Dr. A.J. Swoboda and Dr. Nijay Gupta are co-hosts of Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times. We talk Bible, theology, and anything and everything else under the sun that gives our lives meaning.
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AJ Swoboda Podcasts
Join VeggieTales and What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer and co-host Skye Jethani (author, speaker, pastor) for a fast-paced and often funny conversation about pop culture, media, theology, and the fun, fun, fun of living a thoughtful Christian life in an increasingly post-Christian culture.
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A Community of Learning Centered on Discipleship
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With faith, hope and clarity, Bill Arnold welcomes Bible scholars, teachers, and Christian leaders to help us grow deeper in our faith.
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TheoDisc is a podcast by WTC faculty and friends with fortnightly episodes on theological ideas that will hopefully stimulate you to pursue your own theological learning and ultimately to deepen your faith. It is a place of discussion and debate, and a place to hear a variety of voices. We do hope you enjoy listening! TheoDisc is part of WTC Theology: https://wtctheology.org.uk/
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Theology, spiritualty, ethics, culture, history, and related pursuits
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Welcome to Not Many of You Should Become Teachers. We exist to engage ideas and practices around K-12 Faith and Learning through discourse and professional development.
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These are strange times for College Life Christian Fellowship. We are apart. In many ways it might feel like you're walking through the valley of the shadow of death (or anxiety, or frustration, or fill in the blank). Psalm 23 tells us that in those seasons, God's own rod and staff comfort and lead us. We hope to have conversations on this podcast that could be occasions of God leading you through this time. We hope you learn, think, wonder and laugh. This is: Your Pod and Your Staff.
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Engaging in conversations that bring Scripture to life, Susie Larson offers practical ways to live out your convictions and inspire you to a deep and active walk of faith.
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Slowing down can transform our spiritual journey – A.J. Swoboda
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50:14In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God's voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth. Professor and author A.J. Swoboda joins Bill to share from his latest book "Slow Theology: Eight Practices for Resilient Faith in a Turbulent Worl…
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Conversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta
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51:49James Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta about their book, “Slow Theology.” In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God’s voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth. A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta…
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Stories behind those great songs and hymns of Christmas - Ace Collins
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50:38One of the things we love about Christmas is the tremondous music. Prolific author Ace Collins joins the show to take a closer look at some of the most beloved Christmas carols and hymns, such as Silent Night, The First Noel, The Twelve Days of Christmas, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Silver Bells, and many more. For Ace Collins book "Stories Behind …
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Jesus is the answer to life's problems - Nick Hall
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50:15Telling people about Jesus is the one amazing thing we can do on this earth. Evangelist Nick Hall, founder of Pulse Evangelism joins Bill to share how spreading the Gospel begins with prayer, explain that listening is more important than talking, discuss the revival we are seeing in our world, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible b…
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Going to the God as you are with Dr. Henry Cloud
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50:53Who are we when we are stripped down to our very essence? What gives our lives purpose? How do we not only survive but find joy and peace in a world that is full of suffering and disappointment? World-renowned psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud shares from his book, "To Know Him: A 90-Day Invitation to Come to God As You Are." Check out Susie's new podca…
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Sunday Edition: Five Ways to Make the Most of Your Holiday Season
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13:02This message was inspired by Susie's book "Prepare Him Room." Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
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Why using artificial intelligence matters – Jeff Zweerink
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50:06What are we to make of artificial intelligence? Is the direction it's heading good or bad? Scholar Jeff Zweerink joins the show to discuss this, why machines can mimic intelligence but not replace God's image in people, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on…
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God in our midst. God with us. The greatest gift. The only reason for the season. And the source of all our joy. Sheila Walsh shares about her books "The Gifts of Christmas: 25 Joy-Filled Devotions for Advent." and "The Little Drummer Girl: An Unexpected Christmas Story." Sheila mentions "Beside the Bonnie Briar Bush" Check out Susie's new podcast …
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Taking time to study the book of Job – David T. Lamb
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50:14If you're going through suffering, the book of Job is a great place to turn. Professor David T. Lamb joins Bill to give us a complete overview of the book of Job and what we can learn from studying it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on November 4, 2025…
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Rediscover the true beauty of Christmas with Pastor AJ Sherrill
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50:12Are you tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and empty during the holiday season? Instead of getting caught up in the hustle and bustle, are you ready to slow down, catch your breath, and rediscover the true beauty of Christmas? Pastor AJ Sherrill shares from his book, "Rediscovering Christmas: Surprising Insights into the Story You Thought You…
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Guy Talk: Ask your Bible questions, continued
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50:23Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They spend a majority of the time introducing a new segment called "Read and Respond", as they read through Matthew 13 explaining what the different seeds represent, why Jesus spok…
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Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing the significance of 2 Corinthians 5:21, share their favorite Bible verses, explain why Christians should or should not celebrate Christmas, and more. Faith…
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God's faithfulness through generations with Pastor Russ Ramsey
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50:32"For centuries God's people awaited the coming of a Savior. In the midst of a world of trouble, they hoped for one who would deliver them from evil and restore them to true life. Would God be faithful to his promises? Pastor Russ Ramsey shares from his book, "The Advent of the Lamb of God." Originally aired December 2, 2024 Check out Susie's new po…
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ST87: Listener Question: Why Was the Jerusalem Temple Decorated with So Much Gold?
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26:43In this episode, Nijay and A.J. address a great listener question: if God is for the poor, why did God mandate that the temple be decorated with so much gold and high-value materials? Listen in. (Related texts: Exodus 25-28; 35-40; 1 Kings 6-7; 2 Chron 2-4). Support the showBy A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K.Gupta
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I absolutely believe Christ is coming back – Alex McFarland | The Bible and Science adhere when it comes to abortion – Brian Warren
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51:06Bill welcomes Dr. Alex McFarland to share from his latest book "100 Bible Questions And Answers On Prophecy And The End Times". Later, Dr. Brian Warren joins to discuss the "hot topic" of abortion and how the issue demands a resolution as he shares from his book "The Truth of the Trade: Addressing the Deceit and Seduction Surrounding Abortion". Fai…
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A Christmas Blessing with Pastor Alan Wright
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51:42When you receive God's blessings for your life, you will find security, freedom, fruitfulness, and favor. Pastor Alan Wright speaks blessing and Susie prays over listener requests about marriage, health, addiction, church relationships, and many more topics. Pastor Wrights book is "The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Lo…
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698: De-Christianizing America & Re-Christianizing Advent with Rich Villodas
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1:18:56The government of Israel has been criticized for building fences in Gaza and the West Bank, but now it's geofencing American churches. Will its plan reverse the decline of evangelical support for the Jewish state? Donald Trump says he's making the country more Christian, but data shows his immigration policy favors secular immigrants and rejects Ch…
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Christ in prophecy study, part 8 – Jeff Verdoorn
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51:06There are roughly 87 unique prophecies in the Old Testament to the coming of the Messiah. And every single one of them is fulfilled in the New Testament. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by looking at each prophecy one by one. For the 87 unique prophecies document: Click Here Faith Radio podcasts are made possi…
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Prepare Him Room with Susie Larson Part 1 of 4
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51:37Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. But in the hurriedness of December, sometimes we find ourselves sacrificing a sacred pace for hustle, leaving us feeling more stressed than blessed. Susie Larson shares from her devotional "Prepare Him Room: A Daily Advent Devotional". Part 1 of 4 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Ap…
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What Does the Magi Story Really Tell Us About Jesus? (From this week's Curiously Kaitlyn)
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38:08We're popping a Curiously Kaitlyn episode into your feed this week because we're starting a brand-new Advent series, and—let's be honest—the nativity story gets weird. Kids notice all the odd details we learned to ignore, and suddenly you're fielding questions you did not prepare for in Sunday School.So instead of scrambling for answers all by your…
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Celebrating the season of advent – Paul Gutacker
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50:38As of yesterday, we have officially began the season of advent. What exactly is it and how do we make the most of it? Professor Paul Gutacker joins the show to share how we can prepare our hearts and homes during the advent season. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here…
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We are wired and built by God to be with people. That's why having a solid community of like-minded believers is so important. Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the show to discuss this and more as he shares from Acts 2:42-47. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now
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God in our midst. God with us. The greatest gift. The only reason for the season. And the source of all our joy. Sheila Walsh shares about her books "The Gifts of Christmas: 25 Joy-Filled Devotions for Advent." and "The Little Drummer Girl: An Unexpected Christmas Story." Sheila mentions "Beside the Bonnie Briar Bush" Check out Susie's new podcast …
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Sunday Edition: Set a Sacred Pace This Holiday Season
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16:40This message was inspired by Susie's book "Prepare Him Room." The drawing is open until Decembr 12, 2025. Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here
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The harvest is plentiful – Brent McDougal
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50:06In Luke 10:1-21 Jesus talks about how the "harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few". Pastor Brent McDougal joins to discuss what this looks like in our world today, how we can spread the love of Jesus, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on October 27…
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The holidays often feel like a marathon, as we dash from one event, errand, or party to another. In the busyness, it's easy to neglect what really matters: reflecting on the glory of Jesus. Pastor Rich Villodas shares from his book, "Waiting for Jesus: An Advent Invitation to Prayer and Renewal." Waiting on God by Andrew Murray Originally aired Nov…
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At least two Jews and a Gentile – What Christian Zionism is
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50:14Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by Trevor Rubenstein, Pastor Aaron Braaten, Pastor Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz, who explain what Christian Zionism is, if we should support it, and more. Faith Radio podc…
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Is there a God? Are we free? What are souls? Dr. Brad Sickler from the University of Northwestern St. Paul, and author of "God on the Brain: What Cognitive Science Does (and Does Not) Tell Us about Faith, Human Nature, and the Divine" joins the show to discuss some of the biggest philosophical questions we face. Faith Radio podcasts are made possib…
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Restore your rhythms of Joy with Asheritah Ciuciu
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50:12For many Christians, "daily devotions" and "spiritual disciplines" strike guilt and shame in our hearts. But what if we got it all wrong? Asheritah Ciuciu shares from her book, "Delighting in Jesus: Rhythms to Restore Joy When You Feel Burdened, Broken, or Burned-Out." Originally aired December 5, 2024 Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions …
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Guy Talk: Ask your Bible questions, continued
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50:14Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They explain that sin loves the darkness, how to find true contentment, discuss if there is a revival happening in our country, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possibl…
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Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing if there are different levels to heaven, explain that anyone who is in Christ is an overcomer, share if we can lose our salvation, and much more. Faith Rad…
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How to stay firm on your foundation in the chaos of life with John Eldredge
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50:40When the chaos of life swirls around you, what keeps you stable? When the world shakes you to your very core, where is your foundation? Author and Counselor John Eldredge talks about how to build a firm foundation so we can navigate the chaos in life. Find the podcast episode Susie is referring to here Originally aired November 11, 2024 Check out S…
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Biblical help for Spiritual depression – Nate Pickowicz | Pondering the purpose of life – David Wheaton
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50:14Spiritual depression can leave us feeling paralyzed. So how do we combat it? Pastor Nate Pickowicz joins the show to share from his latest book "Overcoming the Darkness". Later, Bill welcomes friend and Bible teacher David Wheaton who discusses why we should consider the purpose of our lives more often. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by you…
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