Placed For A Purpose

We want to love our neighbors, but we’re busy and sometimes don’t know where to start. In each episode, we’ll keep neighboring on your mind by encouraging you with simple ways to connect with those next door. Because your address is not an accident, and neither is your neighbor’s.

Christianity
Religion & Spirituality
Society & Culture
1
Atomic Neighboring Habits
In this episode, we dive into the power of habits, inspired by the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and explore how small, consistent changes can transform the way we neighbor.
26 min
2
In Our Neighborhood As In Heaven
In this episode, we talk with Lance Ford, author of Next Door as It Is in Heaven, about living out God’s kingdom in our neighborhoods.
44 min
3
The Simple Act of Showing Up: Lessons from a Ye...
What do neighboring and playing catch have in common?
30 min
4
Countdown to 2025: Our Top 10 Highlights of the...
This year-end episode is a highlight reel of the most inspiring and transformative moments of 2024 on the podcast—just like your Spotify Wrapped!
49 min
5
Guided Neighborhood Prayer Walk: Peace on Earth
During Christmas, the longing for peace feels especially acute, reflected in the songs we sing, the decorations we hang, and the verses we read during Advent.
16 min
6
Good Enough Neighboring
Take this in: You don’t have to be the perfect neighbor; you just have to “good enough.”
34 min
7
Neighboring with Purpose and Presence
This Advent, we dive into the powerful idea of incarnational living—being fully present in our neighborhoods, just as Jesus was as Emmanuel, "God with us."
27 min
8
The 12 Days of Neighboring
In the spirit of the season, we’re launching the 12 Days of Neighboring Challenge!
29 min
9
From Grumbly to Grateful: A Neighbor’s Guide
Gobble, Gobble! Or should we say "Grumble, Grumble?"
35 min
10
Ruthlessly Eliminating Hurry In Our Neighborhoods
In a world that celebrates busyness, we’re often left feeling rushed and disconnected from the people around us.
31 min
11
How To Be a Horrible Listener (and what to do i...
Let’s face it—most of us are horrible listeners but don't know how to change.
27 min
12
Small Talk: A Rebrand
Today, small talk is getting a glow-up!
22 min
13
Extraordinary Hospitality for Ordinary People w...
Carolyn Lacey, author of "Extraordinary Hospitality for Ordinary People: Seven Ways to Welcome Like Jesus," joins the discussion to explore the true meaning of Christian hospitality.
34 min
14
Before You Share Your Faith with Matt Smethurst
Are you hesitant to share your faith with your neighbors?
39 min
15
Avoiding Next-Door Political Outrage
Are political conversations with neighbors just too divisive to touch?
47 min
16
Parenting Without Panic in LGBT+ Friendly Neigh...
Rachel Gilson, author of "Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World," joins us to talk about how we can love our LGBT+ neighbors and how Christian parents can navigate complex conversations with their children about faith, gender, and sexuality.
46 min
17
The Halloween House with Jimmy & Kelly Needham
After moving into their new neighborhood—ironically named Sleepy Hollow—Jimmy and Kelly Needham were surprised to learn their home had a big reputation.
41 min
18
Guided Neighborhood Prayer Walk: The Lord's Prayer
While the concept of moving your body while talking to God might seem intuitive to some, many of us could use a "prayer walk tutorial."
21 min
19
You Should (Could) Pray For Your Neighbors
Has guilt been a good long-term motivator in your life when it comes to prayer???
28 min
20
The Vanishing Neighbor with Marc Dunkelman
In this episode, we're joined by Marc Dunkelman, author of The Vanishing Neighbor: The Transformation of American Community
41 min
21
Building Bonds in Downtown Chicago with Malissa...
In this episode, we’re joined by Malissa Mackey, who lives and works in downtown Chicago.
32 min
22
You Gotta Ask with Jon and Pam Strain
Asking good questions can be a powerful way to love our neighbors.
32 min
23
Knock-Knock: How Humor Breaks the Ice with Phil...
Phil Callaway, an award-winning author, speaker, and humorist known for his best-selling book, "Laugh Like a Kid Again," joins us for a conversation about the profound power of laughter and how it can break down barriers, open hearts, and bring light to even the darkest situations.
43 min
24
Finding Common Ground with Amberly Neese
Amberly Neese is a speaker, comedian, and author of several books, including Common Ground: Loving Others Despite Our Differences.
34 min
25
Loving Our Doubting and Deconstructing Neighbor...
Zack Eswine, pastor of Riverside Church in St. Louis and author of Spurgeon's Sorrows and Imperfect Pastor, joins us to discuss loving our doubting and deconstructing neighbors.
47 min