Mid-faith Crisis

By Nick Page & Joe DavisSociety & Culture Religion & Spirituality Christianity Spirituality Philosophy

Mid-faith Crisis episodes

February 04, 2017Episode 9: Get grumpy about something that matters
It’s a feedback show! In which our heroes share some letters and emails from some of our listeners – all of which are more profound, intelligent and deeply moving than the normal rubbish we provide. Along the way we explore how to disagree well, why The Velveteen Rabbit is one of the great books of spiritual formation, the need for us not to give into cynicism and how to channel our grumpiness into good.
Support Oasis Trust home for refugee children
Support Open Doors work with persecuted Christians around the world
And read the Velveteen Rabbit.
29 min
February 04, 2017 Episode 9: Get grumpy about something that matters
It’s a feedback show! In which our heroes share some letters and emails from some of our listeners – all of which are more profound, intelligent and deeply moving than the normal rubbish we provide. Along the way we explore how to disagree well, why The Velveteen Rabbit is one of the great books of spiritual formation, the need for us not to give into cynicism and how to channel our grumpiness into good.
Support Oasis Trust home for refugee children
Support Open Doors work with persecuted Christians around the world
And read the Velveteen Rabbit.
29 min
January 21, 2017 Episode 8: The good news, part one
In which our heroes discuss the gospel. What’s so good about the good news? Along the way we explore the concept of a press release from the kingdom of God, and how Jesus invites us to join our kingdom with his – because we all need a bit of regime change, folks. Meanwhile, Nick rants about language, we welcome back the trousers of ambiguity and Joe mysteriously fails to set off the sermon alarm.
30 min
January 21, 2017 Episode 8: The good news, part one
In which our heroes discuss the gospel. What’s so good about the good news? Along the way we explore the concept of a press release from the kingdom of God, and how Jesus invites us to join our kingdom with his – because we all need a bit of regime change, folks. Meanwhile, Nick rants about language, we welcome back the trousers of ambiguity and Joe mysteriously fails to set off the sermon alarm.
30 min
January 08, 2017 Episode 7: I’m H.A.P.P.Y
In which our heroes discuss happiness. Happy new year, everyone! But what does it mean to be happy? Can we really pursue happiness? What really makes for a happy life? Along the way, Nick blames the Declaration of Independence, we explore why new year’s resolutions never last and Joe claims the greatest gift of Christmas is actually cheese.
29 min
January 08, 2017 Episode 7: I’m H.A.P.P.Y
In which our heroes discuss happiness. Happy new year, everyone! But what does it mean to be happy? Can we really pursue happiness? What really makes for a happy life? Along the way, Nick blames the Declaration of Independence, we explore why new year’s resolutions never last and Joe claims the greatest gift of Christmas is actually cheese.
29 min
December 24, 2016Episode 6: ‘Do not be afraid…’
In which our heroes celebrate Christmas. Why is it good news? It’s a special Christmas episode, enlivened by the fact that Joe and and Nick are actually in the same room for once. We look at how the Bible really depicts Christmas, why it really is a cause for celebration, and the hope of its key message: ‘Do not be afraid’. Plus a look at some stupid Christmas carol lyrics, whether you can get epiphed at epiphany, we have actual poetry and Joe makes heroic attempts to pronounce Lamb shawarma.
Love Came Down at Christmas is, of course, a poem by Christina Rosetti. This version was created for this video from Open Doors. Please have a look.
Also, Yotam Ottolenghi’s recipe for Roast Potatoes with Prunes and Caramel is fantastic. Try it.
23 min
December 24, 2016 Episode 6: ‘Do not be afraid…’
In which our heroes celebrate Christmas. Why is it good news? It’s a special Christmas episode, enlivened by the fact that Joe and and Nick are actually in the same room for once. We look at how the Bible really depicts Christmas, why it really is a cause for celebration, and the hope of its key message: ‘Do not be afraid’. Plus a look at some stupid Christmas carol lyrics, whether you can get epiphed at epiphany, we have actual poetry and Joe makes heroic attempts to pronounce Lamb shawarma.
Love Came Down at Christmas is, of course, a poem by Christina Rosetti. This version was created for this video from Open Doors. Please have a look.
Also, Yotam Ottolenghi’s recipe for Roast Potatoes with Prunes and Caramel is fantastic. Try it.
23 min
December 11, 2016 Episode 5: Church, and how to survive it
In which our heroes discuss church. What is it? Why do people stop going? This week’s podcast look at the strengths and limitations of church, what our attitude to church should be, and why we have to take responsibility for our own spiritual formation. All this despite Joe’s bad back, Nick’s hangover and some concerns over whether the guitar is really ‘Satan’s banjo’.
29 min
December 11, 2016 Episode 5: Church, and how to survive it
In which our heroes discuss church. What is it? Why do people stop going? This week’s podcast look at the strengths and limitations of church, what our attitude to church should be, and why we have to take responsibility for our own spiritual formation. All this despite Joe’s bad back, Nick’s hangover and some concerns over whether the guitar is really ‘Satan’s banjo’.
29 min