Attention to Detail With Scot McKnight and Rebekah Lyons
Attention to Detail
Today I continue the Attention to Detail series, that gathers behind-the-scenes recommendations from authors, bloggers and other influencers. Learn what they’re reading and doing when they’re off-stage.
Backtrack
So far, we heard from Brad Lomenick (of Catalyst) and Tim Soerens (of Inhabit), blogger Ron Edmondson and notable writer Cathleen Falsani, writer Jonathan Merritt and church leader exec Jenni Catron, conference and media influencer Scott McClellan and writer and blogger Doug Pagitt.
Today, we’re pulling back the curtains and learning a little about theologian Scot McKnight and author Rebekah Lyons. Thank you to both of them for taking the time to do this.
[line]Rebekah Lyons
Sarah: So I know you’ve been writing, Rebekah. But what about when you’re on the other end of a book? What are you reading?
Rebekah: Domino Magazine‘s spring issue for small spaces. The Happiness Project…though I’m stuck on month 3. Trina McNeilly’s blog, LaLaLovelythings.com. She has a killer eye and is a quirky & fun writer.
And KelleHampton.com. I love her honesty, and generosity toward all things…and her PHOTOS! They exude light. Plus she’s a fellow Down Syndrome mama.
Sarah: That’s two new websites for me to check out. Maybe I’ll get some good music recommendations here too. What are you listening to?
Rebekah: The Lone Bellow. They’re long time friends from Trinity Grace Brooklyn. So fun to see their gospel themes of beauty, redemption & grace spilling all over the place right now. I think they are playing Leno in a couple weeks and touring all over. Check them out if they are in your city!
Then there’s Sleeping at Last. Ryan O Neal is a friend that has inspired me the past several years. He’s always challenging himself to write songs…All. The. Time. He wrote a 36 song project 2 years ago called “Yearbook” and now working on another 36 song project. He just released Darkness, and is almost releasing “Light.”
The Brilliance. I listened to them a ton writing Freefall to Fly. They just played our venue at QLA too. I highly recommend checking them out. My fav song is ‘Does your heart break?’ and ‘Breathe’.
And Young Oceans. They write worship music for our church in NYC, Trinity Grace. They wrote both Lent and Advent projects in 2012.
Sarah: Okay, still taking notes. What are you watching?
Rebekah: When I have time to catch up on things: Downton Abby, Greys, Modern Family, New Girl (Schmidt!) My movie favs for 2013: were Argo, Silver Linings Playbook and Zero Dark Thirty.
Sarah: Where are you going?
Rebekah: Just returned from 2 weeks on the road launching and talking about Freefall to Fly. Met some lovely folks in Chicago, Rockford, LA, Carlsbad, Newport Beach, etc. So happy to lay my head back down in our two bedroom apartment in NYC. Will be heading south in late May but for now, I’m taking in all the spring tulips in Manhattan!
Sarah: Busy lady! And who am I likely to find you with?
Rebekah: Gabe Lyons, my hubby of 15 years. We’ve weathered so much, I can’t believe his patience, grace, humility and teachability in our relationship. He’s an amazing daddy too.
Sarah: That’s sweet. Okay, last question. What are you cooking?
Rebekah: Right now I’m on a daily diet of tomatoes, basil leaves and buffalo mozzarella. I’m tempted to try Shauna’s Blueberry Crisp in Bread and Wine…as soon as they are in season. ;)
For the kids I make chocolate chip pancakes more than I ever thought I would. (Homeschool!)
Rebekah Lyons is the co-founder of Q, author of Freefall to Fly. She is also a mother of three, wife of one and dog walker of two. She lives in New York City.
Scot McKnight
Sarah: Hi Scot. I know this is a dangerous question to ask a theologian, but what are you reading right now?
Scot: I’m reading books on Paul for a book I’m writing about Paul, The Hobbit by Tolkien and Martin Buber, I & Thou.
Sarah: Mental note on the upcoming Paul book. (One I remember most was Wangerin’s. Remember that one?) So when you’re not reading, what are you listening to?
Scot: The Cubs game. I rarely listen to music, not even in the car.
Sarah: What about watching? What would I find on your TV screen?
Scot: The Cubs. And some golf.
Sarah: My husband would like these answers. Have I mentioned my dog is named Wrigley? Next where are you going?
Scot: To Dallas to speak to the Episcopalians. Then Vancouver in July-August.
Sarah: Alright lastly, everyone is dying to know (maybe…)–what does Scot McKnight like to cook?
Scot: Salmon and sweet potato fries, and a big salad. Kris buys the food; I prepare dinner.
Scot McKnight is the author of more than thirty books, is the Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary in Lombard, IL. He also runs a popular blog called Jesus Creed which is named after one of his books by the same name.