Podcasts about Radical love

I've been sitting with this question lately. Does this increase your capacity to love? In today's episode, I'm joined by global leadership expert and author Marcel Schwantes, whose new book Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kickass Boss is changing the way we think about leadership. We talk about what it really means to lead with love through patience, humility, trust, and kindness, and how that transforms not just your work, but your life. Marcel shares his powerful story of going from burnout to breakthrough and breaks down his five pillars of “loving leadership.” We dive into why kindness isn't about being nice, how trust grows when it's given first, and how compassion creates high-performing teams. If you've ever wondered how to lead with heart without losing your edge, this conversation will fill your cup. Let's talk about what it means to bring radical love into the way we lead, live, and show up for others. Links & resources: Get on the Waitlist for my 2026 Planner! https://www.plangoalplan.com/planners Stuck Assessment: https://www.plangoalplan.com/stuck  Plan Goal Plan Planners! https://www.marcelschwantes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelschwantes  Substack: https://marcelschwantes.substack.com/  Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Humane-Leadership-Lead-Radical-Kick-Ass-ebook/dp/B0CWG3PTL4/ Truly Human Leadership Podcast (I define Humane Leadership): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx7ZTM5dZZk Connect with Danielle: Email: support@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-

In this week's sermon from Mercy Culture Austin, Pastor Seth Morrow teaches from Mark 2:23–28 and Exodus 20 to show that the Sabbath is a gift made for us, not against us. In the Year of Radical Love, Pastor Seth shares six reasons God gave the Sabbath and offers practical ways to keep it holy: prepare, truly rest, reflect, and listen for God's voice. This message invites you to let Jesus be Lord of your Sabbath and trade striving for His rest.

Devotion : Radical Love / Luke 6:27-36 by Community Lutheran Church

The Gospel of John

Jesus raises the standard of love in Matthew 5:43–48. He teaches that love is not limited to those who are easy to care for. Instead, it reflects the heart of the Father, who shows kindness to both the righteous and the unrighteous. This message in the Radical series reminds us that God's love for us is the model for how we are to love others. Radical love is not about convenience or comfort. It is about living in a way that reveals the mercy and grace of our Father in heaven. Sermon notes and discussion questions available at: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for weekly Sunday Messages on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Questions or feedback? DM us @citybridgecc or email info@citybridgechurch.org. Enjoyed the message? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this message Ps. Matt brought a powerful and timely prophetic word on courage and how to be raised up as a warrior in this hour. We cannot be ones that allow the devil to push us back but we need to be warriors that will fight for the things of God and will go to war to advance the Kingdom of Heaven! 

Matthew 22:36-40 NIV 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” 37 Jesus replied: “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.' 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”Luke 10:25-29 NIV25 On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” 27 He answered, “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.' ” 28 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and you will live.” 29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?”1. Radical Love Crosses BoundariesLuke 10:30-31 NIV30 In reply Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. 31 A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. 1. Radical Love Crosses Boundaries 2. Radical Love Costs SomethingLuke 10:33-35 NIV33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,' he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.'1. Radical Love Crosses Boundaries2. Radical Love Costs Something3. Radical Love Creates a WitnessLuke 10:33-37 NIV33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,' he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.' 36 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” 37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.”Photos:DiogenesGood SamaritanTertuliianArchbishop Oscar Romero1. Radical Love Crosses Boundaries2. Radical Love Costs Something3. Radical Love Creates a Witness

It's been a crazy week, so the show notes will be short and sweet.Brian Recker is a public theologian, has a new book on Hell coming out at the end of the month, and I had a great time talking with him. In our conversation we cover:Our mutual love of movies (and solo theater visits)The extremely conservative colleges we attendedHell as a foundational principle Coercive, fear based spiritualityKeeping up relationships with family with whom we disagreeProgressive purity testsMen's Fall fashionAnd MORE!We hope you enjoy the episode. If you do, tell a friend!Pre-Order Hell Bent (and DM your receipt to Brian for some cool preorder bonuses!)Shoutouts:SplitsvilleA Rebellion of CareWrong Turns podcastGrave ConversationsAndorFollow Brian:InstagramTikTokSubstackFollow Us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Philip's Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share Your Questions/Suggestions/Feedback With Us:Email: thesubstancepod@gmail.comDM on InstagramSupport Us: Support the show with an individual donation on CashApp to $TheSubstancePod or become a monthly Patreon supporter at patreon.com/TheSubstancePod

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What does it really mean to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love your neighbor as yourself? We walk through Matthew 22 and Deuteronomy 6, look at the Shema's all-consuming call to love, and connect it to Jesus' teaching on obedience and neighbor love. What you'll learn: - The Greatest Commandment and why “all” is the standard: all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. - How Deuteronomy 6 (the Shema) frames an all-consuming love for God that shapes your thoughts, words, and actions. - Why loving your neighbor proves your love for God and how self-love affects the way you treat others. - How Jesus ties love to obedience: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” Key Scriptures - Matthew 22:36–40 — The Greatest Commandment and love for neighbor. - Deuteronomy 6:4–6 — The Shema and loving God with all. - Luke 10:25–37 — Who is my neighbor? The Good Samaritan. - John 14:15 — Love expressed through obedience. Apply the message - Heart check: Identify the thoughts you entertain that do not honor God. Replace them with truth and commit them to action. - Mind your words and deeds: Let love shape what you say and what you do, even when culture pushes back. - Neighbor love in action: Practice one concrete act of service today to redirect attention from self to others. Where to Dive In: (00:09) The Greatest Commandment (08:00) The Commandment to Love God (19:09) The Call to Love God Fully (34:19) All-Consuming Love for God (50:25) Loving God and Neighbor Fully (01:07:43) Radical Love and Devotion About your host: Jaime Luce' testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn't see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God's way is always the blessed way! Free chapter of Jaime's new book: You Don't Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/ Connect: - Website: https://jaimeluce.com - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

What should “family” look like within the context of Christianity? How could a godly parent reject their own child for not meeting their community's standard of “goodness?" Mark and Kelly reflect on their own enriching experiences with inclusive Christian communities—the "family of God," so to speak—but also comment on the devastating legacy of the late James Dobson and his restrictive teachings about the “traditional” family, including beatings, conversion therapy, and pushing away children “for their own good. *****Special thanks to our sponsors at Quoir, publishers of The Quollective.The Quollective isn't just another media platform. It's a grassroots, justice-fueled toolbox for people who want to change the world—andstill laugh while doing it.----Use promo code radicallove for 10% off a yearly subscription—that's asavings of 20% off the monthly price. Go to thequollective.com andlet's build a post-fascist future together.

It's often touted that Rumi is one of the best-selling poets in the United States. That may be the case but popular renderings of the writings of this 13th-century Muslim have largely detached him from the Islamic tradition, and specifically Sufi mysticism. In Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition (Yale University Press, 2018), Omid Safi, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, places Jalal al-Din alongside luminaries within the rich archive of Islamic Sufi poetry. In this anthology of newly translated poetry Safi focuses on love, especially ‘ishq/eshq, what he renders as “radical love.” The volume organizes translations of Qur'an and Hadith, Sufi mystics and poets into four thematic sections: God of Love, Path of Love, Lover & Beloved, and Beloved Community. Radical Love does an excellent job of introducing readers to key ideas from Islamic mysticism that are rooted in first hand knowledge of Arabic and Persian texts. This book is valuable to both the scholar and the student because of Safi's informed nuance in both the careful selection of source passages and the subtle lyricism of his translations. In our conversation we discussed the translation of Sufi poetry in English, strategies to translation work, love in the Islamic tradition, the reception of Rumi, Ahmed Ghazali's first book in Persian on love, Qawwali singers, contemporary sheikhs, and several key Sufis authors. Kristian Petersen is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is the author of Interpreting Islam in China: Pilgrimage, Scripture, and Language in the Han Kitab (Oxford University Press, 2017). He is currently working on a monograph entitled The Cinematic Lives of Muslims, and is the editor of the forthcoming volumes Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology (ILEX Foundation) and New Approaches to Islam in Film (Routledge). You can find out more about his work on his website, follow him on Twitter @BabaKristian, or email him at kpeterse@odu.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

It's often touted that Rumi is one of the best-selling poets in the United States. That may be the case but popular renderings of the writings of this 13th-century Muslim have largely detached him from the Islamic tradition, and specifically Sufi mysticism. In Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition (Yale University Press, 2018), Omid Safi, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, places Jalal al-Din alongside luminaries within the rich archive of Islamic Sufi poetry. In this anthology of newly translated poetry Safi focuses on love, especially ‘ishq/eshq, what he renders as “radical love.” The volume organizes translations of Qur'an and Hadith, Sufi mystics and poets into four thematic sections: God of Love, Path of Love, Lover & Beloved, and Beloved Community. Radical Love does an excellent job of introducing readers to key ideas from Islamic mysticism that are rooted in first hand knowledge of Arabic and Persian texts. This book is valuable to both the scholar and the student because of Safi's informed nuance in both the careful selection of source passages and the subtle lyricism of his translations. In our conversation we discussed the translation of Sufi poetry in English, strategies to translation work, love in the Islamic tradition, the reception of Rumi, Ahmed Ghazali's first book in Persian on love, Qawwali singers, contemporary sheikhs, and several key Sufis authors. Kristian Petersen is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is the author of Interpreting Islam in China: Pilgrimage, Scripture, and Language in the Han Kitab (Oxford University Press, 2017). He is currently working on a monograph entitled The Cinematic Lives of Muslims, and is the editor of the forthcoming volumes Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology (ILEX Foundation) and New Approaches to Islam in Film (Routledge). You can find out more about his work on his website, follow him on Twitter @BabaKristian, or email him at kpeterse@odu.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

It's often touted that Rumi is one of the best-selling poets in the United States. That may be the case but popular renderings of the writings of this 13th-century Muslim have largely detached him from the Islamic tradition, and specifically Sufi mysticism. In Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition (Yale University Press, 2018), Omid Safi, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, places Jalal al-Din alongside luminaries within the rich archive of Islamic Sufi poetry. In this anthology of newly translated poetry Safi focuses on love, especially ‘ishq/eshq, what he renders as “radical love.” The volume organizes translations of Qur'an and Hadith, Sufi mystics and poets into four thematic sections: God of Love, Path of Love, Lover & Beloved, and Beloved Community. Radical Love does an excellent job of introducing readers to key ideas from Islamic mysticism that are rooted in first hand knowledge of Arabic and Persian texts. This book is valuable to both the scholar and the student because of Safi's informed nuance in both the careful selection of source passages and the subtle lyricism of his translations. In our conversation we discussed the translation of Sufi poetry in English, strategies to translation work, love in the Islamic tradition, the reception of Rumi, Ahmed Ghazali's first book in Persian on love, Qawwali singers, contemporary sheikhs, and several key Sufis authors. Kristian Petersen is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is the author of Interpreting Islam in China: Pilgrimage, Scripture, and Language in the Han Kitab (Oxford University Press, 2017). He is currently working on a monograph entitled The Cinematic Lives of Muslims, and is the editor of the forthcoming volumes Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology (ILEX Foundation) and New Approaches to Islam in Film (Routledge). You can find out more about his work on his website, follow him on Twitter @BabaKristian, or email him at kpeterse@odu.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

It's often touted that Rumi is one of the best-selling poets in the United States. That may be the case but popular renderings of the writings of this 13th-century Muslim have largely detached him from the Islamic tradition, and specifically Sufi mysticism. In Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition (Yale University Press, 2018), Omid Safi, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, places Jalal al-Din alongside luminaries within the rich archive of Islamic Sufi poetry. In this anthology of newly translated poetry Safi focuses on love, especially ‘ishq/eshq, what he renders as “radical love.” The volume organizes translations of Qur'an and Hadith, Sufi mystics and poets into four thematic sections: God of Love, Path of Love, Lover & Beloved, and Beloved Community. Radical Love does an excellent job of introducing readers to key ideas from Islamic mysticism that are rooted in first hand knowledge of Arabic and Persian texts. This book is valuable to both the scholar and the student because of Safi's informed nuance in both the careful selection of source passages and the subtle lyricism of his translations. In our conversation we discussed the translation of Sufi poetry in English, strategies to translation work, love in the Islamic tradition, the reception of Rumi, Ahmed Ghazali's first book in Persian on love, Qawwali singers, contemporary sheikhs, and several key Sufis authors. Kristian Petersen is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is the author of Interpreting Islam in China: Pilgrimage, Scripture, and Language in the Han Kitab (Oxford University Press, 2017). He is currently working on a monograph entitled The Cinematic Lives of Muslims, and is the editor of the forthcoming volumes Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology (ILEX Foundation) and New Approaches to Islam in Film (Routledge). You can find out more about his work on his website, follow him on Twitter @BabaKristian, or email him at kpeterse@odu.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

It's often touted that Rumi is one of the best-selling poets in the United States. That may be the case but popular renderings of the writings of this 13th-century Muslim have largely detached him from the Islamic tradition, and specifically Sufi mysticism. In Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition (Yale University Press, 2018), Omid Safi, Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University, places Jalal al-Din alongside luminaries within the rich archive of Islamic Sufi poetry. In this anthology of newly translated poetry Safi focuses on love, especially ‘ishq/eshq, what he renders as “radical love.” The volume organizes translations of Qur'an and Hadith, Sufi mystics and poets into four thematic sections: God of Love, Path of Love, Lover & Beloved, and Beloved Community. Radical Love does an excellent job of introducing readers to key ideas from Islamic mysticism that are rooted in first hand knowledge of Arabic and Persian texts. This book is valuable to both the scholar and the student because of Safi's informed nuance in both the careful selection of source passages and the subtle lyricism of his translations. In our conversation we discussed the translation of Sufi poetry in English, strategies to translation work, love in the Islamic tradition, the reception of Rumi, Ahmed Ghazali's first book in Persian on love, Qawwali singers, contemporary sheikhs, and several key Sufis authors. Kristian Petersen is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Old Dominion University. He is the author of Interpreting Islam in China: Pilgrimage, Scripture, and Language in the Han Kitab (Oxford University Press, 2017). He is currently working on a monograph entitled The Cinematic Lives of Muslims, and is the editor of the forthcoming volumes Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology (ILEX Foundation) and New Approaches to Islam in Film (Routledge). You can find out more about his work on his website, follow him on Twitter @BabaKristian, or email him at kpeterse@odu.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

Jesus' teaching on forgiveness is radical and necessary.

What do you get when a 63-year-old gay man becomes the adoptive father of a homeless 21-year-old gay teen? You get a story that redefines family, masculinity, and what it means to show the hell up for someone. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Gorman—maverick coach, neuroscience nerd, and proud single dad—to talk about the unexpected journey that changed both his and Brandon's lives. From a high school photography project to full-on parenthood, Brian shares the raw, deeply human story of stepping in when no one else would. We also dive into: • Why chosen family isn't just a buzzword—it's survival.• How queer men can heal the past and rewrite their story at any age.• How neuroscience can actually change the way we handle life, love, and everything in between. This one's for the misfits, the late bloomers, the dads we never had—and the men we still have time to become. About Brian and Brandon Gorman Brian Gorman is a gay senior (75) and the single father of Brandon. Brandon first came into Brian's life shortly before he turned 16. They shared a love of photography, and Brandon reached out to Brian to interview him for a school photography project. When Brandon revealed that he was abused at home and assaulted at school, Brian offered to stay in touch. Over the next two years, their bod tightened as Brian helped Brandon prepare for his SATs, complete his college and scholarship applications, and do campus visits. Brandon was living with his birth mother at the time, and she wanted no part of her gay son's life. When she threw Brandon out three months before his high school graduation, Brian took him in. Brian adopted Brandon when he was 21; Brian was 63. Today, Brian and Brandon share a home in Hoboken, New Jersey. Connect With Brian Website LinkedIn Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies

In this powerful episode on Family Anointing Sunday, Pastor Jordan Kennedy unpacks a transformative message: Radical Love requires Radical Trust.Drawing from Proverbs 3:5–8, Pastor Jordan challenges listeners to examine the depth of their trust in God. You'll discover 7 key signs that your trust is under spiritual attack—subtle ways the enemy tries to shake your confidence in God's promises and distract you from His voice. Pastor Jordan breaks down how these attacks manifest in our thoughts, decisions, relationships, and even our faith journey. This episode isn't just about identifying the problem—it's about building a stronger foundation. Learn how to deepen your trust in God through obedience and intimacy, and what it really means to go ALL IN on trusting Him. Because when you trust God fully, radical love becomes more than a concept—it becomes your lifestyle. Whether you're in a season of doubt or simply want to strengthen your walk with God, this message will inspire and equip you to trust deeper, love bolder, and live with purpose. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com 

Matthew 18:10-14

CONTENT Alert: Explicit talk about sex. What are churches saying about robust, spirit-led erotic love and sexual flourishing? (If they talk about it at all.) Beyond talk of sexual purity versus fornication or enforcing heteronormativity versus embracing queerness, Queer/Liberative theologian Jon Carl Lewis opens the door to grander conversations to be had about the complexity of human sexuality—including what a Christ-centered sexual ethic looks like, how the integration of the spirit AND the body can lead to a more fully realized divine connection, and why these concepts matter not only to queer Christians but to all Christians who desire to live a life more aligned with the divine. John Carl Lewis describes himself as “your average queer, liberative theologian and spiritual guide.” His work invites” individuals and communities into conversation around how integration of the spiritual and the sexual/erotic can enliven and reconcile people of faith to themselves, the sacred, their communities, and all of creation.” His Substack is called “Ramblints (of a Queer, Christian Contemplative) (queerchristianramblings.substack.com). Find your guides at Quoir Academy! If you've ever deconstructed your faith you know it's not easy. But just imagine if you could have people to guide you through your process? People like, Jim Palmer, Kristin Du Mez, Jennifer Knapp, Brad Jersak, Brian Zahnd, Paul Young, and more? Well, if you head over to Quoir Academy and register for SQUARE 2 using the Promo Code [RAD] you'll get 10% off the regular registration cost of this awesome course and community just for being a fan of our show. Follow this registration link: https://www.bk2sq1.com/square-2-next-steps-into-reconstruction?coupon=RAD

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What are churches saying about robust, spirit-led erotic love and sexual flourishing? (If they talk about it at all.) Beyond talk of sexual purity versus fornication or enforcing heteronormativity versus embracing queerness, Queer/Liberative theologian Jon Carl Lewis opens the door to grander conversations to be had about the complexity of human sexuality—including what a Christ-centered sexual ethic looks like, how the integration of the spirit AND the body can lead to a more fully realized divine connection, and why these concepts matter not only to queer Christians but to all Christians who desire to live a life more aligned with the divine.John Carl Lewis describes himself as “your average queer, liberative theologian and spiritual guide.” His work invites” individuals and communities into conversation around how integration of the spiritual and the sexual/erotic can enliven and reconcile people of faith to themselves, the sacred, their communities, and all of creation.” His Substack is called “Ramblings (of a Queer, Christian Contemplative) (queerchristianramblings.substack.com). Find your guides at Quoir Academy! If you've ever deconstructed your faith you know it's not easy. But just imagine if you could have people to guide you through your process? People like, Jim Palmer, Kristin Du Mez, Jennifer Knapp, Brad Jersak, Brian Zahnd, Paul Young, and more? Well, if you head over to Quoir Academy and register for SQUARE 2 using the Promo Code [RAD] you'll get 10% off the regular registration cost of this awesome course and community just for being a fan of our show. Follow this registration link: https://www.bk2sq1.com/square-2-next-steps-into-reconstruction?coupon=RAD

Marcel Schwantes joins us to share the harrowing experience that inspired his new book "Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss." In a powerful testament to the physical impact of toxic workplaces, Marcel recounts how workplace stress caused his body to literally shut down—leaving him temporarily paralyzed and unable to walk for a month. This life-changing event became the catalyst for his five-year journey researching the leadership qualities that create thriving workplaces rather than destructive ones.Click HERE to order Marcel's book Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass BossClick HERE for Marcel's LinkedIn profileClick HERE for Marcel's first TBC episode Love in ActionHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...Click HERE to get your very own Reference Profile.  We use The Predictive Index as our analytics platform so you know it's validated and reliable.  Your Reference Profile informs you of your needs, behaviors, and the nuances of what we call your Behavioral DNA.  It also explains your work style, your strengths, and even the common traps in which you may find yourself.  It's a great tool to share with friends, family, and co-workers.Follow us on Instagram HERE and make sure to share with your network!Follow us on Twitter HERE and make sure to share with your network!Provide your feedback HERE, please!  We love to hear from our listeners and welcome your thoughts and ideas about how to improve the podcast and even suggest topics and ideas for future episodes.Visit us at www.realgoodventures.com.  We are a Talent Optimization consultancy specializing in people and business execution analytics.  Real Good Ventures was founded by Sara Best and John Broer who are both Certified Talent Optimization Consultants with over 50 years of combined consulting and organizational performance experience.  Sara is also certified in EQi 2.0.  RGV is also a Certified Partner of Line-of-Sight, a powerful organizational health and execution platform.  RGV is known for its work in leadership development, executive coaching, and what we call organizational rebuild where we bring all our tools together to diagnose an organization's present state and how to grow toward a stronger future state. Send us a text

What does it mean to lead with humility? In this episode, Pastor Brandon & Jay dig deep into John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus fully aware of His divine authority, chose to wash His disciples' feet. We explore the paradox of power and humility, the shock of Jesus serving even Judas, and the challenge of receiving grace when pride gets in the way. Join us as we reflect on what this act reveals about the heart of Jesus, and how we're called to follow His example in quiet, tangible ways.

What does it mean to lead with humility? In this episode, Pastor Brandon & Jay dig deep into John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus fully aware of His divine authority, chose to wash His disciples' feet. We explore the paradox of power and humility, the shock of Jesus serving even Judas, and the challenge of receiving grace when pride gets in the way. Join us as we reflect on what this act reveals about the heart of Jesus, and how we're called to follow His example in quiet, tangible ways.

In this powerful message, we see Jesus on the eve of His betrayal kneel to wash the feet of His disciples. Why would the Son of God do something so lowly? Because humble service reveals radical love.This sermon explores four deep truths behind Jesus washing His disciples' feet:1. To show His heart — Jesus loves us fully and unconditionally, even in our mess.2. To show His humility — The King of Kings took the form of a servant.3. To show our need for holiness — He doesn't just teach us, He cleanses us.4. To show us a habit — He calls us to follow His example and serve others in love.Following Jesus means more than knowing His words—it means doing what He did. As we lower ourselves in love, we lift up the name of Christ.“If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them.” – John 13:17Who is Jesus calling you to serve this week?

In this powerful message, we see Jesus on the eve of His betrayal kneel to wash the feet of His disciples. Why would the Son of God do something so lowly? Because humble service reveals radical love.This sermon explores four deep truths behind Jesus washing His disciples' feet:1. To show His heart — Jesus loves us fully and unconditionally, even in our mess.2. To show His humility — The King of Kings took the form of a servant.3. To show our need for holiness — He doesn't just teach us, He cleanses us.4. To show us a habit — He calls us to follow His example and serve others in love.Following Jesus means more than knowing His words—it means doing what He did. As we lower ourselves in love, we lift up the name of Christ.“If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them.” – John 13:17Who is Jesus calling you to serve this week?

Maïtée Labrecque-Saganash, from Waswanipi in Eeyou Istchee (Quebec side of James Bay) , is a human rights activist, political commentator, television host and columnist for The Nation magazine. She is also a speechwriter and the Corporate Communications Information Officer for the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay In this powerful episode Maïtée joins Radicle Narrative to share her deeply personal journey through addiction, neurodivergence, and cultural reconnection. From growing up in a trilingual community shaped by colonial borders to finding purpose in sobriety and self-expression, Maïtée speaks with honesty and insight about language preservation, Indigenous governance, and the importance of civil disobedience in the face of systemic injustice. A conversation about nationhood, dignity, and the quiet revolution of being unapologetically yourself.Show Links: Tele Quebec Cours Autochtones 102 - Maïtée Labrecque-Saganash

How do you view God? When you think about how He thinks of you, what comes to mind? This Sunday, we will hear Jesus share a story that is meant to radically reshape everything we think we know about God, and in return, reshape how we view ourselves and others.

Luke 10: 25-37"Discovering the Gospel of Thomas: Transformational Teachings of Yeshua" by Theodore J. Nottingham is on Amazon.https://www.innerworkforspiritualawakening.net/https://www.theosisbooks.net/

In this Father's Day episode, Trina Greene sits down with writer and single Black father Corey Richardson to unpack the sacred act of raising liberated Black children while building a business from the ground up. From raising daughters with radical empathy to countering harmful stereotypes about Black dads, Corey's journey offers a blueprint for parenting with presence, transparency, and revolutionary love.Corey offers an honest and humorous reflection on raising a teenager and a neurodivergent child with care, clarity, and community. As a father navigating single parenting, he shares what it means to model transparency, build a village, and pursue peace over chaos. The conversation dives into the myth of the absent Black father, creating new identities after loss, and why showing your children your humanity is a parenting superpower.

Note: you can watch the Youtube version of this podcast here.___Well, the saga around Aubrey Marcus continues.You may recall a few weeks back when I spoke about Aubrey, an American entrepreneur, influencer, and “psychonaut”, who released an episode of his podcast with his wife Vylana, their lover Alana, and their mentor Marc Gafni. The main reveal was that during a trip to Egypt, Aubrey received a “download” from the goddess Isis instructing him to “impregnate both women.”They described this not as polyamory but as “radical monogamy.”​Their episode originally titled “A New Pattern of Sacred Relationship" created a wide cultural ripple, sparking deep conversations around sex, relationships, monogamy/polyamory, spiritual bypassing, divine union, cult dynamics, and more.In my initial response with Deus Fortier, a central point I emphasized was the crucial role of community in holding the intense energies of intimacy and sex — something we learned through our years documenting Tamera, the radical “free love” community in Portugal, and featured in our film The Village of Lovers.Following that newsletter, a mutual friend connected me directly with Aubrey. I invited him and his partners to watch The Village of Lovers. They did - and they loved it.This opened the door for a deeper, more nuanced conversation directly between Aubrey and I, which is available now.In this new interview, Aubrey and I explore:* The cultural impact and backlash to his original podcast — and whether he can truly receive and integrate some of the core critiques rather than dismiss them only as a “witch hunt.”* His evolving understanding of power, influence, and community accountability — including reflections on the risks of spiritual grandiosity.* The difference between personal sovereignty and relational ecology, no matter your relationship container* The question of whether “downloads” or divine guidance can ever be fully trusted outside a community context.* The tension between individual desires and collective responsibility in love and intimacy.* What it would look like to truly embed these experiments in a supportive, truth-telling community.Rather than a debate or a takedown, this is a respectful invitation to wonder together.We seek to illuminate the edges and complexities of relational evolution - for ourselves and for all who are navigating love in these turbulent times.__ Note: This conversation has already been out almost a week, and while I've received a number of positive reviews, I want to address one of the main criticisms: my decision not to bring up the presence and influence of Marc Gafni. Someone even made the assertion that Aubrey must have “made a deal” with me prior to the interview. In truth, Aubrey and I didn't speak at about what we would cover. I made the call for two reasons: Watching almost 2 hours of a podcast where Aubrey interviews Marc and his partner Kristina Kincaid spend a lot of time speaking to the controversy from their perspective. Aubrey also responded to the controversy around Marc in the follow up newsletter to the the “Sacred Relationship” podcast:"Finally as a last note, I've already addressed the historic controversy surrounding our lineage teacher Dr. Marc Gafni in a podcast that I did with his life partner Kristina Kincaid. I've read the published letters of analysis from those who have analyzed the issues well, and spoken to people who have known him for decades. I trust his goodness and his greatness. But more important than any of that, is what I feel in my own body after the hundreds of hours we have spent together with him and his partner. Whether that is grieving together for ten days after the death of my father, grinding out sets with a barbell, or raising cups of wine with a bellowing “CHAAAAAAA.” He's a brother, he's my teacher, and he's not my guru. Marc has been unwaveringly loving and fair to each of us individually in this relationship process, seeking only to serve our own highest sovereign will."To be clear: do I believe the presence of Marc and his influence is troubling? Yes. Do I find it odd that he plays in the original conversation with Vylana and Alana, where he contributes to the confusing and spiritual jargon? Yes.And yet, confronting Aubrey one more time about this did not seem a worthwhile avenue given he would have just repeated what he's already said. There was zero chance, in my opinion, about him changing is stance. And overall, my conversation aimed to be about Aubrey and his relational explorations with his partners, and not about Marc Gafni. There are plenty of podcasts and videos out there that critique Marc and Aubrey. (For example, this Conspirituality one is a doozy). The goal in my conversation with Aubrey was not to cover all the bases, but to bring in some additional pieces that would contribute to the collective feedback loop. Once again, you're invited to watch The Village of Lovers to understand more deeply the lens I was attempting to offer. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themythicmasculine.substack.com/subscribe

In this letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul is relieved and encouraged by the report from Timothy that this church has kept the faith.  Paul has a new challenge for them now, that they not only increase their love for one another, but also they love ALL - as in even the Jews who have persecuted them in the past, who had run Paul out of town.   Why this exhortation by Paul?  So that God may establish hearts worthy to be saved where love contributes to spiritual maturity and readiness for judgement on the Last Day.   Isaiah 66:10–14 I Thessalonians 3:6-13 Luke 10:1–20

In this compelling message, Pastor Trough teaches that true worship isn't cheap—it's costly. Drawing from David's refusal to offer God a sacrifice that cost him nothing (2 Samuel 24), this sermon challenges us to move beyond performative, convenient worship and into wholehearted, obedient, radical worship. Whether through generosity, sacrifice, or obedience, we're called to give God what He desires, not just what's easy. Because when we love God radically, our worship will reflect it. Mercy Culture Church exists to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God.

Pastor Sean Gleason's message Radical Love: Beloved Identity centers on the truth that our identity isn't found in what we do, but in being radically loved by God. Using Mary Magdalene's encounter with Jesus in John 20, he shows that when Jesus calls your name, He calls you “Beloved.” Pastor Sean explains that God gives new names in Scripture to declare purpose and identity, and that true transformation comes through receiving the spirit of adoption, not striving. Beloved identity breaks shame, ends competition, and leads to unity. We can only truly love God when we understand how deeply we are loved by Him.

In this powerful message, Pastor Fidel unpacks how radical love confronts and casts out every spirit of fear. Drawing from the story of the prodigal son, he reveals how fear distorts our identity and hinders intimacy with the Father. Through scripture, spiritual insight, and prophetic challenge, we're reminded that fear and the Holy Spirit cannot coexist—and it's time to choose who we will host. This is a call to shut every open door, break agreement with the familiar spirit, and walk boldly in the Dunamis power of God's love. Sermon Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49452630 Mercy Culture Church exists to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. For more information on ways you can be a part of it, follow us on social media @mercyculture or visit us at mercyculture.com Share the link and invite a friend to join this service.

Radical Lovers Stand for Life is a powerful message from Pastor Will Ford calling disciples of Christ to rise up in Radical Love and defend the unborn. Through personal testimony, biblical truth, and prophetic insight, he reveals the spiritual roots of abortion and connects it to America's history of injustice. This is a charge to break silence, confront darkness, and stand for life with courage and conviction.   Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49452498

In this powerful message ‘Radical Authority,' Ps. Kaily Morrow defines authority as the divine right and legal jurisdiction to act on behalf of Heaven. Drawing from Matthew 28:18-20 she teaches us that we have been given this authority from Heaven and goes on to show us what it looks like to walk in Radical Authority. She also explains how Radical Love brings Radical Authority which is needed to bring Radical Reformation. This message calls for believers to walk in Radical Love because when you walk in Radical Love nothing can take your love away and a greater level of authority is given to you!   The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com 

This week's guest is Mike Schoenberger. Ron and Mike discussed the concept of "Radical Love Leadership," improving the human connection at work, his company Sunco's values, and more. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn:  The quote Mike likes (2:12) His background (2:44) Mike's work (4:25) What he means by "Radical Love" leadership (6:36) Their values and their culture (9:53) Improving the human connection (12:25) Advice for leaders who want to improve their organization (22:55) Whose job it is to form the company culture (25:48) Mike's final words of advice (28:36) Podcast Resources Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3 Mike on LinkedIn Mike's Website Sunco Get All the Latest News from Gemba Academy Our newsletter is a great way to receive updates on new courses, blog posts, and more. Sign up here. What Do You Think? How else do we improve human connection in the workplace?

The baptism of the Holy Spirit isn't just about speaking in tongues—it's about being immersed in radical love and raw power. It's not something we muster up, but something we submit to, so we can walk in supernatural compassion and authority to reform the world, not just survive it. This is the year the Spirit helps us do what we could never do on our own. YouVersion Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49446796 Mercy Culture Church exists to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. For more information on ways you can be a part of it, follow us on social media @mercyculture or visit us at mercyculture.com Share the link and invite a friend to join this service.

Do you ever wonder what it truly means to serve like Jesus did? In a culture focused on status and self-promotion, what if radical humility could stir revival and transform hearts? In this episode of The Collide Podcast, we sit down with Jessica Bond—the artist behind the viral Footwashing Series, a striking visual collection that depicts Jesus washing the feet of people from all backgrounds, including those society often ignores.Jessica's work has sparked both admiration and controversy, challenging people to view love the way Jesus modeled it—on His knees, serving even those who would betray Him. As a missionary, digital artist, podcast host and founder of Salt & Gold Collection, Jessica shares how her global journey and deep faith inform her creative calling to embody the gospel through art.In This Episode, We Explore:

How can we be set free from selfishness so that, at any earthly cost to ourselves, we will love other people in a way that makes Christ look great?

In this episode, we catch up with our longtime friend Natalie Firsker, and wow—you're going to be so inspired by her story. Natalie shares how a mission trip at age 12 sparked a lifelong passion for serving in Mexico, and how that radical “yes” turned into leading a nonprofit, The Aloe Family, that now spans across multiple countries. We chat about what it looks like to live a faith that's costly, full of sacrifice, and beautifully spirit-led—even when it's wildly different from the people around you. Plus, Natalie spills a little about life with her NFL husband and how they're figuring out marriage, ministry, and mission all at once. It's honest, fun, and full of practical encouragement for anyone asking: “What does it look like to radically follow Jesus right where I am?” Topics Discussed The Start of a Calling: Natalie shares how her heart for Mexico began with a mission trip and one little girl who changed everything. From Trips to Transformation: What began as a yearly visit became a lifelong mission to build bridges between cultures and create sustainable change. Life on the Move: We talk day-in-the-life in Mexico, Columbia, Nashville, and airports everywhere—and how the Spirit leads when you live out of a suitcase. The Aloe Family: Natalie breaks down what her nonprofit actually does, the programs they run, and how they stay rooted in people-first ministry. Radical Faith Looks Different: We dive into the tension of living a life that doesn't look like everyone else's—and why that's actually the beauty of following Jesus. Ministry + Marriage: Natalie opens up about life with her husband Anthony, an NFL player, and how they make two different worlds beautifully overlap. Boundaries & Burnout: How she protects her peace, prioritizes rest, and keeps her soul healthy in a demanding season. What Radical Faith Really Means: We close out with a powerful reflection on what it means to say “yes” to Jesus in the big and small, the easy and the scary. Thanks To Our Sponsors! Good Ranchers: By sourcing all of their meat from local, independent farms in the U.S., Good Ranchers is connecting people to quality products they can't get anywhere else. Visit https://www.goodranchers.com and use code FTGFAM at checkout to get free meat + $25 off your order. Guest Resources Follow Natalie Follow The Aloe Family Follow Us!

In this message, Pastor Chris Cheema examines the story of Simon the Magician in Acts 8 to show that without the love of God, everything we say, believe, or do amounts to nothing. Using 1 Corinthians 13 as a framework, he identifies four areas—words, gifts, faith, and works—that lose all value when disconnected from God's agape love. The sermon challenges listeners to move beyond outward performance and shallow belief, and instead pursue true relationship with Jesus through repentance, surrender, and receiving the Holy Spirit.

The relationships you struggle with the most? This episode is for those. Juli sits down with Bible teacher Jada Edwards to share stories about the ways they've fallen short when it comes to loving others, and how God has transformed their understanding of what it means to love the way He does. (Spoiler alert: Sometimes the best way to learn love is to start with the person who bugs you the most.) Guest: Jada Edwards (@jada_edwards)   Resources: Sign up for our email list and stay in the know! Jada's book: A New Way to Love Your Neighbor How to Have Tough Conversations (blog) Encountering the Radical Love of Jesus (blog) AI Members Only: Why “Love Is Love” Doesn't Mean What You Think It Means, Ep. #401  

The key to joy is faith in God's future grace — that is, being satisfied in all that God promises to be for us.

Send us a textBridget Hampstead shares her journey from discovering her own neurodivergence to founding Fish in a Tree, a virtual community center supporting neurodivergent adults. Her work combines community building, political advocacy, and neuroaffirming practices to create spaces where late-diagnosed autistic individuals can find acceptance and belonging.• Founded Fish in a Tree after realizing neurodivergent people lacked community support• Pivoted from physical center to virtual programming, expanding reach nationwide• Faced challenges with neurodiversity language acceptance in the Deep South• Represented the US at UN's World Autism Awareness Day despite censorship• Increasingly focused on political advocacy as disability rights face new threats• Programming specifically resonates with late-diagnosed autistic women• Writes daily on neurodivergent topics while seeking funding to address critical issuesConnect with Fish in a Tree at www.fishinatreeNOLA.org. You are so loved and a warm welcome awaits you at Fish in a Tree, where we see you, we get you, you are valid and you are the person of honor at our table.https://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)