Episodes

Feb. 8, 2023

The Wanderer: "Amazing Grace" (Songs of Resistance Series: Part 2)

Delve into the powerful history and universal impact of "Amazing Grace" as Tim explores how this timeless hymn transcends cultural, religious, and social boundaries. Through the transformative journey of its author, John Newton, we uncover themes of...

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Feb. 5, 2023

Reforming Police Culture: Embracing Human Dignity - w/ Nicholas Sensl…

Discover how transforming the culture of policing can lead to a more just and dignified society, as Mike Erre and Tim Stafford sit down with Nick Sensley, CEO of the Institute for American Policing Reform. Learn about practical steps towards...

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Jan. 29, 2023

Unmasking Dispensationalism: How Misreading Revelation Fuels Christia…

Unpacking how debunking the myths of dispensationalism and embracing a more faithful interpretation of Revelation can transform your understanding of the end times and challenge the roots of Christian nationalism. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve deep...

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Jan. 22, 2023

Reframing Revelation: Confronting Christian Nationalism (Revelation S…

Discover how re-examining the Book of Revelation can challenge and dismantle the harmful ideologies of Christian nationalism. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford begin a new series that aims to reclaim Revelation from misuse and unpack its true message of...

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Jan. 15, 2023

Rethinking the Gospel: Embracing the Radical Kingdom - w/ Dr. Timothy…

Mike and Tim engage with New Testament scholar Tim Gombis to explore how our traditional understanding of the gospel might be missing the radical message of Jesus's Kingdom. They discuss the limitations of a transactional approach to faith and delve...

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Jan. 8, 2023

Reckoning with Church Celebrity Culture: w/ Katelyn Beaty

Delving into the impact of celebrity culture on the church, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage with author and journalist Katelyn Beaty to discuss her book "Celebrities for Jesus: How Personas, Platforms, and Profits are Hurting the Church." They...

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Jan. 1, 2023

Confronting Church Scandals: Repentance, Renewal, and Navigating Heal…

Explore how facing church scandals through genuine repentance and embracing healthy transitions can lead to a revitalized and authentic faith community. Join hosts Mike Erre and Tim Stafford, along with guest Susie Lind, as they delve into the...

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Dec. 25, 2022

Taking Christ Out of Christmas: Rethinking Advent, Nostalgia, and Rev…

A raw, provocative, and delightfully messy Christmas episode with Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and special guest Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh explores how the Christmas story has been softened, sanitized, and even hijacked by nostalgia, cultural expectations,...

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Dec. 18, 2022

Women as Elders: Exploring Biblical Leadership Roles

Dive into an engaging exploration of women's roles in church leadership as Mike Erre and Tim Stafford dissect biblical texts and historical contexts to address the question: Can women be elders? Unpacking examples of female leaders in early...

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Dec. 13, 2022

The Wanderer: The Story of “O Holy Night” (Songs of Resistance Series…

Launching a new mini-series under The Wanderer banner, Tim Stafford embarks on an exploration of worship—not as performance or emotional manipulation, but as resistance, reorientation, and the embodiment of justice. This reflective episode traces...

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Dec. 11, 2022

Unveiling Women's Roles in Early Christianity: A Conversation with Dr…

Explore how Dr. Lynn Cohick, a distinguished Pauline scholar, reinterprets the roles of women in the early church and challenges traditional readings of key biblical texts. Mike and Tim engage in a deep discussion on passages like 1 Timothy 2 and 1...

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Dec. 4, 2022

Inside the Mind of White Evangelicals: Fear, Power, and Collective Na…

Uncover how fear and collective narcissism shape the worldview of white evangelicals and what this means for the future of the church. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage in a thought-provoking conversation with psychologist Dr. Dave Verhaagen about his...

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Nov. 27, 2022

Reexamining 1 Timothy: Empowering Women in Church Leadership

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the controversial passage of 1 Timothy 2:11-15, challenging traditional interpretations that have restricted women's roles in the church. By unpacking the historical and cultural context of Paul's letters, they...

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Nov. 20, 2022

Embracing Mystery and Curiosity: Asking Better Questions of the Bible…

Discover how embracing mystery and asking better questions of the Bible can deepen your faith and transform your understanding of God. Marty Solomon, host of the BEMA Podcast and author of the upcoming book Asking Better Questions of the Bible, shares...

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Nov. 13, 2022

Woman Up! Challenging Biblical Masculinity

Unpacking how traditional views on biblical masculinity may limit our understanding of true humanity, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the complexities of gender roles, anger, and equality within Christianity. They explore how striving for...

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Nov. 6, 2022

Man Down! Paul's Radical Call for Mutual Submission in Ephesians 5

Unpacking how Ephesians 5 reverses the curses of Genesis 3, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford explore the implications of mutual submission over traditional gender hierarchies. Responding to listener feedback on biblical masculinity, they delve into Paul's...

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Oct. 30, 2022

How to Be a Christian Nationalist: Rethinking Scripture and Politics …

Explore how rethinking Christian Nationalism can transform the way we read scripture and engage politically. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford dive deep with theologian and author Kaitlyn Schiess, discussing the intersection of faith, politics, and the...

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Oct. 23, 2022

Man Up! Unmasking 'Alpha Male' Christianity: Embracing Biblical Mascu…

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford challenge the rising trend of toxic "alpha male" Christianity, unpacking how the pursuit of power and dominance contradicts the biblical understanding of masculinity. Diving deep into Genesis, they explore how true biblical...

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Oct. 16, 2022

The Power and Threat of Moral Policing: From Iran's Revolution to Wes…

How the morality police in Iran became a symbol of oppressive theocracy, and why Christians in the West must pay attention. In this special edition of Voxology, Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and special guest Susie Lind (an elder, pastor, and...

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Oct. 9, 2022

A Captive Mind: How Christianity Offers More Than a Set of Ideas - w/…

How the gospel disrupts political ideologies and cultural polarization—Mike and Tim sit down with pastor and author Chris Nye to explore how our faith can break free from the mental strongholds of ideology, certainty, and tribalism. Centered around...

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Oct. 2, 2022

Reconstructing Faith Through Love: Embracing the Mind of Christ with …

Embrace a transformative approach to faith by exploring how love can reconstruct your spiritual journey. Dive into a profound conversation as Mike Erre and Tim Stafford engage with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke of Gravity Leadership to discuss their new...

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Sept. 25, 2022

Friend of Sinners: Jesus' Radical Hospitality and the Glutton and Dru…

Discover how Jesus' approach of sharing meals with sinners challenges traditional notions of purity and separation, and what it means for us today. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the significance of Jesus being called a "glutton and a...

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Sept. 18, 2022

In Your Attempt to Both Sides Everything... Embodying Jesus in a Poli…

Discover how to maintain a Christ-like posture amid political extremes by embracing a cruciform life. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford conclude their Culture War Series by exploring how to resist the temptation to engage in cultural battles through old...

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Sept. 11, 2022

Resisting Christian Nationalism: Embracing the Cruciform Life Amidst …

Delving into how Jesus' response to political power challenges Christian nationalism and guides us in embracing a cruciform life amidst the culture war, Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and guest pastor Susie Lind discuss the role of the church in today's...

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