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3 episodes with after doubt
2 episodes with after doubt
Rob's sermon is titled, "After Doubt."
Pastor Dru emphasizes that true and genuine faith is not developed in isolation but within a community of believers. Drawing from the book "After Doubt" by A.J. Subota and passages from 1 Peter, he encourages embracing trials together to strengthen and honor our faith.
In Part 1 we talked about deconstruction being an intellectual, emotional, and relational process. In this episode we offer thoughts, practices, and encouragement especially for parents, pastors, and friends to those who are deconstructing. We also consider the doubts and failures in Jesus' disciples, and how Jesus orchestrated circumstances perfectly to expose his disciples' limits and offer opportunities for transformation. Therefore, in the disciple-making process we can expect major doubts and failures. As disciple-makers and spiritual leaders, what systems and environments do we create that either incentivize our disciples to hide their fears and doubts or welcome them as a natural part of the journey? Big idea: build muscles that help us hold space for doubt, questions, and dissonance; be curious; create safe places; let go of control; be a loving presence Join Ryan and Lewie and our guests, Jeff Hayden and Anna Robinson, around the table as they share their thoughts and personal experiences with this important and relevant topic. Recommended reading: After Doubt by AJ Swaboda
In the Season 4 premiere episode of the Behold Podcast, our hosts Beth Whitney and Craig Hardinger discuss the most impactful books they've read in 2023. Sit back and enjoy the dialogue between Beth and Craig as they share the stories that inspire and challenge them. Beth's Reading List: 1. "Everything Sad is Untrue" - Daniel Nayeri https://amzn.to/49gUhNB 2. "Telling the Truth: the Gospel as Comedy, Tragedy, and Fairytale" -Frederick Buechner https://amzn.to/3wi1QFv 3."Get Out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts" - Jennie Allen https://amzn.to/4bEl6wT 4. "The Invisible Library" -Genevieve Cogman https://amzn.to/3uArB3a 5. "7 Family Ministry Essentials" - Michelle Anthony & Megan Marshman https://amzn.to/49DIkBF Craig's Reading List: 1. "After Doubt" - A.J. Swoboda https://amzn.to/3SY5ywB 2. "John Newton: From Disgrace to Amazing Grace" - Jonathan Aitken https://amzn.to/3UHpLrU 3. "The Lies We Are Told, The Truth We Must Hold" - Sharon James https://amzn.to/3wkDbzZ 4. "Bullies and Saints" -John Dickson https://amzn.to/49fUEbc 5. "How The Nations Rage" - Jonathan Leeman https://amzn.to/3wijrgkIf you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or feedback about this podcast. Please send our team an e-mail at behold@arcadechurch.com Follow us on Social Media Instagram: @arcadechurch YouTube: Arcade.Church Facebook: Arcade Church
Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus, the church, and its tradition? Can we question our faith without losing it?In this episode, Dominic chats with award-winning author, pastor, and professor A. J. Swoboda to discuss how to move through seasons of doubt towards the heart of the gospel.Mentioned in the Episode:AJ SwobodaOur Website:PursuingFaith.orgWe'd love to hear from you! info@pursuingfaith.org
James Bryan Smith has a second Things Above conversation with AJ Swoboda. James interviews AJ on his latest book, “After Doubt.” Learn more about AJ on his website here! Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. The Best […] The post Conversation with AJ Swoboda Part Two appeared first on Apprentice Institute.
Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin talk about deconstructing; where has this come from and how should we engage?Questions Covered in This Episode:Let's talk about deconstruction: Where has this come from?What is the most helpful way for us to approach people's real questions?Don't we also need cultural deconstruction?How often are we deconstructing how culture (sarcasm, the sexual revolution, systemic injustice) has influenced us and our beliefs?Can the church be salvaged? Why not just embrace an anti-institutional practice of following Jesus?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:John 6:60-71“After Doubt” by A. J. SwobodaAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church.Follow Us:Instagram | TwitterOur Sister Shows:Knowing Faith | The Family Discipleship PodcastConfronting Christianity is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon.
Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin talk about deconstructing; where has this come from and how should we engage?Questions Covered in This Episode:Let's talk about deconstruction: Where has this come from?What is the most helpful way for us to approach people's real questions?Don't we also need cultural deconstruction?How often are we deconstructing how culture (sarcasm, the sexual revolution, systemic injustice) has influenced us and our beliefs?Can the church be salvaged? Why not just embrace an anti-institutional practice of following Jesus?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:John 6:60-71“After Doubt” by A. J. SwobodaAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church.Follow Us:Instagram | TwitterOur Sister Shows:Knowing Faith | The Family Discipleship PodcastConfronting Christianity is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon.
In this week's deep dive conversation, Brian Russell describes and defends from the Bible the phenomenon and experience of deconstruction. He shares from his personal experience using Scripture, contemplative spirituality, theology and a loving heart to offer a moving and helpful episode for those in seasons of doubt and uncertainty. This episode will also help pastors and spiritually minded persons who seek to support those experiencing deconstruction. Brian's Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Brian Russell's Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Resources Recommended on Today's Episode: Merton, New Seeds of Contemplation https://amzn.to/3RrQRy6 Gerald May, The Dark Night of the Soul https://amzn.to/3SPjV3o AJ Swoboda, After Doubt https://amzn.to/3rtE1EF Episode 45: AJ Swoboda https://youtu.be/RukKjSyOSkU C.S. Lewis, The Great Divorce https://amzn.to/3C2JnvJ Paul Tillich, The Courage to Be https://amzn.to/3US84Dz Brian's Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer Information on Brian's Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support. #deconstruction #darknightofthesoul #contemplative
Today's episode is my big take aways from a book that Christopher and I just read through, "After Doubt" by AJ Swoboda. And I need y'all to buckle up for today's episode! This was requested by a friend from NH, and it couldn't have come at a better time… I go into this about how Christopher and I have been walking through some really tough questions this year and we do not know what to do with unanswered questions. And ultimately our goal today and should be always is, "how can you doubt with intention to fully grow closer to Christ?". But here's what I know to be true, y'all. That you and I are supremely loved by God in a way that we don't deserve and can't return. I know that you and I are individually made and have purpose and are important. Don't underestimate the smallest of baby steps towards looking more like Jesus, because this fully delights God. And I'll leave you with my absolute favorite verse that is and will forever be my life verse from Lamentations 3:22-23: "Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."Love y'all deep. And head on over to the instagram (@everymomneedsafriend) for more content and show notes!
The bishops speak with author and theologian Brian McLaren about the sacred practice of listening for understanding and entering conversations with curiosity instead of certainty. What does it mean to foster a climate of faithful inquiry grounded in respect for each person's dignity? What does it mean to be ready to embrace the truth? When the conditions are right, fruit can be born and genuine friendships can be built. ● About Brian McLaren. ● Faith[1] After Doubt by Brian McLaren ● John Wesley's sermon “Catholic Spirit.” ● Get to know someone who doesn't look or think like you. This resource sheet from Safe Places for the Advancement of Community and Equity can help. ● Conversation Tools ● Resolution 3331. Doctrine of Discovery ● What does The United Methodist Church say about racism? Link updated to a Black-owned bookstore in Silver Spring.
The hosts talk with Matt Cozart about the book After Doubt and discuss his experience of reconstructing his faith.
Amy and Marcy continue the discussion about the book After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith Without Losing It, by A. J. Swoboda. After Doubt: https://www.amazon.com/After-Doubt-Question-without-Losing/dp/1587434512
This week Amy and Marcy discuss the book After Doubt: How to Question Your faith without Losing It by A.J. Swoboda. After Doubt: https://www.amazon.com/After-Doubt-Question-without-Losing/dp/1587434512
ATM makes history as we welcome our first outside guest to the podcast. Dr. A.J. Swoboda joins us for a conversation about his latest book "After Doubt." Be encouraged in this special episode as AJ shares how we can question our faith without losing it.
Is doubt natural? Is deconstruction ever legitimate? Is reconstruction possible? Jake and Michael talk with A.J. Swoboda about his book After Doubt. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, University of Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Subversive Sabbath. He is married to Quinn and is the proud father of Elliot. They live and work in Eugene, Oregon. Follow A.J.: https://www.ajswobodawrites.com/ (https://www.ajswobodawrites.com/) Find complete show notes & links on our site www.vast.faith. Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkp1UjdmQmp3d3Z3UW9naTROREtjTVBWajJrQXxBQ3Jtc0tuWVY3YmRrUzA2VGJMalR4NDZ0R2VxOUhtWDZaekh6NUR1d2tSYVdiZ194SjFhb1VLdGtRTWZqZzRiX2Y2RDFIcGhkeXk0X3V5MnlUT0Ffc1pSRm1NNVZmX0k4Tlpob3FfbWc3clU5QWhsZlFiQm1Oaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvastfaith%2F (https://www.instagram.com/vastfaith/) Twitter: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblB5cnBFbFhwZUtxeHFESEhFNG9qQ0pQVEJkZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttR1BYY3BuVGttdFRFeUhiZFdnQXN1cUJNOENmTHhBS0FrTVlseVZZMU1jMEh2aUNvNVNYTmJWSk9hQ3NpaHZJTmY1cHM5QUY0d0hyRXJrUzY5Z2hhUHJqcEJqWE1WSzZOd2lVdTB0YUctUFBmeU50QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FVastFaith (https://twitter.com/VastFaith) Follow Jake: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU5ic0R1NlNaZ1huSXlZNzVsMExhYkxia3FKQXxBQ3Jtc0tud1ozeDZUemtWZzdqcnRTVVNNMjlCT2p2TmRfalFIZW9rWkh5S3lJamFTR3ZxenlhYmVvZzFINTFmbUE5VUhPM1Q2MnpVUDcwQjd1UWl0VmZLcndBQXBtV0dJd2drY0tuU09CT0s1Ym53bXQyalJxOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fjakesweetman (https://www.instagram.com/jakesweetman) Follow Michael: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXduMXp2Rk13WGlGZ0NTNnFGeERxcXc1NXV2QXxBQ3Jtc0ttQ1JBSFZHV29ZU0lTSklHZ0FPaFJWVUlkQkJPRHhvTldCSm5VcXlnbURTMXJoRzE1Wm9Yb3ROTTlFYkVFNFlBQldPSHdVbGltelhDODVSOEFxc2U1RDM4eURjMUxjbVJWVkxsekhFeFVVYk9uanQyVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmichaelwhittle (https://www.instagram.com/michaelwhittle) Feel free to shoot us an email at mw@vast.faith with any feedback, recommendations, questions, or ideas for future topics of conversation.
Is doubt natural? Is deconstruction ever legitimate? Is reconstruction possible? Jake and Michael talk with A.J. Swoboda about his book After Doubt. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, University of Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Subversive Sabbath. He is married to Quinn and is the proud father of Elliot. They live and work in Eugene, Oregon. Follow A.J.: https://www.ajswobodawrites.com/ (https://www.ajswobodawrites.com/) Find complete show notes & links on our site www.vast.faith. Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkp1UjdmQmp3d3Z3UW9naTROREtjTVBWajJrQXxBQ3Jtc0tuWVY3YmRrUzA2VGJMalR4NDZ0R2VxOUhtWDZaekh6NUR1d2tSYVdiZ194SjFhb1VLdGtRTWZqZzRiX2Y2RDFIcGhkeXk0X3V5MnlUT0Ffc1pSRm1NNVZmX0k4Tlpob3FfbWc3clU5QWhsZlFiQm1Oaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fvastfaith%2F (https://www.instagram.com/vastfaith/) Twitter: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblB5cnBFbFhwZUtxeHFESEhFNG9qQ0pQVEJkZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttR1BYY3BuVGttdFRFeUhiZFdnQXN1cUJNOENmTHhBS0FrTVlseVZZMU1jMEh2aUNvNVNYTmJWSk9hQ3NpaHZJTmY1cHM5QUY0d0hyRXJrUzY5Z2hhUHJqcEJqWE1WSzZOd2lVdTB0YUctUFBmeU50QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FVastFaith (https://twitter.com/VastFaith) Follow Jake: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU5ic0R1NlNaZ1huSXlZNzVsMExhYkxia3FKQXxBQ3Jtc0tud1ozeDZUemtWZzdqcnRTVVNNMjlCT2p2TmRfalFIZW9rWkh5S3lJamFTR3ZxenlhYmVvZzFINTFmbUE5VUhPM1Q2MnpVUDcwQjd1UWl0VmZLcndBQXBtV0dJd2drY0tuU09CT0s1Ym53bXQyalJxOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fjakesweetman (https://www.instagram.com/jakesweetman) Follow Michael: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXduMXp2Rk13WGlGZ0NTNnFGeERxcXc1NXV2QXxBQ3Jtc0ttQ1JBSFZHV29ZU0lTSklHZ0FPaFJWVUlkQkJPRHhvTldCSm5VcXlnbURTMXJoRzE1Wm9Yb3ROTTlFYkVFNFlBQldPSHdVbGltelhDODVSOEFxc2U1RDM4eURjMUxjbVJWVkxsekhFeFVVYk9uanQyVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmichaelwhittle (https://www.instagram.com/michaelwhittle) Feel free to shoot us an email at mw@vast.faith with any feedback, recommendations, questions, or ideas for future topics of conversation.
Welcome to the All of Life podcast from Redemption Church Tempe where we have conversations on faith, culture, theology, and beyond to help us live all of life all for Jesus. In this episode, we have the opportunity to interview A.J. Swoboda about the topic of deconstruction and his newest book, “After Doubt." A.J. is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. Contributors for this podcast were Josh Butler and A.J. Swoboda. Audio mixed by Logan Bonjean, music provided by Warren Williams, and this podcast was produced by Logan Bonjean. Subscribe to the All of Life podcast and to get more information on Redemption Church Tempe download our app or email tempe@redemptionaz.com.
Though it's certainly not a new phenomenon, there is a growing number of Christians, particularly in the West, who are deconstructing parts of the religion they've inherited. Is it possible to travel that road without completely abandoning Christianity? Can doubt and deconstruction actually lead to a more rich and authentic faith in Jesus? Today's guest thinks so. Dr. Aj Swoboda joins Exploring Exile drawing on his most recent book and his many experiences walking the desert of doubt with young adults in the Pacific Northwest. To order After Doubt or any other books by Dr. Swoboda -- https://www.ajswobodawrites.com To listen to AJ's brilliant podcast, co-hosted by Ninja Gupta -- In Faith and Doubt Add your voice to the conversation and connect more on the Exploring Exile Facebook page --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/exploringexile/support
Not Many of You Should Become Teachers,' is a podcast that explores the world of K-12 education as it intersects with the Christian faith. In this episode, we host Dr. AJ Swoboda who is a professor at Bushnell University and Fuller Seminary. He is also the author of numerous books including "After Doubt." Music by Josh Woodward (www.joshwoodward.com). www.notmanyofyou.com @notmanyofyou @MrRileyDueck @MrMcFTeaches @MrAJSwoboda
A.J. Swoboda wrote a book called AFTER DOUBT, which came out in early 2021. It has received hundreds of favorable reviews from readers, and it has generated rich conversations about faith, doubt, deconstruction, and walking with Jesus in the mess of real life. In this ep, Nijay and AJ chat about the kinds of questions that have emerged over 2021 as he has interacted with readers and other scholars.
Is it possible to question your faith without losing it? In this episode, Josh interviews A. J. Swoboda about A. J.'s new book, After Doubt. Topics include: causes of religious deconstruction amongst younger Christians, how to walk through seasons of doubt, and the kind of churches that can minister well in the wilderness of suffering and unanswered questions. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and World Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and Leadership at Fuller Seminary. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Subversive Sabbath (Brazos) and the recently released After Doubt (Brazos). He is the co-host of the “In Faith and Doubt” podcast with Dr. Nijay Gupta. He lives in Eugene, Oregon with his wife Quinn, son Elliot, dog Diggory, and a coop full of emotionally unstable chickens.
"Some valorize doubt; others demonize it...[but there's] an alternative path" After a long podcast silence, Stanford and Peter are back with a banger! They sit down with A.J. Swoboda, pastor, professor, and author of After Doubt - a popular new book exploring the experience of deconstruction and doubt and asking the very simple question: "is it possible to question your faith without losing it?". Chances are that you or someone you love is in the beginning, middle, or ending stages of a deconstruction journey. These stories are common, often-disorienting, and sometimes-exhilarating. We hope that this conversation is helpful regardless of where you are on that journey. There's more to say than what could be said in this short conversation, but this is a great place to start: What is deconstruction? Why does it seem to be happening so much right now? How do you believe something you don't necessarily like? Where does the Church go from here? Want more from A.J.? Read his book: After Doubt Listen to his podcast: In Faith and Doubt
Has anyone ever told you to embrace doubts? That's what AJ Swoboda recommends, and he walks you through the steps in his book https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54233269-after-doubt (After Doubt). Get some of his insight from this interview with https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/staff/keith-simon/ (Pastor Keith Simon). Interested in more content like this? Scroll down for more resources and related episodes, including Keith's sermon https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/do-good-christians-have-doubts-about-god/ (Do Good Christians Have Doubts About God?) and https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/4-signs-youve-turned-politics-into-an-idol/ (4 Signs You've Turned Politics Into an Idol). Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit ourhttps://www.thecrossingchurch.com/ ( website) and follow us onhttps://www.facebook.com/TenMinuteBibleTalks ( Facebook),https://www.instagram.com/thecrossingcomo/ ( Instagram), andhttps://twitter.com/tmbtpodcast ( Twitter) @TheCrossingCOMO and @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Outline 0:30 - Guest interview AJ Swobodo's about his book https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54233269-after-doubt (After Doubt) 4:40 - https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/do-good-christians-have-doubts-about-god/ (Do Good Christians Have Doubts About God?) 6:45 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+22&version=NIV (Psalm 22) 13:00 - Patterns in doubts and deconstruction 19:25 - Withstanding deconstruction through transitions 25:10 - https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/was-purity-culture-a-bad-idea-6-myths-you-should-kiss-goodbye/ (Was Purity Culture a Bad Idea?) 29:10 - https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/4-signs-youve-turned-politics-into-an-idol/ (4 Signs You've Turned Politics Into an Idol) 38:05 - https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/arent-christians-told-not-to-judge/ (Aren't Christians Told Not to Judge?) 39:45 - Post-Christianity? 44:30 - Subscribe. Rate. Share. Social Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TenMinuteBibleTalks ( https://www.facebook.com/TenMinuteBibleTalks) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thecrossingcomo/ ( https://www.instagram.com/thecrossingcomo/) Twitter:https://twitter.com/tmbtpodcast ( https://twitter.com/tmbtpodcast) Passages Psalm 22: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+22&version=NIV (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+22&version=NIV) References After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith Without Losing It by AJ Swoboda: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54233269-after-doubt (https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54233269-after-doubt) Resources Do Good Christians Have Doubts About God?: https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/do-good-christians-have-doubts-about-god/ (https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/do-good-christians-have-doubts-about-god/) Aren't Christians Told Not to Judge?: https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/arent-christians-told-not-to-judge/ (https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/media-feeds/arent-christians-told-not-to-judge/) Related Was Purity Culture a Bad Idea?: https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/was-purity-culture-a-bad-idea-6-myths-you-should-kiss-goodbye/ (https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/was-purity-culture-a-bad-idea-6-myths-you-should-kiss-goodbye/) Donald Trump and Evangelical Masculinity: https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/are-all-christians-conservative-guest-interview-with-dr-kristin-kobes-du-mez/ (https://www.thecrossingchurch.com/podcasts/are-all-christians-conservative-guest-interview-with-dr-kristin-kobes-du-mez/) 4 Signs You've Turned Politics Into an Idol:... Support this podcast
Christians say we should grow in our faith, but what happens when we end up dismantling it instead? Two stories of people pulling apart the Christianity they once knew. This episode is in partnership with The Gospel Coalition. Featuring A.J. Swoboda (author of After Doubt). Co-hosted by Ivan Mesa.
How do we reckon with our own doubt? Can we do so in the context of the church? Listen in to this wide-ranging conversation with A.J. Swoboda to find a pathway and roadmap through — to see doubt not as an absence of faith but a sister to it. LINKS A.J's newest book, After Doubt A.J.'s website Follow A.J. on Twitter Another great book of his, Subversive Sabbath ONE SMALL STEP Spend 10 minutes is silence and solitude before God. Write down your doubts. See what happens. Bring some of those doubts to your real, embodied community. Find safe, wise, and trusted people to share them with and ask them to walk with you in and through them. Consider reading After Doubt together. GIVEAWAY! As we go through this short series on the pandemic and relationships, leave a review of the Finding Holy Podcast on iTunes! Make sure to tag me on social media so I can enter you to win a copy of one of the great books we're hearing about! Here's how to leave a review: How to leave an rating or review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device or computer) 1 Open the Podcasts app or go to podcasts.apple.com. 2 Choose “Search” and search for “Finding Holy Podcast.” 3 Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes) 4 Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews 5 Click “Write a Review” underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. Your listenership helps good conversations happen! If you've found this episode helpful and encouraging, please share it with a friend! Leaving a review on iTunes helps keep the conversations going. *links to Amazon are affiliate links
Today on the podcast, Alex and Ashleigh interview Dr. AJ Swoboda, author of the book After Doubt. They talk about the difference between doubt and deconstruction and how the church can support those that are struggling with doubt. Resources to dig deeper: We have After Doubt in our digital library or you can purchase a […]
Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus? Can we question our faith without losing it? Author, of "After Doubt" pastor and professor A.J. Swoboda, joins us to discuss how doubt is a natural part of our spiritual journey and deconstruction is a legitimate space to encounter the living God. However, deconstruction is not a place you want to stay long because Jesus calls us to rebuild. Then Scott Hubbard, author at desiringgod.org, joins Bill to discuss the truth that our vast, limitless, loving God is concerned and content with small things.
Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus, the church, and its tradition? Can we question our faith without losing it? Matt chats with AJ about his new book, After Doubt: How To Question Your Faith Without Losing It. ABOUT A. J. Swoboda (PhD, University of Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University in Eugene, Oregon, and leads a Doctor of Ministry cohort on the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author or editor of numerous books, including Subversive Sabbath, winner of a Christianity Today Book Award (Spiritual Formation) and an Award of Merit for CT's Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year. Swoboda served for ten years as the lead pastor at Theophilus Church in urban Portland. It's in the contexts of being a college pastor, a church planter in Portland, and a professor that he has had a front row seat to watch doubt and deconstruction play themselves out over and over again, giving him the opportunity to learn a lot about it. He considers After Doubt a manifesto of 22 years of his life. His career really took off when he grew a beard and got the right glasses.
If you were to walk around our neighborhood these days, you’d see a number of homes that are being remodeled. Some of the work is so extensive that no one is living in those homes while the work is being done. But the goal is, of course, to rebuild those houses so that they can become homes again. Many of us are experiencing what some have called the “deconstruction of faith.” Something that made sense and worked before doesn’t seem to anymore. The constructions of faith that we were given aren’t as perfect as we once thought they were. But the goal of deconstruction, in this case, isn’t to destroy the home. It is to rebuild it. Where will our trust in God finds its new home?Recently, I had a very encouraging conversation with my friend, A. J. Swoboda about his latest book titled After Doubt. It’s a beautiful invitation into the sorts of reconstruction that many of us need and into which God is graciously inviting us. A. J. Swoboda is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Subversive Sabbath. He is married to Quinn and is the proud father of Elliot. They live and work in Eugene, Oregon.Enjoy getting to know A. J. better via social at:Facebook @theajswobodaTwitter @mrajswoboda
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On this episode of the podcast, we are talking to A.J. Swoboda, a pastor, professor, and writer, about his new book After Doubt. Our theme question for the episode: what does it mean to question our faith without losing it? Discerning between honest and dishonest questioning How to honor the communities that nurtured us while also acknowledging their limitations Counsel for those who are doubting, as well as for those who are trying to walk with doubters (parents & teachers) The importance of the local congregation when it comes to holding onto faith As we've done with previous episodes, we are giving away five copies of A.J.'s book. You can enter the drawing by following In All Things on Social Media, sharing or re-tweeting this episode; leaving a review of the podcast will get you three bonus entries! (tag us or let us know to make sure your name is included). Thanks again for tuning in! Twitter: @in_all_things
Friend of the podcast Dr. AJ Swoboda returns to discuss a number of things, including grace, rest, wandering, and doubt. AJ's Latest book, After Doubt, is available now! Tony's book, Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction, is available now at your favorite book sellers! Connect with Tony at: Twitter: @TonyScarcello Website: tonyscarcello.com Email: regeneratepodcast@gmail.com Instagram: tony_scarcello
Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus, the church and its tradition? Can we question our faith without losing it? This week, we're joined by A.J. Swoboda as we explore doubt, deconstruction and deep roots. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, University of Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He is the author of a number of books, including his latest book, After Doubt.
Today, Tony Scarcello is joined by author and speaker, Dr. AJ Swoboda. AJ discusses his upcoming book, After Doubt, and helps us understand the deconstruction process, why it happens, and what the church does that both helps and hinders the process. Connect with Tony at regeneratepodcast.com, twitter: @TonyScarcello, Instagram: tony_scarcello, website: tonyscarcello.com Tony's book Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction, and AJ's book After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith Without Losing It are both available on amazon.com
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