Michael Rhodes and Marshall Teague

crossRhodes: Reimagining Biblical Politics

Religion EN ↓ 8 episodes

The bible calls us to live as disciples of Jesus in every area of our lives, even politics. But how do we live as faithful political disciples when politics is so often complicated and even toxic? Welcome to Reimagining Biblical Politics, season 1 of the crossRhodes podcast, where Michael Rhodes, Carey Baptist College's Old Testament Lecturer, and his good friend Marshall Teague. immerse themselves in the startling, strange, beautiful and all too often neglected world of biblical politics, as they unpack what God has to say about following Jesus in public life. Want to go deeper? Check out the...

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Michael Rhodes and Marshall Teague

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Is God Really on Our Side? 08.07.2026 29:55

Michael and Marshall wrestle with how the prophets confront injustice and push back against the idea that God simply backs our side in politics.

Worship that restores humanity 01.07.2026 30:00

Michael and Dr. DiAnne Malone explore how the Black church embodies dignity, liberation, and community, revealing how worship reshapes identity and forms Christians for faithful public life.

What’s Worship Got to Do with Politics? 24.06.2026 27:23

Michael and Marshall uncover the surprising political power of the Psalms, showing how worship, prayer, and lament recalibrate our trust and allegiance in a world of competing powers.

The Story of Tarore 17.06.2026 21:00

Michael talks with guest Denise Tims about a powerful story from Aotearoa, exploring how forgiveness and the gospel brought real transformation in a community experiencing painful conflict.

The Politics of Jesus 10.06.2026 25:00

Michael and Marshall unpack Jesus’ “city on a hill,” revealing a bold vision of community where mercy, justice, and love redefine what politics looks like for his followers

Rethinking politics through the Torah 03.06.2026 31:27

Michael and Marshall dive into the Torah, exploring how it shapes a radically just community and offers surprising insights for connecting faith with everyday public and political life.

Is the Gospel Political? 27.05.2026 30:02

Michael and Marshall explore how faith and politics connect, unpacking how Scripture speaks into everyday public life in ways many Christians overlook.

Reimagining Biblical Politics: Coming Soon 26.03.2026 2:00

Biblical scholar Michael Rhodes, alongside his good friend Marshall Teague, introduce themselves and share the story behind this series, inspired by Michael’s book Reimagining Biblical Politics.