C. Baxter Kruger & Damon Thompson Participation Is Optional—But You’re Already in the Dance

 

 

 

 

 

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This live 2025 Rethinking God with Tacos Family Reunion conversation with Baxter Kruger and Damon Thompson explores the profound themes of divine love, the nature of the gospel, and the importance of intimacy with God. Hosted by Derek Turner and Jason, the guys discuss the concept of beloved identity, the significance of faith, and the transformative power of understanding one’s union with God. Through personal anecdotes and theological insights, they emphasize the need for a deeper awareness of God’s love and the invitation to live in that reality.

For more on Baxter Kruger
Website: https://perichoresis.org/

For more on Damon Thompson
Website: https://www.damonthompson.com/

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Derek Turner lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has two daughters, Caroline & Kate. He has served as lead pastor for River Church Charlotte. Derek also is a regular co-host on the Rethinking God with Tacos podcast and loves to connect on all the socials. Derek believes “Love everyone the most” sums up what it means to be a follower of Jesus.

FollowFollowFollow Jason Clark is a relational theologian—a storyteller who writes to reveal the transforming kindness of the love of God. He has authored several books, including Leaving and Finding Jesus, & God Is (Not) In Control. He is the lead communicator at A Family Story and host of Rethinking God with Tacos PODCAST. He and his wife, Karen, live in North Carolina with their four children, Madeleine and Joseph, Ethan, and Eva.

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