It’s the final episode for season 10 of With All Due Respect!

This year marks 1700 years since the creation of the Nicene Creed, one of Christianity's seminal documents (outside of the Bible).

Our hosts discuss why this creed matters and debate whether more churches should use it in their services.

Theologian Beth Felker Jones then joins the show to discuss the creed's historical and theological significance, before Michael and Megan share their thoughts on the 2017 documentary The Song Keepers.

It’s the final episode for season 10 of With All Due Respect!This year marks 1700 years since the creation of the Nicene Creed, one of Christianity's seminal documents (outside of the Bible).Our hosts discuss why this creed matters and debate whether more churches should use it in their services.Theologian Beth Felker Jones then joins the show to discuss the creed's historical and theological significance, before Michael and Megan share their thoughts on the 2017 documentary The Song Keepers.

Less aggro, more conversation. 

Is it even possible to have a deep discussion without it descending into chaos? Michael Jensen and Megan Powell du Toit think yes, and want to show the rest of us how to do it. 

There’s plenty of things they disagree on: free will, feminism, where you should send your kids to school and what type of church you should go to. But there are also plenty of other things that they have in common. They want to talk about all these things with conviction. But they also want the conversation to be constructive. Tune in to find out if that’s possible.

With All Due Respect

Nicene Creed

For Arguments Sake

Be Our Guest

Through The Wardrobe

This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. Download a course guide to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.

Morling to Go  is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.

About the Guest:

Prof Miroslav Volf is a distinguished theologian and the Henry B. Wright Professor of Theology at Yale Divinity School, where he directs the Yale Center for Faith and Culture. Originally from Croatia, Volf has had a significant impact in theological circles through his focus on identity, otherness, and reconciliation. He is best known for his acclaimed book Exclusion and Embrace, which Christianity Today named one of the 100 most influential religious books of the twentieth century. Volf has also served as an advisor to the President’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the White House.

Key Takeaways:
Ambition is a multifaceted concept, often viewed as both a virtue and a vice across history and cultures.
Miroslav Volf emphasises the toxicity of comparing oneself to others and how striving for excellence should surpass endeavors for superiority.
The importance of intrinsic value over societal metrics in measuring success and personal worth is underscored.
Biblical narratives, such as those in Philippians and the Gospels, highlight the transformative power of purpose-driven ambition for God's glory.
The cultural portrayal of ambition, exemplified by classic literature and modern TV series, calls for a reflective look at our own motivations and societal structures.

Notable Quotes:
"God's love is not a generic thing thrown over the world; it remembers the specificity of the one."
"Each of us has a generic nature, but each of us has also a specific nature."
"Ambition with a pious swoosh can easily become selfish ambition if not directed carefully."
"The widow's two coins were worth more than the great sums of the rich; she gave everything."
"Our society often measures success quantitatively, but Jesus looked at the heart, the interior life."

Resources:
Miroslav Volf's Book: The Cost of Ambition
Miroslav Volf's Book: Exclusion and Embrace

 

This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. <a href="https://info.morling.edu.au/l/979923/2023-03-26/5967sq">Download a course guide</a> to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.
<a href="https://www.morling.edu.au/morling-to-go">Morling to Go</a>&nbsp; is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.
About the Guest:
Prof Miroslav Volf is a distinguished theologian and the Henry B. Wright Professor of Theology at Yale Divinity School, where he directs the Yale Center for Faith and Culture. Originally from Croatia, Volf has had a significant impact in theological circles through his focus on identity, otherness, and reconciliation. He is best known for his acclaimed book&nbsp;Exclusion and Embrace, which Christianity Today named one of the 100 most influential religious books of the twentieth century. Volf has also served as an advisor to the President&rsquo;s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the White House.
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Ambition is a multifaceted concept, often viewed as both a virtue and a vice across history and cultures.</li>
<li>Miroslav Volf emphasises the toxicity of comparing oneself to others and how striving for excellence should surpass endeavors for superiority.</li>
<li>The importance of intrinsic value over societal metrics in measuring success and personal worth is underscored.</li>
<li>Biblical narratives, such as those in Philippians and the Gospels, highlight the transformative power of purpose-driven ambition for God's glory.</li>
<li>The cultural portrayal of ambition, exemplified by classic literature and modern TV series, calls for a reflective look at our own motivations and societal structures.</li>
</ul>
Notable Quotes:
<ol>
<li>"God's love is not a generic thing thrown over the world; it remembers the specificity of the one."</li>
<li>"Each of us has a generic nature, but each of us has also a specific nature."</li>
<li>"Ambition with a pious swoosh can easily become selfish ambition if not directed carefully."</li>
<li>"The widow's two coins were worth more than the great sums of the rich; she gave everything."</li>
<li>"Our society often measures success quantitatively, but Jesus looked at the heart, the interior life."</li>
</ol>
Resources:
<ul>
<li>Miroslav Volf's Book: <a href="https://koorong.com/product/the-cost-of-ambition-how-striving-to-be_9781587434815?srsltid=AfmBOor-9TE8Wo3UaQV3AqYj-_ksPI3Iqcq8RKI-3H4nW_B4aQ8c27t4">The Cost of Ambition</a></li>
<li>Miroslav Volf's Book: <a href="https://koorong.com/product/exclusion-and-embrace-a-theological-exploration-of-identity_9781501861079?srsltid=AfmBOort828OlsIE5nPT0jfYwAVDJtK1DPLZyG0f4u4A9EkWximnDrD5">Exclusion and Embrace</a></li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

When Ambition Becomes Toxic with Prof Miroslav Volf

This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. Download a course guide to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.

Morling to Go  is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.

About the Guest

The Reverend Dr. Amy Peeler is the Kenneth T. Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies and Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Illinois, and serves as a priest at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Geneva, Illinois. She earned her MDiv and PhD in Biblical Studies from Princeton Theological Seminary and is a New Testament scholar whose work often focuses on Hebrews and the relationship between men and women in Christianity. She has authored several books on Hebrews and most recently wrote “Ordinary Time,” which explores the meaning of this often overlooked season in the church year

Key Points:
Sacred in the Mundane: The ordinary moments in life can hold spiritual significance, challenging the conventional belief that only extraordinary events are divinely touched.
Liturgical Reflection: The Christian liturgical calendar offers a balanced rhythm of ordinary and special times, emphasising continual spiritual growth.
Cultural Dualism: Exploring how religious traditions perceive and often segregate the sacred from the mundane, revealing potential tensions and integrations.
Everyday Miracles: Leveraging routine and structure, such as daily prayers, can help recognise and appreciate God's omnipresence in everyday life.
Ordinary as Extraordinary: The discussion in "Train Dreams" and the insights by Amy Peeler highlight finding fulfillment and divine purpose in ordinary life moments.

Notable Quotes:
"When you change the nappy of the infant, pray to God the Father for, you know, pray in praise of his work in this small infant." - Michael Jensen
"Ordinary time does help us practice for eternity… these repeated actions are growing." - Amy Peeler
"God wants to sanctify us, grow and deepen our faith." - Amy Peeler
"I think there's more here. You have to see that God has made creation." - Megan Powell du Toit
"That repetition helps us to grow… it's built into a human. That's how we learn." - Amy Peeler

Resources:
Hope 103.2 - The network carrying "With All Due Respect"
Amy Peeler’s book: Ordinary Time: The Season of Growth - Provides insights into the liturgical calendar's significance

 

This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. <a href="https://info.morling.edu.au/l/979923/2023-03-26/5967sq">Download a course guide</a> to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.
<a href="https://www.morling.edu.au/morling-to-go">Morling to Go</a>&nbsp; is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.
About the Guest
The&nbsp;<a href="https://amypeeler.com/">Reverend Dr. Amy Peeler</a> is the Kenneth T. Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies and Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Illinois, and serves as a priest at St. Mark&rsquo;s Episcopal Church in Geneva, Illinois. She earned her MDiv and PhD in Biblical Studies from Princeton Theological Seminary and is a New Testament scholar whose work often focuses on Hebrews and the relationship between men and women in Christianity. She has authored several books on Hebrews and most recently wrote &ldquo;Ordinary Time,&rdquo; which explores the meaning of this often overlooked season in the church year
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Sacred in the Mundane: The ordinary moments in life can hold spiritual significance, challenging the conventional belief that only extraordinary events are divinely touched.</li>
<li>Liturgical Reflection: The Christian liturgical calendar offers a balanced rhythm of ordinary and special times, emphasising continual spiritual growth.</li>
<li>Cultural Dualism: Exploring how religious traditions perceive and often segregate the sacred from the mundane, revealing potential tensions and integrations.</li>
<li>Everyday Miracles: Leveraging routine and structure, such as daily prayers, can help recognise and appreciate God's omnipresence in everyday life.</li>
<li>Ordinary as Extraordinary: The discussion in "Train Dreams" and the insights by Amy Peeler highlight finding fulfillment and divine purpose in ordinary life moments.</li>
</ul>
Notable Quotes:
<ul>
<li>"When you change the nappy of the infant, pray to God the Father for, you know, pray in praise of his work in this small infant." - Michael Jensen</li>
<li>"Ordinary time does help us practice for eternity&hellip; these repeated actions are growing." - Amy Peeler</li>
<li>"God wants to sanctify us, grow and deepen our faith." - Amy Peeler</li>
<li>"I think there's more here. You have to see that God has made creation." - Megan Powell du Toit</li>
<li>"That repetition helps us to grow&hellip; it's built into a human. That's how we learn." - Amy Peeler</li>
</ul>
Resources:
<ul>
<li><a href="http://hope1032.com.au/">Hope 103.2</a> - The network carrying "With All Due Respect"</li>
<li>Amy Peeler&rsquo;s book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ordinary-Time-Season-Amy-Peeler/dp/1514009684">Ordinary Time: The Season of Growth</a> - Provides insights into the liturgical calendar's significance</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Ordinary Time: From Boring to Weeping in Worship w/ Amy Peeler

Kanishka Raffel is the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney, leading the diocese since 2021. Born in England and of Sri Lankan descent, Raffel migrated to Australia as a child and initially raised as a Buddhist, he embraced Christianity during his university years. Before his current role, Raffel served as the Dean of St Andrew's Cathedral in Sydney and held pastoral positions in Canberra, Goulburn, and Western Australia. His unique background and leadership in the Anglican Church are marked by a commitment to multiculturalism and community integration.

Key Points:
Multiculturalism and Faith: Raffel appreciates multiculturalism as both a cultural reality and a gospel opportunity, highlighting the biblical narrative from Babel to Pentecost.
Christian Hospitality: The episode stresses the importance of Christians extending hospitality, modeled after God's hospitality, as a powerful means of advancing social cohesion and community relations.
Navigating Fear: Exploring the role of fear in immigration debates, Raffel points to the online world’s potential to fuel radicalisation, emphasising the need for communities to remain non-reactive and welcoming.
Biblical Framework for Immigration: Raffel uses Old Testament principles of welcoming the stranger to offer insights into current immigration policies.
Leadership in Multicultural Contexts: Raffel calls for gentle, gospel-shaped leadership that acknowledges immigrants' vulnerabilities and models a Christ-like posture in public discourse.

Notable Quotes:
"At Pentecost, the Gospel is proclaimed in many languages. In Antioch, the walls that divide the ethnic quarters come down in the church of Jesus Christ."
"The openness of the people of God to the stranger culminates in the person of Jesus Christ. His Lordship is a hospitable one, not a totalitarian one."
"There’s tremendous opportunity for Christians who have experienced the hospitality of God in the gospel to offer hospitality."
"It's very easy for native-born Australians to underestimate how disruptive, isolated, and confusing it is to be a migrant."
"Peaceable and considerate leadership is needed in today's multicultural debate, as it provides a great opportunity to engage with gospel-shaped responses."

This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. Download a course guide to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.

Morling to Go  is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.

Kanishka Raffel is the Anglican Archbishop of Sydney, leading the diocese since 2021. Born in England and of Sri Lankan descent, Raffel migrated to Australia as a child and initially raised as a Buddhist, he embraced Christianity during his university years. Before his current role, Raffel served as the Dean of St Andrew's Cathedral in Sydney and held pastoral positions in Canberra, Goulburn, and Western Australia. His unique background and leadership in the Anglican Church are marked by a commitment to multiculturalism and community integration.
Key Points:
<ul>
<li>Multiculturalism and Faith: Raffel appreciates multiculturalism as both a cultural reality and a gospel opportunity, highlighting the biblical narrative from Babel to Pentecost.</li>
<li>Christian Hospitality: The episode stresses the importance of Christians extending hospitality, modeled after God's hospitality, as a powerful means of advancing social cohesion and community relations.</li>
<li>Navigating Fear: Exploring the role of fear in immigration debates, Raffel points to the online world&rsquo;s potential to fuel radicalisation, emphasising the need for communities to remain non-reactive and welcoming.</li>
<li>Biblical Framework for Immigration: Raffel uses Old Testament principles of welcoming the stranger to offer insights into current immigration policies.</li>
<li>Leadership in Multicultural Contexts: Raffel calls for gentle, gospel-shaped leadership that acknowledges immigrants' vulnerabilities and models a Christ-like posture in public discourse.</li>
</ul>
Notable Quotes:
<ul>
<li>"At Pentecost, the Gospel is proclaimed in many languages. In Antioch, the walls that divide the ethnic quarters come down in the church of Jesus Christ."</li>
<li>"The openness of the people of God to the stranger culminates in the person of Jesus Christ. His Lordship is a hospitable one, not a totalitarian one."</li>
<li>"There&rsquo;s tremendous opportunity for Christians who have experienced the hospitality of God in the gospel to offer hospitality."</li>
<li>"It's very easy for native-born Australians to underestimate how disruptive, isolated, and confusing it is to be a migrant."</li>
<li>"Peaceable and considerate leadership is needed in today's multicultural debate, as it provides a great opportunity to engage with gospel-shaped responses."</li>
</ul>
This season of With All Due Respect is sponsored by Morling College, a Christ-centred higher-education institution shaped by its Baptist heritage and broad evangelical vision. Morling is committed to rigorous theological study, deep spiritual formation, and learning how to engage faithfully and thoughtfully with difference. Study options include ministry and theology, counselling, chaplaincy, and education. <a href="https://info.morling.edu.au/l/979923/2023-03-26/5967sq">Download a course guide</a> to explore whether Morling is the right place for your next step.
<a href="https://www.morling.edu.au/morling-to-go">Morling to Go</a>&nbsp; is a collection of free, short, video-based courses created by Morling College to support thoughtful Christian learning and formation. Designed for individuals, small groups, and ministry teams, each course includes teaching videos and discussion questions led by respected evangelical scholars and practitioners. Explore each course and find a resource that best fits your context.

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