The Speak Life Podcast

Marks & Spencer have just released their clothing and home Christmas advert for 2023. Glen Scrivener reacts. What does this advert communicate about our current cultural moment?See 321: http://321course.com/Subscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Isabel Vaughan-Spruce was prevented from praying by the police in Birmingham yesterday. In the context of protestors calling for Jihad. This raises the question: what are we free to say, do and think in a democratic society?See 321: http://321course.com/Ben Sixsmith Article: https://thecritic.co.uk/twelve-things-more-arrestable-than-calling-for-jihad/Subscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Karen Swallow Prior, author of 'The Evangelical Imagination - How Stories, Images & Metaphors Created a Culture in Crisis', discusses the power of imagination, crisis within the institutional church, the role of storytelling in evangelicalism, and the need for balance between personal experience and community.

Glen Scrivener interviews Christian singer-songwriter Michael J Tinker about his new album 'When There Are No Words', exploring grief, loss and hope. They also discuss music more broadly, and how it can communicate the Gospel.Michael's website: https://michaeljtinker.com/Glen's conversation with Andrew Peterson: https://youtu.be/mozVksWnSAkSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Nate speaks to Revd Dr Paul Blackham about a Christ centred view of reality and how it structures our stories and world-building.See 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Glen Scrivener and Nate Morgan Locke interview Rico Tice for the launch of our 321 course.See 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Glen Scrivener responds to the allegations surrounding Russell Brand.JOIN US FOR THE LAUNCH OF 321: speaklife.org.uk/housepartySubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/giveContact the show: info@speaklife.org.ukSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukGive for Gospel Growth: speaklife.org.uk/growthSupport the show

Nancy Pearcey, author of 'The Toxic War on Masculinity', explores the influence of postmodernism in her work and discusses the controversy surrounding her book written by a woman. They also delve into the issue of domestic violence within the church and debate on feminism and 'The Toxic War against Masculinity'.

A recent Apple commercial featuring Octavia Spencer as Mother Nature sparks heated discussions about corporate environmental claims. The hosts dissect the ad's cultural themes, questioning its effectiveness and historical ties to paganism. They delve into the contrast between Christian stewardship and ancient beliefs, emphasizing hope and renewal. Humor in advertising also comes under scrutiny, as they critique Apple's image versus reality in eco-friendliness. The conversation ultimately tackles the hypocrisy in corporate messaging about sustainability.

Mark Meynell, co-editor of 'Not So with You: Power and Leadership for the Church', is interviewed by Glen Scrivener. They discuss the importance of power and leadership in the church, the dangers of authoritarianism, and the connection between identity and leadership. They also explore the concept of competitive victimhood and discuss the book 'Are You 100% Sure You Want to be an Agnostic?' along with listener comments.