Colossians 1:13
“He has delivered us from the dominion of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son.”
In this powerful episode, Steve Wood tackles one of the greatest challenges facing today’s Church—the secularization of Christian culture and the next generation. Many believers acknowledge Jesus as “King of my heart” but stop there, missing the far-reaching truth of His present reign over every aspect of life.
Drawing from Colossians 1:13, Steve reminds listeners that those who believe and are baptized have already been transferred into Christ’s Kingdom. This means there is no “neutral” or “secular” space—Christ’s lordship extends to our homes, workplaces, schools, and public life. The false divide between sacred and secular has weakened Christian influence and confused young people who are growing up in an increasingly post-Christian world.
Steve also draws on the wisdom of *St. John Paul II’s teachings in The Lay Members of Christ’s Faithful People, which call lay Catholics to bring the Gospel into every corner of culture—family life, business, politics, education, and media. Faith is not meant to be compartmentalized, but integrated into every area of human experience.
This episode highlights research from the Barna Group, revealing why some young people stay rooted in their faith: because their church equips them to live out their faith in the real world—at work, in relationships, and in culture. Those who see God actively at work beyond church walls are the ones most likely to remain committed.
Steve challenges listeners to rethink what it means to live as citizens of God’s Kingdom now. Every baptized believer is called to mend the fabric of Christian culture by living an integrated faith—one that transforms ordinary life into sacred mission.
If you’re a parent, teacher, or catechist seeking to help young people thrive spiritually in a secular age, this episode will strengthen your understanding and renew your purpose.
Listen now and discover how to live—and lead—under the transforming reign of Christ in today’s world.