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Theology In Pieces
Slim and Malcolm
66 episodes
10 hours ago
Send us a Question! Today we sit down with Rev. Dr. Emily McGowin to ask why so many of us feel trapped between “family first” slogans and the weight of church, work, and politics pressing on our homes. Emily’s vision is both bracing and kind: stop chasing a biblical blueprint that doesn’t exist, and start practicing love in households that actually look like ours—single, married, multigenerational, adoptive, blended, roommates, and everyone in between. We dig into how Jesus relativizes cult...
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Send us a Question! Today we sit down with Rev. Dr. Emily McGowin to ask why so many of us feel trapped between “family first” slogans and the weight of church, work, and politics pressing on our homes. Emily’s vision is both bracing and kind: stop chasing a biblical blueprint that doesn’t exist, and start practicing love in households that actually look like ours—single, married, multigenerational, adoptive, blended, roommates, and everyone in between. We dig into how Jesus relativizes cult...
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Theology In Pieces
66 - DON’T FOCUS ON THE FAMILY : Emily McGowin on Building Households of Faith
Send us a Question! Today we sit down with Rev. Dr. Emily McGowin to ask why so many of us feel trapped between “family first” slogans and the weight of church, work, and politics pressing on our homes. Emily’s vision is both bracing and kind: stop chasing a biblical blueprint that doesn’t exist, and start practicing love in households that actually look like ours—single, married, multigenerational, adoptive, blended, roommates, and everyone in between. We dig into how Jesus relativizes cult...
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11 hours ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Theology In Pieces
65 - No Kings, No Thrones, No Plan & HOW to Rediscover the Beauty of the Word.
Send us a Question! What if the most radical thing you could do this week isn’t another hot take, but a habit that holds? We open with the “No Kings” rallies and ask a tough question: are we organizing for change or outsourcing our hope to cathartic moments? Drawing on Martin Luther King Jr.’s four steps of nonviolent direct action, 1) collection of the facts to determine whether injustices are alive; 2) negotiation; 3) self-purification; and 4) direct action. King Went on to say...
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1 week ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Theology In Pieces
64 - Talking Politics & Christian Nationalism with Caleb Campbell
Send us a Question! What if loving your Christian nationalist neighbor is the most political thing you’ll do this year? Can a stadium memorial where “forgive your enemies” and “hate your enemies” share the same stage?" Today we invited pastor and author Caleb Campbell (Disarming Leviathan) to help us name the powers discipling our age—and offer a way back to love with a spine. We trace Caleb’s decade pastoring in Phoenix as culture-war catechisms flood the church, Turning Point rallie...
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1 month ago
1 hour 37 minutes

Theology In Pieces
63 - Dissertations and Denominations w/ Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson
Send us a Question! Dr. Mika Edmondson, pastor of Koinonia Church in Nashville, joins us for a profound conversation about redemptive suffering and denominational identity. What can Job, MLK, and the african spirituals teach us about redemption and hope amidst incredibly dark times? "It's not the suffering in and of itself that is redemptive, it is actually our engagement with it," Mika explains. Instead of fight-or-flight as a response to evil—there's a 3rd way, a way exemplified by ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 21 minutes

Theology In Pieces
62 - Becoming Gods: The Mystery of Theosis... Powered by Jesus.
Send us a Question! What if becoming like Christ means something far more profound than we've imagined? In this week's episode Malcolm and Slim dive into one of Christianity's most transformative yet often overlooked doctrines. The ancient Christian understanding of salvation extends beyond forgiveness to actual participation in divine life. "What Christ is by nature, we become by grace." Before that, you'll want to hear about the CIA's Operation Acoustic Kitty & why Christian...
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2 months ago
55 minutes

Theology In Pieces
61 - I STAND WITH ISRAEL? When Empires Claim His Name...
Send us a Question! Where does God stand when empires claim His name? This urgent question anchors our conversation about Christian responsibility in the face of violence happening in Gaza. We dive deep into the theological underpinnings often used to justify unwavering support for the modern state of Israel. Genesis 12:3 – "I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you" – has become a rallying cry for Christians supporting Israel's military actions. But does this represent ...
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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Theology In Pieces
60 - Hanging by a Thread (Not Your Hair): End Times Q&A
Send us a Question! The millennium debate often gets mired in abstract timelines, but Revelation 20 demands we focus on a different question: who actually reigns with Christ during this period? Malcolm and Slim unpack questions from Mosaic Waco's sermon series on Revelation. In review of Slim's sermon on Revelation 20, we discuss: pre-millennial, post-millennial, amillennial, and Pan-millenial views. In a moment when many Christians seek political power without the cross, Revelation of...
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5 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Theology In Pieces
59 - "t"
Send us a Question! The "t" in LGBTQ (Transgender) has become one of the most heated cultural flashpoints of our time, leaving many Christians struggling to respond with both theological faithfulness and Christ-like compassion. How do we understand gender dysphoria through a biblical lens while genuinely caring for those who experience it? Enter Dr. Mark Yarhouse, Director of the Sexual and Gender Identity Institute at Wheaton College and author of groundbreaking works like "Understanding Ge...
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6 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Theology In Pieces
58 - Despair, Hope, & This Present Crisis
Send us a Question! As our nation grapples with what many are calling a constitutional crisis, how should Christians respond? Malcolm and Slim wade into these turbulent waters with theological depth and pastoral sensitivity as expressed in calling some christian's response to mass deportations a "Toxic Soup of Dumb." Malcolm opens with a profound meditation on the heart of the Christian faith—not political power or cultural dominance, but Christ's invitation to share in his relationship wit...
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6 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Theology In Pieces
57 - Team Lamb vs. Team Dragon & The Politics of the Apocalypse.
Send us a Question! What does the Book of Revelation actually reveal about our current political moment? Malcolm and Slim dive into this apocalyptic text to discover it's not as mysterious as we've been led to believe—it's a crystal-clear political critique that speaks directly to our time of tribal allegiances and corrupted power. We explore how Revelation sets up the ultimate conflict between "Team Lamb" (Christ) and "Team Dragon" (the devil and his systems of oppression), challenging list...
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7 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Theology In Pieces
56 - The Anti-Greed Gospel: A Revolutionary Conversation with Malcolm Foley on the Battle with Mammon.
Send us a Question! Join us as we engage in a profound discussion addressing greed's pervasive and insidious influence in our lives. In this episode, we welcome our own, Malcolm Foley, author of "The Anti-Greed Gospel," who offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of money, race, and spirituality. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, this new world order with the new administration, Malcolm reiterates how greed perpetuates a cycle of exploitation, violence, and lies that...
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8 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes

Theology In Pieces
55 - Don't Be Afraid of the Dark with Cody Balfour
Send us a Question! Hello Darkness My old Friend... Today we sit down with Cody Balfour, the Director of Family Life at Koinonia Church, to discuss his book "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark," which addresses fear and anxiety from a uniquely Christian perspective. Cody pastorally opens his heart and offers hope for many walking in darkness and despair. We reflect on hope, resilience, and the impact of embracing the resurrection in the face of adversity, drawing inspiration from biblical teaching...
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11 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Theology In Pieces
54 - Christian Centrism, Power, and Justice with Adam Joyce
Send us a Question! Can Christian centrism truly address the complexities of wealth, power, and racial injustice, or does it fall short of delivering meaningful change? Our latest episode welcomes Adam Joyce, a Chicago-based nonprofit consultant, who challenges the notion that centrist approaches can adequately tackle these pressing issues. We lament the recent article critiquing the positive examples of fatherhood and gender roles surrounding the cartoon "Bluey." And we confront the ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 27 minutes

Theology In Pieces
53 - Storytelling, Faith, and Curiosity with Stephen James
Send us a Question! What happens when you blend the art of storytelling with the intricacies of faith? Renowned author Stephen James joins us, and his insights might just transform how you view fiction. As we navigate the complex themes in Christian art, we question the label of "Christian" and its implications. Drawing inspiration from literary icons like Flannery O'Connor and GK Chesterton, we discuss how storytelling can authentically capture the world's darkness and light. By avoiding f...
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1 year ago
1 hour 9 minutes

Theology In Pieces
52 - Who Are Evangelicals, Again? With Dr. Ansley Quiros and Dr. Jacob Randolph
Send us a Question! Today we have a packed house with not 1, not 2, but 3 historians weighing in on the question Who are Evangelicals? With 81% of white evangelicals voting in one direction, it caused us to ask... what is it that holds evangelicals together? You may be surprised by our conclusions. We had a long but fantastic discussion including terrible tweets and responding to the most recent presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Have a liste...
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1 year ago
1 hour 29 minutes

Theology In Pieces
51 - How to Prepare for Civil War and Biblical Violence
Send us a Question! Hey Listeners! How likely is a Civil War in America? What can you do now to prepare? In light of the horrors we're seeing in Gaza, how do we square our commitment to non-violence with what appears to be a violent Old Testament God? On today's episode we respond to listeners questions. Before we delve into the heavy stuff, we look at the sermon cutting floor and respond to a TERRIBLE TWEET. Listen to episode 40 (nonviolence and the paradox of ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 18 minutes

Theology In Pieces
50 - The Immigration Debate with Matthew Soerens
Send us a Question! On today's episode, we had the honor to sit down with the incredible Matthew Soerens from World Relief. The topic of immigration feels radioactive and untouchable for the average person. But Matthew brings real life examples, experience, research, and the scriptures to speak in a very common sense logical way. This conversation was unbelievable! Ear mark this episode to listen to more than once. Matthew is the co-author of: ‘Welcoming the St...
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1 year ago
1 hour 12 minutes

Theology In Pieces
49 - Justice for All: The Intersection of Faith and Law with Kent Mckeever
Send us a Question! What's Law got to do with it? On today's episode we sit down with Kent Mckeever, a lawyer, executive director of Greater Waco Legal Services (a non-profit legal firm), and a former pastor. Kent lays out the beauty and application of his love for Jesus and Justice as inspiration for his work in providing legal assistance for All. Everyone regardless of their financial status has the right to a quality attorney. Their sliding scale fees and payment plans make i...
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1 year ago
54 minutes

Theology In Pieces
48 - Politics and Third-Way-ism
Send us a Question! On Today's Episode we respond to the horrific assassination attempt on former President Trump's life. What does this mean for our country? What spiritually can we glean from his life being spared? Did God save Trump? Does Ephesians 6:11 play a part? Then we wrestle with Adam Joyce's article on Christianity and Third-Way-ism, titled "If there is a “third way”, this isn’t it: How Christian centrists acquiesce to America’s broken politica...
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1 year ago
56 minutes

Theology In Pieces
47 - Whose Fault Is It Anyway? The Poor, Trump, and a Way Forward.
Send us a Question! Whose Fault is Poverty? The poor, the rich, something else? Today we tackle this tricky topic biblically. Then the guys respond to a terrible tweet from the current President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and his article: The Verdict Is In. This is in response to former President Donald Trump convicted as guilty of 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The news of his guilt has brought many responses including meme...
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1 year ago
1 hour 23 minutes

Theology In Pieces
Send us a Question! Today we sit down with Rev. Dr. Emily McGowin to ask why so many of us feel trapped between “family first” slogans and the weight of church, work, and politics pressing on our homes. Emily’s vision is both bracing and kind: stop chasing a biblical blueprint that doesn’t exist, and start practicing love in households that actually look like ours—single, married, multigenerational, adoptive, blended, roommates, and everyone in between. We dig into how Jesus relativizes cult...