001 - Theology, Croutons, and Talking Plants

On this pilot episode of Torchlighters, co-hosts Justin and Josh discuss the big question: what is theology? Justin explores the importance of not only reading God’s Word but actually studying it and meditating on it (Philippians 4:8-9). Believe it or not, theology isn’t just the thickest textbook in the history of ever, written in some dead language. It’s actually fun and quite a bit tastier than dried out bread. They also discuss the idea of “encountering God” and how the modern-day emphasis on emotions intersects with theology. Experiencing the living God isn’t always as positive and feel-good as some Christians believe; often it can be sobering and difficult. After all, Moses was humbled by a talking plant in the desert.