What If Project

In this week's episode we talk to my friend William Paul Young, author of The Shack.  We talk about hell, the judgement of God, and the Good News that's for ... everyone.   SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community  Heretic Shop What If Project AfterParty (NEWSLETTER!)  William Paul Young The Shack SERIES SPONSOR: BeADisciple.com SPECIAL MUSIC: Yung Citizen

In this week's episode we talk to my friend (Pastor) Connie Tuttle about how she never had to deconstruct hell because there was never a time in her life when she believed that it existed.   SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community  Heretic Shop Connie Tuttle A Gracious Heresy SPECIAL MUSIC: Before Jane ( APPLE / SPOTIFY )

In this week's episode we sit down with Keith Giles who wrote a book called "Jesus Undefeated" where he pulls apart the doctrine of eternal torture.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Show Notes: Patreon What If Project SWAG What If Project AfterParty (Newsletter!) Jesus Undefeated Jesus Unexpected BK2SQ1 SERIES SPONSER - BeADisciple.com SPECIAL MUSIC - DJ KDOT - Apple Music - Spotify   - Instagram  

In this week's episode my friend Matthew Korpman drops by to talk to us about the historical development of the doctrine of hell and how a belief in it morphs God and Satan into one.   SHOW NOTES: What If Project What If Project AfterParty (NEWSLETTER!)  Patreon What If Project SWAG What If Project Community Saying No To God (Matthew's Book) "Although bumper stickers abound that propose otherwise,...

We're taking a break from our "To Hell With Hell" series to talk to Sarah Bessey about prayer, deconstruction, and the Evolving Faith conference.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community Heretic Shop Sarah Bessey Sarah's Newsletter Evolving Faith Conference SPECIAL MUSIC: YUNG CITIZEN I WISH MUSIC VIDEO APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFY

It's part 3 of our series, "To Hell With Hell" and this week we sit down with my friend Jennifer Mayeaux to talk about the spiritual trauma that many people carry that stems from the doctrine of hell.   SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project After Party Newsletter What If Project STORE Jennifer's Facebook Profile SPECIAL MUSIC - Will Retherford - APPLE MUSIC - SPOTIFY SERI...

It's part 2 of our series, "To Hell With Hell" and today we sit down with my friend Brian McLaren to talk about creating hell on earth and the road to destruction.   -- SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE What If Project Newsletter Brian McLaren Pre-Order Brian's New Book SPONSER - BeADisciple.com SPECIAL MUSIC - DJ KDOT - Apple Music - Spotify   - Instagram

It's week 1 of our brand new series, "To Hell With Hell" and today we sit down with the top NT Theologian in the galaxy, Professor NT Wright.  He talks to us about the importance of background and context when reading the Bible and then applies what he teaches us to the topics of heaven, hell, and the Kingdom of God.  Buckle up! SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community  Heretic Shop NT Wright...

In this week's episode I sit down with my friend Thomas Oord to talk about his latest book, "God Can't: Q&A".  We talk about prayer and miracles and what it looks like to pray to a God who can't.  SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Thomas Oord Northwind Theological Seminary SPECIAL MUSIC: Before Jane ( APPLE / SPOTIFY )

It's the TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the podcast! Come celebrate with me and my friend and mentor, the guy who gave me the courage to start the podcast - BO SANDERS. We reminisce about how we met and I drop a 20 minute outro at the end where I share with you a story I wanted to share in the conversation with Bo, but didn't because I chickened out!  Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community...

In today's episode with sit down with Meg Salter to talk about the practice of mindfulness, the benefits of meditation, and how to get started with your own practice no matter what your daily schedule looks like.   SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Meg Salter Mind Your Life Ten Percent Happier App SPECIAL MUSIC - Will Retherford - APPLE MUSIC - SPOTIFY

This week we sit down with Lacy Borgo who wrote a book about how to talk to children about God and spiritual things.  If you have kids, know kids, or envision one day having kids - this one is a game changer.  Go give it a listen and visit Lacy's website! SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Lacy Borgo / Good Dirt Ministries SPECIAL MUSIC - Wes Tank

In this episode we talk to my friend Neale Donald Walsch about what he learned when he had a conversation with God at the rock bottom of his life.  Are you up for a challenge?  To be majority stretched?  Go hit play!   SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community Heretic Shop Neale Donald Walsch Conversations with God SPECIAL MUSIC: YUNG CITIZEN I WISH MUSIC VIDEO APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFY

In today's episode we sit down with Chrissy Stroop to talk about her book "Empty the Pews" and the harm caused by Evangelicalism.  If you struggle with any form of baggage or wounds that you picked up from the church, this episode is for you.   SHOW NOTES:   Patreon     What If Project Community   What If Project STORE   Chrissy Stroop   Empty the Pews   SPECIAL MUSIC: Before Jane ( APPLE / SPOTIF...

Today we hear from my friend Steve Austin who has an incredibly inspiring story about surviving a suicide attempt and overcoming the weight of shame.  If you need some encouragement to not give up, this is the episode to listen to! SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Steve Austin Catching Your Breath SPECIAL MUSIC - DJ KDOT - Apple Music - Spotify   - Instagram

In today's episode we sit down with Jay Bakker, the son of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker.  He shares a bit about his story and a whole lot about his own faith evolution.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES Patreon What If Project Community  Heretic Shop Jay Bakker Revolution Church SPECIAL MUSIC: Derek Webb - Apple Music - Spotify

Today we sit down with Father James Martin who is a Jesuit Priest in the Catholic Church.  He talks to us about some insights from a couple of his books and shares with us what he thinks Christ would say to us today as we make our way through COVID-19.  It's a refreshing conversation with lots of helpful persecutive shifting ideas.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community Heretic Shop...

It's part 5 of our series for Pride 2020 and today we're sitting down with my friend and co-worker from Apple, December Wells.  December is a passionate advocate for people who are experiencing any kind of oppression and her voice is one that will most certainly leave the world a better place.  This is a good one, friends - enjoy. SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community Heretic Shop SPECIAL...

Today we sit down with my friend Justin Lee to talk about his journey to become a bridge builder between the church and the LGBTQ community.  Pastors - listen up!  This is a good one. SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Justin Lee Justin's YouTube Channel Supportive Community for LGBTQ People LGBTQ Bible Study SPECIAL MUSIC - DJ KDOT - Apple Music - Spotify   - In...

This week we sit down with Amber Cantorna who helps LGBTQ people who grew up in the church overcome their shame, find their courage, and come out to the world around them to live their true and best life.  I learned a lot this week and I'm sure you will too.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Amber Cantorna SPECIAL MUSIC - Wes Tank

This week we sit down with my friend, Jennifer Mayeaux.  Jennifer is a transgender woman who once identified as a male pastor and her story is one of beauty and grace and I can't wait to share it with you.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community What If Project STORE Jennifer's Facebook Profile SPECIAL MUSIC - Will Retherford - APPLE MUSIC - SPOTIFY

It's week 1 of our series for Pride, "The Church Has Been Wrong About LGBTQ People".  And today we sit down with Brandan Robertson to talk about his book, "The Gospel of Inclusion", advice on how to be a better LGBTQ ally, some of the clobber verses, and the emasculation of Jesus on the cross along with the many theological applications that has for LGBTQ people today.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon...

It's part 4 of our series "Books My Friends Wrote" and today we sit down with my college classmate, Mark Karris, to talk about his latest book "Religious Refugees".  If you're wandering out in the wilderness of spirituality wondering who God is, what you believe, and find yourself flooded with questions and doubts ... this book is for YOU.  Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: Patreon What If Project Community Here...

It's week 3 of our series "Books My Friends Wrote" and today we're talking to Karl Forehand about his upcoming book, "The Tea Shop".  The book won't be released for another month or so, but Karl was kind enough to give me an advanced copy and give you a sneak peak.  Enjoy! SHOW NOTES: Patreon   What If Project Community Heretic STORE Karl Forehand / The Desert Sanctuary SPECIAL MUSIC - DJ KDOT - A...

It's part 2 of our series "Books My Friends Wrote" and today we sit down with Josh Roggie to talk about his book, "Shame: An Unconventional Memoir".  Have you ever felt shame?  Carried the shame that someone heaped on your shoulders?  Has it ever kept you awake at night?  Caused you to feel like a failure?  Pick up Josh's book and I pray this conversation blesses you and brings you some peace.  En...