Beste Driving Theology podcasts (2024)

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318: Anxiety Epidemic In Our Kids 38:41

3d ago38:41

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This is a bit of a review of a book by Jonathan Haidt, "The Anxious Generation". Though this is a new topic for me, I feel this is too important and needs to be out there, regardless of my lack of a grasp on the topic. We are raising anxious kids, and we need to figure out why kids today are more anxious than ever, and how to help them.…

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317: One Nation Under God 43:07

24d ago43:07

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In this episode, I explore my relationship with "church", the journey I have been on since birth, and how I have come to know Christ (such as it is). I also explore my relationship with American Christianity, which has been quite a rocky road.Door Michael Dean McLain

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316: Ten Beautiful Words 40:59

27d ago40:59

40:59

Mixing in a few book reviews by Nehisi Coates and Brian Zahnd , I explore the Cross of Christ, it's symbology and meaning, especially what it has come to mean to me.Door Michael Dean McLain

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315: Light In The Darkness 38:00

1M ago38:00

38:00

Sometimes, you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes, life loses its meaning. Sometimes, all hope is lost. But then, the dawn comes, the flower blooms, and beauty reveals itself.If you are in a dark place, the only hope I can give you is that I have been there too. It does end. In this life or the next.…

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314: No One Knows The Father But The Son 38:25

2M ago38:25

38:25

Jesus is the final revelation of God, the ultimate expression of the Father, the perfect image of the invisible God. And to know him is to find rest. If you haven't found rest, perhaps you haven't found him. Not all of him. Not the truest version of him. And don't we all want that, to know who God is and to rest in him?…

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313: I Said "You Are Gods" 39:47

2M ago39:47

39:47

This is one of the most rambling journeys I've ever taken. Not sure why. Maybe the weather? Too little sleep? Too much sleep? Don't know, but I really went off on a tangent in this one. More than usual. But, I think I actually brought it together at the end. You be the judge.Door Michael Dean McLain

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312: Political Christian? 37:49

3M ago37:49

37:49

What is the history of christian participation in politics? What has been the outcome of the current involvement with christians in politics? Are politics and christianity compatible? Why or why not?Door Michael Dean McLain

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311: Revealing Historical Signposts 39:42

3M ago39:42

39:42

We are all unique(If we are all unique, are we unique at all?!). Each of us has a set of personality traits that make us who who we are. They are also signposts of where we have been and what we have experienced. How does this translate spiritually?Door Michael Dean McLain

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310: Future Generational Challenges 41:00

4M ago41:00

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Every generation is burdened with the mistakes of the past. The young people of Japan are no exception. They will be tasked with solving a unique set of problems, through no fauly of their own. The young people of every country are in a similar situation. Such is the way of the world.Door Michael Dean McLain

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309: The Kingdom Of God Is Out Of This World! 39:01

4M ago39:01

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There has been much talk about what exactly the Kingdom is, how to bring it about, who is in and who is out. When it will come, or when it did come. Here I delve into the nature of the kingdom, what I think it is and what I think it isn't.Door Michael Dean McLain

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308: Don Quixote-Lunatic or Visionary? 39:00

4M ago39:00

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Don Quijote (Quixote) is a literary figure that continues to peak our imagination, even four centuries after the book was written. What is it about him that we continue to read and contemplate his exploits and character? What is so appealing about the single-minded hero?Who can we compare him to? Read on, give a listen and find out!…

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307: Beautiful Christ, Beautiful Christmas 37:59

5M ago37:59

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All kinds of Christmas themes come up on SS this time of year, and once in a while, a new one arises. I discuss three themes garnered from Facebook friends this year, in honor of the season. Merry Christmas!Door Michael Dean McLain

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306: Love God By Loving Your Neighbor 40:13

5M ago40:13

40:13

I Corinthians 13, Fruit of the Spirit, and the life of the loving Christ are more than enough to teach us what it's all about: Love.Door Michael Dean McLain

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305: Saints And Celebrities 41:39

5M ago41:39

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For thousands of years, heroes of the church, AKA saints, have been venerated for their faith, suffering, and miracles. Many traditions ignore these saints, arguing that all believers are technically saints.Most agree to disagree. But, I little deeper of a dig, reveals some surprising similarities. Do you venerate saints or worship celebrities? Cha…

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304: Consider The Lillies 37:58

6M ago37:58

37:58

Just how much should one worry about the future? At what point, if any, is it wrong to NOT worry about the future and how you will live when you are old? Just how much does Jesus want us to live in the now? I don't know... seriously.Door Michael Dean McLain

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303: Thankful But Aware! 37:58

6M ago37:58

37:58

Thanksgiving has always been my second favorite holiday, second only to Christmas. But a not so deep look into its history, reveals that Thanksgiving, and the supposed events it celebrates, can be viewed from a much darken perspective. But, being Thankful can't be wrong, can it? No. No it can't. Being willfully blind can.…

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302: I Know You Have Questions 39:35

6M ago39:35

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Some would have you believe that those of us who have doubts about the faith we've inherited are being disobedient and rebelling against God. But for many of us, it is the way by which we catch a better glimpse of Jesus and through him, God. We are rebelling against religion, yes. But not against God. We have come to believe that religion has been …

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301: You Are A Masterpiece Of Your Own Making! 39:02

6M ago39:02

39:02

This is an episode that started from a thought I had: You are a masterpiece of your own making! Here, I explore the idea that and individual is largely in charge and responsible for the kind of person that individual is. Though there are outside influences, as adults, we have the ability to react and filter these influences and have an amazing amou…

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300: The Deepest Impulse Of Jesus 37:17

7M ago37:17

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I talk about a recent chaotic day I've had, and go into a quote I found on facebook this morning that I thought was really good and worth sharing. Enjoy!Door Michael Dean McLain

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299: The Living Water Of Jesus 40:07

7M ago40:07

40:07

Sometimes, words just don't come easily. Unfortunately, this is one of those episodes. I think I get to a decent place, but it wasn't easy.Door Michael Dean McLain

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298: Keeping It Real About Israel. 38:14

7M ago38:14

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Here we are...again...still. Does anything ever change? This conflict is two thousand years old, nearly. And yet, there are Christians who believe that THIS conflict is the one that will bring Jesus back to earth. Really? We'll see. We'll see.Door Michael Dean McLain

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297: Expanding Your Tribe 35:03

8M ago35:03

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I meander my way to a stream of consciousness exploration of the phenomenon of tribalism: seeing those close to you or affiliated with you in any way through rose-colored glasses.Door Michael Dean McLain

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296: The CHOSEN-Fleshing Out Jesus 37:41

8M ago37:41

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In this episode, I give a bit of a review of The Chosen, the TV series about Jesus, and also on what I think is an often overlooked attribute of Jesus while on earth: sight.Door Michael Dean McLain

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295: Hitting The Wall-Coda 24:15

8M ago24:15

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This is a short follow-up to the "Hitting The Wall" episode about life and the obstacles we often face to progress and improvement.Door Michael Dean McLain

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294: What Does It All Really Meme? 35:42

8M ago35:42

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Let's face it: memes are here to stay. And they are not all bad. They can be quite good! But there is a certain kind of meme which quotes others out of context in order to push an agenda. They have become the cyber equivalent of the cut-down, the one liner, the zinger. As such, they are more mean than meme.…

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293: Hitting The Wall 39:58

8M ago39:58

39:58

For whatever reason, if you have ever pursued any skill or ability, chances are you have experienced "hitting a wall" in your progress. It can be frustrating and some never seem to get through it, fail to experience a "breakthrough" moment so often associated with the overcoming of such obstacles. How do you approach these walls, these hindrances t…

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292: 2 Timothy 3-Prophesy or Cynicism? 37:39

8M ago37:39

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My take on 2 Timothy chapter 3 and how it might be misinterpreted to be prophetic when it might just be Paul's opinions on contemporary society, in his own day. But today, people use this passage as a critique on current events and societal trends which to them are antithetical to christianity as they see it. You be the judge.…

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291: LOVE 2 LIVE! 38:17

9M ago38:17

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When you combine John 17 and 1 John 4, you come up with something like this: To know God is to have eternal life. God is love. To love is to know God. Therefore, if you love, you know God and have eternal life!Door Michael Dean McLain

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290: Food And Religion And The Toxic Relationships We Have With Them 49:14

10M ago49:14

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It's time for me to lose weight-AGAIN! Yes, I rebonded from my last diet several years ago, and then some. In this episode, I compare the unhealthy relationship we can have with food to the unhealthy relationship we can have with religion.Door Michael Dean McLain

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289: Heaven? What On Earth!? 35:38

10M ago35:38

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Where on earth did you get your ideas of Heaven? In this episode, I explore some of the standard notions of heaven, and the conclusions I've come to down through the years.Door Michael Dean McLain

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288: Independence Day Perspective 39:30

11M ago39:30

39:30

July 4th was really a big deal for me growing up. One of my most favorite days of the year for sure. I loved blowing things up! Why is that? Why do boys love loud bangs and explosions so much? And how is the US's fascination with all-things explosive (guns, artillery, bombs, fireworks...)reflected in this all-American holiday?…

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287: Further Ramblings On Marriage, Sex, And Children 39:38

11M ago39:38

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A follow up episode to last week's podcast on marriage. Here, I delve into some ramblings on marriage, sex, intimacy, children and family.Door Michael Dean McLain

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286: Mawage Is What Bwings Us Togever Today 39:04

11M ago39:04

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Despite the The Princess Bride reference, marriage is a worthwhile endeavor for so many reasons, the foremost of which is that it reflects the image of God back into the world. Because, you see, the promise to stand beside someone, no matter what, is who God promises us!Door Michael Dean McLain

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285: The Little Mermaid And The Other Side Of The Fence 38:52

11M ago38:52

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Disney's live-action version of The Little Mermaid has sparked controversy. I comment of the controversy as well as the general story as I remember it. And at the end, I hope you will say about this podcast, "Isn't it neat..."Door Michael Dean McLain

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284: I Am An Atheist 41:55

12M ago41:55

41:55

A not-at-all-extensive reveal of my own path to a kind of atheism, a refusal to believe in the God that was presented to me over 40 years of being a "Christian". And boy, did I ever believe in him! I was a true believer, a sinner in the hands of an angry God, All in, so to speak. And then the scales fell from my eyes, and I was presented with a bea…

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283: Matthew 24-My Take Part 2 39:44

12M ago39:44

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I, like many of you, avoid Bible passages that make me uncomfortable, which challenge my beliefs of who God is or what the Bible says. Here, I will make an attempt of reconciling the last parable of Matthew 24, a parable that challenges, for some, the non-violent image of jesus.*By the way, what I say here about the people weeping and gnashing thei…

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282: Be Like Jesus-Side With The Needy 28:28

12M ago28:28

28:28

"Every time I draw a line to exclude someone, Jesus crosses the line and waits for me there...", or something like this, is a meme I recently saw, after I had recorded this podcast. It would have fit perfectly here. Why do we separate ourselves from spending time with certain people? What role does the church have in influencing such decision? Who'…

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281: Deconstructing All Alone 36:53

1y ago36:53

36:53

If you challenge the status quo, you will find yourself alone. Alone at least until others are encouraged to come forward as well and voice their dissent, perhaps by your willingness to speak up. The ability to see that things could be different, better, can be a gift and a curse. I explore some ideas here, brainstorm style, of advice I would give …

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280: Faith Deconstruction-Where Do I Start? 36:59

1y ago36:59

36:59

Faith deconstruction has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. And, at times, one of the worst. Still, dark though the road sometimes be, on I trudge. If you are starting to ask questions, if you think that the life with Christ is supposed to be so much more than it has turned for you, this podcast may be for you.…

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279: Victim or Victorious? 39:55

1y ago39:55

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We have all had bad experiences as children. Those incidents have, to some extent, influenced who we are today, at least in terms of our personality, our habits, our phobias, etc. At a human level, we are what we have experienced. We have become who we are due in part to our environment and the nature of our nurturing, or lack thereof. But what of …

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278: Matthew 24-My take 41:34

1y ago41:34

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Matthew chapter 24 is a controversial passage in a controversial book. How it has been understood over the years has affected the church and the world. This is my take, my attempt to debunk some of the myths about this chapter and how it has been understood over the years.Door Michael Dean McLain

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277: A Merciful Lack of Vision 37:52

1y ago37:52

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In this episode, I meander my way to, I think, a pretty good place, namely, the attractiveness of the package, influences, to some extent, how it is received. The Evangelical package that the gospel is placed in, has completely compromised the message of the Gospel of Jesus, in my opinion.Door Michael Dean McLain

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276: Good Theology In Broken Religion 37:23

1y ago37:23

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Yes, another institutional church critique podcast. And as long as people are oppressed by it, I will continue to podcast about it. Religion tends to take what we need every minute of every day, and package it for once a week consumption. Christ, and the many metaphors used for him and his way of life, show that he was meant to be the foundation of…

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275: Thoughts On Asbury 37:24

1y ago37:24

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Asbury, Kentucky, has experience a phenomenon few get to witness: a bona fide revival. What is a revival, exactly, and what, if anything, will come of this one?Door Michael Dean McLain

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274: The Dreams Of Children 40:36

1+ y ago40:36

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Do you remember your dreams, the big things you wanted to do, the heights you wanted to achieve, when you were a child? Actually, I don't. I'm not sure about everyone else, but I have a hard time remembering any big dreams before I was a high schooler. Not sure why...But, when we encounter the big dreams that kids have, how should we, as adults, re…

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273: Cotton Balls And Marbles 37:08

1+ y ago37:08

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Comparing choral singing and solo singing to institutional church and "organic" church may not see intuitive, but I think i make it work here. Check it out! For singers and those wanting to follow The Way.Door Michael Dean McLain

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272: When It's Just No Longer Enough 41:23

1+ y ago41:23

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For whatever reason, at some point, you will probably come to the realization that one aspect of your life, if not the whole thing, is no longer enough, no longer living up to the promise it once professed. It might be your job, your church, your marriage, but most likely, something in your life will lose the shine it once had. What do we do then?…

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271: The Kingdom And Globalization 40:55

1+ y ago40:55

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What do the Globalization movement and The Kingdom of Heaven have in common? More than you might think, in my opinion. Have a listen!Door Michael Dean McLain

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270: Jesus In The Margins 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

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Today, the church is so busy defining itself as victims, as marginalised, that we forget Jesus came and served those in the margins, those pushed aside by big government, religion, and business. Those are who he came for. But by his calling, we stepped into the light and left the margins. We found family and identity in Jesus. He saved us from the …

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269: Happy New Year(20203)! 33:25

1+ y ago33:25

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The first podcast of the new year for me, here I discuss traditional roles of women in the church and how my faith tradition, Church of Christ, has traditionally denied leadership roles for women. Why does this persist?Door Michael Dean McLain

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