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A World In Tension

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by Neil Placer & Rob McGarvey

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40 episodes
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‘A World in Tension’ podcast explores the universal struggles of life. Externally, we encounter conflict with others. Internally, we engage in a constant debate between our hearts and minds. In the depths of our souls we desire answers to the existential questions of life. In this podcast, we thoughtfully and deliberately consider the topic of tension to deliver greater purpose, clarity, and value to life. Come join us as we seek to get comfortable, facing the uncomfortable. Contact: aworldintension@gmail.com Cover Art Concept: Maggie Placer Cover Art Design: Matt Morris

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October 1, 2024

S3 Pause: The Gift & Challenge of Reflection

<p>Co-hosts Neil Placer and Rob McGarvey briefly reflect on their unscripted and unpredictable Season 3 journey.</p><p>They explain why they are taking a pause, why they believe Season 3 has been a gift, and encourage and challenge the listener to join them for their own season of reflection.</p><p><br></p><p>Find us at:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/aworldintension?igsh=dW5rcWFkbnVwOXU0&utm_source=qr</p><p><br></p><p>aworldintension@gmail.com</p>

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September 11, 2024

S3E15: Francis Chan's 'We are Church' Model - TN style

<p><strong>Season 3 Theme</strong> - One Virtual Road Trip, to Answer One Big Question, told as One Continuous Narrative Arc</p> <p><strong>Season 3 Focus</strong> - To answer one primary question, &quot;How do we effectively live as a collective church body in today&#39;s world in tension?&quot;</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode, the road trip transitions from virtual to reality! A World in Tension host, Neil Placer and his family, go visit a home church in Gallatin, TN. They go to explore the <a href="https://www.wearechurch.com/">⁠⁠&#39;We are Church&#39;⁠⁠⁠</a> model, pioneered by the innovative Francis Chan in 2014. The model is based on the original church construct found in the Bible&#39;s book of Acts. Over the last ten years the model has gained traction and has spread to various locations across the globe.</p> <p>We are on a quest to see how the lessons we have learned in Season 3 are being realized and exemplified by this local church body. We walk you through the 3-part church experience that is fundamental to the &#39;We Are Church&#39; model. Our day begins with Bible study and worship, transitions to an informal fellowship over lunch, and culminates with an outreach to the local community.</p> <p>Come join us as we unpack our day together at “We are Church’ and explore how the church seeks to function with greater intentionality and focus. We examine how this compares to a traditional church model and what we may be able to learn from it.</p>

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August 28, 2024

S3E14: Kingdom or Rage w/ Elizabeth Neumann

<p><strong>Season 3 Theme</strong> - One Virtual Road Trip, to Answer One Big Question, told as One Continuous Narrative Arc</p> <p><strong>Season 3 Focus</strong> - To answer one primary question, &quot;How do we effectively live as a collective church body in today&#39;s world in tension?&quot;</p> <p><br></p> <p>The lines between religion, politics, and nationalism have become increasingly blurred in the American public square. A sea of misinformation engulfs us, filled with messages of fear, division, and conspiracy theories. We are fed information within individually curated echo chambers which foster isolation, division, and mistrust. These distorted views can quickly evolve into radicalized ideologies and violent terrorist behavior.</p> <p>We are joined by Elizabeth Neumann, the former Assistant Secretary for Counterterrorism at the Department of Homeland Security, to discuss her new book &#39;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Rage-Christian-Extremism-Peace/dp/1546002057">⁠Kingdom of Rage: The Rise of Christian Extremism⁠⁠</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Rage-Christian-Extremism-Peace/dp/1546002057">⁠⁠ and the Path Back to Peace⁠&#39;.⁠</a> Neumann shares her insights about U.S. terrorist activities and how the landscape has changed over the 20-year period between the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks in 2001 and the siege of the U.S. Capital building on 1/6/2021. She explains how the threat vector has moved from overseas actors to homegrown extremists that exist within our own backyard.</p> <p>Come join the conversation as Neumann focuses in on the connection between radicalization, nationalistic convictions, and a quasi-Christian framework of belief. We talk about how to engage those headed down a pathway of radicalization and the role that the church can specifically play within politics and the local community. </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Guest Information</strong></p> <p><a href="https://elizabethneumann.org/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Elizabeth Neumann</a> is a national security expert,</p> <p>violence prevention advocate, and author of the new</p> <p>book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Rage-Christian-Extremism-Peace/dp/1546002057" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">&#39;Kingdom of Rage: The Rise of Christian Extremism</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Rage-Christian-Extremism-Peace/dp/1546002057" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">and the Path Back to Peace&#39;</a>. She served on White</p> <p>House Homeland Security Council in the George W.</p> <p>Bush Administration, and as the Assistant Secretary</p> <p>for Counterterrorism at the Department of Homeland</p> <p>Security during the Trump Administration. She is</p> <p>currently the Chief Strategy Officer for Moonshot - a</p> <p>tech-enabled company supporting governments and</p> <p>community partners to understand and prevent</p> <p>violence. She is also a national security contributor for</p> <p>ABC News.</p>

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What is A World In Tension?

‘A World in Tension’ podcast explores the universal struggles of life. Externally, we encounter conflict with others. Internally, we engage in a constant debate between our hearts and minds. In the depths of our souls we desire answers to the existential questions of life. In this podcast, we thoughtfully and deliberately consider the topic of tension to deliver greater purpose, clarity, and value to life. Come join us as we seek to get comfortable, facing the uncomfortable.

Contact: aworldintension@gmail.com Cover Art Concept: Maggie Placer Cover Art Design: Matt Morris

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates monthly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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