John and Dan share their responses to their interview with theologian Kevin Vanhoozer. Most of their discussion revolves around the validity of postmodernism, the interpretation of the Bible, and the nature of truth.

Kevin Vanhoozer—Postmodern Philosophy & Christian Theology

Feb 18th, 2019 46m 8s

John and Dan speak with theologian Kevin Vanhoozer about postmodern philosophy and Christian theology. Vanhoozer is the author of several serious works of philosophical theology, all of which can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Kevin-J.-V

Deconstruction and Reconstruction

Jan 21st, 2019 48m 19s

John Raines and Dan Koch provide updates on their recent processes of deconstruction and reconstruction.

Dan's New Theology Podcast: You Have Permission

Jan 14th, 2019 11m 55s

So many of us have been given bad answers to good questions -- questions about God, prayer, fate, suffering, missions, and more -- often by people with pure intentions. But the answers we've gotten aren't always satisfying, if indeed we have b

Dan's Podcast about Trump, Evangelicals & More (Depolarize!)

Mar 19th, 2018 9m 51s

Many of you know that Dan is the host of another podcast, Depolarize!, which seeks to find common ground at the fractured intersection of politics, psychology and faith. The second season of that show, focusing on White Evangelicals, Donald Tr

Matthew Kaemingk—Theology and Culture

Aug 6th, 2017 54m 58s

Season 1 Finale: Dr. Matthew Kaemingk speaks with John and Dan about Theology and Culture. We discuss the nature of worldview and assumptions, cultural deconstruction, political theology, the contours of a Christian redemption story, and a theo

Adam Clark—Spiritual Practices and Contemplation

Jul 30th, 2017 30m 17s

Adam Clark speaks with John and Dan about spiritual practices, contemplation, and moral formation. His perspectives are insightful because all too often we tend to understand our Christian faith primarily in terms of beliefs and ideas instead o

Rita Kowats’s Story—Catholic to Mennonite

Jul 23rd, 2017 48m 16s

Rita Kowats walks John and Dan through her story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from being a Catholic to becoming a Mennonite. Her story is uniquely rooted in social justice, the contemplative tradition, and mystic theology. You can find

How Do We Move Beyond Inerrancy?

Jul 16th, 2017 1h 6m

John and Dan walk through John’s answer to a listener question about biblical inerrancy. John has 6 main points to his discussion: 1) If not Inerrancy, then what do I believe? (00:00-09:00) | 2) What Inerrancy is, and what it should be (09:00-1

What Is Biblical Inerrancy?

Jul 2nd, 2017 1h 15m

John and Dan walk through Dan’s answer to a listener question about biblical inerrancy. There are four points to the discussion: 1) Naive Inerrancy and Robust Inerrancy (00:00-24:00) | 2) Infallibility (24:00-40:00) | 3) How Does Inerrancy Affe

Drew Hart—Black Liberation Theology

Jun 18th, 2017 58m 12s

Drew Hart walks John and Dan through his articulation of Black Liberation Theology. He brings an impressive depth of knowledge and experience to this discussion, and he shows us why this particular theological perspective is so important and in

David Congdon’s Story—Evangelical to Existential

Jun 11th, 2017 1h

David Congdon walks John and Dan through his story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from a committed Evangelical to an Existentialist and member of the Episcopal church.His story is deeply seated in theology and academia, and he brings a r

How Many Ways Can We Interpret The Bible?

Jun 4th, 2017 54m 30s

John and Dan walk through Dan’s answer to a listener question about biblical interpretation. Dan touches upon four topics in his discussion: 1) The Similarities and Differences with John’s answer (00:00-20:00) | 2) Interpretation guided by Mora

How Do We Interpret The Bible?

May 29th, 2017 1h 4m

John and Dan walk through John's answer to a listener question about biblical interpretation. John has 4 main parts to his discussion: 1) The Hermeneutic of Trust & Suspicion (00:00-22:00) | 2) The 3 Worlds of the Text (22:00-27:00) | 3) N.T. W

Thomas Oord—The Uncontrolling Love Of God

May 21st, 2017 1h 13m

Theologian Thomas Oord walks John and Dan through his novel theory of providence, which highlights God’s noncoercive love. He’s also giving away a free audio copy of his book, The Uncontrolling Love of God. Follow this link and scroll down to t

God, Language, and Pluralism

May 15th, 2017 58m 13s

John and Dan discuss the identity, essence, and being of God, the role of language in religious experience, and Christianity’s place in the midst of religious pluralism. They dive into these issues as a result of last episode’s discussion with

Mike McHargue’s Story—Baptist to Mystic

May 14th, 2017 46m 56s

"Science” Mike McHargue walks John and Dan through his story of deconstruction and reconstruction—from a Southern Baptist to Christian Mystic. He touches on many issues he hasn’t publicly discussed before, and it all makes for an insightful con

What Must One Believe To Be Saved?

May 7th, 2017 1h 24m

John and Dan explore a listener question: "how much and what exactly must one believe to be saved?" Their very different but surprisingly interrelated answers makes for an insightful conversation. (0:00-27:00)—Dan's Answer | (28:00-01:00:00)—Jo

Peter Enns—The Nature of Scripture

May 1st, 2017 40m 27s

Dr. Peter Enns walks John and Dan through his view of Scripture and its relation to theology and life.For more information visit www.reconstructpodcast.com©John Raines, Dan Koch, and Reconstruct 2017

Deconstruction, Reconstruction, and Our Stories

Apr 30th, 2017 1h 16m

John and Dan explore the philosophical roots of deconstruction, the nature of reconstruction, and share their own stories.0:00-51:00—Stories51:00-01:16:00—Deconstruction & ReconstructionFor more information visit www.reconstructpodcast.com

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