Volk, a Jewish believer in Jesus, founder of Together for Israel, and a passionate advocate for unity in the Body of Christ and reconciliation between the Church and Israel. Dr. Mark and Scott share deeply personal stories of encountering God, reflecting on their own spiritual journeys and the t…
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Sacred Meals, Inner Healing, and the Power of Perspective
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39:43In this episode, Dr. Mark Chironna welcomes author Lori Wagner for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation centered around her latest book, Around the Table with Jesus. Lori shares the heart behind the project, while Dr. Chironna reflects on its profound impact on his own spiritual journey. Together, they explore the spiritual and psychologica…
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The Spirit, the Stillness, and the Space Between
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37:16In this episode, Dr. Mark Chironna sits down with Dr. Jack Levison, a renowned scholar of pneumatology and Professor of New Testament at Southern Methodist University, widely respected for his deep and accessible work on the Holy Spirit across the biblical tradition. Together, they explore the importance of creating liminal spaces—sacred thresholds…
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Faith, Music, and the Stories We Carry
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1:07:58In this episode, Dr. Mark Chironna welcomes Bishop Spencer L. Smith for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation shaped by their shared musical and theological backgrounds. Bishop Spencer reflects on his growing disillusionment with the music industry, offering an honest look at the tensions between calling and career. Together, He and Dr. Chironn…
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From Niebuhr to Now: Rethinking Church and Culture
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1:13:49In this episode, Dr. Mark Chironna and Dr. Dale Coulter engage in a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation on the intersection of faith, culture, and history. They explore the roots and relevance of political theology, the legacy of H. Richard Niebuhr, and how post-millennial thought has shaped Christian engagement with the world. From the declin…
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The Paradox of Reflection: Looking Back - Moving Forward
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1:04:30In the inaugural episode of the Mark Chironna Leadership Podcast, Dr. Mark Chironna is joined by the brilliant Dr. Chris Green for a powerful conversation titled “The Paradox of Reflection: Looking Back, Moving Forward.” Through Dr. Green’s probing questions, Dr. Chironna reflects on the wisdom gained over the years and explores what his younger se…
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Welcome to the first Rough Drafts of 2025! Today's guest is a church leadership guru and an all-around great guy. You get to hear from Bob Turner as he shares a few moments that changed his life forever.By Matthew Hiatt
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**This is the last episode of 2024 - we'll take a two week hiatus and be back on January 7 for the new year!** Do you know Taylor Rhodes? If not, you should! In this week's episode, Taylor shares the twists and turns of his life and how God used them to bring about something really beautiful.By Matthew Hiatt
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Brianna Ramseur: God Answers Prayer
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1:03:35She's not boring! There's a lot in this episode, so you don't want to miss it. Join us as Brianna Ramseur shares from her God stories!By Matthew Hiatt
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Thomas Southerland & Chris McCurley: The Life of a Minister
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1:08:16Ever wonder what a preacher does? So did we... This week, Thomas Southerland, Minister at Water Street Church of Christ in Charlotte, TN and Chris McCurley, Minister at Walnut Street Church of Christ in Dickson, TN join us for a conversation about our God stories in ministry. What's up with this weird job?…
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Guess what! Rough Drafts is coming back with a brand new episode next Tuesday. To get us back in the swing of things, we're re-releasing a favorite, our Thanksgiving 2023 episode where we hear not from 1 or 2 guests...but more than 20 who share moments of gratitude, buth small and large. Thanks for listening! We've got some great stories yet to com…
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In this episode of The Edge Podcast, Dr. Mark Chironna welcomes Dr. Nijay Gupta, a renowned New Testament scholar, professor, and author. Focusing on Pauline theology, early Christianity, and biblical interpretation, Dr. Gupta offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights that make the New Testament both accessible and transformati…
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This insightful episode delves into the rich intersection of personal transformation and its impact on broader cultural change. Our discussion covers the deep significance of the parable of the prodigal son within Christian beliefs, exploring its relevance to the challenges faced in modern evangelical culture. We also highlight the crucial roles of…
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In this episode, we continue the journey of being led by the Holy Spirit through indirection and connecting it to the understanding of abiding, particularly when you don’t understand the place and/or state you are in. The Exchange is a series inside The Edge Podcast in which Dr. Mark Chironna and Dr. Mario dialogue about topics at the intersections…
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Allison Avalon: When Gang Kids Teach You a Lesson
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1:04:44God likes to teach us lessons in unexpected places... It's amazing how often we end up "doing the work" when we're helping other people do the work...By Matthew Hiatt
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The Leading of The Holy Spirit By Indirection
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1:07:50In this episode, Dr. Chironna and Dr. Mario discuss the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch and The Leading Of The Holy Spirit By Way Of Indirection, which is the way of not knowing what is coming next, but the way of valuing not knowing and finding our way by stepping away from the direct - linear paths of thought or action, enjoy. The Exchan…
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Life doesn't come with an instruction manual. We make it up as we go! Susan shares her story from life in the FHU Bubble and more!By Matthew Hiatt
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The profound vision in Ezekiel 47 and the transformative power of images.
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59:30The Exchange is a series inside The Edge Podcast in which Dr. Mark Chironna and Dr. Mario Hood dialogue on topics at the intersections of spirituality, theology, and psychology. In this episode, they discuss the profound vision in Ezekiel 47 and the transformative power of images.
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Anita Fuson: Precious Church Memories
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1:00:29It's really cool when the story of God's people is part of the story of your whole life. That's the story you'll get today with Anita Fuson - a story that reminds us that God is still very much alive and at work in his world!By Matthew Hiatt
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He could have been a shoe salesman...or an accountant...but he's ended up in ministry...for a long time! He's nearing retirement, so now is a good time to look back at some of the God stories along the way. Listen to Geoffrey Sikes, minister at the church of Christ at Trenton Crossing in Clarksville, TN as he shares his journey in ministry!…
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Matthew Hiatt: On the Wrong Side of the Desk
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1:04:54Since I've abused more than 70 guests....I guess turnabout is fair play. Today Monica Gossett and I swap seats...and she bullies me into telling parts of my story!By Matthew Hiatt
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**Be sure to listen past the closing credits for a special ending!** This week, Chase Lewis shares his story! It's a story of a really scary time in life...and God's providence through it all!By Matthew Hiatt
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This episode was a throwback for me...all the way back to 8th grade Bible at David Lipscomb Middle School. Today's guest is Mike McPherson - youth minister, coach, Bible teacher....he wears a lot of hats. You may have heard his story in the past about navigating depression...and navigating his wife's death to ALS. In our conversation today, he shar…
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Tim Hines: Dreams, Lasers, and Gangs
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1:02:30I met Tim Hines when we landed in Honduras last summer. Immediately, I knew he was going to be someone I wanted to know. He's got a fantastic sense of humor (that I'm still a little afraid of)...incredible faith... and a generous heart. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, either. You've heard great things from his son, Dalton, in a previous e…
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Chuck Ramseur: God Was Not Part of My Story
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58:58Big news from Burns Church! We welcome Chuck Ramseur to our staff as our new associate minister. In this episode recorded on day 1, you'll get to meet Chuck, hear his story, and how he ended up in ministry.By Matthew Hiatt
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Liz Wall: Chasing the Heart of Jesus into Dark Places
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1:17:59You're going to love today's guest! She's the chair of Kinsman Redeemer Homeless ministry in Dickson. She has a heart to help people...and she's going to tell you (at least!) two stories...her story, and the story of this ministry. She's going to open your eyes to the realities of the homeless in Dickson and so much more!…
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