Welcome to Across All Worlds, the captivating new TV show streaming on the Grace Awakening Network. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. C. Baxter Kruger and Jason Clark as they bring their insightful, thought-provoking, and humorous approach to exploring the depths of faith and its relevance in our modern world..
Curated by: Jason Clark (116 videos)
What if the God many Christians in the West have been taught to believe in isn’t the God revealed in Jesus? In this conversation, Baxter and Jason trace a sobering but hopeful story: how the Church in the West has gradually lost its living vision of the relational Trinity—and how that loss shaped everything from our personal faith to church culture and theology. We explore the influence of Augustine and Greek philosophy, the seismic impact of the Enlightenment, and how liberal theology and fundamentalism—though seemingly opposed—both contributed to a view of God that’s more abstract than relational, more distant than present. This isn’t just a history lesson but an ongoing conversation as we rediscover the God who is Father, Son, and Spirit—eternally loving, self-giving, and present. CHAPTERS 00:00 Recovering the Gospel: A Journey Back to the Early Church 08:52 The Influence of Augustine and Greek Philosophy 18:14 The Rise of Reason and the Loss of Trinitarian Vision 25:57 Awakening to the Triune God: A New Hope TAKEAWAYS - The recovery of the gospel is essential for understanding the early church's vision. - Augustine's influence on Western theology has led to significant misunderstandings of the Trinity. - Greek philosophy introduced notions that conflicted with the relational understanding of God. - The Enlightenment's rise of reason pushed the Trinity out of mainstream theology. - The secular worldview often dismisses the need for revelation and the relational aspect of God. - Many churches struggle to maintain a relational understanding of God in their teachings. - The current cultural moment is marked by a growing irrelevance of secularism. - There is a renewed interest in the triune God and the relational aspects of faith. - The gospel of the triune God is being rediscovered in contemporary discussions. - Awakening to the true nature of God can lead to a more vibrant faith experience. Originally aired on GAN on May 15, 2025. Learn more about the show: https://acrossallworlds.com/ Learn more about Baxter at https://perichoresis.org/ Learn more about Jason at https://afamilystory.org/ Please rate, review, share, and SUBSCRIBE! Podcast intro and outro music by Wilde Assembly Join A Family Story's Mailing List https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e2f4i4 Join Rethinking God with Tacos Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/godandtacos Follow Rethinking God with Tacos on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/rethinkinggodwithtacos/ Follow Jason's personal Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/afamilystory.org/ Follow Jason on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jasonclarkis/ Follow Jason on X at: https://x.com/jasonclarkis Send a donation!! https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/36393kxxeh8