The Deconstructionists

John and Adam kick off part 1 of a 3 part series on deconstructing how we view THE BIBLE. This book (which isn't really a book) is divisive and problematic. It was written thousands of years ago and has been interpreted over and over. Can we trust it? Should we just throw it out? Do we have to take it seriously? What does that mean? Adam and John try to take us to a place where we can ask: "Is it possible to bring this all down a few notches and chill a little?" Say tuned for the next 3 weeks as some HUGE expert-guests weigh in on what the hell we should do with this "book" Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rob Bell joins us to talk about doubt, faith, getting it wrong and wrestling to get it right. We talk about his new book, as well as many other topics! There is never a dull or uninspiring moment when Rob is dropping some knowledge on us! This will be the first of many with Rob. Check out his new book "How to be HERE: Notes on the art of thriving" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZCl4uMVrmI http://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Here-Creating-Living/dp/0062356291 ABOUT ROB Rob Bell is a bestselling author, international teacher, and highly sought after public speaker. His books include The New York Times bestseller Love Wins, along with What We Talk About When We Talk About God, The Zimzum of Love, Velvet Elvis, Sex God, Jesus Wants to Save Christians, Drops Like Stars. At age 28 he founded Mars Hill Bible Church in Michigan, and under his leadership it was one of the fastest-growing churches in America. In 2011 he was profiled in Time Magazine as one of their 100 most influential people. Rob was featured on Oprah’s 2014 Life You Want Tour and has spoken at events all over the world. He and his wife Kristen have three children and live in Los Angeles. To get more info about Rob, visit his website, robbell.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Special guest host Jason Dunlap takes us on his journey from a Catholic upbringing through atheism to a more expansive, spiritual perspective of reality. We discuss dualistic thinking that keeps us all imprisoned in a narrow, oppressive view of each other. We also touch on topics such as transcendence, eastern mysticism, grace, and the power of presence (not to mention crazy water crystals that teach us about the nature of reality) For a great read on transcending a dualistic frame of thinking: Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr http://www.amazon.com/dp/0470907754/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_vxJ1wb14HXNQK via The Book that Jason refers to that convinced him that atheism was not philosophically viable: The Reason For God - Timothy Keller http://www.amazon.com/dp/1594483493/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_NzJ1wb0GJQ2F2 Masaru Emoto (water crystal photos) http://www.masaru-emoto.net/english/water-crystal.html 432Hz Frequency image. Remember that 440Hz is the "standard" tuning of all western music. This photo compares how the frequencies 440Hz and 432Hz affect the vibrational pattern of water. http://www.watersoundimages.com/news/432hz.htm Beautiful Book Recommendations! A Path with Heart - Jack Kornfield http://www.amazon.com/Path-Heart-Through-Promises-Spiritual/dp/0553372114/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1456762351&sr=1-1&keywords=a+path+with+heart You Are Here - Thich Nhat Hanh http://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Here-Discovering-Present/dp/1590308387/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1456762377&sr=1-1&keywords=you+are+here The Wisdom of Insecurity - Alan Watts http://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Insecurity-Message-Age-Anxiety/dp/0307741206/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1456762423&sr=1-1&keywords=wisdom+of+insecurity+alan+watts Emptiness Dancing - Adyashanti http://www.amazon.com/Emptiness-Dancing-Adyashanti/dp/1591794595/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1456762451&sr=1-1&keywords=emptiness+dancing+by+adyashanti The Conscious Parent - Shefali Tsabary http://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Parent-Transforming-Ourselves-Empowering/dp/1897238452/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1456762478&sr=1-1&keywords=conscious+parenting+shefali+tsabary Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SHORT debrief on episode 2 - "doubting and belonging?" John and Adam want to make it clear that episode 2 is not about promoting church attendance or church in general. Just deliberate community. Even atheist philosopher Andre Comte-Sponville believes that deep, relational community is an essential component of human flourishing. Listen to this brief DEBRIEF on episode 2 and share your thoughts online at www.thedeconstructionists.com or email us at deconstructionistspodcast@gmail.com @deconstructcast on Twitter Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is it possible to belong without believing? Is community possible while going through a deconstruction process? Can we avoid the big mistake of making beliefs the central premise of our love and commitment to others? There has to be a better way. Adam and John discuss these concepts and more with a special co-host, the devilishly handsome, witty, warm (and sometimes glib) Pastor Simon Forsythe. Simon has an uncanny knack for bringing messy, diverse people together. People who believe different things and live different lives. He shares some critiques of "church", "religion" as well as some general insights on belonging while dealing with doubt and deconstruction. He also has the most gorgeous accent you've ever heard in your entire life. Enjoy! Remember, deconstructing might be the most important thing you ever do. But never do it alone. This is a safe place and we are here for you. Hang with us. Listen. Learn. Question your own system. We would love to hear from you. Contact us at deconstructionistspodcast@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adam and John give a quick list of recommended reading for deconstructionists out there. More of these short episodes to come. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What is deconstruction? Why is it a good idea? Who should participate in it? Who is welcome in this conversation? Show Notes: On this episode, John and Adam referenced a number of reading materials the listener might be interested in looking further into. Here is the article about using Derrida's notion of deconstruction on religion. Other Books referenced in this episode were Insurrection by Peter Rollins The Great Emergence by Phyllis Tickle Falling Upward by Richard Rohr Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy