Best Brad Moser Podcasts (2024)

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Interview w/Rob Bell about Where'd You Park Your Spaceship? 59:04

7M ago59:04

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Hey friends, check out this interview I had with #RobBell! We talk about his most recent book, Where'd You Park Your Spaceship?, Dill Tudd, Sigur Ros, Rafiki, Grief, and the writing/creative process!For Rob's Website: https://www.robbell.comFor John's Website: https://www.johnchaffee.comBy John Chaffee

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Dr. Jordan Daniel Wood On Maximus The Confessor 58:45

12M ago58:45

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This was a dense one! Dr. Wood adapted his Ph.D. dissertation into one of the most impressive, modern expositions on Maximus the Confessor. Maximus was a later Patristic of the early church and had his hand cut off and tongue cut out for how firmly he held to the logic of saying Jesus is the central logic (read: logos) of everything.He was incredib…

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Everyone And Everything Everywhere 18:55

1y ago18:55

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To learn more about what things I am up to, visit www.johnchaffee.comBy John Chaffee

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Interview With David Hayward aka @NakedPastor 50:31

1y ago50:31

50:31

This was a delightful interview for the Begin Again Podcast with David Hayward about the kind of work he does, being people who chose to take the Bible VERY seriously, what a healthy church looks like, having a spirituality not built upon fear, anger, or shame, Bible quotes we are not allowed to talk about in church and so much more.If you would li…

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Dr. Drew Moser, Author Of The Enneagram Of Discernment 47:24

1y ago47:24

47:24

Dr. Drew Moser is a professor at Taylor University in Indiana, author of The Enneagram of Discernment, father of 5, co-host of Fathoms Podcast, and so much more.This was a delightful conversation about his book on the Enneagram and how helpful it is, not only to young adults, but to anyone looking for ways to overcome being stuck in their decision-…

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Dr. Thomas Jay Oord On Process Theology 50:00

1y ago50:00

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Thomas Jay Oord is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. Oord is a best-selling and award-winning author, having written or edited more than twenty-five books. Academic Influence ranks him among the most influential theologians in the 21st century. Oord directs a doctoral program at Northwind Theological Seminary and…

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Brad Jersak, Author Of Out Of The Embers 58:28

1+ y ago58:28

58:28

Brad Jersak (www.bradjersak.com) is the Dean of Theology and Culture at St. Stephen's University (https://www.ssu.ca), and November 22nd is the release date of his newest book entitled, "Out of the Embers: Faith After the Great Deconstruction."He was such a delight to talk with and I believe that his book is one of the best, if not my favorite, on …

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Echoes Of Exile Or Exodus? 22:02

1+ y ago22:02

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Sign up for my free weekly email and get 4 FREE PDFs about life and faith and so much more: signup.johnchaffee.comBy John Chaffee

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I Am The River, I Am The Mountain 24:43

1+ y ago24:43

24:43

If you are interested in the weekly Monday email called, "Learning from the Mystics," you can learn more here: learningfromthemystics.johnchaffee.com.-And, if you are interested in the weekly Wednesday email called, "Musings of a Holy Fool," you can learn more here: musingsofaholyfool.johnchaffee.com…

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Terry Wildman On The First Nations Version 1:00:57

1+ y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Without a doubt, this was one of the most fun and humble and exciting interviews I have ever done. Terry Wildman is the point man behind the First Nations Version: An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament.Terry was so gracious as to talk with me for a full hour and we discussed not using the word "God" in the translation, Rabbis as "wisdom-ke…

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Shane Claibourne On The Constitution As "Inspired" 52:24

1+ y ago52:24

52:24

Shane and I sat down to talk about how Rusty Bowers, a witness of one of the January 6th hearings, referenced the Constitution as "inspired." Of course, this led to a further discussion about faith and politics, a conversation that goes all the way back to Constantinian times and the start of the Church's seduction to political power. It was a grea…

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Keith Giles, Author Of Sola Mysterium 1:01:40

2y ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Keith Giles is an author of numerous books, a former Southern Baptist pastor, and currently lives in Texas with his wife. He has multiple podcasts and started a home church in which all tithing goes directly to local charities. His personal mantra and mission statement is: "I introduce Christians to Jesus." How fantastic is that? In this episode we…

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From the Radio to the TV to the Internet 35:23

2y ago35:23

35:23

What does it look like to have a Christianity that is anchored in the best of the old while integrating the best of the new?Check out my website at www.johnchaffee.com!By John Chaffee

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Shane Claiborne On Faith, Politics And Repentance 41:48

2y ago41:48

41:48

Shane Claiborne is one of the founders of https://www.redletterchristians.org, an organization based out of Philly that emphases the "red letters of Jesus." He is the author of many books and frequently travels the US to speak at churches and rallies and more. Shane clearly has a Franciscan heart in today's world and has settled into being a great …

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Alexander John Shaia On John's Gospel And The Fourfold Path 45:31

2y ago45:31

45:31

Alexander John Shaia is a renowned author and speaker on Christian spirituality, psychology and is a self-proclaimed "ritual nerd." It was a privilege and a joy to talk with him seeing as his work has expanded my own heart, mind and soul so very much. To see more of what he is about, check out www.quadratos.com.-For John's Website: www.johnchaffee.…

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Brian Zahnd On American Christianity, Saints And Guns 37:03

2y ago37:03

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Brian Zahnd is the senior pastor of Word of Life Church (www.wolc.com) in St. Joseph, Missouri. He is the author of a number of books, all of which can be found on Amazon. His personal website is www.brianzahnd.com.For more, check out John's website: www.johnchaffee.comTo sign up for his weekly email: signup.johnchaffee.com…

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Cameron Trimble On The Great Unveiling 43:53

2y ago43:53

43:53

It was a joy and a privilege to talk with Cameron Trimble! Cameron is a serial entrepreneur committed to the triple bottom line – a concern for people, progress and the planet. Driven by an adventurous spirit, she runs businesses and NGO organizations, both secular and faith-based. She serves as a consultant, a frequent speaker on national speaking…

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Holy Anger Is Healthy Lament 40:56

2y ago40:56

40:56

As a result of recent news, I was experiencing some heavy anger... and I don't think it was unjustified. The things I saw and the things that I read about actively led me to become angry over the injustices of the world... and I believe that we perhaps need to come to a better understanding of anger. So buckle up, in this one we are going to talk a…

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The One For Thru-Hikers This Year On The AT 19:35

2y ago19:35

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This one is a straight up shout out and encouragement for all the thru-hikers on the AT this year. I met a good number of you at Trail Days in Damascus, VA last week, and I hope we stay in touch. Please share this with any other thru-hikers that listen to podcasts. Just trying to pay forward the good times. Remember, "Last one to Katahdin wins!"---…

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Thich Nhat Hanh's Advice For Christians 23:27

2y ago23:27

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This week I thought it would be great to share with you two lengthier quotes from Thich Nhat Hanh's Living Buddha, Living Christ. TNH was good friends with the Catholic monk, Thomas Merton, and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by his friend, MLK Jr. I believe that it is helpful to be inspired by what is good, beautiful, true and loving in so…

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Your Work Is Not Their Work, And Their Work Is Not Yours 32:43

2y ago32:43

32:43

I want to share with you a personal story of mine from 10 years ago, what it taught me, and then shift to talking about Luke 13, Ram Dass, and doing your own self-work.-Check out my website and sign up for the free weekly email: www.johnchaffee.com-Also check out a paid email subscription I do every Monday that is a devotional reflection on another…

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Bouncers And Bellhops 36:14

2y ago36:14

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Bouncers and Bellhops. Interesting title, right? It's all about you and the life of faith.Sign up for John's Weekly Email Here ---> signup.johnchaffee.comSign up for the Learning from the Mystics Email Here ---> learningfromthemystics.johnchaffee.comSocial Media: @thatjohnchaffeeBy John Chaffee

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The Re-Insurrection Of Jesus 23:45

2y ago23:45

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Happy Easter, y'all! Here is a straight up sermon about Jesus being a "True Rebel" and how we are invited to be "True Rebels" in his footsteps. Have a wonderful day!signup.johnchaffee.comBy John Chaffee

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Brian McLaren, Author Of Do I Stay Christian? 39:46

2y ago39:46

39:46

Brian McLaren (http://brianmclaren.net) is the author of an upcoming book entitled, "Do I Stay Christian?" The book is broken up into three parts: No, Yes and How. It gives an honest look at the reasons why someone might want to leave Christianity, reasons why someone might want to stay, and some perspectives on how someone might choose to stay. So…

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Bonhoeffer Says To Live In The World 28:57

2y ago28:57

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This past week I happened to come across a particular quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer that I first highlighted years ago. Bonhoeffer is a fantastic Christian ethicist, pastor, and figure of Church history. So here is an episode devoted to what he had to say about living in an already reconciled world.For more, check out www.JohnChaffee.com and be su…

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The One About Hallways 33:20

2y ago33:20

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Been on a kick the past week about "liminal spaces", the in-between spaces, seasons between the seasons of life, etc. Apparently, this is where learning and growth happen the most. So let's chat through some insights about that.To sign up for my email list mentioned at the beginning, check out www.johnchaffee.com…

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The Least, Last, Lost, Latest And The Late 29:16

2y ago29:16

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This most recent episode is all about the book of James saying that showing favoritism actually discredits for him whether or not someone is following the Way of Jesus. To show partiality to the greatest, the first, the never lost, never victimized and the robust is still giving into the old formula of religion. I hope this one challenges you in th…

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Non-Judgment Day Is Near 31:21

2y ago31:21

31:21

Interested by that title? This one might get me in some heat but its okay, the Good News is supposed to be Good News, not Good Advice. Perhaps this one will invite you to "begin again" about how you think about Judgment Day... because what if God has good, and true, and beautiful, and loving things planned for us?Check out my website at www.johncha…

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Suzanne Stabile, Author Of The Journey Toward Wholeness 43:44

2y ago43:44

43:44

Suzanne Stabile is a master enneagram teacher that often brings it alongside other topics and themes that you may not immediately associate with the enenneagram. Her most recent book, The Journey Toward Wholeness focuses on what she considers is the untapped wisdom of the enneagram to help people be transformed (which for her, is NOT the same thing…

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Dr. Jerome Lubbe, Author Of The Brain Based Enneagram 52:03

2y ago52:03

52:03

My goodness, this was an ABSOLUTE gift being able to talk with Dr. Jerome Lubbe. He is an accomplished doctor, author and family man. In this, we chat through neuroscience, the enneagram, growth mindsets, and more. Hands down I look forward to the day I can take this guy out for a cup of coffee in person. I hope you enjoy listening to this!If you a…

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Rev. Randy Van Osten Of Lighthouse Community Center 48:17

2y ago48:17

48:17

This episode was a real treat. I've been a long time fan of this guy since being in seminary together... the Very Reverend Randy van Osten (van Awesome). Randy is a fantastic and stand up gentleman with the heart of a lion (and the mane to match it). A family man, pastor, and dreamer, Randy embodies for me and enacts what a good pastor can be when …

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I Quit My Church Job To Try And Better Follow Jesus 26:40

2y ago26:40

26:40

Don't worry. It's all good. Nothing but gratitude for all that brought me to this point. This is just to invite you into what I will try to do next. Sometimes it's just time to grow, even if it isn't "good timing."Join my email list by checking out the link: simplesignup.johnchaffee.comBy John Chaffee

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Oh Holy Night - The Abolitionist Hymn 25:01

2+ y ago25:01

25:01

I think the title says all you need to know, but stay to the end, because there is a humble surprise for you...To check out more from John, check out these links:Website - johnchaffee.comTwitter and Instagram - @thatjohnchaffeeEmail List - https://newsletter.johnchaffee.com/By John Chaffee

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Meta-Meta-Meta 32:29

2+ y ago32:29

32:29

The word "metanoia", which is often translated as "repent" is better understood as "change your mind." So, let's chat through the life of Peter, and chat through what it means to constantly be "changing our minds" all life long.In this episode I also reference Teilhard de Chardin on the Gospels by Louis Savary. It's a fantastic and thought provokin…

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Thomas Merton And Deep Seeing 37:37

2+ y ago37:37

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On the 53rd anniversary of Thomas Merton's death, let's chat through contemplation, deep seeing, activism, false religion vs true religion, and learning to look at the world the same way that God might.To check out more from John, check out...Website - johnchaffee.comTwitter and Instagram - @thatjohnchaffeeEmail List - https://newsletter.johnchaffe…

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Brian Zahnd On When Everything's On Fire 43:23

2+ y ago43:23

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On this episode we have one of my own personal pastoral and theological heroes, Brian Zahnd. He is the founding pastor of Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri and recently launched his most recent book, When Everything's on Fire: Faith Forged From the Ashes. We chat through some of the chapters of the book, talk about influences of the Cloud…

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It's About More Than Just Loaves And Fishes 28:15

3y ago28:15

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Let's look at the feeding of the 5,000 in the Gospel of Matthew... from two perspectives: The Miraculous and the Materialist. Whether you consider yourself religious or not, I think you will be able to glean something from this. Plus, if we are honest, we all have both of those worldviews in us to some degree or another.johnchaffee.carrd.co…

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Neither East Nor West 23:09

3y ago23:09

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Over the years I have had a number of conversations that stop short as a result of starting to sound too "Eastern" in my understanding of spirituality. So, reflecting on that experience, I thought it might be good to explore the differences to spirituality in the East and the West and see what kind of path forward there might be. Because, after all…

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10 Commitments of a Growth Mindset 34:18

3y ago34:18

34:18

The other day, I was working on a word document about 10 Commitments of a growth mindset. It takes conscious thought to keep growing, it doesn't happen accidentally, but it can be accelerated by being mindful of how to go about it. I thought I would share the draft version of the 10 Commitments (since it will likely keep evolving). So, here it is, …

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The "Turf War" On Healing 26:37

3y ago26:37

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-Borne out of some discussions I recently had over the Dark Night of the Soul, a recent Facebook post, and more, let's chat about the "Turf War" that need not exist between spirituality and therapy/psychology.And, if you are so inclined, give a review on iTunes for a potential shoutout in a later episode. Not to mention, join my email list below.Mo…

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Julius Spradley Of Contemplative Icons 42:10

3y ago42:10

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I came across the work of Julius Spradley of Contemplative Icons on social media. Iconography is an art form of depicting different saints and church figures, that is rooted in being theologically accurate and symbolic more than Renaissance realism might attempt. As a fan of iconography myself, I thought, "Why not reach out and see if he would be w…

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Kris Cook, Kierkegaard And Purity Of Heart 58:37

3y ago58:37

58:37

Kris Cook is a NJ born and raised CMA pastor and missionary now living in Bordeaux, France along with his family. I've known him for nearly 15 years and is equal parts devoted to the Christian path as well as being an intellectual in his own right. Having read the entire catalog of Soren Kierkegaard, Kris was the perfect person to talk about Kierke…

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Book Review Of The Change Code By Monica Bourgeau 17:57

3y ago17:57

17:57

This is a great primer/introduction into Spiral Dynamics and how it can be used to help one another and our communities to grow. Its a fantastic and helpful read for anyone. Check it out on Amazon.johnchaffee.carrd.coBy John Chaffee

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Josh Saunders Has Seen Burnout Up Close 51:22

3y ago51:22

51:22

Josh Saunders is a fantastic guy. He has been learning a lot as a result of some experiences in Montana with people in ministry or non-profit burnout as well as currently being a theology and psychology program in Washington state. Enjoy!For all websites and contact info: www.johnchaffee.card.coBy John Chaffee

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Steve Chaffee Talks about 4 Views of Science And Religion 36:49

3y ago36:49

36:49

Steve Chaffee is a youth minister in Edinburgh, Scotland and holds two masters degrees. The second of which is an emphasis on Science and Religion, which makes him more than qualified to talk about how we might think Science and Religion should relate to one another. Enjoy!Click here for all contact info and websites:www.johnchaffee.carrd.co…

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The Harrowing of Hell 14:20

3y ago14:20

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Happy Easter, y'all! I hope this finds you well, and that it is something of a breath of fresh air for you this Easter 2021!www.johnchaffee.carrd.coBy John Chaffee

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Why The Name Change? 8:34

3y ago8:34

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https://johnchaffee.carrd.co/By John Chaffee

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Marty Talks About Learning On The Jesus Path 56:02

3y ago56:02

56:02

Marty is a reading and literacy specialist with two masters and a PhD. She also happens to be my wonderful Mom. In this, she breaks down the three types of learning before we shift into talking about how church culture and mentorship could utilize the insights of education to help people better understand how learning happens across the lifetime of…

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Roadmaps (Pt.4) - My Expectations, Ours And God's 34:03

3y ago34:03

34:03

I am VERY happy with this one. Not going to lie. I was absolutely excited to share how I have come to understand pre-conventional, conventional and post-conventional Christianity. Enjoy.https://johnchaffee.carrd.co/FREE 8 Week Video Series on 8 Definitions of Sin from Church History: https://astounding-artist-3034.ck.page/4645ccb04f…

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Roadmaps (Pt. 3) - The Biblical Journey 26:06

3y ago26:06

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The ordering of the books of the Bible, which can be divided into 5 main categories, are ordered in a way that matches how we grow through our own understanding of the faith journey. By looking at these 5 main categories, we can find a "roadmap" through the 5 main ways of thinking about faith.https://johnchaffee.carrd.co/FREE 8 Week Video Series on…

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