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Religion & Spirituality

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Religion & Spirituality

Religion & Spirituality

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NOV 13

643: How Trump Won the Election with David French

It’s been a week since the election and why Americans voted to send Donald Trump back to the White House is beginning to come into focus. The entire Holy Post team—Phil, Skye, Kaitlyn, and Esau—is here to talk about why Trump won and how Harris lost. Was it the economy? Was it racism and misogyny? Was it identity politics or disinformation in the media? Everyone has a theory. Then New York Times columnist and Holy Post regular, David French, is back to give his take on the election. He explains why Kamala Harris’s decision to focus on abortion backfired, and why January 6 did not disqualify Trump for most Americans. 0:00 - Intro 1:21 - Theme Song 1:42 - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/HOLYPOST to download the app today! 2:42 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 3:50 - Show Starts 5:46 - The Shattered Democrat Coalition 10:09 - Why the Voting Patterns Shifted 15:40 - Paternalistic Party Messaging 22:11 - The Meatloaf Delusion 34:20 - Grieving to Avoid Political Resentment 39:05 - Faith Groups Mobilizing to Help Immigrants and Refugees 45:41 - Resisting Dehumanization 51:12 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 52:30 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 53:40 - Interview 58:25 - How Abortion Influenced this Election 1:04:56 - Why Didn’t Trump’s Baggage Matter? 1:15:31 - The Guard Rails of Democracy 1:20:49 - Trump’s Westeros 1:27:50 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Thanks to the Litfin Divinity School at Wheaton College for sponsoring our in person events. Learn more at www.wheaton.edu/holypost The Shattering of the Democratic Coalition https://www.liberalpatriot.com/p/the-shattering-of-the-democratic The Link Between Media Consumption and Public Opinion https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/link-between-media-consumption-and-public-opinion Faith Groups Mobilize to Protect Migrants and Refugees https://religionnews.com/2024/11/06/faith-groups-resolve-to-protect-migrants-refugees-after-trump-win/?utm_source=RNS+Updates&utm_campaign=dc59054a20-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_11_07_01_21&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c5356cb657-dc59054a20-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D Other resources: Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Nov 13

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1h 28m
1 DAY AGO

644: Unplugging from Politics & the Real Meaning of Acts with N.T. Wright

After an exhausting year of politics and the re-election of Donald Trump, what is a faithful way for Christians to navigate the next four years? Should we continue to immerse ourselves in political news, or is it better to disconnect from the media? And should Christians join the political fights online, or unplug to better serve our local communities? The Holy Post crew responds to articles by a number of Christians leaders addressing these questions. Then, New Testament scholar, N.T. Wright, is back to discuss the book of Acts. Wright says an understanding of ancient temples is the key to the message of Acts. Also this week—the origin of F-words. Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview with N. T. Wright: https://www.patreon.com/posts/116319034/ 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Show Starts 1:30 - Theme Song 1:51 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 2:55 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 6:15 - Trump Cabinet Picks and Praying for Leaders 15:33 - Russell Moore on Getting Through the Trump Years 27:20 - Is the Church a Turtle? 33:39 - The Wisdom Literature 41:20 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 42:25 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get the special Christmas deal of up to 30% off your first order by going to https://www.Blueland.com/HOLYPOST 43:30 - Interview 47:18 - The Holy Spirit Before Pentecost? 52:09 - Ananias and Sapphira 56:17 - Why Did Early Christians Still Go to the Temple? 1:04:55 - The Church, Division, and Revelation 1:16:55 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Thanks to the Litfin Divinity School at Wheaton College for sponsoring our in person events. Learn more at www.wheaton.edu/holypost Farming Gave Us “F” and “V” https://www.science.org/content/article/ancient-switch-soft-food-gave-us-overbite-and-ability-pronounce-f-s-and-v-s?utm_campaign=ScienceNow&utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Facebook How to Get Through the Next Four Years: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/11/next-four-years-donald-trump-russell-moore-election-2024/?utm_medium=widgetsocial Go Slow and Repair Things: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/11/go-slow-and-repair-things-evangelicals-diverse-democracy/ All Sides News Source https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell: A Heartwarming Compassionate Portrait of Injured Turtles, Perfect for Nature Lovers by Sy Montgomery and Matt Patterson: https://a.co/d/fTEnlVg Other resources: The Challenge of Acts: Rediscovering What the Church Was and Is by N. T. Wright: https://a.co/d/exFbNRH Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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1h 17m
NOV 6

642: How the Friendship of Lewis & Tolkien Changed the World with John Hendrix

The 2024 election is finally here. Who won? We don’t know because we recorded this episode on Monday. But we do know that MAGA men are not happy about their wives secretly voting for Kamala Harris. And a new study finds trust in American institutions—especially the media—continues to decline. Is there a way to reverse the trend? Then, to take an overdue break from politics, Skye talks to author and illustrator, John Hendrix, about his new graphic non-fiction book “The Mythmakers” about the remarkable friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. It’s a fun conversation about faith, fantasy, and just a little bit of nerdiness. Also this week—a Japanese village populated with puppets will fuel your nightmares. 0:00 - Intro 1:31 - Show Starts 3:04 - Theme Song 3:25 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:27- Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com 5:38 - Skye’s Ominous New Hat 10:30 - Japanese Village Makes Puppet Population 17:25 - Ad for Women to Vote Harris in Secret? 25:10 - One Vote per Household? 30:00 - Declining Trust in Institutions? 36:15 - Cold War and Institutional Trust 40:40 - Legal Accountability 45:10 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 46:28 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 47:37 - Interview 50:56 - The Making of “The Mythmakers” 55:50 - The Unlikely Friendship of Lewis and Tolkien 59:50 - Lewis and the True Myth 1:04:46 - Disenchanted Fandoms 1:09:35 - The Fellowship Divided 1:15:13 - Illustrating Tolkien and Lewis 1:19:23 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Japanese Puppet Village https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/outnumbered-puppets-depopulated-village-japan-crafts-dolls-sense-life-rcna177216 Declining Trust in Institutions: https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-11-02/5-charts-show-americans-distrust-of-institutions-m3043a5x Other resources: The Mythmakers: The Remarkable Fellowship of C. S. Lewis & J. R. R. Tolkien by John Hendrix: https://a.co/d/etu4BOk Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Nov 6

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1h 20m
2 DAYS AGO

Getting Schooled - Revelation 101 (Holy Post Plus Original)

For this week's Curiously, Kaitlyn, we're releasing a Holy Post Plus Exclusive episode of Getting Schooled by Kaitlyn Schiess. Revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in the Bible. Many take it as a map of the future—but maybe it's more about theology and faithfulness than we realize! Kaitlyn breaks down how this book which often scares us is actually a strong message of hope. - Sponsor - Go to https://helloned.com/CURIOUSLY or enter code CURIOUSLY at checkout to get 15% off. - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/CURIOUSLY to receive 50% off your first order Recommended Resources Reading Revelation Responsibility: Uncivil Worship and Witness: Following the Lamb of Creation: https://a.co/d/3AV5sWx The Theology of the Book of Revelation (New Testament Theology): https://a.co/d/5MWOtzi Comfort and Protest: The Apocalypse from South African Perspective: https://a.co/d/c4TCydL

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47 min
OCT 30

641: The Roots of Racial & Environmental Injustice with David Swanson

With only a week before the presidential election, Phil and Kaitlyn are joined by Mike Erre to discuss Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden. Why do so many white evangelicals ignore the racism, misogyny, and dehumanizing rhetoric coming from the MAGA movement? It is really about supporting certain policies or the idolatry of power? Then, David Swanson is back to discuss his latest book, “Plundered: The Tangled Roots of Racial and Environmental Injustice.” Swanson says we will be compelled to engage both issues when we see their shared origin in the sin of greed. Also this week—the waffle apocalypse is upon us! 0:00 - Mike Attempts to Be The Host 00:48 - Intro 2:30 - Show Starts 5:16 - Theme Song 5:38 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 6:43 - Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com 7:50 - Phil Requests Voxology Podcast Coloring Sheets 11:38 - Mass Waffle Listeria Recall 16:19 - Trump Had a Rally 27:04 - Power Worship 41:18 - Centering Christ While Discussing Politics 45:20 - Seth Erie and the Shemah 53:04 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 54:08 - Sponsor - Brooklyn Bedding - Brooklyn Bedding is offering up to 25% off sitewide for our listeners! Go to https://www.brooklynbedding.com/holypost 55:06 - Sponsor - Go to https://www.fromourplace.com and use code HOLYPOST to get 10% off site wide on beautiful cookware! Interview 56:11 - Connecting Creation Care and Racial Justice 1:06:08 - Creation as a Gift 1:11:48 - How to Start Understanding Your Environment 1:16:51 - Living Transitory Lives as Christians 1:35:09 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Waffle Recall: https://www.foodpoisoningnews.com/dollar-general-publix-stopshop-costco-target-walmart-kroger-aldi-and-more-recall-certain-frozen-waffles-belgian-waffles-and-pancakes/ Kaitlyn’s Romans 13 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYx3yU4nTSo Other resources: Plundered: The Tangled Roots of Racial Environmental Injustice by David W. Swanson: https://a.co/d/5kVmOnQ Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Oct 30

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1h 36m
NOV 12

Why did God make the other planets?

Author and astrophysicist Deborah Haarsma joins us to tackle a tough theological and scientific question - why did God make the other planets? Dr. Haarsma shows us how Scripture describes God's cosmic creation, tells us how her scientific training helps her experience God in a different way, and gives us some guidelines for thinking about faith and science. - Sponsor - Better Help - Go to https://www.betterhelp.com/CURIOUSLY to receive 10% off your first month - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/curiously to download the app today!

Nov 12

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25 min
6 DAYS AGO

The SkyePod - Ryan Burge

Ryan Burge joins to talk about the religious, political, and economic trends that may have contributed to the election of Donald Trump. He and Skye cover how religion follows politics, why more men than women are now religious, and why hispanic voters don’t seem put off by Donald Trump. https://www.patreon.com/posts/115945207/

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22 min
OCT 9

638: Keep Christianity Weird & Lessons from the Church Abuse Scandal with Kristen Kobes Du Mez

Being a cultural Christian used to be an insult, but more people are embracing the label with pride. The Holy Post crew unpacks what’s behind the growing affection for cultural Christianity, and they explain why it’s more important than ever to embrace the weird, supernatural beliefs of the faith. Historian Kristen Kobes Du Mez is back to discuss her new documentary, “For Our Daughters,” about the sexual abuse scandals that have shaken the faith of many in the church. She sees a link between the theology and culture that created and covered-up sexual abuse in the church, and the rise of political idolatry within evangelicalism. Also this week—hurricanes are now political, and a Haitian pastor in New Hampshire with a sense of humor invites pets to his church. For Our Daughters Full Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkES4X_qb6c Holy Post Plus: Getting Schooled: Debt and Theology 101 https://www.patreon.com/posts/113616129/ 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Show Starts 3:24 - Theme Song 3:45 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:50 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 7:18 - Terry Gilliam’s News of the Butt 10:30 - Haitian Priest Blesses Pets 15:05 - Hurricane Helene 23:02 - Cultural Christianity Michael Bird Article 34:58 - Why Christian Beliefs are Necessary for Christian Virtue 53:47 - Sponsor - The National Association of Evangelicals - Listen to the Difficult to explore how Christians can become peacemakers. Go to https://www.nae.org/introduction-difficult-conversations-podcast-series/ to check it out! 54:53 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 56:00 - Interview 1:02:26 - How Women are Blamed for Men’s Sins 1:08:47 - Are Churches Better Prepared to Address Sexual Abuse? 1:14:54 - Is the Culture More Likely to Call Out Abuse Now? 1:18:17 - The Link Between January 6 and Sexual Abuse Scandals 1:24:04 - Will There Be a Church Backlash if Kamala Wins? 1:29:04 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Thanks to the Litfin Divinity School at Wheaton College for sponsoring our in person events. Learn more at www.wheaton.edu/holypost Haitian Priest Blesses Pets: https://religionnews.com/2024/10/06/in-new-hampshire-a-haitian-priest-blesses-animals-defeating-internet-pet-eating-rumors-with-laughter/ Disaster Relief for Hurricane Helene: https://www.bpr.org/bpr-news/2024-09-28/list-ways-to-donate-and-help-flood-victims-in-western-north-carolina-after-hurricane-helene The Rise of Cultural Christianity: https://michaelfbird.substack.com/p/the-rise-of-cultural-christianity?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=313362&post_id=148631936&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=6smb2&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email Other resources: Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Oct 9

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1h 30m
NOV 14

What the Kendrick-Drake Beef Can Teach Us About Church Conflict

Ever wonder what a hip hop beef can teach us about disagreements in the church? Esau McCaulley sits down with friends Malcolm Foley and Justin Giboney to dig into the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake saga and how it actually mirrors some of our own church conflicts. They chat about when disagreements are just for fun (LeBron vs. MJ) and when they go deeper, revealing what we truly believe. From handling low-stakes beefs to learning how to disagree without tearing each other apart, they dive into how conflict can help us grow, and maybe even bring us closer together.

Nov 14

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54 min
OCT 16

639: The Apostle to the Apostles with Jennifer Powell McNutt

The election is just three weeks away and Phil is exhausted, Kaitlyn is concerned that evangelicals supporting Harris are making the same mistake as those supporting Trump, and Skye blames the whole mess on WWJD bracelets. Based on Kaitlyn’s recent Religion News Service article, the Holy Post crew discuss a better way for Christians to think about politics and voting. Then, Wheaton College professor of theology and history, Jennifer Powell McNutt, talks to Skye about her new book, “The Mary We Forgot.” She argues that the Mary Magdalene we encounter in the Gospels is not a scandalized prostitute, but a significant supporter of Jesus’ ministry and “the apostle to the apostles.” Also this week—more useless fruit fly science. 0:00 - Intro 1:51 - Show Starts 4:54 - Theme Song 5:15 - The National Association of Evangelicals - Listen to the Difficult to explore how Christians can become peacemakers. Go to https://www.nae.org/introduction-difficult-conversations-podcast-series/ to check it out! 6:21 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off 9:18 - Fruit Fly Study on Swallowing and Happiness 15:21 - Kaitlyn Learns About 80’s Bands 18:30 - Kaitlyn’s Schiess’s Political Method Article 23:15 - Simplicity and WWJD Bracelets 31:50 - Methods and Conclusions 47:50 - Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com ;x 48:58 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order 50:04 - Interview 53:04 - Different Views of Mary Magdalene 56:44 - Church History and Interpretations of Mary Magdalene 1:06:15 - Mary Magdalene the Tower 1:18:16 - Mary Magdalene the Apostle to the Apostles 1:24:15 - How Mary Magdalene Points to Christ 1:26:58 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Thanks to the Litfin Divinity School at Wheaton College for sponsoring our in person events. Learn more at www.wheaton.edu/holypost Fruit Flies Get Happy from Swallowing https://futurism.com/neoscope/overeating-swallowing-study-esophagus-disorders-serotonin In Search of a Christian Political Method with Kaitlyn Schiess: https://religionnews.com/2024/09/30/in-search-of-a-christian-political-method/ Other resources: The Mary We Forgot: What the Apostle to the Apostles Teaches the Church Today by Jennifer Powell McNutt: https://a.co/d/3w6oxT5 Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Oct 16

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1h 28m

Holy Post Media is dedicated to producing smart and entertaining content that helps people think Christianly and live faithfully in our increasingly post-Christian culture. Phil Vischer (creator of VeggieTales) and Skye Jethani (author and speaker), along with Kaitlyn Schiess (author and theologian) and Esau McCaullye (author, professor, and NY Times columnist) help provide a refuge to listeners who are looking to untangle their faith from fear, dogmatism, and partisan politics while continuing to participate in the redemptive work of Jesus in our culture.

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643: How Trump Won the Election with David French

644: Unplugging from Politics & the Real Meaning of Acts with N.T. Wright

642: How the Friendship of Lewis & Tolkien Changed the World with John Hendrix

Getting Schooled - Revelation 101 (Holy Post Plus Original)

641: The Roots of Racial & Environmental Injustice with David Swanson

Why did God make the other planets?

The SkyePod - Ryan Burge

638: Keep Christianity Weird & Lessons from the Church Abuse Scandal with Kristen Kobes Du Mez

What the Kendrick-Drake Beef Can Teach Us About Church Conflict

639: The Apostle to the Apostles with Jennifer Powell McNutt

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