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The Practical Theism Podcast
by Josh Smith
A place where charitable dialogue takes place on the topics of faith, God, and life. The Christian worldview permeates all aspects of human life and through this podcast we attempt to share about our journey of understanding truth.
Episodes
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Was The Early Church Catholic?
Keith Nester shares his amazing insight through many different topics and aspects of his faith journey!
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Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?
Sean Hussey of Cold Brews and Catholic Truths shares some insight!
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Protestant Pastor Keith Nester Conversion to Catholicism
Keith Nester shares his amazing insight through many different topics and aspects of his faith journey!
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Conversion Back to Catholicism with Sean Hussey
Sean Hussey of Cold Brews and Catholic Truths shares some insight!
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When Satan Attacks
Satan, The Devil, Hades, The Evil One, El Diablo - the prince of darkness goes by many names, but there is one truth that presides in the life of a believer: He attacks us the closer we draw into the light. But How exactly does the devil attack people? Is it physical? Is it mental? How do we know...
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Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy with Father Leo Patalinghug
What are the corporal and spiritual works of mercy that the Catholic Church talks about? Are they derived from Scripture? Father Leo Patalinghug jumps into these questions, how we see these lived out in the life of the church in today's podcast episode. See more of Father Leo's work at:...
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Spiritual Direction with A Spiritual Director
Chad Torgenson found his calling as a Spiritual Director with a focus on Ignatian Spirituality. What exactly is a spiritual director? Do you need one? When should you seek one out? These are some of the questions we dove in to ask Chad! See more of Chad's work at: https://wakingupcatholic.com/...
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Cooperating With God's Will
The Christian faith says that God has a plan for your life. That doesn't mean it is easy to follow that plan! Travis "T-Rev" Carter jumps into action gear showing how listening and stepping with God's plan can open dramatic new opportunities for you. Find T-Rev on the following places!...
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Cancelling The Cancel Culture
The Cancel Culture has seen a massive rise over the past year. Dave Brunsman dives into a discussion about what the cancel culture is, where we are seeing it today, and how we address it from a Christian perspective.
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Using New Media To Evangelize with Spirit Juice Studios
Saint John Paul II encouraged young creatives to take an active role in evangelization with the new media. Nobody has done this more effectively than Spirit Juice Studios. From working with big names like Bishop Robert Barron to working with local parishes and the USCCB, Spirit Juice Studios is...
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Joyful Christians with Father Leo Patalinghug
Some Christians seem to have joy, others not so much. Is the Gospel message of Christianity intended to produce joy in the believer? Find out what Father Leo Patalinghug of Plating Grace ministries gives his perspective on this perplexing proposition! See more of Father Leo's work at:...
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The ONE Problem In The Catholic Protestant Discussion - With Chris Bray
Why can't Catholics and Protestant Christians get along? While there are a LOT of agreements and disagreements, they seem to stem back to this ONE thing. Canadian Catholic Musician and apologist Chris Bray dives into this 1 thing with us today! Learn about it, how to discuss it, and how to move...
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The Genius of Ignatian Spirituality With Chad Torgenson
Ignatian Spirituality is a discipline in the spiritual life pioneered by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. This is one discipline that I have personally found very practical applications to daily life and I think everyone should consider trying it to continually renew the inner self. Chad Torgenson of...
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3 Arguments For God's Existence
When was the last time you heard a logical argument for the existence of God? Something beyond simply: Believe! Trent Horn jumps on the podcast to share 3 arguments for the existence of God, showing their strengths and weaknesses. He also teases us up with what he believes to be the best argument...
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From Poverty to Piety: How One Man Found God Through Suffering
Travis "T-Rev" Carter has a story that is enough to break any person down. From the loss of his mother in a brutal death, Travis comes out the other side as a strong believer that God had a plan. Why? Find out. Travis "T-Rev" Carter has a story that is enough to break any person down. From the…
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Is Being Good The Goal Of Christianity?
Many religious skeptics claim that all religion is intended to make good people. Is that right?
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Christians & Politics in America
Should Christians get involved in Politics? Louie Luepke dives into his thoughts on the topic. Follow us on our Facebook Page! https://www.facebook.com/practicaltheism Follow Josh on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/joshyyred/ Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying...
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Ep. 2: Is Jesus Relevant Today? With Dave Brunsman
Is Jesus Relevant today in 2021? There are many secular belief systems that want to keep Jesus and religion in particular out of the public square. But with all of the turmoil going on today, is that really what we need? Or, perhaps, is it possible we need Jesus now more than ever before? Follow…
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Ep. 1: Why Are People Leaving Christianity? with Dave Brunsman
With pew research studies showing that there is an increase in the number of the "nones" or the non religiously affiliated, Josh dives into why people are leaving Christianity with RCIA Director Dave Brunsman. Not only that, they discuss what Christians can do to bring people back into the faith...
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Jesus' Last Word On The Cross & Consuming The Lamb
Jesus commits his spirit to God the father in his last words before he dies. The veil breaks in two. He quotes yet another psalm. Oh and we are supposed to consume the lamb? Watch it on Youtube! https://youtu.be/EMdpevle7RE
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It Is Finished - What Jesus Meant And Thirsted For
Th 5th and 6th last saying of Jesus is what we are covering today when he comments, quotes and fulfills the Psalm in saying "I Thirst". After taking a sip of soured wine, he claims "It is finished". But what exactly was finished? Let's explore a possibility! Watch on Youtube!...
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Why Have You Forsaken Me? The Real Atonement
Taking a look at Jesus' words on the cross, Eli Eli Lama Sabachtani. What did Jesus mean by it? Also, did God REALLY separate himself from Jesus at this point on the cross? Watch on Youtube! https://youtu.be/29yYTM9HegQ
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Woman, Behold Your Son - Mary, The New Eve
In Jesus' declaration of Mary as "woman", Jesus was not being anti women or masagionistic in any way. Rather, he was guiding us to a fundamental connection between Mary and Eve in the garden. Watch on Youtube! https://youtu.be/zP4ZWT6QRC4
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Christianity and Crisis
Panic is swarming the globe around the current pandemic that is plaguing our world. It is important as Christians to put the pandemic into perspective and to seek how God is looking to work with YOU through it.
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The Thief On The Cross St. Dismas - 7 Last Sayings Of Christ
St. Dismas who was the theif on the cross that defended Christ, to which Christ replied "Today you will be with me in paradise." What does this tell us about the nature of salvation, and the penitent man? Watch it on YouTube! https://youtu.be/i2W2nUWdSIo
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Father Forgive Them - 7 Last Sayings Of Christ
While hanging on the cross, Jesus bore the sin of humanity. He uttered 7 last sayings thought, which present keen insight into truths about God, Christ, and the fulfilment of the covenant. In John 23:34, we see the first of these sayings, "Father forgive them, for they know not what they do".…
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Who Is God? The Gospel Of Me
A lot of new age thinking has this idea that we are God. We are God in our life. I think there is a fundamental misunderstanding of what and who Christians say God is. Is the true "good news" the one of me myself and I? Or is it something deeper?
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Freedom Through Weightlifting And Keeping The Commandments
In today's gospel reading from John 8, we see that keeping the words of Christ produces life not death. When we are the follower of someone, we make a daily decision to heed their advice and follow their teaching. There is something more with Christ though and the commands that he makes.…
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Walking Through Words and Discipleship | John 8:31-42
In reflecting on the gospel for today, I had a number of thoughts to share about the "Word" of God, how it is not confined to Scripture alone and that our conforming to the Word is what discipleship and sonship is all about. If we are sons and daughters of the covenant family, then as Jesus says,...
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Who Is Jesus Through A Jewish Lens
Jesus made very clear identifications with himself as God when seen through a Jewish lens. In looking at the Gospel reading today from John chapter 8, we see how Jesus is using the old testament scriptures and the Jewish tradition to share with his followers his true identity and also point…
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Transcendent Justice | How God's Mercy Exceeds Expectation
When Jesus sees the men who want to stone the woman caught in adultery in John chapter 8, we see his radical justice at work. He condemns the men who want to judge the woman, pointing to the reality that it is God that judges us, but then the story takes a turn that we might not expect, but it...
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The Idol Factory Is Open For Business!
The big problem with humanity is our nature. We have a tendency to place all of our focus on the things and goods of this world that cannot ultimately satisfy the soul. But rather, the move that Christianity makes is to place ultimate worship on God, the creator, the ground and sustainer for all…
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Living the Adventure of Faith!
Faith is an adventure that is lived out through life! Do you see your faith that way? It can completely transform how you approach your daily life.
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Bishop Barron To Light A Fire On The Earth Book Review
I just finished Bishop Barron's book "To light a fire on the Earth" which dives into a bit more of a personal space interview style with Bishop Robert Barron. I found the book to be enlightening, learning more about one of my favorite evangelists, and definitely helped me gain more focus and...
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My Conversion (Reversion) To Catholic Christianity Testimony Part 3/3
My journey back tot he Catholic Church was marked by a lot of things, but primarily it was marked by an intellectual journey. I was fascinated by the Catholic Intellectual tradition and it made sense of Christianity to me in a way that the faith never had before. I started to see the world…
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My Conversion (Reversion) To Catholic Christianity Testimony Part 2
In part 2 of my journey, I talk about my time away from the Catholic Church. After making rounds to different non catholic churches and other christian faith traditions, I started to see that not everything was as it seemed. There were inconsistencies in some of the doctrines verses what I was...
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My Conversion (Reversion) To Catholic Christianity Testimony Part 1
My testimony is a journey through and through. It is pretty lengthy, so I am breaking it into 3 parts. Stay tuned for more!
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What Is Your Identity In Christ?
I had the opportunity to do my first public talk at The Sower service at St. Clare's in Canyon Country this past week. It was such a great experience! I spoke on What is your identity in Christ? How do you go about seeking out your purpose as a Christian? I hope that you enjoy it!
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Setting New Year Goals For 2019
Setting goals for the new year is hands down one of the best things that you can do for yourself. Even better, set measurable actions that you can accomplish every week and month and make THOSE the barometer of your success!
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Why I'm Excited About 2019!
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Cultural Vs. Biblical Fatherhood
Fatherhood is a huge topic in todays society whether we want to recognize it or not. A lot of our breakdown in the society today can be derived from a lack of examples. We need to take a deeper look at how we view fatherhood and put the pieces back together.
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Pascal's Wager | Where Are You Placing Your Bet?
Blaise Pascal placed a wager when he was alive and argued that it was more logical to believe in God than to not. Can this be a valid way to come to belief?
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SmallFoot Movie Review | Christian Themes!
SmallFoot the Warner Entertainment Group's latest animated movie is filled solid with a crucial element of religious underpinning, and it isnt what you would expect.
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God Is Non Competitive
One of the most essential aspects about God that theists believe is what we would call teh "non competitiveness" of God. God is not some physical being like the gods of Greek mythology. Rather, God can necessarily invade his creation, without disrupting it!
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Making God In Your Own Image
We all have a tendency to look at God and see him through our own ideal perception sometimes. I dislike this, therefore God dislikes that. This is a dangerous proposition and one that we need to be very wary of when we talk about who and what we mean when we say God. Making God in your own image...
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The Problem With Humanity: And God's Solution
When you look at the basic tenets of Christianity it boils down to the fact that humanity has an issue. There is something that is fundamentally missing from the human dynamism. We were created with a specific intent and purpose, but somewhere along the way we became distant to that purpose. We...
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On Leaving The Catholic Church & Scandal
These are trying times for the Catholic Church with all of the Scandal arising again. But I think that there are some important things that we need to think with while we look at and deal with scandal in the church. And the last thing we need to do, is run away.
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Who Wrote The Bible?
God wrote the Bible, that is undisputed among Christians, but in what sense or manner did He do this? To answer this, we have to look at how we know the Scriptures are infallible and inerrant. We break the surface of that question here.
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Idols Are Bad! And You Probably Have Some
We all have idols in our lives. And they are not the greatest thing to have our attention on because they throw life way out of balance!
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What is a covenant?
How does a covenant differ from a contract? What is involved in God's covenant? Covenant is the primary theme throughout the scriptures and it is vital that we look at God's dealings with humanity through that lens.
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