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Bros Bibles & Beer

Andy McCraw, Zack Krater, Jeff Pearson

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Serious conversations on faith and culture while not taking ourselves too seriously, Bros Bibles & Beer is a podcast about life, faith & our favorite beverage - Unpolished and potentially unsafe. Kind of like life. Grace-Peace-Cheers!
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Ravel

Ravel LLC

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We all grew up in different parts of American Christianity, and we still keep thinking about how to take it seriously, even as we leave some beliefs behind. Join us our round-table discussion as we ravel out our faith in a complex world, pulling on one thread at a time, seeking Meaning at the end of it all.
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Moses is Dead

Ryan and Amanda Stokes

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Ryan and Amanda explore the parallels between the Old Testament and the modern institutional church beginning with the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River into the Promised Land.
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For more than 15 years Nomad Podcast has been hosting conversations with theologians, activists and contemplatives from across the Christian spectrum and beyond. Reflecting on our evangelical heritage we explore the possibilities of a more inclusive, generous and hopeful faith.
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FreedHearts

Susan & Rob Cottrell, FreedHearts

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Freeing hearts to love and be loved! Love. Inclusion. Affirmation. Susan Cottrell is the Mom of two LGBTQ+ children; the founder of FreedHearts; an international speaker with a viral TEDx talk; a pastor and theologian; an acclaimed author; and a fierce advocate and ally. In her unique tender, relatable style, Susan is a prominent voice of unconditional love and lavish inclusion. Powerful, authentic, and relevant in today’s society, Susan has a lot to say. The Advocate calls her their “Favori ...
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But is it Biblical?

Glen & Lydia Farell

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A weekly podcast and Bible study hosted by Glen & Lydia Farell. They are a married couple from Texas, discussing traditional evangelical church beliefs and answering the question "But is it Biblical?" to determine if the belief is truly taught in the Bible. If you attend an evangelical or protestant church, this podcast is for you! Heck, even if you don't, come on in and stay awhile. Explore what the Bible truly says (or doesn't say) about topics, including those pesky ones that the church t ...
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Hidden Wisdom

Meghan Farner

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Exploring the Inner Mysteries of Faith, Symbol, and Soul Hidden Wisdom is a podcast for seekers who sense there’s more to faith than meets the eye. Hosted by Meghan Farner, author, mentor, and founder of Hidden Wisdom, each episode reveals the esoteric dimensions of scripture, myth, and restoration — uncovering how ancient symbols, archetypes, and divine patterns map the soul’s journey back to God. Drawing from LDS teachings, Christian mysticism, and universal esoteric principles, Hidden Wis ...
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Deconstruct To Curiocity

Lauren DeLeary + Adam Frost

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What began in 2019 as a bold unraveling of faith (Deconstruct) bloomed into a space for wonder and growth (Curiocity). Hosted by Lauren DeLeary with husband Adam Frost, this podcast explored self-development, wellness, spirituality, and relationships. Now archived, Deconstruct to Curiocity marks the end of this chapter—a journey from questioning everything to finding freedom in curiosity. Thanks for walking with us. Keep up with what's next for us @laurendeleary -- always! xx apple-podcasts- ...
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This is a podcast for seekers, skeptics, believers, and the spiritually curious — for anyone who longs for deeper meaning, connection, and peace, whether you're rooted in a tradition or not. Drawing from his own journey — from conservative Christianity to Islamic mysticism, through loss, healing, and awakening — Dr. Habib explores the sacred beyond doctrine and the Divine beyond names. Through soulful reflections, honest storytelling, and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds, w ...
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Beyond The Surface

Samantha Sellers

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Welcome to Beyond the Surface, where being seen means being understood. Here, we explore the ups and downs of exploring and sometimes losing faith and community, and the healing power of shared stories. This is a safe space to connect, share, and find support in our common experiences of religious trauma and leaving fundamental communities. Join us as we build a community of understanding and connection. Host - Sam Sellers; Therapist specialising in Religious Trauma and the Queer Community L ...
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This Is Not Church podcast offers a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the intersections between deconstruction, activism, spirituality, and the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as vital issues like Black Lives Matter and First Nations' rights. Hosted by passionate individuals who are dedicated to fostering open and inclusive conversations, this podcast delves into the complex journey of deconstructing one's faith, while simultaneously embracing and advocating for the rights and stor ...
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Do you want your faith in God to grow, but sometimes struggle with nagging doubts? What does it look like to believe in God in the face of life's hardest questions? Pursuing Faith seeks to unpack these questions through thought-provoking stories, conversation and hope. The host is Dominic Done - speaker, professor, and author of the books, "When Faith Fails: Finding God in the Shadow of Doubt" & "Your Longing Has A Name."
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Unbelief

Jeremy Steele

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The Unbelief Podcast is your space to question, explore, and release the beliefs that no longer serve you—or maybe even caused harm. Hosted by Jeremy Steele, the Skeptic Pastor, this podcast dives deep into deconstruction, offering progressive and thoughtful insights on ancient spiritual texts like the Bible. Through interviews with leading scholars and candid conversations with those navigating their own faith journeys, the Unbelief Podcast invites you to rethink, rediscover, and rebuild yo ...
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Untidy Faith

Kate Boyd

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Transforming faith after fracture The Untidy Faith podcast is where we have honest conversations and gentle encouragement for when following Jesus gets messy. Join your host, Kate Boyd - author, speaker, and gentle guide for Christians who are disentangling their faith from culture, rebuilding their relationship with Scripture, and desiring to find joy in following Jesus again - each week to find your life and faith after deconstruction. kateboyd.substack.com
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Short of the Glory

Ellen & Madie

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Welcome to Short of the Glory! We're just two cousins talkin' trash about televangelism and the like. Join us on our journey to better understand evangelicalism in America: the big names, the big institutions, and the deep pockets.
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Doubters Welcome

Matt Bellefeuille

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Journeying with doubting Christians toward faith in Christ. This podcast features conversations related to faith, doubt, deconstruction, and spiritual pilgrimage. I pray these honest and hopeful discussions can help you on your way.
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The Faith Of The Fathers brings you honest discussions about what it means for a man to follow Jesus. Heroes of the faith, ancient, modern, and contemporary, will share their wisdom and experience. And you will receive practical, straightforward answers about God, the Bible, Life, and Fatherhood. You can be the man of God your sons will want to imitate. The Faith of the Fathers will help you get there.
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Everyone I know longs for genuine happiness, lasting peace, real beauty, ultimate purpose, and honest, sincere and overwhelming love. I want you to know that Jesus came so that you can experience rich, abundant life and overwhelming love! Join me, Nathan Guy, preaching minister for the West Side Church of Christ in Searcy, Arkansas, as I share my passion for Jesus Christ in weekly teachings, conduct exciting interviews with other ministers, authors and church leaders, and discuss things lear ...
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Dr. Chuck Betters, through the grid of his own faith struggles, including the tragic death of his sixteen-year-old son Mark, has helped countless other fellow strugglers in over 5 decades of ministry and rests in the hope that God is sovereign and He can be trusted. In a world filled with broken people and hopelessness, Ask Dr. Betters is a unique video forum where Dr. Betters and guests cut through confusion and offer sound biblical answers to life’s pressing questions about suffering and w ...
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Brainwash Be Gone! | Break free of religious trauma as women leaving high demand religions [Deconstruction of spiritual abuse for Exvangelicals, Exmormons, Recovering Catholics, Former Jehovah’s Witnesses ...

Clare Corado | Speaking on Religious Trauma, Spiritual Abuse, and Leaving High Demand Religions for Exvanegelical, ExCatholic, ExMormon, Ex Jehovah's Witness Women

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A podcast for women who’ve left high control, high demand religions. In every 15min episode, we deconstruct one specific rule you were taught, so you can let go of the harmful conditioning and live an amazing life on your own terms. Overcome spiritual abuse and religious trauma! Episodes drop on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you’ve quit a high control group, high demand religion, or cult after suffering spiritual abuse and religious trauma, then YOU know, just like I know, how super frustrating ...
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Another Look Podcast is a podcast where we discuss our splinters and planks of wood in the American church. The purpose of this podcast is to have frank and honest dialogue about the role of the church and the role of the believer in America today. Our goal is to take "another look" at who we are and realign our spirits properly. It will hurt initially but the end result will always be a beautiful masterpiece in the Potter's hands.
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Liturgical rebels

Christine Sine

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The Liturgical Rebels podcast is for spiritual seekers who no longer feel comfortable with a traditional approach to Christian religious observances. It empowers followers of Jesus to creatively reconstruct their faith and spiritual practices. Through conversation with groundbreaking practitioners from around the world who think creatively about new approaches to spirituality, we will emphasize the sacredness of all things and uncover ways in which God speaks to us through nature and creativ ...
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Heavenly Minded Earthly Good

Tyndale University

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Anita Wing Lee has spent a decade as content creator -- blogging, filming, snapping, live streaming, editing and publishing her way around the world. Since the age of 21, she's told stories from dozens of countries, confronted inequality and injustice, shared her spiritual journey, and aspired to be a voice for good. But behind the Instagram and YouTube videos, there was something she never talked about: God had let her down. A supernatural encounter in 2017 forced her to stop traveling, dem ...
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Live Your Freedom Now

Megan Colleen Johnson

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Join Megan Colleen Johnson, an award-nominated Life, Leadership, and Business Coach as she discusses specific Dominant Dogma out in the world, how this keeps you from thriving in life and business, and how to overcome that dogma by Living Your Freedom Now. - Megan's website: megscolleen.com Apply for Coaching: https://megscolleen.com/work-with-me/
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The Ex-Mormon Experience

theexmormonexperience

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"If we have truth, it cannot be harmed by investigation. If we have not truth, it ought to be harmed." - J. Reuben Clark Mormonism destroys lives. Let us destroy Mormonism in return. Join me as I deconstruct Mormonism and offer guidance for those who are experiencing a faith transition.
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Religious Folly

Religious Folly

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We are a father-daughter duo based in East Tennessee. Michael Napier is a Pastor of a small local church for the last 30+ years and he holds a Doctorate of Biblical Studies. Sarah Napier works for corporate America by day and has devoted the majority of her life to ministry. With humor, honesty, and a mutual respect for each other’s perspectives, we will navigate through controversial topics, learn of different religious beliefs, and challenge listeners to reconsider their own convictions. J ...
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Slutty Grace is a Christian deconstruction podcast exploring progressive Christianity, universal salvation, and radical grace. For wanderers, doubters, and seekers rethinking hell, healing from toxic religion, and rediscovering a fearless faith rooted in inclusive love. Contact me to be a guest or have me as a guest on your show. Slutty Grace exists to name what polite religion cannot: that God’s love is wild, untamed, and for everyone. Through raw honesty, playful storytelling, and unapolog ...
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NO FILTERS

Sarah Kroger

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Join singer-songwriter Sarah Kroger and her husband Dom Quaglia for conversations around the songs from her album “A New Reality”. They're covering everything from thematic insights, production choices, interviews with collaborators, and much more.
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Where the slippery slope becomes sacred ground. Where the slippery slope becomes sacred ground. For the spiritually tender—untangling faith, grieving what was, deeply hopeful the sacred remains.
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The Wayfarers

Matt & Kristin Long

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The Wayfarers are Experts & Investigators Navigating the Reality of What it is to be Human with Evidence & Experience: Fruits > Faith Kristin is a Relationship Investigator, Former Teacher & Human Development Specialist Matt is a Criminal Trial Attorney, Former Prosecutor & Advocate for Juveniles H.C. “Hil” is a Criminal Investigator, Veteran, Retired FBI Agent & Cactus Expert PIETY & NERVOUS SYSTEM WARNING - SOMETIMES WE USE RUDE WORDS! Topics include Drugs, Sex, Death & Violence and also A ...
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Mama Bear Apologetics

Hillary Morgan Ferrer & Amy Davison

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Mama Bear Apologetics is a podcast for mothers of biological, adopted, or spiritual children who want to learn about how to defend the Christian faith, help give their children reasons for faith, and understand the worldviews that challenge Christian faith in the first place.
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Fearlessly tackling tough questions about faith from a progressive Christian perspective. This production of First Presbyterian Church Concord, CA We dive deep into the doubts and uncertainties that many listeners face, offering thoughtful insights to help navigate the complexities of each one’s own spiritual journey. Hosted by Darryl McCollum Commissioned Pastor, PCUSA and author of “In All Things Grace”.
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Flights & Feelings

Joseph Solomon

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Joseph Solomon and guests thoughtfully and vulnerably travel through faith, relationships, race, sexuality, mental health, culture, and science via storytelling, poetry, and conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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✨ The Liberating River™ Show is your weekly invitation to break free from fear-based faith, release shame, and step into unapologetic spiritual and financial freedom. Hosted by Wanda F. Nesbit, this podcast flows where faith, alignment, and wealth meet with honesty, healing, and hope. Each episode offers a refreshing mix of spiritual insight, soul-first strategies, and practical tools for building generational wealth without fear or control. You’ll hear stories, teachings, and conversations ...
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Oh, God! Podcast

Oh, God! Podcast

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Hi, you’re listening to the Oh, God Podcast. We’re two church leaders who have big questions about faith and what it means to be a Christian in today’s world. Join us to redefine faith in a world that may not be as black-and-white as the Church may make it seem. New episodes drop every other week. https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links
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What if the most damaging lie we inherited from religion was that we don’t deserve love? In this episode, Jeromy and Religious Trauma Coach Kristi Williams unravel how shame-based theology shaped us, and how grace tells a different story. First, Jeromy unravels the theology that taught us we were born depraved, unworthy, and in need of fixing befor…
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How do I come alongside a loved one who is deconstructing their faith? Is breaking down a faith system all bad, or always bad? Is there hope through it all? The sermon today is titled "Deconstructing Faith." This sermon is the fifth installment in our recurring series "The Struggles We Face." The Scripture reading is from Jude 21-22. Originally pre…
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Explore how the claim to be the “one true religion” often fuels religious trauma and spiritual abuse within high demand and high control faith communities. In this episode, we dive deep into how such exclusivity fosters fear, silence, and psychological control that trap individuals in harmful environments. If you're recovering from abuse or religio…
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In this follow-up episode, Liz and Jesse open up about parenting after faith deconstruction, an experience filled with both healing and unlearning. They reflect on how leaving a high-control church reshaped their ideas of authority, discipline, and what it means to raise kids with curiosity instead of fear. Through personal stories, they share the …
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Ever been told that if you stop believing one thing, Jesus unfriends you? Yeah… same. In this episode, we unmask the “literalist playing field” that we didn't realize we were playing on, talk about why deconstruction isn’t the spiritual apocalypse your youth pastor warned you about, and even discover that Paul's writings are part pagan. We’ll walk …
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In this special Christmas episode of Hidden Wisdom, Meghan is joined by scholar and author Donna Nielsen for a breathtaking exploration of Mother Mary’s true identity, her lineage, her temple upbringing, and the ancient traditions that honor her far beyond the biblical text. Drawing from Christian apocrypha, Islamic scripture, German folktales, ear…
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What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family. The sermon today is titled "God Gives Wisdom." This sermon is the second installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 41:1-57. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 27, 2025. Al…
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In this bonus episode, Sam sits down with ex-Mormon therapists Ashley and Melissa to unpack the latest season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives through the lens of religious trauma and deconstruction. Drawing from both their lived experience and clinical work, they discuss the heavier themes woven through the show; sexual assault, childhood trauma, p…
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This Quoircast Podcast episode is brought to you by the Bros Bibles And Beer Podcast In this episode we chat with Greg Carey Greg Carey is professor of New Testament at Moravian University School of Theology. He currently serves as the school’s chief academic officer and as associate dean of the Lancaster campus. His research interests include the …
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What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family. The sermon today is titled "God Gives Hope." This sermon is the first installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 39:20-40:23. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 20, 2025. A…
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In this episode we speak with Anglican Deacon and writer Jayne Manfredi, whose work explores the female body as a place of truth-telling, theological insight and spiritual transformation. Jayne talks with striking honesty about midlife, menopause and the shifting experience of embodiment — the leaking, aching, changing realities many women learn to…
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Episode Summary: In this long-awaited return to the podcast, philosopher, storyteller, and longtime friend of the show Peter Rollins joins us for a rich, mind-bending conversation about faith, identity, and the transformative potential of doubt. Peter was one of our earliest guests and someone who understood the heart of this podcast from day one. …
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What if the very instincts high control groups taught you to fear were actually the key to rebuilding your confidence and personal power after recovering from abuse in high control religions? Many women leaving high‑control religious groups struggle deeply with trusting their own judgment due to the spiritual trauma and brainwashing they endured. T…
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🎙️ 30. Jen Hatmaker (Relaxed in the love of Jesus) and Awake Alexis Rice welcomes NYT Bestselling author, podcaster, and spiritual trailblazer Jen Hatmaker (@jenhatmaker) for a tender, fierce, and raw conversation about her new memoir Awake. It's about the collapse of her marriage, and the systems that helped build the house that fell. Together the…
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Turns out the Christmas story you defend like it’s a court transcript doesn’t even work on its own historical terms. In part one, we take apart Nazareth, Bethlehem, and the Roman census Luke uses to move Jesus across the map—spoiler: historians aren’t impressed. In part two, we go underground into caves, kataluma, and the version of Jesus’ birth th…
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Ever sat in a prayer circle and felt the flow snap—not because God went silent, but because someone turned a prayer into a performance? In this episode, we dive into the anatomy of prayer that heals versus prayer that harms. Along the way, we name what many feel but rarely say: lectures at people are not petitions to God, and eloquent words can sti…
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🎉 We’ve Launched a Brand New Patreon! After years of letting our old Patreon quietly collect dust, we’re excited to officially announce that The Deconstructionists Podcast now has a fully rebuilt Patreon — with brand new tiers, fresh content, and one beloved classic perk we kept just for you. This podcast has always been — and still is — 100% indep…
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In this episode, Amy reflect on the season of Advent and how it points believers toward four core spiritual truths — hope, spiritual warfare (peace), worship (joy), and human dignity (love). Christmas is not about the trappings of the season (lights, gifts, cookies), but about celebrating the coming of Christ, renewing hope, engaging in the cosmic …
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Send us a text Jesus said, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you." Matthew 7:7 NASB. Yet, many Christians fail to receive the inheritance Jesus purchased for them. But don't give up. Today, I will teach you how to receive the spiritual gifts Jesus promised right now! ❤️ SHOW YOUR SUPPORT - L…
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In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Due to various health issues, I have not been able to attend church for the past several months, is that sinful?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over mo…
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Dr. Habīb welcomes spiritual director and emotional-integration practitioner Nina Lau-Branson for a deeply compassionate exploration of the inner life. Nina shares her powerful spiritual story — from growing up in a Chinese immigrant family, to a midlife awakening that led her away from corporate achievement and into a 15-year contemplative “wilder…
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In this episode, I discuss President D. Todd Christofferson's brother Wade Christofferson who allegedly sexually assaulted numerous children for several decades and how the Mormon Church may share some of the blame. Floodlit.org FLOODLIT - Mormon sexual abuse database KSI News Story Ohio man arrested in Utah on child sex abuse charges | KSL.com…
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In this episode of The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown offers compassionate and biblical clarity on some of the most personal questions surrounding faith—what baptism means, how someone becomes a child of God, and how salvation works for people from different backgrounds and beliefs. With both honesty and ho…
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The season 2 finale! Today, we’re talking about Ezekiel…good ole’ Zeke. When you read “sexual immorality” in the New Testament, it is the Greek word porneia. But what did “porneia” mean to the authors who used that word? We simply need to go to the translation of the Bible that was used at the time the New Testament authors wrote. There are 131 exa…
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In this week’s episode of The Liberating River, we’re stepping into a powerful mindset shift — one that helps you trust yourself more deeply, walk boldly in purpose, and welcome prosperity with confidence. Finding Clarity: The Power of the Shift explores how to stop shrinking, stop doubting, and start aligning your inner world with the life you’re …
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In this Advent episode, we step into Mary’s song - the Magnificat - one of the most profound and disruptive prayers in Scripture. Luke 1:46–56 becomes our guide as we explore why this young woman’s words have shaped centuries of faith, justice, and worship. We discover how the Greek word megaluno (“to magnify”) reframes our understanding of worship…
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Was Jesus kind of a stand-up comedian? I mean think about it... A priest, a rabbi, and Jesus walked into a bar. Only Jesus recognized the setup for a joke. I never really thought about Jesus being funny or not. I mean, we’ve heard the stories 1000 times and... I usually smile at the funnier parts, but I never exactly said, Jesus is really funny! Th…
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Send us a text In this conversation, Terry Wildman shares his journey as a Native American leader and translator of the First Nations New Testament. He and Christine discuss the importance of language and culture in understanding faith, the process of translating biblical texts to resonate with Native peoples, and the significance of storytelling i…
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In this powerful episode of Hidden Wisdom, Meghan sits down with author and educator Jocelyn Pedersen to explore her groundbreaking new book All Things in One: Reuniting Religion with the Woman in the Wilderness. Timestamps with Short Descriptions 00:00–01:30 | Introduction and Jocelyn’s background 01:30–03:00 | Jocelyn’s new book and its long jour…
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What if the scariest doctrine in Christianity was never true in the first place? In this episode of Slutty Grace, Jeromy Johnson sits down with Benji McNair Scott—theologian, author of Hope in Hell, and one of the most compelling voices challenging the traditional doctrine of eternal conscious torment. Benji’s journey takes us from his evangelical …
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We’re honored to welcome Caleb and Christina Suko, missionaries serving in Odesa, Ukraine. In the midst of an active war zone, they are providing aid, sharing the gospel with thousands of refugees, and equipping church leaders in Biblical evangelism. Join us this Sunday as Caleb shares an encouraging update and message from their ministry on the fr…
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This Quoircast Podcast episode is brought to you by Breaking Bad Faith by Michael Camp. Published by Quoir and available now. In this episode we chat with Kristina Frugé Kristina Frugé is director of Congregational and Community Initiatives with Augsburg University’s Riverside Innovation Hub. Equipped with twenty-five years of ministry experience a…
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Episode Summary In this deep-dive episode, we explore one of the most influential — and controversial — doctrines in the history of Christianity: Original Sin. For many of us, Original Sin was presented as a foundational truth. We were told it explained everything wrong with humanity: our impulses, our desires, our bodies, our failures. But where d…
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🎙️ 29. Pastor Josh Scott – (Non-Denominational, Progressive, Open & Affirming) The Kind of Pastor I Wish I’d Had Growing Up What if the pastor you grew up with had made room for your questions instead of your fear? In this episode, Pastor Josh Scott (@josh_a_scott) shares how a kid raised in conservative Free Will Baptist Appalachia—where reading t…
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Forget the “it’s pagan” nonsense. The Christmas tree’s story is far wilder: a pope’s missionary memo, a bishop with an axe, medieval theater kids hauling evergreens onstage, and Victorian influencers turning it viral. We dig into how this mash-up of pagans, priests, and actors became the most hopeful ritual of winter. patreon.com/skepticpastor Host…
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Episode Overview In this second half of John’s conversation with Pastor Joe Ingle, we continue exploring the deeply human, often heartbreaking realities of prison ministry — particularly Joe’s decades of work with individuals on death row. If Part 1 introduced the calling and contours of his work, Part 2 steps fully into the emotional, spiritual, a…
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Send us a text Forgiveness is the greatest treasure and demand of the Gospel. Jesus said that we are to forgive those who sin against us, or God will not forgive us (Matthew 6:15). But what if someone has done something to you that is extremely bad and irreparable? Are there limits on the crimes we should forgive? Dr. Selman Hassan is with us again…
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In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I suffer from Chronic Fatigue and I am exhausted all of the time. I’m only in my 40’s but I feel like I am wasting my life. I spend most of my time resting and the few things I am able to do during the day I spend most of that time thinking about how soon I can go back to bed. It makes me so sad. H…
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In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Dr. Habīb Boerger is joined by healer, teacher, and author Debra Mastura Graugnard for a journey into awakening, embodiment, and healing the sacred feminine. Debra shares her extraordinary spiritual opening, the childhood wounds and life events that shaped her path, and the profound moment she met her…
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In this episode, we discuss the prophets Micah, Nahum, Isaiah, and Jeremiah. When you read “sexual immorality” in the New Testament, it is the Greek word porneia. But what did “porneia” mean to the authors who used that word? We simply need to go to the translation of the Bible that was used at the time the New Testament authors wrote. There are 13…
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Have you ever wondered what life could look like after walking away from a high control group or high demand religion? Are you struggling with spiritual trauma, religious abuse, or confusion about leaving your faith? This episode offers hope and real-life examples from those who have experienced religious trauma recovery after leaving high demand r…
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