Ideology

In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick explore how the Gospel transforms society, emphasizing that culture shapes us even as we seek to reshape it. They discuss historical trends, the risk of cultural captivity, and the need for a holistic gospel that impacts every sphere of life. Rejecting monastic escapism, they highlight key factors for transformation: discipleship, reliance on God’s power, and spiritual warfare. This episode sets the stage for deeper discussions on stewarding revival wisely. Listen in for more!

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In Episode 10 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion begun in the previous episode about the underlying assumptions and beliefs that affect believer's engagement with culture today. In part 2, they evaluate how manners and grammar, as well as competing and undefined epistemologies present challenges to the modern believer to represent Jesus faithfully to contemporary society. Listen in for more!

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- Waited for You (instrumental) by Tyler Brown Williams

In Episode 9 of Season 5, Drew & Mick revisit some well-worn paths from a fresh perspective, discussing how our corporate underlying beliefs create pathways of social mobility that inform our approach to justice and engagement with the poor, for example.

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- Uncharted by Analog Heart

In Episode 8 of Season 5, Mick interviews Dr. Jamey Miller - senior pastor of Antioch Fort Worth - on the eve of the release of his new book, Surprised by the Trinity - Discovering More of the Love of God. Listen in as Dr. Miller explores the relational nature of the Triune God - Father, Son, and Spirit - revealing how our worship, community, and mission are shaped by this divine reality. Through deep theological reflections and practical insights, Miller invites us to experience the fullness of life in the Trinity, challenging us to engage with God in a way that transforms both thinking and living.

**Dr. Miller's book is available to purchase on Amazon

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- Una Sola Vez by Max LL

In Episode 7 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion about trinitarian theology, looking at some of the main tensions that emerge when contemplating God as both three and one, as well as the traditional attributes of God and how to think about those attributes concerning the different persons of the Trinity. Listen in for more!

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- Torrid Piano (pads only) by Bradford Nyght

In Episode 6 of Season 5, Drew and Mick dive deeper into the nuances of trinitarian theology - patristic roots, historical trajectory, and key distinctions - as well as how these ideas intersect with the everyday life of the believer. Listen in for more!

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Resources referenced:

- Nicaea and Its Legacy by Lewis Ayres

- Retrieving Nicaea by Khaled Anatolios

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- This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira

In Episode 5 of Season 5, Drew and Mick discuss the merits of being diligent students of God. Why should I care about theology? This is an intro session to a longer discussion about the trinitarian nature of God in particular. Listen in for more!

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- This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira

In Episode 4 of Season 5, Drew and Mick conclude a four-week exploration of the Missio Dei. In this discussion, they discuss how we, as individuals, can participate practically in God's purposes. How do I discern my "calling"? What role does the broader body of Christ play? Listen in for more!

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- The Shape of Your Smile by RORE

In Episode 3 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to unpack the idea of the Mission of God, this time by looking at the biblical story arc. How is the idea of the Missio Dei developed throughout the Bible? Listen in to find out!

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Resources referenced:

- The Mission of God by Christopher Wright

- Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in the Theology of Mission by David Bosch

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- Sunshine (instrumental) by Leucadia

In Episode 2 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to reflect on the theme of "The Mission of God." Here they explore how modern narratives regarding church growth throughout the centuries can be connected to colonialism. Has the work of missionaries been detrimental to culture? Listen in for more!

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Resources referenced:

- Whose Religion is Christianity: The Gospel Beyond the West by Lamin Sanneh

- The Missionary Movement in Christian History: Studies in the Transmission of the Faith by Andrew Walls

- Christian Mission: How Christianity Became a World Religion by Dana Robert

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- So Fresh by The Fancee