Rod Dreher wrote “to order the world rightly as Christians requires regarding all things as pointing to Christ”Christ is the One in Whom in all things consist a...
Episode 92 - Sin, Power, and the Dangers of Moral Zeal
Send us a textThis episode dives deep into the cosmic implications of sin and righteousness, exploring how humanity's historical desire to define good and evil apart from Christ has led to significant moral confusion and consequences. We uncover the dangers of moral zeal and its capacity to breed destruction, all while emphasizing the vital need for a divine perspective on morality.• Defining sin not just as law-breaking, but as a breach of relationship with God • The foundational implications of Genesis on our understanding of good and evil • How human righteousness can lead to disastrous moral conclusions • The role that power dynamics play in shaping modern morality • The grave warnings given by Christ regarding the nature of sin and its consequences To learn more, explore the cosmic authority and the nature of sin within the broader context of our lives today.The theme music is "Wager with Angels" by Nathan Moore
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Episode 91 - Cosmic Majesty, Human Significance: A Divine Perspective
Send us a textOur latest episode dives into the expansive relationship between God's creation and our role within it, offering a refreshing perspective on what it means to have significance in a vast universe. - Exploring the cosmic scope of creation and our humility - Understanding the Kingdom of God as a personal and living reality - Demystifying the human tendency towards abstract interpretations of God - Recognising the importance of personal connection to the divine - Challenging the feeling of insignificance and affirming our centrality in God's plan - Embracing our transformative potential in the light of divine love **Join us as we explore how your life matters in the grand narrative of God's Kingdom!**The theme music is "Wager with Angels" by Nathan Moore
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Episode 90 - Kingdom Unveiled: The Christ-Centered Cosmic Civilization
Send us a textToday, we dive into the nature of God's kingship as revealed in Psalm 97, exploring its significance for our lives today. The reign of Christ invites us to rethink our understanding of power, worship, and our cosmic place in His plan.• The Lord's reign as a source of joy and justice • Exploring the Old Testament foundations of the Kingdom of God • Perspectives on cosmic phenomena as manifestations of God's glory • The challenge of wading through idolatry in our lives • How Christ’s kingship affects both believers and non-believers • Understanding our role within the cosmic narrative of God’s kingdom The theme music is "Wager with Angels" by Nathan Moore
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Episode 89 - Are We Too Earthly Minded for Heavenly Good?
Send us a textIn this engaging episode, we explore the concept of the Kingdom of God and how our focus shapes our actions and beliefs. We reflect on the challenge of remaining steadfast amidst worldly distractions.• The Christian focus on the unseen kingdom• Navigating the tension between community care and spiritual nourishment• Understanding the essence of love as a revolutionary force• Differentiating true Kingdom agendas from earthly narratives• Prioritising connection to Christ above societal pressuresThe theme music is "Wager with Angels" by Nathan Moore
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Episode 88 - The Divine Empire: Shifting Focus from Earthly Gains to Heavenly Treasures
Send us a textThis episode explores the profound implications of the Kingdom of Heaven, urging a radical re-evaluation of how earthly treasures compare to heavenly investments. By examining the teachings of Jesus and the martyrdom of Polycarp, we delve into the disruptive power of living out a faith that transcends material concerns and aligns with the eternal realities of the divine empire. • The importance of framing the gospel within the context of the Kingdom of Heaven • Distinctions between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven • Jesus’ challenge to earthly treasure and materialism • Political implications of embracing a heavenly perspective • The disruptive potential for modern economies if Christians lived according to heavenly values • The inspiring martyrdom of Polycarp and its lessons for contemporary faith • A call to reflect on true allegiance to the divine empire, not earthly authoritiesThe theme music is "Wager with Angels" by Nathan Moore
Rod Dreher wrote “to order the world rightly as Christians requires regarding all things as pointing to Christ”Christ is the One in Whom in all things consist and humanity is not the measure of all things. If a defining characteristic of the modern world is disorder then the most fundamental act of resistance is to discover and life according to the deep, divine order of the heavens and the earth. In this series we want to look at the big model of the universe that the Bible and Christian history provides.It is a mind and heart expanding vision of reality.It is not confined to the limits of our bodily senses - but tries to embrace levels fo reality that are not normally accessible or tangible to our exiled life on earth.We live on this side of the cosmic curtain - and therefore the highest and greatest dimensions of reality are hidden to us… yet these dimensions exist and are the most fundamental framework for the whole of the heavens and the earth.Throughout this series we want to pick away at all the threads of reality to see how they all join together - how they all find common meaning and reason in the great divine logic - the One who is the Logos, the LORD Jesus Christ - the greatest that both heaven and earth has to offer.Colossians 1:15-23
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