

Speakeasy Theology
Chris EW Green
theological and pastoral reflections on biblical texts and current events cewgreen.substack.com
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Jan 6, 2023 • 1h 19min
Herod's Gut and Mary's Womb
Christopher, Bill, and I discuss the texts for Epiphany, considering what it is that Matthew’s story of the magi has to say to us here and now about how we are to live. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 5, 2023 • 1h 22min
"Poetry is Not a Luxury"
Christopher Brewer and I explore the relationship of poetry to theology and ministry, focusing primarily on a few of my own (Christmas and Epiphany) poems. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 13, 2022 • 1h 34min
Advent 4: Deeper than Hell, Higher than Heaven
In this final episode, Christopher, Bill, and I discuss the threat/promise of hell and the texts for the Fourth Sunday in Advent. Danielle and JP do a stunning version of “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 6, 2022 • 1h 30min
Advent 3: Heaven is Not a Place on Earth
Bill, Christopher, and I discuss the meaning of Advent and the texts for the Third Sunday in Advent—and at the end we have a knock-down, drag-out argument about whether or not NT Wright gets heaven wrong, which is why this episode is so long. Most importantly, Danielle Larson and JP Robles once again do the song for the week. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 1, 2022 • 55min
Systematic Theology in the Spirit of Pentecost
Frank Macchia, a Professor of Christian Theology and an expert in Pentecostal studies, discusses the evolution of systematic theology infused with Pentecostal insights. He explores the significance of the Pentecost in rethinking salvation and inclusivity. Macchia shares humorous anecdotes about blending systematic and historical theology, advocating for ecumenical engagement while critiquing biblicism. He also reflects on the unique challenges of being a Pentecostal theologian, emphasizing how rigorous theology enriches spiritual lives and validates diverse faith experiences.

Nov 29, 2022 • 1h 16min
(2) Judgment: God's Gonna Cut You Down
Bill, Christopher, and I discuss the meaning of Advent and the texts for the Second Sunday in Advent. Music by Danielle Larson and JP Robles. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 22, 2022 • 1h 22min
(1) Death: God is the Thief of the Night
Bill, Christopher, and I discuss the meaning of Advent and the texts for Sunday. Music by JP and Diana Robles. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 10, 2022 • 1h 4min
Let Go and Let God
Rickie joins me to discuss his life post-retirement and his new writing project, which, surprise, surprise, is about Malachi 4. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 8, 2022 • 1h 5min
Maximus the Confessor on the Whole Mystery of Christ
Jordan Wood joins me to discuss speculative Christology and maximalist theological method. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe

Oct 26, 2022 • 2h 2min
Beyond Deconstruction
Oliver Brewer, Salem Bill, and I do a deep dive on Bradley’s new book, which you can (and indeed must!) pre-order here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cewgreen.substack.com/subscribe