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137. Identity After Deconstruction

137. Identity After Deconstruction20 aug53 min

In today's special Episode, guest hosts Tamice Spencer-Helms (⁠⁠Black Modern Mystic⁠⁠), ⁠⁠Ciarra Jones⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Brian Recker⁠⁠ explore their journeys of faith, deconstruction, and reconstruction, challenging traditional views of God, Jesus, and church. They share personal stories, critique religious doctrines, and envision a more inclusive spirituality rooted in love and justice.

Chapters

03:54 Discussion of Calvinism, Christian hedonism, and faith shifts

13:11 How beliefs about God and Jesus evolve through deconstruction

22:07 The social construction of God and redefining divine language

29:05 The significance of Hush Harbors and black spiritual spaces

33:05 The role of nature and liberation in faith and history

39:09 The ongoing process of faith reconstruction and love for God

45:03 The importance of community, justice, and inclusive spirituality

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