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#126 – Marriage, Gender, and Homosexuality (Genesis 2:24)

Almost Heretical - September 20, 2023 09:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
Is Genesis 2:24 an institution of heterosexual marriage? Does it matter? In this episode, we tackle these questions and play devil's advocate to help you respond to the pushback you may be facing. We challenge traditional views and ask: How should we use the Bible today? Tune in as we navigate th...

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Is Genesis 2 Anti-Gay? - Genesis 2:24

Almost Heretical - September 20, 2023 09:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
→ To support the show, visit patreon.com/almostheretical. Thank you for your support! (Supporters get bonus episodes, ad-free show, private Facebook group, and more!) Notes: Is Genesis 2:24 an institution of heterosexual marriage? Does it matter? In this episode, we tackle these questions and pla...

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283: A Prayer For A Job Interview

Harkening Deer - September 16, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This Prayer Meditation is part of series I did in collaboration with a YouTube channel called Your Prayer Space. Check out their channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@yourprayerspace Support for Harkening Deer: Harkening Deer | Meditation  Harkening Deer Podcast Join us on Patreon. Donate...

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#125 – Rethinking Adam and Eve (Genesis 2:7)

Almost Heretical - September 13, 2023 09:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
Did you ever wonder why Satan is never mentioned in the Garden of Eden? Prepare to have your mind blown as we dive into the untold complexities of Genesis 2:1-18. This episode uncovers surprising interpretations, challenges common myths, and may forever change the way you look at the creation sto...

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Satan Wasn't In the Garden of Eden - Genesis 2:1-18

Almost Heretical - September 13, 2023 09:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
→ To support the show, visit patreon.com/almostheretical. Thank you for your support! (Supporters get bonus episodes, ad-free show, private Facebook group, and more!) Did you ever wonder why Satan is never mentioned in the Garden of Eden? Prepare to have your mind blown as we dive into the untold...

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Miles to Go and the Tank's on Empty: Why Ministers Need Ministry (Mueller)

Theology in Motion - September 12, 2023 20:52 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 12 ratings
In this episode we share Rev. Dr. Steve Mueller's plenariy from the 2022 Worship Arts Leader Initiative (WALi) Summit: Miles to Go and the Tank's on Empty: Wny Ministers Need Ministry.    SHOW NOTES Check-out the WALi Summit:  

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282: A Prayer For Forgiveness & Renewal

Harkening Deer - September 09, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This Prayer Meditation is part of series I did in collaboration with a YouTube channel called Your Prayer Space. Check out their channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@yourprayerspace Support for Harkening Deer: Harkening Deer | Meditation  Harkening Deer Podcast Join us on Patreon. Donate...

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281: A Prayer For Restful Sleep

Harkening Deer - September 06, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This Prayer Meditation is part of series I did in collaboration with a YouTube channel called Your Prayer Space. Check out their channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@yourprayerspace Support for Harkening Deer: Harkening Deer | Meditation  Harkening Deer Podcast Join us on Patreon. Donate...

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280: Stranger on the Beach (Ignatian Meditation)

Harkening Deer - August 26, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Through the use of visualization & sensory imagery, this Ignatian Meditation puts the practitioner in the scenario of being on a fishing boat with the disciples in the days after Yeshua (Jesus) has been killed, as described in John 21. Disclaimer: I did not look up or reread this passage before...

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279: Happy Today (Morning Meditation)

Harkening Deer - August 19, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Seven, & the final day of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderf...

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Worship as an Operating Room (Hicks)

Theology in Motion - August 15, 2023 21:02 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 12 ratings
In this episode we share one of Rev. Dr. Zac Hick's plenaries from the 2022 Worship Arts Leader Initiative (WALi) Summit: Worship as an Operating Room.    SHOW NOTES Links to Zac's Recent work: Check-out the WALi Summit:

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278: You Are / I Am (Morning Affirmation)

Harkening Deer - August 12, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Six of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, all day.  ...

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How was light created before the sun? - Genesis 1:6-31

Almost Heretical - August 09, 2023 09:22 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
What have we been missing in the creation story? What does the Sun being created before “Light” mean? Why do we have two different creation stories? Join us as we reexamine Genesis 1:6-31. ★ Support our work and get: 2 bonus episodes each month, a montly Zoom call with Nate, Shelby and other list...

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#124 – How was light created before the sun? (Genesis 1:6-31)

Almost Heretical - August 09, 2023 09:22 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
What have we been missing in the creation story? What does the Sun being created before “Light” mean? Why do we have two different creation stories? Join us as we reexamine Genesis 1:6-31. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email [email protected] Become a member and get: 1. Bonus episo...

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277: Stillness, Gratitude, Peace

Harkening Deer - August 05, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Five of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, all day.  ...

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276: Smile (Wake Up & Say Thank You)

Harkening Deer - July 29, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Four of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, all day.  ...

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275: Morning Affirmations for Productivity

Harkening Deer - July 22, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Three of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, all day. ...

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Rainn Wilson: Spirituality and the Meaning of Life

Almost Heretical - July 19, 2023 09:22 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
We dive deep into spirituality and societal transformation with Rainn Wilson, renowned actor and author of Soul Boom. Join us as we explore the pressing need for a spiritual revolution in today's challenging world. Discover practical spiritual tools for personal and collective growth, as Rainn sh...

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#123 – Rainn Wilson: Spirituality and the Meaning of Life

Almost Heretical - July 19, 2023 09:22 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
We dive deep into spirituality and societal transformation with Rainn Wilson, renowned actor and author of Soul Boom. Join us as we explore the pressing need for a spiritual revolution in today's challenging world. Discover practical spiritual tools for personal and collective growth, as Rainn sh...

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274: Starting Your Day With Positivity

Harkening Deer - July 15, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day Two of our 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, all day.  ...

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Worship as a Wormhole (Hicks)

Theology in Motion - July 11, 2023 22:51 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 12 ratings
In this episode we share one of Rev. Dr. Zac Hick's plenaries from the 2022 Worship Arts Leader Initiative (WALi) Summit: Worship as a Wormhole.    SHOW NOTES Links to Zac's Recent work: Check-out the WALi Summit:

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273: Beginning The Day, Beginning A Practice

Harkening Deer - July 08, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Day One of our brand new 3x7 Morning Meditation Series; A 7-Day Meditation Plan, consisting of a different 3-minute meditation each day.  How we start the day can set the tone for the whole rest of the day.  Beginning the day in meditation can reduce anxiety & set us up for a wonderful day, a...

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272: The Inner Peace of Tao - A conversation with Diane Dreher, Ph.D.

Harkening Deer - June 24, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Diane Dreher, Ph.D., is a bestselling author, researcher, and positive psychology coach. Her books, The Tao of Inner Peace, The Tao of Personal Leadership, The Tao of Womanhood, Inner Gardening, and Your Personal Renaissance, have been translated into ten languages and her work has been featured...

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Review - In Defense of Christian Ritual

Center For Worship Leadership Blogcast - June 22, 2023 18:02 - 15 minutes
By Rev. Steve Zank. In his book In Defense of Christian Ritual: The Case for a Biblical Pattern of Worship, David Andersen made two significant arguments. First, he argued that worship practices deeply and stubbornly form the beliefs and culture of the church — both institutionally and individua...

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Worship as a Gymnasium (Hicks)

Theology in Motion - June 15, 2023 21:21 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 12 ratings
In this episode we share one of Rev. Dr. Zac Hick's plenaries from the 2022 Worship Arts Leader Initiative (WALi) Summit: Worship as Gymnasium.    SHOW NOTES Links to Zac's Recent work: Check-out the WALi Summit:  

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - Christianity and the Cosmos

Almost Heretical - June 14, 2023 09:22 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
Listen to a whole hour of Neil deGrasse Tyson talking about the Bible, Jesus, and Christianity in a way you've probably not heard before. Neil is the author of Starry Messenger, host of StarTalk and director of the Hayden Planetarium in NYC. We discuss: What does Neil think about being raised Ca...

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#122 – Neil deGrasse Tyson: Christianity and the Cosmos

Almost Heretical - June 14, 2023 09:22 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
Listen to a whole hour of Neil deGrasse Tyson talking about the Bible, Jesus, and Christianity in a way you've probably not heard before. Neil is the author of Starry Messenger, host of StarTalk and director of the Hayden Planetarium in NYC. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almosthereti...

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Many Creation Stories - Genesis 1:1-5 (Part 1)

Almost Heretical - May 31, 2023 09:22 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
(Listen to Part 2) – In Genesis 1:1-5, we encounter intriguing aspects that invite deeper reflection. We explore the use of the pronoun "us" in the early chapters, raising questions about its connection to the Trinity and the presence of Jesus in the garden. Additionally, we debunk the notion of ...

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#121 – Many Creation Stories (Genesis 1:1-5)

Almost Heretical - May 31, 2023 09:22 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 535 ratings
(Listen to Part 2) – In Genesis 1:1-5, we encounter intriguing aspects that invite deeper reflection. We explore the use of the pronoun "us" in the early chapters, raising questions about its connection to the Trinity and the presence of Jesus in the garden. Additionally, we debunk the notion of ...

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271. An Orb of Pure Light & Love

Harkening Deer - May 27, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
Christian. Meditation. Podcast. Through visualization & connection, we invite Light & Love into our minds, hearts, bodies, & whole Self in today's meditation. We allow ourselves to enter a space of unbounded awareness & pure conciousness. Awaken with us to the Oneness-nature of the Universe. S...