Best John W. Richter Podcasts (2024)

1
S01:E12 Deborah: Exceptional, Not an Exception w/ Sandra Richter 1:08:17

1h ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Deborah, a prominent figure in the book of Judges, challenges the perception that women are only in the text because there are no good men available. In a male-dominated society, Deborah's leadership and influence as a judge for over 40 years is exceptional. She is one of the few judges in the Old Testament who is also titled as a prophet, highligh…

1
S01:E11 Jonah for Normal People w/ Jared Byas 1:06:29

4d ago1:06:29

1:06:29

In this conversation, Daniel Rogers, Kyler Burk, and Jared Byas discuss the book of Jonah and how it should be interpreted. They explore the idea that Jonah may not be a historically accurate tale, but rather a work of satire, parody, or allegory. They highlight clues within the text, such as hyperbole and the use of different literary styles, that…

1
S01:E10 Paul Preached Jesus in Acts 17, Not Baptism 42:16

8d ago42:16

42:16

In this episode, Daniel and Kyler discuss Acts 17 and the different perceptions of God in Greek thought. They explore the idea of an abstract, impersonal deity and the Stoic belief in a withdrawn and indifferent God. They highlight how Jesus, through the Incarnation, challenges these views and reveals a God who is compassionate, loving, and present…

1
S01:E09 Did Peter Preach Baptism in Acts 2 and Acts 10? 1:14:02

15d ago1:14:02

1:14:02

In this episode, Daniel and Kyler discuss the emphasis on the Holy Spirit and the inclusivity of all people in the outpouring of the Spirit. The sermon in Acts 2 is examined, focusing on the resurrection of Jesus and his exaltation as Lord and Messiah. They discuss the significance of baptism and the baptism of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the tra…

1
S01:E08 How to Relate to God as Father w/ William Paul Young 1:02:34

22d ago1:02:34

1:02:34

In this conversation, Daniel Rogers interviews William Paul Young, the author of The Shack. They discuss the imagery of God as Father and why some people struggle with this concept. Young explains that many people have difficulty with the Father imagery because of negative experiences with their own fathers. He emphasizes that God as Father is a me…

1
S01:E07 "Rethinking God with Tacos" w/ Jason Clark 58:56

1M ago58:56

58:56

In this episode, Daniel and Kyler have a conversation with author, podcast host, and all around great guy Jason Clark of "Rethinking God with Tacos." We talk about "Leaving and Finding Jesus", living "from" and not "to" God, and how our mind is renewed through encountering God's kindness through Jesus. We discuss our backgrounds and experiences wit…

1
S01:E06 "The Great Search" w/ John Philip Newell 1:01:08

1M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

In this episode, Daniel and John Philip Newell discuss his new book "The Great Search." They explore original goodness, Celtic Christianity, and how all of us have a longing for Love, Peace, and a place to call home. Preorder "The Great Search" today: https://www.earthandsoul.org/ Subscribe to my substack for weekly posts: https://danielcrogers.sub…

1
S01:E05 Why Christian Unity Matters w/ Kyler Burk 36:00

2M ago36:00

36:00

This is a follow up of the last episode (Season 1: Episode 4). In this episode, Daniel and Kyler discuss how Kyler's new perspective on God and life has lead him to seek fellowship with Christians of other denominations. Subscribe to my substack for weekly posts: https://danielcrogers.substack.com Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (an…

1
S01:E04 How This Podcast Changed My Life w/ Kyler Burk 1:02:48

2M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

In this podcast, Daniel talks with Kyler Burk, a listener of Exploring Faith, Pursuing Grace. Kyler began listening to the podcast after reading Daniel's book "How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven." Through the podcast, he learned about grace, mercy, and the love of God. Here's here now to tell his story. Subscribe to my…

1
S01:E03 Life After Doom w/ Brian McLaren 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

In this podcast, Daniel and Brian McLaren talk about his new book "Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart." You can find details about it here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/194534247-life-after-doom Subscribe to my substack for weekly posts: https://danielcrogers.substack.com Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new …

1
S01:S02 Re-enchanting the Text w/ Dr. Cheryl Bridges Johns 56:15

2M ago56:15

56:15

In this podcast, Daniel talks with Dr. Cheryl Bridges Johns about her recent book "Re-enchanting the Text: Discovering the Bible as Sacred, Dangerous, and Mysterious." Follow Cheryl on Twitter: https://x.com/cb_johns Order Re-enchanting the Text: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59867326-re-enchanting-the-text Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Subsc…

1
S01:E01 Podcast Updates, Free Will, and Humility 23:48

3M ago23:48

23:48

Want to be on the podcast? Know someone who does? Just want to chat through Zoom about your faith journey without an audience? Use this link: https://calendly.com/danielcr2011/90min Subscribe to my substack for weekly posts: https://danielcrogers.substack.com Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learn…

1
E120: Holy Ghosted w/ Tiffany Yecke Brooks 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Tiffany Yecke Brooks is back on EFPG to talk about her new book Holy Ghosted (available April 16!). In this podcast, Tiffany and Daniel talk about spiritual anxiety, shame, and how to reread passages that have been sources of shame for us in the past. Holy Ghosted: Spiritual Anxiety, Religious Trauma, and the Language of Abuse: Order at a Bookstore…

1
E119: Where’d You Park Your Interview w/ Rob Bell 54:21

9M ago54:21

54:21

Watch the video interview here: https://youtu.be/4hfxNUALIBY Daniel and Rob talk spaceships, setups, threads, and the answers that are already within each of us. Get the book, audiobook, merch, etc. at https://robbell.com/ Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to He…

1
What is a Lectionary? And Other Updates 17:54

10M ago17:54

17:54

Follow my writings at https://danielcrogers.substack.com Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven Daniel's blog: https://danielr.net Daniel's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DanielRogers Daniel's Church Home: https://northbroadal.com…

1
Complete Season Five 5:07:53

11M ago5:07:53

5:07:53

By John Richter

1
510 - Arrival 30:01

11M ago30:01

30:01

The remainders of the human race attempt three simultaneous landings on the surface of Mars. Starring: Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Deanna Beaton (Neda Morozev) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette) Luke Steingruby (Sgt. Damian Collins) Jaysen C…

1
509 - Dispatch 41:50

11M ago41:50

41:50

Crews on Mars and in orbit launch supply drop operations, and prepare for the most challenging operations of their lives. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Jaysen Cryer (Pete Ross) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette) Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Dustin Weiskop…

1
508 - Orbit 39:15

11M ago39:15

39:15

Friends old and new reunite in Martian orbit, while Captain Paul Kirsch prepares to lead a one-way mission to intercept the Mars-bound comet. Starring: Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Jaysen Cryer (Pete Ross) Du…

1
Solo E17: A Guy With a Beard and a Boat 27:11

11M ago27:11

27:11

If all life is sacred, and if murder is intentionally taking the life of an innocent human being, and if babies are sinless (my tradition rejections original sin), then was the flood not God intentionally taking the lives of every human on earth including the innocent human babies? What do we do with this? https://danielcrogers.substack.com Daniel'…

1
507 - Simulations 39:45

11M ago39:45

39:45

The Mars-bound refugees struggle against the clock to train for the most difficult operation of their lives: landing on Mars. Starring: Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Deanna Beaton (Neda Morozev) Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Faith Feng…

1
Solo E16: We All Need a Little More Sabbath 31:28

12M ago31:28

31:28

Burnout is everywhere. I think that in our post-lockdown world, we all realized just how much we needed some time to refresh. For those of us who had the privilege of staying home during the lockdown, the time we had to spend with our families was priceless. I know that’s true for me and my year as a stay-at-home dad with Cayden. But for those of u…

1
506 - Volunteer 27:58

12M ago27:58

27:58

Grave complications arise in Colony One over the upcoming intercept mission, and Mars receives news about the refugees’ launch attempt. Starring: Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Sarah P…

1
505 - Exodus 38:59

12M ago38:59

38:59

Sam fights fate, while Commander Jiao Li leads the refugees’ attempt to launch from Earth to Mars. Starring: Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Darian Garey (Omar Alvarez) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Halima Shehu (Nikki Floros) Catharine Golomski (Jane Goodwin) Jack Ritchey (Scott Richmond) Larissa White …

1
504 - Pilot 31:55

12M ago31:55

31:55

As work resumes and Earth’s refugees get closer to launching for Mars, concerns and debates arise over the new comet-intercept mission. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Becca…

1
Solo 15: The Antichrist, the Temptation of Jesus, and Christian Nationalism 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

In this article, we’ll be talking about an idea that I alluded to several times in 1 John: the identity of the Antichrist. Personally, I think this is something we must get right, not because we’ll go to hell if we miss it, but because it has huge implications for how we view Christian history, and more importantly, how we answer some critical issu…

1
503 - Intercept 40:12

1y ago40:12

40:12

Rachel makes a last ditch effort to salvage an Earth-to-Mars mission, while Sam and Paul work on a plan that could change everything. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Deanna Beaton (Neda Morozev) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Becca Flin…

1
502 - Schism 42:42

1y ago42:42

42:42

Crews split apart and take different directions, which could have tragic consequences. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette) Adam Huber (Ben Richards) Jaysen C…

1
Solo E14: Reading the Bible as a Book...or Books 25:06

1y ago25:06

25:06

How do we read the Bible? Is it okay to be nervous about what you might find after a paradigm shift? What resources might I use to help me read? I talk about all of this and more in this episode! Helpful Resources Lectio Divina: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lectio_Divina Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/ Journalistic Six: https://www.sessionlab.com…

1
Solo E13: Why I Do What I Do 23:48

1y ago23:48

23:48

My mentor recently gave me an assignment to write a 3,000 word essay on why I do what I do... here it is! You can read it (but not the extra parts at the end) here: https://danielcrogers.substack.com Use the code "EFPG" to download my book and audiobook for free for a limited time! Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): …

1
501 - Fallout 28:31

1y ago28:31

28:31

Humans on both Earth and Mars try to make sense of cataclysmic events that have occurred in Planum Australe. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Zak Farmer (Tim Conrad) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Brian Voel…

1
Solo E12: Embracing Tradition as Tradition 23:41

1y ago23:41

23:41

This is also an article! Check it out at https://danielcrogers.substack.com. So the other day I was thinking about how I would explain to Cayden, my three-year-old, why we don’t use instruments on Sunday morning. Since there is no biblical reason to not use them, I need to have a good reason why. And I think the best answer I can give is that it is…

1
Solo E11: Frequency of Communion 29:53

1y ago29:53

29:53

My new FREE Substack: https://danielcrogers.substack.com/ Messianic Banquet and the Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pexe5biPy_U Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven Daniel's blog: https://danielr.net Daniel's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Da…

1
Solo E10: Firing Elders, The Holy Spirit, and What is the Bible? 19:41

1y ago19:41

19:41

In this episode, I'll be answering some questions you sent in. I struggle with anxiety and depression, so I haven't posted in a bit. It comes and goes. The highs are really high and the lows are really low. Elders: https://danielr.net/some-thoughts-on-elders-qualifications-1/ Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a …

1
Season Five Trailer 3:36

1y ago3:36

3:36

Trailer for Season Five of Transmissions From Colony One, premiering Wednesday, August 30, 2023, everywhere you listen to podcasts. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Dustin Weiskopf…

1
Transmissions From Colony One - Season 5 Teaser 2:45

1y ago2:45

2:45

Ten years ago, Transmissions From Colony One premiered. This summer, the story continues. Transmissions From Colony One - Season Five. Premiering Wednesday, August 30, everywhere podcasts are heard. Starring: Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Sarah …

1
TFCO Flashback - Interview with Commander Sam Flynn of MECTI-1 9:06

1+ y ago9:06

9:06

Excerpt from MECTI's podcast "Mars Now," featuring a 2056 interview with Host Clifford Stillman and MECTI-1 Commander Sam Flynn, six weeks before MECTI-1's historic launch for Mars. Cast: Bill Parmentier - Commander Sam Flynn Dustin Miles - Clifford Stillman John Richter - John Check out Seasons 1-4 at www.tfco.us, and everywhere podcasts are heard…

1
Solo E9: Old Interpretations Still Affect You 23:52

1+ y ago23:52

23:52

When you were trained to read the Scripture in a certain way, you were also taught what certain words mean. Even if you change how you read a particular verse, the words in that verse may still be affecting the story you tell yourself about God, yourself, or others. In this episode, Daniel talks about how this works and gives some thoughts on how t…

1
Solo E8: Why I Think Pursuing Grace is a Bad Idea 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

32:51

The more I think about the title of this podcast, the less I like it. In this episode, I talk about why we should stop pursuing grace. The material here may or may not be from an outline of a project I'm working on... :) Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heav…

1
Solo E7: Afterlife Part 2 || Fire, Darkness, and God’s Discipline 41:27

1+ y ago41:27

41:27

In this episode, Daniel takes us through a few passage dealing with fire, darkness, and hell. He ends the episode tracking a theme of discipline and what that has to do with the afterlife. Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven Daniel's blog: https://daniel…

1
Lost My Voice, Kevin is Coming to Visit, and I’m Graduating 6:31

1+ y ago6:31

6:31

Hey guys and gals! Here's some updates for you! I have two finals to take and I'll be DONE with undergrad - yay! I came down with a cold Monday night, so I wasn't able to record a podcast for you - boo! Upcoming guests: Shari Bishop, an Episcopal priest. And Kevin, some guy you might remember. My audio book is for sale. https://danielcrogers.gumroa…

1
Complete Season Four 5:27:05

1+ y ago5:27:05

5:27:05

By John Richter

1
E118: Discovering Grace w/ Josh Frazier 1:02:39

1+ y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Daniel and his guest, Josh Frazier, talk about their similar experiences in discovering grace. Josh's Resources: Faith Church Winfield: https://www.facebook.com/welcometofaithchurch Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book (and audio book!): How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven Daniel's blog: https://danielr.net D…

1
410 - Australe 52:17

1+ y ago52:17

52:17

The thermonuclear extraction operation begins in the south pole of Mars. Starring: Ed Selvey IV (Connor Nye) Jessica Spaid (Nicole Snow) Ryan Doris (Vasily Koskov) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Zak Farmer (Tim Conrad) Brian Voelkerding (Walter Langston) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Sarah Porter (Abby Murdoch) Paul Goetz (Paul Kirsch) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor M…

1
E117: The Power of a Story w/ Corey Stumne 1:02:24

1+ y ago1:02:24

1:02:24

In this episode, Daniel interviews Corey Stumne, a youth pastor, tennis coach, and author, from Jacksonville Florida. Corey writes Christian fiction novels and believes preachers should use more stories in their sermons! Corey's Resources Corey's Website: coreystumne.comThe Man Called Messiah: https://a.co/d/denPXJjCorey's Blog: https://inspiration…

1
409 - Horizon 31:12

1+ y ago31:12

31:12

Colony One prepares to welcome the refugees from Earth as the thermonuclear extraction team begins operations. Starring: Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Marcy Wiegert (Kaia Osen) Dustin Weiskopf (Fedor Morozev) Bill Parmentier (Sam Flynn) Jessica Spaid (Nicole Snow) Ryan Doris (Vasily Koskov) Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette) Jaysen C…

1
Solo E6: The Afterlife - Banquets, Forgiveness, and Justice (Part 1) 53:54

1+ y ago53:54

53:54

Hello my friends, here is my episode on the afterlife. I talk about what I know, what I'd like to know, and what I don't know! Resources Hell and Mr. Fudge - movie The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis - book Love Wins by Rob Bell - book Unspoken Sermons (sermon on justice in part 3) - George MacDonald yOuR bIbLe - spongebob meme Daniel's Usual Self-prom…

1
E116: Death Penalty and Redemptive Violence w/ Shane Claiborne 52:06

1+ y ago52:06

52:06

In this episode, Shane joins Daniel to speak about the death penalty and the myth of redemptive violence. When I first started my pilgrimage of faith back in 2016 or so, one of the first struggles I had was balancing my developing pro-life, restorative justice worldview with things like war, death penalty, and other issues about human well-being, f…

1
408 - Fermi 47:14

1+ y ago47:14

47:14

Rachel, Jiao and the refugees on Earth weigh the possibility of extinction as they prepare to leave Earth forever. Starring: Faith Feng (Jiao Li) Clare Burke (Rachel Yoshida) Darian Garey (Omar Alvarez) Jaysen Cryer (Pete Ross) Larissa White (Rita Holgersen) Brittany Forrest (Rose Cooper) Becca Flinn-White (Chloe Hooke) Jason Klefisch (Luc Hachette…

1
Feeling at Home, Authenticty, and Pride 32:17

1+ y ago32:17

32:17

In this podcast, I talk about feeling at home, authenticity, and some temptations I'm struggling with. Daniel's Usual Self-promotion Daniel's new book: How a 25-Year-Old Learned He Wasn't the Only One Going to Heaven Daniel's blog: https://danielr.net Daniel's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DanielRogers Daniel's Church Home: https://northbroad.…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

John W. Richter Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide