Hallway Digressions

The Bible department reflects on how Christians should engage in the topic of gun control. Referencing a recent debate posted on the Gospel Coalition, the teachers consider various elements of the discussion that often go unaddressed when discussing guns. Tune in and enjoy!

(Audio Alert: Due to the live recording and the additional mics and spacing, the audio is not great... But the content is!) In this episode, the Bible department records a live ep at the junior high chapel. They discuss an article on an AI chatbot that is designed to replace the drama and social anxiety that comes with interpersonal relationships through technology that will simulate the ideal caring friend. They discuss why this cannot work and how Christians should think and respond to the loneliness epidemic. Enjoy!

The guys were a little behind on show prep this week, but they end up discussing a massively important topic: same-sex attraction and gender identity. They touch on logic and rationale, social and emotional factors, and the Christian response. Don't miss this one!

In today's episode, the Bible department continues to evaluate movies from a Christian perspective—considering redemptive narratives, Messianic characters, and beautiful or virtuous themes. This episode is an evaluation of the movie, "Dune." Tune in to hear their thoughts!

Enjoy this special, live recording of the Bible Department leading a guys-only chapel. They start out with a review of We Were Soldiers by Mr. Barber. Sloffer follows with a cultural analysis of manhood. Then D brings the heat to wrap it up with an exhortation to young men—especially those who may not have good examples of manhood in their lives. (Please forgive the quick blip when D starts out talking. Only about 5 seconds were lost, but you can still track with him.)

In this episode, the Bible Department discusses the phenomenon of teacher entropy as they enter the fourth quarter. Also, the topics of how much and at what age students should be exposed to certain content that may expose the gravity of human falleness. Finally, the guys discuss the idea of pursuing beauty in the midst of wartime and suffering. Should beauty be pursued when suffering is all around? Can beauty be appreciated when bombs are falling? This and more lies ahead. Enjoy!

In today's episode, the Bible department continues a discussion on beauty. Is it subjective or is it objective? Why do we sometimes really get beauty wrong as humans? Why do we sometimes do a bad job making beautiful things? Plus, at the end of the episode, we unveil a new series that requires some crowd participation! Tune in and enjoy a beautiful podcast!

The Bible department weaves a variety of topics together in this episode—from contemplating the New Earth, what the Lord of the Rings does in our minds, to how we filter and respond to various types of media. Tune in and enjoy!

The Bible teachers are back in action after an extended hiatus since Christmas break! The catch-up, discuss Lord of the Rings, video games, and the Metaverse's new virtual reality world. Lots to enjoy and lots to ponder!