Old Paths New Steps

Old Paths New Steps

Walking in ancient paths with contemporary feet, finding hope for today.Join us as we explore the profound intersection of theology, sociology, and science through a lens of compassion and hope. Old Paths New Steps bridges timeless wisdom with modern understanding, creating space for authentic conversations about trauma, healing, and what it means to be fully human.

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Sept. 1, 2025

Outsiders and Insiders: Where God Shows Up with guest Dr. Gregory Coles

Dr. Gregory Coles returns to explore how our modern understanding of identity has everything backwards. Discover why the Latin root of "identity" points toward sameness rather than individuality, what it means to find belongi...
Aug. 18, 2025

Genes of Eden: Where Ancient Theology Meets Modern Science with guest Dr. Lu Wing

Dr. Luman Wing returns to discuss his groundbreaking book "Genes of Eden," where cutting-edge epigenetics meets ancient theology. Discover how your environment literally rewrites your genetic expression, why trauma and redemp...
Aug. 11, 2025

Episode Rerelease: The Science of Healing Community with Dr. Lumen Wing

We're thrilled to bring back this powerful conversation with Dr. Lumen Wing as he prepares to release his groundbreaking book Genes of Eden. In this episode, Dr. Wing—a biochemist, pastor, and chaplain at the San Diego crime lab—reveals the fascinating intersection of faith and science through epig…
July 14, 2025

Change as an Invitation to Grow: An Update on OPNS

Peter shares important updates about Old Paths New Steps, including Josh Lott's decision to step back from regular hosting to focus on family, and our move to bi-monthly episodes. We honor Josh's incredible contributions whil...
July 7, 2025

The Horizontal Gospel: Why Racial Reconciliation is Gospel Work with guest Lonnie Arnold

Pastor and former police officer Lonnie Arnold shares his journey from black church upbringing through interracial marriage and law enforcement to founding the Racial Reconciliation Network. Drawing from personal experiences ...
June 30, 2025

The Hip-Hop Scholar: Reading the Bible Like an Ancient with guest Hakeem Bradley

In this episode, Peter and Malissa chat with biblical scholar Hakeem Bradley about his journey from the Five Percent Nation to New Testament PhD studies and his recent work at Bible Project. Hakeem shares his passion for read...