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God Beyond The Bible
This week we come to the table and present our own ideas for what a meeting of seekers would look like -- and what it wouldn't.
How do we find other seekers? How do we gather without becoming a church? How do we respect everyone's beliefs equally?
Why do we struggle to let things go? How can we start moving forward from those things that have a hold on us?
Why do we hold on to things for so long? Why do those embarrassing moments from our childhood haunt us throughout our lives? Can we let it go?
This Episode is a bit different, instead of our usual conversational style, we take a few moments to listen to a moment of spiritual enlightenment that Alan experienced recently.
What is Peace? Do you have it? Do you know someone who does? Does your peace change with circumstances? How can we have MORE peace?
Is there a cut and dried plan for prayer? Is there a way to guarantee your prayers are answered? Do you ever feel like giving up on the idea of prayer completely?
What is prayer to you? What is prayer after deconstruction? How do we move forward with effective prayer?
What is victim mentality? Do you suffer from it? Does someone in your life? Can victim mentality be overcome? What causes it?
Why do we suffer emotionally? Can we stop the suffering? Can we truly help others who are suffering? What begins this cycle and how do we stop it?
What are parables? What are we supposed to glean from them? Why did Jesus use parables so often?
Do we evolve spiritually? Is the modern church encouraging us to grow spiritually? What happens when your spiritual growth leads you beyond the confines of the church doctrine?
Should we hold the words of Paul in the same esteem as those of Christ? Should the words of Jesus mean more than the words of those who are telling us what Jesus said, and why he said it?
Why do we automatically believe the ancients had it all figured out? That they were closer to God? Why do we automatically presume the future is bad? That it's the end of it all? If God is always the same, isn't he communicating with us just as was them? Won't he be communicating with our descendants just as he did us and our ancestors?
What is a mystic? Why are mystics villainized? Was Jesus a mystic? Are we mystics? Are you...?
What will life look like after Covid-19? Will our "normal" return? Are we truly facing a "new" normal? What might a "new" normal look like? Does "new" have to be synonymous with "bad"?
How often do we say "I believe..?" | Do we realize what we are saying when we make that statement? | Is it okay to change our beliefs?
What is time? Why do we measure it? Could society as we know it exist without accurate time measurement? How accurate is our time measurement?
Why do we feel so competitive? Do we really compete in everything we do? Is that level of competition healthy?
Does Christmas come with positive or negative emotions for you? What could change the way you look at Christmas? Are we mindful of the way we treat those having a hard time during this season?
What are some dangerous and harmful doctrines that the modern church endorses? "Us Against Them" Mentality? Male Authoritarianism? Guilt and Shame?
What are some of the most dangerous Doctrines that the modern organized Church teaches? Why are these teachings clung to despite their being toxic to individuals and people as a whole? What can we do to move forward from them?
What are the hardest parts of leaving organized religion? Does it get easier? How do you know if it's time to move on?
What does it look like to take control of your spirituality? What does it change? Is it worth it?
Who or what do we have faith in? What is faith? How do we have faith? Can faith be learned?
Are we mentally exhausting ourselves with a never ending feed of news that we can do nothing to change? What can we do to change our need of media? Do we have an addiction to "Being in the Know"?
In this last look at the book of Job we will summarize what we have learned and what we believe the intentions were for this unique book in the bible.
It's time to look at the dialogue of the book of Job. His friends are going to speak, and Job is going to listen. We are probably going to glaze over reading. Thankfully, for the sake of time we won't read each dialogue word for word. But we will highlight the points each person makes concerning Job's trials and tribulations.
What was Job's Dilemma? Did Job believe that religion would protect him from anything bad? Do we ever follow the same line of thought? If something bad happens, do we believe that we deserve it?
What is the storyline of the book of Job? What is happening in the book that we should be aware of before we move farther into it?
Let's take a look at the book of Job, starting with the very basics. Throughout this series we will look at the book of Job, hopefully, in a new light. So let's Say, Hello, Job... And Get Started.
We need a paradigm shift. A fundamental change of belief systems to move forward with spirituality. How can we move forward in our spiritual walk if we are chained to the ideas that organized religion have implanted in us?
Does a loving God truly condone killing for any reason? Does he truly request we commit genocide? How does this idea of God fit with our personal view of God? Could we be mistaken?
Are we born the enemy of God? Did a mistake 5,000 years ago doom every person born in the future?
Have politics become a religion within themselves? Is there a way forward from the division between us that political views have caused? What do American politics look like from other countries looking in?
Let's look back at another Episode. IS hell eternal torment? Do we still believe what we believed then? How have our beliefs changed?
In this episode we revisit the idea, Are We Alone in the Universe? Is there other life out there? Will we ever meet beings from another world? How would it change our lives to prove we aren't the only intelligent life out there?
Were Adam and Eve alone on the earth? Were there others? Were they truly the first creation of God? In this episode we take a look back at one of our early episodes and discuss the changes in our beliefs and understanding since that recording.
In this Episode we look back on the concept of reincarnation, and the development and changes in our belief system over the last few years since we first discussed the topic.
Today we take a look back at Episode 6, the Conflict between Paul & James in the Bible. What difference does it make? What effect does it have on us? How has it changed Christianity since?
In this Episode we take a look back at the Lost & Forbidden books in our Bible, Where our Bible came from, And why it matters.
We continue our look back at some of our earliest episode, with this look back at Episode 2: Angels, God's Messengers on Earth.
In today's episode we take a look back at the episode that started it all, and we discuss the evolution of our belief system over the past several years.
In this episode we take a look back at our very first episode, "The Bible is not the Sum of God"
In this last installment on fear, we ask, What is healthy fear? How do we overcome unhealthy fear? What steps can we take to make our future a calmer one, with less fear? What is the root all of this fear around us?
We have established that fear is detrimental to our health. But can we do anything about it? Can we change the way we perceive fear? Can we limit how much we take in? How do we move forward once we know that fear is hurting us?
What is fear? How does it effect us? How do we learn to deal with it? Can we remove fear from our lives?
In this episode about meditation, we discuss ways that we can learn to improve our meditation skills, and the possible benefits of learning to meditate. We also look at some of the stigmas attached to meditation.
What are the benefits of meditation to our mental health? Why do we avoid the quiet so often? What if I can't meditate? Why is meditating SO HARD?
What is meditation? Why is it important? Why do so many fear meditation? Let's take a look into what meditation is, and what it is NOT.
In our final installment in our series on Near Death Experiences we discuss the final common stages, including the life review, and being sent home. We discuss why we think these experiences are never negative, and what they might mean about the afterlife.
We're looking at the different stages that are common to most near death experiences. Today we are taking a look at The Life Review. What happens when we look back over our own lives?
Do we cross over alone? Do we have guides? In this episode we take a look at the third most common step in a Near Death Experience: Light at the end of the tunnel.
What are the commonalities between almost all near death experiences? Today we are going to begin a deep-dive into the common things experienced by people having a there-and-back scenario.
What is a near death experience? Is that even the proper term for the phenomena? What do these experiences have in common? Is there something to it?
What can we learn about ourselves through energy, Frequency, and vibration? How can it really change us? What can be learned about the world around us - and the creator of it all through these simple experiences?
What happens when we begin to tune ourselves in to the frequencies and vibrations in the world around us? Can they overwhelm us? Can they change us?
Our bodies put off energy, frequencies, and vibrations. What difference would it make to us if we could read and feel these frequencies? Can we change the effect they have on us?
Do we put off and pick up energy, frequencies, and vibration from the things around us? Do they have an effect on our lives? Can we change or alter the frequency or vibration of ourselves or others?
Who is really in control in our lives? Is it our brain who does the cognitive thinking? Our Ego who tells us what we are? Our spirit that discerns the right and wrong?
The question is as old as mankind. Who am I, really? We continue our deep dive into discovering our I am in this episode.
What is our "I am"? Does everyone have one? How do I discover my I am? Why should I try?
What are our four main appetites? What effect do they have on us? How could keeping them in balance change our day to day life?
What are emotional investments? Do we all make them? Can we control what we invest in emotionally? What changes would it make in our life if we were more conscious and in control of our emotional investments?
In this episode we re-visit exiting the organized church, and discuss our own feelings and experiences with exiting organized religion.
What is the difference between religion and spirituality? How does one know if they are religious or spiritual? Is there an inherent problem with either? Can you be both?
We all put ourselves into a bubble to some degree. What creates these bubbles? How do we step outside them? Is a bubble healthy?
What is the Holy Spirit? How did the coming of the Holy Spirit change our relationship with God? What does the Holy Spirit do?
What is the difference between the translation of the biblical text and the interpretation of it? Are there similarities between the two?
Christ said a house divided against itself cannot stand. Why are Americans so divided? Can we find our way through the division and unify with our neighbor again?
What is Divine Council? Why does God want council before making decisions? Do we have proof that divine council exists?
Did God tempt man by placing the tree of knowledge of Good & Evil in the midst of the garden? Did God intend for man to sin? Why did he put the tree there?
Why are we so afraid to say mental ILLNESS? Why is there a stigma attached to something so common? How do we end the discomfort with discussing mental illnesses?
What is heaven really like? Where do our ideas and concepts of heaven come from? Are there really pearly gates? Streets of gold? What do we really KNOW about our after life destination?
Is it possible to teach our children to seek? What tools can we equip them with to better their journey? How do we go about raising seekers?
What is unconditional love? Do we practice it? Can we master it? What examples can we see of unconditional love?
What is an Aura? What effects do Auras have on our daily lives? Do we project an aura that others can interact with?
The law of attraction says that we bring into our lives whatever we focus on. Is it possible to change our thoughts -- and change our lives?
You reap what you sow. What goes around comes around. The energy you put into the world comes back to you. Do unto others what you would have them do unto you. Karma. By any name, the concept is the same. Karma is found in every religious belief, but can it really change our lives?
Where is the Church headed? Church participation has been steadily dropping, yet the same amount of people still claim faith in God. Are we at the cusp of a new reformation?
Are you going through, or have you gone through a spiritual awakening? What are some signs that a Spiritual Awakening has begun? How should it be handled?
If we are in fact in the Kingdom Age as preterism suggests, Is God Still Speaking to us? How does He communicate with his creation?
We have previously discussed the history of the Bible itself, how it was arranged, and re-arranged, before becoming the book that we all recognize. In this Episode we take a look at the winding and sometimes violent road that brought us an English translation of the Bible.
Do you think the world will come to an end? How might it happen? Through fire? Meteor? Pandemic? An Ice Age? Or will the earth continue on forever?
What if we could de-mystify the book of Revelation, simply by using the key that was already given to us?
What if the key to the mysterious book of Revelation has been hiding in plain sight all along? What if the mystical apocalyptic prophecy --- has already come to pass, some 2,000 years ago?
In this Episode we look at the book of Revelation and how the mistranslation of one word changes the entire prophecy, and unlocks the mysteries of the book.
In this Episode we dive a little deeper into how the mistranslation of only two words has completely changed the way we view the New Testament Prophecy. We also look at The book of Revelation.
Continuing on the foundation laid in Episode 66, We discuss the end of age prophecies that Jesus made, and lay a further foundation to look a the book of Revelation in the light of the destruction of Jerusalem.
Did Jesus prophesy about the end of the world.. Or did the mistranslation of a single Biblical word lead us to a misunderstanding of the future of the world?
What is conscious existence? What is consciousness? Can one be alive without consciousness? Can one even exist without consciousness?
What would a completely virtual church look like? Will Virtual Churches become normal as time progresses? Did the Covid-19 Pandemic accelerate the creation and adaptation of Virtual Church and Worship?
Will our lives be different after the Covid-19 Pandemic? What will change? What has already changed? Are there any positives that will come out of this?
What is Salvation? Where does the teaching of salvation originate from? Is salvation necessary?
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In Episode 58 we discussed the silent period between Malachi & Matthew. In this episode we discuss this new period AFTER the writing of the book of Revelation. What should we call it? Is it in fact a NEW silent period?
Why does the Bible fall silent between Malachi and Matthew? Did nothing happen during that period of time? How many years elapsed between the two?
Have politics become a religious movement? Is it possible for one to become so involved in a Political Movement that it does become a religion in it's own right?
A Continuation of Last weeks episode, we try to add some practical ways one can start their exit from the Organized Church without compromising their relationship with the Creator.
Are you considering stepping away from the organized church? What are some questions to ask? What are some reasons to step away?
What is the trinity doctrine? Why is it widely taught? Is there biblical basis for it? Where did it begin? Did Jesus speak of it?
The world can easily be divided by those who believe in spirits, and those who are -- skeptical of their existence.
What is to be made of the evidence and experiences of those who say they have encountered something from - beyond - this world?
Every year most of us take inventory of ourselves, and resolve to improve on certain areas in the new year. What are some healthy ways to go about this process?
Let's have some fun in this episode! Where did our holiday traditions begin? What's the story behind them? We seek out answers to the origin of many of our favorite Christmas traditions - and have a lot of fun along the way.
Does the Bible tell us to celebrate Christmas? Where did the tradition come from? What did Christmas look like in it's first celebrations?
Can you live a life without stress? What makes you stress? What is it about the holidays that seems to compound our stress?
It's so easy to overlook, but it's there. Page after page we see the humanity that is played out in the Bible. But we often overlook it. When we overlook the humanity, we often truly miss the divine.
Is forgiving instantaneous? How do we forgive? Does forgiving mean salvaging the relationship? Do you have to allow someone back into your life to forgive them?
Do you have to be a Christian to have integrity, ethics, and good morals? Can you be a Christian without morals? Can you be a non-Christian with morals? We discuss this and more in this episode of God Beyond The Bible.
Why are we so afraid to talk about death? What causes the fear? Is death really a big business? Where do our traditions of death come from?
Why do we fear? Is fear healthy? When does it become unhealthy? Why is fear such a big deal in our lives? Can we overcome fear? We Explore these questions and more in this episode of God Beyond The Bible.
Where did halloween originate? Where did the traditions begin? Why did they begin? Is halloween a night of fun or of evil and darkness? We discuss this and more in this episode of God Beyond the Bible.
Why do we eat Bacon and Eggs for breakfast? Why do we say Amen? Where do these traditions come from? How important is tradition in our lives?
In this episode we take a peak into the preterist view of the Bible. What is preterism? How common is the belief? We explore this and more in this episode of GBTB Podcast.
We have all had one. They seem to let down a life-line for us just when we need it. They give us a job we don't quite have the experience for. A Bank loan when we don't quite have the collateral. They believe in us, they love us, and they give us hope. Who are the Rope Holders?
What is a Toxic Person? Do you know any? How are we supposed to reflect Christ when dealing with these people? How are we supposed to deal with them at all?
In the conclusion of this 3 part episode, we discuss the book of Galatians, the reason it was written, as well as why it is so important that we have it today. What would the Bible look like without Galatians? What would Christianity look like?
Paul discovers his teachings are being corrupted. Who is to blame? The conflict between Paul and the Jerusalem Believers continues in Episode 37 of GBTB.
We will begin to dig deeper into the topic of Episode 6: "Conflict of Doctrine in the Early Church" and discuss more in depth the repercussions of this conflict which is as old as the Church itself.
What is Baptism? Where did it start? How should it be done? What information do we really have about the origin of this Christian tradition? Do other religions baptize? We discuss these questions and more in this episode of God Beyond The Bible.
What is the Ego? Why do so many traditions train people to conquer the ego? How big of a roll does ego play in our lives anyway? Did Jesus talk about the ego?
Why is the world so filled with hypocrisy? What do we ourselves contribute to that? Is it possible to never be a hypocrite?
Did God Create the Devil? Where did we get the idea that He did? What does the Bible have to say? What history do we have about the teachings on, and understanding of this being we call... The Devil?
Elohim, the plural form of the word El, meaning God. Throughout the old testament it is translated as the singular God, despite being the plural word GODS. Was it accidental? Intentional? How would it change our view of everything if the Bible said Gods?
In our follow up episode to Conspiracy Theories, we discuss 3 popular conspiracy theories. Is there a secret group that controls the world? Was JFK's assassination a cover-up? Was the moon landing a hoax?
What are conspiracy theories? Are you a Conspiracy Theory Believer? Are We? What forces Drive the infatuation we have with conspiracy theories? What are the most popular conspiracy theories?
Finally, The Be-All-End-All All-In-One Guide to Prayer! No, not really. Not even close. But we do discuss Prayer in this episode. What is Prayer? How, When, and Where should we pray? What about Jesus and Prayer?
Perhaps there has never been an issue that has been more controversial than the use of Alcohol. Did Jesus truly drink wine, or was it just grape juice? Should modern day believers drink or should they avoid alcohol at all costs? We discuss this and more in this episode of God Beyond The Bible.
In this Episode, we take some time to explain who we are and where we are from, and a little bit about our journey to this podcast. We also take some time to explain how we make the podcast. We hope you enjoy this behind the scenes peek!
Does everyone lie? Is it possible to go through life without telling a lie? Is lying really evil, or is it a tool?
Our body was built to heal itself, both internally and externally. In this episode we discuss this natural ability, the purpose of medicine to assist this natural process, and the biblical role of medicine.
We hear the word every day, often as an accusation toward one group or another. But let's take a clear look at the sin issue once and for all.
Husbands, Wives, Marriage, Weddings. Where did it all begin? What are some cultural differences in Marriages and Weddings? How has it evolved through the ages?
Do we recognize the power that our words have in every day life? Do we sometimes down play the way our words impact those around us? In this episode we approach the subject of "The Power of Speech"
What is Predestination? What does the Bible say about predestination? Who was John Calvin?
Is the gift of prophecy still relevant today? Do people still have the gift of prophecy? Does the label we give someone with the gift of prophecy change the gift?
Join us as we re-establish our goals, and our mission with the podcast God Beyond The Bible. In this Episode we re-state our beliefs on the Bible, on Jesus, and on the Organized Church.
The New Covenant of Grace has been life changing for all of us here at God Beyond the Bible. In this episode we take a look at what Grace really is and why it is so life changing for people today.
Is it a "one size fits all" hell, that no matter the circumstances, if you did not believe, you will be suffering the same punishment as the Adolf Hitlers of history? Where do we get our idea of hell? What does the Bible say about it?
Are we born with an immortal soul? Where does this concept come from? What biblical evidence is there to support it? Explore this and more with us in Episode 15 of GBTB Podcast!
What is fueling the division and intolerance we are witnessing in society? What role does the media play? Can we find biblical justification for division or intolerance? Explore this and more in Episode 14 of God Beyond the Bible.
Is there life on other planets? Was this universe created exclusively for humans? Is there proof of the existence of life on other planets, if not, will there ever be?
How Big is the Emphasis on Money and Finance? Has this Emphasis Damaged the Reputation of the Organized Church today? At What Point do we Cross the Line between the need to fund the local organization and the perception of just plain Greed?
In Part II of the Decline of the modern church, we will ask the questions: In what direction is the organized church headed? What are mega -churches and where did they begin? Is Internet Church the Future?
Is there a decline in attendance and support of the modern organized church? What are potential causes? What are potential solutions?
When Adam and Eve were created in the Garden of Eden.. Were they alone on the earth? Were the Man & Woman created in Genesis a separate creation from Adam and Eve?
How long has the concept of reincarnation been around? Does the Bible say anything about reincarnation? Is there any compelling evidence for it?
An exploration of the topic of Near Death Experiences. What are they? Are they credible? How common are they?
The Conflict of Doctrine in the Early New Testament Church that still goes on today. Grace vs. Works, Paul vs. James.
In episode 5 we take a look at the history of the Bible. Where did it come from? Who compiled it? Who edited it into what we call the Bible today?
Books which were quoted from and referred to in our Bible today -- But are not in our Bible.