#25 Aug 31, 25

Ephesians 4: Why Unity Matters

Ephesians 4 calls us to unity, humility, and using our God-given gifts for the church. Kevin Thompson & Jason Dixon join to unpack what it means to live worthy of the calling.

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You don’t have to lead alone. Thrive Leaders NorCal | April 30–May 1: Two days to grow in clarity, courage, and calling.

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Creators and Guests

Host

Dena Davidson

Dena Davidson loves Jesus. She has the best husband in the world. She’s mom to the cutest kids. She loves her big family more than anything. She has her dream job. She loves learning, reading, the British flag, philosophy, and running charades. She can’t multitask. Her favorite TV show is The West Wing. Her husband takes her on adventures. Officially, she is the Discipleship Director of Thrive College at Bayside Church. Unofficially, her office is a place of laughter, crying, and the peculiar mess of making disciples.

Guest

Jason Dixon

Jason Dixon serves as Chief of Staff for Bayside’s Blue Oaks and Adventure campuses. Born and raised in Georgia (don’t hold that against him), he spent most of his childhood on a ball field or basketball court. He chased a dream of playing professional baseball — and while reality eventually caught up with him, the journey led to something even better: meeting his incredible wife, Shaylen, at the University of Georgia. While at UGA, Jason served for six years in campus ministry with the Wesley Foundation, which shaped much of his heart for ministry and discipleship. After that, he spent 11.5 amazing years as a pastor at Southside Church in Peachtree City, Georgia — six of those as Lead Pastor — walking alongside people and helping build a church that loved those far from God. Jason and Shaylen have two awesome kids, Micah and Selah, and they’re loving this new adventure on the West Coast. When he’s not at church, you’ll probably find him on the golf course, skiing a mountain, enjoying the outdoors, or chasing down a really good cup of coffee.

Guest

Kevin Thompson

Kevin A. Thompson is a husband, father, and Married Life Pastor at Bayside Church in the Greater Sacramento Region. The author of multiple books, including, Friends, Partners & Lovers and Fearless Families. Kevin is passionate about seeing families thrive. Originally from Arkansas, Kevin has been a frequent guest on Focus on the Family, Family Life, and featured in the New York Times. He writes at kevinathompson.com and changetheodds.com. He and his wife, Jenny, along with their two children reside in Auburn, CA.