Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church Blog
243 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsSaving Faith deconstructs Christianity to reconstruct a faith that works. Eric Sentell, regular contributor to the popular Backyard Church blog, tackles tough theological questions and interviews amazing guests. Past interviews include Kristen Kobes du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne), Beth Allison Barr (The Making of Biblical Womanhood), Jared Byas (Love Matters More) John Williamson (The Deconstructionists Podcast), and many more.
Saving Faith was formerly "Metamorphosis: Sharing the Love of Jesus." Contact [email protected] with feedback, suggestions, or guest recommendations.
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A Media Expert Explains the How of Christian Nationalism - An Interview with Dylan McLemore
February 15, 2021 13:00 - 53 minutes - 69.3 MBEric speaks with a communication and media professor, Dylan McLemore, about his research into the trends and attitudes of Christian Nationalism. Dylan provides a research-based perspective that helps us grapple with current trends in the media and politics of the U.S. Dylan's Website: https://dylanmclemore.com/ Dylan's Faculty Profile: https://uca.edu/communication/facultystaff/dr-dylan-mclemore/
Grace Expands Further than We Know - An Interview with Pastor and Seminary ProfessorMcKay Caston
February 01, 2021 14:34 - 44 minutes - 47.8 MBMcKay Caston pastors at Creekstone Church in Dahlonega, GA, teaches at the Metro Atlanta Seminary, and writes at Rest for the Weary. Eric and McKay enjoy a very "centering" conversation, as McKay offers a delightful and refreshing way of talking about God's grace. Rest for the Weary website: https://www.restfortheweary.net/people/6856782-dr-mckay-caston
WayHouse - An Interview with Matt Allbritton
January 25, 2021 12:59 - 58 minutes - 43 MBEric interviews Matt Allbritton, the founder of WayHouse Media, about his ministry, spiritual journey, and advice for engaging young people, skeptics, and religious "nones." The conversation includes some different belief options about issues that often affect people's relationship with God, such as salvation and hell. Learn more about, or connect with content from, WayHouse Media at one of the following places: https://www.wayhousemedia.com/ https://www.wayhousemedia.com/about https://...
Misinformation Keeps Us from Shalom
January 18, 2021 12:59 - 9 minutes - 10.2 MBWhen we understand peace as the absence of conflict, then we'll never achieve peace as the bible understands it ... shalom, or wholeness. Misinformation keeps us from agreeing on what might be wholeness, which then keeps us from pursuing it. This episode expands on and explores these ideas, helping us enter the new year with a more biblical understanding of peace and how to achieve it.
Christian Nationalism Pt. II - Storming the Capitol and Changing Identities
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBEric reacts to the storming of the Capitol Building on Jan. 6. He addresses the role of Christian Nationalism and its rhetoric and describes a model for repentance and change in identity, from placing one's hope in politics to placing one's hope in Christ alone.
Christian Nationalism Explained Pt. I
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 16.2 MBWhat is Christian Nationalism? Why is Beth Moore going out of her way to talk about politics? This episode briefly defines Christian Nationalism and explores Beth Moore's response to the Jericho March and other manifestations of Christian Nationalism. https://www.christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org/statement https://www.christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org/resources
Season 2 Trailer with Episode 1 Preview
January 10, 2021 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.86 MBLearn what's coming up next from Metamorphosis: Sharing the Unchanging Gospel with a Changing Culture
Best of 2020: Interview and Episode Excerpts from Season 1 of Metamorphosis
December 14, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIt’s never too late to text @tumcadvent to 81010 to sign up for our Advent texts. Also text @UMCTrinity App to 77977 to download our church app and access our podcast, YouTube channel, and more in one convenient place. The “Best of 2020” episode includes: Jon Steingard, former lead singer of Hawk Nelson, on Instagram @jonsteingard, www.steingardcreative.com, San Diego, CA. Dan Foster, founder of The Backyard Church, cohost of The Backyard Church podcast, @danfoster_63798 on Medium, Brisb...
The Craziness of the Church is Why You Love it - An Interview with Dr. Dion
December 07, 2020 13:00 - 59 minutes - 42.9 MBEric interviews Dr. Dion Clark, pastor of Caesarea Worship Center in Fayetteville, NC, and a prolific writer on Medium. She has worked in government and taught in higher education, giving her unique insight into matters of faith. Connect with her on Medium @drdion, on Twitter @drdionclark, and on her church's website, http://caesareaworshipcenter.org/
The Meaning of the 5 Advent Candles
November 29, 2020 14:39 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBEric meditates on the meaning of the 5 advent candles and related scripture. Jessica's Advent texts will help you encounter Christ daily as you look forward to the celebration of his birth. Just text "@tumcadvent" to the phone number 81010! Or click here to sign up: www.remind.com/join/tumcadvent Download Trinity UMC's new app by texting "@umctrinity app" to the phone number 77977. You'll have a portal to recent episodes of the podcast, the church's YouTube channel, and much more. Not sur...
tumcadvent - An Interview with Jessica Sentell
November 25, 2020 20:29 - 44 minutes - 35 MBEric and Jessica Sentell discuss the new Advent texting program that Trinity UMC now offers, using technology to reach Millennials and Gen Z, and making the church a more welcoming, accepting, and loving place. Jessica's Advent texts will help you encounter Christ daily as you look forward to the celebration of his birth. Just text "@tumcadvent" to the phone number 81010! Or click here to sign up: https://www.remind.com/join/tumcadvent Download Trinity UMC's new app by texting "@umctrinit...
Listening Is Not Affirmation of Sin - An Interview with Ben Cremer
November 19, 2020 17:39 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBEric interviews Ben Cremer, a Nazarene pastor in Boise, ID, who wrote a viral Facebook post earlier this year lamenting the state of American Christianity and politics. Eric and Ben discuss his faith journey, the "identity crisis" of the church, and how to engage Millennials, Gen Z, and skeptics. To better understand, or go deeper with, some of the discussion topics, listen to our episodes on "Political Idolatry," "Love and Truth," and "Defining Deconstruction with David." The discussion ...
Sermon: Truth and Love
November 08, 2020 12:59 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBPilate famously asked Jesus, "What is truth?" The truth (and the way and the life)stood in front of him in the person of Jesus. But what does that really mean? And how do we apply it to love?
Generational Fault Lines in the Church - An Interview with Mark Hackett
November 06, 2020 15:54 - 56 minutes - 35.9 MBEric interviews Mark Hackett, founder and executive director of Operation Broken Silence, about his views on the Millennial-Boomer fault line in the American church and the kind of leadership vision necessary to navigate it. Their mothers told them to not discuss politics or religion, so of course, they talk about both in this conversation. Learn more about Mark and his work with the Sudanese people at operationbrokensilence.org.
Devotional, 11-1-20
October 31, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBJessica gives a devotion adapted from Grace Fox's devotion for First 5 Plans.
Devotional, 10-25-20
October 29, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBJessica presents a devotional adapted from Ann Voskamp's social media. She put together this devotioanl before she knew the sermon's scripture reading, showing God's spirit at work.
Devotional, 10-18-20
October 28, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.98 MBJessica presents a devotional adapted from Ann Voskamp's social media. As she says, you don't have to perform today.
Political Idolatry, or How to Wake Up Feeling OK on Nov. 4
October 27, 2020 14:29 - 9 minutes - 8.27 MBEric shares Pastor Tim Keller's thoughts on "political idolatry" and explores how to apply Keller's ideas to our own lives. Sometimes, we write or speak the things we most need to read or hear. Hopefully, this episode will help Eric and you wake up the day after an election and feel pretty "OK" regardless of the outcome. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and give us some feedback in your ratings and reviews so we can keep improving the podcast.
Doubters Only - An Interview with Jon Steingard
October 06, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBDoubters Only - An Interview with Jon Steingard by Trinity UMC, Piedmont, MO
Interview with Dan Foster of Backyard Church
September 29, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBEric interviews Dan Foster, an Australian blogger and podcaster. His writing is on the blogging platform Medium, and his podcast is the Backyard Church podcast. Dan co-founded this podcast, and an informal Sunday gathering also called Backyard Church, for people who can't or don't attend traditional church services. Eric and Dan have a great conversation about his faith journey, his "crisis of church," and how he's reconstructing his spiritual life and reaching new heights with his ministry.
Interview with Pastor Jule Maskrod
September 22, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 40.5 MBIn the second episode of our interview series, Eric talks with Pastor Jule Maskrod of Patterson Baptist Church in Patterson, MO. Pastor Jule shares some of his faith journey and testimony, relates a couple highlights from his 45-year marriage, and offers wisdom about the importance of scripture and the Holy Spirit. We come to know God most in the interaction of scripture and Spirit, and this interview illustrates that dynamic in powerful ways.
Making Time for God - An Interview with Fr. Dan of St. Catherine's of Siena
September 15, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 27.1 MBIn the first episode of our new interview series, Eric talks with Father Dan Hirtz of St. Catherine's of Siena in Piedmont. We discuss his personal faith journey, his views on the current state of the church, and his advice for making time in our busy lives for God.
Announcing Upcoming Interviews and Episodes
September 14, 2020 15:25 - 4 minutes - 5.52 MBWe've got some exciting plans for upcoming episodes! Interviews with local pastors, an Aussie blogger and podcaster who founded "Backyard Church," and Jon Steingard, the former lead singer of Hawk Nelson. Subscribe or follow so that you don't miss any episodes, leave us a review, or give us a comment about how we can make the show even better, what topics you'd like us to address, or questions you'd like to discuss. You can also reach out to [email protected] or [email protected]. ...
Devotional, 9-13-20
September 12, 2020 12:37 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBJessica presents a devotional adapted from Ann Voskamp's recent blog post.
Devotional, 9-6-20
September 05, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBThis week’s devotion was adapted from Lysa TerKeurst and Jennifer Rothchild's recent social media.
Devotional, 8-30-20
August 29, 2020 14:45 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBThis week’s devotion was adapted from Lysa TerKeurst and Angie Smith’s recent social media and a piece by Leah DiPascal.
Devotional, 8-23-20
August 22, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBJessica Sentell's devotional this week was adapted from Jennifer Rothchild's recent social media.
How Understanding Jesus' Life Changes Understanding Jesus
August 21, 2020 16:30 - 27 minutes - 29.3 MBJesus was a post-Exile Jew living under Roman oppression, and that context influenced his life and ministry. Understanding the whole life context of Jesus makes his teachings and actions pop in new, powerful ways.
Devotional, 8-9-20
August 15, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.62 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from Jennifer Rothchild’s recent social media.
Devotional, 8-16-20
August 15, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from Jennifer Rothchild's recent social media.
Picking and Choosing Scripture to Apply
August 14, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 31.2 MBEric contrasts the "bible fell from the sky" assumption with the reality that the bible has contexts we must try to understand. He gives examples of contradictory scriptures that aren't actually that contradictory if one understands their context, and then he offers three guidelines for interpreting and applying scripture appropriately.
Defining Deconstruction with the Example of David
August 07, 2020 13:00 - 9 minutes - 10.5 MBEric defines "deconstruction" of faith through his own experience and the example a developing understanding of King David, the "man after God's own heart" who raped and murdered.
Devotional, 8-2-20
August 01, 2020 16:27 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MBThis week's devotional was adapted from Ann Voskamp’s recent social media and blog posts.
Building Community When Church Closes
August 01, 2020 16:19 - 19 minutes - 20.4 MBEric shares some of his personal journey seeking community and offers some advice and resources for developing community online even when church closes. Recommended Podcasts: The Bible Project The Bible for Normal People Kingdom Roots with Scot McKnight Evolving Faith Podcast The Deconstructionists Podcast Recommended Websites: The Bible Project The Bible for Normal People Recommended Facebook Groups: The Tim Mackie Discussion Group Recommended Twitter Follows: Beth Moore Sharon Hodd...
Devotional, 7-26-20
July 26, 2020 20:42 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from a podcast by David Platt, the Faithlife Study Bible, and Bible studies by Love God Greatly, Christ’s Church of the Valley, and Proverbs 31 Ministries.
Devotional, 7-20-20
July 21, 2020 01:59 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBThis week's devotion was adapted from a Bible study titled, “Created for Community: Lessons from Acts 2” by Hope International.
Devotional, 7-12-20
July 21, 2020 01:58 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThis week’s devotion was adapted from a Bible study on the book of Galatians written by Kelley Brown and Karen Ehman.
Trinity Worship Service - 7-5-20
July 08, 2020 16:13 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThe podcast version of Trinity UMC's worship service for July 5, 2020. Part Three of Pastor Tadd's sermon series on justice in the bible.
Trinity Worship Service - The Power of the Spirit Resides in Our Words (Confronting Injustice)
July 04, 2020 01:29 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThe podcast version of Trinity's worship service on June 28, 2020. Pastor Tadd presents part three of his sermon series on justice.
Trinity Worship Service - The Rancher Speaks Out Against Oppression (Amos 5:1-7)
July 04, 2020 01:21 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThe podcast version of Trinity's worship service on June 21, 2020. Pastor Tadd delivers part two of his sermon series on justice.
Trinity Worship Service - The Foundation of God's Throne (Psalm 89:5-18))
July 04, 2020 01:14 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBThe podcast version of Trinity's worship service for June 14, 2020. Pastor Tadd begins a sermon series on justice.
Devotional, 7-5-20
July 03, 2020 22:20 - 5 minutes - 4.45 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from a bible study on the book of Habakkuk written by Denise Hughes and Kellye Schiffner Carver.
Devotional, 6-28-20
June 27, 2020 18:50 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional on the theme of justice, adapted from an article by Jeff Howard, Ann Voskamp, Beth Moore, and Robin DiAngelo. "You're no more worthy of this invitation than I am. But you're no less worthy either."
Devotional, 6-21-20
June 24, 2020 02:01 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional on justice.
SBC President Greear, Veggie Tales' Creator, and Dharius Daniels Explain Racial Justice
June 12, 2020 19:55 - 10 minutes - 13.4 MBEric Sentell shares quotes and summaries of recent statements by SBC President J.D. Greear, Veggie Tales' Creator Phil Vischer, and Dr. Dharius Daniels of the Dharius Daniels Podcast. They explain the gospel importance of saying "black lives matter" instead of "all lives matter," the subtle power of "white privilege," and the need for systemic reform to reign in sinful systems and impulses.
Devotional, 6-14-20
June 12, 2020 16:25 - 5 minutes - 4.44 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from Katie McCallum's devotional on Psalm 89 for First Five and Ann Voskamp's recent social media. Jessica meditates on the theme of justicee.
How Do We as Christians Respond to Racial Strife?
June 07, 2020 13:11 - 10 minutes - 12.1 MBEric Sentell lets Martin Luther King, Jr., filmmaker Erick Parker, Bishop Bob Farr, and Pastor Derwin Gray do most of the talking. How should Christians respond to racial injustices, systemic racism, protests, and riots? Hear what these wise men think.
Devotional, 6-7-20
June 06, 2020 20:29 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from Lysa TerKeurst's devotional on Leviticus 11 for Proverbs 31 Ministries.
Faith in the Age of Pandemic
May 30, 2020 13:00 - 7 minutes - 8.78 MBEric Sentell discusses an interview with Rev. Dr. Bruce Epperly on the Deconstructionist Podcast about his new book, "Faith in the Age of Pandemic."
Devotional, 5-31-20
May 30, 2020 13:00 - 4 minutes - 5.8 MBJessica Sentell presents a devotional adapted from Kellye Schiffner Carver’s study on John 14 for Proverbs 31 Ministries and Ann Voskamp’s recent social media.