Praxis
Praxis is a podcast where we explore how to practice and actually embody the way of Jesus and live on mission by joining God’s work in the world. Praxis is recorded and produced by Crosspoint Community Church in Oconomowoc, WI. Find out more on our website: crosspointwi.com/praxis
Episodes
49 episodes
God Is Like Jesus
What comes into our minds when we think about God shapes everything else in our lives. Yet most of us carry distorted images of God that we've picked up from our upbringing, painful experiences, or cultural messages—images that create barriers ...
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1:18:27
God Meets Us Where We Actually Are
What if God doesn't wait for us to clean up our act before loving us? What if He actually meets us exactly where we are—in all our messy, broken reality?In a discussion about our second mental model for missional discipleship, we unpack...
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1:18:14
God's Mission Has a Church
When was the last time you felt the pressure to "bring God" to a situation? What if God was already there, working long before you arrived? This episode challenges our fundamental assumptions about mission and discipleship by exploring the conv...
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1:12:23
The Lenses We Live By
What if the way Jesus saw the world could transform how you live your everyday life? In this illuminating conversation, we unpack the concept of mental models—those invisible frameworks that shape everything from how we parent and lead to how w...
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1:12:21
Kingdom Aikido: Jesus' Way Toward Loving Enemies
What does it truly mean to love your enemies in the way of Jesus? This question isn't just theological theory—it's a practical challenge we face whenever someone wrongs or mistreats us. In this powerful conclusion to our forgiveness series, we ...
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1:25:54
Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: What's the Difference?
The journey from forgiveness to reconciliation is one of the most challenging paths in Christian discipleship. While many believers embrace God's forgiveness and understand the importance of forgiving others, the question of what comes next oft...
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1:14:17
Choosing to Forgive
What does it actually look like to forgive someone who's hurt you deeply? After acknowledging the pain and choosing to move toward forgiveness, how do you actually release the debt and free yourself from resentment?In this episode, we d...
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1:06:26
Learning to Lament
We explore how naming and lamenting the impact of wrongful actions in Jesus's presence serves as the first step toward engaging in cruciform forgiveness. Developing this essential spiritual practice helps us move from bitterness to freedom....
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1:18:10
The Forgiveness of Jesus
What does it truly mean to forgive like Jesus? This transformative episode dives deep into the heart of Christian forgiveness by examining both Jesus' teachings and his lived example. Through powerful stories like Corrie Ten Boom confronting he...
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1:19:59
Breaking the Cycle of Enemy-Making
Forgiveness is a journey that challenges us to confront our own hearts while navigating the complexities of relationships. Understanding the cycle of enemy-making reveals how ruminating on wrongs can harden our hearts and distort our perception...
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1:14:40
Redefining Forgiveness
Ever struggled to forgive someone, even when you know it's the right thing to do? That's a journey we're all familiar with, and in this episode, we seek to unravel the complexities of forgiveness and share insights that could transform your per...
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1:10:33
Engaging the Dechurched with Compassion and Empathy
Our episode dives into the phenomenon of de-churching, a significant shift affecting millions in America. We explore why individuals leave the church, how to engage them compassionately, and the importance of being a person of peace in their li...
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1:06:08
Navigating Grief During the Holidays
Licensed therapist Terri Koschnick joins us for a heartfelt discussion on navigating grief during the holiday season. With over 30 years of experience, Terri offers her invaluable insights into managing the complex emotions that arise during th...
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1:05:57
The Value of Church Community
What if the quiet exodus from American churches is reshaping the very fabric of our communities? Join us on Praxis as we explore the Great Dechurching, where over 40 million adults have stepped away from church attendance in the last quarter-ce...
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1:12:05
Why Are People Leaving the Church?
What happens when 40 million adults in America decide to step away from church attendance? This episode of the Praxis podcast takes you on an enlightening journey through the cultural phenomenon known as the great de-churching. We navigate the ...
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1:21:58
Reimagining Church Culture Through Christlikeness
Ever wondered why modern churches often struggle with embodying the humility and self-sacrificial love that Jesus exemplified? Join Katie, Mac, and Josiah as we navigate the journey of molding our communities into reflections of Christ, questio...
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1:15:36
Cultivating a Culture of Humble Service
What happens when you prioritize service, humility, and genuine love in your church community? Join us in this episode as we explore the transformative power of cultivating a Tove church culture, following Jesus' example from Mark 10. We'll ill...
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1:08:25
Embodying Justice
What does it mean to truly embody justice in our daily lives and church communities? Inspired by the wisdom of Micah 6:8, we embark on an exploration of how justice can transform church culture into a space radiating goodness, kindness, and lov...
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1:07:17
The Hidden Crisis of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a hidden crisis in our communities, but knowledge and awareness can empower us to fight back. On this special episode of Praxis, we have Brianna Saxer from Zeteo Community joining us to shed light on this urgent issue, part...
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1:10:14
Prioritizing the Truth
On this episode of Praxis, we explore the transformative power of truth-telling within church communities. We unravel the concept of "trafficking in the truth" and discuss the critical importance of transparent leadership. Drawing insights from...
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1:23:50
Putting People First
Having done the difficult work of taking an honest look at what’s not going well in the church, we have now begun describing the key nutrients that we need to put into the soil in order to bear kingdom fruit. If toxins corrupt the soil and prev...
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1:09:48
Cultivating Grace In Church Culture
Having done the difficult work of taking an honest look at what’s not going well in the church and some of the things that are blocking kingdom from fruit from growing, we have now begun describing the key nutrients that we need to put into the...
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1:07:16
Nurturing Empathy In Church Culture
After several episodes of naming some of the major toxins in the American church soil, we have turned the corner, and we are now discussing some of the healthy nutrients we can put into the soil to help create a healthy church culture. Join us ...
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