Vox Podcast With Mike Erre

Mike and Tim engage with New Testament scholar Tim Gombis to explore how our traditional understanding of the gospel might be missing the radical message of Jesus's Kingdom. They discuss the limitations of a transactional approach to faith and delve into how Jesus's teachings in the Gospel of Mark challenge our expectations, both then and now. This conversation kicks off a new series focused on rediscovering the Kingdom message in today's context. Key Takeaways: Moving Beyond Transactional Faith – Understanding why the traditional "accept Jesus into your heart" message misses the fuller gospel. The Kingdom of God in Jesus's Time – Exploring what the phrase "Kingdom of God" meant to Jesus's original audience and why they found him disappointing. Reimagining the Gospel Today – How our modern expectations can lead to similar misunderstandings of Jesus's message. Community and Suffering – Embracing the communal and sacrificial aspects of the Kingdom life as depicted in Mark's Gospel. Deconstruction and Faith – D