The Radical Middle
The Radical Middle
EP. 53 - Be Better: What My Mom Taught Me About Following Jesus
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In this deeply personal episode of The Radical Middle, Tommy Nixon shares the story of his mother and the powerful life lesson she gave him that still shapes his faith today: “Be Better.”
After losing his mom suddenly, Tommy reflects on her life as an educator, leader, and follower of Jesus. Through grief, memories, and faith, he explores what it really means to grow spiritually without falling into the traps of self-righteousness or shame.
The Radical Middle is not about being politically centrist. It is about living in the tension between grace and truth while becoming who God created you to be.
In this episode, Tommy talks about:
• The lesson his mom taught him that defines the Radical Middle
• Why Christians must pursue growth without arrogance or shame
• The tension between being a sinner and being made in the image of God
• How personal transformation can bring healing to the world
• Why young people struggle with the church today
• How God restores broken seasons of life
This conversation is an honest reflection on grief, faith, spiritual formation, and the lifelong journey of following Jesus.
If you've experienced church hurt, wrestled with faith, or wondered how to grow spiritually in a divided world, this episode will challenge and encourage you.
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