Shattering the Stained Glass

In this episode:Jim talks about his six year old watching the Presidential DebateLooks at the difference between wisdom and knowledgeShares his biggest struggle with doing this podcast so farTalks about the nature of humans and our technologyEncourages you to think for yourself in a time of deceptionIf you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com) +++++++++++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterest YouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

It seems everyone wants to speak their truth to power. Toxic leadership is rampant in the American context and especially the American Church culture. In this episode we explore where toxicity comes from. Jesus’ view on leadership. A passage so many pastors twist. We also attempt to encourage those Spiritual Refugees who have left toxic environments. In this episode:Jim shares behind the scenes stories that led to his firing in episode 04tackles toxic leadership in the church looks under a foundational passage for where we went wronggets honest about our own complicit nature in enabling toxic leaders encourages church leaders and spiritual refugees in 2020If you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com) +++++++++Resources: (Note: We do not use any affiliate links with our resource recommendations)Books:Primal Fire by Neil ColeHouses That Change The World by Wolfgang Simson The Pursuit of God by A.W. TozerThe Forgotten Ways by Alan HirschPagan Christianity by Frank Viola & George BarnaVideos:Incarnational Leadership - Alan HirschONE: Introduction- Brian SandersONE: Apostle- Brian SandersONE: Prophets- Brian Sanders ONE: Evangelist- Jeremy StephensONE: Shepherd- Brian SandersONE: Teacher- Brian Sanders++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterest YouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

Spiritual wandering can lead us to old wells. In this episode we talk about finding new frames to view God by rediscovering old wells. Many Spiritual Refugees struggle with seeing God through a different lens than the lens of our own experience. Join us as we attempt to see God through another way.In this episode:Jim apologizes for last weektalks about a dream and a pivot for the show (already)highlights a book he just finishedshares about Abraham and Isaac digging wellstells a story about God as a daddyencourages those who struggle with “God as father”If you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com)+++++++++Resources: (Note: We do not use any affiliate links with our resource recommendations)Books:Reframation by Alan Hirsch and Mark NelsonThe Knowledge of The Holy by A.W. Tozer++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterestYouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

Spiritual Abuse leaves a different kind of wound. In this episode we explore some practical ways on how to navigate Church Hurts. There is plenty in this episode for the ones that are wounded and the ones wanting to help. Many Spiritual Refugees we have interacted with have experienced deep wounding in the Church setting. Join us as we look at church hurt, how to find healing, and ways to help those who have been wounded.In this episode:Jim shares his church hurt journeyWe encourage the wounded to not pickup the label “victim”We talk about the real meaning behind “the Sword of Truth”We share ways to begin the road to healingWe share ways to help others find healingIf you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com)+++++++++Resources: (Note: We do not use any affiliate links with our resource recommendations)Books:Wounded By God’s People by Anne Graham LotzToxic Faith by Stephen Arterburn and Jack FeltonThe Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse by David Johnson and Jeff VanVonderenBoundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterestYouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

It seems American Christians are going through a major identity crisis. Why is this the case? Where does it come from? Can it be redeemed? We believe a lot of issues come from not understanding Church History. In this episode we tackle a quick history of the American Church from the Puritans to Present Day. We believe there is something for everybody in this episode of Shattering the Stained Glass. We invite Spiritual Refugees and Church attenders alike to join us as we begin doing some Root Work.In this episode:Jim paints a word picture with a little help from Rambo TrumpWe do a Church History flyover from Puritans to 2020We upset Religious History buffsShare some takeaways from Church History (part 2)If you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com)+++++++++Resources used in this episode: This is not an exhaustive list.(Note: We do not use any affiliate links with our resource recommendations)Books:Church History Volume Two by J.D. Woodbridge, Frank A. James IIIThe Profits of Religion by Upton SinclairPost Christian by Christian PiattChurch History In Plain Language by Bruce ShelleyChurch History 101: The Highlights of Twenty Centuries by Sinclair B. FergusonPagan Christianity by Frank Viola & George BarnaReframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark NelsonWebsites:Christianity.comBritannica.comChristianHistoryInstitute.orgVideos:Church History in Ten MinutesPodcasts:Five Minutes in Church HistoryStuff You Missed In the Bible In Church History++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterestYouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

It seems American Christians are going through a major identity crisis. Why is this the case? Where does it come from? Can it be redeemed? We believe a lot of issues come from not understanding Church History. In this episode we began the process of unraveling our roots so that we may began the road to a more vibrant Spiritual life. We believe there is something for everybody in this episode of Shattering the Stained Glass. We invite Spiritual Refugees and Church attenders alike to join us as we began doing some Root Work.In this episode:+ Jim talks about his first job after his prodigal years+ We do a Church History flyover from Jesus to the Reformation+ We upset Religious History buffs+ Share some takeaways from Church History (part 1)If you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com)+++++++++Resources used in this episode: This is not an exhaustive list.(Note: We do not use any affiliate links with our resource recommendations)Books:Church History Volume One by Everett FergusonChurch History In Plain Language by Bruce ShelleyChurch History 101: The Highlights of Twenty Centuries by Sinclair B. FergusonPagan Christianity by Frank Viola & George BarnaReframation by Alan Hirsch & Mark NelsonWebsites:Christianity.comBritannica.comChristianHistoryInstitute.orgVideos:Church History in Ten MinutesPodcasts:Five Minutes in Church HistoryStuff You Missed In the Bible In Church History++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterestYouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

Names tend to shape identity. Jim shares pieces of his story, the meaning behind our name, his hope for Shattering the Stained Glass and today's Spiritual Refugees. This introductory episode is made up of colorful stories and creative expressions about your host and the meaning Shattering the Stained Glass. We hope to entertain, educate, and encourage you with this episode.Jim talks about:His story through “spoken word” (apologies in advance)A few podcasts that he has grown fromC.S. LewisWhat is a Spiritual RefugeeFuture guests/topics/segmentsA bridge building experience from the inner cityIf you have a story, question, or a topic you would love for us to tackle let us know at (stainedglasspod@gmail.com)+++++++++Resources mentioned in this episode:the Holy Post podcast (https://www.holypost.com/)VOX podcast with Mike Erre (https://www.voxpodcast.com/)the Liturgist podcast (https://theliturgists.com/podcast)the Unbelievable podcast (https://rb.gy/vkcgfe )Mighty to Save (https://youtu.be/Qt4_fxU94xA )The Chronicles of Narnia ( https://www.narnia.com/us/books/ )++++++++++If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review or sharing with a friend!We are social:FacebookInstagramTwitterSnap ChatPinterestYouTube++++++++++This podcast is a production of Humble Planet Media Group

A Spiritual Refugee is one who finds themselves between the what was and the not yet in the American Church landscape.There has been a continual decline in the American Church for a while and has increased exponentially in 2020. From the Deconstructionists who have walked away completely to the ones who have doubled down in their commitment. We hope to offer something for both and those in between.Our hope with Shattering the Stained Glass is to Become a voice for the Spiritual Refugee in Post-Christian America by: -Unravel history & tradition from teachings of Jesus-Navigate the cultural “landmines” in the American Church context-Learn from others who are not like us-Learn how to apply wisdom, discernment & humilityAs your host I have lived life with one foot in the Church world & one foot outside. We expect to upset the religious elite, set some people free from the chains of religion, and give hope to those who have lost hope in religious institutions/people.Feel free to follow us on all social platforms at “stainedglasspod” or check out our website https://stainedglasspod.com/ -