• Making Sense of Faith with Adam Hamilton

  • By: Adam Hamilton
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Making Sense of Faith with Adam Hamilton

By: Adam Hamilton
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  • Making Sense of Faith isn't your typical religious podcast. Join Adam Hamilton, bestselling author, speaker, and pastor, as he tackles life's biggest questions with intellectual depth and genuine compassion without asking you to check your brain at the door. Drawing from his experience as an author, speaker, and pastor with decades of conversations asking questions about faith, Adam explores faith that's both deeply rooted and forward-thinking. Here, doubt isn't the opposite of faith—it's part of the journey.
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  • In Praise of Honest Doubt: Why Questions are Beautiful and Powerful

    In Praise of Honest Doubt: Why Questions are Beautiful and Powerful
    Jan 7 2025
    What if your doubts about faith weren't a barrier to belief, but a gateway to deeper understanding? In this thought-provoking first episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles one of the most fundamental yet challenging aspects of faith: doubt. With warmth and authenticity, Adam shares his personal journey from skepticism to belief, while making a compelling case for why doubt isn't just normal – it's an essential part of a healthy faith journey. Drawing from both scientific perspectives and personal experiences, he creates a welcoming space for listeners to explore their own questions about faith, God, and the intersection of intellectual curiosity with spiritual growth.Doubt is Not Just Normal – It's Biblical: Adam reveals that 95% of people experience religious doubts, and he explains how biblical figures from Moses to Mary wrestled with their own uncertainties. Rather than viewing doubt as a weakness, he presents it as a natural part of engaging our intellect in our faith journey.The Science Behind Faith: Taking listeners on a fascinating journey through space with the James Webb Telescope, Adam explores how scientific discoveries can actually deepen our appreciation for the possibility of a divine creator, sharing insights from both Einstein and priest-physicist Georges Lemaître.Why People Leave Church – And Why It Matters: Drawing from recent research, Adam addresses head-on why 67% of people have stopped believing what their religion taught, acknowledging the valid concerns that drive people away from faith communities and offering a fresh perspective on approaching these challenges.Finding God in the "God-incidences": Through a powerful story about praying for a stranger in an airport, Adam illustrates how seemingly random moments can reveal deeper spiritual connections, showing how faith can manifest in practical, meaningful ways in our daily lives.Making the Choice to Believe: Rather than presenting faith as a set of mandatory beliefs, Adam frames it as a daily choice we make based on our experiences, knowledge, and observation of the world around us – making faith accessible to those who value both intellectual integrity and spiritual authenticity.No matter where you are on your journey, this episode offers a refreshing approach to spirituality that doesn't require checking your brain at the door. Through a blend of intellectual honesty, personal vulnerability, and spiritual wisdom, this conversation bridges the gap between doubt and faith. HIGHLIGHTS: [2:40] Why people having stopped believing in religion[4:28] We are meant to be critical thinkers and ask questions[5:45] Adam’s journey to faith through critical thinking, questions, and doubts[6:56] Why doubt doesn’t offend God and biblical examples of doubt[9:19] Everything in life requires a measure of faith[12:17] Doesn’t science negate the idea that there is a God?[16:20] Where did God come from? [20:01] What is a “God-incidence”? [23:16] How does believing in God impact your daily life?
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    27 mins
  • Welcome to Making Sense of Faith

    Welcome to Making Sense of Faith
    Oct 31 2024
    Do you ever find yourself asking big questions about life—questions that keep you up at night. Questions like: - How do we find faith in uncertain times? - Are science and faith even compatible? - And why do the innocent suffer?This podcast isn’t about easy answers or blind faith. It’s about diving into the tough questions—exploring faith with both your head and your heart. I want to invite you on a journey where we wrestle with doubt, embrace curiosity, and discover how a 2,000-year-old faith still speaks to the deepest parts of our lives today.In each episode, we’ll explore what it means to have faith in a world full of diverse beliefs, differing opinions, and real challenges. Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or a believer, Making Sense of Faith is here for anyone who’s looking for hope—without having to check their brain or values at the door.So, if you’re ready to explore a faith that builds bridges and offers hope, this podcast is for you. Let’s make sense of faith together.
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    1 min
  • Faith and Presidential Elections, Pt. 1

    Faith and Presidential Elections, Pt. 1
    Nov 6 2024
    In this inaugural episode of Making Sense of Faith, Pastor Adam Hamilton tackles faith and politics head-on in the wake of Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory. Join Adam for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about finding hope and building bridges in politically divided times.Rather than offering easy answers, this episode wrestles with tough questions:How do we process disappointment and fear after an election?Where is God when prayers seem to go unanswered?What does it mean to put faith in Jesus over politics?How can we build bridges instead of walls between different viewpoints?Whether you're celebrating or grieving the election results, this episode offers wisdom for moving forward with hope, grace and purpose. Adam shares personal insights from his experience leading one of America's largest United Methodist congregations and practical guidance for being part of the solution rather than adding to the division.Making Sense of Faith is a podcast for anyone who knows life's hardest questions deserve more than simple answers. Join us as we explore how ancient wisdom speaks to modern challenges.Subscribe for new episodes exploring life's biggest questions through the lens of Christian faith.Visit makingsenseoffaith.com for show notes and resources.
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    37 mins

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