Pursuing Faith with Dominic Done

Dominic sat down with Shelbi Shutt for a thoughtful conversation about suffering, faith, and what redemption looks like over time. Shelbi is a pastor, speaker, and writer who has spent years helping people navigate faith honestly, especially in seasons marked by limitation and uncertainty. She’s served in church leadership for a long time, including A Jesus Church in Portland, and she currently se...

Dominic Done speaks with Stan Jantz, author, publisher, and founding CEO of the Come and See Foundation , the organization behind the global distribution of The Chosen . Stan has spent decades shaping how the Christian story is told, from leading a major Christian bookstore chain to co-authoring more than 75 books, and now helping bring the life of Jesus to audiences around the world through one o...

In this episode of Pursuing Faith , Dominic sits down with his friend Jesse Lusko, a pastor in Portland whose life and ministry were reshaped by a mental health breakdown that cost him the church he planted and nearly his life. They talk openly about childhood trauma, bipolar disorder, and the months of despair that followed his collapse, including stepping away from ministry and leaving the city...

In this Advent episode, we step into Mary’s song - the Magnificat - one of the most profound and disruptive prayers in Scripture. Luke 1:46–56 becomes our guide as we explore why this young woman’s words have shaped centuries of faith, justice, and worship. We discover how the Greek word megaluno (“to magnify”) reframes our understanding of worship, how every line of the Magnificat draws from the...

Christine Caine is a best-selling author, international speaker, justice advocate, and the founder of A21 , one of the world’s leading organizations combatting human trafficking. She’s also the founder of Propel Women , a movement dedicated to empowering and equipping women to live out their purpose. But beyond the platforms and influence, Christine is someone who has walked through deep valleys -...

In this episode, Dominic talks with artist and creative leader Calvin Nowell about what it looks like to walk through grief while holding on to God. Calvin shares about losing his entire family within a year , the impact of church hurt , and the slow process of healing through counseling, community, and worship . They talk about what it means to live honestly with pain, how worship can become a pl...

In this eye-opening episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic Done sits down with Benjamin Nolot, founder and CEO of Exodus Cry , a leading organization dedicated to ending human trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation. Benji is a filmmaker, activist, and advocate whose work has exposed the hidden realities of exploitation through powerful documentaries like *Nefarious: Merch...

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, we continue our season of exploring faith with a special guest—New York Times bestselling author Bob Goff. Bob joins us to discuss his latest book, Catching Whimsy: 365 Days of Possibility , a devotional designed to spark curiosity, joy, and a renewed sense of wonder in everyday life.   Together, we dive into what it means to embrace whimsy as a way of following...

The story of the prodigal son isn’t just one of the most powerful parables in the Bible—it’s one of the most enduring stories in culture, inspiring countless works of art, music, and literature throughout history. But beyond its cultural impact lies a deeply personal truth: it’s a story about grace, forgiveness, and coming home. In this episode, we explore the profound meaning behind Jesus’ parabl...

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The free study guide for * When Faith Fails * is now available! This companion guide is designed to help you go deeper, with chapter-by-chapter insights, engaging questions, and space for personal reflection. Perfect for individual study or group discussions. Download your copy today at pursuingfaith.org/study-guide --- We then dive into a message Dominic gave recently, calle...

In this episode, we look at Acts 8, exploring the powerful story of how the early church responded to opposition. This episode begins by examining the catalyst for revival in Judea and Samaria—persecution that scattered believers but also ignited a movement that would transform entire regions. We unpack Philip's evangelistic efforts in Samaria, where miraculous signs and conversions took plac...

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, we sit down with Dr. Bethany Sollereder, a leading theologian and scholar known for her innovative work at the crossroads of theology and science. We explore her latest book, Why Is There Suffering?: Pick Your Own Theological Expedition , which invites readers to navigate different perspectives on one of life’s most profound questions. Bethany also shares persona...

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Moses, exploring Acts 7:20-34. Moses was a shepherd, yet called by God to deliver his people. We’ll explore how Moses' life exemplifies the "hero’s journey” which has been deeply influential in great works of art, stories and movies. We also reflect on Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, whose lif...

In this episode, we dive into Acts 5:12-16 to uncover the extraordinary events where the apostles performed miraculous healings. We explore how these acts of divine intervention polarized responses, with some people filled with faith and others gripped by fear. We'll discuss the profound questions these stories raise about the nature of healing: Does it still happen today? How does God heal?...

In this episode, we explore Jesus' declaration, "I am the light of the world" made during the Feast of Tabernacles, a significant Jewish festival. Jesus' words challenge the religious leaders and offer a radical vision of spiritual guidance and human flourishing. We'll dive into the rich symbolism of light in biblical theology, the historical context of Jesus' stateme...

In this episode, Dominic talks about the reality and power of miracles. Every one of us longs for a miracle in our lives. It could be the need for a physical, mental, or emotional miracle. Perhaps a breakthrough in a relationship or finances. The Bible is full of miracle stories. But these stories aren’t just superstitious legends; they're hope-filled reminders of what God can do in our life...

Acts 2 records one of the greatest and most important sermons ever preached. God used it to spearhead a revival that turned the world upside down. What’s surprising, however, is not that God used words to initiate a revolution — but who he used to speak it. In this message, Dominic shares how grace retells the story of our failure and makes it something beautiful. As Brennan Manning wrote, "T...

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic explores John 8, and the words Jesus spoke to a woman who was full of shame. He said to her, “neither do I condemn you, go your way and sin no more." When we are in a place of shame, the natural response is to hide our truest self or to push people away. For example, in the book of Genesis, Adam and Eve ate of a tree and realized they were ‘naked and...

In this episode, Dominic has a conversation with Joseph Clair. Joseph serves as the executive dean of the Cultural Enterprise, which encompasses the humanities, theology, and education. He is also dean of the College of Humanities and an associate professor of theology and culture. Before joining the George Fox faculty in 2013, he earned his PhD in the religion, ethics and politics program at Prin...

In John 6, Jesus allowed his disciples to sail into a storm. But why? Why would he allow them to face something that they were terrified of experiencing? In this episode, Dominic shares three ways that God uses storms in our life: To grow our faith, strengthen our hope, and deepen our love. Pursuing Faith Events Calendar Thrive Bible Conference in Granite Bay, CA

In this special Christmas episode, Dominic shares a message from the gospel of John. What’s unique about this gospel is that, unlike the other gospels, John doesn’t give us the facts about Christmas. For example, there is no mention of the manger, the star or the wise men. Instead, he digs past the details and shares what Christmas means — not only theologically, but for our lives personally. Augu...

In this episode, Dominic explores the story of Jesus sudden healing of the man at the pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-15). God is a God of 'suddenly.' This is found 87 times in the Bible.  They wept, 'suddenly' an angel appeared at the tomb... They walked, 'suddenly' He appeared on the Emmaus road... They prayed, 'suddenly' the Spirit came down... Watch. Listen....

 In this episode of Pursuing Faith (first published by the Unbelievable Podcast), Dominic debates British philosopher and atheist, Julian Baggini. Julian is the author of over 20 books, founder of the British Humanist Association, has written articles for the New York times, the Guardian, and the Wall Street Journal, and has given a Ted Talk on philosophy and neuroscience. Dominic and Julian discu...

Have you lost your sense of wonder? Are there things, places, opportunities, or people that, in your stress and distraction, you’ve looked past? Have you failed to see the beauty right in front of you? In the hope of big happiness, are you missing the small joys?  In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic Done takes some time to reflect on the practice of gratitude. In the midst of our busy life,...

In political science, the word “reactionary” is used to describe someone who is content with the status quo. Without a vision of their own, when change comes, they quickly adapt to the new environment. However, a “revolutionary” is someone who creates and calls others into positive change. As you study the life of Jesus, we discover that he was a true revolutionary. As He led his disciples, his li...