Bearded Theologians

This week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach sat down with Dr. Amy-Jill Levine Who is the Rabbi Stanley M. Kessler Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, Hartford International University for Religion and Peace as well as the University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies Emerita, Mary Jane Werthan Professor of Jewish Studies Emerita, Professor of New Testament Studies Emerita, Vanderbilt University. She has a new book coming out on Aug. 20th called: The Gospel of John: A Beginner’s Guide to the Way, the Truth, and the Life She also has another new book out called: Jesus for Everyone: Not Just Christians We would recommend all of her books and you can find all of those here

Matt and Zach delved into the meaning of Micah 6:6-8, focusing on God's requirements for his followers. They emphasized the importance of understanding the verse's principles in one's community context and applying them through doing justice and love faithfully. Both agreed on the need to understand the full context of biblical passages and their historical significance. They concluded that true faith involves seeking justice, embracing faithful love, and living out these values in relationships with others Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

Matt and Zach discussed John 6:24-35, focusing on Jesus' response to the crowd's question about satisfying their physical hunger. They also discussed the concept of serving the right master, the differentiation between doctrine and polity, and Jesus' teachings on seeking eternal life through following God's commands. The conversation touched on Jesus' metaphorical statements, people's desire for constant bread supply, and how being part of a church community helps people grapple with their faith. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week Matt and Zach discussed the Gospel text of John 6, focusing on the miraculous feeding of 5,000 people by Jesus. They emphasized the importance of community, flexibility, and grace in ministry, and speculated about the identity of the boy who provided the fish and loaves. Lastly, they shared their experiences with renewal leave and community engagement, encouraging listeners to visit their website for past content and merchandise. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians

Here is what AI Zoom said Matt and Zach talked about: 1. They discuss balancing honoring the past with adapting for the future in churches with long histories. 2. The importance of not getting stuck in outdated ways of doing things, but evolving to remain relevant and impactful. 3. Celebrating church anniversaries through multiple events over time rather than one big event. 4. The need to build relationships in the community and find new ways to connect with people outside of traditional Sunday services. 5. Challenges around evangelism and inviting people to church in today's context. 6. The importance of lay leadership and involvement in church growth and outreach. 7. Being willing to try new things and potentially fail in order to find what works for the current community. The overall theme is about honoring church legacy while adapting to remain vital and connected to the community in changing times. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Bea

This week Matt and Zach sit down and talk about John 5:1-20 Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

The Beards sat down and reflected on the concept of busyness in their roles as pastors. They challenge the notion that busyness equals success and productivity, emphasizing the importance of setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Additionally, they address the difficulty of balancing personal lives with pastoral duties and advocate for empowering others to share the workload. Overall, they encourage listeners to prioritize self-care and well-being over work. You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, or wherever else you listen to Podcast. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians

This week the Beards focused on the feast day related to Mary's visit to Elizabeth. They talk about the significance of the event, its relation to the Advent season and the birth of Jesus, and consider making it a focus for a future Sunday service. The conversation also includes personal experiences, such as Zach's children's school transitions and Rev. Matt Franks's upcoming trip to Puerto Rico. The meeting concludes with encouragement for listeners to visit their website and engage with their content. You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, or wherever else you listen to Podcast. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians

This week on the Beardcast the Bearded Theologians had a fun theological discussion about the doctrine of the Trinity. They both share their thoughts and experiences with this concept, emphasizing the importance of not overcomplicating it and of acknowledging the Holy Spirit's role. They also discuss the importance of being open to the Holy Spirit's lead in their daily lives and in their worship services. They end the theological discussion by encouraging their listeners to visit their website for more content. Throughout the conversation, they also share personal anecdotes and experiences, showing a vulnerability and relatability that makes the conversation more engaging and relatable. You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians

The week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach talk about Pentecost. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week on the show Matt and Zach talk about Luke 24:13-35. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week Matt and Zach sit down and talk about Acts 10:44-48 Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

Join Matt and Zach as they talk about John 20:19-29 Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week on the Beardcast we sat down with Bishop Kenneth Carder to talk about his new book Shifting Margins: From Fear and Exclusion Toward Love and Belonging. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach talk about John 20:19-31 You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians

This week we sat down with Matt Miofsky and talked about his new book The Methodist Book of Daily Prayer You can buy the book and his others at ⁠http://mattmiofsky.com/ ⁠ Connect with the Bearded Theologians at ⁠⁠https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians⁠⁠ You can find the Beardcast on ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Castbox⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Google⁠⁠, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

Matt and Zach sat down on zoom and talked about John 3:17 and a few of the other verses around 17. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at ⁠https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians⁠ You can find the Beardcast on ⁠Youtube⁠, ⁠Apple⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Castbox⁠, ⁠Amazon⁠, ⁠Google⁠, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week Matt and Zach talk about Matthew 13:45-46 Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week Matt and Zach reflect upon the word hope. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.

This week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach sit down with Dr. Ashley Boggan the General Secretary at the Commission on Archives and History of The UMC Find the Radicle Methodism course (HERE) Find out more about the UMC Archives and History (Here) Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon, Google, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.