The Holy Post Episode 23: Dragons, Halloween, and the Future of the Church!
Oct 30, 2012
Dragons take center stage as Phil and Skye explore cultural depictions, from Puff to Smaug. Halloween is up for debate; can it serve as a way to connect with neighbors while avoiding occult practices? Predictions about the future of the church spark intriguing conversations about megachurches versus smaller, intimate communities. The hosts examine the impact of branding on faith and ponder whether today’s churches will mirror celebrity culture. Join them for a whimsical yet thought-provoking discussion!
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Dragons As Cultural Curiosity
- Phil and Skye joke about dragons, pop culture dragons, and unlikely real-world explanations like Komodo dragons and sea creatures.
- The segment uses humor to show cultural fascination with dragons rather than literal belief in them.
Engage Holidays Intentionally
- Skye advises Christians to evaluate holidays by how they're practiced today, not just by historical pagan roots.
- Use occasions like Halloween to build neighborly relationships and create opportunities for meaningful engagement.
Control Versus Trust In Religion
- Skye argues many occultic practices were banned in Scripture because they attempt to control deities rather than trust God.
- She links modern evangelical attempts to manipulate outcomes (morality, scripture-claiming) to the same control impulse.
