Best Netherlands Christianity Podcasts (2025)

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S1, E11: Theological Education for a New Missional Era 1:22:41

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When contexts change, ministry changes; and when ministry changes, theological education will also need to change. In this conversation we talk about the ways in which the Protestant Church in the Netherlands approaches the education of its (future) pastors, and how the praxis of ordained ministry itself changed over the last decades. Our conversat…

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Fine Dining | New Wine | Ps Peter Jacobsz 24:13

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In this part of the Fine Dining series, we explore New Wine — a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit that brings renewal, freedom, and boldness in your spiritual life. Discover how to unclog your spiritual wells, receive daily renewal, and experience God’s presence in a fresh, transformative way.

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Therefore, Go 30:43

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Noah Fensome

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Attitude of gratitude 24:26

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Sermon – October 12th , 2025 Between Galilee and Samaria, ten lepers cried out for mercy—but only one returned to give thanks.Ten were healed, but only one was transformed. Discover how gratitude opens our eyes to God’s grace and turns everyday moments into encounters with the Giver of all good gifts.…

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Ep 101 - MAGA Martyrdom & The Holy War (Pt 2) 30:33

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[This is Pt 2 of 3] Pt 2 explores the use of state power to police speech & expression around Charlie Kirk. I discuss the difference between ‘cancel culture’ & the govt policing people’s views. We talk about the forced writing of Kirk’s name on Starbucks cups, the forced lowering of flags, the doxxing database and more. Subscribe via patreon.com/ni…

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S1, E10: Preaching within the Immanent Frame 1:08:20

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How do you preach about God, eschatology, or salvation to people who have no sense of the transcendent at all? How do you introduce them to what the Christian faith is all about? This is not just a question relevant to those reaching out to the unchurched; the same challenge holds within the church. In this episode we speak with Kees van Ekris. He …

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Fine Dining | Bread of life | Ps Monique Jacobsz 23:41

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In these series we explore what it means to be truly nourished by Jesus, the Bread of Life. In a world full of distractions, empty “snacks,” and constant busyness, we’re invited to depend on God daily — not just weekly. Learn how spiritual nourishment strengthens, sustains, and fills the deepest needs of your heart. Tune in to discover how to exper…

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God's Story pt 8 34:08

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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S1, E9: Secularization and Salvation 1:20:22

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What is the unique thing we find in Christianity but nowhere else? Recent research among Dutch pastors and church planters revealed that while most of them would answer this question with “Jesus” – but that they find it difficult to express what difference he makes. Older soteriological models no longer seem to resonate; past language no longer fee…

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Ep 101 - MAGA Martyrdom & The Holy War (Pt 1) 29:57

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Lately, the Cult of MAGA has been very open & enthusiastic about their desires for a ‘Holy War’. They have now found a MAGA Martyr in Charlie Kirk — and are doing everything possible to use the assassination of this far-right influencer to accelerate the pace of authoritarianism. In this part of the episode, I’ll explore the absurdity around the cl…

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BACHTOBERFEST: Goldberg charcuterie (season 5 closer) 51:45

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It's time for Bachtoberfest! Tonight we treat ourselves to a wine & cheese spread, tailored to the different variations in this iconic piece. We had so much fun with this that we think you should try it too. Just pair some of your favorite wines and cheeses and other snack items with the musical feast that is the Goldberg Variations. Then, let us k…

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COMING SOON: MAGA Martyrdom & The Holy War 4:35

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Here’s a sneak peak from my upcoming multi-part episode about the deification of Charlie Kirk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mustard seed of faith 28:40

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Sermon – October 5th , 2025 Faith is not about size but substance. When the disciples asked Jesus to increase their faith, He reminded them that even faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains. True faith is not measured by how much we have but by whom we trust. This sermon explores what it means to live by mustard seed faith—faith that gr…

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God-Pleasing Faith | Ps Joe Martin 44:40

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We have the privilege of hearing Ps. Joe Martin from Trinity Dallas share a powerful message on God-Pleasing Faith. Ps Joe unpacks what it truly means to be saved, walk, and live by faith, drawing from Hebrews 11:1 — faith is “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Through vivid illustrations, from invisible chairs to …

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God's Story pt7 40:57

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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S1E8: Church, Art, and Secularity 1:26:16

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While society might be secularizing, many are still drawn to the beauty of religious art. Over the last couple of decades, traditional Anglican Choral Evensong became very popular in the Netherlands. This is highly surprising, since the Netherlands is neither Anglican nor religious anymore. In this episode we talk to Hanna Rijken, who in cooperatio…

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Der Herr denket an uns (BWV 196): closing chorus 24:41

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Unabashed joy describes this short and sweet cantata, which Bach wrote at age 23 for a wedding. In its sparkling finale, some mysteries hide. A curiously unexpected tonality sets off the happy declamation of "ihr seid" (you are), with emphasis on "seid"; according to Bach we ARE blessed by God, rather than "us" being special. Then what do we make o…

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UNLOCKED: Aftershow 7: Germany, Identity, Palestine (pt 2) 1:13:19

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An episode from last year, from my patreon exclusive series, The Aftershow. Unlocked extended episode for the main feed, as sadly it still remains very relevant. —— Join us for part 2 of this Panel on wtf is going on in Germany. My German guests include Ilyas who is a German Muslim, Claus is a German who was raised with very right-wing views but ha…

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Danger of outward religion 26:49

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Sermon – September 28, 2025 Sermon Have you heard about fake doctors, fake architects , fake engineers? The true nature of them is hidden and project themselves as somebody true, but in fact they are not true. Jesus says give attention to the inside more than the outside. He is the Lord who created what is seen and what is unseen (for example, ange…

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God's Story pt6 34:22

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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UNLOCKED - Aftershow 7: Germany, Identity & Palestine (pt 1) 1:32:59

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An episode from last year, from my patreon exclusive series, The Aftershow. Unlocked extended episode for the main feed, as sadly it still remains very relevant. (Pt 2 will also be unlocked soon) —— This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation. Join myself and my panel of German/Germany related guests for a fascinating discussion about Wtaf is going on …

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God or wealth? 25:59

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Sermon – September 21, 2025 Money is a tool—powerful but limited. It can buy the shell of things but never the essence: food but not appetite, medicine but not health, wealth but not peace. Jesus warns us that while we must handle “dishonest wealth” wisely, we cannot serve both God and money. One says, get, get, get; the other says, give, give, giv…

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S1 E7: Being Church in Groningen 1:08:17

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Pieter Versloot was a missionary in central-Asia, worked at the national offices of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands, and now is pastor of the Martini Church in Groningen, a church at the center of a small, Medieval city in the north of the Netherlands. In this traditionally-minded Protestant community he re-introduced the confessional as a…

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Song: Vergiss mein nicht (BWV 505) 19:15

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Today we talk "Men in Black", "Coco", "Futurama", and hear a slappin' bass line from an 80's funk song. Oh, and some Bach. Remember to stop and smell the forget-me-nots -- in other words, enjoy those moments. In memoriam Fred Jacobs. Charles Daniels (tenor), Meineke van der Velden (da gamba), and Fred Jacobs (theorbo) performing "Vergiss mein nicht…

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The Power of the Gospel | Obedience | Ps Lizby Warren 22:04

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Learn how to move from simply hearing God to obeying Him from the heart. Be inspired by Jesus’ example, discover practical ways to live in daily surrender, and experience the freedom, blessing, and life that comes from Spirit-led obedience.

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God's Story pt5 33:12

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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S1, E6: Being Church in the Frisian Countryside 1:25:07

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Hinne Wagenaar studied theology in the Netherlands and at Union Seminary in New York, taught theology in Cameroon, but then returned to his roots in the Frisian countryside where he started a new worshipping community rooted in the old, Medieval church building in this farmer town with 350 inhabitants. This church plant grew into a monastic communi…

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The Power of the Gospel | Righteousness | Ps Peter Jacobsz 26:40

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Tune in to this powerful message and discover how Jesus’ sacrifice removes every barrier between you and God—experience His promises of provision, healing, and peace in your life today.

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Goldberg Variations: 16. Ouverture 26:27

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Overtures belong at the beginning, introducing what is to come. So why is one found at Variation 16 of the giant Goldberg Aria and Variations? Well, it is the beginning, but of the second half of 30 variations. Variation 15 takes us into fear and anguish with a mirrored canon in the (unheard of) key of G minor. After 45 minutes of bright G major si…

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God's Story pt4 38:07

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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S1, E5: Church Planting in Amsterdam 1:16:34

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In this episode we remain in Amsterdam, but this time focus on the work of church planting in such a highly secular context. David van der Meulen, also known as “dominee David’ (pastor David) or “the millennium pastor” (dubbed as such by a secular newspaper in Amsterdam) focuses his ministry on post-Christian successful millennials, who have no int…

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Nun danket alle Gott (BWV 192): closing chorus 23:45

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To play baroque music properly -- especially a bouncing jig like this one in 12/8 time -- you must "unlearn what you have learned", and rethink how you articulate music. Articulation is so important -- the music must feel and look light and airy. This performance by the Netherlands Bach Society fits this feeling perfectly -- the musicians look casu…

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The cost of costly love 27:55

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Sermon – September 7, 2025 Love is beautiful, but true love is never cheap. From God’s sacrificial gift of His Son to the daily call for us to lay down our lives for others, love always carries a cost. In this message, we’ll explore what it means to embrace a love that gives, forgives, and perseveres—even when it hurts. Discover how costly love tra…

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The Power of the Gospel | Love | Ps Steve Warren 38:41

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The Power of the Gospel: Love (Romans 12–13)The Gospel doesn’t just save us — it transforms us into a people of love. In this message we explore how Paul calls us to live with self-sacrificial devotion, using our gifts to serve others, honour one another, and embody the family of God. Love isn’t just a feeling — it’s action, commitment, and the way…

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God's Story pt 3 36:01

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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Fundamentals of prayer | The prayer of faith | Ps Lizby Warren 32:30

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Goldberg Variations: Aria 14:04

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The towering thirty Goldberg Variations combine into a masterwork of keyboard music. As all variation pieces, they were based on a relatively simple source material. But as is his way, Bach organized the variations with a complex and deliberate structure. But also unlike other composers of this form, he poured more into this source material itself.…

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Fundamentals of prayer | Fasting | Ps Steve Warren. 30:28

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S1, E4: Being Church in Amsterdam 1:21:51

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Rosaliene Israel is an ordained minister and was until January 1, 2025 the secretary-general of the Protestant Church in Amsterdam, overseeing twenty-five faith communities in the city. For a number of years she lived in and led a new monastic community located right at the center of the Red Light District in Amsterdam. She also is a PhD candidate …

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Our lives as an offering of gratitude to God 28:40

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Sermon – August 31, 2025 Our response to God’s goodness is not just in words but in the way we live. Gratitude is more than a feeling—it is a daily offering. As we remember all that God has done for us through Christ, we are called to present our lives as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to Him. Gratitude transforms our thoughts, actions, and …

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Gof's Story pt2 34:40

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Listen to our sermons onlineBy Paul Smit

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CLIP: Institutions Dedicated to the Study of Genocide, Remain Silent about Genocide 15:08

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A clip from my recent conversation with Mari Cohen - Associate Editor at leftist magazine Jewish Currents Here are the articles we discussed in this clip: Can Genocide Studies survive a Genocide? By Mari Cohen https://jewishcurrents.org/can-genocide-studies-survive-a-genocide-in-gaza A Textbook Case of Genocide - Raz Segal https://jewishcurrents.or…

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S1, E3: Secularization in the Netherlands: Exploring the Landscape 1:10:58

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David Boogerd is a journalist working for Dutch public television and radio. Since 2019 he presents a weekly podcast about religion that has become highly popular. In this podcast, together with missiologist Stefan Paas, Boogerd interviews religious leaders, philosophers, psychologists, journalists, and politicians about secularization and its effe…

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S1, E1: Being Church in a Post-Christian World 17:55

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In this first episode, Kendra Buckwalter Smith and Edwin Chr. van Driel introduce the concept of this podcast: stories from the Dutch church for the sake of the missional conversation in North America. They discuss the nature of secularization in the Netherlands, the ways in which the Dutch church is a generation or two ahead of the North American …

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S1, E2: What Do We Mean by a Post-Christian World? 38:51

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In this episode, Kendra and Edwin delve more deeply into what we mean by a “post-Christian world.” A post-Christian culture is one in which, not only does the church have less power or influence, but in which for a growing group of people the Christian faith, or any kind of religious outlook, is increasingly implausible or irrelevant. Kendra and Ed…

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Cello Suite no. 6: Courante 25:01

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Listener HG drew our attention to a similarity between the Courante of this cello suite and the "Cum Sancto Spiritu" from the Mass in B minor. We talk about these dance forms and how they affect the affect, so to speak. Nowadays, it's easy to think of Bach as old-fashioned, and certainly some composers in the late 1700s thought the same; however he…

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CLIP: Understanding Resistance & Genocide 7:58

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A clip from my recent conversation with Mari Cohen - Associate Editor at leftist magazine Jewish Currents Find the public version of the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mpxDnGm1c8isJlDGgidqc?si=vQXP3xObQtC5iIWB7H334A And the extended conversation here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/ep-99-can-ft-135158487?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&ut…