So Cool…He's Cold

Erik February 1st, 2008

Lots of popular people join us on the talk show to discuss the problems in the Church. They are creative, hip, passionate, idealistic, and determined to take things in a new direction. They're the "cool kids," and we love what they're doing.

However, off the radar of the Christian subculture market … (Read More)

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This is the End…of Evangelicalism, My Friend

Michael Spencer January 28th, 2008

***Music by The Doors: “The End.”***

There was an elf that met the children at the door. Also in this room was a store that had Barbies, action figures, Brats Dolls, and all of the most popular items that you would find in a Toy-R-Us catalog the day after Thanksgiving. In order for kids to get the merchandise, they had to say a memory verse and earn store credits. The first thing … (Read More)

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The Internet Monk

Erik January 25th, 2008

Blogging, podcasting, and other new media are changing our culture in dramatic ways. One obvious example is the role that the Internet, bloggers, and YouTube are playing in this year's election.

Another example (and maybe not so obvious…yet) is the way these new technologies are challenging and transforming the Church.

This week on Steve Brown Etc., we're joined by p … (Read More)

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A Lesson from Burkina Faso for American Evangelicals

John H. Armstrong December 31st, 2007

I am an adjunct professor of evangelism at Wheaton College Graduate School. Because of this role I am allowed to teach two or three courses each academic year and this year has allowed me the great privilege of teaching students from all over the world. I sometimes feel as if I am paid to learn from my students. They are bright, eager and very passionate for the gospel of the kingdom. Why else would someone take a master’s degree in evangelism if they were not?

In an intensive class, taught Ja … (Read More)

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American Justice Mission

Erik December 18th, 2007

The end of 2007 is upon us. Time is running out for you to make a donation to a worthy cause and have it count as a tax deduction for this year. As people of faith, we really should be known for our generosity and concern for making the world a better place.

You've probably heard of the International Justice Mission. If not, they … (Read More)

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Christmas Stalking

Erik December 5th, 2007

In an effort to get one step closer to Donald Miller's inner circle, we had Chad Gibbs from Burnside Writers Collective on the program this week. (I still love you Don…glad to hear you're doing well.)

Sharon and Mr. Wood were here too. Jordo and Christov stopped by, and … (Read More)

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