Jeff, Gianna, and Michael explore the challenges and responsibilities of living as a Christian community in today's world. They discuss the importance of embodying the teachings of Jesus, particularly the Sermon on the Mount, and the need to focus on community engagement rather than just individual conversion. They highlight the tension between political power and the cross-shaped life that Jesus exemplified, urging listeners to consider how they can live out their faith collectively in a way that reflects the values of Christ.

 CORRECTION:

The email to connect with Bill Barberg was incorrectly given in this episode. The correct email is:

[email protected]

Further information can also be found at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wy4mVExfujEhYj0Uz0t4ARrzNiciZDnhcGdiANY7eDU/edit?tab=t.0

00:00 Understanding Exile in the Christian Community

03:49 The Dual Nature of Exile

15:00 The Exilic Gospel and Community

17:05 Jesus and the Subversion of Power

29:55 Living Out the Exilic Identity

32:51 Building a Christ-Centered Community

34:42 The Challenge of Individualism in Faith

37:51 Preparing for a Life Together

40:52 The Shape of Christian Community

42:43 Living as Exiles in a Political World

46:45 The Power of the Cross vs. Political Power

51:38 Embodying the Teachings of Jesus

55:30 Conversion vs. Community Living

58:49 Trusting in Christ's Alternative Way of Life