Being Human with Steve Cuss

• Down the Rabbit Hole with Charlie Peacock

  Charlie Peacock is a Nashville music producer, jazz and rock-and-roll recording artist, singer-songwriter, and author. As Steve Cuss reflects on his friend Charlie's life, work, and new book Roots & Rhythm, a beautiful theme arises: the wildly relational nature of art. Charlie and Steve talk about the world-class musicians Charlie has worked with, the vulnerability of creating songs in collaboration, and what it looks like to stay human sized on a global stage. They discuss encouragement, love, and the power of praise. Steve and Charlie also talk about Charlie’s sensitivity to the fear of others and how he has put into practice the work of love casting out fear. Resources mentioned in this episode include: “Putting Beauty into the World with Charlie Peacock and Andi Ashworth” Roots & Rhythm: A Life in Music by Charlie Peacock Why Everything That Doesn’t Matter, Matters So Much: The Way of Love in a World of Hurt by Andi Ashworth and Charlie Peacock The Odyssey by Homer “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon No Man’s Land by Charlie Peacock Turtle Island by Gary Snyder “Rowing Song” by Patty Griffin Music & Meaning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• USAID’s Demise, Fighting Malaria, and Being the Church with Nathaniel Moller

  “The richest man in the world turned off billions of dollars in funding for the literal poorest people in the world. It’s just, from my perspective, incomprehensible.” So says Nathaniel Moller, former USAID worker. Nathaniel and Steve discuss the presidential administration’s recent mass cuts to USAID programs and what the effects may be. They consider the cultural moments in America’s history when “the big C Church and the little church” have had a choice—operate out of fear or from love—and why Nathaniel believes such a moment is upon us now. They talk about the tenacity required to combat global issues such as malaria, the beauty of using our gifts and skills to further the kingdom, and why Nathaniel still has hope for the common good.  Resources mentioned in this episode include: “US President’s Malaria Initiative for States (PMI-S) Project”  The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? The Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World by Richard Stearns  “The United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Walking in Wisdom with Uli Chi

  When Uli Chi thinks of wisdom, he primarily thinks of relational well-being.  Steve and Uli discuss where wisdom and relationships intersect, why we need wise leaders, and what it looks like to relate rather than react. They discuss the current political climate and how it affects human connections, and they consider the importance of treating people as persons, not as simple ideas. Uli sheds light on concrete steps for living wisely, drawing on biblical examples that provide hope, direction, and opportunities for delight. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Uli Chi The Wise Leader by Uli Chi “Ash Wednesday” by T. S. Eliot Necessary Endings: The Employees, Businesses, and Relationships That All of Us Have to Give Up in Order to Move Forward by Henry Cloud The Humor of Christ by Elton Trueblood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• In Pursuit of Integration

  What does it mean to live a fully integrated life in Christ? Lisa and Steve Cuss return to do a deeper dive into some of the profound themes that have emerged in recent episodes of Being Human. They reflect on what it means to be bewildered by God, as Zach Meerkreebs experienced during the Asbury Outpouring. They unpack Kathleen Smith’s definition of differentiation and Eugene Cho’s challenge to focus on one global need while championing others in their callings. The conversation also delves into Steve Carter’s reflections on grief and the ways loss has shaped their own journeys of faith. Tune in for a thoughtful, hope-filled conversation on living whole lives in Christ. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Glenn Packiam “Authentic Love and The Asbury Outpouring with Zach Meerkreebs” “How to Be ‘True to You’ with Kathleen Smith” “Eugene Cho’s Guide to Mercy Over Burnout” “Revisiting ‘Grieve, Breathe, Receive’ with Steve Carter” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Revisiting ‘Grieve, Breathe, Receive’ with Steve Carter

  “Did you have integrity today?”  That’s the question that Steve Carter—author, podcaster, and former lead teaching pastor of Willow Creek Community Church—pictured his son asking him when allegations of sexual harassment against Bill Hybels emerged. Steve Carter shares how he has dealt with being misunderstood when his highest values were wielded against him. He talks about the power of the Resurrection and shares what propelled him to write Grieve, Breathe, Receive—a memoir on grief and healing. Listen in for a rich discussion on relationships, reactivity, and remembrance. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Luke: Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching by Fred B. Craddock Steve Carter Craft & Character with Steve Carter Grieve, Breathe, Receive: Finding a Faith Strong Enough to Hold Us by Steve Carter The Thing Beneath the Thing: What’s Hidden Inside (and What God Helps Us Do About It) by Steve Carter Willow Creek Community Church “Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs” “Cadet Prayer” Annie F. Downs Ira Glass Camino de Santiago “What Is a Verbatim?” Compassion International “Welcoming Practice” The Worst James Harden Flops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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