This episode presents a different perspective on the Beatitudes. 

This episode explores some thoughts about God's perspective, our perspectives, compartmentalism, integration, and a few other nuggets here and there.

Resources:

Jordan Peterson Interview   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rAqVmZwqZM&t=0s

As we look at Chapter 2 of the Divine Conspiracy, we  look at how we have turned the gospel into a system of sin management and why that doesn’t work. 

Episode Resources:

https://www.christiantoday.com/article/american.study.reveals.indulgent.lifestyle.christians.no.different/9439.htm

https://www.barna.com/research/faith-has-a-limited-effect-on-most-peoples-behavior/

https://www.barna.com/research/christians-relational-health/

https://www.barna.com/research/resilient-discipleship/

https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2021/february/ravi-zacharias-rzim-investigation-sexual-abuse-sexting-rape.html

www.netgrace.org

https://www.christiancentury.org/article/2013-10/evangelicals-worse-catholics-sexual-abuse

What did Jesus mean by "the kingdom of heaven" and what does this have to do with us? 

Just a few thoughts on why Jesus was so significant and how we reflect that today.

The things we consume play a major role in determining who we are becoming. How's That Working for us? The typical ways we try to enact change in our societies only leads to more laws and not true change in character? How's That Working for us? The typical ways we present Jesus and his teachings seems to only lead to more division, laws, dogmas, etc., but no true change in the heart? How's That Working for us?

Additional Resources:

Tristan Harris TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C74amJRp730&t=32s

Former male porn star interview:  https://youtu.be/Hx-p9Wr6xg0

Divine Conspiracy: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ7tmLfYg7S8MPo-b73Q_-g3HYNMqLZ2Q

So much of how we respond to life is simply based on our perceived reality. Jesus gave us principles that when applied help us to come to "know the truth" of a reality that transcends perspectives. These principles prove to be relevant and practical for us today.

In this episode we talk about Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy, and seeing Jesus as practical and relevant.

Walking Closer Youtube Channel

In this episode, I explain a little more about my story and why I have the approach I have with Walking Closer.

For the first episode of 2021, I give an update on a new adventure with the podcast, I revisit the reasons behind this podcast, and tell you a little bit more about my own story. 

Walking Closer YouTube Channel