Bästa Snarky podcaster (2024)

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Mimetic Theory & Middle-earth 53:25

24d ago53:25

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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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Because you can't punch someone in the face 11:20

29d ago11:20

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So seriously, that guy is at it again. It could be a girl, but it's that one person. There's always that one person in every group isn't there? The one that Drives. You. Nuts! And you really can't punch him in the face, because jail. Well, jail sucks. And it sucks more than that guy does so you're gonna have to control yourself. But how? Well, ever…

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RJ the Astronaut 1:03:22

2M 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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Meditation for Employees Who Are Angry 11:11

2M ago11:11

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Another day at work, and another meeting that should've been an email. You know those days/weeks/months that all feel like Monday. Well, I've got help for that. Tune in to this episode whenever you're feeling frustrated with that guy. You know that one guy, it could be a girl, but there's always one in every group isn't there? Just wait till you he…

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Love, Lies, and 2024 45:39

3M ago45:39

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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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"The art of not caring" Meditation 7:03

3M ago7:03

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Welcome back to Tokumei Snark's Meditation for Pessimists. Today, we master 'The Art of Not Caring.' Let’s practice zen-like indifference, because really, who cares? SnarkyMeditation.com, is the official site of the snark. Oh yeah, and buy me a coffee. ☕️ No, really. (It could be a bubble tea -yeah! - I love bubble tea! That place has a way for you…

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Laughing Lotus: The Art of Absurd Meditation 6:17

3M ago6:17

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Forget those deep, meaningful affirmations. Today, we’re affirming things like, “I am the master of my unsocked feet,” or “My spirit animal is a dancing noodle.” Or try a Ridiculous Visualization.' Imagine meditating on a beach, but the sand is made of tiny marshmallows, and the ocean is a giant pool of lemonade. The more ludicrous, the better. Sna…

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Release your inner cynic 6:28

3M ago6:28

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Like i had to tell you to do that, right? If you didn't have an inner cynic you wouldn't even be here, now would you? SnarkyMeditation.com, is the official site of the snark. Oh yeah, and buy me a coffee. ☕️ No, really. (It could be wine,🍷 or maybe a bubble tea, yeah! I love bubble tea!) That place has a way for you to donate to keep the show going…

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Superhero Meditation 9:21

3M ago9:21

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Calling all nerds, I mean superheros! Today, we're getting out the spandex, grabbing that cape, and getting ready to save the world, one quick meditation at a time. SnarkyMeditation.com, is the official site of the snark. Oh yeah, and buy me a coffee. ☕️ No, really. (It could be wine,🍷 or maybe a bubble tea, yeah! I love bubble tea!) That place has…

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Meditation for Those Who Can't Stand Meditation 6:28

3M ago6:28

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You've never meditated like this before! Welcome - or go away, depending who you are and why you're here. SnarkyMeditation.com, is the official site of the snark. Oh yeah, and buy me a coffee. ☕️ No, really. (It could be wine,🍷 or maybe a bubble tea, yeah! I love bubble tea!) That place has a way for you to donate to keep the show going, and what t…

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Snarky Meditation for Pessimists - the Introduction 1:59

3M ago1:59

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So you hate meditating, but they keep telling you to do it - so you said you would. Little did they know you'd find Snarky Meditation, it's meditation for the rest of us. Check it out, or don't, but you should...only if you need a little smile every once in a while, or something to laugh at. This is both really. Isn't it time we were able to take t…

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Snarky Meditation Jingle 0:55

3M ago0:55

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Nope, you've never heard a meditation song like this before. You've never listened to Snarky Meditation either, so check out the song & you'll learn all about the podcast. Or don't - and be surprised. WhateverAv Tokumei Snark

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Indigo - The Color of Grief 46:06

4M 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

5M 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

6M ago1:08:42

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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

7M 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

7M 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

9M ago1:12:07

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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

9M ago42:52

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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

12M 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

1y 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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An exclusive look at the making of Snarky Puppy’s new album EMPIRE CENTRAL

1+ y ago

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In this 3-part series, we take you inside the creation of Empire Central. From the unique songwriting process to the rehearsals, where the band performs songs for the first time without music sheets, to the recording process and final song selection, you’ll get an unforgettable look inside the creative process of one of the world’s most renowned ja…

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Wherever Socks Get Lost 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

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In episode three of Transmissions From Deep Ellum, the band finally takes the stage to record the Grammy®-nominated Empire Central and they have to ask themselves - do they still know how to record a live studio album? Descending upon Dallas' Deep Ellum Art Company to record, the bar is as high as ever - even for a band as accomplished as Snarky Pu…

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Texas Is Texas 33:03

1+ y ago33:03

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How would you describe Snarky Puppy? In Episode 1 of this series, band members weigh in on the essence of the group as they prepare to record Snarky Puppy’s Grammy®-nominated album, Empire Central. Driven by band leader Michael League’s direction to write an album that pays tribute to Dallas, the city where the band got its start, “Texas Is Texas” …

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Band Camp 42:18

1+ y ago42:18

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In episode two of Transmissions From Deep Ellum, the band members give us an unprecedented look inside the creation and refinement of the songs that came to make up their new album, the Grammy®-nominated Empire Central. Though the collective has recorded in front of live audiences before, shaking off two years of pandemic lockdown added a new level…

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Introducing Snarky Puppy: Transmissions From Deep Ellum 1:40

1+ y ago1:40

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Snarky Puppy is “the funkiest WhatsApp group you would ever hear”, according to band member Larnell Lewis. And he’s not entirely off - this band of 19 musicians who push what it means to be a band, to write songs, and produce truly original music. In March 2022, the innovative jazz collective descended upon Dallas to rehearse a selection of new son…

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WBGO Studios and Snarky Puppy partner on a new podcast release 0:30

1+ y ago0:30

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A podcast that goes deep into the creative process of one of the world’s most talented and genre-defying super bands, Snarky Puppy. Captured during the recording of their latest album, Transmissions From Deep Ellum takes you behind the scenes as they build the soundscape that will become the album tracks; then, into the room as the album is recorde…

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Theology of Consent 56:30

1+ y ago56:30

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"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

1+ 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

1+ y 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

1+ y 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

2y ago59:07

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"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

2y 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

2y 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

2y 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

2y 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

2y 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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Nitty Gritty Faith 1:00:32

2y ago1:00:32

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"We must realize that leaps of faith are the junk food of the spiritual realm... An authentic leap of faith may become the first step of a new beginning, but taking that step feels more like the culmination of a long and engaging journey." Eric Elnes ~ Gifts of the Dark Wood Continuing on our series about the tangible ways of faith, today we'll dis…

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Snarky Faith Trailer 0:42

2y ago0:42

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Snarky Faith is a space where we irreverently wrestle through life, culture and spirituality. It’s a skewering of religion in culture today. The questions or even answers are never the point – it’s all about the conversation. Hosted by Stuart Delony. Snarky Faith is on WCOM LP 103.5 Chapel Hill/Carrboro, NC Tuesdays 5-6pm EST www.snarkyfaith.com…

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Touching the Stove 1:04:41

2y ago1:04:41

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"I tell you solemnly, in so far as you neglected to do this to one of the least of these, you neglect to do it to me." -Jesus The pursuit of experiencing the divine is the age-old goal of religious and spiritual seekers. For those that believe or want to believe, such an encounter can be transformative and confirming to one's faith. Yet, organized …

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Emptiness 1:01:59

2y ago1:01:59

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"The courage to be is rooted in the God who appears when God has disappeared in the anxiety of doubt." -Paul Tillich Religious conversion is a peculiar thing. The very mention of "getting saved" most likely triggers lots of ideas, experiences, feelings, and bad memes in your head. The funny thing is that conversion is not intended to be a spiritual…

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My Gay Church Days 58:34

2y ago58:34

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“How many of us are strangers to ourselves in order to please the church.” ~ George Azar On this week's show, we sit down with author and ex-pastor George Azar to discuss his new book, My Gay Church Days. The book is a profoundly raw, honest, and open memoir about his experiences within Christianity and ministry as a gay man. It's a journey of self…

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Uncertainty 1:03:09

2y ago1:03:09

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"For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known." 1 Corinthians 13:12 Uncertainty is something that usually makes us feel uncomfortable. We like to be in control and have a hand in the outcome of things in life. It's a natural inclination, but it's also counter-p…

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Abstract Faith 58:42

2y ago58:42

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"For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. To the one we are an aroma that brings death; to the other, an aroma that brings life. And who is equal to such a task? Unlike so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ, we speak before God with sinceri…

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Call Me A Leper 1:02:57

2y ago1:02:57

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"It all has to do with love of others, which is the purest expression of our love of God. If Jesus has a theology, it is a "theology of humanism' - we love God through love of the humanity made in his image." -Addison Hodges Hart For the past few weeks on the show, we have been working our way through the Sermon on the Mount. It's the centerpiece o…

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Faithful Mindfulness 55:22

2y ago55:22

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This week on the show, we'll pause our series on the Sermon on the Mount to do something a bit different. Yet, it's still very much in the same vein of the ethics of the Kingdom of God, where health and mindfulness matter. Mental health matters. It's an area that the church has long ignored or mishandled. You can't pray away mental health issues; t…

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False Prophets 55:45

2y ago55:45

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In modern-day Christianity it seems that there's no shortage of self-proclaimed prophets. They make bold claims about the future. They'll insist that God measures your faithfulness by how much you give to their ministries. They preach of an angry God who seems to hate the same people they do. It's all a crock of shit. Don't believe me? Jesus even s…

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Knockers 56:30

2+ y ago56:30

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"I have abandoned all particular forms of devotion, all prayer techniques. My only prayer practice is attention. I carry on a habitual, silent, and secret conversation with God that fills me with overwhelming joy." -Brother Lawrence Too often do we only see prayer as something that connects us to the divine. Like a suggestion box to the hereafter o…

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The Last Show* 56:30

2+ y ago56:30

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"It's time we reclaimed this wise saying. Our post-Christian culture may very well give us the opportunity to relearn the wisdom of doing so. Communities of followers of Jesus may grow smaller, commitment to his teaching more radical and real, and in time we may look like those with something valuable that others want and will seek to have." ~ Addi…

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Wiping It Clean 56:26

2+ y ago56:26

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"If 'church' is a place you go, you'll never get there..." ~Chris Kratzer Author, Chris Kratzer is no stranger to Snarky Faith. He's been on several times in the past, and it's always a wild ride. Today, we're discussing his new book: Stupid Sht Heard in Church. It's an audacious book that lives up to its shocking title. In the book, Chris does his…

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