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Higher Ed's Fragmented Morality (from The Dispatch)... GUEST Dr Jeffrey Bilbro ... associate professor of English at Grove City College and editor in chief at the Front Porch Republic ... His most recent book is “Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News” The Expectation Gap: the tiny vast space between our beliefs and the experience of God (new book) ... GUEST Steve Cuss ... pastor and founder of Capable Life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Higher Ed's Fragmented Morality (from The Dispatch)... GUEST Dr Jeffrey Bilbro ... associate professor of English at Grove City College and editor in chief at the Front Porch Republic ... His most recent book is “Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News” The Expectation Gap: the tiny vast space between our beliefs and the experience of God (new book) ... GUEST Steve Cuss ... pastor and founder of Capable Life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nate and Jeffrey Bilbro of Front Porch Republic sit down and discuss agrarianism. Rather than simply a general term for rural life, they discuss the economic, philosophical and moral aspects of agrarianism that make it a holistic approach to human individual and social life, distinct from the overly ideological -isms of capitalism and communism that have dominated 20th century social and political thought. Jeffrey Bilbro is an Associate Professor of English at Grove City College. He grew up in the mountainous state of Washington and earned his B.A. in Writing and Literature from George Fox University in Oregon and his Ph.D. in English from Baylor University. His books include Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, Loving God's Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature, Wendell Berry and Higher Education: Cultivating Virtues of Place (written with Jack Baker), and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry's Sustainable Forms.
The Liberating Arts: Why we need liberal arts education (new book, co- edited w Jessica Hooten Wilson & David Henreckson)... GUEST Dr Jeff Bilbro ... assoc prof of English at Grove City College ... author of “Reading the Times: A Literary & Theological Inquiry into the News” and “Loving God's Wildness: the Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature” Steelers training camp update ... GUEST Craig Wolfley ... is a former NFL offensive linemen and played 10 seasons for the Pgh Steelers ... Craig, along with Bill Hillgrove & Max Starks, is an in-game commentator for the Pittsburgh Steeler Radio Network, and co-hosts their morning talk show, "In The Locker Room," which airs during training camp on another network When the Beatitudes Aren't Meant for You: Learning from Impoverished Nicaraguans & a Faithful Centurion ... GUEST Dr Christine Jeske ... professor of cultural anthropology at Wheaton College ... She is the author of 3 books, including the latest, "The Laziness Myth: Narratives of Work and the Good Life in South Africa”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Liberating Arts: Why we need liberal arts education (new book, co- edited w Jessica Hooten Wilson & David Henreckson)... GUEST Dr Jeff Bilbro ... assoc prof of English at Grove City College ... author of “Reading the Times: A Literary & Theological Inquiry into the News” and “Loving God's Wildness: the Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature” Steelers training camp update ... GUEST Craig Wolfley ... is a former NFL offensive linemen and played 10 seasons for the Pgh Steelers ... Craig, along with Bill Hillgrove & Max Starks, is an in-game commentator for the Pittsburgh Steeler Radio Network, and co-hosts their morning talk show, "In The Locker Room," which airs during training camp on another network When the Beatitudes Aren't Meant for You: Learning from Impoverished Nicaraguans & a Faithful Centurion ... GUEST Dr Christine Jeske ... professor of cultural anthropology at Wheaton College ... She is the author of 3 books, including the latest, "The Laziness Myth: Narratives of Work and the Good Life in South Africa”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Ride Home with John & Kathy! Buckle in for a Tuesday full! Like… The Secret Place of Thunder ... GUESTJohn Starke ... Pastors Apostles Church Uptown in Manhattan ... author of "The Possibility of Prayer: Finding Stillness with God in a Restless World" Dying to the Indispensable Self: Perhaps we need to hear Jesus' words as a command to deny our default ways of valuing & measuring the self (from CT) ... GUEST Dr Jeff Bilbro ... assoc prof of English at Grove City College ... author of “Reading the Times: A Literary & Theological Inquiry into the News” and “Loving God's Wildness: the Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature” Managing Kids in our Entertainment Culture ... GUEST Adam Holz ... site director of Plugged In, Focus on the Family's publication that looks at popular entertainment These States Are Devouring Widows' Houses: A recent Supreme Court case reveals the injustice of property-tax debt forfeiture ... GUEST Bonnie Kristian ... columnist at Christianity Today and deputy editor at The Week ... author of "A Flexible Faith: Rethinking What It Means to Follow Jesus Today" and "Untrustworthy: The Knowledge Crisis Breaking Our Brains, Polluting Our Politics, & Corrupting Christian Community" Plus Does This Make Sense? And more! Thanks for riding with us on The Ride Home with John & Kathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Ride Home with John & Kathy! Buckle in for a Tuesday full! Like… The Secret Place of Thunder ... GUESTJohn Starke ... Pastors Apostles Church Uptown in Manhattan ... author of "The Possibility of Prayer: Finding Stillness with God in a Restless World" Dying to the Indispensable Self: Perhaps we need to hear Jesus' words as a command to deny our default ways of valuing & measuring the self (from CT) ... GUEST Dr Jeff Bilbro ... assoc prof of English at Grove City College ... author of “Reading the Times: A Literary & Theological Inquiry into the News” and “Loving God's Wildness: the Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature” Managing Kids in our Entertainment Culture ... GUEST Adam Holz ... site director of Plugged In, Focus on the Family's publication that looks at popular entertainment These States Are Devouring Widows' Houses: A recent Supreme Court case reveals the injustice of property-tax debt forfeiture ... GUEST Bonnie Kristian ... columnist at Christianity Today and deputy editor at The Week ... author of "A Flexible Faith: Rethinking What It Means to Follow Jesus Today" and "Untrustworthy: The Knowledge Crisis Breaking Our Brains, Polluting Our Politics, & Corrupting Christian Community" Plus Does This Make Sense? And more! Thanks for riding with us on The Ride Home with John & Kathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whenever we reach for our phones or scan a newspaper to get caught up, we are being not merely informed but also formed. News consumption can shape our sense of belonging, how we judge the value of our lives, and even how our brains function. Christians mustn't let the news replace prayer as Hegel envisioned, but neither should we simply discard the daily feed. We need a better understanding of what the news is for and how to read it well. Jeffrey Bilbro invites readers to take a step back and gain some theological and historical perspective on the nature and very purpose of news. In Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News (IVP Academic, 2021) he reflects on how we pay attention, how we discern the nature of time and history, and how we form communities through what we read and discuss. Drawing on writers from Thoreau and Dante to Merton and Berry, along with activist-journalists such as Frederick Douglass and Dorothy Day, Bilbro offers an alternative vision of the rhythms of life, one in which we understand our times in light of what is timeless. Throughout, he suggests practices to counteract common maladies tied to media consumption in order to cultivate healthier ways of reading and being. When the news sets itself up as the light of the world, it usurps the role of the living Word. But when it helps us attend together to the work of Christ--down through history and within our daily contexts--it can play a vital part in enabling us to love our neighbors. Reading the Times is a refreshing and humane call to put the news in its place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Whenever we reach for our phones or scan a newspaper to get caught up, we are being not merely informed but also formed. News consumption can shape our sense of belonging, how we judge the value of our lives, and even how our brains function. Christians mustn't let the news replace prayer as Hegel envisioned, but neither should we simply discard the daily feed. We need a better understanding of what the news is for and how to read it well. Jeffrey Bilbro invites readers to take a step back and gain some theological and historical perspective on the nature and very purpose of news. In Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News (IVP Academic, 2021) he reflects on how we pay attention, how we discern the nature of time and history, and how we form communities through what we read and discuss. Drawing on writers from Thoreau and Dante to Merton and Berry, along with activist-journalists such as Frederick Douglass and Dorothy Day, Bilbro offers an alternative vision of the rhythms of life, one in which we understand our times in light of what is timeless. Throughout, he suggests practices to counteract common maladies tied to media consumption in order to cultivate healthier ways of reading and being. When the news sets itself up as the light of the world, it usurps the role of the living Word. But when it helps us attend together to the work of Christ--down through history and within our daily contexts--it can play a vital part in enabling us to love our neighbors. Reading the Times is a refreshing and humane call to put the news in its place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies
Whenever we reach for our phones or scan a newspaper to get caught up, we are being not merely informed but also formed. News consumption can shape our sense of belonging, how we judge the value of our lives, and even how our brains function. Christians mustn't let the news replace prayer as Hegel envisioned, but neither should we simply discard the daily feed. We need a better understanding of what the news is for and how to read it well. Jeffrey Bilbro invites readers to take a step back and gain some theological and historical perspective on the nature and very purpose of news. In Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News (IVP Academic, 2021) he reflects on how we pay attention, how we discern the nature of time and history, and how we form communities through what we read and discuss. Drawing on writers from Thoreau and Dante to Merton and Berry, along with activist-journalists such as Frederick Douglass and Dorothy Day, Bilbro offers an alternative vision of the rhythms of life, one in which we understand our times in light of what is timeless. Throughout, he suggests practices to counteract common maladies tied to media consumption in order to cultivate healthier ways of reading and being. When the news sets itself up as the light of the world, it usurps the role of the living Word. But when it helps us attend together to the work of Christ--down through history and within our daily contexts--it can play a vital part in enabling us to love our neighbors. Reading the Times is a refreshing and humane call to put the news in its place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion
Whenever we reach for our phones or scan a newspaper to get caught up, we are being not merely informed but also formed. News consumption can shape our sense of belonging, how we judge the value of our lives, and even how our brains function. Christians mustn't let the news replace prayer as Hegel envisioned, but neither should we simply discard the daily feed. We need a better understanding of what the news is for and how to read it well. Jeffrey Bilbro invites readers to take a step back and gain some theological and historical perspective on the nature and very purpose of news. In Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News (IVP Academic, 2021) he reflects on how we pay attention, how we discern the nature of time and history, and how we form communities through what we read and discuss. Drawing on writers from Thoreau and Dante to Merton and Berry, along with activist-journalists such as Frederick Douglass and Dorothy Day, Bilbro offers an alternative vision of the rhythms of life, one in which we understand our times in light of what is timeless. Throughout, he suggests practices to counteract common maladies tied to media consumption in order to cultivate healthier ways of reading and being. When the news sets itself up as the light of the world, it usurps the role of the living Word. But when it helps us attend together to the work of Christ--down through history and within our daily contexts--it can play a vital part in enabling us to love our neighbors. Reading the Times is a refreshing and humane call to put the news in its place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/journalism
On this episode of Doomer Optimism, first-time host Donald Antenen (@riversofeurope) and Ashley Colby (@RizomaSchool) interview associate English professor and editor of Front Porch Republic, Jeff Bilbro (@jeff_bilbro). Topics range from Jeff's experiences living in a remote part of Washington state to his work at Front Porch Republic. About Jeff Bilbro Jeffrey Bilbro is an Associate Professor of English at Grove City College. He grew up in the mountainous state of Washington and earned his B.A. in Writing and Literature from George Fox University in Oregon and his Ph.D. in English from Baylor University. His books include Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, Loving God's Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature, Wendell Berry and Higher Education: Cultivating Virtues of Place (written with Jack Baker), and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry's Sustainable Forms. About Donald Antenen Donald Antenen lives with his wife and daughters in the Pacific Northwest. He is translating Genesis: Beginning: a Verse Translation of Genesis. About Ashley Colby Ashley is an Environmental Sociologist who studied at Washington State University, the department that founded the subdiscipline. She's interested in and passionate about the myriad creative ways in which people are forming new social worlds in resistance to the failures of late capitalism and resultant climate disasters. I am a qualitative researcher so I tend to focus on the informal spaces of innovation. She's the founder of Rizoma Field School and Rizoma Foundation.
Show Notes:In this episode, Eddie and Chris are joined by previous guest Jeff Bilbro in a continuing conversation about reading and contemplation. Jeff is an author and essayist whose most recent book, Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, is about how we consume the news--and how sometimes we let the news consume us. Jeff challenges us to think about how we spend our time and attention and to think about how we can have a healthier reading diet. Just like athletes and musicians practice their skills, reading, praying, and contemplation require practice, too--and they are activities we can improve upon or allow to atrophy.Jeff is an editor at Front Porch Republic and an Associate Professor of English at Grove City College in Pennsylvania. If you want to hear more from Jeff, check out his first episode on The Weight, Wendell Berry and Local Place.Resources:Follow Jeff Bilbro on the web: https://jeffbilbro.comCheck out all of Jeff Bilbro's books: https://jeffbilbro.com/books/Follow Jeff Bilbro on social media: https://twitter.com/jeff_bilbro
4:15 GUEST: Greg Clugston … SRN News White House Correspondent 5:15 GUEST Dr Ryan P Burge … assistant prof of political science at Eastern Illinois Univ … author of “20 Myths about Religion and Politics in America” and ,”The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, and Where They Are Going” … His research appears on the site Religion in Public, and he tweets at @ryanburge 5:35 *** DOES THIS MAKE SENSE: Malls? Toupes? 5:40 GUEST Jeffrey Bilbro … is Assoc Professor of English at Grove City College, an editor at Front Porch Republic, and author of "Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4:15 GUEST: Greg Clugston … SRN News White House Correspondent 5:15 GUEST Dr Ryan P Burge … assistant prof of political science at Eastern Illinois Univ … author of “20 Myths about Religion and Politics in America” and ,”The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, and Where They Are Going” … His research appears on the site Religion in Public, and he tweets at @ryanburge 5:35 *** DOES THIS MAKE SENSE: Malls? Toupes? 5:40 GUEST Jeffrey Bilbro … is Assoc Professor of English at Grove City College, an editor at Front Porch Republic, and author of "Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a world in which our consumption of news is increasingly polarized and sensational, and disinformation is all too common, how do we combat such unhealthy habits to form a better relationship with the news? And what, after all, is the news even for? What is a particularly Christian mode of engaging and consuming news? In his book, Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry Into the News, Jeffrey Bilbro provides a theological, even historical, perspective on the function and impact of the news in our lives, a diagnosis of our problem, and a reframing of how we might construct alternative practices. Notes on some key concepts and ideas from the book.
NASA recently displayed several breathtaking new images taken by the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope. But by the time you have seen the pictures and have read a little something about the science behind the stunning cosmic entities, the information has been filtered multiple times. It is filtered first by the enormous industrial-technical conglomerate of NASA itself, then by the scientists and engineers who present the information, then by members of the media and press, then by the media outlets, many of which are large for-profit corporations. But it is not just the universe which is processed and interpreted this way.Any event that makes the headlines or goes viral on social media is likewise filtered through a variety of agencies and interpretations. In such a predominantly secular and technological culture like ours which gives deference to science, technology, and the economy, reading the times in light of Scripture is no easy task, especially when the volume of news and information thrown at us is far more than we could ever keep up with, let alone respond to. Our guest again this week is associate professor of English at Grove City College in Pennsylvania, Dr. Jeffery Bilbro. Jeff discusses with us his new book Reading the Times - A Literary and Theological Inquiry Into the News. Here on part two, Jeff continues to discuss some of the ideas of Wendell Berry in reflecting about ways in which we as believers can begin to filter, read, and understand news and social media.Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro is an Associate Professor of English at Grove City College and the Editor-in-Chief at Front Porch Republic. He grew up in the mountainous state of Washington and earned his B.A. in Writing and Literature from George Fox University in Oregon and his Ph.D. in English from Baylor University. His books include Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, Loving God's Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature, Wendell Berry and Higher Education: Cultivating Virtues of Place (written with Jack Baker), and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry's Sustainable Forms.ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Dr. Bilbro's website: www.JeffBilbro.com Book by Dr. Bilbro - Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News: https://amzn.to/3PyjI3c Book by Wendell Berry - A Timbered Choir: https://amzn.to/3aFZrdg A Good Heavens! podcast with Daniel Ray on the Pleiades: https://apple.co/3PbseW4 Book by Daniel Ray - The Story of the Cosmos - How the Heavens Declare the Glory of God: watchman.org/CosmosBook Watchman Fellowship's 4-page Profile on Cosmos (TV Series) by Daniel Ray: watchman.org/CosmosTV Watchman Fellowship's 4-page Profile on Scientism by Luke Barnes and Daniel Ray: watchman.org/Scientism FREE: We are also offering a free subscription to our bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreeSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman FellowshipFor more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.
We are inundated with social media, non-stop news, and information coming at us from all directions. How do we even begin to filter it all? What are some ways in which we can think Christianly about the news and social media today without succumbing to the secularist assumptions and the often overwhelmingly trivial, inane, and tragic events that routinely fill our newsfeeds? One way is to refamiliarize ourselves with our physical environments. Though not a cure-all for our hypermodern technological media culture we inhabit, a reorienting of ourselves to Christ, to nature and neighbor, as mediated through the lens of Scripture, is certainly one way we can healthfully filter the information inundation we daily encounter online. Our guest author on the next two episodes of Apologetics Profile, Dr. Jeffery Bilbro, has written a smart little book (the idea of which sprang from a discussion in social media) about how we as Christians can not only think but act redemptively and contemplatively toward the news and social media. Here on part one, Jeff discusses some of the thoughts and theology of Wendell Berry, an agrarian, poet, and essayist. Can Berry's theology of creation and place serve as a means by which we can recover a thoughtful Christian response to today's hypermedia culture?Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro is an Associate Professor of English at Grove City College and the Editor-in-Chief at Front Porch Republic. He grew up in the mountainous state of Washington and earned his B.A. in Writing and Literature from George Fox University in Oregon and his Ph.D. in English from Baylor University. His books include Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, Loving God's Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature, Wendell Berry and Higher Education: Cultivating Virtues of Place (written with Jack Baker), and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry's Sustainable Forms.ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Dr. Bilbro's website: www.JeffBilbro.com Book by Dr. Bilbro - Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News: https://amzn.to/3PyjI3c Book by Wendell Berry - A Timbered Choir: https://amzn.to/3aFZrdg A Good Heavens! podcast with Daniel Ray on the Pleiades: https://apple.co/3PbseW4 Book by Daniel Ray - The Story of the Cosmos - How the Heavens Declare the Glory of God: watchman.org/CosmosBook Watchman Fellowship's 4-page Profile on Cosmos (TV Series) by Daniel Ray: watchman.org/CosmosTV Watchman Fellowship's 4-page Profile on Scientism by Luke Barnes and Daniel Ray: watchman.org/Scientism FREE: We are also offering a free subscription to our bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreeSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman FellowshipFor more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.
Our country was founded on the premise that all of us have the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. But what is happiness and where do we find it? The world around us encourages us to look within, to find our passions and pursue them. But this doesn't always work. Why are we so restless? Because we’re pursuing happiness in the wrong direction. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Seth Berman, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
The world says that who we are is up to us: look deep into your heart to find your greatest passions and there you will find yourself. As creatures made in the image of God, we know that there is more to who we are than this. But we still struggle to "find" ourselves and to justify our existence. Why are we so restless? Because we feel responsible for crafting our own identities. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Program Coordinator for the Center for Public Christianity and Holy Trinity Local Outreach Coordinator Daniel Lee to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion Cultural Engagement: A Crash Course in Contemporary Issues by Josh Chatraw and Karen Swallow Prior Telling a Better Story: How to Talk About God in a Skeptical Age by Josh Chatraw "Body Be" by Johnny Q. Public (a Christian rock song) Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
We live in a world where technology has vastly expanded human potential. We live longer, healthier lives and can do more in less time than ever before. But we are still human – finite, fallible creatures with limits given to us by our Creator. When we forget our limits or, worse, reject them, we rebel against our humanity. Why are we so restless? Because we've forgotten that we are creatures. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by special guest Catherine Doster, a New City Fellows alumnae, to briefly reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talk Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Redwall Series by Brian Jacques The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson Who Sang the First Song by Ellie Holcomb Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
Everything about our lives these days is fast. We measure time in fractions of a second. We prize efficiency and good time management more than just about anything else. But this puts pressure on us that ultimately degrades our humanity. When so much of life and growth happens slowly, being in a hurry can wear you down. Why are we so restless? Because we've lost track of time. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Jimmy Doster, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things: Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion He Held Radical Light: The Art of Faith, the Faith of Art by Christian Wiman How to Inhabit Time: Understanding the Past, Facing the Future, Living Faithfully Now by James K. A. Smith The Sacrament of the Present Moment by Andrew Fellows Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
We live in an age of information. Not only are we generating more than ever before, we have unprecedented access to information of all kinds. Our phones have become portals to a world of infinite knowledge. And this brave new world of endless information is busy reshaping our humanity. Why are we so restless? Because we are obsessed with information in a world that is desperate for wisdom. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Matt Benson, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things: Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion How to Think: A Survival Guide for a World at Odds by Alan Jacobs To Change the World: The Irony, Tragedy, and Possibility of Christianity in the Late Modern World by James Davison Hunter https://grayscale.whiteboard.is/ Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
As our virtual engagement with the wider world has increased, our local connections have diminished. In some ways the internet has become more real than our neighborhoods, and virtual "friendships" have replaced the real thing. This leaves us longing for a sense of place in a rootless world. Why are we so restless? Because we no longer know where we live. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Abby Vandegrift, Micah’s wife and a New City Fellows alumnae, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Pensées by Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things: Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Age by Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentment by Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey blesseveryhome.com From the Discussion Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business by Neil Postman Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrison Warren You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit by James K. A. Smith Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
As our virtual engagement with the wider world has increased, our local connections have diminished. In some ways the internet has become more real than our neighborhoods, and virtual "friendships" have replaced the real thing. This leaves us longing for a sense of place in a rootless world. Why are we so restless? Because we no longer know where we live. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Abby Vandegrift, Micah’s wife and a New City Fellows alumnae, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things: Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storeycom From the Discussion Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business by Neil Postman Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrison Warren You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit by James K. A. Smith Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
We live in an age of information. Not only are we generating more than ever before, we have unprecedented access to information of all kinds. Our phones have become portals to a world of infinite knowledge. And this brave new world of endless information is busy reshaping our humanity. Why are we so restless? Because we are obsessed with information in a world that is desperate for wisdom. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Matt Benson, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things: Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion How to Think: A Survival Guide for a World at Odds by Alan Jacobs To Change the World: The Irony, Tragedy, and Possibility of Christianity in the Late Modern World by James Davison Hunter https://grayscale.whiteboard.is/ Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
Everything about our lives these days is fast. We measure time in fractions of a second. We prize efficiency and good time management more than just about anything else. But this puts pressure on us that ultimately degrades our humanity. When so much of life and growth happens slowly, being in a hurry can wear you down. Why are we so restless? Because we've lost track of time. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Jimmy Doster, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks A Time to Keep: Theology, Mortality, and the Shape of a Human Life by Ephraim Radner Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Givenness of Things:Essays by Marilynne Robinson The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion He Held Radical Light: The Art of Faith, the Faith of Art by Christian Wiman How to Inhabit Time: Understanding the Past, Facing the Future, Living Faithfully Now by James K. A. Smith The Sacrament of the Present Moment by Andrew Fellows Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
Our country was founded on the premise that all of us have the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. But what is happiness and where do we find it? The world around us encourages us to look within, to find our passions and pursue them. But this doesn't always work. Why are we so restless? Because we’re pursuing happiness in the wrong direction. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Seth Berman, also a New City Fellows alumnus, to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. So, keep listening! Additional Resources From John’s Talks Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
The world says that who we are is up to us: look deep into your heart to find your greatest passions and there you will find yourself. As creatures made in the image of God, we know that there is more to who we are than this. But we still struggle to "find" ourselves and to justify our existence. Why are we so restless? Because we feel responsible for crafting our own identities. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by Program Coordinator for the Center for Public Christianity and Holy Trinity Local Outreach Coordinator Daniel Lee to reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. Additional Resources From John’s Talks Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion Cultural Engagement: A Crash Course in Contemporary Issues by Josh Chatraw and Karen Swallow Prior Telling a Better Story: How to Talk About God in a Skeptical Age by Josh Chatraw Body Be by Johnny Q. Public (a Christian rock song) Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
We live in a world where technology has vastly expanded human potential. We live longer, healthier lives and can do more in less time than ever before. But we are still human – finite, fallible creatures with limits given to us by our Creator. When we forget our limits or, worse, reject them, we rebel against our humanity. Why are we so restless? Because we've forgotten that we are creatures. At the conclusion of John’s talk, co-hosts Center for Public Christianity Executive Director Josh Chatraw and New City Fellows alumnus Micah Vandegrift are joined by special guest Catherine Doster, a New City Fellows alumnae, to briefly reflect on John’s teaching and discuss how it applies to daily life. Additional Resources From John’s Talk Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places by Eugene Peterson Penséesby Blaise Pascal Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Power of Place: Choosing Stability in a Rootless Ageby Daniel Grothe You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly M. Kapic You Are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman Worldby Alan Noble Why We Are Restless: On the Modern Quest for Contentmentby Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey From the Discussion The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Redwall Series by Brian Jacques The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson Who Sang the First Song by Ellie Holcomb Websites https://htcraleigh.org/ https://centerforpublicchristianity.org/
As we read the news, we are not just being informed but we are being formed. Our news consumption easily shapes our sense of belonging and it can grind our minds into little bits as we are engulfed by so much information. We certainly should know what's going on around us and we should seek to know and understand the news. But how should a Christian do so? In a media world filled with pundits left and right, how can a Christian's consumption of news be different? On this episode of the Reintegrate Podcast, we have someone who has some great thoughts on this issue. Jeffrey Bilbro is the author of Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News (IVP, 2021), a book that won a 2022 Christianity Today Book Award of Merit. Jeff is Associate Professor of English at Grove City College. He is an editor at Front Porch Republic and a contributor to The Liberating Arts. Connect with him on Twitter. Purchase his book from independent Christian booksellers Byron and Beth Borger at Hearts & Minds Bookstore. You can order online through their secure server or call 717-246-333. Mention that you heard about these books on the Reintegrate Podcast and get 20% off! >> Thanks for listening! Your hosts are Brendan Romigh and Dr. Bob Robinson, the Executive Director of Reintegrate. Go to re-integrate.org for the latest articles on reintegrating your callings with God's mission and online resources for further learning. There is a Bible study book that you can use in your small group or individual devotions: Reintegrate Your Vocation with God's Mission. On Reintegrate's podcast page, you'll find more episodes and ways to email us to comment on this podcast.
Breaking news! (Insert dramatic gong sound here.) Find out if you're on the right side of history. Learn about the latest celebrity you should cancel for the wrong view on oat milk. After this commercial break. Not so fast says Jeffrey Bilbro, editor in chief of Front Porch Republic and the author of the new book Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, published by IVP Academic. Bilbro warns that “objects on screen are more distant than they appear,” and that “the public sphere is simply not conducive to the formation of loving, sustaining communities.” He writes this: When the news sets itself up as the light of the world, it is usurping the role that rightly belongs only to the Word proclaimed in the gospel. But when the news helps us attend together to the ongoing work of this Word, it plays a vital role in enabling us to love our neighbors. So take a walk! Carve some wood. Spend time in embodied communities. And don't worry too much about that next election, he says:Epistemic humility, particularly regarding the workings of Providence, requires us to acknowledge that even when our candidate loses, or when a court case is decided in a way that seems wrong, or when tragedy strikes, God is still working out his will—and he cannot be defeated. The reverse holds true as well: it may be that just when we think we are winning, we are going astray from God's kingdom. A high view of Providence and a chastened sense of our ability to recognize God's methods of victory frees us from worrying about whether a given event is good or bad. Bilbro joins me on Gospelbound to discuss the perverse incentives of our media ecosystem, holy apathy, and whether anything good can come from TV news.
Thousands of voices fight for our attention every day, including everything from cat videos and clickbait to cable news and cultural commentary. How should a Christian engage media? Is there a distinctly Christian way to consume the news? Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro joins us to discuss his book, Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News. Plus, Drs. Keathley and Quinn reflect on how Fall spurs us to worship our Creator, and pastor Jeff Mingee urges us to consider how technology is changing us.
This week, we explore the common dichotomy of conservative/liberal. These terms are prominent in our society, and it is important to address how they impact Christians. Should we use the terms? Is one better than the other? How can we relate to them? We unpack these questions and more in this episode. Recommendations: Living at the Crossroads: An Introduction to Christian Worldview by Craig Bartholomew and Michael Goheenw Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey Bilbro The Church Politics Podcast Farming with Jesus is recorded and hosted by Paul Thomason and Jonah Wilson. Questions or comments? Reach out to us at jonah@gibsoncitybible.org.
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro, associate professor of English at Grove City College and the author of a new book entitled Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News.Meet Dr. Bilbro: Jeffrey Bilbro is the editor-in-chief of Front Porch Republic and associate professor of English at Grove City College. He holds a PhD from Baylor University. He has written for Christianity Today, First Thing, Comment Magazine, and The Gospel Coalition. He is also the author of Loving God's Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry's Sustainable Forms.Resources:Reading the Times by Jeffrey BilbroBreaking Bread with the Dead by Alan JacobsThe Tech-Wise Family by Andy CrouchTools for Conviviality by Ivan IllichWalden or Life Without Principle by Henry David Thoreau
Catching up with friends after a long summer is one of the great joys of life. In this first episode of Season 4, Kevin, Collin, and Justin chat about some of their summer activities as well as some of the events that are currently happening in our world. They range from the serious (How should we pray for the Church in Afghanistan?) to the silly (Cornhole must become an Olympic sport!) You will discover some intriguing book recommendations too. Life and Books and Everything is sponsored by Crossway, publisher of Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential, by Collin Hansen & Jonathan Leeman. In Rediscover Church, Collin and Jonathan discuss why church is essential for believers and God's mission. Through biblical references and personal stories, they show readers God's true intention for corporate gathering: to spiritually strengthen members as individuals and the body of Christ. In an age of church-shopping and livestreamed services, rediscover why the future of the church relies on believers gathering regularly as the family of God. In partnership with 9Marks and The Gospel Coalition, Crossway is planning to distribute 400,000 copies of Rediscover Church to Christians throughout the US and invites pastors and leaders to request 20 free print copies of the book (with free shipping) for use in their churches. Offer available while supplies last. For 30% off this book and all other books and Bibles at Crossway, sign up for a free Crossway+ account at crossway.org/LBE. Timestamps: Welcome Back [0:00 – 1:04] 20 Free Copies of Rediscover Church for Your Church [1:04 – 4:12] Praying for the Church in Afghanistan [4:12 – 12:55] Field of Dreams Game [12:55 – 21:55] Olympics [21:55 – 32:01] The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill [32:01 – 52:05] Summer Book Report [52:05 – 1:07:09] Books and Everything: Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential, by Collin Hansen & Jonathan Leeman Collin: Churchill: Walking with Destiny, by Andrew Roberts Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News, by JeffreyBilbro Faithful Presence: The Promise and the Peril of Faith in the Public Square, byBill Haslam Justin: The Gospel according to Daniel: A Christ-Centered Approach, by Bryan Chappel Daniel: An Introduction and Commentary (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries), by Paul House Hearing the Message of Daniel: Sustaining Faith in Today's World, by Christopher J.H. Wright Keep in Step with the Spirit, by J. I. Packer In the Kingdom of Ice: The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette,by Hampton Sides After Humanity: A Guide to C.S. Lewis's The Abolition of Man, by Michael Ward Kevin: Ancestors: The Loving Family in Old Europe, by Steven Ozment Justifying Revolution: The American Clergy's Argument for Political Resistance, 1750-1776, by Gary L. Steward Heralds of God, by James S. Stewart
Is staying informed all the time, healthy or sane for an individual or a community?. Join in a great conversation with Dr Jefferey Bilbro, editor in Chief of the The Front Porch Republic, about his excellent book Reading the Times A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News., published by Inter Varsity Press Dr Bilbro examines the question of how staying informed shapes us both spiritual and communally. He offers advice on how to counteract common ills tied to the poison of media obsession in order to cultivate healthier ways of reading and being.The Front Porch Republic can be found on https://www.frontporchrepublic.com/.Follow Michele @MicheleMcAloon1
Does what you pay attention to influence how you think? Does what you read matter? To put it simply, yes. Jeffrey Bilbro, author of https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55868921-reading-the-times (Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry Into the News), describes the importance of intentionality in what we give our focus to. Learn more during today's interview with https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/staff/patrick-miller/ (Pastor Patrick Miller). Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit ourhttps://www.thecrossingchurch.com/ ( website) and follow us onhttps://www.facebook.com/TenMinuteBibleTalks ( Facebook),https://www.instagram.com/thecrossingcomo/ ( Instagram), andhttps://twitter.com/tmbtpodcast ( Twitter) @TheCrossingCOMO and @TenMinuteBibleTalks. References https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31242.Bleak_House (Bleak House) by Charles Dickens https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2260975.Life_Without_Principle (Life Without Principle) by Henry David Thoreau https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/449407.Pens_es (Pensées) by Blaise Pascal Support this podcast
Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro of Grove City College Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News
Jeffrey Bilbro is editor of the The Front Porch Republic. Jeff is a fellow devotee of Wendell Berry, and has written a new book from IVP called Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry Into the News. We discuss setting priorities in a Twitter world with a bit of talk about higher education thrown in. We even have nice things to say about Henry David Thoreau. NEW* Cultural Debris Patreon - Support the podcast! Reading the Times Jeffrey Bilbro website | Twitter | Front Porch Republic Cultural Debris on Twitter Front Porch Republic Archives
Karl Barth said “Take your Bible and take your newspaper, and read both. But interpret newspapers from your Bible.” We appreciate the sentiment, however, today that sounds like a tall and daunting task. What news should we read? How do we understand it? What do I say to the people in my community about consuming the news? We do not claim answers here on this podcast, however, we think this interview will guide us in a good direction. J.R. has a thought-provoking conversation with Jeffrey Bilbro about the news, tech, and theology. We hope you are equipped and encouraged. Resources: Jeffery’s Book: Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News Andy Crouch: The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place If this podcast adds value to you, your team, or your organization, consider (1) subscribing (2) leaving a review (3) sharing it with others and (4) staying connected with us at www.kairospartnerships.org
Joel takes over the hosting role for a freewheeling conversation with the ERB editors (Chris Smith, John Wilson and Erin Wasinger). We discuss content from the website, upcoming books we are looking forward to, and as always, what we are reading right now. Enjoy!Books and Writings mentioned in this episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books,we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger)Erin's Review of 'Outside, Inside' and 'Home is in Between'Home is In Between by Mitali PerkinsThe ERB Used Book SaleAlessandro Rovati's Review of In Conversation: Samuel Wells and Stanley HauerwasLectionary Poetry Series through LentAarik Danielsen's Review of "There is a Future"What is God Like by Rachel Held Evans and Matthew Paul TurnerWhen God Made the World by Matthew Paul TurnerA Burning in My Bones: The Authorized Biography of Eugene Peterson by Winn CollierLiving Nations, Living Words: An Anthology of First People's Poetry, ed. by Joy HarjoDonald Barthelme: Collected Stories (Library of America) Hiding Man: A Biography of Donald Barthelme by Tracy DaughertyThe Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth by Beth Allison BarrStamped (For Kids): Racism, Anti-Racism and You by Sonja Cherry-PaulReading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey BilbroHow to Watch TV News by Neil PostmanAncestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids by Cynthia Leit SmithThe Book of Delights: Essays by Ross GayA Dark and Splendid Mass by Mari EvansContinuum: New and Selected Poems, Revised Edition by Mari EvansCongregation in a Secular Age by Andrew RootThe Presence of the Word by Walter J. OngGlossolalia and the Problem of Language by Nicholas HarknessA Secular Age by Charles TaylorThe Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Jeff Bilbro is an English professor and author of the book Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry Into the News releasing in May 2021. We all want to be better consumers of the news, but as Jeff puts it, “belonging well precedes thinking well.” Reading and responding to the news are communal acts, … Continue reading Episode 086 – Jeffrey Bilbro
Joel takes over as podcast host for our first "reviewer round-up" episode. He is joined by two regular ERB contributors to discuss their recent book reviews, as well as what they're currently enjoying and reading.Ope Bukola is a founder of Behold, an app that helps Christians practice stillness and pray the scriptures every day. You can learn more and get the app on iPhone or Android.Jamie A. Hughes is a writer/editor living in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband, two sons, and a pair of needy cats. She has written for Christianity Today, The Bitter Southerner, CT Women, Comment Magazine and more. You can read more of her writing at tousledapostle.com and follow her on Twitter at @tousledapostle.Books Mentioned:Howard Thurman and the Disinherited: A Religious Biography by Paul HarveyOpe's Review of Howard Thurman and the Disinherited on ERBJesus and the Disinherited by Howard ThurmanStrength to Love by Martin Luther King, Jr.The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle AlexanderThe Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song by Henry Louis Gates Jr.Meditations of the Heart by Howard ThurmanHow to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey Toward Racial Justice by Jemar TisbyThe Color of Compromise: The Truth About the American Church's Complicity in Racism by Jemar TisbyJamie's Review of How to Fight Racism on ERBDivided by Faith: Evangelical Religion and the Problem of Race in America by Christian Smith and Michael EmersonWhite Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity by Robert P. JonesCaste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration by Isabel WilkersonWaking Up White: and Finding Myself in the Story of Race by Debby IrvingWhite Awake: An Honest Look at What it Means to be White by Daniel HillMy Vertical Neighborhood: How Strangers Became a Community by Lynda MacGibbonA Burning in my Bones: The Authorized Biography of Eugene Peterson, Translator of the Message by Winn CollierA Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society by Eugene PetersonRagged: Spiritual Disciplines for the Spiritually Exhausted by Gretchen RonnevikReading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News by Jeffrey BilbroBlessing the Boats: New and Selected Poems 1988-2000 by Lucille CliftonBorn a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor NoahMathematics for Human Flourishing by Francis SuThe City We Became: A Novel by N.K. Jemisin Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes: Patronage, Honor and Shame in the Biblical World by E. Randolph Richards and Richard JamesMisreading Scripture with Western Eyes: Removing Cultural Blinders to Better Understand the Bible by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon O'BrienJoel's Review of Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes on ERBThe WEIRDest People the World: How the West Became Pyschologically Peculiar and Particularly Prosperous by Joseph Henrich
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