Because We're Not the Same

Due to guests cancelling at the last minute and Nathan having to go through oral surgery to get his wisdom teeth removed, there won't be a regular episode of Because We're Not the Same this week, but instead we'll be focusing on some bonus content, namely a piece of cut side-conversation between Nathan and Philip Nadurak, as they talk about DC movies and speculate on whether or not the Snyder Cut will ever come out.

If you're interested in hearing a wider conversation between these two gentlemen, then you can check out Episode 007: "Heresy", where we delve into topics such as fornication and adding to the canon of Scripture.

Hermen-a-what?? According to the dictionary, it's the study of the methodological principles of interpretation, especially that of Biblical texts, and it's also the topic of discussion that Nathan is having in this episode with aspiring counselor, Bible college student and fellow church-goer Gordon Clark. From Hell to homosexuality, from creation to revival, nothing is off the table when it comes to this particular discussion of ministry and studying the Bible.

What's it like doing short-term mission work in a country that puts you far beyond your comfort zone? And how far are you willing to go in order to keep up with that type of ministry? Those are the kind of questions we'll be taking a look at on this episode of the podcast, as Nathan brings on his friend Ricky Sommerfeld to talk about his experiences doing short-term mission work in Ecuador, as well as briefly touching on him getting certified as a Christian Life Coach.

Links to Resources Mentioned:

Inca Link: https://www.incalink.org/

Bob Goff: https://bobgoff.com/

Garmin Fenix 5 Plus: https://buy.garmin.com/en-CA/CA/p/603267/pn/010-01988-04

Ricky Sommerfeld Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/this_is_rsom/

Ricky Sommerfeld E-Mail Address: [email protected]

This week, Nathan talks with his friend Roseline Kapongo about her dream to reach university students through a ministry called Crossover. We talk about the origins of Crossover, and what its vision for the future happens to entail.

If you want to learn more about Crossover, you can check the following links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossovercanada/

Crossover Conference Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/crossover-2020-registration-106278716502?aff=efbevent

After a six week hiatus, we are back as Nathan brings in his friend Martin Diez to talk about his spiritual evolution and ministry journey across the USA and Germany.

2020 is the year that keeps getting worse, and thanks to the worldwide wave of riots and protests that have sparked off in response to the murder of George Floyd, Samir and Nathan have something worth talking about on this week's episode. What are their takes on police violence against racial minorities? How do they think that justice needs to be served in this type of situation? Can a black dude and a white dude have a civil conversation about these difficult topics and somehow not get angry at each other? Let's take a listen to find out.

Out of respect for the tragedy that has happened, this episode is not sponsored.

Resources Referenced:

Sermon featuring church member describing their visit to Heaven and Hell

Washington Post article highlighting income disparity between black and white people in Minneapolis

Mini-documentary featuring John Piper talking about how he used to be racist

In response to Nathan staying up at ungodly hours and overworking himself on projects, both he and Samir sit down to have a chat on what it means to rest and relax - even when it's at a time when you feel like there are more important things to do.

Samir's back from vacation, and here to talk about a recent conflict he had with Nathan that tested their loyalty to each other and threatened to end their friendship for good. How did they make it through the storm? Take a listen and find out!

This week, we attempt to go back to normal as Nathan brings in his friend Jamie Newman to talk about circumstantial encounters, unexpected miracles, the process of sanctification with God, and what it's like to do ministry in the spiritual wasteland of Portland, Oregon, a city better known for hipsters and Antifa than the holy presence of the Almighty.

This week, we're continuing to do what we can to jump the shark over a canyon, while covered in glitter and setting ourselves on fire, as Nathan brings in his friend Gary Simpson to have a reasonable discussion about what it means to be both queer and Christian, and how one can justify themselves as such when it otherwise appears to be impossible. Can they both be friendly without resorting to throwing slurs at each other? Is it safe for an audience to listen to without feeling attacked? Perhaps it's worth listening to find out.

If you want to find out more about Gary Simpson or the work he's put out, here are some links to click on:

Websites:

Created Gay: https://createdgay.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/created_gay/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CreatedGay