Pondering Theologian

Do we perhaps short change the Spirit in how we understand Philippians 4:13? email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website:  https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ; Leave me a voice message:  https://anchor.fm/pondering-theologian-podcast/message Also, if you find value in anything I have covered, consider sharing that episode with...

Today is Good Friday. What does that mean to Christians? What does that mean to you? Scriptural references:    John 19:31-37 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website:  https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ; Leave me a voice message:...

We often on Palm Sunday, think about most other parts of the story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. What if however, we thought a little more about the Donkey? What can we learn from the Donkey? Scriptural references:    Matthew 21:1-11, Zechariah 9:9-13 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com...

In this special combo episode, Dr. Raz of the Talkinpsychwithdrraz podcast, and I sit down and talk about self care practices. Not just eat, shower and sleep, but practices for emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing when national tragedies happen, and to put into practice before then. So come listen, and let us know what you think. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponder...

What would happen, if you lived the example Jesus and the Disciples gave? email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website:  https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ; Leave me a voice message:  https://anchor.fm/pondering-theologian-podcast/message Also, if you find value in anything I have covered, consider sharing that episode with so...

Paul writes that through Jesus Christ, we are children of light. I think there are a couple things we ought to explore if we believe this to be true. Scriptural references:   Ephesians 5:8-14, John 9:1-41 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo...

When we think of Jesus example of wrestling in the wilderness, what can we learn and apply to our faith journeys? Scriptural references:    Luke 4:1-13 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website:  https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com ...

In this episode we explore how we respond when others say things that are insulting to us. What do we say by what we do and say in these instances?  Scriptural references:   1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 Timothy 4:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, 2 Kings 2:23-25, Romans 12:3 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com In...

In this episode I will share a hard story of loss for me, but through it I ask us to ponder what are we putting off till tomorrow, that we can be doing today. Scriptural references:   Ecclesiastes 11:4 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingthe...

In this episode we look at the most well known verse from Micah, as well as ponder what it means to confess our sins. Scriptural references:   1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12, Micah 6:1-8 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Websit...

In this episode I continue my conversation with Dani Postma, about wholistic sustainability, the church and some practical steps as Christians and leaders.  Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpr...

In this episode we welcome back Dani Postma. Dani is a duel enrolled graduate student, working on a masters and doctorate, with a passion for wholistic sustainability and the church. In this two part interview we will talk about what is wholistic sustainability, what is the church and the human role in creation and some practical steps as Christians and leaders. Come listen and let me know what yo...

In this 2nd part of my conversation with Dr. Rasdale, we continue to explore toxic productivity, the difference between busyness and productivity, language, and several other things.  Referenced works: The 40-day Surrender Fast, by Dr. Celeste Owens, The Tao of Pooh, by Benjamin Hoff, Dare to lead: Brave Word, by Brené Brown Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using...

In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Rasdale of Talkin Psych with Doc Raz! In our conversation we talk about toxic productivity, the difference between busyness and productivity, language, and several other things.  Referenced works:  The 40-day Surrender Fast, by Dr. Celeste Owens, The Tao of Pooh, by Benjamin Hoff, Dare to lead: Brave Word, by Brené Brown Come listen and let me know wh...

History, often controlled by the leaders of a place, (whether country or local school board) and it often leaves something out. What do we do as we build our knowledge and positions of the world? Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website:...

"Come as you are!" This is a statement that is on many a church website, above sanctuaries, said in service and advertisements. Do we actually mean it? Or is there some motivation underneath? Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: http...

I have heard many times, that the evil is in secular music. I disagree, but I think there is some nuance to that position. So come listen and let me know what you think.  Scriptural influences on this episode:   Ephesians 5:19, Hebrews 2:12, Psalms 71:23, Psalm 105:2 Some songs to ponder: Hush , by Hellyeah; Written in the stars , by Tinie Tempah; One More Light , by Linkin Park; Burn ,...

How salty are you? Though in popular culture this refers to something different, I am curious how much you consider the reality that Jesus said we are the salt of the earth? Scriptural references: Matthew 5:13-20 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponder...

There has been a movement to ban books, about as long as books have been a thing. Is it something that Christian's should support? Do we ban  Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ;...

Many people, think they are good people. I have often fell into the trap of thinking I am good. But are we, actually good? Not super deeply philosophical I promise. But I wonder, do we overestimate, our goodness? Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponder...

Violence, many people practice and prepare for violence in the name of God, or self-defenses, or some other something. Violence is not something Jesus promoted, so I ponder in this episode, is it something that we aught prepare for or engage in?  Scriptural references:   Genesis 1:27, Genesis 6, Matthew 5:38-48, Matthew 26:52-54Hosea 4:2, Jeremiah 22:3, Romans 14:10-13, Hebrews 10:30, 1...

Paul, says in several of his letters, "I give thanks to God for you..." and it is a normal thing. Do we do the same when we think of those people around us?  Scriptural references:  1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11, Genesis 1:27, Galatians 6:1-10, John 21:15-17, Romans 10:5-13, Ephesians 4:32, Philippians 2:4, Matthew 25:40 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out...

I am not a deconstructionist, but I like deconstruction. If you are, or are not familiar with it, come listen and let me know your thoughts.  Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ;...

I am sure many of us are familure with the saying, "love the sinner, hate the sin," It is often used to try to justify interacting with others. Or as an excuse for why one does not actually hate someone. It is however just an unloving statement. Come listen and let me know what you think! Scriptural references:  Matthew 7:1-6, Romans 5, Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reac...

We all have opinions, and we all play a part in the body of Christ. However, these can be highjacked and used against us at times. I think that is absolut rubbish and I have some more thoughts about how to go about that.  Scriptural references:  1 Corinthians 12:12-13 & 27, Romans 12:4-5, Ephesians 4:4 Come listen and let me know what you think. You can reach out using one of the con...