Gravity Commons Podcast

We're starting a Book Club, and you're invited! We talk about why we wanted to do this, how you can be involved, and the first book we'll discuss: The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism, by journalist Tim Alberta.The Book Club will be a weekly discussion on Fridays at 12pm ET starting August 2, 2024 (recordings available to all members). To participate, get yourself a paid membership to the Gravity Community.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel Looper from Baylor University discusses Christian nationalism's impact on evangelical identity. Topics include the historical roots of Christian nationalism, attraction to Russia in MAGA Christian nationalism, challenges of propaganda, and promoting inclusivity in the church.

Author Andrew Rillera challenges the idea of penal substitutionary atonement, emphasizing participation over substitution in Jesus's death. He explores the roots of sacrifice, Levitical practices, and the shared experience between Christ and humanity. The discussion highlights the importance of communion with God and rethinks traditional views on sacrifice and substitution in Christian belief.

Meredith Miller, pastor and parent, discusses nurturing a faith for kids that can withstand doubts and challenges. The conversation focuses on trust-based parenting, engaging children in open dialogues about faith, and creating a safe space for exploration. It also explores the importance of personalized faith environments, relational support, and intentional parenting efforts.

Therapist Sam Jolman discusses healthy masculine sexuality, societal influences, therapy for healing harmful beliefs, biblical perspectives, emotional connection, purity, arousal, embodiment, navigating societal expectations, and having vulnerable conversations on sex and gender.

Lee C. Camp, award-winning professor, discusses human flourishing, ethics, and politics. They explore the importance of habits in shaping character, virtues in moral formation, justice, and narratives in ethics. The conversation also touches on global injustices, media influence, and the impact of personal well-being. Lee's insights provide a thought-provoking look at living a good life.

Elizabeth Oldfield, host of The Sacred podcast, discusses tending to our souls in turbulent times using the framework of the seven deadly sins. She explores the importance of resilience, kindness, and empathy in a divisive world. The podcast touches on reframing sin, embracing simplicity, and navigating difficult emotions for personal growth.

Spiritual director Terra McDaniel discusses rediscovering lament as a practice of hope, offering profound insights on processing grief, honoring vulnerability, and embracing lament as a tool for healing. The conversation touches on overcoming societal resistance to grief, creating rituals for processing pain, and reimagining a way forward through authentic expression of emotions.

Aaron Gardner, in the midst of deconstruction, discusses the misconceptions around the process in a personal journey straddling belief and unbelief. The podcast delves into struggles with faith, scriptural interpretation, and the motivations behind deconstruction within Christianity, emphasizing empathy and dialogue.

Jon DePue, co-author of a book on Paul's Gospel, discusses the disjunction in Paul's thought, proposing a unifying way forward. They explore liberation beyond justification by faith, critique atonement theories, and challenge traditional views of God's love. The conversation delves into Paul's Jewishness, gospel in Romans and Galatians, and how a transformative participatory gospel offers freedom.