Family Discussion https://familydiscussion.podbean.com Conversations about contentious topics that encourage people to disagree well. Co-hosted by Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer. Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:52:00 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2019 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality:Christianity 1440 Conversations about contentious topics that encourage people to disagree well. Co-hosted by Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer. familydiscussion familydiscussion No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/5968169/Family_Discussion_1-01.png Family Discussion https://familydiscussion.podbean.com 144 144 Looking Back at MLK Day Looking Back at MLK Day https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/looking-back-at-mlk-day/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/looking-back-at-mlk-day/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:52:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/22babfe5-7b4e-345f-80d3-31c8fdc3fc09 Lisa and Marcos discuss the controversies surrounding the Martin Luther King Day, share ways to celebrate that honor the Rev. Dr., and remember his legacy together.

]]> Lisa and Marcos discuss the controversies surrounding the Martin Luther King Day, share ways to celebrate that honor the Rev. Dr., and remember his legacy together.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2488 74 full Making Your Bible Reading Plan Making Your Bible Reading Plan https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/making-your-bible-reading-plan/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/making-your-bible-reading-plan/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:02:02 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/94fde0da-d2c1-3991-9393-c0e44947fab2 It's a new year which means many Christians are making a new commitment to read through the Bible in a year! Is this the best way to go about your regular time in Scripture? Lisa and Marcos discuss the pros and cons of Bible reading plans, why regular Bible reading is so important, and how to keep your heart right as you pursue your Bible reading goals for 2023. 

]]> It's a new year which means many Christians are making a new commitment to read through the Bible in a year! Is this the best way to go about your regular time in Scripture? Lisa and Marcos discuss the pros and cons of Bible reading plans, why regular Bible reading is so important, and how to keep your heart right as you pursue your Bible reading goals for 2023. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2443 73 full The War About Christmas The War About Christmas https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-war-about-christmas/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-war-about-christmas/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/c3217607-0ad1-3f3f-9a5f-5370e6b9fb7b Christmas lands on a Sunday this year and Christians are battling over what to do. But the debate about Christmas Day worship has revealed some deeper ecclesiological questions. What is the purpose of the church? Can you really overemphasize evangelism? What if folks are cancelling the wrong service? Lisa and Marcos ask the questions behind the questions in our last episode of 2022. 

]]> Christmas lands on a Sunday this year and Christians are battling over what to do. But the debate about Christmas Day worship has revealed some deeper ecclesiological questions. What is the purpose of the church? Can you really overemphasize evangelism? What if folks are cancelling the wrong service? Lisa and Marcos ask the questions behind the questions in our last episode of 2022. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3016 72 full Rapture Theology? Rapture Theology? https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/rapture-theology/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/rapture-theology/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/04e3c160-80a6-3fb4-80d3-4ac8b5bc5c92 This December, Tabletalk magazine devoted their entire issue to eschatology. Lisa and Marcos reflect on their upbringing in dispensationalism, discuss the importance of correct definitions, and consider how dispensational theology has impacted American Evangelicalism. 

 

Resources to learn more:

 

ARTICLE FROM LISA SPENCER

 

Kingdom Come - Sam Storms

 

Far as the Curse is Found - Michael D Williams

 

The Returning King (ebook) - Verne Poythress

]]> This December, Tabletalk magazine devoted their entire issue to eschatology. Lisa and Marcos reflect on their upbringing in dispensationalism, discuss the importance of correct definitions, and consider how dispensational theology has impacted American Evangelicalism. 

 

Resources to learn more:

 

ARTICLE FROM LISA SPENCER

 

Kingdom Come - Sam Storms

 

Far as the Curse is Found - Michael D Williams

 

The Returning King (ebook) - Verne Poythress

]]> familydiscussion false No 3347 71 full Season Five Premiere! What Do Christian Nationalists Want? Season Five Premiere! What Do Christian Nationalists Want? https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-five-premiere-what-do-christian-nationalists-want/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-five-premiere-what-do-christian-nationalists-want/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/21a3e9c2-8144-3fd7-aa8d-bcb1d9970b45 Family Discussion is back for our Fifth Season! Marcos and Lisa begin by sharing what's different this season, share the fun things they've been doing over the last few months, and then turn their attention to a topic of the day: Christian Nationalism. 

]]> Family Discussion is back for our Fifth Season! Marcos and Lisa begin by sharing what's different this season, share the fun things they've been doing over the last few months, and then turn their attention to a topic of the day: Christian Nationalism. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3330 70 full Season Finale: Loving Faithfully During Pride Month Season Finale: Loving Faithfully During Pride Month https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-loving-faithfully-during-pride-month/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-loving-faithfully-during-pride-month/#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:14:02 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/d1b191a2-bc88-3bd8-9f99-9d1ca4fd6b72 The Summer is here which means it's time for the Family Discussion Season Finale! Lisa and Marcos begin their pivot to Season Five by discussing how Christians can faithfully demonstrate the truth and love of the Gospel during Pride Month. 

]]> The Summer is here which means it's time for the Family Discussion Season Finale! Lisa and Marcos begin their pivot to Season Five by discussing how Christians can faithfully demonstrate the truth and love of the Gospel during Pride Month. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2926 69 full Violence Against the Image of God Violence Against the Image of God https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/violence-against-the-image-of-god/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/violence-against-the-image-of-god/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/2cea141d-5a6a-36b1-b1f8-f431979fbc84 Lisa and Marcos reflect on a violent few weeks. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force Report. 

]]> Lisa and Marcos reflect on a violent few weeks. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force Report. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3331 68 full Men, Women, and Gender Roles Men, Women, and Gender Roles https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/men-women-and-gender-roles/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/men-women-and-gender-roles/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:30:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/3945490e-31d9-334e-8e0b-2d779a187924 It's the dreaded gender role conversation! Lisa and Marcos talk about this controversial subject without the angst. Has God created men and women with specific roles in mind? Our hosts work to disagree well and highlight the necessity of brothers and sisters working together in the body of Christ. 

]]> It's the dreaded gender role conversation! Lisa and Marcos talk about this controversial subject without the angst. Has God created men and women with specific roles in mind? Our hosts work to disagree well and highlight the necessity of brothers and sisters working together in the body of Christ. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2903 67 full Women - Their Calling and Their Challenges w/ Rachel Green Miller Women - Their Calling and Their Challenges w/ Rachel Green Miller https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/women-their-calling-and-their-challenges-w-rachel-green-miller/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/women-their-calling-and-their-challenges-w-rachel-green-miller/#comments Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/cab4b970-d7b0-38f6-96ba-a76651adaa53 After a thoughtful conversation about men last week, Lisa and Marcos turn the spotlight on women. To help with this topic they are joined by Rachel Green Miller, one half of the "Theology Gals" podcast and author of the book "Beyond Authority and Submission: Women and Men in Marriage, Church, and Society". 

]]> After a thoughtful conversation about men last week, Lisa and Marcos turn the spotlight on women. To help with this topic they are joined by Rachel Green Miller, one half of the "Theology Gals" podcast and author of the book "Beyond Authority and Submission: Women and Men in Marriage, Church, and Society". 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3096 66 full Men - Their Calling and Their Challenges w/John Pennylegion Men - Their Calling and Their Challenges w/John Pennylegion https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/men-their-calling-and-their-challenges-wjohn-pennylegion/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/men-their-calling-and-their-challenges-wjohn-pennylegion/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/19a64d02-d8aa-32e5-b177-9c8c6e811102 This week, Lisa and Marcos are joined by John Pennylegion (Penny), the Pastor of Christ the King Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Roanoke, VA...otherwise known as Lisa's pastor! Penny shares his thoughts on the current conversations about manhood and womanhood as well as some specific challenges facing men in our current context. This is a discussion you don't want to miss!

]]> This week, Lisa and Marcos are joined by John Pennylegion (Penny), the Pastor of Christ the King Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Roanoke, VA...otherwise known as Lisa's pastor! Penny shares his thoughts on the current conversations about manhood and womanhood as well as some specific challenges facing men in our current context. This is a discussion you don't want to miss!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2939 65 full The Difficulty of Talking about Sexuality The Difficulty of Talking about Sexuality https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-difficulty-of-talking-about-sexuality/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-difficulty-of-talking-about-sexuality/#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2022 12:25:58 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/3a0eb709-e231-366d-af8a-6f6da4a9608e As Lisa and Marcos continue discussing the impact sin has had on humanity, they turn toward the topic of human sexuality. The hosts begin by sharing why this is a difficult topic to broach well, the confusion surrounding human sexuality, and the sins that need to be addressed. This is the first of many tough conversations about God's design for sexuality and how sin has impacted it. 

]]> As Lisa and Marcos continue discussing the impact sin has had on humanity, they turn toward the topic of human sexuality. The hosts begin by sharing why this is a difficult topic to broach well, the confusion surrounding human sexuality, and the sins that need to be addressed. This is the first of many tough conversations about God's design for sexuality and how sin has impacted it. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2881 64 full Praying for Ukraine Praying for Ukraine https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/praying-for-ukraine/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/praying-for-ukraine/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/d0da86e9-324c-3f41-9cf9-2ab597e7b0b2 In this short episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the recent events in Ukraine, and close with prayers for the embattled country. 

]]> In this short episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the recent events in Ukraine, and close with prayers for the embattled country. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 1541 63 full The Image of God and Valuing Life The Image of God and Valuing Life https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-image-of-god-and-valuing-life/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-image-of-god-and-valuing-life/#comments Tue, 15 Feb 2022 11:06:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/ccd95b5d-a540-3846-9292-f7e2f8062f4c Followers of Jesus have long been working for the promotion and preservation of life. Lisa and Marcos discuss why the doctrine of the image of God is so important as Christians do pro-life work and how the Westminster Larger Catechism helps Christians discuss the topic of abortion with clarity and compassion. 

]]> Followers of Jesus have long been working for the promotion and preservation of life. Lisa and Marcos discuss why the doctrine of the image of God is so important as Christians do pro-life work and how the Westminster Larger Catechism helps Christians discuss the topic of abortion with clarity and compassion. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2579 62 full SPECIAL EPISODE: Talking Deconstruction SPECIAL EPISODE: Talking Deconstruction https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-talking-deconstruction/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-talking-deconstruction/#comments Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:38:05 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/e02c337c-6bfd-3a53-beb6-cd0754d52fad From high profile leaders to Christians in the pews, many are experiencing a phenomenon called "deconstruction". In this special episode, Lisa and Marcos start with their own stories as they work to define deconstruction, consider if that's the best term for what people are going through, and detail the dangers of apostasy. 

]]> From high profile leaders to Christians in the pews, many are experiencing a phenomenon called "deconstruction". In this special episode, Lisa and Marcos start with their own stories as they work to define deconstruction, consider if that's the best term for what people are going through, and detail the dangers of apostasy. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3030 61 full How Sin Effected Ethnic Harmony How Sin Effected Ethnic Harmony https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/how-sin-effected-ethnic-harmony/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/how-sin-effected-ethnic-harmony/#comments Tue, 01 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/1be94c60-110d-3967-81ec-59ca32ddf2fb Where did racism and ethnic strife come from? Is racism unique to the United States? Lisa and Marcos discuss how a robust understanding of the human sin makes sense of ethnic hatred and ask questions about how to move forward in a fallen world. 

]]> Where did racism and ethnic strife come from? Is racism unique to the United States? Lisa and Marcos discuss how a robust understanding of the human sin makes sense of ethnic hatred and ask questions about how to move forward in a fallen world. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2578 60 full The Fall of Humankind The Fall of Humankind https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-fall-of-humankind-1643133047/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-fall-of-humankind-1643133047/#comments Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/1cb4f554-a4bb-3b86-968e-5db9ddc68c9a After weeks spent in Genesis 1-2, Marcos and Lisa discuss the ramifications of sin entering the world in Genesis 3. What happened when humanity fell in the garden, and what are some important implications for the church today?

]]> After weeks spent in Genesis 1-2, Marcos and Lisa discuss the ramifications of sin entering the world in Genesis 3. What happened when humanity fell in the garden, and what are some important implications for the church today?

]]> familydiscussion false No 2462 59 full Sexuality and Gender in the PCA Sexuality and Gender in the PCA https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/sexuality-and-gender-in-the-pca/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/sexuality-and-gender-in-the-pca/#comments Tue, 18 Jan 2022 13:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/13323176-8b88-39ed-aab7-476592ddfcde Special guests Daniel Wells and Jason Little, Teaching Elders in the Presbyterian Church in America, join Lisa and Marcos to comment on the continuing debates around sexuality and gender in their denomination.  

]]> Special guests Daniel Wells and Jason Little, Teaching Elders in the Presbyterian Church in America, join Lisa and Marcos to comment on the continuing debates around sexuality and gender in their denomination.  

]]> familydiscussion false No 3494 58 full God’s Good Design God’s Good Design https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-s-good-design/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-s-good-design/#comments Tue, 11 Jan 2022 04:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/ed281d95-2702-3ded-8c73-3d0770d86e80 After a break for Advent, Lisa and Marcos continue discussing what it means to be human with a look at God's good design for sexuality and gender. 

]]> After a break for Advent, Lisa and Marcos continue discussing what it means to be human with a look at God's good design for sexuality and gender. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3066 57 full The Christian Responsibility for Creation Care The Christian Responsibility for Creation Care https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-christian-responsibility-for-creation-care/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-christian-responsibility-for-creation-care/#comments Tue, 23 Nov 2021 12:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/bea1c7bb-0d92-3459-97fe-8fec24f740cb Climate change and environmental policies have been all over the headlines lately. Marcos and Lisa discuss how the Christian's charge to care for creation might lead us to think about these important conversations, and the tools the Church has to steward creation well. 

]]> Climate change and environmental policies have been all over the headlines lately. Marcos and Lisa discuss how the Christian's charge to care for creation might lead us to think about these important conversations, and the tools the Church has to steward creation well. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3234 56 full The Covenant of Works The Covenant of Works https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-covenant-of-works-1637082602/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-covenant-of-works-1637082602/#comments Tue, 16 Nov 2021 13:10:02 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/6ba9fd7f-9ef2-3bc7-8fc0-dd243689cea7 The Covenant of Works is an important concept in Reformed Theology. How does this doctrine help us think through the work of Jesus and the calling of the church? Lisa and Marcos dive back into Genesis Two, continuing their discussion of anthropology and justice. 

]]> The Covenant of Works is an important concept in Reformed Theology. How does this doctrine help us think through the work of Jesus and the calling of the church? Lisa and Marcos dive back into Genesis Two, continuing their discussion of anthropology and justice. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3082 55 full SPECIAL EPISODE: The Virginia Election, Black Conservatives, and CRT SPECIAL EPISODE: The Virginia Election, Black Conservatives, and CRT https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-the-virginia-election-black-conservatives-and-crt/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-the-virginia-election-black-conservatives-and-crt/#comments Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/9960bb0d-2490-38e5-92fa-05bceb7874ae It's election season again and the Virginia election has our hosts talking! Marcos and Lisa are here with a special episode talking about what went down last week! Are black conservatives somehow betraying the black cause? What role did CRT have in the election and how much of a concern should it be? Listen in to some spirited but loving disagreement brought to the surface by current events. 

]]> It's election season again and the Virginia election has our hosts talking! Marcos and Lisa are here with a special episode talking about what went down last week! Are black conservatives somehow betraying the black cause? What role did CRT have in the election and how much of a concern should it be? Listen in to some spirited but loving disagreement brought to the surface by current events. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3145 54 full The Creation Mandate The Creation Mandate https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-creation-mandate/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-creation-mandate/#comments Tue, 02 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/8a2e891b-8a01-30ca-90c0-317b855d4070 Lisa and Marcos discuss the Creation Mandate, the role of culture building, and why this is an important discussion for churches and Christians. 

]]> Lisa and Marcos discuss the Creation Mandate, the role of culture building, and why this is an important discussion for churches and Christians. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2941 53 full Made in the Image of God Made in the Image of God https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/made-in-the-image-of-god-1635182212/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/made-in-the-image-of-god-1635182212/#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/5765205d-a56b-3845-b124-a4f3fbe7de48 In this week's episode, Lisa and Marcos talk about what it means to be made in the image of God. What are different components of the image of God? How does this impact various relationships in our lives? Why is image such an important doctrine? 

]]> In this week's episode, Lisa and Marcos talk about what it means to be made in the image of God. What are different components of the image of God? How does this impact various relationships in our lives? Why is image such an important doctrine? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2706 52 full A Special Creation A Special Creation https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/a-special-creation/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/a-special-creation/#comments Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:41:44 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/a219492f-1aa8-38ad-b70e-c168aae45187 Lisa and Marcos begin talking about the oft-neglected topic of Anthropology. The conversation begins with a look at human beings being specially created by God and what that means for us today. 

]]> Lisa and Marcos begin talking about the oft-neglected topic of Anthropology. The conversation begins with a look at human beings being specially created by God and what that means for us today. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2334 51 full SEASON 4 PREMIERE! Hard Questions about Rising, Falling, and Everything In Between SEASON 4 PREMIERE! Hard Questions about Rising, Falling, and Everything In Between https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-4-premiere-hard-questions-about-rising-falling-and-everything-in-between/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-4-premiere-hard-questions-about-rising-falling-and-everything-in-between/#comments Tue, 12 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/c23ca948-2ddd-3cbc-820c-f30c3a7eaf17 Family Discussion is back! Before Marcos and Lisa dive back into discussions of ethnicity, justice, and systematic theology, they take a moment to reflect on a popular podcast and the important questions it raises for public Christianity. Get introspective with our hosts and share your thoughts in the comments!

]]> Family Discussion is back! Before Marcos and Lisa dive back into discussions of ethnicity, justice, and systematic theology, they take a moment to reflect on a popular podcast and the important questions it raises for public Christianity. Get introspective with our hosts and share your thoughts in the comments!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2564 50 full BONUS EPISODE! #WhyWeStay BONUS EPISODE! #WhyWeStay https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-whywestay/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-whywestay/#comments Tue, 04 May 2021 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/04e29518-0448-338e-b8f5-c65a4e3b8ee9 Family Discussion is back for a super-sized bonus episode! Lisa and Marcos interview a long-time PCA member and Ruling Elder about the challenges facing people of color in Reformed denominations, and why many have decided to stay rather than leave. This episode adds an important perspective to ongoing race and justice conversations in Reformed and evangelical circles. 

]]> Family Discussion is back for a super-sized bonus episode! Lisa and Marcos interview a long-time PCA member and Ruling Elder about the challenges facing people of color in Reformed denominations, and why many have decided to stay rather than leave. This episode adds an important perspective to ongoing race and justice conversations in Reformed and evangelical circles. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3442 49 full Season Finale! Culture's Impact on Bible Reading Season Finale! Culture's Impact on Bible Reading https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-cultures-impact-on-bible-reading/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-cultures-impact-on-bible-reading/#comments Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/73e07356-b9d1-39ca-9d90-7005d72c560f After a break for Holy Week, Family Discussion is back for their Season 3 Finale! Lisa and Marcos reflect on the year that's passed before considering the impact our cultural blinders have on the right reading of Scripture. We hope you've enjoyed this season, and we'll be back again very soon!

]]> After a break for Holy Week, Family Discussion is back for their Season 3 Finale! Lisa and Marcos reflect on the year that's passed before considering the impact our cultural blinders have on the right reading of Scripture. We hope you've enjoyed this season, and we'll be back again very soon!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2662 48 full The Cultural Contexts of the Biblical Writers The Cultural Contexts of the Biblical Writers https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-cultural-contexts-of-the-biblical-writers/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-cultural-contexts-of-the-biblical-writers/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:39:07 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/3b769688-a7c1-3d22-bf4b-5520f7729e18 In this week's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss why knowing the contexts of the writers of Scripture can help us interpret rightly. Why do these original contexts matter? What can happen when we ignore the context? How does application change when context is considered? 

]]> In this week's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss why knowing the contexts of the writers of Scripture can help us interpret rightly. Why do these original contexts matter? What can happen when we ignore the context? How does application change when context is considered? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2724 47 full The Story of Special Revelation The Story of Special Revelation https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-special-revelation/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-special-revelation/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/82d56ae6-648a-3249-a179-58f3d6b1c381 Lisa and Marcos continue discussing special revelation by asking, "What is the Story of the Bible"? How we read the main story of the Bible can impact how we apply that story to our current context. Listen in to this clarifying discussion.

]]> Lisa and Marcos continue discussing special revelation by asking, "What is the Story of the Bible"? How we read the main story of the Bible can impact how we apply that story to our current context. Listen in to this clarifying discussion.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2723 46 full The Bible as Special Revelation The Bible as Special Revelation https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-bible-as-special-revelation/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-bible-as-special-revelation/#comments Wed, 10 Mar 2021 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/9ca0e55e-6e0f-30ff-a7d1-d600be81b2ba Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic theology and justice by taking a look at the Bible. Does Special Revelation extend beyond the Bible? What does understanding the Bible as Special Revelation mean for us as we wrestle through the issues of today?

]]> Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic theology and justice by taking a look at the Bible. Does Special Revelation extend beyond the Bible? What does understanding the Bible as Special Revelation mean for us as we wrestle through the issues of today?

]]> familydiscussion false No 2649 45 full The Limits of General Revelation The Limits of General Revelation https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-limits-of-general-revelation/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-limits-of-general-revelation/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2021 10:37:37 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/7b840350-68a7-344c-80a7-5ef5bb6e404f Lisa and Marcos use the current CRT controversies as a test case for this question: How do we understand the limits of general revelation when studied apart from Scripture? Are there limits to this knowledge? How do we make sure we stay on track, particularly when controversy erupts in a "common grace field" like sociology? 

]]> Lisa and Marcos use the current CRT controversies as a test case for this question: How do we understand the limits of general revelation when studied apart from Scripture? Are there limits to this knowledge? How do we make sure we stay on track, particularly when controversy erupts in a "common grace field" like sociology? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3112 44 full God's Self-Revelation God's Self-Revelation https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/gods-self-revelation/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/gods-self-revelation/#comments Tue, 23 Feb 2021 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/368b342a-48b1-37bf-a1fe-7109be15e36f This week, Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic categories and take a look at the doctrine of revelation. How does the Self-Revelation of God help us think through social justice issues today? 

]]> This week, Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic categories and take a look at the doctrine of revelation. How does the Self-Revelation of God help us think through social justice issues today? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2276 43 full SPECIAL EPISODE: Ravi, Hillsong, and the Uncertain Future of American Evangelicalism SPECIAL EPISODE: Ravi, Hillsong, and the Uncertain Future of American Evangelicalism https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-ravi-hillsong-and-the-uncertain-future-of-american-evangelicalism/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/special-episode-ravi-hillsong-and-the-uncertain-future-of-american-evangelicalism/#comments Tue, 16 Feb 2021 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/21d3f3be-4051-383c-b1b0-3ef802ac0e6a Lisa and Marcos take a break from their discussions of social justice to address the horrific reports of abuse perpetrated by Ravi Zacharias and the dysfunction at Hillsong Church. Does American Evangelicalism have a future? Pull up a chair for this important Family Discussion. 

]]> Lisa and Marcos take a break from their discussions of social justice to address the horrific reports of abuse perpetrated by Ravi Zacharias and the dysfunction at Hillsong Church. Does American Evangelicalism have a future? Pull up a chair for this important Family Discussion. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2676 42 full God is Just God is Just https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-is-just-1612882375/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-is-just-1612882375/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2021 10:53:16 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/1bbad3c4-9062-30c0-a10f-c93fd9ef6430 Whenever Christians talk about Justice, they need to ask about the Justice of God. What does it mean that God is "Just"? What kinds of justice are in the Bible and how can Christians apply them today? Lisa and Marcos continue their systematic look at contentious issues. 

]]> Whenever Christians talk about Justice, they need to ask about the Justice of God. What does it mean that God is "Just"? What kinds of justice are in the Bible and how can Christians apply them today? Lisa and Marcos continue their systematic look at contentious issues. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2597 41 full God as Creator God as Creator https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-as-creator/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/god-as-creator/#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2021 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/d237cbe9-2c3e-3961-8e43-ffd984c6b1dd Marcos and Lisa continue their discussions of ethnicity and social justice from the lens of systematic theology. How does the doctrine of God as Creator help us understand these current issues?

]]> Marcos and Lisa continue their discussions of ethnicity and social justice from the lens of systematic theology. How does the doctrine of God as Creator help us understand these current issues?

]]> familydiscussion false No 2551 40 full The Trinity and Justice The Trinity and Justice https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-trinity-and-justice/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-trinity-and-justice/#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:35:57 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/c1b4b725-cbff-3600-930c-172e459ad5a4 Marcos and Lisa begin their work of applying Systematic Theology to questions of race, ethnicity, and justice. What does the Doctrine of God, particularly the Doctrine of the Trinity, have to say to these important issues? Dive into these deep waters for a filling conversation!

]]> Marcos and Lisa begin their work of applying Systematic Theology to questions of race, ethnicity, and justice. What does the Doctrine of God, particularly the Doctrine of the Trinity, have to say to these important issues? Dive into these deep waters for a filling conversation!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2676 39 full Systematic Theology and Social Justice Systematic Theology and Social Justice https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/systematic-theology-and-social-justice/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/systematic-theology-and-social-justice/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2021 02:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/41ecb1cf-de63-3cac-a224-d14cb6349ecf Season Three is back! And we're taking a bit of a turn for this second part of the season. Now that we've discussed some of the definitions of race and justice, how might Christians use the categories of systematic theology to move the conversation forward? What is systematic theology anyway? Dive in with Lisa and Marcos for this week's Family Discussion. 

]]> Season Three is back! And we're taking a bit of a turn for this second part of the season. Now that we've discussed some of the definitions of race and justice, how might Christians use the categories of systematic theology to move the conversation forward? What is systematic theology anyway? Dive in with Lisa and Marcos for this week's Family Discussion. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2124 38 full Digital Hirelings Digital Hirelings https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/digital-hirelings/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/digital-hirelings/#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/d731bcd1-7731-381f-ace7-4b6f98465a34 What is a digital hireling and why are they damaging for local churches? In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the distractions and challenges digital hirelings pose, provide tips on how to navigate the many voices clamoring for your attention, and encourage folks into deeper relationships with their local churches. We hope you enjoy this final episode of 2020!

]]> What is a digital hireling and why are they damaging for local churches? In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the distractions and challenges digital hirelings pose, provide tips on how to navigate the many voices clamoring for your attention, and encourage folks into deeper relationships with their local churches. We hope you enjoy this final episode of 2020!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2581 37 full The Church's Role in Culture Change The Church's Role in Culture Change https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-churchs-role-in-culture-change/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-churchs-role-in-culture-change/#comments Tue, 08 Dec 2020 05:31:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/85f2f443-da2e-325e-8ad6-cbca718e2c80 Does the Church have a place in the ongoing quest for culture change? Can the Church go too far (or not far enough) in seeking that change? Should we engage policy or only people? Lisa and Marcos tackle this controversial but important topic. 

]]> Does the Church have a place in the ongoing quest for culture change? Can the Church go too far (or not far enough) in seeking that change? Should we engage policy or only people? Lisa and Marcos tackle this controversial but important topic. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2465 36 full The Goal of Justice Conversations The Goal of Justice Conversations https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-goal-of-justice-conversations/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-goal-of-justice-conversations/#comments Tue, 01 Dec 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/7da91e1e-aa50-3c42-9ba5-dea71f3e9bed Many seem to be confused about the end goal of justice conversations in the church. What are we trying to accomplish? How will we know when we've met our goal? Lisa and Marcos share their hope for these conversations and orient the topics of race and justice toward the primary purposes of the Church.

]]> Many seem to be confused about the end goal of justice conversations in the church. What are we trying to accomplish? How will we know when we've met our goal? Lisa and Marcos share their hope for these conversations and orient the topics of race and justice toward the primary purposes of the Church.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2833 35 full Defining "Race" and "Racism" Defining "Race" and "Racism" https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/defining-race-and-racism/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/defining-race-and-racism/#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/3a6d75e6-b8a7-3e50-854b-1d6492d6bc35 Whenever people have conversations about race and racism, definitions are vital. Lisa and Marcos offer their definitions, discuss why the definitions are important for constructive and edifying conversations, even when Christians disagree about these important issues.

]]> Whenever people have conversations about race and racism, definitions are vital. Lisa and Marcos offer their definitions, discuss why the definitions are important for constructive and edifying conversations, even when Christians disagree about these important issues.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2481 34 full The Role of Lament in the Face of Injustice The Role of Lament in the Face of Injustice https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-lament-in-the-face-of-injustice/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-lament-in-the-face-of-injustice/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/f41b2a25-9fe3-3180-aa28-10e4e4c2b590 Wherever injustice is found, Christians are called to respond with the justice and love of God. Many leaders argued that the first step toward action is lament. What is lament? Is it helpful? How can lament actually perpetuate the problem? Marcos and Lisa explore this biblical construct in today's context.

]]> Wherever injustice is found, Christians are called to respond with the justice and love of God. Many leaders argued that the first step toward action is lament. What is lament? Is it helpful? How can lament actually perpetuate the problem? Marcos and Lisa explore this biblical construct in today's context.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2637 33 full Family Discussion Election Special Family Discussion Election Special https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/family-discussion-election-special/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/family-discussion-election-special/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/9419e505-8104-3da1-9120-5b9ce23d37a6 What a week! The votes are counted and the decision has been made. But how are our hosts reacting? Today, Lisa and Marcos discuss the 2020 election, their concerns, their hopes, and what they desire for the church. This is not an episode you want to miss!

]]> What a week! The votes are counted and the decision has been made. But how are our hosts reacting? Today, Lisa and Marcos discuss the 2020 election, their concerns, their hopes, and what they desire for the church. This is not an episode you want to miss!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2529 32 full How Love Motivates Justice Discussions How Love Motivates Justice Discussions https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/how-love-motivates-justice-discussions/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/how-love-motivates-justice-discussions/#comments Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/8ddac008-8caa-32ea-803a-91ffdaa04e0f Any times issues of race or justice are brought up, love is quickly thrown out the window. Lisa and Marcos discuss how love motivates us to have difficult conversations and helps us have those conversations in Christ-honoring ways.

]]> Any times issues of race or justice are brought up, love is quickly thrown out the window. Lisa and Marcos discuss how love motivates us to have difficult conversations and helps us have those conversations in Christ-honoring ways.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2362 31 full Season Three Premiere! A Foundation for Justice Conversations Season Three Premiere! A Foundation for Justice Conversations https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-three-premiere-a-foundation-for-justice-conversations/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-three-premiere-a-foundation-for-justice-conversations/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/0c2670bf-7da8-39fe-80e3-2d1c41c5a4df Marcos and Lisa are back! And they're going there: it's time to talk about race, ethnicity, and social justice. Season Three is going to be a wild ride! Subscribe, rate, and review as you come on in to this Season's Family Discussion!

]]> Marcos and Lisa are back! And they're going there: it's time to talk about race, ethnicity, and social justice. Season Three is going to be a wild ride! Subscribe, rate, and review as you come on in to this Season's Family Discussion!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2402 30 full SEASON FINALE: The Church Beyond COVID-19 SEASON FINALE: The Church Beyond COVID-19 https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-the-church-beyond-covid-19/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-finale-the-church-beyond-covid-19/#comments Tue, 19 May 2020 01:03:51 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/c6874d9b-82aa-55a3-9744-02ea86cf3a34 In our Season Two Finale, Marcos and Lisa discuss what lessons the church can take from COVID-19 into a post coronavirus world. What innovations should continue on? What perspectives about church have been challenged for the good? What do they hope gets left behind? This is a challenging but important way to finish Season Two. Until next time!

]]> In our Season Two Finale, Marcos and Lisa discuss what lessons the church can take from COVID-19 into a post coronavirus world. What innovations should continue on? What perspectives about church have been challenged for the good? What do they hope gets left behind? This is a challenging but important way to finish Season Two. Until next time!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2903 29 full A Family West Wing Discussion A Family West Wing Discussion https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/a-family-west-wing-discussion/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/a-family-west-wing-discussion/#comments Tue, 12 May 2020 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/788b6b9c-3c09-57ad-a32d-4b04ef94bcf8 Lisa and Marcos decide to take a break from discussing the pandemic and turn to one of their favorite pastimes: Watching the West Wing. Your hosts share their favorite moments and characters, explore the politics of the show, and discuss the way creator Aaron Sorkin handles religion. It's a fun break that we all need. Enjoy!

]]> Lisa and Marcos decide to take a break from discussing the pandemic and turn to one of their favorite pastimes: Watching the West Wing. Your hosts share their favorite moments and characters, explore the politics of the show, and discuss the way creator Aaron Sorkin handles religion. It's a fun break that we all need. Enjoy!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2341 28 full To Open or Not To Open To Open or Not To Open https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/to-open-or-not-to-open/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/to-open-or-not-to-open/#comments Tue, 05 May 2020 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/99d0cd36-acaf-5825-ad06-9dc0d5407668 In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the tendency to find scapegoats as elected officials weigh the serious challenges of opening the economy against the importance of preserving life. A helpful conversation where there is disagreement, yet still love.

]]> In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the tendency to find scapegoats as elected officials weigh the serious challenges of opening the economy against the importance of preserving life. A helpful conversation where there is disagreement, yet still love.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2570 27 full The Global Impact of COVID-19 w/ Dr. Anthony Bradley The Global Impact of COVID-19 w/ Dr. Anthony Bradley https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-global-impact-of-covid-19-w-dr-anthony-bradley/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-global-impact-of-covid-19-w-dr-anthony-bradley/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:25:05 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/fc9ac760-9747-5eae-8ba0-1bf9f10b1fbe It's a special day at the Family Discussion Podcast! Lisa and Marcos welcome guest Dr. Anthony Bradley to discuss the global impact of COVID-19, covering questions about economics, holistic wellness, and global mission work. This is a fascinating conversation that you don't want to miss!

]]> It's a special day at the Family Discussion Podcast! Lisa and Marcos welcome guest Dr. Anthony Bradley to discuss the global impact of COVID-19, covering questions about economics, holistic wellness, and global mission work. This is a fascinating conversation that you don't want to miss!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2453 26 full The COVID Spotlight The COVID Spotlight https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-covid-spotlight/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/the-covid-spotlight/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2020 13:00:15 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/49cc1125-c13d-52b8-9ea3-cb746255c103 A few weeks ago, Dr. Anthony Fauci remarked that COVID-19 was shining a spotlight on societal problems that already existed before the pandemic. Lisa and Marcos reflect on what they've seen "spotlighted", both negative and positive. 

]]> A few weeks ago, Dr. Anthony Fauci remarked that COVID-19 was shining a spotlight on societal problems that already existed before the pandemic. Lisa and Marcos reflect on what they've seen "spotlighted", both negative and positive. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2462 25 full Struggling Through a Pandemic Struggling Through a Pandemic https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/struggling-through-a-pandemic/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/struggling-through-a-pandemic/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2020 01:05:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/4b2148d0-1ef8-5d84-aeb0-cabde826ab85 In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos share how they're doing as the world struggles through the COVID-19 pandemic. Lisa explains how being kept from church leads to a sense of loss, while Marcos discusses the challenges of pastoring a flock while not being able to be with them. Settle in for this honest yet encouraging conversation! 

]]> In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos share how they're doing as the world struggles through the COVID-19 pandemic. Lisa explains how being kept from church leads to a sense of loss, while Marcos discusses the challenges of pastoring a flock while not being able to be with them. Settle in for this honest yet encouraging conversation! 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2676 24 full COVID-19 and Maintaining Our Humanity COVID-19 and Maintaining Our Humanity https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/covid-19-and-maintaining-our-humanity/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/covid-19-and-maintaining-our-humanity/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2020 11:43:33 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/76acb395-c73f-5e29-899e-1882ec0149ce The Coronavirus has upended all of our lives and plans, even the plans for Season Two! In this episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the importance of retaining our humanity in the face of racism, hoarding, and a lack of community. Listen in as your hosts wrestle with this new reality!

]]> The Coronavirus has upended all of our lives and plans, even the plans for Season Two! In this episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the importance of retaining our humanity in the face of racism, hoarding, and a lack of community. Listen in as your hosts wrestle with this new reality!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2461 23 full Protecting the Vulnerable Protecting the Vulnerable https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/protecting-the-vulnerable/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/protecting-the-vulnerable/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2020 01:30:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/4338bba2-bfde-58c9-88ca-a8c8014a5980 As coronavirus continues its global assault, Lisa and Marcos discuss the importance of protecting vulnerable populations. How do we care for the elderly without ignoring important economic questions? How might the government best address this pandemic in a way that protects life? Lisa and Marcos discuss these difficult questions and more on this important episode.

]]> As coronavirus continues its global assault, Lisa and Marcos discuss the importance of protecting vulnerable populations. How do we care for the elderly without ignoring important economic questions? How might the government best address this pandemic in a way that protects life? Lisa and Marcos discuss these difficult questions and more on this important episode.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2486 22 full Protecting and Promoting Life Protecting and Promoting Life https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/february-20-1584561266/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/february-20-1584561266/#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2020 01:00:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/652f3732-de97-54f5-a2b0-2848a315457e In this episode, Marcos and Lisa discuss how their biblical and political convictions help them think through matters pertaining to life, particularly the hot-button issue of abortion. This one is sure to get folks talking!

]]> In this episode, Marcos and Lisa discuss how their biblical and political convictions help them think through matters pertaining to life, particularly the hot-button issue of abortion. This one is sure to get folks talking!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2442 20 full Coronavirus Coronavirus https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-5-the-coronavirus/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-5-the-coronavirus/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:20:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/9bd3381a-ebc4-5247-a458-6cb761baa316 Lisa and Marcos discuss the latest about the coronavirus. Why has response to the virus broken along partisan lines? How can churches respond well to this disruption and how should Christians love their neighbors well over the next few weeks?

]]> Lisa and Marcos discuss the latest about the coronavirus. Why has response to the virus broken along partisan lines? How can churches respond well to this disruption and how should Christians love their neighbors well over the next few weeks?

]]> familydiscussion false No 2452 19 full Religious Liberty Religious Liberty https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-4-1582005406/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-4-1582005406/#comments Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/59217e1d-fee7-544e-8557-8fc9738ae2e6 What do we mean when we say "religious liberty"? Is this liberty for all religions? Is the conviction a cover for Christian exaltation? How does the First Amendment play into this conversation? Why do many Christians hold religious liberty as one of their most cherished American rights? Lisa and Marcos dive into this discussion in order to better understand different perspectives on this important political issue.

]]> What do we mean when we say "religious liberty"? Is this liberty for all religions? Is the conviction a cover for Christian exaltation? How does the First Amendment play into this conversation? Why do many Christians hold religious liberty as one of their most cherished American rights? Lisa and Marcos dive into this discussion in order to better understand different perspectives on this important political issue.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2478 18 full Biblical Foundations for Political Paradigms Part 2 Biblical Foundations for Political Paradigms Part 2 https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-3-1582005225/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-3-1582005225/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/8794b31b-79a2-5450-88a2-e42fda892036 This week, Lisa and Marcos continue laying out biblical foundations for politics. Marcos shares the biblical grid he uses as he approaches various political topics. What is the overarching ethic that might lead a Christian in a more progressive direction? What about some of the specific issues? And why would a Christian ever be a registered Democrat? 

]]> This week, Lisa and Marcos continue laying out biblical foundations for politics. Marcos shares the biblical grid he uses as he approaches various political topics. What is the overarching ethic that might lead a Christian in a more progressive direction? What about some of the specific issues? And why would a Christian ever be a registered Democrat? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2680 17 full Biblical Foundations for Political Paradigms Part 1 Biblical Foundations for Political Paradigms Part 1 https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-2-1582004449/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-2-1582004449/#comments Tue, 25 Feb 2020 01:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/cf4ca36f-fe8b-558a-9e65-a2aea1b8d2bb This week, Lisa Spencer shares the biblical convictions that form her political positions. Why is religious liberty so important? What about issues of life? What is the conservative approach to caring for vulnerable populations? Lisa addresses this question and more. 

]]> This week, Lisa Spencer shares the biblical convictions that form her political positions. Why is religious liberty so important? What about issues of life? What is the conservative approach to caring for vulnerable populations? Lisa addresses this question and more. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2652 16 full Season Premiere: Let's Talk Politics! Season Premiere: Let's Talk Politics! https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-1582004191/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-1582004191/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/cb89b690-485d-5a56-97e5-e970f0225566 Season Two Premiere! To kick off the new season, Lisa and Marcos introduce the theme of the upcoming episodes: politics! How do Christians talk about these difficult issues, especially when they disagree? Are there ground rules? Is there a particular way to vote? Does Christian political discourse look different than the political discourse of the world? Lisa and Marcos discuss these questions and more in the first episode of this season of Family Discussion!

]]> Season Two Premiere! To kick off the new season, Lisa and Marcos introduce the theme of the upcoming episodes: politics! How do Christians talk about these difficult issues, especially when they disagree? Are there ground rules? Is there a particular way to vote? Does Christian political discourse look different than the political discourse of the world? Lisa and Marcos discuss these questions and more in the first episode of this season of Family Discussion!

]]> familydiscussion false No 2997 15 full Interview: The Global Church w/ Karen Ellis Interview: The Global Church w/ Karen Ellis https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/karen-ellis/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/karen-ellis/#comments Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/karen-ellis-09035c50ba95f283c92d12d8d705f59d In the Season One Finale, Lisa and Marcos welcome Karen Ellis to the show to discuss the importance of the global church and what we can learn from brothers and sisters around the world. Also, listen for an exciting announcement about happenings at Reformed Theological Seminary! 

]]> In the Season One Finale, Lisa and Marcos welcome Karen Ellis to the show to discuss the importance of the global church and what we can learn from brothers and sisters around the world. Also, listen for an exciting announcement about happenings at Reformed Theological Seminary! 

]]> familydiscussion false No 3216 14 full The Local Church The Local Church https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-11-1574107984/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-11-1574107984/#comments Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-11-1574107984-78a5df41bea744a348499f11b8432149 In this episode, Marcos and Lisa discuss the primacy of the local church when discussing contentious issues in the Christian world.

]]> In this episode, Marcos and Lisa discuss the primacy of the local church when discussing contentious issues in the Christian world.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2899 13 full Interview: Women in Theological Conversation with Rachel Green Miller Interview: Women in Theological Conversation with Rachel Green Miller https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rachel-green-miller/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rachel-green-miller/#comments Tue, 12 Nov 2019 01:30:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/interview-with-rachel-green-miller-96d94def4699f784ccef6f72bcd4c35f Rachel Green Miller, author of "Beyond Authority and Submission: Woman and Men in Marriage, Church, and Society" and co-host of the "Theology Gals" podcast, joins Marcos and Lisa to discuss the challenges women face when they engage in theological discussion and biblical scholarship.

]]> Rachel Green Miller, author of "Beyond Authority and Submission: Woman and Men in Marriage, Church, and Society" and co-host of the "Theology Gals" podcast, joins Marcos and Lisa to discuss the challenges women face when they engage in theological discussion and biblical scholarship.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2762 12 full The Spirituality of the Church Redux The Spirituality of the Church Redux https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-9-1572902265/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-9-1572902265/#comments Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:01:00 -0400 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-9-1572902265-a623aa74aaa32a55196737ee48bafa04 Lisa and Marcos reflect on last week's discussion about the Spirituality of the Church. When is it appropriate to invoke the doctrine? How is abuse of the doctrine avoided? 

]]> Lisa and Marcos reflect on last week's discussion about the Spirituality of the Church. When is it appropriate to invoke the doctrine? How is abuse of the doctrine avoided? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2878 11 full Interview: The Spirituality of the Church with Sean Michael Lucas Interview: The Spirituality of the Church with Sean Michael Lucas https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-8-1572286604/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-8-1572286604/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-8-1572286604-a1d4d8ff6995ead00369ce935a92719a Sean Michael Lucas is the first ever guest on Family Discussion! Listen in as Sean educates Marcos and Lisa on the doctrine called the Spirituality of the Church, explains ways it has been abused in the past, and looks toward a more consistent application of the doctrine. 

]]> Sean Michael Lucas is the first ever guest on Family Discussion! Listen in as Sean educates Marcos and Lisa on the doctrine called the Spirituality of the Church, explains ways it has been abused in the past, and looks toward a more consistent application of the doctrine. 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2138 10 full Sola vs. Solo Scriptura Sola vs. Solo Scriptura https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-7-1571112596/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-7-1571112596/#comments Tue, 22 Oct 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-7-1571112596-ac731c09eb9dbbad974cbe8d07869a3e What is the protestant doctrine of Sola Scriptura? How does it differ from Solo Scriptura? And how does this distinction help us to speak about contentious issues from the right perspective? Listen as Lisa and Marcos dive in.

]]> What is the protestant doctrine of Sola Scriptura? How does it differ from Solo Scriptura? And how does this distinction help us to speak about contentious issues from the right perspective? Listen as Lisa and Marcos dive in.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2507 9 full Common Grace Common Grace https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-6-common-grace/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-6-common-grace/#comments Tue, 15 Oct 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-6-common-grace-6fa401418cb5ae8e41d5b485aa43c74a In this episode, Lisa and Marcos talk about common grace and how different approaches to the doctrine could lead to different perspectives on social issues.

]]> In this episode, Lisa and Marcos talk about common grace and how different approaches to the doctrine could lead to different perspectives on social issues.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2265 8 full False Gospels False Gospels https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-4-1568652552/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-4-1568652552/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-4-1568652552-59cf6eef796db5dfec823e057fcec6e2 Lisa and Marcos discuss versions of the "Gospel" that veer outside Christian orthodoxy. From well-known false gospels to more subtle constructs, false gospels be subtly working their way into the church?

]]> Lisa and Marcos discuss versions of the "Gospel" that veer outside Christian orthodoxy. From well-known false gospels to more subtle constructs, false gospels be subtly working their way into the church?

]]> familydiscussion false No 3016 6 full Kanye and Relevant Kanye and Relevant https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-7-1569902082/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-7-1569902082/#comments Tue, 01 Oct 2019 01:20:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-7-1569902082-60e0cff9940b3e77e594d88c0d04a7c1 A Current Events Episode: What does the response to Kanye West have in common with the shakeup at Relevant? Lisa and Marcos Discuss. Note: This episode was recorded before Relevant's CEO took a sabbatical in response to the controversy.

]]> A Current Events Episode: What does the response to Kanye West have in common with the shakeup at Relevant? Lisa and Marcos Discuss. Note: This episode was recorded before Relevant's CEO took a sabbatical in response to the controversy.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2479 7 full What is the Gospel? What is the Gospel? https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-3-1568652497/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-3-1568652497/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-3-1568652497-38b57cacea10e362e61d0211d37870fe Is the Gospel narrow? Is it broad? Are the two options mutually exclusive? Marcos and Lisa find that though they disagree on the parameters of the Gospel, there is much they actually agree on.

]]> Is the Gospel narrow? Is it broad? Are the two options mutually exclusive? Marcos and Lisa find that though they disagree on the parameters of the Gospel, there is much they actually agree on.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2300 5 full The State of Christian Discourse The State of Christian Discourse https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-2-1568652449/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-2-1568652449/#comments Tue, 17 Sep 2019 01:01:00 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-2-1568652449-ab9c5724d862653bbd664c3121182a45 Why are Christians struggling to disagree well? What are some of the reasons that keep Christians from finding common ground? Lisa and Marcos explore.

]]> Why are Christians struggling to disagree well? What are some of the reasons that keep Christians from finding common ground? Lisa and Marcos explore.

]]> familydiscussion false No 2037 4 full What is Family Discussion? What is Family Discussion? https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-1-what-is-family-discussion/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-1-what-is-family-discussion/#comments Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:53:42 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-1-what-is-family-discussion-aed03a418390892fad9d7baa78cc6351 The first official episode! Why does Family Discussion exist? What are we trying to accomplish? What are the rules of engagement? 

]]> The first official episode! Why does Family Discussion exist? What are we trying to accomplish? What are the rules of engagement? 

]]> familydiscussion false No 2192 3 full Preview Episode: Meet the Hosts Preview Episode: Meet the Hosts https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-0-introduction-1567702317/ https://familydiscussion.podbean.com/e/episode-0-introduction-1567702317/#comments Thu, 05 Sep 2019 12:51:57 -0300 familydiscussion.podbean.com/episode-0-introduction-1567702317-9be56bb0726a9009af8923b179a2ad39 Get to know your hosts, Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer!

]]> Get to know your hosts, Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer!

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