005: John 2 and The God Who Riots

Subtitle: I Memorized Chapters and Became a Jackass Tonetta and Anthony discuss John 2, where Jesus goes full home-renovation-show on the temple tables. Anthony confesses he memorized scripture as a child only to become "a jackass" while Tonetta laments that revival might require actual disruption, not just a worship concert that went on too long. The pastors conclude with life updates: Tonetta forced her family to read books while Anthony discovered the revolutionary concept of "base layers" for winter running, which Tonetta firmly believes is "of the devil." Show Notes: Anthony and Tonetta discuss the story of Jesus flipping tables in the temple from John 2 The timing differences of this story in John versus the other gospels Six characters in the story: the merchants, disciples, doubters, believers, animals, and Jesus Discussion of corrupt systems we participate in without questioning Exploration of God's activity in the world through movements for justice Reflections on legitimate anger versus hatred The importance of disruption in revival and revelation Animals' role in the sacrificial system and implications for today Considerations about what gives us authority to act Tonetta shares about attending Q Christian Fellowship conference Anthony talks about discovering base layers for winter running Links to Gather: "The God Who Riots" by Damon Garcia "Jesus Takes a Side" by Johnny Rashid Works by James Cone (referenced regarding God's wrath) "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking" by Susan Cain Q Christian Fellowship  Send your questions, feedback, and topic ideas to [email protected] Follow the LOAM Podcast on Instagram. Anthony is @PastorParrott on all the socials. Follow Tonetta on Instagram @TonettaLandis