Pondering Theologian

In this episode I ponder a meaning behind the parable of the shrewd/dishonest manager. Parables are multifaceted, so there is usually lot of meanings. this parable I think is underappreciated. So come along, listen and let me know what you think. Scriptural references: Luke 16:1-13, 1 timothy 2:1-7 You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @...

Come along for more ponderings, I share some thoughts around questions. What questions do we ask, how do we ask, why do we ask? All sorts of ponderings.  Let me know what you think and how world events shape you and your faith and interactions with the world. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter:...

In this episode I examine the title question, are we roots or chaff? This comes from two main scriptures and the hope is that we can see a little more clearly what it means to become disciples. Come listen and let me know what you think! Scriptural references| Main: Psalm 1, Luke 14:25-33. Secondary: Matthew 10:34-39, Luke 10:1-12, Mark 1:16-20, John 4:4-14 You can reach out using one of the conta...

Come along for more ponderings from my truck! I was driving and had several thoughts in retrospection on September 11th, and how I process it in my life. Let me know what you think and how world events shape you and your faith and interactions with the world. You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @pon...

In this episode I explore the phrase, "the devil's advocate" and the important place I think it has in society. Historically, it had an important part and I think would benefit us today to reinvigorate its usage.  Come listen and let me know what you think! Scriptural references: Amos 8:4-7, Psalm 113, Matthew 25 & 28 You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheo...

In this episode I explore a problem with humanity. Are we good? Do we got this? Should we just get on with business and ignore all the need, pain and things that need to be addressed around us?!?!?! (That would actually take several episodes) Come listen and let me know what you think! Scriptural references: Amos 8:4-7, Psalm 113, Matthew 25 & 28 You can reach out using one of the contacts bel...

In this episode I ponder about what it means to be faithful imitators of Christ.  Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com Also, if you find value in anything I have covered, consider sharing that episode with some...

In this short episode, I give a couple pondered thoughts on the ever popular and quoted "in the world not of the world". Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com Also, if you find value in anything I have covered, consi...

In this episode is the final instalment of my conversation with my friend Mat, who is a teacher in the Midwest of the United States. We continue our conversation around the role history plays in our perception and our even our faith. We end with some thoughts around the change that is called for in the world and whos job is it to do that. Come along and let me know what you think, what questions d...

In this episode I continue my conversation with my friend Mat, who is a teacher in the Midwest of the United States. We continue our conversation around the role history plays in our perception and our even our faith. Come along and let me know what you think, what questions do you have, is there something you disagree with?  Let me know what you think, and let me know what kind of questions...

In this episode I sit down with a good friend Mat, who is a really awesome Teacher and great advocate for history and the importance it plays in our lives as citizens of the world, but as Christians. As Mat is an American educator living in the Midwest, we mostly focus on history around America, but we do venture into some wider contexts. We break all the rules for conversations though, we talk ab...

In this episode, I am pondering and sharing some raw thoughts around the idea and phraseology of, "Back in my day!" Often Christians will look at ministry, outreach, mission and the like, through the lens of how we've done it before. While this can be a useful tool, it can often get bogged down in idealizing the past, and that can do harm to our discipleship and development as humans, Christians a...

In this episode we examine a parable Jesus shared in Luke 16 and ask the question, what will convince us to follow the scriptures, to follow the example of the living Word, that is Jesus Christ as laid out in the Written Word? Scriptural references: Luke 16:19-31, Acts 4:32-36, Matthew 25 & 28 As always, I want to hear from you! Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts b...

 In this episode I am pondering some ideas around freedom and freewill and the general "free" iterations of humanity and theology. This is a thought session from a road trip, so I apologize for the background noise. But come along, hear my raw process of trying to think out and connect dots and let me know what you think! You can reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologia...

In this episode I look at the question, will there be animals in heaven? or the more important for many, will my pet be in heaven.  Follow along and let me know what thoughts and questions you have by reaching out with the contacts info below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com...

In this episode we play a little thought experiment to go back into time around the disciples. We then will look at our actions, and then look to see what happens when we welcome God into our lives. Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 11:18-20, Psalm 54, James 3:13-4:3, 7-8, Mark 9:30-37 Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagr...

In this episode, we reflect on a passage from Song of Songs, the salacious book for many Christians. I believe, it asks us a very different question than what some might think. Listen though, and let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. Scriptural references: Song of Songs 4:9-6:1 email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @po...

In this episode I want to look at three things that can happen in our lives as Christians if we are not mindful. In that is also some suggestions and changes I propose to our definitions and thinking patterns in this chaotic thing called life.  Scriptural references: Jeremiah 29:12, Ephesians 1:18, 6:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18,  James 2:26, Hebrews 10:24, Philippians 2:13, Romans 10:17,...

In this episode we continue the conversation with my good friend and fellow seminarian Dani Postma. Again, lots of questions, lots of chuckles, and some pondering, come check it out. Dani mentions and recommends the checking out:, Julian of Norwich, Walter Brueggemann, Barbara Brown Taylor, and Sandra Van Opstal. Let me know what you think, and let me know what kind of questions you would like to...

In this episode I sit down with my good friend and fellow seminarian Dani Postma, to ask some questions about her experiences in life, faith and what the process is like for someone in higher education. Lots of questions and lots of chuckles, come check it out.  Dani mentions and recommends the book, Refugia Faith: Seeking Hidden Shelters, Ordinary Wonders, and the Healing of the Earth, by De...

We explore the question, can you hear God calling? Not all call stories are dramatic, not all callings by God are loud, but we are all called into relationship and to some lifestyle with God.  Scriptural references: 1 Samuel 3:1-10,John 1:43-51, Psalm 139  Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheo...

In this episode we look at Harmony, unity and doubt, what are the effects of this on our lives, our faith and our world when we are lacking in harmony, and unity, and when doubt does not lead to deeper questions and understanding.  Scriptural references: Acts 4:32-35, Psalm 133, 1 John 1:1-2, John 20:19-31, Romans 12:18 Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. em...

In this short episode I just share a thought or two and ask you to ponder a question as America celebrates the 4th of July. Let me know what you think, reach out using one of the contacts below. email: ponderingtheologian@gmail.com Instagram: @ponderingtheologianpodcast Twitter: @ponderingtheo Website: https://ponderingtheologian.wordpress.com  ; Also, if you find value in anything I have cov...

In this episode we continue the conversation with Jerusha Van Camp! If you haven't yet, go listen to the first and second parts. Jerusha is an LGBTQIA+ advocate, a powerhouse of a person and an fantastic voice for Christ in this world. Jerusha is a fellow Seminarian and amazing human, and we sat down and started a conversation about life and advocacy in this time of life. Follow along and let me k...

In this episode we continue the conversation with Jerusha Van Camp. If you haven't yet, go listen to the first part. Jerusha is an LGBTQIA+ advocate, a powerhouse of a person and an fantastic voice for Christ in this world. Jerusha is a fellow Seminarian and amazing human, and we sat down and started a conversation about life and advocacy in this time of life. Follow along and let me know what tho...