Liminal Living
Dr. Thomas J Rundel
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S4E65 164: Grand Theft Donkey: Palm Sunday Reflections
Episode Notes: Summary of Arguments 1. Palm Sunday is a political confrontation, not a celebration. Tom establishes the historical and cultural context: Jerusalem at Passover swelled from 30,000 to…
S4E64 163: Tom Rundel: Power Has No God: The Raising of Lazarus
Jesus is a wanted man. He’s been run out of Jerusalem twice, nearly stoned to death, and is hiding in the wilderness when word arrives: your friend Lazarus is dying. What he does next—and how long he…
S4E63 162: Tom Rundel: Jesus Performs and Unauthorized Miracle
Episode Summary Jesus heals a man born blind using mud and spit — a deliberate echo of Genesis 2 and a declaration that the sacred arrives through the physical, not despite it. But the miracle is…
S4E62 161: Tom Rundel: Where is God When the System Fails You?
Follow the Drinking Gourd: A Map Encoded in Song Tom opens with his love of astronomy and the Big Dipper, tracing it to the African American folk song "Follow the Drinking Gourd" — a secret map…
S4E61 160: Tom Rundel: Pretense is the Enemy of the Spiritual Life
In this conversation, Tom Rundel explores the deeper meanings and contexts surrounding the famous biblical verse John 3:16, discussing its historical significance, the character of Nicodemus, and the…
S4E60 159: Tom Rundel: The Devil Wears Vestments
In this conversation, Tom Rundel explores the significance of Lent as a time for spiritual recalibration and intentional practices. He emphasizes the importance of understanding hunger versus…
S4E59 158: Tom Rundel: God Will Not Be Managed, Only Met
In this conversation, Tom Rundel reflects on Black History Month, focusing on the inspiring story of Ruby Bridges and her courage during the Civil Rights Movement. He discusses the significance of…
S4E58 157: Tom Rundel: Christian Nationalism Can't Survive Matthew 5
In this conversation, Tom Rundel explores the profound teachings of the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing its counterintuitive nature and the challenges it presents to individuals across the Christian…
S4E57 156: Tom Rundel: The Light We Cannot See
In this conversation, Tom Rundel shares personal anecdotes and insights about the nature of light, the teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, and the significance of the Beatitudes. He…
S4E56 155: Tom Rundel: Speaking Truth to Power
This conversation explores the context of Jesus' beginning ministry, the nature of time, the role of prophets in society, ancient fishermen, and the call to solidarity and healing within communities.…
S4E55 154: Tom Rundel: The Lamb of God vs The Eagle of Rome
n this episode, Tom Rundel delves into the historical and theological significance of Pope Sergius I's refusal to conform to political pressures in the late seventh century, particularly regarding…
S4E54 153: Tom Rundel: Worship What You Have Burned. Burn What You Have Worshipped
In this conversation, Tom Rundel reflects on his journey from city life to a deeper understanding of faith, exploring themes of baptism, identity, and the call to repentance. He shares personal…
S4E53 152: Tom Rundel: The Radical Theology of Incarnation
This conversation explores the life and theology of Julian of Norwich, a 14th-century mystic who lived through the Black Death. Tom Rundel discusses how Julian's experiences shaped her radical…
S4E52 151: Tom Rundel: The Political Tyranny of Herod the Great
summaryThis conversation explores the unique perspectives of the Gospels, particularly focusing on the historical context of the Hebrew people, the rise and rule of Herod the Great, and the…
S4E51 150: Tom Rundel: Love is Not Sentiment
This reflection explores love as a disruptive, risky, and compassionate force revealed in the Advent story of Joseph and Mary. Rather than portraying love as perfection or rule-following, it shows…
S4E50 149: Tom Rundel: Peace is Not the Absence of Chaos
In this episode, Dr. Tom Rundel explores the themes of Advent, focusing on peace as a central concept. He reflects on personal experiences of chaos and stress, particularly during a planned power…
S4E49 148: Tom Rundel: Joy is Not a Mood
He contrasts joy with happiness, emphasizing that joy is a deeper, more resilient state that can coexist with sorrow and is not dependent on circumstances. The discussion also delves into the…
S4E48 147: Tom Rundel: Toxic Positivity Vs Hope
In this episode, Tom Rundel explores the concept of hope versus toxic positivity, particularly within the context of Advent and the Christian faith. He discusses how hope is often misunderstood as…
S4E47 146: Tom Rundel: God is Not an Idea
In this episode, Tom Rundel explores the meaning of Christ the King Sunday, the conclusion of the liturgical year, and uses Psalm 46 to challenge the common Western tendency to treat God as a mere…
S4E46 145: Bruce Epperly: Process, Peace, and the Planet. Healing the World
In this episode of Liminal Living, Tom Rundel welcomes theologian and author Bruce Epperly back for his third appearance to discuss his new book, Healing the World: Whitehead, Francis, Clare, and…
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