Podcast appearances and mentions of Samuel D James

Support The Glenn Show at https://glennloury.substack.com Glenn and John take questions from Substack subscribers in this Q&A episode. 1:02 Pat Rimell presents a list of propositions about general poverty in urban communities 17:54 Samuel D. James asks if John has any writing advice 23:35 Tom Wojciaczyk wants to know if what the difference is between […]

Almost two weeks ago British lawmakers advanced a bill toward full engagement in Biritish society that legalizes euthanasia, or what is often referred to as medically-assisted suicide. The culture of death continues to make advances across the globe, particularly in western industrialized societies. How do we think about this biblically? Lauren Canterberry, “U.K. Parliament backs assisted suicide bill,” November 29, 2024. Brad Littlejohn, “Taking the easy way out?” November 27, 2024. Samuel D. James, “The ‘death of expertise,'” October 30, 2024.

Recently on the newsletter site Substack, author Samuel D. James compared our expectations in life to gardening.  For instance, if we “plant” hard work, we expect a crop of financial gain. If we “plant” self-control, we expect positive outcomes.   But sometimes we don't get the results we expect. Sometimes hard work doesn't produce success.   That ... The post Planting Persistance appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

In his book “Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age”, Samuel D. James describes how our liturgies, or the repeated habits we have developed in the way use technology, have served to deform us in five specific ways. First, our time online in digital environments fosters a kind of inauthenticity as we center on ourselves. Second, our growing amount of online time fuels outrage by constantly feeding us information and misinformation that polarizes us from others. Third, we can shame others, or be shamed ourselves, often resulting in getting canceled. We don't discuss our differences anymore. Fourth, we are driven into a lifestyle of consumption, as the algorithms feed us more and more of the content that grabs our attention and focus. Finally, we get lost in the meaningless of the online world. We're starting to see what happens when we spend time scrolling on our phones, rather than through the pages of God's Word. 

Episode Notes The question “Am I being formed?” is never a valid one for the Christian. Rather, we must continually ask ourselves “By what am I being formed and how?” In his book Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age, Samuel D. James claims “Rather than being a neutral tool, the internet (particularly the social internet) is an epistemological environment—a spiritual and intellectual habitat—that creates in its members particular ways of thinking, feeling, and believing.” James believes Christians have been largely unaware of the formative powers of regular life online. In this episode, he and Dr. Keith Plummer talk about why it's important for followers of Jesus to realize how the habits and practices of the digital world obscure wisdom (which James defines as conformity to the objective reality of God's creation) and how we can resist.

Nate and Josh discuss the book "Digital Liturgies" by Samuel D. James. How do the internet, social media, and video games effect the way that we think? It's pretty easy to point to some of the obvious side effects of gaming, like frustration or an adrenaline rush, but what does prolonged play teach us over time? Check out the Hopeless? Project here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl29WwOumXJi9ayF8oVUCGy0PFZvxXNa5 We'd love to hear from you! Join us on our social media by checking out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebacklogbreakdown And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebacklogbreakdown The Backlog Breakdown is a proud member of the Play Well Network, a network of podcasts that seek to approach recreation in a more thoughtful manner. Until there is a rabbit trail to follow. Check out all of the other amazing Play Well podcasts Here. Get PWNed, scrubs.

Imagine life without the internet.  For some, that’s easy; for others, it’s incomprehensible! Like a fish in water, we are so used to our digital world, that we may not be able to recognize the values we have assimilated from it! Share your stories about the good, the bad, and the redemptive aspects of your digital habits, as tech-realist Samuel D. James reveals the spiritual connections between technology and how we use it! 

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Paul Tournier, an influential psychologist, left us with this quote that I find fascinating. He said, “The human condition requires that there are two things in life that we cannot do alone. One is to be married. The other is to be a Christian.”  How do you live the Christian life in our generation of social media connection, but personal and physical isolation? Let's talk about that.   Samuel D. James, “The illusion of digital community,” https://wng.org/opinions/the-illusion-of-digital-community-1675342549, February 2, 2023.   Luis Andres Henao, “Faith in the metaverse: A VR quest for community, fellowship,” https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-technology-health-religion-virginia-04f7203bcf9026fee54a8893f396dca0, January 31, 2022.

Join us as Coral Hill hosts Samuel D. James, Author of Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age (Crossway) How does the digital age affect us as Christians? A close look at Scripture and the nature of digital technologies reveals the real spiritual challenges we face in a screen-dominated world. Thankfully, the Bible gives us the wisdom we need to navigate all these things, whether furious arguments on social media, cancel culture, or depressed scrolling.

In this episode, I share some thoughts on the recent hullabaloo surrounding the newest Disney/Pixar film Lightyear, plus why Lordship Salvation should be left behind.Resources.“If ‘Representation’ is the Issue, Where Are Pixar’s Religious Characters?” Samuel D. James“Success Of ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ Puts Excuses For Disney’s Failed, Woke ‘Lightyear’ To Bed,” Jordan BoydThe Preacher’s Catechism, Lewis Allen“My Pilgrimage from ‘Lordship’ to Law/Gospel Part 1,” Mike Abendroth“My Pilgrimage from ‘Lordship’ to Law/Gospel Part 2,” Mike Abendroth“My Pilgrimage from ‘Lordship’ to Law/Gospel Part 3,” Mike AbendrothGrace: So Much More Than You Know and So Much Better Than You Think, Brad J. GraySponsor.Ministry Minded is sponsored by Fresh Roasted Coffee, a locally owned and operated coffee house in the heart of Central Pennsylvania that produces the freshest coffee and delivers it at peak drinkability. Use offer code “GRACE10” at checkout to get a discount off your next order. Buy some coffee!Credits.Intro music: “Explorers (Instrumental Version)” by The Midnight, The Midnight Music LLC, 2018.Ad music: “Coffee Stains” by Finley, licensed under CC BY 4.0. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.graceupongrace.net

Dr. David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss an article by Samuel D. James, "Why is 'Re-Converting' Easier than Repenting?" and discuss ways in which the church has made it difficult for sincere but struggling believers to confess sin and find help, restoration, and accountability from the church.

In this episode of the Ministry Minded Podcast, I share some updates on this “beautifully exhausting” season of life and ministry, as well as the concrete hope of the Word to which the church can cling in times of doubt and fear and frenzy (Heb. 6:19). Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ Buy Fresh Roasted Coffee: http://www.freshroastedcoffee.com **Use code ‘GRACE10' to get 10% off!** Notes: Pastor Brad's sermons Stonington Baptist Church sermons “Afghanistan, a Twofold Kingdom, Serpents, and Doves,” R. Scott Clark The Christ Key: Unlocking the Centrality of Christ in the Old Testament, Chad Bird Trusting God in the Darkness, Christopher Ash “The ‘Rot' of Evangelicalism Doesn't Need Deconstruction. It Needs Church History,” Samuel D. James “The Rise & Fall of Mars Hill: Compliments & Cautions,” Jesse Randolph “Josh Harris's Message Remains the Same,” Carl R. Trueman “Camouflaged sovereignty and concern for God's Word,” article by yours truly Daily Grace: The Mockingbird Devotional, Vol. 2 Grace: So Much More Than You Know & So Much Better Than You Think, Brad J. Gray --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Christian Outlook – February 27, 2021 Kevin McCullough talks with Gregg Jarrett of Fox News about controversial actions by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in response to the pandemic. Kevin McCullough talks with journalist and documentary filmmaker Morgan Pehme about being on the receiving end of Governor Cuomo's wrath. John Hall and Kathy Emmons, of The Ride Home, talk with Douglas Bursch about his book, Posting Peace: Why Social Media Divides Us and What We Can Do About It. John and Kathy talk with Samuel D. James, about his article, “Ill of the Dead,” about the hatred that came out on social media following the death of Rush Limbaugh. Dr. Albert Mohler and Joshua Mitchell, political theory professor at Georgetown University, talk about “identity politics” and his book, American Awakening: Identity Politics and Other Afflictions of Our Time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cinema Siblings S1:E15: Dissecting Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ and the glut of Disney announcements; plus, some love for ‘Monk’. Disney announces all the things! via The Verge Denis Villeneuve is mad at AT&T and Warner Bros. “Why cinemas are worth saving” by Samuel D. James “‘The Crown’ through British eyes: ‘Very entertaining’ or ‘a lie with a capital L’?” via LA Times “‘The Crown’: The History Behind Season 4 on Netflix” via NY Times Follow the show: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Anchor / Subscribe Send us your questions or suggestions! Email us! Connect with the siblings on Letterboxd: Brad – https://boxd.it/r3cf / Beth – https://boxd.it/r367 Intro music: “Jump” by Van Halen --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cinema-siblings/support

In this edition of the Ministry Minded podcast, I get the privilege to talk to Samuel D. James about the world of Christian publishing and fundamental ironies of “living little” in an online world. Connect with the show: https://graceupongrace.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app