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Conversations about contentious topics that encourage people to disagree well. Co-hosted by Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer.... more
FAQs about Family Discussion:How many episodes does Family Discussion have?The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.
March 02, 2021The Limits of General RevelationLisa and Marcos use the current CRT controversies as a test case for this question: How do we understand the limits of general revelation when studied apart from Scripture? Are there limits to this knowledge? How do we make sure we stay on track, particularly when controversy erupts in a "common grace field" like sociology? ...more52minPlay
February 23, 2021God's Self-RevelationThis week, Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic categories and take a look at the doctrine of revelation. How does the Self-Revelation of God help us think through social justice issues today? ...more38minPlay
February 16, 2021SPECIAL EPISODE: Ravi, Hillsong, and the Uncertain Future of American EvangelicalismLisa and Marcos take a break from their discussions of social justice to address the horrific reports of abuse perpetrated by Ravi Zacharias and the dysfunction at Hillsong Church. Does American Evangelicalism have a future? Pull up a chair for this important Family Discussion. ...more45minPlay
February 09, 2021God is JustWhenever Christians talk about Justice, they need to ask about the Justice of God. What does it mean that God is "Just"? What kinds of justice are in the Bible and how can Christians apply them today? Lisa and Marcos continue their systematic look at contentious issues. ...more44minPlay
February 02, 2021God as CreatorMarcos and Lisa continue their discussions of ethnicity and social justice from the lens of systematic theology. How does the doctrine of God as Creator help us understand these current issues?...more43minPlay
January 26, 2021The Trinity and JusticeMarcos and Lisa begin their work of applying Systematic Theology to questions of race, ethnicity, and justice. What does the Doctrine of God, particularly the Doctrine of the Trinity, have to say to these important issues? Dive into these deep waters for a filling conversation!...more45minPlay
January 19, 2021Systematic Theology and Social JusticeSeason Three is back! And we're taking a bit of a turn for this second part of the season. Now that we've discussed some of the definitions of race and justice, how might Christians use the categories of systematic theology to move the conversation forward? What is systematic theology anyway? Dive in with Lisa and Marcos for this week's Family Discussion. ...more36minPlay
December 15, 2020Digital HirelingsWhat is a digital hireling and why are they damaging for local churches? In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the distractions and challenges digital hirelings pose, provide tips on how to navigate the many voices clamoring for your attention, and encourage folks into deeper relationships with their local churches. We hope you enjoy this final episode of 2020!...more44minPlay
December 08, 2020The Church's Role in Culture ChangeDoes the Church have a place in the ongoing quest for culture change? Can the Church go too far (or not far enough) in seeking that change? Should we engage policy or only people? Lisa and Marcos tackle this controversial but important topic. ...more42minPlay
December 01, 2020The Goal of Justice ConversationsMany seem to be confused about the end goal of justice conversations in the church. What are we trying to accomplish? How will we know when we've met our goal? Lisa and Marcos share their hope for these conversations and orient the topics of race and justice toward the primary purposes of the Church....more48minPlay
FAQs about Family Discussion:How many episodes does Family Discussion have?The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.