Listen "Ep 105 - Understanding Social Identity and Theological Creativity with Matt Marohl (Or: How We Figure Out Who We Are and Why It Matters)"
Episode Synopsis
Okay, so Matt Marohl is a scholar, pastor, and the kind of guy who can talk about the book of Hebrews and make it actually interesting. This episode is for anyone who's ever wondered how we form our identities, why we put people (and ourselves) in boxes, and what theology has to do with any of it.Matt's breaking down social identity theory in a way that'll actually make sense, diving into his recent commentary on Hebrews (which, let's be honest, is not the easiest book in the Bible), and sharing about his devotional book for college students who are right in the thick of figuring out who they are.But here's what makes this conversation so good: Matt gets real about his writing process, how his background in speech and debate shaped the way he thinks, and why categorization—while sometimes limiting—is also how we make sense of the world. Plus, he's talking about his passion for music and how it helps him connect with students from all walks of life. Because creativity isn't just about writing.This one's about balancing academic discipline with creative teamwork, and finding ways to help people understand themselves and God a little better.So if you're into theology that actually connects to real life, grab your coffee and settle in. Matt's got the goods.LINKS: Explore coaching with Dawn: https://bigpicturebigpurpose.com/discern-by-doing-2/Happy mail for your minister! ConseCrateBox on Etsy: https://consecratebox.etsy.com/listing/132146267501:01 Meet Matt 02:28 Matt's Academic Journey04:12 The Fascination with Hebrews08:20 Social Identity Theory and Its Impact11:07 Writing and Creative Process16:46 Building Momentum with New Ideas17:38 The Joy of Collaborative Writing18:31 Balancing Writing with Other Passions19:55 Favorite Creators and Inspirations22:30 The Impact of Speech and Debate28:50 Authenticity and Connection with Students30:30 Concluding Thoughts and Memories
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