Best Theology In The Raw Podcasts (2023)

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Theology in the Raw

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S2: BONUS Q & A: Divorce, church security, androgynous Adam, Revoice, and more 23:21

24m ago23:21

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0:00 Introduction 1:22 What was your perspective on the divorce conversation with Constantine? Did anything he said push you to re-evaluate your current stance? 8:28 With a non-violent stance (which I share), how do you see church security? To me, it seems to be suspicious of others and prioritizes the lives of believers. 14:41 Is it possible that …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1078: What Does It Mean to Be God's Image? Dr. Carmen Imes 53:12

2d ago53:12

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Dr. Carmen Imes earned her Ph.D. in Old Testament from Wheaton College and currently serves as an Associate Professor of Old Testament at Biola University. She's the author of two books: Bearing God's Name and Being God's Image--both published by IVP. Imes has appeared on more than 50 podcasts and radio shows and launched her own YouTube channel wh…

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The Naked Gospel

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Same-Sex Attraction, Celibacy, and Relationships: Art Pereira 1:31:21

2d ago1:31:21

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Relationships are always difficult. And when it comes to same-sex attraction or LGBTQ+ individuals, many of us take either an accepting or rejecting position. But we all, regardless or sexual orientation, struggle with loneliness. Art Pereira works for Revoice and is same-sex attracted. Art lives a life of celibacy, but he refuses to believe that a…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1077: The Early Church on Military Service and Killing: Dr. George Kalantzis 1:11:01

6d ago1:11:01

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George was born and raised by the shadow of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, and moved to the United States after highschool. He recieved his Ph.D. from Northwestern University and currently serves as a professor of Theology at Wheaton College. George is the author of several books and peer reviewed articles, including the book that forms the basis…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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281: Deconstructing All Alone 36:53

4h ago36:53

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If you challenge the status quo, you will find yourself alone. Alone at least until others are encouraged to come forward as well and voice their dissent, perhaps by your willingness to speak up. The ability to see that things could be different, better, can be a gift and a curse. I explore some ideas here, brainstorm style, of advice I would give …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1076: Building a Resiliant Life: Rebekah Lyons 1:10:47

9d ago1:10:47

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Rebekah Lyons is an author, speaker, mother of four, co-host of the Rythmns of Life podcast and co-founder of THINQ, both with her husband Gabe Lyons. Rebekah has written several books about mental health and the Christian faith that flow from her own raw journey. Her most recently book is Building a Resiliant Life: How Adversity Awakens Strengh, H…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1075: Engaging a Mysterious God through Dissident Prayer: Addison Bevere 1:05:55

13d ago1:05:55

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Addison Bevere is the COO of Messenger International, a ministry founded by John and Lisa Bevere in 1990 that exists to develop uncompromising followers of Christ who transform our world. Addison is also the author of the recently released Words with God: Trading Boring, Empty Prayer for Real Connection, which forms the basis for our discussion on …

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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280: Faith Deconstruction-Where Do I Start? 36:59

4h ago36:59

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Faith deconstruction has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. And, at times, one of the worst. Still, dark though the road sometimes be, on I trudge. If you are starting to ask questions, if you think that the life with Christ is supposed to be so much more than it has turned for you, this podcast may be for you.…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1074: How to Read (and Understand) the Book of Revelation: Dr. Michael J. Gorman 1:00:58

16d ago1:00:58

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Dr. Gorman has held the Raymond E. Brown Chair in Biblical Studies and Theology since 2012. He has taught at St. Mary’s since 1991, first in St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute and then, beginning in 1993, in both the Ecumenical Institute and the Seminary (School of Theology). He's a New Testament scholar who specializes in the theology and spiritualit…

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The Naked Gospel

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Non-Toxic Masculinity?! w/ Zachary Wagner 1:00:28

6d ago1:00:28

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Zachary Wagner recently wrote a book about non-toxic masculinity. He joins us for a very honest conversation about the damaged sexuality we see in the church and all around us as well as what a restored sexuality could really look like. Check out the Disruptor Initiative here! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/ Get a copy of Non-Toxic Masculinit…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1073: What Does the Bible Say about Divorce and Remarriage? Dr. Constantine Campbell 1:02:51

20d ago1:02:51

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Dr. Constantine Campbell is Professor and Associate Research Director at the Sydney College of Divinity, and previously served as Professor of New Testament studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Chicago and Moore Theological College in Sydney. His doctorate is in ancient Greek language and linguistics (Macquarie University, 2007). Dr. C…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1072: Dinosaurs, the Bible, and the Age of the Earth: Dr. Jordan Mallon 1:15:29

23d ago1:15:29

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Dr. Mallon is the head of Palaeobiology and Research Scientist at Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa, Canada. He specializes in dinosaur ecology and systematics. He recieved his Ph.D. from University of Calgary and was a post-doctoral fellow at the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa, Ontario. In this conversation, we talk about the history of res…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1071: Another Look at Christians and Marijuana 56:18

27d ago56:18

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Ryan is a Canadian Police Officer trained in advanced alcohol and drug impairment recognition which includes being a certified Drug Recognition Expert. He is passionate about following God and working about how to apply God's wisdom and rules for life to the poverty, addiction, and justice issues he encounters daily. Ryan believes that a person can…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2: BONUS Q & A: Pronoun Debate, Focus on the Family, Modesty Conversations, and More 29:57

28d ago29:57

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00:00 Introduction 1:31 Your thoughts on Rosaria Butterfield's recent post: https://www.reformation21.org/blog/why-i-no-longer-use-transgender-pronouns-and-why-you-shouldnt-either 16:35 Thoughts on Dr. James Dobson, and Focus on the Family? Specifically around LGBTQ issues or in general. 19:32 What was your biggest takeaway from your interview with…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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279: Victim or Victorious? 39:55

14d ago39:55

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We have all had bad experiences as children. Those incidents have, to some extent, influenced who we are today, at least in terms of our personality, our habits, our phobias, etc. At a human level, we are what we have experienced. We have become who we are due in part to our environment and the nature of our nurturing, or lack thereof. But what of …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1070: A Raw Conversation about Faith, Sexuality, and Kindness: Drew Harper 1:12:55

1M ago1:12:55

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Drew is the co-author (with his Dad, Brad) of the book Space at the Table: Conversations Between an Evangelical Theologian and His Gay Son. Drew has been on a wild journey--a journey far from other. Raised as an evangelical Christian, came out as gay around 13, left the faith at 17, lived in New York, Egypt, Los Angeles, and Portland for a number o…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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278: Matthew 24-My take 41:34

17d ago41:34

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Matthew chapter 24 is a controversial passage in a controversial book. How it has been understood over the years has affected the church and the world. This is my take, my attempt to debunk some of the myths about this chapter and how it has been understood over the years.By Michael Dean McLain

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1069: Do Evangelicals Know How to Engage Controversial Topics? Dr. Shaunti Feldhahn 1:05:46

1M ago1:05:46

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Shaunti received her graduate degree from Harvard University and was an analyst on Wall Street before unexpectedly becoming a social researcher, best-selling author and popular speaker. Today, she applies her analytical skills to investigating eye-opening, life-changing truths about relationships, both at home and in the workplace. Shaunti has writ…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1068: Black Dignity vs. Antiracism: Dr. Vincent Lloyd 56:11

1M ago56:11

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Dr. Vincent Lloyd is Associate Professor of Theology and Religious Studies and the Director for the Center for Political Theology at Villanova University. Dr. Lloyd has a B.A. from Princeton University and an M.A. and Ph.D. from UC Berkley. He’s the author of many scholarly books including Black Natural Law (Oxford University Press, 2016), Religion…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1067: Teaching the Bible to Millions of People through the Bible Recap: Tara-Leigh Cobble 44:16

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Tara-Leigh is a speaker, writer, and podcaster, whose “Bible Recap” podcast is one the most downloaded Christian podcasts in the world. Tara-Leigh is passionate about studying, teaching, and helping others understand the Bible, especially how to reveal God’s character to us. She is also passionate about the land of Israel and leads bi-annual trips …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1066: From Complementarian to Egalitarian: A Conversation about Women in Leadership with Dr. Nijay Gupta 1:22:40

1M ago1:22:40

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Dr. Gupta teaches New Testament courses at Northern and works closely with the Master of Arts in New Testament and the Doctor in Ministry in New Testament Context cohorts. Dr. Gupta has been teaching for more than a decade, is the author of the recent important study, Paul and the Language of Faith and the forthcoming Tell Her Story, which addresse…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1065: A Raw Conversation about Modesty and Purity Culture: Sheila Gregoire and Rebecca Lindenbach 1:21:41

2M ago1:21:41

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Sheila Wray Gregoire is the founder of Bare Marriage (baremarriage.com) and the author/co-author of several books, including the great breaking The Great Sex Rescue, which she co-authored with her daughter, Rebecca Lindenbach, my other guest. Rebecca also works for Bare Marriage and is the co-host of the bare marriage podcast. Rebecca and Sheila ar…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1064: A Raw Conversation with Chris and Preston Sprinkle 1:01:49

2M ago1:01:49

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Chris is the VP of Operations for The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender and the COO of Theology in the Raw. She's also the mother of our four kids and my wonderful wife. Chris and I talk about the joyful challenges of parenting and ministry, and we also debrief about our recent Exiles in Babylon conference. If you've enjoyed this content, please…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1063: LIVE from Exiles in Babylon: A Conversation with Patrick Miller 42:44

2M ago42:44

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This is a live TITR podcast that Patrick and I recorded at this year's "Exiles in Babylon" conference. Patrick Miller is a pastor at The Crossing Church in Columbia, MO. He's also the co-host of the Truth over Tribe podcast and the co-author (with Keith Simon) of the book Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb: Not the Donkey or the Elep…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2: Third Bonus Q&A for Patreon 21:46

2M ago21:46

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If you've enjoyed this content, please subscribe to my channel! Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw 00:00 Introduction 3:00 What areas do you think Christian thinkers need to put more attention in the next five years? What would you like to see books and dissertations written on? 14:00 If God chose …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1062: A Raw Conversation about Sex and Theology with Josh Ryan Butler, Dr. Sandy Richter, and Brenna Blain 1:40:59

2M ago1:40:59

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Today's episode is a very raw conversation about Sex and Theology with Josh Ryan Butler, Dr. Sandy Richter, and Brenna Blain. Josh Ryan Butler is pastor of Redemption Tempe in Arizona, the author of Beautiful Union (and a few other books). Dr. Sandy Richter is currently the The Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont college and the …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1061: A Christian Response to Asylum Seekers: Munatsi Manyande 1:02:43

2M ago1:02:43

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Munatsi is the Executive Director for the Dash Network--a Christian organiziation that exists to glorify God by providing care to one of the most vulnerable populations in our community; people seeking asylum. In this fascinating and informative convesation, Munatsi helps us understand the great needs that exist in caring for Asylum seekers, as the…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1060: Artemis, Ephesus, and the Background to 1 Timothy 2: Dr. Sandra Glahn 1:12:34

2M ago1:12:34

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Dr. Glahn is a professor of Media Arts and Worship at Dallas Theological Seminary and holds a Th.M. from DTS and a Ph.D. from University of Texas at Dallas. She's the author of many books, both fiction and non, including the forthcomiong book Nobody's Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament (IVP, Fall 2023), which forms …

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1059: Finding Intimacy and Community As a Celibate Gay Christian: Art Pereira 56:09

2M ago56:09

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Art is the Director of Community Care for Revoice--an organization whose mission is to support and encourage gay, lesbian, bisexual, and other same-sex attracted Christians—as well as those who love them—so that all in the Church might be empowered to live in gospel unity while observing the historic Christian doctrine of marriage and sexuality. Ar…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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277: A Merciful Lack of Vision 37:52

2M ago37:52

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In this episode, I meander my way to, I think, a pretty good place, namely, the attractiveness of the package, influences, to some extent, how it is received. The Evangelical package that the gospel is placed in, has completely compromised the message of the Gospel of Jesus, in my opinion.By Michael Dean McLain

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Beyond The Block

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Piece of God [Matt. 11-12; Luke 11] 34:34

2M ago34:34

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Loving enemies, dialogue of this week's texts with quakerism, and moreBy Brother Jones and Brother Knox

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1058: A Complimentarian Interpretaiton of 1 Tim 2:8-15: Dr. Bill Mounce 1:20:22

3M ago1:20:22

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Bill is the founder and President of BiblicalTraining.org, serves on the Committee for Bible Translation (which is responsible for the NIV translation of the Bible), and has written the best-selling biblical Greek textbook, Basics of Biblical Greek, and many other Greek resources. He was the New Testament chair for the English Standard Version, and…

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Her Theology

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Sin of Omission 42:32

2M ago42:32

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We give a lot of attention, rightly so, to the sins we have committed both intentionally and unintentionally. But do you ever give thought to the sin of omission, the sin committed purely by NOT taking action? Not sure what we are talking about? Think about the moments where you have ignored the call to do good work, God's work. James 4:17 reads, I…

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The Naked Gospel

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Spiritual Formation and Sexuality: Sathiya Sam 1:21:00

2M ago1:21:00

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Many of us believe in Jesus and still feel stuck, even trapped. So, why aren't we experiencing the good news that Jesus said He came to give? Where is redemption and salvation in the areas we struggle the most? Sathiya Sam joins to discuss all these questions and more! Support this show for $5 and join the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenme…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1057: God's Multiethnic Temple: Dr. Joel Muddamalle 52:20

3M ago52:20

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Joel and I discuss the topic of his Ph.D. dissertation, which examines the multiethnic nature of "household" imagery, especially Ephesians 2:19-22. We look at the Genesis 10-11 and Deuteronomy 32 background to this passage, along with how Acts 2 relates to Babel. We then talk about contemporary challenges to continuing building God's multiethnic te…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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276: Good Theology In Broken Religion 37:23

2M ago37:23

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Yes, another institutional church critique podcast. And as long as people are oppressed by it, I will continue to podcast about it. Religion tends to take what we need every minute of every day, and package it for once a week consumption. Christ, and the many metaphors used for him and his way of life, show that he was meant to be the foundation of…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1056: UFO's, Aliens, and Paranormal Experiences: Dr. Matthew Halsted 1:15:11

3M ago1:15:11

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Matthew Halsted (PhD, London School of Theology) teaches at Eternity Bible College. He is the author of Paul and the Meaning of Scripture (Pickwick) and The End of the World as You Know It (Lexham Press, forthcoming). In this paranormal podcast conversation, Matt and I talk about all the juicy stuff listed in the title. We begin with Matt's own par…

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Beyond The Block

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[Matt 9-10; Mark 5; Luke 9] 56:23

3M ago56:23

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Several stories covered in these four chapters of healings and other of Jesus' engagement with different kinds of people.By Brother Jones and Brother Knox

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1055: Celebrating Our Creaturly Limitations: Dr. Kelly Kapic 1:02:53

3M ago1:02:53

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Kelly M. Kapic (PhD, King's College, University of London) is a professor of theological studies at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, where he has taught for twenty years. He is an award-winning author or editor of more than fifteen books, including You’re Only Human and Embodied Hope, which each won a Christianity Today Book Award. Ka…

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The Naked Gospel

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Lust and Lent: Rediscovering Intimacy 35:31

2M ago35:31

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What do we do when we continue fail over and over again? What do we do when our desires don't line up with the truth we know? What is the place of desires in the Christian life? And how do we recapture the intimacy that we no longer feel? Lent is an ancient practice that has been shaping Christians lives for nearly two thousand years. But what is L…

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Beyond The Block

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Jesus the Healer [Matt 8; Mark 2-4; Luke 7] 1:08:18

3M ago1:08:18

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most of the stories this week revolve around the physical and healing capabilities of Jesus and we talk about the world around those healings this week.By Brother Jones and Brother Knox

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1054: The Asbury Revival: A View from the Inside with Elijah Drake 58:53

3M ago58:53

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Elijah Drake is a third year student at Asbury Theological Seminary and has been part of the Asbury revival from day one. He's prayed over many people, been prayed over by others, experienced repentance and reconciliation, and has witnessed the overwhelming presence of God at Asbury. But the revival hasn't been without its challenges. As a celibate…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1053: Is Christian Journalism Exposing Scandals or Becoming Failure Porn? Patrick Miller 1:22:24

3M ago1:22:24

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In this episode, Patrick and I discuss the question in the title. Reporting on scandals and abuse and the misuse of power is absolutely necessary. Sin needs to be exposed. Corrupt leaders need to be taken down. But is there a way of reporting on these issues that could produce unforeseen and unintentional damage for the church? Should we feed an au…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2: Second Bonus Q & A of 2023 20:15

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Welcome to a sneak peek of the first Bonus Q&A episode, part of the Theology in the Raw premium subscription. Join now here: http://patreon.com/theologyintheraw 00:00 Introduction 1:20 Jackie Hill recently denounced the Enneagram as demonic in origin. Why do you think the broader Christian community has so casually embraced the Enneagram? 12:49 Wha…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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275: Thoughts On Asbury 37:24

3M ago37:24

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Asbury, Kentucky, has experience a phenomenon few get to witness: a bona fide revival. What is a revival, exactly, and what, if anything, will come of this one?By Michael Dean McLain

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Beyond The Block

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Sermon Continued [Matthew 6-7] 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

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continuing a talk on the Sermon on the Mount and making roomBy Brother Jones and Brother Knox

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1052: Christianity, Climate Change, and Environmental Care: Dr. Ben Lowe 1:01:06

3M ago1:01:06

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Ben and I talk about a Christian theology of Creation Care, the nature of the new creation, how to interpret 2 Pet 3, where it seems like God is going to destroy the earth. We then spend the bulk of our time looking at various environmental issues related to climate change, biodiversity, sustainable living, and how Christians can live reasonable an…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1051: Salvation by Allegiacne Alone: Dr. Matthew Bates 1:02:33

3M ago1:02:33

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Matthew W. Bates (Ph.D., University of Notre Dame) argues that the Greek word pistis often translated as “faith” is better understood as “allegiance.” Therefore, we are justified by allegiance to Christ alone, not simply by an intellectual assent to the facts about Jesus. This, of course, raises deep theological questions about the role of human ac…

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DRIVING THEOLOGY

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274: The Dreams Of Children 40:36

3M ago40:36

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Do you remember your dreams, the big things you wanted to do, the heights you wanted to achieve, when you were a child? Actually, I don't. I'm not sure about everyone else, but I have a hard time remembering any big dreams before I was a high schooler. Not sure why...But, when we encounter the big dreams that kids have, how should we, as adults, re…

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Theology in the Raw

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S2 Ep1050: German Christian Nationalism and the American Church: Dr. Ryan Tafilowski 1:04:25

3M ago1:04:25

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Dr. Ryan Tafilowski is an expert in the rise of the Nazi party in Germany 100 years ago and the German church’s response to the movement. It’s here where the concept of Christian nationalism became a divisive issue in the church. Ryan and I talk about the similarities and dissimilarities between German Christian Nationalism and modern American Chri…

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