Family Discussion

The Limits of General Revelation

Lisa and Marcos use the current CRT controversies as a test case for this question: How do we understand the limits of general revelation when studied apart from Scripture? Are there limits to this knowledge? How do we make sure we stay on track, particularly when controversy erupts in a "common grace field" like sociology? 

God's Self-Revelation

This week, Lisa and Marcos continue their journey through systematic categories and take a look at the doctrine of revelation. How does the Self-Revelation of God help us think through social justice issues today? 

SPECIAL EPISODE: Ravi, Hillsong, and the Uncertain Future of American Evangelicalism

Lisa and Marcos take a break from their discussions of social justice to address the horrific reports of abuse perpetrated by Ravi Zacharias and the dysfunction at Hillsong Church. Does American Evangelicalism have a future? Pull up a chair for this important Family Discussion. 

God is Just

Whenever Christians talk about Justice, they need to ask about the Justice of God. What does it mean that God is "Just"? What kinds of justice are in the Bible and how can Christians apply them today? Lisa and Marcos continue their systematic look at contentious issues. 

God as Creator

Marcos and Lisa continue their discussions of ethnicity and social justice from the lens of systematic theology. How does the doctrine of God as Creator help us understand these current issues?

The Trinity and Justice

Marcos and Lisa begin their work of applying Systematic Theology to questions of race, ethnicity, and justice. What does the Doctrine of God, particularly the Doctrine of the Trinity, have to say to these important issues? Dive into these deep waters for a filling conversation!

Systematic Theology and Social Justice

Season Three is back! And we're taking a bit of a turn for this second part of the season. Now that we've discussed some of the definitions of race and justice, how might Christians use the categories of systematic theology to move the conversation forward? What is systematic theology anyway? Dive in with Lisa and Marcos for this week's Family Discussion. 

Digital Hirelings

What is a digital hireling and why are they damaging for local churches? In today's episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the distractions and challenges digital hirelings pose, provide tips on how to navigate the many voices clamoring for your attention, and encourage folks into deeper relationships with their local churches. We hope you enjoy this final episode of 2020!

The Church's Role in Culture Change

Does the Church have a place in the ongoing quest for culture change? Can the Church go too far (or not far enough) in seeking that change? Should we engage policy or only people? Lisa and Marcos tackle this controversial but important topic. 

The Goal of Justice Conversations

Many seem to be confused about the end goal of justice conversations in the church. What are we trying to accomplish? How will we know when we've met our goal? Lisa and Marcos share their hope for these conversations and orient the topics of race and justice toward the primary purposes of the Church.