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Explore the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond, and apply these stories’ meanings in the real world Jesus calls us to serve.

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United States

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Explore the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond, and apply these stories’ meanings in the real world Jesus calls us to serve.

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@lorehaven

Language:

English


Episodes

190. Why Should We Enjoy Spicy and Sugary Stories in Moderation?

12/5/2023
Whether we prefer our stories hot and savory, or cool and sweet, Scripture commands us to practice reasonable limits.

Duration:01:24:18

189. What Are the Best Books by C. S. Lewis?

11/28/2023
Just in time for C. S. Lewis's Nov. 29 birthday, we explore our favorites of the famous author's nonfiction and fantastical stories.

Duration:01:05:19

188. Can Political Pundits Create Fantastical Stories?

11/14/2023
Podcasts and polemics about hot topics might become profitable tools that Christian creators need to make culture for generations.

Duration:01:27:11

187. How Can Families Fight Through A Story’s Dark Forest? | The Wingfeather Saga with Andrew Peterson

11/7/2023
Explore the mysterious lands of Aerwiar in this growing fantasy world of creatures to be fought, tamed, or trusted.

Duration:01:08:37

186. Does the Devil Deceive People into Real Witchcraft? | with Marian Jacobs

10/31/2023
Satan is still prowling the Earth and tricking people into the darkness of the real occult.

Duration:00:56:53

185. What Are the Scariest Ghost Stories in Scripture?

10/24/2023
From a king who inquired of the dead, to a party-crashing disembodied hand, to a "ghost" walking on the waves, all of Scripture's spooky accounts point to Christ.

Duration:01:12:21

184. How Can Nobledark Horror Explore the Problem of Evil? | with Marc Schooley

10/17/2023
God’s word helps us confront wickedness in ourselves and the world, while great stories also help train our hearts for these spiritual battles.

Duration:01:11:41

183. Are Some Books So Scary That They Must Be ‘Banned’?

10/10/2023
While some people want to restrict books and critics condemn “bans,” the most feared Book of all tells us to discern all things for Christ’s sake.

Duration:01:19:37

182. How Does ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Teach Wisdom, Love, and Courage?

10/3/2023
When we get lost in a wonderful land, let's resist darkness and follow the narrow brick road toward the promised City for eternal saints.

Duration:00:51:36

181. What If You Fell Into Classic Paintings? | Beneath the Swirling Sky with Carolyn Leiloglou

9/26/2023
In this new series, framed artworks become magical portals to other worlds, thanks to one homeschool mom and middle-grade author.

Duration:00:49:57

180. How Can Creative Stories Reflect Curious Realities? | The Looking-Glass Illusion with Sara Ella

9/19/2023
Sara Ella explores her duology inspired by Alice in Wonderland, where whimsy leads to joy and "nonsense" beckons to foundational truth.

Duration:00:54:36

179. How Can Great Stories Show ‘Real’ Men vs. Good Men?

9/12/2023
Inspired by Nancy R. Pearcey's new book The Toxic War on Masculinity, we compare the "Real" Man with the good men in fantastical stories.

Duration:01:09:22

178. Should We Weaponize Fantastical Stories To ‘Own the Libs’?

9/5/2023
Christians may debate the place of "culture wars," but novels should be diplomatic artworks, not tools of destruction.

Duration:01:18:51

177. How Does J. K. Rowling’s World Expose Legalism, Fandom, and Sexual Activism? | with Marian Jacobs

8/29/2023
Harry Potter's author proves more complex than many of her characters, seeking to show human nature better than her critics.

Duration:01:15:17

176. How Can Christians Plant An ‘Oasis of Imagination’? | with Ted Turnau

8/22/2023
Ted Turnau (Popologetics, The Pop Culture Parent) subverts cultural idols and challenges us to engage our world through better creativity.

Duration:01:26:39

175. Are the Aliens Liars, Lunatics, or Lords?

8/15/2023
Christians have long believed aliens are demons, while unbelievers may see these mythical creatures as brutish beasts or enlightened beings.

Duration:01:16:50

174. How Can Fantastical Stories Train Christian Fans in Philosophy? | with Phil Lollar

8/8/2023
“Adventures in Odyssey” founding father Phil Lollar rejoins us to share how great stories go beyond feelings to help renew our minds in Christ.

Duration:02:00:57

173. Why Are So Many Summer ‘Blockbusters’ Getting Busted?

8/1/2023
While storytellers strike against studios, and fans reject many franchise movies, Christians can discern the goodness and evils of Hollywood.

Duration:01:26:13

172. Why Should Christian Fans Honor and Support Story Creators?

7/25/2023
Despite thorns, thistles, and other idols that corrupt God’s callings, let’s show our respect for authors who work hard to make great stories.

Duration:01:06:29

171. How Did Christian Creators Seek Wonder at Realm Makers 2023?

7/20/2023
We asked conference newcomers and authors alike how wonderful stories have led them to rediscover truth and worship Jesus Christ.

Duration:01:46:32