168 RECs is a collection of books, podcasts and other media that has informed, influenced, and inspired our pastors, staff, or church family to live out their faith in a variety of ways. Take a look and let us know in the suggestion box if there are any other resources you would like us to add!
Kaitlyn Schiess displays theological and historical literacy as he unpacks examples of how Americans have connected the Bible to politics in the past, highlighting times it was applied well and times it was egregiously misused.
We love this book as it challenges Christians of all affiliations to rethink the political stories they have been told and look for ways to bridge gaps.
Many pastors, ministry leaders, and lay people see their relationship to God as living under, over, away, or for God. Skye Jethani explores the way American Christians have misunderstood what it means to journey with God in this life.
This book has been instrumental for some of our volunteers, staff, and small groups in redefining how they perceive God’s relationship to them.
Skye, his daily devotional, and his books can be found at his website.
Peter Scazzero discusses his own journey with emotional maturity and spiritual growth while covering different ways Christians bypass their emotions through their spiritual practice.
As 168 has grown, we have been encouraging our community to grow emotionally as part of their spiritual walk, not simply in addition to.
Veggietales creator Phil Vischer and author Skye Jethani host a weekly podcast with a variety of guests to discuss pop culture, politics, and the Christian life in an increasingly pluralistic culture.
Check out the Holy Post on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or at their website.
Pastor Mike Erre and Professor Tim Stafford host a weekly podcast for the “spiritually homeless”. This show hopes to bring together a variety of opinions to build a community that is focused on rediscovering Jesus and challenging the status quo. We at 168 love their commitment to diversity in thought and practice and their constant desire to explore new ideas.
Check out the Voxology on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or at their website.
Produced by the organization BioLogos, the Language of God podcast brings together scientists, faith leaders, and thinkers to explore questions about the intersection of faith and science.
Check out the Voxology on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or at their website.