In this conversation, Bas van Os discusses his journey as a father and theologian, exploring the inspiration behind his project 'Followers of Jesus.' He emphasizes the importance of reading the New Testament as a cohesive story, the richness of Paul's letters, and the contextualization of scripture in modern times. The dialogue also touches on the role of community in faith, the significance of imagination and personal experience, and the challenges of parenting in a spiritual context. Bas shares insights on the nature of God, joy in faith amidst suffering, and the impact of psychedelics.
Bas' Work: https://www.followers-of-jesus.org
A podcast companion for the work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeR4vbvk_3w&list=PLEF8I8o1d5_wEkLWcz_UMES1xXd1qREcU&index=8
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:43 The Journey of Followers of Jesus
06:29 Exploring the Narrative of the New Testament
11:04 Understanding Paul and Early Christianity
16:46 The Richness of Romans
21:58 Contextualizing Scripture and Tradition
27:41 Personal Relationships and Community Dynamics
33:25 The Power of Imagination and Collective Play
34:19 The Role of Churches in Community Well-Being
35:32 Understanding God: Judgment vs. Love
37:10 Parenting and Spiritual Exploration
41:30 Navigating Psychedelics and Spirituality
46:35 The Importance of Vulnerability in Community
48:51 Mystical Experiences and Their Impact
51:54 Experiencing Unconditional Love
53:22 The Duality of Existence: Earthly and Divine
01:00:32 Finding Joy Amidst Suffering
