Best Stuartdelony Podcasts (2025)

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20 - Mutual Aid 38:12

11h ago38:12

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Mutual Aid The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to recognize patterns. W…

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19 - Exposure Therapy and Safe Spaces 41:31

7d ago41:31

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Exposure Therapy and Safe Spaces The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to…

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18 - Shincheonji 35:51

14d ago35:51

35:51

The Shincheonji Church of Jesus - South Korea The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion…

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17 - Franklin Graham 37:00

21d ago37:00

37:00

Franklin Graham - Peacemaker, following in dad's footsteps, or just one of the worst ever power hungry, grifter/enablers of toxic theology and right-wing politics? The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we partici…

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16 - Navigating Love & Fascism 30:43

29d ago30:43

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16 - Navigating Love & Fascism The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to r…

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15 - Fallout from the Prosperity Gospel 29:18

1M ago29:18

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15 - Fallout from the Prosperity Gospel The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we b…

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14 - Prosperity Gospel 33:07

1M ago33:07

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14 – Prosperity Gospel The dysfunction and harm caused by the Prosperity Gospel The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we…

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13 - Paula White-Cain 27:22

2M ago27:22

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13 – Paula Whiote-Cain The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to recognize…

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12 - Advocating for Women and Marginalized Groups 31:56

2M ago31:56

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12 – Advocating for Women in Marginalized Spaces The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized relig…

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22 - Tim Whitaker & TNE - How We Enable Abusers 55:07

2M ago55:07

55:07

22 – Tim Whitaker & TNE – How We Enable Abusers This Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. It dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to behave badly (led by Megan South Benninger). History During the 2023 incident with platforming an accused abuser at th…

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21 - Tim Whitaker & TNE - Not Getting It 34:07

2M ago34:07

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21 – Tim Whitaker & TNE – Still Not Getting It This Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. This episode is an introduction to the situation, and the second episode dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to behave badly (led by Megan South Benninger). Hist…

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11 - What are ACEs and AREs in Trauma Recovery 34:33

2M ago34:33

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# – Title of Episode Summary The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to rec…

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10 - Nominees for Worst Cult-like Organizations 35:17

2M ago35:17

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10 - Nominees for Worst Cult-like Organizations The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religi…

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9 - Nominees for Worst Evangelical Leaders 36:34

3M ago36:34

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9 - Nominees for Worst Evangelical Leaders The Unlearning Curve Podcast Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand [email protected] While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, w…

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8 - Good Questions for Deconstruction 41:39

3M ago41:39

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8 – Good Questions for Deconstruction Karl and Laura have been discussing good questions for deconstruction on The Desert Sanctuary blog and podcast. For this podcast, we decided to grab a few of these, discuss them, and help you start asking good questions and thinking about some of the most common ones we hear in deconstruction. Link to the blogs…

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7 - Understanding the Brain 39:51

3M ago39:51

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7 – Understanding the Brain In this episode, we attempt to broaden our knowledge with a basic understanding of the brain. When we understand more of how the brain responds to circumstances in our life and what is really going on behind the scenes, we may be able to address our mental health and understand the way we are a little better. Resources M…

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6 - Barbie's Revenge on Greg Locke 37:16

3M ago37:16

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6 – Barbie Gets Revenge on Greg Locke After some reflection, I want to suggest that it wasn’t God who destroyed the makeshift home of Global Vision or even the County he resides in that continually has to battle the hate preacher because of noise and parking issues. Even though the insurance company (if there is one) would probably attribute the co…

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5 - Alpha Male Grifters 40:24

4M ago40:24

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5 – Alpha Male Grifters I was greatly influenced by men like John Eldridge, Jerry Falwell, James Dobson, and the Duck Dynasty characters. I now realize these men are grifters who realize men have something primal in them left over from their evolution. The men who followed these guys are vulnerable and have a root-brain inclination to be alpha male…

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4 - Unlearning - What are We Discovering? 35:24

4M ago35:24

35:24

Unlearning - What are we Discovering? [email protected] Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to recognize patterns. We …

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3 - Mental Health Moment - What is Trauma? 33:47

4M ago33:47

33:47

What is Trauma? Copyright 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand The Podcast While many of us yearn for truth and understanding, the systems we participate in often prevent us from attaining genuine freedom in our everyday lives. As we move away from organized religion, we begin to recognize patterns. We believe that addressing many of these challeng…

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2 - Cults & Toxic Systems - The Southern Baptist Convention 44:15

4M ago44:15

44:15

The Southern Baptist Convention. The basic complaint against them is that they keep doubling down on things like racism, misogyny, and toxic beliefs and practices. Noted especially is their defiance of critical race theory, their executive board cover-up of sexual abuse, and their deference to the autonomy of their churches when bad things happen b…

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What Now 58:34

4M ago58:34

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Trump’s back in office, and it’s officially time to get serious. This week, we dive into what his return means for democracy, humanity, and faith, as we grapple with the fallout of an election fueled by evangelical hypocrisy and the erosion of decency. From reproductive rights to racial justice, LGBTQ+ protections to environmental survival, the sta…

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1 - Deconstructing the Sovereignty of God 36:14

4M ago36:14

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Copyright © 2025 - Stuart Delony & Karl Forehand In this episode, we introduce ourselves and share a clip from Tony Lambert, pastor of Picayune First Baptist Church in Mississippi. The clip comes from Facebook, which also has a link to the entire message. For this discussion, Tony is an example of what most SBC pastors would understand and proclaim…

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Snarkfire and Brimstone 29:41

9M ago29:41

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In this week's episode of Snarky Faith, we’re turning up the heat with a “Snarkfire and Brimstone sermon” that takes aim at the bizarre fusion of faith and authoritarian politics. First, we kick things off with the Christian Crazy segment, highlighting the most ridiculous soundbites from the week. Then, we delve into the so-called new Christian ort…

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How to Debate Without Hate with Corey Nathan 1:03:23

10M ago1:03:23

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Join Stuart for an engaging discussion with Corey Nathan, host of the podcast "Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other." Corey, a Jewish stockbroker turned Christian entrepreneur, believes that it's possible to have proactive and fun conversations about politics and religion without resorting to hatred. In this episode, Corey shares …

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Nice Churchy Patriarchy with Liz Cooledge Jenkins 51:24

11M ago51:24

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This latest episode of Snarky Faith features a compelling conversation with Liz Cooledge Jenkins, whose new book, "Nice Churchy Patriarchy: Reclaiming Women’s Humanity from Evangelicalism," offers a critical yet hopeful look at the entrenched patriarchal norms in evangelical Christianity. Jenkins takes us on a journey through her own experiences wi…

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The Quantum Teachings of Jesus with Keith Giles 1:08:53

1y ago1:08:53

1:08:53

Get ready for a mind-bending episode of Snarky Faith as we dive deep with Keith Giles into his latest book, 'The Quantum Sayings of Jesus.' Discover how Giles blends quantum physics with the mystical teachings of Jesus, challenging conventional religious narratives with a fresh, provocative perspective. Giles brings the often overlooked Gospel of T…

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Finding Jesus with Herb Montgomery 1:08:17

1y ago1:08:17

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In "Finding Jesus," Herb Montgomery takes readers on a deep dive into the often-overlooked aspects of Jesus' message, spotlighting his call to radical love, justice, and solidarity with the marginalized. Our upcoming interview will explore the journey behind Montgomery's provocative reinterpretation, discussing the ways in which this book seeks to …

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Mimetic Theory & Middle-earth 53:25

1y ago53:25

53:25

This week on Snarky Faith, we're thrilled to have Jon Turney, the author of In an engaging blend of literary scholarship and accessible philosophy, Matthew J. Distefano offers readers a fresh perspective on J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved creation, focusing on the unassuming yet profoundly wise Hobbits. Through the application of mimetic theory, the book …

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RJ the Astronaut 1:03:22

1+ y ago1:03:22

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This week on Snarky Faith, we're thrilled to have Jon Turney, the author of RJ the Astronaut, for a revealing conversation about his groundbreaking novel. Turney opens up about the inspiration behind RJ's character — an astronaut embroiled in a profound existential and spiritual journey across the cosmos. The discussion unveils the depths of questi…

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Love, Lies, and 2024 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

45:39

Join me as I take you on a wild journey through the latest episode of Snarky Faith. Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster ride as I open up about my personal journey through grief and loss in the bleak landscape of 2024, where political turmoil looms large. But that's just the beginning! In this episode, we fearlessly dive into the absurdities of Am…

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Indigo - The Color of Grief 46:06

1+ y ago46:06

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In this episode of Snarky Faith, we sit down with Dr. Jonathan Foster, a theologian and author, to discuss his latest work, "Indigo - the Color of Grief." This book is more than just words on a page; it's an immersive journey through the depths of sorrow and the resilience of the human spirit. Dr. Foster shares his personal experience with the trag…

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The Symphony of Listening: Embracing Wisdom Across Faith Lines 1:17:02

1+ y ago1:17:02

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In today's episode of Snarky Faith, we're venturing into a space that's often skirted around with discomfort or outright hostility. That's right—we're digging into the delightful mess that is religious diversity, but not in the way you might expect. We're not here to throw shade or to spotlight the foibles of faith; instead, we're talking about the…

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Theological Musings from a Tattooed Theologian 1:08:42

1+ y ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Brace Yourselves, This is Theology Unfiltered Hey Snarky Faith listeners, brace yourselves! We've got a treat for you—a theological espresso shot that'll jolt you awake, whether you're ready for it or not. I sat down with Dillon Naber Cruz, the mind behind Theological Musings: Collected Essays of a Tattooed Theologian, Vol. 1, and let me tell you, …

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Leaning Forward with Karl and Laura Forehand 1:22:07

1+ y ago1:22:07

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The Forehands: Not Your Typical Spiritual Guides Let's get one thing straight: Karl and Laura Forehand aren't here to sell you the same old, tired spiritual clichés. Nope, they're here to wrestle—wrestle with beliefs, wrestle with trauma, and maybe even wrestle with you a bit. So, buckle up, because this episode of Snarky Faith is about to get real…

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Seeds of De(con)struction 1:28:02

1+ y ago1:28:02

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We've got a special treat for you today. We're diving deep into the murky waters of faith, spirituality, and the church with none other than Nat Turney, the author of the provocative book "Seeds of De(con)struction." Trust us, this is one episode you don't want to miss. The Book That's Shaking the Foundations "Seeds of De(con)struction" is not your…

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Breaking Bad Faith 1:12:07

2y ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Join me again on Snarky Faith. Our guest is none other than Michael Camp, the author of "Breaking Bad Faith," a book that's as much a mental workout as it is a spiritual journey. Join us for our conversation - it's a fun ride. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the turbulent waters of religious and social issues, with Camp serving as our fearl…

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Just Be Kind 42:52

2y ago42:52

42:52

Join me for another episode of "Snarky Faith" as we wade through the stormy intersection of faith and politics, exploring the emotional landscape marked by anxiety and depression. In these tumultuous times following the downfall of Roe v Wade and the erosion of LGBTQ rights, we're on a mission to make sense of it all and find our footing. In this e…

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Canceling Easter 1:03:26

2y ago1:03:26

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On today's show, we'll reflect on how Easter has become a religious shit-show and we're also joined by Keith Giles and Matthew Distefano to talk about Quior Publishing's new venture into class literature - and why books matter and shouldn't be banned. Let's just be honest for a moment. Easter has lost the plot within modern Christendom and reveals …

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The Catch-Up 49:09

2y ago49:09

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In this episode of Snarky Faith, we delve into the discussion of our collective struggles with the state of the world and the overwhelming noise surrounding everything. Drawing from Brene Brown's idea that faith minus vulnerability equals extremism, let's talk about the questions around why Americans seem to be doubling down on religious culture is…

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Theology of Consent 56:30

2+ y ago56:30

56:30

"We could be the people who risk with God in the face of apocalypse rather than the people who trust in a god who authors apocalypse." Jonathan J. Foster ~ Theology of Consent: Mimetic Theory in an Open and Relational Universe Coincidences happen and paradoxes occur. In life, there are rare occurrences where cosmically divergent concepts combine, a…

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Christian Nationalism 56:30

2+ y ago56:30

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"I’m a Christian, and I say it proudly, we should be Christian nationalists." Marjorie Taylor Green ~ Politician and Conspiracy Theorist You may have heard about Christian nationalism... It's the hip (not) new trend all your Bible-beating relatives, and red-hat-wearing neighbors are talking about. Christian nationalism is a casserole of the worst p…

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The Church Can Go To Hell with Desimber Rose Wattleton 56:30

3y ago56:30

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"If we aren’t careful, we can become so bitter about the journey that we aren’t able to see how much we’ve grown along the way." Desimber Rose Wattleton ~ The Church Can Go to Hell Rarely do we hear honest and raw confessions and testimony from pastors and clergy. Usually, the Lords of the Pulpit carefully craft a public, pious persona and live it …

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Honeysuckle with Meagan Ruby Wagner 1:06:12

3y ago1:06:12

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"It should come as no surprise when So-called Christian powerhouses fall Corporate greed dressed in Sunday best od has always been in the business Of toppling empires" Meagan Ruby Wagner ~ Jericho Presently, language is purposefully abused and exploited, often for evil ends, to benefit those in positions of power. How can we combat this? There are …

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Sola Mysterium with Keith Giles 59:07

3y ago59:07

59:07

"Will we ever arrive at our destination? Who can say? But, God is not far away. God is alive within; living and breathing along with us in every moment. How do we know this? We can stop, be still, listen, and experience God’s presence anytime we need to. We can trust, by faith, that God will never leave us or forsake us. We can believe that Jesus i…

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Learning from Experience 58:10

3y ago58:10

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"When you say to yourself. 'I don't care what happens,' it just gives you a broader perspective." - George Carlin There are times when we must wrestle with baggage from the road traveled as we progress in our faith. Questions begin to arise, and easy spiritual answers no longer soothe as a salve to the itching reality of balancing the trauma of liv…

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Out Into The Desert 58:45

3y ago58:45

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"People are finding acceptance, love, and healing outside of the organizational church. They feel like they were supporting the organization of the church and the church was not supporting them." Karl Forehand ~ Out Into The Desert Karl J. Forehand was a bi-vocational pastor for 20 years and has training in spiritual leadership coaching, plant-base…

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Road Trip 1:04:50

3y ago1:04:50

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"Based on this historical example, if our passion is to end abortion in our nation, the best way to do so is to circumvent political processes (which, to date, have not proven very effective), and to love our neighbor as Jesus commanded." Keith Giles ~ Jesus Untangled Today's show is a mixed bag of talk about reproductive rights, and I'll also take…

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Leaving Well 1:04:24

3y ago1:04:24

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To go somewhere, you have to leave. There will be times in our journeys in faith when we're called to leave, either by choice or circumstance. Sometimes we pull away for a moment; other times, maybe forever. The keys to navigating these times are discernment, detachment, and humility. We encounter moments where leaving is healthy and gives us persp…

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The Art of Being Lost 1:00:58

3y ago1:00:58

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"As you start to walk on the way, the way appears." ~ Rumi No one likes to be lost. It strikes us with fear and disorientation because we like to be in control. When we're lost, things feel out of control. Yet being lost is part of the spiritual journey. In many ways, it is an essential ingredient for change and growth. As humans, we're creatures o…

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