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- 649French Friday: Why D.E.I. is the New C.R.T.Lately, there's been lots of talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)—sometimes as a virtuous initiative and sometimes as a boogeyman. Even Elon Musk weighed in, presenting it as a threat to our safety. Is this just another baseless moral panic? What are the potential pitfalls of DEI? David French joins Skye Jethani to discuss the issue. Plus, David French introduces, "The After Party," a new curriculum to help Christians engage politics in a more thoughtful, humble, and hospitable way. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Show Starts 0:32 - D.E.I. 37:32 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life. Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 38:50 - The After Party 1:01:48 - End Credits Other Resources: This is the Actual Danger Posed by D.E.I. - https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/14/opinion/dei-diversity-unconstitutional.html The After Party - https://redeemingbabel.org/the-after-party/ Other resources: 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.
- 650602: When Vischer Met ReinerA new documentary hits theaters on February 16 about Christian Nationalism called God and Country. It features Phil and Skye, and many other Holy Post contributors. The executive producer of the movie is legendary actor, producer, and director, Rob Reiner, who's created classics like The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, and A Few Good Men. Reiner is a well-known supporter of progressive political and cultural causes and he's not a Christian, which has triggered an avalanche of criticism from conservatives against those featured in the film. In this episode, Phil talks to Rob Reiner and Dan Partland, the director of God and Country, about why they made the movie, why they affirm Christians who are politically engaged but criticize Christian Nationalism, and what they hope the documentary accomplishes. Skye and Kaitlyn then join Phil to debrief the interview. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - The Worship Wars https://www.patreon.com/posts/96819726/ 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - Show Starts 4:28 - Theme Song 4:50 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 5:56 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 7:05 - Prefacing the Interview 9:55 - The Interview Begins 13:42 - How the God & Country Documentary Came To Be 27:05 - Faith and Voting 31:40 - What is Christian Nationalism? 37:43 - The First Culture War Show 46:00 - Who Decides What Counts as Progress? 56:45 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 57:43 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at www.rocketmoney.com/holypost 58:52 - Debrief Begins 1:32:15 - End Credits Links: God & Country Movie Trailer: https://godandcountrythemovie.com/ 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.
- 651603: The Politics of Fear & Rethinking the Cross with Brian ZahndWell, here we are again. The very same arguments that were rolled out by MAGA Christian leaders to justify supporting Donald Trump in 2016 and 2020 are back again in 2024. A new article in the Christian Post says America's survival depends on Christians voting for Trump. Why do these fear tactics still work? Then, it's true that all politicians lie, but PolitiFacts says Trump is a league of his own. And scientists explain why negative polarization in our politics may have evolutionary origins. Then Skye interviews pastor and author, Brian Zahnd, about his new book, "The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the Cross." He draws from art, literature, movies, and music to help us see the many facets of what Jesus really accomplished on that old rugged cross. Also this week, an early church father liked big couches and he cannot lie. Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview with Brian Zahnd - https://www.patreon.com/posts/97918043/ 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - Show Starts 2:33 - Theme Song 2:56- Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 4:15 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 5:27 - Recapping the Liveshow 8:05 - News of the Butt 11:54 - Trump the Unreliable Watchman 28:18 - The Roots of Polarization 38:24 - Fatalism in America 47:53 - Sponsor - Songfinch - Go to https://www.songfinch.com/HOLYPOST and start your song – after you purchase, you'll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That's a $50 value! 48:53 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 50:35 - Interview with Brian Zahnd 53:41 - Brian Zahnd's Background 58:53 - America as a Religion 1:04:50 - Poetic Theology of the Cross 1:15:50 - The Paganization of the Cross 1:31:20 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment With Desantis Out, Can a Christian Support Donald Trump? https://www.christianpost.com/voices/with-desantis-out-can-a-christian-support-donald-trump.html What Politifact Learned in 1,000 Fact Checks of Donald Trump https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politifact/2024/02/01/what-politifact-learned-in-1000-fact-checks-of-donald-trump/ Science is Revealing Why American Politics Are So Insanely Polarized https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/2024/01/20/polarization-science-evolution-psychology/ America's Lack of Faith in Our Collective Power is a Bigger Problem Than Trump https://religionnews.com/2024/01/26/americas-lack-of-faith-in-our-collective-power-is-a-bigger-problem-than-trump/ Additional Resources: The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the Cross https://a.co/d/4reF5UX 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.
- 652604: Faulty Foot Washing & Pagan Christianity with Nijay GuptaThe "He Gets Us" campaign ran a Super Bowl ad showing culture war combatants washing each other's feet. It has conservative Christians upset and non-Christians confused. Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye react to the ad and unpack the many ways we misunderstand the meaning of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Then, New Testament professor Nijay Gupta is back to discuss his new book "Strange Religion" about what made early Christianity so weird and compelling. He explains what Roman religion looked like before Christianity, and how those pagan values and practices are returning. Plus, Chinese spy pigeons and swearing parrots. Holy Post Plus https://www.patreon.com/posts/skyepod-rapture-98104688/ 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 1:11 - Intro 2:41 - Show Starts 3:29 - Theme Song 3:51 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 5:02 - Skye and U2 in Las Vegas 10:27 - Foul-Mouthed Fowls 16:50 - Spies in Disguise as Pigeons 21:40 - Foot-Washing Superbowl Ad 47:08 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 48:09 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - www.wheaton.edu/holypost 49:16 - Interview 51:38 - Strange Religion 1:05:31 - What was Roman religion like? 1:13:40 - Modern Pagan Christianity 1:32:15 - End Credits Links: Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling: https://a.co/d/1BL9BXf 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 Holy Post Events: https://www.holypost.com/events 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.
- 653605: Market-Driven Christianity & Abortion Beyond Politics with Angela WeszelyA new book argues that the rise and decline of the Contemporary Christian Music industry helps explain the political idolatry of many Christians, and Karen Swallow Prior says the biblical manhood industry is a scam. These stories lead Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn to discuss whether American evangelicalism is defined more by consumer markets than by theology. Angie Weszely, the CEO of ProGrace, is back to talk about how the church can actually create a culture of life after the overturning of Roe. She says we need to stop seeing abortion as primarily a political and legal issue, and instead recognize that it's also a pastoral, practical, and emotional one. Also this week, why does Tucker love Russia? And Trumpers 'n sneakers. Holy Post Plus - Getting Schooled - Revelation https://www.patreon.com/posts/98875609 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 1:10 - Intro 2:53 - Show Starts 3:49 - Theme Song 4:09 - Sponsor - Pro Grace - Go to https://www.prograce.org/holypost to get resources 5:29 - Skye's Theory on Tucker Carlson 10:06 - Trump's Snazzy Gold Sneakers 13:09 - CCM as a Reflection of American Christianity 43:49 - Biblical Manhood Industrial 54:33 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to https://www.blueland.com/holypost 55:39 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.songfinch.com/HOLYPOST and start your song – after you purchase, you'll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That's a $50 value! 57:10 - Interview 59:25 - Why "Should it be Legal" Isn't Enough 1:07:58 - Ending vs. Banning Abortion 1:12:57 - Communicating without Shaming 1:19:04 - The Power of Grace 1:29:32 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: How Contemporary Christian Music Explains American Christianity https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/february-web-only/contemporary-christian-music-ccm-russell-moore-american.html The 'Biblical Manhood' Industry is a Scam https://religionnews.com/2024/02/15/the-biblical-manhood-industry-is-a-scam/ Links: 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 Holy Post Events: https://www.holypost.com/events 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.
- 654French Friday: Biden's Age & MAGA's ViolenceDavid and Skye discuss the upcoming primary election—if most people agree that Biden is too old to hold office, why hasn't he stepped down? Would a different vice president give voters more confidence? Pastors, doctors, and politicians are routinely threatened with physical violence by MAGA—is this our fault for not standing up publicly against this behavior? 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Episode Starts 0:40 - Biden's Age 11:14 - Ezra Klein Suggests Democrats Leave Biden 21:33 - Is It Too Risky to Drop Biden? 30:21 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 31:43 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 32:53 - Trump's Dedicated Base 37:52 - MAGA's Violent Threats 44:02 - Silence Permits MAGA Violence 52:33 - Republicans and Career Self-Preservation 57:12 - Local Churches Need Courage 1:06:35 - End Credits Links Mentioned in Episode Democrats Have a Better Option Than Biden https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/16/opinion/ezra-klein-biden-audio-essay.html MAGA's Violent Threats Are Warping Life in America https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/18/opinion/magas-violent-threats-are-warping-life-in-america.html Other Resources Visit our website at https://www.holypost.com/ Support us and find premium content by going to https://www.patreon.com/posts/99016583/ 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.
- 655606: Alabama Embryos & Catechizing Kids with Todd Hains & Natasha KennedyLast week the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created for in-vitro fertilization have the legal status of children, essentially ending all IVF treatments in the state. Some are applauding the ruling as both a morally and theologically consistent affirmation of human life. But others, including some Christians, are saying the pro-life movement is taking things too far. Then, how do we teach kids the core doctrines of the Christian faith when most adults in our churches don't know them either? Kaitlyn interviews the creators of a new series of children's books designed to catechize both kids and their parents. Also this week, a new survey suggests Christian Nationalism is in decline, but we think the data is hot garbage. Holy Post Plus Holy Post Office - Should We Submit to Pastors? https://www.patreon.com/posts/99317884/ 0:00 - Intro 2:13- Show Starts 3:47 - Theme Song 4:09 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 5:14 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 6:25 - Jesus and Candy 8:42 - Alabama IVF Law 35:27 - Poorly Phrased Christian Nationalism Survey 48:57 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 49:56 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/holypost 51:05 - Interview with Todd Hains & Natasha Kennedy 54:06 - Importance of Catechesis 56:51 - Getting it Published at Lexam 1:03:22 - Not Dumbing it Down 1:08:11 - The Approach to the Illustrations 1:27:07 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Ryan Burge Article https://www.graphsaboutreligion.com/p/has-christian-nationalism-intensified Christianity Today Article https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2024/february/alabama-embryos-ivf-frozen-storage-pro-life-ruling-protecti.html Other resources: FatCat Books: https://lexhampress.com/fatcat 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.
- 656607: The Gift of Disillusionment with Mike CosperCORRECTION - The initial audio file uploaded this morning was missing the last 10 minutes. If your phone automatically downloads the episode, remove the download and then redownload it, and that should take care of the issue. Sorry for the inconvenience! 607: Are you feeling disillusioned about your faith? About your church? You're definitely not alone. Creator of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast, Mike Cosper, is back to talk about his new book, "Land of My Sojourn," and how he came to embrace disillusionment as a gift. Also this week, Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss a new article trying to define and differentiate Christian Conservatism from Christian Nationalism. And they use these definitions to interpret Donald Trump's recent remarks to the National Religious Broadcasters. Plus, Italy is using DNA testing to catch canine public offenders. Holy Post Plus Welcome Esau McCaulley to the Team https://www.patreon.com/posts/99801937/ 0:00 - Intro 2:03 - Show Starts 3:20 - Theme Song 3:42 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 5:02 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at www.hatch.co/holypost 6:09 - Sam the Eagle 7:46 - Announcement 10:50 - News of the Butt - Dog Poop DNA Test 18:06 - Christian Nationalism vs Christian Conservatism 35:34 - Conservative, Nationalist, or Blasphemous Game Show 57:46 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 58:44 - Sponsor - Tyndale - Order the Study Life Application Study Bible today at https://hubs.la/Q02l1Pmg0 59:47 - Interview 1:01:51 - Land of my Sojourn 1:08:08 - Why do we stay in denial? 1:17:54 - Seminary Preacher's Sons 1:22:58 - Who Does Church Planting Draw? 1:37:43 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Christian Conservatism vs. Christian Nationalism https://www.christianpost.com/voices/christian-conservatism-versus-christian-nationalism.html Trump Revival of Christian Power Speech https://religionnews.com/2024/02/23/trump-promises-a-revival-of-christian-power-in-speech-to-national-religious-broadcasters/ Other resources: Land of my Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830847340?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_VPPGWKCP3PD145XKHRPK 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.
- 657608: Defining the Gospel & Who's a "Real" Christian with Matthew BatesEarlier this year, John MacArthur said that Martin Luther King Jr. was "a nonbeliever who misrepresented everything about Christ and the gospel." Last week, Justin Giboney responded with an article in CT explaining why MacArthur was wrong about MLK. This leads Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye to ask when is it appropriate to define who is, and who is not, a true Christian, and what criteria should we use? Theologian Matthew Bates is back to discuss his new book, "Why the Gospel?" He defines six popular "malformed" gospels, and why bypassing the importance of Jesus' kingship is dangerous for the church. Also this week—A Christian musician from Ireland claims Taylor Swift is satanic, and beware of the bonnacon! Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Changing Minds https://www.patreon.com/posts/99086536/ 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 0:56 - Intro 2:46 - Show Starts 5:05 - Theme Song 5:27 - Sponsor - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 6:34 - News of the Butt 12:47 - Taylor Swift Satanic Ritual 21:57 - John MacArthur on Martin Luther King Jr. 48:46 - Should We Ask Who Is or Isn't a Christian? 51:23 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 52:21 - Sponsor - Tyndale - Order the Study Life Application Study Bible today at https://hubs.la/Q02l1Pmg0 53:25 - Interview 54:19 - Why the Gospel? 59:49 - The Kinghood of Jesus 1:06:41- Christ Installed on the Throne 1:37:43 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Animal with 'Amazing Flatulence' Found in Medieval Book https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn04rd314lro Taylor Swift is Engaging in Satanic Rituals in Live Shows, Christian Artist Claims: 'Music is Dangerous' https://www.christianpost.com/news/taylor-swift-engaging-in-satanic-rituals-in-shows-musician-claims.html Why John MacArthur is Wrong About MLK https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/march-web-only/why-john-macarthur-is-wrong-mlk-tgc-woke-justice-gospel.html Mass Deportation of Immigrants Destroys More Native-Born American Jobs Than They Create https://reason.com/volokh/2024/03/10/mass-deportations-of-immigrants-destroy-more-native-born-american-jobs-than-they-create/ Other resources: Why the Gospel? Living the Good News of King Jesus with a Purpose by Matthew W. Bates: https://a.co/d/gRbf6xx 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.
- 658609: Rebounding Pastors, Shifting Evangelicals, & Rethinking Christian Media with Jon HoughtonAfter a number of difficult years and dismal statistics, a new report from Barna says pastors are on the mend. Another book about "ex-vangelicals" has been released. Does it have anything new to add to the conversation? And a record number of Latinos in the U.S. are leaving Catholicism to become Pentecostal evangelicals. What does it mean for the future of the church? Then, Holy Post Media's CEO, Jon Houghton, joins Skye to discuss how he's leading the organization, why Christian media needs to change, and the new projects launching this year. Plus, Wrinkle the duck, Albert the alligator, and an "audacious scheme" with super sheep. Genesis Explainer Video https://youtu.be/4A4ab-ldKqE Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Macrina the Younger https://www.patreon.com/posts/100424439/ 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Show Starts 2:10 - Theme Song 2:31 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 3:51 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 5:03 - Petitions to Change News of the Butt 6:18 - Animal News, Wrinkle the Duck in a Buc-ee's 10:16 - Animal News, Giant Blind Alligator Swims with Children 13:22 - Animal News, Montana Mountain King, the Giant Super-Sheep 20:25 - Are the Pastors Doing Better? 25:06 - The Exvangelicals 38:42 - Are New People Coming to Evangelicalism? 49:17 - Latinos Moving from Catholicism to Evangelicalism 54:56 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to Blueland dot com slash HOLYPOST 56:02 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/holypost 57:10 - Interview 59:12 - Why Did Jon Houghton Want to Join the Holy Post? 1:03:09 - Why Did We Hire Jon Houghton to Join the Holy Post? 1:10:05 - Why Are We a For-Profit Company? 1:18:37 - Directions for Projects Going Forward 1:22:36 - Kaitlyn Schiess's New Show 1:34:49 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Duck Banned from Buc-ee's https://pethelpful.com/pet-news/man-banned-bucees-service-duck Albert the Alligator Swam with Children and Was Seized by Authorities https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/blind-alligator-albert-seized-new-york-b2514522.html Giant Sheep Clone, Montana Mountain King https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/16/us/montana-sheep-wildlife-trafficking-charges-trnd/index.html Hopeful Increase for Pastors https://www.barna.com/research/hopeful-increases-pastors/ "Exvangelicals" Book https://religionnews.com/2024/03/15/hurting-most-the-people-who-follow-the-rules/ Latinos Flock to Evangelicalism https://www.thefp.com/p/latinos-are-flocking-to-evangelical?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email 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.
- 659610: Learning to Disagree Respectfully with John InazuSince the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade almost two years ago, the debate about abortion has taken on new dimensions. Factions within the pro-life camp are now battling each other. Could they break apart the Religious Right? Then, Kaitlyn interviews professor of Law and Religion, John Inazu, about his new book, "Learning to Disagree." He says our differences don't have to become divisions, which is a timely message in an election year. Plus, is Indonesia hiding a secret island of Hobbits? And a new documentary asks if Jesus was a vegetarian? Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Maria W. Stewart https://www.patreon.com/posts/100430727/ SKYEpod - What Improv Teaches Us About Faith https://www.patreon.com/posts/skyepod-what-us-100797419 0:00 - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 0:55 - Intro 2:29 - Show Starts 5:20 - Theme Song 5:42 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 6:49 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at www.hatch.co/holypost 7:53 - Christspiracy—Was Jesus Vegan? 15:45 - Homo Floresiensis Skeleton Found in Indonesia 25:02 - Does Personhood Start at Conception? 41:23 - Why "Life Begins at Conception" is a Misleading Phrase 1:00:00 - Sponsor - Pro Grace - Go to https://www.prograce.org/holypost to get resources 1:01:56 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.FaithfulCounseling.com/HOLYPOST 1:03:00 - Interview 1:15:40 - Is it Our Job to Change Someone's Mind? 1:22:42 - Why Ignoring Our Differences Doesn't Help 1:31:34 - Dropping Our Self-Protective Impulse 1:35:19 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Was Jesus Vegetarian? https://religionnews.com/2024/03/18/was-jesus-vegetarian-new-christspiracy-documentary-says-yes/ "Hobbits" in Flores, Indonesia? https://humanorigins.si.edu/research/asian-research-projects/hobbits-flores-indonesia Other resources: Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empanth and Respect by John Inazu: https://a.co/d/6ei1Sqk 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.
- 660French Friday: TikTok Ban & Who Should Hold the Reins of Social MediaA recent bill to ban TikTok was passed in the House with bipartisan support. Skye talks with David French about the arguments for and against the bill, the likelihood of it passing the Senate, and why Trump claims China is America's biggest threat, and yet he still opposes the TikTok ban. Then, Skye and David break down two recent Supreme Court cases about social media content regulation. Should social media companies have complete control over what is posted on their platforms, and is it ok for the government to ask these companies to take down certain posts? Holy Post Plus - Getting Schooled https://www.patreon.com/posts/getting-schooled-100424439 0:00 - Theme Song 0:17 - Show Starts 1:11 - Tiktok's Security Risk 8:33 - Bipartisan Support 13:49 - Trump's 180 on Tiktok 19:27 - Will Bipartisan Agreement Last? 24:51 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 25:55 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout 27:07 - Regulating US Social Media 41:19 - Do Companies Have to Host Speech? 51:59 - The Monopolies 1:05:24 - The Wrap-Up 1:09:36 - End Credits Other resources: What Trump's TikTok Flip-Flip Tells America by David French: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/17/opinion/trump-tiktok-ban-china.html Holy Post Events: https://www.holypost.com/events/ 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.
- 661611: Trump's Bible, Biden's Easter, and Climate Change for Christians with Katharine HayhoeThe newest Holy Post team member, Esau McCaulley, joins Phil and Skye to discuss two stories that caused outrage from both ends of the political spectrum during Holy Week. Trump is selling an American flag-wrapped Bible, and the Biden administration honored "Transgender Visibility Day" on Easter. And why are Catholic Charities being attacked for helping immigrants? Then Skye talks to atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe about how her evangelical faith led her to become a climate scientist. She says combating global warming is part of our call to love our neighbors and care for the least of these. Plus, an "emerging behavior" on Twitch grabs Phil's attention. Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview https://www.patreon.com/posts/101580815/ 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to https://www.richmont.edu/ 0:35 - Intro 1:54 - Show Starts 3:45 - Theme Song 4:06 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 5:02 - Esau the Hufflepuff 8:56 - News of the Butt, Twitch 14:41 - The "God Bless the USA" Bible 38:36 - Catholic Charities Targeted by Far-Right 49:09 - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 50:20 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST 51:25 - Interview 54:51 - What Changed Things for Katharine Heyhoe 1:03:49 - Are Evangelicals the Stumbling Block for Stopping Climate Change? 1:25:26 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: "God Bless the USA" Bibles https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/donald-trump-selling-bibles-easter-b2519373.html Threats to Catholic Charity Staffers https://religionnews.com/2024/03/22/threats-to-catholic-charities-staffers-increase-amid-rightwing-anti-migrant-campaign/ 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.
- 662612: The Religious Vacuum, Politics, & the Powers with N.T. WrightThis week we're discussing a series of articles exploring what we're gaining and losing as fewer Americans are committed to religion and attending church. Even some non-believers are beginning to worry that the decline in religion may not be good for society, but does it also represent a new opportunity for the message of Christianity? Then, N.T. Wright is back to discuss his new book with co-author Michael Bird, "Jesus and the Powers." While everyone knows mixing faith and politics can be dangerous, Wright says there's also a danger when we refuse to mix them. He talks to Skye about what the Bible says on matters of church and state, and why we should defend liberal democracy despite its many problems. Also this week: Is the sun alive? And a Florida man shares the Bible at Walgreens on Easter. 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to https://www.richmont.edu/ 0:35 - Intro 1:21 - Show Starts 3:08 - Theme Song 3:30 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - www.wheaton.edu/holypost 4:34 - Kaitlyn's new show announcement! 8:08 - Curiously, Kaitlyn Trailer - Go to holypost.com/follow to check it out! 10:15 - Florida Man Strikes Again (with a Bible) on Easter 13:43 - Does the Sun Dream of Electric Sheep? Consciousness and the Sun. 19:43 - The Cost of the Churchgoing Bust 28:52 - How Trump Fills the Secular Void 44:19 - Is Trumpism Emptying Churches? 52:24 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 53:28 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST 54:33 - Interview 56:02 - Why Doesn't Separation of Church and State Work? 1:14:02 - Does the Kingdom of Heaven Imply There Will Be No Government? 1:17:10 - When Should Christians Submit to Governing Authorities? 1:24:56 - The Value of Liberal Democracy 1:30:15 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Florida Man Arrested for Hitting Manager with a Bible on Easter https://www.christianpost.com/news/florida-man-arrested-for-smacking-walgreens-manager-with-bible.html#:~:text=A%20Florida%20man%20was%20arrested,a%20Bible%20on%20Easter%20Sunday. The Sun's Consciousness https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a60229168/panpsychism-everything-has-a-soul/ Trump is Emptying Churches https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-07/trump-s-brand-of-christian-conservatism-is-driving-people-from-church How Trump Fills a Void in an Increasingly Secular America https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/05/trump-religion-secularism-authoritarian-populism/ The True Cost of the Churchgoing Bust https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/america-religion-decline-non-affiliated/677951/ Other resources: Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies by N. T. Wright and Michael F. Bird: https://a.co/d/7tCBCK8 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.
- 663613: Driscoll, Dawkins, & Political Discipleship with Curtis ChangAtheist Richard Dawkins has said he doesn't believe one word of the Christian faith, but he now considers himself a "cultural Christian" and wants to defend the Christian values of his country against the influence of Islam and immigrants. Does this represent an alignment between the New Atheists and Christian Nationalists? Curtis Chang shares about "The After Party"—the new curriculum he's developed with David French and Russel Moore to help Christians focus on hope and humility rather than partisanship. Also this week, Mark Driscoll gets booted from a men's conference. And another infraction by a Florida man with a Bible. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Mariah W. Stewart https://www.patreon.com/posts/100430727/ 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Show Starts 3:02 - Theme Song 3:23 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:35 - Florida Man Scales Tower with Bible 12:00 - Mark Driscoll Kicked Off Stage After Calling Sword-Swallower a "Jezebel Spirit" 22:35 - Richard Dawkins, the "Cultural Christian" 36:40 - Dusty Deavers, the Country Singin' Senator 46:06 - Pray for the Middle East 50:46 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to https://www.blueland.com/HOLYPOST 51:54 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at www.hatch.co/holypost 52:55 - Interview 1:04:34 - The "What" vs the "How" 1:16:26 - Four Quadrant of Political Engagement 1:27:19 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Florida Man Climbs Cell Phone Tower https://www.newsweek.com/florida-miami-man-climbs-cell-phone-tower-disconnects-power-live-video-1886494 Sword-Swallower on a Pole and Mark Driscoll https://www.newsweek.com/pastor-kicked-stage-strip-show-1890247 Richard Dawkins and Cultural Christianity https://christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/april-web-only/new-atheism-destroy-christianity-richard-dawkins.html Other resources: The After Party: https://redeemingbabel.org/the-after-party/ 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.
- 664614: The Rise of Raunchy Christians & Avoiding Civil War with Tracy McKenziePreviously puritanical evangelicals are increasingly embracing profanity and lewd content. A recent New York Times article explores possible explanations ranging from politics and the culture wars, to the internet and the decline of churches. Also, fewer people are reading books, and that's a challenge for Christian traditions rooted in literacy, education, and the Bible. How do we make disciples in a post-literate culture? Then, more people are comparing our divisive culture to America just before the Civil War. Are we heading toward a national divorce—or worse? Historian Tracy McKenzie is back to share lessons and warnings from 19th century America. Plus, new developments as the turducken turns. 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to https://www.richmont.edu/ 0:37 - Intro 1:56 - Show Starts 3:10 - Theme Song 3:31- Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 4:36 - Stronger Men's Conference Story Continued 14:46 - Raunchy Christians 23:23 - Children and Public Spaces 33:00 - Literacy and Discipleship 35:38 - Hearing vs. Reading the Bible 42:23 - Can Churches be the Antidote for a Lonely, Digital World? 51:13 - Integrating Technology and Scripture 55:17 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 56:03 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST 57:03 - Interview 59:03 - Can We Compare Today and 1850? 1:03:21 - How Has Media Affected Current Politics? 1:15:16 - The Role of Conspiracy Theories 1:24:42 - Why Were We More Unified in the Past? 1:35:00 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: John Lindell and Mark Driscoll https://julieroys.com/john-lindell-apologizes-for-inviting-driscoll-and-sword-swallower-to-stronger-mens-conference/ Biblical Literacy in a Postliterate Age https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/april-web-only/biblical-literacy-in-postliterate-age-reading-video.html The Raunchy Christians Are Here https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/17/us/evangelicals-christians-conservative-trump.html 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.
- 665French Friday: Israel's Error and College ProtestsThe war in Gaza has carried on for longer than expected, and David French is starting to see parallels between Israel and the US military in the Iraq War—he thinks Israel could learn from what went wrong in Iraq. Then, David and Skye discuss the student protests and how universities are handling them—what's civil disobedience and what's lawlessness when it comes to protest? 0:00 - Theme Song 0:17 - Episode Starts 1:40 - America's Mistake in Iraq 10:42 - Counter insurgency's Importance 16:10 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 17:08 - Israel's Place on the World Stage 21:08 - What Are Israel's Goals? 30:22 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 31:30 - Are the Pro-Palestine Protests Free Speech? 43:32 - What the Administrations Are Faced With 51:08 - Gaza Protests Vs. January 6th 1:02:00 - End Credits Links Mentioned in Episode Israel is Making the Same Mistake America Made in Iraq https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/07/opinion/israel-iraq-gaza-civilians.html 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.
- 666615: Taylor Swift's Sacrilege & the Future of the Republican Party with Peter WehnerSwifties are celebrating the record-breaking release of two new albums, but some conservative Christians are not happy. They're accusing Taylor Swift of mocking Christianity and promoting witchcraft. Our resident Swiftie, Kaitlyn Schiess, explains the controversy. Then, former presidential speechwriter and contributor to The Atlantic, Pete Wehner, talks with Skye about the future of the Republican Party. Will the Trump spell ever break? Also this week—the end of America's monoculture, and how dumb were dinosaurs? 00 - Intro 1:03 - Show Starts 2:15 - Theme Song 2:35 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - www.wheaton.edu/holypost 3:36 - Sponsor - The Pour Over - Subscribe for free to news that points to eternal hope - https://www.thepourover.org/holy-post 4:50 - Update on Phil 6:08 - Dinosaurs—Were They Smart? 13:00 - Is Taylor Swift Mocking Christians? 15:12 - Taylor Swift's Bohemian Mishmash 18:12 - Artistic vs Political Usage of Biblical Language 23:13 - Taylor Swift and Kids 23:23 - Children and Public Spaces 31:02 - Portrayal vs Endorsement 35:18 - Everything is a Cult Now and 20th Century Communication Technology 40:17 - What Even is Mainstream? 44:27 - Labels and the Good Samaritan 50:14 - Choice and Community 55:43 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST 56:42 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.songfinch.com/HOLYPOST and start your song – after you purchase, you'll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That's a $50 value! 58:13 - Interview 1:03:48 - What Radicalized the Republican Voter Base? 1:08:25 - Where There Signs 20 Years Ago That Radicalization Was Coming? 1:11:30 - Pro-Life Republicans Changing Their Stances? 1:22:20 - What's the Future for the GOP? 1:33:58 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: T. Rex Was Probably About As Intelligent as a Crocodile https://www.popsci.com/science/t-rex-intelligence/ Taylor Swift's Religious Imagery for a Spiritually Syncretic Era https://religionnews.com/2024/04/23/taylor-swifts-ttpd-religious-imagery-for-a-spiritually-syncretic-era/ Taylor Swift Mocks Christianity in Her New Album https://www.movieguide.org/news-articles/taylor-swift-mocks-christianity-in-her-new-album.html Everything's a Cult Now https://www.vox.com/the-gray-area/24133960/america-cult-internet-culture-end-monoculture-communication-tribalism#:~:text=Writer%20Derek%20Thompson%20on%20how,we're%20never%20going%20back.&text=The%20internet%20has%20fractured%20our,and%20habits%20of%20everyone%20online. Other resources: The Death of Politics: How to Heal Our Frayed Republic After Trump: https://a.co/d/2ute7Ua 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.
- 667616: Black Church Politics & Messy Authenticity with Nancy FrenchPhil is back! He gives an update about his family's harrowing medical emergency. Then, new data shows the Democratic Party's grip on Black Christians may be slipping. Esau McCaulley shares his take on the reason. Nancy French talks with Skye about the themes in her new memoir, "Ghosted," including church sexual abuse, political tribalism, trauma, and her miraculous experiences with God. Also this week—another book ban backfires, and defensive driving Florida style. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Christian Presidents https://www.patreon.com/posts/103818968/ 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - Show Starts 3:10 - Theme Song 3:32 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 4:52 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 6:04 - Phil Explains the Medical Emergency 15:52 - The Surgery 24:25 - Esau's Childhood Stomach Surgery 26:50 - Florida Man Rescues Friend from Alligator 28:14 - Florida Man Tries to Ban Bible from Schools 35:06 - Have Democrats Lost the Black Church? 49:03 - Esau's Dream Proposal 52:31 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST 53:28 - Interview 55:10 - Charismatic Experiences 59:18 - How Did the Frenches Not End Up in MAGA? 1:03:48 - What Radicalized the Republican Voter Base? 1:08:25 - Where There Signs 20 Years Ago That Radicalization Was Coming? 1:11:30 - Pro-Life Republicans Changing Their Stances? 1:22:20 - What's the Future for the GOP? 1:33:58 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Man Runs Over Alligator with Truck to Save Neighbor from Attack https://people.com/man-runs-over-alligator-with-truck-to-save-neighbor-from-attack-8637962#:~:text=A%20Florida%20man%20ran%20over,a%20pond%20in%20Collier%20County. Florida Atheist Uses State's New Book Banning Law to Object to the Bible https://www.huffpost.com/entry/chaz-stevens-bible-ban_n_6268e98ee4b0ea625c0e2b58 Have Democrats Lost the Black Church? https://religionunplugged.com/news/2024/4/15/have-the-democrats-lost-the-black-church Other resources: Ghosted: an American Story by Nancy French: https://a.co/d/hwzJItt 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.
- 668617: Apple Crushes It & the Future of Christianity with Matthew NiermannA new iPad advertisement showing musical instruments and art supplies being crushed by a hydraulic press has triggered a backlash against Apple and provoked a wider discussion about the impact of technology on communities and creativity. Jonathan Haidt says religious kids have better mental health on average because they're connected to incarnate congregations, and the Catholic Church disciplines an AI priest. Then, Kaitlyn talks to Matthew Niermann about the Lausanne Movement's massive new report on global Christianity and the major trends shaping the future of the church. Also this week—beware of cicada rain! Holy Post Plus 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Show Starts 1:54 - Theme Song 2:16 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 3:22 - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 4:13 - Catching up on learning German and the Holy Post live event 8:44 - Cicadas' Powerful Urine 13:41- Apple Crushes Incarnation 23:58 - The Desire of Incarnation 29:01 - Jonathan Haidt and the Anxious Secular Kids 35:30 - An AI Priest is laicized 48:24 - The Church in a Hydraulic Press 55:17 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST 56:26 - Interview 58:03 - What is The Lausanne Movement? 1:02:35 - Polycentric Christianity 1:12:27 - What Challenges and Opportunities Come with this Shift? 1:20:30 - The Question of Our Era: What Does it Mean to be Human? 1:30:35 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Why Cicadas Power Spray Their Pee https://www.usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/04/24/cicadas-emerge-2024-pee-mist/73423177007/ Rage Against the Apple Machine https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/may-web-only/pastor-apple-ipad-ad-apology-crush-reality.html Jonathan Haidt Religion Tweet https://twitter.com/JonHaidt/status/1773692138724655394 AI 'Priest' Sparks More Online Backlash Than Belief https://www.ncronline.org/news/ai-priest-sparks-more-backlash-belief Other resources: Lausanne Movement: https://lausanne.org/ 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.
- 669618: Commencement Controversy & Racial Reconciliation with Latasha MorrisonKansas City Chiefs Kicker, Harrison Butker, recently gave a controversial commencement address at Benedictine College where he drew on some popular conservative talking points about Pride Month, Covid 19 policies, and the calling of women in the home. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the problems they had with the speech, as well as their frustrations with some of the criticism of the speech, and how Butker's views seem to have been influenced more by conservative politics than the historic Catholic position on these issues. Then, Kaitlyn sits down with Latasha Morrison to talk about her new book, "Brown Faces, White Spaces." They discuss the importance of understanding historical context to grasp the roots and impacts of systemic racism, and practical ways that churches and individuals can engage in the work of racial reconciliation. Plus, a megachurch in Texas tried to manipulate a traffic study for a stop light, and Phil thinks he has proof that News of the Butt is the best part of the podcast. Holy Post Plus 0:00 - Intro 1:29 - Show Starts 2:26 - Theme Song 2:47 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:00 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to https://www.blueland.com/HOLYPOST 5:11 - Megachurch Manipulates Stoplight Placement 10:49 - News of the Butt Supporters Speak Out 13:35 - Harrison Butker 23:00 - Why Did Butker's Speech Get So Much Attention? 29:31 - Pope Francis Says Conservatives Have "Suicidal" Mindset 37:12 - Is the Media More Spiritually Formative Than the Pope? 44:15 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 45:11 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.songfinch.com/HOLYPOST and start your original song! 46:40 - Interview 48:20 - What is "Be the Bridge?" 55:37 - Understanding Historical Context in Discussing Racial Divide 59:02 - Why She Combined Personal History, Data, and the Bible in "Be the Bridge" 1:03:40 - How Scripture Informs Justice 1:14:14 - Jesus, the Suffering Servant 1:19:53 - Maintaining Hope for Restoration 1:24:48 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Texas Megachurch Hits the Brakes After Trying to Skew a Traffic Study: https://religionnews.com/2024/05/14/a-texas-megachurch-tried-to-fudge-a-traffic-study-to-get-a-new-light-it-did-not-end-well-josh-howerton-lakepointe-church/ Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica Rebut Harrison Butker as No One Else Could: https://www.yahoo.com/news/benedictine-sisters-mount-st-scholastica-100700734.html? Pope Francis says U.S. Conservatives Have a "Suicidal Attitude": https://www.axios.com/2024/05/20/pope-francis-60-minutes-interview-takeaways Other resources: Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation: https://a.co/d/eZLQFB6 Brown Faces, White Spaces: Confronting Systemic Racism to Bring Healing and Restoration: https://a.co/d/bERMEXN 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.
- 670619: Human Sinfulness and the Evangelical Legacy of SlaveryIn a recent 60 minutes interview, Pope Francis sparked controversy when he claimed that humans are fundamentally good. Katelyn Beaty joins Phil and Kaitlyn to discuss the Pope's comments, and why our theology needs to include both the doctrine that all humans are made in the image of God and an understanding of original sin. Also, new survey data suggests that the "Religious Nones" have plateaued and religious affiliation among Gen Z is on the rise. We discuss why this might be happening and how the "weirdness" of Christianity is what makes it appealing to so many people right now. Then Skye sits down with Sean McGever to discuss his new book, Ownership: The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery in Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield. They explore how these three historical evangelical leaders navigated the morality of slavery and the lasting impact it is still having on the Church today. Plus, even priests are not immune to Florida Man Syndrome. 0:00 - Intro 1:36 - Show Starts 2:58 - Theme Song 3:20 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 4:24 - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 5:39 - Italian Island Overrun by Goats 10:31 - Pope Francis Calls Humans "Fundamentally Good?" 28:20 - Ryan Burge and the Plateauing of the Nones 45:57 - Florida Priest Bites Woman 50:18 - Sponsor - Better Help - "This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST and get on your way to being your best self." www.betterhelp.com/holypost 51:17 - Interview 59:56 - Opposing Slave Trade, but Not Slavery 1:09:47 - How Edwards, Whitfield, and Wesley Influenced Attitudes About Slavery 1:20:05 - Avoiding Moral Blindspots 1:27:12 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Alicudi: Italian Island Offers Goats Up for Adoption https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-68731003 Pope Francis Draws Accusations of Heresy for Saying Humans are Good https://www.christianpost.com/news/pope-francis-draws-accusations-of-heresy-for-saying-humans-good.html Ryan Burge and Nones Plateau https://www.graphsaboutreligion.com/p/the-nones-have-hit-a-ceiling?utm_campaign=email-half-post&r=6smb2&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Florida Priest Admits Biting Woman in Defense of Eucharist https://www.ncronline.org/news/florida-priest-admits-biting-woman-last-resort-defense-save-eucharist Other resources: Ownership: The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery in Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield by Sean McGever: https://a.co/d/7SrPAZu 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.
- 671French Friday: The Trump Verdict, Flawed Heroes, & ShogunThe verdict is in and Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts in the hush money trial. Skye Jethani and David French discuss the political implications of the guilty verdict. While neither believe the verdict will have any impact on Trump's base, David thinks it could erode support among supporters on the bubble, but Skye remains unconvinced. Then, they discuss how we should address the legacies of historical heroes who left behind complex and sometimes troubling legacies. Is it appropriate to honor and celebrate certain aspects of these figures, or should their significant flaws compel us to dismiss them entirely? Plus, Skye and David talk about their new favorite tv show, Shogun. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Episode Starts 0:47 - Trump Verdict 7:27 - Who's Actually Energizing Their Base? 16:22 - Justice Alito and the Flag 23:08 - The Politics of Officials Flying Flags 29:47 - The Complexity of American Historical Figures 41:40 - Facing the Sins of the Fathers Through Maturity 47:06 - Shogun and Cultural Divide 1:01:10 - End Credits 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.
- 672620: Applying the 7 Deadly Sins in a Secular Age with Elizabeth OldfieldLord Acton famously said, "Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely." Was he right? Mike Erre is back to discuss the way Christians think about power, and why he believes our pursuit of power over the world is not the way of Jesus. Then, author Elizabeth Oldfield talks with Kaitlyn about her new book, "Fully Alive," which uses the Seven Deadly Sins as a bridge for introducing secular people to the wisdom of Christianity. Also this week—the verdict in the Trump trail, a very unique fossil museum opens in Arizona, and Phil creates a fun new game for Christians called "Is It Persecution?" 0:00 - Intro 2:09 - Show Starts 4:15 - Theme Song 4:37 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST 5:56 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 7:09 - Wearing Cicadas 9:13 - News of the Pooseum 13:11 - New Game: Am I Being Persecuted? 18:55 - Donald Trump Martyr Complex 29:15 - Mike on Politically-Driven Spiritual-Malformation 34:13 - Fitch and The Ontologically-Rooted Corruption of Power 52:37 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.songfinch.com/HOLYPOST and start your original song! 53:55 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost 54:55- Interview 56:26 - Elizabeth Oldfield's Faith Background 1:00:39 - Writing with a Secular Audience in Mind 1:03:48 - What Radicalized the Republican Voter Base? 1:12:13 - PLM Syndrome 1:18:53 - Attention vs. The Deadly Sin of Sloth 1:24:17 - Why Save God for the End of the Book? 1:29:39 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Pooseum: https://pooseum.com.au/ Reckoning with Power: Why the Church Fails When It's on the Wrong Side of Power by David Fitch: https://a.co/d/e1NdqoZ Other resources: Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times by Elizabeth Oldfield: https://a.co/d/iYZICBv 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.
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