Greg Boyd: Apologies & Explanations
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Listen to Greg Boyd share his wisdom and insight 3 times per week. Recognized in 2010 as one of the 20 most influential living Christian scholars, Greg's teachings have enlightened people all over the world in their search for God. Get to know Greg and his profound theology through these short, impactful episodes.
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Dec 29, 2025 • 2min
What Resources Can I Use to Teach Cruciform Hermeneutics?
Greg talks about the Cross Vision Study Guide. Episode 1312 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankent Twitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
Dec 27, 2025 • 5min
How Can I Vote without Engaging in Christian Nationalism?
Greg talks about the complexity of the interface of faith and politics. Episode 1311 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankent Twitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
Dec 15, 2025 • 3min
How Does the Holy Spirit's Conception of Jesus Relate to the God-Breathed Humans in the Garden?
Greg talks about the creation of Adam and the creation of Jesus. Episode 1310 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankent Twitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
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Dec 10, 2025 • 4min
How Do Open Theists Account for Jeremiah 1 and Psalm 139?
The discussion dives into how verses from Jeremiah 1 and Psalm 139 challenge the principles of open theism. Greg highlights Jeremiah's calling yet emphasizes his free will to resist. The poetic nuances of Psalm 139 are examined, cautioning against rigid interpretations. Three distinct views on the concept of 'numbered days' are considered, and Greg advises careful reading of poetic texts. Ultimately, he concludes that these scriptures do not definitively disprove open theism.
Dec 9, 2025 • 7min
How Do We Account for Ancient Animal Suffering?
Greg talks about animal suffering. Episode 1308 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankentTwitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
Dec 2, 2025 • 5min
Does God Grade on a Curve?
Given how different our abilities, life stories, contexts, and circumstances are, does God take all of that into account when judging people? Episode 1307 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankentTwitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
Nov 24, 2025 • 5min
Does the Threat of Hell Make God's Love Tantamount to Rape?
The podcast delves into the complexities of divine love versus coercion, questioning whether the threat of hell undermines God's intentions. Greg critiques the idea that love can stem from forced beliefs, comparing it to medieval methods of coercion. He emphasizes that genuine love cannot flourish under threats, advocating for a model of God that draws people in with kindness rather than intimidation. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the distinction between self-inflicted consequences and coercive threats, affirming that true love is rooted in free will.
Nov 12, 2025 • 4min
Why Did Jesus Curse the Fig Tree?
Did Jesus throw a divine temper tantrum because he woke up hungry and the fig tree had no fruit (even though it was out of season)? Renowned theological arborist Greg Boyd considers the situation. Episode 1305 Greg's new book: Inspired Imperfection Dan's new book: Confident Humility Send Questions To: Dan: @thatdankentTwitter: @reKnewOrg Facebook: ReKnew Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com Links: Greg's book:"Crucifixion of the Warrior God" Website: ReKnew.org
Nov 5, 2025 • 5min
Does God Design Each Child, or Does God Let Nature Design Us?
The discussion dives into the complexities of genetics and divine design, exploring the tension between the beauty of creation and the existence of suffering. Greg contrasts Psalm 139's message of intimacy with the reality of painful birth deformities, suggesting that nature, while fundamentally good, has been corrupted. He highlights Jesus' healings as a testament to God's opposition to affliction and examines the ambiguity of what constitutes 'normal' human variation. Ultimately, he asserts that severe conditions hint at a deviation from God's intended design.
Oct 31, 2025 • 9min
What Do You Think About Using Violence to Stop Church Mass Shootings?
The discussion centers on the controversial topic of using violence for church protection against mass shootings. Greg shares his pacifist beliefs, arguing that Jesus' teachings discourage armed responses. He explains the conflict between armed security and the message of nonviolence. Dan confronts his own struggles with these ideals. They both explore how violence ultimately devours the user, reflecting on the spiritual consequences of living by the sword. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder of the destructive nature of violence.
