S1E14: Memory

Description

In the penultimate episode of this season of the podcast, Benjamin and Ryker reflect on the mindblowing topic of memory. Get ready to think about thinking!

Show Notes (The Theology of Memory) S1:E14

Table of Contents & Timestamps:

(0:00-2:09) Introduction

(2:09-5:28) Why Memory?

(5:28-26:13) Biblical Survey

(26:28-30:58) Nostalgia

(30:58-33:31) Fallen Memory

(33:31-41:39) Redeemed Memory

(41:54-48:38) Application

(48:38-49:43) Excerpt from “A Liturgy for those Facing the Slow Loss of Memory”

(49:43-51-30) Outro

Key Takeaways:

Memory shapes our perception of the present, like lenses with which we look at the world
Memory reorients our perspective of the sequence of salvation (The Exodus came before the Law)
Nostalgia is a disguised expression of our ultimate craving for God
Often our ministry is about reminding, not teaching
Neither Dementia nor Alzheimers, spiritual Amnesia nor mental trauma can separate us from the love of God
Memory is communal currency which can be shared with others

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