Podcast appearances and mentions of david zahl

David Zahl joins the pod to talk about his new book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World. In The Big Relief, DZ spotlights grace as the most important, urgent, and radical contribution Christianity has to offer the world. DZ helps readers understand the beauty and depth of grace, outlining how it provides relief from the guilt, status anxiety, and accelerating demand that characterize so much of modern life. Drawing on the witness of Scripture and a range of contemporary examples, he unpacks the theology of grace in fresh and exciting terms, exploring its many fruits — such as freedom, play, surrender, humility, rest, surprise, and joy — in the process.DZ invites us to embrace Christianity as a refuge rather than as a project, a beacon of hope instead of a vehicle of shame, and a harbor of refreshment in a worn-out world. Ultimately, he welcomes everyone to receive the gift of relief we so desperately need.Links:Mockingbird MinistriesBaker PublishingFind Crackers and Grape Juice on Instagram, Facebook, and Substack.

David Zahl joins Kelsi to talk about his new book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World.David Zahl is the director of Mockingbird Ministries and editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird website. David and his wife Cate reside in Charlottesville, VA with their three boys, where David also serves on the staff of Christ Episcopal Church. He is the author of Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technlogy, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It and Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Yourself. Show Notes:⁠Support 1517⁠⁠1517 Podcasts⁠⁠The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠1517 on Youtube⁠More from Kelsi: ⁠Kelsi Klembara⁠ ⁠Follow Kelsi on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Kelsi on Twitter⁠ ⁠Kelsi's Newsletter⁠ Subscribe to the Show: ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Youtube⁠More from Dave: Preorder The Big ReliefMockingbird MinistriesListen to the Mockingcast

Today, we're getting into the raw, unvarnished terrain of human longing - that aching space where despair meets unexpected grace. I'm excited to welcome back David Zahl on the podcast. He isn't here to offer another self-help platitude, but to explore something far more profound: how we find relief in a world that constantly demands more, faster, better. Imagine grace not as a churchy concept, but as a radical interruption - a surprising breath of fresh air in a culture suffocating on its own expectations. We'll talk about play, productivity, regret, and those moments when God whispers, "You are more than your achievements." This conversation is a map for the weary, a compass for those feeling crushed by life's relentless pressures. We'll explore how grace shows up in unexpected places - through music, through suffering, through the simple act of truly listening. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're perpetually running on an endless treadmill, this conversation is your permission to breathe. To rest. To receive. So join us as we figure out what it means to be human in a world that rarely slows down.David Zahl is the founder and director of Mockingbird Ministries, editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird website (www.mbird.com), and co-host of both The Mockingcast and The Brothers Zahl podcasts. He and his family live in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he also serves on the staff of Christ Episcopal Church. Zahl is the author of Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It and Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself). His next book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World comes out in April 2025 from Brazos Press. His writing has been featured in The Washington Post, Christianity Today, and The Guardian, among other venues.David's Book:The Big ReliefDavid's Recommendations:Evangelism in an Age of DespairMeditations for MortalsSubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Support the show

Click here (https://www.christchurchcville.org/) to check out Christ Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, where Dave serves as the College and Adult Education Minister.

Luke 19:28-40

In this episode of Together for Good, Pastor Nate takes a deep dive into the relentless pressure of hustle culture—the constant need to do more, achieve more, and prove our worth through productivity. As an Enneagram 3, Pastor Nate knows this struggle firsthand, but he also knows that God offers us a different way.The practice of Sabbath was given to the Israelites as a radical redefinition of identity—not as slaves who must produce, but as beloved people who are called to rest. That same gift is still being offered to us today. But are we willing to accept it?In this conversation, Pastor Nate explores:The lies we believe about success and self-worthHow hustle culture makes us feel like everyone else has it figured out—when in reality, we're all strugglingThe Sabbath as an act of resistance against a world that tells us we are only as good as what we producePractical ways to reclaim rest and redefine our identity in light of God's graceIf you've ever felt exhausted by the pressure to constantly prove yourself, this episode is for you. Let's step into the gift of Sabbath and remember: we are already enoughLinks: Check out "Low Anthropology" by David Zahl for a unique look at the ways our assumptions cause us to feel inadequateFor more resources for your faith journey visit www.bethany-denver.org

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Romans 10:8-13

A talk from the 2012 Mbird Fall Conference in VA "High, Low, & In Between: Hope Amidst the Ruins". Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

David Zahl was born in New York City and brought up on the East Coast and in Europe, David graduated with honors from Georgetown University in 2001. He then served for five years as a para-church youth minister in New England before starting Mockingbird Ministries in 2007, an organization devoted to connecting the Christian faith with the realities of everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways. He remains its executive director today. David is also a licensed lay preacher in the Diocese of Virginia. He is the author of A Mess of Help: From the Crucified Soul of Rock N' Roll, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technlogy, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It and co-author of Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners (and Saints). His most recent book is Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself). He and his wife Cate have three boys.

Luke 5:1-11

Matthew 2:1-12

Unto us a son is given. Find us on Youtube. On this very special episode of The Bulletin, we welcome Nicole Martin, David French, David Zahl, and Sho Baraka for poetry, scripture readings, and prayers to celebrate the birth of Christ.  GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: The opening and closing music is used with permission from the Porter's Gate album, Advent Songs  Grab some Bulletin merch in our holiday store! Follow the show in your podcast app of choice. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. Leave a comment in Spotify with your feedback on the discussion—we may even respond! ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a weekly (and sometimes more!) current events show from Christianity Today hosted and moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor in chief) and Mike Cosper (director, CT Media). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A talk given at 1517's 2024 Here We Still Stand Conference.

Luke 21:25-36

In this special season of Make It Simple, we're having conversations with friends all about Matt's new book, Junk Drawer Jesus.This week, we welcome David Zahl to talk about Chapter 1: "The Spiritual Junk Drawer," and discuss what's in our spiritual junk drawers, and why it's good to declutter our religion.You can grab your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus by Matt Popovits today at 1517.org or anywhere books are sold!***David Zahl is the director of Mockingbird Ministries, an organization he founded in 2007. He is editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird blog and cohost of the Mockingcast podcast. David is also an author of multiple books and has written for Christianity Today and the Washington Post.Support the show******For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the showBuy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.

Jason and Gabe sit down with David Zahl for today's episode of the Jason Khalipa Podcast: - Who is David Zahl? - What is “seculosity,” and how did we get here? - The religion of parenting. - Is traditional religion declining? - How has the church let men down? - The magic of fitness men's clubs. - Men need a space to be themselves. - Shared suffering goes a long way. - What makes THMC / F3 so unique? - There is no silver bullet for contemporary loneliness. - Careerism is a huge problem in the U.S. - When men are thriving, they WANT to help. - Why is the college admissions process such a mess? - Marriage comes first! Date night is everything! Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow the Pod Follow Jason Follow Gabe TRAIN HARD Shop Get the TRAIN HARD App Never Zero Newsletter NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners Ava's Kitchen

A talk from the Mbird Tyler Conference "The Language of Grace". September 28, 2024. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

Low Anthropology with David Zahl, a Joint Podcast with GFG and BW In this episode, Grace for the Grind and Beautifully Woven team up to interview David Zahl.  David Zahl is the author of the book “Low Anthropology.”  He is passionate about communicating deep theological truths in a way we can all understand.  In this podcast, David shares why he wrote the book. We talk about what anthropology is and how our understanding of that frames the way we see the world and people. We talk about why a high anthropology divides but a low anthropology unites and how this helps us love our neighbor.  “Low Anthropology” is the book WMCLB is using for our cohorts this fall. It was also one of the books that was given as a resource to all of our leaders at the Elevate youth convention.  https://mbird.com https://mbird.com/shop/books/low-anthropology/  (Link to the book, you can also find it on Amazon.)  https://clbforge.org/all-podcasts/ wmclb.org

John 6:56-69

This week we walk through Chapter 9 (The Seculosity of Politics), Chapter 10 (The Seculosity of Jesusland), and the Conclusion of David Zahl's book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It Resources to Dig Deeper Creedal Faith in the Age of Seculosity: Dave Zahl Discussion with David Zahl of Mockingbird Ministries The Only Message Left (David Zahl)

This week we walk through Chapter 6 (The Seculosity of Leisure), Chapter 7 (The Seculosity of Fandom) and Chapter 8 (The Seculosity of Food) of David Zahl's book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It Resources to Dig Deeper Seculosity: Ministry In The Era Of Secular Religion, with David Zahl (Ep 37) Rooted Podcast: David Zahl on Where Teenagers Find Their Enoughness, If Not at Church  

This week we walk through Chapter 3 (The Seculosity of Parenting), Chapter 4 (The Seculosity of Technology), and Chapter 5 (The Seculosity of Work) of David Zahl's book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It Resources to Dig Deeper David Zahl : Seculosity Performancism with David Zahl The Seculosity of Parenting by Kristen Hatton

The long-awaited third season kicks off with an episode about Faith. Recommended and referenced resources include: Quotations: Philip Melanchton, Capon, and Cave Books: Faith, Hope and Carnage by Nick Cave and Sean O'Hagan, Lancelot by Walker Percy, The Family Reunion by T.S. Eliot, The book of Genesis Movies: Leon Morin, Priest (1961), Prometheus (2012), The Rescue (2021), Field of Dreams (1989), The Book of Eli (2010), Wings of Desire (1987), Friendly Persuasion (1956), Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) Songs: "Believe" by DMAs, "Do You Believe" by Poolside, "Faith" by The 8th Day, "I Trust" by The Byrds, "Someday" by Glass Tiger, "Faith in Something Bigger" by The Who, "It's Unbelievable (How You Control My Soul)" by Jeanne & The Darlings, "Lay All Your Love on Me" by ABBA, "Letting Go" by Wings, "No Doubt About It" by Hot Chocolate, "Happy Birthday" By Stevie Wonder, "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)" by ABBA, "I Went to Sleep" by The Beach Boys, "Do You Believe?" by Swamp Dogg, "I've Got Confidence" by Elvis Presley, "I Came to Believe" by Johnny Cash, "I Believe In You" by Bob Dylan

This week we walk through the Introduction, Chapter 1 (The Seculosity of Busyness), and Chapter 2 (The Seculosity of Romance) of David Zahl's book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It Resources to Dig Deeper The Way Home: David Zahl on why everyone is religious, especially online Seculosity and the Future of Guilt Management    

AI priests, a polarized church, and women and alcohol. This week on The Bulletin, hosts Mike Cosper and editor in chief Russell Moore talk with David Zahl of Mockingbird about artificial intelligence -- ChatGPT -4.o and AI priests -- and the need for embodied presence and wisdom. Next, they tackle the latest challenge in church polarization, this time in the Presbyterian Church in America. Last, special guest Ericka Andersen joins the show to shed some light on the hidden struggles of women who are alcohol-dependent. Today's Guests: David Zahl is the director of Mockingbird Ministries and editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird website. Born in New York City and brought up elsewhere, David graduated from Georgetown University in 2001, and then worked for several years as a youth minister in New England. In 2007 he founded Mockingbird in NYC. Today David and his wife Cate reside in Charlottesville, VA with their three boys, where David also serves on the staff of Christ Episcopal Church. He is the author of A Mess of Help: From the Crucified Soul of Rock N' Roll and co-author of Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners (and Saints). His most recent book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technlogy, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It, appeared in 2019 from Fortress Press.  Ericka Andersen is a freelance writer, podcast host and owner of Pitch and Publish Writing Company. She is the author of "Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church & the Church Needs Women" and "Leaving Cloud 9: The True Story of a Life Resurrected From the Ashes of Poverty, Trauma and Mental Illness." She has been published multiple times in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the Washington Post and more. Ericka is a weekly columnist at WORLD Magazine and a freelance reporter for Christianity Today. Prior to freelancing, Ericka worked for National Review Magazine, the Heritage Foundation and in communications for the U.S. Congress on Capitol Hill.  Resources Referenced: SobrietyCurious.com “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Executive Producer: Erik Petrik Producer: Clarissa Moll and Matt Stevens Associate Producer: McKenzie Hill and Raed Gilliam Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Music: Dan Phelps Show Design: Bryan Todd Graphic Design: Amy Jones Social Media: Kate Lucky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John 15:9-17

A talk from the 16th Annual Mockingbird Conference in NYC. April 27, 2024. Property of Mockingbird Ministries, all rights reserved (www.mbird.com).

We continue our series “Faith Overflowing with Hope” as Program Director Adam Borneman speaks with the Rev. Katie Nakamura Rengers (Church Planting, The Episcopal Church) and David Zahl (Mockingbird Ministries; Christ Episcopal Church, Charlottesville) about paying attention to the stories people tell, the troubling trend of isolation, and the danger of conflating results with self-worth.

Al celebrates the feast of the Annunciation and David Zahl discusses how secular substitutes for religion leave us unsatisfied.

Al celebrates the feast of the Annunciation and David Zahl discusses how secular substitutes for religion leave us unsatisfied.

Palm Sunday

Welcome to the Signpost Inn Podcast! We're glad you're here for today's conversation with David Zahl about the book he co-authored, Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners (and Saints). We start with the question, "what does this phrase, 'law and gospel' mean? David then explains why this tool was so energizing for him and his team at Mockingbird. We find that the law and gospel filter clarifies our experience of this broken world and shapes our expectations for how God interacts with us. So grab a drink and a seat and learn with us how God uses both the law and the gospel for our good!   Links: David Zahl's website: Mockingbird The book: Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners (and Saints) Signpost Inn Spring Retreat: Register today! Our weekly newsletter: Grace-filled encouragement for your journey Updates from the back porch - Zotero (file storage) - Shogun (TV series)

Program Director Adam Borneman speaks with David Zahl (Mockingbird Ministries; Christ Episcopal Church, Charlottesville) about moving away from "Project Christianity", the hunger for a more God-directed faith, and the wisdom of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Click here for more information about Mockingbird NYC (April 25-27).

Mark 1:9-15

John 1:43-51

This month, we discuss the book "The Soul of Shame" by Dr. Curt Thompson. It was a really fun conversation, and Katie called it her top read of the year. Both Katie and Gretchen loved this book, mostly because it talks about a lot of guilt, shame, forgiveness, and vocation plays out through a counseling lens. While the author does have a Christian lens and brings in the Bible, he does limit his expertise and perameters of the discussion to psychology, rather than theological. However, we felt it showed the psychological impact of sin and redemption from an interesting angle. His discussion of shame being introduced in the Garden of Eden brought together so many concepts at the same time. Much like David Zahl's explanation of "low anthropology" understanding the pervasiveness of shame--and how it is everywhere and touching everything--was at first discouraging, and then illuminating and encouraging. This book gives an awareness of the presence of shame, so that we can call a thing what it is. As we call a thing what it is, we can then understand what healing looks like. It has encouraged us both to properly recognize it, and reach for grace rather than shame. This book talks about the proper function of shame (a sociopath feels no shame over anything) and the twisting of shame. It also shares how shame essentially shuts down creativity, and how it effects freedom in vocation. This book talks about the relationship between vulnerability and grace. This book is full of stories of transformation and growth, as the truth sets people free.

The brothers reconvene for a special one-off on the merriest day of them all. Look for Season 3 in the new year. Recommended and referenced resources include: Poetry: "The First Coming" (https://mbird.com/literature/first-coming-by-madeleine-lengle/) by Madeleine L'Engle, "Journey of the Magi" (https://mbird.com/poetry/epiphanyupdate/) by T.S. Eliot, "For the Time Being" (https://www.amazon.com/Time-Being-Christmas-Oratorio-Critical/dp/0691158274?crid=T9QMDHLPQRC&keywords=for+the+time+being+auden+jacobs&qid=1702927579&sprefix=for+the+time+being+auden+jacobs%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themockblog-20&linkId=8c1834cc96e34723b0d8ef076ff63d91&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) by W.H. Auden, "Descending Theology: The Nativity" (https://mbird.com/poetry/descending-theology-the-nativity-mary-karr/) by Mary Karr Movies: The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Holly and the Ivy, Children of Men, 8-Bit Christmas, The Holdovers, Midnight Clear (but also Joyeux Noel, some details of which John mixes into his description) Television: Call the Midwife Christmas Special, "How We Used Christmas Lights to Fight a War" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Fi83BHQsMA) TED Talk by Jose Miguel Sokoloff, "Christmas Story" The Andy Griffith Show (S1:E11) Artwork: "Winter Landscape" (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Caspar_David_Friedrich_-_Winter_Landscape_-_WGA8243.jpg) by Caspar David Friedrich Books: The Haunted Man (https://amzn.to/41A8h2c) by Charles Dickens Music: The Animals Christmas by Jimmy Webb Songs: “Jesus Christ” by Big Star, “Christmas Was Better in the 80s” by The Futureheads, “Sock it to Me Santa” by Bob Seger & the Heard, “Christmastime Is Here Again” by The Flirtations, “Let's Get It Together this Christmas” by the Harvey Averne Band, “Always in a Manger” by Paul Westerberg, “O Holy Night” by Duvall, “Silent Night” by Richard Hawley, “Thankful Heart” from A Muppet Christmas Carol, “Santa Claus Is Coming” by The Harmony Grits, “Alone on Christmas Day” by The Beach Boys, “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by Annie Lennox, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, “Once in Royal David City Bells” by Sufjan Stevens, “What Child Is This?” by Carrie Underwood, “The Decree” by Art Garfunkel, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Bob Dylan

#419 Reframing the Truth About Human Nature with David Zahl ----- Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY Picture a world where you're not measured by your flawlessness but celebrated for your quirks and imperfections. Imagine a view of success that doesn't revolve around perfection or the constant pursuit of flawless achievements.  In today's episode, I sit down with David Zahl, a nationally renowned author and speaker where we'll delve into a groundbreaking concept that challenges the conventional wisdom of success. It's a perspective that embraces our vulnerabilities, limitations, and imperfections, and it's called "Low Anthropology." David and I explore how this concept can revolutionize the way we see ourselves and others. We discuss the dangers of high anthropology, the pressure to constantly improve, and the unattainable standards we set for ourselves. Instead, we uncover how a compassionate understanding of our weaknesses can lead to healthier relationships, empathy, and lasting fulfillment. This isn't just a podcast episode; it's a call to action. A call to rewrite the rules, realign your mindset, and charge headfirst into a future where your flaws become the fuel for your unstoppable journey towards greatness.  Tune in now and join us in navigating the path to contentment and personal growth through the lens of low anthropology. If you don't have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don't have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.