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Voxology

Mike Erre and Tim Stafford

Voxology (Formerly the Vox Podcast with Mike Erre) is a collection of voices that question and discuss our culture"s most relevant topics in relation to Christ and Christianity. We talk LGBTQ, American and church politics, Christian culture"s catastrophic marginalization of the very people Jesus implores us to love and so much more. If you have serious questions about the church"s representation of Jesus, what he has done and the beauty of his work on earth today, join hosts Mike Erre and Tim

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01:04:28

474 - The New Normal: Part One (To Be Human 21)

Voxology ·

2024/09/23

The New Normal: Part One (To Be Human 21). In this conversation, Mike and Tim explore the themes of fear, anxiety, and the role of the church in addressing these issues within society. They discuss a blue-collar perspective on faith, the impact of societal fear on Christian communities, and the need to rethink hierarchies in Christianity. The conversation also delves into the emotional toll of labor and the implications of gender dynamics in the context of the fall. Curses! What do they

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01:06:11

473 - Politics & Potlucks: The Church’s Place in...

Voxology ·

2024/09/16

Politics & Potlucks: The Church’s Place in American Culture. Today, Mike and Tim explore a range of topics from Halloween traditions to the complexities of political theology within the Christian faith. They discuss the cultural implications of figures like Taylor Swift, the significance of community engagement, and the importance of loving one's enemies in a politically charged environment. The conversation delves into the nature of power dynamics, the role of the church in political

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01:00:39

472 - To Be Human - Part Twenty: Snakebitten

Voxology ·

2024/09/09

To Be Human - Part Twenty: Snakebitten. Today, we explore the origin story of the powers in Genesis, focusing on the serpent and the choice between following Yahweh's wisdom or defining good and evil for oneself. We look at the story of Cain and Abel as an example of the ongoing conflict between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. Further, we look at the theme of the serpent and its influence throughout biblical narratives. It begins with the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis,

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01:20:28

471 - To Be Human - Part Nineteen: Union of the Snake

Voxology ·

2024/09/02

To Be Human - Part Nineteen: Union of the Snake. Well, here we go. Today, the identity of the serpent in the Garden of Eden is examined, suggesting that it may represent a spiritual being rather than a literal snake (whaaaaaaat?). Mike and Tim discuss the concept of enmity between the serpent and the woman's seed and explore the idea of seed as both physical descendants and those who image God. We also discuss the conflict between different offspring throughout the book of Genesis, highlighting

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01:07:12

470 - A Violent God? - with Dr. Timothy Gombis

Voxology ·

2024/08/26

A Violent God? Today Mike and Tim are joined by the other Tim to discuss various topics, including Gombis's experience teaching kindergarten, the performance of the Cubs and Giants, and the small issue of violence in the Old Testament. Together, we explore different perspectives on reconciling the violence in the Old Testament with Jesus' teachings in the New Testament. Gombis offers insights into how the Old Testament portrays God's judgment and the role of Israel as His agents, while

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00:58:10

469 - To Be Human - Part Eighteen: In Hiding

Voxology ·

2024/08/19

To Be Human - Part Eighteen: In Hiding. In this conversation, Mike Erre and Timothy John Stafford discuss various topics, including pickleball injuries, Denny's menu items, and their perspectives on death...For real, though, we spend some time on the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis, focusing on the fear of the Lord. We explore the meaning of fear in the context of encountering something beyond human comprehension and the awe and reverence that comes with it. What is the importance of

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01:07:09

468 - To Be Human - Part Seventeen: Snakes on a Plain

Voxology ·

2024/08/12

To Be Human - Part Seventeen: Snakes on a Plain. Today Mike and Tim dive into Genesis 3! There are some interesting themes of wisdom, prudence, and the fall of humanity and the serpent! What is the significance of the serpent's role and the parallel between the serpent and Adam and Eve. They also touch on the problem of evil and the implications of wisdom in the biblical narrative. First, our fearless heroes discuss the concept of salvation and its definition. They explore the idea of salvation

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01:11:05

467 - Outrage Against the Machine

Voxology ·

2024/08/05

Outrage Against the Machine. Hi. Today, Mike and Tim take a dive into the week in outrage, the outrage over that outrage and the outrage about the outrage over the initial outrage... got it? Does anybody read this...? Was it a last supper depiction? Is that blasphemous? Does it matter? They also touch on the boxing controversy that has made everyone online an expert on gender. How can we change the way we approach sensitive conversations and how can we avoid the outrage? First, Mike and Tim look at

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01:20:31

466 - To Be Human - Part Sixteen: Unity in Diversity

Voxology ·

2024/07/29

To Be Human - Part Sixteen: Unity in Diversity. Today, Mike and Tim discuss Genesis Chapter two and the creation of male and female. They explore the concept of the human being solitary and the need for a helper suitable for him. They delve into the meaning of the words 'helper' and 'suitable' and how they have been misunderstood. They also discuss the significance of the deep sleep that Adam falls into and the use of the word 'rib' in the creation of Eve. The conversation

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01:02:33

465 - Love is a Battlefield

Voxology ·

2024/07/22

Love is a Battlefield. Today, we take a break from the To Be Human conversation to talk loving enemies, neighbors and family members with whom you (perhaps vehemently) disagree with. How is love often misunderstood? Love is not just a feeling, but an action. Mike uses the example of loving your neighbor as yourself, which means treating others with the same care and provision that you give to yourself. Mike and Tim also discuss the importance of loving your enemies and not harboring hatred or

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00:53:51

464 - To Be Human - Part Fifteen: Four Rivers Run...

Voxology ·

2024/07/15

To Be Human - Part Fifteen: Four Rivers Run Through It. Today we continue our conversation on what it means to be human. How does the priestly language used for the "Adam" echo through scripture? How do those echoes help us to better understand what is happening in Eden? What about today? In what ways does Jesus actually fulfill scripture, in a non rhetorical sense?First, we asked, you answered! We received so much feedback on how to make the podcast more accessible, shareable and easier

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01:01:43

463 - To Be Human - Part Fourteen: Knowledge of Good...

Voxology ·

2024/07/08

To Be Human - Part Fourteen: Knowledge of Good & Evil. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the trees in the Garden of Eden, specifically the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. They explore the significance of these trees and how they relate to the themes of mortality, eternal life, and moral discernment. Further, our fearless hosts explore the concept of the knowledge of good and evil and the choice to trust God's definition of good and evil or define it for oneself. How is

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00:52:41

462 - To Be Human - Part Thirteen: Dust to Dust

Voxology ·

2024/07/01

462 - To Be Human - Part Thirteen: Dust to Dust. Today, on the Voxology Podcast, Mike and Tim further discuss the creation account in Genesis 1 and 2. They explore the themes of cosmic order, the role of humans as image bearers, and the significance of the Garden of Eden. They also examine the relationship between Genesis 1 and 2, arguing that Genesis 2 is a sequel to Genesis 1, focusing on the creation of the already existing land and the selection of Adam and Eve as representative priests. Mike

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01:10:37

461 - To Be Human - Part Twelve: The Gift of Time

Voxology ·

2024/06/24

To Be Human - Part Twelve: The Gift of Time. Today, Mike and Tim discuss the topic of mandating the Ten Commandments in school classrooms, highlighting the problematic aspects of this idea and the recent incidents of sexual abuse and hypocrisy within the church. Then, we're back in Genesis to pick up the conversation on time and the concept of Sabbath and its significance in the biblical narrative. It emphasizes the idea that Sabbath is not just about taking a day off from work, but about

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01:06:25

460 - To Be Human - Part Eleven: Time After Time

Voxology ·

2024/06/17

To Be Human - Part Eleven: Time After Time. Today, Mike and Tim bring back an old segment, Tim's Troubled Times!, to discuss the challenges of responding to power over within the church. We explore the use of Christian language to baptize political agendas, the rise of Christian nationalism, and the harm caused in the name of Jesus. How do we resist power over in a healthy way and advocate for life without engaging in conflict? We then step back into the book of Genesis to look at the seven day

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00:54:30

459 - The Relationship Between Power, Parenting and...

Voxology ·

2024/06/10

The Relationship Between Power, Parenting and Therapy. Today, Mike and Tim respond to a few listener questions from the past few episodes: First, they read a response to the "therapist vetting questionnaire" from the last episode. What is the role of therapists as mirrors rather than windows, reflecting back the client's thoughts and patterns? In response to another email, does the same questionnaire speak to the importance of finding a therapist who can accept and understand both

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01:13:39

458 - To Be Human - Part Ten: A Divine Partnership

Voxology ·

2024/06/03

To Be Human - Part Ten: A Divine Partnership. Today we cover a range of topics, including the use of titles in the church, the role of apostles, the responsibilities of pastors, and the implications of human action in the world. We look at the concept of image bearers and the divine partnership between God and humans. We challenge the idea that everything that happens is God's will and emphasizes the importance of agency, freedom, and the distinction between outcomes and fruit. We also explore

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01:15:37

457 - To Be Human - Part Nine: Fight The Power

Voxology ·

2024/05/27

To Be Human - Part Nine: Fight The Power. Today, Mike and Tim conclude the topic of power in the church. They reflect on the dangers of power over and the need for leaders to resist it. They also explore the idea of fundamental goodness in humans and the role of hierarchy in the church. Jesus' teachings on power and the misuse of titles are examined, emphasizing the importance of humility and servanthood. The conversation challenges traditional views of power and encourages a more communal and

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01:02:11

456 - To Be Human - Part Eight: The Two Powers

Voxology ·

2024/05/20

To Be Human - Part Eight: The Two Powers. After a couple of weeks of hijinks, we're back to your regular scheduled programming. Today we further explore the misuse of power and the difference between power over and power with or under. What about the idea of entitlement and the need to relinquish rights and privileges for the sake of others? What is the concept of power and its role in the church? What is the difference between power over and power with, and how can the church to embrace power

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00:43:07

455 - Mental Illness & Spiritual Formation - with...

Voxology ·

2024/05/13

Mental Illness & Spiritual Formation. Today, Mike talks with guests Lauren King, Dave Verhaagen and Kevin Dixon about mental health in the Christian environment. You can learn more here: www.southeastpsychnashville.com As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Learn more about the

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