SkyPilot: Faith Quest

There is a belief held by some Christians that the United States is God's chosen nation-state for bringing about God's kingdom on earth. This episode shows why that belief is false.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Years ago, I was teaching a class about the stained-glass windows in my church. As I was studying them, I saw something I hadn't noticed before: Judas had red hair. I became curios - I had to know...why was Judas depicted as having red hair? The answer may surprise you. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In this episode, I dive into the comments I've received from Trump supporters—some silly, some revealing—and explore what they tell us about the best way to influence them. Spoiler: it's not through mic-drop moments or online debates. Instead, I share a powerful, simple strategy to counter the MAGA movement and make a real impact. Join me, and Quark, as we challenge assumptions, break down flawed arguments, and explore how faith and reason should guide our political choices. Ready to change minds?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Lent : a brief history and a simple disciplineThis episode was sparked by a meme I kept encountering on the internet. I answer questions like: When did Lent start?  Why is it 40 days? Why do people give up things for Lent?And, the i offer a suggestion for a Lenten habit, and you don't even have to give anything up!———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In this episode, I dive into the comments I've received from Trump supporters—some silly, some revealing—and explore what they tell us about the best way to influence them. Spoiler: it's not through mic-drop moments or online debates. Instead, I share a powerful, simple strategy to counter the MAGA movement and make a real impact. Join me, and Quark, as we challenge assumptions, break down flawed arguments, and explore how faith and reason should guide our political choices. Ready to change minds?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Donald Trump is not just a horrible President, but a morally bankrupt person who seems almost universally drawn towards cruel, insensitive, and ethically indefensible positions. BUT nevertheless, he sits in the White House with a belief that the power of the Presidency is absolute and unquestionable. And if we are honest, those of us who oppose his leadership have not been terribly effective in our opposition. Why? This episode explains why we fail and how we need to change in order to be more successful in the future.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Many of us believer that Donald Trump would love to become King. (Let's hope he never succeeds!) Strangely, I would argue the role he has reinstated, from royal courts of old, is the jester. The episode explains how, what their function has been, how it has changed recently, and how there may be some good news in all of this. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Donald Trump is seemingly impervious to almost all attempts to get him to rethink his policies and decisions. Frustratingly, he has all the wisdom, thoughtfulness, and intentionality of a bunch of drunk monkeys (my apologies to monkeys everywhere.) So it is puzzling to realize, and even more confusing to admit, that he is arguably the most successful politician since FDR. This episode asks the question: is there some sort of magical ability or super power that we haven't yet recognized?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There are far-right conservative Christians who have supported Trump, been invited to Mar-a-Lago, and made it know that they wish to institute Christian law in the United States during his Presidency. If they get their way, they will initially base this law on the biblical Ten Commandments. This episode looks at the moral disconnect between wanting the Ten Commandments to be the law of the land under a guy who doesn't seem to follow them at all.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There is a new group of young, hyper-conservative, male Christians who have emerged on the religious and political scene. But, this happens all the time, so why is this different? They are more tech-savvy than those who have come before. They are more vocal and confrontational than most of their predecessors. And they have ties to some pretty powerful people in the Administration, and beyond. This episode will explain clearly who they are and why you should be concerned.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Today's episode is both a response to the weariness many people feel, and just my desire to occasionally create content that's intended to be fun, and nothing more. It all stared with a game (Cryptogram) I enjoy playing when I want to relax. The title says it all - ten quotes to see if you can tell the difference between quotes from the Bible and quotes from Shakespeare. Have fun with this, and enjoy the game. And remember: this isn't important. If this feels like it IS important or you find yourself getting anxious, listen to something else. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Christmas has become rife with rampant excess. And the truth is most of us have no intention of doing less. So, how can we get our focus back on Christmas...the real and unvarnished story of Christmas? Recently, I saw a commercial on television that got me thinking about about a simple but powerful solution.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest

Viewers and listeners   have reached out to say that they are discouraged and  depressed following the election.  Here is my response.  

Humility seems to be in short supply these days. Is it even possible to have a faith life that is both humble AND zealous? And what does Donald Trump have to do with all of this? All this and more in this episode!———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

This episode was sparked by witnessing the destruction and suffering that had been experienced in the southeast following hurricane Helene. Perhaps more accurately, this episode attempts to delve into the appropriate response, for people of faith, when we witness the suffering of others.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

As I was watching the interaction between Trump and his followers, I noticed a religious-like fervor. Then I asked, "Is this a cult?" After a lot of research, the final answer ultimately led me someplace new that was surprising and, to me at least, quite convincing.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I have  heard and read  a lot of words offered as proof of Jesus' tendency towards liberalism or love of  conservatism. I think, as of late, Christians are less and less a people who try to reflect the teachings of Jesus in our daily lives, and more and more we seem to be a people who want Jesus to reflect our own cultural and political favorites. So I decided to ask the question myself  is Jesus a liberal of conservative?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In response to my most recent two episodes, I have had quite a few people ask: Is Trump is the antichrist? Others have been more certain: They are absolutely sure he is. This episode looks at what the Bible says about the antichrist, what the modern expectation are, and why I think the answer to the question is absolutely clear. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

When Donald Trump calls upon Christians and tells them that, if he wins, they will never vote again, should we believe him or dismiss his promise as silly hyperbole? This video examines the convergence of his bold promises, his use of Christian Nationalism, and the beliefs of many the Christians who support him. I am a life-long Christian and I want to be clear: I am against the way he is co-opting the Christian faith and I think is it bad for both Christianity and for America.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There's a new movement in the world of conservative Christianity. It is relatively opaque and unknown, but its power and influence is growing, and if you are unaware of the NAR, it is time you learn about them, because they are on a path to change Christianity, politics, and culture in the United States. It's not hyperbole in the slightest to say that, if they succeed, politics, religion, and culture will be dramatically - and more worrisome - perhaps permanently changed. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

This topic came from a viewer.  The question: What does "saved" mean? Strangely,  the answer reveals multiple problems with the word, and also reveals how it should be understood - once we discover the way it is actually used in the Bible.  ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Our daughter recently began researching our family tree. Her discovery was surprising: we have two famous ancestors. One on my father's side and one on my mother's. These discoveries got me thinking about the importance of notable ancestors... and what it is that REALLY makes us special.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Can a children's book written for toddlers tell us something about the nature of God? Yes, and there is even scripture to back it up!———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Having just returned from vacation, I found myself wondering what god would think about our times of rest, vacation, and play?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In the book of 1 Timothy, Paul gives instruction for women to be submissive and silent. This episode asks the question, is Paul's instruction the definitive statement on the role of women in the church and community, or does the Bible have more to say on the matter?———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Monotheism is such a basic and fundamental theological concept at the heart of the three Abrahamic faiths, as well as many others. What could possibly be wrong with it? This episode does not argue against it, but instead point out, if you are a monotheist, the word may not mean what you think it means.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

 This episode is in response to a reader who suggested this topic. The thought behind this topic is simple: Has the Judeo-Christian tradition always believed in Hell? If not, where did it come from? And also , we should be aware that there are some pretty significant theological difficulties with the concept of hell. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There is word, a single word, in the Bible that has been woefully and tragically misunderstood. One interpretation of this word leads to harmony and abundant living, the other interpretation could quite possibly lead to the ruin of humanity. So, what is the word and why do so many Christians choose the interpretation that could lead to our destruction? This episode answers both questions. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

The Bible contains 66 books. Of the 27 books that comprise the New Testament, only four are dedicated to telling the story of Jesus' earthly ministry. These 4 are the Gospels. The Gospels tell the story of Easter morning and the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb, but there is surprising variation between them. This episode highlights the differences and offers explanation as to why those difference exist. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There's a St. Francis quote appearing on social media in which he seems to says that, when you die, you can and WILL "take it with you." This left me with two questions: Did he actually say this? And more importantly, what does it mean? This episode answers both questions. (Spoiler alert!) He did not say it, but...maybe he wishes he had! Watch and find out why!———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I encounter many people online who are concerned about their faith. Their concern is often expressed by asking basic questions, and most of the questions have a similar feel: Am I doing this right? This episode offers five simple questions to evaluate your faith and see if you are headed in the right direction. ———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Experts from varied professions agree on one thing: you should endeavor to live "in the now." My take is that living “in the now” is wonderful, as long as you are aware of the pitfall - the heresy - that potentially lurks within. This episode describes the heresy of now, why it is dangerous, and also surprisingly common.———————————————————————————————————————Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

An email from a listener, responding to last week's podcast, prompted me to make this episode about a simple but powerful reality for all people who follow Jesus. It can help you avoid being a stumbling block to others AND offer a tool for deeping your own faith. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Are you a person of faith? Do you know what you believe? Could you areticulate your belief to someone else, if asked? I asked a group of people on Reddit to tell me what they believed - not to tell me the tenents of their faith - but to tell me what they personally believe. I was genuinely surprised by the results. #humor #christianity results. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I have heard and read so much recently from Christians who espouse their belief that God is on the side of their political candidate. After watching so much contantious debate, it seemed less than wise to venture into those hostile waters with an opinion. And yet... I decided, "what the heck?" And so in this episode, I endevour to answer what is, in all likelyhood, an unanswerable question: If Jesus were asked who he woudl vote for, what would he say?———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I am a huge fan of hero movies. Superheros, westerns, or war heroes, I love them all. I was thinking recently about how much I enjoy them and found myself wondering if, perphaps, I am drawn to Jesus because he is the ultimate hero story. This episode examines the possible intersections between hero tropes in movies and the story of Jesus. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I recently came across a quote from Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross that caught my attention. She bluntly said there is a life choice that is so important, if you don't choose it, you are a "prostitute" and "you will not have a pleasant death."  This episode offers two opposing life choices. One is proposed by Dr. Kubler-Ross. Other is a movie quote, but it is said by none other than Morgan Freeman, who may not be God, but has played the Almighty in a movie. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In this episode, I explain how I believe many people think  God is a lot like the computer algorithm behind Wordle, the popular word puzzle. I tell you how I came to this realization, why people might hold this belief, and of course, how I think it is probably not how God really sees us. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I recently came across a post that made a simple statement: "the Bible is filled with stories." Suddenly, there was a strong response from quite a few people: “No, the Bible is true!” This episode offers an answer to two questions: is the Bible filled with stories and if so, can these stories - any stories -  be true?———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Within the the world of spirituality, faith groups, and even mental health, there is a growing movement to move away from thankfulness and towards something that sounds remarkably similar: gratitude. This episode explains the difference between the two, why there is a push for the change, and an easy method for making the change in your own life. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

In 1965, Charles Schultz, the creator of the Peanuts comic strip, released the television show A Charlie Brown Christmas. Most of the show was about Charlie Brown feeling out of sync with the rest of the world around him during the Christmas season and his trying to figure out what “Christmas is really all about. “ In the end, he comes to a breaking point, and literally yells, Isn't there anyone  who can tell me what Christmas is all about? “ To which his friend Linus replies, sure, Charlie Brown, I can tell you. Linus then famously recites the Christmas story from the gospel of Luke.  And though the gospel of Luke does indeed point Charlie Brown to the original Christmas narrative, it, perhaps does not do what Charlie Brown asked for. He doesn't ask for the Christmas story, but instead asks a very specific question: What is Christmas all about? This episode takes the original Christmas story and looks at what Christmas is really all about. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

If you live in the United States, like I do (even if you didn't grow up religious) you probably feel like you have a pretty good mastery of the Christmas story. And yet, there are elements of the story that we learned as children, that are assumed as factual, but which some Biblical scholars now argue may not be correct. None of these challenges the core of the Christian faith, but some of these are genuinely surprising. This episode presents 5 popular and well-known elements of the Christmas story that may be wrong.———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

A viewer wrote to me and said, if only believers could prove their faith and prove the existence of God, then he, and many others, would not only take them seriously, but believe themselves. This episode is my response. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

Running is one of those pastimes where most of us feel like there are "real" runners, and then there are just those who run. “Real” runners are the dedicated...the special...the elite. I watched a half marathon run by our home on Thanksgiving Day and it caused me to wonder, what exactly makes someone a “real” runner?———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

This episode was sparked by quotes from two famous people.  One is Steve Jobs, the billionaire entrepreneur. The other is Brandon Saunderson, the prolific fantasy author. The first quote was said by Steve Jobs at a college commencement as he shared his thoughts about the best way to approach every day in life. The other quote was written by Sanderson but not spoken by him.  It was spoken by a character named Denth in one of his novels. In the end, this episode  attempts to answer the question as to who our daily motivation should...and should not be. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

I was scrolling through my social media feeds when I came across a quote from Neil deGrasse Tyson in which he describes the nature of philosophy, theology, and science. I was so intrigued, that I  began to research the quote as well as Dr Tyson's beliefs.  This episode is the result of that quest.  ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

This episode starts by quoting Colin Cowherd as he talks about the problem hindering the Dallas Cowboys. It then talks about who does or doesn't have the best coffee. We go in search of the best city in the entire world to live in - and then tie all of this together in hopes of living a more healthy faith and practicing a more healthy religion - regardless of your faith.———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

The question for this episode is so simple: what is Jesus' name? And yet, the vast majority of Christians probably couldn't come close to answering this question. Check out the latest episode!  Test your knowledge!  Be the first on your block to actually know his name!———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

While some within Christianity debate whether or not Jesus had siblings, there are others who believe that he had nothing less than a twin brother! And, the person they believe to be his twin, is someone you have heard of. ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg

There has been a great deal of effort amongst those who study the Bible and ancient history, to peel away the opaque layers of centuries and get closer to understanding the historical Jesus. But what about his mother,  Mary? What do we know about her? And, how has the church tried to shape our understanding of her through the 2000 years since she lived? ———————————————————————————————————————. Have a spiritual, theological, or religious question you would like me to tackle?Contact me via email:    Dan@SkyPilot.zoneAnd be sure to check me out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkyPilotFaithQuest...........................................................................................Music: Composed for SkyPilot: Faith Quest by Arlan Sunnarborg