Miracles, Politics, and Impacting the City with Mark Batterson

The Post-Christian Podcast

In this episode of The Post-Christian Podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant sits down with prolific author and pastor Mark Batterson about leading the National Community Church in Washington DC, the importance of prayer, and remaining nonpartisan yet prophetic. Mark shares insights from his 28 years of ministry, emphasizing the significance of standing in the gap as peacemakers, grace-givers, and truth-tellers. Mark also discusses innovative ways his church engages with the community, including their DC Dream Center and transforming church properties into sources of revenue and prayer spaces. He highlights their commitment to impacting their city by turning the church inside out and raising everyday prophets in diverse vocations. Timestamps: 00:00 Teaser and Introduction 06:09 Building church, blessing city, faith in action. 08:59 Thursday prayer sets tone for spiritual revival. 12:27 Immigration debate and church's duty to love. 14:27 How has God influenced your productivity focus? 16:43 Balance speaking, pastoring, writing for broader impact. 22:35 Hug for oxytocin, love's miraculous design. 23:54 Dogs await us; nose prints are unique. Don't miss Mark's reflections on his new book, "Million Little Miracles," where he encourages readers to marvel at the everyday wonders of God's creation. Tune in for a chance to win a free copy and get inspired to see the miraculous in the mundane. Visit ericbryant.org for more resources.