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What does it mean to live at the intersection of cultures, churches, and callings? Pastor Chip Luter—son of the first African American president of the Southern Baptist Convention—shares his powerful story of navigating identity, legacy, and reconciliation across racial and denominational lines. From being “Chip” at church and “Fred” at school to becoming a bridge-builder in ministry, Chip offers candid insights on growing up between worlds and how those experiences shaped his gospel-centered approach to unity. He challenges listeners to pursue reconciliation not just during moments of crisis, but through consistent, everyday relationships rooted in Christ. Whether you're navigating cultural complexity or seeking practical tools for unity, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and a vision for lasting reconciliation.

📣 Join us for the Living Reconciled Celebration on September 25 at Mississippi College’s Anderson Hall as we continue the conversation and celebrate what it means to live reconciled through Christ.

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What does real reconciliation look like across racial and economic lines? Pastor Wayne Hall shares his compelling journey from growing up as “the only white kid” in one of Meridian’s poorest neighborhoods to leading a diverse church at Jackson First. Wayne reflects on the early influence of an inclusive church, the painful shift of racially divided friendships in high school, and the calling that shaped his ministry. With bold honesty, he challenges listeners to examine whether their faith truly reflects Christ’s call to reconciliation. Rooted in empathy, Scripture, and lived experience, this episode offers a powerful vision of the Church as a place where everyone belongs.

📣 Join us for our annual Living Reconciled Celebration on September 25th at Mississippi College's Anderson Hall as we continue the conversation on what it means to see one another as Christ sees us.

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Nissan, St. Dominic's Hospital, Atmos Energy, Regions Foundation, Mississippi College, Anderson United Methodist Church, Grace Temple Church, Mississippi State University, Real Christian Foundation, Brown Missionary Baptist Church, Christian Life Church, Ms. Doris Powell, Mr. Robert Ward, and Ms. Ann Winters.

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Jermaine Van Buren Jr. opens up about the painful realities of living between two worlds—navigating white academic spaces and Black church communities while struggling with a fractured sense of identity. Labeled an “Oreo” and exhausted by code-switching, Jermaine found healing in Black mentorship and spiritual truth: "God made you Black on purpose." Now leading campus ministry at Jackson State University, Jermaine shares how anchoring identity in Christ—rather than cultural expectations—can free the next generation. This episode dives deep into race, reconciliation, and how authentic faith breaks down walls of ignorance. Tune in to hear one man’s journey of becoming whole and helping others do the same.

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Nissan, St. Dominic's Hospital, Atmos Energy, Regions Foundation, Mississippi College, Anderson United Methodist Church, Grace Temple Church, Mississippi State University, Real Christian Foundation, Brown Missionary Baptist Church, Christian Life Church, Ms. Doris Powell, Mr. Robert Ward, and Ms. Ann Winters.

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