Chris Martin

Bombadil's Porch

Religion EN ↓ 138 episodes

We are three Christian dads trying to recover the lost art of sitting on the front porch together to building community, comradery, and taking some time to enjoy the view of God’s Word, and God’s world.

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Chris Martin

Episodes

S1E12 Happy Obedience, Jesus as Prophet/Priest/King, Growing up Yanomam'o 27.10.2020 54:13

In which we: Take encouragement from the joy of obedience Consider Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King Enjoy the adventures of Growing Up Yanomam ö

S1E11 The Pope, a Pratt, and Renaming Schools 23.10.2020 1:00:16

In which we: Discuss Pope Francis' recent comments on Civil Unions Look at the backlash against Chris Pratt, and against those who defend him Evaluate the wisdom of renaming local schools in light of past sins

S1E10 True Rest, Worldview Class Opportunity, Eucatastrophe 20.10.2020 1:02:45

In which we: Consider Psalm 62 and how to rest in a restless world Hear from special guest Dr. Ben Orchard about an upcoming class on worldviews Learn the true purpose of faery-story from J.R.R. Tolkien

S1E8 [Audio Issues] Paul's Glory, Essential Theology, and Spiritual Warfare 16.10.2020 48:44

In which we: Take note of Paul's glory in ministry Discuss the top 8 essential theological concepts Are reminded how to engage in biblical spiritual warfare

S1E9 Tall Boys, Thinking on Your Feet, and Evolving Dictionaries 16.10.2020 46:43

In which we: Learn of the challenges posed by unexploded ordinance from the past Consider the power of a simple walk on the clarity of our mind Take heed at the speed with which dictionaries adapt to cultural fads

SE Election 2020 16.10.2020 1:08:03

Our first special edition podcast. We discuss a Christian's relationship to politics and civic sphere and how we are thinking about the upcoming 2020 election season.

S1E7 [Audio Problems] Parrots, CRISPR, and R-90 09.10.2020 55:41

In which we: Consider the curious case of profane parrots Marvel at the revelations of gene editing technology Discuss new efforts to educate our children about the birds and the bees (not explicit)

S1E6 Peter's Heart, Theodicy, and Ancient Evangelism 03.10.2020 51:26

In which we: Look at the enduring heart behind Peter's erratic actions Consider the challenge of evil and suffering to the Christian worldview Discuss Evangelism in the Early Church , by Michael Green

S1E5 U.N. Concern, Supreme Court Controversy, Local Family in Need 03.10.2020 58:38

In which we: Discuss the U.N.'s concern that the U.S. is no longer championing women's rights Look at the narrative-defying nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court Encourage listeners to help a local family in need 

S1E4 Authority, Immutability, and Christ Crucified 25.09.2020 44:03

In which we: Consider the goodness of authority and how to model it Try to pronounce and explain the immutability of God Look closer at the cross in Stephen Charnock's book, Christ Crucified

S1E3 Abraham Accords, RBG, and Malden, WA 25.09.2020 40:31

In which we: Consider some of the history and implications of peace deals in the Middle East Look at the legacy and lessons of the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg Mark the fiery devastation in Malden, WA and learn lessons for fathering and community

S1E2 Submission, Providence, and Cosmic War 19.09.2020 44:56

In which we: Reflect on our duty to submit as Christians Discuss the important but prickly doctrine of Providence Review C. R. Wiley's book, The Household and the War for the Cosmos

S1E1 God's World on 9/17/2020 18.09.2020 40:25

In which we launch a new podcast and discuss: Paying citizens to spy in churches in China A Netflix movie that isn't cute Schooling from home in the age of Covid