Reconstruct

By John Raines and Dan Koch

What's Reconstruct about?

John Raines and Dan Koch explore philosophical and theological topics to help individuals who have deconstructed their worldviews through the process of reconstructing their worldviews.

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Reconstruct episodes:

02.17.2019
Postmodernism, The Bible, and Truth
John and Dan share their responses to their interview with theologian Kevin Vanhoozer. Most of their discussion revolves around the validity of postmodernism, the interpretation of the Bible, and the nature of truth.
02.17.2019
Kevin Vanhoozer—Postmodern Philosophy & Christian Theology
John and Dan speak with theologian Kevin Vanhoozer about postmodern philosophy and Christian theology. Vanhoozer is the author of several serious works of philosophical theology, all of which can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Kevin-J.-Vanhoozer/e/B001HCYU2O%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share. Of particular interest is his book "Is There...
01.20.2019
Deconstruction and Reconstruction
John Raines and Dan Koch provide updates on their recent processes of deconstruction and reconstruction.
08.05.2017
Matthew Kaemingk—Theology and Culture
Season 1 Finale: Dr. Matthew Kaemingk speaks with John and Dan about Theology and Culture. We discuss the nature of worldview and assumptions, cultural deconstruction, political theology, the contours of a Christian redemption story, and a theology of work and...
07.29.2017
Adam Clark—Spiritual Practices and Contemplation
Adam Clark speaks with John and Dan about spiritual practices, contemplation, and moral formation. His perspectives are insightful because all too often we tend to understand our Christian faith primarily in terms of beliefs and ideas instead of practices and...
07.22.2017
Rita Kowats’s Story—Catholic to Mennonite
Rita Kowats walks John and Dan through her story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from being a Catholic to becoming a Mennonite. Her story is uniquely rooted in social justice, the contemplative tradition, and mystic theology. You can find her writings at...
07.15.2017
How Do We Move Beyond Inerrancy?
John and Dan walk through John’s answer to a listener question about biblical inerrancy. John has 6 main points to his discussion: 1) If not Inerrancy, then what do I believe? (00:00-09:00) | 2) What Inerrancy is, and what it...
07.01.2017
What Is Biblical Inerrancy?
John and Dan walk through Dan’s answer to a listener question about biblical inerrancy. There are four points to the discussion: 1) Naive Inerrancy and Robust Inerrancy (00:00-24:00) | 2) Infallibility (24:00-40:00) | 3) How Does Inerrancy Affect One’s View...
06.17.2017
Drew Hart—Black Liberation Theology
Drew Hart walks John and Dan through his articulation of Black Liberation Theology. He brings an impressive depth of knowledge and experience to this discussion, and he shows us why this particular theological perspective is so important and insightful. |...
06.10.2017
David Congdon’s Story—Evangelical to Existential
David Congdon walks John and Dan through his story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from a committed Evangelical to an Existentialist and member of the Episcopal church. His story is deeply seated in theology and academia, and he brings a really unique perspective...
06.03.2017
How Many Ways Can We Interpret The Bible?
John and Dan walk through Dan’s answer to a listener question about biblical interpretation. Dan touches upon four topics in his discussion: 1) The Similarities and Differences with John’s answer (00:00-20:00) | 2) Interpretation guided by Moral Intuition (20:00-37:00) |...
05.20.2017
Thomas Oord—The Uncontrolling Love Of God
Theologian Thomas Oord walks John and Dan through his novel theory of providence, which highlights God’s noncoercive love. He’s also giving away a free audio copy of his book, The Uncontrolling Love of God. Follow this link and scroll down...
05.14.2017
God, Language, and Pluralism
John and Dan discuss the identity, essence, and being of God, the role of language in religious experience, and Christianity’s place in the midst of religious pluralism. They dive into these issues as a result of last episode’s discussion with...
05.13.2017
Mike McHargue’s Story—Baptist to Mystic
"Science” Mike McHargue walks John and Dan through his story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from a Southern Baptist to Christian Mystic. He touches on many issues he hasn’t publicly discussed before, and it all makes for an insightful conversation. Check out...
05.06.2017
What Must One Believe To Be Saved?
John and Dan explore a listener question: "how much and what exactly must one believe to be saved?" Their very different but surprisingly interrelated answers makes for an insightful conversation. (0:00-27:00)—Dan's Answer | (28:00-01:00:00)—John's Answer | (1:00:00-1:24:00)—Closing Conversation | For...
04.30.2017
Peter Enns—The Nature of Scripture
Dr. Peter Enns walks John and Dan through his view of Scripture and its relation to theology and life. For more information visit www.reconstructpodcast.com ©John Raines, Dan Koch, and Reconstruct 2017
04.29.2017
Deconstruction, Reconstruction, and Our Stories
John and Dan explore the philosophical roots of deconstruction, the nature of reconstruction, and share their own stories. 0:00-51:00—Stories 51:00-01:16:00—Deconstruction & Reconstruction For more information visit www.reconstructpodcast.com ©John Raines, Dan Koch, and Reconstruct 2017

What's Reconstruct about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Reconstruct episodes:

Postmodernism, The Bible, and Truth

Kevin Vanhoozer—Postmodern Philosophy & Christian Theology

Deconstruction and Reconstruction

Matthew Kaemingk—Theology and Culture

Adam Clark—Spiritual Practices and Contemplation

Rita Kowats’s Story—Catholic to Mennonite

How Do We Move Beyond Inerrancy?

What Is Biblical Inerrancy?

Drew Hart—Black Liberation Theology

David Congdon’s Story—Evangelical to Existential

How Many Ways Can We Interpret The Bible?

Thomas Oord—The Uncontrolling Love Of God

God, Language, and Pluralism

Mike McHargue’s Story—Baptist to Mystic

What Must One Believe To Be Saved?

Peter Enns—The Nature of Scripture

Deconstruction, Reconstruction, and Our Stories