In this episode of the Unpresentable Parts podcast, the hosts interview Michael Burns, a biblical teacher and author. They discuss various topics, including their love for basketball, the importance of understanding the original context of the Bible, and the hermeneutical approach of their church tribe. They also explore the idea of the whole gospel, which encompasses personal salvation, social causes, and the restoration of the entire creation. They emphasize the need for a communal reading of the text and the importance of spiritual formation in community. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of understanding the Bible in its communal context rather than an individualistic one. They emphasize the need to apply the teachings of the Bible to the community as a whole and prioritize the interests of others. They also explore the concept of locution, illocution, and perlocution in understanding scripture, and the responsibility of both the speaker and the audience in interpreting and applying the words of the Bible.

The hosts also touch on the challenges faced by American ministers in shifting their mindset from an individualistic to a communal approach, and the tension between church leaders in accurately interpreting and teaching the word of God. They highlight the need for the church to address cultural biases, Christian nationalism, and hyper-individualism in order to fully follow Jesus and be a new creation community.

Lastly, they discuss the importance of being people-focused rather than content-focused in teaching ministry.