S8E250 - Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human

Marty Solomon joins the Eikon team to discuss his new book with Reed Dent, 'The Gospel of Being Human'. The conversation explores the importance of asking better questions of the Bible, understanding our humanity, and the nature of God's love. Marty shares insights on the complexity of human nature, the early church's perspective on sin, and the significance of redemption as illustrated in the story of Jonah. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of power, success, and failure in the context of faith, emphasizing that God's love is more prevalent than His wrath. The episode concludes with reflections on how to engage with scripture and the world around us with curiosity and compassion.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

02:14 Marty's New Book and Creative Process

04:55 The Importance of Asking Questions

07:48 Understanding Ourselves Through the Bible

10:33 The Complexity of Being Human

13:18 God's View of Humanity

16:08 The Historical Context of Theology

19:57 The Jewish Narrative and God's Heart

23:56 The Inefficiency of Divine Partnership

27:35 Understanding God's Love and Compassion

29:32 Reframing the Image of God

34:25 The Challenge of Loving Our Enemies

39:00 Redefining Success and Failure

42:37 The Power of Love vs. Coercion