Theology Isn't Just for Scholars: Teaching Kids Who God is with Lisa Harper
Long theological terms and phrases can be intimidating and seem unconnected to daily life. Not many viral reels about anthropomorphism!
Enter beloved Bible teacher and author Lisa Harper and her new book,Theology for the Rest of Us. Lisa explains theological terms in a way you (and your kids) will understand. As you understand more about the Bible, your heart and gratitude towards God will grow. Whether she's breaking down the Trinity or the hypostatic union, you'll love this fun conversation with master storyteller and proud mama of Missy. You'll learn how theology is meant for everyday life with God, not only for scholars, but for all of us. Lisa says it's not about being smarter. It's about growing closer to God.
1:30 Arlene's name and the meaning of pelican (who knew???)
4:00 Adopting Missy from Haiti and one animal she was afraid of
8:25 Why theological words feel distant, and what “theology” means
9:50 Anthropomorphism: describing God in human terms
15:40 How Lisa explains the Trinity to a child
17:42 The women’s conference story and that infamous hug
21:45 The hypostatic union in plain terms
23:38 Teaching Missy about God while looking at the stars
Learn more about Lisa Harper, her Back Porch Theology podcast, and new book, Theology for the Rest of Us at LisaHarper.org
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Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal, FamilyLife Today, Focus on the Family, and is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week. Arlene and her husband James have three children and live in San Diego. They have raised their kids without social media, video games and smartphones and inspire others to scroll less and live more. To learn more, visit her website at ArlenePellicane.com.
