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Creating SpaceS2: Episode 3 | Dr. Scot McKnight | What is the New Perspective on Paul?In this episode of Creating Space, we dive deep into the New Perspective on Paul with renowned New Testament scholar Scot McKnight. Where did this perspective come from? How does it challenge traditional interpretations of Paul's letters? And should Christians approach it with caution, curiosity, or even enthusiasm?
Dr. McKnight, a professor of New Testament for over 40 years and the author of more than 90 books, has witnessed the rise of the New Perspective firsthand. With clarity and insight, he unpacks its key ideas, the scholars behind it, and what it means for the church today.
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Java with Jen: Hearing God's Voice for Everyday Life | Revival, Prophetic Prayer, Christian Family236 | A Church Called Tov: Identify Power Abuse NOW & Create Healthy Church Cultures w/ Scot McKnightIn this episode, Jenilee sits down with theologian and author Scot McKnight to discuss his book A Church Called Tov and the urgent need to shift from toxic church cultures to life-giving, redemptive communities. Scot shares insights from his personal experience with an unfortunate church scandal and unpacks how church culture shapes individuals—either toward toxicity or toward Tov (the Hebrew word for goodness).They discuss:✔️ Common characteristics of toxic church culture✔️ Why narcissistic leaders thrive in certain environments✔️ How to recognize false narratives used to protect power✔️ What Tov culture looks like and how to cultiva...2025-02-2549 min
Spiritual Life and Leadership250. The Prophetic Challenge of Deconstruction, with Scot McKnight, author of Invisible JesusSend me a text! I’d love to know what you're thinking!In this episode, we’re taking a deep-dive into the complex and, at times, nerve-wracking experience of deconstruction. Leaders often worry about its impact on their roles, their authority, and on the harmony or unity of their church communities. But what if deconstruction is less about tearing down faith and more about stripping away what's non-essential, centering instead on Jesus?In this epidsode, Scot McKnight, author of Invisible Jesus, sheds light on how deconstruction can be a path to a more Christ-focused faith, emph...2025-01-0737 min
The Church LobbyEp 91: The Prophetic Voice of Deconstruction, with Scot McKnightKarl Vaters talks with Scot McKnight about what we can learn from those who are deconstructing their faith.This conversation is based on the content of Scot’s new book (co-written with Tommy Preson Phillips), Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ.This is a challenging book and a challenging conversation, especially if you are to the right of center theologically and politically (like Scot and Karl). But I encourage you not to write it off for those reasons.Scot makes the case, through personal observation and thorough stat...2024-12-0544 min
Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey for Christian Entrepreneurs and Faith-Driven LeadersDeconstruction, Faith, and the Modern Church: Scot McKnight on Invisible JesusHave you ever wondered if bigger always means better when it comes to church communities? In this eye-opening episode of Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey, host Tim Winders sits down with New Testament professor and author Scot McKnight to challenge the conventional wisdom of mega churches and explore the critical role of genuine pastoral care. Listen in as they delve into the deconstruction movement, the true essence of pastoral calling, and the importance of encountering Jesus in our spiritual journeys. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation that might just reshape your perspective on faith and community."Deconstruction...2024-12-0245 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryDeconstruction: Problem or Prophetic Voice? - Scot McKnight & Tommy Preson Phillips - 133 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, how can we engage with the deconstruction of one's faith in a way that truly reflects Jesus? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Scot McKnight and Tommy Preson Phillips. Scot has been a professor of New Testament for more than four decades and has written over 90 books. Tommy is the pastor of Watermark Church in Tampa, Florida, as well as a songwriter and recording artist. Scott and Tommy collaborated on a new book entitled Invisible Jesus. Together, Scot, Tommy, and Jason contrast the prevailing view that many...2024-10-2948 min
Broken to Beloved Podcast021: Deconstructing Deconstruction: Finding an Invisible Jesus with Scot McKnight and Tommy Preson PhillipsDeconstruction has become a polarized term in the past few years. Added to the arsenal of pastors and church leaders, it’s most often used to to dismiss or demean those who have walked away from their church, or to stoke fear into the hearts and spirits of those asking hard questions.What was once a word meant to invite conversation or to indicate an desire to learn more and grow deeper has been weaponized.There is little that it sexy about deconstruction. It’s difficult work, and requires courage and humility. And according to rese...2024-10-2946 min
Shifting CultureEp. 235 Scot McKnight - Is the Deconstruction Movement a Prophetic Work of the Spirit?In this conversation, Scot McKnight explores the deconstruction movement happening in the church today. Scot argues that this deconstruction is a prophetic work of the Spirit, calling the church back to a more faithful following of Jesus. Scot shares his own personal journey of shedding aspects of his fundamentalist upbringing to find a more Jesus-centered faith. He unpacks how the "I Am" statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John are key for deconstructors who are seeking to rediscover the true center of Christianity. We also discuss the surprising research showing that the majority of those going through deconstruction...2024-10-2256 min
Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookInvisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ Audiobook by Scot McKnightListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 767107
Title: Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ
Author: Scot McKnight, Tommy Preson Phillips
Narrator: Mike Lenz
Format: Unabridged
Length: 6:44:02
Language: English
Release date: 10-15-24
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Counseling & Inspirational
Summary:
In recent years, we've seen an increase in the number of Christians who are 'deconstructing' their faith, critically analyzing Christianity and finding that it falls short. Many end up leaving behind the beliefs and commitments they formerly held. While many have written on how to reverse...2024-10-156h 44
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityInvisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ by Scot McKnight, Tommy Preson PhillipsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/767107 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ Author: Scot McKnight, Tommy Preson Phillips Narrator: Mike Lenz Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 44 minutes Release date: October 15, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: In recent years, we've seen an increase in the number of Christians who are 'deconstructing' their faith, critically analyzing Christianity and finding that it falls short. Many end up leaving behind the beliefs and commitments they formerly held. While many have written on how to reverse this trend...2024-10-1505 min
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityInvisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ by Scot McKnight, Tommy Preson PhillipsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/767107to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ
Author: Scot McKnight, Tommy Preson Phillips
Narrator: Mike Lenz
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 44 minutes
Release date: October 15, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
In recent years, we've seen an increase in the number of Christians who are 'deconstructing' their faith, critically analyzing Christianity and finding that it falls short. Many end up leaving behind the beliefs and commitments they formerly held. While many have written on how to reverse this trend, Scot...2024-10-156h 44
Broken to Beloved Podcast007: Forced Forgiveness: Misinterpreting Matthew 18 with Dr. Scot McKnightTW/CW: references to sexual assaultHave you ever had Matthew 18 used against you?Far too often, the forgiveness passage in Matthew 18:15–17 is weaponized against those who experience hurt and harm. Victims are forced to face their abusers, and there is no real reconciliation. The abuser walks away “forgiven” and restored, and the abused walks away humiliated and put in their place.Yes, forgiveness is important. And, forgiveness cannot be forced. It must be a freely made choice on our part.This conversation isn’t about holding on to our offe...2024-08-1344 min
A World In TensionS3E10: Pivoting on Church Culture w/ Scot McKnight & Laura BarringerSeason 3 Theme - One Virtual Road Trip, to Answer One Big Question, told as One Continuous Narrative Arc
Season 3 Focus - To answer one primary question, "How do we effectively live as a collective church body in today's world in tension?"
In this episode, we explore how to pursue a "Tov" church culture. "Tov" is a Hebrew word used throughout the Bible that means good. We are joined by father/daughter duo Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer to discuss their book 'Pivot', which follows the successful release of their first book , 'A Church Called Tov'. ...2024-07-0340 min
Re-integrateSCOT MCKNIGHT - Rethinking Revelation*There was a time, back in the 70s and early 80s, when the study of Revelation, with speculations about the end times and being “left behind,” was in vogue.But today, most Christians stay away from Revelation. Preachers either ignore it or choose to teach from the safer passages, like chapters 2 through 4, or about the New Heavens and New Earth in the final two chapters. The reason is that so many of us have become frustrated by how people have portrayed it, enamored with the violence, speculation, and false predictions.Our guest on this episode is S...2024-05-2353 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay86. Mason McKnight/Student-Athlete/Randolph-Macon College & Chris Norris/Head Coach/William & Mary Men's SoccerHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Chris Norris, head coach of men’s soccer at the College of William and Mary. We welcome one of his former youth players, Mason McKnight. Mason discusses his recruiting story and how he arrived at the decision to attend Lycoming College. His first semester and season at Lycoming left him wanting a different college experience. As a result, Mason chose to transfer to Randolph-Macon College. This is an important discussion for anyone making the decision to attend college- it bri...2024-01-2354 min
A World of DifferenceBest of 2023: Discovering the Authentic Voices of the Bible with Dr. Scot McKnightIf you're feeling frustrated and helpless in your efforts to promote cultural and linguistic accuracy in the church, despite taking actions like advocating for diverse representation and using inclusive language, then you are not alone!Words matter, especially in translations of the Bible. Join us as we dive into the world of New Testament translations with Scott McKnight and uncover the importance of accurate translations and the impact they can have. But when it comes to women in ministry and the use of certain words, will the translation choices make or break their place in the church...2024-01-171h 02
The Holy Post599: Paganism Returns & a New New Testament with Scot McKnightAs Christianity declines in cultural influence what is taking its place? A recent article in The Atlantic written by Rabbi David Wolpe argues that paganism is on the rise, but it takes different forms on the cultural left and right. Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss the trend and why it may actually be good news for the church. Then, professor Scot McKnight returns to talk about his new translations of the New Testament called “The Second Testament.” He explains why his version uses odd language like “the Heavens’ Empire” instead of “the Kingdom of Heaven,” and why our famili...2024-01-101h 32
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryScot McKnight - Overcoming a Toxic Church Culture - Top of 2023 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeTop of 2023 // One of Our Most Engaged Episodes of 2023What happens when toxicity seeps into the culture of our local church? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Scot McKnight, Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Scot has written over 80 books, including a church called Tov, which he co-authored with his daughter, Laura Behringer. Together, Scot and Jason explore how we, as ministry leaders, can assess our churches and look for areas of toxicity. Scot also shares how we can overcome those toxic areas and nurture a culture of go...2024-01-0247 min