Liberal Christianity has a problem. I am not a liberal myself, but I do get to hang out with many liberal Christians and I can say with some confidence that I see where the problem is seated. [1] Liberal Christians ‘get it’. They are more mature or wise than their fundamentalist cousins from the … Read more about Liberal Christians Are Not Going To Hell
We’re BAAAAaaaack (Homebrewed CultureCast)
It's been a while, but the CultureCast crew is back in action. Jordan, Christian, Amy and Jess the Intern set up and knock down all the stuff that's been going down in our lives and in the cultural landscape in our absence. Or at least a few things we found compelling enough to distract us from the … Read more about We’re BAAAAaaaack (Homebrewed CultureCast)
The 2013 Homebrewed Christianity Podcast Awards!
2013 was an amazing year on the Homebrewed Christianity Podcast network. So Bo and I decided that we would do a little year-end review show. You will get to hear some of our favorite clips, hear what was going through our heads during some of the online scuffles, and find out just who won the … Read more about The 2013 Homebrewed Christianity Podcast Awards!
Rob Bell HiJacks the Podcast #zesty
Rob Bell is back on the podcast but this time he is hijacking it! With a packed brewery full of local LA Homebrewed Deacons Rob decided to hijack the podcast and turn things around. This time Tripp had to answer the questions. What ensued was quite the conversation. I am sure no one expected … Read more about Rob Bell HiJacks the Podcast #zesty
God Is Not Like Me
I grew up in a tradition that said I should be, as much as possible, like Jesus. I get that - and I try to do so. Yesterday at the Loft LA I had the privilege to say 3 things (among many others) about God: God is Black (from James Cone) She Who Is (from Elizabeth Johnson) God is a Fag ( … Read more about God Is Not Like Me
Revelation of Darkness LIVE Event: Taylor’s F-it Theology, Rollins reaches behind the curtain
This is the first half of the LIVE event featuring Rob Bell that was held at the Monkish Brewing Company. Barry Taylor takes us on a whirlwind tour - and even though you can't see the slides - the message comes through loud and clear! Warning: explicit language. Then Tripp sits down to talk it … Read more about Revelation of Darkness LIVE Event: Taylor’s F-it Theology, Rollins reaches behind the curtain
TNT: Same Sex Marriage, Rob Bell and His Detractors
Happy Birthday! HomeBrewed is celebrating its 5th and BoDaddy is celebrating his 40th! On this episode of the Theology Nerd Throw-down, Tripp and Bo talk about same-sex marriage, Rob Bell and his detractors. This all started when Tripp posted about big platforms coming out in … Read more about TNT: Same Sex Marriage, Rob Bell and His Detractors
Christian Marketing, Emergent Knowledge of the Bible, and Whether Rob Bell Deserves Kudos
This week's guest is Dave Palmer, a marketing expert at Dunk Tank Marketing, to talk about The Great American Bible Challenge (which is entering it's second season on the Game Show Network), and why progressives are reluctant to appear on a show requiring Bible knowledge. He also discusses the … Read more about Christian Marketing, Emergent Knowledge of the Bible, and Whether Rob Bell Deserves Kudos
Jesus was a Cowboy without a Community
I love community. I was the pastor of a 'cell church' for 11 years and simply delighted in so many aspects of the model. I love being in community. In every phase of my spiritual journey, I have been encouraged to engage, being accountable to and submit to the authority of the groups I was a … Read more about Jesus was a Cowboy without a Community
Rob Bell is Gay Affirming but not everyone is happy about it
Rob Bell, among others, has come out as open to Same Sex Marriage (SSM) - but not everyone is on-board with it. David Fitch (with a Canadian connection) posted this: Who is Rob Bell speaking for/to in affirming gay marriage? His (former) church? Christians at large? The press? Culture … Read more about Rob Bell is Gay Affirming but not everyone is happy about it
Is anyone else nervous about Rob Bell’s new book? I am
So my friends, Tweeter-verse, and church office have seen the arrival of Rob Bell's new book "What We Talk About When We Talk About God" today. I think we are all mostly excited, if not a little apprehensive. I want to get something on the table and then ask a question. This will not be Love … Read more about Is anyone else nervous about Rob Bell’s new book? I am
What If Rob Bell Planted Another Church? (hint: Eucharist)
In the most recent episode of Homebrewed Christianity, I asked Rob Bell what he would do if he were starting from scratch again. I was particularly intrigued for three main reasons: 1) I actually am starting a new gathering so I wanted to pick his brain. 2) Bell is so creative and innovative - … Read more about What If Rob Bell Planted Another Church? (hint: Eucharist)