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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems

    This show is an invitation to build bridges between the first century world of the earliest Christ-followers into the twenty-first century reality we now inhabit. The Jesus we excavate from the rubble of tradition might just surprise us all.
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    Episodes (134)

    Jesus Politics #7 - Citizenship, part 1 [EP-113]

    Jesus Politics #7 - Citizenship, part 1 [EP-113]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.

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    Jesus Politics #6 - Speak Truth. Be Truth. (Scripture) [EP-112]

    Jesus Politics #6 - Speak Truth. Be Truth. (Scripture) [EP-112]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.

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    1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments!

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    Jesus Politics #5 - Speak Truth. Be Truth. (Racism and Retribution) [EP-111]

    Jesus Politics #5 - Speak Truth. Be Truth. (Racism and Retribution) [EP-111]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.

    In this episode, Kurt and Tony look at the justice system and how it emphasizes retribution rather than restoration. They also discuss systemic racism. 

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    Scot McKnight on Toxic Churches and Goodness Cultures [EP-110]

    Scot McKnight on Toxic Churches and Goodness Cultures [EP-110]

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    Scot McKnight joins Kurt Willems to discuss a book he co-authored with his daughter, Laura Barringer, called: A Church Called Tov - Forming a Goodness Culture that Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing. This book comes as a response to the abuses that came to light about Willow Creek. The conversation is rich. 

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    Every Book by Brian Zahnd Ever ... During a Pandemic [EP-109]

    Every Book by Brian Zahnd Ever ... During a Pandemic [EP-109]

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    Kurt chats with Brian Zahnd about every single book he has written to date ... and the new book he's secretly working on. Check out BZ at BrianZand.com

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    Love Matters More than "Truth" w: Jared Byas [EP-108]

    Love Matters More than "Truth" w: Jared Byas [EP-108]

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    Kurt chats with Jared Byas about his new book, Love Matters More. Love, not "truth" is what matters as we seek to follow Jesus, Jared persuasively argues. Listen along!

    Get the book here: https://amzn.to/3duPU5D 

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    Jesus Politics #4 - "Pulling a Judas" with the Devil [EP-107]

    Jesus Politics #4 - "Pulling a Judas" with the Devil [EP-107]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.

    In this episode, Kurt and Tony explore Jesus' temptation in the desert to have the power of the kingdoms of this world and Judas' betrayal from God's kingdom to those kingdoms. How did Jesus respond? As a servant-King. He models 'power under' rather than the power of the sword. The church in the USA often misses the mark in this regard. Judas betrays Jesus just like we betray his call to engage in politics in a radically different way.

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    Jesus Politics #3 - Dominion Done Badly [EP-106]

    Jesus Politics #3 - Dominion Done Badly [EP-106]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.  

    GIVE THE SHOW SOME LOVE

    1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments!

    2) Also, please consider hitting up Theology Curator’s online tip-jar through Patreon (think Kickstarter for ongoing content creators). For $5 per month, or more, you can make a direct impact on this show. Financial partners like you really do make this all possible! Through Patreon, you make a tangible difference in this show’s sustainability and quality!

    Jesus Politics #2 - You Might Be a Christian Nationalist If [EP-105]

    Jesus Politics #2 - You Might Be a Christian Nationalist If [EP-105]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.  

    GIVE THE SHOW SOME LOVE

    1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments!

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    Jesus Politics #1 - Allegiance [EP-104]

    Jesus Politics #1 - Allegiance [EP-104]

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    Jesus Politics is a series of teachings and reflections from Kurt Willems leading up to the election. Each teaching is followed up by a conversation between Kurt and Tony Scarcello. This series explores topics such as: allegiance, nationalism, kingdom of God, dominion and stewardship, Revelation and 'end times,' citizenship, creation care, war, and much more.  

    GIVE THE SHOW SOME LOVE

    1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments!

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    Beginner's Guide to the New Testament w/ Nijay Gupta [EP-103]

    Beginner's Guide to the New Testament w/ Nijay Gupta [EP-103]

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    Kurt Willems welcomes Nijay Gupta back to the show. They talk about his book, Beginner's Guide to the New Testament and about theology in general.

    The New Testament has several issues that are considered key debates. Some of these include: the synoptic problem, the historical Jesus, Paul and the Law, the book of Revelation, women and leadership, and so many others. His book covers these and several others. We are able to discuss a few of them in this interview as well. A great conversation! 

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    The Bible #6 - Church gets a Sword ... and a Bible [EP-102]

    The Bible #6 - Church gets a Sword ... and a Bible [EP-102]

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    Welcome to a series called, The Bible. This series is both podcast and newsletter based. For the newsletter version go to https://TheologyCurator.com/newsletter. Subscribe there and get every text-based version of this ongoing series as they release.

    Series: The Bible is a confusing book, without a doubt. There are simple truths that can be easily distilled from the New Testament (God is love, Jesus died to heal the world, we can know God through the Spirit, etc.), but it is ultimately a book that came into being 2,000+ years ago. This series explores the "why," "what," and "how" questions about the Scriptures. This isn’t so we can become filled with more information alone, but so that we can step into our own unique place in the story of God.

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 29, 2020

    Deconstruct and Regenerate w/ Tony Scarcello [EP-101]

    Deconstruct and Regenerate w/ Tony Scarcello [EP-101]

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    Tony Scarcello shares about his new book, Regenerate: Following Jesus after Deconstruction. Kurt Willems wrote the forward, so this is a personal episode you won't want to miss! 

    Kurt said the following about this book: "In Regenerate, you not only get Tony’s tragically hope-filled story, but you’re invited to encounter the gift of the Jesus he’s discovered under the wrappings of legalism and shame. Tony isn’t only an example of someone following Jesus after deconstruction, but shows us that God is gently calling each of us to be regenerated through our pain, doubts, and questions. I’m so grateful he wrote this book and couldn’t be more excited for you to read it too!"

    Get the book: https://amzn.to/2S0OgPi

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 28, 2020

    (EPISODE 100!!!) The Bible #5 - The Movement Continues [EP-100]

    (EPISODE 100!!!) The Bible #5 - The Movement Continues [EP-100]

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    Welcome to a series called, The Bible. This series is both podcast and newsletter based. For the newsletter version go to https://TheologyCurator.com/newsletter. Subscribe there and get every text-based version of this ongoing series as they release.

    Series: The Bible is a confusing book, without a doubt. There are simple truths that can be easily distilled from the New Testament (God is love, Jesus died to heal the world, we can know God through the Spirit, etc.), but it is ultimately a book that came into being 2,000+ years ago. This series explores the "why," "what," and "how" questions about the Scriptures. This isn’t so we can become filled with more information alone, but so that we can step into our own unique place in the story of God.

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    1) If you would be so kind to hop on iTunes (or your feed of choice) and leave The Paulcast a review there, that would be amazing. The more reviews we can get will lead to greater visibility in iTunes. And I (Kurt) LOVE reading your comments!

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 22, 2020

    Racial Justice as Kingdom Witness with Drew Hart [EP-99]

    Racial Justice as Kingdom Witness with Drew Hart [EP-99]

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    Prof. Drew Hart comes on the show to talk with Kurt about his latest book, Who Will be a Witness? - Igniting Activism for God's Justice, Love, and Deliverance. Racial justice is Kingdom of God work and part of our witness as followers of Jesus. Drew discusses how and why.

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 21, 2020

    The Trinity with Steve Dancause [EP-98]

    The Trinity with Steve Dancause [EP-98]

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    Steve Dancause, author of What is the Trinity and Why does it Matter?, joins Kurt to talk about all things pertaining to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 3 in 1? and so much more!

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 16, 2020

    Kingdom Politics with Lee Camp [EP-97]

    Kingdom Politics with Lee Camp [EP-97]

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    Lee Camp discusses the political season and what it means to follow Jesus as representatives of his kingdom.

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    Echoing Hope with Kurt Willems
    enSeptember 15, 2020

    Banning Liebscher: Jesus Culture, Charismatic Faith, & Three-Mile Walk [EP-96]

    Banning Liebscher: Jesus Culture, Charismatic Faith, & Three-Mile Walk [EP-96]

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    Banning Liebscher invites Christians to not sit on the sidelines when God has called them to change the world. Kurt Willems and Banning discuss Jesus Culture, charismatic Christianity, church planting, church unity, and his new book, The Three-Mile Walk, which is available on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/2PuRWaT 

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    The God who Trusts w/ Curtis Holtzen [EP-95]

    The God who Trusts w/ Curtis Holtzen [EP-95]

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    The Bible resounds with affirmations of the faithfulness and trustworthiness of God. But might God also exhibit faith and trust? Kurt Willems interviews Curtis Holtzen, to find out the answer to that question. Holtzen's new book, The God Who Trusts, is available on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/2WGtyXO 

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    Biblingo Software: Greek Learning Game-changer with Kevin Grasso [EP-94]

    Biblingo Software: Greek Learning Game-changer with Kevin Grasso [EP-94]

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    In this episode of Theology Curator, Kurt Willems chats with Kevin Grasso, co-founder of Biblingo, an immersive Biblical languages training software. Amazing for seminary students or pastors or anyone who wants to learn Greek or Hebrew. Go to https://biblingo.org to sign up and use the code THEOLOGYCURATOR for a 20% discount.

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