Episodes

Aug. 11, 2025

Teach Us to Pray: How We Pray Reveals How We See God

How does understanding ancient, Jewish prayer transform the way we approach our own prayer life? In this thought-provoking discussion, the Voxology Podcast unpacks the profound communal and theological practices of Jewish pra...

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Aug. 4, 2025

The Sacred Nature of Questioning Everything - Nonference 2025

Live from the 2025 Nonference , Mike and Tim (In the same room) are joined in studio by Journey Church Pastors Suzie P. Lind and Sam Barnhart. What does it mean to truly deconstruct faith, and how can that journey lead to hea...

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July 28, 2025

When do We Stop Breaking Bread Together? - w/ Dr. Timothy Gombis

Why does evangelicalism feel like home to so many, yet leave others feeling out of place? This episode dives into the complexities of navigating faith, politics, and the church's role in society. The hosts explore questions o...

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July 21, 2025

Disagreeing Well: Exploring, Faith, Community, and the Complexities o…

Join hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford as they delve into a thought-provoking discussion on the nuances of biblical interpretation, the role of community in faith, and the challenges of modern Christianity. From exploring the ...

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July 16, 2025

Reflecting On Pastor Ara Torosian's Story

In a time of cultural divides and political tension, what is the church's role in bringing healing and truth to a fractured society? This episode dives into the complex intersection of faith, politics, and justice, exploring ...

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July 14, 2025

A Personal Story of Resistance - w/ Pastor Ara Torosian

Pastor Ara Tarosian joins Mike and Tim to share his incredible journey from persecution in Iran to building a vibrant church community in Los Angeles. He went viral a few weeks ago for a visdeo he posted of members of his con...

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July 7, 2025

A Near Life Experience: The Theology of Disability and Punk Rock Prop…

What does punk rock have to do with the heart of the Gospel? In this episode, the Voxology team, joined by the Dr. Timothy Gombis , dives deep into the unexpected intersections of radical community, inclusivity, and the teach...

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June 30, 2025

Roman’s 13: Give to God What is God’s

Is Romans 13 being misused to justify political or social agendas? In this intellectually rich yet accessible discussion, the hosts tackle the challenges of interpreting Romans 13 in the context of faith, politics, and justic...

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June 23, 2025

What About Romans 13... Joyful Non-Compliance: Faith in Action Today

What does "Joyful Non-Compliance" look like in today’s world? In this thought-provoking episode, the hosts explore how faith intersects with politics, justice, and cultural challenges. Diving into Romans 12 and 13, they discu...

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June 16, 2025

Joyful, Peaceful, and Gracious Noncompliance

How should Christians approach immigration, justice, and faith in today’s cultural climate? In this episode of the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim dive into " Joyful, Peaceful, and Gracious Noncompliance ," exploring what scri...

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June 9, 2025

The World of, Behind and In Front of the Text: Navigating Biblical In…

In this episode, Tim and Mike continue the conversation about the complexities of biblical interpretation, exploring how various contexts—textual, cultural, and personal—shape our understanding of scripture. What does "biblic...

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June 2, 2025

The Bible as a Cross Cultural Experience

Is the label "biblical" helping or hurting how we approach faith, church, and cultural challenges? In this thought-provoking episode of the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim explore the pitfalls of using "biblical" as a rigid br...

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May 26, 2025

Why 'Biblical' Might Not Mean What You Think

Is " biblical " always what it seems? In this thought-provoking episode, the hosts unpack why the word "biblical" might not mean what you think and explore its misuse across faith, politics, and cultural issues. From examinin...

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May 19, 2025

Discernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive

Discernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive . On this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford focus on discernment in faith, the essence of Christian identity, and the importance of critiquing ideolog...

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May 12, 2025

The Corruption of Biblical Leadership

Today, Mike and Tim discuss the implications of current events, the responsibilities of Christians towards marginalized communities, and the concept of cruciformity in relation to leadership and community engagement. The dial...

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May 5, 2025

Prophetic Resistance: Challenging the Status Quo

Today, on the Voxology podcast, hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford discuss Jesus’ example of cruciformity on the cross in forgiving his enemies. Tim and Mike explore various themes surrounding the life and death of Jesus, drawi...

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April 28, 2025

A Teachable Spirit: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, a…

Today, Mike and Tim are joined by A.J. Swoboda to discuss his journey in theology, the concept of 'Slow Theology', and the challenges of being teachable in a culture that often shames humility. He explores the tension between...

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April 21, 2025

Why Did Jesus Have to Die? Understanding the Wages of Sin and Sacrifi…

Why Did Jesus Have to Die? In this conversation, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford discuss the complexities of Easter, the significance of Jesus' death, and the implications of sin and sacrifice within the Christian faith. They refl...

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April 14, 2025

Cruciformity: Living in the Shape of the Cross (A Cross - Shaped Life…

What does it mean to live in the shape of the cross? In this thought-provoking episode, the hosts unpack the concept of cruciformity and how it challenges us to reshape our lives, communities, and faith. They explore biblical...

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April 7, 2025

What is Cruciformity? w/ Dr. Timothy Gombis

What is Cruciformity? In this engaging conversation, Mike and Tim welcome back long time friend and scholar Dr. Timothy Gombis to discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes about driving and family life to de...

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March 31, 2025

The Anti-Greed Gospel - w/ Dr. Malcolm Foley

The Anti-Greed Gospel . In this episode of the VOXOLOGY podcast, Mike Erre, Timothy John Stafford, and Dr. Malcolm Foley discuss the themes of greed, racism, and economic justice as explored in Foley's book, 'The Anti-Greed G...

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March 24, 2025

Two Kinds of Christians

500. Thank you, thank you , thank you for walking this long road with us. In this episode of Voxology, Mike and Tim reflect on the journey of their podcast as they celebrate their 500th episode. They express gratitude to thei...

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March 17, 2025

The Affections of Christ Jesus - w/ Nijay Gupta

The Affections of Christ Jesus . In this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and guest Nijay Gupta delve into the complexities of love as presented in theology, particularly in the context of the Old and...

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March 10, 2025

Bridging the Gap: Justice in the Church - w/ Sarah Pechan Driver

Bridging the Gap: Justice in the Church . This episode, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford are joined by Sarah Pechan Driver to discuss personal experiences and the profound journey of understanding justice from a biblical perspectiv...

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