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The Habit

Brian Zahnd on Poetic Theology

Mar 25, 2024
Pastor Brian Zahnd and Jonathan Rogers discuss theopoetics, aesthetics in the church, and the significance of crosses. They explore atonement theories, admiration for inspirational figures, and the importance of beauty in evangelism. The conversation touches on theopoetics in theological dialogues, Fra Angelico's Crucifixion Fresco, and the influence of authors like Dostoevsky on Zahnd's writing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embrace theopoetics to explore the cross from varied perspectives beyond atonement theories.
  • Leverage aesthetics and beauty in church spaces for evocative engagement and compelling evangelism.

Deep dives

Exploring the Kaleidoscopic Examination of the Cross

The podcast episode delves into the kaleidoscopic examination of the cross as discussed in Brian Zond's book, 'The Wood Between the Worlds.' Zond emphasizes the need to avoid reducing theological discussions about the cross to a single atonement theory, opting instead for varied perspectives presented in the 19 chapters of his book. By likening the examination to a kaleidoscope, Zond highlights the importance of presenting different views that spark honest conversations around the significance of Jesus Christ and his crucifixion.

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