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Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church Blog

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by Eric Sentell

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104 episodes

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Saving Faith deconstructs Christianity to reconstruct a faith that works. Eric Sentell, regular contributor to the popular Backyard Church blog, tackles tough theological questions and interviews amazing guests. Past interviews include Kristen Kobes du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne), Beth Allison Barr (The Making of Biblical Womanhood), Jared Byas (Love Matters More) John Williamson (The Deconstructionists Podcast), and many more. Saving Faith was formerly "Metamorphosis: Sharing the Love of Jesus." Contact jamesericsentell@gmail.com with feedback, suggestions, or guest recommendations.

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June 19, 2024

Saving Faith Finale

Saving Faith thanks all the listeners and guests since it launched (under the name Metamorphosis) in March 2020. While future episodes are unlikely, existing episodes will continue to be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Thank you, and God bless. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: <ul> <li>to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; </li> <li>to reconstruct a faith that works; and </li> <li>to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world. </li> </ul> Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "<a href="https://medium.com/backyard-theology">⁠The Backyard Church⁠</a>," and a moderator for the<a href="https://the-backyard-church.mn.co/feed"> ⁠blog's online community⁠</a>. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at<a href="http://www.umctrinity.org/">⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠</a> Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

June 5, 2024

A Gay Methodist Pastor Tells His Story - An Interview with Rev. Keith Turner

What's it like to fear losing your job -- nay, your calling -- because of your sexual orientation? <a href="https://bethelindy.com/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Reverend Keith Turner </a>answers that question, and more, in this episode. Read Keith's powerful essay, "<a href="https://medium.com/@keith.turner_83061/my-church-finally-caught-up-with-me-a-gay-united-methodist-pastor-tells-part-of-his-story-b1c889024fa0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">My Church Finally Caught Up to Me: A Gay United Methodist Pastor Tells (Most of) His Story</a>." Then read Keith's insightful response to "sincerely-helf beliefs," "<a href="https://medium.com/@keith.turner_83061/critique-of-sincere-belief-b75f9d5db65a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Critique of Sincere Belief.</a>" Saving Faith creates space for Christians: <ul> <li>to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; </li> <li>to reconstruct a faith that works; and </li> <li>to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world. </li> </ul> Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "<a href="https://medium.com/backyard-theology">⁠The Backyard Church⁠</a>," and a moderator for the<a href="https://the-backyard-church.mn.co/feed"> ⁠blog's online community⁠</a>. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at<a href="http://www.umctrinity.org/">⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠</a> Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

May 29, 2024

Tom Oord for Real! - An Interview with Dr. Thomas Jay Oord

Last episode, Eric tried to recreate Tom Oord's answers. This episode, listeners get the real deal! Tom graciously agreed to come back for another conversation. We talk about "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-After-Deconstruction-Thomas-Oord/dp/195867026X" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">God After Deconstruction</a>," "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Church-Nazarene-Should-Fully-Affirming/dp/1948609940" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Why the Church of the Nazarene Should Be Fully LGBTQ+ Affirming</a>," and Tom's other faith-transforming, life-changing ideas. Check out <a href="https://thomasjayoord.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">ThomasJayOord.com</a>. Saving Faith creates space for Christians: <ul> <li>to deconstruct harmful beliefs and attitudes; </li> <li>to reconstruct a faith that works; and </li> <li>to explore how they can follow Jesus in today’s world. </li> </ul> Host Eric Sentell interviews guests, offers Christian commentary on events, talks theology, and riffs on following Jesus day-to-day. He is a regular contributor to the popular Medium blog, "<a href="https://medium.com/backyard-theology">⁠The Backyard Church⁠</a>," and a moderator for the<a href="https://the-backyard-church.mn.co/feed"> ⁠blog's online community⁠</a>. Contact Eric at jamesericsentell@gmail.com. Learn more about Eric’s church, Trinity UMC in Piedmont, MO, at<a href="http://www.umctrinity.org/">⁠ www.umctrinity.org⁠</a> Podcast Author: Eric Sentell and Trinity United Methodist Church, Piedmont, MO

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What is Saving Faith with Eric Sentell of the Backyard Church Blog?: Saving Faith deconstructs Christianity to reconstruct a faith that works. Eric Sentell, regular contributor to the popular Backyard Church blog, tackles tough theological questions and interviews amazing guests. Past interviews include Kristen Kobes du Mez (Jesus and John Wayne), Beth Allison Barr (The Making of Biblical Womanhood), Jared Byas (Love Matters More) John Williamson (The Deconstructionists Podcast), and many more.

Saving Faith was formerly "Metamorphosis: Sharing the Love of Jesus." Contact jamesericsentell@gmail.com with feedback, suggestions, or guest recommendations.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates bi-weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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