The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast

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Interested in taking a deep dive into your spiritual and missional formation? Hosted by Dr. Brian Russell (Professor of Biblical Studies and Spiritual Coach), the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast will explore the contours of spiritual formation, leadership, and missional practice in our present reality through solo episodes and interviews with leading practitioners and thinkers.

  1. MAR 11

    Episode 211 Taming the Wilderness Within: Centering Prayer and the Via Negativa

    Brian Russell teaches on Taming the Wilderness Within: Centering Prayer and the Via Negativa. During Lent as well as the rest of the year, embrace practices such as centering prayer as a means of allowing God to do the deep sanctifying work that God desires to do in each of us. The via negative is spiritual growth through subtraction. In this practical and actionable episode, Brian explores the transformational possibilities of the consistent practice of the prayer of silence, i.e., centering prayer. Questions or comments: Brian@brianrussellphd.com  Brian’s Newsletter: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter   Brian’s book: Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life (Paraclete, 2021): https://amzn.to/47Dwdpk   Brian’s Other Books: Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/3uuWCoQ    (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9    Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/    Work with Brian: Brian is available for personal coaching in the areas of spiritual growth, missional leadership and biblical/theological training.  Brian is also available for virtual or in person speaking/teaching. He offers workshops and stand alone talks on contemplative spirituality as well as on a variety of books and topics relating to engaging Scripture for a life of mission, community and holiness.  Amazon links are affiliate links. Without affecting the cost on your end, Amazon shares a small royalty with me if you purchase any product after following these links to Amazon. In other words, if you shop regularly on Amazon, you can support my work by clicking on any of the books I linked and then searching for whatever you want to purchase. Thanks for your support.

    24 min

  2. FEB 18

    Episode 210 Settling the Trust Question: Do I Trust that God Has My Best Interests at Heart?

    Brian Russell (Ph.D.) asks a poignant question as we enter into Lent: Do I Really Trust that God Has My Best Interests at Heart? How you answer this question changes everything. He guides you through a poignant reading of Genesis 2-3, Psalm 51 and Romans 5 and invites us all to open ourselves up even deeper to God's work during this season. Email him: brian@brianrussellphd.com and ask for the Rule of Life worksheet Interested in going even deeper? Brian has two books that go really well with the Lenten Season:  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/48fey8l   Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ  Sign up for his updates: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter  Interested in coaching with Brian? Email him today to initiate a transformational conversation: Brian@brianrussellphd.com  Brian Russell’s Other Books   (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade): https://amzn.to/3Mzfw7p  Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/   Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   X: @briandrussell  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon shares a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

    32 min

  3. FEB 16

    Building a Lenten Container for Deep Transformation (Episode 209)

    Dr. Brian Russell (Ph.D.) offers tips and insights for building a spiritual container for deep transformation during Lent in 2026. Interested in going even deeper? Brian has two books that go really well with the Lenten Season:  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/48fey8l   Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ  Sign up for his updates: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter  Interested in coaching with Brian? Email him today to initiate a transformational conversation: Brian@brianrussellphd.com  Brian Russell’s Other Books   (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade): https://amzn.to/3Mzfw7p  Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/   Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   X: @briandrussell  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: brian@brianrussellphd.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon shares a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

    21 min

  4. JAN 24

    Episode 208 (Re)aligning with God's Mission in 2026

    Dr. Brian Russell (Ph.D.) reflects on the Jesus’ announcement of the kingdom and how to realign with God’s missional calling in 2026. You’ll be renewed in your soul and refreshed for living out the life that God’s called you to embody. Brian shares the message of realizing with mission, community and holiness for our day. Interested in going deeper? Check out his book (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World  https://amzn.to/30tP4S9   Interested in coaching with Brian? Email him today to initiate a transformational conversation: Brian@brianrussellphd.com Sign up for updates on Brian's work: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter   Brian Russell’s Books  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/48fey8l   Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ   Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/   Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   Twitter: @briandrussell  Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

    36 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    Episode 207 Rev. Allyce Fogle–Logue on Heaven's Ache: A Walk Through the Psalms with Lament and Hope

    In today's episode, Rev. Allyce Fogle–Logue discusses her new book Heaven's Ache: A Walk Through the Psalms with Lament and Hope. We talk about the power of the lament psalms for ministry and life. Buy a copy of Heaven's Ache https://amzn.to/3KRS7x5  Books recommended by Allyce: Richard Foster, Celebration of Discipline:  https://amzn.to/4pvwJwz  Os Guiness, The Call: https://amzn.to/44kusMi  Brian Russell’s Books  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/48fey8l  Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ   (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9   Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/    Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:  https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer   Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   Twitter: @briandrussell  Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

    56 min

  6. 12/02/2025

    Episode 206 Dr Joel Pérez on How to Achieve Organizational Excellence through Cultural Humility

    In this week’s episode, Dr. Joel Pérez shares with us how to become exceptional leaders who embraces cultural humility and build bridges to create a truly inclusive organizations and churches. Purchase a copy of Dear White Leader: How to Achieve Organizational Excellence through Cultural Humility https://amzn.to/4rpmBa6  Connect with Joel: Website: https://apoyocoaching.com    Courses: https://apoyocoaching.com/courses    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelperezphd/   Resource Recommended by Joel:  Mai Moua, Culturally Intelligent Leadership https://amzn.to/3JZhVT5  Brian Russell’s Books  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/48fey8l  Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ   (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9   Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/    Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:  https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer   Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   Twitter: @briandrussell  Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.  #spiritualgrowth   #culturalhumility #culturalcompetency

    50 min

  7. 11/25/2025

    Episode 205 Gratitude as the Fuel for a Deep Dive Spirituality

    Brian Russell shares ideas and practices to help you cultivate gratitude. Gratitude is the fuel for a deep dive spirituality. Interested in receiving a monthly update that includes a list of resources/books that I've found helpful as well as my most recent essays, content, and offerings?  Sign up: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter  When you sign up, I'll share the Gratitude Amplifier tool with you.  If you only want the tool, email me: brian@brianrussellphd.com  Join Brian’s Monthly free centering prayer gathering: www.centeringprayerbook.com   Brian Russell’s Books Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/3uuWCoQ  Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ   (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9   Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/     Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer    Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com   Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: brian@brianrussellphd.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support. #gratitude #thanksgiving #spiritualgrowth

    16 min

  8. 11/12/2025

    Episode 204 A Renewal Protocol for Thriving and Flourishing in your Mission in 2025

    Dr. Brian Russell shares his renewal protocol to help you thrive and flourish in your mission and ministry in 2025 and beyond. If you are feeling tired, burned out or desire simply tools to help you maintain your passion for mission, this episode will serve you powerfully. Brian will talk about the importance of sabbath, values work, learning your saboteurs, adjusting/building a rule of life, journaling and a 5 question check-in. How are Rule of Life Can Help you Grow in Love for God and Neigbor https://youtu.be/r98dPPZARH0  Saboteur test: www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs  Chamine, Positive Intelligence https://amzn.to/4hVRf6F  Interested in working with me in a coaching relationship. Email me today: brian@brianrussellphd.com   Brian’s Books Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/3uuWCoQ    Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/4q8Z2BT   (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9    Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/    Work with Brian: Brian is available for personal coaching in the areas of spiritual growth, missional leadership and biblical/theological training. Brian is also available for virtual or in person speaking/teaching. He offers workshops and stand alone talks on contemplative spirituality as well as on a variety of books and topics relating to engaging Scripture for a life of mission, community and holiness. Amazon links are affiliate links. Without affecting the cost on your end, Amazon shares a small percentage of the profit with me if you purchase any product after following these links to Amazon. In other words, if you shop regularly on Amazon, you can support my work by clicking on any of the books I linked and then searching for whatever you want to purchase. Thanks for your support.

    22 min
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Interested in taking a deep dive into your spiritual and missional formation? Hosted by Dr. Brian Russell (Professor of Biblical Studies and Spiritual Coach), the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast will explore the contours of spiritual formation, leadership, and missional practice in our present reality through solo episodes and interviews with leading practitioners and thinkers.

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