Inclusive Faith Podcast

Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal
  • 4.5 (14)
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Inclusive Faith Podcast is a progressive Christian podcast and a space for honest conversations about faith, identity, healing, and belonging. Hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal, a United Methodist pastor with more than 30 years of ministry experience, the podcast explores what happens when people stop pretending, start asking better questions, and make room for a faith big enough to hold real life. Together, Kade and Greg talk about LGBTQ+ inclusion, church hurt, scripture, progressive Christianity, spiritual growth, belonging, and the messy, beautiful work of reclaiming faith after harm. Through honest conversation, they explore what it means to follow Jesus in a more loving, inclusive, and affirming way. This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt pushed out, overlooked, or unsure where they fit in the church. Whether you are an LGBTQ+ Christian looking for a faith that affirms you, someone healing from church hurt, a progressive Christian, a pastor or ministry leader, or someone simply wondering if there is a better way to be Christian, you are welcome here. Inclusive Faith is not about having all the answers. It is about making space for the conversation. Let’s talk about it.

  1. 2d ago ·  Bonus

    Faith in 10: What Are You Waiting For?

    What are you waiting for? Most of us live as though there will always be more time. We will make the phone call later, have the difficult conversation when the timing feels right, and tell people how much they mean to us the next time we see them. But tomorrow is not promised. In this personal Faith in 10 reflection, Kade considers what Psalm 90 means when it asks God to “teach us to number our days.” This is not an invitation to live in fear. It is an invitation to be present, love more intentionally, and say what matters while we still have the opportunity. We cannot control how much time we receive, but we can decide how honestly and lovingly we live the day in front of us. Visit theinclusivefaith.com to connect with us and subscribe to our newsletter, or email hello@theinclusivefaith.com. If this episode speaks to you, please share it with someone who may need it or leave a rating or review.

    Faith in 10: What Are You Waiting For?

  2. Aug 11

    The Bible & Homosexuality: The New Testament

    What does the New Testament actually say about homosexuality? In Part Two of our conversation about the Bible and homosexuality, Kade and Greg examine the three New Testament passages most often used to condemn LGBTQ+ people: 1 Corinthians 6:9–11, 1 Timothy 1:8–11, and Romans 1:20–27. Together, they explore the Greek words malakoi and arsenokoitai, the cultural world in which these passages were written, and the translation choices that have shaped how Christians understand them. They also discuss why the word “homosexual” did not appear in an English Bible until 1946 and why that modern term does not accurately reflect the language or relationships being addressed in these ancient texts. What did Paul mean by “natural” and “unnatural”? Does Romans 1 describe LGBTQ+ Christians today? And what does it mean that Jesus said nothing about homosexuality? These passages have been mistranslated, misinterpreted, and used as weapons against LGBTQ+ people for generations. This episode asks us to read them more carefully, confront the harm they have caused, and recognize the beautiful diversity of people made in the image of God. For additional resources, visit theinclusivefaith.com.

  3. Aug 4

    The Bible & Homosexuality: The Old Testament

    The Bible & Homosexuality: The Old Testament What does the Bible really say about homosexuality and LGBTQ+ people? For generations, a small group of Bible verses has been used to condemn, exclude, and harm LGBTQ+ people. Often called the “clobber passages,” these scriptures are frequently presented as clear proof that the Bible rejects same-sex relationships. But is that what they actually mean in their original context? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal examine the three Old Testament passages most often used in conversations about the Bible and homosexuality: Genesis 19, Leviticus 18:22, and Leviticus 20:13. Together, they discuss: What the story of Sodom and Gomorrah is actually aboutWhy sexual violence is not the same as a loving same-sex relationshipHow the historical and cultural context of Leviticus changes the conversationWhy the original Hebrew wording mattersHow Bible translations can shape Christian beliefs about homosexualityThe harm caused when Scripture is weaponized against LGBTQ+ peopleGreg’s experience of hearing these passages used during conversion therapy This episode does not ignore difficult Bible verses. It examines them closely, asks what they meant to their original audiences, and considers whether they can honestly be applied to loving, mutual, and committed LGBTQ+ relationships today. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on the Bible and homosexuality. Part 2 will examine the New Testament “clobber passages.” The Inclusive Faith Podcast explores LGBTQ+ Christianity, affirming theology, biblical interpretation, church inclusion, and what it means to build a faith where everyone truly belongs. Find community resources and more: TheInclusiveFaith.com

  4. Jul 28 ·  Bonus

    Faith in 10: Fear Is Not The Gospel

    For generations, many Christians have been taught that faith is primarily about avoiding hell: believe the right doctrine, follow the right rules, never question religious authority, and do not step beyond the boundaries someone else has drawn. In this Faith in 10, Dr. Gregory S. Neal examines how fear is used as a tool of religious control and how self-appointed gatekeepers claim the authority to decide who belongs to Christ. But fear, threats, and exclusion are not the fruit of the Spirit. The gospel is not built on terror, shame, or perfect theology. It is built on grace. Jesus repeatedly crossed religious boundaries, welcomed those others excluded, and challenged leaders who burdened people while claiming to control access to God. Your questions do not scare God. Your doubts do not disqualify you. Your identity does not separate you from the love of Christ. The gatekeepers do not have the final word. Jesus does. The Inclusive Faith Podcast is hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal. Faith in 10 is our bonus series offering brief reflections on faith, Scripture, inclusion, and the church. To find community resources and more visit TheInclusiveFaith.com

    Faith in 10: Fear Is Not The Gospel

  5. Jul 21

    The Rapture: Biblical Truth or Modern Invention?

    What if everything you were taught about the rapture came from a much more recent interpretation than you realized? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith, Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal examine the popular belief that Christians will suddenly disappear while everyone else is left behind. They explore where modern rapture theology came from, whether it is actually supported by Scripture, and how fear about the end times has been used to control people, raise money, and determine who is supposedly saved. There is plenty of humor along the way, but beneath it is a serious question: What happens when Christianity becomes centered on fear? Rather than living in anxiety about missing the rapture, Kade and Greg invite us to return to the heart of the gospel: loving God, loving our neighbors, and living faithfully in the world here and now. Is the rapture biblical truth or a modern invention? Let’s talk about it. Connect with us, join our email list, or submit a question for a future episode at: theinclusivefaith.com

  6. Jul 14 ·  Bonus

    Faith in 10: Why Do Some Christians Reduce Queer Love to Sex?

    Why do some Christians seem unable to talk about LGBTQ relationships without immediately reducing them to sex? In this Faith in Ten episode, Greg reflects on the way queer love is often stripped of its humanity and reduced to sexual stereotypes. But the biblical story of companionship does not begin with sex. In Genesis 2, God identifies isolation as the first human problem: “It is not good that the human should be alone.” Marriage and committed relationships are about companionship, covenant, faithfulness, sacrifice, joy, grief, family, prayer, and choosing one another again and again. LGBTQ relationships contain that same ordinary and sacred love. Greg challenges Christians to examine whether their reaction to queer relationships truly comes from the Holy Spirit or from fear, inherited prejudice, tradition, and discomfort. Because discomfort is not automatically discernment, and cruelty does not become Christlike simply because it is wrapped in religious language. Faith in Ten is a bonus series from The Inclusive Faith Podcast featuring brief reflections on faith, inclusion, and life. Subscribe and join us as we continue creating space for honest conversations about Christianity, scripture, LGBTQ inclusion, and the love of God. theinclusivefaith.com

    Faith in 10: Why Do Some Christians Reduce Queer Love to Sex?

  7. Jul 7

    Does the Bible Really Say That?

    Does taking the Bible seriously mean taking every passage literally? In this episode of The Inclusive Faith Podcast, Kade and Greg talk about biblical literalism, Bible interpretation, and why faithful reading of Scripture requires context, humility, history, and honesty. They discuss the harm that can come when the Bible is flattened into one rigid way of reading, especially for people who have experienced religious trauma, church hurt, or Christian deconstruction. Kade reflects on being taught stories like Noah’s Ark as literal history and how that created barriers in his faith journey. Greg shares why the Bible has been interpreted in many ways throughout Christian history and why genre, context, symbolism, metaphor, and story all matter. The episode also explores Genesis 1 and 2, the Psalms, the parables of Jesus, science and faith, and what it means for progressive Christians and LGBTQ affirming Christians to take the Bible seriously. For anyone who has ever wondered, “Does the Bible really say that?” or “Can I question the Bible and still be Christian?” this episode is for you.

  8. Jun 30 ·  Bonus

    Faith in 10: Dear Comment Section…

    The comment section can be funny, exhausting, heartbreaking, and revealing. In this Faith in 10 episode from The Inclusive Faith, Kade Rogers talks about the comments we receive online as LGBTQ-affirming Christians. Some are beautiful. Some remind us why this work matters. And some sound a lot less like the love of Jesus and a lot more like judgment with a Bible verse attached. From “I love you, but…” to “show me where Jesus affirmed homosexuality,” this episode uses humor and honesty to name what so many LGBTQ Christians already know: the loudest voices online do not get the final word on your belovedness. For every angry comment, there is usually someone quietly reading who still loves God but is afraid God does not love them back. This episode is for that person. You are not a debate topic. You are not a threat to the gospel. You are beloved by God. Subscribe to The Inclusive Faith for honest conversations about faith, LGBTQ inclusion, church hurt, scripture, grace, and belonging. Let’s talk about it.

    Faith in 10: Dear Comment Section…
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Inclusive Faith Podcast is a progressive Christian podcast and a space for honest conversations about faith, identity, healing, and belonging. Hosted by Kade Rogers and Dr. Gregory S. Neal, a United Methodist pastor with more than 30 years of ministry experience, the podcast explores what happens when people stop pretending, start asking better questions, and make room for a faith big enough to hold real life. Together, Kade and Greg talk about LGBTQ+ inclusion, church hurt, scripture, progressive Christianity, spiritual growth, belonging, and the messy, beautiful work of reclaiming faith after harm. Through honest conversation, they explore what it means to follow Jesus in a more loving, inclusive, and affirming way. This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt pushed out, overlooked, or unsure where they fit in the church. Whether you are an LGBTQ+ Christian looking for a faith that affirms you, someone healing from church hurt, a progressive Christian, a pastor or ministry leader, or someone simply wondering if there is a better way to be Christian, you are welcome here. Inclusive Faith is not about having all the answers. It is about making space for the conversation. Let’s talk about it.

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  • Creator
    Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kade Rogers & Gregory Neal

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