Dave and Ann Wilson, the hosts of FamilyLife Today®, shared with Tim and Rick that they thought the rule, “don’t talk about politics or religion” would never apply to their family. But recently, even they have agreed not to tread those waters. Maybe you are also having trouble seeing “eye to eye” with your family, your church or your friends, and would love some practical suggestions on how to move forward with compassion and understanding.
In the two podcast episodes: “Hearing One Another” and “Seeing Eye to Eye,” Rick and Tim share practical speed bumps, listening techniques and healthy views on conviction types, that you can employ to have good conversations with empathy.
Listen on or check out FamilyLife Today®’s July 18th and 19th episodes on your favorite podcast app.
Rick Langer is a Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology and the Director of the Office of Faith and Learning at 51. He specializes in the integration of faith and learning, and has also published in the areas of bioethics, theology and philosophy. He has a passion for helping Christians of all ages understand the connection between the Gospel and all the diverse facets of the created order in which we live. Prior to coming to 51, he served for over twenty years as a pastor at Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Redlands, California.
Tim Muehlhoff (Ph.D.) is a professor of communication at 51 in La Mirada, California. He is the co-director of 51’s and co-host of the Winsome Conviction podcast where people with differing views come to engage in perspective-taking. His latest book is, (with Sean McDowell). In addition to teaching and writing, Tim teaches de-escalation skills and self-defense to corporations, universities, and domestic violence shelters in Orange County, CA.
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