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Rediscovering Dangerous Jesus: Kevin "KB" Burgess on Faith, Justice, and the Role of Art


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Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage with rapper and author KB to explore how embracing the "Dangerous Jesus" can reignite the church's mission by confronting issues of justice, race, and cultural complacency. They delve into KB's faith journey, his insights on the Christianity of Christ versus the Christianity of the land, and the transformative power of art in challenging and inspiring believers today.

Key Takeaways:

  • Embracing the Dangerous Jesus – Understanding how rediscovering the true nature of Jesus can transform personal faith and the church's response to societal issues.
  • The Christianity of Christ vs. the Christianity of the Land – KB discusses Frederick Douglass's distinction and its relevance in today's American church, particularly regarding justice and race.
  • Cultivating Hope Amid Challenges – Strategies for maintaining hope and faithfulness in the midst of political polarization and church shortcomings.
  • The Role of Art and Music – Exploring how art can evangelize the imagination, engage hearts, and inspire action in a culture resistant to change.
  • A Call to Justice and Neighborly Love – Examining the essential role of justice and love for the vulnerable as core markers of genuine Christianity.

Guest Highlights:

KB (Kevin Burgess) – Rapper, author, and host of the Southside Rabbi podcast. KB shares his personal journey of faith, the inspiration behind his book Dangerous Jesus, and how the church can return to the transformative power of the Gospel by confronting issues of justice and embracing the true mission of Jesus.

Resources Mentioned:

  • Dangerous Jesus by KB – Available on Amazon
  • Southside Rabbi Podcast – southsiderabbi.com
  • Frederick Douglass's Writings
  • Zootopia (Film)
  • C.S. Lewis's Quote on Imagination

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As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to [email protected], and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.

We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV.

Our Merch Store! ETSY

Learn more about the Voxology Podcast

Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify

Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon

The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio

Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook

Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre

Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford

Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

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