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- Life, Death, and Friendship in Star Trek: Picard
In this episode Leah and Andrew explore some theological themes from the latest Star Trek TV series Picard. First, they talk about the theme of personhood. In this they discuss the value of human life and recognizing that value in others and self. Second, they talk about whether or not the reality of death and mortality are truly part of what it means to be human. Lastly, they talk about the theme of friendship and offer encouragements for maintaining friendships in the midst of COVID-19. In addition to discussing new characters such as Soji, they discuss the beloved characters of Picard, Data, Hugh, and Seven of Nine throughout the episode.
During the segments Leah and Andrew talk about the Queen of England accidentally wearing a green screen and Leah shares a heretical song she learned in childhood.
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49 min - In the Beginning God Created, But How? - Two Views
In this episode Leah and Andrew explore the arguments for Young Earth and Old Earth Creationism. First, they talk about the Hebrew term yom (English: day) and the theological significance of Adam. Then Leah tackles a few of the arguments from Old Earth Creationism including a vast usage of the word yom in the Old Testament, evidence from the fossil record and Cambrian Explosion, and astronomical evidence. Andrew tackles the arguments for Young Earth Creationism including yom being understood as a 24 hour period, understanding Genesis as literal history, the Global Flood as cause for the fossil record, and more. While Christians have disagreed about exactly how God created the earth, they agree that God created it. Despite this agreement and the many disagreements, Leah and Andrew believe that an exploration into scripture, theology, and science is a fruitful endeavour as it allows the explorer to learn more about the creation and the Creator Himself.
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Recommended Resources:
Youth Earth Creationism: Answers in Genesis: https://answersingenesis.org/
Old Earth Creationism: Reasons to Believe: https://reasons.org/
Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design: https://amzn.to/2yzjx5f
The Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old Testament, 2 volume set https://amzn.to/2JFPTxI
36 min - Gay and Christian: Russell Almand's Story, Part 2In this episode Leah and Andrew interview seminary student Russell Almand about his journey of growing up in the church and realizing he was gay. In part 2 Russell talks about several biblical passages around homosexuality and dove into Romans 1:26-27. Russell emphasizes that biblical passages on homosexuality should be the beginning of conversations with others rather than the end. Next he gives his advice to the church and other gay Christians as they seek to love the gay community well while maintaining a traditional biblical understanding of marriage. Russell gives clarity, theological depth, and compassion in his explanations and reflections. In part 1, Russell shared his story, challenges, and blessings that come from being a gay Christian.38 min
- Gay and Christian: Russell Almand's Story, Part 1In this episode Leah and Andrew interview seminary student Russell Almand about his journey of growing up in the church and realizing he was gay. In part 1, Russell shares his story, challenges, and blessings that come from being a gay Christian. Part 2 will focus on his advice to the church and other gay Christians. Russell gives clarity, theological depth, and compassion in his explanations and reflections.31 min
- Women and Gay Christians in the Church, Part 2
In this episode Leah has a conversation with her friend Carrie Cooper about the place of women and gay Christians in the church. Carrie and I had been working on a paper on these topics and are excited to share it with the listeners! This episode provides suggestions and resources on how to connect with women and gay Christians better. Part 1 focused on women's issues and part 2 mostly focuses on gay Christian issues.
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Recommended Resources:
Moral Combat: How Sex Divided American Christians and Fractured American Politics by R. Marie Griffith
Orthodox/Non-affirming Perspective:
A War of Loves by David Bennett
Spiritual Friendship by Wesley Hill
Washed and Waiting by Wesley Hill
Progressive/Affirming Perspective:
God and the Gay Christian by Matthew Vines
Guests and their recommended resources may or may not reflect the views of Leah or Andrew.
29 min - Women and Gay Christians in the Church, Part 1
In this episode Leah has a conversation with her friend Carrie Cooper about the place of women and gay Christians in the church. Carrie and I had been working on a paper on these topics and are excited to share it with the listeners! Carrie exegetes many biblical passages on the topic of women in the church and we share what we learned from writing the paper. Part 1 mostly focuses on women's issues and part 2 will mostly focus on gay Christian issues.
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Guests and their recommended resources may or may not reflect the views of Leah or Andrew.
48 min - Facebook Live: Our Faith Journeys
This episode was originally recorded on Facebook Live on March 17, 2020. It has been edited and reposted here. Please be gracious with the audio quality as this was our first time using Facebook Live and we had some issues. This episode discusses the faith journeys of Leah & Andrew along with offering some encouragement amidst COVID-19.
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37 min - Worldview & Spiritual Deconstruction
In this episode Leah and Andrew talk about Rhett & Link's deconstruction stories (see below for more direct resources around their deconstruction arguments). Leah and Andrew talk about not needing to be afraid of these deconstruction stories and discuss some of Rhett's apologetic objections. Then they talk about what a worldview is, some key questions a worldview should answer, and how being aware of someone's worldview can help you connect better with them in the midst of their deconstruction or faith struggle.
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Resources mentioned in episode:
1. Why Does God Allow Evil? by Clay Jones https://amzn.to/2HRVG2l
2. Why I Still Believe by MaryJo Sharp https://amzn.to/38eKoQb
Responses to Rhett & Link's Deconstruction:
1. Responding to Rhett and Link's "Spiritual Deconstruction" (w/ Mike Licona) by Capturing Christianity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjZsIxSkKzc
2. "Let’s Deconstruct a Deconversion Story: The Case of Rhett and Link" by Alisa Childers https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/rhett-link-deconversion/
3. "Red Flags in the Spiritual Deconstruction of My Old Friends Rhett and Link" by Shelby Abbott https://shelbyabbott.com/2020/02/26/red-flags-spiritual-deconstruction-old-friends-rhett-link/
52 min - Exploring Biblical & Historical Apologists
In this episode Leah and Andrew explore the concept of apologetics and those who practiced apologetics in the scriptures and in early church history. They talk about apologetics in the ministries of the prophet Elijah and the Apostle Paul as well as early Christian apologists Justin Martyr and Tertullian. In the midst of studying historic apologists, the concept of Gnosticism is unpacked as an example of the need for apologetics in early Christianity.
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Resource mentioned in episode:
Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics by Norm Geisler: https://amzn.to/32m13jw
GotQuestions.org
Invitation to Church History: World by Dr. John Hannah: https://amzn.to/2Vfam3r
44 min - Interview with Aryn Michelle: Apologetics-Based Music
In this episode Leah and Andrew interview recording artist Aryn Michelle who released an Apologetics-based album called The Realest Thing. She talks about her own musical journey, finding God's will for your life, and being creative in the arts as a reflection of the Creator.
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Resource mentioned in episode:
The Realest Thing by Aryn Michelle (music): https://arynmichelle.bandcamp.com/album/the-realest-thing
Love the Lord with All Your Mind by J. P. Moreland: https://amzn.to/2Hui1CT
The Mind of the Maker by Dorothy Sayers: https://amzn.to/39ERbUD
Reasonable Faith by William Lane Craig: https://amzn.to/2uIc1nj
Follow Aryn Michelle on her website: https://www.arynmichelle.com/
Guests and their recommended resources may or may not reflect the views of Leah or Andrew.
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a podcast for regular people with real questions about the Christian faith