Edge of Faith Magazine

Beauty in Silence - Makoto Fujimura

December 15, 2020 02:29 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Makoto Fujimura (archives from 2017) discusses his faith and new book at the time ... Beauty and Silence. A wonderful discussion on Japanese culture, beauty and Christianity.

Troubled Minds

December 10, 2020 06:14 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

As Christians, what is our responsibility to members of our church suffering from mental illness? Learn more in this article as we address this sensitive issue with Amy Simpson.

Luci Shaw

December 02, 2020 23:24 - 15 minutes - 21 MB

God’s thumbprints are in everything around us, From a beautiful flower to a peacefully waving ocean. Join us as we talk with Luci Shaw about her insights and enjoy some of her thought provoking poetry.

Cameron Anderson

December 02, 2020 23:22 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MB

The (Former) Executive Director of CIVA (Christians In the Visual Arts) shares his experiences and thoughts about art and the church as we discuss his new book, “The Faithful Artist, A Vision For Evangelicalismand the Arts"

75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know

December 02, 2020 23:12 - 19 minutes - 10.9 MB

Enjoy Terry sharing with EOF about some of the wonderful pieces of art, music and intriguing movies that every Christian should know.

Created & Creating

December 02, 2020 22:44 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

“Created & Creating, A Biblical Theology of Culture”, examines the complexity of Christians engaging in their culture utilizing insights from some of the great cultural theologian such as C.S. Lewis, T.S. Elliot, Abraham Kuyper and others.

Inklings on Philosophy and Worldview

October 13, 2020 18:15 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MB

Edge of Faith discusses four world views with Matther Dominguez: Idealism, Materialism, Monism, Theism. Learn the general concept of these world views in a conversational manner that will make it easy for you to understand their constructs and the consequences of following each of these world views to their conclusions.

Compassion & Conviction - Justin Giboney

October 13, 2020 00:35 - 19 minutes - 15.3 MB

Christianity is in every aspect of our life as Christians, and it should show. Politics is only one of those aspects, and it should be no different. We need to remember we are Imago Dei, created in God's image, and we should treat and support each other accordingly.

In Search of the Common Good

October 10, 2020 17:32 - 30 minutes - 42 MB

Our politics and culture are divisive. Our culture is in decline. The faith of many Christians has wained and many of those who do claim to be Christian would fail the simplest statement of belief. What has happened to our church and our beliefs. Where is our stand and our ability to be the light in the darkness of the world. In this interview Edge of Faith talks to Jake Meador as he gives an analysis of why much of this has happened and where we should go from here.

The Path of a Peacemaker

October 09, 2020 04:16 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

We have conflict all the time in our day to day lives, some might argue even more in these trying times. Conflict and tension are nothing new to us as we walk in a fallen world. Brian Noble shares with Edge of Faith how we can use Biblical examples of tension to work out resolutions and manage conflict to a better conclusion. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage, relax and listen to this interview. You will be glad you did!

Spoken Word Poetry with Amena Brown

October 02, 2020 01:45 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB

Edge of Faith has a candid and entertaining discussion with spoken word poet Amena Brown.

The Art and Passion of Megan Murphy

October 02, 2020 01:31 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MB

Megan enlightens Edge of Faith about her wonder art pieces.

Mere Science and Christian Faith

October 02, 2020 01:24 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB

Edge of Fatih discusses Mere Science and Christianity with Greg Cootsona.

Bryant Myers Engaging Globalization

October 01, 2020 23:25 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MB

A interesting conversation on Globalization with Bryant Myers.

Douglas McConnell Cultural Insights for Christian Leaders

October 01, 2020 23:22 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

Edge of Faith talks with Douglas McConnell.

The Messiah Comes to Middle-Earth - Philip Ryken

October 01, 2020 23:18 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MB

Philip Ryken takes us to Middle Earth and more as he discusses his book, "The Messiah Comes to Middle Earth".

Joe Strickland - The Art of Photography

October 01, 2020 23:11 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

Edge of Faith talks with Photographer Joe Strictland.

Old Testament Wisdom Literature with David Firth

October 01, 2020 20:56 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MB

Edge of Faith has a interesting discussion with David on Wisdom Literature in the Bible.

Liturgy of Politics

September 19, 2020 21:47 - 19 minutes - 27 MB

How do your everyday repetitive habits, or "rituals" , effect your spiritual formation? Does your steady diet of political news and rhetoric affect your faith? Do these things become part of your faith? Kaitlyn discusses all of these things and shows how they do become a part of your overall spiritually.

A Week in the Life of a Slave

September 18, 2020 18:02 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MB

The book Philemon is one of the shortest books in the Bible. Yet, New Testament scholar John Byron manages to magically pull a delightful story out of it to create his historical novel, A Week in the Life of a Slave.

Christian Political Witness

September 18, 2020 03:52 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MB

Edge of Faith has an informative conversation with Christian Historian George Kalantzis, one of the editors of the book and a contributor. He lays out the foundation of how modernity has begun to domesticate our faith through civil religion and liberalism.

Political Church

September 17, 2020 04:32 - 54 minutes - 42.1 MB

Edge of Faith has a wonderful discussion with Jonathan Leeman about the Church, the Kingdom, and Politics. We discuss the concept of political ideology as an idiom for worldview, what is right and wrong, the role of government, and how people should live. Jonathan explains these ideologies, such as Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, Marxism, Republicanism, etc. These ideologies all have their starting points, and they all define what is just and true. As Christians, we should all know that...

The Art of Robert Eustace

August 11, 2020 01:48 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

Edge of Faith talks with artist Robert Eustace about his faith, his work and his life.

Stewards of Eden - Sandra Richter

August 08, 2020 03:24 - 31 minutes - 24.2 MB

Come to the table and listen to Sandra Richter as she shares what a Christian's responsibility, as laid out by the Bible, to the Earth. Take a fascinating journey through some of what the Old Testament law states about environmentalism. You will be amazed, but should not be surprised, how God wants us to steward His creation.

The Soul of Wine

August 04, 2020 22:16 - 22 minutes - 17.9 MB

Join Edge of Faith in a wonderful conversation with Gisela Kreglinger as she shares some of her childhood memories growing up in a family of faith and on a vineyard in Franconia, Germany. Now, with her Ph.D. in Theology she explains some of the spiritual value of wine and shares with the audience that it is for everyone and should be something very special.

A Prayer For Orion

June 14, 2020 22:24 - 25 minutes - 19.6 MB

A memoir of a Christian families struggle with drug addiction. The pain, and redemption Katherine shares with Edge of Faith, and in her book "A Payer for Orion", is very moving and informative. Learn about their struggles, some of the facts about addiction in the US and how to work through crisis. And most importantly see how God is a God of comfort and is always there with you.

Grace for the Children

June 14, 2020 02:26 - 30 minutes - 23.8 MB

Many children are afflicted with mental illness, often misunderstood as attitude problems. Many churches are not adequately prepared or trained for such issues. The saddest piece of this scenario is that most of these children will not be diagnosed or treated. Listen to Edge of Faith discuss the mental health system and the mental health issues of children with Matthew Stanford.

I Was Hungry - Jeremy Everette

June 13, 2020 21:28 - 30 minutes - 24.1 MB

Edge of Faith talks with Jeremy Everette about systemic poverty and hunger. Listen as they discuss some of the unthought of issues of catastrophic events such as hurricanes and the logistics of displaced people and how to deal with them. The same issues arrive from dealing with poverty. Poverty is so much more complex than just the talking points from both sides in media today.

A Week in the Life of A Greco-Roman Woman

June 09, 2020 23:16 - 22 minutes - 17.9 MB

Go on a journey into history as Holly Beer and Edge of Faith take you through the life and times of the First Century Church and how it effects the life of a Greco-Roman woman and her family. Learn about some of the ways they lived in this culture and what was required to stay alive during this harsh time. And most importantly, see how our Jesus changed their lives just like he changes ours today.

Restoring the Shattered Self - Heather Gingrich

June 06, 2020 02:07 - 52 minutes - 40.6 MB

A very caring conversation about complex trauma and how to recognize it, what to do about it, and how God can heal. Listen in as Edge of Faith discusses this important and complicated issue with Heather Gingrich.

Embodying Integration

June 02, 2020 22:29 - 30 minutes - 23.5 MB

Join us at Edge of Faith as we discuss the conflict between Christianity and Psychology. The Integration Movement began with the idea that we could blend the faith and mindset of God with the scientific discipline of Psychology, so God and mental health can work together.

Disruptive Witness - Alan Noble

May 26, 2020 22:51 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MB

How does technology and "noise" effect our faith and witness? tune in to this talk with Alan Noble and find out.

Placemaking And The Arts - Jennifer Craft

May 26, 2020 20:19 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

Listen to this engaging discussion on art, placemaking, and the spiritual. Edge of Faith talks with Jennifer Craft about the visual arts and it's part in our lives and faith.

The Morals of the Story Baggett & Baggett

May 25, 2020 02:07 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MB

David and Marybeth Baggett discuss the discipline of philosophy of moral apologetics. A fascinating, enlightening, and even fun interview. Listen now and enjoy the expanded knowledge.

Watching TV Religiously - Kutter Callaway

May 25, 2020 01:55 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MB

Kutter Callaway discusses the history, nuance, and art of watching TV and explains the differences from a movie. An interesting journey through the everyday experience of the television audience.

Artist Lee Benson

May 25, 2020 01:37 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MB

Edge of Faith stops to have a chat with artist Lee Benson. Lee shares his inspiration and art in this moving interview.

iGods - Craig Detweiller

May 23, 2020 21:30 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

An interview with Craig Detweiller on his book iGods. An interesting discussion on how technology may be changing our lives.

Wande

May 16, 2020 17:27 - 8 minutes - 6.29 MB

Edge of Faith just had the opportunity to talk with up and coming Hip Hop star Wande. Her fresh and upbeat God focused sound is very refreshing.

I STILL BELIEVE - Filmmaker Andrew Erwin

April 28, 2020 22:04 - 6 minutes - 4.97 MB

Edge of Faith has a quick conversation with filmmaker Andrew Erwin about the movie I Still Believe, the true love story of Jeremy Camp and his first wife Melissa.

Renovate - Jim Wilder

April 24, 2020 15:53 - 43 minutes - 34.1 MB

Today we are talking with Jim Wilder, Founder of Life Model Works and author of the new book, Renovated: God, Dallas Willard, and the Church That Transforms. This interview is not an official part of the April 2020 Issue of Edge of Faith, Mysticism and Spirituality, Seeking God in Crisis, but you can think of it as bonus material. It is truly a book on seeking the spiritual and being closer to God, but it takes you there in a way you may not have thought would (wait for it) ... with science.

Melanie Spinks on the Spirituality of Visual Arts

April 13, 2020 23:27 - 29 minutes - 23.3 MB

How does art give us comfort in this time of pandemic? How does visual art help to make a sacred space and help you on your spiritual journey to become closer to God? Is Art important in relation to our theology? If you want the answers to these questions then listen to the interview below. Also, enjoy the two works posted below as Melanie discusses them.

A Spiritual Walk with Don Everts

April 12, 2020 04:44 - 35 minutes - 27.3 MB

Don Everts talks with Edge of Faith about a Christian's spiritual walk in these difficult times. He also tells us a little bit about his last two books, The Reluctant Witness and The Spiritually Vibrant Home, both featuring research from Barna in partnership with The Lutheran Hour Ministries.

Recapturing An Enchanted World

April 07, 2020 23:13 - 33 minutes - 26.4 MB

Why do we have ritual in the church? How do we as physical beings with spirit understand and grasp the closeness of God who is spirit? Do the visual and auditory acts of ritual work in our minds to grasp the beauty of the spiritual?

Joe Hanson

April 07, 2020 04:37 - 10 minutes - 11.1 MB

Edge of Faith Magazine interviews up and coming Country musician Joe Hanson.

Our Good Crisis with Jonathan Dodson

April 06, 2020 01:46 - 37 minutes - 29.3 MB

Today we are in the middle of a pandemic, a global crisis. In Jonathan's new book, he discusses the media overload of information, much of which is filled with crisis. Are we becoming numb by so much that is immoral and wrong in our world? And now as all of us, Christians included, are not only burdened by this constant bombardment but now are also confronted with the Coronavirus. How do we as Christians need to react? Listen to EOF interview Jonathan as we discuss the Beatitudes and what th...

A life of Listening - Leighton Ford

April 04, 2020 02:25 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

Edge of Faith talks with Leighton Ford, founder of the Leighton Ford Foundation and former vice president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, about the current pandemic, listening to God's voice, prayer, and much more as we take a closer look at his memoir, A Life of Listening. Join us we learn how to listen to that still small voice and feel the presence of God. Learn to develop your walk as the subtitle suggests, Discerning God's Voice and Discovering our Own.

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