White Christian Nationalism and the FBI
The Gospel of J. Ed
Weekly Roundup: Christian Erotica for the Cringe
Brad and Dan begin by discussing an excerpt from Joshua Butler’s new book, which appeared at the Gospel Coalition this week. The excerpt lays out a theology of sex that imagines Christ as the male partner in a heterosexual erotic relationship with the Christian church. This metaphor is extended to the sexual relationships men and […]
It’s In the Code Ep. 41: Don’t Be a Stumbling Block Part 2
Building on the previous episode, Dan dives deeper into the code of not being a “stumbling block” in this episode. How do admonitions not to be a stumbling block depart from the actual context of that phrase in the Christian New Testament? And what does this tell us about some Christians’ claim to be “biblical […]
All Things Asbury
In a joint episode with the New Evangelicals, Brad hosts a roundtable with Tim Whitaker (New Evangelicals), Dr. Leah Payne, and Dr. Matthew Taylor. The four of them discuss what the revival looked like in person when Tim visited last week, how it matches up to past revivals at Asbury and other institutions, and the […]
Weekly Roundup: Mr Biden Goes to Kyiv
Brad and Dan begin by discussing the polar opposite speeches given by Biden and Putin on the eve of the one year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Brad analyzes Putin’s culture war rhetoric, showing how and why it mirrors the family values and queerphobic rhetoric of American Christian nationalists. Dan points out the symbolic […]
It’s In the Code Ep. 40: Don’t Be A Stumbling Block
One of the most central metaphors for living a life of Christian faith is that of one’s “spiritual walk.” And within this framework, the metaphor of the “stumbling block,” of something that would cause us to “stumble” in that spiritual walk, is also common. But what exactly does this mean? What does it mean when […]
Catholic Confederates
Xenophobia, Patriarchy, and Anti-Semitism in Trad Spaces
Weekly Roundup: Haley-lujah – Revival for a New Generation
Brad and Dan begin by talking about Nikki Haley’s announcement that she is running for president. While she mentioned being a candidate for a new generation, it seems she is ready to carry on the work of her former boss – Donald Trump. Khyati Joshi on Haley: https://religionnews.com/2023/02/16/nikki-haley-says-shes-christian-but-its-complicated/ They then provide some context and commentary […]
It’s In the Code Ep. 39: Understanding Religious Trauma Part II
“Interview with Dr. Laura Anderson: Understanding Trauma” Many of the themes and topics we explore in “It’s In the Code” figure prominently in the experience of those who have been traumatized by participation in high-control religious environments. But what is “trauma”? How is it possible that something as widespread and seemingly mundane as participation in […]
NAR Apostles and Prophets on 2024 – And the End of the World
Brad speaks with the one and only Dr. Matthew Taylor, creator of Charismatic Revival Fury. They begin by discussing where key NAR prophets and apostles are on the 2024 election and how they are navigating Trump’s slide in the GOP. This leads to a discussion of interesting developments surrounding the National Prayer Breakfast and the […]