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The Metanoia Podcast, hosted by author and pastor Brandan Robertson, explores life's big questions with some of the leading voices in religion, philosophy, and spirituality.

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    • Aug 6, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 61 EPISODES


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    Wrestling with God

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 18:40


    God wants us to be honest and authentic with our faith and our doubts- even if sometimes we ended up walking away with a limp.  This sermon was recorded at Sunnyside Reformed Church in New York City on August 6, 2023.  To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    Knowing God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 22:34


    What do we talk about when we talk about God? How can we know the Creator of all that is? I explore this and more in this weeks message.   This sermon was recorded at Sunnyside Reformed Church in New York City on July 23, 2023.  To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    Justified

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 18:20


    It's easy to live in overwhelming shame and guilt- but the Gospel reminds us that we are loved, even when we fail.  This sermon was recorded at Sunnyside Reformed Church in New York City on July 30, 2023.  To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    Love Period

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 20:58


    In a day where nobody knows what it actually means to be a Christian, I explore the simple path that Jesus demonstrated and Paul preached- love, period.  This sermon was recorded at Sunnyside Reformed Church in New York City on July 16. 2023.  To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    Living For God Alone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 19:11


    So many of us spend so much time trying to be who we believe other people want us to be- and we run ourselves ragged. What would it look like if we truly lived for God's approval alone?    I explore this in my sermon at Sunnyside Reformed Church on July 9, 2023. Listen in!   To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    I Dream of a Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 15:24


    This is the first sermon I delivered as Pastor of Sunnyside Reformed Church in Queens, NY on July 2, 2023. 

    An Active Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 20:13


    In this weeks episode, Rev. Brandan reflects on the active faith that Jesus embodied and taught and calls on followers of Christ to move beyond an inward, self-oriented religion to a faith primarily focused on being a channel of God's love and justice to others. This message was recorded at Sunnyside Reformed Church in Queens, New York on June 18, 2023.  To support the work of Faith for the Rest of Us, join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/brandanjrobertson

    S2E9:After Jesus, Before Christianity with Dr. Hal Taussig

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 58:25


    Rev. Brandan Robertson discusses the groundbreaking new book from the Westar Institute, "After Jesus, Before Christianity" with one of the leading scholars of Christian History, Dr. Hal Taussig. Learn more about the book here.

    S2E8: The Privilege Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 16:13


    In this weeks episode, Rev. Brandan reflects on the message of Philippians 2 as an answer to the question, "What does it mean to follow Jesus?".    Learn more about Metanoia Church at MetanoiaCommunity.org 

    S2E7: Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis on Fierce Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 51:06


    In this weeks conversation, Rev. Brandan chats with Rev. Jacqui Lewis about her powerful new book "Fierce Love", and how loving our neighbor might just save our nation and world. 

    S2E6: The Hopeful Cynic with Nadia Bolz Weber

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 54:35


    In this weeks episode, Brandan speaks with New York Time's Best-selling author and Lutheran Pastor Nadia Bolz Weber about faith and life in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, cancel culture, and why she's still a Christian after everything.

    S2E5:The Second Coming?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 19:21


    This is a recording of Rev. Brandan's message to Metanoia Church on February 6, 2022 about the second coming of Christ.    To learn more and to join Metanoia Church live, visit MetanoiaCenter.org 

    S2E4: You Are A Prophet (Sunday Sermon by Rev. Brandan Robertson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 23:04


    This is the Sunday Reflection given by Rev. Brandan Robertson at our Metanoia Church gathering on 1/30/2022.  To attend Metanoia Church live on the first and third Sunday's of each month at 11 AM ET, register at MetanoiaCenter.org

    S2E3:A Conversation with Jon Steingard- ”Life After God”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 58:51


    On todays podcast, I chat with former Christian musician and lead singer of the band Hawk Nelson Jon Steingard about his journey from Christian celebrity to atheist.  

    S2 E2: You Are A Spiritual Gift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 26:26


    This weeks episode is a recording of the sermon given at Metanoia Church on 1/15/22 by Rev. Brandan Robertson.  Join us live on the first and third Sunday of each month at 11 AM ET. Register at MetanoiaCenter.org

    S2 Ep 1:Living the Lord's Prayer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 38:52


    Welcome back to the Metanoia Podcast!  In today's episode, Rev. Brandan explores the Lord's Prayer as a foundational guide for how progressive people of faith may live in 2022.  To support this work and to join Rev. Brandan for live podcast recording every week via zoom, become a Patron today. 

    Bible Study Week 15 | Mark 14b

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 62:39


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org   This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 14 | Mark 13-14a

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 60:09


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study  This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 13 | Mark 12

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 55:42


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 12 | Mark 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 62:17


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 11 | Mark 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 52:34


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 10 | Mark 8 & 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 59:37


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 9 | Mark 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 52:43


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Episode 6 | The Future of Religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 44:27


    In this episode, Rev. Brandan explores his perspective on the future of religion with a live audience on TikTok. 

    Bible Study Week 8 | Mark 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 58:59


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Bible Study Week 7 | Mark 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 61:17


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study 

    Episode 5 | Lets Talk About Sex

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 55:03


    In this episode, Rev. Brandan explores his perspective on a progressive Christian sexual ethic, rooted in a values centered rather than rules constrained understanding of sex.  Recommended Reading:  Liberating Sexuality by Miguel De La Torre  Tantric Jesus by James Hughes Reho Beyond Shame by Matthias Roberts  Just Love by Margaret Farley Sign up for Rev. Brandan's "True Inclusion" E-Course Here: https://courses.katyvalentine.com/true-inclusion-with-pastor-brandan-robertson

    Bible Study Week 6 | Mark 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 63:29


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study 

    Episode 4 | Jesus & The Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 42:38


    In this episode, Rev. Brandan explores the idea that there may be a distinction between the Jesus of History and the Christ of Faith. Why would this division matter? How could it inform our Christian life and faith? Listen in for a thought provoking discussion! 

    Bible Study Week 5 | Mark4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 62:41


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study  This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Episode 3 | The Problematic Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 58:14


    In this weeks episode, Brandan asks controversial questions about The Apostle Paul and his understanding of the gospel. Why are Paul and Jesus so different? Tune in to hear his answer. Recommended Reading: Paul the Progressive?: The Compassionate Christian's Guide to Reclaiming the Apostle as an Ally (Eric Smith) Paul and Jesus: How the Apostle Transformed Christianity (James Tabor) The Political Teachings of Jesus (Todd Linberg) In Search of Paul: How Jesus' Apostle Opposed Rome's Empire with God's Kingdom (John Dominic Crossan) James the Brother of Jesus: The Key to Unlocking the Secrets of Early Christianity and the Dead Sea Scrolls (Robert Eisenman) Paul: The Pagan's Apostle (Paula Fredrickson) When Christians Were Jews: The First Generation (Paula Fredrickson) The Lost Religion of Jesus: Simple Living and Nonviolence in Early Christianity (Keith Akers) James, Brother of Jesus, and the Jerusalem Church: A Radical Exploration of Christian Origins (Alan Saxby)

    Bible Study Week 4 | Mark 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 61:50


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org/study    This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Episode 2 | The Christian Case for LGBTQ+ Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 59:20


    In this weeks episode, Rev. Brandan shares a summary of his Biblical case for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Church. To go deeper, check out his book "The Gospel of Inclusion" which is now available in both English and Spanish. 

    Bible Study Week 3 | Mark 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 62:05


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org   This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Episode 1 | My Spiritual Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 55:19


    In our first episode, Rev. Brandan shares an overview of his spiritual journey and how he came to this moment- launching the Metanoia Community. 

    Bible Study Week 2 | Mark 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 60:52


    This is the audio from our weekly study led by Rev. Brandan Robertson through the Gospel of Mark. You can join us live every Thursday at 9 PM ET via Zoom by registering at www.metanoiacenter.org   This study is based on Ben Witheringtons Commentary on the Book of Mark. 

    Episode 3 | Roots with Dr. Diana Butler Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 30:34


    This season, we're walking through the chapters of my new book "Nomad: A Spirituality for Traveling Light" and having conversations with some of the brilliant spiritual lights who have shaped my own spiritual journey about the themes of the book.  Today, we chat with best-selling author and religion scholar Dr. Diana Butler Bass. To order your copy of "Nomad", visit NomadBook.org 

    Episode 2 | Wander with Jonathan Merritt

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 27:15


    This season, we're walking through the chapters of my new book "Nomad: A Spirituality for Traveling Light" and having conversations with some of the brilliant spiritual lights who have shaped my own spiritual journey about the themes of the book.  Today, we chat with author and journalist Jonathan Merritt.  To order your copy of "Nomad", visit NomadBook.org 

    Season 2 | Episode 1: Wonder with Fr. Richard Rohr

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 28:17


    Welcome to Season 2 of The Quest Podcast.  This season, we're walking through the chapters of my new book "Nomad: A Spirituality for Traveling Light" and having conversations with some of the brilliant spiritual lights who have shaped my own spiritual journey about the themes of the book.  Today, we chat with renowned writer and teacher Fr. Richard Rohr.  To order your copy of "Nomad", visit NomadBook.org   

    Episode 22 | Jesus vs. Ceasar with Dr. Joerg Rieger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 56:08


    In todays episode, I chat with Dr. Joerg Rieger, the Founding Director of the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion and Justice at Vanderbilt University and prolific author of his latest book "Jesus vs. Ceasar: For People Tired Of Serving the Wrong God."  To find out more about Dr. Rieger, click here.   

    Episode 21 | The Religious Left with Jack Jenkins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 53:02


    In this weeks show, I chat with religion reporter and author Jack Jenkins about his new book "American Prophets" which explores the impact of the religious left on American public life.  Find more about Jack here. 

    Episode 20 | The Church After COVID-19 with Diana Butler Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 58:39


    In todays episode I sit down with my friend the progressive Christian author and historian Diana Butler Bass to talk about the challenges and opportunities facing faith communities during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic.    For more information about Diana Butler Bass, visit her website here. 

    Episode 19 | Christ in Crisis with Jim Wallis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 32:20


    In this episode, I chat with author, activist, and founder of Sojourners Jim Wallis about how progressive people of faith can better engage in political action and social renewal.    PLEASE NOTE: There are some audio glitches in this interview that we are working to remedy ASAP. Thanks for your understanding. 

    Episode 18 | The Lie with William Dameron

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2019 33:10


    On todays episode, I chat with memoirist William Dameron about his new book The Lie, which outlines his journey to reconcile his queer sexuality with the life he was living as a heterosexual, married man. We chat about the journey of embracing ones true self, the pressure of religion and culture, and the need for real connection in an overly connected world.  To find out more about William Dameron, click here. 

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    Episode 17 | Learning From Theologies of Old with Gavin Ortlund

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 33:38


    In todays episode, we switch to a more theological gear where I interview conservative evangelical pastor and scholar Gavin Ortlund about how learning from theologies of ancient scholars is important for religious movements in the twenty first century.  To find out more about Gavin, click here.  And as always, you can learn more about Patchwork at PatchworkPod.com 

    Episode 16 | Asymmetrical Politics with Matt Grossman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 32:04


    In todays episode, I talk with political science professor and author Matt Grossman about the differences between the Democratic and Republican parties and why our nation continues to be politically polarized.  To find out more about Dr. Grossman, click here. 

    Episode 15 | The Inner World of the White House with Kate Andersen Brower

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 31:30


    In today's episode, I chat with journalist and best-selling author Kate Andersen-Brower, a former White House reporter for Bloomberg News and the author multiple books on life within the White House. We chat about what life is really like for the President, First Ladies, Vice President, and those who work within the that iconic building, and get a glimpse of the human side of the worlds most powerful democracy.  For more information about Kate, click here. 

    Episode 14 | I Am Yours with Reema Zaman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019 46:39


    In this weeks episode, I chat with ward-winning writer, speaker, sexual assault survivor and recovery coach, Reema Zaman. Born in Bangladesh, raised in Thailand, and presently residing in Oregon, she holds a double BA in Gender Studies and Theater from Skidmore College. She is the author of the acclaimed book I Am Yours.  To find our more about Reema, click here. 

    Episode 13 | How to Hide An Empire with Dr. Daniel Immerwahr

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2019 39:01


    Welcome to Season 2! On this episode, I chat with historian and author Dr. Daniel Immerwahr about his new book "How to Hide an Empire: The History of the Greater United States" which explores Americas imperial conquests around the world and the ways it shapes our politics and public identity.  To find out more about Dr. Immerwahr, click here. 

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    Episode 12 | Darwin Devolves with Dr. Michael Behe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 38:08


    In todays episode, I chat with scientist Michael Behe about his new book Darwin Devolves and the case for Intelligent Design in the scientific arena.  To find out more information about Dr. Behe, click here.  Support the Patchwork podcast financially here. 

    Episode 11 | A Spirituality to Save The World with Michael Dowd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2019 46:23


    On todays episode, I talk with one of the most prominent voices in the movement for ecospirituality, Michael Dowd on the urgency of our climate crisis and how a spirituality rooted in nature could help to save the human species.  For more information about Michaels work, click here.  Support the Patchwork podcast financially here. 

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