Spirituality Matters with Rev Karla

In this special podcast episode, enjoy a segment of Sundays with Rev Karla exploring the theme of "Honoring What Was" as we approach the holiday season. Rev Karla discusses All Saints Day, All Souls Day, and what it means to dread the holidays because of grief and sorrow and how you can set boundaries for yourself. She discusses how traditional religious practices often discourage genuine expressi...

In our latest Q&A series, Rev Karla answers your questions:   1. "Can you please talk about when people use an event like the wildfires and smoke to claim the scary apocalypse stuff and how do you finally free yourself from that?" 2. "How do you free yourself from the concept of hell?" 3. "In year four of deconstruction and doing much better, is it weird to still desire to be a part of a faith...

In this episode of "Spirituality Matters," Rev Karla addresses the often-unspoken issue of women perpetuating patriarchy and the internalized misogyny that comes with it. Drawing from her personal experiences and observations, she sheds light on how women, at times, unknowingly uphold societal norms that suppress them. From confrontations on social media to real-life interactions, she highlights t...

In this special Part #7 Q&A episode, Rev Karla answers your personal questions:   How do you feel about atheism? Can you talk about forgiveness? I’ve tried AA so many times but they rely so heavily on trusting a higher power. Any advice for someone struggling with the same question?   You can listen to this podcast on all streaming platforms, read the blog version and transcript here , or watc...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the transformative journey of deconstructing and it's role in discovering a more authentic spiritual path. If you've ever questioned your spiritual identity or felt a void without it, this episode is for you. We'll explore the significance of peeling away layers of indoctrination, the challenges of navigating the spiritual wilderness, and the ultimate reward: r...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses finding gratitude in the grief and sadness of walking someone home at the end of life. Inspired by a moving encounter with an elderly woman, we explore how embracing gratitude can bring greater happiness, interconnectedness, and spiritual growth. She'll share these 5 practical ways to cultivate gratitude, while understanding the role grief plays in our lives wh...

In this special podcast episode, Rev Karla answers these questions from her audience:   Question #1: “I have a question for you. Tell me if I am out of line. Do you still believe in God? Jesus? No judgment for me. I am on my own spiritual journey at the moment.” Question #2: “All my life I was taught that homosexuals go to hell. Can you please make a video explaining how you don't go to hell?” Que...

In this new podcast, Rev Karla explores the profound concept of leading with love in every aspect of life. She recently was a guest on Jalon Johnson's podcast, Not Your Ordinary Parts. During their time together, Jalon made this impactful comment, "I just want to lead with love," which is the inspiration for this podcast.   Rev Karla discusses quotes from spiritual leaders who lead with love: Jesu...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the destructive nature of toxic positivity and the impact of focusing on salvation and the afterlife rather than being present and addressing real human challenges. Toxic positivity, denies our genuine human emotions, diminishing the richness of our existence. While optimism is invaluable, true growth often emerges from acknowledging the moments when life isn't...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the five reasons the spiritual but not religious is a sacred path. We are breaking down misconceptions, sharing personal stories, and celebrating the beauty of diverse paths to the sacred. Rev Karla will expand on the five reasons the spiritual but not religious is a sacred and meaningful path by discussing:   1. Spirituality is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor...

In this special episode, Rev Karla answers your personal questions:   If hell isn’t real then Satan and demons wouldn’t be real. If that’s the case, why isn’t the world perfect without temptation? What’s god’s view on being gender fluid? I’ve been struggling feeling me being that way. does it line up with the bible? Why are you still a believer? I’m a happy go lucky atheist and can’t understand de...

In this episode titled "You Are a Life Force to Be Reckoned With," Rev Karla discusses the butterfly effect, chaos theory, and various forms of energy emitted by the human body, both measurable and subtle.   Rev Karla reflects on the interconnectedness of life and encourages listeners to embrace the potential to create positive shifts in their lives through conscious decision-making. She discusses...

We are excited to share this special edition podcast: Sundays with Rev Karla. One of the most commonly asked questions Rev Karla receives is how can I reconnect with Sundays and find community while deconstructing? Each week Rev Karla will share new video teachings inside of her private community on Facebook: Rev Karla's Inner Circle. This community has monthly lives, exclusive content, and Q&...

In Part #4 Q&A episode of the Spirituality Matters Podcast, Rev Karla dives deep into thought-provoking topics and questions shared from our community. Join her as she explores mission trips, personal values, and even the concept of hell. Here's a glimpse of what to expect:   → Questioning the Effectiveness of Mission Trips → The Bastard Child Syndrome → Morality and Religion → Concept of hell...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the big difference a small beach mouse can have on an ecosystem and connects that to these small moments in our spirituality and humanity. Every moment matters and every person matters. You are significant. You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in this week's blog post and watch the uncut version on YouTube .   For a list of full resources for this epi...

In this special episode, Rev Karla answers your questions:   Do you (Rev Karla) believe in Jesus? Why do you seem angry and hurt at the church? Isn't it time to move on? What are your thoughts about how our country got into this mess? Why do so many churches with toxic theology hide behind the modern church theme?   You can read the transcript of this episode HERE and watch the uncut version of th...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the meaning of the quote, “The road to hell is paved with good intentions” and other proverbs that are rooted in patriarchy, fear-based theology, and are used to control people and protect those in power. You can read more from Rev Karla on this in this week's Spirituality Matters .   For a list of full resources for this episode visit us online:  Rev Karla's P...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the malleability of gold, ways gold can be incorporated into rituals, and how gold can be made stronger by adding other metals. Discover the purity and significance of 24K gold, its use in sacred objects and jewelry, and how its resilience mirrors our own journey of growth and strength. Rev Karla ends by reminding us that we are still as precious as gold even a...

In this episode, Rev Karla answers your questions: What is the role of ritual in spirituality? How can someone be spiritual without any beliefs in the supernatural? How can someone integrate their spirituality into their daily? If you would like your question answered on a future episode, email us at spiritualitymatters@revkarla.com . You can watch the uncut version on Rev Karla's YouTube channel....

Trigger Warning: Abortion In this episode, Rev Karla discusses what it means to be pro-life, pro-choice, pro-birth and why we need to have this conversation. It might get a little uncomfortable, but it’s an important conversation to have. You can read more about this from Rev Karla in her blog post HERE .

In this episode, Rev Karla answers your questions:   What is the difference between deconstructing Christianity and completely rejecting it? How does being unchurched affect one's spirituality? Can you be spiritual but not religious and still have a strong moral compass?   You can also watch the uncut version of this episode on Rev Karla's YouTube channel .

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses what it means to release our indoctrinated religious beliefs, as we become more aware at how it has impacted our identity. She shares examples of these indoctrinated beliefs causing conflict in society today and personal stories of deconstructing from these beliefs and how she rediscovered her identity along the way. You can read more about this from Rev Karla...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses spiritual contemplative practices to connect with and heal your inner child. She also talks about the anthem of hope and healing, Dear Me by Nichole Nordeman , and how many of her songs touched Rev Karla deeply and helped her during hard times while deconstructing from Christianity. Be sure to read Rev Karla's YouTube .

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses where we are as a society and being invited to understand and embrace empathy to make choices in our life. What does it mean to be an empath? Rev Karla talks about how we can learn to be more empathic from the tragedies that have occurred throughout humanity, including examples of Pol Pot, Corrie ten Boom, Emmett Till and others. You can read more from Rev Karl...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the long, winding journey of grief and sorrow. There are more than 5 stages, and they are not linear, be gentle with yourself, dear one. Rev Karla talks about the importance of not expecting things in return when we offer to hold space for grief with someone. You can read on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post and watch the uncut version on YouTube .   A...