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Podcast: Overflow Episode 1 — Dust, Flashlights, and Heathens
Dan and Brianna tackle some tough questions:
—Is it okay for Christians to be cremated?
—How can we preach from the OT with authority?
—What should a Christian academic know in a secular school?
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Dan: @thatdankent
Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com
Twitter: @reKnewOrg
Greg’s new book: Inspired Imperfection
Dan’s new book: Confident Humility
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Category: ReKnew Podcast
Tags: Crucifixion of the Warrior God, Cruciform Theology, Death
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