This week we are joined by Heath White, professor of Philosophy at UNCW, where we get a listener friendly introduction to postmodernity. On top of teaching philosophy, Heath is a committed Christian who wrote a book for his minister brother-in-law to help him understand postmodernism. The book, … Read more about Postmodernism 101 with Heath White: Homebrewed Christianity ep. 24
9\11 & the Emerging Church with Fred Burnham: Homebrewed Christianity ep. 23
This week we are joined by Fred Burnham, Senior Fellow of the Institue of Servant Leadership. He describes his experience on 9\11 at Trinity Church Wall St. where he was with Rowan Williams and the ensuing ministry that took place at St. Paul's Chapel right in front of the Twin Towers. Having met … Read more about 9\11 & the Emerging Church with Fred Burnham: Homebrewed Christianity ep. 23
The Gospel of John & Empire pt.2 with Warren Carter: Homebrewed Christianity ep.22
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
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
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
From Radical Hermeneutics to the Weakness of God with John Caputo: Homebrewed Christianity 19
This week all-star philosopher John Caputo is our guest as he shares his philosophical and theological journey through his career. If you are already a Caputo fan you will hear how he managed to make his more recent theological turn. If you aren't a fan yet, then you will be. He shares how an … Read more about From Radical Hermeneutics to the Weakness of God with John Caputo: Homebrewed Christianity 19
Tom Sine on the New Conspirators: Homebrewed Christianity ep.18
Tom Sine is sweet. His new book 'The New Conspirators' is awesome. His community is inspiring. If you don't believe me look at the 23 positive blog responses below OR take the Tall Skinny Kiwi's word (and you should) because he said this is the #2 emerging Church book for the USA. This week we … Read more about Tom Sine on the New Conspirators: Homebrewed Christianity ep.18
Quest for the Living God with Elizabeth Johnson: Homebrewed Christianity ep. 17
Elizabeth Johnson is a hero of mine. Such a gracious combination of fidelity to Christian tradition, creative exploration in Christian theology, and commitment to the church is hard to find (plus her writing is easy to read). As an aspiring theologian I tend to get theological crushes on books and … Read more about Quest for the Living God with Elizabeth Johnson: Homebrewed Christianity ep. 17
Hermeneutics, Homosexuality, Controversy, and Ministry with E. Scott Jones: Homebrewed Christianity 16
It is good to be back. Chad and I missed a week but were able to record an intro on the one day we were both at home. Hopefully you all listened to the Nick and Josh Podcast this past week where they interview Dr. Peter Rollins and reveal some of our endorsements. This week we are joined agian, … Read more about Hermeneutics, Homosexuality, Controversy, and Ministry with E. Scott Jones: Homebrewed Christianity 16
Homebrewed Christianity: Suffering and Meaning with Prof. Bob Mesle (pt.2)
Here is the first episode of this discussion, so if you didn't listen last week check it out first. I am at the beach with my youth group so finding new links to put on the podcast didn't happen. So here are the ones from last week. I will say two of my adult sponsors and three high school … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity: Suffering and Meaning with Prof. Bob Mesle (pt.2)
Homebrewed Christianity: Suffering and Meaning with Prof. Bob Mesle (pt.1)
This week Dr. Bob Mesle is our guest for part one of a two part discussion of Suffering and Meaning. Dr. Mesle is professor of Philosophy and Religion at Graceland University and author of a number of books including my favorite introduction to Process Theology and also the Philosophy of Alfred … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity: Suffering and Meaning with Prof. Bob Mesle (pt.1)
Homebrewed Christianity 13: A Faithful Flaming Heretic and Divinely Sanctioned Violence with Dr. Craig Atwood
This week we have professor Craig Atwood on the show for a great conversation about a good'ole heretic Jan Hus. I don't want to steal the historical thunder of Atwood, but I am confident that for those who listen you will be inspired by a heretic from Church History who was killed by the church on … Read more about Homebrewed Christianity 13: A Faithful Flaming Heretic and Divinely Sanctioned Violence with Dr. Craig Atwood