

Progressive Christianity with Pastor Adam
Pastor Adam
Pastor Adam explores Christ-centered Progressive Christianity in One Question with Pastor Adam, sermons, and other commentary.
In these episodes, Pastor Adam addresses questions about progressive Christianity. Some of the topics to be explored include: the Bible, politics, heaven and hell, who is Jesus, and do you have to be a Christian to be saved?
Have a question? Submit it via email to adam@c-ucc.org.
In these episodes, Pastor Adam addresses questions about progressive Christianity. Some of the topics to be explored include: the Bible, politics, heaven and hell, who is Jesus, and do you have to be a Christian to be saved?
Have a question? Submit it via email to adam@c-ucc.org.
Episodes
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Jan 15, 2024 • 40min
Is the Bible Fact or Fiction?
Many people claim that the Bible is just fiction. Sometimes that's meant as an insult to the Bible. But fiction often tells us deeper truths about ourselves and the world. But is the Bible fact or fiction? Listen to this episode of One Question to discover the surprising answer from Pastor Adam!

Jan 8, 2024 • 36min
New Year's Edition - Perfectionism Kills
Happy New Year!
Do you try to keep New Year's resolutions? Why/why not?
Perfectionism is a killer. I'm going to avoid it this year.
Also, I'm going to tell a story about Legos®, a grocery store floral clerk, and a vase. It's gonna be great. :)

Dec 4, 2023 • 48min
What Caused You To Be a Defender of the LGBTQ Community?
This episode's question comes from Princess, who asks how I became a "defender of the LGBTQIA+ community"?
I will make some confessions in this episode as we explore working together for a better world.

Nov 20, 2023 • 41min
Braver Angels with Melinda Voss
Politics increasingly seems like a violent sport where no one wins.
Is there hope for a better politics?
Join Pastor Adam as he talks with award winning journalist and member of Braver Angels as they discuss the hope for better politics.

Nov 6, 2023 • 60min
How To Remember Who You Are
Our culture tells us who we are, but is our culture lying? You may have received harmful messages about yourself from religious leaders, capitalism, politicians, parents, and others. But those harmful messages are lies. Don't believe them. The truth is that at your core you are the object of God's affection and love. Check out this episode to hear more about how to remember who you are.

Oct 30, 2023 • 36min
The Top 3 Most Underrated Chapters of the Bible
In this episode, we explore the top three most underrated chapters of the Bible. We have three suggestions from social media friends, an honorable mention, and my vote for the most underrated passage in. the Bible.

Oct 23, 2023 • 37min
Who Is the Christlike Witch of the Bible?
Did you know the only story in the Bible about a witch reveals her to be a Christ-like figure?
Her story is found in 1 Samuel 28. We discuss her in today's episode of One Question with Pastor Adam.

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Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 3min
Google's Top Theology Questions
The podcast explores Google's top theology questions, discussing topics such as love, justice, and meeting the needs of others; caring for the vulnerable and the goodness of creation; Jesus as friend, lord, and savior; the Word of God and its relationship to Jesus and the Bible; Jesus' teachings on love and resisting powers; the fate of Judas and the theme of scapegoating; and the significance of the cross and God's radical love.

Sep 25, 2023 • 59min
Are You Still Here? The Rapture, Lauren Boebert, and Christian Nationalism
The Rapture could have happened on Tuesday, according to one viral YouTube video. Are you still here?
Also, Lauren Boebert went to the theater and a funny thing happened.
Let's discuss on this episode of One Question with Pastor Adam.

Sep 18, 2023 • 42min
Is God Nonviolent with Dr. Sharon Putt
Welcome to season 4 of One Question with Pastor Adam!
In this first episode of season 4, we talk with Dr. Sharon Putt, Professor of Theology and Religion at Messiah University. Sharon helps us understand the ancient strands of Christianity that reveal the nonviolent love of God.
Sharon is the author of many articles and books, including "Razing Hell: Rethinking Everything You've Been Taught about God's Wrath and Judgment" and "A Nonviolent Theology of Love: Peacefully Confessing the Apostles Creed."


