Best Oh God Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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S8 Ep1 Football, Faith and Fighting Worthy Opponents- Bryan Schwartz 1:39:39

4d ago1:39:39

1:39:39

As a second round draft pick in 1995 for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Bryan was living his dream of moving off the farm and making a name for himself. Although his successful NFL career gave him power, prestige, and popularity, his unprocessed hurt and pain manifested in a near breakdown on the golf course and his pregnant wife gave him an ultimatum -…

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Special Episode: Cheryl Mendes-Ellis: Love After Losing a Spouse 41:19

11M ago41:19

41:19

As a former Navy Sailor, Cheryl was a tough, strong person who loved her work, but when her husband died unexpectedly her tough exterior was shattered. She became absorbed in her work as a way to forget her pain and distanced herself from everybody until she realized she needed Jesus to move on. She had always known Jesus but after her loss, she ex…

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We're Taking a Sabbatical 13:12

2+ y ago13:12

13:12

Hosts Madi and Rebes announce a brief pause of the podcast as they discern their next steps.

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Hot or Not: Mega Conferences 43:09

2+ y ago43:09

43:09

In this episode, Madi and Rebes discuss their feelings around Mega Conferences and dive into the backlash from Passion 2022. Listen in as they discuss both positive and negative examples of Mega Conferences and the need for greater accountability to prevent harm.

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A Convo with Connor Wright 36:28

3y ago36:28

36:28

Host Madi sits down with her friend Connor as he shares his experience within the church. Connor talks about growing up in the church, his almost-career in ministry, and where he now lands in his faith.

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Faith Deconstruction 49:32

3y ago49:32

49:32

In this episode, Madi and Rebes break down faith deconstruction. They explore different definitions and faith models such as: order, disorder and reorder. Listen in to learn how we can move forward with a more vibrant re-constructed faith. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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The Wonder of It All 51:58

3y ago51:58

51:58

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk through their New Years resolutions. They explore what it means to have a year full of wonder, and share some fun stories along the way. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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It's Christmas, Incarnate 47:52

3y ago47:52

47:52

Merry Christmas! In this special holiday episode, Madi and Rebes reflect on their favorite Christmas memories and share what this day means to them. They spend time talking about the significance of Jesus' human body and how that impacts how we may view ourselves. Madi also shares a holiday exercise in self-love for all to try. Plus, Rebes makes a …

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11 - Tout le monde peut-il fêter Noël ? 8:50

3y ago8:50

8:50

Tout le monde peut-il fêter Noël ? Que célèbrent les chrétiens à Noël ? Et ceux qui ont une autre religion ? Et ceux qui sont athées ? Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est quoi le ramadan ? A quel moment sait-on qu’on est croyant ? Pour y répondre, des jeunes croy…

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Jesus Christ SuperSTAR 46:18

3y ago46:18

46:18

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about the story of the Wisemen, and how astrology can impact our understanding of the Nativity. Listen in to learn how we can rethink astrology as a spiritual practice. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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10- Quels sont les points communs entre les religions ? 10:33

3y ago10:33

10:33

Que partagent-elles ? Des fêtes, des figures, des valeurs ? Et jusqu’où ? Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est quoi le ramadan ? A quel moment sait-on qu’on est croyant ? Pour y répondre, des jeunes croyants et non-croyants, engagés au sein de l’association Coexis…

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9- Pourquoi raccourcit-on le pénis des nouveau-nés musulmans et juifs ? 6:54

3y ago6:54

6:54

Quelle est la signification de la circoncision ? Qu’en disent les juifs ? Et les musulmans ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « …

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Rethinking Thanksgiving 54:51

3y ago54:51

54:51

In this episode, Madi and Rebes break down the history of our Thanksgiving holiday. They talk about the implications of our historical interpretation, and break down what it means to approach decolonization as a spiritual practice.

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8- Quelqu’un a-t-il la preuve que Dieu existe ? 10:54

3y ago10:54

10:54

Quelle est la différence entre croire et savoir ? Les sciences et les religions sont-elles forcément opposées ? Et a-t-on besoin de preuve ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycé…

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S7 - Special Episode - Obedience Into Rest 27:37

3y ago27:37

27:37

Hang with your hosts Hollis and Lori in this special mini-episode. We discuss what is happening in this season in our lives, the closeness we feel with the Lord and how our obedience to God is impacting the podcast. As we explore the theme of obedience toward God, we discover that God can call us to rest and He can also force us to rest. Hear how w…

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7 - Faire l'amour, est-ce un péché ? 7:13

3y ago7:13

7:13

- Est-ce que faire l’amour est un péché ? Que disent les textes religieux ? Faut-il les interpréter avec les yeux d’aujourd’hui ? Et comment ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croit, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des ly…

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TV Theology: Mike Flannigan 54:29

3y ago54:29

54:29

Have you ever thought about the way stories can influence our theology? In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about their love of Mike Flannigan's story telling through Netflix's The Haunting Series (Hill House and Bly Manor) and Midnight Mass. There is so much we can learn about life, death, grief, love, and sacrifice through these shows. This epis…

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6- Est-il interdit de porter un signe religieux dans la rue ? 4:34

3y ago4:34

4:34

Que dit la loi ? Peut-on garantir la liberté de croire et celle de ne pas croire ? Et comment ? Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est quoi le ramadan ? A quel moment sait-on qu’on est croyant ? Pour y répondre, des jeunes croyants et non-croyants, engagés au sein d…

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S7 Ep12 - Following God Through America’s National Parks - Nick Lemerand 1:01:56

3y ago1:01:56

1:01:56

When his original desire to be a meteorologist turned to campus ministry, and then those doors started closing, Nick continued to follow God’s prompting with enthusiasm. He found God calling Him into ministry in the wild of America’s National Parks. From Death Valley, to the Grand Canyon during Covid, Nick experienced a personal spiritual darkness …

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Highway to Hell 47:20

3y ago47:20

47:20

What we believe about Hell is not necessarily what is in the Bible. In this episode, Madi and Rebes discuss the evolution of Christian belief in the afterlife. Join us for this two-part series on the afterlife and what we believe today.Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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Heaven is a Place on Earth 1:00:21

3y ago1:00:21

1:00:21

What we believe about Heaven is not necessarily what is in the Bible. In this episode, Madi and Rebes discuss the evolution of Christian belief in the afterlife. Join us for this two part series on the afterlife and what we believe today. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep11 - A Deeper Faith After Losing A Child - Barrett Miller 56:00

3y ago56:00

56:00

Faith can be tested in many ways; and if we are not secure or mature in our faith we can lose it. Fortunately for Barrett Miller, having cancer at age 32 did not shake her faith. However, years later when she lost her son in a tragic accident, she was confronted with the reality that she did not have the relationship with God that she thought. As G…

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Crystals, Tarot and Jesus? Oh, My! 1:03:49

3y ago1:03:49

1:03:49

Ever wondered about the intersections between Christian traditions, and the practices seen in spiritual, non-Christian communities? In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about the parallels between spiritual practice and Christian tradition. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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Fantastic Beasts of the Bible 55:06

3y ago55:06

55:06

The Bible is full of fantastic, seemingly unreal creatures. In this episode, Madi and Rebes explore 5 biblical creatures and some possibilities for how they came to be. This is likely our funniest episode yet - so get ready!Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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BONUS - Missionary Pastor Shares How His Church Is Assisting Evacuees From Afghanistan - Paul Traver 52:18

3y ago52:18

52:18

On August 24, Hollis interviewed Missionary Pastor Paul Traver for the Oh My God Is Awesome Membership. In a rare moment in history, Paul shares how his church and community are supporting Afghanistan evacuees on America’s largest foreign military base in Kaiserslautern Germany. From stories of Afghan babies being born inside the airplanes as they …

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Pro-Life / Pro-Choice 1:17:48

3y ago1:17:48

1:17:48

TW: Abortion. In the episode, Madi and Rebes discuss the context and history of abortions in the U.S. They share some how morality and Christian thought has changed drastically in the progressive era and again in the late 1970s. We believe that this is a very complex, important issue in need of productive conversations where we listen to all sides …

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S7 Ep10 - Planting Seeds & Going Deep: Sometimes God is Just Waiting For Us To Move - Jill Engel 52:48

3y ago52:48

52:48

The metaphor of planting and harvesting is one many are familiar with - seeds are sown, tended to and eventually a harvest is produced. But when God is the planter with a grand design, it can be hard as the reluctant farmer to know just what is growing and when to actually take action and harvest! Such was the case in Jill's career path with all it…

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It’s The Mental Health For Me 57:05

3y ago57:05

57:05

In the episode, Madi and Rebes discuss the relationship between the church and mental health. They share some of their own mental health journey, and leave some tips for leaders looking to better support the people they serve. Get connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep9 - Lifted From The Rut: Life After Addiction And Prison - Rob Lohman 1:23:30

3y ago1:23:30

1:23:30

Alcohol was always around Rob from a young age, even at youth group and church functions. So when his insecurity as a teen increased, so did his consumption, which eventually led to a drug and alcohol addiction, as well as gambling. For over a decade Rob lived a life away from God, until he could no longer ignore God’s clear messages that it was ti…

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Getting Emotionally Healthy with Rev. Charity Goodwin 43:46

3+ y ago43:46

43:46

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about emotional health with Rev. Charity Goodwin. Listen in to hear about the importance of community when healing from wounds. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep8 - A Public Speaker With A Speech Impediment Helps Others Share Their Stories - Monica Miller 49:08

3+ y ago49:08

49:08

Although she grew up with a speech impediment, Monica was never aware of it or felt different from other children. She did, however, realize at a young age that she saw the world differently, which enabled her to challenge the status quo. This manifested in the desire to have her own business at age 12, after coming from a long line of blue-collar …

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All The Feelings 53:27

3+ y ago53:27

53:27

In this episode, Madi and Rebes answer questions around coping with the anger and grief that come with the deconstruction process. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep7 - How A Season In The Desert Disrupted Her Picture Perfect Christian Life - Emily Copeland 1:00:41

3+ y ago1:00:41

1:00:41

As a young woman from the midwest, Emily had everything she ever dreamed a Christian could have - a pastor for a husband, beautiful children, a ministry of her own, a tight community in her home church, living in sunny southern California, amazing friends, wonderful church leaders as mentors... and then everything changed. After being betrayed by t…

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HospitaliTEA 44:12

3+ y ago44:12

44:12

In this episode, Madi and Rebes discuss their feelings around church hospitality. Listen in to learn how to practice every day hospitality and create welcoming, inclusive spaces.Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep6 - Learning To Link The “God-Winks” - Pete Wilson 1:06:16

3+ y ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Although Pete grew up in a very conservative Baptist church akin to that in the movie “Footloose” and didn’t care for its strict nature, he kept feeling called to ministry. He fought against it for a while, but God was closing all other doors and ministry was the only thing that kept working for him. He finally started a church his senior year in c…

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Big Church Energy 52:11

3+ y ago52:11

52:11

In this episode, Madi and Rebes discuss their feelings around Mega Churches. Listen in as they discuss both positive and negative examples of Mega Churches and the need for greater accountability to prevent harm. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep5 - Turning A First Responder's PTSD Into Hope For His Peers - Rich Alvarez 57:25

3+ y ago57:25

57:25

In his career as a police officer & corrections officer, Rich Alvarez has had many near death experiences including escaping gunfire and being choked to near death by an assailant. As a victim of attempted murder, his own suicide attempts, surviving detox from drinking, weaning off mental health medications and being imprisoned himself, it's clear …

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Let's Get Missional, Missional 53:32

3+ y ago53:32

53:32

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about mission trips and the harm that can be done by them. Listen in to reframe how we view evangelism and discuss how we can begin to do mission work without causing harm. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep4 - PART 2 - Redeeming a Rebellious Spirit Into Sobriety After Being Entangled In A Cycle Of Sin - Bethany Mingione 52:19

3+ y ago52:19

52:19

PART 2 - Rebellion. Drug addiction. Alcoholism. Sexual assault. Dating a drug dealer. Dating a hit-man. Relapse. Jail. DUI. Stealing pills. Exotic dancing. Self-harm. Mental health issues. Multiple overdoses. Divorce. Manipulation. Intervention. Child Protective Services. Suicidal ideation. Compulsive thinking. Double-life. Detox. Rehab. Deception.…

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S7 Ep4 - PART 1 - Redeeming a Rebellious Spirit Into Sobriety After Being Entangled In A Cycle Of Sin - Bethany Mingione 1:03:23

3+ y ago1:03:23

1:03:23

PART 1 - Rebellion. Drug addiction. Alcoholism. Sexual assault. Dating a drug dealer. Dating a hit-man. Relapse. Jail. DUI. Stealing pills. Exotic dancing. Self-harm. Mental health issues. Multiple overdoses. Divorce. Manipulation. Intervention. Child Protective Services. Suicidal ideation. Compulsive thinking. Double-life. Detox. Rehab. Deception.…

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Growing up in Southern Christianity (with Zac) 1:04:17

3+ y ago1:04:17

1:04:17

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk with Zac, about his experience growing up in southern Christianity. Listen in to hear Zac's story and the importance of questioning your faith in order to grow deeper.Get Connected: Website | Patreon | Instagram | Twitterhttps://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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BONUS - First Anniversary Celebration Of The Podcast 1:03:02

3+ y ago1:03:02

1:03:02

In this Bonus episode, we are celebrating the first birthday of the Oh My God Pod! In this episode you'll hear the following: 1. Personal reflections on the past year from the co-hosts Hollis and Lori. 2. Two past guests share what has happened in their lives since their episodes aired and how sharing their God stories has impacted their lives. 3. …

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Oh Darwin, My Darwin 52:55

3+ y ago52:55

52:55

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about our relationship to evolution. Listen in to take a deep dive into U.S. history and the church’s involvement in the evolution conversation. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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S7 Ep3 - God's Healing Through Domestic and Sexual Abuse - Megan Stewart 1:26:46

3+ y ago1:26:46

1:26:46

Many kids who grow up in faith simply go through the motions, so when they reach adolescence the ways of the world can create their identity versus them finding their identity in Christ. Megan fell into this trap and sought validation through her popularity and the attention she got from boys. As a young woman, she was seduced by a man who abused h…

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In The Beginning, God Recycled 1:00:58

3+ y ago1:00:58

1:00:58

In this episode, Madi and Rebes talk about our relationship to the environment. Listen in to take a deep dive into the creation stories in Genesis, and discuss how we can begin to better care for the world around us. Get Connected: https://www.ohgodpod.com/quick-links

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5- C'est quoi shabbat ? 9:38

3+ y ago9:38

9:38

C’est quoi shabbat ? Un temps de repos ? Une fête ? Un moment de prières ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croie, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est quoi le ramadan ? A quel moment sait-on qu’on est croyant ? Pour y …

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4- Est-ce que tout le monde peut dire wallah ? 10:09

3+ y ago10:09

10:09

On peut dire « wallah» si on est chrétien ? Mais que signifie vraiment ce mot ? Peut-on jurer quand on est croyant ? Et sur la tête de qui ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croie, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est q…

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3- Peut-on se marier avec une personne d'une religion différente ? 13:24

3+ y ago13:24

13:24

Peut-on se marier avec une personne de religion différente ? Que disent les textes religieux ? La différence de convictions est-elle un obstacle ? Ou une richesse ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croie, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si o…

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S7 Ep2 - From Culture Clash To Licensed Counselor - Nayla Festa 1:04:55

3+ y ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Growing up in a culture that was different from her Lebanese immigrant parents, Nayla struggled to balance the worlds of her family, their church and as an American teen. The bond between her and her family was both a blessing and a burden and she struggled as a young woman to make decisions about her medical treatments that ultimately led to a tot…

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1- C'est quoi le ramadan ? 10:56

3+ y ago10:56

10:56

C’est quoi le ramadan ? Une fête ? Un mois de partage ? Un effort ? Un moment de ressourcement ? Oh My God !, c’est le podcast qui fait parler des religions. Qu’on y croie, ou pas ! Oh My God répond aux questions des lycéens sur les religions. Est-ce qu’on peut dire « wallah » si on est chrétien ? C’est quoi le ramadan ? A quel moment sait-on qu’on…

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