Episodes

April 7, 2024

Beyond Perfection: Embracing Joy and Creative Purpose in God's Good C…

Discover how understanding the true meaning of 'rule' in Genesis can transform our perspective on humanity's role in God's good creation. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the distinction between 'good' and 'perfect' in t...

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March 31, 2024

Rethinking the Image of God: Disabilities, Gender, and Unity in Human…

Uncover how reimagining the Image of God can transform our perspectives on disabilities, gender identity, and unity within the church community. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the profound implications of being made in...

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March 24, 2024

Valuing Every Human Life: Rediscovering the Imago Dei (To Be Human Se…

Explore how recognizing every human as made in the image of God challenges societal norms, reshapes our understanding of human worth, and calls us to value all people regardless of ability or status. Mike Erre and Tim Staffor...

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March 17, 2024

Beyond Sin Management: Embracing Our Humanity as God's Image Bearers …

Mike and Tim dive into Genesis 1 to explore what it truly means to be made in the image of God. Challenging traditional notions of sin management, they discuss how embracing our full humanity as God's image bearers transforms...

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March 10, 2024

Rediscovering Our Humanity: Unveiling the Deeper Meaning of Genesis (…

Explore how reexamining Genesis 1–3 reveals a richer biblical anthropology, challenging traditional evangelical interpretations and uncovering what it truly means to be human. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the implica...

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March 3, 2024

From Regret to Repair: Healing Parent-Child Relationships through Lov…

Discover how embracing humility and focusing on repair can transform your relationships with your children, regardless of their age. Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and special guest Susie Lind explore the challenges of parenting be...

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Feb. 25, 2024

Strange Religion: Rediscovering the Radical Roots of Early Faith - wi…

Unveiling how the early Christians defied cultural norms and how rediscovering their radical approach can transform today's church. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford are joined by Dr. Nijay Gupta to explore the compelling difference...

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Feb. 20, 2024

Parenting Without Shame: Growing Kids God's Way?

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the heart of parenting without shame, discussing how letting go of controlling outcomes and embracing faithfulness can transform our relationships with our children. By focusing on cultiv...

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Feb. 11, 2024

Embodying New Creation: How Resurrection Launches Our Role Today (Rev…

Discover how the resurrection of Jesus launches the New Creation project and what it means for us to live as New Creation people now. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford conclude their Revelation series by connecting Genesis, Revelati...

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Feb. 4, 2024

Beyond Altar Calls: Rediscovering Evangelism Through Patience and Com…

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford challenge traditional views of evangelism by exploring how the early church grew through embodied faith and patient community life. Drawing from Alan Kreider's The Patient Ferment of the Early Churc...

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Jan. 28, 2024

Reframing the Holy Spirit: From Individualism to Community - w/ Dr. T…

Explore how shifting our understanding of the Holy Spirit from an individual focus to a communal one can transform the church and spiritual life. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford are joined by theologian Timothy Gombis to delve int...

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Jan. 21, 2024

Reclaiming Faith in Politics: Michael Wear on Spiritual Formation and…

Discover how spiritual formation can transform the way Christians engage in politics as Mike Erre and Tim Stafford sit down with Michael Wear, author of The Spirit of Our Politics . They delve into the challenges of political...

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Jan. 14, 2024

Navigating Deconstruction: Rethinking Hell and Embracing Authentic Fa…

Explore how to navigate the challenges and potential pitfalls of the deconstruction movement, rethink traditional views of hell, and embrace a more authentic and compassionate faith aligned with Jesus's teachings. Mike Erre a...

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Jan. 7, 2024

Making All Things New: Understanding God's Plan for Creation's Renewa…

Discover how the Bible's vision of a new heaven and a new earth offers profound hope and insight into God's ultimate plan of restoration. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into key biblical passages from Isaiah, Peter, Paul, a...

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Dec. 31, 2023

Restoring Heaven and Earth: Unveiling New Creation in Revelation (Rev…

Discover how the reunification of heaven and earth reshapes our understanding of salvation, the Gospel, and the church's mission today. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the profound themes of Genesis and Revelation, expl...

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Dec. 24, 2023

Rethinking the Lake of Fire: Judgment, Destruction, and the End of Ev…

Unpacking the biblical imagery of the Lake of Fire in Revelation, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into concepts of judgment, destruction, and the ultimate eradication of evil. Challenging traditional views of eternal conscio...

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Dec. 17, 2023

John Mark Comer on Practicing the Way: From Information to Transforma…

Discover how moving from information to transformation in discipleship can revolutionize your spiritual journey as Mike Erre sits down with author and pastor John Mark Comer to discuss his new book "Practicing the Way" . Expl...

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Dec. 10, 2023

Why Follow Jesus When Life Doesn't 'Work Out': Unpacking Faith and Re…

Explore why following Jesus is worthwhile even when life doesn't 'work out' as expected, and how understanding the symbolic imagery in Revelation's final battles can deepen your faith and resilience. Mike Erre and Tim Staffor...

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Dec. 3, 2023

Embracing God's Hiddenness: Navigating Spiritual Dryness and Finding …

Explore how experiencing God's hiddenness and spiritual dryness is a normal part of the Christian journey. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the biblical concept of disorientation, discussing why God sometimes feels dista...

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Nov. 26, 2023

Embracing Lament: Finding God in Seasons of Disorientation

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the often-overlooked practice of lament, exploring how embracing seasons of disorientation can deepen our faith and connection with God. Drawing from the Psalms and Walter Brueggemann's c...

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Nov. 19, 2023

The God Who Disappoints: Embracing Lament and Unmet Expectations in F…

Discover how understanding the theme of disappointment in the Bible can transform your faith journey as Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the realities of following a God who doesn't always meet our expectations. By explo...

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Nov. 13, 2023

Babylon Part 2: Confronting Economic Injustice in Revelation and the …

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford continue their exploration of Revelation in "Babylon Part 2," unmasking Rome's economic injustice and exploitation depicted in Revelation 17 and 18. They delve into how the ancient critiques of Baby...

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Nov. 5, 2023

Breaking the Cycles of Babylon: Embracing Curiosity and Wonder (Revel…

Discover how embracing curiosity and humility can help us recognize and break free from the cycles of oppression represented by Babylon in the Bible. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the motif of Babylon as an archetype ...

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Oct. 29, 2023

Unveiling the Beast and the Dragon: Reframing Revelation to Resist Mo…

Delve into the true meaning behind the Beast, the Dragon, and the Antichrist in the Book of Revelation, and how understanding these symbols in their original context empowers the modern church to resist assimilation into the ...

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