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What does “perfect love” really look like? 🤔 We’re unpacking the concept of agape from 2 Peter!

Join us as we chat about ascending in faith, the role of the church, and opportunities to love.

00:00 Hiking the Clouds: Agape
03:33 Churches and Their Callings
09:03 Humility and Knowing God
12:50 The Complexity of God’s Love

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Can you REALLY love your brothers in Christ? 🤔 Joël & Rick get real about expectations, “egocentric love,” & the journey to something deeper.

They dive into the “Hiking the Clouds” book, exploring:

• Why loving fellow Christians can be tough
• The role of self-awareness
• Why you might be a narcissist (lol)
• The importance of community

In this episode: 

00:00 Brotherly Love vs. Agape

03:43 Shattering Illusions for True Love

08:10 Detachment: Loving Without Need

13:07 Community and True Compassion

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What is a "godly" person? Joël and Rick Malm into the complexities of godliness as they continue their journey through the first draft of Joël's book, “Hiking the Clouds.” They explore the balance between rational understanding and embracing the mystery of faith, challenging conventional Western Christian perspectives. In 

This Episode: 

00:00 Welcome Back and Book Updates 

01:00 The Challenge of Self-Control 

02:00 Understanding Godliness 

03:30 Embracing Paradoxes in Faith 

05:00 The Mystery of God 

08:00 The Journey of Letting Go 

10:00 The Second Half of Faith 

12:00 Rattling Theological Cages 

14:00 Navigating Uncertainty in Faith 

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Joël and Rick delve into the concept of endurance in faith, inspired by Joël’s upcoming book, “Hiking the Clouds.” They explore how perseverance through times of God's silence leads to mature faith, discussing personal anecdotes and biblical perspectives on navigating spiritual challenges. 

In This Episode:

00:00 Welcome Back!
01:30 The Journey of Endurance
03:30 Facing Spiritual Abandonment
05:30 The Reality of Suffering
07:30 Trusting God in Darkness
10:00 The Role of Emotional Suffering
12:30 The Illusion of Control

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Join Joël and Rick Malm as they delve into Joël's new book, “Hiking the Clouds,” exploring the concept of self-control as a waypoint on the journey of faith. They discuss the importance of self-awareness as a precursor to self-control, highlighting the need to address root causes rather than merely surface-level behaviors. This insightful conversation uses relatable stories and scriptural insights to illuminate the path towards spiritual maturity.

In This Episode:

00:08 Introduction to Hiking the Clouds

01:40 Understanding Self-Control

03:56 The Hike Analogy

06:00 The Root of Self-Control

09:40 The Role of the Soul

12:12 Navigating Self-Awareness and Self-Improvement

14:00 The Dark Side of Self-Perception

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Joel and Rick Malm delve into Chapter 3 of Joel’s book, “Hiking the Clouds,” exploring the complexities of spiritual growth and the role of knowledge in faith. They discuss how knowledge, while crucial, shouldn’t overshadow love and genuine transformation, highlighting the dangers of pride and self-righteousness that can arise from excessive knowledge. The episode offers practical insights into balancing biblical understanding with a humble heart, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and pursuing a genuine relationship with God.

In This Episode:

00:00 Introduction to Hiking the Clouds
01:19 Understanding Faith
02:09 The Role of Knowledge in Faith
05:01 The Challenge of Biblical Knowledge
07:00 The Dangers of Knowledge Without Love
09:41 The Heart of the Matter

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Joël and Rick continue their discussion of Joël's new book -- Hiking the Clouds --about the stages of faith. Starting with the importance of a strict moral code and obedience as a foundation for all other stages on the journey of awareness. 

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In this brief episode, Joël and Rick talk about the floods that impacted their area. 

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In this episode Joël and Rick delve into the concept of faith as a journey, using the metaphor of mountain climbing. They discuss the stages of faith, highlighting the importance of spiritual awareness and the tension between comfort and growth. Listeners gain actionable insights on navigating the challenges of faith and developing a deeper relationship with God.

In This Episode:

00:00 Welcome Back to Malm Podcast

01:00 Understanding Maturity in Faith

02:30 The Concept of Waypoints

04:20 The Two Halves of Faith

06:40 Redefining Faith

09:00 The Role of Personal Experience

12:00 Tensions in Life’s Questions

16:00 Growth Through Discomfort

19:00 The Journey of Faith

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Joël and Rick discuss Joël’s new book, “Hiking the Clouds: The Seven Waypoints of Mature Faith,” exploring the stages of spiritual growth. They challenge the idea of unwavering certainty in faith, emphasizing the importance of love and unconditional trust in God, even amidst uncertainty and doubt. The conversation delves into the Dunning-Kruger effect and the progressive nature of faith, offering a reflective, rather than prescriptive, approach to spiritual maturity. 

In This Episode: 

00:00 Introduction to the Journey 

01:00 The Quest for Maturity 

02:30 Stages of Spiritual Growth 

04:00 Understanding Faith and Certainty 

08:00 Walking in the Clouds 

10:30 The Nature of Spiritual Growth 

13:00 Reflections on Job and Unconditional Love 

16:00 A Reflective Journey