Jason Guinasso shares his journey of integrating faith and legal practice—reflecting on the challenges, sacrifices, and opportunities that come with living authentically as a Christian attorney. Drawing from his experience in firms of all sizes, he explores what it means to maintain a faithful presence in the legal profession, serve people in difficult circumstances, and make career decisions rooted in an identity in Christ. Jason also offers encouragement to law students and attorneys seeking to follow God's calling while navigating the pressures of the profession.

Cross & Gavel is a production of CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY. The episode was produced by Josh Deng, with music from Vexento.

Ronald J. Colombo, professor at Hofstra University's Maurice A. Deane School of Law, joins Cross & Gavel to explore the unexpected connection between contract law and petitionary prayer. Drawing from his scholarship in corporate law, religious freedom, and Christian thought, Colombo explains how prayer can be understood as a relationship with God that involves trust, perseverance, proper intention, and alignment with God's will. The conversation also examines how prayer shapes the person praying, why unanswered prayers may reflect God's providence rather than His absence, and how legal principles can offer a fresh framework for understanding Christ's promises about prayer.

Cross & Gavel is a production of CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY. The episode was produced by Josh Deng, with music from Vexento.

Heather Rice-Minus, CEO of Prison Fellowship, joins us to discuss the importance of second chances for people with criminal records. She shares how Second Chance Month is helping break down barriers to employment, housing, and successful reentry while bringing together churches, employers, and communities to recognize the power of redemption and restoration.

Cross & Gavel is a production of CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY. The episode was produced by Josh Deng, with music from Vexento.