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In this episode, Joe and Louis discuss the topic of chronemics or the study of the role of time in communications. How can time (or our perception of it) affect the way in which we communicate with one another or with God?

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In this episode, we survey a topic of study that is radically important for today's world: communication. Joe and Louis unpack the stages of communication as well as discuss the nuances and challenges of interpersonal communication. We also discuss communication with God and reflect on the relationship of communication between the individual and God.

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Communication Wikipedia Page
\nLitany of Humility

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In this episode we examine the suffering and perseverance of a legendary baseball power couple: Roberto and Vera Clemente. We discuss their powerful story and zero in on some key moments in which they experience a unique suffering as well as the choices they each made to overcome their circumstances.

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Roberto Clemente Wiki Page
\nVera Clemente Wiki Page
\nCompilation of Highlights & Interviews On Roberto Clemente

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In this episode we discuss suffering. With so much suffering experienced globally and in our lives, how can we gain a deeper understanding of this human experience? Is suffering necessary to live one's life? Is it avoidable? How can we use suffering for the greater Good? We will first take a look at suffering through different philosophical lenses followed by a discussion on Christianity's understanding of suffering.

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Wikipedia: Suffering
\nMatthew 10:38-39
\nJohn 16:32-33
\nCatechism of the Catholic Church: Par. 1505

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In this episode we conclude our discussion on Catholicism. Joe shares his experiences with both the Protestant and Catholic church and his calling within their respective communities. We also discuss the Catholic church's checkered past with scandals and morale shortcomings.

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In this episode we continue our conversation on Catholicism. Joe explains some of the history behind the Reformation. We also discuss the theology of Mary and her significant impact on the Church.

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Works Cited:
\nThomas Joseph White – The Light of Christ: An Introduction to Catholicism
\nKarl Adams – The Spirit of Catholicism
\nLouis Bouyer – The Spirit and Forms of Protestantism
\nBishop Robert Barron Youtube Channel
\nCatholic Answers

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In this episode, we pause our ongoing discussion on Catholicism to discuss and reflect on 9/11. Joe and Louis share their experiences of being in NY on that day and the collective trauma it has created. Joe also discuss ways in which we are able to process, heal, and ultimately grow from such tragedies in our lives.

","summary":"In this episode, we pause our ongoing discussion on Catholicism to discuss and reflect on 9/11. Joe and Louis share their experiences of being in NY on that day and the collective trauma it has created. Joe also discuss ways in which we are able to process, heal, and ultimately grow from such tragedies in our lives.","date_published":"2021-09-11T08:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/25e4c48d-0a58-4827-9169-5ba65c6959f8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29781472,"duration_in_seconds":2481}]},{"id":"c0902bfb-8f93-43f1-b0c2-32a449be4f6a","title":"On Catholicism - Part One","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/30","content_text":"In this episode, Joe shares his journey with Catholicism. We also discuss the Catholic church as a whole and its existence in the context of today's world. This is the start of a multipart discussion on Catholicism and the Christian faith.","content_html":"

In this episode, Joe shares his journey with Catholicism. We also discuss the Catholic church as a whole and its existence in the context of today's world. This is the start of a multipart discussion on Catholicism and the Christian faith.

","summary":"In this episode, Joe shares his journey with Catholicism. We also discuss the Catholic church as a whole and its existence in the context of today's world. This is the start of a multipart discussion on Catholicism and the Christian faith.","date_published":"2021-09-04T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/c0902bfb-8f93-43f1-b0c2-32a449be4f6a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36239255,"duration_in_seconds":3019}]},{"id":"c1bdf955-51f5-4cc7-8f38-4446ea5c8b2a","title":"On Covid - Part 3: Hope in the Face of Death","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/29","content_text":"We conclude our conversations about the pandemic centered around a vital force: HOPE. Despite the horror we are all facing, how do we have hope to keep moving forward? In this episode, Joe offers some practical ways to develop hope in our personal lives as well as share that love with our enemies as we live for a better future.\n\nWorks Referenced:\n\n\nMan’s Search for meaning – Viktor Frankl\nEschatology: Death and Eternal Life – Joseph Ratzinger\n","content_html":"

We conclude our conversations about the pandemic centered around a vital force: HOPE. Despite the horror we are all facing, how do we have hope to keep moving forward? In this episode, Joe offers some practical ways to develop hope in our personal lives as well as share that love with our enemies as we live for a better future.

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Works Referenced:

\n\n","summary":"We conclude our conversations about the pandemic centered around a vital force: HOPE. Despite the horror we are all facing, how do we have hope to keep moving forward? In this episode, Joe offers some practical ways to develop hope in our personal lives as well as share that love with our enemies as we live for a better future.","date_published":"2021-08-28T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/c1bdf955-51f5-4cc7-8f38-4446ea5c8b2a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29336672,"duration_in_seconds":2251}]},{"id":"7d309b03-1f50-4679-b528-f024936b0aba","title":"On Covid - Part Two","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/28","content_text":"We continue our conversation on the impacts of covid on the individual. This week we discuss the role capitalism has played on the pandemic. Joe also shares some useful tips on listening well and escaping our echo chambers.","content_html":"

We continue our conversation on the impacts of covid on the individual. This week we discuss the role capitalism has played on the pandemic. Joe also shares some useful tips on listening well and escaping our echo chambers.

","summary":"We continue our conversation on the impacts of covid on the individual. This week we discuss the role capitalism has played on the pandemic. Joe also shares some useful tips on listening well and escaping our echo chambers.","date_published":"2021-08-21T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/7d309b03-1f50-4679-b528-f024936b0aba.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25347761,"duration_in_seconds":2112}]},{"id":"0a8d2ef6-b25e-4937-ab08-79ac73aa9040","title":"On Covid - Part One","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/27","content_text":"And we're back! Get ready for an ongoing series of conversations and reflections to help you reflect on today's world. \n\nOn Covid: \nIn this three part series, we take a look at the ongoing pandemic and its effects on society. \n\nPart One\nIn this episode we discuss our personal living experiences during the pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the absurd death toll of the virus.","content_html":"

And we're back! Get ready for an ongoing series of conversations and reflections to help you reflect on today's world.

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On Covid:
\nIn this three part series, we take a look at the ongoing pandemic and its effects on society.

\n\n

Part One
\nIn this episode we discuss our personal living experiences during the pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the absurd death toll of the virus.

","summary":"Get ready for an ongoing series of thought provoking conversations to help you reflect on today's world. In this three part series, we take a look at the ongoing pandemic and its effects on society. In this episode we discuss our personal living experiences during the pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the absurd death toll of the virus.","date_published":"2021-08-14T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/0a8d2ef6-b25e-4937-ab08-79ac73aa9040.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27338919,"duration_in_seconds":2278}]},{"id":"700580e7-13d5-4890-b7bf-6035856b1f3c","title":"The Good Life - Part 2: Authentic Freedom","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/26","content_text":"Freedom is an integral part in the search for the good life. What does it mean to be free? In this episode, Joe provides some interesting perspectives on two different types of freedom.","content_html":"

Freedom is an integral part in the search for the good life. What does it mean to be free? In this episode, Joe provides some interesting perspectives on two different types of freedom.

","summary":"Freedom is an integral part in the search for the good life. What does it mean to be free? In this episode, Joe provides some interesting perspectives on two different types of freedom.","date_published":"2019-11-22T12:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/700580e7-13d5-4890-b7bf-6035856b1f3c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23998250,"duration_in_seconds":1780}]},{"id":"e10bb8e3-0baf-47b2-b4e6-5df72e34dcd8","title":"The Good Life - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/25","content_text":"The ancient Greek philosophers set out to answer a question that is relevant now more than ever: What is the good life? In this episode Joe talks about value, the quest for the Good, and hedonism.","content_html":"

The ancient Greek philosophers set out to answer a question that is relevant now more than ever: What is the good life? In this episode Joe talks about value, the quest for the Good, and hedonism.

","summary":"The ancient Greek philosophers set out to answer a question that is relevant now more than ever: What is the good life? In this episode Joe talks about intrinsic value, the Good, and hedonism.","date_published":"2019-11-08T10:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/e10bb8e3-0baf-47b2-b4e6-5df72e34dcd8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23381984,"duration_in_seconds":1729}]},{"id":"429f15df-f6c6-4e90-bfef-d486aa4e649c","title":"The Meta - Metaphysics Part 3","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/24","content_text":"We conclude our discussion on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the cave. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.","content_html":"

We conclude our discussion on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the cave. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.

","summary":"We conclude our discussion on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the cave. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.","date_published":"2019-08-23T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/429f15df-f6c6-4e90-bfef-d486aa4e649c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29113656,"duration_in_seconds":2207}]},{"id":"b2321cfb-46c5-4ef7-a9f7-8ab0fa2638e5","title":"The Meta - Metaphysics Part 2","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/23","content_text":"We continue our series on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the divided line. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.","content_html":"

We continue our series on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the divided line. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.

","summary":"We continue our series on Metaphysics! In this episode we discuss Plato's analogy of the divided line. Joe unpacks the profound ideas from Plato and how it can impact our outlook of the world today.","date_published":"2019-08-16T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/b2321cfb-46c5-4ef7-a9f7-8ab0fa2638e5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32893442,"duration_in_seconds":2521}]},{"id":"5c92b9f5-aa70-4e3e-bfc8-3852bab48328","title":"The Meta - Metaphysics Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/22","content_text":"We begin our series on Metaphysics! This branch of philosophy explores the nature of reality and existence. In this episode Joe discusses why he thinks metaphysics is a subject of utmost importance, why contemplation of this topic can be beneficial for our lives, and why he thinks Plato is a G.\n\nSend us your questions, comments, and feedback to ImagoDeiPodcast@gmail.com","content_html":"

We begin our series on Metaphysics! This branch of philosophy explores the nature of reality and existence. In this episode Joe discusses why he thinks metaphysics is a subject of utmost importance, why contemplation of this topic can be beneficial for our lives, and why he thinks Plato is a G.

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Send us your questions, comments, and feedback to ImagoDeiPodcast@gmail.com

","summary":"We begin our series on Metaphysics! This branch of philosophy explores the nature of reality and existence. In this episode Joe discusses why he thinks metaphysics is a subject of utmost importance, why contemplation of this topic can be beneficial for our lives, and why he thinks Plato is a G.","date_published":"2019-07-26T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/5c92b9f5-aa70-4e3e-bfc8-3852bab48328.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36946132,"duration_in_seconds":2859}]},{"id":"982efb54-cbf0-4871-a105-38fb68e17166","title":"Maximus - Part 3: The Eschatalogical Flesh","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/21","content_text":"We close our series on Maximus The Confessor! In this part, Joe and Lou discuss Maximus' theology of the body and the implications this has in our faith as Christians.\n\nDownload the paper here.","content_html":"

We close our series on Maximus The Confessor! In this part, Joe and Lou discuss Maximus' theology of the body and the implications this has in our faith as Christians.

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Download the paper here.

","summary":"We close our series on Maximus The Confessor! In this part, Joe and Lou discuss Maximus' theology of the body and the implications this has in our faith as Christians.","date_published":"2019-07-12T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/982efb54-cbf0-4871-a105-38fb68e17166.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37344466,"duration_in_seconds":2893}]},{"id":"b0631d56-d36b-40b6-a96a-3022b5df4f72","title":"Maximus - Part 2: The Somatic Christ","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/20","content_text":"We continue our discussion on some very important ideas from 7th century theologian, Maximus the Confessor. Maximus' theology of the body was explored in a recent paper by Joe and we unpack these ideas for today's world. In this part we explore the nature of Christ in light of Maximus' ideas.\n\nDownload the paper here.","content_html":"

We continue our discussion on some very important ideas from 7th century theologian, Maximus the Confessor. Maximus' theology of the body was explored in a recent paper by Joe and we unpack these ideas for today's world. In this part we explore the nature of Christ in light of Maximus' ideas.

\n\n

Download the paper here.

","summary":"We continue our discussion on some very important ideas from 7th century theologian, Maximus the Confessor. Maximus' theology of the body was explored in a recent paper by Joe and we unpack these ideas for today's world. In this part we explore the nature of Christ in light of Maximus' ideas.","date_published":"2019-07-05T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/b0631d56-d36b-40b6-a96a-3022b5df4f72.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39110828,"duration_in_seconds":3040}]},{"id":"904c7464-905e-4a05-9add-23d8f25c8e7e","title":"Maximus - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/19","content_text":"In this series we discuss some very important ideas from 7th century theologian, Maximus the Confessor. Maximus' theology of the body was explored in a recent paper by Joe and we unpack these ideas for today's world.\n\nDownload the paper here.","content_html":"

In this series we discuss some very important ideas from 7th century theologian, Maximus the Confessor. Maximus' theology of the body was explored in a recent paper by Joe and we unpack these ideas for today's world.

\n\n

Download the paper here.

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In this episode, we discuss a recent project Louis completed for a church retreat: A large-scale game. Can game design be utilized to preach the gospel?

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Download the Game Manual

","summary":"In this episode, we discuss a recent project Louis completed for a church retreat: A large-scale game. Can game design be utilized to preach the gospel?","date_published":"2019-06-07T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/5e477377-ef76-4e67-a3be-75fc116fffe9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30139299,"duration_in_seconds":2291}]},{"id":"70825ecc-aaf5-4e63-8ebf-42cb496724ec","title":"The Black Hole","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/17","content_text":"In this episode, Joe and Lou discuss the recent developments of the first captured images of a black hole. Joe recounts his early interests in astrophysics as well as discuss the relationship between metaphysics, science, and mathematics.","content_html":"

In this episode, Joe and Lou discuss the recent developments of the first captured images of a black hole. Joe recounts his early interests in astrophysics as well as discuss the relationship between metaphysics, science, and mathematics.

","summary":"In this episode, Joe and Lou discuss the recent developments of the first captured images of a black hole. Joe recounts his early interests in astrophysics as well as discuss the relationship between metaphysics, science, and mathematics.","date_published":"2019-04-26T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/70825ecc-aaf5-4e63-8ebf-42cb496724ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26644089,"duration_in_seconds":1501}]},{"id":"4ffc9d85-f37d-4a9c-a996-a894811d8488","title":"The End of Death - Part 2: From Death to Life","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"Last week, Joe and I talked about the perception of death in today’s world. We spoke about the lack of exposure to death and the ways in which we are shielded from it.\n\nToday, In honor of Good Friday, in this episode we talk about how Christ used death to point to heaven. What was Jesus saying about death during the crucifixion? How should we as Christians view and use death in our everyday life? We hope that the following reflection will give you some food for thought.\n\nEnjoy.","content_html":"

Last week, Joe and I talked about the perception of death in today’s world. We spoke about the lack of exposure to death and the ways in which we are shielded from it.

\n\n

Today, In honor of Good Friday, in this episode we talk about how Christ used death to point to heaven. What was Jesus saying about death during the crucifixion? How should we as Christians view and use death in our everyday life? We hope that the following reflection will give you some food for thought.

\n\n

Enjoy.

","summary":"Last week, Joe and I talked about the perception of death in today’s world. We spoke about the lack of exposure to death and the ways in which we are shielded from it.\r\n\r\nToday, In honor of Good Friday, in this episode we talk about how Christ used death to point to heaven. What was Jesus saying about death during the crucifixion? How should we as Christians view and use death in our everyday life? We hope that the following reflection will give you some food for thought.\r\n\r\nEnjoy.","date_published":"2019-04-19T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/4ffc9d85-f37d-4a9c-a996-a894811d8488.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18914092,"duration_in_seconds":1356}]},{"id":"31336478-8561-4517-9ab7-fa5b971744da","title":"The End of Death - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"In this episode, Joe and Louis talk about the change in the perception of death that is happening in our world. Why is it important in life to be exposed to death? What are the ways in which this exposure is being eliminated?\n\nWorks Cited:\nJohn Behr Article","content_html":"

In this episode, Joe and Louis talk about the change in the perception of death that is happening in our world. Why is it important in life to be exposed to death? What are the ways in which this exposure is being eliminated?

\n\n

Works Cited:
\nJohn Behr Article

","summary":"In this episode, Joe and Louis talk about the change in the perception of death that is happening in our world. Why is it important in life to be exposed to death? What are the ways in which this exposure is being eliminated?","date_published":"2019-04-10T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/31336478-8561-4517-9ab7-fa5b971744da.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":12973615,"duration_in_seconds":1078}]},{"id":"69ead163-3218-4aa7-b826-1f14d44321c6","title":"Plato Gives Dating Advice","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"We kick things off with a series of conversations about Plato, one of philosophy's most important and influential thinkers. In this episode Joe explains the significance of Plato's teachings, gives a summary of one of Plato's famous teachings, and (most importantly) imagines Plato giving dating advice to a heartbroken soul. \n\nMusic by Chillhop: http://chillhop.com/listen\nJoakim Karud - Canals\nBluntone - The Whut\nAso - Sun Child\nPhilanthrope - Isolation\n\nEmail your questions/comments to us at: imagodeipodcast@gmail.com","content_html":"

We kick things off with a series of conversations about Plato, one of philosophy's most important and influential thinkers. In this episode Joe explains the significance of Plato's teachings, gives a summary of one of Plato's famous teachings, and (most importantly) imagines Plato giving dating advice to a heartbroken soul.

\n\n

Music by Chillhop: http://chillhop.com/listen
\nJoakim Karud - Canals
\nBluntone - The Whut
\nAso - Sun Child
\nPhilanthrope - Isolation

\n\n

Email your questions/comments to us at: imagodeipodcast@gmail.com

","summary":"Here we go! We kick things off with a series of conversations about Plato, one of philosophy's most important and influential thinkers. In this episode Joe explains the significance of Plato's teachings, gives a summary of one of Plato's famous teachings, and (most importantly) imagines Plato giving dating advice to a heartbroken soul. ","date_published":"2018-09-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/69ead163-3218-4aa7-b826-1f14d44321c6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25312672,"duration_in_seconds":1887}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-07-09T14_36_50-07_00","title":"Love The Person You See - Part 2","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"In this episode, we continue our conversation from last week on Kierkegaard. In an excerpt from his book \"Works of Love\" what is Kierkegaard saying about the way a Christian ought to love?","content_html":"

In this episode, we continue our conversation from last week on Kierkegaard. In an excerpt from his book "Works of Love" what is Kierkegaard saying about the way a Christian ought to love?

","summary":"In this episode, we continue our conversation from last week on Kierkegaard. In an excerpt from his book \"Works of Love\" what is Kierkegaard saying about the way a Christian ought to love?","date_published":"2018-07-09T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/a9ab15a7-c48b-4eb9-9770-c895f21d5347.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15156346,"duration_in_seconds":1243}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-07-02T05_23_24-07_00","title":"Love The Person You See - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"Being commanded to love is no small task. In this episode, Joe and Lou unpack an excerpt from Kierkegaard, a 19th century Danish philosopher. What does it mean to truly love the person you see?","content_html":"

Being commanded to love is no small task. In this episode, Joe and Lou unpack an excerpt from Kierkegaard, a 19th century Danish philosopher. What does it mean to truly love the person you see?

","summary":"Being commanded to love is no small task. In this episode, Joe and Lou unpack an excerpt from Kierkegaard, a 19th century Danish philosopher. What does it mean to truly love the person you see?","date_published":"2018-07-02T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/5304f57c-da67-4d3c-a40c-e50296b845bd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21824749,"duration_in_seconds":1350}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-06-18T07_09_29-07_00","title":"Papa Francis","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"In this episode, Joe wants to write a letter to the pope. Joe and Louis both reflect on the film Pope Francis: A man of his word, and discuss poverty and Catholicism. \n\nBe warned there are some minor spoilers about the film (but seriously, try to see the movie if you can).","content_html":"

In this episode, Joe wants to write a letter to the pope. Joe and Louis both reflect on the film Pope Francis: A man of his word, and discuss poverty and Catholicism.

\n\n

Be warned there are some minor spoilers about the film (but seriously, try to see the movie if you can).

","summary":"In this episode, Joe wants to write a letter to the pope. Joe and Louis both reflect on the film Pope Francis: A man of his word, and discuss poverty and Catholicism. \r\n\r\nBe warned there are some minor spoilers about the film (but seriously, try to see the movie if you can).","date_published":"2018-06-18T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/66f447b0-4db4-426e-bed3-fa9fb9ab9d9d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29755644,"duration_in_seconds":1693}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-06-10T11_29_06-07_00","title":"Through The Word: James Part 2","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"Continuing from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ. ","content_html":"

Continuing from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.

","summary":"Continuing from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ. ","date_published":"2018-06-10T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/77e3b7f7-4d93-4c7b-8350-78cf4a35d107.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26759833,"duration_in_seconds":1507}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-05-28T11_27_38-07_00","title":"Through The Word: James - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"Why is it important to not only hear the Word of God but also put it into practice? Recorded from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.","content_html":"

Why is it important to not only hear the Word of God but also put it into practice? Recorded from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.

","summary":"Why is it important to not only hear the Word of God but also put it into practice? Recorded from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.","date_published":"2018-05-28T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/00b061a1-82fb-4bb8-8fd1-4e2607cc3512.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24003877,"duration_in_seconds":1487}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-05-21T14_05_51-07_00","title":"On Pleasure - Part 2","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part two of that discussion.","content_html":"

Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part two of that discussion.

","summary":"Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part two of that discussion.","date_published":"2018-05-21T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/9d75a4a5-35f8-495a-8d68-51df7c6f3cc0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19399357,"duration_in_seconds":1047}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-05-14T18_20_48-07_00","title":"On Pleasure - Part 1","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/7","content_text":"Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part one of that discussion.","content_html":"

Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part one of that discussion.

","summary":"Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part one of that discussion.","date_published":"2018-05-14T21:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/fd45528a-3533-42ab-bc38-6e77d89107f7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18597866,"duration_in_seconds":998}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-04-16T08_06_52-07_00","title":"The God Who Loves","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/6","content_text":"What does it mean that God is love? How does God demonstrate love? In this episode, I examine God's nature and character as revealed in the gospel of John and the book of Genesis.","content_html":"

What does it mean that God is love? How does God demonstrate love? In this episode, I examine God's nature and character as revealed in the gospel of John and the book of Genesis.

","summary":"What does it mean that God is love? How does God demonstrate love? In this episode, I examine God's nature and character as revealed in the gospel of John and the book of Genesis.","date_published":"2018-04-16T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/99f2b648-d10d-406b-8f6d-d0a9f8db89f2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":16412890,"duration_in_seconds":1148}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-03-02T14_33_10-08_00","title":"Grace","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/5","content_text":"In this episode I reflect on the nature of grace and its relationship to creation and our own life. What is grace and how does God come to us through it? What is the relationship between grace and creation? Grace and our actions? \n\nHow can I live in light of grace? ","content_html":"

In this episode I reflect on the nature of grace and its relationship to creation and our own life. What is grace and how does God come to us through it? What is the relationship between grace and creation? Grace and our actions?

\n\n

How can I live in light of grace?

","summary":"In this episode I reflect on the nature of grace and its relationship to creation and our own life. What is grace and how does God come to us through it? What is the relationship between grace and creation? Grace and our actions? How can I live in light of grace? ","date_published":"2018-03-02T17:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/e6c3526a-5e24-4760-bf6a-de85d728b216.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26599550,"duration_in_seconds":1499}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-01-19T11_31_11-08_00","title":"God and the Good Life ","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/4","content_text":"What is the Good life? Why do I long for more out of life? And how does God factor into all of this? On this week's episode of Imago Dei I explore some of these questions and more. ","content_html":"

What is the Good life? Why do I long for more out of life? And how does God factor into all of this? On this week's episode of Imago Dei I explore some of these questions and more.

","summary":"What is the Good life? Why do I long for more out of life? And how does God factor into all of this? On this week's episode of Imago Dei I explore some of these questions and more. ","date_published":"2018-01-19T14:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/7dd284cb-0c32-4fb0-ad5b-66e42cf60bf3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29185900,"duration_in_seconds":1660}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-01-12T08_12_41-08_00","title":"Philosophy and Life ","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/3","content_text":"What is philosophy? How can it affect my life? In this episode I offer a short meditation on the nature of philosophy and how it can positively impact your life. Enjoy! ","content_html":"

What is philosophy? How can it affect my life? In this episode I offer a short meditation on the nature of philosophy and how it can positively impact your life. Enjoy!

","summary":"What is philosophy? How can it affect my life? In this episode I offer a short meditation on the nature of philosophy and how it can positively impact your life. Enjoy! ","date_published":"2018-01-12T11:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/4794ad07-f37b-4ddd-91fb-1cb8035e4815.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24653507,"duration_in_seconds":1377}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2018-01-05T08_13_45-08_00","title":"True Freedom ","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/2","content_text":"On the first episode of 2018, a reflection on the nature of freedom is discussed. \n\nWhat is freedom? And what does it mean to truly be free? ","content_html":"

On the first episode of 2018, a reflection on the nature of freedom is discussed.

\n\n

What is freedom? And what does it mean to truly be free?

","summary":"On the first episode of 2018, a reflection on the nature of freedom is discussed. ","date_published":"2018-01-05T11:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/664ece3d-691b-4909-8703-9a3c2e8ec2ca.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29711635,"duration_in_seconds":1693}]},{"id":"https://bktheologian.podomatic.com/entry/2017-06-21T07_02_03-07_00","title":"Christianity & Philosophy ","url":"https://imagodei.fireside.fm/1","content_text":"Rev. Ortiz and I discuss the relationship between Christianity and classical, modern, and postmodern thought. ","content_html":"

Rev. Ortiz and I discuss the relationship between Christianity and classical, modern, and postmodern thought.

","summary":"Rev. Ortiz and I discuss the relationship between Christianity and classical, modern, and postmodern thought.","date_published":"2017-06-21T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0fd36f03-2da1-40a9-a4cc-b5a479171336/4e359bf5-a333-4171-b00c-e0842e5d0d63.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":49634561,"duration_in_seconds":2938}]}]}