·S4 E40

139: Matt Tebbe: Reimagining God Beyond Empire Economics Pt 2 of 2

October 8

48 mins

Episode Description

Being in nature and facing challenges is vital.
Community support is essential during difficult times.
Toxic positivity denies reality; genuine hope acknowledges pain.
Pastors often feel powerless in a chaotic world.
The need for pastoral care is mutual between pastor and congregation.
Navigating political issues in ministry is complex.
Moral choices in politics often feel inconsistent.
Christian nationalism poses a significant challenge to faith.
Capitalism influences our understanding of God.
We must imagine God beyond economic systems. Self-interest governs the market, but it conflicts with the Kingdom of God.
The Kingdom of God operates on grace, not merit.
Christianity has been co-opted by capitalism in America.
The Enlightenment shifted God from the material to the immaterial.
Debt relief is a biblical principle that many Christians overlook.
Christian nationalism often distorts the true message of the Gospel.
Freedom and supremacy are often conflated in religious contexts.
Naming systemic issues is crucial for spiritual growth.
Experiments against mammon can lead to meaningful change.
Community practices can reclaim time and challenge capitalist norms.

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