Tokens: On Public Theology cover art

Tokens: On Public Theology

Tokens: On Public Theology

Written by: Tokens Media
Listen for free

Theology–which literally translates to “God-talk”–gets little positive attention in the public sphere. In secular circles, it often gets written off as superstitious nonsense, while in religious circles, it tends to be thought of as the heady, up-in-the-clouds stuff that priests and professors argue about. And for those of us who don’t fall on one of the two extremes, we’re often left to study and talk about our theology in private.

But what if theology is more than mere superstitious nonsense or religious jargon? What if theology has much to contribute in our thinking about all the things that matter to us, from politics, to culture, to human flourishing?

In other words, what if our public discourse could use more God-talk, not less?

Today, we’ve compiled a playlist full of people who dare to do theology in public, with hopes of offering practical wisdom in our dealings with ourselves, each other, and our world. 

 

 Art Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • 67: A Jewish Take on Jesus: AJ Levine

    67: A Jewish Take on Jesus: AJ Levine
    Mar 24 2022

    What do Christians get wrong about Jesus? Prof. AJ Levine discusses common mis-readings of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’s stance on societal and gender norms, and how “Christian Fragility” impedes one’s ability to listen and learn.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr
  • 64: Is Conservative Christianity Anti-Intellectual?: Molly Worthen

    64: Is Conservative Christianity Anti-Intellectual?: Molly Worthen
    Mar 3 2022

    Is Conservative Christianity necessarily opposed to reason? Dr. Molly Worthen discusses the history of Protestant Evangelicalism, and how this tradition has often been “perhaps the most preoccupied with squaring reason with their understanding of faith.” A complex and fascinating tale.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr
  • 57: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: John Mark Comer

    57: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: John Mark Comer
    Nov 11 2021

    “Most people are too busy to live emotionally healthy and spiritually vibrant lives.” In this episode, John Mark Comer discusses the importance of taking seriously spiritual formation in a culture of noise and speed; why willpower cannot do what we want it to do; and practical ways we might find and live the good, the true, and the beautiful.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 17 mins
adbl_web_anon_alc_button_suppression_c
No reviews yet