In this final episode of Identity we wrap up the discussion by presenting the ancient Christian concept of identity formation and what it looked like in the Early Church.
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12 Review
In this episode we review the major topics that were covered in the last 11 weeks. We push in on the social basis for our identities and recognize that our identities are not formed singularly but rather collectively.
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Identity 11 Teleology
In this episode of Teleology we unpack the four causes by Aristotle and examine the role of final causality in our search for meaning. Briefly unpacking the scientific progress that resulted from ignoring final causes and focusing upon material, formal, and effecient causality we discover the roots of our mechanical understanding. Then we explore how this has resulted in a loss of meaning and purpose in our lives.
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Identity 10 Nationalism
In this episode we discuss the history of Nationalism and the idea of a nation state. What does it mean to be an American? What is an american? To whom should we be loyal? How should a government relate to its people?
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Identity 9 Universal Humanism
Universal Humanism is the idea that a person should be loyal to the human race. In this episode we uncover the complex history of different cultures and ideas that believe in Universal Humanism.
ReThink Mission is a podcast released ever other week by historic Missiologist Dr. Michael Brown. In this podcast we discuss issues related to current American culture, Globalization, practical Theology, Religion, Christian Mission, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, and Evangelism.Our current project is called "Jesus and Mission." Throughout the 23 episodes, we will examine the life and mission of Jesus within his geo-political time and place.
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