You need to eat healthy, That goes for physically, as well as spiritually, and this content creator provides snack sized truths that's easy to digest. A long time friend of ROC, John Stephenson cooks up positive creativity through Faithful Flavors! For true insight from a marketing pro, check out this episode on how to live out your creativity from a Biblical point of view. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

Emerging South Asian Leaders are desperate for guidance, and have the unique position to lead from their story. Check out our conversation with creative leader Sabina Pappu, founder of Se.Cure Leadership who is empowering emerging Indian leaders to belong, find community, receive leadership training and mentorship, and boldly share their stories --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

There's a lot of macho talk these days, and toxic masculinity seems all the rage. But are there actual problems we should be aware of when it comes to raising young men? Are more men lacking ambition and purpose today? The guys discuss the alarming stats that young men face, and a react to a great pod from Dr. Anthony Bradley on "How Churches Should Respond to the Boy Crisis". Check that episode Dr. Bradley's pod here; its a great listen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1fd6d5WW2s3VrZXKXAC7Nl?si=262eac250a5d4186 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

What are the symptoms of an unhealthy church? How can you spot the warning signs? The guys discuss some helpful tips and differentiate staying in toxic environments to drive change....and when to run. Don't get mad at us for this one :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

Father's Day is a great holiday where we celebrate an amazing responsibility. But we dive into some tough questions every aspiring parent should think of. Should everyone have kids? How does discipline look like in today's world? What's it like being an Indian dad in today's culture? We discuss life and the cultural differences from being raised as brown kids to brown dads. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

A whole month celebrating Asian American culture, but what responsibility comes with that? Is there a place for ethnic centric churches or should we strictly pursue a multicultural approach all the time? The guys discuss how our unique identity plays into who we are, and the special ability it allows us to connect with others. A fun conversation with a challenge to reach those around us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

By now the news seems repetitive. Another shooting in America, calls for action, but nothing takes place. As the world lashes out against empty thoughts and prayers, how should our community respond? The guys discuss the polarizing topic of gun violence in America and what our response as a community must be. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

Finding your calling in life is daunting, and obstacles can prevent us from getting started on the path to discovery. The guys discuss all the barriers that stop us, and whether it's truly the calling we should be pursuing in the first place. Jeswin, Bijoy, and Jobbin reunite on this episode discussing practical tips in discovering your calling. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

Weeeee're back! We said we would be right back, but a few things happened along the way. Babies being born, cross country moves, traveling, and callings in different directions. Just a few major life shifts, but we are back to talk through it all, especially how we decipher the calling in our lives. Jeswin and Jobbin jumpstart the podcast again to discuss direction and calling and how to decide when to move forward. Lots of fun in store this season, so thanks for joining the ride! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support

In our Season Finale, what better way to wrap up than to have a candid conversation on whether we can continue to have candid conversations? With Elon Musk on the verge of buying Twitter, renewed talks of free speech have come up. Will a takeover of social media open up more free thought? How do we guard against misinformation without censoring conversation?  The guys discuss the fight for free speech along with looking ahead to topics you want to hear about in the next season. Thanks for listening all season long and we will be back after a short break! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restoringourcity/support