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National Geographic photographer and conservationist Jaime Rojo has spent decades capturing the beauty and fragility of the monarch butterfly. Their epic migration is one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles, but their survival is under threat. In this episode, Jaime shares how his passion for photography and conservation led him to document the monarchs’ journey. He and host Brian Lowery discuss the deeper story behind his award-winning images, one about resilience, connection, and the urgent need to protect our natural world. See Jaime's story on the monarch butterflies at his website: rojovisuals.com , and follow Brian Lowery at knowwhatyousee.com .…

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Voxology (Formerly the Vox Podcast with Mike Erre) is a collection of voices that question and discuss our culture's most relevant topics in relation to Christ and Christianity. We talk LGBTQ, American and church politics, Christian culture's catastrophic marginalization of the very people Jesus implores us to love and so much more. If you have serious questions about the church’s representation of Jesus, what he has done and the beauty of his work on earth today, join hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford and their guests to talk things out and find your way back to the true mission of Jesus.

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496 - Social Justice as a Core Aspect of the Gospel 1:01:09

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Social Justice as a Core Aspect of the Gospel . In this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage in a thought-provoking discussion about a new book on the concept of empathy, particularly in the context of the church and its role in social justice. They confront the idea of empathy as a sin, explore the church's responsibility in addressing justice issues, and emphasize the importance of community and discernment in navigating these complex topics. The conversation also delves into the early church's practices regarding social justice and the significance of communion as a reflection of social dynamics within the church. Further, Mike and Tim the significance of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing the importance of community and unity within the church. They explore the implications of social justice as a core aspect of the gospel, highlighting how divisions within the church can lead to judgment. The discussion transitions into the concept of shalom, emphasizing that true peace involves restoration and active engagement in addressing societal disparities. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the need for transformation in understanding and practicing these principles. 00:00 - Confronting the Sin of Empathy 03:00 - The Role of the Church in Justice 05:48 - Isolation vs. Transformation in the Church 09:05 - The Importance of Community and Discernment 11:58 - Social Justice in the Early Church 1 5:07 - Understanding Communion and Social Dynamics 32:59 - Examining the Lord's Supper 41:00 - Social Justice and the Gospel 52:09 - Understanding Shalom and Transformation As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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495 - Justice is the Restoration of Shalom 1:11:42

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Justice is the Restoration of Shalom . Today, Mike and Tim discuss various themes surrounding community, hope, and the church's role in addressing cultural challenges. They emphasize the importance of healing from church hurt, the need for validation in times of crisis, and the significance of engaging with culture through a holistic understanding of salvation and justice. The conversation highlights the necessity of being an active presence in the community and the ongoing journey of faith amidst uncertainty. Further, Mike and Tim discuss the significance of the book of Ephesians in understanding salvation, the role of the church, and the concept of unity among diverse communities. They explore Paul's perspective on powers and authorities, emphasizing the cosmic and covenantal dimensions of salvation. The discussion highlights the importance of grace, the restoration of shalom, and the church's role as a monument to the powers, ultimately encouraging a posture of humility and community rather than superiority. 00:00 - Welcome and Announcements 03:04 - Community and Healing from Church Hurt 05:55 - Navigating Cultural Challenges and Personal Hope 12:01 - The Role of Community in Times of Crisis 18:02 - Engaging with Culture and Holistic Salvation 30:11 - Justice, Righteousness, and the Church's Role 34:31 - The Role of Ephesians in Understanding Salvation 39:05 - Paul's Perspective on Powers and Authorities 47:11 - The Cosmic and Covenant Perspectives of Salvation 55:58 - Unity and the New Humanity in Christ 01:08:58 - Encouragement and the True Intent of the Gospel As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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494 - The Repairing of Shalom 1:12:59

20 dni temu1:12:59

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The Repairing of Shalom . Today, hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford reflect on the intersection of faith and culture, particularly in relation to government actions that affect Christianity. The conversation shifts to the role of missions and evangelism, questioning traditional motivations and methods. Finally, they explore the concepts of sin and salvation, emphasizing the importance of community in embodying faith and justice. To go deeper, Mike and Tim discuss the profound implications of the New Testament teachings on the communal aspects of sin and salvation, emphasizing the role of the Spirit in new creation. They explore how Jesus redefined community through his teachings and actions, highlighting the importance of justice and unity within the body of Christ. The conversation culminates in a reflection on the true nature of the gospel and its implications for missions work, advocating for a community-oriented approach to faith. Also: Announcement !! This summer we will be having another non-conference (nonference) aimed at individuals who have experienced religious trauma, are displaced from the church or are looking to rebuild. Email us at hello at voxpodcast.com to let us know if you're interested in attending. Another Announcement ! Mike will be leading a Zoom class in March for vocational inistry folks called Pastoring as Resistance . As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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493 - A Communal Salvation 1:07:26

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A Communal Salvation . It's a live episode with listeners joining in! In this episode, Mike and Tim (along with Voxology listeners!) explore the themes of mercy, empathy, and the church's role in addressing social issues such as immigration and justice. They discuss the dichotomy within Christianity regarding compassion and the political ideologies that influence church teachings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, the corporate nature of sin and salvation, and the church's responsibility to welcome the marginalized and uphold justice. Further, Mike and Tim explore the themes of corporate sin and salvation, the role of community in redemption, and the importance of justice and righteousness in community life. They discuss how the church operates as a microcosm of society, emphasizing the communal aspect of missions and the need for the church to embody shalom. The conversation also delves into the understanding of sin in relation to the law and the significance of mutuality in community relationships. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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492 - The Road More Traveled 1:12:16

5 weeks temu1:12:16

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The Road More Traveled . In this episode of the Voxology podcast, hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford discuss the intersection of faith and politics in light of the recent Presidential turnover. The conversation hangs a moment on the sermon and then backlash given by Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde. Was it fair? How did what she said compare to the other "Christian" speakers during the inauguration? Further, they explore the emotional responses to political events, the dangers of political idolatry, and the role of the church in advocating for mercy and justice. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining a nonviolent posture in the face of political turmoil and the challenge of navigating cultural transformation without compromising spiritual integrity. Mike and Tim discuss the role of the Bible in promoting human flourishing, the limitations of political processes in changing hearts, and the church's mission to be a community of justice and love. They explore the concept of faithful presence versus political transformation, emphasizing that the church should embody the values it wishes to see in the world. Lastly, they highlight the importance of being a community that invites and serves, rather than one that seeks to impose change through political means. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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491 - Joyful Non-Compliance 1:05:03

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Joyful Non-Compliance . In this episode of the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim discuss the significance of synagogue life during the Jewish exile and how it shaped the identity of the Jewish people. They explore the relationship between Jesus and the Herod family, particularly focusing on Herod the Great's dual legacy as a builder and a tyrant. The conversation delves into the prophetic background surrounding Jesus' birth, the political climate of Judea, and how these elements influenced Jesus' teachings and parables. The episode concludes with reflections on the implications of these historical contexts for understanding Jesus' message. What was the complex dynamics of power during the time of Jesus, particularly the Herodian dynasty and its rulers, including Archelaus, Antipas, and Philip? How did Jesus interact with these figures and how were his teachings a form of subversion against the oppressive systems of power? What is D Willy's concept of 'joyful non-compliance' as a response to authority? How does it contrast with 'fearful compliance' that is prevalent in contemporary society? Ultimately, today's episode calls for a deeper understanding of the Kingdom of God and the active role believers can take in promoting its values in a world often dominated by greed and power struggles. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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490 - We Are Caesar 1:10:32

7 weeks temu1:10:32

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We Are Caesar . In this episode, Mike and Tim discuss various pressing issues, including the impact of severe weather events like snow in Nashville and wildfires in California. They delve into the role of prayer in the face of disaster, emphasizing the importance of action alongside prayer. The discussion transitions into the concept of exile and how it shapes political identity and the church's role in society. They explore the relationship between the supernatural and natural realms, highlighting the need for community involvement and connection during crises. Further, Mike and Tim explore the implications of the Kingdom of God on social justice, the role of the church in society, and the significance of baptism as a subversive act. They discuss how Christians should engage with culture and politics, emphasizing that the church's primary witness is through its community rather than through political power. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating political authority in a liberal democracy and the importance of being a countercultural community that embodies the values of the Kingdom of God. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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489 - Navigating Exile: A New Political Identity 1:03:51

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Navigating Exile: A New Political Identity. This episode, Mike and Tim explore the themes of exile, political identity, and the role of the church in navigating contemporary politics. They discuss the importance of reconfiguring political allegiance away from partisan identities towards a community of believers, emphasizing the need for a hopeful perspective that transcends national boundaries. The conversation also addresses the complexities of engaging with government while maintaining a posture of critique and submission, ultimately advocating for a faith that is not tied to political ideologies. Further, they explore the complexities of living as Christians in a world dominated by empires and political systems. They discuss the tension between comfort and discernment, the significance of Paul's messages in the context of the early church, and the importance of contextualization in sharing the gospel. The conversation delves into the duality of submission and subversion, emphasizing that Christians are called to engage with their culture while maintaining their allegiance to Christ. They highlight the need for discernment in navigating political landscapes and the evolving practices of the church in response to changing societal dynamics. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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488 - Good Trouble 1:04:31

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Good Trouble. In this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike and Tim reflect on their holiday experiences, discussing family challenges and the nature of Christmas. They transition into a deeper conversation about the concept of exile, exploring its implications for political identity and the church's role in society. They highlight Israel's historical context as a holy nation and the church's current identity as exiles in a foreign land, emphasizing the importance of living out their faith in a way that seeks the good of the community while maintaining their distinctiveness. Further, Mike and Tim explore the themes of living as exiles in a contemporary context, emphasizing the importance of doing good, maintaining a distinct identity, and navigating the complexities of power structures within the church. They discuss the political identity of the church, the significance of suffering for doing good, and the life cycle of churches from radical beginnings to bureaucratic institutions. The dialogue culminates in a reflection on the tension of faith, balancing submission to authority while also subverting unjust systems. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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487 - Preparing the Way 1:02:00

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Preparing the Way . Today, the VOXOLOGY team explores the themes of family traditions during Christmas, the concept of exile in relation to Israel's political identity, and the unique practices of kingship, militarism, and economics in ancient Israel. Mike and Tim reflect on their personal experiences while drawing parallels to biblical teachings and the implications for modern society, while also exploring the themes of economic injustice, the active nature of faith, the challenges of navigating modern systems, and the concept of political idolatry within the church. They discuss how ancient Israel's social structures and God's expectations for His people can inform contemporary Christian practices, emphasizing the need for discernment and active engagement in community and economic issues. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ⁠ ETSY ⁠ Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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486 - A Kingdom of Exiles 1:18:37

11 weeks temu1:18:37

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A Kingdom of Exiles . WARNING: This episode talks about sexual abuse, racial discrimination and other topics that may be triggering for some folks. While Mid and Tim try to be sensitive they are reacting in real time to these topics and questions. Please listen with caution. Today Mike Erre and Timothy Stafford explore community feedback and the definitions of harm and hospitality within societal contexts. They delve into the racial dynamics present in church experiences, emphasizing the importance of true hospitality that creates safe environments for the vulnerable. The conversation highlights the need for inclusivity, the significance of listening to diverse experiences, and the necessity of addressing real issues without the 'fluff' that often clouds discussions. Further, Mike and Tim discuss the importance of ethnic reconciliation within the church, emphasizing that it is central to Paul's vision. They explore the church's role as a social justice entity, the complexities of navigating feelings of exile and belonging, and the critiques surrounding deconstruction in the context of church integrity. The dialogue highlights the need for fresh conversations about these issues, advocating for a church that reflects diversity and unity in Christ. Then, they explore the concept of the Kingdom of God as a political entity, contrasting it with worldly kingdoms. They discuss the nature of Jesus' kingdom, emphasizing its unique power dynamics and the distinction between power over and power under. The conversation delves into the implications of political idolatry, the challenges of labeling nations as Christian, and the role of government versus the Kingdom of God. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of discernment in navigating these complex issues. 00:00 - 01:48 - The Passage of Time and Its Perception 07:50 - Defining Harm and Hospitality in Society 13:05 - The Burden of Proof and True Hospitality 19:05 - The Importance of Listening and Learning 28:00 - Ethnic Reconciliation in the Church 34:40 - Navigating Exile and Belonging 43:00 - Critiques of Deconstruction and Church Integrity 52:00 - The Kingdom of God as a Political Entity 57:11 - The Distinction of Power: Over vs. Under 01:07:00 - The Role of Government vs. the Kingdom of God As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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485 - Exiles on Main Street 1:13:26

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Exiles on Main Street . Today Mike and Tim explore themes of exile and displacement within the context of faith and community. They discuss the implications of the kingdom of God, the challenges of political idolatry in church leadership, and the nature of God's kingship. The conversation delves into the historical role of Israel and the transition to the church, emphasizing the ongoing choice between life and death in the spiritual journey. What are the implications of the kingdom of God as a political and social order that transcends partisan politics? What is the law of love, the geopolitical reality of Jesus' message, and the importance of understanding the Old Testament as a historical lineage with significant implications for contemporary life? Together, Mike and Tim emphasize the public nature of the kingdom, the now and not yet aspect of its realization, and the need for repentance and discernment in the face of political idolatry. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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484 - Are There Limits to Hospitality? w/ Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:07:56

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Are There Limits to Hospitality? Today, Mike and Tim are joined by the one and only Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss whether or not there are limits to biblical hospitality. Together, they explore how hospitality is rooted in God's character and how it should manifest in church communities. The discussion also delves into the political dynamics affecting church communities, the limits of hospitality, and the challenges of navigating political idolatry and competing claims of harm within the church. What are the complexities of community engagement, political activism, and the challenges faced by faith communities in a divided society? What is the importance of identity, belonging, and the role of pastors in navigating cultural tensions? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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483 - Signs of a Healthy Church? 58:27

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Signs of a Healthy Church? Today on the Voxology podcast, Mike and Tim reflect on Thanksgiving and delve into the complexities of choosing a church. They discuss the importance of community, the role of disagreement, and the need for authenticity in worship. The conversation highlights the significance of power dynamics in church leadership and contrasts the liturgy of politics with the liturgy of the Lord's Supper. Ultimately, they emphasize the value of building a new humanity within faith communities, where hospitality and mutuality thrive despite differences. Mike and Tim discuss the importance of fostering unity in diversity within church communities and explore practices that promote communion and community, the value of embracing disagreement, and the necessity of repairing relationships. The dialogue emphasizes active participation in church life, the distinction between co-learning and authoritarian leadership, and the power of weakness in faith. They also reflect on the significance of the crucifixion as an act of enthronement and the importance of relational dynamics over doctrinal statements. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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482 - Guerrilla Radio 1:13:36

15 weeks temu1:13:36

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Guerrilla Radio . Today, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage in a candid conversation about the complexities of navigating political conversations within the church. They reflect on the challenges of finding community in a politically charged environment and discuss the role of politics in church dynamics, emphasizing the importance of grace and understanding in these discussions. The episode concludes with insights on how to approach church leadership and community in light of political differences. What is the nature of the Kingdom of God? How can we emphasize its nonviolent principles and the rejection of political power? What are the dynamics of power within the church, the dangers of partisanship, and the importance of separating the person from their political views? How can we focus on what we stand for rather than what they oppose, while advocating for a posture of love and commitment to flourishing? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Sermon on the Mount 21:10

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Clipped from the end of episode 481, here is Mike reading the Sermon on the Mount in its entirety from The Message. May the Lord bless you and keep you; may the Lord make his face shine upon you, and be gracious unto you; may the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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481 - When We Want a King 1:14:32

16 weeks temu1:14:32

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When We Want a King . Today, Mike and Tim discuss the recent political landscape following the election, emphasizing the importance of understanding differing perspectives and the role of the church in navigating these turbulent times. They explore themes of political idolatry, the complexities of emotions surrounding the election results, and the intersection of faith and politics, particularly in relation to masculinity and the church's response to political leaders. The conversation highlights the need for empathy, understanding, and a commitment to the teachings of Jesus amidst a divided political climate. Further, Mike and Tim explore the themes of political power, idolatry, and the role of the church in society, the historical context of kingship in Israel as a form of judgment, the dangers of placing hope in political leaders, and the importance of a faithful church that operates without the levers of power. There is a need for grieving in times of political turmoil and the subtlety of God's movement in the world. We conclude with a reading of the Sermon on the Mount as a guide for living out a Christian life in a politically charged environment. 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Hot Takes 54:45 - The Sermon on the Mount As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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480 - Electioneering, 2024 - w/ Pastor Suzie P. Lind 56:17

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Electioneering, 2024! Today, as we record, it s Halloweeeeeeen! We're joined by wonderful friend of the pod, Pastor Suzie P. Lind! This releases the day before the contentious 2024 election. To start, we discuss traditions, how Tim's house was visited by The Great Pumpkin. Then we delve into the political landscape, particularly the dynamics of gender roles and the influence of rhetoric on youth. The discussion highlights the intersection of faith and politics, exploring how cultural narratives shape perceptions of masculinity and empowerment and how said masculinity is used and targeted towards women. Further, we explore the complex relationship between the white evangelical church, politics, and societal dynamics and the historical context of the church's interaction with political power, the implications of fatherhood and gender roles, and the importance of maintaining hope and participation in a world filled with challenges.We emphasize the indestructible nature of the Church and the need for Christians to navigate political tensions while remaining true to their faith and values. 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Halloweeeeeen 09:00 - Christian Politiking As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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479 - The Momentum of Sin, LIVE-ish (To Be Human 26) 1:07:07

18 weeks temu1:07:07

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The Momentum of Sin . Today is a special one. We recorded live with those who partner with us via Patreon and Tithely. About 40 folks hung out in the chat room while we recorded and asked questions, made comments, told jokes... it was awesome! We explored various themes including community engagement, political rhetoric, and biblical narratives, particularly focusing on the story of Cain and Abel. Mike and Tim discuss the implications of political choices, the importance of love over fear, and the cultural significance of the lineage of Cain as presented in Genesis. Further, Mike and Tim explore the themes of sin, humanity, and the biblical narratives surrounding Cain, Abel, and Seth, the implications of these stories on contemporary society, the nature of salvation, and the importance of understanding biblical archetypes. This was fun. We'll be doing it again! 00:00 - Intro 04:45 - Political Season 13:00 - Genesis As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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478 - Falling Short of God's Glory (To be Human 25) 1:02:21

19 weeks temu1:02:21

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Falling Short of God's Glory . Today, Mike and Tim explore various themes including the announcement of Stafford's new music project Barewolf, the intersection of political duty and faith, the concept of empire versus the kingdom of God, and a deep dive into the nature of sin as presented in Genesis. How is sin external and can convert individuals? How does that relate to the importance of imaging God, and the implications of worship and idolatry in daily life? The conversation emphasizes the need for discernment and the active participation in living out one's faith in a complex world. What is the the multifaceted nature of sin? What is its communal implications, and the importance of language in shaping identity? Sin is not just an individual act but a communal issue that affects relationships and society. They wrap up with a talk about the role of worship, justice, and discipleship in the Christian faith, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of these concepts beyond superficial practices. 00:00 - Barewolf 04:00 - Live Podcast Announcement! Patreon and Tithly givers can join and ask questions! 05:15 - Empire and Politics 10:45 - Sin Listen to Barewolf here: Spotify Apple As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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477 - The Mark of Cain (To Be Human 24) 1:04:00

20 weeks temu1:04:00

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The Mark of Cain (To Be Human 24) . In this episode, Mike and Tim explore the themes of Genesis, particularly focusing on the story of Cain and Abel. They discuss the significance of offerings, the evolution of Eve's character, and the implications of sin as it relates to human nature. The conversation delves into the theological interpretations of these narratives, emphasizing God's pursuit of humanity and the choices individuals face between good and evil. Further, Tim and Mike explore the themes of fear, political tensions, and the enduring relevance of biblical stories. Implications of violence! Responsibility! The connection between humanity and creation! All this culminates in a reflection on the difference between conviction and accusation, highlighting the importance of recognizing God's voice amidst the noise of fear and judgment. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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476 - The New Normal: Part Three (To Be Human 23) 1:04:18

21 weeks temu1:04:18

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The New Normal: Part Three (To Be Human 23). In this conversation, Mike and Tim explore themes of masculinity, faith, and cultural identity, particularly in relation to Gen Z. They discuss the role of the church in shaping modern masculinity, personal stories of faith and identity, and the implications of the Genesis narrative on human relationships and societal structures. The conversation emphasizes the importance of lament in faith, the need for empowerment of women, and the challenges of navigating cultural expectations around gender. 00:00 - Intro 02:30 - Mike's vile email attacks because of the Matt Walsh debacle 20:20 - Genesis As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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475 - The New Normal: Part Deux (To Be Human 22) 1:03:36

22 weeks temu1:03:36

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The New Normal: Part Deux. Today, Mike and Tim swim through quite a bit. How did Mike end up on Matt Walsh's radar? How is the Sermon on the Mount disputable or controversial?? What is up with masculinity these days? Then, an attendee from one of the 'Nonferences' asks a question about why Mike stays in vocational ministry. From there, it's on to finish curses and human agency. How does desire translate? What about rule? Where else do those words come up and what do they mean? Does God intentionally frustrate us?!?!?! So much... 00:00 - Intro 05:45 - Mike's Sermon on the Mount Controversy 17:45 - 'Why Keep Pastoring?' Email 34:00 - Genesis As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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474 - The New Normal: Part One (To Be Human 21) 1:04:29

23 weeks temu1:04:29

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The New Normal: Part One (To Be Human 21) . In this conversation, Mike and Tim explore the themes of fear, anxiety, and the role of the church in addressing these issues within society. They discuss a blue-collar perspective on faith, the impact of societal fear on Christian communities, and the need to rethink hierarchies in Christianity. The conversation also delves into the emotional toll of labor and the implications of gender dynamics in the context of the fall. Curses! What do they meeeeeean? 00:00 - Intro 04:45 - Do Not Be Afraid 12:30 - Email on Blue Collar, Calling and Vocation 38:00 - The Curse As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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473 - Politics & Potlucks: The Church’s Place in American Culture 1:06:12

24 weeks temu1:06:12

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Politics & Potlucks: The Church’s Place in American Culture . Today, Mike and Tim explore a range of topics from Halloween traditions to the complexities of political theology within the Christian faith. They discuss the cultural implications of figures like Taylor Swift, the significance of community engagement, and the importance of loving one's enemies in a politically charged environment. The conversation delves into the nature of power dynamics, the role of the church in political discourse, and the need for a deeper understanding of Christian identity in relation to societal issues. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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472 - To Be Human - Part Twenty: Snakebitten 1:00:40

25 weeks temu1:00:40

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To Be Human - Part Twenty: Snakebitten . Today, we explore the origin story of the powers in Genesis, focusing on the serpent and the choice between following Yahweh's wisdom or defining good and evil for oneself. We look at the story of Cain and Abel as an example of the ongoing conflict between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. Further, we look at the theme of the serpent and its influence throughout biblical narratives. It begins with the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis, where sin enters the world through the serpent's temptation. This theme continues in Genesis 6 with the Nephilim, who are the offspring of the sons of God and the daughters of humans. The conversation then highlights how this pattern of succumbing to the serpent's temptation repeats throughout biblical history, with figures like Cain, Solomon, and even David. However, Jesus breaks this pattern by resisting the serpent's temptation in the wilderness. Spiritual warfare! The importance of resisting social behaviors that dehumanize and divide! The need to redefine our roles and resist in a way that promotes human flourishing and breaks destructive cycles! First, we spend time lamenting and discussing the recent school shooting in Atlanta and our frustration with the lack of action on gun violence. We question the Christian position on guns and lament the normalization of school shootings. 00:00 - Intro 02:20 - Discussion on the School Shooting in Atlanta 13:30 - Genesis As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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471 - To Be Human - Part Nineteen: Union of the Snake 1:20:29

26 weeks temu1:20:29

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To Be Human - Part Nineteen: Union of the Snake . Well, here we go. Today, the identity of the serpent in the Garden of Eden is examined, suggesting that it may represent a spiritual being rather than a literal snake (whaaaaaaat?). Mike and Tim discuss the concept of enmity between the serpent and the woman's seed and explore the idea of seed as both physical descendants and those who image God. We also discuss the conflict between different offspring throughout the book of Genesis, highlighting the war between the seed of the serpent and the seed of God . What is the significance of Jesus as the ultimate he who images God and resists the serpent's temptations? The conversation ends with a discussion on the role of Adam and Eve as archetypes and representative humans. But first, we wrestle with a really sincere email about mental health and the shame that can be associated with medication. The emailer is struggling with depression and anger and wonders if relying on medication is a lack of faith. We discuss the importance of seeking help for mental health issues and emphasize that there is nothing wrong with using medication or therapy. We also address the stigma surrounding mental health in Christian communities and encourage the listener to continue fighting for their well-being. Further, the conversation explores the concept of parenting and the fear and pressure that comes with it as well as the harmful effects of control and the importance of autonomy in parenting. The conversation also delves into the societal expectations and shame associated with parenting, as well as the need for self-care and mental health support for parents. TIMESTAMPS! 00:00 - Intro 04:40 - Email on Mental Health and Medication 35:30 - Genesis Three and the Snake As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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470 - A Violent God? - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:07:13

27 weeks temu1:07:13

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A Violent God? Today Mike and Tim are joined by the other Tim to discuss various topics, including Gombis's experience teaching kindergarten, the performance of the Cubs and Giants, and the small issue of violence in the Old Testament. Together, we explore different perspectives on reconciling the violence in the Old Testament with Jesus' teachings in the New Testament. Gombis offers insights into how the Old Testament portrays God's judgment and the role of Israel as His agents, while acknowledging the complexity of the issue and the need for further exploration. The conversation explores the tension between the violent portrayals of God in the Old Testament and the message of love and hospitality in the New Testament. We look at various interpretations and explanations for these portrayals, including the idea of God accommodating to the cultural context of the time, while emphasizing the importance of the church practicing radical hospitality and caring for the marginalized and oppressed. This encourages a shift in perspective from seeing acts of service as a duty to seeing them as encounters with Jesus and opportunities for solidarity. Lastly, we discuss the importance of approaching marginalized communities with a posture of receiving rather than saving, emphasizing the need to see the world through the eyes of those on the margins and to treat them with dignity and respect. Phew. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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469 - To Be Human - Part Eighteen: In Hiding 58:11

28 weeks temu58:11

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To Be Human - Part Eighteen: In Hiding . In this conversation, Mike Erre and Timothy John Stafford discuss various topics, including pickleball injuries, Denny's menu items, and their perspectives on death... For real, though, we spend some time on the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis, focusing on the fear of the Lord. We explore the meaning of fear in the context of encountering something beyond human comprehension and the awe and reverence that comes with it. What is the importance of understanding God's character as one who invites and desires participation rather than reacting with anger and punishment? How does the concept of the fear of the Lord connect to wisdom? We dive into the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis 3 and how their fear and shame resulted from their disobedience. The discussion also touches on the role of shame in the church and the importance of coming out of hiding and finding healing. First, we discuss a church flyer that went viral with some serious misogynistic vibes. How is this still a thing? 00:00 - Intro 06:15 - Misogynistic Church Flyer lament 11:00 - Genesis 3 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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468 - To Be Human - Part Seventeen: Snakes on a Plain 1:07:10

29 weeks temu1:07:10

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To Be Human - Part Seventeen: Snakes on a Plain . Today Mike and Tim dive into Genesis 3! There are some interesting themes of wisdom, prudence, and the fall of humanity and the serpent! What is the significance of the serpent's role and the parallel between the serpent and Adam and Eve. They also touch on the problem of evil and the implications of wisdom in the biblical narrative. First, our fearless heroes discuss the concept of salvation and its definition. They explore the idea of salvation as embodied participation in new creation, emphasizing the importance of being fully human and imaging God in the world. They highlight the need for an understanding of salvation that goes beyond personal forgiveness of sins and focuses on the restoration of God's reign on earth. 00:00 - Intro 05:15 - Email on the definition of ' salvation .' 24:40 - Genesis 3 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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467 - Outrage Against the Machine 1:11:06

30 weeks temu1:11:06

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Outrage Against the Machine . Hi. Today, Mike and Tim take a dive into the week in outrage, the outrage over that outrage and the outrage about the outrage over the initial outrage... got it? Does anybody read this...? Was it a last supper depiction? Is that blasphemous? Does it matter? They also touch on the boxing controversy that has made everyone online an expert on gender. How can we change the way we approach sensitive conversations and how can we avoid the outrage? First, Mike and Tim look at a few emails: Podcast format and content and the importance of respecting complexity and nuance in biblical subjects and express their commitment to making the podcast more accessible and shareable. Progressive revelation of God throughout history and the need to be gracious towards our faithful ancestors. The role of social media in the lives of Christians and the potential for it to malform us. A pastor publicly addressing his child's sin and the potential harm it can cause. A lot to cover and chat about. 00:00 - Intro 04:00 - Emails 27:45 - Olympic Outrage As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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466 - To Be Human - Part Sixteen: Unity in Diversity 1:20:32

31 weeks temu1:20:32

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To Be Human - Part Sixteen: Unity in Diversity . Today, Mike and Tim discuss Genesis Chapter two and the creation of male and female. They explore the concept of the human being solitary and the need for a helper suitable for him. They delve into the meaning of the words 'helper' and 'suitable' and how they have been misunderstood. They also discuss the significance of the deep sleep that Adam falls into and the use of the word 'rib' in the creation of Eve. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the true meaning of these concepts and their implications for human relationships. This is a conversation about unity in diversity as seen in the creation of male and female in Genesis 2. They explore the idea that the creation of woman as a strong helper (Ezer) is similar to the construction of the temple and tabernacle, highlighting the equality between male and female. Further, they discuss the implications of this unity in diversity for the church and the importance of treating one another as brothers and sisters. The conversation challenges traditional views of marriage and individuality, emphasizing the importance of the group and the role of the church as a new family. But first, Tim poses a question to Mike about how to advocate for the dignity and restoration of humanity today, in the current climate. How can we stop lamenting murders like that of Sonya Massey, young male shooters and war and start changing the climate that leads to these things? 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Banter 07:20 - Advocating for human dignity in today's climate 33:29 - Genesis Two: Unity in Diversity As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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465 - Love is a Battlefield 1:02:34

32 weeks temu1:02:34

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Love is a Battlefield . Today, we take a break from the To Be Human conversation to talk loving enemies, neighbors and family members with whom you (perhaps vehemently) disagree with. How is love often misunderstood? Love is not just a feeling, but an action. Mike uses the example of loving your neighbor as yourself, which means treating others with the same care and provision that you give to yourself. Mike and Tim also discuss the importance of loving your enemies and not harboring hatred or seeking revenge. We are to love others regardless of whether we agree with them or not, and to focus on actions rather than feelings. What are the distortions of love and how do they impact our relationships? Three common distortions: Love is about how I feel about somebody I have to tell someone I disagree with them before I love them If I love someone, I will speak harsh truth to them. We challenge these distortions and emphasize the importance of covenant love, being committed to someone, being with them, being for them, and loving them towards Christlikeness. To. With. For. First, Mike and Tim discuss the week in crazy politics and a listener email about wether or not to honor a transitioning family member's preferred name and gender. 00:00 Intro 05:13 This Week in Crazy Politics 14:03 Email about Trans Family Members 21:00 Content on Loving Neighbor and Enemy As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/VOXOLOGY?ref=shop_sugg_market Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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464 - To Be Human - Part Fifteen: Four Rivers Run Through It 53:52

33 weeks temu53:52

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To Be Human - Part Fifteen: Four Rivers Run Through It . Today we continue our conversation on what it means to be human. How does the priestly language used for the "Adam" echo through scripture? How do those echoes help us to better understand what is happening in Eden? What about today? In what ways does Jesus actually fulfill scripture, in a non rhetorical sense? First, we asked, you answered! We received so much feedback on how to make the podcast more accessible, shareable and easier to jump in as a new listener. We spend ht the first few minutes of the episode talking through this. 00:00 Intro 01:53 Listener feedback 13:48 To Be Human Content As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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463 - To Be Human - Part Fourteen: Knowledge of Good & Evil 1:01:44

34 weeks temu1:01:44

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To Be Human - Part Fourteen: Knowledge of Good & Evil . Today, Mike and Tim discuss the trees in the Garden of Eden, specifically the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. They explore the significance of these trees and how they relate to the themes of mortality, eternal life, and moral discernment. Further, our fearless hosts explore the concept of the knowledge of good and evil and the choice to trust God's definition of good and evil or define it for oneself. How is this choice present throughout the biblical story, from Adam and Eve to Israel and the church? What is the importance of discernment and the role of Torah in guiding human choices? How do we trust God's wisdom and definitions of good and evil, rather than relying on our own understanding? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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462 - To Be Human - Part Thirteen: Dust to Dust 52:42

35 weeks temu52:42

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462 - To Be Human - Part Thirteen: Dust to Dust . Today, on the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim further discuss the creation account in Genesis 1 and 2. They explore the themes of cosmic order, the role of humans as image bearers, and the significance of the Garden of Eden. They also examine the relationship between Genesis 1 and 2, arguing that Genesis 2 is a sequel to Genesis 1, focusing on the creation of the already existing land and the selection of Adam and Eve as representative priests. Mike and Tim highlight the theological implications of these accounts and challenge the idea of humans being created perfect and then falling, exploring the themes of sacred space, the creation of a mountain temple garden, the role of humanity, and the distortion of God's ideals in Genesis 2 and 3. Does Genesis 1 describe the creation of general humanity, distinct from Adam and Eve's creation in Genesis 2? What is the significance of land in the Old Testament and the presence of other beings opposing God's work in the world? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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461 - To Be Human - Part Twelve: The Gift of Time 1:10:38

36 weeks temu1:10:38

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To Be Human - Part Twelve: The Gift of Time. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the topic of mandating the Ten Commandments in school classrooms, highlighting the problematic aspects of this idea and the recent incidents of sexual abuse and hypocrisy within the church. Then, we're back in Genesis to pick up the conversation on time and the concept of Sabbath and its significance in the biblical narrative. It emphasizes the idea that Sabbath is not just about taking a day off from work, but about recognizing our inherent value as human beings and resting in the love of God and the cultural and historical context of Sabbath, highlighting its relevance for an enslaved people who were constantly producing and working. Sabbath is a time of rest, reflection, and rejuvenation and the benefits of incorporating Sabbath practices into our lives are discussed. To be human is to be limited, to need rest, and to find value in our humanness rather than productivity. Sabbath is a counter to the hustle culture and a reminder that time is a gift, not a curse. It is a time to enjoy God's creation and to declare His goodness to the world. Sabbath is not about self-care, but about recognizing God's love and our enoughness. It is a way to resist the pharaohs of productivity and to find joy in the present moment. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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460 - To Be Human - Part Eleven: Time After Time 1:06:26

37 weeks temu1:06:26

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To Be Human - Part Eleven: Time After Time. Today, Mike and Tim bring back an old segment, Tim's Troubled Times!, to discuss the challenges of responding to power over within the church. We explore the use of Christian language to baptize political agendas, the rise of Christian nationalism, and the harm caused in the name of Jesus. How do we resist power over in a healthy way and advocate for life without engaging in conflict? We then step back into the book of Genesis to look at the seven day Creation story. Is it literal? What is the author doing? What would be understood by the original audience? What is lost in translation? How should we interpret it now? What is the significance of time and the number seven in Genesis? Fun Stuff. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Our Merch Store: ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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459 - The Relationship Between Power, Parenting and Therapy 54:31

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The Relationship Between Power, Parenting and Therapy. Today, Mike and Tim respond to a few listener questions from the past few episodes: First, they read a response to the "therapist vetting questionnaire" from the last episode. What is the role of therapists as mirrors rather than windows, reflecting back the client's thoughts and patterns? In response to another email, does the same questionnaire speak to the importance of finding a therapist who can accept and understand both faith and sexuality? Next, parenting. How does power over translate there? How do we stay connected with children and focus on catching them doing things right rather than wrong? What is the balance of power over and power with in parenting? What is the importance of love and commitment in order for power to be received as love? We discuss the importance of parenting with connection and empathy rather than shame and punishment, the need for parents to be willing to walk with their children through their mistakes and bad decisions, rather than simply disciplining the symptoms. Further, we discuss the power dynamics within the church and the need for leaders to exercise power alongside rather than power over. Thank you to the emailers for such great questions! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Our merch store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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458 - To Be Human - Part Ten: A Divine Partnership 1:13:40

39 weeks temu1:13:40

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To Be Human - Part Ten: A Divine Partnership. Today we cover a range of topics, including the use of titles in the church, the role of apostles, the responsibilities of pastors, and the implications of human action in the world. We look at the concept of image bearers and the divine partnership between God and humans. We challenge the idea that everything that happens is God's will and emphasizes the importance of agency, freedom, and the distinction between outcomes and fruit. We also explore the power dynamics of power over versus power with , and the need to change the course of the wind rather than react to it. The discussion touches on the implications of Genesis 1 and 2, the restoration of the image, and the concept of divine partnership in the context of salvation. 01:25 - The Role of Titles in the Church 13:00 - A Christian Therapist Vetting Questionnaire 20:33 - Human Action and Divine Partnership As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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457 - To Be Human - Part Nine: Fight The Power 1:15:38

40 weeks temu1:15:38

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To Be Human - Part Nine: Fight The Power. Today, Mike and Tim conclude the topic of power in the church. They reflect on the dangers of power over and the need for leaders to resist it. They also explore the idea of fundamental goodness in humans and the role of hierarchy in the church. Jesus' teachings on power and the misuse of titles are examined, emphasizing the importance of humility and servanthood. The conversation challenges traditional views of power and encourages a more communal and egalitarian approach in the church. What is the importance of resisting power over in the church and embracing power with and power under? Why the need to abolish status markers and privileged hierarchy, refuse to build platforms of social prestige, and avoid public performance of piety? Why highlight the significance of mutuality, plurality, weakness, vulnerability, and humility in creating healthy church communities? We encourage everyone to find churches that prioritize these values and resist the temptation to settle for religious communities that reflect American values rather than the values of the upside-down kingdom. First, Tim asks Mike a question about the Pope's recent CNN interview where he said that "people are fundamentally good..." Are we born evil (as many of us were told our whole lives) or are we fundamentally good in a world of powers and principalities that breed chaos and power over? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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456 - To Be Human - Part Eight: The Two Powers 1:02:12

41 weeks temu1:02:12

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To Be Human - Part Eight: The Two Powers. After a couple of weeks of hijinks, we're back to your regular scheduled programming. Today we further explore the misuse of power and the difference between power over and power with or under. What about the idea of entitlement and the need to relinquish rights and privileges for the sake of others? What is the concept of power and its role in the church? What is the difference between power over and power with, and how can the church to embrace power with and forsake power over? The examples of Jesus and Paul are highlighted as models of power with, where weakness, cooperation, and relationship are valued over coercion and control. We also look at the question of whether Christians can ever use power over, with different perspectives presented. First, Tim asks Mike to clarify the meaning of cruciformity, which is living in a self-expenditure and other-oriented way, following the example of Jesus. How can we understand it as more than a rhetorical idea and not as a call to martyrdom, but a way of living? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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455 - Mental Illness & Spiritual Formation - with Lauren King, Dave Verhaagen and Kevin Dixon 43:08

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Mental Illness & Spiritual Formation. Today, Mike talks with guests Lauren King, Dave Verhaagen and Kevin Dixon about mental health in the Christian environment. You can learn more here: www.southeastpsychnashville.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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454 - Power in Weakness - with Pastor Suzie P. Lind & Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:11:51

43 weeks temu1:11:51

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Power in Weakness. As you can hear, we are not alone... Mike and Tim are in studio! In person! With friends! It's chaos of the best kind... This week, Mike and Tim are in Nashville for the VOXOLOGY Nonference, which awards them some rare in person time and they are joined by Pastor Suzie P. Lind and Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss a myriad of things... Power in Weakness! Discipleship as dehumanization! How we show up in our uniqueness to communal events, how different that can be and how we can be prepared to see each other fully ! We cover a range of topics under the banner of rehumanizing ministry and church. It's fun and a rare gift. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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453 - To Be Human - Part Seven: Not So With You 1:22:12

44 weeks temu1:22:12

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To Be Human - Part Seven: Not So With You. Misuse of power? Misunderstanding power? Non discerning power? Today, we explore the idea that Christians should not seek worldly power, but instead focus on loving their neighbors and embodying the teachings of Jesus. There are two types of power: power over and power with. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of power dynamics in future episodes. This episode, Mike and Tim explore the concept of power and distinguishes between power over and power with: Power Over is the ability to control or influence others, whether through force, expertise, or social systems. Power With, on the other hand, is relational power that works in cooperation and mutuality. Jesus exemplifies power with, as he serves and empowers others instead of exerting power over them. The conversation also highlights the dangers of using power over, as it inhibits God's work in the world and goes against the nature of the kingdom of God. Further, as we explore the difference between power over and power with, what is the importance of power under (with), which is exemplified by Jesus? What of the temptation to use power over and the need for discernment in using power in a way that aligns with the teachings of Jesus? The conversation touches on topics such as Christian nationalism, the role of the church, and the importance of community and shared power. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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452 - To Be Human - Part Six: Power Over vs. Power With 1:03:40

45 weeks temu1:03:40

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To Be Human - Part Six: Power Over vs. Power With. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the concept of gatekeeping and the misuse of power in various contexts, including the church and society. They explore the idea of ruling and having dominion over creation, emphasizing the importance of modeling God's rulership, which is based on love, humility, and invitation. This opens us up to our main topic: power over vs. power with. Mike and Tim highlight the need to hold convictions in a way that promotes curiosity, conversation, and hospitality, rather than using them to exclude or shame others. Further, they discuss the concept of power and how it is used by God, the idea of power over versus power with, and how power with is invitational and cooperative, while power over is hierarchical and coercive. How does this play into the importance of environmental stewardship and how is it a way of bearing the image of God? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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451 - How Should We Be Political? - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:13:09

46 weeks temu1:13:09

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First off, we were hit on all sides in this episode. Construction, sick kid interruptions, audio problems... it was bumpy. However, we stuck the landing... How Should We be Political? Today, Mike and Tim welcome another Tim, Dr. Timothy Gombis, to explore the role of the church in politics and how to navigate political engagement as Christians. The church IS a political entity and the Christian way is political from beginning to end! However, the focus should be on practicing the politics of the cross, which involves service, love, and advocacy for the weak. It is important to resist being seduced into practicing the politics of this world and instead focus on the politics of the kingdom of God. We also highlight the need to balance mental health with being concerned about justice issues and the importance of taking action at the local level. Further, we discuss the dangers of getting caught up in national politics and the media's role in fueling anger and division, the idea of loyalty to Jesus and how it should shape our political engagement and the importance of focusing on local issues and taking action in our own communities. We need compassion, empathy, and understanding in our interactions with others, especially those with different political views. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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450 - To Be Human - Part Five: It Is Good 47:03

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To Be Human - Part Five: It Is Good. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the concept of ruling and what it means to be human. They explore the idea that creation is good, not perfect, and that humans are placed in the world to direct and manage it. They emphasize the importance of enjoying and appreciating creation, as well as the potential for misuse of power and authority. The episode touches on topics such as the purpose of marriage, the value of physical embodiment, and the need to honor God's goodness in our actions. Further, they explore the themes of enjoyment, creativity, and restoration in the context of ruling and reigning over creation. It emphasizes the idea that God created a world filled with potential and invites humans to participate in the cultivation and enjoyment of that creation. The conversation also touches on the concept of freedom and how it relates to our understanding of what is good, highlighting the importance of finding joy in the simple pleasures of life and appreciating the beauty of nature. And, hey, it concludes by encouraging listeners to go outside and enjoy something as a spiritual discipline. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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449 - To Be Human - Part Four: Woman & Man 1:06:52

48 weeks temu1:06:52

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To Be Human - Part Four: Woman & Man. Today we analyze Genesis 1 and the poetic refrain that emphasizes the unity and diversity of humanity as images of God. Let's talk about the themes of the Genesis story and its relationship to ancient Near Eastern creation stories, the image of God and the unity in difference between male and female, the implications for gender equality, the absence of hierarchy between male and female, the image of God and procreation, the image of God and gender identity, treating all humans as image bearers, the Church as a community of image bearers, ruling in community, and the thread of congruity throughout the Bible.... Heyo! First, we discuss an email on the topics of correcting conditions and disabilities, as well as the implications of the new creation for individuals with disabilities. They explore the concept of the image of God and its significance in human ethics. The conversation also delves into the tension between hope and suffering, and the importance of loving and accepting others. We analyze Genesis 1 and the poetic refrain that emphasizes the unity and diversity of humanity as images of God. The conversation explores the themes of the Genesis story and its relationship to ancient Near Eastern creation stories, the image of God and the unity in difference between male and female, the implications for gender equality, the absence of hierarchy between male and female, the image of God and procreation, the image of God and gender identity, treating all humans as image bearers, the church as a community of image bearers, ruling in community, and the thread of congruity throughout the Bible. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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448 - To Be Human - Part Three: The Royal Dignity of Seth Erre 1:14:01

49 weeks temu1:14:01

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To Be Human - Part Three: The Royal Dignity of Seth Erre. Today, we continue the conversation on what it means to be human, by exploring different views on the image of God, including the substantive, relational, and functional views. The conversation highlights the need for Christians to live out their faith in a way that reflects the kingdom of God and promotes inclusivity and love for all people, including the concept of human image and the different views on personhood. We delve into the implications of the functional view and presents the ontological view as a counterargument. What is the importance of treating all human beings as image bearers and the inherent value of every individual? What is the revolutionary nature of the image of God in Genesis and its impact on ancient societies? The conversation also addresses the treatment of children with special needs and the reevaluation of definitions and vantage points. Annnnd, we wrap it up with a reflection on the use of power and the threat of radical messages. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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447 - To Be Human - Part Two: Statuesque 1:05:37

50 weeks temu1:05:37

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To Be Human - Part Two: Statuesque. Today, we explore the concept of the image of God in humanity. The "image and likeness" of God were standard statue words used in the ancient Near East, referring to physical representations of deities or kings. How is it that being the image of God is not limited to specific capacities or religious aspects of life, but encompasses the totality of human existence? What is the importance of understanding that humans are meant to be living statues of Yahweh, representing God's presence in the world? What are the implications of the "image of God" for human relationships and the restoration of humanity's image through Jesus? First, we look at an email about the topics of faith, guidance, and discernment in relation to partying, sex, and drinking. What is the importance of a centered approach rather than a bounded approach to these topics? The goal of Christ-following is to become like Jesus and overcome behaviors that hinder our pursuit of Jesus-likeness. And of course, Tim pushes the need for critical thinking and discernment in engaging with culture. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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446 - To Be Human - Part One: In The Beginning 1:07:01

51 weeks temu1:07:01

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New series alert! To Be Human... Today, we begin a new conversation around what it means to be human. In this episode, Mike and Tim dive into the meaning of the first sentence of Genesis and the significance of the words 'bereshit' and 'reshit.' What is the purpose of Genesis and the creation story? Why is it important to understand the literary devices used in the text? Further, we explore the conflict between science and faith in interpreting Genesis. We emphasize that Genesis is not meant to answer scientific questions about ‘how' and ‘when' things happened, but rather the ‘what' and ‘why.’ The importance of curiosity and humility in biblical interpretation is highlighted, as well as the use of symbolism and metaphor in Genesis. We also discuss the flexibility of interpretation and the role of liturgy and tradition in faith. It concludes by emphasizing the role of Jesus and the gospel in understanding Genesis. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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445 - Chapstick for the Soul - with Suzie P. Lind 1:09:33

52 weeks temu1:09:33

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Chapstick for the Heart. Today, Mike and Tim are joined by the amazing Suzie P. Lind to discuss various topics related to personal growth, relationships, and parenting. They share personal experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries, being aware of one's limits, and learning from past mistakes. The conversation also delves into the challenges of repairing relationships with adult children and the need for self-reflection and growth as parents. How do we take a less bounded approach and impart wonder and love for Jesus, the power of repair and healing and encourage being available for repair and connection? What does it mean to trust Jesus with our children's faith? How doe we repair and connect with adult children? Or connect over outcome-based apology, naming wounds and seeking repair, teach with wonder and connection, invite kids into wonder and curiosity, dismantle the formulaic approach, teach with wonder and age-appropriate methods, teach scripture with life, not the harm of using the Bible for control but shaping lives towards Christlikeness... How do we parent with selflessness and humility, different forms of authority, and exercising authority like Jesus... Yowza. Parenting is not sin management. How can we emphasize the importance of restoring full humanness in children? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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444 - Strange Religion - with Dr. Nijay Gupta 1:06:44

1 year temu1:06:44

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Today, we have Dr. Nijay Gupta back to talk about his new book, "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." In this book, Dr. Gupta discusses and explores the social force of early Christians in the Roman Empire. He highlights the contrast between Roman religion and the beliefs and practices of the early Christians. The early Christians defied Roman hierarchy and power, rejected rituals of appeasement, and emphasized direct access to God. They also practiced gift-giving and generosity, expanding their acts of kindness beyond their own community. The early Christians challenged the notions of Romanness and monoculturalism, embracing diversity and inclusivity. What are the parallels between Christianity and Roman religion? How does Christianity resemble the Roman religion, including hierarchy and power, appeasement and divine judgment, and elitism and limited access? We talk about the influence of preachers, the role of the church, the professionalization of pastoral ministry, elitism and limited access, building up each other, the teachings and lifestyle of Jesus, authentic relationship with Jesus, dying to everything but Jesus, the daily question of dying, the scandal of pastors falling from grace, and making Christianity weird again... As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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443 - Growing Kids God's Way? 1:13:15

1 year temu1:13:15

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Growing Kids God's Way? Is that a thing? WARNING, it gets a little spirited. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the theme of differentiating fruit and outcomes, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness over controlling outcomes. The conversation concludes with a question about parenting and the use of the "rod," from the book of Proverbs. Mike and Tim discuss their perspectives on parenting and discipline. They emphasize the importance of building a close relationship with their children and prioritizing connection over strict discipline, challenge the idea of labeling one way of parenting as 'biblical' and highlight the harmful effects of shame in parenting. What is the difference between outcome-focused parenting and fruit-focused parenting? How do we differentiate between fruit and outcomes in order to focus on faithfulness rather than controlling results? How do we create environments that allow for the growth of fruit, but recognize that fruit cannot be produced or controlled? 00:00 Introduction 07:03Conversation on Super Bowl and Jesus' Appearance 09:13Debate on Jesus Teaching Hate 16:19 Differentiating Fruit and Outcomes 32:16 Parenting and the Difference Between Fruit and Outcomes 35:06 Question on Parenting and the Use of the Rod 01:09:01 Old Creation Dynamics vs New Creation Dynamics As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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442 - Revelation - Part Thirty One: The End of the End 1:06:55

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Revelation Part Thirty One: The End of the End. This is it. The final episode of our longest series ever. Today, we begin by addressing listener emails and discussing Tim Stafford's gallbladder. Mike and Tim then respond to pushback on topic of platforming younger people on social media and the potential risks and benefits. The conversation shifts to a listener's critique of the Holy Spirit episode and the our response. Then we conclude our long conversation on Revelation with one last look at New Creation and how the resurrection of Jesus serves as the launch of new creation. What is new creation and its implications for the church? What is the significance of Easter as a reminder of the victory and new life found in Jesus? Then one last listener email about the role of pastors and the importance of clarity in defining their responsibilities within the church. Is there a need for reimagining church structures and fostering a culture of lifelong learning among pastors? 00:00 - Listener Emails 06:00 - Platforming Younger People on Social Media 10:00 - Response to Listener's Critique of the Holy Spirit Episode 25:00 - Exploring the Concept of New Creation 40:00 - The Resurrection as the Launch of New Creation 46:25 - Reimagining Easter 51:21 - Expectations for Pastors As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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441 - For the Good of the Field 1:19:10

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For the Good of the Field. Two listener questions. Two in depth responses. Alter calls and platforming younger people before they're ready. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the concept of platforming people too early and the potential dangers it poses. They also explore the role of altar calls in evangelism and the early church's view of patience. The conversation highlights the importance of discernment and the need for a balanced approach to these topics. They also explore the concept of patience as a counter-cultural virtue and its application in the teachings of Jesus. The parable of the wheat and weeds is examined as an example of patient ferment, where the Kingdom of God exists alongside evil in the world. The importance of creating a culture of humanization and embodying the goodness of living under the lordship of Jesus is emphasized. The traditional practice of altar calls is questioned, and a broader understanding of evangelism is proposed. The chapter concludes with a call to be patient, resist factionalism, and love those with whom we disagree. 00:00 - Introduction and Background 08:08 - Question 1: Platforming People Too Early 27:59 - Question 2: Altar Calls and Evangelism 44:46 - The Parable of the Wheat and Weeds 01:07:18 - The Purpose of Altar Calls 01:16:36 - Being Patient and Loving Others Full Episode on the parable here: 289 - The Wheat & The Weeds As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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440 - Gospel & Gombis: Part Five 1:41:18

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Gospel & Gombis: Part Five. Okokok. This is a long one. Brace yourselves. The Holy Spirit. Mike and Tim put Gombis on the spot with questions about the Spirit. What is it? What is it's role? What is Paul's understanding of Jesus as part of the triunity and his teaching on the Holy Spirit? They address misconceptions about Paul's teaching and how evangelicals often misread his views on the Spirit. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the Spirit's work in the church and individualized Spirit talk in Acts. Everyone discusses the interpretation of Ephesians 5:18 and the concept of being filled with the Spirit. They explore the idea that the church, as a community, plays a role in being filled with the Spirit and producing the fruits of the Spirit. They also discuss the understanding of spiritual gifts and how they should be viewed as gifts for the benefit of the church rather than personal abilities. Annnnnd, what about praying to the Holy Spirit and the role of spiritual disciplines in the context of community life? First, Mike and Tim discuss various issues that came up just this morning. They touch on the lack of trust in clergy and instances of sexual misconduct, the rise of the non-religious population, and the tendency to blame deconstruction for people leaving the church. They also explore the identity crisis in America and the need for patience in the church. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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439 - The Spirit of our Politics - with Michael Wear 1:02:41

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Today, Mike and Tim are joined by Author and Speaker Michael Wear, to discuss his new book, "The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life." Michael discusses the intersection of Christianity and politics, emphasizing the need to integrate political life into discipleship. He highlights the importance of understanding the role of faith in politics and the impact of Christianity on public life. Wear also addresses the disappearance of moral knowledge and the need for Christians to offer goodness to politics. He challenges the notion that voting is a God-given duty and encourages Christians to steward their influence in a way that is most loving towards their neighbors. Wear shares insights from his experience working in the White House and emphasizes the need to hold politicians and political systems accountable. In this conversation, Mike and Tim discuss the influence of politics on religious identity. They explore how partisan forces shape religious divides and how political beliefs often take precedence over religious values. They highlight the dangers of political idolatry and the lack of critical thinking in political discourse. The conversation emphasizes the need for Christians to engage in political issues with a focus on goodness and the teachings of Jesus. Overall, the discussion calls for a reevaluation of the relationship between politics and faith. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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438 - Revelation - Part Thirty: To Hell and Back 1:22:20

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Revelation - Part Thirty: To Hell and Back. Thirty! Crazy. Today, Mike and Tim first respond to a few emails and discuss the harm and good intentions of religious movements, particularly focusing on purity culture, deconstruction etc. Was there good in those movements as well as bad? Will people just deconstruct the things talked about on this podcast in a few years? They emphasize the importance of curiosity and wonder in inviting others to explore beyond the confines of their beliefs. The conversation also touches on concerns about being labeled as universalists and the role of church in saving people. Overall, they encourage a posture of humility, hospitality, and embodying the better alternative. What is the power of labels, the focus of salvation, the concept of hell, and the church as a community? They challenge the traditional understanding of hell as a place of eternal torment and emphasize the importance of understanding the biblical context. They also discuss the role of the church in embodying faithfulness to Jesus and creating a community of salvation. The Bible is not primarily a story about heaven and hell, but about the reunification of heaven and earth. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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437 - Revelation - Part Twenty Nine: All Things Made New 1:05:09

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Revelation - Part Twenty Nine: All Things Made New. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the January blues and the concept of new creation and restoration. They explore the idea of the day of the Lord and the destruction and purification that will occur. They also delve into the building of the church and the testing of the work done by church leaders. How do the themes of renewal, purification, and the ultimate restoration of heaven and earth play out? What of the themes of the overlapping space of heaven and earth, the work of light, fire, and water, the day of the Lord, a new heaven and a new earth, the new Jerusalem, the new Eden, the reckoning and the call to holiness, the function of hell, the resurrection of Jesus, the new creation project, and the human element in the Bible? The concept of new creation and restoration is a recurring theme in the Bible. The day of the Lord involves both destruction and purification. Before the rejoining of heaven and earth, there is work to be done, symbolized by light, fire, and water. The day of the Lord is a recurring motif in the Bible, representing a reckoning for human and spiritual wrongdoing. The ultimate goal of the biblical story is a new heaven and a new earth, a purified and tested creation. The new Jerusalem and the new Eden are images of the restored and perfected creation. The Bible calls believers to live holy lives and build on the foundation of Jesus Christ. The function of hell in the biblical story is a topic that requires further exploration. The resurrection of Jesus is a pivotal event that launches the new creation project. The human element in the Bible is evident in the flaws and struggles of the early church. Understanding the human element in the Bible can lead to a more authentic and nuanced interpretation of its teachings. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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436 - Revelation - Part Twenty Eight: New Creation 1:17:10

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Happy New Year! Today, Mike and Tim discuss their holiday experiences and reflect on their therapy journeys. They then delve into the concept of 'New Creation,' starting with the creation of heaven and earth in Genesis. They explore the cosmic temple and the Garden of Eden, the rupture and separation of heaven and earth, and the manifestation of God's presence. They highlight the importance of understanding the biblical narrative and the implications it has for our lives. They explore the concept of heaven and earth in the Old Testament, highlighting instances of overlapping spaces. It discusses Jacob's dream and Moses and the burning bush as examples of heaven and earth intersecting. The tabernacle and temple are presented as spaces where heaven and earth overlap, with Jesus ultimately becoming the ultimate "heaven and earth space." The conversation also touches on Jesus' authority and the future restoration of all things. What is the church's role as the heaven and earth space and the hope of restoration and new creation? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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435 - Revelation - Part Twenty Seven: Smoke on the Water 57:33

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Revelation - Part Twenty Seven: Smoke on the Water. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the concept of the lake of fire and its symbolism in the book of Revelation. Merry Christmas!!! What are the origins of this imagery in the Old Testament, particularly in the stories of Sodom and Gomorrah? Does the lake of fire represent destruction rather than eternal conscious torment? What is Hell??? Does the text really advocate for an eternity of torment and separation for "unbelievers?" - The lake of fire in Revelation represents destruction rather than eternal conscious torment. - The imagery of burning sulfur and smoke rising is borrowed from the Old Testament, particularly the stories of Sodom and Gomorrah. - Being left outside the city symbolizes exclusion from the New Jerusalem and the consequences of practicing vices associated with empire. - Understanding the symbolic nature of these images is crucial for interpreting the book of Revelation. Revelation challenges us to ask hard questions and reckon with our complicity with empire. - The book of Revelation is not about predicting the end times, but rather about reflecting on our own actions and the actions of the church. - The themes of injustice, making all things new, and leveling empires are consistent throughout the Bible. - The Bible is intentionally provocative and invites us to question and wrestle with its teachings. - Permission is granted to ask hard questions and wrestle with our faith and beliefs. Yowza. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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434 - Practicing the Way - with John Mark Comer 1:27:42

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Practicing the Way. Today, Mike and Tim are joined by old friend John Mark Comer, to discuss his new book and non profit, 'Practicing the Way.' Why “apprentice” instead of disciple? Are we are all being formed by someone or something? Is spiritual formation not so much a Christian thing or even a religious thing, but a human thing? How is community integral to spiritual formation? How is the practice of community far more than church attendance? How does suffering play into all of this? You can learn more about John Mark's work here: practicingtheway.org/ As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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433 - Revelation - Part Twenty Six: The Lake of Fire 1:15:16

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Don'y skip the banter! Some important news in the front section! Revelation - Part Twenty Six: The Lake of Fire. We're coming to the end of this ridiculously long series on the book of Revelation. Today, it's the two final battles, judgments and the Lake of fire... What do the final battles represent? Is this when God comes back swingin? Is it the bloody finale so many have dreamt of and still advocate for from the pulpit? Why two? When does this happen? What is the Lake of Fire? Is it Hell? Will people burn there forever? What OT references are needed to understand? Mike and Tim also spend some time discussing the next 'Nonference' this coming summer as well as a few listener emails. Tim's new single can be heard here or on any streaming services: SPOTIFY As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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432 - The God Who Hides 1:17:19

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The God Who Hides. What happens when I don’t feel presence? Why are desert times necessary in my relationship with God – I don’t need them in my other relationships... Why does God seem absent when I need him most? Why does he seem distant? Why does God allow us to feel his absence when we know he is not absent? When you are praying, it is bouncing off the ceiling; read the bible, it is dust… The bible calls this the “hiddenness of God”... 12 different times in OT – he hid his face from his people (9 times in the Psalms) – there is the idea of a God you can’t hide in one sense, but in another sense he at times veils himself from his people: Why, LORD, do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? (Ps. 10:1) How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? (Ps. 13:1) Awake, Lord! Why do you sleep? Rouse yourself! Do not reject us forever. Why do you hide your face and forget our misery and oppression? (Ps. 44:23-24) As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠: www.voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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431 - The Only Way Out is Through 58:04

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The Only Way Out is Through. Mike and Tim spend some time unpacking a couple listener emails that deal with hopelessness and worship. This prompts Mike to revisit Walter Bruggeman’s typology: a. Psalms can be roughly grouped this way, and the flow of human life characteristically is located either in the actual experience of one of these settings, or is in the movement from one to another. b. This is not a formula, or rigid divide of categories; some Psalms do not seem to fit and some seem to have all 3 points. - Psalms of orientation (guaranteed creation) -- life is good (Psalm 145) - Psalms of disorientation (songs of disarray) – life hurts (Psalm 13) - Psalms of reorientation (songs of surprising new life) – there is hope in the darkness (Psalm 30) As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠: www.voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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430 - The God Who Disappoints Everyone 1:26:57

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The God Who Disappoints Everyone. - What's up with the resurgence of the Social Gospel in America? Article HERE - A gospel Grammy Nominee won't stop singing on a plane, because maybe the Lord wants her to? How does this correlate to Christian Nationism? What is, what Tim calls, a sense of 'Divine Entitlement?' - Lament. Disappointment. Wisdom. Everything is Meaningless. How have people throughout history dealt with a God who disappoints? How does John the Baptist play into this? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠: www.voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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429 - Revelation - Part Twenty Five: Babylon, Continued 1:26:02

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Revelation Part Twenty Five: Babylon, Continued. Rome becomes Babylon. In this vision, john as blended together words and images from every single OT passage about the downfall of ancient Babylon, Tyre, and Edom. (Isa. 13, 23, 34, 47; Jer. 50-51; Eze. 26-27). John’s showing how Rome is simply the newest version of the OT archetype of humanity in rebellion against God. They come together and form nations that exalt their own economic and military security into a false God. This isn’t something limited to the past or the future. It’a a portrait of the human condition throughout history. And "Babylons" will come and go leading up the day when Jesus returns to replace Babylon with his kingdom. But how will Jesus’ kingdom come? And it's amazing!! Every single Old Testament passage from the prophets about the fall of Babylon gets quoted in those chapters of Revelation about the fall of Babylon. The questions Mike references: - Am I safe here? - Am I confident here? - Do I belong here? - Am I worth loving? - Am I worth your attention? - Am I wanted here? The article we discuss can be read HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠: www.voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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428 - Revelation - Part Twenty Four: Babylon 1:07:58

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Revelation - Part Twenty Four: Babylon. Who was Babylon? What is Babylon? What threat does it offer? What are/were the warnings against and why? How do we relate to Babylon today? How do we subvert? How do repent/reorient? What are the warning signs that we are following into Babylonian ways of life and Empire? Babylon stands as a both an ancient and modern temptation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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427 - Revelation - Part Twenty Three: The Beast 1:21:15

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Revelation - Part Twenty Three: The Beast. The Dragon. The Beast. Who are these creatures? What do they represent? What is their role in all of this? What do we learn in Daniel? What is our part to play? So much to unpack and unlearn from our wrong readings of the book. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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VOXOLOGY Rerun: Midnight Mass - with Kaitlyn Schiess 1:00:07

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VOXOLOGY Rerun. Two years ago, we had on the incomparable Kaitlyn Schiess to discuss Mike Flanagan's "Midnight Mass," streaming on Netflix. Full SPOILER WARNING, we talk about the whole series. Midnight Mass is a horror show on Netflix that deals with some heavy theological ideas and has a heavy commentary on Christianity and religion. Kaitlyn, Mike and Tim dive in and pick at themes of grace, prayer, communion and more as revealed in the show. It's a fun conversation as we enter into the Halloween season. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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426 - Revelation - Part Twenty Two: The Talking Snake 1:09:50

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Revelation - Part Twenty Two: The Talking Snake. Dragons and Leviathans and snakes, oh my! Today we talk about the history and working context of the talking snake in the Garden and how it informs the Dragon in Revelation. What was the working understanding of that Garden scene? How were snakes seen? How do Seraphim and Cherubim work into it? The Stephen Colbert and Anderson Cooper conversation can be seen here: COLBERT As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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You hear us calling, Abba Father. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Father, we lift up all those who have lost family and loved ones, whose lives have been upended and destroyed. We grieve and lament with them. God, might you meet them in their pain, meet them in their need. God, would you show us how to intervene, how to love in a time of hate, how to be peace makers in a time of war and death. Father, we pray for those who have been taken from their families, that they would be released. That you would meet them in their despair and bring hope and safety and restoration. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Father, we ask that you would soften the hearts of our leaders and clear their eyes, that they might advocate for humanities flourishing, not it’s destruction. Lord, give them courage and discernment to make hard decisions in the face of adversity and greed that restore humanity to those they may see as the other. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. You hear us calling, Abba Father. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy.…

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425 - Revelation - Part Twenty One: The Church As Witness 1:18:27

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Revelation - Part Twenty One: The Church As Witness. From Daniel to John. Daniel is bound up in the scroll John eats it. Two witnesses as lampstands, which is reference to churches and calling back to Deuteronomy. Martyrs risen from the dead. What is the role of the Church if not raptured? Things are getting weird! First, Mike and Tim discuss the horror in Israel and Gaza. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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424 - The Academy of Jesus - with Dave Gibbons 59:54

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The Academy of Jesus. Today, Mike and Tim are joined by Pastor! Mentor! Organizer! Advocate! Entrepreneur! Mr. Dave Gibbons! Dave has so many irons in the fire and stays perpetually curious and open to the Spirit's move. How does he discern God's voice from his own? What has he learned? Where has he seen the spirit move? What practices has he changed over time? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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423 - Revelation - Part Twenty: Captured by Rapture 1:12:15

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Revelation - Part Twenty: Captured by Rapture. One aspect of the content of Revelation that needs to be stressed once again is that, there is no rapture in the book of Revelation ( It is supposedly narrated at 4:1, the introduction to the book’s central vision ). The book of Revelation clearly teaches, and calls on its readers to pray for, the return of Christ. It is not the second coming of Christ that is absent from Revelation but the alleged rapture of the Church by Christ in a kind of secret prequel to the real second coming. How has it become so convoluted? Where did these ideas like Left Behind come from? How did they get so off course? Pre/Post Tribulation? The Millennium?? First, Mike and Tim read a listener email asking for clarification. When reading the imprecatory Psalms, is the desire to see our enemies' destruction a godly attitude? Should we be 'joining' in with the martyrs and call for God's judgment to rain down on those who do evil? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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422 - Revelation - Part Nineteen: Thunderstruck 50:23

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Revelation - Part Nineteen: Thunderstruck. Seals & Trumpets & Bowls, Oh My! These will serve like nesting dolls as they harken back and comment on current events. Last episode we saw the OT Days of the Lord references. Now we see what John was commenting on in his own time. God’s warning judgments through the seals and trumpets did not generate repentance among the nations, just like the exodus plagues only hardened Pharaoh's heart. But the lamb, he conquered his enemies by loving them, dying for them and now the message of the Lamb's scroll reveals the mission of his army, the church. God’s kingdom will be revealed when the nations see the church imitating the loving sacrifice of the lamb. Not killing their enemies, but dying for them. It is God’s mercy shown through Jesus’ followers that will bring the nations to repentance. and this surprising claim is the message of the open scroll that John has placed at the exact center of the entire book. God’s love gives rise to his judgement; God’s judgment is not the problem, but the solution to a problem. Adam and eve now sit under the serpent’s authority, tearing heaven and earth and unleashing the accuser’s destructive power on God’s good world. So much!!! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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421 - Revelation - Part Eighteen: The Day of the Lord 1:00:49

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IMPORTANT EPISODE! Revelation - Part Eighteen: The Day of the Lord. Understanding the 'Day of the Lord' is key to unlocking so much in the book of Revelation. What was the Day of the Lord? What was it in the OT? How did it connect to Passover? How did Jesus and Peter and Paul reference it? And HOW DOES REVELATION USE IT AND SPEAK OF IT'S COMING??? What do we do with all the violence when we are told of a peaceful and loving God? What is the purpose of the Day of the Lord???? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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420 - Revelation - Part Seventeen: The Lion & The Lamb 1:16:39

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Revelation Part Seventeen: The Lion & The Lamb. Today we spend some more time in chapter 5 of Revelation, focusing on the imagery around the Lamb who sits on the throne. What language is parodied language of the time? Whose blood is on the lamb? How has that been co opted to support religious violence? What is it actually advocating for? What does this show us about old testament violence and the stumbling block of God supporting and purporting said violence? How do we reconcile victory through defeat and how does it inform our faith and daily lives? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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419 - Revelation - Part Sixeteen: Worship is Political 1:05:56

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Revelation - Part Sixeteen: Worship is Political. Today, we look at aspects of Revelation chapters 4 and 5 that deal with worship. How is worship political? How is it counter cultural? How is it an act of resistance? What is John commenting on? How were his words a response to political posturing and worship of state? How do we exist as members of society, but as participants in the Kingdom of God?? What imagery from the OT is john referencing and why? Mike and Tim first respond to push back on the conversation around Christian therapists. What were they trying to articulate about how you find a therapist and were they wrong? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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418 - Revelation - Part Fifteen: The Throne at the Center of the Universe 1:16:33

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Revelation - Part Fifteen: The Throne at the Center of the Universe. Epic title. Back to Revelation and a look into the Emperor Domitian, who reigned from 81-96. When Domitian (81-96 AD) became emperor there was significant change in the demand for deification. Domitian was obsessed with his own (and his brother Titus' and father Vespasian's) deity. Augustus once explicitly forbade his fellow citizens to address him with the title “Lord.” He did not want to be master of slaves, but first citizen of the empire. But Domitian ignored his forefather and followed in the ways of Nero….He did not wish to be a citizen among his fellow citizens, but a superhuman being in charge of the destiny of humanity. Coins of the era call Domitian the father of the gods... Domitian insisted on being called "Lord and God" whenever he was mentioned or addressed. How does John address this? What are we to take away? First, Tim shares some troubled times with how our language and words can incite violence against the LGBTQ community and how everyone, regardless of your opinion, needs to choose words more wisely. Laura Ann Carleton was murdered in Lake Arrowhead California for displaying a pride flag outside her shop. People can become militarized and violent by language they hear from the pulpit, news etc. Words carry power. Also, Mike and Tim discuss an email about therapy. Should you seek a Christian therapist or does it matter? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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417 - Center Set Sexuality - with Suzie P. Lind 1:20:53

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Center Set Sexuality. Today, we talk with Pastor Suzie P. Lind about what a center set approach to sexuality might look like. What does healthy desire look like? How do we talk to our kids about sex? Why wait until marriage? What is God's ideal? Angel Story: -Gnosticism -Overspiritualized view of sex -Bounded approach to sex: Purity Culture -Led to purity codes -Taught us to fear sexual desire Animal Story: -Expressive Individualism -Underspiritualized view of sex -Fuzzy set approach to sex: Anything goes -Consent is only factor -Taught us to follow Sexual desire Human story: -Embodied Theology -Center Set approach to sex -Which leads to wisdom -Taught us to form sexual desire As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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416 - The Ballot & The Bible - with Kaitlyn Schiess 1:11:49

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The Ballot & The Bible. This episode we sit down with Kaitlyn Schiess to discuss her new book, 'The Ballot and the Bible.' How does our faith inform our politics? How does our involvement in politics effect our faith? What is the matrix by which we measure or remain accountable? How do we approach this new political season that will more than likely be as contentious as the previous?? What does the Bible tell us about this balance? Kaitlyn is a dear and incredibly wise friend and we always jump at the chance to have her on. She is a co host of the Holy Post podcast. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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415 - Revelation - Part Fourteen: Sexual Immorality 1:27:46

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Revelation - Part Fourteen: Sexual Immorality. Here we go... Image. Likeness. Desire. Dominion. Human. Purity. Angels. Animals. Holy moly. God created us fully human – not to be animals, not be angels. An animal – physical body, but no spiritual life. An angel – spiritual life, but no physical body. God didn’t not create us angels, nor did he create us animals… Human beings are unique in creation – fully physical and fully spiritual…two distinct realms brought together in humans. So what does that mean for sex? Theological Considerations: Who am I? Beloved by God in brokenness/I am a guest at Jesus’ table Log and Speck - I am deeply broken, too What community am I a part of? I am part of a community that is called to offer hospitality to the outcasts and marginalized - FORSAKING ALL OLD CREATION DYNAMICS I am part of a community has done real harm to LGBTQ+ people - they are wounded deeply and set up in the worst possible state to figure this out (rejected by family and church) I am part of a community that regularly fails to to include single, divorced, and gay people. I am part of a community that is focused on sexuality disproportionately relative to it’s emphasis in the scriptures I am part of a community that has lost any authority to instruct others on sexual matters As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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414 - Three Men & a Barbie - with Dr. Timothy Gombis (SPOILERS) 1:14:12

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Three Men & a Barbie. CONTENT WARNING: There is talk of rape culture and suicide. ANNND, SPOLIERS FOR BARBIE!! Today, Mike and Tim welcome the other Tim (Freakin Gombis) to discuss the new film 'Barbie,' by revisiting the conversation "God is Not in Control" (episode 239). What is the controversy about? Is the film too feminist or not feminist enough? What are folks like Ben Shapiro so triggered by? How does our need for God to be 'in control,' shape the narrative of 'control' in this time? How do we manifest 'control' in God's name? How does Oppenheimer fit in? Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds... We also read a listener email dealing with suicide. What is the correct posture and response when we were mostly raised to understand suicide as the ' unforgivable sin? ' Gloria's speech from Barbie: HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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413 - Revelation Part Thirteen: Poverty & Riches 57:22

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Revelation Part Thirteen: Poverty & Riches. Some sound issues today as Mike's mic decided to defect... “To the angel of the church in Smyrna write..." This episode we continue our decent into Revelation. Laodicea was an affluent city, located strategically at the intersection of three major trade routes. The city quickly became a banking and trading center, known especially for its woolen carpets and clothing. Also in Laodicea was one of the ancient world’s most prominent medical schools, especially famous for its eye and ear treatments. Scholars have found cultural allusions in this message not only to Laodicea’s wealth but also to the local production of eye salve, the use of black wool, and especially the city’s lack of a good water supply. How does that fit metaphorically? How does Las Vegas fit in? What does the "lukewarm, I'll spit you out" reference have to do with it? There are so many cultural references... where do we fit in? John recognized that the acceptance of Rome’s mythology was an act of giving worship to evil masquerading as divine authority. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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412 - Revelation Part Twelve: America the Beautiful? 1:10:09

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America the Beautiful? Today, Mike and Tim fight off a Seth and Mazzy interruption to discuss how the model of ‘ Christian Nationalism ’ is nothing new. Rome built a civic religion that John rebuked... What exactly does a civic religion look like in this case? How has America followed Rome? What parts of civic life have we ordained? Solemn devotion and allegiance? Blessing of the State? What lens does John offer us to examine? Is it unpatriotic to critique America? How do we as Christians exercise a healthy patriotism while advocating for the Kingdom of God? Has Christianity, as the dominant American religion, been co opted in service to the sacralization of power? How do we take the narrative back?!?!? How do we participate, even with pride, and resist the baptizing of American ritual? How did self preservation become a Christian trait when we follow a sacrificial God? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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411 - Revelation Part Eleven: Letter to Pergamum 1:09:33

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Letter to Pergamum. This episode, we continue in Revelation and look at a specific letter to Pergamum. What was Satan’s throne? What is the insinuation? What was the temple to Roma? What was the deal with the ‘other’ gods? Balaam? Mouth sword?? Hidden manna??? Who was Jezebel and how did she play into this? How did we mess up Jesus already having blood on His robes? The lamb who has won the battle by being martyred… How did we turn this into a book of war and conquering? Mike and Tim also recap the 4th of July as well as what therapy looks like for each of them, currently As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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410 - Gospel & Gombis: Part Four 1:03:59

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Gospel & Gombis: Part Four. Powers and Principalities. Other spiritual entities as players on the field. Heyo! Nuff said! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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409 - Revelation Part Ten: Letter to Ephesus 1:13:19

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Letter to Ephesus. This episode, we continue in Revelation and look at a specific letter to Ephesus. What was the context of this letter? What was it speaking to? How was it to be understood then and now? We also spend time discussing the use of AI in in sermons? Is a AI generated invitation to salvation just as good as a human one? Can someone be "saved" by AI? Is that even the right question? We also discuss women as Elders as Mike share a few Tweets he came across. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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408 - Revelation Part Nine: Empire vs. The Upside Down Kingdom 1:13:22

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Revelation Part Nine: Empire vs. The Upside Down Kingdom. This episode, Mike brings us the last context on the seven churches written to in Revelation. What did the first century church already understand that we don't? What is the warning here? How does this set the stage for the rest of the book? Mike and Tim also spend a lengthy amount of time discussing Rick Warren, his changed stance on women in ministry and the SBC reaction. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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407 - Dangerous Jesus - with Kevin "KB" Burgess 1:07:31

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Dangerous Jesus. This episode, Mike and Tim are joined by acclaimed musician and now author, Kevin "KB" Burgess, to discuss his new book, "Dangerous Jesus: Why the Only Thing More Risky Than Getting Jesus Right is Getting Jesus Wrong." KB talks about his upbringing and his music. What prompted him to right this book? How does Frederick Douglass fit in? What set KB on his Journey? What role does hip hop play in his early story and what does it play now? What makes Jesus 'dangerous?' What role does art play in delivering the Gospel amongst other messages? KB is so thoughtful and talented and is a wonderful new friend of the podcast. KB's new book and music can be found here: whoiskb.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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406 - Revelation Part Eight: Empire's Gonna Empire 1:16:47

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Revelation Part Eight: Empire's Gonna Empire. Some very important nuggets here for the contextual understanding of the book. Who were the seven churches? Why were they being written to exactly? Who are the competing gods? How does Augustus, "the illustrious one,” factor in? Roma? How does the language of the time, the myths and exaltations, factor into the writing? Have we lost the plot on subverting the Empire? Are we the Empire?!? As with everything, what is to be extrapolated? What from this chapter is for us? What else do we discern? Also, Ted Lasso! Bathroom remodels! Awakenings! Here is the article Tim references: www.washingtonpost.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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405 - Revelation Part Seven: Sevenly Heavenly 1:01:53

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Revelation Part Seven: Sevenly Heavenly. Back to the end of the world! JK. After a few episodes of ground work, today Mike finally takes us into the first chapter of Revelation! How was this originally interpreted? What working knowledge did the audience have? How does Daniel play in? What does this chapter set up?? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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404 - Raising Girls to Resist Toxic Teachings on Sex, Self, and Speaking Up - with Sheila Gregoire, Rebecca Lindenbach & Suzie Lind 1:34:48

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Raising Girls to Resist Toxic Teachings on Sex, Self, and Speaking Up. This episode, Mike and Tim are joined by authors Sheila Gregoire, Rebecca Lindenbach & Pastor Suzie Lind to discuss Sheila and Rebecca's (as well as co-author Joanna Sawatsky) newest book, "She Deserves Better: Raising Girls to Resist Toxic Teachings on Sex, Self, and Speaking Up." Okokok. Sheila and Rebecca walk everyone through the data they've collected regarding the Church's historical messages to women regarding sexuality, self worth and their roles with men. Purity culture isn’t as explicit today but did it work? How did the church lie about this? Where was consent? How did/does purity culture hurt men? What are the biological differences between men and women? Why threats and bribes to encourage abstinence? What is internalized misogyny? How has evangelical teachings about sex limited a woman’s ability to stand up for herself? How have they caused women to marry abusers??? Sheila and Rebecca can be found here: baremarriage.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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403 - Flood & Fury - with Dr. Matthew Lynch 57:22

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Flood & Fury. This episode, Mike and Tim sit down with author Dr. Matthew Lynch, to discuss his banger of a new book, "Flood and Fury: Engaging Old Testament Violence." Dr. Lynch is an Associate Professor of Old Testament at Regent College. He sits down and talks the VOXers through how to engage in healthy criticism when approaching ancient texts filled with violence and fury. How have we messed this up? For example, what message from Genesis do the author's want us to walk away with? How do these stories operate? How are these stories told and how are they to be received? Which lenses do we use from our seats in 2023?? How do the authors communicate who God is within these stories and who is the actual villain??? It's a great conversation with a great new friend. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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402 - Church: The Next Generation - with Kaitlyn Schiess 1:06:31

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402 402 402 402 402 402 402 - Church: The Next Generation. This episode we're continuing our 400th celebration! Mike and Tim sit down one more time with a Holy Poster, this time Kaitlyn Schiess! Kaitlyn fills us in on all she's currently studying at Duke and her thoughts on feminism and the Church. What could the Church learn from her current studies? What authors does she go to? How does Kaitlyn see the future of the Church? How would she build it if she was asked to? Kaitlyn is one of our favorite guests and an intellectual juggernaut. We're always very excited to speak with her! All things Kaitlyn can be found here: kaitlynschiess.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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401 - The History of the Church - with Phil Vischer 1:15:23

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401 401 401 401 401 401 401 401 - The History of the Church. This episode, Mike and Tim continue the 400 celebration by welcoming the next member of the Holy Post, Phil Vischer. Phil joins to discuss the history of the Church in America. How did we get to where we are? What were each of the cultural shifts? Who was behind the wheel each time? What were the motives? Why do we go along when we know it may be off course? Why is the Christian church the most splintered (denominationally/belief wise) it is the one true faith? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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400 - The Future of the Church - with Skye Jethani 1:06:29

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400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 episodes!! First and foremost, thank you, thank you, thank you. Many of you are new, many of you have been here from the start. It's been rad. This episode we bring back good friend Skye Jethani from our cousin podcast, the Holy Post. Skye joined us for episode 200 to discuss the Future of the Church... how has his opinion changed in the last few years? What direction does he see the Church headed now? How have culture and church politics intertwined? How does one inform the other? Is there hope for the Church or is the model outdated?? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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399 - Gospel & Gombis: Part Three 1:05:34

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Gospel & Gombis: Part Three. Guess who's back? Back again. Gombis is back. Back again. Dr. Timothy Freakin Gombis joins Mike and Tim for another installment of Gospel & Gombis. This episode, Mike asks Gombis, "What is sin?" How does the Bible actually speak about it? How does it differ from what we grew up with? Why is it often personified? How does Heath Ledger's Joker from The Dark Knight fit in? What is forgiveness? What is salvation?? What is the Gospel??? How do we parse through what we've inherited vs. what the Bible is actually advocating for?? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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398 - Revelation - Part Six: Time After Time 58:51

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Time After Time. Welcome back to the Book of Revelation. Today, we look at time and how John speaks about it and uses it in the letter. How are we to see and process the present age and the age to come? How do we interact with the overlap? What does it ask of us? What is the Now and Not Yet to temporal beings? How is this framing of time inconsistent with how we've grown with this book? What does it suppose about baptism...? How many folks would like a series on the disciplines? A better understanding of them and what they are asking of us? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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397 - God & Guns: Lament For Another School Shooting 1:23:09

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There was another school shooting in Tennessee last week. Evelyn Dieckhaus, 9; Mike Hill, 61; William Kinney, 9; Katherine Koonce, 60; Cynthia Peak, 61; and Hallie Scruggs, 9. Mike walks us through the event itself, scripture being bastardized in response and what the Bible actually says about violence. Lord, we grieve so heavily, again, over this loss of precious and innocent life. We pray that their communities would come alongside them, love and sit with them. We pray that we do not grow calloused and accepting of this continuing and escalating violence. Father, we ask that you would soften the hearts and open the eyes of your people. That they would see this violence for what it is. That they would choose life and the edification of humanity over rights and tools of destruction Father, we pray that you would give courage and integrity to those we have chosen to lead. Give them discernment and clarity, wisdom and empathy. Father, allow them to see these tragedies for what they are and to act accordingly. Father, grant us all the courage to see your kingdom here and now, to advocate for the upside down nature of you vision and to love our neighbors, all of them. May they know us by our love. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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396 - Tell Her Story - with Dr. Nijay Gupta 1:07:21

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Tell Her Story. Dr. Nijay Gupta joins Mike and Tim to discuss his new book, "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church." First, Dr. Gupta talks about his own journey and study. If women can’t be trusted with teaching or leading at church, why should they be trusted teaching other women or children? Did the first century understand terms like patriarchy? How does Paul speak about his ministry associates, Phoebe, Prisca, and Junia? Why Mary as the caretaker of the Messiah? How do ideas of status and gender relate? How have we taken our own patriarchal structures and superimposed them onto scripture? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - Songs of Resistance: Wandering From the Fold 22:37

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Songs of Resistance: Wandering From the Fold. AKA, Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. Welcome to another mini series of The Wanderer, this time focused on trying to understand and define worship. Each episode will look at the history of a particular Hymn and its origin story, how it may have roots in Justice and what it may encourage us to participate in today. Further, every episode will end with a recorded version of the song by Tim, to listen to after walking through the song's history. This week, a well known oft sung Hymn and one of Tim's favorites: "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing." What was Robert Robinson's (Bob) journey? While this isn't a justice oriented song as the others have been, what can we glean? How does scripture in form the lyrics? What's an Ebenezer ?? How did his own song come back to minister to himself? Tim covers some of the history, but not all. Bob had a long journey that was fraught with turmoil. He had a long ministry that many loved but ostracized him at times as well. He was married and had 12(!) kids. This is the long road. Some points of reference: "Was He Too Prone to Wander?" ⁠ by Bruce Hindmarsh Tim's rendition, "Wandering From the Fold," can be heard on ⁠SPOTIFY ⁠, ⁠ APPLE MUSIC ⁠ or any other streaming platform. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠ Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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395 - Reorientation to the Center 1:03:37

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Reorientation to the Center. This episode, Mike and Tim read an email asking about how to approach 'Church discipline.' Mike takes us on a journey through the 'centered' approach and how 'Church discipline' should look more like a reorientation to the center. Tim asks questions about the church model and how it is built to set up Pastors for failure. How can we better change the model? How can the chasm or wall built between the public and private self be dismantled so that Pastors can share vulnerability and struggle more openly? How does the performative nature of Church feed this? How does capitalism?? If you are in vocational ministry and are hanging by a thread and would like to attend the first VOXOLOGY Pastor's Gathering, email us at hello@voxpodcast.com. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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394 - About That Article... - with Suzie Lind & Katie Haseltine 1:24:34

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About That Article... This week, Mike and Tim invite friends Pastor Suzie Lind and Author Katie Haseltine to share their perspective, wisdom and experience as women in the Church, in light of the article published by the Gospel Coalition. How has a woman's sexuality been framed? How was a woman's relation to a man set up? What trauma does this all bring into a relationship? How does it continue in the marriage? What about for men? How has this imbalanced dichotomy effected men's understanding of their own sexuality? How does it effect the way men, the Church and society view and treat women? What does the Bible say? First, Mike takes us through a review of the first six chapters of the book, "Beautiful Union," that this article was taken from. What does it get wrong theologically? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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393 - Revelation - Part Five: Revelation for the Rest of Us - with Dr. Scot McKnight & Cody Matchett 1:10:54

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Revelation - Part Five: Revelation for the Rest of Us . This episode, authors Dr. Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett join Mike and Tim to discuss their new book "Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple." Cody and Dr. McKnight walk us through how to approach the book and how it should be read. Should Revelation be read backwards? How was the first century to interpret the booK? How are we now? What role does Babylon play? How are we to relate to Babylon today? Dr. McKnight and Cody's book can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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392 - Revelation Part Four: Genre 45:05

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Revelation Part Four: Genre . How is genre important? How did first century Christians read this? How did they know to approach it? How do we? What do we do with the information we have??? First, Mike and Tim discuss the SBC disfellowshipping Saddleback Church over having women pastors as well as other male patronizing stories from the Church this week. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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391 - Gospel & Gombis: Part Two 1:07:49

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Gospel & Gombis: Part Two . Okokok. Suffering? The Problem of Evil? Powers and Principalities??? Today, Mike and Tim are joined by the brilliant Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss evil and how a good God "allows" it. What does scripture say? Is God an absentee landlord? Why do bad things happen to good people? How was this the best model? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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390 - Revelation - Part Three: Apocalypse 1:19:35

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Revelation - Part Three: Apocalypse . This episode, Mike and Tim begin a conversation on 'genre,' and how the original audience understood and entered into the 'apocalyptic literature' of Revelation. How does the first sentence set up the book? What are we to understand from the time period? How does time itself inform how we approach Revelation? How is the Bible like a Barnes & Noble or any bookstore? How have we done a disservice to the text with a linear approach? First, Mike and Tim discuss an email asking about the "He Gets Us" ad campaign that will feature during the Super Bowl. Is this how "evangelism" should look? Would Jesus use this approach? Is more eyes on Jesus a good or bad thing, especially in a commercial setting? And Tim shares some Tim's Troubled Times over extreme conservatives who are attacking schools and why did Trump execute three times as many people during his Presidency that the US had in the last 60 years? Characteristics of Apocalyptic Literature: 1. Pseudonymous 2. Narrative Form 3. Filled with Symbolism 4. Employs esoteric language interpreted through a heavenly intermediary 5. Characterized by Dualism 6. Treats the final events as imminent. 7. Expresses a pessimistic view of the present time 8. Deterministic Future As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - Songs of Resistance: Dangers, Toils & Snares 31:33

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Songs of Resistance: Dangers, Toils & Snares . AKA, Amazing Grace. Welcome to another mini series of The Wanderer, this time focused on trying to understand and define worship. Each episode will look at the history of a particular Hymn and its origin story, how it may have roots in Justice and what it may encourage us to participate in today. Further, every episode will end with a recorded version of the song by Tim, to listen to after walking through the song's history. This week, it is what is most likely the most famous and well known song of all time: "Amazing Grace." What is the history of this song? How has it lasted so long? Why is it so popular? Tim covers some of the history, but not all. There was Newton being exiled himself, his father rescuing him. The relationship between himself and William Cowper, William Wilberforce... William Walker (so many Williams...). The Second Great Awakening , Dwight Moody... There is so much to cover. But the main piece is, what is Grace? How does it inform our lives? How does justice and resistance play in? This is the long road. Some points of reference: "John Newton: From Disgrace to Amazing Grace," by Jonathan Aitkin " Why Obama's Singing of 'Amazing Grace' is so Powerful, " by Sarah L. Kaufman Tim's rendition, " Dangers, Toils & Snares ," can be heard on SPOTIFY , APPLE MUSIC or any other streaming platform. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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389 - Tyre Nichols and Police Reform - with Nicholas Sensley 1:22:24

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Tyre Nichols and Police Reform . Today, Mike and Tim welcome a new friend, retired Chief Nicholas Sensley, who heads up The Institute for American Policing Reform (IAPR) . Nick talks to Mike and Time about his upbringing and experiences with police as a young African American boy. Why did he want to become a police officer? How did his time in the military speak into it? Despite the fact that the five officers who beat Tyre Nichols to death, was this a racially motivated crime? How do we begin to change this narrative in America? What does the Institute for American Policing Reform do? How can we help? Mike and Tim begin with an email critique of their condescending tone towards dispensationalism from the previous episode. And, Seth! The Institute for American Policing Reform (IAPR) can be found here: https://www.americanpolicingreform.org/ If you have supported the podcast via Patreon or Tithe.ly, are in Southern California and would like to attend the hang out with Mike and Tim, please email: hello@voxpodcast.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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388 - Revelation - Part Two: Left Behind 1:08:56

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Revelation Part Two: Left Behind . Today, Mike takes us on a journey through a few hot button, five cent words: Dispensationalism! Tribulation! Rapture! The Millennium! How have we gotten to where we are with the prophetic, futurist view we have of Revelation? What do all these terms mean? How did they become all encompassing with our understanding of the book? How do we detach from all of that to see what is really being said? Mike and Tim spend the first part of the episode discussing a listener email that prompts a conversation about why bad things happen to faithful people. Does God really bring good from all things? Does God allow or prompt evil so that good may prevail?What are we to do with sickness and tragedy? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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387 - Revelation - Part One: An Introduction 1:02:36

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Revelation - Part One: An Introduction . Welcome to the first podcast video episode. Today, we're starting a new series digging into one of the most misunderstood and weaponized books of the Bible. To start, we're looking at the different ways throughout history that Revelation has been approached and therefore applied. Mike offers a library of texts that he's used to study. How does the book of Revelation tie into Christian Nationalism? How do we frame it? We're beginning a journey into dragons and antichrists (or maybe not). Get ready! This episode is also on youtube! With our faces! Watch here: www.youtube.com/@voxology As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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386 - Gospel and Gombis: Part One 1:01:47

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Gospel and Gombis . Starting a new series of conversations with Dr. Timothy Freakin Gombis that will feature once a month or so. This is the “Gospel” we received growing up: I am a sinner. God’d wrath is upon me and that wrath is a judgment that occurs after I die. If I have not accepted Christ then I am damned to Hell where I am tortured for an eternity. However, if that process is interrupted and someone shares the Gospel with me and I pray a prayer that invites Jesus into my heart, then won that day of judgment I am welcomed into Heaven… What is the invitation to Jesus? How has the way we have individualized the Gospel effected its message? What did the phrase ‘the Kingdom of God’ cultivate in people and their communities in Jesus’s time? What was the invitation then? What is the Kingdom invitation now? What have we added to it to confuse or distort the invitation? 18:00 - The Gospel and Gombis As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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385 - Celebrities For Jesus - with Katelyn Beaty 57:33

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Celebrities For Jesus . Today, Mike and Tim welcome new friend, Katelyn Beaty, to discuss her book, "Celebrities For Jesus: How Personas, Platforms, and Profits Are Hurting the Church." Katelyn offers insight from her time at Christianity Today as to the dangers, causes and damage 'celebrity' had brought to the Church. What role do we all play? Is the damage reversible and if so, how? How did this happen? What is the difference between celebrity and fame? Katelyn can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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384 - Hope & Despair in the New Year - with Pastor Suzie Lind 1:12:18

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Hope & Despair in the New Year . Pastor and friend Suzie Lind joins Mike and Tim to discuss Christianity Today's top 20 stories of 2022. What do these stories say about the Church? What do they say about us? What do they say to the world? What better questions could we ask? What better ways could we respond to controversy and abuse? First, everyone sits down with two listener questions about how to leave a Church well, in a New Creation way and how does one, as a Youth Pastor, change the event driven model? We at VOXOLOGY are so very grateful to all of you supporting and partnering with us on this long road. Thank you, thank you, thank you. The Christianity Today article we discuss can be read HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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383 - Taking Christ out of Christmas - with Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh 52:59

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Taking Christ out of Christmas. It's Christmas time here at Voxology. Today, we're joined by our good friend and Pastor, Bethany Nass Cseh, to talk about the day we set aside to celebrate the birth of Jesus. How did Christmas become the celebration it is today? What were the circumstances around the Christ's actual birth? What beef do we all have with Christmas traditions? What would Jesus want from a celebration of His birth? We spend a lot of time talking about Mary. The scandal of her pregnancy. Her Magnificat in Luke. The role of a Mother to a savior ad His need for her. Some of the beauty that is lost in the blood and flesh of the incarnation. First, we discuss a Tweet proclaiming that the reason men don't attend Church is because it's too effeminate :/ Bethany's books can be found here: Stepping Into Advent & Stepping Into Lent . As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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382 - Women as Elders 55:19

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Women as Elders . After establishing women in teaching and leading roles, Mike and Tim turn to a few listener questions that deal with whether or not women can serve as Elders. Is the term Elder used in the Bible? If so, how? What are the qualifications expressed? Are they gendered? What examples do we have of women leading and what do we know of their roles? We do we do so many mental gymnastics to keep men in charge? First, the Erre boys discuss the year in review and then Tim brings in a few Strange Stories about a possible Vampire buried beneath the Notre Dame Cathedral and a new study that determines how American Evangelicals picture the face of God. 0:00 - Errecane 4:50 - Strange Stories 13:30 - Women as Elders As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Article on God's Face study: HERE Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - Songs of Resistance: Minuit Chrétien 26:13

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Songs of Resistance: Minuit Chrétien . Welcome to another mini series of The Wanderer, this time focused on trying to understand and define worship. Each episode will look at the history of a particular Hymn and its origin story, how it may have roots in Justice and what it may encourage us to participate in today. Further, every episode will end with a recorded version of the song by Tim, to listen to after walking through the song's history. This first episode looks at the Christmas time hymn, "O Holy Night," and how it became an abolitionist anthem. How can it challenge us today? What role does music like this serve in our lives? Here, in this first episode, Tim briefly speaks to the genesis of this series and his struggles with modern worship and how they led to his no longer leading (or singing, or participating, or not cringing). What is worship? What does God ask of us in this? How to we enter into counter programming to rewire the way we worship and operate on a daily basis. This is the long road. Some points of reference: https://www.thoughtco.com/ https://www.americamagazine.org/ https://relevantmagazine.com/ The vintage sample is by Kenny Baker in 1938 https://archive.org/ As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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381 - Women, Theology & Leadership 1:10:04

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Women, Theology & Leadership . Meet one of our new favorite guests, Dr. Lynn Cohick. Dr. Cohick joins us to dive deeper into the scripture commonly used to advocate for women's non leadership roles in the Church. Dr. Cohick walks us through the broader context around Paul's letters and Genesis, specific women and the roles they played in early Church history and how Paul broke social constructs to advocate for Kingdom Dynamics. It's a really wonderful conversation! Dr. Cohick serves as Provost and Dean of Academic Affairs of Northern Seminary in Lisle, Illinois. She is also leading the development of DMin and MA programs in women's studies, and the Women's Center for Leadership at Northern Seminary. Dr. Cohick's podcast, The Alabaster Jar , can be found here: PODCAST Dr. Cohick's books can be found here: BOOKS As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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380 - How White Evangelicals Think - with Dr. Dave Verhaagen 1:05:24

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How White Evangelicals Think: The Psychology of Conservative White Christians . This episode, Mike and Tim sit down with Dr. Dave Verhaagen to discuss his new book about how white Evangelicals think. We hear how folks in this country (and probably without as well) look at how many white Christians, particularly evangelicals, continually espouse beliefs and opinions that are seemingly antithetical to the Christian faith (holding racist attitudes / supporting conspiracy theories / aligning with nationalistic and authoritarian movements / becoming hostile toward the different and marginalized). Dave, a nationally board-certified psychologist and author, "tackles the challenge of explaining the psychology behind what has become the unique mind of the modern white Christian. Each chapter explores one or more robust psychological principles that help make sense of why white Christians think like they do" So, how do we define evangelical? How can we all view the world so differently? Where does all the fear come from? And the narcissism?!? Dave Verhaagen is a licensed and national board-certified psychologist. You can find him, and his book, HERE: drverhaagen.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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379 - What's Up, 1 Timothy 2?!? 1:06:43

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What's Up, 1 Timothy 2?!? All roads in the conversation for Biblical Masculinity and Biblical Femininity lead here: 1 Timothy 2, the scripture most used to keep women out of leadership roles. Today, Mike takes us on a deep dive to show how this is NOT what Paul was advocating for. What is the full context of Paul's letter? Who is he talking to? What is he addressing? We have seen that Paul had women in leadership roles throughout his ministry, so what is he saying here? What is Gnosticism? How does the full context of Genesis, the gospel and everything in-between inform Paul's writings? This verse has been used for decades to sublimate women. While you can do all things with a verse taken out of context, maybe don't :) 12:00 - 1 Timothy 2 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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378 - Asking Better Questions of the Bible - with Marty Solomon and Tyler Chernesky 1:01:28

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Asking Better Questions of the Bible - with Marty Solomon and Tyler Chernesky Today we sit down with an old friend of the pod, Tyler Chernesky and a new friend: Author, teacher and host of the BEMA podcast, Marty Solomon. Marty has a new book coming out titled, “Asking Better Questions of the Bible: A Guide for the Wounded, Wary, and Longing for More.” Marty tells us his story, what prompted a deeper, humble pursuit of what the scriptures offer. How do we cultivate curiosity? How can we be more courageous in asking questions? Is holding a ‘high view of scripture’ knowing it can handle your doubts and pursuits? How has Marty’s Jewish heritage informed his studies? It’s a really fun, honest conversation that encourages a heart and mind that can ask better questions and hold mystery. Marty’s Website: www.martysolomon.com 5:00 - Tim’s Troubled Times 10:00 - Seth Time 16:20 - Interview with Marty and Tyler As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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377 - Woman Up! 1:12:28

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Woman Up! Biblical masculinity does not mean devaluing women. Mike and Tim begin a conversation that will (next week) lead into 1 Timothy. What does the Bible actually say about women? Where does the complimentarian ideology come from? How did Jesus upend customs? How did Paul? First, Mike and Tim interact with a few listener emails... If not the biblical masculinity standards, then what? Or, is the idea of standards in general missing the mark? Do they all lead to a performance of gender? What about the opposite message, to be nice and kind and avoid conflict and accept abuse…? How do we process and use anger? What does righteous anger look like when trying to emulate Jesus? How did Jesus express or process anger? What were the circumstances? 3:40 - Mailbag 29:30 - Biblical Femininity As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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376 - Man Down! 58:16

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Man Down! Today, Mike and Tim do some follow up work on the biblical masculinity conversation. So many listeners emailed in with follow up questions and the hosts sit down to talk through a few. How do the Sons of Thunder fit into the masculinity conversation? Was Jesus counter to the patriarchal culture? And if so, how? How does Sutton Turner's divulgence of Mark Driscoll's violent behavior, the attack on Paul Pelosi and the Jerry Falwell Jr. documentary play into all of this? One of the questions asked about Ephesians 5 and how Paul's command for wives to submit to their husbands worked to undo the 'curses' from Genesis. Mike takes us on a deep dive into the Greek, the culture of the time and the Church in Ephesus. What was the cultural dynamic and hierarchy? How did Paul's teaching usurp that? How do complementation folks misuse this scripture and what are they missing?? This resurgence of 'biblical masculinity' has become a large conversation in the evangelical arena. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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375 - How to be a Christian Nationalist - with Kaitlyn Schiess 51:19

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How to be a Christian Nationalist . Today, we are joined by author, Holy Post CoHost, friend of the podcast and one of our favorite guests, Kaitlyn Schiess, to discuss Christian Nationalism and our place within it. What is a Pastor's roll in speaking on national events or issues? How do they establish trust with that? What is our expectation of them? How do those of us who are against the idea of Christian Nationalism engage? How do we understand and navigate the Holy Spirit? How do we know what is a prompting or how to understand or decipher it's movements??? This is a really wonderful conversation with Kaitlyn! Kaitlyn Schiess can be found here: kaitlynschiess.com Introduction: 0:00 Conversation with Kaitlyn: 02:57 Previous Episodes with Kaitlyn: Midnight Mass & The Liturgy of Politics As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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374 - Man Up! 1:25:07

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Man Up! There has been a resurgence of Christian rhetoric around 'Biblical Masculinity,' with conferences like Man Up! and books that speak to the 'Masculinity of Jesus,' railing against the effeminate, egalitarian, 'soft' Jesus. Today, we take walk through Genesis 1 to see what the Bible actually says about gender and the the imposed hierarchy of male and female. Why do Christians want to uphold the macho man, head of the house aspect of masculinity so much? How does the creation story unfold? Were women created solely as servants and the 'lesser' sex? How do the words during the human creation actually translate? What was our intended purpose and how did our 'curses' after the garden speak to that? How did everything get so twisted? There's a lot to unpack. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Tim's Halloween Album can be found here: Spotify . Apple Music . Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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373 - Revolutions & Revolutionaries - w/ Suzie Lind and Tim Gombis 1:30:49

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Revolutions & Revolutionaries . Today we have an all-star episode. First, Pastor Suzie Lind joins us to discuss what is happening in Iran. Suzie, who was born in Iran and still has family there, tells her story and offers some insight into the protests, violence and struggles the women of that country are in. What is the history there that brought them to this moment? What are the women fighting for? What warning signs can we see in our own country of a similar trajectory? How can we help? Then we bring in Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss ideologies and why it has become so difficult navigate these current waters. What does it look like to love your neighbors with whom you vehemently disagree? What did Jesus do? How did Paul navigate? How are we to use their examples today? How do we enter into difficult conversations? These are two of our most favorite voices to interact with! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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372 - A Captive Mind - with Chris Nye 1:04:36

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A Captive Mind . Today, Mike and Tim chat with new friend Chris Nye about his new book, "A Captive Mind: Christianity, Ideologies, and Staying Sane in a World Gone Mad." Chris is a former pastor and current author who lives in Portland, Oregon. We have a great discussion about ideologies and how we become subject to them. How does Christianity relate to this captivity? What do we do when folks let go of 'faith' for rhetoric? What role does patience and humility play in our relationship to the world, but also to a Church that has become captive to ideologies of their own?? Is Christianity an idea or an event and what is the difference? How does the Gospel of Jesus change this conversation? It's a really important conversation for us, today. First, Mike discusses a letter and book that was sent to him on how to vote and Tim brings up the Herschel Walker fiasco as well as folks running for office unabashedly claiming the 'Christian Nationalist' title. How has holding these ideologies changed the way the conservative agenda is sought? How do we enter into conversation with folks who cling to their rhetoric despite its hollowness? You can interact with, and find Chris's book: HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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371 - Having the Mind of Christ - with Ben Sternke and Matt Tebbe 1:10:33

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Having the Mind of Christ . Today, Mike and Tim sit down with Pastors, podcasters and leadership trainers Ben Sternke and Matt Tebbe, to discuss their new book " Having the Mind of Christ: Eight Axioms to Cultivate a Robust Faith ." The group talks about their Gravity Leadership program, both the podcast and their leadership training, as well as the church they founded, The Table, in Indiana. What lead them to plant the church? What did they see in a previous church experience and how did they change those habits? What does it look like to 'have the mind of Christ?' The book, through 8 'axioms' that offer a new set of lenses to see through, looks at common pitfalls within our well practiced discipleship efforts, with a focus on " practices rather than doing the deeper work of learning a new paradigm ." Sternke and Tebbe advocate for a new way of seeing ourselves, the World and God through each of these practices. Mike and Tim also spend time discussing an email sent in from a Pastor and listener of the pod who is struggling with wether or not to leave the pastorate. Where is the line between cruciformity and martyrdom? When is it time to leave? What is irreparable and what is worth fighting for? How can Pastors lead when congregates offer only ultimatums? Matt and Ben's church can be found here: www.thetableindy.org Gravity Leadership can be found here: gravityleadership.com Their book, Having the Mind of Christ: Eight Axioms to Cultivate a Robust Faith , can be purchased here: gravityleadership.com/book As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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370 - Insulted - Part Three: Friend of Sinners 56:11

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Insulted - Part Three: Friend of Sinners . This episode we are venturing back into understanding Jesus through the insults that were hurled at him. Today, it's the claim that he was a 'glutton, a drunkard and a friend of sinners.' As Jesus subverted what was expected of Him, He also provoked conversations about who was welcome and why. What was the cultural context of this? What did sinner mean? Who was calling Jesus this and what was the reason for it? What is the history that leads up to Jesus and what dis His actions say to the community? How was He a glutton and a drunkard and what did that mean both in action and cultural context?!? First, Tim shares a new piece of 'Timbits!' This is good the church is doing in the world, a counter to Tim's Troubled Times. A listener emails in and shares about her church in Canada and what it's doing to reach out to the community around them and lament the pain the church has caused there. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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369 - In Your Attempt to Both Sides Everything... 1:04:15

2 years temu1:04:15

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In Your Attempt to Both Sides Everything... This episode, Mike and Tim attempt to tie up the conversation on Faithful vs. Effective. Mike brings some miserable musings on Al Mohler and his recent speech to 'pray, vote and stand' against the left and it's place amongst the marrying of the evangelical and politically right. This deepens the conversation on how we are to reimagine and think beyond the two dimensional political reality we live in. How can we usurp our 'two-sides' thinking to have a more nuanced and Christlike view of the world and our neighbors? Tim has a terrible time with the recent political stunt by Governors DeSantis and Abbott shipping immigrants to Martha's Vineyard. What do we do when human lives are used as pawns? If we don't fight, then what?? The bulk of the episode is centered on a critique Mike was given via email on both sidesing everything. Mike responds and a conversation is had about the true thesis of these last few episodes as well as most 'political' VOXOLOGY episodes. Is there a both sides? Is there life beyond the binary? How are we meant to resist? How do we advocate for change? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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368 - Not Over, But Alongside - with Pastor Suzie Lind 1:44:57

2 years temu1:44:57

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Not Over, But Alongside. Today, Pastor Suzie Lind joins Mike and Tim to conclude a conversation that started two weeks ago about fighting back against a religious right that is looking for power in order to mandate morality. How do we approach this practically and not rhetorically? What does a cruciform life look like when we can see others in our tribe exerting power over? How do we not become that which we resist? What of the fear of Christians openly embracing and advocating violence? Mike brings in some content on what it means to be not-of-this-world. How did Jesus speak to Israel resisting Rome? Who are we in that conversations and how do we apply Jesus's specific words then to now? How do we remain a people of hope when so many in our own tribe advocate fear??? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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367 - Masters of (Culture) War 1:23:23

2 years temu1:23:23

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Masters of (Culture) War. Last week, Tim posed a question to Mike on how we respond to an Evangelical culture that seeks power over. It turned into an episode long conversation. Today, Mike and Tim read and interact with listener responses and questions on the topic. How do we avoid all the same trappings of culture warring and empty loving? Is loving your neighbor only within your community, passive? Is advocating a 3rd way just a practice of avoiding what the right and left are up to? How do we avoid rhetoric that is devoid of action, or, worse, rhetoric that removes involvement? What does it mean to turn the other cheek? Mike also brings in ideas from and discusses the book "American Evangelicalism: Embattled and Thriving," by Christian Smith (Found HERE ) to further the conversation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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366 - Faithful vs. Effective 58:55

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Faithful vs. Effective . Two words we possibly misunderstand or misapply to our lives, our 'calling,' and our relationships to both God and one another. Today, Tim hijacks the conversation to ask Mike about fighting back against a religious right that is looking to emulate Hungary and seize more governmental power in order to mandate morality. It is a very raw conversation. Tim is struggling with the 'focus on your community' approach and asks Mike about staying idle when people are being harmed in God's name. How far does staying on your cross extend? What is the actual cruciform posture? If we aren't meant to also seize power to help, what are we supposed to do? Do we allow people like Floridian governor Ron DeSantis to bastardize and weaponize scripture to rile up his religious base? Sean Feucht?? What was Jesus's approach? What of the early church? As Howard Zinn posited, can we not stay neutral on a moving train? The NYTimes article referenced can be read here: How the American Right Fell in Love With Hungary As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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365 - Insulted - Part Two: Blasphemer 1:02:27

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Insulted - Part Two: Blasphemer . We continue this week with a series that attempts to understand the human side of Jesus by way of the insults levied against Him. What is a blasphemer? How do we understand that now vs. then? What was the accusation? In what ways was Jesus accused of blaspheming, and what were the implications? How did He respond and what does His response teach us? What did it show the accusers at the time?? So much to unpack from simple Bible story verses we've all heard and likely gloss over. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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364 - Insulted - Part One: Bastard 1:05:35

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Insulted - Part One: Bastard . Tim has been asking for a while about the human side of Jesus. While we celebrate and teach heavily on the deistic part of Jesus, being one with God, we know very little about the human part of Jesus. Mike and Tim begin a series today looking at part of that, through the insults and degradations hurled at Jesus in the gospels, and what they meant at that time. What do they show us? How was Jesus's lineage in question? What did His birth say about him, culturally? What was in question? Why did Jesus's birth play out the way it did? What are the cultural implications? First, Mike and Tim read a couple of emails responding to the topic of being cruciform as Nurse Practitioners, etc. and prescription addiction, from two listeners who work in similar situations. And another that offers a different perspective to the Jordan Peterson/masculinity conversation, from a listener who has been made to feel unwelcome in church communities. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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363 - Light - Part Five: Radar Love 1:10:15

3 years temu1:10:15

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Light - Part Five: Radar Love . JK! Last week wasn't the final installment of our 'Light' series. Today we (might) wrap it up, looking at our inherited understanding of evangelism, a play on ‘ This Little Light of Mine …’ Where does God exist? Is it He that arrives or us? Why do we use terminology like’Bringing Jesus to people,’ or inviting God? Are there certain areas or times God is present? Also: Is Cracker Barrel ‘woke?’ How can or should a brother speak into a seemingly toxic relationship his sister is in? How can that be done in a cruciform way? How, too, can a Physician’s Assistant navigate patients who are in pain and want prescriptions that could be harmful? How can that conversation be had in a Christ like way?? These are real world, real time circumstances… As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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362 - Light - Part Four: Truthing in Love 1:11:23

3 years temu1:11:23

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Light - Part Four: Truthing in Love . Today we wrap up our series ‘Light’ on understanding evangelism, a play on ‘ This Little Light of Mine …’ What does a cruciform life actually mean and look like? What does it mean to take up your cross? What does it mean to come down from your cross? How have we distorted the scripture on ‘Speaking Truth in Love?’ What is the full context of that chapter and book? As we see the message of the gospel; as we come to understand good and bad krinó (judgment); as we come to realize what a cruciform life looks like as a community, how do these all reform our understanding of evangelism?? How do they change our view of Sunday morning?? We also respond to a few emails pushing back on our criticism of Jordan Peterson and his video on masculinity. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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361 - When Necessary, Use Words 1:11:37

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When Necessary, Use Words . Mike and Tim dive in on listener emails asking questions and clarifications about the current series on evangelism (there are so many great, provoking questions!). If Jesus is the full representation of God, where do women fit into the image of God? How is evangelism more than kind words? As the version of ‘American Christianity’ festers over seas, how can we ‘one another’ our brothers and sisters, not only in the world, but within the church? What does Paul mean by ‘ambassador’ in 2 Corinthians and how are we to think about and relate to his meaning? There is so much more… As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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360 - Light - Part Three: Jordan Peterson, Masculinity & ‘One Another’ 1:11:21

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Light - Part Three: Jordan Peterson, Masculinity & ‘One Another.’ Yowza. Today, we continue our conversation on 'evangelism.' First, Mike and Tim discuss Sean Feucht's not surprising enormous pay day from his 'let us worship' shenanigans. How do people like Sean hide in plain sight and why do some gravitate to it? Also, Mike and Tim react to a new video from Jordan Peterson on the need to save masculinity and how it's dying out. Why aren't men coming to church as much anymore? What is healthy masculinity? What is it that needs to be saved or do we need to let it die? Is evangelism imposing our understanding of righteousness on others? Or is it something else? Is it the Church's job to influence society, or is it our job to be influenced by Christ?!? Mike gives us 59 (!) ' one another ' statements from the New Testament and then he and Tim discuss what those mean for us as Christians and how they speak to our place in the world. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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359 - Light - Part Two: Fullness of the Fullness 1:05:28

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Light - Part Two: Fullness of the Fullness . Today we continue the series on the idea of Evangelism called ‘Light,’ a play on ‘ This Little Light of Mine …’ Jesus was the fullness of God. How did people in the 1st century witness as Jesus followers? How do we reflect Jesus? How do we reflect the fullness of God? What postures and attitudes do we embody in this world? How do we image the beauty of Jesus? And how does all that play into “evangelism?” If it isn’t arguing people in or convincing someone to pray a prayer, how does it actually look? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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358 - Abortion, Adoption & Accommodation (PG-13) - with Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh 1:12:55

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Abortion, Adoption & Accommodation. Rated PG-13 (Some topics in this episode may be too adult for young ears). Mike and Tim invite their good friend, Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh back to the podcast to offer her thoughts and wisdom on the topics of 'Abortion & Adoption.' Bethany shares part of her journey as well as responds with Mike and Tim to emailed in listener stories and questions/push back. How can the Church become the safe place for women to wrestle with these decisions? How can men be held more accountable in the abortion conversation? How can men be encouraged to take more responsibility? How can we better love all women, no matter their choices? Can the Church be effective trying to cause change from the top? How did Jesus approach effective change? You can see and hear Bethany preach online for Catalyst Church: HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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357 - Light - Part One: Bearers of the Name 59:52

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Light: Bearers of the Name . Today we are starting a new series on the idea of Evangelism called ‘Light,’ a play on ‘This Little Light of Mine…’ We begin with what a name is. How were names used in the ancient world? How does it differ from now? How does God refer to Himself when asked? What does taking the name ‘Christian’ really mean? How does His name differ from how our names are used today? What of the name Jesus? How do we can bear His name individually; how can it rest over a place; how do we can walk in a way that can bear His name? What does ‘Hallowed be Thy name’ mean in this? How doe we profane His name? How does this set up the idea of Evangelism??? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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Roe v. Wade 39:37

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Mike and I sat down to record the podcast for next Monday but couldn’t escape the news today. What’s not lost on us, first of all, is that we are two white, middle aged men adding our voices to the conversation. So we attempt to do so humbly. This is very raw and in the moment. As we all try to navigate the spiritual, social and moral implications of today’s decision, we invite everyone to take a moment with us to listen and make room for lament and grief. How do we strive and really seek to love our neighbors in all areas of our lives? What does it really mean to emulate a God who serves and invests in the long term aspects of human daily life? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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356 - Jesus and the Forces of Death - with Dr. Matthew Thiessen 1:16:16

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Jesus and the Forces of Death . Today Mike and Tim are joined by Suzie P. Lind and Dr. Matthew Thiessen, who is an associate professor of religious studies at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, to discuss ritual impurity. Heyo! What is ritual impurity? How do ritual impurity and moral impurity differ, or do they? Can we fully appreciate how the Gospel writers communicate Jesus’s significance apart from an accurate understanding of the ways in which first-century Jews constructed their world? Do we often misunderstand the Gospel writers’ depictions of Jesus because we naturally force what we read through our modern lenses and definitions? How do we translate what we read into what we can understand currently? Was Jesus Jewish, but not that Jewish? Do we pick and choose as readers what Jewish aspects we want Jesus to have to support our narrative? Where do corpses and blood fit in?? This one is a wild ride into theologically nerdy territory. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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355 - The Jewishness of the Gospel - with Dr. Jen Rosner 1:12:36

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The Jewishness of the Gospel . Today, Mike and Tim sit down with Dr. Jen Rosner, to discus her new book “ Finding Messiah: A Journey into the Jewishness of the Gospel .” Jen, who was born Jewish and later became a Christian, walks us through her own Journey and what she found in study as she reconciled the two traditions and bridges the ancient rift between Jewish identity and Christian faith. How do we so often forget that Jesus was Jewish? How did his Jewish identity inform his work, words, and witness? “When we begin to understand Christianity’s indelible relationship to Judaism, key aspects of the Christian faith come alive and the wonder of the gospel becomes clear in new and powerful ways. Rediscover the Jewish Jesus, and in so doing, experience a deeper and richer faith than ever before.” Dr. Rosner is an Affiliate Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary. You can connect with Jen and purchase her book HERE . As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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354 - Image - Part Nine: Works - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:22:17

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Image - Part Nine: Works - with Dr. Timothy Gombis. Gombis joins us again to offer his wisdom on the topic of ‘works,’ as we close out the Image series. What is the difference between works and deeds? How does that play out in day to day actions? How does ‘works’ play into ‘faith,’ ‘grace’ and ‘saved?’ We’re continuing our series on Imaging, focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Mike and Tim also spend some time responding to a few listener emails: What are we saying when we speak of having grace for ourselves? Is that an accurate use of that word? Should Christians avoid public office or do we need to have “godly” people in government? What does a posture of learning look like when you’re an older parent and have held one posture of understanding for decades? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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353 - Uvalde, the SBC & Prayers of the People - with Pastor Suzie Lind 1:20:56

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Uvalde, the SBC & Prayers of the People . Mike and Tim are joined by Executive Pastor and Elder of Journey Church Suzie Lind to discuss the events of the past week, including the sexual abuse report from the Southern Baptist Convention and the mass shooting in Uvalde Texas. It is a very raw conversation as everyone tries to sort out postures and directions forward. At the end of the conversation, Suzie, Mike and Tim engage in another 'Prayers of the People.' Lord, we pray for the people and children who have been subjugated and abused by institutions or those in power, but specifically within your church. Lord that you would bring healing and peace and freedom to those who have been hurt and who have been hiding or have been made to feel shameful by their abusers. Father, we pray that there would be Justice and a complete dismantling of the church that hides and protects those that prey on others, that marginalizes and exerts power over. Lord have mercy. Father God, we pray for the families of Uziyah Garcia, Jose Flores, Amerie Jo Garza, Xavier Javier Lopez, Nevaeh Bravo, Alithia Ramirez, Tess Marie Mata, Alexandria Aniya Rubio, Layla Salazar, Makenna Lee Elrod, Jayce Luevanos, Jailah Nicole Silguero, Eliana “Ellie” Garcia, Eliahana Cruz Torres, Annabell Guadalupe Rodriguez, Jacklyn “Jackie” Cazares, Maite Yuleana Rodriguez, Rogelio Torres, Miranda Matthis, Eva Mireles and Irma Garcia. Lord, that you would hear their cries; That you would bring mercy; That you would sit with them; That others would walk in grief with them. Lord we pray that American hearts would be empathetic and would bring about the change necessary to keep our babies safe, to keep our neighbors safe, to keep our elderly safe. God, show us how to be peacemakers and not just peace keepers. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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352 - Culture War Refugees - with Dr. Timothy Freakin Gombis 1:10:56

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Culture War Refugees . Today, Tim Gombis beams in from his porch to discuss a theological understanding of the culture wars and how we're supposed to posture ourselves in these times. How nuanced is the conversation? What is the history of these topics and where do we enter them? Why does the Church need to have enemies? How does that define us? If it isn't prudent or productive to engage in these "wars," how do we respond? Where is Jesus in this conversation? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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351 - Image - Part Eight: What is Grace? 1:14:01

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Image - Part Eight: What is Grace? Today, we talk about different understandings and interpretations of ‘grace,’ and how they’re to be understood biblically. Grace as God’s favor; as a gift or benefaction; as generosity. The American Understanding of Grace as free from prior conditions; without regard to worth or deserving. What is the OT understanding and how does it differ? What does Paul say? How does Santa fit into all of this? We’re continuing our series on Imaging, focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Mike and Tim also spend some time reading listener e, ails regarding the abortion conversation. And stay tuned for Voxology Radio this week. Mike and Tim take up new roles as DJ’s to soundtrack your day. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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350 - Culture Warring 1:08:52

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Culture Warring . Today, Mike and Tim discuss the idea of ‘Culture Wars’ in light of the leaked Roe V Wade decision. What’s the goal of a culture war? What does it mean to “win?” Does undoing a law such as this help to save lives? Or is it about the message? What does it mean to actually be ‘Pro Life?’ Is there Biblical permission for culture warring? It seems like Nobody wins a culture war. Either you lay down your weapons and seek peace together as neighbors, or you destroy the culture. The New Testament vision of the church is of these small and vulnerable communities, that venture out into the world to serve and that open up their communities and households to others (especially the marginalized) for encounters of mutual blessing. At the end of the episode, Mike and Tim try something new in 'Prayers of the People,' which is hopefully an active way of engaging in prayer and worship on behalf of brothers and sisters all over the globe. We realize the sensitivity of these topics and our intention is to walk in humility as we discuss. Skye Jethani ’s video on Abortion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvWD7ykNjCc As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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349 - Image - Part Seven: Gotta Have Faith, Faith, Faith 1:05:24

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Image - Part Seven: Gotta Have Faith, Faith, Faith. Today, Mike and a very sick Tim continue the conversation on Imaging, focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Previously, they established salvation as 'an embodied participation in the new heavens and new earth.' Today, the focus is on faith. How does it differ, scripturally, from the understanding most of us grew up with? What Faith is not: Not the opposite of evidence assessment Not a leap in the dark Not the opposite of works Not optimism or a positive mindset that makes us passive Not a profession of Faith Not good theology What is faith? Faith has these three elements: Mental affirmation/intellectual agreement: certain enough to yield Professed fealty to Jesus as Lord Enacted loyalty to the king, as in the obedience of faith Faith as Allegiance. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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348 - Deconstruction, Death & Depression 1:17:10

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Deconstruction, Death & Depression . Today we take a break to digest all of the content from the Image series so far to sit with a few listener questions. First, Mike speaks to a comment that rubbed him wrong on his own 'deconstruction.' How do you talk about New Creation and the Gospel with someone on Hospice? If the idea of being 'saved' is so important and supposedly so easy to understand, why did it take us so many episodes and so much research to unpack? Can the ideas of New Creation and center focus be dialed down to a "Romans Road" style message of the Gospel?? All that and one long critique of both Mike and Tim from recent episodes. So much good stuff from the VOXOLOGY Community!!! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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347 - Image - Part Six: Time 1:09:54

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Image - Part Six: Time. Today, we wrap up the first part of our series on 'Imaging,' focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved , through faith —and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works , so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Saved is about Space & Time . As Jews thought about the Kingdom Of God, they used two grand eras: The Old Age, which was characterized by sin, death and evil, and the Age to Come, which was characterized by life, peace, justice and love. The Kingdom Of God was another way of talking about the age to come. In some ways, the two ages have overlapped. This is about Now and Not Yet. This is about how we Have Been Saved, We are Being Saved and We Will Be Saved. As we dig into these ideas, we are encouraged to avoid: Any theology that separates us from our bodies Any theology that is escapist Any theology that privatizes the way of Jesus Any theology that overemphasizes the now or the not yet Any theology that overemphasizes or underemphasizes the reality of wrath and judgment As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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346 - BONUS EPISODE - How? Why? When? - with Bethany Nass Cseh 1:02:05

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BONUS EPISODE - How? Why? When? Today, Mike and Tim sit down with pastor, author and friend Bethany Nass Cseh. Together, they read through some heavy listener emails dealing with various questions about the Church, ranging from: Abuse. Bounded Mindsets. John MacArthur. Deconstruction/Reconstruction. Not hearing or feeling God. Cynicism towards the Church model . What posture is there to hold in all of this? Where is hope? What role does community play? Bethany's church can be found HERE Bethany's books, Stepping Into Lent & Stepping Into Advent , can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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345 - Image - Part Five: Saved (From) 1:21:45

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Image - Part Five: Saved (From). What is wrath?!? Today, we explore God’s judgment, here and now, as this reality where wrath is simply a self-consumptive dynamic. Do people who engage in the oppression of others initiate these cycles of violence and oppression themselves? All the sinful practices that we could possibility engage in humanity wide, they all have us in their grip, making sure that we are dehumanized and dehumanize each other; it’s all part of this cosmic network that is wrath. It is self-consumptive. The whole thing is set aflame and will consume itself. Where is God in this? How do New Creation dynamics play into this? What does Paul say in Romans on all of this? Today, we continue our series on Imaging, focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Mike and Tim also answer a critique on an episode, as well as follow up questions on short term missions trips. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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344 - Image - Part Four: Space 1:18:43

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Image - Part Four: Space. Today we continue our series on Imaging, focusing on the words of Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved , through faith —and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works , so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” How does the language in Genesis shape the human imaging project? How does worship factor in? What is the chaos God subdues? How does it come to define us and creation?? Mike and Tim also answer follow up questions on short term missions trips from the previous episodes. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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343 - Image - Part Three: Saved, Continued 1:23:12

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Image: Part Three - Saved, Continued. This episode, we continue the conversation on what being "Saved" means, as we dive into Ephesians 2:8-10: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Today, we park in Romans for a bit to pick apart salvific language. What are we saved to? How does restoration play in? How do we image creation back to God, rather than image God to creation? We also respond to a listener email and to a question on criticism of mission's trips from last episode. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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342 - BONUS Episode: Centered-Set Church - with Dr. Mark D. Baker 1:01:57

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BONUS Episode: Centered-Set Church. Today, in a bonus conversation, Mike and Tim are joined by the man himself, the author of “ Centered-Set Church: Discipleship and Community Without Judgmentalsim ,” Dr. Mark D. Baker! Dr. Baker was gracious enough to sit down and answer questions from the Unified Series that were sent in by y’all, the VOXOLOGY Community! Mark's book can be purchased HERE The video series he mentions can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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341 - Image - Part Two: Saved 1:09:36

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Image - Part Two: Saved . We're continuing this series, looking at the grammar of the gospel, in particular the key words used in Ephesians 2:8-10, words that have come to define our faith and understanding of the journey we're on with Yahweh. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." In Genesis 1 and 2, God makes humanity in his image; that is, God constructs the world as God’s own temple and the image of God in the temple (just like an ancient temples, you go into the temple and there is the image of the unseen diety). In the temple that is creation, the image of the unseen God is humans. All of humanity. As we live lives of flourishing and continue to enjoy and spread the shalom of God within creation, God is glorified b/c that is what the 'Image of God' is meant to do: flourish, enjoy God’s good world, and foster flourishing in the great order of God’s shalom. That is what it means to live for God’s namesake. How does Psalm 8interact with that opening in Genesis? "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor. You made them rulers over the works of your hands; you put everything under their feet: all flocks and herds, and the animals of the wild, the birds in the sky, and the fish in the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas." As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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340 - Image - Part One: Return of the King 1:06:31

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Image - Part One: Return of the King . We're starting a new series today that will help us renew the key words used in Ephesians 2:8-10, words that have come to define our faith and understanding of the journey we're on with Yahweh. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." To begin, what is the Kingdom of Heaven? How does it operate as an image of God himself? When the White House issues a statement, we all realize the actual White House isn't speaking. It is a symbol or image for the powers within. Everything Jesus said and did pointed to the Kingdom! “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” Something is here that forces you to reckon and respond. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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339 - Heavy Burdens - with Bridget Eileen Rivera 1:09:04

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Heavy Burdens . Today, we welcome back to the show author, professor and advocate Bridget Eileen Rivera to discuss her new book, Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGBTQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church . What are the seven ways that the LGBTQ community has experienced harm? What are direct traumas the church has committed? What are indirect ways? How can we best repent of the harm caused? Bridget is a favorite guest of ours and we're excited to have her back. Bridget Eileen Rivera is a sociologist completing her Ph.D. at the City University of New York Graduate Center. A homeschool graduate and alum of Patrick Henry College, Rivera has become a leading voice on gay celibacy in the the church, helping Christians better grapple with gender and sexuality in a divided culture. She has worked with a number of faith-based organizations, including Revoice, Christians for Social Action, and Preston Sprinkle’s Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, where she contributed to the Digital Leaders Forum. You can buy Bridget's book HERE You can follow Bridget on Twitter 00:00 - Listener email response 21:30 - Interview with Bridget As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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338 - Unified - Part Six: War & Centered Relational Dynamics 1:28:48

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Unified - Part Six: War & Centered Relational Dynamics . Today, Mike and Tim begin with a conversation about Ukraine and where we fit in. How are we to be peacemakers in this? What does that even mean? What does the Bible say about war? They then continue the series 'Unified,' and the dynamics of community in 'Centered' Churches (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker). Security: Stuart Murray: “Churches with healthy centers are secure enough to welcome those who are exploring faith and searching for authenticity." How the Bible is Used: Disintegrative shaming vs. reintegrative shaming - not all shaming is the same. Disintegrative shaming focuses on making an example of guilty offenders and ensuring they get what they deserve. It stigmatizes. Reintegrative shaming acknowledges that the social bond has been damaged and draws attention to the shameful action, but its goal is to heal relationships and reintegrate the offender to the group. Stigmatization is shaming the person rather than the behavior and treats the offender like an outcast. Membership: Bounded Church membership can contribute to anemic discipleship by communicating that if you meet certain requirements, you are “in,” even if you are solely a spectator. Bounded Churches tend to focus on certain requirements. How does membership point someone to Jesus? Centered Churches will highlight relational aspects over institutional ones through a sense of commitment to the body and others in the body. It will also feel like an invitation to join a mission. Membership must be described by using language of orientation to, alignment with, commitment to the center rather than the language of requirements and boundaries. Centered Church means we’re never finished or complete in our discipleship. Gracious Initiative: The 'Center' reaches out to people and doesn't sit there passively waiting to be approached. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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337 - Unified - Mailbag! 1:33:29

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Mike and Tim sit down with a number of listener questions, comments and critiques! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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336 - Unified - Part Five: Defining the Center 1:17:44

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Unified - Part Five: Defining the Center . This episode, Mike offers thoughts on defining the "center" of the 'Centered Set' focus (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker). Defining the center is the most important task of a Centered Focused Church. For christians, the center is the God revealed by Jesus Christ. But, saying that Jesus is the center is not a complete definition. Who is God (our conceptions about God will influence whether we do church in a bounded, fuzzy, or centered way, and the paradigm of our church will influence how we view God)? Who is Jesus?? Jesus was Jewish Jesus preached the Kingdom Of God Jesus preached and embodied the 'Great Reversal' The Kingdom Of God created conflict Jesus revealed the Father Cruciformity Eschatological bearer of judgment As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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335 - Unified - Part Four: Earning the Right to be Heard 1:14:57

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Unified - Part Four: Earning the Right to be Heard . Today, Mike continues ‘church discipline’ via the Centered set (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker). Jesus and Paul both make it clear that we must do more than simply avoid bounded practices, we must also confront and challenge them. Galatians, for example, is not a reaction to loose moral living but to bounded-church line drawing; Jesus repeatedly exposed and challenged bounded group religiosity. In challenging the bounded approach, we must attack the power of the paradigm rather than the people. We paint the picture of the possibility of being liberated from bounded ways. We seek to liberate people from a view of God that contributes to their bounded ways of judgment against others and themselves. If they see God as an accusing eye in the sky, then no amount of centered intervention will help. We must love extravagantly both through gracious embrace and concrete actions of accompaniment. We must embody centered values: relationship building, mutual learning and transformation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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334 - Unified - Part Three: Treating Symptoms & Roots 1:19:04

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Unified - Part Three: Treating Symptoms & Roots . Mike continues with the concepts of ‘Bounded, Fuzzy & Centered’ sets (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker) and how they pertain to Church Discipline and leaving behind the judgment of Bounded Churches. Critiquing a Bounded Church is not a critique of boundaries; boundaries are often healthy expressions of care - without limits children do not thrive. While boundaries are good things, a Bounded Church twists and misuses them. A Bounded Church is one whose identity is defined by the boundary line and who uses the boundary line to self-righteously divide the included from the excluded. Discipline in Bounded Churches: Focus is boundary. Not much grace for failure and the focus is on externals, not internals. Exclusion and Shame. Discipline in Fuzzy Churches: Avoid most judgment altogether (except for the people who do draw lines). Avoid making someone else feed bad. Discipline in Centered Churches: Deal with each case individually. Deal with roots, not symptoms. Relationship building; mutual learning and transformation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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333 - Unified - Part Two: If I Should Fall Behind 1:07:16

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Unified - Part Two: If I Should Fall Behind . Today we broaden the conversation on unity and what it means to be ‘unified.’ Mike continues the concepts of ‘Bounded, Fuzzy & Centered’ sets (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker), but furthers it to how they relate and manifest in the Church. Bounded churches: One’s status in relation to the boundary line is communicated in a variety of ways. “We don’t believe/do that”; silence and shunning. Even hearing how others are talked about (unstated lines are no less real!!!!) Fuzzy Churches: Whatever-ism – People refrain from confronting someone else in regard to hurtful actions, but rarely describe beliefs and action as inappropriate. Centered Churches: The center is Jesus; Jesus is the focus, not the boundary line. To whom does the person offer their worship or allegiance? Are you living in the new creation? Are you trusting God for your security rather than rituals? Which direction are you heading? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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332 - Unified - Part One: Lines and Erasers 1:19:49

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Unified- Part 1: Lines and Erasers . This is the first episode in a longer conversation on 'Unity.' We have received many questions about how we can have unity with people we vehemently disagree with... Here, Mike and Tim first discuss how we define unity, or what it means to be unified. Then, Mike walks us through different "sets" we use (as first explored by Paul Hiebert, via Mark Baker). What is a 'Bounded Set,' and how do we relate to and understand that way of living? How has a 'Bounded Set' been realized in our churches and communities? The next is a 'Fuzzy Set.' How does this relate to 'Bounded?' How might we overcorrect from one and land in the other? Lastly, Mike walks us through the 'Centered Set.' How is this characterized? How might we restructure our communal dynamics to better embody this mindset? How does all of this relate to deconstruction and leaving the Church? There is so much to unpack here, hence the beginning of a longer conversation. Mike also reads a few more listener 'deconstruction' stories. We love this engagement! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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331 - A Conversation on the Death Penalty - with Renee Monzon 1:16:38

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A Conversation on the Death Penalty . Today, Mike and Tim are joined by new friend Renee Monzon. Renee is a public defender in Ohio who represents people on death row and is a part of our Voxology community. Along with her work in the law, Renee has a heart to educate, inform and tell people’s stories. What is the definition or heart of justice? How has this system fallen apart? Who is the most affected? Where does the Church lay historically within this conversation? Why? As a people who believe in the power of redemption, why are we so much more in favor of the Death Penalty? What can we do? What would Jesus have us do? It’s a tough and controversial topic, but one we need to be having. Bryan Stevenson’s book, Just Mercy , can be found HERE Tim’s record of imprisoned men’s stories, Letters From Lancaster Prison, can be heard HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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330 - Can We Have Unity Amidst Opposing Ideologies? with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:15:38

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Can We Have Unity Amidst Opposing Ideologies? Dr. Gombis drops in to revisit a conversation on unity in the Church. We're one year removed from the events of January 6th at the Capital. As people within the Church continue to polarize, can we find unity with folks who have ideologies we radically disagree with? Are there two sides? What are we to do with doctrine or beliefs that have been made hollow? Where is the point to break communion? How are we to conduct ourselves within a polarized community? Are we to call out racism, misogyny and nationalism that uses the Lord's name in vain? It's a difficult topic. First, Mike and Tim respond to a few more emails of listeners experiences with Christmas being demonized. The Michael Heiser podcast episode on Christmas that was referenced is perhaps HERE ‘Shoutin’ in the Fire,’ by Danté Stewart, the book referenced by Gombis, can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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329 - Santa, Satan & the Unforgivable Sin 1:26:39

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Santa, Satan and the Unforgivable Sin . Happy New Year! This episode, Mike and Tim read and discuss more listener deconstruction stories that have been emailed in. Many have reached out to tell their stories and others have responded that they've found hope hearing like minded folks who are struggling with similar things. Then, Mike and Tim answer some big questions: what is the 'Unforgivable Sin?!?' How is it framed? What is the context? Has it caused dread for others? How are we to interact with this piece of scripture (remember, Dan Kimball talked to us about not reading one verse by itself, out of context)? Then, a couple listeners wrote in asking about Tim's dislike of Christmas and his love of Halloween as well as whether or not Christmas is evil?!? Big topics, big convo. 0:00 - Seth Intro. 3:40 - Thank yous and Mike's booster delirium. Tim recaps crazy dog adoption story. 13:00 - Listener stories. 43:00 - Listener Question on the Unforgivable Sin. 50:18 - Mazzy Interruption. 58:00 - Lister Questions on whether or not Christmas is evil. 1:22:00 - Ramblings The Andy Crouch article can be read HERE . The Ryan Gosling, Dead Man's Bones record can be heard HERE . As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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328 - Focus on Jesus 1:07:43

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Focus on Jesus . This episode, Mike and Tim read listener emails discussing personal experiences with deconstruction. What are the common threads? What part of it is 'sexy?' Then, Mike takes us all on a journey with Mary, Jesus's mother. How can we relate to some of her story? Have we left Jesus behind at the temple? And for how long? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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327 - Deconstructing Deconstruction: The End 1:06:17

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Deconstructing Deconstruction: The End . Let's wrap this up, shall we? This episode, Mike presents six different categories that could be causes of someone deconstructing. Mike and Tim discuss how unhelpful it is to make a blanket “you’re deconstructing” condemnation of folks who could be found in any of these places. What are these different causes or places? How do we allow for journey and nuance in this? Is it more helpful to sit with someone in their doubt or questioning, rather than defining it for them? The six categories to consider, other than just Deconstruction: Disillusionment / Discipleship / De-conversion / Redefinition / Doubt / Disorientation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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326 - Recovering From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood - with Aimee Byrd 1:07:42

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Recovering From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood . This episode, Aimee Byrd calls in to discuss her book, “Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood: How the Church Needs to Rediscover Her Purpose.” Aimee shares about her journey in the church and what brought her to write the book. What inconsistencies did she find in the church? Where did the theology break down? How does she reconcile how she’s told to posture herself within the theology she was learning? How does the short story, “The Yellow Wallpaper,” help to illustrate Aimee’s theme? What exactly is she challenging? 00:00 - Mike & Tim Discuss the file cabinets in their heads. 03:18 - Tim’s daughter Mazzy crashes the party. 06:16 - Mike and Tim read off the submitted names for Tim’s new segment regarding good things the church is doing. 21:08 - Aimee Byrd joins to discuss her book, “Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.” Aimee Byrd can be followed HERE and on TWITTER Her book can be found HERE “The Yellow Wallpaper,” by Charlotte Perkins Stetson, can be read HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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325 - Deconstructing Deconstruction - with Joshua Ryan Butler 1:32:47

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Deconstructing Deconstruction . In what has become a miniseries of its own, today, Joshua Ryan Butler sits down with Mike and Tim to discuss his article for the Gospel Coalition on the causes and cures of deconstruction. How does Josh define deconstruction? Did he talk with anyone about their deconstruction while writing it? Who was the article written for and to serve what purpose? Has he himself ever deconstructed? This is a long chat but well worth the time. 00:00 - Mike’s son Nate sits down with Mike and Tim to discuss his lack of presence on the podcast. 08:49 - Tim kinda repents of his “Troubled Times,” and asks for help in naming a new segment that highlights the good things the Church is doing in the world. If you come across stories of the Church fulfilling it’s calling to serve the World, email them to hello@voxpodcast.com. 20:00 - Joshua Ryan Butler joins Mike and Tim to answer listener questions and broaden his thoughts on his article: “Four Causes of Deconstruction.” Josh can be followed on Twitter HERE . As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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324 - Deconstructing With Friends & Family 55:04

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Deconstructing With Friends & Family . This episode Mike and Tim interact with listener emails discussing different experiences and understandings of deconstruction. They also have a special guest: Mike's daughter Hannah! Hannah offers us a teenage perspective on what she is hopeful for and frustrated with. Also, Seth is back! It's friends and family day at Voxology. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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323 - What Causes Deconstruction? 1:02:24

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What Causes Deconstruction? In this episode, Mike and Tim respond to Joshua Ryan Butler's article for the Gospel Coalition called " 4 Causes of Deconstruction." In the article, Butler lays out four different causes for deconstruction: 1. Church Hurt 2. Poor Teaching 3. Desire to Sin. 4. Street Cred. Each section is broken into a symptom and a cure, ie. " Poor Teaching" is cured by "Good Teaching." Is it wrong to deconstruct? Is it dangerous? Is it selfish? Can deconstruction be broken down this simply? Do we all fall into one of these categories when deconstructing our faith or culture? Is it all as simple as "symptom" and "cure?" If not, how are we to approach this all? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Josh's article can be read HERE Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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322 - The Limits of Church Unity - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:16:29

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The Limits of Church Unity . Gombis joins us this week to talk about Church unity. We discuss the article "THE EVANGELICAL CHURCH IS BREAKING APART: Christians must reclaim Jesus from his church," by Peter Wehner in the Atlantic, which looks at the fragmentation of the Church and how we arrived here. For the most part we all see the brokenness of the Church on a macro level... what about on the micro level, within our own communities? How do we approach this topic? What duty do we have on both that macro and micro level? What does the Bible have to say? How do we un-disciple the last few hundred years that built this model? How do the "Powers & Principalities" play into the equation? Gombis is here to sort through the mess with us. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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321 - Understanding the Bible: Part Twelve - Interpretation 1:04:05

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Understanding the Bible: Part Twelve. Interpretation . This is the end… for now. Today, we wrap up the series on understanding the Bible with a conversation about interpretation. So much of every aspect we’ve already covered ties into today’s conversation: Inerrancy. Genre. Context. Accommodation. How do we build the foundation necessary to begin a fresh pursuit of understanding? What role do we play own this divine conversation? Where do we begin with re-discipling? As always, the complexity of the text is on display and it’s asking us to wrestle with it, to marinate in its mystery and wonder at God’s intentional back and forth with all of us. It’s beautiful in all of its chaos and intricacy. You can find Richard Hays book HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford…

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320 - How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth - with Dr. Beth Allison Barr 1:03:29

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How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth . This episode is a conversation we've been looking froward to for a long time. Dr. Beth Allison Barr stops by the podcast to discuss her book "The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth." Dr. Barr talks to us about her upbringing and how she came to challenge the traditional understanding of women's roles in the Bible and in the modern church. How has culture influenced translations? What does the Bible, Jesus and even Paul actually say about male headship and the role of women? What can we see when we dive into the history of it all? If the teachings and translations on this topic are inaccurate, how do we have them and why? It's a long and messy topic. Dr. Barr can be found here: bethallisonbarr.com and on Twitter Her book can be purchased here: www.indiebound.org/book/9781587434709 Sign up for our newsletter to take the survey here: voxologypodcast.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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319 - Knowing "God's Will" For My Life 1:12:04

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Knowing "God's Will" For My Life . Today we spend time talking about some oft used Christian rhetoric: What is God's will for my life? God gave me a 'word' for you... God told me... I've been called by God to do such and such... We've all heard them. We've wrestled with them. We've probably even said these phrases (Mike and Tim are both guilty). But what do they mean, being so rooted in our Christian lexicon. Where do these come from? Does God have a 'will' for us? Is it individual? Is it communal? How does Jesus speak about this? How does Paul? How are we to discern God's voice form our own? Is that even the right question? This topic becomes very touchy as it is very rooted in our beliefs and decision making. How can we best build from here in a responsible and intentional way? What is it that God has actually called us to? And what role does wisdom play? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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318 - Understanding the Bible: Part Eleven - Inerrancy 1:00:25

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Understanding the Bible: Part Eleven - Inerrancy. Today, we're jumping back into our series on the Bible to discuss everyone's favorite buzzword: Inerrancy. What does it mean for something to be 'inerrant?' Where did the term come from? How do we qualify something to be inerrant? What are we to do with this in our pursuit of understanding the text? How does genre, context, interpretation etc. play into the inerrancy? How does the human / divine dance play into this conversation? There is a lot to unpack in here... As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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317 - Midnight Mass - with Kaitlyn Schiess 1:05:30

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Midnight Mass . SPOILER ALERT! Today, we sit down with one of our favorite guests, Kaitlyn Schiess to discuss the Netflix show "Midnight Mass." Full SPOILER WARNING, we talk about the whole series. Midnight Mass is a horror show on Netflix that deals with some heavy theological ideas and has a heavy commentary on Christianity and religion. Kaitlyn, Mike and Tim dive in and pick at themes of grace, prayer, communion and more as revealed in the show. It's a fun conversation as we enter into the Halloween season. Have you watched? We'd love to hear your thoughts. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Kaitlyn can be followed here on Twitter The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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316 - Cruciform Church 1:03:34

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Cruciform Church . Mike and Tim have a conversation on what it means for the church to be "cruciform." What does and embodiment of the cross, and Jesus's life before it look like? How are we to navigate the world and our communities? To begin that conversation, both Mike and Tim react to recent criticism they've both received via email to previous episodes. Tim apologizes for using Woody Guthrie lyrics out of context and offers a bit of the larger conversation and Mike talks a little about 'right and wrong' theologies and whether or not one can take a firm stance on an issue or understanding of the text. How does time, reading, generational influence, intent etc. dictate or influence our reading? How should it? Can there be good readings or scholarship on differing sides of an issue? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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315 - God's Justice 1:18:21

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God's Justice. Today, Mike and Tim take a detour from the 'Bible' series to discuss justice. After an introduction via 'Tim's Troubled Times,' in which Tim brings up the horrendous debacle with the Haitian refugees at the border (under a democratic administration), the actual trauma of active shooter drills in schools vs. kids wearing masks in the classroom, the lgbtq+ float and student pda vs. moms for liberty and the horror of school board meetings. Are we caught in a cycle of choosing self over neighbor? What does justice look like, biblically? How do we listen to our neighbors, especially those who are suffering? How do we keep it from always being caught up in the binary of left vs. right? Or, from terminology such as 'woke' or 'progressive?' How would Jesus have us look at justice in a social arena? What is our 'calling?' Mike takes us on a journey through Ephesians and various other scriptures to see what God and Jesus have to say on the topic. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - U2: There is No Them, There is Only Us 1:10:51

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The Wanderer: There is no them, only us . Roads? Where we're going, we don't need roads. And yet, this road has come to an end. Today Dr. Timothy Gombis and Timothy John Stafford talk about community and what it means for us all to coexist on this tiny blue dot. How does God speak to this? How does Jesus? How does Paul? The two Tims wrap up a conversation on U2 and theology with a look at the songs that mean to bring us together and ask for us to be one. Things get emotional. This is the end of a three episode mini series, and the first of several topical conversations that will be had under the moniker of the Wanderer. If Voxology is the record, the Wanderer is the b-sides. You can listen to all the songs mentioned in this episode here: The Wanderer - U2 Playlist Tim Gombis's podcast, Faith Improvised can be found here: iTunes & Spotify Thanks for Wandering with us. The Wanderer is part of the Voxology Podcast The opening music is The Longest Line , by Timothy John Stafford. It is from the EP Letters From Lancaster Prison .…

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314 - Understanding the Bible: Part Ten - Genre 1:05:01

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Understanding the Bible: Part Ten. Genre . Today, we discuss genre and how it should inform our approach to the text. How is the Bible like a Barnes & Noble? And, therefore, how do we enter into it? How does cultural and time/era specific language direct our understanding? Mike walks us through the book of Revelation as an example of genre taken out of context. The complexity of the text is on display and it’s asking us to wrestle with it, to marinate in its mystery and wonder at God’s intentional back and forth with all of us. It’s beautiful in all of its chaos and intricacy. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - U2: Grief, Grace and the Grotesque 53:34

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The Wanderer: Grief, Grace and the Grotesque. Intriguing title, right? It reads like the title of Tim Stafford's autobiography. Episode Two: Previously on The Wanderer , Dr. Timothy Gombis and Timothy John Stafford discussed their personal histories with the band and how U2's journey in many ways mirrored their own spiritual development. Today, the Tims dive deeper into theme and some rich spiritual ideas that are discussed in a few songs in particular. How do grief and hope relate? How is it discussed outside of sentimentality? What is the mood on 'Silent Saturday,' the day between the crucifixion and the resurrection? What is Jesus's relationship to the Grotesque? How can something be both twisted and beautiful at once? What is the grammar of the Gospel? What is the logic of the Gospel?? This will be a three episode mini series, and the first of several topical conversations that will be had under the moniker of the Wanderer. If Voxology is the record, the Wanderer is the b-sides. You can listen to all the songs mentioned in this episode here: The Wanderer - U2 Playlist Tim Gombis's podcast, Faith Improvised can be found here: iTunes & Spotify Thanks for Wandering with us. The Wanderer is part of the Voxology Podcast The opening music is The Longest Line , by Timothy John Stafford. It is from the EP Letters From Lancaster Prison .…

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313 - Understanding the Bible: Part Nine - Context Continued 1:15:14

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Understanding the Bible: Part Nine. Context continued . Today, we continue the conversation on the context of the Bible and how to chart the varying understandings, or the work one must put in, to begin to approach the Bible. We spend time digging through all the layers that must be addressed, so that we can see clearly what the Bible is saying and to whom. Where do we, in 2021, fit into this narrative? The complexity of the text is on display and it’s asking us to wrestle with it, to marinate in mystery and wonder at God’s intentional back and forth with all of us. It’s beautiful in all of its chaos and intricacy. Reading Romans Backwards, by Scot McKnight can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes and Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram @voxologypodcast and Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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The Wanderer - U2: Not All Who Wander Are Lost 1:06:38

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The Wanderer: Not All Who Wander Are Lost. Here we go! If Voxology is the record, the Wanderer is the b-sides. In this first episode, Dr. Timothy Gombis and Timothy John Stafford kick off the the first episode of this mini series on U2 and theology with a conversation about their personal histories with the band. Both Tims discuss how their interaction with the band and their music in many ways mimicked their own personal faith journeys. This is an introduction to a deeper dive into the thematic content of U2. They begin a conversation on lyrical content and album narratives and how they speak about scripture, God and the human experience with both. This will be a three episode mini series, and the first of several topical conversations that will be had under the moniker of the Wanderer. You can listen to all the songs mentioned in this episode here: The Wanderer - U2 Playlist Tim Gombis's podcast, Faith Improvised can be found here: iTunes & Spotify Thanks for Wandering with us. The Wanderer is part of the Voxology Podcast The opening music is The Longest Line , by Timothy John Stafford. It is from the EP Letters From Lancaster Prison .…

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312 - Understanding the Bible: Part Eight - Context 1:21:39

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Understanding the Bible: Part Eight - Context. This episode, we start the conversation on 'context.' How are we to approach this ancient text? What was the culture? How did the words written inform their world? How are we to relate to it in a responsible and intentional way? What is 'Hermeneutical Humility?' How can we take on that posture? How is it at odds with our American Evangelical upbringing? How can we combat the individualistic posture we were raised in? Further, how has that individualistic nature informed our theology and approach to God??? Who knew we'd have so much to cover in regards to the Bible... and we have so much more. Thanks for walking the long road with us. This is a chaotic time period that is placing huge loads on people's shoulders. From the crisis in Afghanistan and the mess in Texas to the consuming fires in California, the catastrophic weather in the South and the never ending pandemic, folks are struggling with immense depression and anxiety. If you feel this weight and the dark, isolating pressure it can bring with it, we want to encourage you to talk to someone. I (Tim) can often not even be aware I'm spiraling and I need to air out the mess before it consumes. Let's cultivate a community that holds each other up, that pulls our neighbor out of the muck and the mire and sits in grief and lament with one another :) As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes and Spotify Support the VOXOLOGY Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Staffo rd Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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311 - Understanding the Bible: Part Seven - Accommodation Continued 1:09:38

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Understanding the Bible: Part Seven. Accommodation continued. Today, we continue the conversation on God’s accommodation to humans. Mike offers the spectrum of “the ideal vs. the real.” What does that mean? How does God navigate the ideal He set up with the reality of the human stumble? How does the text accommodate to the view points of the time in which it’s written? How does this effect and shape theology? How do we interact with that? How is the human mess worked in? What are we to do with all of this??? The complexity of the text is on display and it’s asking us to wrestle with it, to marinate in its mystery and wonder at God’s intentional back and forth with all of us. It’s beautiful in all of it’s chaos and intricacy. Afghanistan help: World Relief World Relief on Social Media to stay up to date: Instagram & Facebook World relief Locations As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes and Spotify Support the VOXOLOGY Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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310 - Understanding the Bible: Part Six - Accommodation 1:01:35

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Understanding the Bible: Part Six . In this episode, we continue our conversation on the B-I-B-L-E. Today we dive deeper into accommodation and how the human / divine dance influences the text. How does God use culture, in every different era, to speak through the text? How are we, now, to associate and interact? Is everything literal? Is any of it? Does the Bible continually reveal or is it all there on first read??? What are we to do with all of this? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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309 - Understanding the Bible: Part Five 1:02:02

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Understanding the Bible: Part Five . Mike and Tim continue the journey into understanding the Bible. Today, they have a conversation about how the Bible speaks about itself. Mike examines and shares examples from all through the Bible where the text talks about the purpose it holds. How do we process this? What do these verses say and who is the author? Is it consistent? This will be followed by a conversation on "Divinely Inspired," and "Authoritative" rhetoric in the next few weeks. They also tackle an email sent in about the topic of spiritual abuse, within the family unit. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. The video by Tim Mackie that Mike mentioned can be seen HERE Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOXOLOGY Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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308 - Understanding the Bible: Part Four - with Bradley Jersak 1:17:23

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Understanding the Bible: Part Four. This episode, we welcome back author and theologian Bradley Jersak to talk about his new book A More Christlike Word: Reading Scripture the Emmaus Way . With Bradley, we discuss approaching the Old Testament and how we are supposed to read the Bible. Is Jesus the full representation of God? How do Jesus's teachings correlate to seemingly oppositional texts in the OT? Does God change? What do we do with sections of scripture that we can't make sense of, that seem oppositional to the Jesus we have come to know and follow? Why are "conservatives" and "liberals" throwing out sections of the Bible? How does Jesus help us to make sense of it all??? Bradley is a wonderful mind and walks with us through some difficult ideas. Bradley's book can be found HERE As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreo n Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxologypodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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307 - Understanding the Bible: Part Three - with Dr. Amy-Jill Levine 1:16:50

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Understanding the Bible: Part Three . This episode we continue our conversation on the complex and often confusing text, the Bible. Today, author / professor / biblical scholar, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine joins us once again to offer her thoughts and insights. How did the Old Testament come together? How does it inform the New Testament? How does the Jewish Tanakh differ from the Old Testament? How do their individual canonical orders differ and what does that say? What does the Bible, and God, say about women and their role in authoritative and leadership positions within the church? What are we to do with all of this??? AJ, a self described ‘Yankee Jewish feminist,’ is University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. The video by Tim Mackie that Mike mentioned can be seen HERE Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram @voxologypodcast and like us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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306 - Understanding the Bible: Part Two - with Joshua Ryan Butler 48:18

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Understanding the Bible: Part Two . Today we continue the conversation about the Bible with pastor and author Joshua Ryan Butler. Josh, who wrote " The Skeletons in God's Closet " (which Mike referenced a few times throughout the 'New Creation' series), sits down to chat about the complexities of the Bible and how we can approach it. Is the Bible 'authoritative?' What does that mean? How can God's word be manipulated and used for wrong? What are we to make of Old Testament violence, which seems to be God sanctioned? How do we read the Bible? Again, what are we to do with all of this??? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. You can learn more about what Josh is up to HERE Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcas t Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast or on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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305 - Understanding the Bible: Part One - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:05:39

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Understanding the Bible: Part One . The Bible has, for many people, become a stumbling block and/or a source of great confusion and misunderstanding. Today we sit down with our good friend Tim Gombis to begin a conversation on how to best approach, read, understand and intentionally interpret the Bible. How does mystery play into it? Is mystery bad? How is the Bible organized? Can a newcomer read it without instruction? How does Gombis suggest reading the text? What are we to do with it??? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Gombis’s podcast, ‘ Faith Improvised ,' can be heard HERE The book mentioned, "The Lost Letters of Pergamum," can be purchased HERE Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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304 - The Nature of Spiritual Abuse - with Dan Koch 1:04:05

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The Nature of Spiritual Abuse . Today we sit down with friend of the show, Dan Koch to discuss the nature of spiritual abuse within the church. Dan is a podcaster ( You Have Permission, Depolarize! & Reconstruct ), musician, composer and is currently working on a doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Dan brings us the data and statistics he’s gathered in his studies to discuss spiritual abuse in the church, in its many forms, and the ramifications that it has had. What are the most prevalent forms? How do the varied versions effect our communities? How can the culture be changed? You can learn more about Dan on his WEBSITE and social media: Twitter & Instagram . Our previous conversation with Dan can be heard on Episode 86 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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303 - Exiles in the Church 1:00:47

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Exiles in the Church . Today we discuss an email asking about reconciling feeling exiled in the Church, rather than from it. What does it mean to be “Christian exiles” within the body of Christ? Are there similarities to those in exile in the Old Testament? Is it a matter of disagreement? Nuance? Understanding of text and application? Or is it something more? Are we to remain loyal to that which with we’re in exile from? Where does our loyalty lay and how is it manifested? We also discuss listener feedback to last episode in regards to LGBTQ+ and New Creation dynamics. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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302 - LGBTQ+ and the New Creation 54:47

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LGBTQ+ and the New Creation . This episode we spend time with a listener email about LGBTQ+ issues within the church and the New Creation dynamics we’ve been talking about. The anonymous listener, whom we refer to as Jeremy, asks many questions about coming out, where his place might be and how he is to walk in his own journey. How have we missed the mark as the Church? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about Voxology: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes Listen on Spotify Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon : www.patreon.com/voxology Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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301 - Masters of the Universe 1:20:41

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Masters of the Universe . What the what? Today we continue the conversation on New Creation dynamics with further exploration of the Heavenly Realm and the divine beings who occupy it. How important is all of this to understanding scripture and the overall narrative? What did Paul have to say in reference to all these beings? Did they play a role in his ministry? Are demons the spirits of fallen Nephilim (we don't know)? This stuff is all bananas. First we spend some time on a listener email. We enter in to how we are to interact with mis-translations and agendas within Bible translations. Who do you trust? Who can you trust? How do we handle the concept of errancy and what does it really mean when approaching the Bible? Also, how does Gombis's critique of sentimentality relate to emotion, and the emotional response we feel as both worshipers and worship leaders? Does music not evoke this naturally? What are we to do with all of this? There was a lot to talk about and we talked about it all. Also, we're on Spotify ! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon : www.patreon.com/voxology Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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300 - This Is Voxology - with Bonnie Lewis, Shane Claiborne & Dr. Timothy Gombis 2:00:35

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This is Voxology. Welcome to episode 300 and to the new podcast name, Voxology! We’re excited to start a new chapter in this continued journey with all of you! Today in this mammoth, celebratory episode, we spend time talking about the Church, from postures of both lament and hope. We hear from beloved friend and old co-host Bonnie Lewis on why she feels she is ‘post-church,’ from friend of the show Shane Claiborne on actions the church needs to take to heal and grow and from the one and only Gombis on where we’ve been and hope for the future. Then, most importantly, we hear from many of you. You share your hopes and laments with us as we look further on down the long road. First, Tim puts Mike on the hot seat to talk about why he started a podcast in the first place six years ago and what his hopes are for the next 300 episodes. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram . Support the Voxology on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxology Interact on Social Media: Facebook Instagram Facebook Micro Communities Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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299.9 - The (New) Name Game 10:43

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Bonus Episode! Episode 300 is dropping this coming Monday, June 14th. Which is also Flag Day, for those who are following along. It is a new chapter for VOX, as we embark out into the future with a new name! Tune in!

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299 - When Good gods Go Bad 1:10:36

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When good gods go bad. Episode 299. The end of the chapter. The last of this era. The one before 300. This week we spend time with the Divine Council. The what? Oh, they’re just potential other divine beings that rule over different areas. What? That’s what I said. Heavenly Hosts? Sons of God? The Elohim?? How do these beings play into the biblical narrative? Has God, the God, been going to war with these beings? How does this spiritual realm play into the life and ministry of Jesus? The Sermon on the Mount?? What? When? How? Why? Holy moly. First, we spend time answering questions about the absence of Bonnie and the potential of a future, female co-host., American holidays (such as Memorial Day and 4th of July being celebrated in church on Sunday mornings and hypocrisy. URGENT!!: Episode 300 is right around the corner and it is the moment where VOX evolves into its next iteration. As part of that, we want to include you. We will be discussing the future of the church, in both hope and lament. We’d like to have your voices as part of the conversation as a 30 second max message of hope or lament for the church, reflecting on what has been exposed over the last few years. We’d also love a bunch of one word responses, whatever they may be. Either: Record a voice message on your phone and email it to tim@voxpodcast.com or call this Google Voice number and leave it as. A voice message: (530) 492-0382 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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298 - They Might Be Giants 1:05:09

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They Might Be Giants. Even old New York was once New Amsterdam. Today, we continue the conversation on the supernatural, spiritual elements of the New Creation vs. Old Creation dynamics. And this is some of the crazy stuff: the Nephilim! What are the Nephilim? How do they play into the narrative? Were they real? How do they correlate to the Seraphim, Satan and other spiritual entities? How do David and Goliath fit in? What about David and Bathsheba? And lastly and most importantly, how do these giants play into our understanding of Jesus, etc.??? Holy moly. We also discuss some listener feedback over the previous episode, some pushback on the conversation over the church and those that choose to leave. URGENT!!: Episode 300 is right around the corner and it is the moment where VOX evolves into its next iteration. As part of that, we want to include you. We will be discussing the future of the church, in both hope and lament. We’d like to have your voices as part of the conversation as a 30 second max message of hope or lament for the church, reflecting on what has been exposed over the last few years. We’d also love a bunch of one word responses, whatever they may be. Either: Record a voice message on your phone and email it to tim@voxpodcast.com or call this Google Voice number and leave it as. A voice message: (530) 492-0382 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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297 - Should I Stay or Should I Go - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:02:39

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Is it just a great song by the only band that matters (The Clash), or is it the question posed by Tim on his membership to the Church? We discuss a recent interview with Brian Houston about the “moral failings” of pastors in their employ, like New York Megapastor Carl Lentz. Does the model make any sense? Has it been off focus from the start and where does that place us all now? Can it be corrected? Are Houston’s excuses or vision legit? With the Church seemingly more and more missing the intended mark, is it better to stay and help correct or is better to just build a community that follows what Jesus started? How does the Church play by Old Creation dynamics? Are we called to stay? What about this new ‘God Bless The USA Bible (!!!)’ from Zondervan?? Where are we? This is next level bananas… Much to his surprise, we beam in Gombis from his front porch where he was eating a burrito and pondering U2 theology to answer all our questions. Houston interview: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/founder-hillsong-church-says-he-had-concerns-about-disgraced-former-n1267842 God Bless USA Bible (Yes, it's real): https://religionunplugged.com/news/2021/5/12/zondervan-harpercollins-license-god-bless-the-usa-bible-that-includes-constitution As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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296 - The Myth of the American Dream - with DL Mayfield 59:00

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The Myth of the American Dream. Today we sit down with author D.L. Mayfield to discuss her journey and the road that led to her writing ‘The Myth of the American Dream.’ We talk about growing up as a pastor’s kid, missionary work and what it looks like to really love you neighbor. D.L. has had a rad and very practical undiscipling of the beliefs she was handed for what Jesus may actually have instead for her (and us). What does loving your neighbor look like with the people next door? What about refugees, immigrants and other displaced people? Who is it that God had in mind when advocating for the marginalized and the meek? What’s a ‘lock in?’ Who was Agnes United? We also read some listener responses to “Jennifer’s” questions (from last episode) about how to reconstruct. This community continues to inspire and we are so thankful. You can find D.L.’s book here: https://www.ivpress.com/the-myth-of-the-american-dream You can follow and interact with her: Instagram & Twitter: @d_l_mayfield As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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295 - This Present Darkness 1:32:42

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This Present Darkness. No, this is not a review of everyone’s favorite Christian fantasy book from the 80’s (though it is referenced here). Today we continue the series on Old Creation vs. new Creation by dipping our toes into the spiritual realm of the conversation. Mike begins an exploration of Genesis 1, and how we are to interpret the lights, Eden and the showdown in the garden. What are the areas where Heaven and Earth overlap? What are Cherubim and how do they play into all of this? How about the Seraphim? The serpent?? The Elohim??? Holy moly. The scene is broadening… Tim continues to have oatmeal brain processing all of this. We also answer a few questions dealing with masks and the loneliness epidemic, tools to analyze Old Creation response vs. New Creation responses and where to even begin with reconstruction. It’s a lot! So many good questions and comments to partner with us on this journey. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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294 - Rethinking Sin & Salvation 1:35:55

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Rethinking Sin & Salvation. This episode is meaty. We start out by answering two questions that were sent in, dealing with different elements that have been discussed in this series: On the topic of disagreeing over mask wearing, sometimes vehemently: How do we hold people in both love and accountability? And then, how do we lead worship(and worship in general)within this understanding of new creation and the sermon on the mount? Then we sink into the meat of this series... What is sin? Is it more than we've been fed over the years, as individual moral transgressions that anger a fickle God? What is the human vocation? How does sin effect us and our journey with God? What is wrath in this conversation? What is salvation? What are we saved from? What are we saved to? How do old creation dynamics play into this and what is the relationship with new creation dynamics? This is a lot and gave Tim oatmeal brain for awhile after. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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293 - Misfit Tribe - with Shane Claiborne 1:08:58

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Author, activist and all around fun and great guy, Shane Claiborne is back! We sit down with Shane and talk about his journey and what brought him to the lifestyle he currently lives. We talk about everything from gun violence, sustainable living, clown school, modeling and Dolly Parton. What did Shane see when growing up that inspired him to be more active in the communities around him? How does he see where we all enter into the conversation that Jesus started? We intro and outro this episode with reflections on Shane's reflections. Reflecting on reflections. Tim shares a new song at the end called 'Misfit Tribe,' a song he hasn't released yet that plays on some of these themes. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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292 - Darkness on the Edge of Town 1:04:08

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“Darkness on the Edge of Town.” Gehenna. The “Valley of Hinnom.” The Lake of Fire. The Righteous and the Wicked. What does it all mean? How does the reference to the actual valley play out for those listening to Jesus? What was He talking about and warning us about? What role does this imagery of fire and burning play in the narrative of Jesus? What sense are we supposed to make of judgment and damnation, of the rhetoric of fire and separation? There are so many questions and so much to sort through, both in the text and our own Christian lineage. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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291 - The Fires of New Creation 1:16:25

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“The Fires of New Creation.” We’re moving forward with the conversation on the Biblical narration of the the whole story. The story. The one about God’s intent, the separation of Heaven and Earth and the hope of new creation. Today we talk about fire and water and how they’re used in the Bible. Where is Judgment in this text? How did Jesus talk about it? How did Paul? What role does Judgment play? Where did we get so much of our theology of Hell and damnation? Is the story about Heaven and Earth or Heaven and Hell? Is Hell used, by Jesus, to motivate people? How does all of this connect to the Sermon on the Mount? We also spend a little time talking about an email we got from a listener who is wrestling with whether or not to leave his church because of a NO mask mandate (as a staff member, he has been told he will be punished if he wears a mask on Sunday morning, inside the Church). Mike has good advice and context. Tim gets riled up. This is part two. We will follow it with a conversation on Hell and Sin. We got graphs! https://www.instagram.com/p/CNi3hUVrrNS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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290 - Making All Things New 1:04:44

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Making All Things New. Today, we sit down and discuss the version of Christianity we’ve been handed and the version that appears in the Bible. Mike offers a different take on the narrative, one where the goal is 'New Creation,' not the judgment —-> heaven/hell idea we were raised with. Is God’s goal to make new things or to make all things new? How does Jesus speak to and embody this idea of 'New Creation?' Where do we fit into it? What are the implications for evangelism & church? How are we to relate to our communities and the world at large within this ideology? This is part one. We will follow it with a conversation on Judgement and Sin. Here is a graphic that illustrates the concept: https://www.instagram.com/p/CNShxDmrNLI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Books! Surprised By Hope: https://www.amazon.com/Surprised-Hope-Rethinking-Resurrection-Mission-dp-0061551821/dp/0061551821/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid= The Skeletons in God’s Closet: http://www.joshuaryanbutler.com/books/the-skeletons-in-gods-closet/ As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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289 - The Wheat & The Weeds 1:10:58

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The Wheat & The Weeds! Matthew 13:24. “Jesus told them another parable.” Mike had this parable sitting in the back of his brain poking at him, so we dove in. We are continuing to look closely at the Christian Nationalist vision and the bonds that have been made between Christianity and the world. This is Jesus answering the question of what we are to do with the evil in the world. What are the wheat and the weeds Jesus is referring to? How are we too relate and react to the weeds? How does Jesus tell us to exist amongst? Who is the enemy and what is their game? How do judgement and and the fires play into all of this? There is so much to look at in this short piece. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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288 - Holding Space & Christian Nation-ism 1:03:25

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Today, we spend a little time holding space for the victims of the shootings in Atlanta this past week. Tim’s wife, Shauna, joins to share some of the conversations they’ve had together and that she has had in her classroom about dehumanization. Mike and Tim read and talk about perhaps the best email response they’ve ever received, pushing back on some of the conversation they had on the seven mountain mandate and the David French article, “How a Rising Religious Movement Rationalizes the Christian Grasp for Power.” Mike shares about a new book he's reading and the author’s ‘Top 10 Indicators You’re Seeing Christian Nationalism.’ Are there ties between Old Testament Israel and America? Is America central to God’s plan? Where has this ‘Us vs. Them’ mindset come from? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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287 - Power in Weakness - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:17:26

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Gombis’d. We’ve been Gombis’d. Today, we wit down with our good, good friend Dr. Timothy Gombis to talk through his new book, “Power in Weakness: Paul’s Transformed Vision for Ministry.” Gombis has left everything on the page with this one, looking closely at how Paul’s vision for ministry was transformed by his encounter with Jesus. Who was he before? How can we relate? Who did he become and how was his experience with Jesus manifested? How did Paul view ministry and how did he practice it? What did community look like in Paul’s churches? It’s a great conversation with a great mind. We wrestle in real time with how to see Paul and Jesus’s vision for church and community realized, how to encourage both seasoned pastors as well as those in seminary coming up. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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286 - The Road Less Traveled 1:29:25

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 19 - “The Road Less Traveled” Matthew 7:13-29. “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.…” THIS IS THE END! We have arrived at the final section of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus warns us against false prophets and easy routes. What is He saying with the narrow and broad gates? Sheep’s clothing? How can you differentiate the false prophets from the true? This is a complicated section, one where these wolves in sheep’s clothing drove out demons and prophesied and performed miracles… We also discuss the recent CPAC (The Conservative Political Action Conference), an article by David French on the Seven Mountain Mandate and the old Christian rock band Stryper. So much of this is about playing the long game with one another, how we coexist as humans and how to actually love our neighbors as ourselves. These threads are weaving a beautiful tapestry that speak to so much of how we are to be, both with one another and with God. Jesus is speaking with such intention that resonates so much with where we are today. This is the FINAL section of the Sermon on the Mount! This has been a wild ride for us and we’re honored to have walked this road with you all. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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285 - How (Not) To Read Your Bible - with Dan Kimball 1:07:08

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There is a saying that states that “The fastest way to become an atheist is to read the Bible.” In many circles, the conundrum that is the Bible has become a stumbling block for Christians and non-Christians alike. How do you reconcile things like violence and slavery inside? How do you approach a text written so long ago, to societies so unlike ours? Is the Bible outdated and harmful? How does one reconcile the odd and disturbing things within? Is the Bible the “Good Book?” Is it authoritative and what does that even mean? Today, we sit down with author and Pastor Dan Kimball to discuss his new book, “How (Not) To Read The Bible.” Dan talks to us about approaches and understandings that are needed before you open the text. The Bible can be confusing and challenging… You can pre-order Dan’s book at: https://www.dankimball.com/how-not-to-read-the-bible Follow Dan on social media: @dankimball As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com…

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284 - After Doubt - with A.J. Swoboda 1:08:58

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Today, we sit down with author and professor of Bible and Theology, A.J. Swoboda, to discuss his new book, ‘After Doubt.’ We have a great conversation on deconstruction: the natural elements of it; and what’s helpful vs. what isn’t. How can we rebuild after tearing down the faith that was handed to us? What role do dead authors and past theologians play in the lineage of our faith and doubt? What does the Bible have to say about questioning? Is there room for anger and hate? You can pre-order A.J.’s book at: https://www.ajswobodawrites.com/ Follow A.J. on twitter: @mrajswoboda As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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283 - What's Love Got To Do With It? 47:17

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 18 - “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” Matthew 7:7-12. “Ask, Seek, Knock…” THE GOLDEN RULE. Again(!!!), another section of the sermon that has been taught a lot, but is often missing the point or full context Jesus was bringing. Discernment continues to be the word of the day (week, year, lifetime). Jesus is wrapping up the sermon here and is beginning to tie together all the threads he has laid out, in the most brilliant and intentional way. Who in this section is asking, seeking and knocking? What does it mean? How do these actions tie into the previous sections? How do these relate to our neighbors and how we should approach them? And, why? So much of this is about playing the long game with one another, how we coexist as humans and how to actually love our neighbors as ourselves. These threads are weaving a beautiful tapestry that speak to so much of how we are to be, both with one another and with God. Jesus is speaking with such intention that resonates so much with where we are today. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. This is the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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282 - Pearls, Pigs & Pushing Good Things on Others 57:48

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 17 - “Pearls, Pigs & Pushing Good Things on Others.” Matthew 7:6. “Do not give dogs what is sacred…” Again(!), another section of the sermon that has been taught a lot, but is often missing the point or full context Jesus was bringing. The word of the day (week, year, lifetime) is discernment. So much of what is said here is dismantling the place of condemnation the Church has taken. What is Jesus saying when using the terms ‘dogs’ and ‘pigs?’ Is it derogatory? What is sacred? What are the pearls? How are we to interact with those that need intervention? How does this section fit into and correlate with the previous parts of the Sermon? This thread is long, but Jesus is dissecting and confronting so much of how we interact and love as humans. How are we supposed to live life together both in community and in the world? We have much to learn from this section. Jesus understands the complexities of the issue, as well as the depth and uniqueness of each person listening. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. This is the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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281 - The Judgment of Judgment 1:01:10

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 16 - “The Judgment of Judgment.” Matthew 7:1-6. “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” Here we go with another passage that has been taught a lot, but is often missing the point or full context Jesus was bringing. What is judgment, really? What is ‘Krino,’ and how is it both good and bad? Is it a matter of how we judge or what we judge? How does discernment aide us in this? How is discernment made more palpable and effective? How can the ‘plank in our own eye’ teaching still be helpful and applicable for us if we have heard it so many times? Is there room for calling things or actions out in today’s world? There is so much to work through here. Jesus understands the complexities of the issue, as well as the depth and uniqueness of each person listening. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. This is the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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280 - What We Can Learn From Flowers & Fields 56:01

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 15 - “What We Can Learn From Flowers & Fields.” Matthew 6:25-34. Holy moly. Let’s dig into worry and anxiety, shall we? Today we sit down with some critical responses to our last few episodes and discuss the balance between calling out certain things while celebrating others. Where is the line? Then we head back to the Mount, to pick up where we left off with Jesus’s sermon. Despite topical heading breaks the editors of the Bible unfortunately inserted, Jesus takes us into a conversation on worry that runs directly out of the last piece on treasures. What is he doing here? How has this section been grossly misinterpreted and taught over the years? How does worry connect to where our treasures lay? Many of us have been shamed in our depression and anxiety over the years, being told that we shouldn’t worry or fret, that it was sinful to be feeling the way we were. This is not what Jesus is doing here. He is, again, helping us to reposture and to broaden our understanding. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. This is the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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279 - When Unity Isn't Enough - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:21:12

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Gombis stops by for a conversation on a theological response and reflection on the last couple weeks. Gombis, a Pauline scholar and seminary Professor, walks us through his thoughts and how Paul might have addressed the church in this time. Where should the outrage have begun? How do we process an Evangelical pursuit of power? How can we effect change in our communities? How can Matthew 25 fuel our understanding of politics? How has the Church's imagination been taken hostage? Who did Andre the Giant and King Kong Bundy wrestle at Wrestlemania? There is so much to sift through as we, collectively, try to look forward. We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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278 - Where Do We Go From Here? 58:49

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We are still processing the events of last week, as we’re sure many of you are as well. It feels like too big of a moment to gloss over, so we decided to crack it open. This is, again, raw and in real time, recorded this morning. We answer a question dealing with an undecided nature involving Church, and Nationalism spouted from the pulpit. How long do you stay in a Church that you feel is Theologically off-center? How has that rhetoric fueled what we saw last Wednesday, January 6th? Is this a false Gospel, a false Jesus? Is this Christianity, radicalized? Is it divisive to call all of this out? We at VOX are committed to not only confronting all of this, first in ourselves, but also to wrestle with what Jesus would have for us in this time. We are committed to repentance and a pursuit of discernment. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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So... About That Riot 37:47

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This is raw and in real time. We sit and have a conversation about the insurrection at the Nation's capital yesterday, January 6th, 2021. We, like all of you, watched in horror and anger, trying to process what we were seeing and how we as followers of Jesus are supposed to navigate the wreckage. All of it is emotional and wandering, but it is real. Yesterday was the Day of Epiphany, the closing of the Christmas season and a reminder of Herod the narcissist and his kingdom being threatened by the hope of the coming Christ. We lament with the Nation and the Church as both have become fractured. How do we best love the Lord and our neighbor in this coming season? As always, we appreciate walking this road with all of you.…

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277 - A Singular Devotion 1:10:31

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 14 - “A Singular Devotion.” Matthew 6:19-24: “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy…” We’re picking back up the Sermon on the Mount in the new year! Today, we discuss the widely taught on but rarely enacted section or the sermon, dealing with money and possessions. While recognizing anger and lust seems easier and more well established, we tend to struggle a bit more in understanding the role our ‘treasures’ play in our Kingdom living. How does Jesus frame the conversation? What does He mean by “The eye is the lamp of the body?” What is the “mine-ness” of something? How does He structure parallel concepts to strengthen His illustrations and point? Is it a matter of selling all our possessions or is Jesus getting at something deeper? We also spend time discussing our anger and frustrations with Sean Feucht and the worship concerts he has continued to hold around the U.S. during the pandemic, what he and others consider a form of protest against government restrictions on religious gatherings. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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276 - Requiem For 2020 52:53

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A Requiem for 2020. What a year… In many ways, 2020 was apocalyptic as it unveiled and revealed much about society, the Nation and the Church. Today we talk a little about Christmas and what it looks like without the bows and garland and we answer a question in response to Gombis’s episode on Capitalism and the Church (Episode 273). Where do we go from here? How do we fix this mess we’re in? Should people still give to the Church? What does transparency look like for the Church? How can it become more trustworthy and renew its reputation? We’re excited to close out this difficult year and look to new things in 2021. A new name for the Podcast! New communities and connections with y’all! May the Lord bless you and keep you; May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and in these days, may He give you peace. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Relevant Article on ‘O Holy Night’: https://www.relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/reminder-o-holy-night-started-out-as-an-abolitionist-anthem/?utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-relevantmagazine&utm_content=later-12647918&utm_medium=social&utm_source=instagram Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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275 - The Bible With & Without Jesus - with Dr. Amy Jill Levine 1:03:53

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This one is fun! Today we sit down with one of our favorite guests, Dr. Amy Jill Levine and discuss some of the theology and ideas behind her new book, “The Bible With & Without Jesus.” Dr. Levine, who is a University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, Mary Jane Werthan Professor of Jewish Studies, and Professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt Divinity School, presents a way for people with differing faiths to interact and learn from one another while not compromising their own beliefs. Is it possible for a Christian to grow a more robust faith and understanding of Jesus by interacting with the Jewish tradition? How can we re-approach scripture and tradition? How does context change understanding? How did Jesus’s Jewish heritage effect his teaching? How does interpretation, translation and even mood effect our reading and understanding of text? This was such a fun and enlightening conversation. You can purchase Dr. Levine’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Without-Jesus-Christians-Differently/dp/0062560158/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&hvadid=78134114429055&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=amy+jill+levine&qid=1608574374&sr=8-2&tag=mh0b-20 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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274 - The Burden of Purity Culture - with Bridget Eileen Rivera & Tyler Chernesky 50:04

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Today we sit down (virtually, from all over the country) with old friend of the Pod Tyler Chernesky and new friend Bridget Eileen Rivera, for a conversation on Purity Culture, the Church and being a Gay Christian. Tyler is a pastor of City Church OTR in downtown Cincinnati, a church that strives to be a safe place to be honest and feel supported. Bridget Eileen is an author, speaker and advocate, who speaks and writes on issues of faith, sexuality, and justice. Bridget and Tyler both share their stories of growing up in purity culture. What is a folk devil and what role does it play in society? How has Bridget’s study of criminology linked to her experience in Purity Culture? How has the conversation on sexuality consumed and pushed aside other topics in the church? This was a brilliant and heartfelt conversation. Bridget Eileen Rivera can be found at: https://bridgeteileenrivera.com/ and on Twitter @TravelingNun Tyler Chernesky can be found at: https://www.tylerchernesky.com/ and on Twitter @tylerchernesky As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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273 - Christ, Capitalism & Critical Race Theory - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 1:10:48

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We’re taking a little break from the Sermon On The Mount today to talk about a few conversations that are currently being had. Today we sit down with brother of the pod, our good friend and scholar Dr. Timothy George Gombis! The conversation begins with the Southern Baptist declaration that “Critical Race Theory (CRT), Intersectionality and any version of Critical Theory is incompatible with the Baptist Faith & Message.” Heyo! What is CRT? What functions does it perform? Why is there opposition to it? We segue from there into everyone’s second favorite Thanksgiving dinner topic, Capitalism. We wrestle with how Capitalism has made its way into the church and what the Bible has to say about it. Gombis has some thoughts… It’s a wild ride! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. The Southern Baptist Statement: https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/seminary-presidents-reaffirm-bfm-declare-crt-incompatible/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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272 - The Lord's Prayer 1:03:06

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter 13 - “The Lord’s Prayer." Matthew 6:9-14. “This, then, is how you should pray…” Jesus walks us through a framework on how we might enter into prayer. The prayer itself is short, but as always, it is layered and nuanced and packed with so much. As we talked about last week, Jesus approaches God as ‘Father.’ What does he mean by in ‘Heaven?’ What does ‘hallowed’ imply? How does Jesus continue to use the ‘now and not yet’ structure? What does the ‘daily bread ‘ link to? Debt and debtors, temptation and delivery from the evil one… Jesus covers a ton. How then should we pray? If this is a framework, how does it apply and direct us? Brick by brick, the foundation of the Kingdom is being laid. Tomorrow is “Giving Tuesday,” a day during this season to support non profits, like VOX! You can do so at: www.voxpodcast.com This is the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: Voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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271 - Asking, Seeking & Knocking 1:09:34

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Sermon on The Mount: Chapter Twelve - "Asking, Seeking & Knocking." Matthew 6:5-8 & Luke 7:7-12. Today, we wade into the waters of prayer, an often misunderstood, confusing and difficult facet of the Christian faith. How does Jesus frame our relationship with prayer? What is our role? How should we approach God? How does Jesus set up the model for prayer? How does asking, seeking and knocking fit in to what Jesus is saying in the sermon on the mount? Remember the through line Jesus has been laying out during the entirety of the sermon, and where prayer fits into it as a whole. Brick by brick, the foundation of the Kingdom is being laid. This is still the beginning of the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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270 - Keeping Up Appearances 58:51

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Sermon on the Mount: Chapter Eleven - “Keeping Up Appearances.” Luke 12:1-7. Today we’re further unpacking Jesus’s teaching on hypocrisy and how we are to live in it. How does Jesus define it, in totality? What examples does he give and what are the implications? What role does faith play? How does the metaphor of marriage play into this? What was Jesus’s instructions to the layperson regarding the Pharisees? What impact does this have on American Evangelicalism and how many of us were raised? And more importantly, how can this change for future generations of Jesus followers? How can the Kingdom be manifested and known now and going forward? What is our role as citizens? This is still the beginning of the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. We’re excited to walk this road with you all. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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269 - Election Cliches, Hypocrisy & Evangelical Politics 1:03:26

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Sermon on the Mount: Chapter Ten - Election Cliches, Hypocrisy & Evangelical Politics. Matthew 6:1-4. This is the beginning of the second section of the Sermon on the Mount. In this episode we discuss phrases such as ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and how they are used during tumultuous times such as these. Are they helpful or even accurate? How do they reflect action and here & now Kingdom of Jesus? This section starts with hypocrisy. How does Jesus define it? What are the implications? How are we to navigate service and spiritual disciplines? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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268 -What Does it Really Mean to Vote Pro-Life? - with Skye Jethani 52:16

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Tomorrow is Election day, 2020. It has been a long year of rhetoric and talking points, promises and accusations. Part of the Sermon on The Mount, part of what Jesus has been showing us, is to adopt the discipline of discernment. Today we have on friend and frequent guest of the show, Skye Jethani. Skye, who is a co host of the Holy Post podcast, recently released a video on Abortion. In the video, Skye presents the data and statistics from the last 40 years, as to what has and has not had effects on abortion rates. How has Roe v. Wade effected abortion numbers? Does a conservative President really lower those? What about the Supreme Court? What are we called to outside of voting every four years? The sensitivity of this issue is not lost on us and we hope this conversation can be encouraging and thoughtful, not divisive. The sensitivity of this issue is not lost on us and we hope this conversation can be encouraging and thoughtful, not divisive. You can see Skye’s video on abortion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvWD7ykNjCc As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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267 - The Liturgy of Politics - with Kaitlyn Schiess 35:59

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Today we have on author Kaitlyn Schiess, to discuss her new book ‘The Liturgy of Politics.’ Kaitlyn, a self described ‘Theology Nerd,’ has written for the New York Times, Relevant Magazine and Christianity Today. We have a great conversation about the tenuous relationship between faith and politics. What is liturgy? How do you define politics? How are we and the Church shaped by our habits and practices? We talk about recognizing how formative the political entities around us are, and how we may grow and reconcile them with who we are in the Kingdom. Kaitlyn is currently finishing up her ThM at Dallas Theological Seminary. You can purchase Kaitlyn’s book here: https://www.ivpress.com/the-liturgy-of-politics As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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BONUS EPISODE 2: Reconciling Faith & Politics - part 2 30:25

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BONUS EPISODE #2! Reconciling Faith & Politics, chapter 2. Mike talks about Paul's journey and the political implications, along with the established kingdom. This is a series from two years ago or so on reconciling faith and politics. This was helpful for folks then, so we're hoping it may be helpful again now in this season. We'll roll out a few more of these mid week as we approach the election. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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266 - Hope For the Church 1:02:28

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Sermon on the Mount: Chapter One - Hope For the Church. In this episode we talk about the through line Jesus has woven throughout the first section of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus has been leading the people at the mount on a journey. Everything He has said so far has been intentional and building. Where do we find ourselves after this first section? Where is He going from here? We also answer a question about the role of Church and that of a Shepherd. And Mike has a special announcement at the end! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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BONUS EPISODE: Reconciling Faith & Politics - part 1 1:01:27

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BONUS EPISODE! This is a series from two years ago or so on reconciling faith and politics. This was helpful for folks then, so we're hoping it may be helpful again now in this season. We'll roll out a few more of these mid week as we approach the election. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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265 - Love Your Enemies 44:31

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Sermon on the Mount: Part 9. Matthew 5:43-48. Love Your Enemies. This is the last piece, of the first section of the Sermon on the Mount. Here, Jesus challenges the laws of reciprocity we’ve seen in the past few weeks, highlighting the embodied faith of the Kingdom. What levitical laws does Jesus confront? How does he expand the Jewish understanding of who was a neighbor? What is the understanding of an enemy? How are we to interact with those who oppose us? What does it mean to love your enemies? We have landed at a pivotal section of the Sermon on the Mount. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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264 - Race, Abortion & Evangelicals - with Phil Vischer 1:10:36

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Race, Abortion & Evangelicals. Today we’re diverging from the Sermon on The Mount, to talk about the history of segregation and race relations in America. We’re joined by friend Phil Vischer from our cousin podcast, The Holy Post. Phil recently released a pair of videos on race that went viral and stirred up conversation. What is the history of segregation in the U.S.? What about within the church? What responsibility do we have today for the sins of yesterday? When did abortion become the singular issue the church rallies behind? How can we listen to one another first, before engaging in a posture of angry disagreement? We discuss being Christians with different life experiences coming to radically different conclusions on how each of us should vote and become active. You can see Phil’s video here: https://youtu.be/AGUwcs9qJXY As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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263 - An Eye For An Eye 53:18

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Sermon on the Mount: Part 8. Matthew 5:38-42. An eye for an eye. This one is fun. Jesus continues to flip the script on what we know and have held to be true. There is a lot, a lot here, so give yourself some time. Jesus is purposefully upending many common held practices in regards to revenge and reciprocity, resistance and passivity. What was Jesus saying when he tells them to turn the other cheek? To offer their cloak? To walk an extra mile? What does this say about the Kingdom that He is establishing? How is it at odds with the common practices of the time, and well as today?? Where does this fall in line with what He has said prior in this sermon about anger, coveting, divorce, etc.? This kingdom is a table with many seats and each sits as high as the next. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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262 - Using Religious Language to Manipulate 1:01:15

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Sermon on the Mount: Part 7. Let your ‘yes’ be your ‘yes,’ and your ‘no’ be your ‘no.’ Jesus is pressing forward, with a topic that we still struggle with: Using Religious Language to Manipulate Others. What does it mean to swear or to take an oath? When is that permitted? What does Jesus say about truth telling and bolstering your claims with the name of Yahweh or Heaven? What does Let your ‘yes’ be your ‘yes,’ and your ‘no’ be your ‘no’ mean? The thread from the Beatitudes, through anger, lust and divorce has brought us here. How does this version of truth telling come in line with His previous statements? How does this play into Kingdom living? We look at the verses Jesus cross references here to find the roots of this teaching and what implications it has for them, then, and us today. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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261 - Jesus, Divorce & Purity Culture 57:58

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Sermon on the Mount: Part 6. Jesus, Divorce & Purity Culture. Jesus is on a roll, with a thread running through Anger & Lust to Divorce. Here, He is pressed with an old argument between two differing Rabbinical ideas. Jesus offers another. What is He doing? Jesus answers one thing and flips the script on another. What is the ideal God set for the covenant of marriage? How is that broken? We look at Rabbinical ideas of gender structures and how they still play out today and how we might choose against them. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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260 - Lust, Shame & Modesty 54:12

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Sermon On The Mount: Part 5. Lust. Shame. Coveting. Jesus, as He does, is cutting straight to the core. But what is He saying exactly? And to whom? What is lust? How does what Jesus is saying actually translate? How does sexual desire play into the equation? Our history with sexual desire and shame is a long and troubled one, too often dictated by voices and agendas that are made to cloud Jesus’s message. He is disrupting more than the idea of impure thoughts. Jesus is challenging the long history of the marginalization of women and how much objectification and imbalanced gender dynamics have influenced that. He is offering freedom, not condemnation. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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259 - Rethinking The Great Commission - with Dr. Timothy Gombis 53:02

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Gombis’d! This week we have the return of the great Dr. Timothy Gombis to talk ‘The Great Commission’ from Matthew 28. What does the Bible actually say about evangelism? What was Jesus saying when he said “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations?” What does discipleship look like and what is its relationship with the idea of ‘conversion?’ As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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258 - Given to Anger 56:31

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Sermon On The Mount: Part 4. Anger. This week, we dive into the section where Jesus begins some of His ‘light & heavy' teaching. How is it that we should process anger? How do we show it? What does Jesus have to say about anger and its links to violence? How are we to conduct ourselves as Christians when we vehemently disagree with someone or something? These are are some of the foundational pieces of the Kingdom at hand, the now and not yet. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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257 - Christians & QAnon - with Skye Jethani 53:43

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QAnon. Pizzagate. Conspiracy theories. Why are humans drawn to these? How has a faction of the Church latched on to the dangerous and anonymous Q and the wild theories he purports. What effect does this have on theology and social engagement? How does all this fit into the Sermon on the Mount and our involvement with what Jesus was starting? We are thrilled to have great friend of the show Skye Jethani with us today as we dissect and discuss. Skye is cohost of our cousin podcast, the Holy Post. Skye has a new book out on the Sermon on the Mount called “What If Jesus Was Serious?: A Visual Guide to the Teachings of Jesus We Love to Ignore.” As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. You can find Skye's book here: https://www.amazon.com/What-Jesus-Was-Serious-Teachings/dp/0802419755/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DMUD8F8RC926&dchild=1&keywords=skye+jethani&qid=1597611830&sprefix=skye+j%2Caps%2C349&sr=8-1 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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256 - Light & Heavy 1:01:58

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Sermon On The Mount: Part 3. Light & Heavy. Today we tackle one of the most important sections of the Sermon on the Mount, as what Jesus says helps to frame everything after. What did Jesus mean when he said he came not to abolish, but to fulfill? What was His relationship to the Torah? What is the definition of abolish? What did this mean to the crowd there? What does it mean to us now? What is the difference between light and heavy commands? So much to unpack! As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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255 - Politics of Salt & Light 1:07:07

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Sermon On The Mount: Part 2. The Politics of Salt & Light. We’re continuing on through the Sermon on the Mount, with the oft quoted verses focusing on Jesus’s calling to the people to be both Salt and Light. What did Jesus mean when he called the folks at the mount to be Salt? What implications did that have? What of the command to be Light? To whom and how? How does this section play off of the Beatitudes that precede it? How do these commands relate to us, today? Painting by Sadao Watanabe. We have always viewed VOX as a community, despite it existing mostly within the digital realm. We encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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254 - Of Such As These 56:33

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Sermon On The Mount: Part 1. Of Such As These. Mike cracks open the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, by dissecting the word ‘Blessed.’ How does the word translate? What was Jesus trying to say here and to whom? The context of these ‘Beatitudes’ helps us to understand the Kingdom Jesus was ushering in, and how we are to interact with the message He was delivering to those people at that time. What does it mean to be meek? What scripture was Jesus referencing and how would it be interpreted by the folks listening? These are the Politics of Jesus. We have always viewed VOX as a community, despite it existing mostly within the digital realm. We encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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253 - Neither Right, Nor Left, Nor Religious 57:30

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Sermon On The Mount: Introduction. This week, we are beginning a series going through the Sermon On The Mount. In a time where we are continually divided, even within the church, we take a look at a different affiliation, one that supersedes nation and location and informs how we exist within others: the Kingdom of God. In many ways, this is a series that will challenge much of what we hold tight within our identity (for Mike & Tim especially!), and we’re very excited to embark on with all of you. We have always viewed VOX as a community, despite it existing mostly within the digital realm. We encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. The book Mike references is: https://www.amazon.com/Scandalous-Witness-Political-Manifesto-Christians/dp/0802877354/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=lee+camp+scandalous+witness&qid=1595170355&sr=8-1 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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252 - Mailbag: Apologies, Genesis and Covid Church 49:40

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Here we go! VOX receives many listener questions. While we try to answer as many as we can, every now and again we like to take an episode to discuss some big ones. Today, Mike and Tim answer a few. How do we know an apology is sincere when they’re always wrapped in buzzwords? Should the Church be inventive and let go of their current format during quarantine? Were there other people outside of the Garden in Genesis? Alway feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com. Books that are discussed: Genesis Unbound: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Unbound-Provocative-Creation-Account/dp/1935651218/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3K3OQTE8T0IR1 The Lost World of Genesis One: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-World-Genesis-One-Cosmology/dp/0830837043/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3K3OQTE8T0IR1 The Temple and the Church's Mission: https://www.amazon.com/Temple-Churchs-Mission-Biblical-Theology/dp/0830826181/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3UZGOX0OS8SUG Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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251 - Faith Improvised - with Tim Gombis 1:00:32

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We're back with the inimitable and brain melting Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss a theology of race and the diverse Kingdom God intended. It is a conversation packed with interpretation and intention. What is the hope for the modern evangelical church during this time? What is its role? Further, Dr. Gombis shares about his new podcast that will debut in two weeks: "Faith Improvised." We also celebrate Bonnie Lewis's last episode as co host as she transitions to her brand new podcast, "The Timshel Cast!" The first episode is out today and can be heard here: https://anchor.fm/timshelcast/episodes/Episode-1--In-the-Text-What-is-Timshel-egcksu/a-a2kse5j As we await the "Faith Improvised" podcast, Dr. Gombis can be read here: https://timgombis.com/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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250 - Be The Bridge - with Faitth Brooks 49:32

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Faitth Brooks is the Director of Operations at Be the Bridge to Racial Unity, an organization dedicated to empowering people and culture towards racial equality, healing and reconciliation. On today’s episode, we sit down with Faitth to learn more about the work of Be the Bridge, how we can be allies that make a difference, and her important perspective on what it is like to be a black woman in America. Be the Bridge is a well of information that helps educate, inform, and then act at a fundamental level in people’s families and communities. In today’s conversation, Faitth describes the powerful result of taking small steps towards change. If you want to find out more information about the work Be the Bridge does, download Be the Bridge’s resource guide, or join a group, you can visit:https://bethebridge.com or visit them on instagram: @beabridgebuilder For more information about Faitth, please visit: https://www.faitthbrooks.com or Instagram: @faitthb Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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249 - Timshel: Thou Mayest 1:03:44

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Today we have all the feels. After a year as co-host on the podcast, Bonnie will be leaving from her official role as co-host to focus on Timshel, her work with Radical Wellness and her own podcast. We are so very sad to see her go, but cheering her on and her work in this next season for her! In today’s episode, we hear about her journey, why this work matters so much and how you can find her new podcast and order Timshel for yourself! (As of TODAY it’s for sale!) We dive deep and she answers the question “Why is it called a Translation?”, “What Does Timshel mean?”, along with a dash of Quantum Physics and the Divine Feminine. We know you will join us in supporting our beloved Bonnie! You can purchase your copy of Timshel here: https://www.timsheltranslation.com Keep with Bonnie on Instagram here: @bonniegaillewis or @timsheltranslation.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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248 - Faith Amidst Pandemic - with Dr. Walter Brueggemann 40:36

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We were thrilled to sit down with theologian Dr. Walter Brueggemann for today’s episode. Discussing his new book, “Virus as a Summons to Faith,” Dr. Brueggemann dives into the reality the world is facing with the pandemic, and what a faithful Christian response looks like. In today’s episode, he outlines his book, discusses how to read a pre-science work in a post-science world, and touches on recent events surrounding inequality, racism, and white supremacy culture. If you want to find out more about Dr. Brueggemann you can go to his website: https://www.walterbrueggemann.com And if you’d like to purchase his book, you can do so here: https://rb.gy/h9yy67 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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247 - Understanding Racism 101 - with Brit Barron 55:35

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We are honored to have Brit Barron with us on the podcast this week! Brit Barron is an author, anti-racism activist, pastor and public speaker who is dedicated to having honest conversations. As a person of color, Brit grew up in predominately white spaces, and as a part of the American Evangelical church. On today’s podcast we got the opportunity to reflect with Brit on the events of the past few weeks including George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter Movement. Brit gives a poignant view of racism in America, the racial blindspot of the Evangelical church, practical steps for those who want to know more about historical context of racism in America and the truth that unless it’s personal to each of us, real change will not happen. In addition to her thoughtful and wise comments., Brit released an “Understanding Racism 101 Guide” to help us all become anti-racist. You can learn more and purchase it here: https://britbarron.com/racism101 For more information about Brit, you can find her on Instagram: @BritBarron or her website at https://britbarron.com If you’d like to see what her church is all about visit: https://www.newabbey.org/ or @newabbeychurch Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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246 - Podcast Blackout 3:23

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245 - Gospel Allegiance - with Matthew Bates 54:10

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Today we sit down with Associate Professor of Theology at Quincy University, Matthew Bates, to discuss his latest book, "Gospel Allegiance: What Faith Misses for Salvation in Christ." Bates asks questions about our understanding of faith, and asks is faith in Jesus enough for salvation? Or does the church need a shift in allegiance? You can see Matthew's work and learn more at http://matthewwbates.com/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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244 - Beating Guns - with Shane Claiborne 44:39

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This we week we welcome theologian and activist Shane Claiborne. Together we discuss one of his recent books “Beating Guns” and wrestle with gun reform, and the 2nd Amendment in light of a Gospel-centered worldview. We ask questions about if it is a gun problem, heart problem or both. What about self defense? What should we do with out fear? How shall we interpret the 2nd Amendment? How shall we interpret the words of Jesus? Part of Shane’s work is working with RAWtools, an organization which accepts guns from those who have voluntarily unarmed themselves and turn these weapons into gardening tools. You can find out how to get involved here: https://rawtools.org/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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243 - Our Good Crisis - with Jonathan Dodson 52:01

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Author and Pastor Jonathan Dodson joins us today to tan about his new book, “Our Good Crisis: Overcoming Moral Chaos with the Beatitudes.” Through an in-depth conversation through the Beatitudes, Mike, Tim and Bonnie ask Jonathan his thoughts on how to live by the famous words from Jesus in the midst of our current culture. Jonathan Dodson is the founding Pastor at City Life Church in Austin, Texas and founder of Gospel-Centered Discipleship.com which produces resources to help make, mature and multiply disciples of Jesus. To find out more about Jonathan and where to purchase his book, visit: http://jonathandodson.org Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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242 - Daily Bread 48:21

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After three heavy-loaded episodes regarding prayer, if God is in control or not, and the purpose of the Bible, we decided it was time for a long outro! Mike, Tim and Bonnie sit down to discuss the lot of these things, but landed discussing the point and the practice of prayer. Why do we pray? Does it make any difference? Is there a right or wrong way to pray? What does it mean when God answers prayers, what does it mean when He doesn’t? If you have missed the past few episodes, we encourage you to listen first here: God is Not in Control, Part 1 with Tim Gombis: shorturl.at/qGJTZ Wake up Dead Man, Part 2 with Tim Gombis: shorturl.at/ruvMR How the Bible Works with Pete Enns: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/241-how-the-bible-works-with-pete-enns/id1049250910?i=1000473548696 All three of these episodes asked some hard questions and required us all to look at the commonly discussed topics of the Bible and prayer in brand new ways. This week, on Tuesday May 12 we will also be meeting on Zoom with Tim Gombis (and all of you!) to further discuss these things. You can find more information on our facebook page, here: https://www.facebook.com/voxpodcast/ If you have any thoughts or questions about today’s episode, we would love to hear from you! Hit us up on social media or email us at hello@voxpodcast.com If you are enjoying the show and it encourages you and challenges you in all the right ways, please consider leaving a review here on iTunes or supporting by becoming part of our Patreon Community. You can find more information here: https://www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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241 - How the Bible Works - with Pete Enns 1:24:10

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We are so excited about today’s episode in which we got the chance to interview Peter Enns. Peter Enns is a professor at Eastern University and the author of multiple books including The Bible and the Believer, Genesis for Normal People, and How the Bible Actually Works. In addition, Pete is the host of the Bible for Normal People podcast! Today we dive into reading the Bible from different angles and looking for wisdom instead of viewing it as a rule book. Pete discusses the importance of literary genres, language, and context. Together we explore deconstruction and what part the Bible plays in the process of making our inherited faiths our own. If you’d like to know more about Pete you can find him at: https://peteenns.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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240 - Wake Up Dead Man: God is Not in Control, part 2 - with Tim Gombis 38:24

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This week we give you part 2 with Tim Gombis! Together Mike, Bonnie and Tim sit down with Gombis to discuss if God is actually in control or if we read this (and other) doctrine into the text. If you haven’t already listened, we encourage you to listen to part one that began when Tim Gombis wrote a blog post asserting that God may not actually be in control. The arc of topics in these two episodes include God’s omniscience, the Church and the implications of control, the role of the Bible in our life of faith, and if it’s permissible to read doctrine into the Text. This is part 2 of a 4 part series in which we will do an outdo on many of the major topics discussed in this series. To find out more about Tim Gombis or read his original blog post, you can visit: www.timgombis.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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239 - God is Not in Control, part 1 - with Tim Gombis 44:07

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The one and only Tim Gombis is in the house today! On a recent blog post, Mr. Gombis asserted that “God is not control”, which spurred on many questions, arguments, disagreements and the like. On today’s episode, we are discussing what he meant by this statement, if the Bible actually tells us that God is in control, and what we learn about ourselves from holding tightly to this theological statement. We realize that many questions may arise from this conversation which is why this is only Part 1 of our conversation. We will not only follow up with a part 2 but have a series of podcasts along similar topics and we will follow up with one, long episode about all of it. However, if you have pressing questions, thoughts or ideas, please email us at hello@voxpodcast.com If you want to read Tim’s blog post in it’s totality, you can find it here: https://timgombis.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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238 - Jesus Was Jewish - with Dr. Amy-Jill Levine 1:14:11

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Today we sit down with Dr Amy-Jill Levine, professor and world renowned scholar for her work in New Testament Studies. AJ (as she affectionally insists we call her!) is the author of over ten books about Jesus and his Jewish background. AJ brings an authentic knowledge of Judaism in the first century, as well as her own Jewish heritage to inform her writings. In this interview, Mike and Tim converse with AJ all about the essential Jewishness of Jesus and why it matters to an accurate understanding of the text. With wit and humor, AJ dispels some misconceptions about Judaism and how often a good picture of Jesus is built upon a poor view of Judaism. AJ demonstrates how this is not only unnecessary, but calls into question one’s own Christology. If you want to know more about Dr. Levine and her work at Vanderbilt University, please click here: https://divinity.vanderbilt.edu/people/bio/amy-jill-levine Mike and Amy discuss her book, The Jewish Annotated New Testament which can be found here: shorturl.at/jC347 Along with her work written with Ben Witherington III, called “The Gospel of Luke” here: shorturl.at/jx469 In addition, you can find more of her books including children’s stories about the parable of Jesus here: shorturl.at/BDIKN Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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237 - From Liberation to Wilderness - with Rabbi Nahum Ward-Lev 1:10:30

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With Passover upon us, we sit down with Rabbi Nahum Ward-Lev who is also an author and Spiritual Guide to discuss the Passover and its impact on our spirituality. Rabbi Nahum sheds light on three Jewish holidays in light of liberation and wilderness. Together, we explore what it means to be a liberated people, and what to do when we find ourselves in the wilderness. Rabbi Nahum brings an interesting perspective in light of the plague of the Corona Virus and the global wilderness we find ourselves in. Mike, Bonnie and Tim do an Outro to the episode and discuss how an understanding of the Jewish background of the text and Jewish spirituality impacts the Christian faith. Together, we wade through an understanding of wilderness and how the point of the wild is to learn how to be free. To find out more about Rabbi Nahum please visit his website: https://rabbinahum.com If you’d like to order his book, The Liberating Path of the Hebrew Prophets Then and Now, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Liberating-Path-Hebrew-Prophets-Then/dp/1626983291/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=nahum+ward+lev&qid=1580387652&sr=8-1 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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236 - Enneagram For Wholeness - with Annie Dimond 1:16:30

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What do you know about the Enneagram? Where did it start? What does it mean? How can we use it? Does it have any place in our spiritual lives or is it all just a fad? Annie Diamond is an Enneagram Coach who teaches from the Narrative Method and in this episodes she explains the ins and outs of the Enneagram including it’s very early origins from the “9 Deadly Sins”. Annie discusses how every number has a “sin” or a “fixation” which can pull them away from God or others around them, and how noticing these fixations can help recenter and realign our thoughts, emotions and actions. In addition to these fixations, each number also has a door to the “higher self”, the part of the self that allows us to fully step into who God created us to be. Annie leads us through a thoughtful discussion about each these crucial aspects of the Enneagram and how it can make a big impact in our lives. If you’d like to know more about Annie, you can visit her website at: https://www.enneagramforwholeness.com or on instagram at @enneagramforwholeness The book she recommends to get started on the topic is called “The Complete Enneagram: 27 Paths to Greater Self-Knowledge” by Beatrice Chestnut Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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235 - Wash Hands, Then Wash Feet 50:32

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It is the thing everyone is talking about, the reason why we are all home, and the biggest shift in our global world that most of us have experienced. The Coronavirus has changed the way we navigate the world, is changing our economy, and is brining up questions about what God is doing in the midst of this and how as Jesus followers we can hold faithful witness. We hope you enjoy this special episode and join us for some of these upcoming live events and gatherings to help make quarantine more bearable and give us a space to wrestle together: Every Sunday Bonnie will be on Facebook and Instagram live to lead us in different spiritual direction practices. 8:30 am PST/10:30 am CST/ 11:30 am EST “What is God Doing?” Starting Wednesday April 1, Mike will be on Facebook and Instagram live at 9:00 am PST/11:00 am CST/12:00 pm EST to pastor us through some of the theological questions and rumbling during this pandemic. Zoom Hangout with the VOX Team to talk about the episodes of the past month and meet together! First call, Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 6:00 pm PST/8:00 pm CST/9:00 pm EST click here to join the meeting when the time comes and add it to your calendar: https://zoom.us/j/871248543 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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234 - Scars, Not Wounds - with Mike Erre 56:00

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We are thrilled to have the one and only Mike Erre on back on the show today! After three months dedicated therapy, healing and re-orientation, Mike is back to share more of his story. In this episode, Bonnie and Tim talk with Mike as he updates everyone on where he has been, what he has been doing and learning. Mike highly recommends OnSite Workshops, a therapeutic retreat center in Nashville, TN and has found great growth and solace in both the Enneagram and Spiritual Direction. Mike also gives an update on Justina and the family, and Tim and Bonnie share some of their own learnings from the past few months. In addition, we also answer the burning question, “Is Mike back for good?” If you are a newer listener and aren’t sure what we are discussing, you may want to visit Episode 224 “Together, In Process” which explains Mike’s reason for spending time away from the podcast. We are excited for the road ahead, and how the new growth of the team will help continue to serve you. We can’t thank you enough for sticking with us these past three months and we are excited to all be recording together once again! If you have any questions or comments, please email us at hello@voxpodcast.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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233 - Hell, Judgement & Ultimate Redemption - with Bradley Jersak 1:22:21

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We sat down with Dr. Bradley Jersak to discuss his book on judgment and hell called "Her Gates Will Never Be Shut." In this conversation, we explore the many differing views of hell and how they differ from one another, the question of judgment including who is judged and if it's eternal or temporal. Dr. Jersak takes us through numerous Scriptures, definitions & Church history, as well as pastoral care. We value these types of conversations as we believe they are essential in learning more about parts of our faith that may have been inherited, and giving ourselves and our community a chance to own them for ourselves. For more information on Dr. Jersak and his work, visit: https://bradjersak.com and you can find his newest book, "In" here: https://www.amazon.com/Incarnation-Inclusion-Abba-Lamb-ebook/dp/B07VSP1J71/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Bradley+Jersak+in&qid=1584370073&sr=8-1 Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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232 - Old Testament Time Travel - with Dr. Cynthia Shafer-Elliott 1:20:57

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Today on the podcast we are exited to have Dr. Cynthia Shafer-Elliott, Associate Dean and Associate Professor in the School of Theology at William-Jessup University. But that’s not all! Dr. Shafer-Elliott is also is an experienced field archaeologist in Israel and is currently part of the archaeological excavation team at Tell Halif, Israel. Dr. Shafer-Elliott discusses her findings in the field and why context is important to the Bible. In this conversation we also explore how the smallest artifacts tell the biggest stories, and that how we do anything is how we do everything. Dr. Shafer-Elliott brings such a unique perspective to the Biblical story, as well as being an accomplished woman in the field. We hope you enjoy this one! To find out more about Dr. Shaffer-Elliot, you can visit: https://jessup.edu/faculty/cynthia-shafer-elliott/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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231 - Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk - with Eugene Cho 48:22

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Religion! Politics! We're breaking all the Thanksgiving dinner rules on this episode. This week, we talk with Eugene Cho about his new book, 'Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk,' which deals with how to prioritize and navigate faith and politics. Eugene is the founder and former Senior Pastor of Quest Church in Seattle Washington, as well as the founder of 'One Day’s Wages,' a grassroots movement to alleviate extreme global poverty. Learn more about Eugene at: https://eugenecho.com/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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230 - Politics of the Marginalized - with Don Golden 1:06:01

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Bonnie and Tim sit down with Don Golden, to talk about his work with Red Letter Christians, World Relief and what he is doing now with economic empowerment and market-based solutions to social struggles. What does the Bible say in relation to the world today? Where do we fit in with injustice and liberation? Learn more about Don's work: https://www.donrgolden.com/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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229 - Reconciling Purity Culture - with Dr. Celeste Holbrook (Rated PG13) 1:14:53

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In today’s episode we talk with sexologist Dr. Celeste Holbrook and dive into the aftermath of purity culture. We discuss the good things that purity culture left behind as well as what needs some repairing. Dr. Holbrook believes that our inner feelings of shame and fear that was often taught to us within purity culture can continually impact our sex lives in negative ways unless we heal those wounds. Dr. Holbrook’s life work is dedicated to helping people heal and find a healthy sex life that is based on pleasure, connection and belonging. This episode contains explicit language, and may trigger some deep wounds for some. Please check out Dr. Holbrook’s site for resources to help heal some of this pain with a trusted professional. Her work and the questionnaire referenced in the episode can be found here: https://www.drcelesteholbrook.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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228 - A Theology of Vocation - with Skye Jethani 1:09:42

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Happy Monday! Bonnie and Tim had the pleasure of sitting down with Skye Jethani from the Holy Post Podcast, a frequent guest and part of the VOX Community. They have a fascinating conversation on "A Theology of Vocation." What does the Bible say about your work? What does it mean to be "called" to something? Does every job need to be under the umbrella of church and ministry? How do we know what we're called to? What about dreams and desires? All of this is covered and more! Thanks for listening! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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227 - Palms Up - With Pastor Jenny Smith 46:06

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On this episode we sit down with Jenny Smith, Lead Pastor at Marysville United Methodist Church in Marysville, Washington to discuss her experience as a woman leader in the Church. Jenny reminds us that the pressures we often discuss in Evangelical circles are universal. Through her journey she has learned a new contemplative approach to ministry and her walk of faith, and introduces us all to the transformative practice. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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226 - Who Are We, Who We Are - with Tim Gombis 1:20:39

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Gombis is back! He joins Tim and Bonnie to discuss what engaging in politics looks like as a Christian leaning into Kingdom Dynamics. We also discuss the best films of 2019 and strange and unusual facts about ourselves that folks may not know... Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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225 - Inside Out w/ Therapist Elyse Snipes 1:12:10

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We want to thank you for you all of your kindness, honestly, vulnerability and support you expressed after last week's episode. Because we value transparency and we believe we have built this awesome community in which we are all in process, we are joined in this week's episode by the incredible Elyse Snipes Therapy. She walks us through processing news like this, and teaches us all how we can approach these situations and process through them in a way that brings about real, healing change. If you found yourself in any of the seats in the room last week, if anything we said struck anything inside of you, then this is for you. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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224 - Together, In Process 55:42

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Today’s podcast focuses on a very difficult topic. We’ve always valued transparency and are committed to that even when it is incredibly heavy and personal. Today is part of that conversation. We are sinners in need of the savior. We are trying to be a safe place and a community for one another that shows the beauty of Jesus. We know the information shared in today’s episode will hit some harder than others, and we want you to know we are here for you, with you and extending an invitation to walk with you. We are committed to confession, restoration, and grace. We hope you stick with us on the road to hope and healing. If you have questions, thoughts, emotions, you are free to share them all. We are a safe place. If you have any questions, comments, concerns, prayers etc., you can send an email to tim@voxpodcast.com Grace and Peace, Mike, Bonnie, and Tim Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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223.5 VOX Mini: You Are Enough - Body Image & Shame Culture 30:54

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The final installment of this round of mini episodes is here! This is heavy but important: body image and a shame culture in the Church. If you have ever even known a woman in any capacity, you need to hear this. Watch here: https://youtu.be/U1h07OYrqaw Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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223.4 VOX Mini: "Biblical" Womanhood 14:57

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Happy New Year to YOU! We thought we'd start of 2020 with a soft, non-controversial topic in which we have very apathetic opinions of: What it means to be a "Biblical" Woman. So much in those quotations, right? ;) You can watch us hash this out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTmLQcaTt-k&feature=youtu.be Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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223.3 VOX MIni - The Panhead Strikes Back 20:42

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A new mini episode is out! So many different questions, so little time...but we try! We talk Trump, the band Skillet, the deconstruction of the Church, and a suggestion that maybe some people want to have a few tiers on Patreon to be named after Taylor Swift. Also, Mike is still wearing all black. 😬😐 Watch here: https://youtu.be/5csP-ww9N2w Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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223.2 VOX Mini - Privilege, Kerfuffle & Liberal Co Hosts 21:58

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A new mini episode is up in which we read an email from al listener who suggests that Erre is headed into a "liberal theology" in the next few years. He sights a few things, one being the liberal cohosts on the show. Find out what Erre says and how this type of comment is heard differently by the woman at the table. Also: Bonnie's hair and earrings and boots are ON POINT in this video. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMEsZYtnWxE&feature=youtu.be Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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223.1 VOX Mini - Why Table Fellowship? And, YouTube Channel Launch! 20:05

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Oh, hello internet! We are expanding form podcasting to the world of YouTube! We got together and had the most fun recording a few mini episodes TOGETHER IN AN ACTUAL ROOM! We hope you like, subscribe and take a look! For all you who prefer podcast format, we will release this in audio this week too, so stay tuned. First topic we tackle is Why Table Fellowship? You can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVK8nLw5oIY&feature=youtu.be Big thanks to Reveille for putting this together, talented photographer Andre Neising, Brandon Setter and Setter Studios and Gold Coast Studios for your beautiful space! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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222.3 VOX Mini - Thoughts, Questions and More Information on Micro Communities! 18:27

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So many of you are launching micro communities with us around the world (yes, the world!!) and we couldn’t be more excited! We’ve been getting lots of emails regarding different cities where you all are starting them, as well as a request for more information about what a micro community is. Tim takes the lead (and the crowd goes willlldddd!!!…) on what his experience of a micro community has been, how it’s different from church, how it is formatted and their genius childcare plan. If you think you’d like to start a micro community in your area, or want more information on the one in your city, please email hello@voxpodcast.com Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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222.2 VOX Mini - Feedback on Frow 15:01

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A couple of weeks ago we interviewed Alan Frow (Episode 219), a pastor from Orange County, CA who is also a Complementarian. It was great to interview someone with an opposing viewpoint, but also who upheld kindness and a respectful demeanor towards women, unlike recent examples of some well known Complementarians (Episode 218). In this episode, we dive into a few emails we got in response to Frow including a question regarding planting a church with someone who holds an opposing view: Is it possible to do church ministry together while fully honoring both parties? Take a listen to see what we say, as well as our answers to a few other questions on the Women in Leadership subject. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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222.1 VOX Mini - Why Didn’t God Give Us All the Answers? 16:41

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We are back with a few mini episodes this week as we dive into our mailbag. First up is a great question in which a listener wants to know why God didn’t leave us detailed instructions on how to live, what to believe how to follow him, etc. Mike, Bonnie and Tim answer this question by exploring the role of the Bible and the Holy Spirit, how community fits into the mix of things, and the necessary pursuit of God’s wonder. Mike also recommends a book about this topic by Dallas Willard called “Knowing Christ Today: Why We Can Trust Spiritual Knowledge”. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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VOX Heated Convo- Why We Changed Our Minds About Women in Church Leadership - From 2:04:38

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The VOX team headed out to Southern California last month to participate in an event with HeatedConvo about Women in Ministry. Mike and Bonnie both come from a church background which upheld a Complementarian viewpoint in regards to Women in leadership in the church. Through study, experience, and prayer both Mike and Bonnie now are Egalitarian. In this live discussion, you will hear each of their personal stories of how they changed their minds, along with great questions from audience members. You don’t want to miss this! If you want to watch the conversation, you can find it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SG7cikLTx8A Be sure to follow Heated Convo to find out what conversation series they will be hosting next. You can find them on FB here: https://www.facebook.com/Heatedconvo/ Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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221 - The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - with John Mark Comer 1:56:50

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We are so excited about this week's episode with John Mark Comer in which we discuss his new book about eliminating hurry in our lives. He talks spiritual disciplines, enneagram, and more! Then, yours truly does an outro in which Bonnie discusses Quantum Mechanics and we toss around a different name for "deconstruction". Thank you for listening, we can't wait to hear your thoughts! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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220 - What Exactly Are We Judged For? 57:55

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Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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219 - Women in Church Leadership: A Complementarian Perspective - With Alan Frow 1:38:38

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A few weeks ago we discussed the John Macarthur/Beth Moore fiasco and urged that not all Complementarians behave in a way that is disrespectful and mean spirited. To this end, we interviewed Alan Frow who is a Complemetarian and is kind, respectful and a wonderful pastor to boot! We also add out thoughts in the outro! Hope you enjoy it! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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BONUS EPISODE: An Open Letter to the Spiritually Homeless 11:01

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Last week at Q Commons, Mike wrote and delivered an Epistle for the Spiritually Homeless. It was powerful and poignant and so we wanted to share it with you today on the podcast! We hope this resonates with you, too. Thankful to be together on this journey! You can also download it here: https://tinyurl.com/y4e6y27j Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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218 - John MacArthur, Beth Moore, and How We See Women 1:07:09

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It's all over the internet: the time where John Macarthur told Beth Moore to go home and that there was no place for women to preach. WE HAVE SOME THOUGHTS. Let us say from the outset: You can leave. If you are treated in a way that slanders you, places you on the margins and treats you as less than, you can leave. There are places for you in which you will be loved, cherished, accepted and even given a voice. I know, women that it doesn't always feel like that, but Im here on the other side of the storm to tell you that it's possible. And men: your voice here matters more than you think. Your apologies matter. Your reversal of this toxic chain of events that happens when people in platforms treat women like this is what will turn this thing around. Women, in Jesus, in Church, in the Kingdom....at the pulpit: You are already home. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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BONUS EPISODE: Where Are You Empty? 37:37

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BONUS EPISODE! We're digging deep, back into the VOX vaults. This week, we're sharing a sermon Mike gave a few years ago about identity. It's a great conversation on how which identity we claim and lean into. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Instagram: @voxpodcast Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford www.timothyjohnstafford.com Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy…

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217 - The Future of the VOX Podcast (+ special announcement for Columbus listeners) 56:00

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176 - Christians Lost the Culture War, and Why That's a Good Thing - with Rick McKinley 57:15

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Rick McKinley joins us to discuss his new book, Faith For This Moment. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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175 - Patriarchy, Leaving Church, and the Failure of God 37:21

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167 - Tony Robbins, Altar Calls, And Kavanaugh Pushback 59:15

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We address a couple of fantastic questions on this episode of the podcast. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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166 - Kavanaugh, Sexual Assualt, and Me Too - with Nicole Bromley 49:13

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Nicole Bromley is a sexual abuse survivor, author, and international spokesperson on sexual abuse and human trafficking. Her work began as a voice for sexual abuse survivors when she founded OneVOICE in 2003, an organization dedicated to creating awareness about sexual abuse and empowering survivors. She has since written several books and become an international activist. As many of the stories she heard of sexual abuse began to overlap with stories of trafficking, Nicole began to clearly see common threads and links and had an urge to be part of the solution to sex slavery founded OneVOICE4freedom. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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159 - Why Mediocre Churches Will Save the World 50:51

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Kevin #2 joins us in studio to discuss the church's #Metoo moment. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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158 - Why "Black Lives Matter" Matters 40:08

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Somebody on twitter said, "Prove to me that the Bible says I must value black lives, and hate ethnic supremacy". Here's one answer. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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152 - Deconstructing Faith And Keeping The Sabbath with A.J. Swoboda 45:59

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In this episode A. J. Swoboda joins us to talk about how to reconstruct your faith and why rest is a subversive practice in today's world. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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151 - Gay Marriage, Wedding Cakes, and Religious Liberty with Skye Jethani 1:02:05

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Our friend Skye Jethani joins us to discuss the recent SCOTUS decision regarding the baker in Colorado who refused to bake a wedding cake for a gay couple. We had a very interesting conversation regarding gay marriage, love of neighbor, and religious liberty. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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150 - Immigration and Romans 13 43:14

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An off the cuff, rambly response to the use of the Bible in justifying our current immigration policies. I use the word "freaking" a lot - be forewarned. :) Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre…

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