PostEverything en All Rights Reserved How do you move forward when norms and expectations are changing faster than you can blink? With institutional trust at an all-time low, leaders on life support, and individualism compromising every inch of society, many of us are asking if it’s even possible (or sane) to build something that lasts. Join Brad Edwards and John Houmes as they dig beneath the surface of rapidly-shifting culture and explore how leaders and the people they serve can thrive in a post-everything world.  https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/908266ea-aee9-11ed-b7bb-43be68a0bd2f/image/PE_Cover.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress PostEverything episodic (A podcast about) remapping culture and rethinking leadership in a liminal age. Brad Edwards and John Houmes How do you move forward when norms and expectations are changing faster than you can blink? With institutional trust at an all-time low, leaders on life support, and individualism compromising every inch of society, many of us are asking if it’s even possible (or sane) to build something that lasts. Join Brad Edwards and John Houmes as they dig beneath the surface of rapidly-shifting culture and explore how leaders and the people they serve can thrive in a post-everything world.  How do you move forward when norms and expectations are changing faster than you can blink? With institutional trust at an all-time low, leaders on life support, and individualism compromising every inch of society, many of us are asking if it’s even possible (or sane) to build something that lasts.

Join Brad Edwards and John Houmes as they dig beneath the surface of rapidly-shifting culture and explore how leaders and the people they serve can thrive in a post-everything world. 

]]> Brad Edwards and John Houmes posteverythingpod@gmail.com Paideia, Not Perfection w/ David Cassidy Paideia Not Perfection: Kingdom Family Formation With Pastor David Cassidy What does it mean to disciple your children? It's not just rules and Bible verses. It's paideia—the ancient Greek word for formation, enculturation, shaping a person's reflexes, habits, and loves. In this conversation with Pastor David Cassidy from Spanish River Church, we explore: • Why behavior management isn't the goal (we don't want "chocolate soldiers") • The role of beauty, literature, and nature in forming kingdom citizens • How to start: Who's discipling YOU? • Why the dinner table is a sacred space • The difference between a family with Christian elements vs. a family enculturated in the kingdom • How to build resilient faith in your kids—faith that doesn't crumble when life disappoints David offers hope: this isn't about perfection. It's about direction. It's a slow drip over 18 years, not a weekend seminar. ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:17 Welcome & Paideia overview 01:44 What is paideia? (Greek word unpacked) 04:52 Kingdom paideia vs. family with Christian elements 06:08 Theology comes at your fingertips 08:01 The centrality of love in formation 09:20 Christian worldview isn't enough 13:15 What does a resilient disciple look like? 15:40 Remember whose you are 17:11 Gospel astonishment and enjoyment of Christ 19:07 What shatters faith? 21:28 Chocolate soldiers vs. hearts of repentance 23:34 Fear of the Lord can be taught 25:12 Anti-discipleship forces 28:16 The church's role in kingdom paideia 32:34 Christian schools as an extension of discipleship 34:19 Partnership between parents, church, and school 35:05 How do we practically bring kingdom paideia home? 36:54 Who's discipling YOU? 39:11 Great classics to read 42:11 Taking trips 44:41 Slow drip, not a week-long retreat 44:53 Why the dinner table matters 47:38 Food as connector and sacred space 49:36 Three takeaways from John 📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED Ephesians 6:4 (paideia language) Edith Hamilton's Greek Mythology Augustine's Confessions Shakespearean Sonnets John Milton C.S. Lewis (The Kilns, his home) Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Chronicles of Narnia Psalm 25 ("Remember whose you are") Westminster Shorter Catechism Heidelberg Catechism 💡 KEY QUOTES "We don't want chocolate soldiers. We want kids who have resilient faith." "Paideia is about forming reflexes, habits, loyalties, and loves. What kind of human being are we trying to produce?" "Theology comes at your fingertips—not just a statement of faith you sign your name to, but how you live." "Who's discipling YOU? That's where we start as parents." "The dinner table is not a sacrament, but it's a sacred moment." "This is about direction, not perfection. It's a slow drip over 18 years." 🎙️ ABOUT THIS CONVERSATION This is a crossover episode between PostEverything (a podcast on culture and formation) and Rooted by the River (a parenting podcast). While Rooted focuses on family discipleship, David's theology of formation through culture, beauty, literature, and everyday rhythms connects deeply to how the Church forms people in a post-Christian age. Rooted by the River is a Spanish River Church parenting podcast dedicated to equipping families to root deep in Jesus and His love. spanishriver.com | rootedbytheriver.com Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:43:00 -0000 full 75 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Kingdom Family Formation Paideia Not Perfection: Kingdom Family Formation With Pastor David Cassidy What does it mean to disciple your children? It's not just rules and Bible verses. It's paideia—the ancient Greek word for formation, enculturation, shaping a person's reflexes, habits, and loves. In this conversation with Pastor David Cassidy from Spanish River Church, we explore: • Why behavior management isn't the goal (we don't want "chocolate soldiers") • The role of beauty, literature, and nature in forming kingdom citizens • How to start: Who's discipling YOU? • Why the dinner table is a sacred space • The difference between a family with Christian elements vs. a family enculturated in the kingdom • How to build resilient faith in your kids—faith that doesn't crumble when life disappoints David offers hope: this isn't about perfection. It's about direction. It's a slow drip over 18 years, not a weekend seminar. ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:17 Welcome & Paideia overview 01:44 What is paideia? (Greek word unpacked) 04:52 Kingdom paideia vs. family with Christian elements 06:08 Theology comes at your fingertips 08:01 The centrality of love in formation 09:20 Christian worldview isn't enough 13:15 What does a resilient disciple look like? 15:40 Remember whose you are 17:11 Gospel astonishment and enjoyment of Christ 19:07 What shatters faith? 21:28 Chocolate soldiers vs. hearts of repentance 23:34 Fear of the Lord can be taught 25:12 Anti-discipleship forces 28:16 The church's role in kingdom paideia 32:34 Christian schools as an extension of discipleship 34:19 Partnership between parents, church, and school 35:05 How do we practically bring kingdom paideia home? 36:54 Who's discipling YOU? 39:11 Great classics to read 42:11 Taking trips 44:41 Slow drip, not a week-long retreat 44:53 Why the dinner table matters 47:38 Food as connector and sacred space 49:36 Three takeaways from John 📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED Ephesians 6:4 (paideia language) Edith Hamilton's Greek Mythology Augustine's Confessions Shakespearean Sonnets John Milton C.S. Lewis (The Kilns, his home) Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Chronicles of Narnia Psalm 25 ("Remember whose you are") Westminster Shorter Catechism Heidelberg Catechism 💡 KEY QUOTES "We don't want chocolate soldiers. We want kids who have resilient faith." "Paideia is about forming reflexes, habits, loyalties, and loves. What kind of human being are we trying to produce?" "Theology comes at your fingertips—not just a statement of faith you sign your name to, but how you live." "Who's discipling YOU? That's where we start as parents." "The dinner table is not a sacrament, but it's a sacred moment." "This is about direction, not perfection. It's a slow drip over 18 years." 🎙️ ABOUT THIS CONVERSATION This is a crossover episode between PostEverything (a podcast on culture and formation) and Rooted by the River (a parenting podcast). While Rooted focuses on family discipleship, David's theology of formation through culture, beauty, literature, and everyday rhythms connects deeply to how the Church forms people in a post-Christian age. Rooted by the River is a Spanish River Church parenting podcast dedicated to equipping families to root deep in Jesus and His love. spanishriver.com | rootedbytheriver.com Paideia Not Perfection: Kingdom Family Formation

With Pastor David Cassidy


What does it mean to disciple your children? It's not just rules and Bible verses. It's paideia—the ancient Greek word for formation, enculturation, shaping a person's reflexes, habits, and loves.


In this conversation with Pastor David Cassidy from Spanish River Church, we explore:

• Why behavior management isn't the goal (we don't want "chocolate soldiers")

• The role of beauty, literature, and nature in forming kingdom citizens

• How to start: Who's discipling YOU?

• Why the dinner table is a sacred space

• The difference between a family with Christian elements vs. a family enculturated in the kingdom

• How to build resilient faith in your kids—faith that doesn't crumble when life disappoints


David offers hope: this isn't about perfection. It's about direction. It's a slow drip over 18 years, not a weekend seminar.


⏱ CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:17 Welcome & Paideia overview

01:44 What is paideia? (Greek word unpacked)

04:52 Kingdom paideia vs. family with Christian elements

06:08 Theology comes at your fingertips

08:01 The centrality of love in formation

09:20 Christian worldview isn't enough

13:15 What does a resilient disciple look like?

15:40 Remember whose you are

17:11 Gospel astonishment and enjoyment of Christ

19:07 What shatters faith?

21:28 Chocolate soldiers vs. hearts of repentance

23:34 Fear of the Lord can be taught

25:12 Anti-discipleship forces

28:16 The church's role in kingdom paideia

32:34 Christian schools as an extension of discipleship

34:19 Partnership between parents, church, and school

35:05 How do we practically bring kingdom paideia home?

36:54 Who's discipling YOU?

39:11 Great classics to read

42:11 Taking trips

44:41 Slow drip, not a week-long retreat

44:53 Why the dinner table matters

47:38 Food as connector and sacred space

49:36 Three takeaways from John


📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED

Ephesians 6:4 (paideia language)

Edith Hamilton's Greek Mythology

Augustine's Confessions

Shakespearean Sonnets

John Milton

C.S. Lewis (The Kilns, his home)

Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Chronicles of Narnia

Psalm 25 ("Remember whose you are")

Westminster Shorter Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism


💡 KEY QUOTES

"We don't want chocolate soldiers. We want kids who have resilient faith."

"Paideia is about forming reflexes, habits, loyalties, and loves. What kind of human being are we trying to produce?"

"Theology comes at your fingertips—not just a statement of faith you sign your name to, but how you live."

"Who's discipling YOU? That's where we start as parents."

"The dinner table is not a sacrament, but it's a sacred moment."

"This is about direction, not perfection. It's a slow drip over 18 years."


🎙️ ABOUT THIS CONVERSATION

This is a crossover episode between PostEverything (a podcast on culture and formation) and Rooted by the River (a parenting podcast). While Rooted focuses on family discipleship, David's theology of formation through culture, beauty, literature, and everyday rhythms connects deeply to how the Church forms people in a post-Christian age.

Rooted by the River is a Spanish River Church parenting podcast dedicated to equipping families to root deep in Jesus and His love.


spanishriver.com | rootedbytheriver.com

]]> 3555 no Compassion without Capture w/ Neil Shenvi Neil Shenvi on Wokeness, Truth, and the Church What does it mean to respond to wokeness without panic, caricature, or reactionary tribalism? In this episode of Post Everything, Brad Edwards and John Houmes sit down with Neil Shenvi, co-author of Post-Woke, to talk about the cultural position of Christianity in 2026, the power of contemporary critical theory, and how churches can form people who are neither ideologically captured nor politically naive. The conversation explores the complexity of our current moment: Are we in a “negative world,” an apathetic world, or something even more fragmented? How should Christians think about “woke natives,” younger generations shaped by DEI frameworks, oppressor/oppressed binaries, and moral urgency? And how do pastors offer both compassion and clarity when so much of the culture is driven by polarization, fear, and identity conflict? Shenvi argues that critical theory is not merely a tool or political lens, but a worldview with its own account of identity, justice, truth, and righteousness. But he also warns Christians against responding with simplistic anti-woke rhetoric or drifting toward equally unbiblical reactionary movements on the right. Together they discuss: Christianity’s changing cultural position Why “woke” ideas appeal to younger generations The importance of reading primary sources and steelmanning arguments The danger of raising kids with no immunity to bad ideas How critical theory reshapes identity, justice, and moral authority Why worship is essential for resisting all totalizing worldviews How the Church can remain biblical without becoming reactionary This is a conversation about formation, truth, and the future of the Church in a deeply contested cultural moment. Key Themes Negative world, apatheism, and cultural fragmentation Compassionate clarity as a Christian posture Critical theory as a worldview, not just a method The formation of Gen Z and “woke natives” Identity, social binaries, and hegemonic power Reading primary sources instead of caricatures The danger of anti-woke overreaction Worship as resistance to ideological capture Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:37 Christianity’s Cultural Position 07:03 Clarity Without Dismissal 13:36 Dialogue, Sources, Truth 18:45 Theory Becomes Religion 25:29 Four Pillars Explained 30:48 When Theory Corrupts 33:41 Poison, Not Meat 35:34 The Woke Right 40:20 Gen Z's Tension 43:39 Can't Split Jesus 47:51 Formation Without God 52:10 Trust Replaces Power 57:23 Love and Truth 01:00:40 Worship Reorients Everything 01:05:33 Pillars as Religion 01:12:44 Justice Without King 01:19:23 God First Vertically 01:28:29 Get to Church Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0000 full 74 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Neil Shenvi on Wokeness, Truth, and the Church Neil Shenvi on Wokeness, Truth, and the Church What does it mean to respond to wokeness without panic, caricature, or reactionary tribalism? In this episode of Post Everything, Brad Edwards and John Houmes sit down with Neil Shenvi, co-author of Post-Woke, to talk about the cultural position of Christianity in 2026, the power of contemporary critical theory, and how churches can form people who are neither ideologically captured nor politically naive. The conversation explores the complexity of our current moment: Are we in a “negative world,” an apathetic world, or something even more fragmented? How should Christians think about “woke natives,” younger generations shaped by DEI frameworks, oppressor/oppressed binaries, and moral urgency? And how do pastors offer both compassion and clarity when so much of the culture is driven by polarization, fear, and identity conflict? Shenvi argues that critical theory is not merely a tool or political lens, but a worldview with its own account of identity, justice, truth, and righteousness. But he also warns Christians against responding with simplistic anti-woke rhetoric or drifting toward equally unbiblical reactionary movements on the right. Together they discuss: Christianity’s changing cultural position Why “woke” ideas appeal to younger generations The importance of reading primary sources and steelmanning arguments The danger of raising kids with no immunity to bad ideas How critical theory reshapes identity, justice, and moral authority Why worship is essential for resisting all totalizing worldviews How the Church can remain biblical without becoming reactionary This is a conversation about formation, truth, and the future of the Church in a deeply contested cultural moment. Key Themes Negative world, apatheism, and cultural fragmentation Compassionate clarity as a Christian posture Critical theory as a worldview, not just a method The formation of Gen Z and “woke natives” Identity, social binaries, and hegemonic power Reading primary sources instead of caricatures The danger of anti-woke overreaction Worship as resistance to ideological capture Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:37 Christianity’s Cultural Position 07:03 Clarity Without Dismissal 13:36 Dialogue, Sources, Truth 18:45 Theory Becomes Religion 25:29 Four Pillars Explained 30:48 When Theory Corrupts 33:41 Poison, Not Meat 35:34 The Woke Right 40:20 Gen Z's Tension 43:39 Can't Split Jesus 47:51 Formation Without God 52:10 Trust Replaces Power 57:23 Love and Truth 01:00:40 Worship Reorients Everything 01:05:33 Pillars as Religion 01:12:44 Justice Without King 01:19:23 God First Vertically 01:28:29 Get to Church Neil Shenvi on Wokeness, Truth, and the Church

What does it mean to respond to wokeness without panic, caricature, or reactionary tribalism?

In this episode of Post Everything, Brad Edwards and John Houmes sit down with Neil Shenvi, co-author of Post-Woke, to talk about the cultural position of Christianity in 2026, the power of contemporary critical theory, and how churches can form people who are neither ideologically captured nor politically naive.

The conversation explores the complexity of our current moment: Are we in a “negative world,” an apathetic world, or something even more fragmented? How should Christians think about “woke natives,” younger generations shaped by DEI frameworks, oppressor/oppressed binaries, and moral urgency? And how do pastors offer both compassion and clarity when so much of the culture is driven by polarization, fear, and identity conflict?

Shenvi argues that critical theory is not merely a tool or political lens, but a worldview with its own account of identity, justice, truth, and righteousness. But he also warns Christians against responding with simplistic anti-woke rhetoric or drifting toward equally unbiblical reactionary movements on the right.


Together they discuss:

  • Christianity’s changing cultural position
  • Why “woke” ideas appeal to younger generations
  • The importance of reading primary sources and steelmanning arguments
  • The danger of raising kids with no immunity to bad ideas
  • How critical theory reshapes identity, justice, and moral authority
  • Why worship is essential for resisting all totalizing worldviews
  • How the Church can remain biblical without becoming reactionary


This is a conversation about formation, truth, and the future of the Church in a deeply contested cultural moment.


Key Themes

  • Negative world, apatheism, and cultural fragmentation
  • Compassionate clarity as a Christian posture
  • Critical theory as a worldview, not just a method
  • The formation of Gen Z and “woke natives”
  • Identity, social binaries, and hegemonic power
  • Reading primary sources instead of caricatures
  • The danger of anti-woke overreaction
  • Worship as resistance to ideological capture


Chapters

00:00 Intro

02:37 Christianity’s Cultural Position

07:03 Clarity Without Dismissal

13:36 Dialogue, Sources, Truth

18:45 Theory Becomes Religion

25:29 Four Pillars Explained

30:48 When Theory Corrupts

33:41 Poison, Not Meat

35:34 The Woke Right

40:20 Gen Z's Tension

43:39 Can't Split Jesus

47:51 Formation Without God

52:10 Trust Replaces Power

57:23 Love and Truth

01:00:40 Worship Reorients Everything

01:05:33 Pillars as Religion

01:12:44 Justice Without King

01:19:23 God First Vertically

01:28:29 Get to Church

]]> 5438 no Secularization Isn't Gravity w/ Stefan Paas Secularization Isn’t Gravity Apatheism, Exile, and Mission Without Power (with Stefan Paas) Is Christianity declining in the West—or are we misunderstanding what’s happening? Missiologist Stefan Paas argues that secularization isn’t inevitable. It’s not gravity. Instead, it’s the result of millions of personal decisions—and that means its trajectory can change. In this episode of Post Everything, John Houmes talks with Paas about the rise of apatheism—a cultural moment where God isn’t rejected so much as ignored—and what it means for Christian mission in a post-Christian society. Rather than responding with panic, nostalgia, or attempts to reclaim cultural power, Paas suggests that the Church may need to rediscover something much older: faithful witness from the margins. Together they discuss: Why indifference may be a bigger challenge than hostility The surprising religious curiosity among younger generations What Christians can learn from the biblical experience of exile Why worship may be one of the most countercultural practices left How the Church can maintain its identity without resentment Why mission today may look less like conquest—and more like creating small “niches” of hope and beauty Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:50 🧐 Christianity's Current Social Position 09:20 Christian Proclamation Amidst Apatheism 11:20 ⚽️ Christians on Liverpool FC 12:00 🎙️ Proclamation through Podcasting 16:00 Worship as Rebellion 20:55 ✝️ 🇺🇸Faith Identity & National Identity 21:30 Secularization as Exile 27:30 Learning From Historic Black Church 29:00 Identity Maintenance in Exile 34:00 Formation as Preparation for Exile 35:30 ⛪️ Six Western Types of Churches 36:30 🇺🇸 American Impulses in Church Style 40:00 Love of Enemies in Exile 43:40 ⏱️ The Kingdom of God - Geography or Chronology? 44:30 Doxology & Mission Aren't Efficient 50:05 John's Favorite Paas Quote 52:53 Is God Behind Secularization? 55:00 🌎 ⛪️The Church & the World 56:00 Christian Spirituality & Identity in Exile 59:00 Secularization = Sum of a Million Decisions 1:01:45 So Many Enemies Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000 full 73 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Apatheism, Exile, and Mission Without Power Secularization Isn’t Gravity Apatheism, Exile, and Mission Without Power (with Stefan Paas) Is Christianity declining in the West—or are we misunderstanding what’s happening? Missiologist Stefan Paas argues that secularization isn’t inevitable. It’s not gravity. Instead, it’s the result of millions of personal decisions—and that means its trajectory can change. In this episode of Post Everything, John Houmes talks with Paas about the rise of apatheism—a cultural moment where God isn’t rejected so much as ignored—and what it means for Christian mission in a post-Christian society. Rather than responding with panic, nostalgia, or attempts to reclaim cultural power, Paas suggests that the Church may need to rediscover something much older: faithful witness from the margins. Together they discuss: Why indifference may be a bigger challenge than hostility The surprising religious curiosity among younger generations What Christians can learn from the biblical experience of exile Why worship may be one of the most countercultural practices left How the Church can maintain its identity without resentment Why mission today may look less like conquest—and more like creating small “niches” of hope and beauty Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:50 🧐 Christianity's Current Social Position 09:20 Christian Proclamation Amidst Apatheism 11:20 ⚽️ Christians on Liverpool FC 12:00 🎙️ Proclamation through Podcasting 16:00 Worship as Rebellion 20:55 ✝️ 🇺🇸Faith Identity & National Identity 21:30 Secularization as Exile 27:30 Learning From Historic Black Church 29:00 Identity Maintenance in Exile 34:00 Formation as Preparation for Exile 35:30 ⛪️ Six Western Types of Churches 36:30 🇺🇸 American Impulses in Church Style 40:00 Love of Enemies in Exile 43:40 ⏱️ The Kingdom of God - Geography or Chronology? 44:30 Doxology & Mission Aren't Efficient 50:05 John's Favorite Paas Quote 52:53 Is God Behind Secularization? 55:00 🌎 ⛪️The Church & the World 56:00 Christian Spirituality & Identity in Exile 59:00 Secularization = Sum of a Million Decisions 1:01:45 So Many Enemies Secularization Isn’t Gravity

Apatheism, Exile, and Mission Without Power (with Stefan Paas)

Is Christianity declining in the West—or are we misunderstanding what’s happening?

Missiologist Stefan Paas argues that secularization isn’t inevitable. It’s not gravity. Instead, it’s the result of millions of personal decisions—and that means its trajectory can change.

In this episode of Post Everything, John Houmes talks with Paas about the rise of apatheism—a cultural moment where God isn’t rejected so much as ignored—and what it means for Christian mission in a post-Christian society.

Rather than responding with panic, nostalgia, or attempts to reclaim cultural power, Paas suggests that the Church may need to rediscover something much older: faithful witness from the margins.


Together they discuss:

  • Why indifference may be a bigger challenge than hostility

  • The surprising religious curiosity among younger generations

  • What Christians can learn from the biblical experience of exile

  • Why worship may be one of the most countercultural practices left

  • How the Church can maintain its identity without resentment

  • Why mission today may look less like conquest—and more like creating small “niches” of hope and beauty


    Chapters

    00:00 Intro

    03:50 🧐 Christianity's Current Social Position

    09:20 Christian Proclamation Amidst Apatheism

    11:20 ⚽️ Christians on Liverpool FC

    12:00 🎙️ Proclamation through Podcasting

    16:00 Worship as Rebellion

    20:55 ✝️ 🇺🇸Faith Identity & National Identity

    21:30 Secularization as Exile

    27:30 Learning From Historic Black Church

    29:00 Identity Maintenance in Exile

    34:00 Formation as Preparation for Exile

    35:30 ⛪️ Six Western Types of Churches

    36:30 🇺🇸 American Impulses in Church Style

    40:00 Love of Enemies in Exile

    43:40 ⏱️ The Kingdom of God - Geography or Chronology?

    44:30 Doxology & Mission Aren't Efficient

    50:05 John's Favorite Paas Quote

    52:53 Is God Behind Secularization?

    55:00 🌎 ⛪️The Church & the World

    56:00 Christian Spirituality & Identity in Exile

    59:00 Secularization = Sum of a Million Decisions

    1:01:45 So Many Enemies


    • ]]>     3834 no     Faithful in the Fracture In this follow-up to our conversation with Dr. George Yancey, John and Brad wrestle with a pressing question: How do Christians live as holy, set-apart people—both hospitable and faithful—while navigating exile and cultural chaos? Drawing on current tensions in Minneapolis and the broader polarization shaping our moment, they explore how alienation on both the left and the right fuels entitlement, outrage, and a destructive feedback loop that makes collective problem-solving nearly impossible. But this episode isn’t just cultural analysis—it’s pastoral. Brad introduces a crucial distinction: revival chasing vs. remnant building. In a liminal age, the church’s calling may not be dramatic cultural takeover, but patient formation—becoming a people anchored in Christ, capable of loving our enemies without fear. In this episode: Why alienation is driving polarization on both sides How compassion becomes weaponized into coercion The “feedback loop” fueling culture-war escalation Why small churches may be uniquely positioned right now Revival chasing vs. remnant building Why loving our enemies is not optional Christianity Letting the Kingdom—not the culture—set the table for our faith At the heart of it all: Jesus did not come to defeat a political party. He came announcing the Kingdom of God. And He loved His enemies all the way to the cross. Hashtags: #PostEverythingPodcast #FaithfulInTheFracture #LiminalAge #ChristianLeadership #CulturalApologetics #SpiritualFormation #LoveYourEnemies #ChurchInExile Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 00:59 – Welcome Back 01:30 – The Big Question 03:39 – Beneath the Conflict 05:58 – A Human Example 07:21 – The Other Alienation 09:13 – Compassion and Power 10:53 – Entitlement Explained 13:12 – Minnesota Tensions 14:57 – The Feedback Loop 16:54 – Why It Feels Impossible 18:14 – The Small Church Moment 19:14 – Citizens in Exile 21:00 – Revival or Remnant 23:27 – Cultivating the Soil 25:09 – Human Effort, God’s Work 26:47 – Beyond the Cacophony 27:00 – The Kingdom Sets the Table 28:11 – “Are You for Us?” 29:53 – Discipleship First 30:30 – Love Your Enemies 31:47 – Closing Encouragement #FaithAndCulture #ChurchLeadership #SpiritualFormation Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0000 full 72 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Loving Our Enemies in Exile and Chaos In this follow-up to our conversation with Dr. George Yancey, John and Brad wrestle with a pressing question: How do Christians live as holy, set-apart people—both hospitable and faithful—while navigating exile and cultural chaos? Drawing on current tensions in Minneapolis and the broader polarization shaping our moment, they explore how alienation on both the left and the right fuels entitlement, outrage, and a destructive feedback loop that makes collective problem-solving nearly impossible. But this episode isn’t just cultural analysis—it’s pastoral. Brad introduces a crucial distinction: revival chasing vs. remnant building. In a liminal age, the church’s calling may not be dramatic cultural takeover, but patient formation—becoming a people anchored in Christ, capable of loving our enemies without fear. In this episode: Why alienation is driving polarization on both sides How compassion becomes weaponized into coercion The “feedback loop” fueling culture-war escalation Why small churches may be uniquely positioned right now Revival chasing vs. remnant building Why loving our enemies is not optional Christianity Letting the Kingdom—not the culture—set the table for our faith At the heart of it all: Jesus did not come to defeat a political party. He came announcing the Kingdom of God. And He loved His enemies all the way to the cross. Hashtags: #PostEverythingPodcast #FaithfulInTheFracture #LiminalAge #ChristianLeadership #CulturalApologetics #SpiritualFormation #LoveYourEnemies #ChurchInExile Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 00:59 – Welcome Back 01:30 – The Big Question 03:39 – Beneath the Conflict 05:58 – A Human Example 07:21 – The Other Alienation 09:13 – Compassion and Power 10:53 – Entitlement Explained 13:12 – Minnesota Tensions 14:57 – The Feedback Loop 16:54 – Why It Feels Impossible 18:14 – The Small Church Moment 19:14 – Citizens in Exile 21:00 – Revival or Remnant 23:27 – Cultivating the Soil 25:09 – Human Effort, God’s Work 26:47 – Beyond the Cacophony 27:00 – The Kingdom Sets the Table 28:11 – “Are You for Us?” 29:53 – Discipleship First 30:30 – Love Your Enemies 31:47 – Closing Encouragement #FaithAndCulture #ChurchLeadership #SpiritualFormation In this follow-up to our conversation with Dr. George Yancey, John and Brad wrestle with a pressing question:

    How do Christians live as holy, set-apart people—both hospitable and faithful—while navigating exile and cultural chaos?

    Drawing on current tensions in Minneapolis and the broader polarization shaping our moment, they explore how alienation on both the left and the right fuels entitlement, outrage, and a destructive feedback loop that makes collective problem-solving nearly impossible.

    But this episode isn’t just cultural analysis—it’s pastoral.

    Brad introduces a crucial distinction: revival chasing vs. remnant building. In a liminal age, the church’s calling may not be dramatic cultural takeover, but patient formation—becoming a people anchored in Christ, capable of loving our enemies without fear.


    In this episode:

    • Why alienation is driving polarization on both sides

    • How compassion becomes weaponized into coercion

    • The “feedback loop” fueling culture-war escalation

    • Why small churches may be uniquely positioned right now

    • Revival chasing vs. remnant building

    • Why loving our enemies is not optional Christianity

    • Letting the Kingdom—not the culture—set the table for our faith

    At the heart of it all: Jesus did not come to defeat a political party. He came announcing the Kingdom of God. And He loved His enemies all the way to the cross.

    Hashtags:
    #PostEverythingPodcast #FaithfulInTheFracture #LiminalAge #ChristianLeadership #CulturalApologetics #SpiritualFormation #LoveYourEnemies #ChurchInExile


    Chapters:

    00:00 – Intro 00:59 – Welcome Back 01:30 – The Big Question 03:39 – Beneath the Conflict 05:58 – A Human Example 07:21 – The Other Alienation 09:13 – Compassion and Power 10:53 – Entitlement Explained 13:12 – Minnesota Tensions 14:57 – The Feedback Loop 16:54 – Why It Feels Impossible 18:14 – The Small Church Moment 19:14 – Citizens in Exile 21:00 – Revival or Remnant 23:27 – Cultivating the Soil 25:09 – Human Effort, God’s Work 26:47 – Beyond the Cacophony 27:00 – The Kingdom Sets the Table 28:11 – “Are You for Us?” 29:53 – Discipleship First 30:30 – Love Your Enemies 31:47 – Closing Encouragement


    #FaithAndCulture #ChurchLeadership #SpiritualFormation

    ]]>     1932 no     Everything is a Litmus Test w/ George A. Yancey Identity Politics, Polarization & Moral Persuasion — with Dr. George Yancey Why does every political controversy feel like a Rorschach test? In this episode of Posteverything, sociologist Dr. George Yancey joins us to explore identity politics, polarization, and whether moral persuasion still works in a culture that rewards outrage over understanding. We discuss how framing everything through power and oppression reshapes public discourse, why polarization may be a crisis of moral formation rather than ideology, and what happens when shared moral language erodes. We also examine Tim Keller’s “Third Way,” the limits of political power, and the church’s role in forming people who can engage culture without being consumed by it. This is a conversation about truth, trust, leadership—and what kind of people we need to become in a liminal age. 🔍 Big Questions We Explore Is identity politics a strategy—or a substitute religion? When does moral persuasion break down? What happens when we lose shared moral language? What kind of people do we need to become in a liminal age? CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:15 The Cost of Identity Politics 06:59 Polarization and Its Consequences 13:38 The Evolution of Racial Dynamics 20:29 Understanding Identity Politics 28:19 Tim Keller's Third Way 34:34 Moral Persuasion and Its Challenges 40:20 The Role of the Church in Society 49:18 Navigating a Post-Secular World Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0000 full 71 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Identity Politics, Polarization & Moral Persuasion Identity Politics, Polarization & Moral Persuasion — with Dr. George Yancey Why does every political controversy feel like a Rorschach test? In this episode of Posteverything, sociologist Dr. George Yancey joins us to explore identity politics, polarization, and whether moral persuasion still works in a culture that rewards outrage over understanding. We discuss how framing everything through power and oppression reshapes public discourse, why polarization may be a crisis of moral formation rather than ideology, and what happens when shared moral language erodes. We also examine Tim Keller’s “Third Way,” the limits of political power, and the church’s role in forming people who can engage culture without being consumed by it. This is a conversation about truth, trust, leadership—and what kind of people we need to become in a liminal age. 🔍 Big Questions We Explore Is identity politics a strategy—or a substitute religion? When does moral persuasion break down? What happens when we lose shared moral language? What kind of people do we need to become in a liminal age? CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:15 The Cost of Identity Politics 06:59 Polarization and Its Consequences 13:38 The Evolution of Racial Dynamics 20:29 Understanding Identity Politics 28:19 Tim Keller's Third Way 34:34 Moral Persuasion and Its Challenges 40:20 The Role of the Church in Society 49:18 Navigating a Post-Secular World Identity Politics, Polarization & Moral Persuasion — with Dr. George Yancey

    Why does every political controversy feel like a Rorschach test?

    In this episode of Posteverything, sociologist Dr. George Yancey joins us to explore identity politics, polarization, and whether moral persuasion still works in a culture that rewards outrage over understanding.

    We discuss how framing everything through power and oppression reshapes public discourse, why polarization may be a crisis of moral formation rather than ideology, and what happens when shared moral language erodes.

    We also examine Tim Keller’s “Third Way,” the limits of political power, and the church’s role in forming people who can engage culture without being consumed by it.

    This is a conversation about truth, trust, leadership—and what kind of people we need to become in a liminal age.


    🔍 Big Questions We Explore

    • Is identity politics a strategy—or a substitute religion?

    • When does moral persuasion break down?

    • What happens when we lose shared moral language?

    • What kind of people do we need to become in a liminal age?


    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Intro
    02:15 The Cost of Identity Politics
    06:59 Polarization and Its Consequences
    13:38 The Evolution of Racial Dynamics
    20:29 Understanding Identity Politics
    28:19 Tim Keller's Third Way
    34:34 Moral Persuasion and Its Challenges
    40:20 The Role of the Church in Society
    49:18 Navigating a Post-Secular World

    ]]>     3544 no     A.I. in Warfare & Society w/ Peter W. Singer John and Brad welcome back renowned political scientist, ethicist and specialist on 21st century warfare, Peter Warren Singer. They discuss advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. Singer reflects on the evolution of AI over the past two and a half years, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts it has had on various sectors, including politics and the economy. He emphasizes the dual nature of AI's influence, where it can drive economic growth while simultaneously raising concerns about job displacement and societal disruption. The conversation also touches on the military applications of AI, particularly in the context of the ongoing Ukraine conflict, where innovative uses of drones have transformed warfare dynamics. As the discussion progresses, Singer delves into the broader cultural and social ramifications of AI, noting how it affects personal identity and community roles. He shares insights from a survey of experts regarding the anticipated effects of AI on different aspects of life, including healthcare and social interactions. The episode concludes with a personal story from Singer about his son's charitable initiative, Cancer Kicks, which aims to support cancer patients while funding research, showcasing a positive response to adversity in the face of technological change. #warfare #artificialintelligence #cancer #dronewarfare #tech Chapters: 00:00-02:00 Intro 02:01-10:18 What's changed in two and a half years in AI? 10:18-20:29 Ukraine/Russia drone warfare and tech advances 20:30-35:00 U.S. Rivalry w/ China...and Taiwan 35:00-47:59 Military Advancements and Societal Impacts 48:00-54:05 Cancer Kicks (Peter's Son's Non-Profit) 54:06-1:07:33 John and Brad's Take-Aways Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=a9c8901c0b5b43dc Apple Podast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/posteverything/id1676174977 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Resources: Peter Singer books: https://pwsinger.com/books Cancerkicks: https://www.cancerkicks.org/ Cancerkicks store: https://store.cancerkicks.org/ Corporate Catalog (for groups buying with their own logo on the items): https://www.cancerkicks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CorporateCatalog.pdf Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full 70 Brad Edwards and John Houmes AI's rapid integration is changing everything. John and Brad welcome back renowned political scientist, ethicist and specialist on 21st century warfare, Peter Warren Singer. They discuss advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. Singer reflects on the evolution of AI over the past two and a half years, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts it has had on various sectors, including politics and the economy. He emphasizes the dual nature of AI's influence, where it can drive economic growth while simultaneously raising concerns about job displacement and societal disruption. The conversation also touches on the military applications of AI, particularly in the context of the ongoing Ukraine conflict, where innovative uses of drones have transformed warfare dynamics. As the discussion progresses, Singer delves into the broader cultural and social ramifications of AI, noting how it affects personal identity and community roles. He shares insights from a survey of experts regarding the anticipated effects of AI on different aspects of life, including healthcare and social interactions. The episode concludes with a personal story from Singer about his son's charitable initiative, Cancer Kicks, which aims to support cancer patients while funding research, showcasing a positive response to adversity in the face of technological change. #warfare #artificialintelligence #cancer #dronewarfare #tech Chapters: 00:00-02:00 Intro 02:01-10:18 What's changed in two and a half years in AI? 10:18-20:29 Ukraine/Russia drone warfare and tech advances 20:30-35:00 U.S. Rivalry w/ China...and Taiwan 35:00-47:59 Military Advancements and Societal Impacts 48:00-54:05 Cancer Kicks (Peter's Son's Non-Profit) 54:06-1:07:33 John and Brad's Take-Aways Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=a9c8901c0b5b43dc Apple Podast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/posteverything/id1676174977 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Resources: Peter Singer books: https://pwsinger.com/books Cancerkicks: https://www.cancerkicks.org/ Cancerkicks store: https://store.cancerkicks.org/ Corporate Catalog (for groups buying with their own logo on the items): https://www.cancerkicks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CorporateCatalog.pdf John and Brad welcome back renowned political scientist, ethicist and specialist on 21st century warfare, Peter Warren Singer.


    They discuss advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. Singer reflects on the evolution of AI over the past two and a half years, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts it has had on various sectors, including politics and the economy. He emphasizes the dual nature of AI's influence, where it can drive economic growth while simultaneously raising concerns about job displacement and societal disruption. The conversation also touches on the military applications of AI, particularly in the context of the ongoing Ukraine conflict, where innovative uses of drones have transformed warfare dynamics. As the discussion progresses, Singer delves into the broader cultural and social ramifications of AI, noting how it affects personal identity and community roles. He shares insights from a survey of experts regarding the anticipated effects of AI on different aspects of life, including healthcare and social interactions. The episode concludes with a personal story from Singer about his son's charitable initiative, Cancer Kicks, which aims to support cancer patients while funding research, showcasing a positive response to adversity in the face of technological change.

    #warfare #artificialintelligence #cancer #dronewarfare #tech

    Chapters:

    00:00-02:00 Intro

    02:01-10:18 What's changed in two and a half years in AI?

    10:18-20:29 Ukraine/Russia drone warfare and tech advances

    20:30-35:00 U.S. Rivalry w/ China...and Taiwan

    35:00-47:59 Military Advancements and Societal Impacts

    48:00-54:05 Cancer Kicks (Peter's Son's Non-Profit)

    54:06-1:07:33 John and Brad's Take-Aways

    Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=a9c8901c0b5b43dc Apple Podast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/posteverything/id1676174977


    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Resources: Peter Singer books: https://pwsinger.com/books Cancerkicks: https://www.cancerkicks.org/ Cancerkicks store: https://store.cancerkicks.org/ Corporate Catalog (for groups buying with their own logo on the items): https://www.cancerkicks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CorporateCatalog.pdf

    ]]>     3776 no     Theology & Discipleship in the Age of AI w/ Michael Graham S2E2 (#69) In this conversation, Mike Graham discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on cultural apologetics, focusing on the AI Christian Benchmark report. He explores the methodology behind the report, the theological reliability of AI outputs, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI technology. The discussion also delves into the role of institutions, the church's response to technology, and the importance of navigating the complexities of AI in a redemptive manner.    CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:00 Why Study AI? 05:30 Cultural Complexity and the Church 08:20 Is AI Just a Smarter Google? 10:15 Spiritual Questions People Ask AI 12:25 Differing Outputs from Different LLMs 17:50 Why Are the Models So Different? 23:00 Epistemological Scrambling and the Future 25:00 More on Using AI vs Googling 30:57 Gemini’s Response to the TGC Report 34:25 Will AI Disrupt Society Like Social Media Has? 41:50 TGC’s Plan for Discipleship Tools Around AI 43:10 Digital Divination 46:45 More on AI and Social Media 53:35 The Future of the Church 01:01:30 Triperspectivalism 01:02:39 The Complexity of the Future 01:08:21 Brad and John’s Take-Aways   Follow Us Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PostEverythingPod Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full 69 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The Gospel Coalition's AI report evaluates theological reliability of AI models. S2E2 (#69) In this conversation, Mike Graham discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on cultural apologetics, focusing on the AI Christian Benchmark report. He explores the methodology behind the report, the theological reliability of AI outputs, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI technology. The discussion also delves into the role of institutions, the church's response to technology, and the importance of navigating the complexities of AI in a redemptive manner.    CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:00 Why Study AI? 05:30 Cultural Complexity and the Church 08:20 Is AI Just a Smarter Google? 10:15 Spiritual Questions People Ask AI 12:25 Differing Outputs from Different LLMs 17:50 Why Are the Models So Different? 23:00 Epistemological Scrambling and the Future 25:00 More on Using AI vs Googling 30:57 Gemini’s Response to the TGC Report 34:25 Will AI Disrupt Society Like Social Media Has? 41:50 TGC’s Plan for Discipleship Tools Around AI 43:10 Digital Divination 46:45 More on AI and Social Media 53:35 The Future of the Church 01:01:30 Triperspectivalism 01:02:39 The Complexity of the Future 01:08:21 Brad and John’s Take-Aways   Follow Us Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PostEverythingPod S2E2 (#69)

    In this conversation, Mike Graham discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on cultural apologetics, focusing on the AI Christian Benchmark report. He explores the methodology behind the report, the theological reliability of AI outputs, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI technology. The discussion also delves into the role of institutions, the church's response to technology, and the importance of navigating the complexities of AI in a redemptive manner.

     

     CHAPTERS

    00:00 Intro

    02:00 Why Study AI?

    05:30 Cultural Complexity and the Church

    08:20 Is AI Just a Smarter Google?

    10:15 Spiritual Questions People Ask AI

    12:25 Differing Outputs from Different LLMs

    17:50 Why Are the Models So Different?

    23:00 Epistemological Scrambling and the Future

    25:00 More on Using AI vs Googling

    30:57 Gemini’s Response to the TGC Report

    34:25 Will AI Disrupt Society Like Social Media Has?

    41:50 TGC’s Plan for Discipleship Tools Around AI

    43:10 Digital Divination

    46:45 More on AI and Social Media

    53:35 The Future of the Church

    01:01:30 Triperspectivalism

    01:02:39 The Complexity of the Future

    01:08:21 Brad and John’s Take-Aways

     

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    ]]>     4869 no     A.I., Learning & Virtue w/ Alan Noble S2E1 (#68) Alan Noble discusses the current state of higher education, the implications of AI, and the importance of holistic formation and mentorship. He emphasizes the need for community in education and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's role in learning. Noble advocates for a return to virtue and moral excellence in education, arguing that these elements are essential for preparing students to navigate a chaotic world. He also addresses the challenges posed by AI in academia and the necessity of embodying education in a community setting. #artificialintelligence #higherlearning #highereducation #virtue CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:06 The State of the Union of Higher Ed 08:46 What Should Higher Ed Be About? 13:25 Economics and Ideology and Education 14:54 Virtue, AI and Formation 29:59 Embodied Education and Life 37:35 Alan’s New Book: To Live Well 41:47 Are Virtues Anti-Holy Spirit? 49:48 Brad and John’s Take-Aways Follow Us Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PostEverythingPod Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full 68 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Is AI helpful to our humanity? Or deformative to it? S2E1 (#68) Alan Noble discusses the current state of higher education, the implications of AI, and the importance of holistic formation and mentorship. He emphasizes the need for community in education and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's role in learning. Noble advocates for a return to virtue and moral excellence in education, arguing that these elements are essential for preparing students to navigate a chaotic world. He also addresses the challenges posed by AI in academia and the necessity of embodying education in a community setting. #artificialintelligence #higherlearning #highereducation #virtue CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:06 The State of the Union of Higher Ed 08:46 What Should Higher Ed Be About? 13:25 Economics and Ideology and Education 14:54 Virtue, AI and Formation 29:59 Embodied Education and Life 37:35 Alan’s New Book: To Live Well 41:47 Are Virtues Anti-Holy Spirit? 49:48 Brad and John’s Take-Aways Follow Us Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PostEverythingPod S2E1 (#68)


    Alan Noble discusses the current state of higher education, the implications of AI, and the importance of holistic formation and mentorship. He emphasizes the need for community in education and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's role in learning. Noble advocates for a return to virtue and moral excellence in education, arguing that these elements are essential for preparing students to navigate a chaotic world. He also addresses the challenges posed by AI in academia and the necessity of embodying education in a community setting. #artificialintelligence #higherlearning #highereducation #virtue CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro

    02:06 The State of the Union of Higher Ed

    08:46 What Should Higher Ed Be About?

    13:25 Economics and Ideology and Education

    14:54 Virtue, AI and Formation

    29:59 Embodied Education and Life

    37:35 Alan’s New Book: To Live Well

    41:47 Are Virtues Anti-Holy Spirit?

    49:48 Brad and John’s Take-Aways


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    ]]>     4140 no     We're Back: Season 6 Preview Brad and John return to discuss all things liminal, reflecting on their journey since the last season, and pondering the ongoing cultural changes that define our current liminal age. They explore the complexities of navigating change, the impact of social media algorithms on perception, and the importance of context in understanding reality. The conversation delves into the anxiety surrounding certainty in a rapidly changing world, the role of storytelling in shaping truth, and the church's responsibility to steward truth amidst these challenges. They also discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on culture and the church's vital role in providing community and meaning in uncertain times, concluding with a preview of the upcoming season. Resources Mentioned: The Reason for Church, by Brad Edwards: Book of the Year Rooted by the River: Youtube Audio The Last Invention: Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Youtube: https://youtube.com/@posteverythingpod?si=jsnLg96Uqky0936X Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:40:00 -0000 full 67 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad and John return to discuss all things liminal. Brad and John return to discuss all things liminal, reflecting on their journey since the last season, and pondering the ongoing cultural changes that define our current liminal age. They explore the complexities of navigating change, the impact of social media algorithms on perception, and the importance of context in understanding reality. The conversation delves into the anxiety surrounding certainty in a rapidly changing world, the role of storytelling in shaping truth, and the church's responsibility to steward truth amidst these challenges. They also discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on culture and the church's vital role in providing community and meaning in uncertain times, concluding with a preview of the upcoming season. Resources Mentioned: The Reason for Church, by Brad Edwards: Book of the Year Rooted by the River: Youtube Audio The Last Invention: Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Youtube: https://youtube.com/@posteverythingpod?si=jsnLg96Uqky0936X Brad and John return to discuss all things liminal, reflecting on their journey since the last season, and pondering the ongoing cultural changes that define our current liminal age. They explore the complexities of navigating change, the impact of social media algorithms on perception, and the importance of context in understanding reality. The conversation delves into the anxiety surrounding certainty in a rapidly changing world, the role of storytelling in shaping truth, and the church's responsibility to steward truth amidst these challenges. They also discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on culture and the church's vital role in providing community and meaning in uncertain times, concluding with a preview of the upcoming season. Resources Mentioned: The Reason for Church, by Brad Edwards: Book of the Year Rooted by the River: Youtube Audio The Last Invention:


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    ]]>     3118 no     Engaging Culture Post-Vibe Shift In our Season 5 wrap-up, Brad and John unpack how the recent vibe shift is reshaping cultural narratives—and what it means for Christians today. Key Points: What is a vibe shift? Should digitalization affect how the Church does cultural apologetics? How has social media affected our individual and cultural narratives? What happens when the vibe shift goes to D.C.? The Church is still God's Plan A. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 14 May 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full 66 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad and John unpack how the recent vibe shift is reshaping cultural narratives. In our Season 5 wrap-up, Brad and John unpack how the recent vibe shift is reshaping cultural narratives—and what it means for Christians today. Key Points: What is a vibe shift? Should digitalization affect how the Church does cultural apologetics? How has social media affected our individual and cultural narratives? What happens when the vibe shift goes to D.C.? The Church is still God's Plan A. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything In our Season 5 wrap-up, Brad and John unpack how the recent vibe shift is reshaping cultural narratives—and what it means for Christians today.


    Key Points:


    What is a vibe shift?


    Should digitalization affect how the Church does cultural apologetics?


    How has social media affected our individual and cultural narratives?


    What happens when the vibe shift goes to D.C.?


    The Church is still God's Plan A.


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    ]]>     3479 no     Why the Church is Necessary with Truth Over Tribe Today, Brad joins the Truth Over Tribe podcast to discuss his recent book, "The Reason For Church." He and Patrick Miller discuss why Christian culture has been stuck in an anti-vision mindset and why a negative perception around institutions as a whole is partly to blame. Brad details why the Church is so necessary and explains how many Christians have forgotten the Church’s role as a source of healing and community. But what about people who have experienced spiritual abuse at the hands of the Church? We hope this episode offers an honest-yet-hopeful vision for church as a necessary institution. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full 65 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad joins the Truth Over Tribe podcast to discuss his newest book, "The Reason For Church." Today, Brad joins the Truth Over Tribe podcast to discuss his recent book, "The Reason For Church." He and Patrick Miller discuss why Christian culture has been stuck in an anti-vision mindset and why a negative perception around institutions as a whole is partly to blame. Brad details why the Church is so necessary and explains how many Christians have forgotten the Church’s role as a source of healing and community. But what about people who have experienced spiritual abuse at the hands of the Church? We hope this episode offers an honest-yet-hopeful vision for church as a necessary institution. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Today, Brad joins the Truth Over Tribe podcast to discuss his recent book, "The Reason For Church."


    He and Patrick Miller discuss why Christian culture has been stuck in an anti-vision mindset and why a negative perception around institutions as a whole is partly to blame. Brad details why the Church is so necessary and explains how many Christians have forgotten the Church’s role as a source of healing and community. But what about people who have experienced spiritual abuse at the hands of the Church? We hope this episode offers an honest-yet-hopeful vision for church as a necessary institution.


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    ]]>     3528 no     The Reason For Church Is Out! Brad's new book, The Reason for Church: Why the Body of Christ Still Matters in an Age of Anxiety, Division, and Radical Individualism, is officially out. Get your copy here. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full 64 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad's new book, The Reason for Church Brad's new book, The Reason for Church: Why the Body of Christ Still Matters in an Age of Anxiety, Division, and Radical Individualism, is officially out. Get your copy here. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Brad's new book, The Reason for Church: Why the Body of Christ Still Matters in an Age of Anxiety, Division, and Radical Individualism, is officially out.


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    ]]>     140 no     Understanding Cultural Narratives with Michael Keller Michael Keller dissects our current cultural narratives, showing how they have subtly shaped our hearts, minds, and habits. Key points: John, Brad, and Michael define a cultural narrative. Freedom and individualism as a cultural narrative. Why secularism is leading people back to Christianity. Provoking imagination is a great way to confront cultural narratives and give people a better story. The algorithm is reinforcing our beliefs and affections. Why believers can have a confident trust in the Christian story. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full 63 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Michael Keller dissects our current cultural narratives. Michael Keller dissects our current cultural narratives, showing how they have subtly shaped our hearts, minds, and habits. Key points: John, Brad, and Michael define a cultural narrative. Freedom and individualism as a cultural narrative. Why secularism is leading people back to Christianity. Provoking imagination is a great way to confront cultural narratives and give people a better story. The algorithm is reinforcing our beliefs and affections. Why believers can have a confident trust in the Christian story. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Michael Keller dissects our current cultural narratives, showing how they have subtly shaped our hearts, minds, and habits.



    Key points:


    John, Brad, and Michael define a cultural narrative.


    Freedom and individualism as a cultural narrative.


    Why secularism is leading people back to Christianity.


    Provoking imagination is a great way to confront cultural narratives and give people a better story.


    The algorithm is reinforcing our beliefs and affections.


    Why believers can have a confident trust in the Christian story.




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    ]]>     3806 no     The Vibe Shift Is Metamodern with Paul Anleitner Paul Anleitner explores metamodernism as a cultural and philosophical movement that responds to postmodern cynicism with renewed sincerity and hope. Key points: Metamodernism emerges from exhaustion with postmodern detachment The multiverse concept in pop culture reflects changing worldviews Honest faith conversations are increasingly valued Films like "Napoleon Dynamite" embody metamodern themes "The Matrix" presents techno-gnosticism, modernizing ancient Gnostic ideas Contemporary society faces a crisis of meaning that pure critique cannot solve We need coherent narratives that provide purpose rather than endless deconstruction Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full Brad Edwards and John Houmes Paul Anleitner explores metamodernism as a cultural and philosophical movement that responds to postmodern cynicism with renewed sincerity and hope. Key points: Metamodernism emerges from exhaustion with postmodern detachment The multiverse concept in pop culture reflects changing worldviews Honest faith conversations are increasingly valued Films like "Napoleon Dynamite" embody metamodern themes "The Matrix" presents techno-gnosticism, modernizing ancient Gnostic ideas Contemporary society faces a crisis of meaning that pure critique cannot solve We need coherent narratives that provide purpose rather than endless deconstruction Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Paul Anleitner explores metamodernism as a cultural and philosophical movement that responds to postmodern cynicism with renewed sincerity and hope.

    Key points:


    Metamodernism emerges from exhaustion with postmodern detachment

    The multiverse concept in pop culture reflects changing worldviews

    Honest faith conversations are increasingly valued

    Films like "Napoleon Dynamite" embody metamodern themes

    "The Matrix" presents techno-gnosticism, modernizing ancient Gnostic ideas

    Contemporary society faces a crisis of meaning that pure critique cannot solve

    We need coherent narratives that provide purpose rather than endless deconstruction


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    ]]>     4804 no     How Institutions Form Us (LIVE Podcast) This live conversation explores the intersection of faith, culture, and the role of institutions in achieving the good life. The speakers discuss the challenges posed by individualism and the importance of community and belonging, emphasizing that while we can survive without institutions, we cannot thrive. They argue that institutions provide essential elements such as safety, peace, and purpose, which are crucial for human flourishing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 19 Mar 2025 09:30:00 -0000 full 61 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Intersection of faith, culture, and the role of institutions in achieving the good life. This live conversation explores the intersection of faith, culture, and the role of institutions in achieving the good life. The speakers discuss the challenges posed by individualism and the importance of community and belonging, emphasizing that while we can survive without institutions, we cannot thrive. They argue that institutions provide essential elements such as safety, peace, and purpose, which are crucial for human flourishing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything This live conversation explores the intersection of faith, culture, and the role of institutions in achieving the good life. The speakers discuss the challenges posed by individualism and the importance of community and belonging, emphasizing that while we can survive without institutions, we cannot thrive. They argue that institutions provide essential elements such as safety, peace, and purpose, which are crucial for human flourishing.


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    ]]>     4590 no     History and Anxiety with Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker discusses the concept of radical individualism and its relationship with ahistoricism, particularly in the context of the digital age. She explores how contemporary culture often views history as irrelevant, leading to a lack of historical knowledge and a fragmented sense of identity. The discussion dives into the ideological implications of this ahistoric mindset, the tension between individual narratives and collective history, and the importance of curiosity and complexity in understanding the past. Stonebreaker also critiques the phrase 'the right side of history' and emphasizes the need for a more nuanced approach to historical narratives, particularly from a Christian perspective. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 05 Mar 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 60 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker discusses the concept of radical individualism and its relationship with ahistoricism Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker discusses the concept of radical individualism and its relationship with ahistoricism, particularly in the context of the digital age. She explores how contemporary culture often views history as irrelevant, leading to a lack of historical knowledge and a fragmented sense of identity. The discussion dives into the ideological implications of this ahistoric mindset, the tension between individual narratives and collective history, and the importance of curiosity and complexity in understanding the past. Stonebreaker also critiques the phrase 'the right side of history' and emphasizes the need for a more nuanced approach to historical narratives, particularly from a Christian perspective. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker discusses the concept of radical individualism and its relationship with ahistoricism, particularly in the context of the digital age. She explores how contemporary culture often views history as irrelevant, leading to a lack of historical knowledge and a fragmented sense of identity. The discussion dives into the ideological implications of this ahistoric mindset, the tension between individual narratives and collective history, and the importance of curiosity and complexity in understanding the past. Stonebreaker also critiques the phrase 'the right side of history' and emphasizes the need for a more nuanced approach to historical narratives, particularly from a Christian perspective.


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    ]]>     3398 no     Cultural Apologetics in an Age of Disruption with Collin Hansen In this conversation, Collin Hansen discusses his book on Tim Keller, focusing on the influences that shaped Keller's spiritual and intellectual formation. The discussion explores the importance of community in theological education, the role of providence in Keller's life, and the concept of cultural apologetics. Hansen emphasizes the need to address defeater beliefs that prevent people from considering Christ and highlights the historical context of these discussions within American evangelicalism. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 59 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Collin Hansen discusses his book on Tim Keller In this conversation, Collin Hansen discusses his book on Tim Keller, focusing on the influences that shaped Keller's spiritual and intellectual formation. The discussion explores the importance of community in theological education, the role of providence in Keller's life, and the concept of cultural apologetics. Hansen emphasizes the need to address defeater beliefs that prevent people from considering Christ and highlights the historical context of these discussions within American evangelicalism. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything In this conversation, Collin Hansen discusses his book on Tim Keller, focusing on the influences that shaped Keller's spiritual and intellectual formation. The discussion explores the importance of community in theological education, the role of providence in Keller's life, and the concept of cultural apologetics. Hansen emphasizes the need to address defeater beliefs that prevent people from considering Christ and highlights the historical context of these discussions within American evangelicalism.


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    ]]>     4199 no     Finding Meaning in a Fragmented World with Jake Meador Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and Jake Meador explore the cultural restlessness and disenchantment prevalent in contemporary society. They discuss how technology, particularly smartphones, has impacted identity and belonging, leading to a sense of exile in place. The conversation delves into the atrophy of social connections and the role of the church in providing meaning and community in a disenchanted world. They also examine the mental energy required to maintain relationships and the tension between the desire for control and the search for transcendence. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of community building, the role of the church in personal development, the ethics surrounding the value of life, and the importance of caring for the vulnerable in society. They discuss how spiritual growth is often misconstrued as self-actualization and emphasize the need for ordinary acts of kindness and connection in a disenchanted world. The conversation culminates in a reflection on how individuals can create a sense of home and community through simple, sincere gestures of care and hospitality. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 05 Feb 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 58 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Explore the cultural restlessness and disenchantment prevalent in contemporary society Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and Jake Meador explore the cultural restlessness and disenchantment prevalent in contemporary society. They discuss how technology, particularly smartphones, has impacted identity and belonging, leading to a sense of exile in place. The conversation delves into the atrophy of social connections and the role of the church in providing meaning and community in a disenchanted world. They also examine the mental energy required to maintain relationships and the tension between the desire for control and the search for transcendence. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of community building, the role of the church in personal development, the ethics surrounding the value of life, and the importance of caring for the vulnerable in society. They discuss how spiritual growth is often misconstrued as self-actualization and emphasize the need for ordinary acts of kindness and connection in a disenchanted world. The conversation culminates in a reflection on how individuals can create a sense of home and community through simple, sincere gestures of care and hospitality. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and Jake Meador explore the cultural restlessness and disenchantment prevalent in contemporary society. They discuss how technology, particularly smartphones, has impacted identity and belonging, leading to a sense of exile in place. The conversation delves into the atrophy of social connections and the role of the church in providing meaning and community in a disenchanted world. They also examine the mental energy required to maintain relationships and the tension between the desire for control and the search for transcendence. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of community building, the role of the church in personal development, the ethics surrounding the value of life, and the importance of caring for the vulnerable in society. They discuss how spiritual growth is often misconstrued as self-actualization and emphasize the need for ordinary acts of kindness and connection in a disenchanted world. The conversation culminates in a reflection on how individuals can create a sense of home and community through simple, sincere gestures of care and hospitality.


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    ]]>     4531 no     Salvation Isn't Only About Forgiveness with Kyle Worley Kyle Worley discusses his book 'Home with God' and the concept of union with Christ. He explores the feelings of exile that many experience in life and how the doctrine of union with Christ offers a sense of belonging and identity. The discussion delves into the importance of community, the role of storytelling in shaping identity, and the distinction between union and communion with God. Throughout the conversation, Kyle emphasizes the transformative power of understanding our identity in Christ and the significance of being part of a larger community of believers. They explore the profound themes of obedience, grace, and the doctrine of union with Christ. They discuss the importance of community and belonging within the church, the tension between individualism and collective faith, and the significance of the Lord's Supper as a communal experience. The conversation also addresses the disillusionment many feel towards the institutional church and how the doctrine of union with Christ can provide hope and healing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 57 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Kyle Worley discusses his book 'Home with God' and the concept of union with Christ. Kyle Worley discusses his book 'Home with God' and the concept of union with Christ. He explores the feelings of exile that many experience in life and how the doctrine of union with Christ offers a sense of belonging and identity. The discussion delves into the importance of community, the role of storytelling in shaping identity, and the distinction between union and communion with God. Throughout the conversation, Kyle emphasizes the transformative power of understanding our identity in Christ and the significance of being part of a larger community of believers. They explore the profound themes of obedience, grace, and the doctrine of union with Christ. They discuss the importance of community and belonging within the church, the tension between individualism and collective faith, and the significance of the Lord's Supper as a communal experience. The conversation also addresses the disillusionment many feel towards the institutional church and how the doctrine of union with Christ can provide hope and healing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Kyle Worley discusses his book 'Home with God' and the concept of union with Christ. He explores the feelings of exile that many experience in life and how the doctrine of union with Christ offers a sense of belonging and identity. The discussion delves into the importance of community, the role of storytelling in shaping identity, and the distinction between union and communion with God. Throughout the conversation, Kyle emphasizes the transformative power of understanding our identity in Christ and the significance of being part of a larger community of believers. They explore the profound themes of obedience, grace, and the doctrine of union with Christ. They discuss the importance of community and belonging within the church, the tension between individualism and collective faith, and the significance of the Lord's Supper as a communal experience. The conversation also addresses the disillusionment many feel towards the institutional church and how the doctrine of union with Christ can provide hope and healing.


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    ]]>     3311 no     Welcome to the Vibe Shift | Coming Up on Season 5 In this conversation, John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the concept of a 'vibe shift' in the current cultural landscape, exploring the transitions from a phase of cynicism to one of hope and sincerity. They analyze the implications of social media, the pandemic, and political events on societal institutions and leadership, emphasizing the need for understanding and navigating this liminal age. The discussion also highlights the relevance of the church in providing stability and meaning amidst these changes, as they prepare for a new season of exploration in their podcast. Get Brad Edward's Book, "The Reason For  Church": https://a.co/d/5RExkKg Get Ian Harber's book, "Walking Through Deconstruction": https://a.co/d/3OqXAoG Get Kyle Worley's book, "Home With God": https://a.co/d/bFhuLsf Wed, 22 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 56 Brad Edwards and John Houmes A 'vibe shift' in the current cultural landscape, exploring the transitions from a phase of cynicism to one of hope and sincerity. In this conversation, John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the concept of a 'vibe shift' in the current cultural landscape, exploring the transitions from a phase of cynicism to one of hope and sincerity. They analyze the implications of social media, the pandemic, and political events on societal institutions and leadership, emphasizing the need for understanding and navigating this liminal age. The discussion also highlights the relevance of the church in providing stability and meaning amidst these changes, as they prepare for a new season of exploration in their podcast. Get Brad Edward's Book, "The Reason For  Church": https://a.co/d/5RExkKg Get Ian Harber's book, "Walking Through Deconstruction": https://a.co/d/3OqXAoG Get Kyle Worley's book, "Home With God": https://a.co/d/bFhuLsf In this conversation, John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the concept of a 'vibe shift' in the current cultural landscape, exploring the transitions from a phase of cynicism to one of hope and sincerity. They analyze the implications of social media, the pandemic, and political events on societal institutions and leadership, emphasizing the need for understanding and navigating this liminal age. The discussion also highlights the relevance of the church in providing stability and meaning amidst these changes, as they prepare for a new season of exploration in their podcast.


    Get Brad Edward's Book, "The Reason For 

    Church": https://a.co/d/5RExkKg

    Get Ian Harber's book, "Walking Through Deconstruction": https://a.co/d/3OqXAoG


    Get Kyle Worley's book, "Home With God": https://a.co/d/bFhuLsf

    ]]>     1180 no     Best Of: How Christians Are Formed By Power with Andy Crouch Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 55 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment.


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    ]]>     4695 no     Best Of: Outsourcing Virtue To Uncaring Algorithms with Michael Sacasas In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth. The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues. L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:57:44 -0000 full 54 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth. The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues. L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities.

    Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth.

    The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues.

    L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society.

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    ]]>     4516 no     Best Of: Canoeing the Mtns w/Tod Bolsinger There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership." Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps... Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682619232&sr=8-1  (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger https://a.co/d/5rXG5JF Wed, 01 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000 full 53 Brad Edwards and John Houmes the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership." Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps... Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682619232&sr=8-1  (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger https://a.co/d/5rXG5JF There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership."


    Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps...


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    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger

    https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682619232&sr=8-1 


    (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger https://a.co/d/5rXG5JF

    ]]>     3944 no     Best Of: How Anxiety Deforms Us with Steve Cuss On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 52 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Understanding anxiety from a systems perspective On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people.


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    ]]>     4919 no     Best Of: Intuitional Identities with Tara Isabella Burton What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it? In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.”  Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.” CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 51 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it? In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.”  Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.” CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it?


    In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.” 


    Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.”


    CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record.


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    ]]>     3994 no     Lessons from the Jungle Trailer In January of 1969, 22-year-old Dan Houmes was drafted into the U.S. Army, even though he had plans to avoid it. By the summer of that year, Dan was deployed to Vietnam and assigned to the First Cav. He would spend his one year tour of duty riding in helicopters with the men of Company B, nicknamed "Pigiron", to find and fight an enemy hidden in the jungle.  LFTJ is a podcast series about Dan's story, his story of life not going the way he wanted it to go, and the lessons of faith he learned in the jungles of Vietnam. Dan's story is told by him and his son, John Houmes.   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lessons-from-the-jungle/id1774557574   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WKgoNg5jxqbFNE3aOAxcE?si=7cd417cbae6a4069   Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c099678-53db-4069-9f8d-710fea74e2aa/lessons-from-the-jungle For Episode Video Clips: Instagram Youtube Email Us: lessonfromjunglepod@gmail.com Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full Brad Edwards and John Houmes LFTJ is a podcast series about Dan's story, his story of life not going the way he wanted it to go, and the lessons of faith he learned in the jungles of Vietnam. In January of 1969, 22-year-old Dan Houmes was drafted into the U.S. Army, even though he had plans to avoid it. By the summer of that year, Dan was deployed to Vietnam and assigned to the First Cav. He would spend his one year tour of duty riding in helicopters with the men of Company B, nicknamed "Pigiron", to find and fight an enemy hidden in the jungle.  LFTJ is a podcast series about Dan's story, his story of life not going the way he wanted it to go, and the lessons of faith he learned in the jungles of Vietnam. Dan's story is told by him and his son, John Houmes.   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lessons-from-the-jungle/id1774557574   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WKgoNg5jxqbFNE3aOAxcE?si=7cd417cbae6a4069   Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c099678-53db-4069-9f8d-710fea74e2aa/lessons-from-the-jungle For Episode Video Clips: Instagram Youtube Email Us: lessonfromjunglepod@gmail.com In January of 1969, 22-year-old Dan Houmes was drafted into the U.S. Army, even though he had plans to avoid it. By the summer of that year, Dan was deployed to Vietnam and assigned to the First Cav. He would spend his one year tour of duty riding in helicopters with the men of Company B, nicknamed "Pigiron", to find and fight an enemy hidden in the jungle. 


    LFTJ is a podcast series about Dan's story, his story of life not going the way he wanted it to go, and the lessons of faith he learned in the jungles of Vietnam. Dan's story is told by him and his son, John Houmes.

     

    Apple Podcast:

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    ]]>     220 no     Exhaustion and Renewal in Pastoral Care with David Cassidy David Cassidy shares his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to a charismatic ministry, discussing his experiences in various congregations and countries. He reflects on the impact of recent political elections on pastoral care, noting the exhaustion and realignment within churches. Cassidy emphasizes the importance of gratitude from a Christian perspective, highlighting how it can reshape our approach to life and relationships amidst political turmoil. Brad, John, and David explore the themes of political distraction, the significance of the Advent season, the necessity of waiting in ministry, and the evolution of church leadership and planting in a changing cultural landscape. They emphasize the importance of reflection, patience, and innovative approaches to establishing lasting communities of faith. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 50 Brad Edwards and John Houmes David Cassidy shares his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to a charismatic ministry David Cassidy shares his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to a charismatic ministry, discussing his experiences in various congregations and countries. He reflects on the impact of recent political elections on pastoral care, noting the exhaustion and realignment within churches. Cassidy emphasizes the importance of gratitude from a Christian perspective, highlighting how it can reshape our approach to life and relationships amidst political turmoil. Brad, John, and David explore the themes of political distraction, the significance of the Advent season, the necessity of waiting in ministry, and the evolution of church leadership and planting in a changing cultural landscape. They emphasize the importance of reflection, patience, and innovative approaches to establishing lasting communities of faith. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything David Cassidy shares his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to a charismatic ministry, discussing his experiences in various congregations and countries. He reflects on the impact of recent political elections on pastoral care, noting the exhaustion and realignment within churches. Cassidy emphasizes the importance of gratitude from a Christian perspective, highlighting how it can reshape our approach to life and relationships amidst political turmoil. Brad, John, and David explore the themes of political distraction, the significance of the Advent season, the necessity of waiting in ministry, and the evolution of church leadership and planting in a changing cultural landscape. They emphasize the importance of reflection, patience, and innovative approaches to establishing lasting communities of faith.


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    ]]>     4793 no     Evangelicalism After The Election with Trevin Wax In this conversation, Trevin Wax, John Houmes, and Brad Edwards discuss the shifting landscape of culture and politics in the United States, particularly in light of recent elections. They explore themes such as the rise of 'virtuous victimhood' as a new moral authority, the competition between class and identity politics, and the motivations behind voting behavior. The discussion also touches on the implications for Christian education and the need for churches to adapt to these cultural changes. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 49 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The Shifting Landscape of Culture and Politics in the United States In this conversation, Trevin Wax, John Houmes, and Brad Edwards discuss the shifting landscape of culture and politics in the United States, particularly in light of recent elections. They explore themes such as the rise of 'virtuous victimhood' as a new moral authority, the competition between class and identity politics, and the motivations behind voting behavior. The discussion also touches on the implications for Christian education and the need for churches to adapt to these cultural changes. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything In this conversation, Trevin Wax, John Houmes, and Brad Edwards discuss the shifting landscape of culture and politics in the United States, particularly in light of recent elections. They explore themes such as the rise of 'virtuous victimhood' as a new moral authority, the competition between class and identity politics, and the motivations behind voting behavior. The discussion also touches on the implications for Christian education and the need for churches to adapt to these cultural changes.


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    ]]>     4088 no     How To Vote Like A Christian John Houmes and Brad Edwards explore the concept of voting from a Christian perspective, discussing the implications of political engagement, the nature of voting as a civic duty, and the importance of understanding the complexities surrounding issues like immigration. They emphasize the need for thoughtful deliberation and a process-oriented approach to voting, rather than a binary mindset. The discussion also highlights the significance of local engagement and the church's role in navigating political discourse. - - - - Check-out John’s new podcast project, Lessons from the Jungle. Apple: https://tinyurl.com/3z4zvdje Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/43xp32dy Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/yefjdphu First episode releases Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov 11. - - - - Recommended Political Readings: Academic/Nerdy: Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies By David T. Koyzis A Conflict of Ideological Origins of Political Struggles by Thomas Sowell Accessible/Practical: Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb, Not the Donkey or the Elephant By Patrick Miller and Keith Simon Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement By Giboney, Wear and Butler Political Systems: Right-Leaning: A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream, by Yuval Levin Left-Leaning: The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth, by Jonathan Rauch Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 48 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Voting from a Christian perspective John Houmes and Brad Edwards explore the concept of voting from a Christian perspective, discussing the implications of political engagement, the nature of voting as a civic duty, and the importance of understanding the complexities surrounding issues like immigration. They emphasize the need for thoughtful deliberation and a process-oriented approach to voting, rather than a binary mindset. The discussion also highlights the significance of local engagement and the church's role in navigating political discourse. - - - - Check-out John’s new podcast project, Lessons from the Jungle. Apple: https://tinyurl.com/3z4zvdje Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/43xp32dy Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/yefjdphu First episode releases Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov 11. - - - - Recommended Political Readings: Academic/Nerdy: Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies By David T. Koyzis A Conflict of Ideological Origins of Political Struggles by Thomas Sowell Accessible/Practical: Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb, Not the Donkey or the Elephant By Patrick Miller and Keith Simon Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement By Giboney, Wear and Butler Political Systems: Right-Leaning: A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream, by Yuval Levin Left-Leaning: The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth, by Jonathan Rauch John Houmes and Brad Edwards explore the concept of voting from a Christian perspective, discussing the implications of political engagement, the nature of voting as a civic duty, and the importance of understanding the complexities surrounding issues like immigration. They emphasize the need for thoughtful deliberation and a process-oriented approach to voting, rather than a binary mindset. The discussion also highlights the significance of local engagement and the church's role in navigating political discourse.

    - - - -

    Check-out John’s new podcast project, Lessons from the Jungle.

    Apple: https://tinyurl.com/3z4zvdje

    Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/43xp32dy

    Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/yefjdphu

    First episode releases Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov 11.

    - - - -

    Recommended Political Readings:

    Academic/Nerdy:

    Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies

    By David T. Koyzis

    A Conflict of Ideological Origins of Political Struggles

    by Thomas Sowell


    Accessible/Practical:

    Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb, Not the Donkey or the Elephant

    By Patrick Miller and Keith Simon


    Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement

    By Giboney, Wear and Butler


    Political Systems:

    Right-Leaning:

    A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream, by Yuval Levin


    Left-Leaning:

    The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth, by Jonathan Rauch

    ]]>     3095 no     Resisting Ideological Pressures with Elizabeth Nuemann Elizabeth Neumann discusses her experiences in the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on the challenges of misinformation and disinformation in the modern information environment. She highlights the historical context of foreign influence on domestic affairs, the rise of domestic radicalization, and the psychological factors that drive individuals towards violence. Neumann emphasizes the importance of local community engagement and the need to reclaim civility in public discourse amidst the overwhelming influence of social media and information overload. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of resisting ideological narratives and building trust in institutions amidst a landscape filled with disinformation. They explore the psychological effects of group polarization and the role of spirituality in fostering trust. Practical tips for healthier media consumption are also provided, emphasizing the need for accountability and community engagement. John's New Podcast, Lessons from the Jungle: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412116 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:34:00 -0000 full 47 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Elizabeth Neumann discusses her experiences in the Department of Homeland Security Elizabeth Neumann discusses her experiences in the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on the challenges of misinformation and disinformation in the modern information environment. She highlights the historical context of foreign influence on domestic affairs, the rise of domestic radicalization, and the psychological factors that drive individuals towards violence. Neumann emphasizes the importance of local community engagement and the need to reclaim civility in public discourse amidst the overwhelming influence of social media and information overload. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of resisting ideological narratives and building trust in institutions amidst a landscape filled with disinformation. They explore the psychological effects of group polarization and the role of spirituality in fostering trust. Practical tips for healthier media consumption are also provided, emphasizing the need for accountability and community engagement. John's New Podcast, Lessons from the Jungle: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412116 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Elizabeth Neumann discusses her experiences in the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on the challenges of misinformation and disinformation in the modern information environment. She highlights the historical context of foreign influence on domestic affairs, the rise of domestic radicalization, and the psychological factors that drive individuals towards violence. Neumann emphasizes the importance of local community engagement and the need to reclaim civility in public discourse amidst the overwhelming influence of social media and information overload. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of resisting ideological narratives and building trust in institutions amidst a landscape filled with disinformation. They explore the psychological effects of group polarization and the role of spirituality in fostering trust. Practical tips for healthier media consumption are also provided, emphasizing the need for accountability and community engagement.


    John's New Podcast, Lessons from the Jungle: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2412116


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    ]]>     5486 no     Gospel Sanity in Political Chaos with Scotty Smith John Houmes and Pastor Scottie Smith explore the concept of 'gospel sanity' amidst the current political chaos. They discuss the importance of understanding the gospel narrative, the role of prayer, and how to maintain hope and faith in turbulent times. Scottie emphasizes the need for believers to reflect on their hearts and the narratives they live by, while also encouraging prayer for leaders, even those they may disagree with. The conversation highlights the significance of living out one's faith in a way that reflects the hope of the gospel, regardless of political circumstances. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 46 Brad Edwards and John Houmes John Houmes and Pastor Scottie Smith explore the concept of 'gospel sanity' amidst the current political chaos John Houmes and Pastor Scottie Smith explore the concept of 'gospel sanity' amidst the current political chaos. They discuss the importance of understanding the gospel narrative, the role of prayer, and how to maintain hope and faith in turbulent times. Scottie emphasizes the need for believers to reflect on their hearts and the narratives they live by, while also encouraging prayer for leaders, even those they may disagree with. The conversation highlights the significance of living out one's faith in a way that reflects the hope of the gospel, regardless of political circumstances. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything John Houmes and Pastor Scottie Smith explore the concept of 'gospel sanity' amidst the current political chaos. They discuss the importance of understanding the gospel narrative, the role of prayer, and how to maintain hope and faith in turbulent times. Scottie emphasizes the need for believers to reflect on their hearts and the narratives they live by, while also encouraging prayer for leaders, even those they may disagree with. The conversation highlights the significance of living out one's faith in a way that reflects the hope of the gospel, regardless of political circumstances.


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    ]]>     2372 no     How To Love God and Country with Dr/ Richard Mouw In this conversation, Dr. Richard Mouw discusses the relationship between Christians and their country. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between country, state, and church. Drawing from biblical examples, such as the people of Israel in Babylon and the early Christians in the Roman Empire, Dr. Mouw highlights the call for Christians to seek the welfare and shalom of the city or nation they are in. He also explores the concept of patriotism and argues that Christians can love their country while also recognizing its flaws and the need for improvement. The conversation touches on topics such as the role of debate in a polarized society, the balance between love of country and love of neighbor, and the global perspective of being citizens of the world. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 02 Oct 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 45 Brad Edwards and John Houmes In this conversation, Dr. Richard Mouw discusses the relationship between Christians and their country In this conversation, Dr. Richard Mouw discusses the relationship between Christians and their country. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between country, state, and church. Drawing from biblical examples, such as the people of Israel in Babylon and the early Christians in the Roman Empire, Dr. Mouw highlights the call for Christians to seek the welfare and shalom of the city or nation they are in. He also explores the concept of patriotism and argues that Christians can love their country while also recognizing its flaws and the need for improvement. The conversation touches on topics such as the role of debate in a polarized society, the balance between love of country and love of neighbor, and the global perspective of being citizens of the world. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything In this conversation, Dr. Richard Mouw discusses the relationship between Christians and their country. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between country, state, and church. Drawing from biblical examples, such as the people of Israel in Babylon and the early Christians in the Roman Empire, Dr. Mouw highlights the call for Christians to seek the welfare and shalom of the city or nation they are in. He also explores the concept of patriotism and argues that Christians can love their country while also recognizing its flaws and the need for improvement. The conversation touches on topics such as the role of debate in a polarized society, the balance between love of country and love of neighbor, and the global perspective of being citizens of the world.


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    ]]>     3410 no     Formation and Flourishing | Lessons Learned John and Brad reflect on Season 3, discussing formation, flourishing, and the impact of technology on relationships. They address victimhood culture, resolving relational issues, and the role of friendship. They also explore the church’s role in a liminal age and announce a mini-season on politics and Brad's upcoming book. Pre-Order Brad's book here Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 44 Brad Edwards and John Houmes John and Brad reflect on Season 3 John and Brad reflect on Season 3, discussing formation, flourishing, and the impact of technology on relationships. They address victimhood culture, resolving relational issues, and the role of friendship. They also explore the church’s role in a liminal age and announce a mini-season on politics and Brad's upcoming book. Pre-Order Brad's book here Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostEverythingPodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/_posteverything X: https://twitter.com/_PostEverything John and Brad reflect on Season 3, discussing formation, flourishing, and the impact of technology on relationships. They address victimhood culture, resolving relational issues, and the role of friendship. They also explore the church’s role in a liminal age and announce a mini-season on politics and Brad's upcoming book.


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    ]]>     2551 no     The 7 Deadly Sins and Your Formation with Elizabeth Oldfield Elizabeth Oldfield argues that sin is an existential reality, not just a social construct, and that recognizing our own sin is key to living fully. She suggests that sin stems from resisting our relational nature and turning inward. Oldfield shares how intentional community has deepened her discipleship and belonging. Together with Brad Edwards and John Houmes, she discusses the role of sacrifice and obligation in building such communities, highlighting how pastors can convey these values. They also emphasize the need for deep roots and spiritual strength in turbulent times, and the importance of intentional practices to combat distraction and cultivate steady, non-anxious presences. Resources: Elizabeth's Substack Buy the Fully Alive Book Listen to The Sacred Podcast Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 04 Sep 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 43 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Elizabeth Oldfield argues that sin is an existential reality Elizabeth Oldfield argues that sin is an existential reality, not just a social construct, and that recognizing our own sin is key to living fully. She suggests that sin stems from resisting our relational nature and turning inward. Oldfield shares how intentional community has deepened her discipleship and belonging. Together with Brad Edwards and John Houmes, she discusses the role of sacrifice and obligation in building such communities, highlighting how pastors can convey these values. They also emphasize the need for deep roots and spiritual strength in turbulent times, and the importance of intentional practices to combat distraction and cultivate steady, non-anxious presences. Resources: Elizabeth's Substack Buy the Fully Alive Book Listen to The Sacred Podcast Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Elizabeth Oldfield argues that sin is an existential reality, not just a social construct, and that recognizing our own sin is key to living fully. She suggests that sin stems from resisting our relational nature and turning inward. Oldfield shares how intentional community has deepened her discipleship and belonging. Together with Brad Edwards and John Houmes, she discusses the role of sacrifice and obligation in building such communities, highlighting how pastors can convey these values. They also emphasize the need for deep roots and spiritual strength in turbulent times, and the importance of intentional practices to combat distraction and cultivate steady, non-anxious presences.


    Resources:

    Elizabeth's Substack

    Buy the Fully Alive Book

    Listen to The Sacred Podcast


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    ]]>     4466 no     Deformed by DMs (Really) with Helen Lewis John Houmes, Brad Edwards, and Helen Lewis, host of the podcast Helen Lewis Has Left The Chat, discuss the impact of messaging apps on communication and relationships, highlighting the loss of genuine connection, the challenges of social norms, and the tension between frictionless communication and meaningful interaction. They explore the effects of social media, the pressure to constantly engage, and the potential dangers of AI replacing human intimacy. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 42 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The impact of messaging apps on communication and relationships John Houmes, Brad Edwards, and Helen Lewis, host of the podcast Helen Lewis Has Left The Chat, discuss the impact of messaging apps on communication and relationships, highlighting the loss of genuine connection, the challenges of social norms, and the tension between frictionless communication and meaningful interaction. They explore the effects of social media, the pressure to constantly engage, and the potential dangers of AI replacing human intimacy. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! John Houmes, Brad Edwards, and Helen Lewis, host of the podcast Helen Lewis Has Left The Chat, discuss the impact of messaging apps on communication and relationships, highlighting the loss of genuine connection, the challenges of social norms, and the tension between frictionless communication and meaningful interaction. They explore the effects of social media, the pressure to constantly engage, and the potential dangers of AI replacing human intimacy.


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    ]]>     4795 no     How Christians Can Use Power with Abraham Cho and David Fitch This is part two of the conversation on power with Abraham Cho and David Fitch. The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit. This is the tweet that started this conversation: https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 07 Aug 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 41 Brad Edwards and John Houmes This is part two of the conversation on power with Abraham Cho and David Fitch This is part two of the conversation on power with Abraham Cho and David Fitch. The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit. This is the tweet that started this conversation: https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! This is part two of the conversation on power with Abraham Cho and David Fitch. The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit.


    This is the tweet that started this conversation:

    https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132


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    ]]>     4164 no     Can Christians Use Power? with Abraham Cho and David Fitch The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit. This is the tweet that started this conversation: https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 31 Jul 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 40 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit. This is the tweet that started this conversation: https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132 Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! The conversation explores power, institutions, and the church's role. It distinguishes between coercive, worldly overpower and godly, persuasive underpower, discussing the church's need to address power and cultural conditioning. The guests question power's legitimacy and the role of Jesus and the Holy Spirit in redefining it, touching on power in the Old Testament and its interpretation. The discussion concludes with reflections on grounding power in resurrection and the kingdom's role. Abe and Brad discuss institutions as both beneficial and abusive, perspectives on Christ and culture, suffering, character formation, and the need for institutions to be subservient to God's kingdom and guided by the Holy Spirit.


    This is the tweet that started this conversation:

    https://x.com/abrahamcho/status/1786419627582534132


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    ]]>     4015 no     Formed by Enjoying Christ with Craig Brown The conversation explores the significance of 'enjoying Jesus' in spiritual life, addressing the struggle of experiencing and expressing affection towards Jesus. It examines the balance between duty and delight in faith, the impact of the digital world on spiritual engagement, and historical figures' influence on spiritual discipline. The discussion also highlights challenges and opportunities in ministry, the impact of COVID-19 on churches, and the importance of spiritual formation and community, emphasizing the need to de-center the ego before God. Learn more about Craig Brown: https://bio.site/craigthorntonbrown Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 39 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The conversation explores the significance of 'enjoying Jesus' in spiritual life The conversation explores the significance of 'enjoying Jesus' in spiritual life, addressing the struggle of experiencing and expressing affection towards Jesus. It examines the balance between duty and delight in faith, the impact of the digital world on spiritual engagement, and historical figures' influence on spiritual discipline. The discussion also highlights challenges and opportunities in ministry, the impact of COVID-19 on churches, and the importance of spiritual formation and community, emphasizing the need to de-center the ego before God. Learn more about Craig Brown: https://bio.site/craigthorntonbrown Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! The conversation explores the significance of 'enjoying Jesus' in spiritual life, addressing the struggle of experiencing and expressing affection towards Jesus. It examines the balance between duty and delight in faith, the impact of the digital world on spiritual engagement, and historical figures' influence on spiritual discipline. The discussion also highlights challenges and opportunities in ministry, the impact of COVID-19 on churches, and the importance of spiritual formation and community, emphasizing the need to de-center the ego before God.


    Learn more about Craig Brown: https://bio.site/craigthorntonbrown


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    ]]>     3586 no     Is The Church A Building? with Tom Carpenter The conversation explores the church as people versus a building, highlighting homogeneous unity's impact on church planting and cross-cultural outreach. It emphasizes diversity, the role of church buildings in community, and economic exchanges fostering relationships. It reflects on challenges without a church building and the need for sustainable solutions. The discussion underscores physical spaces' importance, tangible resources, and integrating into the community for lasting impact, stressing genuine friendships over social media's limitations. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 38 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The conversation explores the church as people versus a building The conversation explores the church as people versus a building, highlighting homogeneous unity's impact on church planting and cross-cultural outreach. It emphasizes diversity, the role of church buildings in community, and economic exchanges fostering relationships. It reflects on challenges without a church building and the need for sustainable solutions. The discussion underscores physical spaces' importance, tangible resources, and integrating into the community for lasting impact, stressing genuine friendships over social media's limitations. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! The conversation explores the church as people versus a building, highlighting homogeneous unity's impact on church planting and cross-cultural outreach. It emphasizes diversity, the role of church buildings in community, and economic exchanges fostering relationships. It reflects on challenges without a church building and the need for sustainable solutions. The discussion underscores physical spaces' importance, tangible resources, and integrating into the community for lasting impact, stressing genuine friendships over social media's limitations.


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    ]]>     4052 no     The Surprising Way We Form Our Beliefs with Lisa Fields John Houmes interviews Lisa Fields on how emotions, pain, and empathy shape beliefs. Lisa explains that beliefs are influenced by experiences, not just reason. Pain reveals true beliefs and reshapes identities. She emphasizes God's transformative power and the importance of empathy and listening over forcing beliefs. Lisa also discusses fear in racial conversations and the need for self-awareness and community to overcome fears. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 37 Brad Edwards and John Houmes John Houmes interviews Lisa Fields on how emotions, pain, and empathy shape beliefs John Houmes interviews Lisa Fields on how emotions, pain, and empathy shape beliefs. Lisa explains that beliefs are influenced by experiences, not just reason. Pain reveals true beliefs and reshapes identities. She emphasizes God's transformative power and the importance of empathy and listening over forcing beliefs. Lisa also discusses fear in racial conversations and the need for self-awareness and community to overcome fears. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! John Houmes interviews Lisa Fields on how emotions, pain, and empathy shape beliefs. Lisa explains that beliefs are influenced by experiences, not just reason. Pain reveals true beliefs and reshapes identities. She emphasizes God's transformative power and the importance of empathy and listening over forcing beliefs. Lisa also discusses fear in racial conversations and the need for self-awareness and community to overcome fears.


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    ]]>     3012 no     How We're Formed By The Sexual Revolution with Glynn Harrison John Houmes and Glenn Harrison have a thought-provoking discussion about the influence of storytelling on our moral compass and how stories shape our beliefs. They talk about how we are formed by the sexual revolution and God's vision for human flourishing in regards to sexuality. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 full 36 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The influence of storytelling on our moral compass and how stories shape our beliefs John Houmes and Glenn Harrison have a thought-provoking discussion about the influence of storytelling on our moral compass and how stories shape our beliefs. They talk about how we are formed by the sexual revolution and God's vision for human flourishing in regards to sexuality. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! John Houmes and Glenn Harrison have a thought-provoking discussion about the influence of storytelling on our moral compass and how stories shape our beliefs. They talk about how we are formed by the sexual revolution and God's vision for human flourishing in regards to sexuality.


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    ]]>     3624 no     Forming Godly Men with Nancy Pearcy Nancy Pearcey discusses the concept of scripts and their role in masculine formation. She highlights the existence of competing scripts and the need to critically evaluate them. Pearcey shares sociological studies that show men have an inherent understanding of what it means to be a good man, emphasizing the importance of tapping into this knowledge. She presents positive data on Christian men, debunking negative stereotypes. Pearcey encourages the church to bring this data into the public domain and support men in their roles. The conversation explores the history of the suffrage movement and its impact on male responsibility. Finally, the discussion touches on the current cultural moment and the challenges men face in finding their footing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 22 May 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 35 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Nancy Pearcey discusses the concept of scripts and their role in masculine formation. Nancy Pearcey discusses the concept of scripts and their role in masculine formation. She highlights the existence of competing scripts and the need to critically evaluate them. Pearcey shares sociological studies that show men have an inherent understanding of what it means to be a good man, emphasizing the importance of tapping into this knowledge. She presents positive data on Christian men, debunking negative stereotypes. Pearcey encourages the church to bring this data into the public domain and support men in their roles. The conversation explores the history of the suffrage movement and its impact on male responsibility. Finally, the discussion touches on the current cultural moment and the challenges men face in finding their footing. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Nancy Pearcey discusses the concept of scripts and their role in masculine formation. She highlights the existence of competing scripts and the need to critically evaluate them. Pearcey shares sociological studies that show men have an inherent understanding of what it means to be a good man, emphasizing the importance of tapping into this knowledge. She presents positive data on Christian men, debunking negative stereotypes. Pearcey encourages the church to bring this data into the public domain and support men in their roles. The conversation explores the history of the suffrage movement and its impact on male responsibility. Finally, the discussion touches on the current cultural moment and the challenges men face in finding their footing.


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    ]]>     4398 no     Why The Church Is Declining (And How To Pastor Through It) with Michael Graham, The Great Dechurching The conversation with Michael Graham, co-author of the book 'The Great DeChurching,' explores the effects of the book on Christian culture and churches. The book challenges prevailing narratives about why people have left the church and highlights the pragmatic reasons behind dechurching. The conversation emphasizes the importance of relational risk and the need for alignment between individual Christians and church institutions. It also discusses the role of institutions in mitigating anxiety and shaping individuals. The profile of a church plant in this moment should embody a non-anxious presence, curiosity, and a focus on relational engagement. They explore the importance of embodying a gospel that is true, good, and beautiful in the context of different church profiles. It emphasizes the need for churches to communicate the shape of truth, goodness, and beauty within their institutions. The discussion also highlights the importance of building healthy churches that people want to invite their friends to. The conversation touches on the six-way fracturing of evangelicalism and the need for repentance, reform, and renewal. It concludes with a discussion on the impact of the internet and the importance of being mindful of our digital observations and information diets Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 08 May 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 34 Brad Edwards and John Houmes The conversation with Michael Graham, co-author of the book 'The Great DeChurching,' explores the effects of the book on Christian culture and churches. The conversation with Michael Graham, co-author of the book 'The Great DeChurching,' explores the effects of the book on Christian culture and churches. The book challenges prevailing narratives about why people have left the church and highlights the pragmatic reasons behind dechurching. The conversation emphasizes the importance of relational risk and the need for alignment between individual Christians and church institutions. It also discusses the role of institutions in mitigating anxiety and shaping individuals. The profile of a church plant in this moment should embody a non-anxious presence, curiosity, and a focus on relational engagement. They explore the importance of embodying a gospel that is true, good, and beautiful in the context of different church profiles. It emphasizes the need for churches to communicate the shape of truth, goodness, and beauty within their institutions. The discussion also highlights the importance of building healthy churches that people want to invite their friends to. The conversation touches on the six-way fracturing of evangelicalism and the need for repentance, reform, and renewal. It concludes with a discussion on the impact of the internet and the importance of being mindful of our digital observations and information diets Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! The conversation with Michael Graham, co-author of the book 'The Great DeChurching,' explores the effects of the book on Christian culture and churches. The book challenges prevailing narratives about why people have left the church and highlights the pragmatic reasons behind dechurching. The conversation emphasizes the importance of relational risk and the need for alignment between individual Christians and church institutions. It also discusses the role of institutions in mitigating anxiety and shaping individuals. The profile of a church plant in this moment should embody a non-anxious presence, curiosity, and a focus on relational engagement. They explore the importance of embodying a gospel that is true, good, and beautiful in the context of different church profiles. It emphasizes the need for churches to communicate the shape of truth, goodness, and beauty within their institutions. The discussion also highlights the importance of building healthy churches that people want to invite their friends to. The conversation touches on the six-way fracturing of evangelicalism and the need for repentance, reform, and renewal. It concludes with a discussion on the impact of the internet and the importance of being mindful of our digital observations and information diets


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    ]]>     4765 no     Can Deconstruction Be Spiritual Formation? with Ian Harber Many people see deconstruction as the end of faith. But what if it's a normal part of the life of faith? Is it possible for deconstruction to be a pivotal part of spiritual formation? Brad and John discuss faith deconstruction with Ian Harber, author of the forthcoming book Walking Through Deconstruction: How To Be A Companion In A Crisis of Faith. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 33 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Many people see deconstruction as the end of faith Many people see deconstruction as the end of faith. But what if it's a normal part of the life of faith? Is it possible for deconstruction to be a pivotal part of spiritual formation? Brad and John discuss faith deconstruction with Ian Harber, author of the forthcoming book Walking Through Deconstruction: How To Be A Companion In A Crisis of Faith. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Many people see deconstruction as the end of faith. But what if it's a normal part of the life of faith? Is it possible for deconstruction to be a pivotal part of spiritual formation? Brad and John discuss faith deconstruction with Ian Harber, author of the forthcoming book Walking Through Deconstruction: How To Be A Companion In A Crisis of Faith.


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    ]]>     4355 no     How Christians Are Formed By Power with Andy Crouch Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 32 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Brad and John discuss with Andy Crouch the importance of institutions and the decline of institutionalism in society. Crouch highlights the denial of power in Christian circles and the rise of social media as a counterfeit institution. The influence of social media on honor and shame dynamics is explored, as well as the loss of forgiveness and humility in society. The conversation explores the language of shame and victimhood, particularly in the context of political discussions. The cross is shown to be way out of victimhood, offering a path of forgiveness and redemption. The power of friendship and hospitality is discussed as a means of building meaningful connections and creating lasting change. Finally, the need for trust and thread to build institutions is explored, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and investment.


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    ]]>     4645 no     The Posture of Abiding with Michael Phillips Today, we continue the conversation started in our last episode (LINK) on how generational differences affect spiritual formation. This time, Brad and John are joined by Michael Phillips, the Pastor of Spiritual Formation at The Table Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Michael explains how each generation has roots in individualism and self-reliance and issues an “old” call for this “old” problem: a return to abiding in Christ. But what must one do to abide? How does it involve accepting limitations and how should the Church create opportunities for abiding to take place? What should form (and what should fall by the wayside) as we abide in Christ? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 31 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Today, we continue the conversation started in our last episode Today, we continue the conversation started in our last episode (LINK) on how generational differences affect spiritual formation. This time, Brad and John are joined by Michael Phillips, the Pastor of Spiritual Formation at The Table Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Michael explains how each generation has roots in individualism and self-reliance and issues an “old” call for this “old” problem: a return to abiding in Christ. But what must one do to abide? How does it involve accepting limitations and how should the Church create opportunities for abiding to take place? What should form (and what should fall by the wayside) as we abide in Christ? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Today, we continue the conversation started in our last episode (LINK) on how generational differences affect spiritual formation. This time, Brad and John are joined by Michael Phillips, the Pastor of Spiritual Formation at The Table Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Michael explains how each generation has roots in individualism and self-reliance and issues an “old” call for this “old” problem: a return to abiding in Christ.


    But what must one do to abide? How does it involve accepting limitations and how should the Church create opportunities for abiding to take place? What should form (and what should fall by the wayside) as we abide in Christ?


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    ]]>     3084 no     How Your Generation Spiritually Forms You Whether you're a Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z, your generation is a spiritually formative influence on your life. But how? Being aware of this is a helpful step for identifying both the sins of our generation and it's strengths as we seek to follow Jesus. In this episode, John and Brad talk through Jeanne Twenge's new book, Generations, and how generational differences spiritually form us in specific ways. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:30:00 -0000 full 30 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Whether you're a Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z, your generation is a spiritually formative influence on your life Whether you're a Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z, your generation is a spiritually formative influence on your life. But how? Being aware of this is a helpful step for identifying both the sins of our generation and it's strengths as we seek to follow Jesus. In this episode, John and Brad talk through Jeanne Twenge's new book, Generations, and how generational differences spiritually form us in specific ways. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Whether you're a Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z, your generation is a spiritually formative influence on your life. But how? Being aware of this is a helpful step for identifying both the sins of our generation and it's strengths as we seek to follow Jesus.


    In this episode, John and Brad talk through Jeanne Twenge's new book, Generations, and how generational differences spiritually form us in specific ways.


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    ]]>     2545 no     From Me to We: Understanding Collective Identity in Christ with Brad Vaughn Brad Edwards and John Houmes explore how cultural understandings of individualism and collectivism shape our identities and relationships. Guest Dr. Brad Vaughn discusses how Eastern cultures emphasize collective responsibility and interdependence versus the Western focus on individual rights and autonomy. They look at how these differing perspectives impact how we understand concepts like shame, love, and obedience in Scripture. Vaughn encourages rethinking the church's role in identity formation and articulating a gospel of mutual belonging rather than individual salvation. Edwards and Houmes wrestle with applying these insights, seeking to foster commitment over feelings and responsibility alongside rights in how we live as the people of God. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 29 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Brad Edwards and John Houmes explore how cultural understandings of individualism and collectivism shape our identities and relationships Brad Edwards and John Houmes explore how cultural understandings of individualism and collectivism shape our identities and relationships. Guest Dr. Brad Vaughn discusses how Eastern cultures emphasize collective responsibility and interdependence versus the Western focus on individual rights and autonomy. They look at how these differing perspectives impact how we understand concepts like shame, love, and obedience in Scripture. Vaughn encourages rethinking the church's role in identity formation and articulating a gospel of mutual belonging rather than individual salvation. Edwards and Houmes wrestle with applying these insights, seeking to foster commitment over feelings and responsibility alongside rights in how we live as the people of God. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Brad Edwards and John Houmes explore how cultural understandings of individualism and collectivism shape our identities and relationships. Guest Dr. Brad Vaughn discusses how Eastern cultures emphasize collective responsibility and interdependence versus the Western focus on individual rights and autonomy. They look at how these differing perspectives impact how we understand concepts like shame, love, and obedience in Scripture. Vaughn encourages rethinking the church's role in identity formation and articulating a gospel of mutual belonging rather than individual salvation. Edwards and Houmes wrestle with applying these insights, seeking to foster commitment over feelings and responsibility alongside rights in how we live as the people of God.


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    ]]>     4307 no     How History Has Formed You with Andrew Wilson We are formed by our history. Andrew Wilson helps us see how in his new book Remaking The World. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 28 Brad Edwards and John Houmes We are formed by our history We are formed by our history. Andrew Wilson helps us see how in his new book Remaking The World. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! We are formed by our history. Andrew Wilson helps us see how in his new book Remaking The World.


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    ]]>     4350 no     How The Gospel Forms You with Michael Graham John and Brad interview Mike Graham about the life and ministry of Jack Miller and the influence of his ministry through the Sonship program. The Sonship program, initially focused on leadership training, evolved into a counseling-focused program that helped individuals recover the gospel and experience transformation in their lives. Graham highlights the importance of embracing weakness as an advantage and the need for a theology of disappointment. He also addresses the different levels of legalism and the dangers of a self-reliant religion. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the centrality of the gospel and the power of grace in the Christian life. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 27 Brad Edwards and John Houmes John and Brad interview Mike Graham about the life and ministry of Jack Miller and the influence of his ministry through the Sonship program. John and Brad interview Mike Graham about the life and ministry of Jack Miller and the influence of his ministry through the Sonship program. The Sonship program, initially focused on leadership training, evolved into a counseling-focused program that helped individuals recover the gospel and experience transformation in their lives. Graham highlights the importance of embracing weakness as an advantage and the need for a theology of disappointment. He also addresses the different levels of legalism and the dangers of a self-reliant religion. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the centrality of the gospel and the power of grace in the Christian life. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! John and Brad interview Mike Graham about the life and ministry of Jack Miller and the influence of his ministry through the Sonship program. The Sonship program, initially focused on leadership training, evolved into a counseling-focused program that helped individuals recover the gospel and experience transformation in their lives. Graham highlights the importance of embracing weakness as an advantage and the need for a theology of disappointment. He also addresses the different levels of legalism and the dangers of a self-reliant religion. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the centrality of the gospel and the power of grace in the Christian life.


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    ]]>     5100 no     Ending Individualism: Identity Formation In Changing Times with Bob Thune John and Brad sit down with Bob Thune to discuss the turbulent cultural waters Christians now navigate. Bob sees expressive individualism raging through culture, accelerated by social media, eroding our identity. As liberalism drifts from God's created order, people bump into humanity's limitations. Yet constraints cultivate flourishing - if only we'd plant ourselves in place. Social media scatters communities while connecting us to everywhere and nowhere. The church's opportunity to counter rootlessness is by committing members to the pattern of Acts - the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking bread and prayers. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 26 Brad Edwards and John Houmes John and Brad sit down with Bob Thune to discuss the turbulent cultural waters Christians now navigate John and Brad sit down with Bob Thune to discuss the turbulent cultural waters Christians now navigate. Bob sees expressive individualism raging through culture, accelerated by social media, eroding our identity. As liberalism drifts from God's created order, people bump into humanity's limitations. Yet constraints cultivate flourishing - if only we'd plant ourselves in place. Social media scatters communities while connecting us to everywhere and nowhere. The church's opportunity to counter rootlessness is by committing members to the pattern of Acts - the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking bread and prayers. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! John and Brad sit down with Bob Thune to discuss the turbulent cultural waters Christians now navigate. Bob sees expressive individualism raging through culture, accelerated by social media, eroding our identity.


    As liberalism drifts from God's created order, people bump into humanity's limitations. Yet constraints cultivate flourishing - if only we'd plant ourselves in place. Social media scatters communities while connecting us to everywhere and nowhere.


    The church's opportunity to counter rootlessness is by committing members to the pattern of Acts - the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking bread and prayers.


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    ]]>     3924 no     What's Coming In Season 3 In this teaser for the upcoming third season of Post Everything, hosts John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the themes of formation and flourishing. They explore how identity is formed through both common grace and as Christians. Additionally, they examine what social formation looks like as believers seek to bear the fruit of the Spirit in various areas of life from masculinity and femininity to civic and political involvement. Houmes and Edwards also consider the topic of spiritual formation, questioning how discipleship has been impacted by individualism. Furthermore, they discuss what it means to be part of the body and bride of Christ and experience spiritual formation. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 25 Brad Edwards and John Houmes In this teaser for the upcoming third season of Post Everything, hosts John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the themes of formation and flourishing In this teaser for the upcoming third season of Post Everything, hosts John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the themes of formation and flourishing. They explore how identity is formed through both common grace and as Christians. Additionally, they examine what social formation looks like as believers seek to bear the fruit of the Spirit in various areas of life from masculinity and femininity to civic and political involvement. Houmes and Edwards also consider the topic of spiritual formation, questioning how discipleship has been impacted by individualism. Furthermore, they discuss what it means to be part of the body and bride of Christ and experience spiritual formation. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! In this teaser for the upcoming third season of Post Everything, hosts John Houmes and Brad Edwards discuss the themes of formation and flourishing. They explore how identity is formed through both common grace and as Christians. Additionally, they examine what social formation looks like as believers seek to bear the fruit of the Spirit in various areas of life from masculinity and femininity to civic and political involvement. Houmes and Edwards also consider the topic of spiritual formation, questioning how discipleship has been impacted by individualism. Furthermore, they discuss what it means to be part of the body and bride of Christ and experience spiritual formation.


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    ]]>     2079 no     How Anxiety Deforms Us On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0000 full 24 Brad Edwards and John Houmes ohn Houmes and Brad Edwards reflect on what they have learned over the season about artificial intelligence On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! On this episode, join Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and guest Steve Cuss who shares about his personal journey of understanding anxiety from a systems perspective. He discusses how recognizing his own anxiety patterns and the false beliefs that fueled them helped him lead with less reactivity. Steve also touches on how admitting mistakes publicly freed him to be human with his community and built trust. You'll learn about the importance he places on prioritizing community care over being the sole caregiver, and how that empowered others in his church to support one another through challenging seasons. It's a thoughtful discussion around managing anxiety from the inside out in order to better shepherd God's people.


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


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    ]]>     4871 no     Questions Pastors *Must* Ask About AI and Discipleship This episode wraps up season two of the PostEverything podcast. John Houmes and Brad Edwards reflect on what they have learned over the season about artificial intelligence. Brad talks about the importance of thinking critically about AI and viewing technology as having a formative influence on people, rather than just seeing it as a neutral tool. They discuss different postures people can take toward technology, such as determinism, which sees technology as determining outcomes, and pragmatism, which views technology as something people can control and shape to their ends. Going forward in season three, Houmes and Edwards plan to explore the topic of "formation" - how people are shaped and develop maturity - looking at areas like institutions, gender roles, faith, politics, and more. The goal is to bounce around different topics relating to how formation happens in various areas of life. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 20 Dec 2023 10:30:00 -0000 full 23 Brad Edwards and John Houmes This episode wraps up season two of the PostEverything podcast This episode wraps up season two of the PostEverything podcast. John Houmes and Brad Edwards reflect on what they have learned over the season about artificial intelligence. Brad talks about the importance of thinking critically about AI and viewing technology as having a formative influence on people, rather than just seeing it as a neutral tool. They discuss different postures people can take toward technology, such as determinism, which sees technology as determining outcomes, and pragmatism, which views technology as something people can control and shape to their ends. Going forward in season three, Houmes and Edwards plan to explore the topic of "formation" - how people are shaped and develop maturity - looking at areas like institutions, gender roles, faith, politics, and more. The goal is to bounce around different topics relating to how formation happens in various areas of life. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! This episode wraps up season two of the PostEverything podcast. John Houmes and Brad Edwards reflect on what they have learned over the season about artificial intelligence. Brad talks about the importance of thinking critically about AI and viewing technology as having a formative influence on people, rather than just seeing it as a neutral tool. They discuss different postures people can take toward technology, such as determinism, which sees technology as determining outcomes, and pragmatism, which views technology as something people can control and shape to their ends. Going forward in season three, Houmes and Edwards plan to explore the topic of "formation" - how people are shaped and develop maturity - looking at areas like institutions, gender roles, faith, politics, and more. The goal is to bounce around different topics relating to how formation happens in various areas of life.


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    ]]>     2111 no     Should Pastors Use AI? with Michael Whittle, PulpitAI In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of technology and theology with Michael Whittle, exploring the innovative tool, PulpitAI. This generative AI-based tool is not just a technological marvel but a pastoral assistant, enabling pastors to upload sermon audio and transform it into various content forms like devotionals, Bible reading plans, and discussion questions.  Michael shares the foundational philosophy of PulpitAI, emphasizing that it's "AI-generated, but human perfected," assisting pastors to transcend the blank page and create content that resonates with and disciples their congregation. The conversation navigates through the turbulent waters of content creation in a digital age, addressing the challenges pastors face in a culture saturated with competing voices and content.  We reflect on the crucial role of local church pastors in shaping and discipling their congregations amidst the digital noise, underscoring the importance of maintaining theological and doctrinal integrity in AI-assisted content creation. The episode also peeks into the future, exploring the potential of creating theological and denominational personas within AI, ensuring that the technology serves the message and not the other way around.  Join us as we explore the possibilities, challenges, and future of employing AI in pastoral work, ensuring that the message of the local church not only competes but thrives in the digital arena. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:30:00 -0000 full 22 Brad Edwards and John Houmes In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of technology and theology with Michael Whittle In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of technology and theology with Michael Whittle, exploring the innovative tool, PulpitAI. This generative AI-based tool is not just a technological marvel but a pastoral assistant, enabling pastors to upload sermon audio and transform it into various content forms like devotionals, Bible reading plans, and discussion questions.  Michael shares the foundational philosophy of PulpitAI, emphasizing that it's "AI-generated, but human perfected," assisting pastors to transcend the blank page and create content that resonates with and disciples their congregation. The conversation navigates through the turbulent waters of content creation in a digital age, addressing the challenges pastors face in a culture saturated with competing voices and content.  We reflect on the crucial role of local church pastors in shaping and discipling their congregations amidst the digital noise, underscoring the importance of maintaining theological and doctrinal integrity in AI-assisted content creation. The episode also peeks into the future, exploring the potential of creating theological and denominational personas within AI, ensuring that the technology serves the message and not the other way around.  Join us as we explore the possibilities, challenges, and future of employing AI in pastoral work, ensuring that the message of the local church not only competes but thrives in the digital arena. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of technology and theology with Michael Whittle, exploring the innovative tool, PulpitAI. This generative AI-based tool is not just a technological marvel but a pastoral assistant, enabling pastors to upload sermon audio and transform it into various content forms like devotionals, Bible reading plans, and discussion questions. 


    Michael shares the foundational philosophy of PulpitAI, emphasizing that it's "AI-generated, but human perfected," assisting pastors to transcend the blank page and create content that resonates with and disciples their congregation. The conversation navigates through the turbulent waters of content creation in a digital age, addressing the challenges pastors face in a culture saturated with competing voices and content. 


    We reflect on the crucial role of local church pastors in shaping and discipling their congregations amidst the digital noise, underscoring the importance of maintaining theological and doctrinal integrity in AI-assisted content creation. The episode also peeks into the future, exploring the potential of creating theological and denominational personas within AI, ensuring that the technology serves the message and not the other way around. 


    Join us as we explore the possibilities, challenges, and future of employing AI in pastoral work, ensuring that the message of the local church not only competes but thrives in the digital arena.


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    ]]>     3340 no     It All Comes Back To Institutions with Jonathan Rausch Join hosts Brad Edwards and John Houmes on the PostEverything podcast as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Jonathan Rauch, author of "The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth." Rauch sheds light on the current epistemological crisis, addressing issues such as cancel culture, thought policing, and the spread of disinformation. He emphasizes the importance of a reality-based community and the need for institutions grounded in truth. The conversation explores the challenges faced by churches and society as a whole, where subjective experiences often overshadow objective facts. Rauch raises questions about the erosion of trust in institutions and the rise of conspiracy theories. This episode provides valuable insights into the nature of truth and the impact of the epistemological crisis on our democracy. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:30:00 -0000 full 21 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Join hosts Brad Edwards and John Houmes on the PostEverything podcast as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Jonathan Rauch, author of "The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth." Join hosts Brad Edwards and John Houmes on the PostEverything podcast as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Jonathan Rauch, author of "The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth." Rauch sheds light on the current epistemological crisis, addressing issues such as cancel culture, thought policing, and the spread of disinformation. He emphasizes the importance of a reality-based community and the need for institutions grounded in truth. The conversation explores the challenges faced by churches and society as a whole, where subjective experiences often overshadow objective facts. Rauch raises questions about the erosion of trust in institutions and the rise of conspiracy theories. This episode provides valuable insights into the nature of truth and the impact of the epistemological crisis on our democracy. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Join hosts Brad Edwards and John Houmes on the PostEverything podcast as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Jonathan Rauch, author of "The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth." Rauch sheds light on the current epistemological crisis, addressing issues such as cancel culture, thought policing, and the spread of disinformation. He emphasizes the importance of a reality-based community and the need for institutions grounded in truth.


    The conversation explores the challenges faced by churches and society as a whole, where subjective experiences often overshadow objective facts. Rauch raises questions about the erosion of trust in institutions and the rise of conspiracy theories. This episode provides valuable insights into the nature of truth and the impact of the epistemological crisis on our democracy.


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    ]]>     4807 no     Outsourcing Virtue To Uncaring Algorithms with Michael Sacasas In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth. The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues. L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:30:00 -0000 full 20 Brad Edwards and John Houmes In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth. The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues. L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! In this episode, Brad Edwards, John Houmes, and our guest Michael Sacasas explore the complex issues surrounding the outsourcing of virtue in the age of social media. We delve into the challenges of moderating content on online platforms and the blurred boundaries of free speech. Drawing parallels to historical and bureaucratic settings, we discuss the difficulties of governing large communities.


    Throughout the conversation, we discuss the consequences of relying on algorithms and the impact on individual judgment and responsibility. We highlight the overwhelming abundance of information in the digital media landscape, the shift from a narrative experience to a database experience, and the importance of media literacy in navigating conflicting opinions and finding the truth.


    The discussion also touches on the pressure to speak on social media, the use of emotionally charged language for attention, and the tendency to default to tribal thinking. We emphasize the need for critical thinking, patience, and humility when encountering these complex issues.


    L. M. Sacasas is associate director of the Christian Study Center of Gainesville, Florida and author of The Convivial Society, a newsletter about technology and society.


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    ]]>     4468 no     Is A Robot A "Person"? with Joshua K. Smith In Robot Theology: Old Questions Through New Media, Joshua K. Smith doesn't so much as explain as demonstrate just how unprepared and unaccustomed to thinking Christianly about technology as a whole, and especially about Artificial Intelligence. How do we approach technology more like Imago Dei stewards than uncritical consumers? What difference does it make to ask not just how something was designed, but why? What are the policy ramifications, never mind the spiritual implications for human individuals and society? Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about Social Robots, Battle Bots, Brad's toaster , and the (surprisingly) complex ethics of both creating and using AI with one of the field's preeminent advocates.Josh serves as the Senior Pastor of a Southern Baptist Church in Mississippi, and holds a B.A. in Religion from William Carey University, an M.T.S from Gateway Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. His dissertation focused on a critique of Robotic Futurism and the potential of Dehumanization. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Robotic Persons: Our Future with Social Robots (BOOK) Violent Tech: A Philosophical and Theological Reflection (WEB) Author's Website Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 19 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about Social Robots, Battle Bots, Brad's toaster In Robot Theology: Old Questions Through New Media, Joshua K. Smith doesn't so much as explain as demonstrate just how unprepared and unaccustomed to thinking Christianly about technology as a whole, and especially about Artificial Intelligence. How do we approach technology more like Imago Dei stewards than uncritical consumers? What difference does it make to ask not just how something was designed, but why? What are the policy ramifications, never mind the spiritual implications for human individuals and society? Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about Social Robots, Battle Bots, Brad's toaster , and the (surprisingly) complex ethics of both creating and using AI with one of the field's preeminent advocates.Josh serves as the Senior Pastor of a Southern Baptist Church in Mississippi, and holds a B.A. in Religion from William Carey University, an M.T.S from Gateway Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. His dissertation focused on a critique of Robotic Futurism and the potential of Dehumanization. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Robotic Persons: Our Future with Social Robots (BOOK) Violent Tech: A Philosophical and Theological Reflection (WEB) Author's Website In Robot Theology: Old Questions Through New Media, Joshua K. Smith doesn't so much as explain as demonstrate just how unprepared and unaccustomed to thinking Christianly about technology as a whole, and especially about Artificial Intelligence. How do we approach technology more like Imago Dei stewards than uncritical consumers? What difference does it make to ask not just how something was designed, but why? What are the policy ramifications, never mind the spiritual implications for human individuals and society?


    Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about Social Robots, Battle Bots, Brad's toaster


    , and the (surprisingly) complex ethics of both creating and using AI with one of the field's preeminent advocates.Josh serves as the Senior Pastor of a Southern Baptist Church in Mississippi, and holds a B.A. in Religion from William Carey University, an M.T.S from Gateway Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. His dissertation focused on a critique of Robotic Futurism and the potential of Dehumanization.


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    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) Robotic Persons: Our Future with Social Robots

    (BOOK) Violent Tech: A Philosophical and Theological Reflection

    (WEB) Author's Website

    ]]>     3680 no     Your Guru Doesn't Love You with Helen Lewis Helen Lewis is a staff writer at The Atlantic, the author of both Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights and The Selfish Genius (coming 2023). As the host of the BBC Radio 4’s The Spark, The Church of Social Justice, and (our favorite) The New Gurus, few journalists have a more consistent track record in asking hard, vulnerable questions about the beliefs and values of their own tribe. As an atheist brought up in the Catholic Church, she's especially interested in exploring how otherwise secular beliefs are nevertheless functioning like a religion the less religious we become. And she is positively fearless in following wherever that question leads. Join us for wide-ranging discussion about how our (increasingly desperate) search for meaning is leading us everywhere from "White Women's Tears" and Gigachads to Productivity idols and - yes - Artificial Intelligence. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (PODCAST) The New Gurus (AUDIO) The Church of Social Justice (SUBSTACK) The Bluestocking Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 18 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Helen Lewis is a staff writer at The Atlantic Helen Lewis is a staff writer at The Atlantic, the author of both Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights and The Selfish Genius (coming 2023). As the host of the BBC Radio 4’s The Spark, The Church of Social Justice, and (our favorite) The New Gurus, few journalists have a more consistent track record in asking hard, vulnerable questions about the beliefs and values of their own tribe. As an atheist brought up in the Catholic Church, she's especially interested in exploring how otherwise secular beliefs are nevertheless functioning like a religion the less religious we become. And she is positively fearless in following wherever that question leads. Join us for wide-ranging discussion about how our (increasingly desperate) search for meaning is leading us everywhere from "White Women's Tears" and Gigachads to Productivity idols and - yes - Artificial Intelligence. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (PODCAST) The New Gurus (AUDIO) The Church of Social Justice (SUBSTACK) The Bluestocking Helen Lewis is a staff writer at The Atlantic, the author of both Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights and The Selfish Genius (coming 2023). As the host of the BBC Radio 4’s The Spark, The Church of Social Justice, and (our favorite) The New Gurus, few journalists have a more consistent track record in asking hard, vulnerable questions about the beliefs and values of their own tribe. As an atheist brought up in the Catholic Church, she's especially interested in exploring how otherwise secular beliefs are nevertheless functioning like a religion the less religious we become. And she is positively fearless in following wherever that question leads.

    Join us for wide-ranging discussion about how our (increasingly desperate) search for meaning is leading us everywhere from "White Women's Tears" and Gigachads to Productivity idols and - yes - Artificial Intelligence.

    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏

    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!

    RESOURCES

    (PODCAST) The New Gurus

    (AUDIO) The Church of Social Justice

    (SUBSTACK) The Bluestocking

    ]]>     4177 no     Being Human In A Robot World with Jason Thacker Jason Thacker was thinking, writing, and speaking about AI before it was cool - and long before the most recent “hype cycle.” His first book, The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity, tackled the theological, ethical, and anthropological dimensions of technology in general, and AI specifically. And as you will no doubt be able to tell from our conversation, he’s more than an expert or an ethicist - he is a teacher and a disciple who’s love for and hope in Jesus is only more magnified by the technological challenges of our liminal age. Jason is the assistant professor of philosophy and ethics at Boyce College and a research fellow in Christian ethics at The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. His work has been featured at Christianity Today, World Magazine, The Week, Slate, USA Today, Politico, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God. He is the author of several books, including Following Jesus in a Digital Age and The Digital Public Square.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter (X?), Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (ARTICLE) Why the Christian Ethic isn't simply about rules Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 17 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Jason Thacker was thinking, writing, and speaking about AI before it was cool Jason Thacker was thinking, writing, and speaking about AI before it was cool - and long before the most recent “hype cycle.” His first book, The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity, tackled the theological, ethical, and anthropological dimensions of technology in general, and AI specifically. And as you will no doubt be able to tell from our conversation, he’s more than an expert or an ethicist - he is a teacher and a disciple who’s love for and hope in Jesus is only more magnified by the technological challenges of our liminal age. Jason is the assistant professor of philosophy and ethics at Boyce College and a research fellow in Christian ethics at The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. His work has been featured at Christianity Today, World Magazine, The Week, Slate, USA Today, Politico, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God. He is the author of several books, including Following Jesus in a Digital Age and The Digital Public Square.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter (X?), Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (ARTICLE) Why the Christian Ethic isn't simply about rules Jason Thacker was thinking, writing, and speaking about AI before it was cool - and long before the most recent “hype cycle.” His first book, The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity, tackled the theological, ethical, and anthropological dimensions of technology in general, and AI specifically. And as you will no doubt be able to tell from our conversation, he’s more than an expert or an ethicist - he is a teacher and a disciple who’s love for and hope in Jesus is only more magnified by the technological challenges of our liminal age.

    Jason is the assistant professor of philosophy and ethics at Boyce College and a research fellow in Christian ethics at The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. His work has been featured at Christianity Today, World Magazine, The Week, Slate, USA Today, Politico, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God. He is the author of several books, including Following Jesus in a Digital Age and The Digital Public Square. 

    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏

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    (ARTICLE) Why the Christian Ethic isn't simply about rules

    ]]>     4574 no     The Robot Revolution Is Starting Now with Peter Singer Peter Warren Singer is the Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and Founder & Managing Partner at Useful Fiction LLC. He previously was a Senior Fellow and Director of the Center for 21st Century Security and Intelligence at the Brookings Institution, and was named by the Wall Street Journal as “the premier futurist in the national-security environment." While that's quite the real-world résumé, we wanted to talk to him about science fiction...  Specifically, Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution, the near-future science fiction novel he coathored with August Cole to stretch the imaginations of National Security, Intelligence, and State Department professionals needing better conceptual handholds for grasping AI's potential to reshape... well... all of human society.  Oh, and did we mention he's also an actual, real-life "Mad Scientist?" Join us for a very imagination-stretching conversation about the potential near-future challenges, opportunities, and yes, dangers posed by Artificial Intelligence.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution (WEB) Official Website (LLC) Useful Fiction (THINK TANK) New America's Cyber Citizenship Initiative Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 16 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Peter Warren Singer is the Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and Founder & Managing Partner at Useful Fiction LLC Peter Warren Singer is the Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and Founder & Managing Partner at Useful Fiction LLC. He previously was a Senior Fellow and Director of the Center for 21st Century Security and Intelligence at the Brookings Institution, and was named by the Wall Street Journal as “the premier futurist in the national-security environment." While that's quite the real-world résumé, we wanted to talk to him about science fiction...  Specifically, Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution, the near-future science fiction novel he coathored with August Cole to stretch the imaginations of National Security, Intelligence, and State Department professionals needing better conceptual handholds for grasping AI's potential to reshape... well... all of human society.  Oh, and did we mention he's also an actual, real-life "Mad Scientist?" Join us for a very imagination-stretching conversation about the potential near-future challenges, opportunities, and yes, dangers posed by Artificial Intelligence.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution (WEB) Official Website (LLC) Useful Fiction (THINK TANK) New America's Cyber Citizenship Initiative Peter Warren Singer is the Strategist and Senior Fellow at New America, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and Founder & Managing Partner at Useful Fiction LLC. He previously was a Senior Fellow and Director of the Center for 21st Century Security and Intelligence at the Brookings Institution, and was named by the Wall Street Journal as “the premier futurist in the national-security environment." While that's quite the real-world résumé, we wanted to talk to him about science fiction... 


    Specifically, Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution, the near-future science fiction novel he coathored with August Cole to stretch the imaginations of National Security, Intelligence, and State Department professionals needing better conceptual handholds for grasping AI's potential to reshape... well... all of human society. 


    Oh, and did we mention he's also an actual, real-life "Mad Scientist?"


    Join us for a very imagination-stretching conversation about the potential near-future challenges, opportunities, and yes, dangers posed by Artificial Intelligence. 


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏

    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) Burn-In: The Real Robotic Revolution

    (WEB) Official Website

    (LLC) Useful Fiction

    (THINK TANK) New America's Cyber Citizenship Initiative

    ]]>     4003 no     AI from a Design Perspective w/Danny Rankin Danny Rankin is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of several: he served for 6 years in US military (cryptologic farsi linguist & US Air Force Band), invented and designed one of Kickstarter’s most popular projects in 2017 (a cooperative card game called “Ravine”), and graced the stage with his (hilarious) talk at TEDx Mile High on "the art of counterfeit design." As an instructor at the University of Colorado's ATLAS Institute (an institute for radical creativity and design innovation for both engineering and the arts), Danny has been working through the interdisciplinary pros/cons of AI and its various implications for educational institutions before it was cool. Join us as Danny helps us understand what is even meant by "AI" right now, how it may or may not impact society as a "Novel Technology," and otherwise explore how to think well about Artificial Intelligence and the Imago Dei! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (ARTICLE) Speculative Design and a Cone of Possibilities (PODCAST) Synthetic Humanity: AI & What's At Stake (VIDEO) The Art of Counterfeit Design Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 15 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Danny Rankin is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of several Danny Rankin is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of several: he served for 6 years in US military (cryptologic farsi linguist & US Air Force Band), invented and designed one of Kickstarter’s most popular projects in 2017 (a cooperative card game called “Ravine”), and graced the stage with his (hilarious) talk at TEDx Mile High on "the art of counterfeit design." As an instructor at the University of Colorado's ATLAS Institute (an institute for radical creativity and design innovation for both engineering and the arts), Danny has been working through the interdisciplinary pros/cons of AI and its various implications for educational institutions before it was cool. Join us as Danny helps us understand what is even meant by "AI" right now, how it may or may not impact society as a "Novel Technology," and otherwise explore how to think well about Artificial Intelligence and the Imago Dei! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (ARTICLE) Speculative Design and a Cone of Possibilities (PODCAST) Synthetic Humanity: AI & What's At Stake (VIDEO) The Art of Counterfeit Design Danny Rankin is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of several: he served for 6 years in US military (cryptologic farsi linguist & US Air Force Band), invented and designed one of Kickstarter’s most popular projects in 2017 (a cooperative card game called “Ravine”), and graced the stage with his (hilarious) talk at TEDx Mile High

    on "the art of counterfeit design." As an instructor at the University of Colorado's ATLAS Institute (an institute for radical creativity and design innovation for both engineering and the arts), Danny has been working through the interdisciplinary pros/cons of AI and its various implications for educational institutions before it was cool.

    Join us as Danny helps us understand what is even meant by "AI" right now, how it may or may not impact society as a "Novel Technology," and otherwise explore how to think well about Artificial Intelligence and the Imago Dei!

    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏

    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!

    RESOURCES

    (ARTICLE) Speculative Design and a Cone of Possibilities

    (PODCAST) Synthetic Humanity: AI & What's At Stake

    (VIDEO) The Art of Counterfeit Design


    ]]>     4809 no     (INTRO) Season 2: AI & The Imago Dei Season 2 is officially HERE. As two pastors with zero combined experience using technology more advanced than a fancy microwave, we decided it would be only natural to dedicate an entire season to ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. And by "we," we mean "Brad." John was ALSO (very) skeptical at first, so we couldn't think of a better introduction to Season 2 than to force Brad to make the case for how this quixotic idea could possibly be within the scope of "remapping culture and rethinking leadership for a liminal age." It turns out that digging into AI and all it's implications holds at least as much promise for deeper understanding of what it means to be HUMAN as it does potential for profound societal DISRUPTION. Welcome back to our Liminal Age and let the "Skynet" jokes commence! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (NYT) A Valentine's Day Conversation with Bing's Chatbot by Kevin Roose (NYT) A Wellness Chatbot is Offline After a 'Harmful' Focus on Weight Loss  (PODCAST) “The Quiet Catastrophe Brewing in Our Social Lives” with Ezra Klein  Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 13 Brad Edwards and John Houmes As two pastors with zero combined experience using technology more advanced than a fancy microwave, we decided it would be only natural to dedicate an entire season to ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Season 2 is officially HERE. As two pastors with zero combined experience using technology more advanced than a fancy microwave, we decided it would be only natural to dedicate an entire season to ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. And by "we," we mean "Brad." John was ALSO (very) skeptical at first, so we couldn't think of a better introduction to Season 2 than to force Brad to make the case for how this quixotic idea could possibly be within the scope of "remapping culture and rethinking leadership for a liminal age." It turns out that digging into AI and all it's implications holds at least as much promise for deeper understanding of what it means to be HUMAN as it does potential for profound societal DISRUPTION. Welcome back to our Liminal Age and let the "Skynet" jokes commence! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (NYT) A Valentine's Day Conversation with Bing's Chatbot by Kevin Roose (NYT) A Wellness Chatbot is Offline After a 'Harmful' Focus on Weight Loss  (PODCAST) “The Quiet Catastrophe Brewing in Our Social Lives” with Ezra Klein  Season 2 is officially HERE. As two pastors with zero combined experience using technology more advanced than a fancy microwave, we decided it would be only natural to dedicate an entire season to ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.


    And by "we," we mean "Brad."


    John was ALSO (very) skeptical at first, so we couldn't think of a better introduction to Season 2 than to force Brad to make the case for how this quixotic idea could possibly be within the scope of "remapping culture and rethinking leadership for a liminal age." It turns out that digging into AI and all it's implications holds at least as much promise for deeper understanding of what it means to be HUMAN as it does potential for profound societal DISRUPTION.


    Welcome back to our Liminal Age and let the "Skynet" jokes commence!


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏

    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    RESOURCES

    (NYT) A Valentine's Day Conversation with Bing's Chatbot by Kevin Roose

    (NYT) A Wellness Chatbot is Offline After a 'Harmful' Focus on Weight Loss 

    (PODCAST) “The Quiet Catastrophe Brewing in Our Social Lives” with Ezra Klein 

    ]]>     1299 no     BONUS EPISODE: GREENHOUSE INSTITUTIONS vs SYSTEMIC INDIVIDUALISM Western culture has long celebrated the individual. But the global pandemic accelerated the pervasiveness of individualism within our long-held institutions, like churches. This has led to an incredible burden on individuals to make meaning and a deepening polarization of tribes. In other words, it’s not good. In March 2022, Brad Edwards gave a talk called “PLANTING CHURCHES THAT FUNCTION AS GREENHOUSE INSTITUTIONS” at the Spanish River Church Planting Conference.  In his talk, Brad diagnoses the warning signs of individualism solidifying in our culture and churches, and offers three mindset shifts for planting churches (and growing institutions) that grow people out of individualism, rather than further solidifying them in it. RESOURCES: The Patient Ferment of the Early Church: The Improbable Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, by Alan Kreider Panel: Al Barth – Director of Church Planting at SRC David Cassidy – Lead Pastor at SRC Rick Hunter – Director of City Church Project Moussa Intiga – Lead pastor at Christ Central Church in Soweto, South Africa Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 13 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Western culture has long celebrated the individual. Western culture has long celebrated the individual. But the global pandemic accelerated the pervasiveness of individualism within our long-held institutions, like churches. This has led to an incredible burden on individuals to make meaning and a deepening polarization of tribes. In other words, it’s not good. In March 2022, Brad Edwards gave a talk called “PLANTING CHURCHES THAT FUNCTION AS GREENHOUSE INSTITUTIONS” at the Spanish River Church Planting Conference.  In his talk, Brad diagnoses the warning signs of individualism solidifying in our culture and churches, and offers three mindset shifts for planting churches (and growing institutions) that grow people out of individualism, rather than further solidifying them in it. RESOURCES: The Patient Ferment of the Early Church: The Improbable Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, by Alan Kreider Panel: Al Barth – Director of Church Planting at SRC David Cassidy – Lead Pastor at SRC Rick Hunter – Director of City Church Project Moussa Intiga – Lead pastor at Christ Central Church in Soweto, South Africa Western culture has long celebrated the individual. But the global pandemic accelerated the pervasiveness of individualism within our long-held institutions, like churches. This has led to an incredible burden on individuals to make meaning and a deepening polarization of tribes. In other words, it’s not good.

    In March 2022, Brad Edwards gave a talk called “PLANTING CHURCHES THAT FUNCTION AS GREENHOUSE INSTITUTIONS” at the Spanish River Church Planting Conference. 


    In his talk, Brad diagnoses the warning signs of individualism solidifying in our culture and churches, and offers three mindset shifts for planting churches (and growing institutions) that grow people out of individualism, rather than further solidifying them in it.


    RESOURCES:

    The Patient Ferment of the Early Church: The Improbable Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, by Alan Kreider

    Panel:

    Al Barth – Director of Church Planting at SRC

    David Cassidy – Lead Pastor at SRC

    Rick Hunter – Director of City Church Project

    Moussa Intiga – Lead pastor at Christ Central Church in Soweto, South Africa

    ]]>     3760 no     Season 1 Q&A: All Things Liminal Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Why Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back? by Mike Graham & Jim Davis (NYT) Does the U.S. Government Want You to Believe in UFOs? by Ross Douthat Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 12 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Why Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back? by Mike Graham & Jim Davis (NYT) Does the U.S. Government Want You to Believe in UFOs? by Ross Douthat Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Why Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back? by Mike Graham & Jim Davis


    (NYT) Does the U.S. Government Want You to Believe in UFOs? by Ross Douthat

    ]]>     5009 no     Embracing Mutual Responsibility w/George Yancey Dr. George Yancey is a sociologist and professor of sociology at Baylor University. His 2006 book, Beyond Racial Gridlock, introduced a model for race relations beyond the false dichotomy of colorblindness and anti-racism. When George Floyd's death sparked a resurgence of interest in his model, Dr. Yancey developed it even further with Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism. His work is a robustly researched vision of race relations beautifully charts a path toward unity in a radically polarized world. Join us as Dr. Yancey walks us through what it means to reject coercion, listen well, and lead adaptively in an age eager to fight for rights and avoid responsibility! Was this episode helpful or encouraging? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Beyond Racial Gridlock: Embracing Mutual Responsibility (BOOK) Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 11 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Join us as Dr. Yancey walks us through what it means to reject coercion, listen well, and lead adaptively in an age eager to fight for rights and avoid responsibility Dr. George Yancey is a sociologist and professor of sociology at Baylor University. His 2006 book, Beyond Racial Gridlock, introduced a model for race relations beyond the false dichotomy of colorblindness and anti-racism. When George Floyd's death sparked a resurgence of interest in his model, Dr. Yancey developed it even further with Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism. His work is a robustly researched vision of race relations beautifully charts a path toward unity in a radically polarized world. Join us as Dr. Yancey walks us through what it means to reject coercion, listen well, and lead adaptively in an age eager to fight for rights and avoid responsibility! Was this episode helpful or encouraging? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Beyond Racial Gridlock: Embracing Mutual Responsibility (BOOK) Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism Dr. George Yancey is a sociologist and professor of sociology at Baylor University. His 2006 book, Beyond Racial Gridlock, introduced a model for race relations beyond the false dichotomy of colorblindness and anti-racism. When George Floyd's death sparked a resurgence of interest in his model, Dr. Yancey developed it even further with Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism. His work is a robustly researched vision of race relations beautifully charts a path toward unity in a radically polarized world.


    Join us as Dr. Yancey walks us through what it means to reject coercion, listen well, and lead adaptively in an age eager to fight for rights and avoid responsibility!


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) Beyond Racial Gridlock: Embracing Mutual Responsibility

    (BOOK) Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism

    ]]>     4154 no     Canoeing the Mtns w/Tod Bolsinger There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership." Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps... Do you have any questions after listening to Season 1? Tell us HERE. Keep tuning in and we'll answer these in a future episode! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 10 Brad Edwards and John Houmes There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership." Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps... Do you have any questions after listening to Season 1? Tell us HERE. Keep tuning in and we'll answer these in a future episode! Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! RESOURCES (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger There are few voices on leadership with as consistent of a track record in anticipating needed shifts in our approach to leadership as Dr. Tod Bolsinger. As the author of multiple books (including one we've referenced heavily - "Canoeing the Mountains") and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary, he brings a rare combination of academic depth and practical breadth to "rethinking leadership."


    Listen in as we pick his brain on everything from the need for institutions to adapt, the uselessness of "casting vision" in a liminal age, and how to know when we need "build greenhouses" or "burn our canoes" to draw new mental maps...


    Do you have any questions after listening to Season 1? Tell us HERE. Keep tuning in and we'll answer these in a future episode!


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    RESOURCES

    (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger


    (BOOK) Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger

    ]]>     3980 no     Rethinking Leadership (Part 3): Thriving as Leaders If Part 2 felt heavy... good. That means you're feeling the weight of what it is leaders are called to. It's not for the faint of heart! Here's the good news: Part 3 is all about moving from surviving to thriving. It's all about giving up on being SUPER-human in order to become FULLY human. Thankfully, that's not only possible, it's promised.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 9 Brad Edwards and John Houmes If Part 2 felt heavy... good. That means you're feeling the weight of what it is leaders are called to. It's not for the faint of heart! If Part 2 felt heavy... good. That means you're feeling the weight of what it is leaders are called to. It's not for the faint of heart! Here's the good news: Part 3 is all about moving from surviving to thriving. It's all about giving up on being SUPER-human in order to become FULLY human. Thankfully, that's not only possible, it's promised.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger If Part 2 felt heavy... good. That means you're feeling the weight of what it is leaders are called to. It's not for the faint of heart!


    Here's the good news: Part 3 is all about moving from surviving to thriving. It's all about giving up on being SUPER-human in order to become FULLY human. Thankfully, that's not only possible, it's promised. 


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources

    (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy


    (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders


    (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger

    ]]>     2942 no     Rethinking Leadership (Part 2): The Goal of Leadership Adaptive Leadership essentially means having an Institutional Mindset - seeing your role and responsibility as cultivating environments and communities where technical and adaptive growth happens. In other words, leaders build GREENHOUSES. Unfortunately, "building greenhouses" is far from safe. It requires pruning and pruning invites sabotage. According to Tod Bolsinger, "Acts of sabotage are not the bad things that evil people do to stop good being done in the world. Acts of sabotage are the human things that anxious people do because they fear they are losing what little good is left in the world." (from Tempered Resilience) So if leaders should expect change to be dangerous, how do we respond in the moment? How do we SURVIVE leadership? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger Wed, 31 May 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 8 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Adaptive Leadership essentially means having an Institutional Mindset - seeing your role and responsibility as cultivating environments and communities where technical and adaptive growth happens. Adaptive Leadership essentially means having an Institutional Mindset - seeing your role and responsibility as cultivating environments and communities where technical and adaptive growth happens. In other words, leaders build GREENHOUSES. Unfortunately, "building greenhouses" is far from safe. It requires pruning and pruning invites sabotage. According to Tod Bolsinger, "Acts of sabotage are not the bad things that evil people do to stop good being done in the world. Acts of sabotage are the human things that anxious people do because they fear they are losing what little good is left in the world." (from Tempered Resilience) So if leaders should expect change to be dangerous, how do we respond in the moment? How do we SURVIVE leadership? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger Adaptive Leadership essentially means having an Institutional Mindset - seeing your role and responsibility as cultivating environments and communities where technical and adaptive growth happens. In other words, leaders build GREENHOUSES.


    Unfortunately, "building greenhouses" is far from safe. It requires pruning and pruning invites sabotage. According to Tod Bolsinger, "Acts of sabotage are not the bad things that evil people do to stop good being done in the world. Acts of sabotage are the human things that anxious people do because they fear they are losing what little good is left in the world." (from Tempered Resilience)


    So if leaders should expect change to be dangerous, how do we respond in the moment? How do we SURVIVE leadership?


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources

    (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy


    (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders


    (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger

    ]]>     2661 no     Rethinking Leadership (Part 1): Principles of Adaptive Leadership If Leadership is "the art of disappointing people at a rate they can handle" (John Ortberg), then how do we think about leadership when everyone's starting point is disappointment? Because "life in a liminal age" is one of unpredictability, disappointment will be far more normative right when we feel far less able to handle it.  How then, do we rethink leadership in a Liminal Age? While there is no quick fix or silver bullet, there absolutely is a framework to help us navigate challenges and opportunities with clarity and wisdom. Whether you're trying to lead a team, organization, your family, or just yourself, these principles of "Adaptive Leadership" are as timely as it is timeless.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger Wed, 17 May 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 7 Brad Edwards and John Houmes If Leadership is "the art of disappointing people at a rate they can handle" (John Ortberg), then how do we think about leadership when everyone's starting point is disappointment? If Leadership is "the art of disappointing people at a rate they can handle" (John Ortberg), then how do we think about leadership when everyone's starting point is disappointment? Because "life in a liminal age" is one of unpredictability, disappointment will be far more normative right when we feel far less able to handle it.  How then, do we rethink leadership in a Liminal Age? While there is no quick fix or silver bullet, there absolutely is a framework to help us navigate challenges and opportunities with clarity and wisdom. Whether you're trying to lead a team, organization, your family, or just yourself, these principles of "Adaptive Leadership" are as timely as it is timeless.  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger If Leadership is "the art of disappointing people at a rate they can handle" (John Ortberg), then how do we think about leadership when everyone's starting point is disappointment? Because "life in a liminal age" is one of unpredictability, disappointment will be far more normative right when we feel far less able to handle it. 


    How then, do we rethink leadership in a Liminal Age?


    While there is no quick fix or silver bullet, there absolutely is a framework to help us navigate challenges and opportunities with clarity and wisdom. Whether you're trying to lead a team, organization, your family, or just yourself, these principles of "Adaptive Leadership" are as timely as it is timeless. 


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources

    (BOOK) Leadership on the Line, by Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linksy


    (PDF) Executive Summary for Leadership on the Line, at Transform Leaders


    (BOOK) Canoeing the Mountains, by Tod Bolsinger

    ]]>     2725 no     Competing Orthodoxies w/Trevin Wax Even before our Liminal Age, Christian orthodoxy is has been largely rejected as too narrow by the culture… and yet, it is now just one of many orthodoxies. Whether the social justice movement, right-wing conspiracy theorists, or both pop and academic humanism, they all function as implicit or explicit orthodoxies. Their adherents sincerely believe the rest of the world should share, with the more fundamentalist among them leveraging social pressure (“cancel culture,” boycotts, etc.) as a kind of non-religious, social excommunication of those whose orthopraxis doesn't line up with a their orthodoxy (i.e. right ideology). Trevin Wax says that we’re in the midst of an ideological “battle royale” for the right to determine future norms and set consensus. So how in the world can we resist getting sucked into that vortex? How do leaders resist the myopic temptation to just “pick a side” for clarity’s sake? What difference does Christian orthodoxy have a hope of making in that cacophony? We asked Trevin all those questions and more, and found his answers even more encouraging (and convicting) than we’d hoped. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) The Thrill of Orthodoxy: Rediscovering the Adventure of Christian Faith, by Trevin Wax (BOOK) The Multi-Directional Leader: Responding Wisely to Challenges from Every Side (PODCAST) Reconstructing Faith Wed, 03 May 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 6 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Even before our Liminal Age, Christian orthodoxy is has been largely rejected as too narrow by the culture… and yet, it is now just one of many orthodoxies. Even before our Liminal Age, Christian orthodoxy is has been largely rejected as too narrow by the culture… and yet, it is now just one of many orthodoxies. Whether the social justice movement, right-wing conspiracy theorists, or both pop and academic humanism, they all function as implicit or explicit orthodoxies. Their adherents sincerely believe the rest of the world should share, with the more fundamentalist among them leveraging social pressure (“cancel culture,” boycotts, etc.) as a kind of non-religious, social excommunication of those whose orthopraxis doesn't line up with a their orthodoxy (i.e. right ideology). Trevin Wax says that we’re in the midst of an ideological “battle royale” for the right to determine future norms and set consensus. So how in the world can we resist getting sucked into that vortex? How do leaders resist the myopic temptation to just “pick a side” for clarity’s sake? What difference does Christian orthodoxy have a hope of making in that cacophony? We asked Trevin all those questions and more, and found his answers even more encouraging (and convicting) than we’d hoped. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) The Thrill of Orthodoxy: Rediscovering the Adventure of Christian Faith, by Trevin Wax (BOOK) The Multi-Directional Leader: Responding Wisely to Challenges from Every Side (PODCAST) Reconstructing Faith Even before our Liminal Age, Christian orthodoxy is has been largely rejected as too narrow by the culture… and yet, it is now just one of many orthodoxies. Whether the social justice movement, right-wing conspiracy theorists, or both pop and academic humanism, they all function as implicit or explicit orthodoxies. Their adherents sincerely believe the rest of the world should share, with the more fundamentalist among them leveraging social pressure (“cancel culture,” boycotts, etc.) as a kind of non-religious, social excommunication of those whose orthopraxis doesn't line up with a their orthodoxy (i.e. right ideology).


    Trevin Wax says that we’re in the midst of an ideological “battle royale” for the right to determine future norms and set consensus. So how in the world can we resist getting sucked into that vortex? How do leaders resist the myopic temptation to just “pick a side” for clarity’s sake? What difference does Christian orthodoxy have a hope of making in that cacophony?


    We asked Trevin all those questions and more, and found his answers even more encouraging (and convicting) than we’d hoped.


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏



    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources


    (BOOK) The Thrill of Orthodoxy: Rediscovering the Adventure of Christian Faith, by Trevin Wax


    (BOOK) The Multi-Directional Leader: Responding Wisely to Challenges from Every Side


    (PODCAST) Reconstructing Faith

    ]]>     3514 no     The Wolf In Our Pockets w/Chris Martin “The real problem of humanity is the following: we have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, & god-like technology.” - Edward Wilson There is likely no greater catalyst in our Liminal Age than social media. A recent study showed that 57% of teen girls say they experience "persistent sadness or hopelessness" (vs 36% in 2011). Internet expert and author of the new book, The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, Chris Martin says that's because social media has turned us into consumers not just of content, but of people. This "Darker Consumerism" is deforming our sense of self, distorting our view of reality, and subtly sapping our capacity. Join in as Chris helps us understand the depth of the problem as well as imagine a more hopeful, practical, and wiseapproach to the "wolf in our pockets." Come for the incredible content and stay for... John's new "Horse Abscess Charity"? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, by Chris Martin (BOOK) Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media, by Chris Martin (ARTICLE) Social Media is a Major Cause of the Mental Illness Epidemic in Teen Girls, by Jonathan Haidt (ARTICLE) How Social Media Fosters Distrust in Institutions, by Brad Edwards & Chris Martin Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full Brad Edwards and John Houmes “The real problem of humanity is the following: we have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, & god-like technology.” - Edward Wilson “The real problem of humanity is the following: we have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, & god-like technology.” - Edward Wilson There is likely no greater catalyst in our Liminal Age than social media. A recent study showed that 57% of teen girls say they experience "persistent sadness or hopelessness" (vs 36% in 2011). Internet expert and author of the new book, The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, Chris Martin says that's because social media has turned us into consumers not just of content, but of people. This "Darker Consumerism" is deforming our sense of self, distorting our view of reality, and subtly sapping our capacity. Join in as Chris helps us understand the depth of the problem as well as imagine a more hopeful, practical, and wiseapproach to the "wolf in our pockets." Come for the incredible content and stay for... John's new "Horse Abscess Charity"? Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, by Chris Martin (BOOK) Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media, by Chris Martin (ARTICLE) Social Media is a Major Cause of the Mental Illness Epidemic in Teen Girls, by Jonathan Haidt (ARTICLE) How Social Media Fosters Distrust in Institutions, by Brad Edwards & Chris Martin “The real problem of humanity is the following: we have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, & god-like technology.” - Edward Wilson


    There is likely no greater catalyst in our Liminal Age than social media. A recent study showed that 57% of teen girls say they experience "persistent sadness or hopelessness" (vs 36% in 2011). Internet expert and author of the new book, The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, Chris Martin says that's because social media has turned us into consumers not just of content, but of people. This "Darker Consumerism" is deforming our sense of self, distorting our view of reality, and subtly sapping our capacity. Join in as Chris helps us understand the depth of the problem as well as imagine a more hopeful, practical, and wiseapproach to the "wolf in our pockets."


    Come for the incredible content



    and stay for... John's new "Horse Abscess Charity"?


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources

    (BOOK) The Wolf in Our Pockets: 13 Ways Social Media Threatens The People You Lead, by Chris Martin

    (BOOK) Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media, by Chris Martin

    (ARTICLE) Social Media is a Major Cause of the Mental Illness Epidemic in Teen Girls, by Jonathan Haidt

    (ARTICLE) How Social Media Fosters Distrust in Institutions, by Brad Edwards & Chris Martin


    ]]>     3563 no     Intuitional Identities w/ Dr. Tara Isabella Burton What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it? In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.”  Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.” CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World, by Tara Isabella Burton (BOOK) Self-Made: Creating Our Identities from Da Vinci to the Kardashians, by Tara Isabella Burton (PODCAST) The witch trials of JK Rowling (ARTICLE) Hogwarts Legacy Breaks Release Records Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 5 Brad Edwards and John Houmes What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it? What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it? In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.”  Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.” CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources (BOOK) Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World, by Tara Isabella Burton (BOOK) Self-Made: Creating Our Identities from Da Vinci to the Kardashians, by Tara Isabella Burton (PODCAST) The witch trials of JK Rowling (ARTICLE) Hogwarts Legacy Breaks Release Records What does J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter function as an “Intuitional Religion?" How might "fandom" be scratching our itch for community, ritual, meaning, or purpose? Is “hustle culture” our striving to achieve The Good Life (TM), or a symptom of having given up hope of ever receiving it?

    In this wide ranging conversation with Tara Isabella Burton, we explore the slow boil shift of American religious identity from Institutionalism to Intuitionism, and how the vacuum of institutional trust has been flooded with every kind of “weird internet, horseshoe theory land mine.” 


    Plus: why we should ALL “touch grass.”

    CORRECTION: At one point Brad said that Hogwarts Legacy was on track to be "the best-selling video game of all time." That was only kinda accurate: it has already broken the best-selling INITIAL RELEASE of a video game of all time (not total sales). A minor distinction, but we care too much about getting the facts right not to correct the record.

    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!

    Resources

    (BOOK) Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World, by Tara Isabella Burton

    (BOOK) Self-Made: Creating Our Identities from Da Vinci to the Kardashians, by Tara Isabella Burton

    (PODCAST) The witch trials of JK Rowling

    (ARTICLE) Hogwarts Legacy Breaks Release Records

    ]]>     3946 no     (Intermission) A huge "Thank You" + What's Next for PostEverything! Now that PostEverything is officially off the ground, we're settling into a biweekly release rhythm... HOWEVER, you'll still want to listen to this short "intermission" for what to expect from the rest of Season 1 and a tantalizing taste of upcoming GUESTS! Plus: A sincere and overwhelming "thank you" for all the incredible feedback and encouragement you've given so far... Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next, so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 4 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Now that PostEverything is officially off the ground, we're settling into a biweekly release rhythm... HOWEVER, you'll still want to listen to this short "intermission" for what to expect from the rest of Season 1 and a tantalizing taste of upcoming GUESTS! Now that PostEverything is officially off the ground, we're settling into a biweekly release rhythm... HOWEVER, you'll still want to listen to this short "intermission" for what to expect from the rest of Season 1 and a tantalizing taste of upcoming GUESTS! Plus: A sincere and overwhelming "thank you" for all the incredible feedback and encouragement you've given so far... Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next, so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps) or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Now that PostEverything is officially off the ground, we're settling into a biweekly release rhythm... HOWEVER, you'll still want to listen to this short "intermission" for what to expect from the rest of Season 1 and a tantalizing taste of upcoming GUESTS!

    Plus: A sincere and overwhelming "thank you" for all the incredible feedback and encouragement you've given so far...

    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next, so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps) or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    ]]>     351     Life In a Liminal Age (Part 3): 3 Essential Steps for Thriving in Exile "So what?" is an important question anytime we pontificate about something as nebulous as "culture" or "society." It's easy (and tempting) to stay in the clouds and avoid having to do anything with the insight or perspective we've gleaned way up there. If Part 1 validated and Part 2 explained our experience of "Life in a Liminal Age," then Part 3 will help chart a rough (but practical) way forward for not just surviving, but thriving in Exile.  In this episode, we dig into why institutions have become culture war, what "faithfulness" looks like for a people in seismic transition, and the unlikely hope found in learning from a "remnant" living through the even greater liminal moment of Christ's crucifixion.  Plus: what a particular football (or "soccer" for Brad) tradition may or may not have to do with Jackson Pollack. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources Read Blinded by Nostalgia, by Yuval Levin Buy the Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes Book, by E. Randolph Richards & Richard James Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 3 Brad Edwards and John Houmes If Part 1 validated and Part 2 explained our experience of "Life in a Liminal Age," then Part 3 will help chart a rough (but practical) way forward for not just surviving, but thriving in Exile. "So what?" is an important question anytime we pontificate about something as nebulous as "culture" or "society." It's easy (and tempting) to stay in the clouds and avoid having to do anything with the insight or perspective we've gleaned way up there. If Part 1 validated and Part 2 explained our experience of "Life in a Liminal Age," then Part 3 will help chart a rough (but practical) way forward for not just surviving, but thriving in Exile.  In this episode, we dig into why institutions have become culture war, what "faithfulness" looks like for a people in seismic transition, and the unlikely hope found in learning from a "remnant" living through the even greater liminal moment of Christ's crucifixion.  Plus: what a particular football (or "soccer" for Brad) tradition may or may not have to do with Jackson Pollack. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏 You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation! Resources Read Blinded by Nostalgia, by Yuval Levin Buy the Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes Book, by E. Randolph Richards & Richard James "So what?" is an important question anytime we pontificate about something as nebulous as "culture" or "society." It's easy (and tempting) to stay in the clouds and avoid having to do anything with the insight or perspective we've gleaned way up there. If Part 1 validated and Part 2 explained our experience of "Life in a Liminal Age," then Part 3 will help chart a rough (but practical) way forward for not just surviving, but thriving in Exile. 


    In this episode, we dig into why institutions have become culture war, what "faithfulness" looks like for a people in seismic transition, and the unlikely hope found in learning from a "remnant" living through the even greater liminal moment of Christ's crucifixion. 


    Plus: what a particular football (or "soccer" for Brad) tradition may or may not have to do with Jackson Pollack.


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great! Then you won't want to miss what's next so SUBSCRIBE now and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate it! 🙏


    You can also leave a review (it really helps), or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram to join the conversation!


    Resources

    Read Blinded by Nostalgia, by Yuval Levin

    Buy the Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes Book, by E. Randolph Richards & Richard James

    ]]>     4345 no     Life In a Liminal Age (Part 2): The 3 Macro Disruptions Is it possible to agree on anything anymore (well, besides getting rid of Daylight Savings)? What are the underlying causes for the symptoms outlined in Part 1, and what do institutions have to do with any (or rather all) of that? It turns out we're in the midst of a perfect storm, a confluence of highly disruptive transitions that compound each other and amplify... well, everything. Join Brad and John as they walk through 3 Macro Disruptions contributing to our present liminality (Social Media, Generational Turnover, and Economic Disillusionment) and explain how they are directly contributing to a rise of Viral Ideologies and Anxious Systems. We also learned that if you want to see Brad lose it, just ask him if the invention of social media is anything like that of the printing press. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! Resources Who is Charles Hapgood, anyway? Read The Six Way Fracturing of Evangelicalism Read The Church Amongst the Counter-Institutions by Brad Edwards Watch Bo Burnham: Inside Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0000 full 2 Brad Edwards and John Houmes Join Brad and John as they walk through 3 Macro Disruptions contributing to our present liminality (Social Media, Generational Turnover, and Economic Disillusionment) and explain how they are directly contributing to a rise of Viral Ideologies and Anxious Systems. Is it possible to agree on anything anymore (well, besides getting rid of Daylight Savings)? What are the underlying causes for the symptoms outlined in Part 1, and what do institutions have to do with any (or rather all) of that? It turns out we're in the midst of a perfect storm, a confluence of highly disruptive transitions that compound each other and amplify... well, everything. Join Brad and John as they walk through 3 Macro Disruptions contributing to our present liminality (Social Media, Generational Turnover, and Economic Disillusionment) and explain how they are directly contributing to a rise of Viral Ideologies and Anxious Systems. We also learned that if you want to see Brad lose it, just ask him if the invention of social media is anything like that of the printing press. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! Resources Who is Charles Hapgood, anyway? Read The Six Way Fracturing of Evangelicalism Read The Church Amongst the Counter-Institutions by Brad Edwards Watch Bo Burnham: Inside Is it possible to agree on anything anymore (well, besides getting rid of Daylight Savings)? What are the underlying causes for the symptoms outlined in Part 1, and what do institutions have to do with any (or rather all) of that? It turns out we're in the midst of a perfect storm, a confluence of highly disruptive transitions that compound each other and amplify... well, everything. Join Brad and John as they walk through 3 Macro Disruptions contributing to our present liminality (Social Media, Generational Turnover, and Economic Disillusionment) and explain how they are directly contributing to a rise of Viral Ideologies and Anxious Systems.


    We also learned that if you want to see Brad lose it, just ask him if the invention of social media is anything like that of the printing press.


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏


    We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue!


    Resources

    Who is Charles Hapgood, anyway?

    Read The Six Way Fracturing of Evangelicalism

    Read The Church Amongst the Counter-Institutions by Brad Edwards

    Watch Bo Burnham: Inside

    ]]>     3245 no     Life In a Liminal Age (Part 1): An "Unprecedented" Experience We all know what it feels like to live in a "liminal age," but describing it is surprisingly difficult. Why? Because it is both an acceleration of something familiar AND it is even more dehumanizing than we thought. In what we hope is an incredibly validating conversation, Brad and John outline the 3 Primary Symptoms of Life in a Liminal Age (Loneliness, Loss of Capacity, and Disorientation) and lay a foundation for a 3-Part mini-series on "remapping culture" in all its surprisingly precedentedimplications...  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! Resources Watch The (Many) Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport Video Read How The Blue Horse ("Blucifer") at DIA Killed it's Creator (no, really) Buy the Faith Among the Faithless Book Buy the You Are Not Your Own Book Buy the Loneliness Epidemic Book Listen to the Everything Just Changed Interview with Chris Bruno Buy the Strong and Weak Book Read the "Locus of Control & Pro-Social Behavior" Study via The National Bureau of Economic Research Read the Earthquake Causes Fluvial Tsunami in Mississippi Article Wed, 08 Mar 2023 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 Brad Edwards and John Houmes We all know what it feels like to live in a "liminal age," but describing it is surprisingly difficult. Why? Because it is both an acceleration of something familiar AND it is even more dehumanizing than we thought. We all know what it feels like to live in a "liminal age," but describing it is surprisingly difficult. Why? Because it is both an acceleration of something familiar AND it is even more dehumanizing than we thought. In what we hope is an incredibly validating conversation, Brad and John outline the 3 Primary Symptoms of Life in a Liminal Age (Loneliness, Loss of Capacity, and Disorientation) and lay a foundation for a 3-Part mini-series on "remapping culture" in all its surprisingly precedentedimplications...  Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! Resources Watch The (Many) Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport Video Read How The Blue Horse ("Blucifer") at DIA Killed it's Creator (no, really) Buy the Faith Among the Faithless Book Buy the You Are Not Your Own Book Buy the Loneliness Epidemic Book Listen to the Everything Just Changed Interview with Chris Bruno Buy the Strong and Weak Book Read the "Locus of Control & Pro-Social Behavior" Study via The National Bureau of Economic Research Read the Earthquake Causes Fluvial Tsunami in Mississippi Article We all know what it feels like to live in a "liminal age," but describing it is surprisingly difficult. Why? Because it is both an acceleration of something familiar AND it is even more dehumanizing than we thought. In what we hope is an incredibly validating conversation, Brad and John outline the 3 Primary Symptoms of Life in a Liminal Age (Loneliness, Loss of Capacity, and Disorientation) and lay a foundation for a 3-Part mini-series on "remapping culture" in all its surprisingly precedentedimplications... 


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏


    We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue!


    Resources

    Watch The (Many) Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport Video

    Read How The Blue Horse ("Blucifer") at DIA Killed it's Creator (no, really)

    Buy the Faith Among the Faithless Book

    Buy the You Are Not Your Own Book

    Buy the Loneliness Epidemic Book

    Listen to the Everything Just Changed Interview with Chris Bruno

    Buy the Strong and Weak Book

    Read the "Locus of Control & Pro-Social Behavior" Study via The National Bureau of Economic Research

    Read the Earthquake Causes Fluvial Tsunami in Mississippi Article

    ]]>     3933 no     A NEW "PostEverything" Vision for a Liminal Age It's one thing to experience a change in circumstances, but something wholly different when we experience such a fundamental change in values and assumptions that we no longer HAVE a social consensus to fall back on. It's as if the rules of the game changed at half-time, and now we're playing a sport we don't even recognize. Welcome to our "PostEverything" world, where what came before is no longer, but what's next is still very unclear... but not without hope. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:30:00 -0000 trailer Brad Edwards and John Houmes It's one thing to experience a change in circumstances, but something wholly different when we experience such a fundamental change in values and assumptions that we no longer HAVE a social consensus to fall back on. It's as if the rules of the game changed at half-time, and now we're playing a sport we don't even recognize. It's one thing to experience a change in circumstances, but something wholly different when we experience such a fundamental change in values and assumptions that we no longer HAVE a social consensus to fall back on. It's as if the rules of the game changed at half-time, and now we're playing a sport we don't even recognize. Welcome to our "PostEverything" world, where what came before is no longer, but what's next is still very unclear... but not without hope. Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏 We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue! It's one thing to experience a change in circumstances, but something wholly different when we experience such a fundamental change in values and assumptions that we no longer HAVE a social consensus to fall back on. It's as if the rules of the game changed at half-time, and now we're playing a sport we don't even recognize.


    Welcome to our "PostEverything" world, where what came before is no longer, but what's next is still very unclear... but not without hope.


    Was this episode helpful or encouraging in some way? Great, you won't want to miss what's next, so subscribe now and send this episode to a friend! Thank you! 🙏


    We are just getting started! To stay up to date, first and foremost: subscribe! Then follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to join the dialogue!

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