Appropriating The Culture

ATC Ep.75 Student Loan Forgiveness We’re back to our regular scheduled programming discussing the recent executive action to “forgive” student loans and the biblical text touted to justify it.  Questions, comments and student loans can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtu...

ATC Ep.74 Canonization On today’s episode we wrap up our video series on the authority of Scripture, by looking at the process of canonization.  Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.73 Manuscripts & Reconstruction On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, looking at the process by which we reconstruct the original manuscripts of New Testament. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.72 Inerrancy of Scripture On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, focusing on what exactly it means for the Bible to be “inerrant” and discuss the use and importance of hermeneutics. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/natha...

ATC Ep.71 Authority of Scripture On today’s episode, ATC announces a hiatus, while promising several new exciting projects. But in the interim we kick-off a multi-part series on the authority of Scripture.  Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.25 Active Viewing, Active Listening On this episode we discuss the importance of approaching the Bible and art in context. We see how lazy consumption leads to superficial interpretation, and we demonstrate how intentional and attentive viewing makes us better consumes, better producers, and better evangelists. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NSh...

ATC Ep.26 HOT TOPIC: Vaccine On this episode we unpack an article from David French, get in a jab at Martin Luther, and discuss whether or not Christians should get vaccinated from COVID 19. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.27 Sports Go Sports On this episode we take a look at sports and the nature of fandom. We consider the allure and danger of fanaticism and give helpful indicators of when things have gotten out of control. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.28 AWKWARD CONVERSATIONS: PREMARITAL SEX. On this episode we have an awkward conversation about premarital sex, examine how views on premarital sex have changed with the culture (including in the church), and delve into the biblical basis for sexuality purity. Parental discretion is advised. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:htt...

ATC Ep.29 AWKWARD CONVERSATIONS: PORN! And the harms therein. On this episode we have an awkward conversation about the prevalence of pornography, the deleterious impact of pornography, and the biblical argument against pornography. We also exam whether or not our old adage of “Sin is Not External” still holds. Parental discretion is advised. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitte...

ATC Ep.30 AWKWARD CONVERSATIONS: Super Awkward! On this episode we have our most awkward conversation and discuss how far is too far, and premarital and marital chastity in regards to extracurricular sexuality activity. Parental discretion is advised. Don’t forget to blush. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.lo...

ATC Ep.31 Question And Answer On this episode we address a specific submitted question regarding how to address the gender fluid issue when it comes to people who don’t hold to the authority of Scripture. Answer 100% guaranteed to satisfy. Maybe. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted:Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.comFacebook:https://www.f...

ATC Ep.32 The Death of Meritocracy On this episode we we talk about the death of meritocracy, the cultural contributors to that death, and the biblical understanding of merit. In addition we introduce a bold new format to ATC. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathan...

ATC Ep.33 Halloween On this episode we discuss Halloween. Should Christians celebrate Halloween? Where did Halloween come from? Is candy corn the official candy of Hell? All this and more. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.34 Christian Freedom On todays episode we discuss the limitations of Christian freedom, how you can be wrong even if you’re theologically correct, and what our obligations are to our fellow Christians in the broadcasting social media age. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www...

ATC Ep.35 The Upside of Hypocrisy On todays episode we tackle the issue of hypocrisy. How does our culture view hypocrisy? Is hypocrisy the worst sin? Is hypocrisy a particularly prevalent vice of religious communities? All questions and a few answers await. Questions, comments, critiques can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook...

ATC Ep.36 Sensitivity & Offense On today’s episode we unpack the latest Microsoft Ignite conference and analyze to what degree Christians should acquiesce to the sensibilities of the cultural in order to effectively spread the Gospel. Questions, comments, visual description and recognition of stolen land can be submitted: Twitter:https://twitter.com/ NShaneMillerLocals:https://nathanshanemille...

ATC Ep.37 Thanksgiving Eve On today’s episode we look at the history of Thanksgiving and analyze the sources of animosity surrounding the holiday in our culture.  Questions, comments, and words of gratitude: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

WAR on Christmas ATC Ep.38 WAR on Christmas On today’s episode we look at the holiday that shall not be named and reflect on the way that words shape our thinking. Questions, and comments can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

ATC Ep.39 Words, Words, Words On today’s episode we continue with our discussion on the way that words shape our thinking by highlighting the manipulation of words in current events. Questions, comments, and other words: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanem…

ATC Ep.40 Hallmark Fascist Propaganda On today’s episode we deconstruct a Salon article decrying Hallmark Christmas movies as “fascist propaganda.” Seriously. We also think through what it means to be “propaganda,” and our culture’s selective use of the term. Questions, comments, and think pieces can be submitted here: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.local...

ATC Ep.41 Pagan Christmas On today’s episode we look at the complicated history of Christmas, including the purported pagan influences, the Puritan rejection of Christmas, and the debated date of Jesus’ birth. Questions, comments, and Christmas cards can be submitted here: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathans...

ATC Ep.42 Attack of The Initials On today’s episode we reflect on the New Year, 2022 AD, and discuss the theological implications of our calendar systems, and also examine the emergence and usage of B.C.E and A.C. Questions, comments, and New Years resolutions can be submitted here: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMiller Locals:https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.c...

ATC Ep.43 Story Principles On today’s episode we discuss story structure, analyzing dramatic theory and exploring why human beings resonant with story and the implications of story structure on Christianity. Plus we’re offering a free give away of The Witch The Gargoyle and the Perfectly Perfect Man. Questions, comments, and for your chance to win a signed copy of my latest book: Twitter:https://t...

ATC Ep.44 Story Principles: Deus Ex Machina On today’s episode we discuss the plot device known as a deus ex machina, examining why it doesn’t work in modern storytelling and evaluating whether or not Christianity is a deus ex machina. PARENTAL WARNING: Episode contains violent imagery, mild language and bad impressions. Questions, comments, and for your chance to win a signed copy of my latest bo...