Michael Gorman

Course Listening for Lesson 29 - "The Divine Attributes"

Course Listening for Lesson 25 - "Good and Evil"

Renowned scholar Michael Gorman and host Scott McKnight discuss the concept of cruciformity in Pauline theology, its impact on Christian thought, and the benefits of the DPL2. They explore the structure of early Christian communities, the transformative power of the cross, and the practical applications of cruciform living.

Course Listening for Lesson 31 - "God's Knowledge"

Prof. Michael Gorman discusses various philosophical arguments for the existence of God, including the concept of an uncaused cause. He explores the limits and possibilities of using philosophy to understand God's existence, emphasizing the importance of critically evaluating arguments. The chapter also highlights the role of philosophy in understanding the Bible and accessing God without revelation.

Renowned Pauline scholar, Michael Gorman, discusses his new commentary on Romans for pastors and students. They explore the depth of Paul's theology, the concept of righteousness of God, and interpret Paul's statement about salvation of Israel. They also engage in banter, share advice for theology students, and discuss the challenge of building community.

Michael Gorman, a distinguished professor of philosophy at The Catholic University of America, dives deep into the Christological debates surrounding Christ's dual nature. He explores the intricacies of personhood in relation to Christ's assumed human nature versus his divine essence. Gorman references key insights from theologians like Scotus and Aquinas, unraveling the complexities of independence and dependency in understanding Christ's identity. This thought-provoking discussion sheds light on how these theological arguments shape our understanding of human nature and ethics.

Dr. Michael Gorman, an author renowned for his work on Thomistic metaphysics, shares fascinating insights into Aquinas's ideas about existence and the essence of things. He discusses the complex interplay between modern science and philosophical principles while diving deep into the concept of substances. Gorman contrasts Thomistic and Franciscan views, emphasizing the importance of a cohesive understanding of identity. The conversation also touches on realism vs. anti-realism in science and the nature of substantial forms, illuminating the significance of these philosophical explorations.

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Prof. Michael Gorman discuss moral relativism, charitable disagreement, and engaging in difficult conversations with charity. They explore tolerance, the impact of violence on truth claims, and the complexities of maintaining charitable discourse in disagreements. The podcast also delves into managing conflicts in modern culture, the importance of bravery and courage in social engagement, and the parallels between internet communication and demon-like manipulation.

Dr. Michael Gorman, an expert in human flourishing, and feelings management, discusses the interplay between feelings management and moral relativism, the importance of virtues, reason, and moral goodness in human flourishing, re-educating feelings to align with divine principles in Christianity, exploring dryness in spirituality, and comparisons between Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas, and Stoicism.