The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast

In this week's episode, Brian Russell (Professor of Biblical Studies) takes us on a deep dive into five key mindsets that open us up for deep transformation while reading Scripture. Interested in updates on Brian's latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (August 15, 2023 release)? Sign up today: www.drbrianrussell.org Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

Casey Tygrett takes us on a rich and deep dive into the sense of restlessness that many of us confront in our spiritual lives. Casey is an outstanding observer of the human experience of grace as well as the challenges of living moment by moment with the God who loves us. I found Casey's thinking and reflections on the inner life to be profound and moving. You'll also hear tips on writing as well as on spiritual direction. Casey Tygrett (DMin, Lincoln Christian Seminary) is a theologian in residence at Parkview Christian Church in Orland Park, Illinois. He previously served as teaching pastor at Heartland Community Church and has taught at Lincoln Christian University and Seminary and Emmanuel Christian Seminary. Casey now oversees the spiritual direction practice for Soul Care, hosts the Restlessness Is a Gift Podcast, and is the author of Becoming Curious and The Gift of Restlessness. Get a copy of Casey's latest book The Gift of Restlessness: A Spiritualty for Unsettled Seasons https://amzn.to/46TOoW8 Books Recommended by Casey: Nouwen, Life of the Beloved https://amzn.to/3XTvY3o James Bryan Smith, Rich Mullins: A Devotional Biography: An Arrow Pointed to Heaven https://amzn.to/3OhaeLD Wendell Barry, Hannah Coulter https://amzn.to/44Pw3ra Connecting with Casey: www.caseytygrett.com IG: @caseytygrett Interested in updates on Brian's latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (August 2023 release): www.drbrianrussell.org Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

Dr. John Walton, a retired professor from Wheaton University and prolific author, delves into Old Testament interpretation in this fascinating conversation. He shares insights from his latest book, emphasizing the concept of 'faithful reading' and the importance of context. Walton critiques the tendency to see the Old Testament solely through Jesus' lens, advocating for original intentions and careful exegesis. He also discusses his prolific writing journey, the transformative power of prayer, and the influence of family on his academic pursuits.

Mark Danzey takes us on a deep dive into the process of creating a culture of disciple making disciples. Mark is executive director of Narrow Gate, a ministry that empowers pastors and laity to fulfill Jesus’ kingdom mandate of making disciples. Listen in for immediately actionable content.   Interested in Narrow Gate? Www.narrowgateefl.com    Previous Conversations with Mark on Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations:   Episode 28 Coaching the Ministry of Making Disciples https://youtu.be/NamlnY6nEDM    Episode 105: On Making Disciple Making Disciples https://youtu.be/scms4xeom00   Books Recommended by Mark Danzey on Disciple Making:   Robert Coleman, The Master Plan of Evangelism https://amzn.to/3P8xsVj   Greg Ogden, Transforming Discipleship https://amzn.to/3qJh0ke    Allan Coppedge, Biblical Principles of Discipleship https://amzn.to/43Hywno    Brandon Guindon, Disciple Making Culture https://amzn.to/3Jewbbt    Robert Gallaty, Replicate: How to Create a Culture of Disciple-Making Right Where You Are   https://amzn.to/3NbEYfy   Interested in updates on Brian's latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (August 2023 release):  www.drbrianrussell.org    Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com   Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/   Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife   Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com   Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

In this week’s episode, I share an augmented excerpt from my latest book: Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation. I talk about the role of inspiration, attention and astonishment in the reading process and on how we move from “I should” read the Bible to “I MUST” read the Bible for the expansion of my soul in love for God and others. I begin with Augustine’s words from On Christian Doctrine: “So anyone who thinks that he has understood the divine scriptures or any part of them, but cannot by his understanding build up this double love of God and neighbor, has not yet succeeded in understanding them” and talks about how Augustine’s framework can be a method for reading Scripture at a deeper level today. Interested in updates on the book as it’s release date approaches including invites to free Zoom gatherings with Brian? Sign up today: www.drbrianrussell.org Read Augustine’s On Christian Doctrine https://amzn.to/3BbCRms Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support. 

Dr. Matthew Lynch takes us on a deep dive into the challenging topic of Old Testament violence. Our conversation focuses on his latest book: Flood and Fury: Old Testament Violence and the Shalom of God. How do we read violent stories such as the Flood and the "conquest" of Canaan in light of the belief of a loving God. Pick up a copy of Flood and Fury: https://amzn.to/3MPbF3p Bio: Matthew J. Lynch is associate professor of Old Testament at Regent College in Vancouver, Canada. He is the author of First Isaiah and the Disappearance of the Gods, Portraying Violence in the Hebrew Bible: A Literary and Cultural Study, and Monotheism and Institutions in the Book of Chronicles: Temple, Priesthood, and Kingship in Post-Exilic Perspective. He is the co-founder of the OnScript podcast, a podcast focused on providing engaging conversations on Bible and theology. Connect with Matthew: Twitter: @MattLynch_OT OnScript podcast: https://onscript.study/podcast/ Web: https://www.regent-college.edu/faculty/full-time/matthew-lynch Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Sign up for updates on Brian's next book (Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation): www.drbrianrussell.org   Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.  

In this week’s episode, Joshua Bertolotti of the Perennial Leader Project takes us on a deep dive into the writings and wisdom of Thomas Merton. We explore contemplation and how it helps us grow in love for God and others. Books Recommended by Josh: Merton, New Seeds of Contemplation https://amzn.to/42EXKSR –A Year with Thomas Merton: Daily Meditations from His Journals https://amzn.to/3M9GDlg –The Sign of Jonas https://amzn.to/42Ybjg0 Seneca, Letters from a Stoic https://amzn.to/3nXOtXe Connect with Josh: In Search of Wisdom Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-search-of-wisdom/id1557583455 Substack: https://substack.com/@perennial Webpage: https://www.perennialleader.com/ Instagram: @perennialpods Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support. #contemplation #love #spirituality

Brian Russell talks about how to read the Bible for the love of God and neighbor. He introduces his latest book Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation (releasing August 2023). He focuses on exploring Augustine’s words from On Christian Doctrine: “So anyone who thinks that he has understood the divine scriptures or any part of them, but cannot by his understanding build up this double love of God and neighbor, has not yet succeeded in understanding them” and talks about how Augustine’s framework can be a method for reading Scripture at a deeper level today. Interested in updates on the book as it’s release date approaches including invites to free Zoom gatherings with Brian? Sign up today: www.drbrianrussell.org  Read Augustine’s On Christian Doctrine https://amzn.to/3BbCRms Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

Dr. Ted Goshorn takes us on a deep dive into the practice of prayer. He shares insights from his new book Prayer Changes us. Pick up a copy of Prayer Changes Us https://amzn.to/3H1e089 or go to www.advocatesc.org  Sign up for Brian's Centering Prayer Updates: www.centeringprayerbook.com Bio: The Reverend Doctor Ted Goshorn has a passion for equipping churches to transform their communities in the name of Jesus by serving at the intersection of the community’s needs and the church’s resources. He currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Mulberry Street United Methodist Church; a wonderful church community located in the heart of downtown Macon, Georgia. Resources Recommended by Ted: Charles Duhig, The Power of Habit https://amzn.to/3UVWNCD Heschel, Sabbath https://amzn.to/3V7DeYp Foster, Celebration of Discipline https://amzn.to/3owQKbu Brueggemann, The Psalms and the Life of Faith https://amzn.to/3KWJo8G Covey, Speed of Trust https://amzn.to/3N2JApJ Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

Brandy Anderson takes us on a deep dive into spiritual direction from a Jungian perspective. We talk about writing, shadow work, and her approach to direction. She shares tools and perspectives that can help you grow in your self awareness and understanding so that you can surrender even more deeply to the God who loves you. Connecting with Brandy: Website: https://brandyanderson.net/ Instagram: @contemplativereflections Books Recommended by Brandy: De Mello, Awareness https://amzn.to/3KT2Lkc  Rohr, Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps https://amzn.to/3MAxvrN  Singer, The Untethered Soul https://amzn.to/3o31LBo  Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com Brian Russell’s Books Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.