My Journey Back to God
A podcast exploring personal experiences and reflections on faith, doubt, and grief. Each episode engages with questions that arise when belief is challenged by loss and uncertainty. It offers a space for honest conversation about the difficulties and search for meaning in spiritual life. The show is presented by its creator as a personal journey back to faith.
Episodes
Ep. 24 Free to Be Holy with Dr Matt O'Reilly
What is holiness? How holy can we expect to become in this life? In this episode, I am joined by Dr Matt O'Reilly as we discuss his recent book Free to Be Holy: A Biblical Theology of Sanctification. Dr O'Reilly shares his thoughts on holiness, entire sanctification, and the idea of becoming free to be holy.Theology Project: https://www.theologyproject.online/Theology Project Online Substa
Ep. 23 John Wesley's Doctrine of Sin with Dr Mark Olson
In this episode Dr Mark Olson discusses the chronological development of John Wesley's doctrine of sin as well as the structural organization of Wesley's doctrine of sin in its complete form. Visit Dr Olson's website for more information on John Wesley: https://wesleyscholar.com/
Ep. 22 Faith of a Servant with Dr Mark Olson
In this episode, I am joined by Dr Mark Olson to discuss the faith of a servant and whether the servant is justified. Dr Mark Olsonhttps://wesleyscholar.com/John Wesley's Doctrine of Justification, by Dr Mark Olsonhttps://a.co/d/06Ufhrt8
Ep. 21 Dropping the ? But I Still Have Questions
A new logo has been designed for the Podcast. I am dropping the ? but I still have questions.
Ep. 20 Hyperfundamentalism with Natalie Edmonson
In this episode, I am joined by Natalie Edmonson from Berean Holiness as we discuss hyperfundamentalism. https://bereanholiness.com/
Ep. 19 Catechism with Johnathan Arnold: The Whole Counsel of God
In this episode, I am joined by Johnathan Arnold to discuss his new book The Whole Counsel of God: a Protestant Catechism and Discipleship Handbook. Johnathan is the senior pastor of Redeemer Wesleyan Church, president of Holy Joys, and a global trainer at Shepherd's Global Classroom. About Holy Joys: https://holyjoys.org/about/The Whole Counsel of God: https://catechism.holyjoys.org/product/c
Ep. 18 Sin with Dr Brian Black
In this episode, Dr Brian Black shares his thoughts on sin from a Wesleyan perspective. Dr Black's conception of sin is further detailed in his book Properly Defining Sin. Properly Defining Sin: https://a.co/d/8yss03K
Ep. 17 CHM Dress Standards with Andrew Dahler
In this episode, Andrew Dahler and I discuss the dress standards of the Conservative Holiness Movement.
Ep. 16 Sin: Richard S Taylor and the CHM
In this episode, I discuss the book A Right Conception of Sin by Dr Richard S Taylor and its influence in the Conservative Holiness Movement and, in particular, the InterChurch Holiness Convention.
Ep. 15 The Two Works Movement with David Graf
In this episode, I am joined by David Graf to discuss the two works movement, or the Conservative Holiness Movement (CHM), and the doctrine of entire sanctification as presented by Dr Paul Kaufman in his book From the Classroom to the Heart.From the Classroom to the Heart: https://www.amazon.com/CLASSROOM-HEART-EXAMINATION-DOCTRINE-SANCTIFICATION/dp/0880196343A Right Conception of Sin: https://www
Ep. 14 CHM Identity: Four Main Pillars
In this episode, I discuss the four main pillars of CHM identity as presented by Rodney Loper. The apparent question is whether these pillars are too broad to accurately define the CHM. I consider possible motives Loper may have had in establishing these broad pillars. Rodney Loper: Four Main Pillars of the CHMhttps://www.youtube.com/live/ZKTf2KSZxrg?si=fqp2XpyPEk5OjDM-Brian Black: Holiness Herita
Ep. 13 Development of the CHM with Glen Asbury, Pt 2
In this episode, I am joined again by Glen Asbury for Part 2 of a discussion on the development of the CHM through the lens of Wallace Thornton in his book Radical Righteousness Personal Ethics and the Development of the Holiness Movement. Have feedback or thoughts? Please reach out. myjourneybacktogod@gmail.comLinks to content mentioned in this episode. Radical Righteousness by Wallace Thornton:
Ep. 12 Development of the CHM with Glen Asbury, Pt 1
In this episode, I am joined by Glen Asbury to discuss the development of the CHM through the lens of Wallace Thornton in his book Radical Righteousness Personal Ethics and the Development of the Holiness Movement. Have feedback or thoughts? Please reach out. myjourneybacktogod@gmail.comLinks to content mentioned in this episode. Radical Righteousness by Wallace Thornton: https://www.wesleyanbooks
Short 4 Who Is Being Led By the Spirit?
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Ep. 11 Purpose with Wes and Missy Lum
In this episode, I am joined by Wes and Missy Lum as we discuss purpose. Wes shares his thoughts from a military perspective.
Ep. 10 Journeys of Faith with Wes and Missy Lum
In this episode, I am joined by Wes and Missy Lum as we discuss Pilgrim Camp, the Victory Trio, and our journeys of faith.
Ep. 9 The Father Wound w/ Travis Johnson
In this episode, I am joined by Pastor Travis Johnson to discuss how a father wound influences our sense of safety and security with God. We also discuss how Christian fathers can cultivate a sense of autonomy in their children's own relationship with God.
Ep. 8 Emotions and Faith with Martin Barnard
In this episode, I am joined by Martin Barnard as we discuss emotions and faith. myjourneybacktogod@gmail.com
Ep. 7 How to Engage with Someone Strugging with Doubt w/ Nathan Dahler
In this episode, I am joined by my dear friend Nathan Dahler as we discuss how to engage with someone struggling with doubt. myjourneybacktogod@gmail.com
Ep. 6 Marks of a Cult Pt 2 w/ Beyond the Vow
In this episode, I discuss the marks of a cult as listed by Dr Mark Bird. I am joined by Nick and Janelle Lavender from the podcast Beyond the Vow. Please reach out if you have any thoughts for the podcast: myjourneybacktogod@gmail.comBeyond the Vow: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LNXHg1OkiEKjjVbNZFovE?si=b4bc9a4da4a74078
Ep. 5 Dan Stetler Responds: Is the Trinity Negotiable?
In this episode, I share Dan Stetler's email where he responded to my invitation about the Trinity and Oneness Theology.
Ep. 4 Marks of a Cult Pt 1 w/ Beyond the Vow
In this episode, I discuss the marks of a cult as listed by Dr Mark Bird. I am joined by Nick and Janelle Lavender from the podcast Beyond the Vow. Beyond the Vow: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LNXHg1OkiEKjjVbNZFovE?si=1d5bafecbf494ac0
Short 2 A Call to Dan Stetler
This is a public invitation to chat on this podcast with Dan Stetler.
Ep. 3 Is the CHM a Cult?
In this episode of My Journey Back, I discuss whether the CHM is a cult and how the CHM influenced my spiritual formation.
Short 1 Unexpressed Doubt
We can doubt and still have faith. What matters is if we are alone in our doubt.
Ep. 2 Vulnerability
In this episode, I share my thoughts on vulnerability; how it brings healing and why we resist it. I am the least qualified person to talk about vulnerability, but I wanted share what I am learning about myself and what I hope is true of God. Thank you for listening.
Ep. 1 Why James Plank's Apology Matters
In this episode of "My Journey Back", I discuss why James Plank's apology matters and why it is significant to me personally. Plank's apology is in regard to statements made at UBC where he said anyone who grows up in the CHM and walks away from this heritage should be considered backslidden.
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