{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Unrefined Podcast .com","title":"E101 Spiritual Weirdness: When Faith Gets Funky","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/354c725e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3930,"description":"In this episode  Dr. Merrill G Greene discusses his book \"The Weirdness of God\" and his journey from a conservative Baptist background to exploring altered states of consciousness in the Bible and contemporary charismatic Christianity. Hosts Brandon and Lindsy engage with Dr. Greene on topics such as the Trinity, the Holy Spirit, and the phenomenon of speaking in tongues. They delve into the theological and experiential aspects of these subjects, emphasizing the importance of an open-mind to God, discernment, and a deep relationship with God in understanding and practicing spiritual gifts.\nhttps://www.weirdgod.com/\nNew book- https://amzn.to/4ckVeWR\n(This site contains product affiliate links.\nWe may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links.)\n\nTimestamps:\nAltered States of Consciousness (00:01:24)\nConversion Journey (00:03:10)\nBiblical Basis for Charismatic Experiences (00:06:29)\nThe Weirdness of God the Father (00:08:38)\nWeirdness of Jesus (00:14:49)\nWeirdness of the Holy Spirit (00:18:24)\nThe weirdness of altered states (00:19:30)\nManifestations of the Holy Spirit (00:20:20)\nBalancing manifestations in church (00:21:18)\nCharismatic leanings and theology (00:23:12)\nGod's creativity and our limitations (00:24:24)\nFaith, risk, and supernatural manifestations (00:25:29)\nObedience and supernatural encounters (00:27:27)\nControversy and power of speaking in tongues (00:29:35)\nVariety of tongues and spiritual interpretation (00:31:06)\nComparative religious studies and supernatural encounters (00:36:12)\nEncountering God and embracing diversity (00:38:12)\nThe gift of miracles (00:39:20)\nThe prophetic and its impact (00:41:07)\nHoning of spiritual gifts (00:45:12)\nDiscernment and relationship with God (00:48:50)\nCriticism of the charismatic movement (00:53:05)\nTheology of intent and supernatural experiences (00:57:46)\nThe Salvation Army Encounter (00:58:16)\nGuidance to Work with the Poor (00:59:35)\nPreparation for Ministry (01:01:05)...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/SEi08kDnmS3ucXi-RfuKquACTpfh-Kjws-EHkJR3Eps/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mYjhk/MGY5YjJhYTVlZGM1/ZDZhOWQ0MzNiMjIx/NWE4Yi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}