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Sinopse
Asking and sometimes answering tough questions about faith, religion and culture.
Episódios
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Faith Stories: JW (REVISITED)
21/06/2020 Duração: 55minLast week, the world lost a beautiful soul, JW Studgeon. Faith Uncut would not exist without him. As we’re preparing to celebrate his life, this week, we’re remembering the last conversation we had with JW. It was filled with beautiful moments. Stay for the end where we captured some candid conversation.
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Black Lives Matter
31/05/2020 Duração: 45minBlack Lives Matter…that’s it. That’s the description. For more ways to help, D. Danyelle Thomas (https://www.unfitchristian.com) compiled the following list where you can donate: Bail Funds / Legal Help By City - https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1X4-YS3vFn5CLL9QtJSU0xqmTh_h8XilXgOqGAjZISBI/mobilebasic?fbclid=IwAR1HcptubH71KYLCnCx1EGdXEis5T7iWLwDDwaOZkCBbDLBlZru9A8IA5-k Minnesota Freedom Fund - https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/donate Philadelphia Bail Fund - https://www.phillybailfund.org/donate Memphis Community Bail Fund - http://justcity.org/what-we-do/mcbfund Atlanta Solidarity Fund - https://atlsolidarity.org/ Louisville Bail Project - https://www.facebook.com/TBPLouisville/ Brooklyn Community Bail Fund - https://brooklynbailfund.org/ Kansas City Action Network - https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/it-aint-over-legal-fund
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Marooned in Babylon
10/05/2020 Duração: 32minThis week we take a look at lessons from the Book of Daniel for how marooned communities survive in the Empire. These lessons are especially relevant for where we currently find ourselves. It was a tough week. Come sit with us.
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On the Altar of Capitalism
26/04/2020 Duração: 40minAs states begin to reopen, we discuss why the god of Capitalism requires its human sacrifice. It has always been this way. What can we do to avoid the altar? Join us.
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Jesus Didn't Die For This
11/04/2020 Duração: 28minIt’s Easter. Stay home. Save lives. If you are or have been a Black seminarian, don’t forget to register for the National Association of Black Seminarians and Alumni. It’s a community. It’s resources. It’s for you! http://bit.ly/blacksemdirectory
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Protecting Your Mental Health
05/04/2020 Duração: 27minWe’re all experiencing a new way of living. With it, comes anxiety and new challenges to navigate. We’re back to help you through it. If you are or have been a Black seminarian, don’t forget to register for the National Association of Black Seminarians and Alumni. It’s a community. It’s resources. It’s for you! http://bit.ly/blacksemdirectory
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Persecution Complex
08/03/2020 Duração: 35minThis week we’re discussing persecution. What has it meant for Christians and why is it invoked so frequently? Being in power matters. Can you be persecuted while being in the power position? We also discuss the National Association of Black Seminarians and Alumni, a new organization intended to develop a national network to connect and provide support for both Black seminarians and alumni. The directory link mentioned in the show is: http://bit.ly/blacksemdirectory
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Afrofuturism w/Dr. Roger Sneed
22/02/2020 Duração: 38minOur fourth and final episode of Black History Month 2020, Dr. Roger Sneed joins us to discuss Afrofuturism. We discuss the important role of Afrofuturism as we anticipate liberation. Using our energy to look forward is a powerful tool to affirm us and heal from past wounds. This episode is full of Star Trek, Black Panther, Janelle Monae and all forms of beautiful, Black hope. Dream with us!
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We Don't Need Another Hero
16/02/2020 Duração: 33minThis week, we’re discussing the many ways Black people have saved us. We are the heroes. Know us.
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HBCUs: A Different World
09/02/2020 Duração: 42minIt’s Black History Month! So, we’re continuing the celebration with a look at the institutions we built to build us. We discuss the history of HBCUs, their spiritual foundations, and how they function to educate and equip black scholars despite the obstacles working against them. We need them and they need us!
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Ode to Black Church
02/02/2020 Duração: 43minWe’re starting Black History Month off with a look at Black church. Whether you attend or avoid church, the Black church has served, and continues to serve, an important function regarding Black identity. This is a love letter to the institution we built to build us.
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Cry Dolla $ign
26/01/2020 Duração: 42minWe’re back! This episode we attempt to find ways to heal from church hurt, centering around money. There are reasons this particular type of hurt lingers. We explore those, discuss ways to move past that pain, and get into why it’s important for everyone.
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#Goals
28/12/2019 Duração: 39minMike and Amera discuss surviving 2019 and goals for 2020. This episode covers strategies and tools to help you achieve your goals. Are you setting goals that make sense for your life? Does your plan help or hurt your chances of reaching those goals. Help get your 2020 off to a good start with these helpful tips. Happy Kwanzaa!
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Hope Matters
21/12/2019 Duração: 35minThis is the season of hope! Mike and Amera discuss Advent, what it means, and their experiences with the season. The element of hope is important to religious and non-religious people. This episode is all about why. It's the most wonderful time of the year!
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God of Liberation & Conquest
14/12/2019 Duração: 26minThis week, Mike and Amera open the bible to discuss one of the most difficult portrayals of God. In Joshua 2, God gives Israel the land, only, the land is occupied. When God is the liberator and the conqueror, how do we sit with that? Which lessons can it teach us? Building on the idea presented in the “Under the Text” episode, this discussion uncovers motives and impact for a God that is both liberator & conqueror.
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Dating the Black Mirror w/Jeremy (Let's Talk Bruh)
08/12/2019 Duração: 44minJeremy from the Let's Talk Bruh podcast joins Mike and Amera to discuss how dating during the age of technology is a completely unique experience. It brings new challenges many of us didn't grow up considering. What's different? How do we navigate it? Is there any hope? Swipe right on this episode, then check out the Let's Talk Bruh podcast: https://letstalkbruh.libsyn.com
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Jesus Was Known for Being Late
24/11/2019 Duração: 26min“He may not come when you want him, but he’s always on time.” This week, Mike and Amera challenge the idea of Jesus being on time. The scriptures paint a different picture. Jesus has a reputation. What does it mean if we acknowledge Jesus’ problem with punctuality?
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Living in Tension
16/11/2019 Duração: 29minThis week, Mike and Amera discuss navigating the persistent tension we all feel. The tension feels inescapable. Is it possible to escape? If not, how do we learn to live with it? Join the conversation as Mike and Amera discuss helpful strategies when living in tension.