Mission Lab

Episode 082 - Dogmatism, Functional Pluralism, and Arguing People Into Truth

Reflecting on his experience of dialoguing with people of various religious perspectives, Shawn discusses the importance of taking a posture of humility and "functional pluralism." He wonders if it is even possible to argue people into truth.

Episode 081 - Ellen White Hates Tradition, Or, How I Became Liberal

Shawn breaks down a whole slew of quotes from Ellen White that demonstrate how she had no place for tradition, explaining how it is that his own views have broadened as a result. Email him at shawnbrace at gmail dot com to get a copy of both the abridged and unabridged compilation of the quotes he shares. 

Episode 080 - Teaching: Destroyer of the gods

This week, Shawn decides to share a recent teaching from a new series he started called "Viral: Unleashing the Revolution." It is Part 3. You can follow along with the whole series by going to bangorsda.org or by clicking here. 

Episode 079 - Are People Just "Bible Studies"?

Shawn shares some reflections on common terminology that leaves him feeling a little uneasy. Are people more than just "Bible studies" or "interests"? 

Episode 078 - Missional Footprint

What is the real metric we should be measuring when it comes to our efficacy as God's people? We unpack this critically important question.

Episode 077 - Missional Lessons From Radio Lab

Have you ever listened to Radio Lab? In a recent episode, Shawn found some great analogies that can provide insight into the way we do mission.

Episode 076 - The Gift of Discipleship

Sharing some struggles he's been having recently, Shawn reflects on an important realization when it comes to discipleship and mission.

Episode 075 - Reset

Shawn goes solo and gives an update on life and their church restart. 

Episode 074 – The Big Show: Why Do Millennials Think It’s Wrong to Share Their Faith?

We recruited a cast of thousands to break down this timely question brought up by a reason Barna study: why do Millennials apparently think it's wrong to share their faith with the hopes that others will one day join their faith? Actually, eight of us sit around a living room for a fireside chat for a lively and riveting discussion about what it means to share one's faith and how one might do it in an age of pluralism. 

Episode 073 - If We Were Planting a Church From Scratch (In Seven Steps)

Though we have never planted a church from scratch, we offer some very practical advice on what we would do if we did. Or at least how we would start the process.