Pursuing Faith with Dominic Done

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic teaches on the story of the Samaritan woman from John 4. We’re surrounded by a world that fuels our discontent. Alluring advertisements, temptations, distractions, materialism and consumerism all offer the promise of satisfaction, but only leave us more restless than before. In the face of superficiality, Jesus says: “If you drink of these waters you will...

What does it mean to actually "believe" in God? Is it merely an affirmation of faith or something more? In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic explores Jesus conversation with Nicodemus in John 3 through the lens of what true belief looks like. If this ministry has been an encouragement to you, would you consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcasting platform? Also,...

Over the last few months we’ve been going through the Gospel of John, having a look at the history and background, as well as exploring cultural and apologetic questions that this book raises for us today. In this episode we’ll be unpacking the first part of John 3, digging into what Jesus meant when he told Nicodemus ‘you must be born again.’ Dominic Done talks about the Old and New Testament con...

In this episode, Dominic explores John 2:13-25. In this controversial passage, Jesus is seen driving out religious leaders from the temple. This raises a ton of fascinating questions about  the character of Jesus, the nature of organized religion and church, and God’s vision for holiness in our lives. Links mentioned in this episode: YouVersion - 10 Days of Finding God in the Shadow of Doubt YouVe...

In this episode, Dominic shares part 2 of a talk he gave in Portland, Oregon. C.S. Lewis once said that theology is a type of map - that instead of being merely analyzed from a distance - ought to be used in the moment by moment trenches of our humanity. In this message, Dominic shares how the doctrine of the incarnation is more than just a concept, but is a profound reality that has very real imp...

Dominic interviews Justin Brierley about his new book, The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God , and how we may be witnessing a return of belief in our generation. The cultural narrative that has shaped the west for decades is that secularism has replaced Christianity, and that faith will continue to decline. However, recent shifts in culture may indicate that the tides of faith are reemerging. Th...

AW Tozer once wrote: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us. The history of mankind will probably show that no people has ever risen above its religion, and man’s spiritual history will positively demonstrate that no religion has ever been greater than its idea of God." In this episode, Dominic shares a talk he gave in Oregon, unpacking the top...

Dominic Done and Sarah Yardley explore what the Bible says about change and how to navigate it.  Our Website: PursuingFaith.org Mentioned in this episode: SarahYardley.com Creation Fest UK We'd love to hear from you! info@pursuingfaith.org

In this episode, Dominic has a conversation with Kristen Strong. Kristen is the author of When Change Finds You , Girl Meets Change and Back Roads to Belonging . They talk about about how to get through seasons of change, and the role that true friends have in breathing life into our anxious souls. Our Website: PursuingFaith.org Mentioned in this episode: KristenStrong.com We'd love to hear f...

Happy Easter weekend! In this episode, Dominic shares a talk he gave on the story of the resurrection of Lazarus. His tragic death and resurrection, as recounted in John 11, is not only a picture of Jesus death and resurrection — but a story of hope for all of humanity. Because Jesus broke the chains of death, we have the assurance that death does not have the last word. Our Website: PursuingFaith...

Why would anyone want to be a Christian when there is so much hypocrisy in the church? Dominic interviews Mary Jo Sharp, as she shares her journey as one who still holds to a beautiful faith, despite wounding experiences within the Christian community. Our Website: PursuingFaith.org Mentioned in the Episode: Why I Still Believe by Mary Jo Sharp We'd love to hear from you! info@pursuingfaith.o...

In this episode, Dominic has a fascinating conversation with his friend, Evan Wickham. After giving an update about his life and ministry, Evan shares his thoughts on worship and its tenacious power to transform our lives.  Evan Wickham is Lead Pastor of Park Hill Church in San Diego, CA. He is married to Sandy, and has five kids. He enjoys songwriting and creating music – and has released four al...

Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus, the church, and its tradition? Can we question our faith without losing it? In this episode, Dominic chats with award-winning author, pastor, and professor A. J. Swoboda to discuss how to move through seasons of doubt towards the heart of the gospel. Mentioned in the Episode: AJ Swoboda Our We...

In this episode, Dominic tackles the question: Is Jesus God? According to a recent Christianity Today article, 43% of evangelical Americans believe that Jesus was a good moral teacher, but not divine. But what does the Bible say about this? What does it mean when Jesus claimed to be the ‘Word’ of God? And what does it mean in our lives in 2023? Mentioned in the Episode: Christianity Today Article...

In this episode, Dominic and Glenn have a conversation about ministry, pastoring during the pandemic, and how to live pro-actively amidst the demands of life.  Glenn Packiam is lead pastor of Rockharbor in Costa Mesa, California. He earned a Doctorate in Theology and Ministry from Durham University, and is a senior fellow at Barna Group and an adjunct professor at Denver Seminary. Mentioned in the...

In this episode, Dominic interviews Joy Clarkson, author of Aggressively Happy: A Realist's Guide to Believing in the Goodness of Life . Joy Clarkson holds a PhD in theology from the Institute for Theology and the Arts at the University of Saint Andrews. She is an editor at Plough Magazine and the host of the podcast, Speaking with Joy. Mentioned in the Episode: Aggressively Happy: A Realist&...

In this episode, Dominic interviews long-time friends and mentors, Phil and Diane Comer. Phil and Diane are founders of Intentional Parents: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers. They started this ministry to bring hope and practical help to parents who desire to raise children who walk with God and have a flourishing faith. In this episode they discuss how to raise godly children, lessons they’ve l...

In this episode, Dominic interviews Josiah Kennealy. Josiah is a pastor, speaker and founder of the non-profit Young Adults Today. He is also the author of Fulfill Your Purpose in Your Generation.  Josiah and Dominic discuss the future of the church as well as the three greatest needs of the emerging generation. Mentioned in the Episode: www.josiahkennealy.com Article:  Modeling the Future of Reli...

In this episode, Dominic offers some reflection on Philippians 3:20 - "Our citizenship is in heaven." What does that mean for our lives? How is this lived out? How can we navigate this thorny political climate we find ourselves in? Books Mentioned in the Episode: Destroyer of the gods by Larry Hurtado The Triumph of Christianity by Rodney Stark Website: PursuingFaith.org We'd love t...

In this episode, Dominic has a conversation with Sean McDowell. Sean is Associate Professor of Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He is also an author of 15 books, including his most recent: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today's World.   They discuss Sean’s story of doubt and faith, politics, cancel culture and sexuality...

In this episode, Dominic has a chat with Daniel Fusco about his new book “You’re Gonna Make It: Unlocking Resilience When Life is a Mess.” Daniel Fusco is an author, a church planter, and the lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver Washington.  Books Mentioned in the Episode: You’re Gonna Make It: Unlocking Resilience When Life is a Mess by Daniel Fusco Your Longing Has A Name by D...

In this episode, Dominic joins Sally and Clay Clarkson at their home in Colorado to discuss their new book, Giving Your Words: The Lifegiving Power of a Verbal Home for Family Faith Formation. Clay and Sally Clarkson are the founders of Whole Heart Ministries , which began in 1994. Prior to starting Whole Heart, they served in local churches on staff as well as overseas missions. Through their non...

In this episode, Dominic gives an update about the non-profit, Pursuing Faith, and an opportunity to minister to Ukrainian refugees. He then unpacks 2 Peter 1 as a roadmap towards a flourishing life. Peter writes: “Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to go...

In this episode, Dominic gives an update about Pursuing Faith events, and then shares a recent talk he gave in Southern Oregon. Based on Psalm 23, this talk unpacks what David meant when he wrote: “He restores my soul.” How can our soul be restored? What is a soul anyway? And what does the Bible have to say about our soul’s longing? Books Mentioned in the Episode: Your Longing Has A Name by Domini...

From Genesis to Revelation, we see that God's purpose for our soul is flourishing. Unlike our culture's shallow definition of flourishing, God's vision is far deeper and authentic. In this episode, Dominic takes us on a theological journey exploring God's word and God's intention for creation and our lives. Books Mentioned in the Episode: Your Longing Has A Name by Dominic...