This is part two of our discussion with Warren Carter on his newest book 'John and Empire.' If you haven't listened to part one, go check it out and then come back and get the conclusion to the conversation in this episode. There is a bunch of background info, links, and such in the previous post … Read more about The Gospel of John & Empire pt.2 with Warren Carter: Homebrewed Christianity ep.22
Preaching the Sermon on the Mount and some more substantive lingering questions
Preaching the Sermon on the Mount: The World It Imagines is not only a great book and help at preaching the texts you can loose your job over, but an appropriate read in the middle of the political party platforming. Listening to both parties each night has made me confident that the church really … Read more about Preaching the Sermon on the Mount and some more substantive lingering questions
Palin’s Speech and the Lingering Question
Since Aleica who normally doesn't watch much news or politics I decided to put down White Beard the Pirate and come inside to watch Sarah Palin's speech at the RNC. She wanted to see it and I have been trying to give the Republicans a shot since I watched the DNC, but I turned it off tonight when … Read more about Palin’s Speech and the Lingering Question
The Best of August…in my world
The Best Baby on the Planet The Best Convention Speech The Best Theology Book I Read \ Scot is now blogging on it The Best Ministry Book I Read The Best Blog Post The Best CD for rocking out The Best Cigar I Smoked The Best new Mac user Ohhh this is my 200th post. … Read more about The Best of August…in my world
The Gospel of John & Empire with Warren Carter: Homebrewed Christianity ep.21
This week we are joined by New Testament scholar and professor at Brite Divinity School Warren Carter for the first part of a discussion on the gospel of John's relationship to the Roman empire. If you are a fan of his previous work on the gospel of Matthew (like me) then even you may have been … Read more about The Gospel of John & Empire with Warren Carter: Homebrewed Christianity ep.21
Video Midrash on Abe and Issac
Have you ever wondered what kind of Father and Son conversation took place after Abe was interrupted when sacrificing Issac? I have. Now we have the answer.... … Read more about Video Midrash on Abe and Issac
Don Miller’s Prayer & Richard Dawkins’ Emails
Steve Knight pointed me to the video of Don Miller doing the benediction at the Democratic National Convention on its opening night. I thought his prayer did a good job giving voice to the many passionate Christians in America who dream of a different country and world because of our actions as … Read more about Don Miller’s Prayer & Richard Dawkins’ Emails
Don Miller’s Prayer & Richard Dawkins’ Emails
Steve Knight pointed me to the video of Don Miller doing the benediction at the Democratic National Convention on its opening night. I thought his prayer did a good job giving voice to the many passionate Christians in America who dream of a different country and world because of our actions as … Read more about Don Miller’s Prayer & Richard Dawkins’ Emails
A Refreshing Debate…Brian McLaren and Richard Land
I think this might be the most refreshing political discussion with religious leaders in a long time. Richard Land says, 'Conservatives too often think God is on their side....doing so is idolatry....Liberals too often think God doesn't have a side.' … Read more about A Refreshing Debate…Brian McLaren and Richard Land
Whiteheadian Witticisms: Why absolute finality for dogma is troublesome for truth’s sake
This quote is from 'Religion in the Making,' which I have been rereading only to find more sweet quotes for the sharing. Enjoy this one, it is a goodie and a point that sounds similar to Doug Pagitt in his newest book. … Read more about Whiteheadian Witticisms: Why absolute finality for dogma is troublesome for truth’s sake
Rapture Ready with Daniel Radosh: Homebrewed Christianity ep.20
This week author and blogger Daniel Radosh joins us to discuss his new book 'Rapture Ready.' It is an outsiders journey to understand America's evangelical subculture. I can't overstate how much fun the interview was and the book is even better. I started reading it and couldn't put it down. Not … Read more about Rapture Ready with Daniel Radosh: Homebrewed Christianity ep.20
McCain’s Straight Talk Express?
What a closing line, 'Nations don't invade other nations in the 21st century.' You heard it hear first. Straight talk. The century didn't start until May 1st 2003 where our current President said... When I heard McCain say this I called a friend and he told me about this...the end part....I … Read more about McCain’s Straight Talk Express?