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Anabaptist Theological Perspectives

Jerry Eicher

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31:55

Against the Machine: Reclaiming Humanity Through Faith

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/18

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives examines Paul Kingsnorth’s Against the Machine, focusing on the book’s final chapter and its spiritual warning about technology’s threat to human identity.Topics include the ‘machine’ as a dehumanizing force, the need for divine submission over isolated self-reliance, the Tower of Babel and the role of local identity and nations, why culture wars fail without a living culture, the spiritual necessity of reconnecting with nature, and historical

36:20

Hidden Desires: Women and Submission in Fiction...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/17

Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives examines the cultural and theological tensions between contemporary feminism and traditional Christian teachings about gender, marriage, and sexual desire. Drawing on Genesis 3, pastoral counseling, and popular Christian and secular voices, the episode probes why many women are drawn to narratives of domination in fiction and how that intersects with real-life marital dynamics.Eicher engages with the work of Michael Foster (and his references

22:09

Covering the Glory: Anabaptist Reflections on 1...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/11

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives examines a focused subset of the head-covering debate, centering on 1 Corinthians 11:15 and the idea that a womans long hair is her given "glory." He critiques readings that claim hair itself is the sole covering and argues instead that the covering must hide the hairs glory, which is the textually identifiable concern.Eicher explores the biblical logic and historical practice behind veiling, how the hairs longness creates the glory that must be

43:02

Anabaptist Responses to Sexual Abuse and Feminism

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/11

Host Jerry Eicher explores the intersection of feminism, sexual abuse, and conservative Anabaptist practice, centering recent news about an Amish men’s retreat leader and broader debates within Mennonite and Amish communities. Guests and voices referenced include testimony from Jason Stoll about men’s retreats and spiritual healing, quotes from dating coach Pat Stedman, and discussion of the Sam Shetler arrest; the episode critiques retreat-based suppression of sin, considers the power

6:31

Resurrection in Shadows: A Poetic Easter Reflection

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/05

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives offers a reflective poetic meditation on Christ’s life, suffering, and resurrection. Drawing from the Wednesday crucifixion timeline, the episode explores the fulfillment of prophetic shadows, the humility of Christ’s birth, the depth of his suffering for humanity’s sins, and the transformative joy of resurrection.The episode blends theology and poetic narration, touching on themes of prophecy, incarnation, vicarious suffering,

9:16

Was Jesus Crucified on Wednesday? Reexamining Holy...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/04/03

Host Jerry Eicher walks listeners through an alternative Holy Week timeline that places the crucifixion on Wednesday. Drawing primarily on details from John’s Gospel and selected early church writings, he explores how a Wednesday crucifixion can resolve puzzles around “three days and three nights,” the timing of the women buying and preparing spices, and the occurrence of back-to-back high Sabbaths. Eicher outlines the chronology from Palm Sunday through the arrest, trials,

26:08

A Child's Spiritual Awakening

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/03/23

In this candid episode, Jerry Eicher shares his personal testimony at Oakhill Mennonite spanning Amish childhood, missionary years in Central America, and the lifelong impact of faith. He recounts family dynamics, cultural contrasts within Amish communities, and vivid childhood moments—from snowy errands for kerosene to a haunting experience that led his mother to deep prayer. The episode covers struggles with speech impediment and hyperactivity, episodes of rebellion and guilt, and a profound

26:45

An Anabaptist Take on Technology, AI, and the Self

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/03/21

Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives reflects on Paul Kingsnorth’s Against the Machine and explores how our technologically driven, AI-dominated world undermines human flourishing and spiritual authority. Eicher examines Kingsnorth’s critique of the Reformation’s role in empowering the autonomous self and warns that unchecked technological and social trends threaten the very freedom they promise.The episode covers contemporary examples (including media confusion around the

23:58

Anabaptist Choir Sings Jewish Song: “Taddy My King”...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/03/14

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives highlights a viral performance by a small Calvary Bible School choir in Conoco Rock, Arkansas: a layered, high-quality rendition of Dovid Edel’s 2018 song "Taddy My King." He praises the choir’s excellence and unusual choice to sing a Jewish song in English, and invites listeners to watch and appreciate the music.Using the performance as a springboard, Jerry discusses broader themes: the historic separation of church and state, how

32:15

When Goodness Disappears: Obedience, Sacrifice, and...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/03/07

This episode features Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives reflecting on the theological roots of obedience and sacrifice and why those virtues are eroding in both church and culture. Drawing on the Genesis creation scene, Jerry argues that obedience—our obligation to surround ourselves with Scripture and offer options to God—and sacrificial self-giving are foundational to Christian life. He also identifies three major destructive forces facing the Anabaptist community today: the rise

40:37

The Void, Choice, and the Luciferian Mind

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/02/28

Host Jerry Eicher explores Jonathan Pageau's “Reflections on the Void” and conversations with Jordan Peterson and John Lennox to ask why doing good can be misunderstood and why sacrifice remains central. Guests and references include Jonathan Pageau's (podcast), Peterson and Lennox (conversation), and a critique of themes in King’s North’s Against the Machine.The episode unpacks Genesis 1’s “without form and void,” the Spirit hovering over the waters, and

2:43

Adapting the Heidelberg Catechism for Anabaptist...

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2026/02/15

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives announces an adapted version of the Heidelberg Catechism tailored for Anabaptist readers. He explains the history and structure of the 1563 catechism—its pastoral tone, 52 weekly themes, and focus on guilt, grace, and gratitude—and describes how he revised key points to reflect Anabaptist convictions.The episode covers why there is a need for a catechism-style resource in Anabaptist circles, what changes were made in the adaptation, and how

43:03

Sacrifice, Obedience, Mercy — The Three-Tier Way of...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/02/15

In this sermon-style episode the host continues a deep study on sacrifice, obedience, and mercy as a three-tier pattern running through the Old Testament and into the New. Topics include the tension between faith and works (Paul’s teachings vs. Old Testament practice), the Book of Job and Satan’s challenge about merit, moralism, and how God trains us to love goodness for its own sake. Listeners can expect a close reading of Micah 6:8, reflections on Abraham, Job, and Saul, practical applications

30:44

Dismantling the Age of Reason: Paul Kingsnorth and...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/02/07

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives returns for a third conversation on Paul Kingsnorth's Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity. He examines Kingsnorth’s critique of the Age of Reason and how the rise of modern technologies—has reshaped Western faith, society, and the self.Topics include the Reformation and Martin Luther, the Anabaptist response (Schleitheim), the limits of reason and autonomous interpretation of Scripture, the machine metaphor (surveillance,

33:38

When Works Meet Faith: Anabaptist Roots and Paul’s...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/31

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives explores the tension between Anabaptist practice and Reformed theology, tracing how early Anabaptists returned to Jesus and the Gospels instead of prioritizing Paul. The episode examines Paul’s claim in Titus 3:5, the seeming paradox of “no works” and commands to “work out your salvation,” and how misunderstanding Paul often stems from missing his Old Testament context.Eicher walks listeners through biblical examples (Cain and Abel, King Saul,

33:57

When Christ Is Dethroned: Paul Kingsnorth on the Machine

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/25

Host Jerry Eicher (Baptist Theological Perspectives) discusses Paul Kingsnorth’s Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity in the second session of the "Venture Into" series. Beginning around page 11, Eicher and the episode track Kingsnorth’s core argument about what happens when Christ is removed from the center of Western culture and the sacred order collapses.The episode covers Kingsnorth’s claim that the dethroning of Christ opened a vacuum that was filled by consumer capitalism and the

34:41

Against the Machine: Reclaiming Humanity in a...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/24

Host Jerry Eicher opens a possible series on Paul Kingsnorth’s Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity, offering a close, reflective reading of the book’s major arguments. Eicher frames Kingsnorth’s diagnosis of modern malaise—how reason, technology, and the loss of shared narrative have hollowed out human life—and situates the work within religious and literary contexts. The episode covers Kingsnorth’s key claims: the machine as a growing, impersonal force that flattens human frailty into

29:11

When Politics Penetrates the Pulpit: Anabaptist...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/17

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives examines the recent ICE shooting of protester Renee Good in Minneapolis as a lens into a broader problem: political forces—both left and right—have deeply penetrated the Christian world. Drawing on Russell Moore’s piece on Romans 13 and a critical article about Francis Collins, Eicher traces how mass movements during the Obama and Trump eras altered Christian public witness and when it is legitimate for the church to render moral

40:38

Preparing the Ground: The Hidden Power of Sacrifice

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/11

This episode unpacks Mark 4:26–27 and the Parable of the Soils to explore how 'preparing the ground' relates to biblical sacrifice. Drawing from Old Testament examples—Cain and Abel, Abraham, and Jacob—Jerry Eicher contrasts transactional, contribution-based faith with sacrificial obedience and shows how true spiritual growth often comes without guarantees.Topics covered include the theological tension between works and faith, the nature of sacrifice as giving everything without a

32:25

Israel, Iran and the Unraveling of the Proxies

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/03

Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives offers a solo, concise overview of the current Middle East situation, concentrating on Israel, the Iranian protests, and the collapse of Iran’s regional proxy network (Syria, Lebanon/Hezbollah, Gaza/Hamas, Yemen/Houthi).Jerry reviews recent flashpoints—from the October 7 Hamas attack and Israel’s military tactics to U.S. responses under President Trump—and explains how strategy, technology, and shifting politics have altered the regional

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