Episodes
12 - Jesus and Politics Part 2
In this episode we introduce the future of the VOX Christian Community. With much prayer and pursuit we are exploring what it looks like to develop a local community from this podcast. If you are interested in what that means and would like to join...
11 - Jesus and Politics Part 1
In this episode we try to tackle politics, and hopefully offend everybody. In an election year, we introduce a theology of politics. And El Niño is raging. We look forward to your comments below. - Mike Erre Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
10 - Mental Illness and the Way of Weakness
In this episode, we confess and discuss our struggles with depression and mental illness. Mike also gives his best shot at Pearl Jam Trivia. - Mike Erre Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - http://apple.co/1Lla1Nj...
From Failure to Fire: Mike Erre on Reimagining Church for the World
In this episode, Mike Erre delves into themes of failure and passion, sharing his personal journey of leaving three churches in six years and the internal fire that compels him to reimagine what the church can be. Inspired by the prophet Jeremiah,...
9 - Permission for Pain and a Guide for Grief - Guest Bonnie Lewis
In this episode we continue our interview with Bonnie Lewis, where we beat up on common phrases Christian's say when things get hard, try to offer some alternatives as a guide for grief, and expand on the shortest verse in the bible, "Jesus Wept."...
8 - What is the Meaning of ProLife
In this episode, we discuss the shooting at a Colorado Planned Parenthood clinic and how Jesus might challenge the pro-life crowd. As always, please leave your thoughts and questions in the comments below! - Mike Erre Learn more about the VOX Podcast:...
7 - Jesus The Refugee And The Christian Fear Complex
In this episode we discuss Christmas presents; Jesus the refugee, politics and the Syrian refugee crisis; and how much some of Christian culture has invested in keeping us afraid. As always, please leave your thoughts and questions in the comments...
6 - Reality Bites Grief Loss And Dissapointment With God - Guest Bonn…
In this episode we interview Bonnie Lewis, who shares her journey of devastating loss and disappointment; we talk about how the christian subculture is uncomfortable with lament and grieving; We bash the idea that suffering is “just God’s plan.”...
5 - Was Jesus Pro Gay? And The Difficulty With LGBTQ Questions
In this week's episode we consider; Would Mike allow folks who are homosexual on a church staff or as church members? Was Jesus Pro-Gay and what would he say? The Anaheim Ducks are winning and Andy can't help himself, and Mike writes a public...
4 - Please Stop Loving The Sinner And Hating The Sin
In this week's episode, we talk about how love debunks the cultural catch phrase "Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin.", Mike yells in his office, and Mike answers a great question about Feminism in the church. As referenced, check out Scot McKnight's...
2 - Dinners With Sinners
In this episode "Dinners With Sinners", we talk about whether or not Jesus would attend a gay wedding; why having a child with Down Syndrome is awesome; we answer questions about last weeks podcast, and we consider deeply Jesus' behavior of grace...
1 - Why Gay Marriage Is Good For The Church
We launch the VOX podcast by discussing the church’s response to the Supreme Court ruling regarding same-sex marriage and the challenge of Jesus to his followers to move beyond the polarities and politics of the “issue” and back to loving and...
3 - Worlds Worst Sinner
In this week's episode we talk about Adele's new song, "Hello", porn (though not at the same time), and with our best judgement, how best to judge the judgers. - Mike Erre More about the VOX Podcast: [www.voxpodcast.com](http://www.voxpodcast.com)...