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Begin Again Podcast
by John Chaffee
Begin Again is a podcast devoted to "reconsidering everything." Trained as a pastor, with an Mdiv and ThM, this podcast is devoted to exploring ideas and talking with people about new insights from or about Church History, Developmental Theories, Contemplation, Activism, Spiral Dynamics, the Enneagram, the Christian mystics, and integrating all of them together to say something new.Check out my website for more info, how to sign up for my weekly newsletter and other things for you (such as the Learning from the Mystics newsletter).
Episodes
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Ep. 174 | Conventional vs Traditional
This is my introduction and explanation of the difference between "conventional" and "traditional" Christianity. I think these adjectives are incredibly helpful to add to our vocabulary, especially since they seem to give people struggling with faith so much freedom. For more, visit:...
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Ep. 173 | St. John of the Cross' Todos y Nadas
This is a reflection on St. John of the Cross's piece The Ascent of Mount Carmel (Book 1, Chapter 13, Paragraphs 11 and 12). His teaching on Todos y Nadas, or Everything and Nothing, has been utterly transformative for me... and so here I am sharing about this piece of mystical…
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Ep. 172 | Walk or Be Dragged
This is a quick reflection on Carl Jung's statement, "Walk or be dragged," alongside Jesus walking his way to the Crucifixion, and the twists, turns, and unexpected events of our lives. To sign up for my free weekly email, join an online class, or otherwise see more of what I do, visit...
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Ep. 171 | The One on the Selfish Ego
This one is essentially a Bible Study on Galatians 5, the Greek word Sarx, and how we know the Spirit from the Selfish Ego by what fruit they bear. For more, visit https://www.johnchaffee.com
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Ep. 170 | The One on Tears and Repairs
This one is pretty much a sermon, inspired by the story of Zaccheaus in Luke 19, the Gottman Institute's "Emotional Bank Account", and our need to learn how to make really good amends. For more, join my free newsletter at https://www.johnchaffee.com and join my Patreon at...
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Ep. 169 | Trust in the Slow Work of God
This episode essentially follows a version of Lectio Divina on a famous prayer by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin called Patient Trust (or Trust in the Slow Work of God). To join my free weekly email, visit https://www.johnchaffee.com, or to join my Patreon, look me up on https://www.patreon.com
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Ep. 168 | On Empires of Man vs Kingdom of God
This episode is devoted to understanding the ideas of empires and the kingdom of God. First it begins with the story of Exodus, to Solomon, to Jesus, to Constantine, to this cultural moment in America. For more, visit: https://www.johnchaffee.com
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Ep. 167 | The Man with No Title
This episode is inspired by an interaction that happened between Thomas Merton and DT Suzuki. After their meeting, Merton said of Suzuki that he finally met "The Man with No Title." I hope you enjoy this! For more, visit https://www.johnchaffee.com and https://www.patreon.com/cw/johnchaffee
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Ep. 166 | And Now for 2026
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Ep. 165 | No Longer Servants (Entellomai)
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Ep. 164 | The One about Spiritual Direction
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Ep. 163 | When the Student is Ready, the Teacher Appears
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Ep. 162 | Reclaiming Apokatastasis (The Restoration of All Things)
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Ep. 161 | Begin Again 3.0
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Ep. 160 | Where'd You Park Your Spaceship Book 2 w/Rob Bell
Ep. 160 | Where'd You Park Your Spaceship Book 2 w/Rob Bell by John Chaffee
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Ep. 159 | Interview w/Rob Bell about Where'd You Park Your Spaceship?
Hey friends, check out this interview I had with #RobBell! We talk about his most recent book, Where'd You Park Your Spaceship?, Dill Tudd, Sigur Ros, Rafiki, Grief, and the writing/creative process! For Rob's Website: https://www.robbell.com For John's Website: https://www.johnchaffee.com
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Ep. 158 | Dr. Jordan Daniel Wood On Maximus The Confessor
This was a dense one! Dr. Wood adapted his Ph.D. dissertation into one of the most impressive, modern expositions on Maximus the Confessor. Maximus was a later Patristic of the early church and had his hand cut off and tongue cut out for how firmly he held to the logic of saying Jesus is the...
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Ep. 157 | Everyone And Everything Everywhere
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Ep. 156 | Interview With David Hayward aka @NakedPastor
This was a delightful interview for the Begin Again Podcast with David Hayward about the kind of work he does, being people who chose to take the Bible VERY seriously, what a healthy church looks like, having a spirituality not built upon fear, anger, or shame, Bible quotes we are not allowed to...
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Ep. 155 | Dr. Drew Moser, Author Of The Enneagram Of Discernment
Dr. Drew Moser is a professor at Taylor University in Indiana, author of The Enneagram of Discernment, father of 5, co-host of Fathoms Podcast, and so much more. This was a delightful conversation about his book on the Enneagram and how helpful it is, not only to young adults, but to anyone…
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Ep. 154 | Dr. Thomas Jay Oord On Process Theology
Thomas Jay Oord is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. Oord is a best-selling and award-winning author, having written or edited more than twenty-five books. Academic Influence ranks him among the most influential theologians in the 21st century. Oord directs a...
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Ep. 153 | Brad Jersak, Author Of Out Of The Embers
Brad Jersak (www.bradjersak.com) is the Dean of Theology and Culture at St. Stephen's University (https://www.ssu.ca), and November 22nd is the release date of his newest book entitled, "Out of the Embers: Faith After the Great Deconstruction." He was such a delight to talk with and I believe…
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Ep. 152 | Echoes Of Exile Or Exodus?
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Ep. 151 | I Am The River, I Am The Mountain
If you are interested in the weekly Monday email called, "Learning from the Mystics," you can learn more here: learningfromthemystics.johnchaffee.com. - And, if you are interested in the weekly Wednesday email called, "Musings of a Holy Fool," you can learn more here:...
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Ep. 150 | Terry Wildman On The First Nations Version
Without a doubt, this was one of the most fun and humble and exciting interviews I have ever done. Terry Wildman is the point man behind the First Nations Version: An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament. Terry was so gracious as to talk with me for a full hour and we discussed not using…
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Ep. 149 | Shane Claibourne On The Constitution As "Inspired"
Shane and I sat down to talk about how Rusty Bowers, a witness of one of the January 6th hearings, referenced the Constitution as "inspired." Of course, this led to a further discussion about faith and politics, a conversation that goes all the way back to Constantinian times and the start of the...
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Ep. 148 | Keith Giles, Author Of Sola Mysterium
Keith Giles is an author of numerous books, a former Southern Baptist pastor, and currently lives in Texas with his wife. He has multiple podcasts and started a home church in which all tithing goes directly to local charities. His personal mantra and mission statement is: "I introduce Christians...
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Ep. 147 | From the Radio to the TV to the Internet
What does it look like to have a Christianity that is anchored in the best of the old while integrating the best of the new? Check out my website at www.johnchaffee.com!
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Ep. 146 | Shane Claiborne On Faith, Politics And Repentance
Shane Claiborne is one of the founders of https://www.redletterchristians.org, an organization based out of Philly that emphases the "red letters of Jesus." He is the author of many books and frequently travels the US to speak at churches and rallies and more. Shane clearly has a Franciscan heart...
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Ep. 145 | Alexander John Shaia On John's Gospel And The Fourfold Path
Alexander John Shaia is a renowned author and speaker on Christian spirituality, psychology and is a self-proclaimed "ritual nerd." It was a privilege and a joy to talk with him seeing as his work has expanded my own heart, mind and soul so very much. To see more of what he is about, check out...
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Ep. 144 | Brian Zahnd On American Christianity, Saints And Guns
Brian Zahnd is the senior pastor of Word of Life Church (www.wolc.com) in St. Joseph, Missouri. He is the author of a number of books, all of which can be found on Amazon. His personal website is www.brianzahnd.com. For more, check out John's website: www.johnchaffee.com To sign up for his weekly...
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Ep. 143 | Cameron Trimble On The Great Unveiling
It was a joy and a privilege to talk with Cameron Trimble! Cameron is a serial entrepreneur committed to the triple bottom line – a concern for people, progress and the planet. Driven by an adventurous spirit, she runs businesses and NGO organizations, both secular and faith-based. She serves as…
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Ep. 142 | Holy Anger Is Healthy Lament
As a result of recent news, I was experiencing some heavy anger... and I don't think it was unjustified. The things I saw and the things that I read about actively led me to become angry over the injustices of the world... and I believe that we perhaps need to come to a better understanding of...
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Ep. 141 | The One For Thru-Hikers This Year On The AT
This one is a straight up shout out and encouragement for all the thru-hikers on the AT this year. I met a good number of you at Trail Days in Damascus, VA last week, and I hope we stay in touch. Please share this with any other thru-hikers that listen to podcasts. Just trying to pay forward the...
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Ep. 140 | Thich Nhat Hanh's Advice For Christians
This week I thought it would be great to share with you two lengthier quotes from Thich Nhat Hanh's Living Buddha, Living Christ. TNH was good friends with the Catholic monk, Thomas Merton, and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by his friend, MLK Jr. I believe that it is helpful to be...
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Ep. 139 | Your Work Is Not Their Work, And Their Work Is Not Yours
I want to share with you a personal story of mine from 10 years ago, what it taught me, and then shift to talking about Luke 13, Ram Dass, and doing your own self-work. - Check out my website and sign up for the free weekly email: www.johnchaffee.com - Also check out a paid email subscription I…
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Ep. 138 | Bouncers And Bellhops
Bouncers and Bellhops. Interesting title, right? It's all about you and the life of faith. Sign up for John's Weekly Email Here ---> signup.johnchaffee.com Sign up for the Learning from the Mystics Email Here ---> learningfromthemystics.johnchaffee.com Social Media: @thatjohnchaffee
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Ep. 137 | The Re-Insurrection Of Jesus
Happy Easter, y'all! Here is a straight up sermon about Jesus being a "True Rebel" and how we are invited to be "True Rebels" in his footsteps. Have a wonderful day! signup.johnchaffee.com
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Ep. 136 | Brian McLaren, Author Of Do I Stay Christian?
Brian McLaren (http://brianmclaren.net) is the author of an upcoming book entitled, "Do I Stay Christian?" The book is broken up into three parts: No, Yes and How. It gives an honest look at the reasons why someone might want to leave Christianity, reasons why someone might want to stay, and some...
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Ep. 135 | Bonhoeffer Says To Live In The World
This past week I happened to come across a particular quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer that I first highlighted years ago. Bonhoeffer is a fantastic Christian ethicist, pastor, and figure of Church history. So here is an episode devoted to what he had to say about living in an already reconciled...
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Ep. 134 | The One About Hallways
Been on a kick the past week about "liminal spaces", the in-between spaces, seasons between the seasons of life, etc. Apparently, this is where learning and growth happen the most. So let's chat through some insights about that. To sign up for my email list mentioned at the beginning, check out...
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Ep. 133 | The Least, Last, Lost, Latest And The Late
This most recent episode is all about the book of James saying that showing favoritism actually discredits for him whether or not someone is following the Way of Jesus. To show partiality to the greatest, the first, the never lost, never victimized and the robust is still giving into the old...
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Ep. 132 | Non-Judgment Day Is Near
Interested by that title? This one might get me in some heat but its okay, the Good News is supposed to be Good News, not Good Advice. Perhaps this one will invite you to "begin again" about how you think about Judgment Day... because what if God has good, and true, and beautiful, and loving…
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Ep. 131 | Suzanne Stabile, Author Of The Journey Toward Wholeness
Suzanne Stabile is a master enneagram teacher that often brings it alongside other topics and themes that you may not immediately associate with the enenneagram. Her most recent book, The Journey Toward Wholeness focuses on what she considers is the untapped wisdom of the enneagram to help people...
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Ep. 130 | Dr. Jerome Lubbe, Author Of The Brain Based Enneagram
My goodness, this was an ABSOLUTE gift being able to talk with Dr. Jerome Lubbe. He is an accomplished doctor, author and family man. In this, we chat through neuroscience, the enneagram, growth mindsets, and more. Hands down I look forward to the day I can take this guy out for a cup of coffee…
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Ep. 129 | Rev. Randy Van Osten Of Lighthouse Community Center
This episode was a real treat. I've been a long time fan of this guy since being in seminary together... the Very Reverend Randy van Osten (van Awesome). Randy is a fantastic and stand up gentleman with the heart of a lion (and the mane to match it). A family man, pastor, and dreamer, Randy...
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Ep. 128 | I Quit My Church Job To Try And Better Follow Jesus
Don't worry. It's all good. Nothing but gratitude for all that brought me to this point. This is just to invite you into what I will try to do next. Sometimes it's just time to grow, even if it isn't "good timing." Join my email list by checking out the link: simplesignup.johnchaffee.com
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Ep. 127 | Oh Holy Night - The Abolitionist Hymn
I think the title says all you need to know, but stay to the end, because there is a humble surprise for you... To check out more from John, check out these links: Website - johnchaffee.com Twitter and Instagram - @thatjohnchaffee Email List - https://newsletter.johnchaffee.com/
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Ep. 126 | Meta-Meta-Meta
The word "metanoia", which is often translated as "repent" is better understood as "change your mind." So, let's chat through the life of Peter, and chat through what it means to constantly be "changing our minds" all life long. In this episode I also reference Teilhard de Chardin on the Gospels…
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Ep. 125 | Thomas Merton And Deep Seeing
On the 53rd anniversary of Thomas Merton's death, let's chat through contemplation, deep seeing, activism, false religion vs true religion, and learning to look at the world the same way that God might. To check out more from John, check out... Website - johnchaffee.com Twitter and Instagram -...
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Begin Again is a podcast devoted to "reconsidering everything." Trained as a pastor, with an Mdiv and ThM, this podcast is devoted to exploring ideas and talking with people about new insights from or about Church History, Developmental Theories, Contemplation, Activism, Spiral Dynamics, the Enneagram, the Christian mystics, and integrating all of them together to say something new.Check out my website for more info, how to sign up for my weekly newsletter and other things for you (such as the Learning from the Mystics newsletter).
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