New Persuasive Words
Scott Jones & Bill Borror
New Persuasive Words is a sharp and insightful podcast that dissects the intersections of culture, politics, and theology with intellectual rigor and a conversational ease. Hosted by Scott Jones and Bill Borror, the show offers a thoughtful examination of contemporary issues, blending humor, historical perspective, and philosophical depth. With a keen eye for nuance and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, New Persuasive Words invites listeners into a space where ideas are tested, assumptions are questioned, and meaningful dialogue thrives.
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Mar 1, 2019 • 28min
Episode 254: The Visible and the Invisible
In this episode we talk about the visible and invisible church, and our ideals and the church's realities.
Feb 19, 2019 • 29min
Episode 253: Facts Don't Change People's Minds
In this episode, inspired by something we read online, we talk about the inability of facts to change minds. If facts are stubborn things, are our minds even more stubborn? Why is this the case?
You can find the article we reference here.
Feb 9, 2019 • 42min
Episode 252: The Righteous and The Woke...Flip Sides of the Same Coin?
In this episode, inspired by a piece written by Valerie Tarico, we talk about the strange similarities between some types of conservative evangelicals and woke activists. Most people wouldn't see these groups having much in common. But does their particular sort of tribalism make their similarities greater than their differences?
You can find Valerie Tarico's piece here: http://new.exchristian.net/2019/02/the-righteousness-and-woke-why.html.
Feb 5, 2019 • 1h 5min
Episode 251: Talking Theology, Culture and Counter-Culture with Dave Fitch
In this episode we talk with friend and always interesting interlocutor David Fitch. Dave is a theologian, pastor and church planter. He's also a self-described "Neo-Anabaptist." He also identifies as an evangelical Christian. We ask him about his Neo-Anabaptist theological vision and how it relates to the evangelical tradition in North America. Special Guest: David Fitch.
Jan 29, 2019 • 1h 6min
Episode 250: 250!
In this our 250th episode, we are joined by our friend Matt Milliner. We discuss a host of issues and ideas and do a lot of laughing along the way. Special Guest: Matt Milliner.
Jan 17, 2019 • 28min
Episode 249: Grace is Grace
In this episode we talk about grace. Specifically, we talk about the term common grace, and how to us grace always seems particular and special.
Jan 6, 2019 • 32min
Episode 248: What We Worry About
In this episode we talk about the things that keep us up at night, and the things that don't.
Dec 24, 2018 • 27min
Episode 247: Origen, Irenaeus, and The Meaning of Christmas
In this episode we consider two different ancient approaches to the meaning of redemption and the role of Jesus in it, and how it shapes our understanding of Christmas.
Dec 11, 2018 • 27min
Episode 246: Keep the Christendom in Christmas
In this episode we talk about the blessing of Advent and Christmas traditions and the benefits of living in a culture even superficially shaped by the Christian story.
Nov 23, 2018 • 41min
Episode 245: Keeping The Faith
In this episode we interact with a recent piece that appeared on the Gospel Coalition website. The author claims that there is slippery slope (or natural progression?) from progressive evangelical Christianity to atheism. We're less than convinced.
You can find the piece, written by Alisa Childers, here: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/3-beliefs-progressive-christians-atheists-share/.
