Created in the Image of God

Spiritual growth and a plant’s growth cycle are not different. The Divine Seed germinates into a young plant that eventually blooms and shares faith experiences, reproducing more faith and spreading seeds according to God’s plan. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe

Tonight's show highlights the role of ethical and moral insights in society as a safeguard against materialism. Peter Merrick shares his perspectives on how historical awareness and vigilance help preserve the intrinsic value of all human lives. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com...

The five timelines of Daniel's prophecies, from a Baha'i Perspective. https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/pu... Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe

The medical-industrial complex is antithetical to human flourishing and healthy care. The relentless pursuit of profit within the healthcare system has prioritized financial gain over patient welfare, exacerbating societal inequalities and compromising the quality of care. Through a lens of religious values, the show explores how the commodification of healthcare has eroded the fundamental princip...

Bill and Wade discuss Bill's Anguish of Freedom blog in the context of Israel's release from slavery in Egypt and their failure to establish themselves in the Promised land. We'll also discuss the recent Supreme Court Ruling around affirmative action, and what conclusions can be drawn from that Biblical History, Philosophy, and the Sociology of the American project. Get full access to...

Our upcoming episode welcomes back Dan Barker for the second part of our discussion to answer the question: Does Society need liberation from Religion? Dan Barker is a former evangelical Christian preacher who is now an American Atheist activist and Author. In short - he is the mirror image of host Wade Fransson - who had a similar background but has become more, not less, religious since resignin...

The journey to climb Mount Ararat was filled with adventure and self-discovery. Find out what author Rick Anton discovered about Noah's Ark and the culture of the people who live around Mount Ararat. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe

Dan Barker is a former evangelical Christian preacher who is now an American Athiest activist and Author. In short - he is the mirror image of host Wade Fransson - who had a similar background but has become more, not less, religious since resigning from the ministry. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefr...

In a diverse and interconnected world, the strength of human connection and the profound impact of sudden loss is explored as individuals and communities navigate the uncharted territory of unexpected tragedy, revealing the enduring power of unity and resilience. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransso...

Eric Mondschein, author of Life at 12 College Road, is making a special appearance on the show to discuss "Being Grounded in History." He is walking us through a new tendency towards revisionism in which we ask ourselves whether that has made us ideologically weak. Can being rooted in history help us from being infected by bad ideas? What about the show "The Chosen"? Your prese...

Baptist preacher William Miller predicted the Second Coming of Christ would occur in 1844. The Millerite movement became one of American history's most significant religious movements. It also led to what is known as The Great Disappointment. What were the societal impacts, and are they still being felt today? Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full...

Cameron Lee Cowan returns for episode 50 to discuss capitalism, the Enlightenment philosophy, and its interposition with the Protestant/Confucian work ethic. This remarkable milestone episode on our ever-growing series promises to be an invigorating debate addressing the issues around how our modern economy came to be. Thank you for sticking around and being an essential part of this journey! Get...

The Mosaic economic system included laws and regulations designed to promote social justice and economic equality. How far ahead of its time was it? If applied today, would the Mosaic economic system create a just and equitable society? Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe

Can we organize our world differently? Individual Collectivism holds that when we create systems that help people do better, it benefits society and vice versa. When people do well, society does well. When we invest in people, society benefits as a whole. A failure of anyone is a collective responsibility that we would do well to remedy wherever possible. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack a...

What someone calls a cult, another person calls a religion. Is a top-down organized gathering centered around a standard belief system? What is the difference between Religion and Revelation? Can you have one without the other? Host Wade Fransson and guest Daniel Sanderson invite the audience to participate in this open discussion to define religion and its role in society. Get full access to SOOP...

In episode 46, Cameron Cowan discusses escaping that sheltered world, the role of homeschooling, lessons learned along the way, and a revised definition of faith. Cameron is an author and creator of The Cameron Journal, making observations and profound conversations about the world around us. He grew up as an evangelical, bisexual, and biracial individual in Denver. With a vintage flair in much of...

The complexity of COVID and public policy... Do mandates work? How do we quantify the costs? Host Daniel Sanderson welcomes Tyrone Keynes, a System Dynamics Practitioner, and Independent Researcher, on Episode 45. Using systems thinking to understand the world around us, his model entitled "A Feedback Perspective: Susceptible-Infected-Recovered, Social Stress Model" was presented at the...

Don't miss Episode 44 of Created In The Image Of God, where Wade Fransson interviews Allan Rabinowitz, Guide of the City of David Archaeological Park. They will delve into History, Archaeology, Biblical Prophecy, and the Independent Investigation of Truth during their discussion. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image...

Jacqueline Claire welcomes Sasha Stone, writer and creator of "Free Thinking Through The Fourth Turning," in episode 43 of Created In The Image of God. She grew up in the era of cults, attending a small elementary school in Topanga Canyon in the 1970s when it was still a wilderness of hippies and health food stores. This discussion expands on "Did I Just Live a Cult?", one of h...

"O peace-maker, before trying to make peace throughout the world, first make peace within thyself!" This episode explores how we can encourage the development of altruism vs. egotism. If we can solve this, the system will only matter a little. So what is the commonality among religions, and how can we tap into that more universally? Daniel Sanderson will hold this discussion with Philoso...

Celebrated photographer and Medical Scientist / Virologist Jason Persoff return to the show to discuss the Pandemic. Join Host Wade Fransson as they delve into the issues now being brought to the forefront, and explore the disheartening phenomenon of misleading information disseminated under the guise of health and science. This episode also marks the start of the pre-order phase of Dr. Drew Remig...

Wade Fransson is joined by Imam Mekye Abdus Salaam, founder of the Interfaith Library, who appeared previously on episode 34 to discuss how religions can coexist. Join us as a former Christian Minister and an Imam tackle the thorny question of why believers of different faiths have traditionally condemned each other to Hell. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscrib...

This episode will address the question featured in a recent New York Post article - Where are the Men of Courage? Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 38 picks up our discussions around Artificial Morality from our first spotlight show with Gilbert Hakim. This time, Alex Kolodner will showcase the stunning advances in Applied Artificial Intelligence and how it disrupts how we view the world, interact with it, and manage our lives. As we explore the intersection of AI, Technology, and Religion, we ask ourselves: Are we on a Journey toward...

Tonight's episode is about Authors Alise Cortez and Stratton Horres, who have each utilized their life journey to guide others in the context of Grieving and Growing. Dr. Alise Cortez is the chief purpose officer at Alise Cortez and Associates, a management consulting firm specializing in activating meaning and purpose. She thrives on helping companies, leaders, and individuals across the glob...