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The Eikon Podcast

The Eikon Podcast

By: Michael Burns
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 Please consider supporting this podcast by going to: https://www.patreon.com/eikonpodcastJoin Michael Burns (biblical teacher, author, and speaker), Jason Alexander (pastor, speaker), and Gianna Hearn (journalist, host of "The Weekly G" video news magazine of the NBA G-League) for a fun, lively, and relevant examination of biblical texts, emphasizing their historical and cultural context with an eye on applying those principles into the mess of modern life. To submit questions, or suggestions, or give feedback contact us at eikonpodcast@gmail.com. If you're a new listener. Welcome and thank you. We recommend that you start listening to season 4, episode 93. After you're caught up to the present, we suggest that you then go back and explore the first 3 seasons when the podcast was still called "All Things to All People with Michael Burns."© 2026 The Eikon Podcast Christianity Spirituality
Episodes
  • S8E251 - The Church: Life Together or Religious Organization?

    S8E251 - The Church: Life Together or Religious Organization?
    Feb 23 2026

    The Eikon team explores the nature of church as a community versus an organization, emphasizing relational depth, shared purpose, and the importance of doing life together. Michael, Jeff, and Gianna discuss biblical models, practical challenges, and the heart of authentic community in faith.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Greetings

    08:24 Rant on Donations and Tipping

    15:51 The Church as a Community

    26:49 Organizational vs. Relational Church Dynamics

    29:40 The Balance of Structure and Community

    32:33 Defining Church: Organization vs. Family

    36:48 The Role of Sundays in Church Life

    40:36 Love, Freedom, and the Nature of Relationships

    46:21 Family Dynamics in Church Community

    47:57 Membership: Transactional vs. Relational

    50:05 Outcomes of Community: Growth vs. Compliance

    51:29 The Challenge of Quantifying Community

    54:58 Creating a Family-Like Church Environment
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • S8E250 - Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human

    S8E250 - Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human
    Feb 16 2026

    Marty Solomon joins the Eikon team to discuss his new book with Reed Dent, 'The Gospel of Being Human'. The conversation explores the importance of asking better questions of the Bible, understanding our humanity, and the nature of God's love. Marty shares insights on the complexity of human nature, the early church's perspective on sin, and the significance of redemption as illustrated in the story of Jonah. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of power, success, and failure in the context of faith, emphasizing that God's love is more prevalent than His wrath. The episode concludes with reflections on how to engage with scripture and the world around us with curiosity and compassion.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

    02:14 Marty's New Book and Creative Process

    04:55 The Importance of Asking Questions

    07:48 Understanding Ourselves Through the Bible

    10:33 The Complexity of Being Human

    13:18 God's View of Humanity

    16:08 The Historical Context of Theology

    19:57 The Jewish Narrative and God's Heart

    23:56 The Inefficiency of Divine Partnership

    27:35 Understanding God's Love and Compassion

    29:32 Reframing the Image of God

    34:25 The Challenge of Loving Our Enemies

    39:00 Redefining Success and Failure

    42:37 The Power of Love vs. Coercion
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    54 mins
  • S8E249 - How Can the Church Be a Family if I Don't Like You?

    S8E249 - How Can the Church Be a Family if I Don't Like You?
    Feb 9 2026
    1 hr and 2 mins
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