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Michael Hardin
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In the Shadow of the Cross
The Law and Grace
Why is it that it so often when a group of believers embrace grace they end up eventually moving back to law? Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this sad reality and what it is to live in grace.
2026-01-07
53 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Christmas and the Cross
We love sweet baby Jesus! But do we like the man that baby becomes? Does the Gospel begin in the manager? Or are we perhaps starting the message at the wrong place? In this episode Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss where the Gospel begins and the importance of the incarnation in relation to that starting point.
2025-12-23
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
AI and the Wrath of God
Did you know we're living in a season where we're witnessing the wrath of God? But before you grab that megaphone and head to the nearest street corner to start screaming at people about God's burning anger you may want to first learn what that means. For the vast majority of Christians the wrath of God doesn't mean what they think it means. God is love and he is light, and in him there is no darkness at all. Jim, Michael, and Loren launch season 4 with a fascinating discussion on the wrath of God and how AI is humanity's...
2025-12-05
55 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Discipleship
Jesus said to go into all the world and make disciples. But what does that mean? What does discipleship look like? Is discipleship a Bible study? A class one attends? An academic curriculum? It seems there are as many ideas about how to disciple believers as there are Christian denominations. Jim, Michael, and Loren take a look at this important topic.
2025-11-18
1h 02
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Bible Interprets Its Self?!?
Isn't it interesting that Matthew, Mark, and Luke are strikingly similar? And that 2nd Peter and Jude are also so similar? What if the Bible interprets itself? What if certain writers actually pulled from other writes when they wrote their texts? Take a seat in the classroom and join Michael, Jim, and Loren in this fascinating conversation!
2025-10-30
57 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Does the Church Need a Revival?
Many have said the answer to all of our problems in the West is revival in the church. Some people will watch a big event filled with emotional fervor and exclaim that the church is in revival. Is revival what the church needs? Are we in a revival? What is the difference between a revival and a movement? Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss revival and movements, particularly the Jesus People Movement.
2025-10-16
1h 04
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Lie of the Theology of Glory
Do good deeds achieve God's favor, leading to a successful life? Are wealth, fame, and power evidence that one is following Jesus? Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss the theology of glory that has polluted much of Christianity. This leads to a discussion on twisted leadership in the church, what causes it, what makes us susceptible to it, and what's the fruit of it?
2025-10-02
1h 07
In the Shadow of the Cross
Cesspools
After a river floods its banks and then recedes, have you noticed what becomes of the pools of water left behind? Would you want to drink from those pools? Of course not! Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss how easy it is to cut ourselves off from the river and choose instead to drink from cesspools of dead religion and movements long passed.
2025-09-04
1h 04
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Blood of Abel vs the Blood of Jesus
Two innocent victims. Both were brutally murdered. Two voices cry out. But one voice cries for something so drastically different from the other that it will strip naked principalities and powers and transform humanity. In this day, where many cry for justice, it's so important that we know the difference between the voice of Abel and the voice of Jesus. Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss why it's so important that our cry is the same as Jesus's.
2025-08-13
56 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Trinitarian
There is currently a surge of believers referring to themselves as Trinitarians. Being that the vast majority of Christians believe in the Trinity, Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this growing emphasis on the Trinity.
2025-07-24
56 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Church Fathers
It has become increasingly popular to post quotes from the Church Fathers on social media. But are those quotes an accurate depiction of what the church fathers believed? This week Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss the church fathers and their beliefs.
2025-07-09
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
Sin and the Finished Works Movement
Are Christians without sin? There are popular teachings that hold to this belief. Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss sin, discipleship, and what it means to be saved.
2025-06-19
1h 05
In the Shadow of the Cross
Questioning the Bible
Jim asked a daring (heretical?) question, "If you could compile your own canon of scripture, what would you include? What would you remove?" This sparked a discussion about historical church leaders who engaged in canon criticism (one protestant may surprise you), wrestling with the scriptures, and interpretation. Join Jim, Michael, and Loren in this audacious conversation.
2025-06-01
1h 04
In the Shadow of the Cross
"They're Just Wounded"
It is extremely common in Christian circles that when someone thinks differently and sees things differently, the person will be dismissed as being wounded. This is especially true if the person's thoughts challenge the status quo. Why do some Christians mark these people as wounded? And if they are indeed wounded, does that immediately mean their thoughts aren't worth considering? Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this, which leads to a fascinating conversation about the future of the church in the West.
2025-05-08
52 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Dark Night of the Soul
Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss the most difficult season followers of Jesus experience. That season of suffering when misery is your constant companion, and Father isn't doing the things you think he should be doing. That season when your beliefs are being unraveled, everything seems hopeless, and there is no deliverance in sight. This is the dark night of the soul.
2025-04-16
1h 01
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Origins of Theological Thinking
How did the early church begin to think theologically? Do you know that parts of the epistles are hymns? What purpose did hymns serve in the Early Church? Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss the origins of theological thinking, how singing supported theology in the early church, and the pluses and minuses of modern worship music. Also, did Paul's theology ever change? Join us!
2025-03-19
58 min
The Virginia Satir Podcast: Exploring Satir's Legacy
Understanding Virginia Satir's Parts Work
Dr. John Banmen, Dr. Jesse Carlock, Dr. Richard Kennedy, and Dr. Michael Hardin have a meeting to discuss how they conceptualize Virginia Satir's Parts Work in efforts to help Dr. Carlock with her upcoming book. Dr. Carlock is a well known author and trainer of the Satir Model and specifically Satir's Parts Work. Dr. Jesse Carlock is currently working on a new book and uses conversations like this to help her consider the ways that therapists continue to use Satir's Model. While the concepts are not all fully formed and ready for her book in this episode, l...
2025-01-03
49 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
A Look at the Bible
"Just read your Bible!" The person exclaims during a discussion. But their assumption is the lens through which they've been taught to read the Bible is the way someone just picking up the Bible will read it. When someone picks up the Bible, they engage with ancient writings originally written in another language, in another culture, in another land long ago. This is not a book that someone can simply pick up and receive "Holy Ghost downloads" and understand what the writers are saying. Michael, Jim, and Loren take a look at this rich and challenging book.
2024-12-16
57 min
On The Board
Episode 5: Paul Hardin
Paul Hardin (Security Consultant) discusses shifting specialties and breaking out of niches to land a new role. --- Hosted by Jason C. McDonald and Michael Tharrington Music: "Life Goes On" by Gvidon
2024-11-08
37 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Trinity
The doctrine of the Trinity is a beautiful way of describing the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in one Godhead. Sadly, some sects of Christianity have divided God into three separate persons, each with a distinct personality, in order to justify and embrace Janus-faced violent God images and teachings that contradict the Father as revealed in the Son. Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss how our view of the Trinity impacts how we relate to others.
2024-11-04
58 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Anti-Intellectualism
There are large portions of Christianity that cling to the importance of the Bible and elevate the teaching of scripture while at the same denouncing any in-depth study of it. They're locked into their hermeneutics and interpretation of the Bible regardless of what evidence points to the contrary. Intellectuals who learn the original languages and study the culture, history, and sciences to understand the scriptures better are viewed with contempt if their research leads them to conclusions that differ from what has always been taught in those circles. Michael, Loren, and Jim (who joined late due to connectivity issues...
2024-10-28
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
History & the Bible
What were you taught about history as it relates to the Bible? Many believers have misconceptions about the history surrounding the Bible times and the church. Jim wasn't able to join in on this one so Michael and Loren dared to continue in his absence and discussed the Bible through a historical lens.
2024-09-20
58 min
Forging Ploughshares
Interview with Girard Specialist Michael Hardin
Here is a repeat of an earlier interview with Michael Hardin, who will be teaching a class with PBI beginning in the second week of October. In this fascinating interview with Michael, author of some ten books dealing with René Girard he tells of his relationship with both Girard and Walter Wink and he describes the essential element which Girard brings out in the Gospel and the Christian journey. To register for the course René Girard and Nonviolent Atonement, go to https://pbi.forgingploughshares.org/offerings Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podc...
2024-09-16
1h 03
Forging Ploughshares
René Girard and Nonviolent Atonement with Michael Hardin
In this conversation, Michael Hardin introduces his class with Ploughshares Bible Institute on the work of René Girard. He describes the 8 week course which will begin the second week of October. Michael was a friend of Girard and was present at the founding of the Colloquium On Violence and Religion, and he will share published and unpublished work from Girard and others detailing the important work of this key thinker. To register for the course go to https://pbi.forgingploughshares.org/offerings Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to...
2024-09-14
44 min
Gone Fission Nuclear Report
S4 E15 Vision 2024: Oak Ridge Completes a Cleanup Milestone- 08.26.24 - Joanna Hardin, DOE Federal Portfolio Director, East Tennessee Technology Park
Each year, the Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management publishes a list of cleanup priorities for its sites around the country. Progress in the cleanup program is measured by how well these milestones are met.This week, the Gone Fission Nuclear Report joins in celebrating completion a major cleanup goal on DOE’s Oak Ridge Reservation in Tennessee. It’s a comprehensive soil remediation project that DOE calls “Vision 2024.” Our guest is Joanna Hardin, DOE Federal Potfolio Director for the East Tennessee Technology Park in Oak Ridge. She talks with host Michael Butler about what...
2024-08-26
24 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Love Your Enemies
Jesus taught us to love our enemies. This is not some side teaching, but the heartbeat of what it means to follow Jesus. Here in the US, we tend to think of loving our enemies as loving that person who rubs me the wrong way. But that's only scratching the surface. It also means loving my political opponents, the enemies of my country, and the people groups I despise. In this episode, Michael, Jim, and Loren get personal and share their challenges living this.
2024-08-24
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
Christian Terminology
In this episode, which was recorded on 4/20 (an important piece of information), Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss commonly used Christian terms that are misdefined and misapplied.
2024-06-06
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
Romans 14
In Romans 14 Paul discusses the weak eating vegetables while the strong eat meat. This passage is often interpreted as saying, "Don't do things in front of others that will cause them to stumble." Jim, Michael, and Loren take a look at this passage and as we'll see, we've been looking at this through a 21st-century lens.
2024-05-11
1h 13
In the Shadow of the Cross
1 Corinthians 5: The Sinner in church
1 Corinthians 5, the passage dealing with kicking a man out of church because of incest, is a difficult passage. Many churches use this passage as justification to kick people out involved in certain sins. Is that what Paul is instructing the Corinthians to do? On the surface, it appears that's the case. But as Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss, Paul may not be saying what we thought he was saying.
2024-04-26
1h 09
In the Shadow of the Cross
Morality & Ethics
At a recent gathering, Michael made an interesting statement, "God doesn't do morality, he does Ethics." What does that mean? Many people think of morality and ethics as being the same thing. Others talk about not being under the Law while still upholding moral codes. What is the difference between doing morality and doing ethics?
2024-04-12
59 min
Forging Ploughshares
Michael Hardin on a Girardian Approach to the New Testament
In the conclusion to the interview with Girard specialist Michael Hardin, Michael explains how a non-sacrificial hermeneutic, taken up in the Wesleyan Quadrilateral of Scripture, tradition, reason and experience, given a Christological center is the dynamic for reading the Bible and understanding God, not through morality but in character and ethics. The notion of doubling, rivalry, the rise of passion, and the failure of evangelicalism in accounting for the Jesus Movement are also discussed. Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work.
2024-04-06
34 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Satan
Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss who or what Satan is. Where did he come from and how does Satan fit into Christian beliefs?
2024-03-21
1h 07
In the Shadow of the Cross
A Trip Through the Worm Factory
Michael, Jim, and Loren don't just open a can of worms, they take a tour through an entire worm factory as they wrestle with some of life's tough questions about our Heavenly Father, evil, and more.
2024-02-29
1h 06
In the Shadow of the Cross
EVIL is LIVE Spelled Backwards
Michael, Jim, and Loren continue their discussion wrestling with the question, "If God is good then why do bad things happen?"
2024-02-16
1h 02
In the Shadow of the Cross
Evil
Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss evil. What is evil?
2024-01-19
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Humanity & Divinity of Jesus Part 2
Michael, Jim, and Loren continue their discussion on Jesus' humanity and divinity with a particular focus on what it means for the Word to become flesh.
2024-01-04
58 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Humanity & Divinity of Jesus
Christians have a tendency to fall into one of two ditches. Some will place so much emphasis on his divinity they strip him of his humanity, Others will completely strip him of his divinity. Michael leads Jim and Loren in a discussion on the humanity and divinity of Jesus.
2023-12-15
57 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Does Theology Matter?
Discussions on theology can often get heated and become divisive. Is theology bad? Should we stay away from discussing it? Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss whether theology matters.
2023-12-07
1h 11
In the Shadow of the Cross
Returning to the Institutional Church
Many followers of Jesus have left the institutional church because of vastly different views of the Father. Those that left find that their non-sacrificial view of the Father and a belief in a Heavenly Father in whom there is no dark side doesn’t mesh with the teachings and theologies in most institutional churches. Is it possible for those that have left to return as sources of healing? Jim is still on vacation, so Michael and Loren look at the issues surrounding returning to the institutional church.
2023-12-07
00 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Hell
Jim is on vacation, so Michael and Loren have a hell of a time discussing hell. This is a hot topic right now as many debate whether hell exists. Isn’t hell central to the Gospel? Is it possible to have a Gospel without hell? What about judgment? Join us for a conversation focused on these burning questions.
2023-11-02
56 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Jesus the Jew
As we view Jesus through our Western lenses, we have a strong tendency to erase the fact that he was a Jew. But what does this mean? We have so Westernized, Americanized, and Christianized Jesus that many are unaware that he was none of these things. In this episode, Michael, Jim, and Loren examine what it means for Jesus to be a Jew living in the culture of second-temple Judaism.
2023-10-26
1h 03
In the Shadow of the Cross
Jesus the Jew
As we view Jesus through our Western lenses, we have a strong tendency to erase the fact that he was a Jew. But what does this mean? We have so Westernized, Americanized, and Christianized Jesus that many are unaware that he was none of these things. In this episode, Michael, Jim, and Loren examine what it means for Jesus to be a Jew living in the culture of second-temple Judaism.
2023-10-26
1h 03
In the Shadow of the Cross
The False View of Church History
It’s not uncommon today to hear Christians cry heresy over something that was considered orthodox by the early church fathers. Or Christians will think they’ve stumbled upon something new not knowing that it was embraced by followers of Jesus centuries ago. The sad fact of the matter is many Christians have an extremely limited and even twisted view of church history. Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss the false view of church history to which many cling and why it’s important for believers to know church history.
2023-09-28
59 min
Still Growing In Grace
SGIG E188 ‘Hope For Those Unlearning’ – With Michael Hardin
Unlearning (deconstruction) can be painful and beautiful at the same time. Sometimes the voices of those unlearning reveal more about themselves than what they are unlearning. There is HOPE!! Michael Hardin joins Richard Murray and myself as we discuss the ups and downs of ‘deconstruction/unlearning’ and offer a more hope-filled perspective that will encourage anyone who hears this important conversation. Enjoy!! Watch Today’s Episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/b50mzOiiRDI Or listen to the audio podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/still-growing-in-grace co...
2023-09-20
57 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Move to Liturgical Christianity
In recent years many Evangelical Christians have been leaving their congregations and joining more liturgical communities. Why has this been happening? Jim, Michael, and Loren share their thoughts on what is sparking these changes.
2023-09-14
51 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Why are Christians Leaving Christianity?
Statistics show that Christians are leaving Christianity in large numbers. Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss the reasons why they think this is happening.
2023-08-31
1h 01
In the Shadow of the Cross
Violence and Jesus
The Prince of Peace. Love your enemies. Bless those who curse you. Turn the other cheek. The vast majority of Christians are quite familiar with these statements. Yet, how is it that we’re confused about Jesus’ stance on violence? This week Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss Jesus’ teachings on violence.
2023-08-24
54 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
War and the Christian
Just war! Holy war! War for Independence! War to end oppression! Christians have all kinds of reasons for going to war and engaging in violence. But what did Jesus teach about it? What did the early church believe about engaging in war? Buckle your seatbelts as Jim, Michael, and Loren engage in a controversial conversation for the purpose of finding the Jesus way.
2023-08-17
56 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Myths & Parables
Is the creation narrative in Genesis literal or symbolic? Could it be that there are larger issues at play that we’re missing as we engage in these kinds of debates? What about the parables? Why did Jesus teach that way? What’s the point of a parable? This week Michael, Jim, and Loren dive into these waters as they look at Genesis and the parables of Jesus.
2023-08-10
55 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Community
There is much discussion these days about church. How should the church meet? Where should the church meet? What should happen when the church meets? What are people looking for when they go to church? Jim, Michael, and Loren join the ongoing conversation sharing their thoughts on community.
2023-08-02
54 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Spiritual Warfare and the Mind
Jim, Michael, and Loren continue their discussion they began in the previous podcast on Spiritual Warfare. This time they look at the mind. The mind plays a significant role in the light or darkness present in individuals, communities, and even society. There is a reason Jesus came saying repent, which means “Change your thinking!”
2023-07-26
54 min
Enneagram and Marriage
Inner Child Work in Your Marriage with Michael Shahan, LMFT, Enneagram 9
Often we wonder what we've carried forth from childhood in our Enneagram and relationship work, as well as wonder what we may have incidentally left behind in our quest for pleasing our family of origin. Today on this special episode with marriage and family therapist (and likely one of your fave Instagram therapy accounts) Michael Shahan, we take a tour around the Enneagram to walk through the Enneagram inner child theory derived from Sandra Maitri and others, also called the Soul Child theory. We do this to make sure you're running on all healthy cylinders as much as possible with...
2023-07-19
1h 12
In the Shadow of the Cross
Spiritual Warfare
If you’ve been in Christian circles for a while you’ve probably heard the term “Spiritual Warfare.” What is it? Are there demons out to get us? Who or what is Satan? Some see a demon behind every bush while others completely deny the existence of evil. Jim, Michael, and Loren take a stab at this loaded topic.
2023-07-19
1h 02
In the Shadow of the Cross
Church Unity
In John 17 Jesus prayed that we would all be one just as He and His Father are One. But when we look at the church today, we see divisions all around us. Many look to getting back to the way things were in the early church. But was the early church truly the picture of unity that many have been led to believe? Is unity possible? What does it mean to be unified as followers of Christ? Jim, Michael, and Loren share their thoughts on church unity.
2023-07-12
52 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Christian Hope
As followers of Christ, we speak about hope. But what is our hope? What produces hope? Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss hope and how it grows in us.
2023-06-28
1h 03
In the Shadow of the Cross
Roadblocks to Spiritual Growth
As followers of Christ, we know we’re supposed to grow. But sometimes growth stops, and we find ourselves no longer becoming more like Jesus. What causes our growth to stop? What are the things that halt maturity and keep us stuck in a rut? How can we overcome those obstacles, so we continue to grow? Join Jim, Michael, and Loren as they examine the hindrances to spiritual growth.
2023-06-21
1h 00
In the Shadow of the Cross
Ministry Burnout
Burnout! Sadly, it is something that is far too familiar to many Christians. Whether you’re a pastor, youth pastor, Sunday school teacher, worship leader, sound board operator, or volunteer, the feeling of being overwhelmed and exhausted is very real. This week Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss what causes burnout and what can we do to prevent it.
2023-06-14
58 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Apostle Paul
So, you want to get back to the early church because they were one happy unified group of Christians. Think again! Romans clearly supports your stance against the LGBTQ+ community. Does it though? Paul and all the apostles stood in agreement and preached the same Gospel. Did they? This week Michael, Jim, and Loren take an in-depth look at the Apostle Paul and what you hear may surprise you.
2023-05-31
57 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Your Kingdom Come
Michael, Jim, and Loren continue their discussion on the Lord's Prayer. What did Jesus mean by "Your Kingdom come..." What's this whole thing about forgiving us our trespasses AS WE forgive those who trespass against us? Of course we all know what Jesus meant by, "Lead us not into temptation" or do we?
2023-05-24
55 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Lord's Prayer
Most of us are quite familiar with the Lord's Prayer. We've recited it many times. But as Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss, there is so much more to this prayer that Jesus taught us to pray than what most of us have noticed on a surface-level reading. Through this prayer, Jesus once again points us to what separates our Father from all other gods.
2023-05-17
55 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Definitions to Christian Terms
What does it mean to be saved? What is sin? How do we define God? What does it mean when we refer to Jesus as the Lamb of God? This one may have you changing your thinking about many commonly held beliefs as Michael, Jim, and Loren look at commonly used terms in Christianity and their actual definitions.
2023-05-10
1h 04
In the Shadow of the Cross
Part 2 of Why the Gospel Doesn't Sound Like Good News
Jim, Michael, & Loren continue their conversation about why the gospel that is often presented doesn't sound like good news. What makes the Gospel good news?
2023-04-26
52 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Communion/The Eucharist
What is the point of Communion/The Eucharist? In many protestant, evangelical, Pentecostal, charismatic, and organic church circles it’s something only done on rare occasions, if at all. Some know Jesus said to do this but they struggle to find meaning in it. Others view it as a dead ritual, so it’s completely ignored. Others have shifted the emphasis away from communion/the Eucharist and placed the focus on worship music, spending the bulk of their time and energy on developing music that will "usher in the presence of God." But Jesus said to do this. Perhaps there’s far...
2023-04-12
59 min
The Working Dog Depot Podcast
Episode #15 Michael Nezbeth
Send us a textMichael Nezbeth is the Training Director and founder of Grassroots K9, an international training company that specializes in LEO canines. Michael also offers seminars and workshops to LEO and civilians aimed at giving actionable training plans based on theory to practical applications. Michael began his career in the canine industry after graduating with degrees in Psychology and Criminology. His background has given him the ability to apply a theoretical and systematic approach to practical applications in canine deployments. Michael is a well-versed trainer in numerous disciplines within the working dog world. He...
2023-04-09
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Easter
What is Easter all about? Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss how Easter is a pivotal moment that shatters our old paradigms and radically transforms our understanding of our Heavenly Father.
2023-04-05
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Liberal Protestantism & the Bible
Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss what liberal Protestantism could do better in their approach to the scriptures.
2023-03-29
53 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Bible as Literature
Michael, Jim, and Loren look at the way most Universities approach the Bible which is as literature through the historical-critical method. There are some good things about this approach as well as some pitfalls. The three of them also discuss the work of the Spirit in the younger generation.
2023-03-15
57 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Inspiration & the Bible
Is every verse in the Bible inspired by God? If you've attended church at all, the answer to that question is a no-brainer. But it may not be as cut and dry as we always thought. Michael, Jim, and Loren continue their discussion about the Bible. This week they look at the Bible and inspiration.
2023-03-08
53 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Bible
It's been called the word of God, inerrant, infallible, inspired, and holy. But what exactly is the Bible? Is it all of these things? In this episode, Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this wonderful and often greatly misunderstood book.
2023-03-01
58 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Bible
It's been called the word of God, inerrant, infallible, inspired, and holy. But what exactly is the Bible? Is it all of these things? In this episode, Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this wonderful and often greatly misunderstood book.
2023-03-01
1h 02
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Law
What's the deal with Christians' bent toward embracing the law? We know it's toxic and yet so many continue to implement it in their lives and communities. Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this and also touch on the events transpiring at Asbury University.
2023-02-22
1h 03
In the Shadow of the Cross
Reading the Bible
The Bible is filled with ancient texts from a different culture and written in other languages. Many of us don't have years to invest in learning ancient Greek and Hebrew. Is there a way that "the average Jane/Joe" can approach the texts without advanced academic training? This is what Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss in this episode.
2023-02-01
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Gospel Part II
Jim, Michael, and Loren continue their look at the Gospel. How should the Gospel influence our approach to the scriptures? Did the writers have the exact same perspective on everything or were there different lenses through which the writers perceived things?
2023-01-25
1h 08
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Gospel Part I
Is the Gospel good news? If so, what's the good news? Is the Gospel a message about escaping hell? Is it about saying a prayer and getting our ticket to heaven? What is the Gospel? This is what Jim, Michael, and Loren discuss this week.
2023-01-18
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Gospel in Movies
Jim, Michael, and Loren have a fun conversation about movies and TV shows that hit on strong Gospel themes.
2023-01-13
56 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Sin
What is sin? For so many Christians sin boils down to behavior management. It's a list of dos and don'ts. That sure sounds an awful lot like the law, doesn't it? What did Jesus set us free from? Was the Father demanding payment for sin? Jim, Michael, and Loren examine these issues in this episode.
2023-01-04
59 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Do We Need Clergy?
Jim, Michael, and Loren examine leadership in the church. Do we need it? What does it look like? What is the difference between toxic leadership and healthy leadership?
2022-12-28
1h 02
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Church
What is the purpose of the church? What does the church look like and how does she function? In this episode, Jim Durkin, Michael Hardin, and Loren Rosser look at the church and shake up many of our widely held beliefs about her.
2022-12-21
1h 10
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Cross Part II
Jim, Michael, and Loren continue their discussion of the cross. If our Heavenly Father is not sacrificial, then what about the Bible verses that seem to point to Jesus being His sacrifice? Could it be we've been reading into those verses our own sacrificial views of God? In this podcast, we look at some of those verses and can hear the voice of Inigo Montoya from The Princess Bride saying, "I do not think it means what you think it means."
2022-12-14
1h 08
In the Shadow of the Cross
The Cross: Part I
Many views of the cross are problematic because the Father isn't exactly the most endearing person in the story. Is the Father sacrificial? Did the Son have to die to appease the Father's need for blood to be shed in order to appease His wrath? In this episode Michael, Jim, and Loren discuss a more beautiful view of the Trinity revealed through the cross.
2022-12-07
55 min
In the Shadow of the Cross
Deconstruction
What's the deal with deconstruction? Is it a bad thing? A good thing? Should we embrace it? Or should we run away? In this episode our hosts Jim Durkin, Michael Hardin, and Loren Rosser discuss deconstruction.
2022-11-27
49 min
Hardhead: The Lee Hardin Podcast
Michael J Nelson(Mystery Science Theater 3000, RiffTrax)
Michael J. Nelson's biohttps://www.rifftrax.com/riffer/mike-nelsonMichael J. Nelson's current project:https://www.rifftrax.comHave questions or comments? Send me an email!LeeHardinComedy@gmail.commailto:LeeHardincomedy.comBook Lee Hardin:http://leehardincomedy.comLee Hardin's DryBar Comedy specialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bb_RGhTwU4&t=2sTheme music by Francy Goudreault:https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pLj1MzY9yfjuImfRml6pY?si=BrUv3F7UQGKB7T4d8tvHkQhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5d2...
2022-07-08
40 min
Coffee & Conversations: Relationships. Faith. Leadership.
Coffee & Conversations EP24: Michael & Christian
Join us for this week's episode of Coffee & Conversations: Relationships. Faith. Leadership, as Michael and Christian discuss rest, defining success during transition, and just overall change the last two years has brought on. Email us at podcast@kicko.org
2021-12-21
40 min
Hardhead: The Lee Hardin Podcast
Standup Comedian Mike James: “Michael Jordan is the G.O.A.T.”
Nashville comedian, Mike James joins me this week and we’re talking all things Michael Jordan. Have any questions or comments about the show? Send me an email.mailto:leehardincomedy@gmail.comWatch my TV debut on Huckabee!https://youtu.be/UKvZU1zFPTsThis week’s guest: Mike James Follow him on Instagram⬇️https://instagram.com/funnymanmikejames?utm_medium=copy_linkWatch his set from Live @ Gotham(some adult content)⬇️https://youtu.be/hD4yL0c7tJkLee’s Recommendation: Raising Hopehttps://youtu...
2021-10-19
1h 10
Small Business Celebration
Episode #143, Brandon Hardin, Conquest Media Group, Vendors Pay Attention to Who Values Them Most
Brandon Hardin, co-owner of Conquest Media Group, (Vendors Pay Attention to Who Values Them Most) guides us on how you have to get out of the 'salesperson' mindset, why procrastinating on problems won't help you, why you have to live now; while you're building your business...and what four-legged therapeutic helps with your daily life?
2021-08-08
31 min
Coffee & Conversations: Relationships. Faith. Leadership.
Coffee & Conversations EP10: Michael Clark
Join us for this week's episode of Coffee & Conversations: Relationships. Faith. Leadership. Michael and Christian discuss burnout, balancing overcommitment, and saying yes to rest. Thank you to Brynn Coffee for supplying the coffee for our conversation. Brynn sets up every Saturday at the Nourish Knox Farmer's Market. They also cater any and every celebration. Stay tuned for a promo code to use with your next purchase from Brynn Coffee. We would love to hear from you. Email us at coffeeconvospodcast@gmail.com.
2021-02-16
33 min
Enneagram and Marriage
Discovering Your Enneagram Couple Glow Part 2: Introducing Michael Shahan, LMFT, Enneagram 9 & 1 Glow
On part 2 of the Enneagram Glow series, Christa and Alaina listen to marriage and family therapist Michael Shahan, MA, LMFT, an Enneagram 9, talk not only about the way trauma can be healed in marriage but also particularly about how the popularly paired 1-9 couple can glow together. In this episode, we cover less of the research and development concept of the glow (see "Discovering Your Enneagram Glow: Part 1" for background) and more of the actual process of healing one another's deepest wounds and personal issues in marriage. We got emotional in this episode and we hope you do too...
2020-11-30
53 min
The Bob Murphy Show
Michael Hardin on Sacrifice vs. the Gospel of Peace
Michael Hardin is a theologian with a radical message of Jesus’s forgiveness and peace. He and Bob have a lively and deep discussion on the true meaning of the gospel and how today’s Christians often misunderstand it. Mentioned in the Episode and Other Links of Interest: The YouTube version of this interview.Michael Hardin’s website Preaching Peace.Michael Hardin’s book Knowing God?: Consumer Christianity and the Gospel of Jesus.Help support the Bob Murphy Show. For more information, see BobMurphyShow.com. The Bob Murphy Show is also available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and via RSS.
2020-07-06
00 min
The Libertarian Christian Podcast
Ep 175: COVID, Riots, and Mimetic Theory, with Michael Hardin
We welcome Michael Hardin for the first time to the podcast. Michael Hardin is an independent scholar residing in Pennsylvania. In our conversation, we talk about mimetic theory (or should we say, mimetic realism!) in the current context of COVID-19, protests, riots, and the upcoming election. We also get into some of the pertinent theological implications of mimetic theory and draw out some applications from them. The conversation proceeds in a lot of interesting directions, so stay alert! Audio Production by Podsworth Media. ★ Support this podcast ★
2020-06-15
46 min
Men to Mastery Podcast
036 Spartan Race 2019 After Action Review | Connolly Hardin Knowles ~ Man of Mastery
This week is a really fun look at all the good, bad, and ugly of Spartan Race 2019 and with excitement at the start of the 2020 race season just days away. We’re doing it panel style with three of the biggest personalities in the sport – Nathan Connolly, Renalto Hardin II, and Scott Knowles. These guys share what brought them to OCR, what they love about Spartan, and what they’re looking forward to in 2020 and beyond. #getafterit #ocr_rh #iamaspartanpodcast #adaptiveocr
2020-01-10
1h 02
Forging Ploughshares
Interview with Michael Hardin of "The Jesus Driven Life"
In this interview with Michael Hardin, the author of the "Jesus Driven Life," we discuss the work of Rene Girard as it is integrated with a non-violent hermeneutic. Hardin is an acclaimed author who has written extensively on Girard and in addition to his other books also edited the important compilation, "Stricken by God." Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work. Music: Bensound
2019-10-28
53 min
Pharmacists Out of the Box
A Passion for Advocacy: Michael Jackson of the Florida Pharmacy Association
Making an impact in a broad way: That is the driving force for Michael Jackson's journey to becoming the Executive Vice President and the CEO of the Florida Pharmacy Association. Networking and building his personal brand played a key role in his life's work. Michael shares his wonderful life in advocacy and advice for others wanting to stay abreast of legislation affecting the pharmacy realm. Connect with Michael Jackson: Email: mjackson@pharmview.com FPA website: https://www.pharmview.com/ Connect with Heather Hardin: Fac...
2019-06-13
20 min
The Spiritual Brewpub
Michael Hardin on Rene Girard, Mimetic Theory, Unraveling the Bible, Unconditional Peace, Prison Reform, and Today’s Political Rivalries
Author, speaker, and biblical/historical scholar Michael Hardin joins Michael over some virtual craft brews for a lively conversation about the late Rene Girard, a former Stanford professor who is considered “the Darwin of the social sciences.” Hardin explains Girard’s Mimetic Theory and how it is displayed in ancient literature and the Bible. Drawing on his book, Mimetic Theory and Biblical Interpretation, he explains why we see violent and restorative narratives in the Bible often side by side—the former being mythical, violent sacrificial religion and the latter being the first glimpses of the revelation of true gra...
2019-03-06
1h 04
At The End Of The Day
22 - Scapegoating the LGBT Community with Michael Hardin
We chat with Michael Hardin about Mimetic Theory and how the church's latest scapegoat is the LGBT community. We also answer a listener question about looking for parental acceptance. Links from the episode: Michael Hardin on Facebook The Jesus Driven Life on Amazon PreachingPeace.org Join the conversation: Send us a question (or ask it anonymously) Kevin on Twitter Tim on Twitter The film on Twitter The film on Facebook
2015-08-31
1h 02
Disney Avenue Podcast
Show #12 - Interview with Former Imagineer Terri Hardin
Welcome back friends to the March 2015 edition of the Disney Avenue Podcast! Host Keith Michael Mahne and Dusty Sage of MiceChat.com interview the queen of creativity herself, the amazingly talented Terri Harden. If you've always wanted to know how to become an Imagineer or wanted to hear what being an Imagineer is all about then you are in luck as Terri is about to lay it all out for you! Terri is the definition of creativity and is just an amazing person! Just a few quick facts about her - she has been involved with over 42 fil...
2015-03-22
1h 08
Covenant Community Church
Standing Fast - Heather Hardin - Wed, Jan 7, 2015
Heather Hardin encourages us to be a people who will stand fast no matter what, a people who are consumed with fire and who will hold their ground in the midst of our circumstances. Circumstances are temporal and if we keep our eyes and attention on God, we will not be consumed with fear and anxeity.It's time that we position ourselves appropriately and allow God to continually renew us spiritually, physically and mentally. Make the decision today to stand fast.
2015-01-08
40 min
dmilligan on Huffduffer
Theologian Michael Hardin on violence and atonement
Theologian Michael Hardin on violence and atonement Posted on 10/14/13 31 Comments This time on The Tentative Apologist Podcast we sit down for a conversation with theologian Michael Hardin. Michael is a scholar who has studied the works of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Rene Girard and who also counts Girard as a personal friend. Michael is also a visionary and activist, and together with his wife Lorri he founded the ministry Preaching Peace (http://www.preachingpeace.org/) which seeks to propagate the transformative power of the gospel of non-violence. Michael has spoken around the world as part of this ministry. He was also in...
2014-05-23
00 min
Nomad Podcast
Michael Hardin - Was the Cross Cosmic Child Abuse? (N67)
Michael Hardin is a theologian, founder of Preaching Peace, and author of The Jesus Driven Life. He's got a rather colourful background and doesn't mince his words, which always makes for an interesting interview. So we asked him whether God is really as violent as the Old Testament makes out, and whether he really had to kill his own son in order to forgive us. “Every ‘penal substitutionist’ at some point has to engage in a tit-for-tat logic. No matter how they play their theory out, forgiveness is essentially earned. They can claim grace, they can claim that th...
2013-12-10
48 min
“the satan” with Michael Hardin and Brad Jersak
In this episode Ray is joined by Michael Hardin and Brad Jersak for a discussion on “the satan”. Who is the satan? What is the satan? Does a personal devil exist, or is satan an anthropological entity? These questions and more are addressed in this in-depth conversation on the nature of evil, and it just […]
2013-02-07
00 min
Compassionate Eschatology with Michael Hardin
Michael Hardin is back! In this episode Michael Hardin talks with Ray about understanding eschatology and the book of Revelation in the light of the God who is love. Is Jesus coming back to kick butt and take names? Michael doesn’t think so, and he shares from the book Compassionate Eschatology why he thinks we […]
2012-02-02
00 min