There are plenty of eschatological systems out there, but most of them, ironically, seem to put the apocalypse out of focus—and out of reach. In this episode, we introduce something we’re calling “pothole eschatology,” which makes the apocalypse as visible and nutrient-dense as the soil beneath your feet. Take a look at the chapter headings below to see the ground we cover.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
03:56 Reflections on Parenting and Independence
06:52 The Kingdom of God: Maturation and Transition
10:04 Eschatology: Understanding the End Times
13:01 The Duality of Destruction and Renewal
16:17 Literalism vs. Metaphor in Scripture
18:42 Imagery of Peace and Transformation
21:39 Poetic Reflections on Heaven and Existence
24:45 Nature's Beauty and Sacred Moments
30:17 The Dynamics of Low and High in Nature
33:04 Nutrient Flow and Natural Cycles
34:20 Apocalyptic Language and Spiritual Metaphors
36:59 Fractals and Holograms in Understanding
40:28 Metaphors as Participation in Meaning
43:06 Marriage as a Reflection of Divine Mystery
44:35 The Interconnection of Creation and Redemption
45:38 Resurrection and Transformation in Scripture
46:07 Gravity, Love, and the Attraction of Opposites
49:22 Heaven and Earth: The Flow of Divine Love
51:42 The Outpouring of God into Creation
55:36 The Vulnerability of Divine Creation
59:00 The Fertility of the Low and the Beatitudes
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