Dr Tom Oord joins the show again to discuss with Joshua Noel and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell ideas around the use of mystery language in the Church today. Joshua and Dr Oord have slightly different perspectives on how useful this language can be in modern contexts.

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What is the meaning of divine mystery? What is the greatest mystery in the Catholic Church? What is biblical meaning of mystery? What is the mystery of divine favor? What is the spiritual meaning of mystery? What does the Bible say about Christian mysticism? How can God be known with certainty? Are faith and certainty the same? What is the Theopoetic approach?

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In this episode, we will:

• Debate the usefulness of mystery language
• Deconstruct spiritual notions of certainty
• Explore the merits of deconstruction and reconstruction
• Discuss how the religious institutions can wall us off from better questions

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Check out our other episodes with Tom Oord:

https://player.captivate.fm/collection/7908711e-0990-4e7c-b604-e5d4e6b1dba2

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Check out Joshua's Kingdom Hearts substack, The Kingdom Key:

https://thekingdomkey.substack.com/

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Listen to more of TJ on Systematic Geekology:

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Dr James McGrath joins Joshua this week for a special episode discussing the historical and Biblical accounts of John the Baptist! In this discussion, we also talk about James faith journey, Joshua's beliefs as a Christian Taoist, the use of surrender language, and how historical analysis of Biblical figures is conducted!

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Can you be Taoist and Christian? How does Taoism view Jesus? Can a Taoist believe in God? What does it mean to surrender to Jesus? What does Jesus say about surrender? How do I surrender my heart to Jesus? What was John the Baptist most known for? How was John the Baptist related to Jesus? Is there any historical evidence for the Bible? How much of biblical history is true? What is historical critical analysis of the Bible?

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In this episode, we will:

• Deconstruct certainty in faith
• Explore a historical analysis of John the Baptist
• Discuss the Taoist beliefs of Christendom
• Explore how helpful the Bible can be in interpreting history

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Check out James McGrath's books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-F.-McGrath/author/B002BMN6PQ?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1733972903&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Check out Joshua's Kingdom Hearts substack, The Kingdom Key:

https://thekingdomkey.substack.com/

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Listen to Joshua and TJ on Systematic Geekology:

https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/listen

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Joshua Noel interviews Chris Herlinger, international correspondent to Global Sisters Report, about his most recent book, "Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine". They discuss what Chris' work as a reporter is like, what the state of Ukraine really is, the fears many Christians in Ukraine face around president-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, and how we can all help the efforts made by the Catholic Church to help people in need in Ukraine right now!

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Does Ukraine have religious freedom? How many Christians are in Ukraine? What is the best charity to give to for Ukraine? Where to send humanitarian aid for Ukraine? What is the humanitarian response in Ukraine 2024? How much humanitarian aid does the Catholic Church give? Who funds the nuns?

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In this episode, we will:

• Discuss the importance of reporting the humanitarian efforts of Christians world-wide
• Examine how great the need is for people living in Ukraine right now
• Explain the importance of Herlinger's most recent book
• Deconstruct why churches should give abroad rather than only focusing on local needs

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Check out Chris Herlinger's book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Solidarity-Mercy-Christian-Humanitarian-Efforts/dp/1640657509

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Check out Joshua's Kingdom Hearts substack, The Kingdom Key:

https://thekingdomkey.substack.com/

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Listen to Joshua and TJ on Systematic Geekology:

https://systematic-geekology.captivate.fm/listen

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