The High Culture Podcast: Recent Episodes
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- For the Culture (3:06) What's up with the Gospel Music Industry?
A few weeks back Kanye West dropped his latest Hip Hop project "Donda" and hit all 20 of the top spots on Billboard. It created a uproar in the gospel music community. This raised a question, what is the gospel music industry and should those wanting to offer ministry participate in this industry in a traditional way? The crew deconstructed this idea and also discussed some of the push back that early christian artist received when trying to push the envelop with their creativity and use of different genres of music.
- The Congress (34:10) Ageism, Honor, & Institutions
In this episode the crew explored the most recent election in the Congressional Black Caucus and what it showed us about the competition of the old and new, young and old, & strength and wisdom that exists in all institutions. This ultimately led us into a conversation about Honor and its vital importance for the success of the generations.
- Unroll The Scroll (50:45) Cessationism versus Continuationism Pt. 1
This week, the crew started a new apologetic conversation about the divide when it pertains to the supernatural in today's church. When the question is asked, "Why is there no unity in the Church?" The governing beliefs concerning this area is a major factor. Are the gifts in operation for today? What is the argument for those that believe it has ceased? If there are gifts for today, are they being handled properly by those that believe that continued (aka the charismatic church) or is it witchcraft and manipulation? We start to tackle this conversation with a clean opening.
- What's Good B (1:10:58)
- Words to Live By. (1:13:32)
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- For The Culture (3:39) The Church in the Pandemic
In this episode, the crew talked about some of the extreme responses from the pulpit in regards to the pandemic. We wrestle with the question, " "Should the church be an echo governmental decrees or should they simply advocate for safety?" We talked about unspoken culture wars being waged and elevated through the platform of the church. We also highlighted some of the pivots that many pastors and churches have made for the better because of the unique challenges caused by the pandemic.
- The Congress (21:48) Nation Building vs. Diplomatic Relationship
This was a sneaky great build! We talked about what kingdom principles could be learned from the US's pullback from Afghanistan. The crew bounced around perspectives concerning when to nation-build and when to simply build diplomatic relationships and the relevance of this in the church.
- Unroll the Scroll (40:21) Prosperity Conversation Finalized
We wanted to make sure we wrapped up the prosperity conversation with a way forward. The crew affirms biblical giving and biblical prosperity. In this final segment for this conversation, we discussed the economy of gifts, how to manage the skillful contributors in the local church, and teaching real prosperity. We also challenged how people view the function of the Church that is contradictory to its inception. We advocate for generosity and honoring God with our first and best resources by allowing them to be gathered and dispersed through trustworthy houses/centers for worship.
- What’s Good (1:01:10)
- Words to Live By (1:07:18)
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For The Culture (3:18) Kicked Out the Church The crew discussed the seeming reemergence of disfellowshipping or expulsion happening in the local church and the role and impact of social media in this practice. We discussed how opening up these expulsion letters to the public can be both beneficial and problematic. We beg the question… Should the church be allowed to protect itself according to scriptural practice? Are believers ready for this level of accountability? The Congress (26:33) Identity Politics In this episode, the crew kicked open the can of identity politics and some of the targeted approaches . Is it all a mess or does it have some relevance and usefulness? Are we tired of the pandering or is it genius? Has Identity politics done more to help disenfranchised segments of society? Has identity politics made the public politically blind? Unroll the Scroll (40:11) What’s Up With The Tithe? Pt.1 A Polarizing issue in today’s church is the Practice of Tithing. This week, the crew did the unthinkable and took a critical look at tithing in its modern application in comparison to its biblical predecessor. In this first build, the different types of tithes were expounded on and we wrestled with what kind of tithe can really apply in the local church. We talk about it all… well we started to anyway! Trigger Warning: This one is a HEATER!!! What’s Good (1:04:04) Words to Live By (1:08:57)
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In this week's episode, the crew engaged in some major builds on some deep topics and continued a very important convo from the last episode.
- For the Culture (2:37) Crimes & Accountability in the Church
In the segment, the crew chatted about how the church responds when crimes are committed within the church. There was a critical look at some of the responses how they have led to people leaving the church. In the conversation, they lifted up some of the nuances that go into making decisions and understanding that some choices aren't made heinously. The crew highlighted some wisdom that the church should use to be better able to manage these challenges that come up.
- The Congress (18:39) Voting & Voting Rights
This week, the crew discussed what is happening with changes to voting rights and the restrictions that are being implemented. The crew dished on their personal thoughts about the voting process. They teased a bit about the various perspectives held about the benefits or lack thereof in choosing to vote.
- Unroll The Scroll (36:27) The Prosperity Gospel Pt 3
In this episode, the crew continued with the prosperity gospel. This week they focused on ideology, theology, and criticisms that oppose the prosperity message. They made a very clear distinction between prosperity and greed. They offered up biblical supports for prosperity as an overall way of life.
- What's Good B (1:03:36)
- Words to Live By. (1:08:37
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In this week's episode, the crew jumped into some really hot topics that have been heavily debated forever from barbershops to congressional halls.
- For the Culture (3:41) The Validity of Marriage in Today's Culture Pt. 2
The crew continued discussing the validity of marriage in today's culture. In the episode, the crew challenged the cultural perspective of marriage and the possible source of these mindsets. They discussed the benefit of having the Holy Spirit to fulfill marriage from God's highest ideals. They also encouraged marriage for unbelievers for higher purposes. They concluded with sharing God's intended function for women in the marriage and beauty of the two working in tandem.
- The Congress (19:15) Police Reform Pt.2
In this episode, the crew discussed what they would like to see in regards to policing and training. They discussed the police interaction in Kauffman, TX. They also shared personal stories. The crew encouraged listeners to do whatever is needed to make it home. They also weighed in the #DefundThePolice Movement.
- Unroll The Scroll (38:02) The Prosperity Gospel Pt 2
This week the crew moved forward with unraveling the very polarizing Prosperity Gospel and its roots in The New Thought Movement. They also discussed how some of the tenants of The New Thought Movement easily bled into modern church doctrines, practices, and presentations. A few of the modern voices of the movement included Rev. Ike and Father Divine and they were definitely talked about. The crew also put the poverty movement on the chopping block as well. Terrance leaves
- What's Good B (1:00:27)
- Words to Live By. (1:05:33)
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In this week's episode, the crew jumped into some really hot topics that have been heavily debated forever from barbershops to congressional halls.
- For the Culture (3:11) The Validity of Marriage in Today's Culture Pt. 1
In light of Dr. Dre's alimony order this summer, many people began to question the validity of marriage due to the fear of financial vulnerability and the desire to keep the government out of it. The crew discusses the history of marriage and the benefits of marriage. They discuss the business aspect of marriage from its inception and the challenges that come when trying to separate the two.
- The Congress (29:47) Police Reform Pt.1
The crew dig in the Police Reform Bill and what real changes we would like to see in this area.
- Unroll The Scroll (46:52) The Prosperity Gospel Pt 1
This week the crew started to unravel the very polarizing Prosperity Gospel. Terrance does a deep dive on its origin and how it initially emerged.
- What's Good B (1:02:40)
- Words to Live By. (1:05:33)
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In this week's episode, the crew did a double back to continue building on the heavy segments from last week. They added some fresh takes in the mix. For The Culture 2:50 The Destructive loop of Toxic Masculinity AND Toxic Feminism Pt 2 Ultimately, what is being said when we call each other toxic? Does God's prescription for men and women have any bearing on what we see today? The team discuss some of the nuance with this challenges and what some of the solutions can be to see men and women thrive as a complimentary pair in any dynamic. The Congress 18:38 Capitalism & Socialism Considering what economic structures of nations and crisis, the crew decide to dive into a little bit of social studies to unravel the redemptive qualities of any structure? Which of them can really reflect God's heart for nations and people? Is it possible to see them work in our world? Unroll the Scroll 38:32 Is Jesus Deity? & Is He the Eternal Son? The crew did the unthinkable-- they challenged the "Trinity" doctrine and examined its effectiveness of explaining The Most High's relationship to the Son. There was a great unfolding of revelation that could be appreciated by anyone seeking to know the Father better! What's Good 57:48 Words to Live By 1:01:07
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In this week's episode, the crew did some heavy lifting with the conversations they chose. These topics were pretty intense. For The Culture 3:00 The Destructive loop of Toxic Masculinity AND Toxic Feminism Pt 1 Do we truly understand the value of roles and partners? Will men and women ever come together in their divinely designed complimentary partnership or are we doomed to power-struggle forever. The crew attempted to wrestle through this one- but lead to an Inception-like maze of questions. The Congress 26:24 Critical Race Theory Who are some of the detractors? Does CRT make victims out of the present generation? Is the emergence of CRT a political tactic? The crew walk through identifying CRTs value to the community and speculate on its emerging criticism. Unroll the Scroll 42:11 Is Jesus Deity? & Is He the Eternal Son? This topic was full of nuggets of wisdom. Words are powerful if you understand them. If you don't, you might wonder how Jesus could be God and pray to God. This segment will help you out. What's Good 55:47 Words to Live By 59:23
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On this week's episode the gang continues to deep dive into cultural discussions that surround events and topics that emerged over the course of the Summer. For The Culture 2:53 Cultural Icons & Accountability Can we have cultural icons and celebrities and not galvanize to shield them from accountability? Do we make to trite situations "black issues" to our own hurt? Should we run to champion everything. The Congress 17:21 Critical Race Theory. What is it? Why is it of importance? Unroll the Scroll 32:29 Does the Name of God Matter? Is it ever alright to take an ecumenical approach? Is Universalism ever appropriate? What's Good 50:01 Words to Live By 54:24
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In this episode, the gang deep dives into cultural discussions that surround events and topics that emerged at the start of Summer. For the Culture 3:38 "Disciples, Duality, Discretion" How much sharing is too much sharing for church leaders? What is the culture saying? What is wise? The Congress 27:03 "Juneteeth & It's Impact" Unroll the Scroll 41:17 "Physical Church v. Virtual Church" What's Good 56:07 Words to Live By 1:01:23
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In this episode, Cheray, Terrance, & Jonathan give brief introductions and welcome the listening audience into a new experience. They explain the format of the show and what the audience can expect from their weekly listening.
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