How did Revelation impact you? Were you traumatized by maybe getting spit out of the mouth of God like Nate & Shelby? Listeners in the Facebook group are asking for a series on Revelation, so we brainstorm what that series could look like. Also, we give an update on the baby.
Read MoreJoin us as we delve into Genesis 3 and explore its long-lasting impact on women. We'll tackle big questions like: Did God really say what we've been told? And why isn’t the serpent identified as Satan? We’ll discuss how much of what we believe comes from Paul's interpretations and how this story has shaped women’s experiences, especially around leadership. Get ready for an eye-opening chat about challenging old notions and seeing this story in a new light!
Read MoreIs Genesis 2:24 an institution of heterosexual marriage? Does it matter? In this episode, we tackle these questions and play devil's advocate to help you respond to the pushback you may be facing. We challenge traditional views and ask: How should we use the Bible today? Tune in as we navigate the complex landscape of faith, marriage, and sexuality.
Read MoreDid you ever wonder why Satan is never mentioned in the Garden of Eden? Prepare to have your mind blown as we dive into the untold complexities of Genesis 2:1-18. This episode uncovers surprising interpretations, challenges common myths, and may forever change the way you look at the creation story. Don't miss out; it's time to rethink what you thought you knew about Adam, Eve, and the Garden.
Read MoreIn this episode, Nate and Shelby unpack a young competitor's apologetics speech from the conservative homeschool speech league featured in "Shiny Happy People." The speaker argues that God must punish every sin to be just. Join us as we challenge this traditional view and discuss its implications for the future of faith and justice.
Read MoreWhat have we been missing in the creation story? What does the Sun being created before “Light” mean? Why do we have two different creation stories? Join us as we reexamine Genesis 1:6-31.
Read MoreRainn shares his insights on the lost essence of spirituality, the power of early Christian movement in Acts, the impact of societal movements like Black Lives Matter, and the importance of hope in an increasingly cynical world. When did the West lose spirituality? What is the motivation to love? What would Dwight Schrute think of all of this?
Read MoreDo pastors not know that Paul didn't write all the things attributed to him? Are they trying to hide it from us? What's going on?
Read MoreNeil deGrasse Tyson joins us to talk about the science found in the Bible. Should Christians make decision based on a religious text? If we could go back in time, could we prove if Jesus rose from the dead? What would Neil say to a room full of conservative Christians?
Read MoreIs Heaven meant to be perfect? Was the original creation in Genesis perfect? What is the difference between good and perfect? We delve into these topics as we discuss what we used to think about the creation story found in Genesis and how that has changed.
Read MoreIn Genesis 1:1-5, we encounter intriguing aspects that invite deeper reflection. We explore the use of the pronoun "us" in the early chapters, raising questions about its connection to the Trinity and the presence of Jesus in the garden. Additionally, we debunk the notion of strict sentence structure when reading the passage in Hebrew, uncovering its poetic nature. And we challenge the idea of a perfect heaven by considering alternative perspectives.
Join us on this captivating journey as we uncover the rich layers of meaning within Genesis 1:1-5.
Read MoreWe delve into the orgasm gap, the impact of evangelical teachings on sex, and the harm caused to marriages and women with sex researcher Sheila Gregoire. Uncover the truth behind popular evangelical books such as "Every Man's Battle," "For Women Only," "Sheet Music," and "Love and Respect," and their effects on intimacy and relationships. Join us for a candid conversation that challenges the status quo, empowers individuals, and sheds light on the importance of healthy and fulfilling sexual experiences.
Read MoreWe visit a beautiful benedictine abbey near our home and talk about what we used to think about Catholicism. We talk about the good and the bad. We also talk about what aspects of our own faith we miss or are worth trying to hang on to.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to have a faith that evolves, and are there any limits to that change? How did Rachel Held Evans influence Sarah Bessey's own faith journey, and what might we be missing from Rachel's voice today? What challenges do people face when their faith changes and evolves, and how can we navigate those challenges with grace and community?
Read MoreIn this Utterly Heretical episode, Nate and Shelby flip open the Bible to three random passages and share their thoughts on them. Join them as they discuss how unanswered prayer led them away from trusting God, the damaging belief that we're only God's friend if we do what he says, and their past experiences with the Holy Spirit and how they navigate those in deconstruction. Tune in for a thoughtful and honest conversation about these topics.
Read MoreHow can you write worship music when you're questioning your faith? What role does doubt play in the creative process of writing worship music? How can you reconcile your doubts and struggles with the lyrics of traditional worship songs? We’re joined by Sam Hedrick - a worship leader and songwriter who has been going through a process of deconstruction while continuing to write music for the church.
Read MoreWhat does worship look like when you're questioning, leaving, or changing your faith? How can we bring everything back to our humanness, and what role does incarnation play in that? And what happens when we stop chasing after revival and focus on the wildness of the Spirit of God? Join us for a conversation with William Matthews (Spotify | Instagram), former worship leader at Bethel, as we exploe these questions and more on Almost Heretical.
Read MoreIn this Utterly Heretical episode, Nate and Shelby flip open the Bible to three random passages and share their thoughts on them. Join them as they discuss how unanswered prayer led them away from trusting God, the damaging belief that we're only God's friend if we do what he says, and their past experiences with the Holy Spirit and how they navigate those in deconstruction. Tune in for a thoughtful and honest conversation about these topics.
Read MoreWelcome to the Worship series. After our faith evolution, we now have a complicated relationship with worship music. Join us as we sing three songs (The Heart of Worship, How He Loves, and The Stand) on the worship songs that once filled our hearts and churches. Delve into how our changing theology and feelings have transformed our relationship with these songs. Embark on a musical journey that reflects our faith's evolution and reexamines the role of worship in our lives.
Read MoreIn honor of #InternationalWomensDay, we're dedicating this episode to highlighting some of the lesser-known women of the Bible. I'll share a list of 16 of my favorite women who have been largely unheard of. We'll explore the Second Temple period and the narrative text of Joseph and Asinith, as well as the prophet Miriam and her mentions in the Dead Sea Scrolls. I'll also discuss the Apocrypha, a collection of texts that were removed from the Protestant Old Testament, and highlight the powerful stories of two women from that collection: Judith and Susanna. Let's celebrate the voices of these women who have long been overlooked and forgotten in the Bible.
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