Praxologie
What does it mean to join God in his mission today? Join Sean Smith and Tyler Patty as they explore topics related to ministry, leadership, spiritual formation, and Christian mission. This podcast seeks to help you think biblically, reflect theologically, and act missionally.
Produced as a collaboration between Josiah Venture and ForMission college, this podcast gives listeners a taste of ForMission College’s European Leadership Pathway. Learn more about our European Hub and studying for a BA (hons) in Theology, Mission and Ministry from wherever you are already serving in Central and Eastern Europe at formission.org.uk and josiahventure.com/formission.
Hosted by Sean Smith and Tyler Patty. Produced by Lara Patty and Kilian Spieß. Music by Šimon Termer.
Praxologie
The Nature of Christian Discipleship - S5E4 with Helen Miller
In this episode of the Praxologie podcast, Kilian Spieß, Sean Smith, and Helen Miller discuss the nature of Christian discipleship, emphasizing the importance of humility, intentionality, and the relational aspect of faith. We explore the tension between dependence on God and the active role individuals play in their spiritual growth. The conversation highlights the significance of storytelling in discipleship, the impact of cultural context, and the challenges faced in youth ministry, particularly regarding mental health. The episode concludes with a focus on the concept of union with Christ as central to discipleship and offers key biblical passages for reflection.
Scholars we talked about:
James K. A. Smith: You Are What You Love / Desiring The Kingdom
Alasdair MacIntyre
N. T. Wright: five-act play analogy
Kevin J. Vanhoozer: Hearers and Doers / The Drama of Doctrine / Mere Christian Hermeneutics
Andrew Root: Anxious about a Generation: Exploring a theology of well-being for young people. (youthscape.co.uk)
Charles Taylor (philosopher) & Tim Keller
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