THINQ Media Podcast

Ezekiel Samaila is one Nigeria's leading voices shaping the intersection of faith, culture, arts and contemporary creativity, as well as the founder of THINQ Nigeria. In this episode, Ezekiel gives us direct insight into Nigeria's current cultural moment and the potential for national, continental, and global impact that the young leaders of the nation represent. Resources: You may also like "A Global Glimpse of God" by Rorisang Thandekiso. Register now for next year's THINQ Summit 2027, September 30 - October 1 in Nashville, TN. Learn to apply the THINQ Framework as you thoughtfully engage some of the most pressing i...

Rebekah Lyons is an author, speaker, co-founder of THINQ media, and podcast host of the Rhythms For Life podcast. In this episode, we'll dive into an essential, often overlooked, piece of building strong, resilient communities. By leaning into the rhythms of solitude, community, and ministry that Jesus modelled, we will be better able to live life with people in the way we were meant to live.  You may also like "The Secret Place" by Faith Eury Cho. Learn to apply the THINQ Framework as you thoughtfully engage some of the most pressing issues shaping our w...

Gabe Lyons is the founder and CEO of THINQ Media. In this episode, we'll gain insight into two types of collapse happening in society, and how we as Christians have the opportunity to stay resilient in the midst of it. By cultivating the habits and environment laid out by Gabe, the church has the opportunity to not just survive collapse, but thrive in it.  Resources: Pre-Order Gabe's new book, The Collapse is Here, and get access to the preface and first chapter TODAY by completing this form. You may also like "Why Everything Feels Weird" b...

Rorisang Thandekiso is a South African actress, television and radio presenter, author, and media personality. In this episode, we'll gain insight into the faith of the global church and how it can affect how we view our ministry wherever we are called. Resources: You may also like "Reclaiming a Secret Church Posture" by David Platt. Learn to apply the THINQ Framework as you thoughtfully engage some of the most pressing issues shaping our world today. Visit our website and create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this...

Jonathan Pokluda is an author, podcast host, and pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church in Waco, TX. In this episode, we'll dive into spiritual warfare and learn more about the villain in our midst. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up You may also like "Spiritual Warfare & Demonology" by Adam Blai. Watch Unmasking Spiritual Warfare video by Jonathan Pokluda on THINQmedia.com. Learn to apply the THINQ Framework as you thoughtfully engage some of the most pressing issues shaping our world today. Visit our we...

Alex Seeley is an author and Pastor at The Belonging Co. Church in Nashville, TN. In this episode, we'll learn about the popular New Age practice of manifestation, and how it fits (or doesn't) within a Christian worldview. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up You may also like "Discerning New Age Spirituality" by Tailah Scroggins or "A Psychedelic Future" by William Struthers. Watch Should Christians Manifest? video by Alex Seeley on THINQmedia.com. Take the THINQ Assessment to help you understand how you na...

Bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of Messenger International, John Bevere has spent decades calling believers to deeper intimacy with God through reverence and obedience. In this episode, John unpacks what it means to have a healthy fear of God—not a fear that drives us away, but one that draws us closer in awe, respect, and devotion. Listen in as he explains why a proper understanding of this biblical concept is crucial for a thriving faith and how it unlocks deeper wisdom, boldness, and blessing in our lives. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN...

Pete Richardson is the co-founder of Paterson Group, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and businesses find their calling. In this episode, we'll learn how to hone in on our calling in life while realizing that life doesn't always go according to plan. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up You may also like Work for the Common Good by Skye Jethani on THINQMedia.com or you can check our publication on How to Think Well about Identity. Take the THINQ Assessment to help yo...

Mike Cantrell is the co-founder of Powered By Text, an SMS marketing platform designed for churches and other nonprofit organizations. In this episode, we'll learn how to turn the digital sphere into a meaningful space for advancing the love of Christ. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up You may also like The Ministry of Ordinary Places by Shannan Martin on THINQMedia.com or you can check our publication How to Think Well About Social Media. Take the THINQ Assessment to help you understand how you na...

We're the most over-parented generation in history, yet woundedness and estrangement keep rising. Psychotherapist Matthias Barker explains why: even loving acts, when driven by fear instead of trust, land on kids as pressure. A question feels like interrogation, concern feels like judgment. Barker walks through how this plays out across generations and what it takes for parents to move past their own defenses and truly see their child's heart. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up You may also like Parenting in a Chaotic Cu...

This week, we'll listen in on a past breakout session about navigating our hypersexualized culture with insight from Nala Ray, Joshua Broome, and Rorisang Thandekiso. We live in a time where pornography is hard to avoid instead of hard to find. That's why it's so important to guard our hearts and minds; this world is saturated with sexual temptation, but that's not the lifestyle God has for us. Listen to how these speakers grappled with their hypersexualized lifestyle and, ultimately, found peace and purity in Jesus. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville...

This week, we're sharing a past breakout session about navigating crisis with insight from David Middlebrook and Lawrence Swicegood. We live in a time where it's not a matter of if a crisis hits your church or organization, but when, and how you respond can shape everything that follows. That's why it's so important to prepare ahead of time; this world offers no airtight plan, but that's not a reason to face crisis without wisdom. Listen to how these leaders unpack the courts of public opinion and law, and, ultimately, how thoughtful preparation leads to peace and...

Millions worldwide remain trapped in the brutal realities of sex trafficking, but the fight to end it is evolving rapidly through modern innovation and strategic collaboration. In this session, Mark Herzlich (International Justice Mission) and Macy Maxson (Garnuu) share ground-level insights into the fresh approaches, creative solutions, and courageous partnerships that are dismantling trafficking networks and protecting the vulnerable. Together, they will explore how modern interventions are disrupting systems of exploitation, why cross-sector collaborations are key to dismantling trafficking networks, and the actionable steps you can take to leverage your own influence to support freedom. Real freedom...

Let's be honest: teenagers aren't the only ones glued to their phones. Most of us live in a state of constant hyper-connectivity, where being "always on" is culturally rewarded but spiritually draining. We long for deep, authentic relationships, yet we struggle to break free from the digital habits holding us back. In this session, Chris Kasper (founder of Techless) and Darren Whitehead (pastor and author of The Digital Fast) sit down for a candid conversation on what it takes to rescue our time, our focus, and our souls from the digital noise. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026...

Gen Z is navigating a cultural conversation around sexuality that is louder and more pervasive than anything previous generations experienced. It is actively forming their identities—but where is the Church in this discussion? Instead of avoiding the awkward or uncomfortable, this interactive Q&A steps directly into the tension. We are bypassing the usual talking points to address the raw questions young adults are actually asking about identity, relationships, faith, and cultural pressure. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up Take the THINQ Assessment to help...

What does it truly mean to embrace biblical masculinity today? In this interactive workshop, Jefferson Bethke, author and co-founder of Forming Men, challenges modern cultural stereotypes and unpacks the core principles of strength, integrity, and humility. You will walk away with a clear, actionable vision for how men can faithfully lead, serve, and thrive within their faith, families, and communities. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up Take the THINQ Assessment to help you understand how you naturally think, learn, and grow in your faith. You ma...

Marriage is undeniably hard—tested by financial stress, parenting differences, and a culture that constantly prioritizes the self. While walking away can feel like the easiest option, there is always a way forward. In this workshop, Gabe and Rebekah Lyons unpack core principles from their book, The Fight for Us, offering the practical tools and encouragement you need to overcome difficult circumstances and fight for your relationship. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up Take the THINQ Assessment to help you understand how you naturally think, lear...

If you are overflowing with questions and longing for a deeper spiritual connection, this episode is for you. Hosts Grant Skeldon and Will Chung sit down with Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Pastor Jonathan Pokluda to tackle everything from controversial scriptures to practical, everyday faith. Designed specifically to address the hard questions the next generation wrestles with, this conversation offers clear guidance on how to navigate God's Word thoughtfully—anchored in both spirit and truth. Resources: Sign up for THINQ Summit 2026 October 1-3 in Nashville, TN. Host a THINQ Dinner—Learn More & Sign Up Take the THINQ Assessment to help...

It's easy to get swept up in the mysteries of UFOs, Bigfoot, and alien encounters, leaving us with endless questions about what is lurking in the fringes of our world. But how do we look into the strange and unusual without losing our spiritual footing? In this interactive Q&A, Luke Rodgers, co-host of the Blurry Creatures podcast, guides us through these bizarre phenomena using a distinctively biblical framework. By examining historical context and personal testimonies, this session encourages a healthy sense of wonder and curiosity about the unknown, while reminding us how to keep our ultimate hope securely...

In this special episode of The Public Square podcast with David Zanotti, Gabe joins the conversation to explore the importance of thoughtful cultural engagement in a noisy, divided world. Together, they discuss the role Christians play in shaping culture through wisdom, courage, truth, and meaningful conversation rather than outrage or fear. Gabe covers the origin story and mission of THINQ to the discipleship, leadership, and challenges facing families, churches, and the next generation. This episode encourages us to stay curious, think well, and advance good. Learn more about THINQ Dinners. Learn more about the work...