A Human’s Being and Doing: Part 1 | Episode 161

Barry starts a conversation about being human, prompted by reading Hannah Arendt’s book, The Human Condition. In scripture there is an inherent relationship between our being and doing. To give everything back to God, it may help to know what the pieces of that...

An Uncomfortable Gracious Thing | Episode 160

Barry talks about Psalm 79 and the shift necessary to make the most of mistreatment. Yes, I said making the most of mistreatment. With all the natural evil in this world, God is most interested in working the evil out of his people. We never seek God’s help because we...

Land Marks and Mines: Part 3 | Episode 159

Barry completes the series about a Christian’s moral and political obligations. Jesus, our example, is the only one who can safely traverse the land marks and mines, heading right to love of God and others in a way that shakes the foundation of the world to its core....

Land Marks and Mines: Part 2 | Episode 158

Barry finishes up the foundation for a conversation about the conjunction of ethical society and theological ends. Today focuses on the strengths and weaknesses of progressivism and conservatism and how both are inherently flawed. While that sounds pessimistic, it...

Land Marks and Mines: Part 1 | Episode 157

Barry starts a series about how Christ’s life and ministry should inform our lives, defining the destination and the journey. Buckle your seat belts as we ride the emotional roller coaster of theological pessimism, political failure, and ethical obligation.  ...