Concierge Minister Podcast
by Kumar Dixit
The Concierge Minister, Dr. Kumar Dixit invites guests to share their personal stories on how to grow deeper in your spiritual journey. His personal approach and humor will gently ease the listener into understanding how close God is already. Visit conciergeminister.com to learn more.
Episodes
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S3 Ep6 Parenting the Parent
Are you parenting your parent? Isn't it interesting how the tide has changed, and now you are taking your parent to doctors' visits, helping them with their budget, and being firm with making important life decisions? It can be exhausting as your parent's age! Join me in an educational…
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S3 Ep 5 Conversations With My Inner Atheist
S3 Ep 5 Conversations With My Inner Atheist It is normal to doubt what you have learned about the Bible. Most people feel guilty for even having those ideas that make them wonder about the biblical narrative. In this episode, Kumar discusses some problematic issues related to religion, theology,...
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S3 Ep 4 Transitions: Ministering to the Transgender Community
S3 Ep 4 Transitions: Ministering to the Transgender Community Identified as male at birth and after living most of her life presenting as a cisgender male, Randi re-entered a new world as the person she has always been. Listen to Randi’s incredible journey of transitioning (at least on the…
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S3 Ep 3 Jesus and the Gospels
There are only four books in the New Testament that tell the story of Jesus. While they share different perspectives of Jesus' life on earth, they are very similar. In fact, 97% of the stories found in Mark can be found in at least one or two of the synoptic gospels. In this episode, Kumar talks...
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S3 Ep 2 Living on Borrowed Time
S3 Ep 2 Living on Borrowed Time Kleyton Feitosa has been battling cancer for ten years. It took his leg, changed the course of his career, and has now metastasized to his liver. He was given two years to live - four years ago. Listen to his inspiring story on how he chooses to live each day with...
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S3 Ep 1 Do I Stay Christian?
I get sick when I see how so-called Christians have taken over our name. I am embarrassed to identify with this group of vicious, judgemental people. And yet, I love Christ. Many parts of Christianity feel like it has been hijacked and replaced with something I don't recognize. Author Brian…
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S2 Ep13 Good Girls/Guys Guide to Sex
S2 Ep 13 The Good Girls/Guys Guide to Sex Finally, two books that address sexuality without shame. Sheila and Keith discuss some of the tough topics many couples face. The one big mistake that Christian couples make on the honeymoon that makes her 25% more likely to experience vaginismus, or…
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S2 Ep 12 The Wisdom of the Heart
The Wisdom of the Heart S2 Ep 12 We are complex people. There are so many reasons we act out or speak in a particular manner. For many of us, we have not discovered our inner self. This work requires introspection, therapy, and self-awareness. Marc Alan Schelske, author of The Wisdom of the Heart...
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S2 E11 Shall We Lent?
Shall We Lent? Season 2 Episode 11 Millions of faithful pilgrims will begin a contemplative spiritual journey on Wednesday. "Lent" is the forty days leading up to Easter. This is a solemn period for reflection, as you prepare your heart to remember the great sacrifice Jesus made for the human…
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S2 Ep10 Does Your Marriage Suck?
S2 Ep10 Does Your Marriage Suck? Congratulations! You survived Valentine's Day. One study suggests that divorce filings increase by 17% after the holiday. Find out what Sara Kuburic, also known as The Millennial Therapists says about strengthening your relationship. Sara is nationally known for…
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S2 Ep9 What Do Your Dreams Say?
S2Ep9. How do dreams impact our life? Are they our subconscious working in the background? Are they pointing to something in the future? Dreams are featured throughout the ancient scriptures, used by God to relay important messages. Do they still have that influence in modern-day life? In this...
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S2E8 Season Affect Disorder
Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD) affects millions of people every year. The lack of sun, changing of seasons can influence the body and brain chemistry. In this episode of the Concierge Minister podcast, Kumar talks to Dr. Jennifer Yoon, a board-certified psychiatrist, on how SAD can impact a...
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S2Ep7 Reading the Bible in One Year
S2Ep7 Reading the Bible in One Year with Gerald (Roy) Christo The first time I read the Bible through was 1991 - yes, I was an overachieving Bible-thumping teenager. I must admit, that there are large portions of the Bible that are boring - especially if you don't know the context. Meet my…
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S2Ep6 White Knuckle Love
It seemed like life couldn’t get any better for April. She had just completed a Ph.D. and was now asked to serve as the pastor of one of the most beloved congregations in New York City. And yet, in a short period of time, she left the sought-after job, went through a divorce after recognizing she...
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S2 E5 Holiday Grief Webinar
The holidays can be a mixed bag, especially when you are grieving the loss of a loved one. There is an expectation to smile and lean into the celebration - even though you are still feeling the loss. This webinar was presented on December 3, via Zoom. The holiday season is upon us. While most...
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Rethinking Christian Purity Culture S2 Ep4
Rethinking Christian Purity Culture S2 Ep4 Kumar has a candid conversation with Sheila Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue. In her book, Gregoireaddresses some of the major dysfunction in sexuality in Christian culture. Her team oversaw the largest study on sexuality and opinion among women…
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How to Get Your Kids Into College (without going to jail) Legally S2 Ep 3
Season 2 Episode 3. What is the best way to get into college? What are some of the unknown scholarships you should know? What exactly is the admissions committee looking for in candidates? Dr. Reginald Garcon shares excellent advice on getting into college without taking fake photos on a row...
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What your friend with cancer needs from you S2 Ep 2
S2 Ep 2 When Annie found out she had breast cancer, her life completely changed in an instant. How do you support someone who is terminally ill? What should you say? What shouldn't you say? What exactly does that person need from their friends and community? In this intimate conversation, Annie...
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Why the Prince of Evangelicalism Gave Up His Throne S2 Ep1
S2 Episode 1 An interview with Bart Campolo - Bart was on the rise as one of the evangelicalism rising stars. The son of famed, Tony Campolo, Bart announced he no longer believed in God and left Christianity. Today he serves as a humanist university chaplain. In this episode, Kumar asks Bart…
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Life After Death. S1 Ep14
S1 Ep 14 After 40 years of marriage, Mike had three and a half weeks to say farewell to his wife, Gayle, after discovering cancer had already ravaged her body. The former speaker/director of Faith for Today television shares how he healed from his overwhelming grief, and discusses what his life,...
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Black Hawk Down S1 Ep 13
S1 Ep 13 Black Hawk Down The child of a preacher and the lead singer of Hawk Nelson, one of the most successful Christian bands, Jon Steingard shared a lengthy post on his Instagram page in May 2020 that he was no longer a Christian. In this episode, Kumar discusses the thought process that led...
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Beautifully Broken S1 Ep 12
Beautifully Broken S1 Ep 12 In this crossover episode of Church for Atheists, Michael and Kumar interviewing Reema Sukumaran, author of, Beautifully Broken, a memoir. Reema shares her experience surviving domestic childhood abuse by her mentally unstable father. She continues to share about the...
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Unequally Yoked S1 Ep 11
Unequally Yoked S1 Ep 11 The Bible has some serious advice about not marrying people with who you do not share the same values of faith. 2 Corinthians 6:14 admonishes the saints not to be "unequally yoked," a catchphrase tossed around in Christian circles. In this episode, Kumar talks to Leela, a...
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Experience the Sabbath - A Jewish Perspective S1 Ep 10
S1 Ep 10 God created something called the Sabbath because he knew we would be workaholics, and fail to take a break to memorialize his creation. The Sabbath is a time in space where your body and soul are allowed to commune with God. It is a restorative process. Listen to Chaplain David Balto, a...
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God Ain't Your Pillow Pet S1 Ep 9
S1 Ep 9 God Ain't Your Pillow Pet In this episode; you'll listen in to one of Kumar's teaching on worship based on Isaiah 6:1. The big idea is to remember how big God is. Sometimes we try to contextualize him by thinking of him as a soft teddy bear. But we need to realize how huge and inescapable...
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I Have Cancer S1 Ep 8
I Have Cancer S1 Ep 8 Rachel was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colorectal cancer this past January. She was given 6 months to live. In this upcoming Church for Atheists podcast, she shares in raw, vivid details what it's like to be told you are going to die, and how she copes, even though she doubts the...
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Why is the Bible so Boring? S1 Ep 7
Why is the Bible so Boring? S1 Ep 7 Let's be honest. The Bible can be hard to read. These ancient stories sometimes feel like irrelevant history that is hard to relate. How can you read the Bible with fresh eyes, and feel the energy the writer's had when they first penned the words? Scholar and...
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Fix Your Stupid! S1 Ep 6
Fix Your Stupid! S1 Ep 6 Many times, we repeat the same mistake repeatedly but keep asking the wrong questions to solve our problem. Author Carl Rafey shares some simple solutions on what you can do to Fix Your Stupid so that you can live your best life. Listen in on the conversation as The...
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The Power of the Creed S1 Ep5
The Power of the Creed S1 Ep5 Have you ever wondered how Christian's formed their belief system? Today we take for granted doctrines like monotheism, or salvation, incarnation. The truth is that the early church fathers had a "board meeting" in 325 AD and put together an invaluable doctrine, just...
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The Business of Friendship S1 Ep 4
The Business of Friendship S1 Ep 4 Have you noticed that most of your friends evolved from work? Some of our best friendships start from the workplace. It makes sense since this is where we spend most of our waking hours. In this episode, friendship expert Shasta Nelson discusses how you can...
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Seven Things You Should Stop Telling Yourself S1 Ep 3
Seven Things You Should Stop Telling Yourself S1 Ep 3 In this episode, Kumar talks with Robert Kennedy III, a popular podcaster and entrepreneur. Robert shares 6 things you need to stop doing. Sometimes we build habits and take on unhealthy thoughts that can be destructive. This conversation is…
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Bonus: Ryan Bell Interview
Kumar and Michael (from Church for Atheists Podcast) interviewed Ryan Bell about his journey from the pastor of an evangelical church to Atheists. Ryan shares how he came to that decisions, and the fall out that came from that tumulous time.
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Finding God in All Things S1 Ep 2
Finding God in All Things S1 Ep 2 Kumar has a conversation with Samir Selmanović, Ph.D. regarding his book, It's All About God. They discuss finding beauty in all things, including other religions. We have so much to learn from others.
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Do I Really Believe that? S1 Ep 1
Do I Really Believe That? S1 Ep 1 Have you ever realized that everything you grow up believing may not be true? Join Kumar's conversation with Rev. Samantha Tuttle as she shares her journey from spiritual deconstruction to a reconstruction of faith.
About this show
The Concierge Minister, Dr. Kumar Dixit invites guests to share their personal stories on how to grow deeper in your spiritual journey. His personal approach and humor will gently ease the listener into understanding how close God is already. Visit conciergeminister.com to learn more.
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Kumar Dixit