Imago Dei

In this episode, Joe and Lou discuss the recent developments of the first captured images of a black hole. Joe recounts his early interests in astrophysics as well as discuss the relationship between metaphysics, science, and mathematics.

Last week, Joe and I talked about the perception of death in today’s world. We spoke about the lack of exposure to death and the ways in which we are shielded from it. Today, In honor of Good Friday, in this episode we talk about how Christ used death to point to heaven. What was Jesus saying about death during the crucifixion? How should we as Christians view and use death in our everyday life? We hope that the following reflection will give you some food for thought. Enjoy.

In this episode, Joe and Louis talk about the change in the perception of death that is happening in our world. Why is it important in life to be exposed to death? What are the ways in which this exposure is being eliminated? Works Cited: John Behr Article (https://www.christianflourishing.com/blog/2018/8/8/john-behr-dying-to-live-or-how-to-become-a-human-being)

We kick things off with a series of conversations about Plato, one of philosophy's most important and influential thinkers. In this episode Joe explains the significance of Plato's teachings, gives a summary of one of Plato's famous teachings, and (most importantly) imagines Plato giving dating advice to a heartbroken soul. Music by Chillhop: http://chillhop.com/listen Joakim Karud - Canals Bluntone - The Whut Aso - Sun Child Philanthrope - Isolation Email your questions/comments to us at: imagodeipodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we continue our conversation from last week on Kierkegaard. In an excerpt from his book "Works of Love" what is Kierkegaard saying about the way a Christian ought to love?

Being commanded to love is no small task. In this episode, Joe and Lou unpack an excerpt from Kierkegaard, a 19th century Danish philosopher. What does it mean to truly love the person you see?

In this episode, Joe wants to write a letter to the pope. Joe and Louis both reflect on the film Pope Francis: A man of his word, and discuss poverty and Catholicism. Be warned there are some minor spoilers about the film (but seriously, try to see the movie if you can).

Continuing from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.

Why is it important to not only hear the Word of God but also put it into practice? Recorded from a Through The Word bible study at New Life Fellowship, this episode unpacks the famous epistle from James and the blueprint for maturity in Christ.

Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part two of that discussion.

Does pleasure have a place in the life of a Christian? Rev. Omar Ortiz and I discuss pleasure's historical and philosophical definitions in light of the Christian faith. This is part one of that discussion.

What does it mean that God is love? How does God demonstrate love? In this episode, I examine God's nature and character as revealed in the gospel of John and the book of Genesis.

In this episode I reflect on the nature of grace and its relationship to creation and our own life. What is grace and how does God come to us through it? What is the relationship between grace and creation? Grace and our actions? How can I live in light of grace?

What is the Good life? Why do I long for more out of life? And how does God factor into all of this? On this week's episode of Imago Dei I explore some of these questions and more.

What is philosophy? How can it affect my life? In this episode I offer a short meditation on the nature of philosophy and how it can positively impact your life. Enjoy!

On the first episode of 2018, a reflection on the nature of freedom is discussed. What is freedom? And what does it mean to truly be free?

Rev. Ortiz and I discuss the relationship between Christianity and classical, modern, and postmodern thought.