Episodes
197- When Theology Becomes Harmful
Bonnie is back, with VOX broadcasting from Ohio, Texas and California simultaneously. In this episode, Mike facilitates a conversation on when theology becomes harmful. As always, thanks for listening. Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
196 - Jesus is Both Inclusive and Exclusive
Our friend Bonnie Lewis co-hosts this episode and we have a great discussion on what it means that Jesus is both inclusive and exclusive. What does that mean for us as followers? What does it mean for the world? As always, thanks for listening! Learn...
195 - A Home for the Spiritually Homeless
Mike airs his frustrations with being unable to identify with his Tribe, on either side of the conservative or progressive fence. Where do we go from here? Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj...
194 - VOX Mailbag - Double Standards, Leaving Christianity Behind, an…
VOX Mailbag episode. Mike answers a listener question on "Why keep the name 'Christianity' if it has so much negative connotations?" Mike also addresses his own possible double standards and how to read the Bible. Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
193 - When is Theological Gatekeeping Okay?
Mike responds to a tweet claiming one does not have to believe in the actual, physical Resurrection of Jesus to be a Christian. When is 'Gatekeeping' ok amongst those who claim the name of 'Cristian?' And how might that be done? Learn more about the...
192 - OT Violence, Evolution, and Sexuality - With Tremper Longman III
Mike has a great conversation with Tremper Longman III about his new book, "Confronting Old Testament Controversies: Pressing Questions about Evolution, Sexuality, History, and Violence." Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe...
191 - Does the Traditional Christian Ethic Harm LGBTQ People? - with …
On this week's episode, Johanna Finegan joins Mike and shares her journey, as they discuss the traditional Christian ethic and how LGBTQ live within it. For more information on Revoice, go to revoice.us. Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
190 - Leaving the Megachurch and Guest Malaika Sesay
This week's episode, Mike answers some questions on the MegaChurch and introduces everyone to VOX listener Malaika Sesay, who tells her story of growing in both a Muslim and Christian environment. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com...
189 - Shame, Faith, and How to Disagree Well
VOX Mailbag! Mike answers some listener questions on the topics of shame, faith and how Christians can disagree theologically and still break bread together. As always, thanks for listening. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com...
188 - Leviticus, Sex, and Women in Leadership - With Sophie Cherry
My friend Sophie joins the show to answer listener questions: What has been Sophie's experience as a woman in the church and the pushback involved with female leadership? How has the #MeToo movement effected the church? How did Jesus, and how do we,...
187- Faith, Sexuality, and Gender - With Preston Sprinkle
Mike talks with Preston Sprinkle about Faith, Sexuality and Gender within the Church. Should these be such focused on issues? What does it mean to be a Eucharist centered community? As always, thanks for listening! Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
186 - Is Christianity Good for the World?
In this episode, Paul Gould and I discuss his new book: "Cultural Apologetics: Renewing the Christian Voice, Conscience, and Imagination in a Disenchanted World." Thanks for listening! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on...
185 - VOX Mailbag - Abortion, Shame, and Shaming
VOXers! This week, Mike ties up the series on Abortion by digging into the mailbag to answer a few questions folks had after listening. He addresses the idea of shaming and differing opinions between spouses. As always, thanks for listening! Learn...
184 - Being Pro-life is More Than Just Being Pro-baby - with Bonnie L…
Hello VOXers! This episode Mike wraps up the short series on Abortion, in a heavy and thoughtful conversation with the always wonderful Bonnie Lewis. Does being Pro Life include the well being of the mother, pre and/or post abortion? How can folks be...
183 - Infanticide, Abortion, and How the Early Church Changed the Wor…
Mike continues his conversation on Abortion, dipping into the history of the topic and the role the early Church played with unwanted pregnancies. Thanks for listening! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes -...
182 - Beyond the Politics of Abortion
This week, Mike begins a conversation on Abortion. In light of recent bills brought forth in New York and Virginia, Mike responds to a question sent in on the topic of Abortion. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes...
181 - Surrender and the Paradox of Self-Control - with Drew Dyck
We discuss Drew Dyck's latest book, "Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science." Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on...
180 - Toxic Masculinity, Razor Blades, and Why Bonnie is Translating …
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179 - When God Doesn't Answer
The book I mentioned in the discussion about spiritual gifts is titled, "More: How You Can Have More of the Spirit When You Already Have Everything in Christ" by Simon Ponsonby. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes...
178 - Everything You Know About Predestination is Wrong
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177 - Nonviolence, Feminine Sexual Desire, and the Unity of the Church
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176 - Christians Lost the Culture War, and Why That's a Good Thing - …
Rick McKinley joins us to discuss his new book, Faith For This Moment. Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter...
175 - Patriarchy, Leaving Church, and the Failure of God
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174 - Finding Common Ground in Politics and the Big Story of Salvation
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