Finding Transcendence in Untamed Spaces - With Tony Jones
Jun 5, 2024
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Author Tony Jones discusses his book 'The God of Wild Places', covering topics like his journey out of the church, online controversy, hunting, friendship, love for dogs, embracing finitude, and more. The conversation touches on vulnerability, mortality, ethical hunting, and the spiritual connection to nature.
Embracing vulnerability and authenticity leads to personal growth and self-discovery.
Connecting with nature can provide spiritual fulfillment and a sense of divine presence.
Deep dives
Transformation Through Honesty and Self-Reflection
Embracing vulnerability, the host and guest reflect on personal growth and self-discovery. They discuss the importance of being authentic and true to oneself, sharing personal struggles and insights.
Embracing Nature and Spiritual Connection
Both individuals express a deep connection with nature as a source of spiritual fulfillment. They explore the significance of engaging with the natural world and finding divine presence in the untamed outdoors.
Ethical Hunting and Conscious Consumption
Delving into the complex topic of hunting, they discuss ethical considerations and mindfulness in hunting practices. They reflect on the reciprocity between hunter and prey, highlighting the spiritual aspect of hunting as a conscious act of consumption.
Navigating Faith and Personal Beliefs
Addressing themes of faith and spirituality, they navigate the complexities of belief systems. They share perspectives on God, acknowledging personal limitations in defining spiritual truths and embracing diverse spiritual practices.
This week Tony Jones sat down with me to have an honest and vulnerable conversation about his new book "The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors". Tony's book was both challenging and moving. I genuinely wrestled through some of the content and came out on the other side better for it. We discuss Tony's journey out of the church and into the woods, online controversy, narcissism, insecurity, hunting, friendship, our love for dogs, death, and what it means to embrace our finitude. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Tony as much as I did.
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*A special thanks to Josh Gilbert for managing the podcast, Marty Fredrick for producing the podcast, and Dan Koch for providing the music for the podcast. Love you guys. <3"