Derek Rishmawy, Alastair Roberts, and Brad East engage in a discussion about the concept of 'holy ambition' within the context of ministry. They explore the balance between ambition and faithfulness, the impact of social media on pastoral ambitions, and the fears associated with ministry today, including the fear of cancellation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval over personal recognition and the need for pastors to dream big while remaining grounded in their faith.

Chapters

This is a rerelease of a previous episode.

In response to a listener question, Derek, Matt, and Alastair go deep on the doctrine of creation. They ask and answer questions about whether creation is real, what counts as worship, what makes a doctrine of creation thick or thin, and whether we need to be thinking about God at all times.

Timestamps:
On the Excitement Meter [0:00]
Wherein Lies the Deepness? [2:13]
Reality and Goodness [10:30]
Participatory vs. Intrinsic Value [14:12]
A Dim Reflection [15:53]
Curiositas [18:57]
Not Everything Is Worship [22:39]
Children of the Earth [40:44]

Derek Rishmawy, Alastair Roberts, James Wood, and Joe Minich explore whether modernity deserves our praise or criticism. They examine the goods and challenges of the modern world, from medical advances to technological disruption, asking how Christians should thoughtfully engage rather than simply retreat or embrace uncritically.

• 00:00 Introduction and Setup
• 02:10 Defining Modernity - What Are We Talking About?
• 07:54 The Goods of Modernity - Why People Embraced Change
• 17:13 The Revolutionary Character of Modern Life
• 25:33 Freedom From vs. Freedom For
• 30:44 The Problem of Collective Agency
• 39:05 Rising Risks and Diminished Control
• 46:00 The Church as Ark - Finding a Third Way
• 55:33 Critical Engagement vs. Simple Acceptance