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Sage Spirituality

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 116 ratings

Reaching back, leaning in and seeking out a deeper experience with God. Go deeper with your host Joil Marbut. Visit us at https://www.sagespirituality.com/ for more information about our podcast

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Episodes

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #9. "Shaken to Renewal"

May 22, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

In this episode of Sage Spirituality we will be looking at what God is doing through the Corona Virus outbreak.  It is more life giving than you can imagine.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #8. "Is God Simply Your Accomplice?"

May 14, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

 This week Sage Spirituality focuses on the message hidden in a rather obscure novel by a missionary hero that leads us to ask, "Is God truly God or is He simply an accomplice to your plan?"  Let's reach back and lean in as we continue to grow together in our spiritual life.  

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #8. "Is God Simply Your Accomplice?"

May 14, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

 This week Sage Spirituality focuses on the message hidden in a rather obscure novel by a missionary hero that leads us to ask, "Is God truly God or is He simply an accomplice to your plan?"  Let's reach back and lean in as we continue to grow together in our spiritual life.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #7 "All Will be Well"

May 07, 2020 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

In this episode we endeavor to introduce you to Julian of Norwich and her inspirational story of growth while passing through tremendous doubts and great suffering.  We will either emerge from our Coronavirus caves better or worse, but we will not emerge unchanged.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #6. Enough is Enough

April 29, 2020 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

God is attempting to get your attention.  Are you willing to say, "Enough is enough"?  The quarantine is a place that He is using to prepare you for a revival that will begin in your own home.  

Corona-Quarantine Live Cast #6. Enough is Enough

April 29, 2020 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

God is attempting to get your attention.  Are you willing to say, "Enough is enough"?  The quarantine is a place that He is using to prepare you for a revival that will begin in your own home.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #5. "Pooh Bear and Pruning?"

April 21, 2020 22:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Could it be that God is preparing us for something better, richer and sweeter?  See what Pooh Bear has to do with pruning this week on Sage Spirituality.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #4 "How to be light in the darkest nights: Lessons from a concentration camp""

April 14, 2020 23:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

We can be light in the darkest of nights.  How do I know that?  Because even in the most dire situations of World War 2 an entire generation of pastors and priests proved it.  We look at what it takes to "survive" the worst case situations and how God uses those times to shape us for future work.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #4 "How to be light in the darkest nights: Lessons from a concentration camp""

April 14, 2020 23:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

We can be light in the darkest of nights.  How do I know that?  Because even in the most dire situations of World War 2 an entire generation of pastors and priests proved it.  We look at what it takes to "survive" the worst case situations and how God uses those times to shape us for future work. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #3 "Are you missing the forest for all the trees?"

April 07, 2020 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Welcome to another Corona-Quarantine Cast episode of Sage Spirituality.  In this episode we invite you to lean in and ask yourself a few questions.  What if God is doing something much bigger through the current circumstances that what we can see.  

Corona-Quarantine Cast #3 "Are you missing the forest for all the trees?"

April 07, 2020 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Welcome to another Corona-Quarantine Cast episode of Sage Spirituality.  In this episode we invite you to lean in and ask yourself a few questions.  What if God is doing something much bigger through the current circumstances that what we can see.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #2. "Unplugging Fear of the Unknown"

March 31, 2020 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Julian of Norwich serves as an inspiration in our quest to triumph over our fear of the unknown and she uses a simple nut and three sentences to do it.  Lean in and remind yourself of all that God has done.  

Corona-Quarantine Cast #2. "Unplugging Fear of the Unknown"

March 31, 2020 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Julian of Norwich serves as an inspiration in our quest to triumph over our fear of the unknown and she uses a simple nut and three sentences to do it.  Lean in and remind yourself of all that God has done.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Corona-Quarantine Cast #1. "Cutting the legs off of fear!"

March 24, 2020 20:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

From our government mandated lockdown to the Sage Spirituality table, we bring you the first in a special series aptly titled "Corona-Quarantine Cast".  We will reach back in church history and see what some of the "greats" had to say about fear.  They faced jail because of religious persecutions, cholera outbreaks that led to quarantines, and Nazis bullying that led to concentration camps.  Their words still ring true in our current Corona-frenzy.   Thank you for joining us at the table. ...

St. Patrick and the Coronavirus

March 17, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

March 17, is a day we celebrate a great man of God.  He is known as the Apostle of the Emerald Isle, Patrick of the Irish or just St. Patrick for those who pinch you when you are not dressed in green.  His life is an example to us in this time of crisis and we will be reaching back to his work "Confessions".  Pull up a chair at the table and let's lean in to all things "Patrick" in this episode.  Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Gleanings #2, Q & A with Pastor Bryan Pugner

March 10, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

In this episode we will have a one on one sit down with Pastor Bryan Pugner of Ocean City, Maryland.  He talks about the importance of family and friends in his spiritual journey. Pull up a chair, you will not be disappointed.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Lies, Dang Lies and Statistics

February 27, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Honesty has become harder and harder to find in the 21st century.  What would have been called an outright lie just 40 years ago is now an accepted "half truth".  Why is Jesus so insistent that His disciples maintain honesty?  Why does it matter to you right now?  Come to table as we dig deep into the word of God and church history to grow in this area that can be a bit uncomfortable. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Lies, Dang Lies and Statistics

February 27, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Honesty has become harder and harder to find in the 21st century.  What would have been called an outright lie just 40 years ago is now an accepted "half truth".  Why is Jesus so insistent that His disciples maintain honesty?  Why does it matter to you right now?  Come to table as we dig deep into the word of God and church history to grow in this area that can be a bit uncomfortable.

Single? Married? Divorced? This is for you!

February 14, 2020 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

Jesus never intended for His teachings to be used as rocks, thrown at those who are hurting due to circumstances outside of their control.  Single?  God has a plan for you.  Married?  God has a plan for you.  Divorced?  God has a plan for you.  Let's reach back and lean in to see what we can do to make marriage great again.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Gleanings #1, Q&A with Missionary/Pastor Bill McDonald

January 28, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Bill McDonald has served over half his life reaching the unreached through church planting and discipleship.  During this half-hour, you will hear about his journey and some of the spiritual waypoints that have kept him growing and passionate for the God he met in his teens. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

You were meant for more!

January 14, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

In this episode we are gleaning from modern professionals and church fathers to understand that we are meant for more than just lust, we are built for love. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Santa says "Knock you out!"

December 17, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Sage Spirituality wishes you a Merry Christmas with this special edition episode where you will learn something about St. Nick that you never knew!

Santa says "Knock you out!"

December 17, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Sage Spirituality wishes you a Merry Christmas with this special edition episode where you will learn something about St. Nick that you never knew! Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Thanksgiving Exercise!!!

November 26, 2019 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MB

Take a pause during this festive time and let the true meaning of Thanksgiving deepen your soul. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Cutting the Fuse Before it Destroys You! Part 2

November 12, 2019 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Angry in traffic, angry in the drive through, angry at work.  Anger is destroying us from the inside out.  In this episode your host will give you some insight from the Bible and from Church history so that you can finally cut the fuse on the powder keg of anger.   Part 2 Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Cutting the Fuse Before it Destroys You! Part 1

November 12, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Angry in traffic, angry in the drive through, angry at work.  Anger is destroying us from the inside out.  In this episode your host will give you some insight from the Bible and from Church history so that you can finally cut the fuse on the powder keg of anger.   part 1 Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Love, Love, Love. Part 1

October 29, 2019 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Have you ever been the victim of legalism?  Did that experience leave a bad taste in your mouth? How do we live the Ten Commandments in our life and not fall into legalism? Jesus gave us an insight into this with the Greatest commandment in the law. Love, Love, Love. This is Part 1 of Love, Love, Love. Continue to listen to Part 2 in episode 12. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Love, Love, Love. Part 2

October 29, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Have you ever been the victim of legalism? Did that experience leave a bad taste in your mouth?  How do we live the Ten Commandments in our life and not fall into legalism?  Jesus gave us an insight into this with the Greatest commandment in the law. Love, Love, Love. This is part 2.  Listen to part 1 in Episode 11. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Give them something to talk about - Part 1.

October 15, 2019 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Have you ever felt like your salvation should be more than just a "Get out of hell free" card that you will play at the end of your life?  God has saved you and redeemed you for the purpose of adding flavor and light to those around you.  Pull up a chair to the Sage Spirituality table and be prepared to dig deeper. Check out Part 2 on Sage Spirituality Podcast. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Give them something to talk about - Part 2.

October 15, 2019 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Part 2. Have you ever felt like your salvation should be more than just a "Get out of hell free" card that you will play at the end of your life?  God has saved you and redeemed you for the purpose of adding flavor and light to those around you. Pull up a chair to the Sage Spirituality table and be prepared to dig deeper. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Erasing Excess

October 01, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Rather than "curse the darkness" of excess, this week your host will take you on a journey to "light a candle" and start the process of erasing the excess from your life.  We will look at the Bible and the church fathers for guidance.  

Erasing Excess

October 01, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Rather than "curse the darkness" of excess, this week your host will take you on a journey to "light a candle" and start the process of erasing the excess from your life.  We will look at the Bible and the church fathers for guidance.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Taking Down Anxiety

September 17, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

If you suffer from anxiety and worry you may find a remedy in the ancient church practice of systematic prayer.  In this episode your host will open up the Lord's prayer as a guide into a life free from anxiousness.  Are you up for the challenge?  

Taking Down Anxiety

September 17, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

If you suffer from anxiety and worry you may find a remedy in the ancient church practice of systematic prayer.  In this episode your host will open up the Lord's prayer as a guide into a life free from anxiousness.  Are you up for the challenge?   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Breaking the Habit of Consumerism

September 03, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Have you ever had buyer's remorse?  Walked out of a store or logout from your computer and said to yourself, "I cannot believe I just bought that"?  Well, you are not alone.  In this episode, your host will point out that this modern religion is causing you to live inside of vicious cycle that is simply leaving you empty, but there is hope.  The cure is "radical generosity".   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Fruit of Obedience

August 20, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Are you frustrated?  Your host invites you to consider changing your habits so that you can eat the fruit of obedience. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Your Cheatin' Heart

August 06, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

In this episode, we examine the ways our heart betray us through lust and unforgiveness.  How can we break free and move deeper in our walk with God?  This week your host will answer this question and several more.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Adding weight to your soul.

July 23, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

In today's episode, your host invites you to jump into the deep end of soul development. Come to the table as we discover what the early church fathers had to say about Jesus' most famous sermon. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Does your stuff outweigh your soul?

July 12, 2019 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Have your priorities shifted from eternal things to materialistic stuff?  Is your mini-kingdom focusing on what it should?  This episode brings forth an ancient prophecy that has immense application in our modern day.   Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

Welcome to Sage Spirituality with your host Joil Marbut

June 26, 2019 16:00 - 10 minutes - 6.91 MB

Are you wanting a deeper relationship with God?  In this brand new podcast, your host Joil Marbut, veteran and pioneer Missionary to the Jungles of Ecuador is going to take you along on his spiritual journey while reaching back, leaning in and seeking out a deeper experience with God. Thank you for joining us at the table. Visit us at sagespirituality.com for more.

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