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Are you ready to relearn what you thought you knew about the Bible? Almost Heretical invites you on a journey of reclaiming the Bible and revolutionizing Christianity as we know it. Led by Nate Hanson (a former Crazy Love pastor) and Shelby Hanson (MA Biblical Studies & Dead Sea Scrolls). We challenge traditional teachings and offer a sanctuary for those questioning and reshaping their faith. 7 years running, with over 2 million downloads, this is a space for authentic exploration and tough questions. You're not alone!
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#137 – Tim Alberta: Reject Trump, Embrace Jesus
Listen to the after show where Nate & Shelby talk about Tim's more traditional beliefs... Why did they have Tim on?
Tim Alberta reflects on how his Christian upbringing shapes his approach to politics, emphasizing critical thought over tribalism. He advocates for a church response that mirrors Christ's love and grace, facing societal challenges with a focus on the eternal kingdom of God. This episode explores restoring the church's mission as an agent of healing and social welfare. Tim's book is The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory.
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Our thoughts on Tim Alberta's traditional beliefs
Why did we have Tim Alberta on the show? He has more traditional beliefs than us, but we think his voice is important. Also, listen to Tim's funny story about interviewing Donald Trump in the Oval Office.
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#136 – Tiffany Yecke Brooks: Spiritual Anxiety & Religious Trauma
Listen to the after show where Nate & Shelby debrief and shore more thoughts about this conversation with Tiffany
Tiffany Yecke Brooks discusses her evolution from fundamentalist roots, questioning long-held doctrines, and identifying spiritual anxiety as a trauma response. She advocates for reinterpreting biblical stories and emphasizes the importance of self-trust and questioning authority within religious contexts. Her insights encourage a deeper, more personal exploration of faith, free from the constraints of traditional interpretations and control. Tiffany's website.
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After show for Tiffany Yecke Brooks
After recording Episode 136 with Tiffany Yecke Brooks, Nate & Shelby debriefed talking about are pastors trying to control or is it just the theology?, how to trust our intuition, overcoming the original sin narrative, and more.
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#135 – Thomas Jay Oord: Open Relational Theology
Listen to the Utterly Heretical after show episode that Nate & Shelby recorded debriefing this conversation with Thomas Jay Oord
Dr. Thomas Jay Oord delves into open relational theology, highlighting a non-controlling, relational God and rethinking traditional omnipotence. Check out his book God After Deconstruction with Tripp Fuller. We addresses deconstruction, the afterlife, and inclusivity beyond Christianity. Oord's perspective challenges conventional views on prayer, spirituality, and divine interaction, advocating for a faith that embraces questioning and experiential understanding of the divine.
Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretical@gmail.com
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Did Thomas Jay Oord say we're going to be ghosts when we die?
After recording Episode 135 with Thomas Jay Oord, we had lots more thoughts about hell/heaven, ghosts, the sadness of losing the afterlife we were promised, and more.
Customer Reviews
Mind blowing
I found this podcast about a year into my "faith shift", "deconstruction", whatever you want to call it. Tim has a unique gift in unpacking the Bible's stories, themes, literary styles, motifs, you name it, and explaining them in a simple and logical framework. And Nate somehow always manages to ask every question I'm thinking. Every episode blowns my mind. Almost Heretical has ignited in me an interest and desire for the bible that I have been praying for for a long time. THANK YOU for being my lighthouse during this curious and questioning time in my life!
Encouraging and informing
I have really enjoyed and benefitted from this Podcast in every way - it stimulates intellectual curiosity, satisfies spiritual needs and helps heal emotional hurts. I also enjoy the music.
Thank you
Leslie Jogi
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