takeaways

• If a good God exists, why does suffering occur?
• We often attribute suffering to a greater good.
• The mystery of God's plan can be hard to understand.
• Tragedies like cancer and war challenge our beliefs.
• Supernaturalism becomes problematic when faced with evil.
• The death of children raises profound questions about faith.
• World events like the Holocaust complicate the narrative of a good God.
• Understanding suffering requires deep philosophical inquiry.
• Faith can be tested by the realities of life.
• The conversation highlights the struggle between belief and evidence.

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Deconstruction is a journey many are experiencing.

The dichotomy of natural and supernatural is outdated.

Prayer should be seen as cooperation with God.

God's omnipotence is often misunderstood.

Selective miracles create distrust in God.

Enchantment in the world is often overlooked.

Philosophy and theology should work together.

Resurrection narratives can be reinterpreted.

Life after death may involve continued subjective experience.

Trust in God can be rebuilt through understanding God's nature.

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takeaways

• Philosophy begins in wonder and should cultivate it.
• The universe is not disenchanted; it is full of wonder.
• Science and spirituality can coexist and enrich each other.
• Values are perceived through our consciousness and are objective.
• Art and poetry play a crucial role in understanding reality.
• Experiences of enchantment can be reintroduced into our lives.
• The journey of understanding death can be transformative.
• The integration of science and faith requires humility.
• Objective values exist but must be understood in context.
• Practices like meditation and storytelling can enhance our sense of wonder.

Chapters

• Introduction and Context of Wonder
• The Journey of Deconstruction and Re-enchantment
• Integrating Science and Spirituality
• The Nature of Spirit and Consciousness
• The Renaissance of Panpsychism
• Reconnecting Spirit and Matter
• Indigenous Worldviews and Colonial Perspectives
• The Limitations of Language and Dogma
• Art, Poetry, and the Enchantment of Science
• Experiencing the Enchantment of Life
• The Interplay of Subjective and Objective Values
• Practices for Embracing Enchantment

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Chapters Navigating Change: Personal and Professional Transitions The Political Landscape: Insights from Local Governance Reimagining God: Contrasting Views in Christianity The Kingdom of God: Understanding Its True Nature Revival or Division? The Current State of Christianity The Echoes of McCarthyism Awakening from Christian Nationalism The Cruelty of Reality The Cost of Austerity Revival and Reversal of Power Grassroots Hope and Community Building

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• Being in nature and facing challenges is vital.
• Community support is essential during difficult times.
• Toxic positivity denies reality; genuine hope acknowledges pain.
• Pastors often feel powerless in a chaotic world.
• The need for pastoral care is mutual between pastor and congregation.
• Navigating political issues in ministry is complex.
• Moral choices in politics often feel inconsistent.
• Christian nationalism poses a significant challenge to faith.
• Capitalism influences our understanding of God.
• We must imagine God beyond economic systems. Self-interest governs the market, but it conflicts with the Kingdom of God.
• The Kingdom of God operates on grace, not merit.
• Christianity has been co-opted by capitalism in America.
• The Enlightenment shifted God from the material to the immaterial.
• Debt relief is a biblical principle that many Christians overlook.
• Christian nationalism often distorts the true message of the Gospel.
• Freedom and supremacy are often conflated in religious contexts.
• Naming systemic issues is crucial for spiritual growth.
• Experiments against mammon can lead to meaningful change.
• Community practices can reclaim time and challenge capitalist norms.

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• Being in nature and facing challenges is vital.
• Community support is essential during difficult times.
• Toxic positivity denies reality; genuine hope acknowledges pain.
• Pastors often feel powerless in a chaotic world.
• The need for pastoral care is mutual between pastor and congregation.
• Navigating political issues in ministry is complex.
• Moral choices in politics often feel inconsistent.
• Christian nationalism poses a significant challenge to faith.
• Capitalism influences our understanding of God.
• We must imagine God beyond economic systems. Self-interest governs the market, but it conflicts with the Kingdom of God.
• The Kingdom of God operates on grace, not merit.
• Christianity has been co-opted by capitalism in America.
• The Enlightenment shifted God from the material to the immaterial.
• Debt relief is a biblical principle that many Christians overlook.
• Christian nationalism often distorts the true message of the Gospel.
• Freedom and supremacy are often conflated in religious contexts.
• Naming systemic issues is crucial for spiritual growth.
• Experiments against mammon can lead to meaningful change.
• Community practices can reclaim time and challenge capitalist norms.

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takeaways

• Tori Owens and Jonathan Foster discuss their experiences with open and relational theology.
• The definition of love is explored as a non-violent, non-scapegoating energy.
• Personal stories play a crucial role in understanding authority within the church.
• God assumptions can shape our emotional well-being and spirituality.
• Reimagining God in modern contexts is essential for spiritual growth.
• Emotional well-being is tied to our understanding of God and how we relate to others.
• Integrating new understandings of God requires practical steps in daily life.
• Listening to our bodies can provide insights into our emotional state and spirituality.
• Acting our way into new ways of thinking is more effective than merely changing our thoughts.
• The conversation emphasizes the importance of love-centric theology over power-centric theology.

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Tori's Substack: https://toriowens.substack.com/

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takeaways

• Ministry leadership is inherently difficult and often leads to burnout.
• Burnout can stem from vocational disappointment and unmet expectations.
• Relational injuries within ministry contexts are common and can be deeply impactful.
• Pastors often neglect their emotional health, leading to unregulated emotions.
• It's essential for pastors to have friendships outside their congregations.
• The Kineo Center provides support for pastors experiencing burnout.
• Naming and addressing emotions is crucial for mental health.
• Internalized expectations can distort a pastor's sense of self.
• Navigating change in ministry requires awareness of relational dynamics.
• Creating space for lament in church settings is important for emotional health.

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