Refreshingly Honest Christian

Joey Svendsen joins us on the show! He's a pastor and podcaster who chats regularly with theologians, pastors, artists, and more. We chat about mental health, his background, and what led to his semi-recent departure from Bad Christian.

We also discuss why it's so dang hard having grace for Christians, particularly leaders we put on a pedestal. Plus how going deep into a season of bitterness and cynicism for some is all part of the process. Enjoy.

The comeback kid returns - let the shenanigans commence

What would it be like if Michael Scott was a Youth Pastor? ‘YouthMin: A Mockumentary’ shows us. It follows an overly-enthusiastic Youth Pastor and his troop of church kids... it’s so cringe and everything you want in a movie about a time many of us would like to forget!

It’s also heartfelt, sorta snarky, and simultaneously ridiculous exploring this weird, wacky profession.

Jesus will be praised, teenage hormones will rage, love will be kindled, purity will be taught, and God willing, Pastor D will prove just how awesome he is.

Tune in on this week’s episode of the with Director, Producer & Actor, Jeff Ryan, where we talk all about what went into the making of the film, the heart behind it, his background in the Church and how so many people are feeling seen because of this movie.

We know you'll love it. Enjoy.

Brenna Blain joins us on the show! She shares what it was like growing up in church, what it was like serving in YWAM, her struggles with same-sex attraction and how she got her BA in Theology and Biblical Studies from Multnomah University.

We discuss what led to her podcast 'Can I Say That?', which is all about asking questions we don't normally ask in church.

PLUS why at the end of day it's best for all of us to get to know God ourselves and stop trying to be the Holy Spirit to those we disagree with. We know you'll love it. Enjoy.

David's journey of deconstruction has come to an end, or so it seems... We talk about what led to his deconstruction, why he feels he's shifting into a season of reconstruction, and we get into his experience in pastoral ministry. Plus what to expect going forward. Enjoy.

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?

Award-winning author, pastor, and professor A. J. Swoboda has witnessed many young people wrestle with their core Christian beliefs.

Too often, what begins as a set of critical and important questions turns to resentment and faith abandonment. Unfortunately, the church has largely ignored its task of serving people along their journey of questioning.

The local church must walk alongside those who are deconstructing their faith and show them how to reconstruct it. Drawing on his own experience of deconstruction, Swoboda offers tools to help emerging adults navigate their faith in a hostile landscape.

Doubt is a part of our natural spiritual journey, says Swoboda, and deconstruction is a legitimate space to encounter the living God.

Tiffany Bluhm is the author of Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up. She is a sought after speaker, writer, and podcast co-host of the popular podcast Why Tho.

Today on the show we discuss women’s equality, justice, why we need to believe women and how we can become an ally and protect survivors. We're sure you'll love our conversation! Enjoy.

A new friend joins us on the show. He's a former pastor, turned podcast host and an Enneagram 9. His name is Nate Hanson and we're sure you'll love him!

We discuss what led to his podcast Almost Heretical, like how awkward evangelizing can be, Hell, the complications of being in ministry with celebrity pastors, the idolization of those leaders and how power is seldom shared.

PLUS his difficulties with the Bible and how he no longer views it as a magical source for golden nuggets. Enjoy.

Podcaster, writer and Atheist, Michael Wiseman from The Bible Says What!? podcast joins us on the show. We discuss his upbringing, what led to his transformation from Christian to Atheist and why many of us are put off by the Bible. Enjoy.

Songwriter, author, speaker, and retreat leader, Justin McRoberts joins us on the show. We discuss his latest books Prayer and May It Be So. Also how authenticity in our faith can be a stepping stone to what's next. Enjoy.