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  1. 577551 Power, Pacifism, & Being Consistently Pro-Life with Shane ClaiborneWhat does it mean to be pro-life? Drawing from the words of Jesus, the Apostles, and the early church, Shane Claiborne says most American Christians have gotten it wrong. His new book, "Rethinking Life: Embracing the Sacredness of Every Person," argues for the value of the unborn, but also for combating poverty, racism, and other dehumanizing evils. He talks with Skye about how the early church's consistent ethic of life changed once it gained political power. It's one thing for a tiny church on the margins of society to apply the teachings of Jesus, but how do we apply his words when Christians have control of governments and armies? Skye is joined after the interview by Christian Taylor and Phil Vischer to debrief Claiborne's challenging ideas.   Patreon Bonus: Christian Asks… What Will Heaven Be Like? https://www.patreon.com/posts/78474602/   Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop  0:00 - Sponsor World Relief Join the Path -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ 0:46-  Intro   3:16 - Shane Claiborne   Tyre Nichols and policing http://www.shaneclaiborne.com/ https://twitter.com/ShaneClaiborne   13:55 Rethinking Life   28:24 Ethics and power   33:49 Abortion   48:30 Phil, Skye, Christian debrief   1:07:03 End Credits   Other resources:   Rethinking Life: Embracing the Sacredness of Every Person by Shane Claiborne - https://amzn.to/40EvZZZ   The Irresistible Revolution, Updated and Expanded: Living as an Ordinary Radical by Shane Claiborne - https://amzn.to/3x3SDxt   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/  Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost  The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 8 min
  2. 578552 Jesus Gets Us & We Get Data on Christian Nationalists with Kristin Kobes Du Mez VuA Christian campaign spent $20 million on two ads during the Super Bowl, but the "He Gets Us" commercials are facing criticism from both the right and left. One side says the ads did not present the gospel. The other says the campaign's funders are bigots. And everyone is wondering if the $20 million could have been spent more effectively. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn offer their takes. Then, Tim Keller has a new article with his prescription for how Christianity can thrive again in America, but does it all come down to overcoming political idolatry? And a new report from PRRI looks at the sobering data about Christian Nationalism. One-third of Americans are either committed Christian Nationalists or very sympathetic to it, and the majority of them are white evangelicals. Historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez is back to discuss the data and explain the link between Christian Nationalism, patriarchy, and authoritarianism. Plus, a candy factory is sued after workers fall into a chocolate vat.   Patreon Bonus:  Bonus interview with Shane Claiborne - https://www.patreon.com/posts/78696238/  Bonus interview with Kristin Kobes Du Mez - https://www.patreon.com/posts/78701015/    Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop     0:00 -  Intro   3:55 - Workers in a vat of chocolate 6:30 - He gets us   28:46 - American Christianity    Sponsor   56:28 - Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/ HOLYPOST    57:37 - Interview Intro   59:00 - Kristin Kobes Du Mez  https://kristindumez.com/ https://twitter.com/kkdumez   1:11:48 - Christian Nationalism and patriarchy   1:29:15 - Demographics   1:32:36 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment   Mars Wrigley fined after two workers fell into a tank of chocolate - https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/13/business/mars-wrigley-chocolate-vat-fine/index.html   He Gets Us - https://hegetsus.com   American Christianity is due for a revival by Timothy Keller - https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/02/christianity-secularization-america-renewal-modernity/672948/   Links Mentioned in Interview Segment Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez - https://amzn.to/3xlmodt   Jesus and John Wayne Holy Post Subseries - https://www.holypost.com/articles/categories/jesus-john-wayne   A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and Culture - https://www.prri.org/research/a-christian-nation-understanding-the-threat-of-christian-nationalism-to-american-democracy-and-culture/   Other resources: Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost     The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 33 min
  3. 579553: Revival Tourism & Christ vs Christians with Beth MooreShe's finally here! Bible teacher and author Beth Moore joins Kaitlyn Schiess to discuss her new memoir, her calling, and how she found the courage to speak out against the political idolatry of evangelical leaders in 2016. Moore says she learned how to put her faith in Christ himself rather than in Christian people. Also this week, we discuss the revival at Asbury University that's attracted 20,000 people to a small town in Kentucky—including a lot of Christian celebrities. Is it a genuine movement of God's Spirit, or a product of social media spin? Could it be both? Plus, a Christian professor discovers why "Florida is where woke goes to die," evangelicals rejected Jimmy Carter for being too nice, and the Grinch who stole Easter.   Patreon Bonus: Bonus Interview with Kaitlyn and Beth Moore - https://www.patreon.com/posts/79021837/   Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop     News Segment   Sponsor 0:00 - Sponsor World Relief Join the Path -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost/   0:45 Intro   3:35 - Stolen eggs   8:35 - Professor in trouble   25:47 - Asbury revival   38:51 - Jimmy Carter in hospice Sponsors 49:26 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at faithfulcounseling.com/holypost    50:32 - Sponsor: Abide abide.com Get 25% off your first year when you text HOLYPOST to 22433   51:50 - Interview Intro   53:15 - Beth Moore  https://twitter.com/BethMooreLPM  All My Knotted-Up Life: A Memoir by Beth Moore - https://amzn.to/3lWYLFy   59:41 - Calling   1:08:30 - Risking credibility   1:15:00 - Back to 2016   1:25:19- End Credits   Links mentioned in news segment: Thief Steals Nearly 200,000 Cadbury Creme Eggs in Britain - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/15/world/europe/cadbury-creme-eggs-theft.html   English professor in Florida says university is reviewing his employment following complaint over racial justice unit - https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/18/us/palm-beach-atlantic-university-professor-racial-justice-unit/index.html Asbury Professor: We're Witnessing a 'Surprising Work of God' - https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/february-web-only/asbury-revival-1970-2023-methodist-christian-holy-spirit.html Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez - https://amzn.to/3SmhZQQ   The Movie Proposal - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-movie-proposal/id1184573662 Other resources:   All My Knotted-Up Life: A Memoir by Beth Moore - https://amzn.to/3lWYLFy Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/  Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost  The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 26 min
  4. 580French Friday: The Real Masculinity CrisisThere's no denying that American men are struggling. Depression, drug use, and suicide are on the rise, and there are plenty of voices on the far right eager to blame feminists, the LGBT movement, #MeToo, and the left in general. They say our culture has made traditionally masculine traits "toxic" and stolen from men the one thing they need most—respect. David French explains to Skye Jethani why this diagnosis is wrong. He argues that the real crisis isn't that men lack respect, but that they lack "virtuous purpose." Plus, French and Jethani revisit the war in Ukraine one year after the Russian invasion. While the Biden Administration's support for Ukraine has gotten stronger, overall American support has weakened. What does that mean, and how will this conflict eventually end?   Sponsor 0:00 - Sponsor: Veritas Forum Listen to The Veritas Forum podcast today at bit.ly/veritasholypost   1:04 - Theme Song   3:00 - Men need purpose more than respect https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/12/opinion/men-purpose-respect.html   Sponsor 27:36 - Miracle Brand trymiracle.com/HOLYPOST   Save over 40% and be sure to use our promo code HOLYPOST at checkout to SAVE even more AND  get 3 FREE TOWELS!   28:42 - Sponsor Hiya Health hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order. 29:47 - The crisis of masculinity   34:20 - Christianity and consumerism 43:00 The War in Ukraine   1:02:22 Next Presidential election   1:08:20 - End Credits   Links mentioned in interview   https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/12/opinion/men-purpose-respect.html    Other resources: David French: https://twitter.com/DavidAFrench    https://www.holypost.com/   Support us and find premium content by going to https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 9 min
  5. 581554 Teenage Girls in Crisis & Rethinking Revelation with Scot McKnightA new report from the CDC finds a record number of teenage girls are now debilitated by mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. And social psychologist Jonathan Haidt says the evidence is abundant that social media is the cause, but the tech industry is resisting any changes. Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye discuss the social, political, and spiritual dimensions of the crisis. They also revisit the Asbury revival and how previous revivals in America produced both good and bad fruit. New Testament professor, Scot McKnight, talks about his latest book, "Revelation for the Rest of Us." He argues that a literal reading of the book isn't just wrong but dangerous. Rather than speculating about timelines and events, McKnight says the book is intended to teach Christians in every age how to be discerning, dissident disciples within Babylon. Plus, unstoppable Canadian super pigs are coming!   Patreon Bonus: Bonus Interview with Scot McKnight - https://www.patreon.com/posts/79339187/    Getting Schooled by Kaitlyn Schiess: Church Governance 101 - https://www.patreon.com/posts/79339413/    Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop     News Segment   0:00 - Intro 2:44 - Animal News 9:35 - Asbury Revival 26:22 - Mental health and social media 36:47 - Collective action 43:47 - Listening to teenagers   54:41 - Sponsor Miracle Brand trymiracle.com/HOLYPOST   Save over 40% and be sure to use our promo code HOLYPOST at checkout to SAVE even more AND  get 3 FREE TOWELS!   55:47  - Sponsor - Magic Spoon Go to magicspoon.com/HOLYPOST to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code HOLYPOST at checkout to save five dollars off your order!   57:23 -  Interview Intro  59:29 - Scot McKnight https://twitter.com/scotmcknight   1:01: 12 - Speculation approach 1:06:55 - Dispensationalism 1:12:16 - Silence on Revelation 1:18:04 Revelation for the rest of us 1:22:14 - America and Babylon 1:32:37 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment   Hybrid Super Pigs From Canada Are Invading Northern US; Why Are They a Problem? - https://www.sciencetimes.com/articles/42527/20230222/hybrid-super-pigs-canada-invading-northern-why-problem.htm   'Woodstock' for Christians: Revival Draws Thousands to Kentucky Town - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/23/us/kentucky-revival-asbury-university.html   Social Media is a Major Cause of the Mental Illness Epidemic in Teen Girls. Here's the Evidence.-  https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/social-media-mental-illness-epidemic   The crisis in American girlhood - https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/02/17/teen-girls-mental-health-crisis/   Other resources:   Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple by Scot McKnight - https://amzn.to/3ZpUpoW Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 33 min
  6. 582555: "The Article" & Biblical Critical Theory with Christopher WatkinThe Gospel Coalition published an article last week that brought together every divergent faction of the church to say, "Ick!" While many are discussing the troubling content of the article on social media, the Holy Post crew examines what is says about the troubling state of evangelical publishing. Then, new data finds liberal teens are struggling with depression at higher rates on average than conservative teens. What's the explanation? And Phil talks to professor Christopher Watkin about his book, "Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture." Is critical theory really as evil as some culture warriors say it is? Watkin offers a more thoughtful and Christian perspective on how to critique society. Plus, Japan discovers 7,000 new islands.   Patreon Bonus: Bonus Interview with Christopher Watkin - https://www.patreon.com/posts/79691495/   Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop    Sponsor 0:00 -  Sponsor: World Relief Join the Path -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost/   0:44 - Intro 3:46 - Islands found 9:40 - The Article 29:23 - Teen mental health and politics   Sponsors   49:40 - Sponsor Hiya Health hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order. 50:47 - Interview intro   Interview with Christopher Watkin https://christopherwatkin.com/ https://twitter.com/DrChrisWatkin    53:13 - Social contract 56:20 - Christopher's story 1:01:32 - Biblical Critical Theory  Biblical Critical Theory: How the Bible's Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture - https://amzn.to/3YkH1kJ   1:04:28 - Defining critical theory 1:10:50 - Augustine 1:16:29 - Analyzing culture through the bible 1:21:50 - Eternal destiny and culture 1:24:28 - Diagonalizing 1:35:31 - End Credits   Links mentioned in news segment: Japan just found 7,000 islands it didn't know it had - https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/02/asia/japan-islands-double-report-intl-hnk/index.html   Please understand that I was the first one who was upset by the bad article - https://mpierce.substack.com/p/please-understand-that-i-was-the   Esau McCaulley tweet link - https://twitter.com/esaumccaulley/status/1631380537892806669   Why are young liberals so depressed? - https://www.slowboring.com/p/why-are-young-liberals-so-depressed?utm_source=direct&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web Other resources:   The Uneasy Conscience of Modern Fundamentalism by Carl Henry - https://amzn.to/3IRhhH8 Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 39 min
  7. 583556: Teen Mental Health Revisited & Digital Discipleship with Nona JonesFeedback on the recent episode about the teen mental health report by the CDC was so strong that the Holy Post gang revisits the topic. Jonathan Haidt says three untruths that fuel depression were embraced by progressives ten years ago, but now they're commonplace among conservatives too. Then, in 1976, Jimmy Carter represented a biblically-rooted evangelicalism that was also politically progressive. So, why did white evangelicals abandon him—or did they? And former Facebook executive, Nona Jones, explains why social media companies say their mission is to create community but their business models do the opposite. Jones still believes there is hope for these platforms and is now working with YouVersion to build digital disciples. Plus, respected historian, Dave, believes there's a buried treasure under Kate's house.   Patreon Bonus: Getting Schooled by Kaitlyn Schiess Tithing 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/80028489/   Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop  0:00 -  Intro 2:39 - Theme Song 3:00 - The Holy Grail and Ark of the Covenant thought to be found in England 12:16 - Teenage Mental Health 38:10 - Jimmy Carter and Evangelicals  48:50 - Ryan Burge on race and religion in American politics   Sponsors 52:52 - Sponsor - Magic Spoon Go to magicspoon.com/HOLYPOST to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code HOLYPOST at checkout to save five dollars off your order!   54:29 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at faithfulcounseling.com/holypost    55:34 - Guest Interview - Nona Jones https://www.nonajones.com/   58:39 - Nona's time at Facebook   1:05:55 - The potential and the limits of technology in the Church   1:16:57 - How to use social media for the well-being of people   1:29:57 - End Credits   Links mentioned in news segment:    Holy Grail and Ark of Covenant thought to be located under an English house -  https://www.thebrighterside.news/post/2132023-holy-grail-and-ark-of-covenant-thought-to-be-located-under-an-english-house Why the Mental Health of Liberal Girls Sank First and Fastest -  https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/mental-health-liberal-girls Jimmy Carter embodies the 'road not taken' by many White evangelical Christians - https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/05/us/jimmy-carter-evangelicals-blake-cec/index.html   Ryan Burge - This is how much race matters more than religion in American politics https://twitter.com/ryanburge/status/1633863039291379712 Other resources: Killing Comparison: Reject the Lie You Aren't Good Enough and Live Confident in Who God Made You to Be by Nona Jones - https://amzn.to/3ZVZTru   https://www.youversion.com/  Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 31 min
  8. 584557: The Rise of Christian Nashville-ism & What Christians Must Do with Claude Alexander557: The Rise of Christian Nashville-ism & What Christians Must Do with Claude Alexander   Why doesn't Congress work? A recent article explains how diversity, education, and geography are driving the political parties apart. These findings also help explain the widening fractures among evangelicals. In the past, evangelicalism was primarily driven by academic institutions in the North, but now it's increasingly fueled by entertainment interests in the South. Phil explains this rise of "Christian Nashville-ism." Then, Skye talks to Bishop Claude Alexander about his book "Necessary Christianity," and what he believes to be the most urgent issues facing the church today. Plus, more listener feedback about teen mental health research, how puppies, infants, and Baby Yoda hack our brains, and an unexpected animal attack in Ohio. Patreon Bonus: Getting Schooled by Kaitlyn Schiess Communion 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/80346152/ Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop   0:00 -  Intro 3:15 - Theme Song 3:37 - Zebra Attack! 10:38 - Cute Babies 22:45 - Feedback from our Mental Health Discussion 30:56 - The Four Quadrants of American Politics 40:13 - Fragmentation of Evangelical Politics 49:16 - Rise of Christian Nashville-ism Sponsors 56:57 - Sponsor - Hiya hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   58:03 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at faithfulcounseling.com/holypost    59:07 - Guest Interview - Claude Alexander https://bishopclaudealexander.org   1:03:41 - Determining one's calling 1:10:08 - What must the American church do today 1:18:58 - What can the white evangelical church learn from the black church   1:31:42 - End Credits   Links mentioned in news segment:   Ohio man nearly loses arm in zebra attack at farm https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ohio-zebra-attack-farm-rcna74911   Why your brain thinks this puppy is undoubtedly cuter than a baby https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/neuroscience-of-cute/   Feedback from episode 556's  discussion on mental health https://www.holypost.com/post/556-teen-mental-health-revisited-digital-discipleship-with-nona-jones   The Four Quadrants of American Politics https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2023/03/house-of-representatives-equity-research-institute-usc-analysis/673422/   The fragmentation of evangelical politics https://currentpub.com/2023/03/16/the-fragmentation-of-evangelical-politics/     Other resources: Necessary Christianity: What Jesus Shows We Must Be and Do by Claude Alexander https://amzn.to/3Z5Djfa   Becoming the Church: God's People in Purpose and Power by Claude Alexander -  https://amzn.to/3TAkIXS   Required: God's Call to Justice, Mercy, and Humility to Overcome Racial Division by Claude Alexander - https://amzn.to/3LFJRyk   The Politics of the Cross: A Christian Alternative to Partisanship by Daniel Williams -  https://amzn.to/42reg9w Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost  The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 32 min
  9. 585558: Saddleback vs the SBC & Misusing the Marriage Metaphor with Beth Felker Jones & Amy PeelerDescription: Rick Warren, the founder and former pastor of Saddleback Church, is speaking out after his church was ejected from the Southern Baptist Convention for ordaining women. Phil explains how the SBC went from being accepting of female leaders, to opposing them, to kicking out churches that depart even slightly on the issue. Then, Kaitlyn talks with Dr. Beth Felker Jones and Dr. Amy Peeler about Joshua Butler's controversial article comparing the gospel to marital sex. They explain what his article gets fundamentally wrong about the New Testament's marriage metaphor. Plus, a new study finds evangelicals are the least liked religious group in America, except by evangelicals who think they're great. And someone is anonymously leaving their mark on Broadway. Patreon Bonus: Bonus Interview with Beth Felker Jones & Amy Peeler https://www.patreon.com/posts/80671682 Patreon Bonus: Listener Question https://www.patreon.com/posts/80671892 Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop     0:00 -  Intro 2:45 - Theme Song 3:55 - News of the Butt 9:03 - Evangelicals loved by Evangelicals, but not anyone else 14:14 - SBC history around women ordination  26:49 - Denny Burke's response to Rick Warren 46:14 - Guest Interview - Beth Felker Jones & Amy Peeler 53:47 - Can marriage and sex point us to God? 59:29 - Interpreting the marriage metaphor in Ephesians 5 1::03:11 - Flaws of the giver, receiver framework 1:18:59 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Fan poops in aisle near Hillary and Chelsea Clinton at Broadway show https://pagesix.com/2023/03/20/fan-poops-in-aisle-near-hillary-and-chelsea-clinton-at-show/   Evangelicals Are the Most Beloved US Faith Group Among Evangelicals https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/march/evangelical-reputation-negative-us-survey-religious-groups-.html    The Southern Baptist Convention's coming 'Great Ejection' https://religionnews.com/2023/03/22/the-southern-baptist-conventions-coming-great-ejection/ Rick Warren Has Done the SBC a Great Service https://www.dennyburk.com/rick-warren-has-done-the-sbc-a-great-service/ Other resources:   The Bible's Marriage Metaphor Doesn't Belong In the Bedroom by Amy Peeler https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/march-web-only/marriage-metaphor-ephesians-5-christ-husband-sex-tgc.html   Protestant bodies, Protestant bedrooms, & our furious need for a theology thereof by Beth Felker Jones https://bethfelkerjones.substack.com/p/protestant-bodies-protestant-bedrooms   Faithful: A Theology of Sex by Beth Felker Jones https://amzn.to/42QqaK7 Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost     The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 20 min
  10. 586French Friday: Transgenderism & Parental RightsIt's becoming increasingly clear that parental rights is poised to be a significant issue in the 2024 election, particularly as it relates to transgenderism and gender-affirming healthcare. Skye Jethani talks to David French about his recent editorial that provoked a backlash from both ends of the political spectrum. French explains why recent efforts in California and Texas, which take opposite positions on youth transgenderism, both violate the long-affirmed rights of parents to make healthcare decisions for their own children without government interference. Is it another case of both the Right and Left embracing illiberal and unconstitutional tactics to fight the Culture War? Or, does the rise of transgenderism among kids demand the government's intervention regardless of what parents want? 0:00 - Theme Song 5:22 - Don't Let the Culture War Degrade the Constitution  11:00 - Parental Rights in California 21:47 - Parental Rights in Texas 33:52 - Kaylee McGhee White's Critique 46:52 - Navigating the polarization of our communities  1:01:40 - End Credits   Links mentioned in interview   Don't Let the Culture War Degrade the Constitution https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/12/opinion/newsom-desantis-walgreens-constitution.html Yes, the state has both the right and the responsibility to restrict gender ideology https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/patriotism-unity/yes-the-state-has-both-the-right-and-the-responsibility-to-restrict-gender-ideology Other resources: David French: https://twitter.com/DavidAFrench   https://www.holypost.com/   Support us and find premium content by going to https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 2 min
  11. 587559: The Nashville Shooting & Preaching to a Divided Nation with Matthew Kim & Paul HoffmanDescription: Immediately after last week's school shooting in Nashville, opportunists used it to advance their favorite culture war narratives. Why does this happen after every tragedy, and why are we more likely to empathize with victims we identify closely with? Then, what impact will Donald Trump's indictment have on the 2024 presidential race? Are his evangelical supporters finally ready to move on? And, can preaching really undo the damage and division caused by cable news and social media? Kaitlyn Schiess interviews the authors of "Preaching to a Divided Nation: A Seven-Step Model for Promoting Reconciliation and Unity." Plus, Levi's goes AI and Christian is having none of it. Patreon Bonus: Getting Schooled: Baptism 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/81033702/ Holy Post merch store - https://www.holypost.com/shop     0:00 -  Intro 4:09 - Theme Song 4:30 - Skye tries pickleball 7:17 - Levi's using AI models 13:23 - Nashville school shooting 19:43 - Avoiding culture war narratives after national tragedies  32:14 - What's to be learned from tragedies like this 45:51 - Trump's Indictment   Sponsors  51:06 - Sponsor - Hiya Health hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   52:12 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at faithfulcounseling.com/holypost   53:16 - Guest Interview - Matthew Kim and Paul Hoffman 59:19 - Does preaching still have an impact on people? 1:11:10 - How to deal with difficult topics through centered and bounded sets 1:16:22 -How to discern when is the right time to bring up a controversial topic    1:27:49 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Levi's will test AI-generated clothing models to 'increase diversity' https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/27/23658385/levis-ai-generated-clothing-model-diversity-denim   Why Phil usually waits to comment on national tragedies https://twitter.com/philvischer/status/1641852609391624208 Other resources:   Preaching to a Divided Nation: A Seven-Step Model for Promoting Reconciliation and Unity by Matthew Kim and Paul Hoffman https://amzn.to/3m2pGQO Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost     The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 28 min
  12. 588560: The Rise of Retaliation Politics & How to Suffer Well with Alan NobleProtests have continued after last month's school shooting in Nashville, including in the Tennessee state legislature where the majority Republicans expelled two Democrats after their protests broke the rules of decorum. What was really accomplished by this extreme response, and what's really behind the rise of retaliation politics? Then, Skye talks to Alan Noble about his new book, "On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living." Noble says we've believed the lies that life is supposed to be pleasurable, that suffering is abnormal, and that our feelings are a reflection of reality. Instead, at a time when depression, anxiety, and loneliness are skyrocketing, he shows how our faith equips us to suffer well. Plus, scientists have grown mammoth meatballs. Yummy! Patreon Bonus: Getting Schooled: Kids in Church 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/81372946/     0:00 -  Intro   4:15 - Theme Song   4:37 - Woolly Mammoth Meatball   11:27 - Tennessee GOP expels 2 Democrats from state legislature   20:45 - The merging of Christianity with populist right wing politics   31:41 - The rise of retaliation in politics Sponsors   49:36 - Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   50:41 - Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off 51:45 - Interview Intro Alan Noble - https://www.oalannoble.com/   56:15 - Normalizing suffering   1:05:07 - The importance of finding community    1:16:11 - Talking about mental health with nonbelievers     1:26:04  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Meatballs made with mammoth DNA created by Australian food startup https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/28/world/mammoth-meatballs-cultured-meat-climate-scn/index.html   How Tennessee GOP expelling 2 Democrats could have ripple effect in other states https://www.axios.com/2023/04/07/tennessee-house-lawmakers-expulsion-democrats   Three and Out - Thoughts on Tennessee https://thedispatch.com/newsletter/boilingfrogs/three-and-out/   'It's worth it': Charlie Kirk calls school shootings 'a prudent deal' to protect the Second Amendment https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/opinion/it-s-worth-it-charlie-kirk-calls-school-shootings-a-prudent-deal-to-protect-the-second-amendment/ar-AA19yBEq?ocid=winp2fptaskbarhover&cvid=9db1b08b44954b8fb3e95e773fc78a4a&ei=7 Other resources:   On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living by Alan Noble https://amzn.to/3miTSax   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 27 min
  13. 589561: How the Evangelical Movement Failed a Generation with Jon WardFrom the Jesus Movement in the 1970s, through the Religious Right in the 1980s, the rise of New Calvinism in the 1990s, and the MAGA movement today, as a Christian kid in the suburbs and then a political journalist in Washington, Jon Ward has had a front seat to the most significant characters and events in American evangelicalism. He talks with Skye about his new autobiography, "Testimony," and why he is still committed to Christian faith despite the failure of the movement that raised him. Also this week, early data shows a reduction in the number of abortions since the Supreme Court overturned Roe, but it's less than many predicted. The so-called "independent prophets'' are predicting God will kill Donald Trump's opponents next month. Why are they still supporting him when there are alternatives? And a report finds advocates of Christian Nationalism are more rooted in cultural heritage than Christian theology. Is anyone surprised? Patreon Bonus: Christian Asks - What is Hell? https://www.patreon.com/posts/81695519/   Patreon Bonus: Jon Ward bonus interview https://www.patreon.com/posts/81704208/     0:00 -  Intro   3:26 - Theme Song   3:47 - Sponsor: Blueland To get 15% off your first order, go to Blueland.com/HOLYPOST  4:56 - Show continues   5:35 - MAGA prophet says anti-Trumpers will experience sudden deaths in May   13:48 - Abortion rates since Dobbs decision   29:52 - Why some Christians feel the need to pass God's law as the nation's law   43:22 - How Christian is Christian Nationalism   Sponsors 57:07 - Sponsor: Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   58:12 - Sponsor - Sundays Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.    59:23 - Interview Intro Jon Ward - https://www.jonwardwrites.org/   1:02:14 - Jon's upbringing from the Jesus Movement to New Calvinism   1:07:22 - Gnosticism's influence on Evangelicalism   1:18:54 - Journalism during the Trump era    1:30:46  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   MAGA prophet Lance Wallnau says that anti-Trumpers in both political parties will start dying "sudden deaths" next month https://currentpub.com/2023/04/14/maga-prophet-lance-wallnau-says-that-anti-trumpers-in-both-political-parties-will-start-dying-sudden-deaths-next-month/   Legal Abortions in US Down 5,000 Per Month Since the End of Roe https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-04-11/us-abortions-fall-by-5-000-average-per-month-after-roe-v-wade-was-overturned?leadSource=uverify%20wall   How Christian Is Christian Nationalism? https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/04/03/how-christian-is-christian-nationalism Other resources:   Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation by Jon Ward https://amzn.to/40i5mJ8 Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 31 min
  14. 590562: Fox Fires Tucker, Toxic Gun Culture, & Rethinking Revivals with Derwin GrayAfter admitting it broadcast election lies and conspiracies, and paying $787 million in damages, Fox News has fired its most popular host. Does this signal a change at the cable news network? An online chatbot says Christianity gives it hope. Are we witnessing the first A.I. convert? Then, more innocent people are being shot by fearful gun owners who "feel threatened." Is this the inevitable outcome of America's addiction to fear and idolatry of guns? And Derwin Gray is back to ask a question he's been sitting on for 20 years—why isn't the Civil Rights Movement considered a Christian revival? He talks to Skye about the history of revivals in America, and how economic and political idols have prevented us from truly embracing the messianic mandate of Jesus. Plus, a Florida shark got hammered on spring break. Patreon Bonus: Derwin Gray https://www.patreon.com/posts/82033003   Patreon Bonus: Holy Post Office https://www.patreon.com/posts/82037160 0:00 -  Intro   3:25 - Theme Song   3:47 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   4:55 - Tucker Carlson Fired from Fox News   15:31 - Florida Man Beats Shark with Hammer   19:20 - Google AI becomes a Christian?   24:06 - Recent "Wrong Place, Wrong time" Shootings   36:50 - Feelings and Institutions   Sponsors 47:33 - Sponsor: Magic Spoon Go to magicspoon.com/HOLYPOST and use code HOLYPOST to get $5 off   49:11 - Sponsor - Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off   50:16 - Interview Intro Derwin Gray - https://www.derwinlgray.com/   53:11 - Why the Civil Rights Movement should be considered a revival   1:03:14 - Were the  great American revivals of the past actually revivals?   1:11:55 - Problems of seeing faith as only individualistic    1:24:12  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Florida man accused of beating a shark with a hammer arrested https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/04/14/florida-man-accused-of-beating-a-shark-with-a-hammer-arrested/   Experimental Google AI 'Bard' talks faith in the first person, says 'Christianity gives me hope' https://www.christianpost.com/news/experimental-google-ai-bard-talks-faith-in-the-first-person.html   Common mistakes, uncommon reactions in 4 separate shootings https://apnews.com/article/wrong-place-shootings-3c6e5061adb30d889ac3d071893ef129 Other resources:   Why Isn't the Civil Rights Movement Considered a Revival Movement? https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/446070-civil-rights-movement-considered-revival.html   How to Heal Our Racial Divide by Derwin Gray https://www.amazon.com/How-Heal-Racial-Divide-Reconciliation/dp/149645880X?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682438902&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=philvischer02-20&linkId=f365a7f8648cc31cc7c901fbc2b46840&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl   Missional and Multiethnic: Are You Ready for the Future of the Church? https://churchleaders.com/outreach-missions/outreach-missions-articles/447999-missional-multiethnic-church-ready-future.html   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 25 min
  15. 591French Friday: How to Thrive in a Post-Christian CultureFrom Harvard Law School to The New York Times, David French has repeatedly found himself in communities where secular progressivism is the majority view, and where his Christian beliefs face suspicion, ridicule, or even hostility. Skye Jethani asks French how he's learned to not just survive in these post-Christian enclaves, but actually thrive. What mistakes did he make? How did he successfully build relationships across political and philosophical barriers? And how did closer connections with those he disagreed with strengthen his faith? French also explains why Christians who sow fear and anger toward the culture will reap fear and anger from the culture. He's made that error and says joy and curiosity are what Christian leaders need to display in the public square instead. 0:00 - Intro   1:29 - David's childhood in rural Kentucky   7:23 - Sponsor - Blueland To get 15% off your first order, go to Blueland.com/HOLYPOST    8:37 - David's time at Harvard   23:18 - Sponsor - Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order    24:24 - Sponsor - Sundays Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.    25:38 - How Christians should tolerate beliefs they disagree with   34:48 - David's regret about being too combative   49:26 -The Power of Joy   58:49 - End Credits   Links mentioned in interview   Holy Post episode 412 - This is Your Brain on God with Jim Wilder https://www.holypost.com/post/episode-403-this-is-your-brain-on-god-with-dr-jim-wilder Other resources: David French: https://twitter.com/DavidAFrench   https://www.holypost.com/   Support us and find premium content by going to https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.59 min
  16. 592563: How Rapture Theology Shaped America (Part 1)Many Christians in America simply assume that Jesus could return at any moment, that believers will be raptured in the twinkling of an eye, that the state of Israel has a special role in the End Times, and that the church should just save souls and stay out of politics. In Part 1 of an interview about this new book, historian Daniel G. Hummel explains to Phil how this rapture theology isn't rooted in church history, but was invented by a British layman less than 200 years ago. And why it was embraced by American pastors during the Civil War who wanted to avoid talking about slavery, race, and reconstruction. Also this week—paganism is on the rise. Who is really killing public schools? And women will win the battle of the sexes in 4.6 million years. Patreon Bonus: Christian Asks - What Happens to Non-Christians When They Die? https://www.patreon.com/posts/82415424/ Defined Terms to Know for This Week's Interview   Millennium - The thousand year reign of Christ described in Revelation 20:1-8. There are basically three understandings of this: Premillennialism - (Think Left Behind book series) Christians will be raptured, leaving behind everyone else. There will be a tribulation period with the rise of the Antichrist, mark of the beast, war, famine, earthquakes, etc. before Christ eventually comes and rules on earth for 1,000 years during which peace will reign. After one final rebellion, God will crush evil forever, offer a final judgment, and establish heaven and hell for eternity.   Postmillennialism - The millennium will come from the spiritual and moral influence of the Church through preaching and teaching. Conversions will increase and evil will diminish. In other words, Christians will make the world a better and better place and after that, Christ will come back, the dead will be resurrected, and there will be a final judgment   Amillennialism - The 1000 year period mentioned in Revelation does not refer to a specific period of time, but to the heavenly reign of Christ. Rev. 20 means the return of Christ will occur at the end of history. Sees Revelation as more symbolic than literal.    Eschatology - The study of the end times - how history will end and Christ will come back to establish his eternal kingdom   Ecclesiology - the study of the church - its mission and structure as well as its place in God's overall plan for the world 0:00 -  Intro   3:11 - Theme Song   3:33 - Sponsor: Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   4:41 - The end of men?   13:48 - Dawn of the new pagans   32:52 - Public vs Private vs Homeschool Debate   Sponsors 53:50 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   54:55 - Sponsor: World Relief Join the Path and have your donation matched -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost/   55:46 - Interview Intro Daniel Hummel - https://www.danielghummel.com/   1:03:50 - Who is John Darby?   1:14:21- Dispensationalism advanced by the Civil War and Dwight Moody   1:35:21  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Scientists divided over what will happen to men as Y chromosome is disappearing https://www.unilad.com/news/is-the-y-chromosome-disappearing-077677-20230429   Dawn of the new pagans: 'Everybody's welcome – as long as you keep your clothes on!' https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/apr/27/dawn-of-the-new-pagans-everybodys-welcome-as-long-as-you-keep-your-clothes-on   How school choice drives America's people of faith apart https://religionnews.com/2023/04/19/how-school-choice-drives-americas-people-of-faith-apart/ Other resources: The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism: How the Evangelical Battle over the End Times Shaped a Nation by Daniel Hummel https://amzn.to/3AN8pyH   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 36 min
  17. 593564: How Rapture Theology Shaped America (Part 2)How did a theological system that rejected Christian participation in politics eventually give birth to the Religious Right? Phil talks to historian Daniel Hummel about the spread of rapture theology in the 20th century, why it spawned so many conspiracies, the legacy of the Left Behind books, and why rapture theology remains so popular despite being rejected by nearly every evangelical seminary. Also this week, why did controversial author, Joshua Butler, resign from his church? The embrace of Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump by the Religious Right is proof that the movement is now entirely post-Christian. And reflections on the coronation of King Charles III. Patreon Bonus: Bonus Interview with Daniel Hummel https://www.patreon.com/posts/82764208   Patreon Bonus: Getting Schooled: Feminism 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/82763553/ 0:00 -  Sponsor - World Relief Join the Path and have your donation matched -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch   0.50 - Intro    3:15 - Theme Song   3:36 - Sponsor: Blueland To get 15% off your first order, go to Blueland.com/HOLYPOST   4:44 - Coronation of King Charles III   14:24 - News of the Good   17:42 - Resignation of Josh Butler   22:26 - The Post Christian Right   31:29 - The End of the Values Voter Wing of the GOP   Sponsors   49:12 - Sponsor: Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order    50:19 - Sponsor Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off   51:25 - Interview Intro Daniel Hummel - https://www.danielghummel.com/   54:03 - The Scofield Bible and Fundamentalism Christianity   1:04:19 - Late Great Planet Earth   1:11:45 - Tim LaHaye and the Left Behind Series   1:20:39 - The Academic Decline of Premillennialism Dispensationalism    1:30:59  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Josh Butler Resigns as Pastor Following TGC Article Backlash https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/may/joshua-butler-resign-tgc-beautiful-union-redemption-tempe-c.html   More about World Relief https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch   Tucker Carlson's Dark and Malign Influence Over the Christian Right https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/07/opinion/tucker-carlson-christian-right.html Trump killed the 'values voter' wing of the GOP. It isn't coming back in 2024 https://www.politico.com/news/2023/04/21/trump-values-voter-wing-gop-00093175 Other resources: The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism: How the Evangelical Battle over the End Times Shaped a Nation by Daniel Hummel https://amzn.to/3AN8pyH   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 32 min
  18. 594565: The Vegan Bible, Loveless Christianity, & Spiritual Narcissism with Rainn WilsonEthicist, David Gushee, says we are seeing the emergence of a new kind of loveless Christianity. But those who practice it say their anger, culture warring, and pursuit of power are actually how they're loving their neighbors. Then, Skye talks to actor Rainn Wilson, best known as Dwight Schrute from "The Office," about religious pluralism, spiritual narcissism, why Hollywood misrepresents Christians, and how he became a follower of the Baha'i faith. Wilson's new book is "Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution." Also this week—A.I. has rewritten Genesis to be vegan-friendly, and does God really hate yoga pants?   Patreon Bonus:  Our full discussion on yoga pants https://www.patreon.com/posts/83104170   0.00 - Intro   2:33 - Theme Song   2:55 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   4:03 - A Vegan Bible   15:23 - Yoga Pants & Christian Modesty   25:37 - Christianity without Love Sponsors   40:55 - Sponsor Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off   42:00 - Sponsor Sundays Dog Food Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.    43:14 - Interview Intro    48:26 - Rainn's journey to becoming Baha'i   53:30 - Why people are shifting away from religion   1:02:43 - Avoiding "self-help" spirituality    1:08:35 - How can people of different faiths work together   1:22:55  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   PETA Rewrites the Bible With ChatGPT: 'A Loving God Would Never Endorse Exploitation'  https://vegnews.com/vegan-health-wellness/activism/peta-bible-chatgpt-god-vegan   'Women's leggings are too revealing': Men of the Christian right deem yoga pants too scandalous to wear outside https://www.dailydot.com/debug/yoga-pants-twitter-debate-womens-clothing-mom-misogyny/   Christianity without love https://baptistnews.com/article/christianity-without-love/ Other resources: Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution by Rainn Wilson https://amzn.to/3pJKIVG   The Divine Commodity: Discovering a Faith Beyond Consumer Christianity by Skye Jethani https://amzn.to/41GGZWe   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 23 min
  19. 595566: Tim Keller, American Poverty, & the Legacy of Rich Mullins with James Bryan SmithInfluential pastor, author, and apologist, Tim Keller, passed away last week. We reflect on Keller's ministry and wonder who is filling the shoes of the Christian giants we've lost. A new book about poverty says that the U.S. spends more on welfare than any other country except France, but the majority goes to help the wealthy and middle-class rather than the poor. Why aren't we doing more to end poverty, and is our view of the Bible to blame? Then, it's been 25 years since Rich Mullins died. Skye talks to Mullins' friend James Bryan Smith about the songwriter's inspiring life and legacy. Plus, Matthew Soerens shares some good news from the Southern border.   Patreon Bonus:  Holy Post Office - What do you do when the perfect church doesn't exist? When should you leave and when should you stay despite differences? https://www.patreon.com/posts/83444083 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief Join the Path and have your donation matched -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch   0:49 - Intro   3:08 - Show Starts   3:51 - Theme Song   4:12 - Remembering Tim Keller    25:51 - News of the Good   36:01- American Poverty   Sponsors   1:03:06 - Sponsor: Wheaton Grad School Explore over 20 master's, doctoral, and certificate programs at www.wheaton.edu/holypost   1:04:11 - Sponsor: Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at www.FaithfulCounseling.com/HOLYPOST   1:05:17 - Interview Intro - James Bryan Smith   1:07:09 - How Rich and Bryan became friends   1:13:07 - Rich's uniqueness and authenticity   1:25:53 - Rich's reliance on God    1:35:20  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Tim Keller Practiced the Grace He Preached https://christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/may-web-only/tim-keller-death-pastor-theologian-church-life-legacy-grace.html   Title 42 has ended. Here's what it did, and how US immigration policy is changing https://apnews.com/article/immigration-biden-border-title-42-mexico-asylum-be4e0b15b27adb9bede87b9bbefb798d Support World Relief https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch How America Manufactures Poverty https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/03/20/matthew-desmond-poverty-by-america-book-review Other resources:   Rich Mullins (25th Anniversary Edition): An Arrow Pointing to Heaven by James Bryan Smith https://amzn.to/428PSI9   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 36 min
  20. 596French Friday: Update from Ukraine & The Future Of Affirmative ActionDavid French has just returned from Ukraine where he saw the devastating impact of the Russian invasion. He talks to Skye about the resilience of the Ukrainian people, the need for more American support, and how a Trump victory in 2024 is part of Putin's war plan. Then, the Supreme Court appears likely to rule against colleges and universities that consider race in the admission process. What are the arguments for and against Affirmative Action, and how will the court's decision reverberate beyond higher education? 0:00 - Theme Song   0:17 - Why there is not more U.S. support of Ukraine   20:35 - David's experience in Kyiv   33:37 - Sponsor - Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order    34:44 - Sponsor - Magic Spoon Go to magicspoon.com/HOLYPOST and use code HOLYPOST to get $5 off   36:22 - Harvard Affirmative Action Case in the Supreme Court   45:45 - Previous Affirmative Action cases   58:49 - End Credits   Links mentioned in interview   Why Ukraine Needs Those F-16s https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/21/opinion/21french-ukraine-f16-fighters.html   I Just Arrived in Kyiv. The Ukrainian Valor Is Breathtaking. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/18/opinion/ukraine-kyiv-missile-patriot.html   Other resources: David French: https://twitter.com/DavidAFrench   https://www.holypost.com/   Support us and find premium content by going to https://www.patreon.com/holypost   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 3 min
  21. 597567: Christian Nationalism Roundup & the Doctrine of HellPhil's file of Christian Nationalism stories has gotten full, so we're covering a number of them this week. We explore the beliefs of early Christian Nationalists from the 1920s, how modern Christian Nationalism can't shake its racist roots, and why it's gaining popularity with some followers of Reformed theology. Skye explains what Christian Nationalism shares in common with the Prosperity Gospel, and Kaitlyn dismantles Christian Nationalists who say their views are rooted in God's design in nature. Then, we share one of our most popular Holy Post bonus features with everyone where Christian Taylor asks Skye about what the Bible really says, and does not say, about hell. Plus, another Christian college professor got Tisby'd.   Patreon Bonus:  Christian Asks - Why isn't God's proper name, Yahweh, in our English Bibles? https://www.patreon.com/posts/83796550/ 0:00 - Intro   1:31 - Show Starts   4:14 - Theme Song   4:36 - Julie Moore fired by Taylor University   17:59 - Christian Nationalism's Racist Roots   27:16 - New Review of Stephen Wolfe's book on Christian Nationalism   36:20 - A review of Mere Christiandom   45:11 - Christian Nationalism Fascism   Sponsors   56:35 - Sponsor: Blueland To get 15% off your first order, go to Blueland.com/HOLYPOST   57:43 - Sponsor: Sundays Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.    58:54 - Christian Asks Intro   59:53 - What is Hell?   1:16:37 - Check out Holy Post Plus - www.holypost.com/plus   1:17:08  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Taylor professor Julie Moore cited Jemar Tisby on her syllabus. Then she lost her job. https://religionnews.com/2023/05/03/taylor-english-professor-julie-moore-cited-jemar-tisby-on-her-syllabus-then-she-lost-her-job/   Old-school Christian nationalism's avatar of racism, antisemitism and conspiracies https://religionnews.com/2023/03/07/for-gerald-l-k-smith-old-school-christian-nationalism-meant-racism-antisemitism-and-conspiracies/   Beware the 'Christian Prince' https://reason.com/2023/05/13/beware-the-christian-prince/   A Review of Mere Christendom by Doug Wilson https://g3min.org/a-review-of-mere-christendom-by-doug-wilson/   Christian Nationalism Talks Religion, But Walks Fascism https://religioninpublic.blog/2020/02/05/christian-nationalism-talks-religion-but-walks-fascism/ Other resources:   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 18 min
  22. 598568: Oh, Boycotts! & What Happened to Humility? with Richard Foster & Brenda QuinnBud Light, Target, Kohls, Chick-Fil-A—the list of companies and brands being boycotted by Christians keeps getting longer. Now there are even calls to boycott the hit streaming series about Jesus, "The Chosen." When are boycotts justified, when are they just performative, and is there any escape from the purity death spiral they create? Then, Skye talks to Pastor Brenda Quinn and author Richard Foster about his new book, "Learning Humility." When did Christians decide humility was a vice rather than a virtue, and what are the ingredients necessary to cultivate it in our lives and communities? Plus, atheist street pirates!   Patreon Bonus:  Getting Schooled - Prophets 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/84169789 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief Join the Path and have your donation matched -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch 0.50 - Intro   1:57 - Show Starts   3:26 - Theme Song   3:48 - Atheist Street Pirates   9:30 - Boycott Wars   36:16 - News of the Good   47:01 - Religious Freedom   Sponsors   1:00:36 - Sponsor: Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off   1:01:41 Sponsor: Wheaton Grad School Explore over 20 master's, doctoral, and certificate programs at www.wheaton.edu/holypost 1:02:43 Interview Intro   1:11:32 - Childlike humility   1:21:19 - Avoiding pride in ministry   1:37:55  - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   LA's Atheist Street Pirates go national in efforts to remove illegal religious signs https://religionnews.com/2023/04/28/las-atheist-street-pirates-go-national-in-efforts-to-remove-illegal-religious-signs/   'The Chosen' Defends Pride Flag Spotted On Set: 'Let The Show Speak For Itself' https://www.dailywire.com/news/the-chosen-defends-pride-flag-spotted-on-set-let-the-show-speak-for-itself?%3Futm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dwnewstwitter Jeremy Boreing's Critique of His Own Website https://twitter.com/JeremyDBoreing/status/1663897763375992837?s=20   Religious freedom was meant to protect not bludgeon. What happened? https://religionnews.com/2023/05/22/religious-freedom-was-meant-to-protect-not-bludgeon-what-happened/ Other resources:   Learning Humility: A Year of Searching for a Vanishing Virtue by Richard Foster https://amzn.to/42rsmGs   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 38 min
  23. 599569: Shiny Happy Certainty & How Women Led in the Early Church with Nijay GuptaTwo events have our attention. First, a new documentary about reality TV's Dugger family is exposing the ugly side of the Christian fundamentalism, patriarchy, and legalism taught by Bill Gothard's ministry. And, Christian broadcaster and pillar of the Religious Right, Pat Robertson, died this week at 93. Was there a link between the popularity of Gothard and Robertson for a whole generation of American Christians? Then, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta talks about his new book "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church." And he participates in an unexpected therapy session with Skye about their shared background. Also this week—Kaitlyn is learning German, book bans backfire on the Bible in Utah, and Phil rescues pets from fallen ministry leaders. Patreon Bonus:  Christian Asks - What does it mean to not use the Lord's name in vain? https://www.patreon.com/posts/84518764   Bonus Interview with Nijay Gupta - https://www.patreon.com/posts/84519280 0:00 - Intro   1:38 - Show Starts   2:27 - Theme Song   2:49 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.  4:01 - Kaitlyn learning German   7:16  - Bible banned in schools   15:00 - Shiny Happy People and Pat Robertson   Sponsors   49:15 - Sponsor - Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   50:20 - Sponsor -  Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   51:30 - Interview Intro   52:58 - Nijay Gupta  Nijay Gupta twitter - https://twitter.com/NijayKGupta   1:05:20 Women in the Old Testament   1:11: 21 Women in Rome   1:19:59 Paul and pragmatism   1:27:22   - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Utah parent upset by book bans gets Bible pulled from school shelves to expose 'bad faith process' - https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/utah-parent-upset-book-bans-gets-bible-pulled-school-shelves-expose-ba-rcna87450 Reading for the Love of God: How to Read as a Spiritual Practice by Jessica Hooten Wilson - https://amzn.to/43DR7kr   The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt - https://amzn.to/3qwccOT    WITH by Skye Jethani - https://amzn.to/3JbZNpI Other resources:   Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Nijay Gupta https://amzn.to/3NdVZa7   The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth by Beth Allison Barr - https://amzn.to/3Xcgbwn Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 28 min
  24. 600570: Hello AI Sermons, Goodbye Saddleback, & Happy Juneteenth with Rasool BerryChristians in Germany are using ChatGPT to create liturgies and even preach sermons. Is the rise of AI different from previous technologies, and how should the church respond? Meanwhile, the South Baptists voted overwhelmingly to prohibit women from being pastors and banned any churches that disagree. How did an issue that even John Piper argued was not essential in 1991 become grounds for excommunication in 2023? Then, a new documentary by author and pastor, Rasool Berry, introduces the history and meaning of Juneteenth. While some MAGA conservatives are condemning the holiday as "woke," Berry says it actually has deep connections to Christian theology and the church. Plus, Christian is searching for a castle in Belgium. Patreon Bonus:  Getting Schooled - Penal Substitutionary Atonement https://www.patreon.com/posts/84872925 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief Join the Path and have your donation matched -  https://worldrelief.org/holypost?utm_source=HolyPost&utm_medium=ShowNotes&utm_campaign=Spring23PathMatch   0:48 - Intro   2:38 - Show Starts   3:20 - Theme Song   3:41 - Christian is in Belgium!   6:33 - AI Preacher   16:31-News of the Good   27:30 - Women and the SBC   Sponsors   51:35 - Sponsor -  Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   52:44 - Sponsor - Miracle Made Go to TryMiracle.com/ HOLYPOST and use the code HOLYPOST to claim your free 3 piece towel set and save over 40% off   53:51 - Interview Intro Rasool Berry - https://www.rasoolberry.com/   55:15 - History of Juneteenth   1:04:38 - The Resistance of White Southerners    1:15:11 - Juneteenth's connections with Christian Theology   1:25:53   - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Can a chatbot preach a good sermon? Hundreds attend church service generated by ChatGPT to find out https://religionnews.com/2023/06/12/can-a-chatbot-preach-a-good-sermon-hundreds-attend-church-service-generated-by-chatgpt-to-find-out/   The Myth That Binds The Southern Baptist Convention https://terranwilliams.com/the-myth-that-binds-the-southern-baptist-convention/   The irony of Rick Warren being the main character in the fight for women pastors https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/rick-warren-southern-baptists-women-rcna88964   John Stott's differences between fundamentalism and evangelicals https://twitter.com/judsontaylor/status/1669365241430544386?s=20 Other resources:   Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom | A Documentary from @ourdailybread Voices Collection https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmjuDxKTzzg   The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth by Beth Allison Barr https://amzn.to/3PkSfox   Evangelical Truth: A Personal Plea For Unity And Faithfulness by John Stott https://amzn.to/3Ph96IT   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.1 hr 26 min
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