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 Discussing a more beautiful gospel. LOAM with Pastors Tonetta Landis-Aina and Anthony Parrott unravels the radical implications of Jesus' good news for today's world. Moving beyond surface-level spirituality and worn-out religious clichés, each episode explores how the expansive love of God transforms our understanding of justice, community, and what it means to be human. Through theological deep dives, cultural analysis, and honest conversation, Tonetta and Anthony invite listeners to reimagine Christianity not as a system of control, but as an invitation into divine abundance. Whether you're deconstructing your faith, seeking a more inclusive spirituality, or simply curious about a gospel that's truly good news for everyone, this podcast creates space for the questions, doubts, and discoveries that emerge when we take Jesus at his word. New episodes biweekly.2024 Cristianismo Espiritualidad Ministerio y Evangelismo
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  • 009: Death Cannot Digest Divinity (Atonement Part 2)

    009: Death Cannot Digest Divinity (Atonement Part 2)
    May 28 2025
    Episode Overview

    In this second part of their atonement series, hosts Anthony Parrott and Tonetta Landis-Aina dive deeper into healthier frameworks for understanding the cross, moving beyond problematic theologies toward more life-giving perspectives. They explore concepts like the harrowing of hell, Christus Victor, and René Girard's scapegoat theory while emphasizing how the cross reveals God's radical solidarity with the marginalized.

    Key Topics Discussed 1. The Cross as Radical Power Reversal
    • Challenges to Christian nationalism
    • Power displayed through weakness
    • The cross as counter-imperial statement
    2. The Cross as Lynching
    • Connection between crucifixion and American lynching history
    • James Cone's The Cross and the Lynching Tree
    • Understanding the cross through the lens of racial violence and solidarity with victims
    3. Language Matters: Reconciliation vs. Cleansing
    • Translation issues with "atonement" (at-one-ment)
    • Being saved from misconceptions about God's wrath, not from God's wrath itself
    4. Participation in Atonement
    • Co-suffering love (not coercive suffering)
    • Local, contextual discipleship
    • Christ suffered ahead of us, not instead of us
    5. The Harrowing of Hell
    • Jesus' descent to free the dead
    • Death as prison that cannot hold God
    • Early church imagery of chains breaking under the cross
    6. Christus Victor
    • Christ's victory over sin, death, and evil
    • Both spiritual and physical dimensions
    • The church as continuation of Christ's victory through acts of love and justice
    7. René Girard and Scapegoat Theory
    • Mimetic desire and rivalry
    • The cross as revelation (not blessing) of the scapegoat mechanism
    • Breaking cycles of accusation and violence
    Books and Resources Referenced Books Mentioned
    • The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James Cone
    • Sacred Self-Care by Dr. Shaniqua Walker-Barnes
    • The Wood Between the Worlds by Brian Zahnd
    • The Day the Revolution Began by N.T. Wright
    • Crucifixion by Martin Hengel
    • The Brothers Karamazov by Dostoevsky
    • The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis
    Scholars Referenced
    • René Girard (French philosopher, mimetic theory)
    • Dr. Shaniqua Walker-Barnes
    • Brian Zahnd
    • N.T. Wright
    • Martin Hengel
    • James Cone
    • Brian Blount (Black New Testament scholar)
    • Douglas Campbell
    • Scot McKnight
    • Jennifer Bashaw (on scapegoating)
    • Chris Green (theologian)
    • David Bentley Hart
    Key Scripture References
    • John 12:20-25 - Jesus on his coming death
    • Ephesians 4:8-10 - descent to lower regions
    • 1 Peter 3:18-20 - proclamation to imprisoned spirits
    • Hebrews 2 - freedom from fear of death
    • 1 John 3:8 - destroying the works of the devil
    • Colossians 2 - leading powers in parade
    Historical References
    • Alexamenos graffiti (Roman graffiti mocking Christians)
    • Samuel Dewitt Proctor Conference
    • Birmingham church bombing
    • Lynching Memorial (Equal Justice Initiative)
    Memorable Quotes
    • "The cross is foolishness and we are faithful to foolishness"
    • "Death cannot digest divinity"
    • "Christ suffered ahead of us, not instead of us"
    • "We are slowly bending the arc of history towards justice"
    • "The crucifixion of Christ was not a defeat that was overturned by resurrection. Rather, it was a victory revealed in resurrection"
    Contact Information

    Instagram: @PastorParrott and @TonettaLandis

    Podcast Instagram: @loam.fm

    Email for questions: podcast@loam.fm

    Note to Listeners

    The hosts welcome questions for a potential Q&A episode. Send your questions to podcast@loam.fm to participate in future discussions about gospel, faith, and social justice.
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    45 m
  • 008: Understanding Atonement: Beyond Punishment and Toward Love

    008: Understanding Atonement: Beyond Punishment and Toward Love
    May 22 2025
    Understanding Atonement: Beyond Punishment and Toward Love Subtitle: "Where Crosses, Penguins, and Penal Substitution Collide" Your Hosts Anthony Parrott and Tonetta Landis-Aina welcome you to LOAM Podcast - "a conversation on a more beautiful gospel." Episode Topics & Timestamps [00:01:00] Introduction to Atonement - Why this conversation matters and setting the stage[00:02:00] Caveat \#1: Embodied Reality - Atonement isn't just theory\; it's lived experience for many[00:06:00] Caveat \#2: Dangerous Ideas - How teachings can be weaponized when misunderstood[00:08:00] Personal Formation Stories - What were you taught about the cross?[00:17:00] Penal Substitutionary Atonement Explained - Breaking down PSA and its problems[00:24:00] Atonement and Justice - Wrestling with the need for justice without retribution[00:30:00] The Power of Metaphor - How biblical writers used multiple images to describe mystery[00:32:00] Art and Contemplation - Finding meaning through music and visual art Key Insights from This Episode The Translation Problem Anthony explains how William Tyndale's translation choices created theological confusion by using "atonement" for both Greek katalasso (reconciliation) and Hebrew kippur (decontamination/purification), leading to centuries of conflated meaning. Two Important Caveats Caveat \#1: Atonement theology isn't just abstract theory - it affects real people experiencing real crucifixion in their daily lives (unemployment, discrimination, systemic oppression). Caveat \#2: These ideas can be dangerous when mishandled, like "trying to pick up a snake in the wild" - they can mean the exact opposite of their intended message. The Problem with Penal Substitutionary Atonement Makes punishment and retribution ultimate rather than lovePuts violence at the heart of God's characterReduces the rich biblical metaphors to one narrow theoryCan perpetuate cycles of violence and revenge "If God will not forgive us until his son has been tortured to death for us, then God is a lot less forgiving than we are sometimes." - Herbert McCabe Toward a Better Understanding The hosts emphasize that biblical writers used multiple metaphors (sacrificial, legal, interpersonal, commercial, military) because they were trying to describe a mystery that transcends any single explanation. Resources & References Mentioned Books & Authors Strange New World Podcast by Matthew Myers BoltonHerbert McCabe - Catholic theologian quoted on forgivenessSally McFague - Theologian on metaphor and religious languageRobert Mulholland - Spiritual formation framework using Jungian archetypesJon Sobrino - Liberation theologian who wrote about "crucified peoples" Music & Art "Lamb of God" - Choral cantata by Rob Gardner (Mormon composer)"No Greater Love" - Gospel song ("They hung him high, stretched him wide")"Worth" - Contemporary Christian song"How Great the Father's Love for Us" - Hymn mentionedStations of the Cross - Catholic contemplative practiceFranciscan Monastery, Washington DC - Mentioned as a place for stations of the cross Biblical & Theological Terms Katalasso (Greek) - ReconciliationKippur (Hebrew) - Purification/decontamination (as in Yom Kippur)Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA) - The dominant Protestant theory of atonementWilliam Tyndale - English Bible translator who coined "atonement" Recommended Further Reading Explore liberation theology and Jon Sobrino's work on "crucified peoples"Study the various biblical metaphors for atonement (not just substitution)Research Herbert McCabe's writings on forgiveness and God's characterLook into contemplative practices like Stations of the Cross Connect with LOAM Podcast Instagram: @loam.fmTonetta's Instagram: @tonetta.landisAnthony Online: Find him at @pastorparrott on most platformsFeedback & Questions: podcast@loam.fm Submit your questions and feedback - they'll respond in future episodes! What's Next? This is Part 1 of a multi-part series on atonement. The hosts promise to move beyond critique toward constructive alternatives - exploring how we can understand the cross as good news without the problematic baggage of punishment-focused theology. "We are not just gonna tear it down and leave people in that... I think we can do better." - Tonetta Discussion Questions What were you taught about the cross growing up? How has that shaped your understanding of God?How might the difference between "reconciliation" and "purification" change how we read atonement passages?Where do you see "crucified peoples" in today's world?How can we hold onto the love revealed in the cross while rejecting harmful theology?What art, music, or practices help you contemplate the mystery of the cross? LOAM Podcast: A conversation on a more beautiful gospel.
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    35 m
  • 007: Exploring Confession and the Spiritual Practice of Lent

    007: Exploring Confession and the Spiritual Practice of Lent
    Apr 16 2025
    "I'm a Bear, I'm Meant to Be Hibernating" Subtitle: Episode Overview

    In this episode, Anthony Parrott and Tonetta Landis-Aina discuss the spiritual practices of Lent, with a particular focus on the often overlooked practice of confession. They explore their personal histories with liturgical traditions, why Lent remains meaningful to them today, and how confession serves as an important spiritual practice for both personal growth and collective liberation.

    Key Points
    • Personal histories with Lent: Anthony and Tonetta share their journeys from non-liturgical upbringings to embracing Lenten practices
    • The importance of alternative liturgies: How the liturgical calendar offers a counter-cultural way of measuring time apart from the dominant calendar of empire
    • Lent as wilderness: Understanding the desert experiences of faith as normal and necessary spiritual cycles
    • The value of darkness: How Lent reclaims darkness as a space where God moves and works
    • Confession as practice: The tension between unhealthy guilt and the necessary practice of taking responsibility
    • Collective confession: The importance of public confession paired with assurance for communal healing
    • The dangers of avoiding confession: How avoiding self-reflection can lead to calcified hearts and unjust systems
    Notable Quotes
    • "We are formed by calendars in time, whether we like it or not." - Anthony
    • "The question is not if we are being spiritually formed, it's what is forming us." - Anthony
    • "Wilderness is a really healthy part of the life of faith." - Tonetta
    • "If you do not create... alternative routines and practices, you will be formed by the values of the empire." - Tonetta
    • "Confession as willingness to take responsibility to name what is wrong... is really important for the health of the soul." - Tonetta
    • "If you cannot be vulnerable in confession... it endangers your heart." - Tonetta
    • "Confession should drive us towards renewal and recreation and collective liberation." - Anthony
    What They're Watching
    • Tonetta: "Loot" with Maya Rudolph on Apple TV+
    • Anthony: "Severance" on Apple TV+
    Resources Mentioned
    • Barbara Brown Taylor's book "Learning to Walk in the Dark"
    • The liturgical year wheel
    • The Ignatian Examen practice
    • Willie James Jennings' "The Christian Imagination"
    Connect With Us
    • Instagram: @loam.fm
    • Tonetta Landis on Instagram: @TonettaLandis
    • Anthony Parrott online: @PastorParrott
    • Submit feedback and questions: podcast@loam.fm
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    39 m
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