God Loves Work: The G̶o̶o̶d̶ Merciful Samaritan

Summary Jesus’ story about the Samaritan who showed mercy to the wounded man on the road is not simply about being a good human. It’s actually about who God is. It’s about the eternal story of God, and how we can live this story out in our lives, through prayer. Episode 57 | God Loves […]

Purpose & Desire: Why You Need Both to Understand Your Calling

Summary In this episode of the Faith and Work podcast, host Joanna Meyer engages with Tracey Gee, author and consultant, to explore the intricate relationship between purpose, desire, and calling. They discuss the challenges of discerning one’s calling, especially in the context of faith, and how desire plays a crucial role in this process. Tracey […]

Special Episode: Summer Break Update

Summary Teach Us to Pray is on Summer Break! Meet our podcast producer, Naomi Hartman, and stay tuned for new episodes starting August 18.  Hosted by Jeff Hoffmeyer, Denver Institute’s Vice President of Advancement and Theologian in Residence, this podcast seeks to focus on the practice of prayer through scripture as a primary way to know, trust, and […]

God Loves Work: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Summary This is the first of four episodes guided by four parables of Jesus. It is meant to be used alongside a devotional called God Loves Work: Work and the Parables of Jesus. The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector is a simple and convicting story that will shape our lives drastically if […]

Voices from the Workplace: Entrepreneurs Through Acquisition with Matt Barnes and Bob Larkin

Summary What do we do when God asks us to make business risks for His kingdom? This episode dives into the world of entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) with two incredible stories of how God leads ordinary people into extraordinary ventures. In the first half, we sit down with Matt Barnes, an ETA who acquired a […]

Fully Known and Fully Loved: Praying to the God Who Knows Everything

Summary Psalm 139 is one of the most powerful prayers in the Bible. It’s also daunting, because David prays about how God knows every thought and is present everywhere, always. In prayer, we can wrestle with this knowledge, and come to trust the God who knows us fully and loves us fully. Episode 55:  Fully […]

Seek Wisdom in an Age of Endless Answers

Summary In this episode of the Faith and Work Podcast, we delve into the profound insights shared by Dr. Uli Chi at the Business for the Common Good annual event. As we navigate an era inundated with information and artificial intelligence, Dr. Chi challenges us to seek wisdom—a rare and invaluable asset. Through personal stories […]

Data from the Workplace: A project from Barna Group and Denver Institute

Summary In this episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, Ross Chapman is joined by Matt Randerson of Barna Group to offer a sneak preview of the Trends at Work data report set to be released soon. Drawing from this new research, Matt unpacks key themes—like influence, compassion, and change—that are reshaping workplace culture across […]

Voices from the Workplace: Robin John on Confronting Injustice Through Good Investing

Summary In this episode of The Faith & Work Podcast, Ross Chapman welcomes Robin John, CEO of Eventide Asset Management, to discuss his new book The Good Investor: How Your Work Can Confront Injustice, Love Your Neighbor, and Bring Healing to the World. Robin shares how his personal journey—from growing up in India to working […]

Voices from the Workplace: Forging a Faithful Scientist with Metallurgist Chloe Johnson

Summary In this episode of the Faith and Work podcast, hosts Joanna Meyer and Brian Gray engage with metallurgist Chloe Johnson, exploring her unique journey in the sciences, the pressures of achievement, and the intersection of faith and science. Chloe shares her experiences as a scientist, the importance of humility, and how art can bridge […]

Taste and See That the Lord is Good: Bodies, Community, and Risk

Summary Psalm 34:8 is a very surprising line from David: “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” What does it mean to taste God’s goodness? Praying this prayer can help us perceive God within our embodied lives, in community, and, in particular, in the course of risky action. Episode 53: Taste and See That […]

Voices from the Workplace: Agroecology and Farming with Dr. Abram Bicksler

Summary In this episode of the Faith & Work Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Abram Bicksler, agroecologist and leader of ECHO, to explore how science, faith, and stewardship intersect in the world of sustainable agriculture. As part of our Voices from the Workplace series, Dr. Bicksler shares how his calling has led him from rural […]