Joshua Farris – Stop Praying for Revival

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Joshua Farris joins Brent to discuss a recent article with ‘American Reformer’ called ‘Stop Praying for Revival (At Least the Way We Used To’).

Joshua is an ordained priest with the Diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership.

(0:50) Why stop praying for revival (at least the way we used to…)?
(3:20) Christian involvement in politics and social life;
(8:30) Idolizing political power?
(13:00) Natural law and why the church has neglected it;
(19:30) Natural law and ethics in public life;
(22:30) The early church and politics. How did the early church transform society?

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Joshua Farris – Stop Praying for Revival

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published about a year ago

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Joshua Farris joins Brent to discuss a recent article with ‘American Reformer’ called ‘Stop Praying for Revival (At Least the Way We Used To’).

Joshua is an ordained priest with the Diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership.

(0:50) Why stop praying for revival (at least the way we used to…)?
(3:20) Christian involvement in politics and social life;
(8:30) Idolizing political power?
(13:00) Natural law and why the church has neglected it;
(19:30) Natural law and ethics in public life;
(22:30) The early church and politics. How did the early church transform society?

Links mentioned in this episode:

americanreformer.org/2024/11/stop-praying-for-revival-at-least-the-way-were-used-to/

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Joshua Farris – Children and Story 20:53

3 days ago20:53

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How are our children being catechized these days? Brent talks with Joshua Farris about his ‘Missio Mosaic’ article ‘Icons, Childhood Development, and the Liturgical World: Raising Liturgical Beings’. Joshua is an ordained priest with the diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership. (0:50) Living in a liturgical and sacramental world; (3:25) How could our children be catechized? (5:40) The Anglican tradition and the symbolic. The world of Disney; (8:05) The Disney world our children are consuming; (10:10) Disney as spiritual fast food; (12:20) A good liturgy for childhood development; (16:40) A child raised in rich liturgy. Links mentioned in this episode: www.missiomosaic.org/post/icons-childhood-development-and-the-liturgical-world-raising-liturgical-beings Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Special Bonus Episode – Nicaea Guys with Susannah Black Roberts 31:47

4 days ago31:47

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What is the ‘extremely not secret history of the Council of Nicaea’? Why does Nicaea matter? The 20th of May marks the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. Brent is joined by Susannah Black Roberts – a senior editor of ‘Plough’ - to talk about ‘Nicaea Guys.’ (0:35) The Council of Nicaea; (2:20) A secret history? (4:05) The major players; (9:35) Early belief about the Trinity; (14:15) Athanasius; (17:25) Constantine’s problem; (21:20) What was rejected at Nicaea? Links mentioned in this episode: argosy.substack.com/p/49-nicaea-guys Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Joshua Farris - Consciousness 19:41

7 days ago19:41

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How does the dividing line between consciousness and science continue to blur? Brent talks with Joshua Farris about a new article in ‘Mind Matters’ called ‘Consciousness Blurs the Line Between Philosophy and Science’. Joshua is an ordained priest with the diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership. (0:45) The line between consciousness and science; (3:45) Does consciousness lead to theism? (5:20) Challenging the New Age; (7:40) The soul; (9:40) Turning Inward; (11:50) Psychological well being; (13:15) Humanity in a technological age; (15:10) AI and Virtual Reality; (16:00) The theistic tradition as a safeguard. Links mentioned in this episode: mindmatters.ai/2024/12/consciousness-blurs-the-line-between-philosophy-and-science/ Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Jennifer Holberg – George Herbert’s ‘The Collar’ 26:26

10 days ago26:26

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Brent is joined by Jennifer Holberg to discuss George Herbert’s classic poem ‘The Collar. Jennifer is professor and chair of the English Department at Calvin University in the States and co-director of the Calvin Center for Faith and Writing. She’s also the author of the book ‘Nourishing Narratives’. (0:50) Who is George Herbert? What is metaphysical poetry? (3:30) The poem; (6:30) The Collar as a metaphor; (9:10) The first 5 lines; (11:25) Verses 6-9. The thorn and the blood; (12:45) The plant; (16:00) Verses 10-18; (22:30) How the poem fits into the collection as a whole. Links mentioned in this episode: /calvin.edu/people/jennifer-l-holberg en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Herbert Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Marc Alan Schelske – Walking Otherward 26:06

14 days ago26:06

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‘Modern Christianity is at a testing crossroads. Many are captivated by Jesus or newly intrigued by him. They know it’s possible to be a Christian and not be very much like Jesus, and they are rejecting expressions of Christianity that fail that test’. Brent talks with Marc Alan Schelske who’s the author of a new 40 day devotional from Live 210 Media called ‘Walking Otherward: Forty Meditations on Following Jesus’ Path of Other Centred, Co-Suffering Love’. Marc is a happily recovering fundamentalist praying for the restoration of all things. He writes and teaches about spiritual maturity, emotional growth and the other centred co-suffering way of Jesus. He’s a small church pastor nearing 30 years of experience as a big design and technology geek and sometimes musician. (1:05) A recovering fundamentalist; (3:25) The book; (6:15) The other-centred way of Jesus; (8:45) Our expectations of God; (11:05) Destructive leaders in the church; (14:30) End time teaching? (19:20) How do we die with Jesus? (23:20) Lent. Links mentioned in this episode: marcalanschelske.com www.amazon.com/Walking-Otherward-Meditations-Other-centered-Co-suffering/dp/0988688247 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Wafik Wahba – Global Christianity and Islam 29:42

17 days ago29:42

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What’s the history of Christianity and Islam? How have the two faiths interrelated through the centuries? Brent talks with Wafik Wahba, the author of a new book from IVP called ‘Global Christianity and Islam: Exploring History, Politics, and Beliefs’. Wafik is professor of Global Christianity at Tyndale University in Toronto, Canada. He has taught and lectured on global Christianity and Christian-Muslim relations in 25 countries. He has contributed to several publications. (1:05) How did Christianity and Islam experience different historical developments? (5:50) The history of Christianity and Islam linked; (7:20) The golden age of Islamic civilization; (9:45) The Crusades; (11:45) The consequences of the Crusades; (15:25) Misunderstandings between 1750 and 1910; (17:40) Development of the Muslim world in the 20th century; (21:00) Muslim influence in Western Europe in the last few decades; (24:45) The future of Islam in Western Europe? (26:00) Western perceptions of Islam. Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com/Global-Christianity-Islam-Exploring-Politics/dp/083085195X /www.tyndale.ca/faculty/wafik-wahba Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Special Bonus Episode – Deanna Shrodes – Uncommon Answers 24:16

19 days ago24:16

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In a world where answered prayers often feel like statistical anomalies, Dr. Deanna Shrodes poses a radical question ‘What if what usually happens was never meant to be what usually happens’? Brent talks with Deanna Shrodes, the author of a new book from Baker Books called ‘Uncommon Answers: Partnering with the Holy Spirit to Receive Extraordinarily More’. Deanna is the director of PF Women and the founder and director of the Stronger Leadership Network. She’s an international speaker gifted in candid communication and a pastor in the Assemblies of God. (0:50) Waiting for God; (1:30) Do we have things backward? (2:45) Deanna’s answer to prayer; (9:30) Miracles normative; (12:00) Long periods of waiting; (13:50) Tenacity in prayer; (16:00) A relationship with the Holy Spirit; (19:00) Praying with friends; (20:30) How we fight for uncommon answers to prayer. Links mentioned in this episode: www.drdeannashrodes.com www.amazon.com/Uncommon-Answers-Partnering-Receive-Extraordinarily/dp/0800772997 www.bakerpublishinggroup.com/chosen Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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David Koyzis – Political Visions and Ilusions 29:20

21 days ago29:20

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What are some of the key political ideologies of our time? Why does what we believe about politics matter? Brent talks with David Koyzis about his IVP book ‘Political Visions and Illusions: A Survey and Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies’. David is affiliated with Global Scholars Canada and is engaged in an international academic ministry of writing, researching, lecturing and conversing with readers of his books. He taught undergraduate political science for thirty years. (1:00) Doubts about our ideologies; (2:05) What is ideology? (3:20) Idolatrous ideology; (4:30) ‘Left’ and ‘right’; (6:00) Liberalism; (10:00) 5th stage liberalism; (13:15) Nationalism; (15:50) Conservatism; (19:20) Conservatism and progressivism; (22:30) Societal pluriformity; (26:50) The role of the church. Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com.au/dp/0830852425?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_nz Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Richard Parrish – The Gift of Conflict 25:13

24 days ago25:13

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Is conflict actually a good thing? Brent talks with Richard Parrish about his new book from Richard Parrish Ministries called ‘The Gift of Conflict: The Art of Biblical Reconciliation’. Richard is the director of Richard Parrish Ministries, an outreach of Music Serving the Word. Richard attends to the soul care of pastors, leaders, and learners. He devotes his life to assisting others through writing, speaking, mentoring, and offering spiritual care. (0:50) Our modern Western leadership model; (2:15) Embracing conflict as a gift; (3:40) Richard and conflict; (5:40) Where conflict comes from; (6:55) Why so much church conflict? (8:40) Confronting church problems; (10:40) Listening; (12:30) Responding to attacks; (14:15) When is it necessary to walk away; (15:45) Internal conflict; (17:40) Our inner life; (20:50) Our own responsibility. Links mentioned in this episode: richardparrish.com/the-gift-of-conflict/ Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Movie Review Hannah Long – Out of the Past (1947) 51:13

28 days ago51:13

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Can we actually escape our past? To what extent does our past define us? Brent talks with Hannah Long about the 1947 film noir ‘Out of the Past’ directed by Jacques Tourneur and starring Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer and Kirk Douglas. Hannah is a passionate cinephile. She writes cultural commentary and film criticism for a number of publications including ‘The Despatch’, ‘Angelus News’, ‘The Bulwark’ and ‘First Things’. ((0:15) ‘Out of the Past’ as an example of film noir; (2:30) The director and cast; (6:30) Mitchum and Douglas; (8:15) The book and the screenplay; (8:50) Why is this such a great film? (9:50) RKO; (11:10) What’s the movie about? (13:30) Flashback and linear storytelling; (18:40) The lighting and photography; (20:00) Jeff – a film noir hero? (24:15) Jeff’s attempts to escape from the past; (26:40) Can we actually escape from our past? (27:15) How fatalistic is film noir? (29:30) Kathie – a femme fatale; (33:30) Jeff and Kathie; (36:00) Witt. Why does Witt take Kathie back? (37:15) Smoking in the film; (38:35) The Production Code; (44:15) The Kid – the wisest person in the movie? (46:30) Redemption? (48:20) Rural America. Links mentioned in this episode: Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Alastair Roberts – Zechariah 12 17:57

4 weeks ago17:57

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How does Zechariah 12 speak of Jesus and the Passion Narrative? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute. (0:25) What does chapter 12 describe? (2:25) Creation and re-creation; (3:35) The cup in v 2; (4:25) A civil war scenario? (5:20) V 3; (6:15) The nations; (6:50) V 4; (7:35) The fiery torch and blazing pot – v 6? (9:15) V 8 – the angel of the Lord; (10:40) A Davidic figure; (12:00) The 30 pieces of silver; Jesus and the Passion Narrative; (13:00) Megiddo; (13:45) Nathan and the house of Levi; (14:30) Exodus themes; (15:30) Pentecost. Links mentioned in this episode: alastairadversaria.com theopolisinstitute.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Alastair Roberts – Zechariah 11 20:31

5 weeks ago20:31

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How does Matthew use chapter 11 of Zechariah? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States. (1:00) How Matthew uses chapter 11? (5:30) The Maccabean period or the period before the exile? (6:20) Verses 1-3 – the imagery; (8:15) Zechariah’s commission; (9:35) The slaughter; (9:50) V 5; (10:10) The 2 staffs; (11:15) V 8; (11:55) Jeremiah; (14:00) Verses 12-14 – the good shepherd rejected; (15:30) Why is the Lord rejected? (16:15) Ezekiel 34; (17:15) The Passion Narrative. Links mentioned in this episode: theopolisinstitute.com alastairadversaria.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Bruce Herman – Makers by Nature 25:13

5 weeks ago25:13

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‘We were made by a Maker to be makers’. Brent talks with artist Bruce Herman about his new IVP America book ‘Makers by Nature: Letters from a Master Painter on Faith, Hope and Art’. In a series of fictional letters, Bruce passes on wisdom to a younger generation. He explores a wide array of practical, philosophical, and theological issues. Bruce is a painter, writer and speaker. His art has been exhibited internationally and is in public and private collections worldwide. He taught studio art for nearly four decades at Gordon College, where he held the Lothlorien Distinguished Chair in Fine Arts. (1:05) Imaginary letters to real people; (2:25) Made to be makers; (3:30) Is art outside of human control? (4:30) Surprise during the creative process; (10:10) Glorifying God in art; (11:40) Thinking about the role of the artist; (13:25) The art department at Gordon College; (15:35) Apprenticeship; (19:50) Creative failure; (22:15) What is beauty? Links mentioned in this episode: www.bruceherman.com www.amazon.com/Makers-Nature-Letters-Master-Painter/dp/1514009803 ivpress.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Keith Simon – Joyful Outsiders 25:43

6 weeks ago25:43

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‘Christians today feel more like cultural outsiders than ever before – yet many still long to help their communities flourish’. Brent is joined by Keith Simon one of the authors with Patrick Miller of a new Zondervan book ‘Joyful Outsiders: Six Ways to Live Like Jesus in a Disorienting Culture’. Keith is a lead pastor at ‘The Crossing’ and he co-hosts the podcasts ‘Ten Minute Bible Talks’ and ‘Truth over Tribe’. (1:30) Christians as outsiders; (3:20) Jesus as an outsider; (4:40) Accepting our calling as outsiders; (6:05) Modern Babylon; (8:20) The Babylonian operating system; (10:50) Engaging with our modern Babylon; (11:00) The trainer; (13:15) The advisor; (20:20) The artist. Links mentioned in this episode: truthovertribe.com/about / joyfuloutsiders.com www.zondervan.comeedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Arianna Molloy – Healthy Calling 22:35

6 weeks ago22:35

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How can we pursue our callings while managing our risk for burnout? Brent talks with Arianna Molloy about her new book from IVP called ‘Healthy Calling: From Toxic Burnout to Sustainable Work’. Arianna is associate professor of organizational communication at Biola University. Her research focuses on meaningful work, work as a calling, and the connection between humility and burnout in the workplace. She’s an award winning scholar and educator and also a consultant for organizations, business professionals, and ministries. (1:05) Burnout and deception; (2:00) Arianna’s personal experience; (4:30) Calling; (6:05) Burnout and calling; (7:45) Dark side of calling; (9:50) Healthy work; (11:25) Humility; (14:00) Boundaries in calling and work; (16:30) Boundary resilience; (17:30) Negative workplaces. Links mentioned in this episode: www.ariannamolloy.com ivpress.com www.amazon.com/Healthy-Calling-Toxic-Burnout-Sustainable/dp/1514008408 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Special Bonus Episode – Britney Higgs – HER Campaign 24:28

7 weeks ago24:28

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Brent talks with Britney Higgs, a dedicated advocate, Founder and CEO of HER campaign, a non-profit organization based in Billings, Montana. She has a deep passion for empowering survivors of human trafficking. Britney, along with her husband Sammy, established HER campaign in 2016 to provide aftercare programs and support for survivors in their journey from recovery to economic independence. (0:55) How Britney’s work started; (3:00) What is human trafficking and how does it work? ((4:50) How do people become trafficked people? (8:10) Living conditions? (9:25) Trauma; (10:40) HER campaign; (13:15) Continuum of care model; (15:25) Stories; (20:25) Next steps. Links mentioned in this episode: hercampaign.org Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Special Bonus Episode – Graham McAleer and Alexander S. Rosenthal-Pubul – The Wisdom of our Ancestors Part Two 24:23

7 weeks ago24:23

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What is conservatism? What is Christian humanism? Brent continues his discussion with Graham McAleer and Alexander S. Rosenthal-Pubul about their Notre Dame Press book called ‘The Wisdom of Our Ancestors: Conservative Humanism and the Western Tradition’. Graham is professor of philosophy at Loyola University in Maryland and the author of a number of books including ‘Tolkien, Philosopher of War’. Alexander is lecturer at John Hopkins University’s Center for Advanced Governmental Studies and director of the Petrarch Center. (0:45) Establishment; (5:40) Liberty of the individual; (9:20) Liberalism and liberty; (11:50) Vitalism; (15:40) The Dionysian; (20:00) Christian humanism – a defense of the West? Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com.au/dp/0268207429?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_nz Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Graham McAleer and Alexander S. Rosenthal-Pubul – The Wisdom of our Ancestors Part One 17:57

7 weeks ago17:57

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What is conservatism? What is Christian humanism? Brent is joined by Graham McAleer and Alexander S. Rosenthal-Pubul for the first part of a discussion about their new Notre Dame Press book ‘The Wisdom of our Ancestors: Conservative Humanism and the Western Tradition’. Graham is professor of philosophy at Loyola University in Maryland and the author of a number of books including ‘Tolkien, Philosopher of War’. Alexander is lecturer at John Hopkins University’s Center for Advanced Governmental Studies and director of the Petrarch Center. (0:50) Conservatism in the 21st century; (3:20) Liberalism; (5:20) Nationalism; (6:40) The modern West and identity; (9:50) What is Christian humanism? (14:15) Christian humanism as a guardian of Western civilization? Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com.au/dp/0268207429?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_nz Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Taylor Patterson – Skills for Safeguarding 26:12

7 weeks ago26:12

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‘Churches are called to care for the vulnerable, but churches have not always led the way in becoming places safe from abuse’. Brent is joined by Taylor Patterson, one of the authors together with Lisa Compton of a new IVP book called ‘Skills for Safeguarding: A Guide to Preventing Abuse and Fostering Healing in the Church’. Taylor is a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, including survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. She has presented at local and national conferences and is published in peer-reviewed journals. (1:10) How are we all called to be safeguards? (2:00) What is safeguarding? (3:10) Why is abuse so prevalent? (7:35) Pastors and power; (8:50) Spiritual abuse; (10:15) How abusive systems work; (12:00) Church communities and abuse; (13:00) The abuse crisis; (14:30) Safe ministry; (16:15) Trauma symptoms; (20:15) Protecting older adults; (21:25) Self care. Links mentioned in this episode: skillsforsafeguarding.com ivpress.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Wesley Vander Lugt – Georges Rouault – A Prophet in the Darkness 26:24

8 weeks ago26:24

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Who was artist Georges Rouault? In what sense was he a prophet in the darkness? Many consider Georges Rouault to be one of the most important painters of the last few centuries, yet both the secular world and the church have struggled to engage with his work which is profoundly shaped by his Christian faith. Brent talks with Wesley Vander Lugt who is the editor of a new book with IVP America ‘A Prophet in the Darkness: Exploring Theology in the Art of Georges Rousault’. In this volume, a group of theologians, artists, and historians seek to bring Rouault out of the shadows. Wesley is adjunct professor of theology and acting director of the Leighton Ford Initiative for Theology, the Arts, and Gospel Witness at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Charlotte. (1:10) Who was Rouault? (1:46) A prophet in the darkness; (5:00) Influences; (7:40) Beliefs about humanity; (9:15) Identification with the poor; (11:05) Bloy; (12:20) ‘The Miserere’; (14:00) The two world wars; (15:55) Relationship with the church; (22:10) The contributers. Links mentioned in this episode: www.wesleyvanderlugt.com /www.amazon.com/Prophet-Darkness-Exploring-Theology-Georges/dp/1514011050 /www.wikiart.org/en/georges-rouault Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Joshua Farris – Stop Praying for Revival 29:28

8 weeks ago29:28

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Joshua Farris joins Brent to discuss a recent article with ‘American Reformer’ called ‘Stop Praying for Revival (At Least the Way We Used To’). Joshua is an ordained priest with the Diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership. (0:50) Why stop praying for revival (at least the way we used to…)? (3:20) Christian involvement in politics and social life; (8:30) Idolizing political power? (13:00) Natural law and why the church has neglected it; (19:30) Natural law and ethics in public life; (22:30) The early church and politics. How did the early church transform society? Links mentioned in this episode: americanreformer.org/2024/11/stop-praying-for-revival-at-least-the-way-were-used-to/ Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Karen Sjoblom – Gone for Good 24:42

9 weeks ago24:42

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Why did God allow such pain and trauma in my life? What good could possibly come from it? Will I ever get free? ‘When Karen Sjoblom relocated to her Midwest birthplace after her daughter left for college, she anticipated exciting possibilities in her newly empty nested stage. Instead she found herself on an unexpected pilgrimage through past trauma and rigid generational expectations’. Karen is an award winning author, freelance writer, and editor and she’s had a nearly 40 year career in healthcare, science, education, high tech and nonprofit communications. She also co-founded and ran for 9 years Eve’s Daughters, a nonprofit for single mums and their kids outside of Portland, Oregon. (1:30) Moving back to the midwest; (2:00) The Exodus; (3:10) The 5 narratives of the book; (5:40) Returning to the past; (7:10) Finding God; (8:10) Karen’s mother; (11:55) God and waiting; (12:20) Karen’s Dad; (14:30) Living and dealing with anger; (16:40) Learning to trust God; (17:40) Answered prayer; (21:00) Regaining the lost years. Links mentioned in this episode: www.karensjoblom.com www.amazon.com/Gone-Good-Lessons-Midlife-Exodus/dp/B0CVNNPPBZ Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Samuel Parkison – The Unvarnished Jesus 30:59

9 weeks ago30:59

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How and why is the Lord Jesus Christ beautiful? In what ways is God beauty itself? Brent talks with Samuel Parkison about his new Christian Focus book called ‘The Unvarnished Jesus: The Beauty of Christ and his Ugly Rivals’. Samuel is Associate Professor of Theological Studies at Gulf Theological Seminary in the United Arab Emirates. He’s the author of several books. (0:47) The beauty of Christ; (6:00) God as beauty; (9:00) What we learn from the Incarnation; (11:00) Jesus and atonement; (16:00) Substitutionary atonement; (18:00) How the Resurrection demonstrates the beauty of Christ; (22:00) How the beauty of Christ transforms the world; (25:35) The ugly rivals. Links mentioned in this episode: www.christianfocus.com/products/3207/the-unvarnished-jesus/info-sheet Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Bernardo Kastrup and Joshua Farris – Near Death Experiences 28:41

10 weeks ago28:41

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Brent is joined by philosophers Bernardo Kastrup and Joshua Farris to talk about Near Death Experiences. Bernardo is a philosopher and computer scientist best known for his work in the field of consciousness studies particularly his development of analytic idealism. He’s written several books and papers arguing against physicalism and proposing that consciousness is the fundamental aspect of reality. He’s the executive director of Essential Foundation. Joshua is an ordained priest with the Diocese of Kagera and ACMI and a Canon Theologian on Missio Mosaic. He’s the director and founder of Soul Science Ministries and Spiritually Driven Leadership and he too has an interest in consciousness. (1:20) Analytic idealism; (2:50) A grand unified Mind? (3:35) Individuals; (5:00) Freedom of choice; (6:30) Death; (8:00) Joshua’s response; (14:30) Bernardo’s response; (18:00) NDE’s Links mentioned in this episode: www.bernardokastrup.com catalogue.missional.university/graduate/person/933 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Mark Fairchild – The Underwater Basilica of Nicaea 22:29

10 weeks ago22:29

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In 2014 aerial photography revealed a submerged structure beneath the water of Lake Iznik, near the ancient city of Nicaea. Was it the location of the First Council of Nicaea? Brent talks with Mark Fairchild about his new book from IVP ‘The Underwater Basilica of Nicaea: Archaeology in the Birthplace of Christian Theology’. Mark was professor of Bible and Religion at Huntingdon University. He spent over 20 years doing research in ancient Anatolia and worked with Mustafa Sahin to direct the excavation of the submerged Basilica. (1:10) Nicaea; (3:00) The discovery of the Basilica; (5:25) Mark’s involvement; (6:40) The 3 major theories; (10:05) The evidence; (15:10) The legacy of Nicaea. Links mentioned in this episode: /www.biblicalarchaeology.org/scholar/mark-fairchild/ www.amazon.com/Underwater-Basilica-Nicaea-Archaeology-Birthplace/dp/1514010674 ivpress.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Joshua Farris – What is a Person? 24:34

11 weeks ago24:34

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What is a person? Where did the idea of personhood come from? Brent talks with Joshua Farris about his recent articles on personhood on De Gruyter. (0:50) Where did the idea of a person come from? (4:15) Boethius and personhood; (7:15) The Reformation and personhood. Calvin; (11:05) Modern Europe and the States; (13:45) Descartes and the person; (16:40) Jonathan Edwards and the person; (19:05) The idea of persons in the modern West. Links mentioned in this episode: www.degruyter.com/database/EBR/entry/key_56fb87e7-b85b-4bb7-b4ec-53d6e45d5382/html soulscienceministries.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Patricia Boyce – Light for the Journey Through Dry Bone Valley 24:36

11 weeks ago24:36

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Do you feel as though you’re in a valley of dry bones? Brent talks with Dr. Patricia Boyce, the author of a new book from Renown Publishing called ‘Light for the Journey Through Dry Bone Valley: How Points of Connection in You, Your Relationships, and Your Community Can Reinvigorate Your Life’. Patricia is a licensed professional counselor of Mental Health in Delaware and Maryland. She’s Nationally Certified, with a master’s degree in counseling and a doctorate in psychology. She’s been in private practice since 2003 having previously worked in the private and government sectors. In 2003, she received the Presidential Leadership Award. (1:00) Dry Bone Valley; (2:30) Patricia’s experience; (4:15) A lack of trust; (5:45) Negative emotions and the church; (7:00) Anxiety and stress; (9:40) Training our brain; (12:00) Breathing; (14:00) Depression; (16:00) Our inner child; (17:50) Attachment styles; (19:20) The empty chair technique; (20:30) Emotional resilience. Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com.au/Light-Journey-Through-Bone-Valley-ebook/dp/B0CJS1MRVH drpatsytransformingconnections.squarespace.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Jennifer Holberg – John Donne 27:01

12 weeks ago27:01

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Brent talks with Jennifer Holberg about John Donne and his holy sonnet ‘Batter my heart, three-person'd God’. How does Donne describe God at work with his soul? Jennifer is professor and chair of the English Department at Calvin University in the States and co-director of the Calvin Center for Faith and Writing. She’s also the author of the book ‘Nourishing Narratives’. (1:40) Who was John Donne? (4:00) The Holy Sonnets; (6:55) A crisis of faith? (11:30) Lines 1 and 2; (13:10) Lines 3 and 4. More violent imagery; (17:30) Lines 5 and 6; (20:20) The marriage metaphor in lines 9-11. Links mentioned in this episode: calvin.edu/people/jennifer-l-holberg Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Alastair Roberts – Zechariah 10 14:07

12 weeks ago14:07

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How are Exodus themes prominent in Zechariah 10? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States. (0:25) The oracle; (1:10) More Exodus material; (3:45) V 2; (5:10) Sheep and shepherd imagery; (7:30) The Seleucids; (8:00) V 4 – the cornerstone? (8:55) Verses 10 and 11 – a return from exile; (11:40) V 10 – Gilead and Lebanon; (12:10) Strength and strengthening. Links mentioned in this episode: alastairadversaria.com / theopolisinstitute.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter . For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.…

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Alastair Roberts – Zechariah 9 23:53

13 weeks ago23:53