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Anabaptist Theological Perspectives

Jerry Eicher

Theology from an Anabaptist perspective.

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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...

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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

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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

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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...

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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

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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

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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

8:15

48th Annual Ministers Week — Sharon Mennonite Bible...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2026/01/03

A brief announcement and encouragement to attend the 48th Annual Ministers Week hosted by Sharon Mennonite Bible Institute, February 16–20. Expect focused teaching on Scripture and ministry, with classes such as Inspiration and Instruction in the Hebrew Scripture (Nathan Zook); Learning Effective Discipleship (Isaac Diemer); Counted Faithful in the Ministry; Reaching Our Local Communities (Marcus Fox); and The Gospel of the Kingdom (Roger Byers). Sessions run in three periods each day, with

27:39

When Mercy Wins: Tolkien, Scripture, and the Power of...

Anabaptist Theological Perspectives ·

2025/12/20

Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives explores the necessity of mercy—especially the practice of allowing another person’s evil to run its course so it may collapse under its own weight—without excusing wrongdoing or de-emphasizing justice.The episode examines James 2:13 and Romans 9:15–16, critiques overly deterministic readings that discard human will, and contrasts mercy with discipline and grit. Eicher uses J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings (Frodo,

41:11

Making Money While You Sleep: Letting God Grow Your...

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2025/12/20

Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspectives explores the surprising spiritual meaning behind the phrase “making money while you sleep,” using Jesus’ parable in Mark 4:26–27 to show how God’s life can grow within us beyond our constant effort. The episode addresses the tension between inner faith and external disciplines—fasting, prayer, life boundaries, and community—and critiques modern tendencies to abandon those externals. Eicher draws on biblical examples (Old Testament walls,

25:34

Does Hell Ever End? Eternal Fires vs Annihilation

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2025/12/14

Host Jerry Eicher of Anabaptist Theological Perspective responds to Kirk Cameron’s announcement that he no longer believes in eternal punishment, exploring biblical texts (e.g., Revelation 14), the atonement, and competing views of hell and annihilation. The episode covers two central proposals: the ‘preservation of the record’ idea for why evil might be maintained in a contained, demonstrable state rather than erased, and deep ontological questions about being, non-being, and whether created wills

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