
Episode #111
New News
In this special farewell episode, we share some heartfelt "new news" as we officially bring the Placed for a Purpose podcast to a close after two and a half years of fun and insightful conversations on neighboring...


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Hosted by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney · religion · EN
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.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWe 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.
Placed For A Purpose is hosted by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney. The show has published 111 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "New News" (16 December 2025, 14 minutes), "How to BLESS your neighborhood with Dave Ferguson" (4 November 2025, 39 minutes), and "Wrapping Up the Parables" (28 October 2025, 30 minutes).
Placed For A Purpose publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 111 episodes.
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Episode #111
In this special farewell episode, we share some heartfelt "new news" as we officially bring the Placed for a Purpose podcast to a close after two and a half years of fun and insightful conversations on neighboring...

Episode #110
In this bonus episode, we sit down with Dave Ferguson, author of Bless: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World, to explore a practical and relational framework for neighboring based on the life of...

Episode #109
In this final episode of our “Neighboring Through the Parables” series, we reflect on how Jesus’ parables have shaped our understanding of neighboring, from letting go of grudges to celebrating the overlooked, being...

Episode #108
In this episode, we explore Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant, highlighting the vast contrast between the immeasurable debt God forgives us and the much smaller offenses we often withhold forgiveness for...

Episode #107
In this episode of our Neighboring Through the Parables series, we explore how Jesus uses everyday stories to reframe the way we approach prayer. Drawing from three parables, the friend at midnight, the persistent...

Episode #106
In this midpoint episode of our Neighboring Through the Parables series, we explore how Jesus’ story of the rich fool in Luke 12 challenges our assumptions about money, security, and abundance. Parables, by nature, are...

Episode #105
In this episode, we unpack the parable of the Good Samaritan, a viral story that has endured for over 2,000 years, and explore how Jesus redefines what it means to be a neighbor. When a religious scholar tries to draw...

Episode #10
In this episode, we explore the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven, two small, humble images Jesus uses to describe the surprising and unstoppable nature of the kingdom of God. Unlike flashy displays of power...

Episode #103
In this episode, we continue our parable series by exploring the lost sheep and the lost coin in Luke 15, two short but powerful stories that reveal God’s heart for seeking the lost and the joy that comes when they're...

Episode #102
This week, we explore one of Jesus’ most well-known, and deeply layered, parables: the Prodigal Son. But this isn’t just a story about rebellion and return. It's a profound look into the heart of the Father, the...

Episode #101
We’re back! After a refreshing summer break, we’re kicking off a brand new series on the parables of Jesus and how they shape us to be better neighbors. We will learn that parables are short, compelling stories that...

Placed For A Purpose
We made it—100 episodes! In this special milestone episode, we look back at where we started, what we’ve learned, and the conversations that have shaped us. From awkward beginnings and favorite interviews to creative...

Episode #98
What if the biggest barrier to loving our neighbors isn’t them, it’s us? In this episode, we dive into Brant Hansen’s book Unoffendable and explore how choosing humility over outrage can transform the way we live and...

Episode #97
In a culture where Christianity is often dismissed as harmful or outdated, how can we respond with confidence, humility, and truth? In this thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sharon James—author, historian...

Episode #96
How can we love our LGBTQ+ neighbors well—especially in a culture where conversations about sexuality and identity can feel so personal, emotional, and polarizing? In this powerful and thoughtful episode, we’re joined...

Episode #95
In today’s episode, we have an honest and practical conversation about how to love our neighbors who are walking through seasons of pain, suffering, or difficulty. Whether it's strained marriages, financial struggles...

Episode #94
In this episode, we’re joined by Wayne Rice — veteran youth pastor, author, and co-founder of Youth Specialties — as he shares wisdom on how we can love and serve the elderly neighbors around us. Wayne currently serves...

Episode #93
Today we’re joined by Mark and Molly Parsons from Truth in Love Ministry to talk about how we can better love and understand our Mormon neighbors. With years of experience in outreach and personal relationships in LDS...

Episode #92
Today we’re joined by Jon Noyes, a former atheist turned Christian apologist with Stand to Reason, who shares his powerful story of moving from skepticism to belief. Jon reflects on what it was like to be a...

Episode #91
In this episode, we dive into what it looks like to love our neighbors who are immigrants, internationals, and refugees. Donna Kushner joins us to share insights from her decades of cross-cultural ministry, including...
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