Bombadil's Porch

By Chris Martin

We are three Christian dads trying to recover the lost art of sitting on the front porch together to building community, comradery, and taking some time to enjoy the view of God’s Word, and God’s worl... more

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The podcast currently has 138 episodes available.

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November 13, 2020S1E17 Old Wounds in Armenia, Social Media Migration, and Covid-19 Case Spikes in Spokane
In which we:
Reflect on the sins of the past and their echoes in the present for Armenia

Consider the rise of censorship-free social media platforms

Discuss an appropriate perspective on the recent rise in Covid-19 cases in Spokane
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57min
November 10, 2020S1E16 Evil in Ezra, Repentance, and the Poetry of George Herbert
In which we:
Consider the many faces of evil as seen in the book of Ezra

Looks at the biblical concept of repentance and it's place in the believer's life

Learn from the life and poetry of George Herbert
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1h 1min
November 06, 2020S1E15 5 Stories You Missed, Lying Brains, When Schools Go Too Far
In which we:
Survey five international stories we might miss in the election bonanza

Review a study showing our brains keep us from our full potential

Discuss, in the aftermath of Referendum 90, when a Christian can no longer support public education
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1h 4min
November 03, 2020S1E14 God's Purpose in Human Weakness, Divine "Givenness," and a Sense of Adventure
In which we:
Consider the purposes of God in human disability and infirmity

Remind ourselves of God's authority in the patterns of Creation

Learn from a risk-taker how to sharpen our sense of adventure
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54min
October 30, 2020S1E13 Human Worth by the Numbers, a Clash of Evangelical Titans, and a Tricky Halloween
In which we:
Consider some shocking numbers related to our physical bodies

Learn from disagreements between evangelical titans on politics

Discuss our Halloween plans in a year that's more trick than treat
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1h
October 27, 2020S1E12 Happy Obedience, Jesus as Prophet/Priest/King, Growing up Yanomam'o
In which we:
Take encouragement from the joy of obedience

Consider Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King

Enjoy the adventures of Growing Up Yanomamö
...more
55min
October 23, 2020S1E11 The Pope, a Pratt, and Renaming Schools
In which we:
Discuss Pope Francis' recent comments on Civil Unions

Look at the backlash against Chris Pratt, and against those who defend him

Evaluate the wisdom of renaming local schools in light of past sins
...more
1h 1min
October 20, 2020S1E10 True Rest, Worldview Class Opportunity, Eucatastrophe
In which we:
Consider Psalm 62 and how to rest in a restless world

Hear from special guest Dr. Ben Orchard about an upcoming class on worldviews

Learn the true purpose of faery-story from J.R.R. Tolkien
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1h 3min
October 16, 2020S1E8 [Audio Issues] Paul's Glory, Essential Theology, and Spiritual Warfare
In which we:
Take note of Paul's glory in ministry

Discuss the top 8 essential theological concepts

Are reminded how to engage in biblical spiritual warfare
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49min
October 16, 2020S1E9 Tall Boys, Thinking on Your Feet, and Evolving Dictionaries
In which we:
Learn of the challenges posed by unexploded ordinance from the past

Consider the power of a simple walk on the clarity of our mind

Take heed at the speed with which dictionaries adapt to cultural fads
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47min

FAQs about Bombadil's Porch:

How many episodes does Bombadil's Porch have?

The podcast currently has 138 episodes available.