A Third Way explores the tension of following Jesus that moves beyond cut and dry, black and white answers, while inviting the Church to pace culture.
A Third Way
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A Third Way explores the tension of following Jesus that moves beyond cut and dry, black and white answers, while inviting the Church to pace culture.
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10/3/2019
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July 25, 2024
Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective Episode 10 - Andrew DeCort
<p>This is Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective in which we dive into the conflict between Israel and Palestine through the lens of the subversive way of Jesus. Through curiosity and an openness to learn, we have conversations that provide a fresh perspective for a third way.</p> <p><br></p> <p>This is Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective in which we dive into the conflict between Israel and Palestine through the lens of the subversive way of Jesus. Through curiosity and an openness to learn, we have conversations that provide a fresh perspective for a third way. </p> <p>In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Andrew DeCort. This conversation is about how some Christians have interpreted biblical texts in ways that justify violence and oppression, and how this contrasts with the teachings of Jesus about love, compassion, and mutual flourishing. Andrew and Keri emphasize the importance of understanding the original intentions of God in creation, and how repentance and a renewed commitment to justice and reconciliation can lead to a more constructive Christian response to this ongoing conflict.</p> <p>Dr. Andrew DeCort is the author of Flourishing on the Edge of Faith, Bonhoeffer’s New Beginning: Ethics after Devastation, and the forthcoming books Begin Again and Neighbor-Love. Andrew has worked as a pastor, professor, and peace practitioner in the US, Europe, and Africa. Most recently, he has taught Peace and Conflict at Wheaton College. Andrew is the founding director of the Institute for Faith and Flourishing and co-founded the Neighbor-Love Movement in Ethiopia. NLM works to cultivate love, justice, and flourishing in the face of othering. Andrew’s passion is seeing the precious value of each person, encouraging love, and challenging cultural patterns that devalue others. He holds a PhD in Religious and Political Ethics from the University of Chicago. Andrew and his wife Lily live and work between Chicago and Addis Ababa. </p>
April 12, 2024
Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective Episode 9 - Drew Jackson
<p>This is Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective in which we dive into the conflict between Israel and Palestine through the lens of the subversive way of Jesus. Through curiosity and an openness to learn, we have conversations that provide a fresh perspective for a third way. </p> <p>In this conversation, Peacemaker, Poet, Theologian, and Author Drew Jackson discusses how his poetry engages with themes of liberation and empire in the Gospel of Luke. He critiques some Christian rhetoric around Zionism and emphasizes the need to understand the full historical context. Drew and Keri discuss how the gospel message should be good news for all, including the oppressed, and challenged views that only focus on certain groups. They also spoke about practices like poetry, prayer and silence that can help Christians engage faithfully with difficult issues.</p> <p><br></p>
April 12, 2024
Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective Episode 8 - Jason Miller
<p>This is Peace in the Middle East: A Christian Perspective in which we dive into the conflict between Israel and Palestine through the lens of the subversive way of Jesus. Through curiosity and an openness to learn, we have conversations that provide a fresh perspective for a third way. </p> <p>In this episode, Pastor, Author, and Peacemaker Jason Miller explores themes of peacemaking, faith, and justice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a Christian perspective. He shares his personal journey of being transformed through listening to stories from the region, and how it challenged his theology. Keri and Jason discuss cultivating inclusion and nuance when addressing complex issues like this within church communities. They emphasize staying present with pain, elevating marginalized voices, and getting educated to contend faithfully in discussions dominated by harmful biases. While uncertainty remains, they express hope that through inner work and communal support, people can resist injustice and reflect God's love for all.</p>
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