The Ascending Word The Ascending Word

Alex is manning the ship alone for a few weeks, so the Ascending Word is taking a new shape for a little big. Join Alex as he breaks down some interesting topics and takes some creative leaps to make a new experience for Ascending Word listeners.

Check out our show notes to learn more about the articles and research mentioned today.

Scripture: Exodus 33:18-23; John 1: 1-3

John Piper - Desiring God

C.S. Lewis - Problem of Pain

C.S. Lewis - Weight of Glory

Lonergan Institute - Understanding Two Kinds of Emanation within God Through a Transposition of Meaning
http://lonergan.org/2009/09/08/understanding-two-kinds-of-emanation-within-god-through-a-transposition-of-meaning/

Ryan Dueck - Transposition
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2014-06/transposition

Other resources:
https://rickthomas.net/god-is-a-god-of-the-mundane-are-you-content-with-the-ordinary/

https://www.charismamag.com/blogs/power-up/33292-seeing-the-miraculous-in-the-mundane

Mark Wynn: Emotional Experience and Religious Understanding: Integrating Perception


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Russ and Alex are bringing the word this week after a week off. We hope you’ve been anticipating the next installment of the Ascending Word! Have you ever dealt with anger issues and not known how to deal with sins related to anger? The answer may be different than what you think. Check out our featured article by Cara Glynn and article from TGC. Tune in each week to hear more from the ASCENDING WORD!

Here’s the rundown:

Question of The Week: (2:15)
Is it a sin to be angry?

Ascending Feature: (19:15)
Is Your Heart Crowded? - Cara Glynn
https://ascendingthoughtsblog.wordpress.com/2017/11/03/is-your-heart-crowded/

Around the Web: (31:10)
How Common are Church Shootings? - Joe Carter TGC
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/common-church-shootings/

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In this episode, Russ and Alex have some fun discussing ethics and whether people can be “good.” After that the boys highlight an article that covers the connection between God and man, and how the goodness of God is juxtaposed with the lowliness of man. Finally, the fellas tie the whole podcast together with a nice encouraging piece on football players getting baptized. Fun stuff! Tune in each week to hear more from the ASCENDING WORD!

Here’s the rundown

Question of The Week: (2:15)
I’m a good person, why do I need to sacrifice more?

Author Interview: (19:15)
“The Dirt and God’s Breath” by Lexie Childers
https://ascendingthoughtsblog.wordpress.com/2017/10/15/the-dirt-gods-breath/

Around the Web: (31:10)
“NFL Team Uses Hotel Pool For Baptism Prior to Last Night’s Game” - from LightWorkers
https://www.lightworkers.com/nfl-team-uses-hotel-pool-for-baptism-prior-to-last-nights-big-game/

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This week on the podcast Russ and Alex, talk about being satisfied in the Lord, why we need to do it, and what that looks like practically. They talk about the ironies of Christianity and how they are the beautiful features of the Bible. The fellows also discuss a recent issue regarding the National Anthem and arguments regarding whether or not it can become an idol. It is a contentious issue, but the goal is to bring some Christ-like interpretation to proper place of patriotism in our lives.


Here’s the rundown

Question of The Week: (1:24)
What does it mean to be satisfied in the Lord?

Author Interview (18:05)
“The Beautiful Ironies of Christianity” by Brian Pell
https://ascendingthoughtsblog.wordpress.com/2017/10/13/the-beautiful-ironies-of-christianity/

Most Popular: (34:55)
“Can the Anthem Become an Idol?” - Matt Ingalls from RELEVANT Magazine
https://relevantmagazine.com/article/can-the-anthem-become-an-idol/

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Have you ever wondered what worship actually means? Look no further, Russ and Alex tackle that subject in this episode of the Ascending Word. The boys give a very heartfelt discussion of poetry, so if you ever wanted to hear two bros talk about end rhyme and cadence this is the place. Also, stay tuned to hear about how you may have an addiction you may not know you had.

Here’s the rundown

Question of The Week: (2:41)
What does worship mean?

Ascending Thoughts Must Read (17:30)
“A Lesson from Irma” by Austin Martz
https://ascendingthoughtsblog.wordpress.com/2017/10/01/a-lesson-from-irma/

From the Web: (30:46)
“Why You Shouldn’t be Addicted to What’s Next In Life.” by Luke Lezon - Lightworkers
https://www.lightworkers.com/feeling-addicted-whats-next-life/

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This week Russ and Alex discuss films and Teddy Roosevelt. They also dig deep into some exegesis. If you have ever had questions on how to read your Bible, or if there will be a decent movie about the life of larger-than-life President Theodore Roosevelt, go no further!

Here’s the rundown

Question of The Week: (3:00)
What’s the best way to read the Bible?

Author Interview (21:45)
Russ Allen - “Don’t Share Everything About Your Relationship With God” Ascending Thoughts
https://ascendingthoughtsblog.wordpress.com/2017/09/25/dont-share-everything-about-your-relationship-with-god/

Most Popular: (35:19)
Adam Graber - “C.S. Lewis on Tech Addiction” Relevant Magazine
https://relevantmagazine.com/article/c-s-lewis-on-tech-addiction/

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