The Socially Remote

The Socially Remote
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The longer we adult, the less social we seem to become. This podcast is an attempt by a pastor, a lawyer, and a generalist to be remotely social by making time for meaningful conversations about life, theology, and the church. We are The Socially Remote. To find out more about us, please visit our website: TheSociallyRemote.com

  1. 11/12/2020

    The Modern Self: An Interview with Dr. Carl Trueman, Pt. II

    TSR continues our discussion with Dr. Carl Trueman about his latest book. Come join The Socially Remote! In Part II of our discussion with Dr. Trueman about his most recent book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, we look at some of the key historical figures who helped paved the way for our modern understanding of self and sexuality, and we discuss what the path forward might look like for the Christian church. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    48 min

  2. 11/05/2020

    The Modern Self: An Interview with Dr. Carl Trueman, Pt. I

    TSR sits down (via Zoom) with Dr. Carl Trueman to discuss his latest book. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR talks with Dr. Carl Trueman about his most recent book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, which looks at persons and events over the last 200 or so years that have led to a world where the phrase "I am a woman trapped in a man's body" makes sense to a growing percentage of its population. Dr. Trueman ("Carl" to friends like us) defines several key terms and concepts in his book and sets the stage for the second half of our discussion, where we will look at some of the key historical players who have helped shaped modern self-identity and talk through how the church can speak to the increasingly secular and sexualized culture in which it finds itself. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    58 min

  3. 10/22/2020

    The Christian and Politics

    TSR discusses the Christian's approach to politics. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR discusses how the Christian should approach politics. We start by examining 1 Peter 2 and Romans 13. Then we use an article by the late J.I. Packer as a framework to discover that - when considering politics - Christians should start with Scripture and prayer. We should remember that God is in control no matter what happens, and we should not have division with our brothers and sisters in Christ over political issues. Additionally, we should be informed, but our passion about politics should be subordinate to our passion for Jesus Christ and His Church. We need to vote, and, if we're so called, we should get involved (either voluntarily or vocationally) in the political sphere. Finally, we should not let our political engagement allow us to wash our hands of fighting injustice, oppression, and wickedness; instead, we should be involved on the local (non-political) level to push back the darkness where we see it in this world. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    55 min

  4. 10/08/2020

    Netflix's The Social Dilemma - A Conversation

    TSR discusses Netflix's new documentary drama, The Social Dilemma. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR discusses The Social Dilemma, a new Netflix original docu-drama. We introduce the topic by discussing the history and people behind the film, then we dive into the film's strengths and weaknesses, some additional detail about how paid advertising works on these mediums, and a Christian response to the film and social media in general. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    1h 1m

  5. 09/24/2020

    Missions - Lessons from the Field

    TSR continues our discussion with David and April McWhite about lessons they learned on the mission field that are applicable to all believers. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR continues our discussion with David and April McWhite. The McWhites share lessons they learned while doing overseas missions. We talk about how the future of missions will more than likely look like "tentmakers" advancing the Gospel in their workplaces and, perhaps, God using their careers to move them into strategic locations. We also discussed some do's and don't's for people to consider as they prepare to go overseas. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    1 hr

  6. 09/10/2020

    The Mission Field - Great Commission or Colonization?

    TSR discusses modern sentiment toward Christian missions and interviews two former missionaries. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR (finally) comes to the topic of missions! We begin by dispelling the modern sentiment that missions work is primarily colonial or imperial in nature and then move into an interview with two former missionaries. What we discover is that we must all be intentional about developing relationships and discovering the mission field to which God has called us. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    54 min

  7. 08/27/2020

    COVID and the Church: Does It Matter If We Gather?

    TSR talks about the Church's response to the current COVID pandemic. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR discusses the effect COVID has had on the Church’s gatherings and looks at what Scripture has to say about the importance of in-person worship and fellowship. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    1h 4m

  8. 08/13/2020

    Critical Theory and the Christian: An Interview with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer (Pt. II)

    TSR continues their interview with Neil Shenvi (@NeilShenvi) and Pat Sawyer (@RealPatSawyer) about Critical Theory and the Christian. Come join The Socially Remote! In this episode, TSR follows up their critically acclaimed episode on the Foundations of Critical Theory by considering how the Christian should think critically on this topic. It's a critical conversation to have, and two critical points emerged from our discussion. First, keep first things first. Continue in the Gospel and don't be taken in by the assertion that the Gospel of Jesus isn't enough to remedy our sin problems. Second, even if you disagree with the ideology behind much of what is taking place in our culture, it is still the Christian's responsibility to listen to those who are hurting and respond with Christ's love in every interaction. You can read the long-form summary of this episode on our website, TheSociallyRemote.com. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed on this podcast belong solely to the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and opinions of their respective employers. Deep Dive segment introduction from "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman courtesy of The Stable Collective.

    52 min
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The longer we adult, the less social we seem to become. This podcast is an attempt by a pastor, a lawyer, and a generalist to be remotely social by making time for meaningful conversations about life, theology, and the church. We are The Socially Remote. To find out more about us, please visit our website: TheSociallyRemote.com

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