Starring Jordan "Bro" McCray, better known as JB, as her and a weekly guest entertain the listeners with their opinions on everyday things. JB creates a category each episode and ranks all of your favorite things. Tune in for all loads of entertainment, laughs, and hot takes.
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Why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again. Get early access to new episodes and bonus content when you become a supporter. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreon for early access to new episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justinbrierley/membership Support via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/brierleyjustin Support via Tax-deductible (USA): https://defendersmedia.com/portfolio/justin-brierley/ ...
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30. Surprised by God: 3 ways to welcome the returning tide of faith
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If the 'Sea Of Faith' is coming in again, how can the church lean in to the 'Surprising Rebirth' phenomenon? In this Season 1 finale, Justin presents three ways to welcome the tide, drawing on lessons from the Jesus Revolution and the imaginative work of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien. Justin speaks to secular and Christian thinkers such as Tom Holland, …
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29. The Problem with Church: Recovering from power, politics, scandal and abuse
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A series of high-profile scandals have rocked the evangelical church. Politicisation and Christian nationalism are on the rise. How can the the church recover from abuse and leadership failures in order to meet the rising tide of meaning seekers? Justin relives an infamous interview with Mark Driscoll, and hears from Mike Cosper, Karen Swallow Prio…
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28. Is The Tide Turning? Gen Z and the Asbury Awakening
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The next generation is remarkably open to spirituality according to recent data. Could the 'Asbury Awakening' be evidence of a renewal bubbling up among Gen Z? Justin speaks to pastors, thinkers, statisticians and Gen Z leaders who have noticed a surprising surge of interest in faith, alongside stories of unusual growth in Catholic, Orthodox and ev…
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27. Guillaume Bignon: A french atheist's surprising conversion
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After falling for a Christian woman while on vacation, atheist Guillaume Bignon set out to disprove her faith. However, his investigation turned up evidence that he could not easily dismiss. Then, when God 'reactivated' his conscience... everything changed. In this bonus episode, Justin speaks to Guillaume Bignon author of 'Confessions of a French …
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26. Psychedelics and the Search for God: Ashley Lande’s surprising journey to faith
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Psychedelics are back in vogue as influencers promote hallucinogens as a gateway to spiritual enlightenment. The boom in mind-expanding drugs even seems to be opening up some people to the possibility of God. But what are the dangers of taking shortcuts to the transcendent? Justin hears from those arguing for and against the psychedelic resurgence …
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25. The Believing Brain: How Iain McGilchrist rediscovered the soul
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Why did atheist neuroscientist Christoph Koch recently lose a 25-year-old bet on consciousness? Why is 'panpsychism' in fashion? And could the latest research on the brain be pointing us back towards God? Justin speaks to scientists and philosophers such as Sharon Dirckx and Philip Goff on the surprising turn away from atheist materialism. Ex-athei…
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24. Alex O’Connor & Justin Brierley: Is The Rebirth Real? Edinburgh Debate
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Justin engages with atheist youtuber Alex O'Connor in a live audience conversation in Edinburgh, hosted by Patrick Brown of Trinity Forum Europe. They discuss Justin's 'Surprising Rebirth' thesis and whether the Bible is the foundation of Western morality. Alex also surprises the audience by reciting a CS Lewis poem from memory. For Justin's speaki…
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23. Emerging from the Meaning Crisis: The death of Daniel Dennett and rebirth of Jordan Hall
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Do we have free will? Many leading atheist voices say 'no'. Determinism has become a popular philosophy, but has contributed to a meta-crisis and a mental health crisis. Hearing from thinkers such as Alan Noble, Elizabeth Oldfield and Iain McGilchrist, Justin asks whether the passing of influential philosopher Daniel Dennett may herald a new openne…
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22. Are We Seeing A Christian Revival? Live from the UnHerd Club - Justin Brierley, Alex O'Connor, Elizabeth Oldfield & Freddie Sayers
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Justin was recently invited to the UnHerd Club in London to defend the thesis of The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God. In this bonus episode he shares the conversation he had with atheist thinker Alex O’Connor and Christian thinker Elizabeth Oldfield as well as audience Q&A. The event was hosted by UnHerd presenter Freddie Sayers. More info, boo…
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21. Tammy Peterson: Miracles, conversion and being married to Jordan
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The last few years have been a rollercoaster ride of fame, controversy, serious illness and surprising faith for Tammy and Jordan Peterson. In this extended interview Tammy talks to Justin Brierley about her miraculous recovery from terminal cancer, her recent conversion to Catholicism and the growing interest in faith she is witnessing though the …
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20. The Logos Behind Life: The dissident scientists discovering a mind beyond matter
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Why did Antony Flew, one of the world's leading atheists, announce in 2004 that he believes in God? Why did atheist philosopher Thomas Nagel's 2012 book 'Mind And Cosmos' get him labelled as a heretic by his peers? Justin Brierley explores why the discovery of the DNA code, the search for the origin of life, the complexity of the cell, and the math…
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19. A Goldilocks Universe - The surprising science pointing to God
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New Atheism proclaimed that science had buried God. However, as new evidence about the surprising origins of the universe and its fine-tuning for life has emerged, perhaps God was waiting for us all along. Justin speaks to scientists and thinkers including Jennifer Wiseman, John Lennox and Stephen Meyer. Peter Byrom also examines whether Richard Da…
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18. The Alternative Story Of Science
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The New Atheists used science as their trump card against religion. But what if we've been sold a false story about 'science vs faith'? Justin speaks to scientists, historians and thinkers about modern myths, the conflict thesis and the Christians who launched the scientific revolution. Along the way we hear from Peter Atkins, David Hutchings, John…
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17. Live In London: Tom Holland & Justin Brierley in conversation
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Historian Tom Holland, author of 'Dominion', joins Justin Brierley for a public conversation on The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God. They discuss Holland's own intellectual and spiritual journey, including an answered prayer to a health crisis. But is the renewed interest in the value of faith among secular intellectuals evidence of a turning o…
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16. Did The Resurrection Really Happen? A classicist discovers the living Christ
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The Christian faith began with the strange claim of a crucified and resurrected Messiah. But can 21st Century people believe in such a miracle at 2,000 years distance? Justin speaks with scholars who are part of a surprising rebirth of the historical evidence for the resurrection. Alongside thinkers such as Jonathan Pageau, Lydia and Tim McGrew, Jo…
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15. More Than Mythology: Why Molly Worthen changed her mind
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New Atheism popularised 'Jesus Mythicism' - an online movement denying the existence of Jesus. But in recent years the trend in academia has gone in the opposite direction as research sheds new light on the reliability of the story of Jesus in the Gospels. Justin speaks to thinkers such as John Dickson, NT Wright, Lydia Mcgrew and Peter J Williams …
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14. Why Does The Bible Refuse To Die?
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The death of the Bible has been predicted many times, yet today it remains the bestselling book in the world as a new generation of meaning seekers turn back towards its ancient wisdom. Justin examines how thinkers such as Jordan Peterson, Marilynne Robinson and Jonathan Haidt have been rehabilitating the Bible and hears from scholars such as Tim M…
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13. Francis Spufford & Andrew Klavan: A celebrated author and Hollywood screenwriter come to faith
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Prize-winning author Francis Spufford was an atheist for over 20 years before finding his way back to faith. His book 'Unapologetic: Why, despite everything, Christianity can still make surprising emotional sense' was an unconventional response to New Atheism. Hollywood screenwriter and bestselling novelist Andrew Klavan, also came to Christian fai…
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12. The Christian Revolution: Why the cross changed the world
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The early Christian claim that the God-man Jesus had been crucified for the sake of the world was 'foolishness' to the Greco-Roman world. Yet this countercultural belief in a God of sacrificial love ended up reshaping our instincts about human value, equality and compassion. Justin resumes his conversation with Tom Holland alongside other historian…
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11. The Sexual Revolution: Why Louise Perry changed her mind
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The 20th Century's sexual revolution led to free love and the modern hookup culture. But some secular intellectuals are now saying we need to return to the values of the 1st Century sexual revolution. Justin hears from historians and thinkers who identify Christianity as the source of secular human rights, and why feminists such as Louise Perry are…
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10. History Maker: Why Tom Holland changed his mind about Christ
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Whether modern westerners realise it or not, their world has been shaped by the Jesus revolution of 2,000 years ago. Popular historian Tom Holland is a notable voice who has been reminding his secular peers of the Christian waters they swim in and why it matters. In this 'third act' of the documentary series Justin charts how the Christian story sh…
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9. Paul Kingsnorth & Martin Shaw: A poet and mythologist convert
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Why are poets and storytellers being drawn towards Christ? In this bonus episode Justin speaks to two adult converts to Christianity whose stories overlap in remarkable ways. Celebrated poet and author Paul Kingsnorth, and mythologist and storyteller Martin Shaw, both had unexpected conversions that have led them into the Orthodox church. More info…
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8. Ayaan Hirsi Ali: A New Atheist embraces Christianity
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Ayaan Hirsi Ali recently announced her conversion to Christianity. The Somali-born ex-Muslim was one of the key voices of New Atheism in the mid 2000s but created a big stir when she published an article titled 'Why I am a now a Christian'. In this bonus episode Justin speaks to Elizabeth Oldfield and Glen Scrivener about Hirsi Ali's story, hearing…
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7. The New Thinkers: A new conversation on God
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As New Atheists turned their attention to battling the quasi-religions of 'woke' ideology in academia and culture, so a new generation of secular thinkers have begun a new conversation on God. Justin Brierley charts the changes wrought by the culture wars and introduces some key thinkers who are asking whether we can live without the Christian stor…
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6. The Meaning Crisis: Why we're all religious deep down
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Why is a mental health crisis sweeping the West? In a world where we can choose to be whatever we want to be, is this also an identity crisis? Justin hears from thinkers, psychologists and converts on The Meaning Crisis engulfing our culture and whether the Christian story could be poised to answer it. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbr…
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5. The Jordan Peterson Phenomenon
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Jordan Peterson rose to fame in 2018 as a secular psychologist pointing his large audience back to the Bible. Is he a 'gateway drug' for Christianity? And what does he actually believe about God? Justin hears from thinkers, converts and the man himself about why so many have flocked to his message. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierl…
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4. Alex O'Connor: Losing faith in New Atheism
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A bonus episode of full conversation with popular atheist YouTuber Alex O Connor (aka Cosmic Skeptic). He talks to Justin about his own changing relationship with new atheism, and why he is rethinking some of his early takes on Christianity. The documentary format resumes next week. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisin…
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3. Thank God for Richard Dawkins
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New Atheism sought to demolish belief in God. Ironically, it led to a revival in Christian apologetics and even the conversion of a number of atheists. Justin Brierley speaks to thinkers, skeptics and converts who have reconsidered their approach to faith and are grateful that Richard Dawkins opened up the God question for them. More info, book & n…
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2. Elevatorgate: How the culture wars killed New Atheism
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How did an incident in an elevator spark the downfall of New Atheism? Justin Brierley hears from those inside and outside the movement on the sexual scandals and controversies that led to feminists, LGBT and trans activists clashing with New Atheist leaders and advocating instead for 'Atheism +'. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley…
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1. The Rise and Fall of New Atheism
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New Atheism was an aggressive and very popular form of atheism that emerged in the mid-2000s led by the '4 horsemen' - Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Christopher Hitchens and Daniel Dennett. Speaking to a range of experts and commentators Justin Brierley charts the rise of New Atheism and hears from those who began to question the direction of the mo…
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Introducing 'The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God' documentary series
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In this introductory trailer, Justin Brierley introduces a new long-form documentary podcast 'The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God', telling the story of why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again. Featuring interviews with secular and Christian thinkers such as Jordan Peterson, Richard Dawkins, Alex O Conno…
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Episode 12 - Sit-Down Restaurants
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BIRTHDAY EPISODE! Starting off Gemini Szn right as Jordan Bro is joined by bestie Jazzy Kittle as they talk all things sit down restaurants! Listen as they rank the most popular chain restaurants across the country. Question for the audience, have you ever had a birthday dinner at any of the restaurants they listed?…
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Episode 11 - Pizza Places
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Northern California rise up as Jordan Bro is joined by Wyatt Touchet as they talk about all things carryout pizza. Things might get a little cheesy as they discuss their favorite places, styles of pizza, and how pineapple DOES belong on pizza! Question for the audience, have y'all ever tried Detroit style pizza?…
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SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT! Jordan Bro welcomes back Diggy D to Top Tier to celebrate the 10th episode of the series. In this special episode JB takes a break from "ranking things" and talks about food and community. Gather round and tune into this heartfelt episode where they discuss family traditions and the Las Vegas food scene.…
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JB is joined this week by special guest Donovan Hicks as they rank their favorite UNLV food places. Listen to find out top tier UNLV eats and other food tips and tricks for the college area.Kirjoittanut JB
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Episode 8 - Fast Food Fries
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Tune in and listen to JB and her guest A-Scat discuss fast food fries. They rank all of the best and the worst fast food fries and even take a roadtrip for a taste test!Kirjoittanut JB
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Episode 7 - Fast Food Restaurants
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On today's episode of Top Tier, JB welcomes Jess B. to the studio as they discuss everyones favorite fast food restaurants. Listen as these two ladies talk about McDonald's discontinuing all day breakfast and Chick-fil-a's seasonal milkshakes!Kirjoittanut JB
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Join JB and her guest Yuri Green as they talk all about fruits. They will discuss a range of fruits like peaches from Georgia to pineapples from Hawaii. Question for listeners, are you a green or a red grape person? Leave a review/rating and tell JB all about your fruit opinions.Kirjoittanut JB
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Tune in as Jordan Bro invites Tairese Hall back onto Top Tier to talk about snacks. They will debate how people of all ages love fruit snacks and what is an appropriate time of day to eat popcorn.Kirjoittanut JB
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JB and her special guest Ryan Gilder rank all of your fan favorite desserts in this episode. Listen as they debate whether banana pudding is served hot or cold and oddly enough the geography of California in this hilarious back and forth episode!Kirjoittanut JB
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Join Jordan Bro and her guest A-Scat, one of the voices of Las Vegas from the show Clock In, Clock Out as they talk all things side dishes! Tune in as we talk about the range of sides from Raising Canes coleslaw to grandmas mac n cheese.Kirjoittanut JB
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Join your host JB and, her guest of the week, Diggy D from the voices of Las Vegas & Clock In, Clock Out. This week they are talking about a hot take on wings, age limits on eating pigs in a blanket, and "are pickles a vegetable?".Kirjoittanut JB
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Listen to your host Jordan Bro and this weeks guest Tairese Hall talk about all of your breakfast favorites! This weeks topics include a hot take on avocado toast, making omelettes on Mother's Day, and answering the question of 'is bacon salty?".Kirjoittanut JB
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Facing Cancer with Faith with guest Rev. Percy McCray
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #12, host Bonnie Curry talks with Rev. Percy McCray of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, about facing a cancer di…
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Can Faith and Therapy Co-Exist? ...with Anthony Evans & Stacy Kaiser
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #11, host Bonnie Curry talks with Anthony Evans and Stacy Kaiser about their new book, "When Faith Meets Therapy." Pleas…
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Is Heaven Real? ...with Lee Strobel
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #10, host Bonnie Curry talks with atheist-turned-Christian and award-winning author Lee Strobel about his two-year journ…
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Panic To Peace with Christian Musician Jordan Feliz
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #9, host Bonnie Curry talks with Christian musician Jordan Feliz about how a panic scare has since deepened his relation…
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Rick Hamlin, Author of "Even Silence Is Praise"
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #8, host Bonnie Curry talks with Rick Hamlin, the author of "Even Silence Is Praise: Quiet Your Mind and Awaken Your Sou…
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TBH: Depression, Suicide & Grace With Daniel Kennedy
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #7, host Bonnie Curry talks with Daniel Kennedy, Director of the documentary "Living Through It." Please follow & rate t…
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Oasis of HOPE With Dr. Francisco Contreras
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Abide Radio is an award-winning interview podcast presented by the Abide app that connects you with Christian mindset leaders making an impact in the world with real lifestyle experiences of God’s grace and redemption. In Episode #6, host Bonnie Curry talks with Dr. Francisco Contreras, Director and President of the Oasis of Hope Hospital in Mexico…
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