Episodes

  • Season 1, Episode 15: Sabbath
    Jun 23 2022

    That God Show closes out its first season with a look at the idea of Sabbath. Many know that observing the Sabbath is one of the Ten Commandments, but what has that meant for different religions and denominations over time? And what might Sabbath mean for people today, religious or not, in the midst of busy lives?

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    30 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 14: War
    May 11 2022

    The daily horrors of Ukraine have pushed war front of mind for all of us, causing us to question how we feel about war in general. Are you a pacifist? Is there such a thing as a “just” war? What about holy wars? We discuss it all on the newest episode of That God Show.

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    29 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 13: Cults
    Apr 25 2022

    Cults—or new religious movements—can be both fascinating and frightening. How has the definition of “cult” changed over time? What tactics do charismatic leaders use to draw people in—and keep them there? What should mainstream organizations be doing to better meet the needs of those who are looking for community? Let’s discuss.

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    31 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 12: Easter
    Mar 31 2022

    Is there any other day in the Christian calendar that raises more questions than Easter? We tackle a lot of them—from bunnies and eggs to the Passover connection and the Resurrection—in the latest episode of That God Show.

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    30 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 11: Prayer
    Mar 22 2022

    Many of us pray with intention. Others utter prayers without realizing it. (Does “God help me!” ring a bell?) Do our prayers affect God? Do they affect us? And where does meditation fit in? Let’s discuss.

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    26 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 10: Evil
    Mar 4 2022

    If God is all powerful and perfectly good, how and why does evil exist? In other words, why do bad things happen to good people? We discuss theodicy, Satan, and free will on episode 10.

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    26 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 9: Valentine’s Day (Love)
    Feb 7 2022

    How did February 14th become the day we celebrate our sweethearts? Did Saint Valentine start it or…Geoffrey Chaucer?? And whether we’re spending the day with our Valentine, our Galentine, or we’re flying solo, how does God fit into a day known for love? Let’s discuss.

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    25 mins
  • Season 1, Episode 8: Apocalypse
    Feb 1 2022

    Life never feels as apocalyptic as February in Minnesota. Going into the third year of the pandemic and with Don’t Look Up streaming on TVs across the nation, it’s even more grim than usual. What better moment, then, to discuss end times? We move fast and cover a lot in this episode—check out thatgodshow.com for additional reading and resources.

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    26 mins