BONUS - LGBTQ+ Warning signs, Eschatology, and Scandalous Ministry

BONUS - LGBTQ+ Warning signs, Eschatology, and Scandalous Ministry

Should Christians flee from affirming sin at the risk of not evangelizing? What does end time theology say about same-sex attracted people? And are we willing to be as scandalous as Jesus? Pieter L. Valk is back to explore these topics during a time, Pride Month, when it's on out mind. https://www.pieterlvalk.com/ [https://www.pieterlvalk.com/] You can also enjoy other episodes with Pieter on Enter the Grayzone: Celibacy and Christianity [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/001-celibacy-w-pieter-valk-founding-a-monastery/id1796949522?i=1000703576488] Origins of Pride Month [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bouns-origins-of-pride-month-w-pieter-l-valk/id1796949522?i=1000710849493]

036 - In Guns we Trust w/ BILL KOLE

Today we consider the 'relationship' between guns and white evangelicals in North America. Where did this start? Why is it "normal"? How does it form our churches and faith practices? Author Bill Kole shares insights from his and life and research in Evangelical spaces and provides some pretty challenging ideas. This may make you uncomfortable and that's the point. https://www.billkolebooks.com/ [https://www.billkolebooks.com/]

035 - Christian Nationalism and patient discipleship w/ Caleb Campbell

When people you've loved and pastored fall prey to the temptations of culture wars, what do you do? When the pastor and theology hasn't changed but the culture around them has, how do we respond faithfully but compassionately? Caleb Campbell addresses these questions and more in this conversation in the Grayzone. Beyond his book, Disarming Leviathan [https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/disarming-leviathan-loving-your-christian-nationalist-neighbor/51916936/item/83967022/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_dsa_general_retention_232080312&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_content=656389544043&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=232080312&gbraid=0AAAAADwY45i30MDPObleA379qN8Y7z6ie&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_IXQBhCkARIsADqELbInSK0bsZICjb3mklCwosib58YgQiwtpoGO9ZEUvOeL7JNeC__zrloaAi_hEALw_wcB#edition=70676516&idiq=62934112], Caleb and Robby delve into the personal impact of loving people and keeping them engaged in the process of discipleship even when it seems hopeless. https://www.dsbc.church/contributor/caleb-campbell [https://www.dsbc.church/contributor/caleb-campbell]

034 - Emerging Sexual Identities and Compassion w/ Dr. Julia Sadusky

It's hard to keep up with the changing terms and trends of sexual identities. Even hard is trying to maintain a compassionate yet Biblically faithful approach to loving people who experience challenges in their sexual identities. Dr. Julia Sadusky, co-author of the book Emerging Sexual Identities [https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9781587436444_emerging-sexual-identities], gives us compassionate frameworks to navigate this complex topic. This should prove to be a hope-filled and helpful conversation. https://www.juliasadusky.com/about [https://www.juliasadusky.com/about]

033 - Burpees, Bibles, & Brews w/ Solid Men

In this episode we focus on Men's physical and spiritual health all through the transformative power of sharing a cup of coffee after a workout. We chat w/ Lance Rogers of SOLiD Men Australia. The informal discussions following grueling workouts allow men to open up about their lives, struggles, and triumphs. Lance explains that the physical exertion helps break down walls, making participants more receptive to discussing personal challenges. The ‘metaphorical ball’ is passed around, giving each man the opportunity to share as much or as little as they feel comfortable, fostering an environment of trust and support. #Men #mental #health https://www.solidmen.com.au/ [https://www.solidmen.com.au/]