The Biblical Mind

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The Biblical Mind

The Biblical Mind is dedicated to helping its audience understand the deep structures of Scripture. It is published by the Center for Hebraic Thought, a hub for research and resources promoting biblical literacy and the intellectual world of the Bible.

  1. APR 24

    Why Does Church Matter? Learning from Jazz (Mark Glanville)

    Quotes from this episode:"With the Bible in our hands, it's time to improvise church again and to see what the spirit is calling us to and how the spirit is opening wide our imagination for what the church can be today." "We're doing a bit like what jazz musicians do. We immerse in the biblical story and we improvise on that biblical story, the Bible in our hand." "Church is a conversation. Communities that are able to have conversations is really important. We can talk about anything. We can talk about the sermon together. We can talk about pressing issues facing our community, facing our neighborhood that we can get involved with." In this episode: — Introduction and Setting the Stage — Conceptual Hurdles and the Need for Fresh Imagination — Improvising on the Tradition: Learning from the Biblical Story — Being Rooted in the Neighborhood: Leadership and the Role of Every Member — The Challenges of Size: Can Large Churches Safely Improvise? — Local Aesthetics and the Physical Space of Worship

    39 min

  2. MAR 2

    When No One Reads Books Anymore

    Byron Borger, owner of Hearts and Minds Bookstore speaks with Dru Johnson about literacy, theology, and the need for bookstores to cultivate the Christian imagination.  AI Generated Takeaways —The decline in reading and literacy rates among Americans is a concern, particularly among younger generations.—Books play a crucial role in personal growth and Christian discipleship, expanding one's understanding of the world and deepening their faith.—The power of books to inspire imagination and critical thinking is essential for engaging with complex texts, including the Bible.—Wise book recommendations that consider individual interests and readiness are important for fostering a love of reading.—Christian publishing has seen trends towards ecumenical reading, contemplative spirituality, and a commitment to social justice. Christian books should go beyond self-help and focus on worldview formation and the lordship of Christ over the life of the mind.—Christian bookstores should offer diverse book categories to cater to different interests and needs.—The rise of online marketing and the influence of Amazon have changed the publishing industry, with authors now expected to promote their own books.—Supporting local bookstores is important to maintain a human connection and receive personalized recommendations.—Physical spaces like bookstores and libraries provide opportunities for serendipitous discoveries and foster lifelong learning.—Lifelong learning is a distinctively Christian act that can be seen as an act of worship and a way to practice the presence of God.

    54 min

  3. FEB 23

    Will AI Take Over the World (Adam Graber)

    Appropriately: An AI generated summary of our conversation: The conversation explores the influence of technology on humanity and the reciprocal relationship between the two. It discusses the impact of smartphones and identifies key technologies that have shaped the world. The balance between screen time and creativity is examined, along with the concerns and benefits of AI. The importance of foundational knowledge and skills is emphasized, as well as the need for critical evaluation of sources. The conversation also addresses the biases present in AI systems and the challenges of tracing causal links within them. The conversation explores the use of AI in data analysis and interpretation, particularly in the context of Bible study. It raises questions about the validity and limitations of using AI for interpretation and emphasizes the need for critical evaluation. Takeaways AI can analyze vast amounts of data and identify correlations that humans may not be able to perceive. The use of AI for interpretation in Bible study raises questions about the validity of a statistical method of interpretation. AI interpretation should be seen as one mode of interpretation among others, rather than a replacement for traditional methods. The scholarly community needs to critically evaluate the use of AI for interpretation and develop educational programs to address its implications. Chapters 01:31 The Influence of Technology on Humanity 03:26 Technology Shaping Our Experience 04:21 Examples of Technology 06:23 The Relationship Between Technology and Humanity 09:27 The Impact of Smartphones 10:48 Technologies that Have Changed the World 13:24 Balancing Screen Time and Creativity 16:09 The Concerns and Benefits of AI 19:52 The Role of AI in Creativity 25:09 The Importance of Foundational Knowledge and Skills 27:48 The Biases of AI Systems 31:34 The Human Element in AI Systems 36:26 The Need for Critical Evaluation of Sources 39:43 The Human Bias in AI Systems 40:26 The Concerns about Tracing Causal Links in AI 41:29 AI and Data Analysis 42:27 Statistical Method of Interpretation 43:57 Critically Evaluating AI Interpretation

    45 min

  4. 11/29/2023

    Scripture, Sexuality, and Podcasting (Preston Sprinkle)

    In the first half of this episode, Dru Johnson talks with Preston Sprinkle about his journeys into the LGBTQ+ communities, theologies, and conversations and the psychological research in that field. He also discusses his convictions about biblical views on sexuality that emerged from this quest. In the second half of this episode, Preston and Dru talk about the theology (and ecclesiology) of podcasting itself. Who should and should not be doing it, and what cautions should they be employing. Audio editing by Nate Spanos.

    1 hr

  5. 11/14/2023

    Why We Need the Global Church (Stephen T. Pardue)

    In this episode, we discuss Stephen T. Pardue's newest book Why Evangelical Theology Needs the Global Church.

    42 min

  6. 10/21/2023

    Are Psychedelics Good for Depression, or Anything at All? (Ben ”Doc” Askins) [Full Episode]

    Audio editing (and strategic bleeping) by John Viinalass. In the first half of this extra long episode:We discuss the strange biography of Ben "Doc" Askins, from combat medic to seminary student to Army physician's assistant (PA) to Psychiatric PA researching psychedelic medicine and trauma.    In the second half of this extra long episode: We discuss if there is an appropriate roll for various drugs, including psychedelics and MDMA, in assisting the dying, integrating traumas, and more. We also figure out what a "bad trip" on LSD might be.

    1h 7m

  7. 08/30/2023

    Why Is Leviticus so Hard to Read? (Dr. Jay Sklar)

    The Biblical Mind

    33 min

  8. 07/28/2023

    A Bend in the Road for TBM and CHT, and Farewell Celina!

    The Biblical Mind and the Center for Hebraic Thought are entering a new phase after ending a formal partnership with The King’s College. Additionally, CHT director of operations and TBM editor Celina Durgin will leave her position at the center on July 28, 2023. In this mini episode, Dru and Celina provide a bit more context, and Celina bids the CHT goodbye and shares a little about where she's going next. The Biblical Mind magazine and podcast will keep publishing during this transition, though less frequently and regularly than it had been until recently. The CHT’s other partnerships and affiliations will be unaffected. We hope and pray for a new partnership to allow the CHT to emerge from its period of dormancy and resume full programming in the coming months. Thank you for continuing to follow us.

    14 min
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The Biblical Mind is dedicated to helping its audience understand the deep structures of Scripture. It is published by the Center for Hebraic Thought, a hub for research and resources promoting biblical literacy and the intellectual world of the Bible.

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    centerforhebraicthought
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
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