Podcasts about not religious

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent release of Pew Research Center's Religious Landscape Study. Last conducted in 2014, the 2023-24 study surveyed more than 35,000 Americans concerning their religious affiliations, their beliefs, and their practices. It is simply the largest and most significant study of its kind in terms of getting a snapshot of where our country is on all things spirituality and religion, and the current health of the American Church. The findings go far beyond what some of the headlines from this study would suggest. Episode Links Dr. White released a recent blog on this topic titled “The Stall of the Nones” - the “nones” being the group who identifies as having no religious affiliation. Their numbers have been rising for decades, yet seem to have reached a leveling-off point. (We'd encourage you to check out his book on this subject that was discussed in today's episode titled The Rise of the Nones.) Dr. White mentioned a recent New York Times article titled “Christianity's Decline in U.S. Appears to Have Halted, Major Study Shows” which latches onto that finding from the study. The more notable takeaway from the study that seems to have been overlooked is the fact that the number of people who would identify as Christian continues to decline - from 78% in 2007 to 62% in 2024. That decline is stunning. As Dr. White noted from the Christianity Today article titled “Pew: America Is Spiritual but Not Religious,” six people have left Christianity for every one who has joined. That is certainly not sustainable. Dr. White stressed the importance of reaching the younger generations for Jesus, and the fact that a solid children's ministry is a vitally important component. He wrote a blog on this topic titled “The Most Important Sub-Ministry In Your Church” that would be worth reading if you missed it. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Hosts:James Cox Blake MoselyAmanda DolanAllie MosleyEpisode Highlights:Introduction and welcome to the show.Discussion on the importance of mental health and the benefits of therapy, featuring a sponsorship message from BetterHelp.A fun segment about coffee brands, introducing Bones Coffee.Deep dives into band biographies and music discussions.Conversations about musical covers, including Sweeney Todd and various performances.Insights into the challenges of singing and harmonizing in musical numbers.Interaction with listeners and encouragement to follow the show on social media platforms.Information on how to reach out for interviews and listener engagement.Promotion of other podcasts by the hosts, including South Carolina Spook Show and Not Religious.Special Offers:BetterHelp is offering listeners 10% off their first month of therapy. Visit betterhelp.com/music speaks to get started.Social Media:Follow the show on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and Clapper.Contact Information:Email:James: james@whenwordsfailmusicspeaks.comBlake: blake@whenwordsfailmusicspeaks.comAmanda: amandadolin@whenwordsfailmusicspeaks.comClosing Remarks:Thank you for listening and stay tuned for the next episode!

On this episode, Susanna Chapman, an illustrator who loves picture books, discusses her career in books, her love for an audiobook mausoleum, and why she loves the beginning of a book. We also destigmatize her concern around her main reading format and she tricks me into answering one of my own questions.    The Fastest Drummer: Clap Your Hands for Viola Smith  Pre-Order Dragonflies of Glass: the True Story of Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Girls    Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley  The City and It's Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami  How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix    Books Highlighted by Susanna: Dim Sum Palace by X. Fang Twenty Questions by Mac Barnett & Christian Robinson This One Summer by Mariko Tamaki & Jillian Tamaki  Charlotte's Web by E.B. White Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst & Ray Cruz The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz The Bear & The Moon by Matthew Burgess & Catia Chien I Talk Like a River by Jordan Scott & Sydney Smith Fish is Fish by Leo Lionni Daughters & Rebels by Jessica Mitford Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown Where Butterflies Fill the Sky: A Story of Immigration, Family, and Finding Home by Zahra Marwan It Came From the Trees by Ally Russel This Book is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work by Tiffany Jewel & Aurelia Durand Life's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious by David Dark Exvangelical & Beyond: How American Christianity Went Radical and the Movement That's Fighting Back by Blake Chastain  How to Be An Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi  The People's Plaza: Sixty-Two Days of Nonviolent Resistance by Justin Jones  Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams & William Nicholson  After the Fall by Dan Santat  Roaming by Jillian Tamaki & Mariko Tamaki    All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Snail and Worm: Three Stories about Two Friends by Tina Kügler  The Crossover by Kwame Alexander & Dawud Anyabwile  Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney  Winnie-The-Pooh by A.A. Milne  The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats  Seeing, Saying, Doing, Playing by Taro Gomi  Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford  Spinning by Tillie Walden  On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong  The Napping House by Audrey Wood & Don Wood  Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë East of Eden by John Steinbeck  The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck  Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close by Aminatou Sow & Ann Friedman  The Woman in Me by Britney Spears  I Was Their American Dream: A Graphic Memoir by Malaka Gharib It Won't Always Be Like This: A Graphic Memoir by Malaka Gharib My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshefgh  The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin  The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl  Late Migrations: A Natural History of Love and Loss by Margaret Renkl  Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña & Christian Robinson  Milo Imagines the World by Matt de la Peña & Christian Robinson  The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein  Ulysses by James Joyce  The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster & Jules Feiffer

**Special Note: Christianity Today will unveil our new redesign on August 12th! Don't miss out—click here for a trial subscription.** "We need to do a better job as Christians of talking about the body in ways that valorize creation—not just criticizing people who want to do things we think are morally wrong, but helping them understand what God made right.” So says professor, author, and theologian Michael Horton on this episode of The Russell Moore Show. He and Moore discuss Horton's new book, Shaman and Sage: The Roots of “Spiritual but Not Religious” in Antiquity. Their conversation explores the growing cultural attraction to Wicca, why people long for a connection to the mystical, and the goodness of our created flesh. They talk about technological advances that attempt to transcend the body, how we arrived in a cultural moment where people are spiritual but not religious, and what it looks like to engage with people who don't believe there are any answers to the universe. Tune in for an episode that encourages Christians to understand how the goodness of the gospel transforms our entire beings—body and soul alike. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Michael Horton Sola Media White Horse Inn Shaman and Sage: The Roots of Spiritual but Not Religious in Antiquity by Michael Horton The Late Great Planet Earth by Hal Lindsey with Carole C. Carlson The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology by Ray Kurzweil The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI by Ray Kurzweil Transcendent ManYuval Noah Harari Do you have a question for Russell Moore? Send it to questions@russellmoore.com. Click here for a trial membership at Christianity Today. “The Russell Moore Show” is a production of Christianity Today Executive Producers: Erik Petrik, Russell Moore, and Mike Cosper Host: Russell Moore Producer: Ashley Hales Associate Producers: Abby Perry and McKenzie Hill Director of Operations for CT Media: Matt Stevens Audio engineering by Dan Phelps Video producer: Abby Egan Theme Song: “Dusty Delta Day” by Lennon Hutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Message for 07/07/2024 "Jesus is Not Religious" by Justin McTeer. *All verses are NLT unless otherwise noted* Jesus is not religious. Matthew 15:1-9 - Some Pharisees and teachers of religious law now arrived from Jerusalem to see Jesus. They asked him, 2 “Why do your disciples disobey our age-old tradition? For they ignore our tradition of ceremonial hand washing before they eat.” 3 Jesus replied, “And why do you, by your traditions, violate the direct commandments of God? 4 For instance, God says, ‘Honor your father and mother,' and ‘Anyone who speaks disrespectfully of father or mother must be put to death.' 5 But you say it is all right for people to say to their parents, ‘Sorry, I can't help you. For I have vowed to give to God what I would have given to you.' 6 In this way, you say they don't need to honor their parents. And so you cancel the word of God for the sake of your own tradition. 7 You hypocrites! Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you, for he wrote, 8 ‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. 9 Their worship is a farce, for they teach man-made ideas as commands from God.'” Isaiah 29:13 NIV - The Lord says: “These people come near to me with their mouth and honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. Their worship of me is based on merely human rules they have been taught. Makes what is Periphery Primary Confuses Convictions for Commands ABSOLUTES, INTERPRETATIONS, CONVICTIONS, PREFERENCES “The water was first poured on both hands, held with the fingers pointed upwards, and must run up the arm as far as the wrist. It must drop off from the wrist, for the water was now itself unclean, having touched the unclean hands, and, if it ran down the fingers again, it would again render them unclean. The process was repeated with the hands held in the opposite direction, with the fingers pointing down; and then finally each hand was cleansed by being rubbed with the fist of the other. A really strict Jew would do all this, not only before a meal, but also between each of the courses.” Turns Blessings into Burdens Matthew 23:4 - They crush people with unbearable religious demands and never lift a finger to ease the burden Matthew 11:28 - Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Tries to Control God Obsessed with the Outward Matthew 23:27-28 NIV - “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean. 28 In the same way, on the outside you appear to people as righteous but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness. Matthew 15:10-20 - Then Jesus called to the crowd to come and hear. “Listen,” he said, “and try to understand. 11 It's not what goes into your mouth that defiles you; you are defiled by the words that come out of your mouth.” 12 Then the disciples came to him and asked, “Do you realize you offended the Pharisees by what you just said?” 13 Jesus replied, “Every plant not planted by my heavenly Father will be uprooted, 14 so ignore them. They are blind guides leading the blind, and if one blind person guides another, they will both fall into a ditch.” 15 Then Peter said to Jesus, “Explain to us the parable that says people aren't defiled by what they eat.” 16 “Don't you understand yet?” Jesus asked. 17 “Anything you eat passes through the stomach and then goes into the sewer. 18 But the words you speak come from the heart—that's what defiles you.19 For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. 20 These are what defile you. Eating with unwashed hands will never defile you.” Matthew 7:21-23 - “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles?' 23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!' Psalm 139:23-24 NIV - Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.

Caleb Wait, Sola Media's Director of Content, interviews Michael Horton on his new book, “Shaman and Sage: The Roots of “Spiritual but Not Religious” in Antiquity. Many preachers today appeal to headlines that announce a surge in spirituality as if this news offers the church encouragement. We tend to think of modern secular culture as hostile to spirituality—an atheistic world of soulless materialism. So if modern people now want spirituality, Christians often think, that must mean people will find their way toward Christianity. This thesis, among many others, is challenged by Horton in the first volume of his new series on the Divine-Self. Listen in as Horton shares how this new intellectual history of “spiritual but not religious” as a phenomenon in Western culture is the biggest project he's ever undertaken. Horton shows how ancient shamanist practices and philosophies appear in Plato, schools in Alexandria, the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and more, revealing to us that modern practices and beliefs are far more ancient than we think. SHAMAN AND SAGE: THE ROOTS OF “SPIRITUAL NOT RELIGIOUS” IN ANTIQUITY: https://www.eerdmans.com/9780802877116/shaman-and-sage/ CHECK OUT THIS MONTH'S OFFERS: FREE DOWNLOAD - Secular Spirituality: A Brief History Praying with Jesus: Getting to the Heart of the Lord's Prayer by Adriel Sanchez. Become a Partner to support the work of White Horse Inn as we apply the riches of the Reformation to the modern church. Subscribe to Modern Reformation magazine. Our May/June issue is “This Isn't the Reformation You're Looking For,” where we feature essays and articles about the “New Apostolic Reformation” (NAR) and how its vision of revivalism and enthusiasm is not the kind of renewal the church and culture needs. For more information, visit us at whitehorseinn.org or email us at info@whitehorseinn.org. Featuring: Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb

We welcome back Dr. Anne Hendershott of Franciscan University of Steubenville to discuss her article in Crisis Magazine on "performative Catholicism" by politicians and public figures. If their public behavior is so contrary to the faith they claim to profess, why bother faking it?   Show Notes Performative Catholicism - Crisis Magazine Anne Hendershott – Catholic World Report Joe Biden: "Next Republican Who Tells Me I'm Not Religious, I'll Shove My Rosary Beads Down Their Throat" - LifeNews.com No, You Can't Be Pro-Choice and Catholic! (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 01/28/22 Congressional Catholics – Let's Tell the Truth (Fr Robert McTeigue, SJ) 06/25/21 Confronting Congressional Catholics—Again (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/14/23 Lepanto Charity Reports The Politics of Deviance | Dr. Anne Hendershott The Politics of Envy | Dr. Anne Hendershott Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

Author and educator David Dark returns to Things Not Seen to discuss the reframed and expanded edition of his book, Life's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Libenson and Lex Rofeberg offer their perspectives on spirituality, in the final episode of a 12-episode mini-series focused on Jewish spirituality, featuring a wide variety of thinkers, practitioners, writers, performers, and more. They also announce some exciting news, for Judaism Unbound and for the Jewish collective as a whole!Access full shownotes for this episode via this link. Learn more about Judaism Unbound's UnYeshiva -- a digital center for Jewish learning and unlearing -- by heading to www.judaismunbound.com/unyeshiva. And if you're enjoying Judaism Unbound, please help us keep things going with a one-time, or monthly, tax-deductible donation -- via JudaismUnbound.com/donate. 

Professor and author Dr. David Dark joins the VCW hall to talk about his reframed and expanded new book "Life's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious". We discuss the definition of "religious" vs "spiritual but not religious", Hollywood's portrayal of Christians and/or religious people, why to "love a person is to love a process" and also that love takes a neighborhood. Buy the book here: https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506481661/Lifes-Too-Short-to-Pretend-You-re-Not-Religious Connect with Dr. David Dark here: On Substack: https://daviddark.substack.com/ On Twitter: @daviddark Check out Zach's music by going to: https://muzach.bandcamp.com Twitter: Twitter: @vcwpod Zach- @muzach Dave- @Davejlester Podcast music by Zach Malm Logo by Zach Malm

Author and educator David Dark returns to Things Not Seen to discuss the reframed and expanded edition of his book, Life's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious. As he reminds us, 'religion' touches on all our commitments, large and small, as we navigate our daily lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

References: What It Means To Be Spiritual But Not Religious by Caroline Kitchener Meet the "Spiritual but Not Religious" by Barna Research Releases in Faith & Christianity Watch the video podcast here: Mind the Ear | YouTubewww.BeatitudesChurch.org

References: What It Means To Be Spiritual But Not Religious by Caroline Kitchener Meet the "Spiritual but Not Religious" by Barna Research Releases in Faith & Christianity Watch the video podcast here: Mind the Ear | YouTube

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Wil Jeudy, who was named Activist of the Year for 2022 by American Atheists. We talk with Wil about his experience as a secular activist in Texas, starting with a long journey to becoming an atheist and the desire for community.  We learn about how Wil has moved from finding like-minded people in Houston to becoming a state organizer and political activist.In the bonus section, available exclusively to Patreon supporters, we dig a little deeper into the risks and challenges of being an atheist in Texas, as well as Wil's experience as an urgent care doctor during Covid.For more on Wil: ​​https://www.atheists.org/people/wil-jeudy/Secular Houston: www.secularhouston.com​​Wil's questionnaire for political candidates:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmY9LBKA7BoZaiM_yEzckqinIUdFwsSbiJC-3k0023gS7DJQ/viewform?usp=sf_linkCheck out Nathan's recent review of Joseph Blankholm's book, The Secular Paradox: On the Religiosity of the Not Religious: https://onlysky.media/nalexander/the-weirdness-of-being-secular/Follow Nathan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NathGAlexanderNathan's website: https://www.nathangalexander.com/If you find the podcast valuable and want to support it, check out our Patreon page, where you will also find bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/beyond_atheism We are grateful for every contribution.

Well seems as though the globe is choosing violence. If that is the case, then according to Matthew 24:6 "You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come." This is prophecy that seems to be leaping off biblical pages. But this podcast is NOT RELIGIOUS, so don't let that scare ya away, we gotta talk about the times we are living in and I think we can all agree that these are some weird times indeed! But what does this mean for our future. Find out suddenly what happens when your in bed with someone who believes in Jesus! Why does North Korea want all the smoke? Also, why do I call Kim Jung Un a "little angel!" This one is on point in all the ways. But remember, No fear, the end is not yet. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show

CLICK HERE for the video on Christophanies (appearances of Jesus) in the Old Testament. CLICK HERE for the FULL series on How to Find Jesus in the Old Testament. CLICK HERE for Natasha Crain's content that helps parents to disciple their kids. CLICK HERE for Foundation Worldview which has actual video lessons to help teach your kids a Christian worldview. CLICK HERE for BibleThinker shirts, mugs, and other stuff. The goal isn't to make money on these, they are just for you, for fun, since we set the profit margin as low as they'll allow us to go. 0:00 - Intro 0:07 {Spiritual but Not Religious?} How should we respond when someone says, “I’m not religious, I’m spiritual”? 23:14 {Who is our “Neighbor”?} “Who, then, is my neighbor?” In Luke 10:25-37, I know the Good Samaritan is me, but who does the "neighbor" he helped represent? I have never met a naked, beaten, and robbed Jew…I don't think. 26:35 {About Mid-Acts Dispensationalism} Can you give some more information on the Mid-Acts Dispensationalism movement? It sounds biblical. 31:11 {Should Ungodly Behavior Cause Doubt?} If I were to doubt Christianity (I don't), it would be because of a lack of holiness. Christians seem to be jerks at the same rate as the world, or more. Why is this, if we have the Holy Spirit? 36:40 {God in the Garden} Who was walking in the garden in Genesis 3:8? Was it Jesus, the Father, the Holy Spirit, or all three? 41:50 {About Anglo/British Israelism} What are your thoughts on Anglo-Israelism or British Israelism? It is the belief that America and the British commonwealth are physical descendants of Israel. 44:41 {Discerning True vs. False Prophecies} How do you test WOF prophecy when it sounds more like insights/encouragements, not foretelling future events? What SHOULD modern prophecy sound like? 48:49 {Is Fear of Hell a Valid Motivator?} Would a death bed conversion work if the main driving factor is the fear of Hell rather than choosing to trust God? 51:58 {Biblical Advice for Parents} What advice can you give to parents in these times to help them raise children who choose to trust and follow Jesus later in life? Can you do a biblical series on parenting? 55:33 {What Should I Do if I Question My Salvation?} If someone is thinking that they might not be saved, seeing their sinfulness, what should they do? “Not sinning” sort of seems like a Band-Aid on the problem. 1:00:07 {Singular vs. Plural Pronouns for God?} Why is it improper to refer to God as "they" instead of "He," since He is three persons? Example of the problem: "He spoke to Job out of the storm" tends to make us think the Father alone is speaking. 1:03:03 {Can Past Sins Disqualify a Man from Leadership?} If a man’s pre-salvation life is especially disgraceful, could he ever t

CLICK HERE for the video on Christophanies (appearances of Jesus) in the Old Testament. CLICK HERE for the FULL series on How to Find Jesus in the Old Testament. CLICK HERE for Natasha Crain's content that helps parents to disciple their kids. CLICK HERE for Foundation Worldview which has actual video lessons to help teach your kids a Christian worldview. CLICK HERE for BibleThinker shirts, mugs, and other stuff. The goal isn't to make money on these, they are just for you, for fun, since we set the profit margin as low as they'll allow us to go. 0:00 - Intro 0:07 {Spiritual but Not Religious?} How should we respond when someone says, “I’m not religious, I’m spiritual”? 23:14 {Who is our “Neighbor”?} “Who, then, is my neighbor?” In Luke 10:25-37, I know the Good Samaritan is me, but who does the "neighbor" he helped represent? I have never met a naked, beaten, and robbed Jew…I don't think. 26:35 {About Mid-Acts Dispensationalism} Can you give some more information on the Mid-Acts Dispensationalism movement? It sounds biblical. 31:11 {Should Ungodly Behavior Cause Doubt?} If I were to doubt Christianity (I don't), it would be because of a lack of holiness. Christians seem to be jerks at the same rate as the world, or more. Why is this, if we have the Holy Spirit? 36:40 {God in the Garden} Who was walking in the garden in Genesis 3:8? Was it Jesus, the Father, the Holy Spirit, or all three? 41:50 {About Anglo/British Israelism} What are your thoughts on Anglo-Israelism or British Israelism? It is the belief that America and the British commonwealth are physical descendants of Israel. 44:41 {Discerning True vs. False Prophecies} How do you test WOF prophecy when it sounds more like insights/encouragements, not foretelling future events? What SHOULD modern prophecy sound like? 48:49 {Is Fear of Hell a Valid Motivator?} Would a death bed conversion work if the main driving factor is the fear of Hell rather than choosing to trust God? 51:58 {Biblical Advice for Parents} What advice can you give to parents in these times to help them raise children who choose to trust and follow Jesus later in life? Can you do a biblical series on parenting? 55:33 {What Should I Do if I Question My Salvation?} If someone is thinking that they might not be saved, seeing their sinfulness, what should they do? “Not sinning” sort of seems like a Band-Aid on the problem. 1:00:07 {Singular vs. Plural Pronouns for God?} Why is it improper to refer to God as "they" instead of "He," since He is three persons? Example of the problem: "He spoke to Job out of the storm" tends to make us think the Father alone is speaking. 1:03:03 {Can Past Sins Disqualify a Man from Leadership?} If a man’s pre-salvation life is especially disgraceful, could he ever t

In this stream I discuss the famous actor and now spiritual teacher Russell Brand and deconstruct his worldview and spirituality. As will be seen, he falls into the same milieu with all the other New Age, Spiritual but Not Religious, and pan-psychic forms of spirituality. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think. God bless Intro MusicFollow Keynan Here! https://linktr.ee/keynanrwilsSuperchat Here https://streamlabs.com/churchoftheeternallogosRokfin: https://rokfin.com/dpharryWebsite: http://www.davidpatrickharry.com GAB: https://gab.com/dpharrySupport COTEL with Crypto!Bitcoin: 3QNWpM2qLGfaZ2nUXNDRnwV21UUiaBKVsyEthereum: 0x0b87E0494117C0adbC45F9F2c099489079d6F7DaLitecoin: MKATh5kwTdiZnPE5Ehr88Yg4KW99Zf7k8d If you enjoy this production, feel compelled, or appreciate my other videos, please support me through my website memberships (www.davidpatrickharry.com) or donate directly by PayPal or crypto! Any contribution would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Logos Subscription Membership: http://davidpatrickharry.com/register/ Venmo: @cotel - https://account.venmo.com/u/cotel PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/eternallogos Donations: http://www.davidpatrickharry.com/donate/PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/eternallogos Website: http://www.davidpatrickharry.com Rokfin: https://rokfin.com/dpharryOdysee: https://odysee.com/@ChurchoftheEternalLogos:dGAB: https://gab.com/dpharryTelegram: https://t.me/eternallogosMinds: https://www.minds.com/DpharryBitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/W10R...DLive: https://dlive.tv/The_Eternal_LogosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dpharry/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/eternal_logos

This week we're gossin' 'bout being commanded by songs and musicians, more Chris Pratt news(including a strange Mario update) and how he's NOT RELIGIOUS, the horror of the catsupsicle, lakes with hot takes, disturbing Leonardo DiCaprio news, a 10 year old Affleck tries to park, the Hocus Pocus 2 trailer drop.  And in celeb conspiracy corner; Does Avril Lavigne even have ears!? We're also checking out a product placement filled List, Blindz and SHOUTzZz! Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Joseph Blankholm, an assistant professor in the Department of Religious Studies at University of California, Santa Barbara, and the author of the new book, The Secular Paradox: On the Religiosity of the Not Religious. We talk about his decade-long research project of attending secular events and interviewing secular people trying to build secular organizations. We discuss in depth what he calls the “secular paradox” – the uneasy ambivalence secular people feel toward religion. We also talk about the unique position of “secular misfits” who don't fit into the expected secular pattern. Finally, we find out whether a “true secular person” can dislike John Lennon's song “Imagine.”In the bonus content, available exclusively to supporters on Patreon, we find out more about Joe's research in the field, his discomfort around attending a Secular Day of the Dead ceremony, and why his research required so much alcohol consumption.The Secular Paradox: On the Religiosity of the Not Religious: https://nyupress.org/9781479809523/the-secular-paradox/Follow Joe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/joeblankholmFollow Nathan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NathGAlexanderNathan's website: https://www.nathangalexander.com/If you find the podcast valuable and want to support it, check out our Patreon page, where you will also find bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/beyond_atheism We are grateful for every contribution.

In this episode:We continue to consider the importance of letting things unfold in the psyche, particularly in connection with the practice of active imagination.Let's make this a conversation:Do you have a comment or  question about this episode, or about something you would like me to address in a future episode? Please contact me on Instagram (@digital.jung), Facebook (facebook.com/jungiananalyst), or Twitter (@Jason_E_Smith).For more on living a symbolic life:Please check out my book, Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life, available from Chiron Publications.Sources for quotes and more:Commentary on the Secret of the Golden Flower from 'Collected Works, vol. 13' by C.G. Jung.Season 2, Episode 10: Letting Ourselves Be'Inner Work' by Robert Johnson.Mysterium Coniunctionis from 'Collected Works, vol. 14' by C.G. Jung.'Encounters with the Soul' by Barbara Hannah.'Jung on Active Imagination,' edited by Joan Chodorow.'Religious but Not Religious' by Jason E. Smith.Season 2, Episode 4: The Fact of FantasyThe Practice of Psychotherapy from 'Collected Works, vol. 16' by C.G. Jung.The Old Woman in the Woods, Grimm's Fairy Tales.Like this podcast?Please consider leaving a review at one of the following sites:Apple PodcastsSpotifyPodchaserMusic:"Dreaming Days," "Slow Vibing," and "The Return" by Ketsa are licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode:We talk about the value of letting things happen and why Jung felt it was essential for the task of individuation.Let's make this a conversation:Do you have a comment or  question about this episode, or about something you would like me to address in a future episode? Please contact me on Instagram (@digital.jung), Facebook (facebook.com/jungiananalyst), or Twitter (@Jason_E_Smith).For more on living a symbolic life:Please check out my book, Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life, available from Chiron Publications.Sources for quotes and more:'The Integration of the Personality' by C.G. Jung.'Tao Te Ching,' Translated by Richard Wilhelm.'Some keep the Sabbath going to Church' by Emily Dickinson.'The Spiritual Life' by Evelyn Underhill. 'The Wisdom of Insecurity' by Alan Watts.'Religious but Not Religious' by Jason E. Smith.'The Cloud of Unknowing.''Lost' by David Wagoner.'Oceans' by Juan Ramón Jiménez.'Love in the Void,' a collection of writings by Simone Weil.'Encounters with the Soul' by Barbara Hannah.'Visions Seminars' by C.G. JungTransformation Symbolism in the Mass  from 'Collected Works, vol. 11' by C.G. Jung.Like this podcast?Please consider leaving a review at one of the following sites:Apple PodcastsSpotifyPodchaserMusic:"Dreaming Days," "Slow Vibing," and "The Return" by Ketsa are licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Thanks for an incredible year! Take a look at our show notes below for a curated list of our favorite episodes in 2021. Maybe you missed one, or just want to refresh your memory. Just tap the link to listen now or find it in your favorite podcast feed. Brand new episodes & more content coming your way in 2022!FAVORITES:How To Make Your New Year's Resolutions StickI'm Not Religious, So What Does The Bible Have To Teach Me About Leadership?Attitude Is KingThe Curiosity TraitHome Depot's Power Hour (Part 2): How To Keep Values From Slipping In Your OrganizationTEAMS:Titles & Rings: Why Playing For A Winning Team Matters More Than Your PositionWhy Trust Is Everything On A TeamThe Difference & Diversity Of A Great TeamCOMMUNICATION:Pro Tips For Communicating To Any Size AudienceWhy Martin Luther King Was A Brilliant CommunicatorThe 3 C's Of Effective CommunicationHEALTHY LEADERSHIP:The Discipline of VacationDo You Have A Growth Mindset?Who's In Your Corner?VISION & VALUES:Transferring ValuesThe Difference Between A Dreamer & A VisionaryA Leader's Responsibility (Part 1)How To Catch A Compelling VisionPRO TIPS:The Keys To Delegation (Part 2)10 Things That Require Zero Talent (Part 1)Home Depot's Power Hour (Part 1): Customer Service & The Thank You EconomyManaging Tensions vs. Solving Problems 

"I wrestle not against flesh and blood." (David Dark's Ephesians 6:12 mantra) / According to David Dark (Belmont University), each of us occupy a variety of robots—roles, titles, occupations, institutions, conglomerates, ways of being, social norms, etc.—and these robots exert a cultural force, sometimes benign, but then again, sometimes violently destructive and degrading of human life. And in order to appreciate and honor our shared humanity, those of us in violent, impersonal robot systems need to be softly, humanely, respectfully, lovingly exorcised from those violent systems. David Dark joins Evan Rosa to talk about his idea of "Robot Soft Exorcism"—a metaphor-slash-parable-slash-theory-slash-way-of-life—that he uses to explain and expound non-violent resistance and prophetic witness. Along the way, they discuss the righteous skepticism he was raised on, the blurry secular-sacred divide, how he met Henri Nouwen, the technological ethics of Jacques Ellul, the real meaning of turning the other cheek, and the constant need to divest ourselves of the power of our positions, our titles, our platforms ... our robots.About David DarkDavid Dark is an American writer and cultural critic; and is Assistant Professor of Religion and the Arts at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. He's author of several books including, Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious, The Sacredness of Questioning Everything, Everyday Apocalypse: The Sacred Revealed in Radiohead, The Simpsons, and Other Pop Culture Icons, and The Gospel According To America: A Meditation on a God-blessed, Christ-haunted Idea. Follow him on Twitter @DavidDark or his Substack, Dark MatterShow NotesDavid Dark's Robot Soft Exorcism Twitter Thread: https://twitter.com/DavidDark/status/1012804184868048896Righteous skepticism in David Dark's family historyGodzilla and GodSecular–sacred divide"I don't have to settle for the given dichotomies or dualisms."Daoism, intellectual humility and the meaning of righteous skepticism in southern (fundamentalist) Christian contextThe blurry binaries of Christianity and Pop CultureNashville: "The post-modern Vatican of the prayer trade"Christian music industry in the'80s"One might want to separate Christian marketing from the January 6th attack, but you really can't because association is currency.""On human barnyard"; "there are no unrelated phenomena"On meeting Henri Nouwen and learning the word social justice"There is no non-social justice. Justice is relational."Robot Soft ExorcismEphesians 6:12: "For our struggle is not against enemies of blood and flesh, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places."Walter Wink's Powers seriesPower dynamics of 2018's border crisis, separating families at the border, and Sarah Huckabee Sanders at the Red Hen RestaurantTurning the other cheek; demanding to be punched as an equalDramatizing the conflict as part of the task of prophetic action"Robot soft exorcism is inviting someone to be a human being rather than just being their position."Breaking it down: The Robot PartJacques Ellul and the Technological SocietyUse vs Reception"I think that Twitter can be a wonderful tool. It is the tool upon which I inscribed my Robots Soft Exorcism. But Twitter is also can be a broken fire hydrant of sadness and rage.""I think Ellul said: We speak of a computer as a companion, but a computer is actually a vampire.""What we do with our screens is what we do with our lives. We are never escaping relationship.""[Insert Soul Here]"Philip K. Dick's "disinformation"Beck: "Don't believe everything you breathe."Breaking it down: The Exorcism PartMob Spirit on January 6"Sitting with anger until it becomes sadness." (Sarah Mason)Exorcism as social therapyThoreau: "We all crave reality."Buddhists surrendering a spirit of conflict or difference before partingKarl Barth: If you don't have any solid difference with the person with whom you exchange the peace of Christ, the peace of Christ isn't there because the peace has to overcome some kind of difference."Opinion, Posture, Position: None ever have to be confused with one's identity.U2's "Staring at the Sun": "Armor-plated suits and ties""Sometimes when we skip straight to Christ, we skip over Jesus of Nazareth. I'm not saying we all do that whenever we say Christ, but w if I say Christ enough that I'm not thinking about the sermon on the Mount, that I'm not thinking of the red letter words, Christ can become a kind of personal ghost friend who excuses me from my bad behavior."Divesting ourselves of the power we carry through the worldClaudia Rankin: whiteness as an investment in not-knowingThe centrality of listeningEllul: "Propaganda is monologue and monologue ends when dialogue begins."Breaking it down: The Soft PartCivil Rights Movement is actually the Non-Violent Movement of America"One human exchange at a time."Mantra: "I wrestle not against flesh and blood." (Ephesians 6:12)Rage Against the MachineAdvent/Christmas as the prototypical Robot Soft ExorcismBruce Coburn: "Redemption rips through the surface of time in the cry of a tiny babe.""We're really going against the news cycle if we insist on the meaning of human history being in this manger scene. To be alive to it, to be citizens of a better future than what is being settled for by our robot overlords."Production NotesThis podcast featured author and cultural critic David DarkEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Martin Chan, Nathan Jowers, Natalie Lam, and Logan LedmanA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

Starting off with the history of the People's Park in Berkley, we segway into discussing Emily Kaplan's article in the Washington Post, “The Rise of the Liberal Latter-day Saints.” It's a great article and has generated lots of discussion, especially around LBGTQ issues. Join us!  Link to our Face in Hat discord server! https://discord.gg/MnSMvKHvwh People's Park (Berkeley) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/People%27s_Park_(Berkeley) The Rise of the Liberal Latter-day Saints and the battle for the future of Mormonism, by Emily Kaplan https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2021/09/27/rise-liberal-latter-day-saints/ First Person: Berkeley's Matt Marostica on How to Make Progressive Change within a Conservative Church https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101885956/first-person-berkeleys-matt-marostica-on-how-to-make-progressive-change-within-a-conservative-church Fireside podcast Ep. 6—No Compartments (David Dark) https://www.firesidepod.org/episodes/dark Life's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious, by David Dark  https://www.amazon.com/Lifes-Short-Pretend-Youre-Religious/dp/0830844465 Human History Gets a Rewrite, by William Deresiewicz https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2021/11/graeber-wengrow-dawn-of-everything-history-humanity/620177/ Garden of Enid: Enid vs. The Big Tent, by Scott Hales https://thegardenofenid.tumblr.com/post/94527291396/enid-vs-the-big-tent-8122014/amp Benjamin Park's response to Emily Kaplan's essay https://twitter.com/BenjaminEPark/status/1442616042627469312 Prop 8 - The Musical https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_hyT7_Bx9o Stretching the Heavens: The Life of Eugene England and the Crisis of Modern Mormonism, by Terryl L. Givens https://www.amazon.com/Stretching-Heavens-Eugene-England-Mormonism/dp/146966433X

I speak with Jungian Analyst, Jason E. Smith, about the symbolic life and the religious function of the psyche.  Jason is the host of the podcast, Digital Jung. He is also the author of Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life. Links below Religious but Not Religious: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P3T6N2H/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0 Digital Jung: https://digitaljung.buzzsprout.com/ Jason's website: http://www.jungiantherapist.net/  -- Intro/Outro music: Meh by Monplaisir

This week we're talking with award-winning author Wendy Thomas Russell about tackling the tricky topic of religion with kids—whether you're religious yourself or not. Listen to hear Wendy's advice on how to talk about the religions that are embedded in our culture and answer tricky questions about God in a neutral and educational way. Wendy is the author of Relax, It's Just God: How and Why to Talk to Your Kids About Religion When You're Not Religious, and the co-author of ParentShift: Ten Universal Truths That Will Change the Way You Raise Your Kids. Have an idea for a future episode? Call us at 347-687-8109 and leave a voicemail, or write to us at upgrade@lifehacker.com. We want to hear from you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"I'm Not Religious, I'm Spiritual" Are These Type of People Serious? gets into the topic of being religious vs. being spiritual. Recently a lot of creators and media personalities have depicted the non-christian community as impractical, "earthy", etc. without having a true understanding of this community and perspective. Here we provide clarity. visit https://linktr.ee/pushitfwd

DOCUMENTATION AND ADDITIONAL READING PART 1 (0:0 - 12:2): ────────────────── The ‘I'm Spiritual but Not Religious' Moment for Generation Z? Where You Find Human Beings, You Will Always Find Worship — Even Worship of Rock Crystals RELIGION NEWS SERVICE (HEATHER GREEN) Study: Gen Z Doubles Down on Spirituality, Combining Tarot and Traditional PART 2 (12:3 - 17:10): ────────────────── What Sells When Modern Day Spirituality Meets Capitalism? Primarily, the Self WALL STREET JOURNAL (ELLEN GAMERMAN) ‘Nine Perfect Strangers,' ‘White Lotus' and the Art of the Wellness Takedown WALL STREET JOURNAL (ELIZABETH BERNSTEIN) The Mental-Health Benefits of Spiritual Thinking PART 3 (17:11 - 27:43): ────────────────── The Mailbox — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners on This Friday Segment of The Briefing

What does it mean to be spiritual, though not religious? And why are more people identifying as such? In today's episode, Carl talks about the fastest growing spiritual community in the world, and why you should create your own personal spiritual practice, whether you're experiencing a life-limiting illness or not. If you have a question, comment, or a story you'd like to share, send it to us at soulwaysconversations@gmail.com. If you send us your message as a voice memo, we just may play it on the air!Soulways is produced by Carl Magruder, BCC, M.Div. and Marta Rusek, and is a production of Civic Light Projects.  Windchimes sound effect by Jonathan Shaw. This episode is sponsored by Friends General Conference.Support the Soulways podcast on Patreon at Patreon.com/Soulways.Support the show

‘I'm not religious' is something many say, but religion is a place of reconnection and realignment. Good mental health grows in a healthy religious experience. Say the word ‘Religion,' and you'll get lots of reactions. The word ‘Religion' can a springboard to thoughts of rules, regulations, rituals, commitments, vows, attendance at meetings, obedience, hierarchy, and people often wearing funny-looking clothes. Religion is often seen as a straightjacket to freedom. You must do certain things to get right with God and be part of the group. But I think we are all prone to want to find a religion of our own, even making a religion we can call home. Let's look into the word religion a bit deeper. The reconnect of Religion. If we look into the history of the word, we find that it comes from two words  re-ligare, i.e., re- (again) + ligare or “to reconnect.” Re-ligio is to re-ligament or reconnect. I see a surgeon reconnecting ligaments and bones back into the sockets where they have been pulled out. There is a reconnection to something bigger than oneself. We've drifted, detached, disconnected, and want to come home to the unity of something bigger than ourselves. There is also the thought of realignment. That religion offers a realignment to a drifting soul. Here is the path. Walk this way—a compass to follow. We all have a religion. Using these definitions, I think we all have a religion. A method by which we reconnect with something bigger than ourselves. Something that realigns us. We may not be conscious of it, but it will be there calling us back to a conformity. It might be that sport you love. It could be a personal philosophy or a political party. The religion of communism or capitalism. We all have a religion, but it may not meet in a building on Sunday. So what can a religion offer you? Playgrounds and fences It was a busy neighborhood, and cars, buses, and trucks drove many of the streets. But there was no place for the children to play, to have fun, explore, climb, fall and kick a ball. Nowhere for lovers to walk and children to make friends. So the parents got together and found an empty area in the middle of their neighborhood and petitioned the town council to create a park full of swings, jumps, and climbing frames. It was agreed, and the building began. Trees were planted, a water fountain installed, flower gardens, picnic tables, park benches, climbing walls, poles to swing off. This was a place where all could come and reconnect to the joy of play and fun. First kisses would be experienced. Lifelong friendships would form. People could stretch out on the grass and enjoy the summer sun. But nearby was that busy, dangerous road. It was a huge risk for any child chasing a ball. So the council built a fence.  It was strong and sturdy and stopped any errant ball or flying frisbee. Everyone was safe while they stayed within the park's boundaries, within the fenceline, inside the lines of love and respect. Religion, in many ways, offers the nuts, bolts, and mesh of the fenceline. We know the rules, the norms, and social conventions. For newcomers, it has to be taught. ‘In this park, we don't have wild drunken parties; it's not safe for the children. And we don't do drugs. Go to some other park if you want to do that.' Sadly though, there are many people more interested in focusing on the fenceline and rule board at the entry gate than enjoying the relational benefits of the park. They may even form committees to ensure everyone knows the rules and that the fenceline is strong and robust. I once had someone come to me wanting to point out the fenceline, the rules, the regulations. When I suggested we talk about a Jesus story about the fence line, he wasn't interested. ‘I don't want to talk about Jesus' was his response. BIG RED FLAG! I was inviting him to play on the Jesus climbing frame, and all he wanted to do was inspect the tightness of the mesh fence. His religious playground was small, black and white, and empty of life. His back was turned away from having relational fun. He faced forward like a sergeant major, making sure the religious rules were kept and abided by. He was trapped in what Richard Rohr would call ‘Early-stage religion.' Early-stage religion tends to focus on cleaning up, which is to say, determining who meets the requirements for moral behavior and religious belief. Richard Rohr The Universal Christ And it's this ‘Early-stage religion' that gives religion a bad rap. Who wants that! Sadly, many people stay stuck in ‘Early-stage religion' and never learn to dance in the summer sun and find their first enduring kiss of grace. I want to be inside the park to make great friends, have fun, and play. To be vulnerable, express love to others, and feel the love coming back. I can't tell you the number of passionate lovers in my park! Yes, I know there is a fence, some group norms, but I want to know the friends in my playground. Jesus was a religious rule breaker. Jesus was a rule-breaker, well, at least the rules set up by man to codify what was right and wrong. One Sabbath, Jesus was strolling with his disciples through a field of ripe grain. Hungry, the disciples were pulling off the heads of grain and munching on them. Some Pharisees reported them to Jesus: “Your disciples are breaking the Sabbath rules!” Jesus said, “Really? Didn't you ever read what David and his companions did when they were hungry, how they entered the sanctuary and ate fresh bread off the altar, bread that no one but priests were allowed to eat? And didn't you ever read in God's Law that priests carrying out their Temple duties break Sabbath rules all the time and it's not held against them? “There is far more at stake here than religion. If you had any idea what this Scripture meant—‘I prefer a flexible heart to an inflexible ritual'—you wouldn't be nitpicking like this. The Son of Man is no yes-man to the Sabbath; he's in charge.” When Jesus left the field, he entered their meeting place. There was a man there with a crippled hand. They said to Jesus, “Is it legal to heal on the Sabbath?” They were baiting him. He replied, “Is there a person here who, finding one of your lambs fallen into a ravine, wouldn't, even though it was a Sabbath, pull it out? Surely kindness to people is as legal as kindness to animals!” Then he said to the man, “Hold out your hand.” He held it out and it was healed. The Pharisees walked out furious, sputtering about how they were going to ruin Jesus. Matthew 12: 1-14  Religion or Relationship? In that passage of Jesus, what was more important? The following of the religion or the dance of relationship Jesus was part of. When I am told I am religious, I feel like I am a movie screen, and people are projecting onto me all their views and opinions about religion. My religion is not so much about following the rules; it's more about being in a relationship. And in the relationship, good things happen. The religious rules become the background to the deeper relationship that is happening. Where you focus, you will go. When I focus on the fence, I lose focus on the relationship offered in the playground. I disconnect from the ones I am to be in a relationship with. I stop smelling roses when I start inspecting the flaky paint on the wire. I stop enjoying the sun streaming down when I am stooping to dig dirt for a new and even stronger fence. Looking at the fence is hard work. But playing on the swing is fun. Where is your religion taking you? Is the realignment reconnecting you with something bigger than yourself? Mental Health and Religion Religion has a lot to offer our mental health—that realignment and reconnection to something healthy and whole. I also know that religion can bring a great deal of unwellness to people—anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, fear to name but a few. So what does a healthy religion for our mental health look like? Dr. David Benner suggests there are six markers of healthy spirituality. Grounded in Reality, seeing things as they are. Awareness Hopeful openness Loving connectedness Transcendent meaningfulness Capacity for love, work, and play Is your place of reconnection and realignment growing these in you? I'm Not Religious but I Have A Religion. Let's dance. Quotes to consider The essential function of religion is to radically connect us with everything. (Re-ligio = to re-ligament or reconnect.) It is to help us see the world and ourselves in wholeness, and not just in parts. Richard Rohr The Universal Christ To the Jewish person, and to all of us who have inherited their wisdom, there was one face that we looked to for mirroring, one face that we keep returning to for validation and definition, the face of God. Healthy religion creates very healthy people. Richard Rohr Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality Symbolism, however, always reconnects what has been thrown apart. This probably explains why healthy religion (“re-ligio”=bind back together), throughout history, gives us symbols, images of reconciliation, that heal, that put together what has been taken apart. Richard Rohr Job and the Mystery of Suffering: Spiritual Reflections Religious beliefs, and the accompanying sense of belonging within a community that shares the monopoly on the truth those beliefs appear to represent, feed a basic need of the ego. The ego needs to feel special. It does this by making distinctions that set it apart from others. Possessing the truth and belonging to the small circle of those that share this distinction is like a hit of crack cocaine to the fragile ego. It feels incredibly good. It wraps the vulnerable ego in a luxurious soft fabric that makes it feel warm, comfortable and substantial. But, like a bandage wrapped too tightly around a wound, it cuts us off from our essential vitality. After all, what need is there for further becoming if you already exclusively possess the full truth! David Benner Religions lose their way when they focus primarily on the transmission and defence of beliefs and the cultivation of belonging that occurs around these circles of belief. Christians also do this when they settle for beliefs rather than personal knowing. They do this when they worship Jesus rather than following the path he lived and taught. Faith, which should enable them to walk the path, becomes reduced to agreement with propositions. David Benner In my view, Christianity lost its way when it settled for being a religion rather than the transformational path that I am convinced was what Jesus came to teach, live, and offer the world. And as a result, Christianity is on the verge of irrelevance to spiritual seekers, both within and outside the church. David Benner Questions to answer What is your gut reaction when someone says the word ‘religion'? Is your focus more on the fence line or on the playground? What feels safer? Where did you have your first kiss of love? Further reading Is Taking A Spiritual Bypass Harming Your Mental Health? Barry Pearman Photo by Leon Liu on Unsplash

‘I'm not religious' is something many say, but religion is a place of reconnection and realignment. Good mental health grows in a healthy religious experience. Say the word ‘Religion,' and you'll get lots of reactions. The word ‘Religion' can a springboard to thoughts of rules, regulations, rituals, commitments, vows, attendance at meetings, obedience, hierarchy, and people often wearing funny-looking clothes. Religion is often seen as a straightjacket to freedom. You must do certain things to get right with God and be part of the group. But I think we are all prone to want to find a religion of our own, even making a religion we can call home. Let's look into the word religion a bit deeper. The reconnect of Religion. If we look into the history of the word, we find that it comes from two words  re-ligare, i.e., re- (again) + ligare or “to reconnect.” Re-ligio is to re-ligament or reconnect. I see a surgeon reconnecting ligaments and bones back into the sockets where they have been pulled out. There is a reconnection to something bigger than oneself. We've drifted, detached, disconnected, and want to come home to the unity of something bigger than ourselves. There is also the thought of realignment. That religion offers a realignment to a drifting soul. Here is the path. Walk this way—a compass to follow. We all have a religion. Using these definitions, I think we all have a religion. A method by which we reconnect with something bigger than ourselves. Something that realigns us. We may not be conscious of it, but it will be there calling us back to a conformity. It might be that sport you love. It could be a personal philosophy or a political party. The religion of communism or capitalism. We all have a religion, but it may not meet in a building on Sunday. So what can a religion offer you? Playgrounds and fences It was a busy neighborhood, and cars, buses, and trucks drove many of the streets. But there was no place for the children to play, to have fun, explore, climb, fall and kick a ball. Nowhere for lovers to walk and children to make friends. So the parents got together and found an empty area in the middle of their neighborhood and petitioned the town council to create a park full of swings, jumps, and climbing frames. It was agreed, and the building began. Trees were planted, a water fountain installed, flower gardens, picnic tables, park benches, climbing walls, poles to swing off. This was a place where all could come and reconnect to the joy of play and fun. First kisses would be experienced. Lifelong friendships would form. People could stretch out on the grass and enjoy the summer sun. But nearby was that busy, dangerous road. It was a huge risk for any child chasing a ball. So the council built a fence.  It was strong and sturdy and stopped any errant ball or flying frisbee. Everyone was safe while they stayed within the park's boundaries, within the fenceline, inside the lines of love and respect. Religion, in many ways, offers the nuts, bolts, and mesh of the fenceline. We know the rules, the norms, and social conventions. For newcomers, it has to be taught. ‘In this park, we don't have wild drunken parties; it's not safe for the children. And we don't do drugs. Go to some other park if you want to do that.' Sadly though, there are many people more interested in focusing on the fenceline and rule board at the entry gate than enjoying the relational benefits of the park. They may even form committees to ensure everyone knows the rules and that the fenceline is strong and robust. I once had someone come to me wanting to point out the fenceline, the rules, the regulations. When I suggested we talk about a Jesus story about the fence line, he wasn't interested. ‘I don't want to talk about Jesus' was his response. BIG RED FLAG! I was inviting him to play on the Jesus climbing frame, and all he wanted to do was inspect the tightness of the mesh fence. His religious playground was small, black and white, and empty of life. His back was turned away from having relational fun. He faced forward like a sergeant major, making sure the religious rules were kept and abided by. He was trapped in what Richard Rohr would call ‘Early-stage religion.' Early-stage religion tends to focus on cleaning up, which is to say, determining who meets the requirements for moral behavior and religious belief. Richard Rohr The Universal Christ And it's this ‘Early-stage religion' that gives religion a bad rap. Who wants that! Sadly, many people stay stuck in ‘Early-stage religion' and never learn to dance in the summer sun and find their first enduring kiss of grace. I want to be inside the park to make great friends, have fun, and play. To be vulnerable, express love to others, and feel the love coming back. I can't tell you the number of passionate lovers in my park! Yes, I know there is a fence, some group norms, but I want to know the friends in my playground. Jesus was a religious rule breaker. Jesus was a rule-breaker, well, at least the rules set up by man to codify what was right and wrong. One Sabbath, Jesus was strolling with his disciples through a field of ripe grain. Hungry, the disciples were pulling off the heads of grain and munching on them. Some Pharisees reported them to Jesus: “Your disciples are breaking the Sabbath rules!” Jesus said, “Really? Didn't you ever read what David and his companions did when they were hungry, how they entered the sanctuary and ate fresh bread off the altar, bread that no one but priests were allowed to eat? And didn't you ever read in God's Law that priests carrying out their Temple duties break Sabbath rules all the time and it's not held against them? “There is far more at stake here than religion. If you had any idea what this Scripture meant—‘I prefer a flexible heart to an inflexible ritual'—you wouldn't be nitpicking like this. The Son of Man is no yes-man to the Sabbath; he's in charge.” When Jesus left the field, he entered their meeting place. There was a man there with a crippled hand. They said to Jesus, “Is it legal to heal on the Sabbath?” They were baiting him. He replied, “Is there a person here who, finding one of your lambs fallen into a ravine, wouldn't, even though it was a Sabbath, pull it out? Surely kindness to people is as legal as kindness to animals!” Then he said to the man, “Hold out your hand.” He held it out and it was healed. The Pharisees walked out furious, sputtering about how they were going to ruin Jesus. Matthew 12: 1-14  Religion or Relationship? In that passage of Jesus, what was more important? The following of the religion or the dance of relationship Jesus was part of. When I am told I am religious, I feel like I am a movie screen, and people are projecting onto me all their views and opinions about religion. My religion is not so much about following the rules; it's more about being in a relationship. And in the relationship, good things happen. The religious rules become the background to the deeper relationship that is happening. Where you focus, you will go. When I focus on the fence, I lose focus on the relationship offered in the playground. I disconnect from the ones I am to be in a relationship with. I stop smelling roses when I start inspecting the flaky paint on the wire. I stop enjoying the sun streaming down when I am stooping to dig dirt for a new and even stronger fence. Looking at the fence is hard work. But playing on the swing is fun. Where is your religion taking you? Is the realignment reconnecting you with something bigger than yourself? Mental Health and Religion Religion has a lot to offer our mental health—that realignment and reconnection to something healthy and whole. I also know that religion can bring a great deal of unwellness to people—anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, fear to name but a few. So what does a healthy religion for our mental health look like? Dr. David Benner suggests there are six markers of healthy spirituality. Grounded in Reality, seeing things as they are. Awareness Hopeful openness Loving connectedness Transcendent meaningfulness Capacity for love, work, and play Is your place of reconnection and realignment growing these in you? I'm Not Religious but I Have A Religion. Let's dance. Quotes to consider The essential function of religion is to radically connect us with everything. (Re-ligio = to re-ligament or reconnect.) It is to help us see the world and ourselves in wholeness, and not just in parts. Richard Rohr The Universal Christ To the Jewish person, and to all of us who have inherited their wisdom, there was one face that we looked to for mirroring, one face that we keep returning to for validation and definition, the face of God. Healthy religion creates very healthy people. Richard Rohr Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality Symbolism, however, always reconnects what has been thrown apart. This probably explains why healthy religion (“re-ligio”=bind back together), throughout history, gives us symbols, images of reconciliation, that heal, that put together what has been taken apart. Richard Rohr Job and the Mystery of Suffering: Spiritual Reflections Religious beliefs, and the accompanying sense of belonging within a community that shares the monopoly on the truth those beliefs appear to represent, feed a basic need of the ego. The ego needs to feel special. It does this by making distinctions that set it apart from others. Possessing the truth and belonging to the small circle of those that share this distinction is like a hit of crack cocaine to the fragile ego. It feels incredibly good. It wraps the vulnerable ego in a luxurious soft fabric that makes it feel warm, comfortable and substantial. But, like a bandage wrapped too tightly around a wound, it cuts us off from our essential vitality. After all, what need is there for further becoming if you already exclusively possess the full truth! David Benner Religions lose their way when they focus primarily on the transmission and defence of beliefs and the cultivation of belonging that occurs around these circles of belief. Christians also do this when they settle for beliefs rather than personal knowing. They do this when they worship Jesus rather than following the path he lived and taught. Faith, which should enable them to walk the path, becomes reduced to agreement with propositions. David Benner In my view, Christianity lost its way when it settled for being a religion rather than the transformational path that I am convinced was what Jesus came to teach, live, and offer the world. And as a result, Christianity is on the verge of irrelevance to spiritual seekers, both within and outside the church. David Benner Questions to answer What is your gut reaction when someone says the word ‘religion'? Is your focus more on the fence line or on the playground? What feels safer? Where did you have your first kiss of love? Further reading Is Taking A Spiritual Bypass Harming Your Mental Health? Barry Pearman Photo by Leon Liu on Unsplash

Jen is joined by 3 great first-time guests for a lively and wide-ranging conversation. In this episode (part 2), they continue their conversation about ongoing projects, as well as talk about their reactions to Diana's newest work, "Freeing Jesus."Diana Butler Bass is an award-winning author, popular speaker, and inspiring preacher. She holds a doctorate in religious studies from Duke University. Her most recent book is Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence. Diana and her husband live in Alexandria, Virginia, with their dog and their sometimes-successful backyard garden.David Dark serves as Assistant Professor of Religion and the Arts in the College of Theology at Belmont University. He is the author of several book including “Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious” and “The Sacredness of Questioning Everything.” His work has appeared in MTV News, Books & Culture, Pitchfork, and the Oxford American. He lives with his singer-songwriter wife, Sarah Masen, and their three children in Nashville.Cathleen Falsani is an award-winning religion journalist, photojournalist, and author of several nonfiction books including the critically acclaimed The God Factor. She was co-editor of and a contributing author to Disquiet Time: Rants and Reflections on the Good Book by the Skeptical, the Faithful and a Few Scoundrels and most recently was co-general editor of and contributing author to The End of Hunger: Renewed Hope for Feeding the World. Cathleen is the co-host of the Artist Care and Feeding podcast, and she lives with her family in Laguna Beach, CA.Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) The Places that Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times by Pema ChodronConquering Fear: Living Boldly in an Uncertain World by Harold S. KushnerHow Not to Be Afraid: Seven Ways to Live When Everything Seems Terrifying by Gareth HigginsCalifornia: A History by Kevin StarrChristianity After Religion: The End of Church and the Birth of a New Spiritual Awakening by Diana Butler BassThe Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality and Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe by Richard RohrEverything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer by Richard RohrFreeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way and Presence by Diana Butler Bass

Jen is joined by 3 great first-time guests for a lively and wide-ranging conversation. In this episode (part 1), they talk about reading during the Covid-year and what they are currently reading, researching, and working on. Diana Butler Bass is an award-winning author, popular speaker, and inspiring preacher. She holds a doctorate in religious studies from Duke University. Her most recent book is Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence. Diana and her husband live in Alexandria, Virginia, with their dog and their sometimes-successful backyard garden.David Dark serves as Assistant Professor of Religion and the Arts in the College of Theology at Belmont University. He is the author of several book including “Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious” and “The Sacredness of Questioning Everything.” His work has appeared in MTV News, Books & Culture, Pitchfork, and the Oxford American. He lives with his singer-songwriter wife, Sarah Masen, and their three children in Nashville.Cathleen Falsani is an award-winning religion journalist, photojournalist, and author of several nonfiction books including the critically acclaimed The God Factor. She was co-editor of and a contributing author to Disquiet Time: Rants and Reflections on the Good Book by the Skeptical, the Faithful and a Few Scoundrels and most recently was co-general editor of and contributing author to The End of Hunger: Renewed Hope for Feeding the World. Cathleen is the co-host of the Artist Care and Feeding podcast, and she lives with her family in Laguna Beach, CA.Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger)Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way and Presence by Diana Butler BassLife's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious by David DarkThe Sacredness of Questioning Everything by David DarkThe God Factor: Inside the Spiritual Lives of Public People by Cathleen FalsaniDisquiet Time: Rants and Reflections on the Good Book by the Skeptical, the Faithful and a Few Scoundrels by Jennifer Grant & Cathleen FalsaniThe End of Hunger: Renewed Hope for Feeding the World by Cathleen FalsaniOutlove: a Queer Christian Survival Story by Julie RodgersUncovered: How I Left Hasidic Life and Finally Came Home by Leah LaxPraying With Our Feet: Pursuing Justice and Healing on the Streets by Lindsey KrinksTidelands: A Novel by Philippa GregoryThe Gospel According to America: A Meditation on a God-Blessed, Christ-Haunted Idea by David DarkThe Possibility of America: How the Gospel Can Mend Our God-Blessed, God-Forsaken Land by David Dark(Forthcoming, Working Title) Explain All These Controls: U2 and the Inner America by David Dark

**This is the corrected version of episode 29. There was a technical glitch with the episode that was originally uploaded on 6/21 which left most of the episode blank. Please listen to this episode instead. We apologize for the confusion!**Jen is joined by 3 great first-time guests for a lively and wide-ranging conversation. In this episode (part 1), they talk about reading during the Covid-year and what they are currently reading, researching, and working on.Diana Butler Bass is an award-winning author, popular speaker, and inspiring preacher. She holds a doctorate in religious studies from Duke University. Her most recent book is Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence. Diana and her husband live in Alexandria, Virginia, with their dog and their sometimes-successful backyard garden.David Dark serves as Assistant Professor of Religion and the Arts in the College of Theology at Belmont University. He is the author of several book including “Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious” and “The Sacredness of Questioning Everything.” His work has appeared in MTV News, Books & Culture, Pitchfork, and the Oxford American. He lives with his singer-songwriter wife, Sarah Masen, and their three children in Nashville.Cathleen Falsani is an award-winning religion journalist, photojournalist, and author of several nonfiction books including the critically acclaimed The God Factor. She was co-editor of and a contributing author to Disquiet Time: Rants and Reflections on the Good Book by the Skeptical, the Faithful and a Few Scoundrels and most recently was co-general editor of and contributing author to The End of Hunger: Renewed Hope for Feeding the World. Cathleen is the co-host of the Artist Care and Feeding podcast, and she lives with her family in Laguna Beach, CA.Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger)Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way and Presence by Diana Butler BassLife's Too Short to Pretend You're Not Religious by David DarkThe Sacredness of Questioning Everything by David DarkThe God Factor: Inside the Spiritual Lives of Public People by Cathleen FalsaniDisquiet Time: Rants and Reflections on the Good Book by the Skeptical, the Faithful and a Few Scoundrels by Jennifer Grant & Cathleen FalsaniThe End of Hunger: Renewed Hope for Feeding the World by Cathleen FalsaniOutlove: a Queer Christian Survival Story by Julie RodgersUncovered: How I Left Hasidic Life and Finally Came Home by Leah LaxPraying With Our Feet: Pursuing Justice and Healing on the Streets by Lindsey KrinksTidelands: A Novel by Philippa GregoryThe Gospel According to America: A Meditation on a God-Blessed, Christ-Haunted Idea by David DarkThe Possibility of America: How the Gospel Can Mend Our God-Blessed, God-Forsaken Land by David Dark(Forthcoming, Working Title) Explain All These Controls: U2 and the Inner America by David Dark

Today’s Topics: 1) Sixth Sunday after Easter: 1 Peter 4: 7-11; John 15: 26 – 16: 4 2) Can You be Spiritual but NOT Religious? Religion and the End of Man 3) Interview with Aaron Seng of Tradivox 4) The Apostles’ Creed

The Josh and Tracy stuff now has its own home! Check out "Just Deep Enough, with Josh and Tracy" available on all your current platforms. "Spiritual, Not Religious, with Tracy Roe" will stay right here, and keep being whatever the heck this is!  You can find us at https://open.spotify.com/show/3P5owAHOeaXwIJF9kvMHeY?si=ZSV_k-HuTEubp0AqtV9rNw&utm_source=copy-link --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracy-roe/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracy-roe/support

Being a Jew means being Spiritual and Channeling Holiness?Menachem and Mayer explore the Tanya's description between a Jew and a Non-jew especially as the Rebbe explained the outlook for our generation. This opened to a discussion of the nature of the role Humanity in general and the special role Jews are invited to play as well as the concept of being "Spiritual and Not Religious" what works about that attitude and where its sometimes leave us falling short...Practically a Farbrengen is brought to you by Consciously,  a media publishing platform and community of regular people seeking spiritual growth.We welcome your feedback and questions EmailConsciouslyThePodcast@gmail.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Conscious-ly-102949811230486/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/consciously_62/The Conscious(ly) teamCo-Host: Menachem PoznanskiCo-Host: R' Mayer PregerArtwork: Tani PoznanskiSocial Media: Zoe PoznanskiMusic: Chabad Niggunim

If church doesn't work for us, what does it look like to grow in our spiritual awareness?Join us as we reflect on the spiritual self. Each of our lives holds meaning and purpose. But many of us struggle to unpack what that is exactly. In this episode, we consider the pathways available to us all, regardless of titles, schedules, or belief structures. Additional Resources:The Jesuits Guide to Almost Everything by James MartinBlog Post: 6 Pathways to GodFor Light by John O'DonohueDeepak Chopra#SpiritualCompanioning#SpiritualDirection#SpirituallyIndependent#NotReligiousFor Transcript:Go to the "Transcript" Tab.If you are in a player that does not have the Transcript Tab, use the link below:https://thecontemplativelife.buzzsprout.com/1642654/8022239-ep-6-spiritual-yes-religious-no

In this episode:We complete our read through of the story, The White Snake, and uncover the stages involved in the work of bringing our creative potential to life.Let's make this a conversation:Do you have a comment or question about this episode, or about something you would like me to address in a future episode? Please contact me on Facebook (facebook.com/jungiananalyst) or Twitter (@Jason_E_Smith).For more on living a symbolic life:Please check out my book, Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life, available from Chiron Publications.Sources for quotes and more:The White Snake from 'Grimms' Household Tales,' translated by Margaret Hunt. Episode 14: Serving the Inner Life, pt. 1 Episode 15: Serving the Inner Life, pt. 2"laying an infinitesimal grain on the scales of humanity's soul...” ~ C.G. Jung in 'The Practice of Psychotherapy, CW16.''Just as the Winged Energy of Delight' by Rainer Maria RilkeEpisode 2: Noise and the Inner Life"We should not squander our time with all kinds of things — although they may be important and pleasant — which do not constitute wisdom, do not bring salvation, and do not allow for joy to appear." ~ Raimon Panikkar in 'A Dwelling Place for Wisdom.' 'Religious but Not Religious' by Jason E. Smith"Incarnate scraps of hope, courage, determination..." ~ Evelyn Underhill in 'The House of the Soul.' "Not a victory is gained, not a deed of faithfulness or courage is done, except upon a maybe..." ~ William James in 'Is Life Worth Living?'Music:"Dreaming Days," "Slow Vibing," and "The Return" by Ketsa are licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode:We continue to read through the Grimms' fairy tale, The White Snake, and discovering what it can tell us about what it means to take up a right relationship with our own creative depths.Let's make this a conversation:Do you have a comment or question about this episode, or about something you would like me to address in a future episode? Please contact me on Facebook (facebook.com/jungiananalyst) or Twitter (@Jason_E_Smith).For more on living a symbolic life:Please check out my book, Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life, available from Chiron Publications.Sources for quotes and more:The White Snake from 'Grimms' Household Tales,' translated by Margaret Hunt. Episode 14: Serving the Inner Life, pt. 1Hero With a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell“One can scarcely help admiring oneself a little for having seen more deeply into things than others." ~ C.G. Jung in 'Two Essays on Analytical Psychology, CW7.' "A lived human life gains meaning and definition in relation to the specific commitments we make, be they relational, vocational, or spiritual..." ~ Jason Smith in 'Religious but Not Religious.'“In the final analysis, we count for something only because of the essential we embody, and if we do not embody that, life is wasted.” ~ C.G. Jung in 'Memories, Dreams, Reflections.''Throw Yourself Like Seed' by Miguel de UnamunoMusic:"Dreaming Days" and "Slow Vibing" by Ketsa are licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode:We look at two different kinds of thinking and explore how each influences our experience of ourselves and the world around us.Let's make this a conversation:Do you have a question about this episode, or one that you would like me to address in a future episode? Contact me on Facebook (facebook.com/jungiananalyst) or Twitter (@Jason_E_Smith) using the hashtag: #DigitalJungFor more on living a symbolic life:Please check out my book, Religious but Not Religious: Living a Symbolic Life, available now from Chiron Publications.Sources for quotes and more:"Do we ever understand what we think? We only understand that kind of thinking which is a mere equation, from which nothing comes out but what we have put in..." ~ C.G. Jung from 'The Stages of Life' in Collected Works, vol. 8"Directed thinking is the working of the intellect in which one takes a quantity of information and operates on it..." ~ Jason Smith from 'Religious but Not Religious.'Episode 5: The Living Symbol"The meaning of life is not exhaustively explained by one's business life, nor is the deep desire of the human heart answered by a bank account." ~ C.G. Jung from 'Man and His Symbols.'"I know that this is a world of imagination and vision. I see everything I paint in this world, but everybody does not see alike." ~ William Blake, quoted in 'Mysticism' by Evelyn Underhill.“To think of me is sweeter than honey, to possess me sweeter than the honeycomb. Whoever feeds on me will hunger for more, whoever drinks from me will thirst for more.” ~ Sirach 24:20-21 (Revised English Bible)Music:"Dreaming Days" and "Slow Vibing" by Ketsa are licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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You’ve heard people say it: “I’m spiritual, but not religious.”  Whether it was a celebrity, your next-door neighbor or even your adult child, this is how one quarter of Americans view themselves, according to the Pew Research Center. [1] But not just Americans--Prince Charles and one-fifth of people in the UK fit into this category, according to Professor Michael King from University College London. The definition of the term is broad; it can include a moment of transcendence while watching a sunset, living in the moment or using meditation in an attempt to stop chattering thoughts.   [1] Castella, Tom de. “Spiritual, but Not Religious.” BBC News. BBC, January 3, 2013. https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-20888141.  

Sermons for Everyday Living 310 *Blasphemy, Heresy, and Impurity *Love of the Good Shepherd *"Depart From Me, O Lord": Spiritual but Not Religious

How many times have you said to yourself, “I’m Spiritual, Not Religious.” My very Catholic mother, likely cringes every time she hears me say it, but I’ve found that as my life evolves and I become more of myself - I’ve wanted to be connected to my Christian faith and the depth and breadth of the Universe. In Episode 11, I’m proud to welcome my dear friend, Juliana creator of the ALUNA Method, to the Iced Coffee Confessions. She inspired my quest to reclaim my Feminine Essence over dinner several moons ago, and in this episode we talk about the part of that journey that is owning all that is DIVINE about you. From the P-word and I do mean Patriarchy, to Luna’s own journey to honoring all that is divine about herself, to how to actually manifest the reality you want, to tips for actually becoming still during our current Quarantine reality - I loved every single second of this conversation, and I hope that you do too!! More about Yemisi “Juliana” Luna: Yemisi "Juliana" Luna is on a journey as a multidisciplinary artist, leader, mentor and narratorial creator whose mission is to empower women through movement, ancestral awareness, and intuitive knowledge. Luna is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, but currently traveling the world designing shared experiences for people of every background. Through her studies and research Luna created The ALUNA method. A system for holistic understanding of our emotional bodies through a lunar perspective.Through this perspective she bridges people together and allows their stories to bloom. Luna brings forth to our contemporary world the creative power present in inhabiting our bodies with confidence, awareness and compassion. In May 2015 she was invited to go on a trip to reconnect with her ancestral roots where a DNA test revealed that her ancestors come from Nigeria, more precisely, the Yoruba nation. As the co-founder of the Instagram-based movement Project Tribe, which moto read “your crown inspires”, she used social media to fuel an entire wave of identity awareness. She also learned that the knowledge about her ancestry proved to be a turning point in her personal narrative. Later Luna created the Yemisi Experience: a program that brings Yoga, head wrapping, writing, intuitive movement and conversations around identity and belonging as a channel of connectivity for individuals to bond with themselves fostering a holistic environment. Today, Luna uses her art to empower not only the next generation of Afro-Brazilians but also the next generation of women to be confident in where they come from and the stories they’re meant to tell. Contact Luna at: yogaealua@gmail.com

Show Notes:What is spiritual? Why would you want to be spiritual? In this episode, we discuss the meaning of spirituality in our lives and how being spiritual can lead to Fearlessly Feral Living.Many definitions of spirituality do not do it justice. Spirituality is about being as Spirit. It is about embodying qualities such as love, peace, wisdom, power and joy. The more we can be these qualities, the more Fearlessly Feral we can be in our lives.Fearlessly Feral is sponsored by the Center for Spiritual Living Carson City Teaching Chapter. You can support the podcast by going to www.cslcc.org and clicking on the donate button.You can become a member of Fearlessly Feral on Patreon at www.patreon.com/fearlesslyferalYou can join us for discussion at Fearlessly Feral, a private group on Facebook.I'm currently serving as Interim Minister at Mountainside Center for Spiritual Living in Placerville, CA. All our services are via Zoom and you can find us on Facebook.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Fearlesslyferal)

Welcome to Awesome Etiquette, where we explore modern etiquette through the lens of consideration, respect and honesty. On today’s show we take your questions on extroverts making friends in their 30s, being respectful at religious ceremonies when you’re not religious, sample scripts for soon-to-be mothers trying to stay healthy and electric car etiquette. For Awesome Etiquette sustaining members our question is about at home cards. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute and a postscript on number five in our most searched web topics: the formal place setting.

In this episode of The Catholic Mama, Catholic evangelists Christine Mooney-Flynn and Pat Flynn explore the Consequences of Being Spiritual but Not Religious. (December 15, 2019)

NOTES: Frank talks about one of his favorite consoles: the original Sony Playstation. He talks about some of his favorite games. John talks about some recent Switch pick ups. Frank and John give a shout out to See You Next Tuesday podcast. Frank also gives a shout out to the Not Religious podcast and shout out of the Darkside of Hive podcast that is releasing next month. Finally John's Bad Advice. JOHN'S BAD ADVICE Student loan debt is good debt?-Ki F ·What kind of sauce should I use for my penne?-James BWhat’s the best way to guarantee success in a professional interview?-Ariel W· META PLOT [John wakes up to still find he and Frank are stuck in the back of the trunk. Once the old farmer discovers them, he pulls over and shoots a rabbit and makes John and Frank some stew. He then leaves the guys stranded in the desert, which is when they decide to call John's doggo friends, The Idgits, for rescue.] CREDITS. Episode 123: What's Interesting: PlaystationProduced by: Relevant to Our InterestsHosts: John R. Belliston and Frank ShawSound effects by: mffm on freesound.org Warehouse Bulk Buy parking lot.wav under the CC licence 0Scripting by: John R. BellistonEdited by: Frank Shaw

There are Buddhists who don’t believe in God (or gods) and there are Buddhists who do. In this reading by editor in chief Melvin McLeod from an article he wrote called, “Are You Spiritual but Not Religious? Ten Reasons Why Buddhism Will Enrich Your Path,” we find out why Buddhism is well-suited to people who don’t necessarily like religion. Robert Thurman, Buddhist author and scholar, tells an old folk tale of the time that Brahma (the Hindu god) and Buddha, actually met.

Sermons for Everyday Living 310 *Blasphemy, Heresy, and Impurity *Love of the Good Shepherd *"Depart From Me, O Lord": Spiritual but Not Religious

Patterned after John Bunyan’s 17th century classic “Pilgrim’s Progress,” The New Pilgrim’s Progress is an allegorical pilgrimage through the landscape of 21st century American Christianity.This is not your grandfather’s Pilgrim’s Progress! In this retelling of the beloved allegory, Seeker (who later changes his name to Pilgrim) meets Campus Crusader on his university campus. The evangelist instructs him to begin his journey by entering through a gate illuminated by lamppost, which strangely resembles the one at the boundary of Narnia. Instead of the Slough of Despond this modern Pilgrim falls into the Bog of Existential Angst, and then stays in the Town of Therapy for a while. Where Vanity Fair used to be, now there is Prosperity Gospel Ministries. Pilgrim visits the City of Megachurch where he meets people who suspiciously resemble Robert Schuller, Joel Osteen, Rick Warren, and Benny Hinn. Pilgrim visits Theologian’s house and First Baptist Church. He meets famous preachers like Calvin, Arminius and Billy Graham, as well as familiar characters like Apollyon, Judgmental, Bored, and Spiritual but Not Religious. These are just a few of the adventures that Pilgrim and his companions have on their journey from their home in the Shadowlands (shades of C. S. Lewis) to their Destination beyond the river. This is a romp through contemporary American Christianity that I hope will get you thinking deeply and laughing out loud.

What does Spiritual but Not Religious mean? It is the latest catchphrase that many use to describe their spirituality. What about you, are you spiritual or are you religious? The foundation of all religion is spiritual but little religion is found in the spiritual. This episode looks for the answers in religion and spirituality. Is this a natural evolution of religion? We know how to do religion but how are we expected to do Spirituality? Join us for this episode exploring questions, finding answers to discover Things Worth Considering!

Quoting From Their Holy Book 2) You're Going to Burn in Hell 3) You Can't Prove God Doesn't Exist 4) Everything is Subjective So Nothing You Say Matters This one usually comes up in discussions on morality. Just because someone says morality is subjective does not mean everything else is. Sometimes it comes up when someone acknowledges perspective plays a role in how observations may be interpreted. But that doesn't mean everything is subjective either. Flailing straw men around doesn't help an argument. It just looks like you're throwing a fit. 5) I'm Not Religious. I Have a Personal Relationship With God 6) Who Created the Universe, the Earth and the First People? 7) Why Are There Still Monkeys? 8) I'll Pray For You 9) You Can See God in Everything Europeans thought they saw God in everything back in the 14th century. When the bubonic plague broke out, they figured God must be pretty pissed off so they went and started the Inquisition. Theists tend to talk about fluffier things when saying this though, like bunnies and flowers. Atheists see beauty in the world too, but we don't need to attribute that to a god. 10) You Can't See Air, But You Know It's There, Just Like God Believe it or not This one is actually taught in Islamic elementary schools. Sorry kids, but when you grow up and you're still using the same arguments from elementary, that means you haven't progressed any. We can detect and measure air. We can detect and measure the contents of air. http://www.atheistrepublic.com/blog/lee-m/ten-stupid-things-theists-say Is Atheism a LACK of Belief in God or a BELIEF that there is no God? Romans 1:20-23 says the following pertaining to atheism and the atheists suppression of belief in God: For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man — and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things. Therefore atheists not only suppress the existence of God in their lives but through the theory of evolution they have replaced God with the worship of animals and worship of themselves. The theories of evolution is what has become the atheist's religion. Therefore atheism cannot be defined as a LACK of belief because the atheist simply CHOOSES to SUPPRESS his belief in God. Atheism is a CHOICE. It is a belief system. If God Exists Would You Become A Christian? How Do You Determine What's Right & What's Wrong? How Do You Deal With Guilt & Sin in Your Life? Do You Act According To What You Believe or According To What You Lack In Belief? Can You Prove HOW the Universe Was Created? Can You Prove That God Does Not Exist? You might live in the bible belt if… If there is a church for every 4 people and 2 in the mall if your local public high school invites an area church to hold a mandatory evangelistic meeting on campus in the middle of the school day If, when you move to a new area, the first thing they ask you is “where do you work?” The second question, without fail is: “where do you go to church?” If they play only Christian music at your doctor's office. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theadamparadox/support

How often have you heard that statement in recent years? There's no doubt that our religious beliefs and practices have been, and still are, undergoing radical transformation. Are you still practicing the faith of your birthright? Do you attend conventional services? Are you involved in a religiously complex relationship? You're not alone. Kenneth Woodward, a … Continue reading EP 85 I'M SPIRITUAL, NOT RELIGIOUS

Welcome to Season Three on the Mama Says Namaste Podcast.  In this series, my husband Nathan and I focus on how to clear the clutter not just from your home, but also your head and your heart to create that space for clarity and connection. Join me and dive in to "The Minimalist To-Do List!”   Family Ah, here is where the riches lie – it’s all about the family, right?  And, if you have children – especially young ones – you know they can suck every bit of life and energy out of you.  It can be hard enough to keep things straight with one person – add in a family members and this is beyond a full-time job, and it can be super intense.  How do you set aside time to enjoy family when you can’t take a breath from working just to support the family?  (Working from home can be a bit overrated – have you heard about the myth of multitasking?)  How can you take the time to play and cuddle – you have to keep the family afloat! Simply put, how can you not?  The people under your roof – the ones you have chosen to be in communion with day in and day out – they are the human connection.  Part of life is human connection – it is essential to our well-being.  We can’t ignore this part of our lives – we must invest in it.  What is your family vision?  How are you being intentional about the relationships in your life?   Prioritize your family as your VIPs How can you make your family a priority when you are living in reaction to what life is throwing your way?  Our relationships suffer when we push quality family aside for the to-do list consistently.  I wrote about having your Family VIPs with some tools on how to prioritize your family.  Know that this part of your life is critical. You can spend all your time working and focusing on the money.  You’ll end up hoping that “one day” you’ll have the time to relax and play with your family.  When you finally think you’re ready, your children are grown and gone.   Or, it may be that the distance between you and your spouse has become irreparable.  Spoiler alert – you’ll never be perfectly ready, no more than you are “ready” for having a child.  Life is a constant curveball.  This is not a compartmentalized component of your life.  Your family is your fuel for connection, and that is where we thrive.   Emotional/Spiritual We can’t disregard the need for peace.  Taking care of yourself emotionally and spiritually is essential.  We can’t fake our way through lives, and if we have divine discontent at a soul level, we are simply a shell with no heart.  How do you keep your emotional and spiritual soul alive?  Are you allowing for rest, recuperation, and self-love?  Every relationship you have can suffer when you are empty and depleted.  Clear the clutter in your heart and soul to give way for love and regeneration. We can get the work stuff rolling, our finances straight, and our family in sync and happy – but if you are an empty shell of depression, anxiety, anger, etc. all the rest just pales in comparison.  There are legitimate issues you have to deal with, and I am a firm believe in body/mind/spirit connection.  You cannot disregard the emotional, mental and spiritual aspect of your life.  This is not narrowed to a religion or an exact belief you have to adhere to.  It has to do with recognizing your own self worth, your significance in this world, and how much your energy impacts all around you, not limited to your own physical health.  If you are emotionally distant, none of the surface even matters. If you are looking to promote religious literacy with your children, check out Wendy Thomas Russel’s book “Relax, it’s just God.  How and Why To Talk To Your Children About Religion When You’re Not Religious” (http://amzn.to/2y90T1G)   Personal Development In the same lines of the heart/soul component, challenging and pushing yourself in personal development is an important part of life.  My education did not stop when I got my diploma.  I am a life-long learner, and need to invest in this process to keep from becoming stagnant, complacent, and small-minded.  There is so much growth everyday in all of nature.  You can see it as a flower blooms and a toddler transforms into a teen – but it is a part of all of us.  I am so thankful I don’t think and live the same way I did when I was eighteen.  As we get older, we tend to set this on the back burner, or choose for the doom and gloom of the news media to be our way to grow and learn about what’s going on. Be intentional about what you put into your mind, and what you choose to push you in learning new things.  Go beyond the negative sensationalism and look for the help to shift your mindset.  Focus on abundance, love, and that amazing connection with those people that make this life worthwhile. Care for some Q&A?  Hit us with any questions you have, and we’ll send you a personal email response back and may address it on a future podcast!  Simply email Ashley directly at Ashley@MamaSaysNamaste.com And remember, if you’re liking what you hear, we want to hear from you!  Subscribe, rate and review on iTunes Post your comments/questions in the Mama Says Namaste Facebook Community Email Ashley directly at ashley@MamaSaysNamaste.com   *Podcast music by the awesome Renee & Jeremy who cover "Put a Little Love In Your Heart" by Jackie DeShannon.  Props to both of them for this beautiful rendition that epitomizes what I want for families!

“Spiritual but Not Religious” is an oft used phrase, but what does it mean.

Today’s episode features David Dark talking about “attention collections” at the 2016 Festival of Faith & Writing. Attention collections are memories, fears, even playful obsessions - anything that has left a deep impression on us. David encourages writers to examine these things in service of the question: What do I have in me that may be of use to someone else? David is the author of several books including The Gospel According to America and, most recently, Life’s Too Short to Pretend You’re Not Religious. And he teaches at both Belmont University and the Tennessee Prison for Women Charles Bass Correctional Facility. Sara Zarr was at the session in 2016 and joins me here to discuss why she appreciates David’s own collection of attention. Sara is the author of five novels for young adults, most recently The Lucy Variation. Her first book, Story of a Girl, was a National Book Award finalist and was recently made into a TV movie starring Kevin Bacon. Many thanks to David Dark. You can learn more about him at daviddark.org, and catch him on Twitter, @DavidDark, where he regularly comments on politics, pop culture, #liturgy. Thanks also to Sara Zarr. You can learn more about her at sarazarr.com. She’s also on Twitter, @sarazarrbooks.

Author, professor, and cultural critic David Dark joins Dan to talk about the despair that got Donald Trump elected, and how to invite those we disagree with into conversation and into a fuller communal life. David’s latest book is called “Life’s Too Short to Pretend You’re Not Religious,” but he mentions in this interview that … Continue reading 29: Despair and Invitation with David Dark →

Dan and Fr. Brendan discuss exactly what people mean when they say they're "Spiritual but Not Religious," and how to address that without turning into a patronizing nuisance.

Dan and Fr. Brendan discuss exactly what people mean when they say they're "Spiritual but Not Religious," and how to address that without turning into a patronizing nuisance.

David Dark is the author of several books including “Everyday Apocalypse”, “The Gospel According to America”, and more recently, “Life’s Too Short To Pretend You’re Not Religious”. His life-long project is to help people see the sacred revealed in the everyday, including movies and television. For David, there is no such thing as a sacred/secular divide. On today’s show, hear how he came to see the world that way and why. We’ll talk about the first movie that filled him with awe, the reason he hashtags news stories with the word “liturgy”, and he tells the story about the brief conversation he had with N.T. Wright about the “Left Behind” series. Links to David’s work: Books: https://www.amazon.com/David-Dark/e/B001ITYZEY/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1479377479&sr=8-1 “I Speak to God in Public” David’s review of Chance the Rapper’s “Coloring Book” mixtape: http://www.mtv.com/news/2882185/i-speak-to-god-in-public-chance-the-rappers-faith/ “Unsettled Questions” David’s interview with Dave Bazan (of Pedro the Lion) on belief and unbelief at Qideas: http://qideas.org/videos/unsettled-questions/ This show was written, produced, and edited by Mike Cosper. It was recorded and mixed by Mark Owens at resonaterecordings.com Our theme song and part of our soundtrack is by Roman Candle: http://romancandlemusic.com/ Additional Soundtrack by Dan Phelps: https://oceanographicrecords.bandcamp.com/ Special thanks to Scott Slucher and Lachlan Coffey Daniela Rueda is our administrator And our logos were designed by Chris Bennett You can donate to support our show at harbormedia.com/donate ***** We’ll be taking next week off for Thanksgiving In the meantime, listen to our archives if you haven’t already, and help us spread the word – and review us on iTunes. We’ll be back on December 1st with poet and rapper Propaganda.

Show #2 included the following songs: #1 - Walking in the Light - Petra #2 - In the Father's Arms - Daniel Amos #3 - I'm Not Religious, I Just Love the Lord - Scott Wesley Brown #4 - Rock and Roll Preacher - Chuck Girard #5 - Stranger to Danger - Mylon Lefevre and Broken Heart #6 - Which Way the Wind Blows - 2nd Chapter of Acts #7 - Love Song - Love Song

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Cass & Bob interview Dr. David Dark.David is a Christian but perhaps bears witness to the best Christianity imaginable. He is the author of “The Sacredness of Questioning Everything,” “The Gospel According to America,” “Everyday Apocalypse” and the most recent and the subject of this conversation, “Life’s Too Short to Pretend You’re Not Religious.” We taped this talk on Feb 27th, 2016. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn and most podcast platforms.  If you’re feeling grateful for our podcast, Patreon.com is like a per episode tip jar for our work. That’s patreon.com slash ea podcast. Credits:"Towering Mountain of Ignorance" intro by Hank Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3v3S82TuxUIntro bumper "Never Know" by Jack JohnsonThe segue music on this episode is Duke’s Lullaby by Steve Gadd David Dark’s Amazon pageFollow him on Twitter @DavidDarkDavid’s Facebook pageKrista Tippett’s “On Being” w/ guest Lawrence KushnerThe Scathing Atheist ep 161    

This week Scott talks with David Dark, author of  Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious. You can click here for the full length, unedited version of the conversation. Then Scott, David and Sarah talk about moral aligment, criticism and the trajic nature of suicide. The post Life’s Too Short To Pretend You’re Not Religious, Let The Healing Begin appeared first on New Persuasive Words.

Telling people that you're not religious can be a tricky thing to do: especially when it comes to those we love the most. There are many people who do not believe as they were taught to believe, yet they pretend as if they do because they do not want to cause friction between their loved ones. In this episode of, NSOL Radio, we will explore positive way of letting people know that you're not religious. Music provided by http://incompetech.com/Show your support by purchasing our inspirational clothing at http://www.nsolradio.com/inspirational-clothing

Wendy Thomas Russell is a journalist who spent years covering criminal justice. In 2008, she began writing books for and about children, including three books for the Girl Scouts. In 2011, her focus shifted to secular parenting. Not only does she blog on Patheos at Natural Wonderers, she is about to release a new book called Relax, It’s Just God: How and Why to Talk to Your Kids About Religion When You’re Not Religious. We spoke with Wendy about whether or not it makes sense to raise your child as an atheist, why the “sex talk” is easier than the “God talk,” and what she learned from the authors of other books about atheist parenting.

The sermon was delivered on Sunday, September 21, 2014, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Victor M. Parachin, Guest Minister. SERMON DESCRIPTION What do the outlaw Jesse James, the Hebrew prophet Micah, the baristas at Nervous Dog Coffee bar have in common? Join me this Sunday as I speak on Thirst for Wholeness. Following the service I will be signing copies of my new book How To Be Spiritual, Not Religious: 108 Pearls of Buddhist Wisdom. All proceeds will go to the All Souls Book Table. SUBSCRIBE TO AUDIO PODCAST: VIEW ON YOUTUBE: SUBSCRIBE TO WATCH OTHER VIDEOS: GIVE A DONATION TO HELP US SPREAD THIS LOVE BEYOND BELIEF: LET'S CONNECT: Facebook: Twitter: All Souls Church Website:

We continue our series of conversations recorded last year at the Wheaton College confeence on the Bible and Democracy in America, co-sponsored with the American Bible Society. Rev. Lillian Daniel is the author of When Spiritual but Not Religious is Not Enough. In part 2 of our conversation, we discuss her book, as well as the influence congregationalism had on the formation of American democracy. Also on the show, Katy Scrogin reviews The Still Point of the Turning World, by Emily Rapp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our series of conversations recorded last year at the Wheaton College confeence on the Bible and Democracy in America, co-sponsored with the American Bible Society. Rev. Lillian Daniel is the author of When Spiritual but Not Religious is Not Enough.In part 1 of our conversation, we discuss her book, as well as the influence congregationalism had on the formation of American democracy. Also on the show, Katy Scrogin reviews S. Brent Plate's A History of Religon in 5 1/2 Objects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Keira continues the amazing series, “Not Religious, Neither is Jesus” with a powerful message on how to work out grace in your life.

Pastor Adam continues the compelling, "Not Religious, Neither is Jesus" series with an amazing word on what's on the other side of grace.

On Easter Sunday, Pastor Adam continues the powerful "Not Religious, Neither is Jesus" series and preaches a powerful message on grace.

Pastor Jill Sweetman, C3 America's Regional Director, continues the phenomenal "Not Religious?" series.

Pastor Keira continues the "Not Religious" series with a powerful message on how it's not about our obedience, it's all about Jesus' obedience.

Pastor Adam continues the "Not Religious?" series with a truly compelling message. It's not about being religious, its about being with Jesus.

Pastor Dean Sweetman, C3 America's Regional Director, preaches an awesome message, continuing the powerful "Not Religious?" series.

Pastor Adam continues the "Not Religious?" series with an incredible message on how in our weakness, Jesus’ grace is made strong.

Pastor Adam continues the amazing series "Not Religious?" with an encouraging message on the abundance of grace versus the restrictions of religion.

Pastor Kim continues the provoking series, “Not Religious?” with a stirring message on Jesus, the rebel with a cause.

Philip Goldberg has been studying India's spiritual traditions for more than forty years, as both a practitioner and an author.  After teaching Transcendental Meditation in early 1970s, he became a professional writer and has written or co-written 19 books, including The Intuitive Edge, Making Peace With God, Roadsigns on the Spiritual Path, American Veda: From Emerson and the Beatles to Yoga and Meditation, How Indian Spirituality Changed the West, and his most recent work, The Life of Yogananda: The Story of the Yogi Who Became the First Modern Guru; The book was greeted by enthusiastic reviews from journalists and experts in the field. He is also published novelist and a member of both the Writers Guild of America and the Authors Guild.  His blogs appear regularly on the Huffington Post, Elephant Journal and other sites. An ordained interfaith minister and spiritual counselor as well, Phil was the founding director of the Forge Guild of Spiritual Leaders and recently created Spiritual Wellness and Healing Associates (SWAHA) in Los Angeles, with his wife, acupuncturist Lori Deutsch.  His website is PhilipGoldberg.com. This page within that site is dedicated to American Veda. Interview recorded 1/29/2011. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Second BatGap interview with Phil. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:03:00 - The Vedic Civilization and Global Contact 00:06:35 - The Impact of Vedic Teachings in American Culture 00:09:45 - East and West Synthesis 00:12:42 - The Impact and Distinction of Different Lineages 00:15:27 - All-inclusive Worship and Devotional Astronomy 00:18:18 - The Receptive Audience in America 00:21:05 - The Emergence of Spiritual but Not Religious 00:23:48 - Mystical Revival in Western Religions 00:27:06 - The Emergence of Genuine Non-Dualism 00:29:59 - The Influence of Eastern Teachings on Psychology and Neuroscience 00:33:16 - Different Strokes for Different Folks: The Diversity of Meditation Practices 00:36:09 - Transmission of Vedantic Teachings across Generations 00:39:21 - The Influence of Eastern Mysticism on Literature 00:42:08 - The Evolution of Spiritual Seekers and Consciousness Expanders 00:44:49 - The Influences of Vivekananda, Yogananda, and Maharishi 00:48:11 - The Impact of Transcendental Meditation 00:50:20 - The Mainstreaming of Meditation 00:53:26 - Scandals and Controversies involving Eastern Teachers 00:57:01 - The Fallibility of Gurus 01:00:28 - Mistakes and Fallibility of Gurus 01:02:56 - Changing Dynamics in Teacher-Student Relationships 01:05:34 - It's about the Teachings, Not the Teacher 01:08:27 - The Impact of India on Music and the Arts 01:11:28 - The Connection between Eastern Cosmology and Western Science 01:14:56 - The Trend Towards Vedantic/Yogic Spirituality 01:18:23 - Trends in the Vedic Tradition 01:21:48 - The Evolution of Enlightenment Teachings 01:24:36 - The Synergy of Absolute and Relative 01:27:46 - The State of Consciousness and Enlightenment 01:30:40 - Support and Upgrades

Preaching and music from First United Methodist Church, Evanston, Illinois.  Rev. Dean Francis preaching "Spiritual, Not Religious."  

Some classic Jesus music, with special guest Brian Gentry (Marvin & Gentry), including: I'm Not Religious, I Just Love The Lord - Scott Wesley Brown, Blessed - Lazarus, Love Waiting - Billy Crockett, ... special guest Brian Gentry ..., Take Me Back - Marvin & Gentry, You Don't Have To Jump No Pews - Andrae Crouch & The Disciples, Silver Fish - Michael Omartian, The Devil's Lost Again - 2nd Chapter Of Acts, No One Believes In Me Anymore - Keith Green, He's Gonna Do A Number On You - Daniel Amos, Song to the Devil (I'm Thru with You) - Julie Miller, Grave Robber - Petra

Some classic Jesus music, with special guest Brian Gentry (Marvin & Gentry), including: I'm Not Religious, I Just Love The Lord - Scott Wesley Brown, Blessed - Lazarus, Love Waiting - Billy Crockett, ... special guest Brian Gentry ..., Take Me Back - Marvin & Gentry, You Don't Have To Jump No Pews - Andrae Crouch & The Disciples, Silver Fish - Michael Omartian, The Devil's Lost Again - 2nd Chapter Of Acts, No One Believes In Me Anymore - Keith Green, He's Gonna Do A Number On You - Daniel Amos, Song to the Devil (I'm Thru with You) - Julie Miller, Grave Robber - Petra