Summary
Michael and Jason discuss the importance of understanding Genesis 1 in its ancient Near Eastern context. They emphasize that the purpose of Genesis 1 is to show God's intention to dwell with His creation and His desire for a relationship with His people. They also highlight the need for living in a way that reflects God's creation and the importance of ongoing formation and growth in the Christian life. Ultimately, the conversation points to the idea of an embodied faith and life together as God's children.
Takeaways
- Understanding Genesis 1 in its ancient Near Eastern context is crucial for grasping its intended meaning.
- The overarching theme of the Bible is God's desire to dwell with His people.
- Living in a way that reflects God's creation and order is important for believers.
- Formation and growth are essential in the Christian life. Moving from theory to action is crucial in our faith journey.
- Practices such as lament and community gatherings can help us embody the teachings of scripture.
- Relationships and community play a vital role in our spiritual formation.
- A solely devotional approach to faith may limit our growth and understanding.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Setting the Stage
08:06 - Understanding Genesis 1 in its Ancient Near Eastern Context
13:11 - The Purpose of Genesis 1: God's Intention to Dwell with His Creation
29:10 - The Overarching Theme of the Bible: God's Desire to Dwell with His People
35:06 - The Importance of Living in a Way that Reflects God's Creation
38:00 - The Need for Formation and Growth in the Christian Life
40:00 - Moving from Theory to Action
43:43 - Forming Community through Lament
46:46 - Practices for Love and Kindness
50:27 - The Role of Relationships in Spiritual Formation
55:26 - Moving Beyond Devotional Life
59:37 - Embodied Faith and Life Together
S6E182, Special Episode – The Misfits: Being Known in a Spiritual Community
S6E181: New Creation 13: The New Creation Realm and the Next Generation
S6E180: New Creation 12: What is the Ministry of Reconciliation, Really?
S6E179: New Creation 11: When the Church Attempts to Impress
S6E178: The Other Realm w/ Thabani: Are Ghosts Real?
S6E177: New Creation 10: Should We Eat at a Fancy Restaurant?
S6E176: New Creation 9: Why The Creation Was Not Perfect
S6E175: New Creation 8: John's Perspective
S6E174: The Other Realm w/Thabani: Demons in Africa
S6E173: When My Church is Weak
S6E172: The Tension of Influence and Humility
S6E171: New Creation 7: Getting the Gospel Right
S6E170: The Other Realm w/ Thabani - The Divine Council
S6E169: New Creation 6: Broken Relationships
S6E168: New Creation 5: The Absence of Good
The Misfits E3: Bonus Patreon Episode
S6E167: New Creation 4: The One Where God Wants to Live in Our Space
S6E166: The Other Realm w/ Thabani Mashava
S6R164: New Creation 2: Creation is Good
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