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crossRhodes: Reimagining Biblical Politics

Michael Rhodes and Marshall Teague
Exodus
Bible
Biblical Politics
Outpost Politics
Moses
Black Church
Torah
Christianity
Public Life
Reimagining Biblical Politics
God Reign
Kingdom Of God
Tarore
Memphis, United States
Harriet Tubman
Romans 13
Pilgrim Politics
Roman Empire
Mercy and Compassion
Church Community

The bible calls us to live as disciples of Jesus in every area of our lives, even politics. But how do we live as faithful political disciples when politics is so often complicated and even toxic? Welcome to Reimagining Biblical Politics, season 1 of the crossRhodes podcast, where Michael Rhodes, Carey Baptist College's Old Testament Lecturer, and his good friend Marshall Teague. immerse themselve... more

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Michael and Dr. DiAnne Malone explore hidden resistance through Harriet Tubman and others, showing how faith, courage, and proximity to suffering shape faithful action in the face of injustice.

Michael and Marshall explore how Exodus reshapes how we face power, asking what it looks like to resist injustice and remain faithful when the stakes are high.

Michael and Dr. Alistair Reese explore how Māori Christians used Scripture to challenge injustice, revealing the danger of aligning God with empire and the cost of pursuing justice and reconciliation.

Michael and Marshall wrestle with how the prophets confront injustice and push back against the idea that God simply backs our side in politics.

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Recent Guests

Diane Malone
Dr. Diane Malone, Old Testament lecturer
Carey Baptist College
Episode: The power of hidden resistence
DiAnne Malone
Professor and church leader discussed in-depth
Bethlehem Baptist Church, Memphis; MCUTs
Episode: Worship that restores humanity
Denise Tims
Urban Neighbors of Hope member; community development worker
Urban Neighbors of Hope (Randwick Park, Manurewa)
Episode: The story of Tarore

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Michael Rhodes
Host of Reimagining Biblical Politics; biblical scholar and Old Testament lecturer
Marshall Teague
Co-host; engages with dialogue and questions

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Tool for political discipleship

    Loving this podcast, and looking forward to reading the book. A disciple is always learning, to be shaped to be like Jesus-learning to do what he did. This topic has felt hard, and this podcast has brought it down to earth and really accessible. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mogslee
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Theology plus application

    I really appreciate how Michael takes theology and shows how we should live today in Christian community because of what we believe. In a season where political conflict and negativity seem overwhelming even among “Christians,” he calls us to a better, hopeful way to live. I can’t help but think that a lot of the problems today come from bad theology—thanks for calling us back to the way of Jesus and God’s good design.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K8 RA
    United States2 months ago
  • Long overdue

    If you long for a faithful Christian approach out of today’s toxic politics, Michael Rhodes’ Reimagining Biblical Politics offers you that and more.

    Thru my almost 40 years as a Christian involved in American electoral politics, I’ve never come across a deeper approach to what the Bible says about politics and how God’s people should live in the world around them. I wish I had learned this when I started all those many years ago

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retired in Memphis
    United States2 months ago

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Balances depth with accessible applications for everyday discipleship.
Thoughtful, gospel-centered take on public life and policy.
Grounded theology meeting practical living, without politicized heat.
Indicates a serious, respectful approach to sensitive political topics.

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The story of Tarore
Q: As a Māori woman and follower of Jesus, what aspects of Tarore's story stand out as particularly significant?
Denise highlights the power of the Word of God in Te Reo Māori, the ability of Māori to evangelize their own people, and the deep connection between Scripture and lived experience of injustice, which amplified the impact of the gospel on political life.
The story of Tarore
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about how the good news about Jesus arrived in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and how Māori responded?
Denise explains that initial faith was intertwined with practical skills and trade, with significant early literacy efforts through a Māori-driven translation of the New Testament. Over time, Māori embraced Christianity, while some missionaries aligned with colonial powers, causing mistrust and sparking indigenous faith movements in protest and reform.

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Two hosts explore how biblical teachings shape political life, ethics, and public discipleship in contemporary settings. Across episodes, they unpack themes like the kingdom of God, justice, mercy, and how faith informs civic life, governance, and community dynamics. Noteworthy is the emphasis on practical, non-partisan application of Scripture to public life, plus occasional historical case studies from New Zealand and beyond that illustrate indigenous agency, reconciliation, and the costs of living out faith in the political arena.

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