Welcome to Ideology, a podcast where we explore the power of ideas and look at the underlying intellectual and theological frameworks that have given rise to the contours of our modern society. We chose "Ideology" for its etymology (idea, or pattern; + logos, or word/discourse). It is the science of ideas, the pattern of discourse that impacts how we perceive reality. Our goal is to look under the hood and evaluate how the ideologies of the past have influenced where we are today. This is both a diagnosis but also a hopeful prognosis as we project forward into the future.
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The Ideology podcast is a refreshing and thought-provoking show that delves into deeply important issues that often go unnoticed in mainstream media. This podcast provides clear and accessible conversations that encourage listeners to zoom out and critically examine their worldview. It is truly a gem in a sea of noise, offering an invaluable platform for discussions on topics that deserve more airtime.
One of the best aspects of The Ideology podcast is its ability to slow down and ask questions that help us think through how we view the world. The hosts, Mick and Drew, are brilliant in their ability to shed light on the quickly evolving discourse in western society. Their conversations not only provide valuable insights but also point back to God's Word and the teachings of Jesus. This unique combination makes for compelling episodes that offer both intellectual stimulation and spiritual guidance.
Another wonderful aspect of this podcast is its relevance to millennials like myself who are trying to make sense of this world while following Jesus. Mick and Drew tackle cultural changes head-on, providing language, perspective, and context to help us understand how our thinking is influenced by society. They offer quality information with brevity, making it easy for listeners to digest complex concepts without feeling overwhelmed. In essence, this podcast equips us with the tools needed to navigate the cultural influence over the church and foster spiritual growth within our society.
While The Ideology podcast is outstanding in many ways, it does have its limitations. One potential downside is that it may not appeal to those who do not share a Christian perspective or desire to anchor themselves in the kingdom of God. The heavy reliance on God's Word and teachings could deter some listeners who are seeking a more secular analysis of societal issues. However, for those who value faith-based discussions, this aspect adds immense value to the show.
In conclusion, The Ideology podcast is an essential listen for anyone looking to engage with important topics often overlooked by mainstream media. It offers clear and accessible conversations that point back to God's Word and teachings, making it a valuable resource for Christians seeking guidance in a rapidly changing world. Mick and Drew's brilliance in unpacking cultural discourse and providing tools for critical thinking is truly commendable. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone who wants to broaden their perspective and deepen their understanding of the world around them.
In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick reflect on an unexpected and encouraging trend in American spirituality—particularly among Gen Z. Despite cultural decline in church affiliation in recent decades, new data shows a surprising and significant reversal: a growing hunger for Jesus among young adults.Why is this happening? What has shifted in our culture, and how do we understand it biblically and pastorally? Drew and Mick unpack the factors driving this trend, including the spiritual void left by secularism, the collapse of the "secular gospel," and the longing for connection, meaning, and transcendence. They reflect on how the pandemic acted as an accelerant, exposing the bankruptcy of materialism and opening hearts to the eternal.Along the way, they explore deep theological themes like the nature of sin, the loss of self apart from God, and the hope found only in the person of Jesus Christ. Drawing from thinkers like Augustine and Athanasius, they articulate a vision of Christian anthropology that contrasts starkly with the self-focused, therapeutic culture of our time.This is an episode about revival, not in hype but in real hunger—and how the Church can be a winsome life raft rather than a culture warrior on a sinking ship.Connect with us:Email: ideologypc@gmail.comYoutube/Instagram: @ideologypcFeel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Resources referenced or alluded to:On the Incarnation by AthanasiusConfessions by AugustineThe Abolition of Man by C.S. LewisThe Gay Science and other works by Friedrich Nietzsche
In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick dive into the fascinating world of apologetics – the defense of the Christian faith through reason and argument. But this conversation is a bit different. Drew brings an ambivalent perspective, exploring the complexities of defending faith in a world full of competing truth claims.Why do some find apologetics helpful, and others, not so much? How do we navigate the tension between faith and reason, between historical evidence and personal belief? The episode explores these challenges and asks critical questions about the foundations of truth. Is apologetics a way to strengthen our faith, or could it inadvertently lead us to rely too heavily on human reason?Listen in as Drew and Mick unpack how we justify belief, from cosmological and teleological arguments to historical evidence of the resurrection. They also discuss Alvin Plantinga's ideas on "warranted Christian belief" and reflect on how personal experiences of God shape our understanding of truth.Connect with us:Email: ideologypc@gmail.comYoutube/Instagram: @ideologypcFeel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentResources referenced:Warranted Christian Belief by Alvin PlantingaThe Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach by Michael R. Licona
Drew and Mick continue the conversation around transformation—unpacking the believer's call to impact culture not through power grabs, but through vocation, faithfulness, and holistic living. From Genesis to Revelation, they trace the biblical roots of work as worship, explore the redemptive implications of the creation mandate, and offer a compelling vision for how everyday believers can participate in the Kingdom of God through their unique spheres of influence.Listen in for a thoughtful, hopeful, and practical exploration of vocation as a sacred calling.Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentConnect with us:Email: ideologypc@gmail.comYoutube/Instagram: @ideologypcResources referenced:Surprised by Hope by N.T. WrightHow Then Shall We Live? by Francis SchaefferBEMA Podcast (episodes ~76–81) by Marty SolomonThe Bible: Genesis 1–3; 1 Thessalonians 4; John 19Writings and teaching references by Dallas Willard
In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick explore how the Gospel transforms society, emphasizing that culture shapes us even as we seek to reshape it. They discuss historical trends, the risk of cultural captivity, and the need for a holistic gospel that impacts every sphere of life. Rejecting monastic escapism, they highlight key factors for transformation: discipleship, reliance on God's power, and spiritual warfare. This episode sets the stage for deeper discussions on stewarding revival wisely. Listen in for more!Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 10 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion begun in the previous episode about the underlying assumptions and beliefs that affect believer's engagement with culture today. In part 2, they evaluate how manners and grammar, as well as competing and undefined epistemologies present challenges to the modern believer to represent Jesus faithfully to contemporary society. Listen in for more! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Waited for You (instrumental) by Tyler Brown Williams
In Episode 9 of Season 5, Drew & Mick revisit some well-worn paths from a fresh perspective, discussing how our corporate underlying beliefs create pathways of social mobility that inform our approach to justice and engagement with the poor, for example. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Uncharted by Analog Heart
In Episode 8 of Season 5, Mick interviews Dr. Jamey Miller - senior pastor of Antioch Fort Worth - on the eve of the release of his new book, Surprised by the Trinity - Discovering More of the Love of God. Listen in as Dr. Miller explores the relational nature of the Triune God - Father, Son, and Spirit - revealing how our worship, community, and mission are shaped by this divine reality. Through deep theological reflections and practical insights, Miller invites us to experience the fullness of life in the Trinity, challenging us to engage with God in a way that transforms both thinking and living. **Dr. Miller's book is available to purchase on Amazon Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Una Sola Vez by Max LL
In Episode 7 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion about trinitarian theology, looking at some of the main tensions that emerge when contemplating God as both three and one, as well as the traditional attributes of God and how to think about those attributes concerning the different persons of the Trinity. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Torrid Piano (pads only) by Bradford Nyght
In Episode 6 of Season 5, Drew and Mick dive deeper into the nuances of trinitarian theology - patristic roots, historical trajectory, and key distinctions - as well as how these ideas intersect with the everyday life of the believer. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Resources referenced: - Nicaea and Its Legacy by Lewis Ayres - Retrieving Nicaea by Khaled Anatolios - Multiple articles and books by Michele Rene Brown Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira
In Episode 5 of Season 5, Drew and Mick discuss the merits of being diligent students of God. Why should I care about theology? This is an intro session to a longer discussion about the trinitarian nature of God in particular. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira
In Episode 4 of Season 5, Drew and Mick conclude a four-week exploration of the Missio Dei. In this discussion, they discuss how we, as individuals, can participate practically in God's purposes. How do I discern my "calling"? What role does the broader body of Christ play? Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - The Shape of Your Smile by RORE
In Episode 3 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to unpack the idea of the Mission of God, this time by looking at the biblical story arc. How is the idea of the Missio Dei developed throughout the Bible? Listen in to find out! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - The Mission of God by Christopher Wright - Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in the Theology of Mission by David Bosch Background track (licensed by Musicbed): - Sunshine (instrumental) by Leucadia
In Episode 2 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to reflect on the theme of "The Mission of God." Here they explore how modern narratives regarding church growth throughout the centuries can be connected to colonialism. Has the work of missionaries been detrimental to culture? Listen in for more! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - Whose Religion is Christianity: The Gospel Beyond the West by Lamin Sanneh - The Missionary Movement in Christian History: Studies in the Transmission of the Faith by Andrew Walls - Christian Mission: How Christianity Became a World Religion by Dana Robert Background track (licensed by Musicbed): - So Fresh by The Fancee
In Episode 1 of Season 5, Drew and Mick explore the biblical notion of the mission of God. How should we think about it and what are the main modern challenges to the missio Dei? What are the implications for followers of Christ for how we understand the Biblical mandate? Listen in for more! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - Transcending Mission: The Eclipse of a Modern Tradition by Michael Stroope - The Trinitarian Theology of Saint Thomas Aquinas by Gilles Emery - Divine Missions by Adonis Vidu Background track (licensed by Musicbed): - Signals by Steven Gutheinz
In Episode 23 of Season 4, Drew and Mick address some listener questions in this fourth and final installment of a look at Pentecostal theology. Why do some churches teach cessationism? How should we understand the validity of the "manifestations" of the Spirit? What about the public use of the gifts? Listen in to find out! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram - @ideologypc Episode notes: - "Tongues Speaking in the Early Church" by David Capes (article) - Commentary on Corinthians by Gordon Fee Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Ringing Through the Night by Benjamin James
In Episode 22 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue the exploration of Pentecostal theology and specifically a handful of suggestions for charismatic believers moving forward into a robust expression of the faith. How can we learn from our Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and other Protestant brothers and sisters? What role does liturgy play in the experience of the charismatic church? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Ready to Fly (Instrumental) by Leucadia
In Episode 21 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue to evaluate Pentecostalism as it represents such a large segment of the global Christian church. What defines Pentecostal theology? Is that a possible task, or is it something that is experienced rather than explained propositionally? Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Show notes: - The Routledge Handbook of Pentecostal Theology by Christopher Stephenson - Baptized in the Spirit by Frank Macchia - Spirit, Word, Community by Amos Yong - Thinking in Tongues by James KA Smith - Pentecostal Theology: Living the Full Gospel by Wolfgang Vondey Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Peace by Lane King
In Episode 20 of Season 4, Drew and Mick begin a multi-episode exploration of Pentecostalism. In this first installment, they seek to establish some definitions - what is Pentecostalism? Charismatic? Neo-pentecostalism? Third-wave spirituality? Pentecostals are on track to become the largest branch of the global church within our lifetimes. Tune in to see how and why this is significant to modern, Western believers. Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment References: - The Cambridge Companion to Pentecostalism by Cecil M. Robeck & Amos Yong - Fire from Heaven by Harvey Cox - The Spirit Poured Out on All Flesh by Amos Yong - Pentecostalism: A Guide for the Perplexed by Wolfgang Vondey - Theological Roots of Pentecostalism by Donald Dayton - The Supernatural and the Circuit Rider by Rimi Xhemajli - Pentecostals: Origins & Developments by Walter Hollenweger - Where are the Poor by Philip Wingeier-Rayo - Coping with Poverty: Pentecostals and Christian Base Communities in Brazil by Cecelia Loreto Mariz Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Memory by Why We Wander
In Episode 19 of Season 4, Drew and Mick conclude a review of James K.A. Smith's How (Not) to Be Secular by looking at chapters 4 and 5, evaluating the key shifts that have led to the "age of authenticity" that we now live in and how to inhabit this world as followers of Christ. Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram - @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Madre Terra by Kisnou
Ever wondered why we can't shake the feel that there must be something more? Listen in to Episode 18 of Season 4 as Drew and Mick continue to unpack Smith's How (Not) to Be Secular. Here they look at Chapter 3 titled "The Malaise of Immanence" and discuss the fragility of secular beliefs in light of the human inclination toward the transcendent. Connect with us: - Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Lux by Ryan Taubert
In Episode 17 of Season 4, Drew & Mick continue their review of James K.A. Smith's How Not to Be Secular by looking at Chapter 2 and the process of how the world went from a belief in the transcendent to buffered "immanentization" - that is, "the process whereby meaning, significance, and 'fullness' are sought within an enclosed, self-sufficient, naturalistic universe without any reference to transcendence - a kind of 'enclosure.'" They also look at how these shifts happen primarily at the level of aesthetics (i.e., taste, imagination) rather than logically. Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram - @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - London Strings Only (instrumental) by Humming House
Hit a scheduling snag! We will be back Mon, Feb 5th with the next installment of the book review of James K.A. Smith's How Not to Be Secular.
In Episode 16 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue their book review of James K.A. Smith's How Not to Be Secular by looking at Chapter 1. In this episode, they discuss Charles Taylor's three manifestations of secularism over the previous several centuries and how the version we inhabit is largely phenomenological. What are the implications for Christians inhabiting this world? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram - @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Lighthouse by Shawn Williams
In Episode 15 of Season 4, Drew and Mick begin a review of James K.A. Smith's How Not to Be Secular. Who is Smith? Why does he review Charles Taylor's A Secular Age? And what exactly is secularism? How do I, as a follower of Christ, live faithfully to Jesus in this cultural landscape? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc Resources referenced: How Not to Be Secular by James K.A. Smith Thinking in Tongues by James K.A. Smith Desiring the Kingdom by James K.A. Smith A Secular Age by Charles Taylor
In this first episode of 2024, Drew and Mick assess church trends and what they mean for us as we seek to live faithfully to Jesus in this modern age. Is the church in decline? Listen in to find out. Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram - @ideologypc Resources Referenced: - The demographic research of Ryan Burge - Various works by Thomas Kidd
In Episode 13 of Season 4, Drew and Mick finish a 3-part series on eschatology by looking at the book of Revelation and discussing interpretive techniques. What is the main message of this fascinating but complex letter? What, if any, relevance does it have for us in our modern context? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram - @ideologypc Episode note: samstorms.org Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - In Memory by Cultus
In Episode 12 of Season 4, Drew and Mick unpack Matthew 24 and 25. Should believers be able to interpret the signs of the times? What should the posture of the saints be regarding the return of Christ? How do we begin to untangle the difficult eschatological passages in the Bible? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Ilia by Kisnou
In Episode 11 of Season 4, Drew and Mick begin an exploration of eschatology - or a study of the "last things." How should we think about Biblical prophecy regarding the end times? Do present events herald the coming of Christ? How has the church thought about these things historically? Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube // Instagram - @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem - Kingdom Come by Sam Storms - "A Brief Sketch of Amillennial Eschatology" by Anthony Hoekema
In Episode 10 of Season 4, Drew and Mick round out three weeks of a discussion on personhood theory. In this episode, they explore the origins of the concept of personhood, and how historically this idea is rooted in the doctrine of the trinity. Where we root our concept of the self is critical in forming our understanding of ourselves. Listen in for more! Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram - @ideologypc Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Higher by Matt Fax
In Episode 9 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue a conversation about what it means to be a person by looking at the Biblical narrative regarding humanity. What do we learn from the creation story? What were the effects of the fall? What do we derive from the life and resurrection of Jesus and what are the implications for our future selves? Listen in to find out! Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 8 of Season 4, Drew and Mick begin a new series of talks exploring what it means to be human. If you've ever wondered about the soul and body, or about the nature of the human will - is it free or bound?, take a listen and join the conversation. Connect with us via: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube / Instagram @ideologypc Intro/outro track (licensed via Musicbed): Go by Painted Shapes
In Episode 7 of Season 4, Drew and Mick cap off this mini-series on the church in a secular world by looking at the need for believers to depend on the power of the Holy Spirit, lean into community, and live potently in this age. If you wonder how Christians might navigate an increasingly secular culture, then take a listen! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com, or on Instagram/Youtube @ideologypc // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Fusion (single edit) by Lights, Motion Resouces cited: - All One in Christ Jesus by David Coffey
In Episode 6 of Season 4, Drew and Mick explore several academic and historical positions that the church can take relative to culture, and postures they believe the church is called to exhibit in a secular context. If you find yourself wondering, "Should the church transform, inhabit, or reject culture?" then take a listen to hear more! Connect with us at: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - Christ and Culture by Richard Niebuhr - To Change the World by James Davison Hunter - Resident Aliens by Stanley Hauerwas & William Willimon - Radical Orthodoxy by John Milbank & Simon Oliver - The Churching of America by Rodney Stark - Various works by Andrew Walls
In Episode 5 of Season 4, Mick and Drew discuss the "mental maps" that we all possess - but are often unaware of - and that influence our formation and decision-making. From our origins to our purpose and ethics, we are being shaped by ideas that we aren't always conscious of. Listen in to hear more. Connect with us at: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube & Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment. Click here to access the Secular & Christian Belief Map Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Evaporate by SVVN
In Episode 4 of Season 4, Drew and Mick explore how the secular and Christian belief systems both have a gospel message, or means of salvation, at their core. Humankind is in need of help, but of what nature and in what form? The answers to those questions vary widely depending on the underlying structures of understanding ourselves and the nature of reality. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // Youtube @ideologypc // Instagram @ideologypc Resources referenced in this episode: - Culture Making by Andy Crouch Background track (licensed by Musicbed): - Blissful Utopia by Under the Stars
In Episode 3 of Season 4, Drew and Mick explore how we as Christians can be aware of the formative power of culture and be intentional about being formed into the image of Christ. All of life is religious. All of life is liturgy. Listen in for more! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment We are also now on Youtube: @ideologypc And Instagram: @ideologypc Resources referenced: - The Gospel in a Pluralist Society by Lesslie Newbigin - Desiring the Kingdom by James K.A. Smith - The Patient Ferment of the Early Church by Alan Kreider - Distinction: A Social Critique of the Concept of Taste Background track licensed via Musicbed - Arise by Eagle Lake
Episode 2 of Season 4 is a fresh look at the waters we are swimming in as believers in Western society. If you find yourself over 40 and dealing with a sense of disillusionment, or under 40 and navigating the tension between faith and culture, check out this conversation as Drew and Mick evaluate what they believe to be the new American religion which forms the backdrop of modernity. We are now on Youtube: @ideologypc And Instagram: @ideologypc Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.
In Episode 1 of Season 4, Drew and Mick discuss where they want to take the podcast in the coming months - focusing on the shift in Western society from operating within a predominantly Judeo-Christian belief system to a primarily secular belief system, and how the follower of Jesus can be formed into the image of Christ in this context. Stay tuned for videos, live events, and other means of discussing these important topics! Reach us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): Escape Velocity by Airplanes
Episode 43 of Season 3 is a reflection on Edwin Friedman & Peter Steinke's A Failure of Nerve where they look at the human tendency to react to the most dysfunctional person in a family, group, or organization and in so doing abdicate much-needed stability. How can we respond in this hour? Take a listen to hear more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman & Peter Steinke
In Episode 42 of Season 3, Drew and Mick explore ways to contextualize the gospel in post-Christian corners of the world. In a society that does not believe in original sin, how do we discuss the guilt associated with breaking God's law? Might we begin by pointing to the fragmentation of relationships and general death & decay brought about by sin as a segue to the cross? Listen in to hear more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 41 of Season 3, Drew and Mick analyze "Christian Nationalism" and offer a critique of this oft-used term in society today. In its basic scientific and theological form, Drew suggests Christian Nationalism is far from the biblical ideal in its grasp for institutional power, but offers an alternative for Christ-followers. Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 40 of Season 3, Drew and Mick continue an analysis of secular and Christian approaches to the question of personhood, looking more deeply at the historical Christian approach to trinitarian notions of God as "persons," as well as the relational components of human personhood from both secular and Christian viewpoints. What are the implications for us as followers of Jesus? Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 39 of Season 3, Drew and Mick compare and contrast secular and historical Christian anthropologies - addressing the question, what does it mean to be a human person? The two belief systems logically lead to very divergent answers to this question. What are the implications of those viewpoints for us? Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 38 of Season 3, Drew & Mick finish a three-week series of discussions on reading and interpreting scripture, exploring the roles of faith and doubt (or critique), context, repeated themes and symbols, and so on. Listen in for more! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 37 of Season 3, Drew interviews Dr. Kraig Oman - a biblical scholar who specializes in the epistemology of Luke - on some of the various approaches to biblical interpretation including the ubiquitous discipline of critical inquiry and aporetic inquiry as an alternative. What role does doubt have to play in the believer's understanding of the text? Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 36 of Season 3, Drew and Mick begin a two-week miniseries on biblical interpretation (exegesis and hermeneutics) where they look at historical approaches, some key considerations, and why this is an important topic for believers. Listen in for more! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - How to Read the Bible for All It's Worth by Gordon Fee
In Episode 35 of Season 3, Drew and Mick survey a brief history of church denominations - how did they emerge? What were the factors that drove those developments? What are the implications for those of us in the church today? Listen in to hear more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - The Mosaic of Christian Belief by Roger Olson
In Episode 34 of Season 3, Drew and Mick look at the historicity of the claim that Jesus rose from the dead and the implications for believers and unbelievers alike. The creational theme of embodiment, the fact that the Christian faith hinges on the bodily resurrection, and the mystery of the hypostatic union all beckon the follower of Jesus to embrace communion and not just reflection. Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 33 of Season 3, Drew and Mick finish up a three-part conversation about the state of the church post-pandemic and evaluate the health of the church amid an unhealthy society. In what ways is the church being influenced? How can we pursue health against this backdrop? Listen in for more. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
In Episode 32 of Season 3, Drew and Mick evaluate three trends affecting the church in America, including a significant pruning, a conversion of the background civil religion, and a generally unhealthy society in the West. Listen in to part one of two episodes reviewing these themes and how the church can respond in this hour. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Episode notes: - Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell - The work of Robert Bellah regarding "civil religion"
In Episode 31 of Season 3, Drew and Mick unpack Paul's warning to Timothy in 2 Timothy chapters 3 and 4, and how the specific concerns Paul harbored for the church in the first century are eerily relevant to the hurdles facing the western church today. Listen in for more! Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment
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