Mortification of Spin

In this thought-provoking episode of Mortification of Spin, hosts Todd and Carl engage in a critical conversation about Israel, the Jewish people, and the rising tide of anti-Semitism. They explore the historical context of anti-Semitic sentiments, the troubling connections to certain movements, and the theological perspectives surrounding the future of the Jewish people as indicated in Scripture. 

We need to treat Jewish unbelievers the same way we treat Gentile unbelievers. They need Jesus and they need to be evangelized. – Todd Pruitt

Tune in for a nuanced examination of a complex issue that is more relevant than ever.

 

Show Notes:

Christian Witness to Israel:  CWINA.org/publications

Todd and Carl engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Brian Cosby, pastor, author, and YouTube influencer, about the concept of biblical masculinity. They explore the importance of the roles of men in today's society, addressing the challenges and crises facing young men as they seek to understand their identity and responsibilities. 

The more I thought about it…really distilling down those fundamental callings of a man…it’s not a fundamental identity – that would be in Jesus for the Christian – but certainly the fundamental calling is a duty for men to provide for and protect not only himself, but also his family, his church, and his community. – Brian Cosby

With insights from Brian's new book, Provide and Protect: A Guide for Men in a World of Weakness, Wokeness, and Compromise, this episode offers a compelling look at the need for men to step up as providers and protectors in a world filled with confusion and compromise.

We are pleased to offer listeners the opportunity to win a copy of Brian’s book, Provide and Protect, thanks to the generosity of Mindster Media. Enter here to win.

 

Show Notes:

Brian’s YouTube channel: Provide & Protect

Richard Phillips’ book: Masculine Mandate

Mindster Media: https://mindstirmedia.com/

Carl and Todd engage in a lively discussion today with returning guest Michael Morales, a professor of Biblical Studies at Greenville Theological Seminary. They delve into the concept of God's glory, drawing from Donnie Berry’s book, The Earth Will Be Filled: A Biblical Theology of the Glory of God, which was edited by Michael. According to Donnie Berry, glory refers to all the things the triune God is full of—his wisdom, love, creativity, beauty, strength, compassion, justice, life, joy—made manifest for us to see, to experience, to respond to, and, perhaps most surprisingly, to participate in. 

The glory of God is the core of who He is, His goodness as God defines it. – Michael Morales

Discover how the glory of God is a central theme that runs through Scripture, and why it is crucial to see how it is at the heart of the gospel and of the entire story of the Bible. 

Thanks to the generosity of our friends at IV Press, we are pleased to offer three copies of The Earth Will Be Filled to our listeners. Enter here to win.

Today, Carl and Todd engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the difficult issue of church discipline. They explore the historical context of church discipline, its necessity for maintaining the integrity of the church, and the challenges pastors face in implementing it. With personal anecdotes and theological insights, they shed light on how discipline serves not only the church community but also the individual believer. 

The church disciplines for three reasons, one of which is the recovery of the offender…the second reason is it sends a message to members of the church and to those outside of the church that certain behaviors, certain opinions are not tolerable…the third reason and, I think, perhaps the most important one is it vindicates the name of Christ in public. – Carl Trueman

Tune in for a deep dive into a topic that often goes unaddressed in many congregations!

Carl and Todd continue their engaging conversation about Carl's new book, The Desecration of Man: How the Rejection of God Degrades Our Humanity. Today, they delve into the implications of modernity on human dignity, exploring the tension between freedom and belonging, and the significance of being made in the image of God. The discussion also addresses contemporary issues surrounding reproductive technology and its impact on our understanding of humanity. 

I would say that's why anthropology is so critical. If you don't have an understanding of what it means to be a human being, then you're going to have all “the sky is the limit” to what technology can do.  – Carl Trueman

We were pleased to award two listeners a copy of Carl’s book, The Desecration of Man: How the Rejection of God Degrades Our Humanity, thanks to the generosity of Sentinel Publishing. Congratulations to Keith D. from Strong, ME and Michael L. from Wheaton, IL!