In this episode of No More Silos, Dr. Erika Santiago continues the conversation on how language influences our faith journey. Building on the concepts from Part 1, she discusses the significance of examining biblical language and how certain terms have shaped modern Christian thought. Dr. Santiago reflects on her book "Bible Study The Sermon on the Mount: Helping Deconstructing Christians Reconstruct Their Faith", providing insights on how Jesus’ teachings can guide deconstructing believers toward a reconstructed faith.
Books Discussed:
- "Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality" by Zachary Wagner – A transformative exploration of what healthy masculinity looks like in a Christian context.
- "Fighting Shadows: Overcoming 7 Lies That Keep Men From Becoming Fully Alive" by Jefferson Bethke and Jon Tyson – A book addressing common cultural lies that men face and how to find freedom in biblical truth.
Key Topics:
- How language can obscure or reveal deeper theological truths
- The role of biblical translations in shaping personal faith
- Reconstructing faith through the lens of the Sermon on the Mount
- Healthy masculinity and the intersection of faith, sexuality, and identity
Resources Mentioned:
- Bible Study The Sermon on the Mount: Helping Deconstructing Christians Reconstruct Their Faith by Dr. Erika Santiago
- Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality by Zachary Wagner
- Fighting Shadows: Overcoming 7 Lies That Keep Men From Becoming Fully Alive by Jefferson Bethke and Jon Tyson
Tune in as Dr. Santiago unpacks these important resources to further explore the language and ideas that can lead us to a more authentic faith.
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