Stopping to Think: Recent Episodes
Will Dole
In this episode I'm joined by Barnabas Piper, cohost of The Happy Rant podcast and coauthor of The Happy Rant book. He's also the author of Hoping for Happiness, The Pastor's Kid, The Curious Christian, and Help My Unbelief.
We talk about the role of humor in Christian life, authors who helped him develop a sense of humor, reading the Bible, and why everyone should read Fredrik Backman. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.
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What does it look like to invest in young people?
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Why should a youth pastor care about theological education?
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Why would anyone root for the Cornhuskers?
Hear answers to these and other questions in this week's podcast, a conversation with Pastor Derek Plegge.
Link to the Plegge's Pages Podcast
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In this episode of the podcast I interview award-winning writer and author, Ted Kluck. Ted was a joy to speak with, and he even slipped into host mode a few times and asked me questions - some of which flat stumped me. This conversation covers John Wayne, Mark Driscoll, David Foster Wallace, Friday Night Lights, and what books Ted wishes more people would buy (links to those below). You don't want to miss it.
The Outstanding Life of an Awkward Theatre Kid
The Extraordinary Life of a Mediocre Doc
The Happy Rant
In this brief episode, I discuss upcoming changes in the podcast:
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moving to a more intentional interview format
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moving to an every other week format
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hopefully progressing in my ability, and therefore becoming more interesting and helpful to you!
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In this somewhat rollicking conversation with Pastor Mike Moffitt, we talk about all sorts of things - including what the church would look like if we were all the same.
Check out Mike's podcast, "Bible Jazz," which is a ministry of the church where he serves.
Theme music by HoliznaCC0, "Bohemian Groove." In the public domain.
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Today's guest on the show is Ioannis Gratsinopoulos, a church and business consultant with Grats LLC. We have a discussion that focuses laregly on how to measure success in the church, the importance of vision, and the centrality of Word and Prayer ministry for healthy churches. Check out the free resources on Ioannis's website! https://www.gratsllc.com/freetraining
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On this episode of the podcast I interview Douglas Brouwer, who was a pastor in the PC (USA) for over 40 years. We discuss some of the themes from his book Chasing after Wind. Reading the book, it was clear that Doug and I are coming from very different theological perspectives. But I really appreciated this conversation, and hope you enjoy it as well.
Mentioned in the Episode:
The Contemplative Pastor by Eugene Peterson
Telling Secrets by Frederich Buechner
Doug's Substack Feed
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In this episode of the podcast I talk with Cam Steele, host of the Faith n' Fishin' podcast
Link to Cam's website/store/and sponsors: https://linktr.ee/faithnfishn
20% off code for Stopping to Think listeners: sttpod
Also mentioned in this episode:
Pastor Theologian Podcast
Paddle & Fin Podcast
Mere Christianity
Christian Outdoors
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How can you build your marriage in a way that honors God?
That's the theme of my discussion with pastor, author, and conference speaker Scott LaPierre, author of the book, "Your Marriage God's Way."
Find out more about Scott (and download a free book) at his website, https://www.scottlapierre.org/
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Luke 5:33ff
-Why should Christians enjoy God?
-How can we pursue that enjoyment?
-What's the difference between old school outdoor writing and what sells today?
-Who's your favorite outdoor writer?
Christian Outdoors Website
Pete's Books and Merch
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Happy birthday, America!
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Who was Proffesor John Whitcomb, ThD? Find out in this interview, Dr. David Whitcomb, author of the new book, A Good and Faithful Servant,out now from Master Books.
Listen to hear about:
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two generations, both of which served in WWII
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the origin of the modern Creationist movement
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and much more
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In this episode I talk with Dr. Jim Ambuske from the Washington Library to talk about Thomas Jefferson's disappointment with George III, colonial American views of the monarchy, and how those patterns of thinking have influenced the American Republic from the late 18th century on into the present.
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In this episode I interview Paul Granger, host of the "Where did you see God?" podcast. - How did you come to know Jesus? - How were you called to ministry?
- What does community based ministry look like?
And much more!
Here's a link to a relaevant aritcle in Christianity Today
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What are you looking for out of life? Why are you constantly checking your phone?
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How can you tell if the Holy Spirit is hanging out in a church?
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Is authority evil? Bad but neccesary?
Or can it be good?
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In 2 Samuel 1, we read David's lament for Saul and Jonathan - why would he mourn over the death of his enemy? And what is up with his profuse words of love regarding Jonathan?
Are limits a curse? We often live and think as if they are
You can view the blog version of this podacast here