In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, host Steve Adams engages in a profound conversation with Chip Skowron, a former Hedge Fund Manager indicted for insider trading, who shares his transformative journey from a life of self-serving behaviors and material success to one of redemption and purpose.

Chip discusses his early traumas, the impact of his career changes, and his commitment to prison ministry, emphasizing the importance of celebrating stories of redemption and healing. This conversation delves into the themes of brokenness, redemption, and the transformative power of community.

They reflect on their journey from a life of deceit and materialism to one of authenticity and purpose, emphasizing the importance of confession, community support, and the role of faith in healing.

The discussion also highlights the significance of prison ministry and the Prison Entrepreneurship Program in fostering connections and providing hope for those affected by incarceration.

Prison Entrepreneurship Program: https://www.pep.org/

New Caanan Society: https://newcanaansociety.org/

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Redemption

05:29 From Medicine to Finance: A Life Transformed

12:34 The Impact of Early Trauma

20:18 Struggles with Identity and Expectations

25:08 Navigating Career Changes and Life Decisions

32:01 The Quest for Soul Satisfaction

34:52 The Consequences of Deceit and Brokenness

38:36 Transformation Through Community and Confession

41:40 The Power of Community in Adversity

45:45 Building Bridges: Prison Ministry and Redemption

48:55 Connecting Inside and Outside: The Prison Entrepreneurship Program

56:10 The Importance of Authentic Community

01:00:51 Hope and Healing Beyond Incarceration

In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, hosts Steve and Colleen Adams explore the themes surrounding the Tower of Babel, the spiritual forces at play, and the implications of a biblical worldview in today's society.

They discuss the cultural mandate given by God, the nature of evil as represented by the Nephilim, and the modern parallels to the Tower of Babel in the context of globalization and technology.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding spiritual influences, the rise of a one world religion, and the consolidation of power in contemporary society.

Ultimately, they call on believers to be truth tellers and to remain steadfast in their faith amidst the challenges of the modern world.

Chapters

00:00 The Tower of Babel: Lessons in Humility

03:10 The Spiritual Forces at Play

05:57 The Cultural Mandate and Its Implications

08:53 The Nephilim and the Nature of Evil

11:46 The Scattering of Nations and Languages

14:47 The New Tower of Babel: Modern Parallels

18:00 The Role of Technology and Globalization

20:53 The Influence of Spiritual Forces

23:45 The Importance of a Biblical Worldview

27:07 The Rise of One World Religion

30:05 The Consolidation of Power

32:58 The Future of Humanity and Faith

35:46 The Call to Action for Believers

In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, host Colleen Adams explores the current state of Christianity in America and discusses the alarming statistics surrounding biblical worldviews.

She delves into the historical context of the Enlightenment and its impact on faith, the importance of understanding the spiritual realm, and the dangers of syncretism in modern Christianity.

The conversation also touches on the pitfalls of manifesting and positive thought, and the distinctions between theism and deism. Finally, she reflects on the Tower of Babel and its significance in shaping cultural and religious identities.

Chapters

00:00 The Quest for a Unified World Order

01:11 The State of Christianity in America

03:31 The Impact of Enlightenment on Faith

07:45 Understanding the Spiritual Realm

10:58 The Great Commission and Spiritual Integration

13:46 Evaluating Worldviews and Syncretism

20:01 The Dangers of Manifesting and Positive Thought

23:51 Theism vs. Deism: Understanding God

28:13 The Tower of Babel and Cultural Dispersal