Best CCFW Podcasts (2025)

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Episode #78: Laleh Khadivi 42:51

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Can AI create art? And is that the question we ought to be asking? On this episode of Rewrite Radio, author and filmmaker Laleh Khadivi urges listeners to remember, in an age of increasing artistic blurriness, the necessity of the individual human being’s creativity. She links the creative process to prayer and asks, if AI is already creating and p…

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2 Corinthians 12 57:40

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By Micah Heist

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1 Samuel 15 1:21:15

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 11 1:00:35

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By Micah Heist

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Episode #77: Peter Ho Davies 16:20

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In this episode, Dr. Sabrina Lee sits down with acclaimed novelist Peter Ho Davies for a wide-ranging conversation about craft, identity, and the stories that shape us. Together they explore several of his books, diving into themes of shame, race, joke-telling, and what it means to write from the in-between spaces of a biracial identity. With chara…

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2 Corinthians 10 56:35

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By Micah Heist

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1 Samuel 13-14 1:21:16

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 9 53:53

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By Micah Heist

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1 Samuel 11-12 1:10:12

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By Micah Heist

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Episode #76: Christian Wiman 46:31

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This week on Rewrite Radio, poet and essayist Christian Wiman explores what it means to stay spiritually alert in a world shadowed by loneliness and lit by sudden joy. Drawing on poems by Wallace Stevens, Anne Carson, and his own collections—including Zero at the Bone—Wiman reflects on beauty as a form of justice, on grief as grace, and on the myst…

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2 Corinthians 8 1:03:10

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By Micah Heist

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1 Samuel 9-10 1:19:00

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By Micah Heist

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Episode #75: Sonya Bilocerkowycz 44:30

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Situating herself in the contexts of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Ukrainian diaspora, Sonya Bilocerkowycz presents the roles and responsibilities of the reader, writer and artist in wartime. Bilocerkowycz emphasises the power writers have in influencing memory and narrative through their work in such times, and calls for the writer not only to p…

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1 Samuel 7-8 1:14:48

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 7 51:39

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 6 57:40

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In this powerful exploration of 2 Corinthians 6, we're challenged to embrace our role as ambassadors for Christ. The passage reminds us that we've been given the ministry of reconciliation, not to darkness, but to God. As believers, we're called to be set apart, to live differently from the world around us. This doesn't mean an easy life - Paul's o…

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Compelling Evidence 1:16:07

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By Tim Nordgren

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Episode #74: Amy Julia Becker and Hilary Yancey 43:02

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Both mothers of disabled children, authors Amy Julia Becker and Hilary Yancey discuss their experiences raising kids while navigating questions of identity and community. Amy Julia Becker helps people reimagine the good life through her writing and speaking on disability, faith, and culture. She is the author of To Be Made Well, White Picket Fences…

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2 Corinthians 5 1:05:00

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In this powerful exploration of 2 Corinthians 5, we're reminded of the eternal perspective that should shape our earthly lives. The passage contrasts our temporary 'earthly tent' with the eternal 'building from God' awaiting us in heaven. This imagery beautifully illustrates the hope we have beyond our current struggles. As believers, we're called …

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1 Samuel 4-6 1:09:14

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 4 55:04

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In this powerful exploration of 2 Corinthians 4, we're reminded of the incredible ministry we've been entrusted with as believers. We're called to be transparent, renouncing hidden shame and walking in the light of God's truth. The message emphasizes that our struggles and sufferings aren't in vain - they're producing an eternal weight of glory far…

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1 Samuel 3 1:02:31

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By Micah Heist

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#73: Jemar Tisby 34:40

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What's next in our fight for racial justice? Interviewed by Craig Mattson, author and scholar Jemar Tisby (@jemartisby) discusses his helpful framework for justice efforts—the lenses of awareness, relationship, and commitment. He tackles how to apply these concepts to our day-to-day life with examples, humor, and most of all authenticity. A devout …

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2 Corinthians 3 51:42

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In this powerful exploration of 2 Corinthians 3, we delve into the transformative power of the new covenant in Christ. We're reminded that our adequacy comes not from ourselves, but from God. The passage contrasts the fading glory of the old covenant, symbolized by Moses' veiled face, with the enduring glory of the new covenant through the Holy Spi…

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1 Samuel 1-2 1:07:37

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By Micah Heist

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2 Corinthians 2 1:04:12

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By Micah Heist

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#72: Karen Swallow Prior 46:04

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This week on Rewrite Radio, author and scholar Karen Swallow Prior reflects on the power of imagination—not just as an individual gift, but as a force that shapes communities, cultures, and faith traditions. With insight, humor, and historical perspective, she invites us to notice the stories and symbols we live by and to consider how reimagining t…

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2 Corinthians 1 pt.2 57:53

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In times of tragedy and loss, we're reminded of God's promise to be our comfort. The recent events have shaken many, but they also present an opportunity to strengthen our resolve in sharing the Gospel. We're called to reach out even to those who may hate us, following the example of the disciples. This challenging command reflects the transformati…

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2 Corinthians 1 pt.1 54:56

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In this powerful exploration of 2 Corinthians 1, we delve into the profound concept of God as the 'Father of mercies and God of all comfort.' This message reminds us that our trials and afflictions serve a greater purpose - to equip us to comfort others with the same comfort we've received from God. The apostle Paul's experiences of suffering and c…

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#71: Elan Babchuck 41:35

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What happens when old models of power no longer serve us? In this episode of Rewrite Radio, Rabbi Elan Babchuck draws from his book Picking Up the Pieces to explore “Mosaic leadership,” a vision rooted in humility, resilience, and community. Through stories of Moses, modern innovators, and even his own children, Babchuck invites us to move from pyr…

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God's Heart For World Missions 57:37

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By Dan Bushy

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1 Corinthians 7 pt.2 52:51

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In this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 7, we delve into the often-misunderstood topic of singleness and its spiritual significance. The apostle Paul presents singleness not as a burden, but as a gift that allows for undivided devotion to the Lord. We're challenged to shift our perspective from worldly concerns to eternal matters, recognizing…

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1 Corinthians 7 Pt.1 42:43

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In this profound exploration of 1 Corinthians 7, we delve into God's design for marriage and sexuality. The apostle Paul's teachings remind us that our bodies are not our own, but belong to our spouses and ultimately to God. This perspective challenges us to approach intimacy with selflessness and mutual care. We're encouraged to fulfill our marita…

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#70: M.T. Anderson 52:12

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In Episode 70 of Rewrite Radio, acclaimed author M.T. Anderson explores the sacred and the strange through riveting tales of stolen religious artifacts—from Nepal to Cambodia to the tomb of Saint Nicholas. With wit and insight, he examines the power of objects, cultural identity, and why returning sacred art matters. M. T. Anderson writes widely, f…

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1 Corinthians 6 54:30

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In this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 6, we're challenged to examine how we handle conflicts within the church. The central message reminds us that as believers, we're called to a higher standard - one that seeks reconciliation and unity rather than worldly justice. Paul's words urge us to consider: are we truly living as transformed indivi…

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#69: Rachel Pieh Jones 39:43

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On this episode of Rewrite Radio, Rachel Pieh Jones joins us to explore how writing cultivates the humility, curiosity, and delight necessary to create a sense of home when nowhere, or everywhere, feels like home. Jones is a prolific author whose essays have appeared in publications such as 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘠𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘛𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺, and 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘯. Jone…

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1 Corinthians 5 51:12

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In this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 5, we're challenged to confront the difficult topic of sin within the church. Paul's message to the Corinthians serves as a stark reminder that we're called to be set apart, holy, and different from the world. The central theme revolves around the danger of tolerating and even celebrating sin within our…

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1 Corinthians 4 57:13

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In this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 4, we're challenged to examine our hearts and motives as followers of Christ. The apostle Paul reminds us that we are all servants of Christ and stewards of God's mysteries. This humbling perspective shifts our focus from worldly status to spiritual faithfulness. As we reflect on Paul's words, we're enc…