Jesus Peace Collective

We’re now entering the second half of the 10 Commandments, where God guides Israel in how to relate to one another. The 6th Commandment is often translated “Do not murder.” However, the Hebrew word translated as "murder" can also be translated as "kill," which refers to both the premeditated and the unintentional taking of human life. So is this command saying not to kill at al...

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. Jesse P. Nickel about his recent book,  A Revolutionary Jesus: Violence and Peacemaking in the Kingdom of God . Jesse Nickel (PhD, University of St Andrews) is on the faculty of Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, where he teaches in the biblical studies program. He is the author of  The Things that Make for...

Dr. Greg Boyd is the primary teaching pastor and vision-caster for Woodland Hills Church and is the author of many books including my favorite: The Myth of a Christian Nation. Greg is also known for his love of yoga, running, drumming, dancing and going on long walks with Gracie, his pet Morkie. _____ Originally published by Preston Sprinkle at Theology in the Raw, used with permission https://the...

What does Jesus mean when he describes people entering the Kingdom of the skies? Are the promises in the Beatitudes possible now, or do we need to wait for the new creation? How did Jesus respond to other perspectives on how to treat our enemies? How do we reconcile Jesus’ teachings on creative nonviolence with violence in the Old Testament narratives? Why does Jesus tell his followers to be perfe...

In Matthew 5:43-48, Jesus shares his sixth and final case study based on the wisdom of the Torah, and it may be the most challenging one yet. The first three case studies focused on treating others as sacred image-bearers of God. The fourth and fifth case studies offered guidance on how to handle conflict. And in the final case study, Jesus concludes with wisdom on how to respond to people who not...

In this final session, Jon Sherwood discusses using nonviolence as a means of peacemaking. He also examines the difference between Jesus' peacemaking and his rejection of passivity. _____ Originally published by Jon Sherwood, used with permission https://www.jonsherwood.com/podcast/episode/8e8aacbe/peacemaking-not-passivity

In this third installment of the series, Jon Sherwood discusses the heart of Christianity, and that as believers in the resurrection we are to be freed from our fear of death as well as the fear of all threats of death as we trust in a God who is sovereign. _____ Originally published by Jon Sherwood, used with permission https://www.jonsherwood.com/podcast/episode/911bbf03/following-the-prince-of-...

The second part of the series, in this episode Jon Sherwood discusses the ideas of Christian nationalism, its origins and implications for Christ followers today. _____ Originally published by Jon Sherwood, used with permission https://www.jonsherwood.com/podcast/episode/90cce214/following-the-prince-of-peace-christian-nationalism

Beginning a sermon series about the nonviolent life and teachings of Jesus, Jon Sherwood starts by looking at John 18 and the interaction between Jesus and Pilate and how their two different kingdoms are in conflict over power, truth, violence, and righteousness. _____ Originally published by Jon Sherwood, used with permission https://www.jonsherwood.com/podcast/episode/9171c5ee/following-the-prin...

Dr. Greg Boyd deconstructs problematic interpretations of Romans 13:1-14 and whether Christians should be involved in government violence. _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https://reknew.org/2020/03/does-romans-13-condone-government-violence-podcast/

Dr. Greg Boyd considers non-violence from the Reknew.org Concentric Circles model of belief prioritization. He then considers the model from both a descriptive and prescriptive perspective. In other words, how central is the topic of nonviolence supposed to be for Christians? _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https://reknew.org/2019/04/how-important-is-non-vio...

Myles Werntz (PhD, Baylor University) is associate professor of theology and director of Baptist studies at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas. He is the author or editor of several books, including Bodies of Peace and A Field Guide to Christian Nonviolence. David C. Cramer (PhD, Baylor University) is managing editor at the Institute of Mennonite Studies, sessional lecturer at Anabapti...

Justin Bronson Barringer is a pastor, consultant, writer, editor, and a PhD candidate in religious ethics at Southern Methodist University. He’s also a star in the hit reality show Duck Dynasty. (Just kidding.) I met Justin many years ago when he agreed to read (and critique!) early drafts of my book Fight, now called Nonviolence: The Revolutionary Way of Jesus. He was very influential in helping...

Greg "wrestles" through violence in sports and whether Christians should draw entertainment from violence. _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https://reknew.org/2018/08/podcast-what-are-your-thoughts-on-mma-fighting-and-other-violent-sports/

Greg challenges the intuitively appealing notion of killing Hitler and thereby preventing the massacre of millions of people. _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https://reknew.org/2018/05/podcast-if-you-couldve-killed-hitler-wouldnt-you/

Do pacifist Christians take Jesus' teachings about turning the other cheek seriously, but not his teachings on divorce? Dr. Greg Boyd responds. _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https://reknew.org/2017/09/podcast-take-turn-cheek-seriously-not-divorce/

Dr. Greg Boyd responds to a question coming from an American missionary in Ukraine as the Russian invasion begins. He wonders if his pacifism was born out of a naive place of privilege where he didn't have to consider the reality of war and invasion of his home and family. Dr. Boyd responds with empathy and conviction. _____ Originally published by Greg Boyd at ReKnew, used with permission https:/...

Here is Mark Twain's The War Prayer, published in 1916, six years after the great humorist's death. This piece is in the public domain. Dr. Douglas Jacoby's podcast includes a few opening comments, the Prayer in full, and a brief conclusion. _____ Originally published by Douglas Jacoby, used with permission https://www.douglasjacoby.com/warprayer/

In our final interview we talk with pastor and author Bruxy Cavey about anabaptism, Christians killing other Christians in the name of their “Christian” nation, the 16th century persecution of non-violent followers of Jesus, and a pastoral word to those wrestling with Jesus’ teachings on enemy love. Listen to all the interviews with various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence an...

We talk with author and theologian Greg Boyd about Romans 12 and 13, the separation of church and state, and a Christians’ relationship to the government. Are there things that government should do that followers of Jesus should not? Listen along all this week as we interview various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence and enemy love, in order to work out some of the implication...

In this interview we talk with author and professor Dr. Gerry Breshears about self defense, home invasion, Christians as police officers, and, naturally, pepper spray. Listen along all this week as we interview various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence and enemy love, in order to work out some of the implications of Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5. With: John Mark Comer, Bethany...

In our next interview, we talk with Sister Rosemary, a Catholic nun and the Head of Saint Monica Girls’ Tailoring Centre in Gulu, Uganda, about the persecuted church and loving your enemy even in the aftermath of the Lord’s Resistance Army lead by Joseph Kony. Listen along all this week as we interview various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence and enemy love, in order to work...

We talk with professor Dr. Tim Mackie about violence in the book of Revelation and the Old Testament, and how to read the Bible. Listen along all this week as we interview various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence and enemy love, in order to work out some of the implications of Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5. With: John Mark Comer, Josh Porter, & Tim Mackie _____ Originally publ...

This week we will be interviewing various theologians and experts on the subject of non-violence and enemy love, in order to work out some of the implications of Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5. In this first interview, we speak with author and professor Dr. Preston Sprinkle about church history, Just War Theory, and followers of Jesus in the military. With John Mark Comer, Josh Porter, & Preston Spr...

Michael Burns talks with special guest Tom A. Jones on the Eikon (formerly All Things 2 All People) podcast to talk about all things kingdom of God. Tom is the author of a trilogy of books on the Kingdom of God as well as popular and important books like The Prideful Soul's Guide to Humility (co-authored), The Baptized Life, and many others. _____ Originally published on The Eikon Podcast, used wi...