Pannenberg grounds his understanding of creation in the biblical witness. Most unique is his conclusion that the history of salvation gave a historical narrative from which the claim for Creation out of nothing can be made, because the God of the exodus is the sole deity and creator. The … Read more about Pannenberg – Creation pt.2
Pannenberg – Creation pt.1
Central to the Christian faith is the affirmation that God is Creator and for Pannenberg the content of God’s act of creation must be developed in relationship to the infinite and eternal nature of God, while also affirming the radical freedom of God. Creation is understood to be a singular act of … Read more about Pannenberg – Creation pt.1
Homebrewed Christianity 5 “A (super sweet) conversation with Brian Mclaren”
This was an awesome conversation Chad and I had with Brian McLaren. We talk a bit about his Deep Shift tour and his most recent book (Everything Must Change), but mostly we talk about how to understand the kingdom of God and its relationship to the church today. It was a ton of fun and we are very … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity 5 “A (super sweet) conversation with Brian Mclaren”
Pannenberg – Trinity pt.3
Pannenberg turns from the Trinitarian identity of God to discuss the attributes of God from the perspective of God’s essence. He begins with the infinity of God and develops his understanding of holiness, eternity, omniscience, and omnipotence. For the infinite to function as the place of … Read more about Pannenberg – Trinity pt.3
New Song: Peace Be Still (Psalm 46)
A few weeks ago Mike (the senior minister) asked me to play some music with his sermon on Psalm 46 and I ended up writing a rendition of the Psalm that was weaved through the sermon. A number of people have asked for the song so I recorded in the office today to share. Question: So if you steal … Read more about New Song: Peace Be Still (Psalm 46)
Homebrewed Christianity 4 “Tony Jones on wikichurch, ordination, and the Hauerwasian Mafia”
This week I talk Tony Jones, Emergent Village guru in residence. Today is his 40th birthday so I thought I would let Tony know that I am glad he was born. I think the conversation is pretty good and it should inspire you to check out his new book, which I liked and Greg Horton didn't, but either … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity 4 “Tony Jones on wikichurch, ordination, and the Hauerwasian Mafia”
Homebrewed Christianity 2.2 “A Church Historian Talks to Doug Pagitt and Tim Conder”
Here is the second half of the conversation between Doug Pagitt, Tim Conder, and Bill Leonard. Enjoy it, I did. … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity 2.2 “A Church Historian Talks to Doug Pagitt and Tim Conder”
Pannenberg – Trinity pt.2
After having begun his doctrine of God, Pannenberg turns to his understanding of the essence and attributes of the Triune God. Important here is how the discussion of God’s essence and attributes is informed by the previous philosophical discussion, but distinctively by the self-revelation of God … Read more about Pannenberg – Trinity pt.2
The Postmodern Negro on the Obama\Wright Controversy
I may have mentioned that Anthony Smith will be on the podcast soon, but just so you know it is gonna be sweet check out him and Steve Knight talking about the Obama\Wright controversy. Then visit their blogs and holla at them. … Read more about The Postmodern Negro on the Obama\Wright Controversy
Homebrewed Christianity 2.1 “A Church Historian Talks to Doug Pagitt and Tim Conder”
This is the first of two episodes taken from a conversation between Bill Leonard, Doug Pagitt, Tim Conder, Zach Roberts, and myself. I mostly just listened in to Bill Leonard, the Dean of Wake Forest University's School of Divinity and professor of church history, have a fascinating conversation … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity 2.1 “A Church Historian Talks to Doug Pagitt and Tim Conder”
What is Homebrewed Christianity?
Chad had a very good summary. I read it and said, yeah that is what I wished I was thinking. This week's podcast is gonna be pretty sweet and we have interviews with Tony Jones, Brian Mclaren, and my favorite blogger who needs to come out of retirement, Anthony Smith, the Postmodern Negro. On … Read more about What is Homebrewed Christianity?
Pannenberg – Trinity pt.1
Well now from Pannenberg's understanding of revelation to the Trinity. I think it will take three parts too, but all of Pannenberg's Systematic Theology is an exposition of the Trinity. If Jesus is to be the Word of God, he is properly understood as the eternal Son and, therefore, the immanent … Read more about Pannenberg – Trinity pt.1