Podcast appearances and mentions of Matthew J Distefano

"For the longest time, Paul's Epistle to the Romans has been used to justify misogyny, homophobia, eternal conscious torment, and blind allegiance to the State. However, the truth is that the Apostle Paul never intended his letter to the Church in Rome to teach any of those things. That's why co-authors Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano have collaborated to correct these misunderstandings and illuminate the true meaning of Paul's theological masterpiece for today's Christian reader." In this engaging conversation, hosts Zack and Andy welcome Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano from Quoir Publishing to discuss their new book on Romans, "Reading Romans Right: Correcting Common Misreadings, Restoring Paul's Original Intent". They explore themes of faith, disagreement, and the importance of listener feedback in the podcasting world. The discussion delves into the misreadings of Romans, the nature of God's wrath, and the implications of eternal torment not being mentioned by Paul, challenging traditional interpretations and emphasizing the need for a more nuanced understanding of scripture. The conversation highlights the role of scholarship in making complex theological concepts accessible to a broader audience, ultimately aiming to foster a more compassionate and understanding approach to faith. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various theological perspectives, particularly focusing on the teachings of Paul and the interpretation of his letters. They explore the concept of God's wrath, the importance of understanding the historical context of scripture, and the role of women in the early church. The discussion also touches on the impact of video games on narrative engagement and how these experiences can parallel the exploration of faith and belief. Ultimately, the speakers aim to present a more nuanced understanding of Paul's message, emphasizing that it is rooted in good news rather than fear-based theology.Check out more from Keith and Matthew:https://quoir.com/Heretic Happy Hour PodcastWatch Keith debate "dr" James White HEREMatthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including The Wisdom of Hobbits, winner of the 17th annual National Indie Excellence Award for best philosophy book. He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. He holds an undergraduate degree in Education from California State University, Chico, and has been in social work for over a decade, currently working as a Professional Service Coordinator in Butte County, California. In addition to his professional life, Matthew enjoys gardening, bicycling, and European football. He is a huge Tolkien nerd who one day hopes to live in Bag End with his wife and daughter. You can find his work at allsetfree.com.Keith Giles is the best-selling author of the Jesus Un series. He has appeared on CNN, USA Today, BuzzFeed, and John Fugelsang's "Tell Me Everything." Keith and his wife currently reside in El Paso.  SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

In this TALKS Episode Tim engages with Matthew J. DiStefano, author of 'Heretic, Too!', exploring themes of theology, church experiences, and the concept of heresy. They discuss DiStefano's journey from conservative evangelicalism to a more progressive theology, including his views on Christian Universalism and the importance of dialogue in understanding faith. He discusses the challenges of navigating certainty and uncertainty in belief systems, the importance of personal experience in understanding faith, and the need for self-love and acceptance, especially for those in the LGBTQ community. Matthew's Website | allsetfree.com Matthew's New Book | Heretic, Too! Matthew's Podcast | Heretic Happy Hour Highlights: 01:05 Exploring Matthew Destefano's Journey and Works 06:08 The Concept of Heresy in Modern Theology 08:00 Understanding Christian Universalism 16:05 Navigating Reactions to Church Experiences 22:09 The Power and Meaning of the Term 'Heretic' 35:45 Finding a Path Forward in Faith 41:52 Redefining Jesus and the Christian Tradition _______________________________ If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you've been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We've built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week's election left us in grief, but once we grieve, where do we go from here? Join me as I talk with Matthew Distefano about the election and hope for the future. We also take listener's questions and comments. Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including the wildly popular "Heretic!" and "From the Blood of Abel". He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. His website is www.allsetfree.com.

This week on Snarky Faith, we're thrilled to have Jon Turney, the author of In an engaging blend of literary scholarship and accessible philosophy, Matthew J. Distefano offers readers a fresh perspective on J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved creation, focusing on the unassuming yet profoundly wise Hobbits. Through the application of mimetic theory, the book examines how desires are influenced and shaped by those around us, using Hobbit society as a mirror to our own. Distefano skilfully navigates the intersection of fantasy and reality, prompting us to question the foundations of our social interactions, aspirations, and the very fabric of our communities. With wit and clarity, the book not only pays homage to Tolkien's work but also extends an invitation to adopt a more thoughtful, Hobbit-inspired approach to our lives and relationships. It's an enlightening read that promises to enrich the podcast discussion, offering listeners both a deeper understanding of a literary classic and practical insights into living a more connected, meaningful life.Links for More:More from Matt Distefano: https://www.allsetfree.com/Get Mimetic Theory & Middle-earth: Untangling Desire in Tolkien's Legendarium here: https://amzn.to/3TNnJ8BFeatured Crackpots, Grifters, and Prophets: Hank Kunneman, Greg Locke, and Kent ChristmasBig thanks to these outlets that make the Christian Crazy possible:Right Wing WatchChristian NightmaresFriendly AtheistCome along for the ride as we skewer through life, culture, and spirituality in the face of a changing world.www.SnarkyFaith.com Check out the other fantastic Quoircast partners: The Heretic Happy Hour Podcast, Apostates Anonymous, The Messy Spirituality Podcast, Ideas Digest, The New Evangelicals

This Quoircast podcast episode is brought to you by There Once Were Orange Groves by David Giles. Published by Quoir and available nowIn this episode we chat with Keith Giles and Matthew DistefanoKeith Giles is a former pastor who left the pulpit to follow Jesus and start a house church where no one takes a salary and 100 percent of all offerings are given to help the poor in the community. He has been a published writer since 1989. He is the author of several books, including: "Jesus Unbound: Liberating the Word of God from the Bible" and "Jesus Untangled: Crucifying Our Politics To Pledge Allegiance To The Lamb." Keith is the co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour Podcast which has featured interviews with Bart Ehrman, John Fugelsang, Richard Rohr, Brad Jersak, Greg Boyd, and many others.Keith also teaches several online courses including "Square 1: From Deconstruction to Reconstruction" and other courses based on his many books.Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including the wildly popular Heretic! and From the Blood of Abel. He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. He holds an undergraduate degree in Education from California State University, Chico, and has been in social work for over a decade, currently working as a Professional Service Coordinator in Butte County, California. In addition to his professional life, Matthew enjoys gardening, bicycling, and European football. He is a huge Tolkien nerd who one day hopes to live in Bag End with his wife and daughter.You can follow Kieth on:Facebook     Twitter     InstagramYou can find all things Keith Giles related on his websiteYou can follow Matthew on:Facebook     Instagram     TikTokYou can find all things Matthew Distefano related on his websiteYou can purchase Sitting In The Shade Of Another Tree on Amazon.comYou can connect with This Is Not Church on:Facebook     Instagram      Twitter     TikTok     YouTubeAlso check out our Linktree for all things This Is Not Church relatedPlease like and follow our Quoircast Partners:Heretic Happy Hour     Messy Spirituality     Apostates Anonymous    Second Cup with Keith     The Church Needs TherapyIdeas Digest     The New Evangelicals     Snarky Faith Podcast     Wild Olive     Deadly FaithJonathan Foster     Sacred Thoughts     Holy Heretics     Reframing Our StoriesEach episode of This Is Not Church Podcast is expertly engineered by our producer The Podcast Doctor Eric Howell. If you're thinking of starting a podcast you need to connect with Eric!

Author Matthew J. Distefano speaks on his latest, "The Wisdom of Hobbits: Unearthing Our Humanity at 3 Bagshot Row," as he helps readers discover their inner hobbits. Also, NPR host Ari Shapiro turns the tables on himself and tells his story in "The Best Strangers in the World: Stories from a Life Spent Listening."

Let's interrupt our regularly scheduled program and hear from our producer, Matthew J. Distefano, aka Sometimes Matt, aka the Italian Stallion, aka Mr. Stoned Thoughts himself, as he rambles on about the things he's learned over the past year. Check out his brand new book, The Wisdom of Hobbits, now! Check out Keith's debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNgo19XT3pc To support the Heretic Happy Hour podcast on Patreon, please go to www.patreon.com/heretichappyhour. As this is a crowd-funded podcast, we cannot continue without your help. So sign up today!!! Thank you! Check out all the QuoirCast Podcasts: This is Not Church Messy Spirituality IdeasDigest Apostates Anonymous The New Evangelicals Snarky Faith

This week, the guys talk about Matt's new best-selling book, The Wisdom of Hobbits: Unearthing Our Humanity at 3 Bagshot Row. In it, he makes the argument that living like a Hobbit will bring more peace, joy, and bliss to your lives. This episode is brought to you by ... The Wisdom of Hobbits, by Matthew J. Distefano. Check out all our QuoirCast Podcasts below: This is Not ChurchMessy SpiritualityIdeasDigestApostates AnonymousThe New Evangelicals Wild Olive Snarky Faith --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apostatesanonymous/message

Hey, everyone. Jason here again. I got so much great feedback from the "Jesus the Mystic" message that I did a couple of weeks ago, that I decided to turn it into a series. Here is the second installment, "Are You Ready to Get Unstuck?".Sometimes, the way out of our rut is simpler than we think.What is your next step to getting unstuck? We'd love to hear from you in our Messy Conversations group on Facebook.By the way, the Robcast episode that I refer to in this message can be found here. It's the best argument I've heard against cancel culture and very much worth considering.If you'd prefer, you can watch the video of this episode on our Youtube channel.Recommended Reading:Jesus' Alternative Plan by Richard RohrReturning to Eden by Heather HamiltonReferred to in this episode:The Wisdom of Hobbits by Matthew J. DistefanoParenting Deconstructed Compiled by Jason and Brandi Elam Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Quoircast podcast episode if brought to you by Keith Giles' latest book, Sola Mysterium: Celebrating the Beautiful Uncertainty of Everything. Order your copy of this groundbreaking book today!In this conversation, Lola, Kyle, and Jason are joined by publisher, author, and podcaster Matthew J. Distefano to discuss finding inspiration among the hobbits of J.R.R. Tolkien's Shire. Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including the wildly popular Heretic! and From the Blood of Abel. He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. He holds an undergraduate degree in Education from California State University, Chico. Matthew enjoys gardening, bicycling, and European football. He is a huge Tolkien nerd who one day hopes to live in Bag End with his wife and daughter. You can find his work at allsetfree.com.Be sure to check out Matt's brand-new book, The Wisdom of Hobbits, when it releases on March 14, 2023!Join the conversation on our Messy Conversations Facebook group.Don't miss our new compilation book, Parenting Deconstructed: Navigating Your Spiritual Evolution Without Leaving Your Family Behind, with chapters from some of your favorite heretics!Follow the crew:You can find Lola on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTokYou can find Kyle on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.You can find Jason on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (because he's way too old for TikTok).Be sure to check out our Youtube channel.Want to be a producer of the show and get exclusive access to videos, blog posts, and merch from the hosts of the show? Check out our Patreon page!Thanks for listening! Please leave us a rating or review on your platform of choice! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Quoircast podcast episode is brought to you by the book "What Can't Be Hidden" by Brandon Andess. Order your copy today here.In this new episode, Lola, Kyle, and Jason welcome Quoir Publishers and authors Matthew J. Distefano and Keith Giles for a conversation about censorship and its' high cost for society.Books you are going to want to check out after listening to this episode:The Kingdom of God is Within You by Leo TolstoyAlice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis CarrollA Spring Harvest by Geoffrey Bache SmithSola Mysterium by Keith GilesThe Wisdom of Hobbits by Matthew J. Distefano (releasing March 14)Returning to Eden: a field guide for the spiritual journey by Heather HamiltonJoin the conversation on our Messy Conversations Facebook group.Don't miss our new compilation book, Parenting Deconstructed: Navigating Your Spiritual Evolution Without Leaving Your Family Behind, with chapters from some of your favorite heretics!Follow the crew:You can find Lola on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTokYou can find Kyle on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.You can find Jason on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (because he's way too old for TikTok.Want to be a producer of the show and get exclusive access to videos, blog posts, and merch from the hosts of the show? Check out our Patreon page!Thanks for listening! Please leave us a rating or review on your platform of choice! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us at one point or another had an idealized conception of hobbits, but whether you've grown out of that or not, this book will give you a fresh look at hobbits and probably teach you a few lessons about yourself along the way. Buy the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3YSPcWp Other Links: Utreon: https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble at https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek Discord server invite link:  https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.comand I'll send a fresh invite link). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/joshua6469/support

This Quoircast Podcast episode is brought to you by Ideas Digest: Break Your Bias. In this episode we chat with...No one. This episode is just Jon & Nat For this episode Jon & Nat chat about the book Parenting Deconstructed. Jon contributed a chapter to this book along with many other amazing authors such as: Derrick Day, Ben DeLong, Phil Drysdale, Matthew J. Distefano, Elizabeth & Christopher Eaker, Karl & Laura Forehand, Keith Giles, Dr. Mark Karris, Joshua Lawson, Jonathan Puddle, and Desimber Rose Wattleton.  You can purchase the book Parenting Deconstructed on Amazon.com You can connect with This Is Not Church on: Facebook     Instagram      Twitter     TikTok     YouTube Also check out our Linktree for all things This Is Not Church related Please like and follow our Quoircast Partners: Heretic Happy Hour     Messy Spirituality     Apostates Anonymous  Ideas Digest Each episode of This Is Not Church Podcast is expertly engineered by our producer The Podcast Doctor Eric Howell. If you're thinking of starting a podcast you need to connect with Eric!

Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including the wildly popular Heretic! and From the Blood of Abel. He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. He holds an undergraduate degree in Education from California State University, Chico, and has been in social work for over a decade, currently working as a Professional Service Coordinator in Butte County, California. In addition to his professional life, Matthew enjoys gardening, bicycling, and European football. He is a huge Tolkien nerd who one day hopes to live in Bag End with his wife and daughter.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mental-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this BONUS episode Konrad brings together a progressive christian and a conservative christian in a dialogue... called "Hearing From the Haters". In the conservative corner we have Frank Holzhauser who is an Adventist Radio show Host from the bible belt of America. In the progressive corner we have Matthew J Distefano an Author and podcast from northern California. We discuss; - Their differences in theology - Who has a more right theology - Who is hurt by conservative theology - Who is hurt by progressive theology - LGBTQ and gay marriage - Why conservatives are judgemental - Why progressive christians are so woke To hear the rest of the episode and Support the show www.ideasdigest.org Show Survey Connect with Matthew Connect with us Tune in to our live podcast recordings on instagram Twitter Email: Ideasdigest@gmail.com Show sponsors Heretics Happy Hour Podcast Quoir Publishing Music: Lawson Hull Instagram Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ideasdigest/message

So you're deconstructing...now what? Matthew Distefano is back on the show for a conversation on learning to embrace the mystery of faith when certainty is fleeting. It's a raw and honest conversation and we enjoyed our time with him. Pick up his new book "Learning To Float: Deconstructing Doctrinal Certainty to Embrace the Mystery of Faith" available now from Quoir Publishing Learning to Float is a life preserver when you find yourself adrift in the midst of your faith journey. When waves of doubt and anxiety threaten to rise above your head, or when you simply find yourself weary of swimming in the midst of unending waters, this book is your buoy. It's the gentle arms of friends holding you up so that you can breathe, even as currents of questions continue to sweep you up and move you along. It's the comforting whisper in your ear when you need it the most: "It's okay; I've got you. You're not alone." Matthew J. Distefano knows his theology and philosophy, but far more importantly, he is 100 percent authentic. And as he mediates his story through conversation with Michelle Collins-whose wisdom, compassion, and friendship guide him as he articulates his deconstruction process-readers are bound to see parallels to their own journeys and struggles. Find more of what Matthew is up to HERE Check out his previous visit with us from episode 79 HERE. If you like what you hear, SHARE IT WITH ONE FRIEND this week. https://www.facebook.com/brosbiblesbeer https://twitter.com/brosbiblesbeer https://www.brosbiblesbeer.com Instagram: @brosbiblesbeer Email: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com Bros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Scott, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bbbpod/message

In this brand new episode, Keith Giles signals the biggest shift in his thinking of his writing career. Keith is going "full heretic" by embracing the mystery of God and rejecting religious certainty much to the dismay of a few of his former supporters.Keith's latest book is Sola Mysterium: Celebrating the Beautiful Uncertainty of Everything (Quior, June 28, 2022). You can order it here today.Keith Giles is a former pastor who left the pulpit to follow Jesus and start a house church where no one takes a salary and 100 percent of all offerings are given to help the poor in the community. He has been a published writer since 1989.He is the author of several books, including: "Jesus Unbound: Liberating the Word of God from the Bible" and "Jesus Untangled: Crucifying Our Politics To Pledge Allegiance To The Lamb."Keith is a co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour Podcast which has featured interviews with Bart Ehrman, John Fugelsang, Richard Rohr, Brad Jersak, Greg Boyd, and many others. He is also a co-host of the Apostates Anonymous podcast along with Matthew J. Distefano.Keith teaches several online courses including "Square 1: From Deconstruction to Reconstruction" and other courses based on his many books.We'd love for you to support Keith's important work and get access to patron only content by becoming a Keith Giles patron here.You can follow him online and find out more about his books at http://www.KeithGiles.com. Get bonus content on Patreon Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined on this episode by two of our favorite apostates, Matthew J. Distefano and Keith Giles. We discuss the recent criticism of deconstruction by many within evangelicalism. Are any of their criticisms fair? How should we respond when we feel unfairly attacked?Matthew J. Distefano is an author, podcaster, and Patheos columnist. His latest book is entitled "The Genesis of Violence". Keith Giles is an author, speaker, podcaster, and Patheos columnist. His latest book is entitled "Jesus Unarmed: How the Prince of Peace Disarms Our Violence".Together, Matthew and Keith co-host the Apostates Anonymous podcast. They are also co-hosts of The Heretic Happy Hour podcast. Keith also hosts the Second Cup with Keith podcast.You can find Matthew's columns on Patheos here.You can find Keith's columns on Patheos here.Check out Keith's upcoming Awaken 2022 event in Nashville, TN here.If you'd like to help us produce future episodes of the podcast, you can contribute via Venmo and Cash App at @messyspirituality.Thanks so much for listening! Get bonus content on Patreon Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we chat with Matthew Distefano. The author of the recently released Bonfire Session: A Year of Shadow and Flame.  Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple best-selling books, co-host of two podcasts, a long-time social worker, and hip-hop artist. He lives in Northern California with his wife and daughter. You can connect with Matthew on: Facebook     Instagram     Twitter You can find his blog on Patheos Check out his website  All of Matthew's books are available on Amazon.com Want to help us with our future episodes of This Is Not Church Podcast? Join us on Patreon where you will get access to exclusive patron content such as early access to episode, videos of upcoming episodes, and live Q&A sessions. Also check out our website for upcoming interviews and blog posts Each episode of This Is Not Church Podcast is expertly engineered by our producer The Podcast Doctor Eric Howell. If you're thinking of starting a podcast you need to connect with Eric! If you enjoy our show, could you take a moment to rate and review the podcast on your platform of choice. This will help new listeners find us. Voiceover clip in intro used with permission by C. Baxter Kruger

Hello everyone! It's Friday which means another episode of Truth Wanted is going to get sent to your eyeballs from the illuminated pixels on your screen. This week, ObjectivelyDan is joined by Matthew J. Distefano.First call of the night is Nick from California who is curious to why more Atheists and skeptics aren’t investigating the supernatural such as paranormal activity. Part of the reason is that these phenomena have been instigated by skeptics in the past and the results didn’t point to a supernatural cause. There is also the factor of cultural beliefs impacting a person’s interpretation of events to match their preexisting beliefs.Next up is Mohammad from California who wants to explain what caused them to become more religious, as well as the reason why they are becoming less convinced in their belief in a god.Our next caller is Adrian all the way from Jamaica. They are wondering how they can go about telling others that they are Atheist. Remember when coming out as an Atheist is to make sure that you are able to do so without impacting your physically safe. While it is nice to be able to have these discussions with others who may disagree with you, those conversations are not more important than your own personal well being.Our final caller is Nate from Canada who wants to talk about the haunted house they used to live in. The caller recounts the many experiences where their family heard footsteps leading up to the front door, but whenever they would check, there was no one there. Thanks for sharing your story with us Nate, it was a wild ride!Thank you all so much for watching this week's episode of Truth Wanted! We hope you enjoyed the show! Until we see you again, stay safe out there and keep wanting the truth.

This week we welcome podcaster and author, Matthew J. Distefano for a conversation on deconstruction, and all things heretical. Learn more about Matt's work here. If you enjoy the podcast and support what we do, consider becoming a monthly supporter via Patreon here. You can also give a one time gift via PayPal here.  

Michelle and guest host, Matthew J. Distefano, explore The Wisdom of Insecurity: A Message for an Age of Anxiety by Alan Watts. Their conversation covers spiritual effort, deconstruction, and more. From the back cover: "Spending all our time trying to anticipate and plan for the future and to lamenting the past, we forget to embrace the here and now. We are so concerned with tomorrow that we forget to enjoy today. Drawing from Eastern philosophy and religion, Alan Watts shows that it is only by acknowledging what we do not—and cannot—know that we can learn anything truly worth knowing." About Matthew: "Matthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple best-selling books, co-host of two podcasts, a long-time social worker, and hip-hop artist. He lives in Northern California with his wife and daughter."

My guest for this "Messy Conversations" BONUS episode is Matthew J. Distefano.Matthew is a brilliant writer, theologian, musician,  podcaster, social worker, and Patheos contributor. He is one of four  co-hosts of the insanely popular Heretic Happy Hour podcast and also  hosts a solo podcast called "Apostates Anonymous". He is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Heretic!, All Set Free, From the Blood of  Abel, Devoted as F*ck, and the multi-volume "The Bonfire Sessions" co-written with Mike Machuga. Matthew's books Heretic!, All Set Free, From the Blood of Abel, Devoted as F*ck, and the books A Journey With Two Mystics, and The Bonfire Sessions co-authored with Mike Machuga.Check out Matthew's podcasts The Heretic Happy Hour, Apostates Anonymous, and The Bonfire Sessions.Matthew's Patheos column is engaging and thought provoking.You can find Matthew on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.Matthew offers great resources for his supporters on Patreon. Please check out his page and support his work if you can.Thanks so much for listening! Get bonus content on Patreon Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like John the Baptist swearing and pointing people towards the kingdom of God, Matthew J. DiStefano is one of those unique voices seeking the truth outside of the religious bullshit. He may not be shouting from the wilderness, but he is a prolific podcaster and author. Matthew has a distinct voice that demands to be heard. Today, Matthew's on the show to talk about his newest podcast, Apostates Anonymous. It's the show you turn to when you're no longer a heretic. Join us as we talk about Matthew's journey towards apostasy and the way he sees religion playing out in the world today. It's a fun talk with a great mind and provocateur.  You can find Matthew J. DiStefano's work here: Apostates Anonymous podcast Happy Heretic Hour podcast The Bonfire Sessions podcast All Set Free - Matthew's website and blog Matthew's books are available now on Amazon! Come along for the ride as we skewer through life, culture, and spirituality in the face of a changing world. www.SnarkyFaith.com

Matthew J. Distefano is a best-selling author, blogger, podcaster, social worker, and hip-hop artist. You can find all his work at allsetfree.com He is the author of several books, including his most recent-Heretic. Matthew is also a co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour Podcast and The Bonfire Sessions

In this episode we explore Rene' Girard's paradigm shifting mimetic theory with author and podcaster Matthew J. Distefano. I asked Matthew to give us a very high level view for people, like me, who have struggled to grasp the concept and its' implications in our life. We also get into the practice of scapegoating and why that's so destructive. Matthew is the author of several books including: All Set Free, From the Blood of Abel, and Heretic! all available on Amazon. He is also a co-host of the popular Heretic Happy Hour podcast and also co-hosts a brand new podcast called The Bonfire Sessions. Up next: Don't miss Episode 06 featuring author Brad Jersak! Get bonus content on Patreon Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, continue the talk on Universal Something.  Justin introduces a ton of questions surrounding Universal Salvation and who’s in and who’s out and where Hitler is in all of this and what mental illness is and is it just a prayer that needs to be said and so on.  Then, Tom and Everett bring it all back into perspective with great context on what the Bible says of the “age to come”. Things Mentioned in this Episode: NT Wright Article on Rethinking our Traditions - http://ntwrightpage.com/2016/07/12/rethinking-the-tradition/ Heretic! By Matthew J. DiStefano - https://www.amazon.com/Heretic-Lgbtq-Affirming-Violence-Denying-Universalists-Christianitys/dp/1938480309 - Book referenced by Justin when referring to Paul’s conversion event. 1 Corinthians 15:23 – “raised as He has been raised” Closing Prayer - O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry out in tranquility the plan of salvation; let the whole world see and know that things which were cast down are being raised up, and things which had grown old are being made new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Find us on Twitter and Facebook at @fundrainpod We’d like help in steering our topics so feel free to let us know what topics you would like us to explore. If you enjoy what we do, please go and give us a review on iTunes. Thank you for listening.  We enjoy these discussions and hope you do as well.  Peace.

Meg & Miranda have two heretics take a seat in the Listening Chair this week. Matt & Jamal co-host the Heretic Happy Hour with Keith Giles, but this week they are our guests - We're the ones asking the burning questions. Exploring topics from taboo language to divorce to vocational calling, neither Matt or Jamal shy away from giving honest and occasionally hysterical answers. Jamal talks about how to "align with the why" of a persons life on earth while Matt talks about how God will put you where you belong without need for sticking to a perfectly bullet-pointed plan. We know you're wondering, "Meg and Miranda, did you guys talk about suffering?" Yes, listener. We went there. Matt speaks from past life experience on how listening to "actual people who are suffering" will change the way that we perceive others and God's nature.  We hope you enjoy this longer than usual episode and check out the Heretic Happy Hour! Matthew J. Distefano is the author of "Heretic!" and 3 other books. His blog, All Set Free, can be found on the Progressive Christian channel on Patheos. He is also a co-host of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast and lives in Chico, Ca with his wife and daughter. Jamal Jivanjee is a graduate of Liberty University where he studied religion. Originally from the Columbus, Ohio area, Jamal now travels on a regular basis. Jamal is passionate about the church and relationships—especially as they relate to community—and enjoys encouraging others toward that end through writing, speaking, and coaching. Get your hands on his book , “Free to Love” now and his his upcoming book, “Living for a Living” will be released soon. The Listening Chair is an outlet of the Institute for Discipleship (IFD). This episode is sponsored by the Summit Youth Academy - a week for high school juniors and seniors to explore their faith, learn Wesleyan theology, and connect with other youth.

Matthew Distefano (Heretic Happy Hour podcast, subscribe HERE) joins us to talk about his new book: "Heretic!: An Lgbtq-Affirming, Divine Violence-Denying, Christian Universalist's Responses to Some of Evangelical Christianity's Most Pressing Concerns" from Quoir Publishing. Get it HERE. We talk about "dabbling" in atheism, Christian universalism, what being LGBT affirming means to him, marijuana, what following Christ looks like for him practically & more. Plus, we get caught up on listener feedback. During April 2018 all proceeds from Matthew's book are being donated to the Preemptive Love Coalition ("We’re a coalition stretching across Iraq, Syria, the United States, and beyond, working together to unmake violence and create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible.") Get in touch with Matthew: http://www.allsetfree.com/ - https://www.facebook.com/matthew.distefano.7 -Subscribe to Bros Bibles & Beer on Apple Podcasts-Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!-https://www.facebook.com/brosbiblesbeer-https://twitter.com/brosbiblesbeer-https://www.brosbiblesbeer.com-Instagram: @brosbiblesbeer-Email: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.comBros Bibles & Beer is: Mr. Jeff Pearson, Mr Scott "the scoot" Hulbert & Mr. Zack KraterEdited by: Zack KraterFind us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and tell a friend!Grace. Peace. Cheers!