Episodes
May 7, 2019
194 - VOX Mailbag - Double Standards, Leaving Christianity Behind, and Reading the Bible
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:...
April 30, 2019
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...
April 22, 2019
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...
April 15, 2019
191 - Does the Traditional Christian Ethic Harm LGBTQ People? - with Johanna Finegan
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:...
April 8, 2019
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...
April 1, 2019
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...
March 25, 2019
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,...
March 18, 2019
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:...
March 11, 2019
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...
March 4, 2019
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...
Feb. 25, 2019
184 - Being Pro-life is More Than Just Being Pro-baby - with Bonnie Lewis
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...
Feb. 18, 2019
183 - Infanticide, Abortion, and How the Early Church Changed the World
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 -...
Feb. 12, 2019
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...
Feb. 4, 2019
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...
Jan. 29, 2019
180 - Toxic Masculinity, Razor Blades, and Why Bonnie is Translating the Bible - With Bonnie Lewis
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Jan. 22, 2019
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...
Jan. 14, 2019
178 - Everything You Know About Predestination is Wrong
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Jan. 7, 2019
177 - Nonviolence, Feminine Sexual Desire, and the Unity of the Church
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Dec. 18, 2018
176 - Christians Lost the Culture War, and Why That's a Good Thing - with Rick McKinley
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...
Dec. 11, 2018
175 - Patriarchy, Leaving Church, and the Failure of God
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Dec. 3, 2018
174 - Finding Common Ground in Politics and the Big Story of Salvation
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Nov. 26, 2018
173 - Masturbation, Pornography, and the Perils of Purity Culture
Ummmmm...mature language and topics discussed in this episode -- just in case the title wasn't clear :) Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon:...
Nov. 19, 2018
172 - Faith, Doubt, and the Beauty of Uncertainty - with Austin Fischer
Austin Fischer, author of "Faith in the Shadows: Finding Christ in the Midst of Doubt," joins the show! His book is an excellent resource for people wondering how to be faithful in the midst of their doubts. Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
Nov. 12, 2018
171 - The Redemption of Sexual Desire - WIth David Bennett
David Bennett shares a bit from his new book, A War of Loves: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Discovering Jesus. You can find the book on Amazon! Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - apple.co/1Lla1Nj...