Best Pastor Brian Zahnd Podcasts (2024)

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#149 – The Election (Against Neo-Fundamentalism) 40:18

3h ago40:18

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In light of the 2024 presidential election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, we delve into the idea of “neo-fundamentalism”—the tendency to replace one rigid ideology with another after deconstruction. Join us as we explore how to hold space for complex, evolving beliefs and embrace wisdom and open dialogue over dogma. Thoughts, questions, st…

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A Jesus-Shaped Political Advocacy With Anna Vogt

2h ago

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Anna Vogt, Director of Advocacy and Public Policy for the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), as we explore what Jesus-shaped political advocacy looks like in today's complex world. Drawing from over a decade of experience with MCC, including years of grassroots work in Colombia, Anna shares powerful storie…

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A Tale Told By An Idiot 35:08

23h ago35:08

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Let nothing disturb you Let nothing frighten you All things are passing away God never changes Patience obtains all things Whoever has God lacks nothing God alone suffices –Teresa of ÁvilaBy Brian Zahnd

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#148 – Is God male? (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 2) 36:56

1h ago36:56

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Listen to the aftershow Part 2 of 2: Liz Charlotte Grant returns to delve even deeper into faith and scripture, questioning the Bible’s patriarchal interpretations and exploring whether divine inspiration is real. Join us as we discuss how gender influences our view of God, the tension between tradition and spiritual independence, and what it truly…

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Being Bartimaeus 30:15

3d ago30:15

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In Mark's Gospel bar-Timaeus (son of Timaeus) is the only person Jesus healed who is given a name. The blind beggar bar-Timaeus is also the first person in Mark's Gospel to identify Jesus as the Son of David. So who is Timaeus and why does it matter?By Brian Zahnd

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The Surprising Rebirth of Christianity in a Secular Age with Justin Brierley

5d ago

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Join us for a fascinating conversation with Justin Brierley, who has created spaces for meaningful conversations between believers and skeptics, earning respect from both communities for his thoughtful approach to faith, science, and culture. In this episode, Justin shares his remarkable journey from an early podcast pioneer to a respected cultural…

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#147 – God as a Mother (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 1) 39:09

7d ago39:09

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Listen to the aftershow Part 1 of 2: Liz Charlotte Grant joins us to challenge traditional views of faith, gender, and scripture. Together, we explore how God is portrayed beyond the masculine lens and dive into the transformative power of therapy, the struggles of women in ministry, and reimagining spiritual autonomy. Visit her work at lizcharlott…

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The Uncontainable Christ 30:52

10d ago30:52

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The problem that James and John and the rest of disciples had, was that they thought Jesus could be contained in their own ambitions and agendas; that Jesus could be contained in the systems and political structures of the world they already knew. But they were wrong. They were wrong because Jesus is the uncontainable Christ.…

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The Faith of Abraham 31:50

17d ago31:50

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The faith of Abraham is a pilgrim faith that confesses the kingdoms of this world are all transitory and passing away, and that the only eternal kingdom is the kingdom of the heavens, where Jesus Christ reigns at the right hand of God.By Brian Zahnd

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The Me I Was Made To Be with Christie Penner Worden

20d ago

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In this episode of The Jesus Collective Podcast, we sit down with Christie Penner Worden, author of The Me I Was Made to Be: Helping Christian Parents Navigate the Identity Conversation. Christie dives deep into the heart of her new book, exploring how today’s kids and youth are grappling with identity in ways that often differ from the adults in t…

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#146 – Dana Hicks: Trading Conservative Dogma for Liberal Dogma 1:08:03

21d ago1:08:03

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Listen to the aftershow where we talk about kids, iPads, and spirituality Dana Hicks discusses the journey from conservative pastor to deconstructing faith and redefining spirituality. We delve into how deconstruction can lead to trading conservative dogma for liberal dogma, the role of psychedelics in spiritual experiences, and the importance of a…

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Riders In the Chariot 37:43

24d ago37:43

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Philip the Evangelist rode in a chariot with the Ethiopian Eunuch on the Gaza Road two thousand years ago. Brian Zahnd road on a train with Yu in Paris on the day Derrida died. The two stories are not entirely different.By Brian Zahnd

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Recalled To Life 34:28

1M ago34:28

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No matter what cripples us, no matter what issues we have, no matter how many dark spirits afflict us, Jesus is the one who recalls us to life.By Brian Zahnd

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#145 – Garrick Allen: Revelation Isn’t What You Think 58:36

1M ago58:36

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Listen to our after show where we talk about Garrick's thoughts on Pastors, Revelation and Hell Dr. Garrick Allen uncovers truths about how the Book of Revelation has been misunderstood for centuries, reshaping our view of Scripture. Discover how ancient manuscripts and hidden texts challenge modern beliefs in unexpected ways. Thoughts, questions, …

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Live Like A Narnian 35:59

1M ago35:59

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In The Chronicles of Narnia, Puddleglum tells the underworld witch, "I'm on Aslan's side even if there is no Aslan. I'm going to live like a Narnian even if there isn't any Narnia." In this story C.S. Lewis is doing more than telling a children's fantasy, he is portraying what it means to "walk by faith."…

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Bread in the Hands of Jesus 34:38

2M ago34:38

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Bread on the table is ordinary, but bread in the hands of Jesus becomes extraordinary. Bread in Jesus' hands during the Passover meal became an extension of Jesus’ very flesh. During Jesus' teaching ministry, bread became a feast for 5,000 people. During a meal with two disciples in Emmaus, bread became a revelation of Jesus in their midst. And we …

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Wounded Healers 40:09

2M ago40:09

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This sermon explores the transformative work of Christ to give us beauty for ashes and bring healing to our woundedness. As Henry Nouwen states: "Nobody escapes being wounded. We are all wounded people, whether physically, emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. The main question is not 'How can we hide our wounds?' so we don't have to be embarrasse…

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Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: Until The End Of The World 44:26

2M ago44:26

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Haven't seen you in quite a while I was down the hold just passing time Last time we met was a low-lit room We were as close together as a bride and groom We ate the food, we drank the wine Everybody having a good time Except you You were talking about the end of the world I took the money I spiked your drink You miss too much these days if you sto…

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Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: Losing My Religion 35:48

2M ago35:48

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Oh life is bigger It's bigger than you And you are not me The lengths that I will go to The distance in your eyes Oh no I've said too much I set it up That's me in the corner That's me in the spotlight Losing my religion Trying to keep up with you And I don't know if I can do it Oh no I've said too much I haven't said enough I thought that I heard …

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How One Pastor Re-Learned How to Engage Scripture With Mike O'Shea

2M ago

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In this episode of the Jesus Collective podcast, we sit with Dr. Mike O'Shea, Lead Pastor at Waterville Community Church and author of "All The Way Down: Rebuilding Christian Faith from the Rubble of Evangelicalism." Dr. O'Shea shares his journey from working in an international Evangelical mission organization to becoming a pastor helping people r…

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Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: Come As You Are 34:23

2M ago34:23

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Come as you are, as you were As I want you to be As a friend, as a friend As an old enemy Take your time, hurry up Choice is yours, don't be late Take a rest as a friend As an old Memoria Come doused in mud, soaked in bleach As I want you to be As a trend, as a friend As an old Memoria And I swear that I don't have a gun No I don't have a gun No I …

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Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: Shine 38:54

3M ago38:54

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Shine Collective Soul Give me a word Give me a sign Show me where to look Tell me, what will I find? What will I find? Lay me on the ground And fly me in the sky Show me where to look Tell me, what will I find? What will I find? Whoa, Heaven let your light shine down... Love is in the water Love is in the air Show me where to look Tell me, will lov…

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Telling a Better Gospel Story - Featuring Author Jonny Morrison

3M ago

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Many Christians—especially young Christians stepping into a world and a church devastated by division, scandal, and abuse—are asking the question: "What is the gospel?" and deciding that the gospel is not good news. For many, it seems like our faith has little to offer the world around us. Our gospel has become too small—it looks nothing like the J…

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Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: One Of Us 38:34

3M ago38:34

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If God had a name what would it be? And would you call it to his face? If you were faced with Him in all His glory What would you ask if you had just one question? And yeah, yeah, God is great Yeah, yeah, God is good Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah What if God was one of us? Just a slob like one of us Just a stranger on the bus Tryin' to make his way ho…

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God's Neighboring Presence 35:29

3M ago35:29

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The Word became flesh and blood and moved into the neighborhood to reveal God’s neighboring presence. God has joined us as us in order to rescue us and the world. The infinite took on the finite. Immortality took on mortality. The eternal took on the earthly. The God of creation moved into the neighborhoods of our creation in order to rebuild our n…

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Making Room for Grief with Leanne Friesen

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At Jesus Collective, we want to be a part of a movement that is trying to look more like Jesus in all things– and that even includes how we grieve. Author and pastor Leanne Friesen joins us to discuss her book ‘Grieving Room,’ inspired by the loss of her sister to cancer. Leanne challenges common notions about grief, advocating for authentic emoti…

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The Gospel as Rebirth 37:40

4M ago37:40

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When by the grace of God we realize that who we've become is not who we are supposed to be, the good news is this: We can put our trust in Jesus, be reborn, and begin the salvation journey of becoming the person we were always meant to be.By Brian Zahnd

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#144 – Jon Foreman: Leaving the Christian Label 55:24

4M ago55:24

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Listen to the Jon Foreman aftershow here. Jon Foreman of Switchfoot (link) discusses the journey of faith, doubt, and the rejection of labels. We delve into the topics of deconstruction, being hurt by people claiming Christianity, and the complexities of using “Christian” as an adjective. We also explore the idea of embracing community over tribali…

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The Gospel as Tragedy 31:46

4M ago31:46

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Can the gospel be told as a tragedy? Obviously. And it certainly was by the Apostles. Before we jump to the triumph of the resurrection we must first face the tragedy of the cross.By Brian Zahnd

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The Gospel as Comedy 34:45

4M ago34:45

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The gospel is the divine comedy that begins with a ninety-year-old woman having a baby and concludes with a slain lamb overcoming all the monsters of the abyss. This is the divine comedy we’re invited join by simply believing that Jesus is Lord, and the joke is on the devil.By Brian Zahnd

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#143 – Candida Moss (Part 2): Uncovering Biblical Authorship Mysteries 43:11

4M ago43:11

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss, a leading theology professor, returns for part two of our conversation, diving into her groundbreaking research on the manuscript traditions and writing processes of the New Testament. Discover how dictation, collaboration, and the roles of enslaved individuals shaped the creation of early Christian texts. Lea…

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The Gospel as Voyage and Return 37:43

4M ago37:43

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In a Voyage and Return story the central character travels out of their familiar, “everyday” surroundings into another world completely cut off from home. This other world is strange, different, exotic, and perhaps at first, exhilarating. But eventually a shadow intrudes. Things begin to change…for the worse. The traveler increasingly feels threate…

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The Gospel as the Quest 36:06

5M ago36:06

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"You seek a great fortune, you three who are now in chains. You will find a fortune—though it would not be the fortune you seek. But first, first you must travel—a long and difficult road, a road fraught with peril. You shall see things wonderful to tell. You shall see a cow on the roof of a cotton house, and oh, so many startlements. I cannot tell…

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The Gospel as Rags to Riches 33:05

5M ago33:05

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Rags to riches is the familiar story where we begin with an apparently ordinary, insignificant person, overlooked or even dismissed by everyone else, who suddenly takes center stage and is revealed to be someone quite extraordinary. And the greatest rags to riches story is the gospel story of Jesus of Nazareth.…

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#142 – Candida Moss (Part 1): Enslaved Authors of Christianity 44:00

5M ago44:00

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss is a leading theology professor, about her groundbreaking research on the enslaved Christians who helped create the New Testament. Discover how this reshapes our understanding of biblical inspiration, ancient authorship, and Christianity’s historical complicity in slavery. Get Candida's book God's Ghostwriters.…

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The Gospel as Overcoming the Monster 32:37

5M ago32:37

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The greatest stories, epics, and myths offer a profound insight into the deepest longings of the human heart, for as Ecclesiastes says, “God has placed eternity in their hearts.” In analyzing the great stories we discover that there are seven basic plots: Overcoming the Monster, Rags to Riches, The Quest, Voyage and Return, Comedy, Tragedy, and Reb…

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#141 – Rethinking the Tower of Babel 30:31

5M ago30:31

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To become a supporter of Almost Heretical and get more bonus episodes like this, click here: http://almostheretical.com/subscribe In this bonus episode of Almost Heretical, Nate Hanson and Shelby dive into the story of the Tower of Babel from Genesis 11. They discuss its significance, the cultural context, and various interpretations, including its…

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Lord of the Story 38:40

5M ago38:40

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The gospel is first and foremost a story—it’s the story of Israel, the story of Jesus, the story of God saving the world. And this story is what all the great stories in one way or another point to—because, indeed, Jesus Christ is Lord of the Story.By Brian Zahnd

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The Circle of Divine Love 34:42

5M ago34:42

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The unique way Christians talk about God is found in ancient language. We say God is a Holy Trinity. We believe the one true living God, the creator God, the God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob has been revealed in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. We believe in one God, one divine essence and substance in three persons…

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#140 – Frank Kenny: Unveiling the God of War 57:41

5M ago57:41

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Listen to the Frank Kenny after show! How has our understanding of God evolved over time? Nate & Shelby talk with Frank Kenny about his book, The God of War: How an Ancient God Shaped a Modern World (link), exploring the historical contexts and conflicts that have shaped modern Christianity. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretica…

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