Spirituality advocate Rob Bell discusses his journey of building and leaving a church, the distinction between spirituality and religion, and the impact of growing up in the Christian Science religion. They also explore the importance of embracing change, recommend influential books, and wrap up the episode with gratitude and upcoming guest announcements.

“Face what’s difficult. Don’t run away from it. Use failure as a teacher.”On Part II of our big 1,000th Episode Special, Lewis continues to revisit the most meaningful episodes in School of Greatness history, discussing the importance of embracing failure, healing from trauma, and being vulnerable in your relationships. We hear from Kobe Bryant, Preethaji, Rob Bell, Laverne Cox, and more.Kobe Bryant - Mamba Mentality and the Mind of a ChampionPreetha ji - How to Overcome SufferingRob Bell - How to Practice and Understand Faith and SpiritualityLaverne Cox - Healing Trauma, Owning Your Truth, and Being Transgender in AmericaLewis Howes - What Sharing My Childhood Rape Taught Me About Being a Loving, Vulnerable, Free Man Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

"If it's true, it will fundamentally have paradox baked into it." - Rob Bell If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at http://lewishowes.com/484 Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Joshua and Ryan discuss spirituality, evolving beliefs, and the impermanence of everything with author, podcaster, and theologian Rob Bell, and they answer the following questions: What does it mean to ‘own your story’? (02:10) How has Rob’s faith evolved? (04:40) What is the origin of the book title, Everything Is Spiritual? (07:09) What is the ‘wordlessness of grace’? (09:02) What does it mean to ‘hold a place for God’? (10:31) Do you believe in a higher power that can provide comfort and guidance? (14:25) What causes a negative reaction to practices considered fringe? (14:45) What is our language problem? (19:00) How do religion and minimalism align? (21:33) How do you define religion? (22:14) How important is order? (25:20) What are the polarities of feasting and fasting? (27:23) How do you define spirituality? (33:33) Is Rob Bell still a Christian? (36:49) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support

Rob Bell, author and speaker, discusses misinterpretation of Bible passages on homosexuality, evolving beliefs and finding joy in the present moment, overcoming opposition and advocating for equality, and the importance of being true to oneself. They also discuss the backlash they've faced and express gratitude for the guest.

New York Times best-selling author, pastor, and podcaster Rob Bell discusses the concept of 'growing younger' in spirit, emphasizing the transformative power of maintaining a youthful mindset regardless of age. He shares insights on prayers, inner renewal, and the importance of shedding burdens to embrace spiritual growth. Bell challenges conventional beliefs on aging, wisdom, and creativity, inspiring listeners to approach life with grace and continual renewal.

Rob Bell, an expert in EIS funds and VCTs, discusses choosing the right scheme for clients, diversification strategies, assessing manager track records, SEIS in financial planning, specialist vs generalist managers, ESG and impact investments, and improving investor perception of venture capital.

Post-election thoughts. Managing stress and disagreement. Connecting to gratitude. Weekly wins. And, of course, listener questions. Welcome to another edition of Roll On.Commanding co-host duties as always is my hype man Adam Skolnick, an activist and veteran journalist perhaps best known as David Goggins’ Can’t Hurt Me co-author. Adam has written about adventure sports, environmental issues and civil rights for outlets such as The New York Times, Outside, ESPN, BBC, and Men’s Health. He is the author of One Breath and is currently hard at work on a novel.Some of the many topics explored in today’s conversation include: What can be learned from the life + death of Zappos’ Tony Hsieh; The unpredictability of happiness; The antitrust campaign to break up the tech behemoths; Rob Bell lessons on writing + self-love; Our growing adoration of ‘Feels Good Man’; and Celebrating grassroots environmental activism In addition, we answer the following listener questions: Is pursuing a more authentic life path an ego trip? How can a person with low self-esteem and avoidance discomfort develop more intimacy? Does endurance racing in your 50’s pose health risks? Thank you to Joe from northern New York, Seth from Wisconsin, and Michael from Boulder, CO. If you want your query discussed, drop it on our Facebook Page, or better yet leave a voicemail at (424) 235-4626.The visually inclined can watch our exchange on YouTube. And as always, the podcast streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Peace + Plants,Rich

“Consciousness is the great mystery at the heart of the human experience and it’s the endless black box for science.”Former pastor, speaker, and best-selling author, Rob Bell joins Lewis for a deeply profound conversation on today's podcast. Named in Time Magazine's Top 100 Most Influential People in the World, Rob Bell discusses the importance of being a witness to your life, the tools for better communication, the nature of the universe, his new book, "Everything is Spiritual," and so much more!Read Rob’s book: Everything is SpiritualCheck out Rob’s Podcast: The RobCastVisit Rob’s website: https://www.robbell.comCheck out the last podcast with Rob: https://lewishowes.com/484 Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

You know that warm, fuzzy feeling you get when two people you love, respect, and admire combine their considerable talents to create a work that exceeds the sum of it's parts?That’s the feeling I have right now.This week I'm proud to share a conversation with two friends, each of whom have graced the show in the past — filmmaker Andrew Morgan and faith provocateur Rob Bell.Several years ago, Andrew approached Rob with an idea to make a film about the former mega-church pastor's life and work. Rob agreed, ultimately granting Andrew unprecedented access to his world on one condition — Rob would have zero editorial input or approval over any aspect of the creative collusion.The result is the recently released documentary, The Heretic* – a behind-the-curtain deep dive into one of the most compelling and polarizing figures in modern day Christianity. With appearances by comedian Pete Holmes and author Elizabeth Gilbert, the film follows Rob over several years as he challenges deeply held conservative ideals while grappling with some of the most important questions of our time: Can faith and science coexist, or do belief and progress stand in opposition? Is religion insufficient for explaining the complexity of our modern world, or does it give language to something even greater? And do spiritual traditions simply serve to further divide our world, or can they offer real help and hope for a better tomorrow?Today we tackle all of it.An internationally recognized filmmaker devoted to telling socially conscious stories for a better tomorrow, Andrew Morgan first graced the podcast back in July 2016 (RRP #236) to discuss his beautiful and heartbreaking documentary The True Cost*. Premiering at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, it’s a movie about the untold story of fashion. It’s about the clothes we wear, the people who make them, and the impact the garment industry is having on human rights and the world we share.His experience includes a broad range of work that spans narrative and documentary storytelling for multiple film and new media projects that have been filmed and released all over the world. The New York Times described his unique style as “gentle, humane investigations” and Vogue Magazine wrote that it is “evidence that each of us can act as a catalyst for change within our own lives and work together towards a greater good.”An anti-establishment pastor making an indelible cultural impact on how we think and practice religion in the modern world, Rob Bell first appeared on the podcast in October 2016 (RRP #251). A former mega-church pastor who broke ranks with the formal church institutions and ideologies, he is an independent-minded, creative force of nature with what I would describe as a radically inclusive — almost punk rock —perspective on faith, divinity, and what it means to be human.Peace + Plants,Rich