Theology Meets Sci-Fi in “The Body of This Death”

This week, Brian talks with author and theologian Ross McCullough about his recent book, The Body of This Death. Hailed by Christianity Today as “an instant classic of Christian spiritual writing,” the book wraps deep theological and philosophical themes in a sci-fi mystery told through the letters of an archbishop awaiting execution. Careful to avoid major spoilers, Brian and Ross dive into the story's reflections on the importance of physical presence, human connection, and resisting digital escapism.

The Body of This Death: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/letters-from-the-last-archbishop-of-lancaster?srsltid=AfmBOoqXR2C50LglSQlVRnHw0kuUe-2GtTNtEsn_3CCgI8m0Vu-hRObD

Christianity Today article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2026/02/screwtape-for-our-times-body-of-this-death-review/

More about Ross: https://www.georgefox.edu/honors-program/faculty-pages/ross-mccullough.html

Dr. Brian Doak is an Old Testament scholar and professor: https://www.georgefox.edu/academics/undergrad/departments/religion/faculty/doak.html

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