Theology on Mission

Mar 06 2025 213 ep. 33 mins 830
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For those longing to connect theology and mission, we are talking about God and everything else. Broadcasting from NORTHERN SEMINARY, in partnership with Missio Alliance, David Fitch and Mike Moore bring their experiences as pastors and professors to bear on issues of mission and church. Pull up a chair or take them and their guests with you around town.

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S10: E11 Beyond The Salvation Wars: Rethinking Salvation with Matthew Bates

Mar 06 2025 35 mins  
Is our understanding of salvation too small? In this thought-provoking episode, Dave Fitch and Mike Moore sit down with Matthew Bates, professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and author of Beyond the Salvation Wars, to challenge long-held assumptions about the gospel. From the pitfalls of individualistic salvation to the deeper call of allegiance to King Jesus, they explor

S10: E9 Bridging the Divide: How to Have Transformative Conversations with Dan White Jr.

Jan 27 2025 46 mins  
What if the way forward in our polarized world begins at the table? In this compelling episode, Dave Fitch and Mike Moore sit down with Dan White Jr., author of Love Over Fear, to discuss the art of engaging in difficult conversations. They explore how compassion, curiosity, and a theology of the table can heal divisions in our churches, neighborhoods, and beyond. 🎙️ In This

S10: E8 The Violent Take It by Force with Matthew Taylor

Dec 09 2024 50 mins  
What happens when revivalist faith meets political power? In this episode of Theology on Mission, Dave Fitch and Mike Moore sit down with scholar Matthew D. Taylor to uncover the startling rise of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)—a movement reshaping the landscape of evangelical Christianity and American politics. Taylor reveals how this influential network of apostles and

S10: E7 Prophets Beyond Activism with Julia O’Brien

Nov 18 2024 50 mins  
What is the deepest emphasis of the prophets in the Bible? Prophets beyond Activism insightfully challenges the common progressive narrative that the prophets of ancient Israel were primarily concerned with social justice. Instead it daringly offers more life-giving ways of engaging the prophetic books for the causes of justice. The assumption that the prophets of ancient Israel

S10: E6 Reflecting on Election Results and the Next Four Years (Live Podcast)

Nov 06 2024 61 mins  
Mike Moore and David Fitch, discuss the post-election landscape following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. They delve into their reactions to the election outcome, explore the broader implications for the church, politics, and society, and consider how the church should engage in politics moving forward. The conversation includes reflections on the fa

S10: E5 Prodigal Gospel: Getting Lost and Found Again in the Good News with Jonny Morrison

Oct 28 2024 33 mins  
The good news is bigger and better than we imagined. Is the gospel good news for us today? Many Christians—especially young Christians stepping into a world and a church devastated by division, scandal, and abuse—are asking this question and deciding it simply isn’t. For many, it seems like our faith has little to offer the world around us. Our gospel has become too small—

S10: E4 The Journey of 'The Narrow Path' Exploring Spiritual Formation with Rich Villodas

Oct 21 2024 43 mins  
We live in a culture that wants it all. More is seen as better—whether it’s more money, social media fame, choices, or power. For those chasing this way of life, “narrow” seems negative. Who wants to narrow their options . . . or be seen as narrow-minded? Jesus’ way is subversive and narrow. Yet, there is no more meaningful way to live. Mike and Fitch are joined by Rich

S10: E3 Does God's Power Redefine Leadership? Fitch & Crouch Discus Power Dynamics (Part 2 of 2)

Oct 14 2024 49 mins  
In this episode of Theology on Mission, Dave Fitch and Mike Moore sit down again with Andy Crouch to dive deeper into the complexities of power in the Christian context. Building on themes from Crouch’s book Playing God, they explore the tension between creative and coercive power, framing the conversation around the story of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. With lively debat

S10: E2 Andy Crouch & David Fitch Talk Culture Making or Power Grabbing? ( Part 1 of 2)

Oct 04 2024 41 mins  
How does God want His people to deal with power? Andy Crouch & David Fitch have nuanced ways in which they see God’s invitation to embrace and use power in the world. The discussion explores topics such as coercive versus creative power, idolatry and injustice, and the pervasive influence of systems like Mammon in modern Christian thought. This candid conversation over the impl

S10: E1 Organic Intellectuals & The New Role of Church Leadership

Sep 27 2024 32 mins  
There is a critical need for church leaders to engage with cultural issues. In the Season 10 opener of the Theology on Mission podcast, hosts Dave Fitch and Mike Moore reflect on the shifting role of intellectual leadership during transitional times for the church. It is important to integrate theological reflection with the practical struggles of everyday ministry. The convers