Best Rachel Held Evans Podcasts (2025)

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#159 – Paul Made Christianity 1:04:27

5d ago1:04:27

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Bonus ep 1 - https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-what-is-123011688 Bonus ep 2 - https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-did-paul-125106095 Why does Paul’s voice dominate the New Testament? How did his letters become so central to Christian theology, and what happens when we begin to question that authority? Are all the Pauline epistles actually written…

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Bonus: Did Paul Get the Gospel Wrong? 11:37

12d ago11:37

11:37

This is a preview of one of our bonus episodes. To get the full bonus episode (43 minutes long), click here. Did Paul’s vision of Jesus redefine faith, or did James’ focus on works hold the truth? In this bonus episode, we tackle your burning questions about faith vs. works, Paul’s outsized role in Christianity, and what might have been if the Jesu…

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#158 – Why Paul's Churches Won Early Christianity 49:40

19d ago49:40

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What if Paul’s vision of Christ reshaped Christianity in ways Jesus’ own brother, James, never intended? In this episode, we explore the intense clash between Paul’s Christ movement and the Jesus movement, led by James in Jerusalem, as they battled over the faith’s direction. Paul’s independent gospel, born from a divine encounter, drove him to spr…

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#157 – James vs. Paul: The Battle in Early Christianity History 49:44

1M ago49:44

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(Part 1 here) Who should guide your faith—James, Jesus’ brother, or Paul, the visionary apostle? We dive into early Christianity history to explore a battle of beliefs. James rooted his leadership in the Jewish roots of Christianity, blending faith with works. Paul preached faith alone, shaping a global faith. We uncover their clash—faith and works…

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#156 – Paul vs Jesus 46:20

2M ago46:20

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Paul contradicts Jesus, with the Apostles’ Creed skipping Jesus’ life... mirroring Paul’s letters that ignore his teachings and miracles. They share personal struggles with Paul’s towering influence on Christian theology and leadership, kicking off a must-hear series on Christianity’s origins. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email contact@almo…

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#155 – Sodom and Gomorrah, The Binding of Isaac, and Lot’s Wife 49:07

2M ago49:07

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Sodom and Gomorrah is one of the Bible’s most infamous stories, but was its destruction really about homosexuality? What does the Bible actually say about the sin of Sodom? And why did Abraham nearly sacrifice Isaac—was child sacrifice common in his time? Plus, what’s the real meaning behind Lot’s wife turning into a pillar of salt? We unpack these…

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#154 – Dr. Andrew Perrin: Unlocking the Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

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Listen to the after show with Dr. Perrin In this engaging conversation, Dr. Andrew Perrin, an expert on the Dead Sea Scrolls, discusses the significance of these ancient texts and their impact on our understanding of the Bible. The dialogue explores the human element behind the texts, the intersection of faith and academia, and the importance of cr…

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#153 – Abraham: Who the Heck is Melchizedek? 42:38

3M ago42:38

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Listen to the Full Episode! Abraham’s story is packed with unexpected twists, but two figures often get overlooked—Melchizedek and Hagar. Who was Melchizedek, and why did New Testament authors care so much about him? What do the Dead Sea Scrolls reveal about his strange biblical role? And why does Hagar, an Egyptian slave woman, end up being the on…

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#152 – Tony Jones: Hunting for Spirituality (Pt 1) 37:05

5M ago37:05

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➡︎ Listen to the after show Tony Jones opens up about his journey from the pulpit to the wilderness, sharing how personal struggles led him to rediscover spirituality in nature. He challenges the ethics of modern meat consumption, advocates for mindful hunting, and critiques the church’s failure to support struggling pastors. Thoughts, questions, s…

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Marianne Williamson (Full Episode) 1:14:05

5M ago1:14:05

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Listen to the after show Marianne Williamson joins us to discuss the transformative power of love, her unique spiritual insights, and her take on political division in America. From her groundbreaking ideas in A Course in Miracles to being kept off the debate stage by the DNC, Marianne offers a thought-provoking conversation on faith, unity, and th…

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#151 – Marianne Williamson: Choosing Love Over Political Division (Pt 2) 40:10

5M ago40:10

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Listen to the after show Marianne Williamson opens up about her experiences running for president in 2020 and 2024, including how the DNC and media outlets like CNN silenced alternative voices, blocking fair competition for candidates like herself and RFK Jr. We also explore her perspective on choosing love over division in an era of political pola…

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Liz Charlotte Grant (Full Episode) 1:03:33

5M ago1:03:33

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Listen to the after show for our conversation with Liz Charlotte Grant as we explore deep questions around faith, gender, and scripture. Liz challenges traditional views, examining God beyond a masculine lens and delving into the complexities of divine inspiration. Together, we discuss the struggles of women in ministry, the tension between traditi…

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#150 – Marianne Williamson: Jesus as Our Guide (Pt 1) 42:14

5M ago42:14

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Listen to the after show: Is Jesus Just One Way? Part 1 of 2: Marianne Williamson joins us to discuss her journey with A Course in Miracles and why its teachings are so relevant today. We dive into her reimagined view of Jesus, the meaning of salvation, and the role of love in shifting our mindsets. Marianne also challenges traditional views on hea…

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#149 – The Election (Against Neo-Fundamentalism) 38:18

5M ago38:18

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In light of the 2024 presidential election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, we delve into the idea of “neo-fundamentalism”—the tendency to replace one rigid ideology with another after deconstruction. Join us as we explore how to hold space for complex, evolving beliefs and embrace wisdom and open dialogue over dogma. Thoughts, questions, st…

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#148 – Is God male? (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 2) 34:56

6M ago34:56

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Listen to the aftershow Part 2 of 2: Liz Charlotte Grant returns to delve even deeper into faith and scripture, questioning the Bible’s patriarchal interpretations and exploring whether divine inspiration is real. Join us as we discuss how gender influences our view of God, the tension between tradition and spiritual independence, and what it truly…

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#147 – God as a Mother (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 1) 37:09

6M ago37:09

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Listen to the aftershow Part 1 of 2: Liz Charlotte Grant joins us to challenge traditional views of faith, gender, and scripture. Together, we explore how God is portrayed beyond the masculine lens and dive into the transformative power of therapy, the struggles of women in ministry, and reimagining spiritual autonomy. Visit her work at lizcharlott…

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#146 – Dana Hicks: Trading Conservative Dogma for Liberal Dogma 1:06:03

6M ago1:06:03

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Listen to the aftershow where we talk about kids, iPads, and spirituality Dana Hicks discusses the journey from conservative pastor to deconstructing faith and redefining spirituality. We delve into how deconstruction can lead to trading conservative dogma for liberal dogma, the role of psychedelics in spiritual experiences, and the importance of a…

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#145 – Garrick Allen: Revelation Isn’t What You Think 56:36

7M ago56:36

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Listen to our after show where we talk about Garrick's thoughts on Pastors, Revelation and Hell Dr. Garrick Allen uncovers truths about how the Book of Revelation has been misunderstood for centuries, reshaping our view of Scripture. Discover how ancient manuscripts and hidden texts challenge modern beliefs in unexpected ways. Thoughts, questions, …

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Bonus Wrap Up: Live from Tony's Backyard with Doug Pagitt 55:15

7M ago55:15

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In this bonus episode, Josh, Tony, and Tripp sit down in Tony's backyard with Doug Pagitt to reminisce about the entirety of the Emerged project. They share fond behind-the-scenes memories of making these episodes. Members from the Minneapolis Emerged Cohort offer questions and give feedback from their time in the movement. ______________ Emerged i…

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#144 – Jon Foreman: Leaving the Christian Label 53:24

9M ago53:24

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Listen to the Jon Foreman aftershow here. Jon Foreman of Switchfoot (link) discusses the journey of faith, doubt, and the rejection of labels. We delve into the topics of deconstruction, being hurt by people claiming Christianity, and the complexities of using “Christian” as an adjective. We also explore the idea of embracing community over tribali…

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#143 – Candida Moss (Part 2): Uncovering Biblical Authorship Mysteries 41:11

10M ago41:11

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss, a leading theology professor, returns for part two of our conversation, diving into her groundbreaking research on the manuscript traditions and writing processes of the New Testament. Discover how dictation, collaboration, and the roles of enslaved individuals shaped the creation of early Christian texts. Lea…

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#142 – Candida Moss (Part 1): Enslaved Authors of Christianity 42:00

10M ago42:00

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Listen to the After Show Candida Moss is a leading theology professor, about her groundbreaking research on the enslaved Christians who helped create the New Testament. Discover how this reshapes our understanding of biblical inspiration, ancient authorship, and Christianity’s historical complicity in slavery. Get Candida's book God's Ghostwriters.…

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#141 – Rethinking the Tower of Babel 28:31

10M ago28:31

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To become a supporter of Almost Heretical and get more bonus episodes like this, click here: http://almostheretical.com/subscribe In this bonus episode of Almost Heretical, Nate Hanson and Shelby dive into the story of the Tower of Babel from Genesis 11. They discuss its significance, the cultural context, and various interpretations, including its…

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#140 – Frank Kenny: Unveiling the God of War 55:41

11M ago55:41

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Listen to the Frank Kenny after show! How has our understanding of God evolved over time? Nate & Shelby talk with Frank Kenny about his book, The God of War: How an Ancient God Shaped a Modern World (link), exploring the historical contexts and conflicts that have shaped modern Christianity. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheretica…

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#139 – Brian McLaren: Christianity Beyond Belief 57:13

11M ago57:13

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Listen to the after show for the Brian episode where we talk about why the Church tries to control beliefs What if being a Christian wasn't about what you believed? Nate & Shelby talk with Brian McLaren about his influential works, including Do I Stay Christian? and his latest, Life After Doom. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email almostheret…

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10 | The Legacy: The Emerging Church Movement as Failure and Success 1:24:46

11M ago1:24:46

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In this final episode of Emerged, we combed through 70+ hours of interviews with dozens to look back on the movement and assess its successes, its failures, and its legacy. We talk about the central aspect of the ECM — friendship — and we listen in as two churches die. And finally, we say our goodbyes. Voices include Mark Scandrette, Doug Pagitt, B…

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Emerged

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#159 – Paul Made Christianity 1:04:27

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Bonus: Did Paul Get the Gospel Wrong? 11:37

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#158 – Why Paul's Churches Won Early Christianity 49:40

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#157 – James vs. Paul: The Battle in Early Christianity History 49:44

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#156 – Paul vs Jesus 46:20

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#155 – Sodom and Gomorrah, The Binding of Isaac, and Lot’s Wife 49:07

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#154 – Dr. Andrew Perrin: Unlocking the Secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls 1:12:09

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#153 – Abraham: Who the Heck is Melchizedek? 42:38

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#152 – Tony Jones: Hunting for Spirituality (Pt 1) 37:05

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Marianne Williamson (Full Episode) 1:14:05

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#151 – Marianne Williamson: Choosing Love Over Political Division (Pt 2) 40:10

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Liz Charlotte Grant (Full Episode) 1:03:33

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#150 – Marianne Williamson: Jesus as Our Guide (Pt 1) 42:14

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#149 – The Election (Against Neo-Fundamentalism) 38:18

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#148 – Is God male? (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 2) 34:56

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#147 – God as a Mother (Liz Charlotte Grant, Pt 1) 37:09

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#146 – Dana Hicks: Trading Conservative Dogma for Liberal Dogma 1:06:03

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#145 – Garrick Allen: Revelation Isn’t What You Think 56:36

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Bonus Wrap Up: Live from Tony's Backyard with Doug Pagitt 55:15

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#144 – Jon Foreman: Leaving the Christian Label 53:24

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#143 – Candida Moss (Part 2): Uncovering Biblical Authorship Mysteries 41:11

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#142 – Candida Moss (Part 1): Enslaved Authors of Christianity 42:00

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#141 – Rethinking the Tower of Babel 28:31

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#140 – Frank Kenny: Unveiling the God of War 55:41

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#139 – Brian McLaren: Christianity Beyond Belief 57:13

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10 | The Legacy: The Emerging Church Movement as Failure and Success 1:24:46

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