Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church Blog

Eric Sentell
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Saving Faith deconstructs Christianity to reconstruct a faith that works. Eric Sentell, regular contributor to the popular Backyard Church blog, tackles tough theological questions and interviews amazing guests. Past interviews include Kristen Kobes du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne), Beth Allison Barr (The Making of Biblical Womanhood), Jared Byas (Love Matters More) John Williamson (The Deconstructionists Podcast), and many more. Saving Faith was formerly "Metamorphosis: Sharing the Love of Jesus." Contact jamesericsentell@gmail.com with feedback, suggestions, or guest recommendations.

  1. 06/19/2024

    Saving Faith Finale

    Saving Faith thanks all the listeners and guests since it launched (under the name Metamorphosis) in March 2020. While future episodes are unlikely, existing episodes will continue to be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Thank you, and God bless. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  2. 06/05/2024

    A Gay Methodist Pastor Tells His Story - An Interview with Rev. Keith Turner

    What's it like to fear losing your job -- nay, your calling -- because of your sexual orientation? Reverend Keith Turner answers that question, and more, in this episode. Read Keith's powerful essay, "My Church Finally Caught Up to Me: A Gay United Methodist Pastor Tells (Most of) His Story." Then read Keith's insightful response to "sincerely-helf beliefs," "Critique of Sincere Belief." Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  3. 05/29/2024

    Tom Oord for Real! - An Interview with Dr. Thomas Jay Oord

    Last episode, Eric tried to recreate Tom Oord's answers. This episode, listeners get the real deal! Tom graciously agreed to come back for another conversation. We talk about "God After Deconstruction," "Why the Church of the Nazarene Should Be Fully LGBTQ+ Affirming," and Tom's other faith-transforming, life-changing ideas. Check out ThomasJayOord.com. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  4. 05/22/2024

    "God Can't" and other life-changing ideas with Dr. Thomas Jay Oord

    Dr. Thomas Jay Oord's latest book, "God After Deconstruction," helps religious "nones" reconnect with God. Learn more about Dr. Oord's work at ThomasJayOord.com. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  5. 05/15/2024

    A Gay Ex-Pastor Asked People Why They Left Christianity - Here's What They Said

    Why are people leaving Christianity? Why not ask some of those people. Brandon Flanery, author of the spiritual memoir "Stumbling," surveyed his social media following and analyzed the responses to find out why people are leaving Christianity. The results are both unsurprising and surprising. Learn more about Brandon and his writing at BrandonFlanery.com. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  6. 05/01/2024

    Israel, David French, and Campus Protests

    Is David French right that colleges tolerate protests from "preferred groups" but not other groups? No. No, he's not. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  7. 04/17/2024

    Generative AI and the Future of Work and Faith

    Have you heard of ChatGPT, or have you been living under a rock? In this episode, Eric reflects on the analysis of Daniel Susskind, author of "A World without Work," and how AI might change the way we work both outside and inside the church. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

  8. 04/03/2024

    Late Have I Loved You - An Interview with CCM Legend John Michael Talbot

    John Michael Talbot is a multi-platinum selling, Grammy / Dove award winning Contemporary Catholic Christian Music pioneer. He joins Eric to talk about his 59th album and 38th book, both titled "Late Have I Loved You." John shares some of his remarkable spiritual journey, including multiple mystical experiences. Learn more about John Michael Talbot's books, albums, and ministries at: https://www.johnmichaeltalbot.com/ https://littleportionbakery.org/ https://www.inner-room-school.org/ https://troubadourforthelord.net/store/ols/categories/books https://www.amazon.com/Late-Have-I-Loved-You/dp/B0CQPP1SSP https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/late-have-i-loved-you-john-michael-talbot/1144660193 Saving Faith creates space for Christians: to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; to reconstruct a faith that works; and to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world.  Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "⁠The Backyard Church⁠," and a moderator for the ⁠blog's online community⁠. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠ Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

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Saving Faith deconstructs Christianity to reconstruct a faith that works. Eric Sentell, regular contributor to the popular Backyard Church blog, tackles tough theological questions and interviews amazing guests. Past interviews include Kristen Kobes du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne), Beth Allison Barr (The Making of Biblical Womanhood), Jared Byas (Love Matters More) John Williamson (The Deconstructionists Podcast), and many more. Saving Faith was formerly "Metamorphosis: Sharing the Love of Jesus." Contact jamesericsentell@gmail.com with feedback, suggestions, or guest recommendations.

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