Andy Crouch, a partner for Theology and Culture at Praxis and author of 'Culture Making', dives into the intriguing question: will we bring our phones to heaven? He discusses how technology can either enhance or distract from our creativity and relationships. Exploring the tension between the beauty and potential harm of tech, Crouch reflects on how a new understanding of creation impacts our views on eternal life. The conversation encourages prioritizing authentic connections over digital distractions.
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Technology as Divine Expression
Technology is an expression of humanity's image of God, adding newness to creation.
Phones embody human creativity but also represent a desire for effortless power akin to magic.
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Heaven as God's Kingdom on Earth
Heaven is where God's reign is fully realized, not just a distant place.
The new earth is a purified, restored creation where God's kingdom comes to earth.
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From Garden to City Culture
The biblical story starts in a garden but ends in a city, symbolizing cultured human activity.
Our technological achievements, like phones, reflect culture's glory yet also its potential for misuse.
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This week we answer a question that’s on every technology-addicted kids’ mind: will we bring our phones to heaven? Theology and technology expert Andy Crouch joins Kaitlyn to talk about a theology of creation and new creation, human creativity and culture, and the story we will spend eternity enjoying.
1:07 - Theme Song
7:10 - Are Phones Magic?
13:25 - The Garden vs the City
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