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Unfeigned ChristianityGod Is Good (Another health update)Hey friends,
I just wanted to pop in here and say "Thank you!" to all of you who've reached out and expressed that you're praying for me and my family with the health issues that have come up in the last couple of months. I'm grateful that I am feeling better. My energy is recovering and the last several weeks have been quite a bit better all around. Here's a bit of an update.
Please continue to pray for us as you think about it.2024-04-0202 min
Unfeigned ChristianityHealth Update + Live Free Video Series Launch Delay
Hello friends,
This month has been a pretty difficult month for us as a family. I've been hit with some fairly significant health issues and it has led us to put pretty much everything on hold as we seek out some answers. Here's an update on everything.
We envy your prayers and thank you for your participation in this work!
Grace and peace.
Asher
2024-02-2905 min
Unfeigned ChristianityThe Bible Is Not about You - It's about God and His Partnership with HumanitySometimes we mistakenly center ourselves in the story of the Bible, as though the Bible is all about answering our questions and giving us direction for life. But the Bible is not simply about helping us navigate through life successfully.
It could be said the Bible is about God—who he is, what he has done, and what he is doing. More specifically, the Bible is Messianic literature. It’s about the Messiah: the God who became human. Therefore, it’s about US—God and Man. Following Jesus is about becoming him, becoming a part of His body....2024-02-0816 min
Unfeigned ChristianityWhat Does Asher Actually Believe about Gender?? (Responding to Questions)I recently published an article, Is It Sinful to Use “Transgender Pronouns”? In the article, I explored how Rosaria Butterfield recently “repented” from using what she calls, “transgender pronouns.” Why is she doing that? Should you feel the same way? A few people responded with some questions that I thought were worth responding to in a specific episode. So that's what we dive into today.
How do you think we can best build bridges with folks choosing to identify as transgender? You can send your feedback to podcast@asherwitmer.com.
Be sure to rate and review the pod...2024-02-0133 min
Unfeigned Christianity#100 - Jesus Sees Himself As Embedded within a Large StoryHow does the rest of the world view the Christianity that comes from the West? David Swartz does a wonderful job giving us reminding us that evangelical networks not only go out to, but also come from, the ends of the earth as he shares stories of resistance, accommodation, and cooperation in his book Facing West.
Then we dive into the third paradigm shift that helps us better understand the story of the Bible. That is that Jesus saw himself embedded within a large story.
Why is it important to understand that the Old and...2024-01-2435 min
Unfeigned Christianity#099 - The Bible Is a Collection of Writings by Various AuthorsGod Doesn't Waste a Thing! That's the book I talk about at the beginning of this episode. Even when life has changed in inconvenient ways, God will use it to further his purposes, as Luke Chance shares in his beautiful testimony of redemption.
After the blurb about the book, we dive into the second paradigm shift that helps us better understand the story of the Bible: it's made up of many pieces of writings written by many different authors.
Since the Bible was written by many different people, what implications does this have for how w...2024-01-1834 min
Unfeigned Christianity#098 - The Bible Is a Story: Everything That Does and Doesn't MeanThis week I discuss two books I've been reading, Counting the Cost by Jill Duggar Dillard and Becoming Free Indeed by Jinger Duggar Vuolo, and an important lesson I was reminded of as I've read them. Then, we dive into everything it does and doesn't mean that the Bible is a story. Does the fact that the Bible is a story mean we don't have follow any of its rules? We get into all that and more in this week's episode.
What is your biggest question about the Bible being a story? You can send your feedback to...2024-01-1045 min
Unfeigned Christianity#097 - God Gave Us His Word Through Story -- A Paradigm ShiftHey friends! Welcome to 2024!
To kick things off, I'm going to be sharing a series of episodes with you that addresses how we ought to interact with scripture. It'll be a paradigm shift for many of us: the Bible is a story, not a reference book. Today's episode introduces it all. Enjoy!
How does viewing the Bible as story instead of as a reference book change the way you approach it? You can send your feedback to podcast@asherwitmer.com.
Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know what...2024-01-0430 min
Unfeigned Christianity#096 - End of Year Reflections + My Five Favorite ReadsAs an end of year roundup, I discuss the interviews I did in 2023 that were highlights to me plus share my top 5 reads of the year. Here are some time-stamps for the episode:
The birth of our daughter (0:32). My three favorite conversations from the last year (1:56). Quarterly guided studies coming up in 2024 (24:42). WAP in 2024 (27:43). My five favorite reads (29:33).
What are your favorite reads of this past year? You can send your feedback to podcast@asherwitmer.com.
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Unfeigned Christianity#094 - The Church Is Not As Bad Off As We May ThinkIn this episode, I share some reflections on being a part of the Christian community, particularly relating to my experiences with the challenges of maintaining faith within flawed institutions. I opened up about my previous experiences with panic attacks, depression, and dealing with some personal and systemic issues in church communities, which sometimes led me to ask raw questions about faith and the role of the church. What I've discovered, however, is that despite the faults and failings, the church is not as terrible as it might seem.
It is filled with people who are on their...2023-11-2255 min
Unfeigned Christianity#093 - Unfeigned Christianity Update: Where I’ve Been and Where We’re GoingIt's been three months since I released an update. I share why in this personal update.
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Unfeigned Christianity#092 - A Conversation about Parenting, Women's Roles in the Church, & Participation in Broken Systems with Dorcas SmuckerIt was a pleasure to sit down with Dorcas Smucker and discuss all kinds of things, not the least of which included parenting.
We spent a good bit of time in the expanded version reflecting on some of the broken systems we've been a part of and talking about what to do when we realize we are currently participating in such a system. You can access that version here.
Be sure to check out Dorcas' blog and her books for yourself.
What are things you've learned about parenting? You can send your feedback...2023-09-2044 min
Unfeigned Christianity#091 - Why Women Should Get Theological Training w/ Kristi MastI had the honor of talking with Kristi Mast about her experience in Bible college, discovering the whole scope of Scripture more in-depth, and the importance of women getting this sort of Bible training.
Kristi serves on staff with Sattler College, and has recently published a Bible study specifically designed for guided women through the process of studying the Bible for themselves. You can check it out here.
How do people view women getting theological training in your church setting? You can send your feedback to podcast@asherwitmer.com.
If you'd like to...2023-08-1159 min
Unfeigned Christianity#090 - Discover Your Place in God's StoryI am SO EXCITED to tell you that we've opened enrollment once again to Finding My Place in God's Story. I share the full scoop in today's episode of Unfeigned Christianity.
Finding My Place in God's Story walks you through a 5-part process for understanding scripture and discovering your life's purpose.
You can learn all the details about the course and how to sign up through this link.
Don't wait -- enrollment isn't open for long!
P.S. Enrollment is open until Friday. However, the first 20 signups get to join me for an e...2023-07-3142 min
Unfeigned Christianity#089 - What It Looks Like to Live Out God’s Story"If the Bible is story and not a reference book where we find answers to theological questions, moral guidance for navigating ethical issues, or inspiration for the day, what are we to do when we face ethical struggles? Are you telling me not to go to the Bible for answers? What do we do with the various beliefs about God and doctrine and so forth? What do we do when we struggle to feel inspired?"
We look at all this and more in today's episode of Unfeigned Christianity.
I'd love to hear what questions do yo...2023-07-191h 03
Unfeigned Christianity#088 - How to Read the Bible As StoryAs we continue our series on how to connect with God and your purpose through His story, we take a deep dive into what God's story is and how to read the Bible as story. Just like all good stories, in God's story there are many moving pieces and it can be easy to miss the story unless we take time to step back and observe it fully. That's what we learn how to do in today's episode.
When you're done listening, I'd love to hear how seeing God's story and understanding the Bible as wisdom literature...2023-07-171h 34
Unfeigned Christianity#087 - Connect with God and Your Purpose Through His Story Do you long to be close with God and have a deeper confidence that you know why you exist? I think many people feel distant from God and unclear about life because they haven't gotten a good grasp of His story. In this episode, we're beginning a three-part series on finding connection with God and clarity about life purpose through a better understanding of His story.
When you're done listening, I'd love to hear whether you've ever seen your life as being a piece of God's greater story before? What questions do you have about God's story a...2023-07-1033 min
Unfeigned Christianity#086 - Reading the Bible As Story w/ Ricky MillerMy friend, Ricky Miller, joins me to discuss reading the Bible as story. Discovering the story nature of scripture has radically changed the way Ricky views the Bible.
While this approach can feel modern, it's actually a more historically accurate approach to scripture. We've simply grown accustomed to the more rigid approach to scripture perpetuated by the Reformation and the Fundamentalist movement.
Ricky serves as associate pastor of Skyline Mennonite Church, as well as a prison chaplain for New Horizons Ministries.
When you're done listening, I'd love to hear how reading the Bible a...2023-06-301h 05
Unfeigned Christianity#085 - Reading Scripture As Literature w/ Dru LattinDru joins me once again to dive deep into reading scripture as literature. How does this shape the way we interpret the Bible? Listen and find out!
You can hear more from Dru on his own podcast, That Jesus Podcast, where he explores what it means to be a radical apprentice of King Jesus.
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How does reading scripture as literature changes the way you understand t...2023-06-281h 05
Unfeigned Christianity#084 - Responding to Questions about Spanking, Same-Sex Attraction, and Sheila Wray GregoireIn this episode, I take some time to respond to feedback I've gotten over the last couple of months about my interviews on spanking, same-sex attraction, and Sheila Wray Gregoire.
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2023-06-193h 20
Unfeigned Christianity#083 - Using Data Responsibly (w/ Byran Smucker)How can statistics demonstrate the attributes of God? What does it look like for Christians to engage data honestly?
I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Byran Smucker on using data responsibly. Byran lives in Hamilton, OH (close to Cincinnati) with his wife, Amy, and their four children. He has a PhD in Statistics and Operations Research from Penn State and is an Associate Professor of Statistics at Miami University in Oxford, OH.
In the expanded version, we spend an extra twenty minutes discussing what to do when data contradicts our beliefs. You can listen to it...2023-06-0859 min
Unfeigned Christianity#082 - Laurie Krieg on What Her Mixed-Orientation Marriage Has Taught Her about Love and the GospelWhat is the purpose of marriage? Is it possible to marry the wrong person? What do you do if you find yourself in a marriage that feels impossible, like an impossible marriage?
I'm honored to have as my guest this week, Laurie Krieg. Along with being a wife and mother, she's an author and serves on the board of the Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. In this episode, we discuss the book she wrote with her husband, Matt, about being in what some call an "impossible marriage."
If you would like to read the book...2023-05-3142 min
Unfeigned Christianity#081 - Spanking As Sexual Violence Against ChildrenDid you know spanking can cause some children to experience sexual arousal? I didn't either until recent months. In this week's episode of Unfeigned Christianity, we dive into this with my guest sharing personal experience and research on the topic.
In the expanded version, we discuss how to discipline children without spanking them, particularly when it requires physical restraint. You can access that version here.
Mentioned in the episode is an essay: Why spanking children is sexual violence and a violation of God given bodily autonomy.
If you'd like to check out the...2023-05-2455 min
Unfeigned Christianity#080 - Finding Belonging in Singleness (Greg Coles Interview Pt. 2)In Part 2 of my conversation with Greg Coles, we look at how to find belonging in singleness. Our conversation touches on aspects of his second book, No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in a World of Alienation.
You can check out the rest of Greg's work and his book at https://www.gregorycoles.com/.
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I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. You can se...2023-05-1835 min
Unfeigned Christianity#079 - Single, Gay, and Christian (Greg Coles Interview Pt. 1)I'm super stoked to share with you my conversation with Greg Coles. We discuss his memoir, Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity. This episode is Part 1 of my conversation with him as we look at what it means to be gay and how to walk faithfully with Jesus while being undeniably gay.
You can check out Greg's work and his book at https://www.gregorycoles.com/.
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Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us...2023-05-1151 min
Unfeigned Christianity#078 - Sheila Wray Gregoire on the Lies We've Been Taught about Sex & How to Recover What God IntendedSheila has written many books on sex, but in The Great Sex Rescue, she specifically addresses the ways in which many Christian books and teachers on sex have misled people about what sex is and what healthy sex in marriage looks like. We dive into all of that in today's episode.
We spend an extra 10-15 minutes talking about what she would tell her younger self in the expanded version, here.I'd love to hear your feedback when you're done. Leave a review and let us know what you think!You can purchase...2023-05-0552 min
Unfeigned Christianity#077 - Social Work as an Act of Justice w/ Lowell HerschbergerI recently had the privilege of interviewing my friend Lowell Herschberger about his work as a social worker. I loved my conversation with him as a way of learning how to do justice as disciples of Jesus.
We get into what it's like to work with a secular government, how Christians can serve as social workers in good conscience, and much more.
In the expanded version, we spend 10-15 minutes talking about the role of gratitude in the work of justice at the very end. You can access that here.I'd love to hear...2023-04-2554 min
Unfeigned Christianity#076 - A Conversation on Power, Gender, and Roles within Creation w/ Rebekah Mui & Dru LattinIn this week's episode, I was privileged to be joined by Rebekah Mui and Dru Lattin to discuss power, gender, and roles. Now, we recorded this episode in early February, so we don't discuss any of the conversations that have taken place around the Christian world regarding gender and sexuality in the last month or so. But this episode is powerful, nonetheless. We're really peeling back the first layer of many in a complex conversation.
You can access the expanded version of this podcast here.I'd love to hear your feedback when you're...2023-04-041h 34
Unfeigned Christianity#075 - Dylo Cadet on Abuse That Happens in the Name of "Mission Work"I'm honored to be joined by Dylo Cadet to discuss his recent book, In the Name of "Mission Work." Dylo is a native Haitian who was raised in a loving Christian family. For almost a decade he has worked with different mission agencies from the Anabaptist denomination. He is a husband and a young father of two.
Dylo firmly believes that truth is our most important weapon in combatting any type of evil. In this book, he wishes to help arm the public with firsthand knowledge of how he has witnessed authority being misused in the context of...2023-03-031h 25
Unfeigned Christianity#074 - What Are We to Make of All the Commentary about Asbury?There has been a lot of commentary around the revival taking place at Asbury University. What are we to make of it all? What are we to make of Asbury? What are we to make of revivals?
All this and more on this week's episode.
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Unfeigned Christianity#073 - What Does Jesus Really Say about Divorce & Remarriage? (w/ Dwight Gingrich)I am thrilled to share with you all my conversation with one of my friends and mentors, Dwight Gingrich. He has been doing an in-depth study on divorce and remarriage. So far he has looked at the historical Anabaptist perspective on the exception clause and some of Jesus' teachings on divorce and remarriage. He plans to finish up Jesus' teachings and move on to Paul next.
If you would like to follow and support Dwight's work for yourself, visit his website here.
Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know what...2023-02-141h 32
Unfeigned Christianity#072 - Dru Lattin on How Our Faith Changes As Life UnfoldsGot to sit down with my friend, Dru Lattin and discuss "deconstruction" from a pastoral perspective. Although, we both acknowledge there are terms we like better. Basically, we talk about the ways our faith has changed as we gain more experiences.
Hope you enjoy!
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I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. What did you think about the things that surprised me the...2023-01-261h 28
Unfeigned Christianity#071 - The 3 Biggest Surprises I've Faced in Bible CollegeIn today's episode, I share how Bible college has impacted me. I specifically share the three biggest surprises I've faced in the five years of Bible college so far. In the expanded version, I also go into detail about the two biggest challenges. You can access that version right here.
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I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. What did...2022-12-151h 06
Unfeigned Christianity#070 - Why Should the Church Care about Racial/Cultural Issues? (Keeshon Washington)My friend Keeshon is back on to discuss some of the work he's been involved with lately, his journey of forgiving his parents, and why the church should care about racial issues (or other cultural issues). Has the church learned anything in the last couple of years with racial tensions at the forefront of American society?
We also spend some time in the expanded version discussing how to empower/transfer ownership to those you disciple. You can access the expanded version here.
You can find Keeshon's work and learn more about him at https://keeshonwashington...2022-12-011h 26
Unfeigned Christianity#069 - [NEW AUDIOBOOK] Live Free: Making Sense of Male SexualityYou can now purchase Live Free: Making Sense of Male Sexuality as an audiobook!
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If you would like to see my recent reviews of the book (and an explanation for why it took so long to get an audiobook), you can access them here.
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You can access 4 FREE chapters by entering your email ad...2022-11-2503 min
Unfeigned Christianity#068 - Worship, Sex, WOWWith this final chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com, we wrap up my review of my first book. Yes, there are things I would say differently. But I'm grateful this books has blessed and helped as many people as it already has. I believe it will continue to.
What about you? What do you think? Have you read it?
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Unfeigned Christianity#067 - Accountability, Internet Filters, and the Fear of GodIn this second-to-last chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com, I discuss the role accountability and internet filters can play in living in sexual freedom. I'm grateful I didn't address any earlier in the book. Find out why in today's episode!
Mentioned in the episode is my interview with Arthur Nisly where we discuss handling internet filters as we raise our kids. You can access that expanded podcast interview here.
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Unfeigned Christianity#066 - You Can Live without Sex, but Not without IntimacyIs it true that men pursue conquest primarily through a cause worth living for while women pursue conquest primarily through relationships? I don't think I'd say it that way if I wrote chapter 18 of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com, today. I explain why in today's episode.
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Unfeigned Christianity#065 - What I Learned about Purpose While Reading a Book in One SittingWe can find our life's purpose by seeing where God has already worked in our lives. That's what we look at in chapter 17 of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com.
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Unfeigned Christianity#064 - A Cause to Call Our OwnWhat is the mark that you are leaving in this world? What is the specific way you are participating in the greater story God is writing? Finding that and pouring energy into that is key to staying free from unwanted sexual behaviors. We discuss it more in chapter 16 of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com.
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Unfeigned Christianity#063 - In the Middle of Something Bigger Than OurselvesA crucial part of staying free is discovering how our sexuality fits into God's larger story. That's what this chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com is all about.
Mentioned in this episode is our course, Finding My Place in God's Story. Enrollment ends at midnight tonight. If you would like to learn more about the course and consider enrolling, you can visit the course page here: https://www.asherwitmer.com/find-my-place-in-gods-story/.
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Unfeigned Christianity#062 - More Than ConquerorsI would use a different word than "conqueror" if I wrote this chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com again. There are a few other ways in which I talk about purpose as men that I would change, but I'm relatively pleased with how little I disagree with myself in this chapter.
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Unfeigned Christianity#061 - Passive or Powerful?
In chapter 13 of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com, I transition from talking about sex and emotional health the larger purpose for our existence. Some things I'd say differently have to do with our stereotypes about gender roles.
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If you would like to follow along with this review and make sure that you don't miss any of it, be sure...2022-11-1618 min
Unfeigned Christianity#060 - Clearing the Fog
This chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com deals with lies that trip us up after we have experienced a certain level of freedom.
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Unfeigned Christianity#059 - The "F" WordThis chapter of https://www.TheLiveFreeBook.com helps you know what to do with the pain caused by wounding experiences, and I feel pretty good about it even today.
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Unfeigned Christianity#058 - What "All Things Work Together for Good" Really MeansI make a statement in this chapter of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com that completely miscommunicates what I intended to say!
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Unfeigned Christianity#057 - RecklessThis is the most important chapter in all of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com. But do I accurately reflect Romans? Watch the episode to find out!
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Unfeigned Christianity#056 - Mud Pies in a Slum, or a Holiday at the Beach?What if your problem with sexual sin isn't the result of having TOO MUCH desire, but too little? In this review of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com we look at how and why we settle for lessers forms of sexual pleasure.
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Unfeigned Christianity#055 - Finding Freedom from Unwanted Sexual Behaviors (w/ Arthur Nisly)I'm excited to have my uncle-in-law, friend, and colleague on the podcast to discuss his work with Hope Journey Guide in mentoring men who struggle with unwanted sexual behaviors. More recently, he has started training others who want to help mentor those struggling.
If you find yourself committing sexual behaviors you don't want to do, or if you desire to help others find freedom from such sexual behaviors, this episode is for you!
*As a heads up -- we botched the audio and video on this one, so it's not the best quality. But it...2022-11-101h 07
Unfeigned Christianity#054 - God Isn't GoodThis was the toughest chapter of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com to write and it was tough to read again. But it's necessary. Here's my take on it four years later.
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I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sur...2022-11-1013 min
Unfeigned Christianity#053 - Fig LeavesOne of the key premises of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com is that when we are compromising sexually, we do so because of deep insecurities we feel. One way to figure out what those insecurities are is by looking at the activities or the identity we lean into in order to feel significant.
We're back with another chapter review, and yes, there are a few things I'd say differently. :)
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If you would like to follow along with this review and make sure that you don't miss an...2022-11-0909 min
Unfeigned Christianity#052 - Drinking from a Well That Doesn't SatisfyWhat drives us to sexual compromise? In today's review of www.TheLiveFreeBook.com, we look at how we use sex to try and fill something that it wasn't intended to fill.
Also, I pretty much botched the story of the woman at the well.
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Unfeigned Christianity#051 - Like Wild Bulls Caught in NetsWelcome back to my review of Live Free: Making Sense of Male Sexuality. We are looking at chapter 4, "Like Wild Bulls Caught in Nets." I reveal the first of several things I would say differently. Listen to find out what it is! :)
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Unfeigned Christianity#050 - Why We Lie to Our Friends about How We're Really DoingToday, we're looking at chapter 3 of Live Free, "Why We Lie to Our Friends about How We're Really Doing"
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Unfeigned Christianity#049 - "Am I the Only One?"And we're on to chapter 2 of Live Free, "Am I the Only One?"
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Unfeigned Christianity#048 - The Day Every Man Wishes He Could UndoStarting today, I am beginning a chapter-by-chapter review of my book Live Free: Making Sense of Male Sexuality. It's been four years since I published Live Free and there are already a few things I'd say differently. Listen to this episode to find out what those things are for chapter 1, The Day Every Man Wishes He Could Undo.
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You can also access 4 FREE chapters by entering you...2022-11-0409 min
Unfeigned Christianity#047 - Live Free: a Review of My Own BookI've wanted to do this for a long time. In this episode, I'm announcing several big things coming up, but the first one to land is that I'm taking the month of November to review my book Live Free: Making Sense of Male Sexuality.
It's been four years since I published Live Free and there are already a few things I'd say differently. Listen to this episode to find out what those things are. :wink:
If you would like to follow along with this review and make sure that you don't miss any of it, b...2022-11-0130 min
Unfeigned Christianity#046 - Finding My Place in God's StoryJoin Finding My Place in God's Story and implement a 5-part process for better understanding scripture so you can further discover how God has gifted you to participate in his restoring work. Access the course here.
And if you're not ready for the course, get our FREE 6-part eBook that will help you discover the beauty of scripture. You can download it here.
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Unfeigned Christianity#045 - How Should Christians Think about Wealth? (w/ Jason & Titus)Should Christians pursue building wealth? Are they supposed to give all their money away? Is it possible to serve God and others better by building wealth? Is it okay for Christians to live in luxury? Should they have non-extravagant lives? We discuss all these questions and so much more on today's podcast episode on how Christians should think about wealth.
I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know what you thought.
Transitional music for this episode has been contributed by...2022-10-0759 min
Unfeigned Christianity#044 - Christians Are Called to Make Disciples, Not Converts
Too often, Christian evangelism centers on converting people to the faith. But we are actually called to make disciples.
God seeks to bring about restoration by redeemed people who learn to image Him in creation as they were designed to from the beginning. "Making disciples" entails the whole--sometimes messy--process of learning to image God, following Jesus.
This is what we discuss in the final part of our three-part series on "What Is the Gospel?"
I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure...2022-08-0325 min
Unfeigned Christianity#043 - How Can We Reflect God When We Are Actively Struggling with Sin? Today we release Part 2 of our three-part series on "What Is the Gospel?"
If mankind's purpose is to reflect God's goodness and beauty in creation, how can we do that when we often still struggle with sin?
Sin doesn't reflect God's goodness, does it? Pride, selfishness, manipulation, impatience, sexual immorality, strife--those all reflect the beast, not God. Yet, too often, even those of us who desire to follow Jesus and live in the power of the Holy Spirit actively struggle with sin at some level. Why is that and how do we overcome it?
2022-07-0535 min
Unfeigned Christianity#042 - What Does It Mean to Image God in Creation?Today, we begin a three-part part series looking at the Gospel and the story of mankind that we see unfolding in scripture and the world around us. We start with creation. Specifically, we're looking at the purpose God gave humanity as beings designed to reflect His goodness and beauty in the world.
I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know what you thought.
The opening song is Sunset Drive by Evert Z and the closing song is Homesick by Sean...2022-06-2929 min
Unfeigned Christianity#041 - Is It Dangerous to Get Married Young?Earlier this year, a listener sent me an article on how studies are revealing that those who do not first live with their partners before getting married have the lowest chance of divorce, even when they get married young.
In this episode, we discuss what this means, how marriage is complex for people coming from non-Christian backgrounds, whether it's wise to get married young, and what it means when someone is not married and they're getting older.
I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure to rate and review the podcast to l...2022-06-0356 min
Unfeigned Christianity#040 - My Life Story with Kendrick BylerKendrick Byler from Let It Shine recently interviewed me for his podcast. He asked me to share my life story. He particularly asked about key moments in my spiritual formation as well as what I would tell my younger self. With Kendrick's permission, I thought I'd share this episode with you as a way of hearing more of my own personal story.
Check out Let It Shine and other episodes from Kendrick's podcast here.
I'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know...2022-05-181h 31
Unfeigned Christianity#039 - What Overturning Roe Means for Christians
In this week's episode we discuss the recent leak about SCOTUS overturning Roe v. Wade. Is this a good thing? Why should we celebrate it? What does this mean for Christians? Would overturning Roe eliminate abortion? What else should Christians do to fight abortion?
We'd love to hear your feedback on the episode. Be sure to rate and review the podcast to let us know what you thought.
Transitional music for this episode has been contributed by Corey Steiner at https://www.coreysteinermusic.wordpress.com. The opening song is Sunset Drive...2022-05-1346 min
Unfeigned Christianity#038 - How Can Christians Disagree in Love on Social Media? (Seth Richey)It's no secret that discussions on social media can be extremely volatile and toxic. What's really sad is when even Christians get caught up in arguments and attacks.
I'm honored to have a new friend on the pod who has modeled to me what it looks like to disagree while still showing respect and love. Seth Richey doesn't always agree with everything I say. He has challenged me and added good counter perspective, but he always does it in love.
I want to be more like Seth.
We spend 30 minutes discussing how to k...2022-05-061h 12
Unfeigned Christianity#037 - Walking with Others As They Deconstruct (Christopher Witmer)There's a lot of talk about deconstruction. Some people find it dangerous and concerning. Others just are in a season of re-evaluating what they were taught or what they believe.
Is deconstruction bad? What if we find ourselves in a season of "deconstruction"? How do we navigate it?
What if we know others who are "deconstructing"? How do we walk with them? Especially if we see them coming to dangerous conclusions -- how do we walk with them?
In this episode, I'm honored to be joined by my brother to discuss how we ca...2022-04-291h 39
Unfeigned Christianity#036 - "He made both groups one and tore down the dividing wall of hostility."Maybe you've wondered why I spend time discussing racial issues. In this episode I explain why.
Contrary to some opinions, I don't discuss issues of race because I am trying to be woke or listen to left-wing media (I addresssed issues of race long before such accusations were trendy). I address these issues because central to the Gospel message is how Jesus has torn down walls of ethnic division and oppression.
Grab your Bibles, and let's dive into Ephesians.
If you'd like to become a member and access all our content, visit www...2022-04-201h 04
Unfeigned Christianity#035 - How Christians Should Process CRT: Responding to QuestionsBeginning last fall, I've been writing a series of articles responding to the question, "How should Christians process CRT?" Over the course of the articles, I've received a number of questions and comments that I thought I'd take some time to respond to via a podcast episode.
In this episode we address some of the major concerns people have with CRT and how to frame the conversation in a way that gives clarity for processing the theory as Christians.
If you'd like to become a member and access all our content, visit www.asherwitmer.com...2022-04-071h 56
Unfeigned Christianity#034 - What Is the Mark of the Beast (w/ Dr. Matthew Halsted)There have been speculations about what the "mark of the beast" might be, as referenced in the Revelation of John. Recently, many have speculated that the COVID-19 vaccine might be the "mark of the beast." Is it? Can something like a vaccine be the "mark of the beast"? How are we to understand eschatology and biblical prophecy? We discuss all this and more in today's episode with Dr. Matthew Halsted.
We spent an extra 15 minutes discussing whether or not there is going to be another "beast" or "anti-Christ" rise up and what that might look like. To...2022-03-031h 13
Unfeigned Christianity#033 - How Should Christians Think about Same-Sex Attraction? (with Abram Martin & Darnell Rohrer)Is same-sex attraction lust? What causes someone to be same-sex attraction? Will I cause someone who is same-sex attracted to struggle with lust if I get too close with them? We get into all this and more in today's episode with my friends Abram Martin and Darnell Rohrer.
This episode was originally recorded as a members-only livestream for our Patreon members. The whole thing is about an hour and a half, and you can access it and other expanded versions of our podcast by visiting, www.asherwitmer.com/member.
Mentioned in this episode are two...2022-02-2353 min
Unfeigned Christianity#032 - Faith, Ministry, and Sexuality: What an Unlikely Friendship Taught Me about Them (w/ Luci Kinsinger)Today, I'm honored to have my friend, Luci, on to talk about her recent book, Turtle Heart. In it, Luci writes about a friendship she developed with an older Ojibwe lady, Charlene.
Char broke some of Luci's stereotypes of what it meant to have faith in God, challenged her boundaries in time and service, and sent her on a search for a deeper understanding of sexuality. If you would like to read Turtle Heart for yourself, sign up to win a free copy of your own! https://www.asherwitmer.com/turtleheart/.
Or, if you'd like to...2022-02-0350 min
Unfeigned Christianity#031 - Ernesto Duke on How to Read the Old TestamentSince the Bible is a story, how should we read the Old Testament? How do its many stories and subplots fit into the over-arching Message? I'm honored to have Ernesto Duke on the show today to discuss how to read the Old Testament and understand its role in this grand story that points to Jesus. Ernesto is a prof of mine from Eternity Bible College, to learn more about him and about Eternity, visit www.eternity.edu.
As mentioned in the episode, we have just launched our online course Finding My Place in God's Story. Enrollment is...2022-01-271h 16
Unfeigned Christianity#030 - Does It Matter How I Read the Bible?The Bible is a story, expertly crafted to tell one cohesive message from beginning to end. Just like we wouldn’t open a book like Pilgrim’s Progress and jump to random parts of the story without reading the whole thing first, neither should we treat the Bible this way.
There is plot, conflict, subplots, and many different characters. The whole story of the Bible points to and culminates in Jesus—even the Old Testament.
But what does it meant to read the Bible as story? And is reading the Bible as story just an excuse...2022-01-2141 min
Unfeigned Christianity#029 - Do I Have to Read the Bible Every Day to Be a Good Christian?The Bible is not a reference book; it’s a story. And when we approach it like a reference book, we are susceptible to missing the story.
In this episode, we’re going to look specifically at the question of whether or not we HAVE to read the Bible every day in order to be a good Christian. I think we all know we need to read it. But WHY? What is the Bible doing or saying that is important for my everyday life?
Since the Reformation, protestant Christianity has emphasized the Bible and personal piety...2022-01-1418 min
Unfeigned Christianity#028 - Why Is the Bible So Hard to Get Into?Today, we’re digging deeper into why we sometimes find it hard to be all that interested in the Bible. What makes one feel like they HAVE to read the Bible instead of feeling like they GET to read the Bible?
2:26 - When the Bible didn't work how I thought it should
3:55 - Reframing how we approach the Bible
8:56 - Three ways we treat the Bible like a reference book
16:55 - What the Bible actually is
As mentioned in the episode, this is an introduction to the forthcoming course, Finding My Place in God's Story. If you are...2022-01-0721 min
Unfeigned Christianity#027 - God Gave Us His Message by Telling Us a Story Through the BibleHave you ever felt discouraged by how difficult it was to muster up interest in God’s Word? Maybe you would read your Bible regularly but struggle to get anything out of it. Maybe what you read never made very much sense to you. Or maybe you struggled how to know what to do with what you read.
We get into all this and more throughout this four-part mini course on learning how to hear what the Bible has to say and discovering how you fit into its message.
As mentioned in the episode, this is an introduction to the forth...2022-01-0518 min
Unfeigned Christianity#026 - Why Do Christians Hold So Many Differing Perspectives?
You've probably noticed Christians have many different perspectives on things. Why is that? In today's episode Asher discusses four, often overlooked reasons that is, and a few thoughts on what we can do about it.
Mentioned in the episode is the forthcoming mini series on discovering the story of scripture. To make sure you don't miss it, sign up at https://www.asherwitmer.com/how-to-read-the-bible/.
If you'd like to contact Asher and those at Unfeigned Christianity, you can email podcast@asherwitmer.com.
Become a member and access expanded episodes at, https://www.patreon.c...2022-01-0122 min
That Jesus Podcast52. Overcoming Pornography (feat. Asher Witmer & Tim Kuepfer)We live in a world that is saturated with pornography. Studies show that in our churches men especially are addicted to porn at alarming rates. Asher Witmer and Tim Kuepfer join us to share about their experiences and offer wisdom on how to overcome this vice and live with sexual integrity.
Asher's blog: https://asherwitmer.com
Tim's lecture on sexual integrity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcxtEP7dDrc&t=1s
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Unfeigned Christianity#025 - How the Last Year Has Been for Pastors (w/ Rich Schwartz, Dru Lattin, and Jose Sanchez)
It's been a rough 12 months for the church, and especially for pastors. In this episode, I sat down with a few pastor friends of mine to hear how the last year has been for them. Part of healing as the body of Christ is going to be listening to those who have devoted their time and energy to shepherding the flock.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
If you prefer the video version of the podcast, be sure...2021-01-201h 11
Unfeigned Christianity#024 - An Evaluation of the Church and Its Singles w/ Emily Smucker, Abram Martin, Kimberly Kirtz, and Chris Witmer
In this week's episode I had four single friends come on the pod and share some of their experiences with the church as singles. Christian communities could be doing better at remembering that marriage and family is not the ultimate goal in life; oneness with Jesus is. As the body of Jesus, we need each other in growing togetehr in oneness with Him. Sadly, we too often neglect or isolate our single brothers and sisters, thereby not only hurting them but ourselves.
We discuss how to grow our social worlds to be more inclusive of those with...2020-12-181h 38
Unfeigned Christianity#023 - What Is the Role of Music Style in the Christian Life? (w/ Corey Steiner)
In this week's episode, I sat down with my friend Corey Steiner and talked about the role of music style in the life of a Christian. We talked about grief and sorrow, praise and thanksgiving, and whether or not all music needs to talk about Jesus.
Corey is the artist behind the intro and outro music on the podcast. He is currently working to put together a Christmas program where they cover Andrew Peterson's Behold the Lamb of God album almost note for note. If you live in North or South Carolina or the Virginia area, be...2020-12-091h 05
Unfeigned Christianity#022 - Paul Lamicela on the Importance of Understanding the Storyline of Scripture
I got to chat with another biblical studies partner about biblical Theology (as opposed to systematic theology) and why it is important for us to understand the storyline of Scripture. Paul Lamicela is a PhD student of Biblical Theology and has a course that he runs each year helping people understand the storyline of the Bible. If you're interested in the course, check out the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGM_6w6gvKjDodtDEkqINfY0bpAGwYOG5_kPz_gOxpdlyu2A/viewform.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss...2020-12-041h 04
Unfeigned Christianity#021 - Everyday Disciple-Making, PSA, and Conditional Immortality w/ Eric Miller
I had the privilege of connecting with another new friend over Zoom: Eric Miller. Eric lives in Cincinnati, OH, and is in the middle of a bachelor's of Biblical studies degree as well. So, we talked about all things making disciples, evangelism, and then a bunch of "Biblical studies stuff" like theories of atonement, the nature of hell and more.
Oh, and my son kept bopping in on me during this episode.. so you get to "hear" him too. :)
You can connect with Eric on Facebook.
Also mentioned in the episode is the R...2020-11-181h 31
Unfeigned Christianity#020 - Ask Me Anything: Is Mixed Swimming Okay?
Over the last couple of years, as I've spoken more on the topic of sexuality, I invariably have someone who asks me about whether or not mixed swimming among youth is okay.
As a part of the Patreon membership of the blog, we do an "Ask Me Anything" article once a month where we respond to any and all questions readers send our way. The catch is that we prioritize the questions of our Patreon members.
So, if you have been impacted by our work and would like to show your...2020-11-1627 min
Unfeigned Christianity#019 - Rick Rhodes on Christians and Spiritual Warfare
What is spiritual warfare? Can things we say get us in trouble in the 'spirit world'? Is it possible for a Christian to be demon possessed?
In this episode I sat down with a longtime friend and mentor-figure of mine, Rick Rhodes, and discussed his sermon series "We Win" which addresses Christians and spiritual warfare.
Rick is a former administrator of the Institute for Global Opportunities and now lives with his family in Reading, PA, serving the church through providing resources, conferences, and training in communication.
Find out more about Rick, his sermons, a...2020-11-121h 10
Unfeigned Christianity#018 - Understanding Racial Tensions As a Church (w/ Dave & Gert Slabach)Dave & Gert Slabach pastor Faith Mennonite in southern Virginia. Their church has been setting aside time to grow together as a body in their understanding of the racial tensions in our nation. I sat down with them to hear what they are doing to learn/grow as a body, and how they create a safe environment for people to process what they discover.Mentioned in the episode it Gert's blog article, "What I Think about White Privilege."
Also discussed is the book, Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation.
For further...2020-11-041h 41
Unfeigned Christianity#017 - Dr. John Waldron on COVID-19, Masking, and ScienceIn this week's episode, I connected with Dr. John Waldron to see where we are at with COVID-19. As a family doctor who has practiced medicine for twenty years, Dr. Waldron gives a helpful and hopeful perspective on the pandemic, why masking is a thing, and why some of us might tend to be suspicious of science and medicine.
If you find this episode helpful, I encourage you to look Dr. Waldron up on Facebook and follow along with his weekly COVID-19 updates: https://www.facebook.com/john.waldron.543.
Also, check out his blog and hi...2020-10-2858 min
Unfeigned Christianity#016 - Daniel and June Pollard on Racial ReconciliationI had the privilege of sitting down with Daniel and June Pollard and hearing their story and what they wish the church could hear about being black in America and the need for racial reconciliation in our churches.
Check out Restorative Faith on Facebook for more resources on race perspectives and relationships, particularly in an Anabaptist context: https://www.facebook.com/restorativefaith.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
If you prefer the video version of the p...2020-10-211h 05
Unfeigned Christianity#015 - Should Christians Vote? (w/ Dan Ziegler, Josh Good, and Matthew Milioni)Do the means through which we seek to proclaim the Kingdom of God on earth matter? Is voting a proper means through which to do that? In this episode I sit down with Dan Ziegler, Josh Good, and Matthew Milioni and discuss whether Christians should vote, and if not, why they shouldn't vote. What does it mean to be a citizen of the Kingdom of God (which is not of/from this world)?
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
If...2020-10-162h 02
Unfeigned Christianity#014 - After a 5-Month Hiatus, We're Resuming the PodAfter a 5 month hiatus, we're kicking off the podcast again. Here's a little of what we're up to. Be sure and subscribe to my new YouTube channel (Asher Witmer) to get future podcast videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh6rTGri8Uy4a2FG0FdY8_w.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
If you'd like to contact Asher and those at Unfeigned Christianity, you can email podcast@asherwitmer.com.
And consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon...2020-10-1528 min
Unfeigned Christianity#013 - COVID-19 and the Church with Reagan SchrockA week ago, I sat down with Reagan Schrock and discussed what churches are doing, and can be doing, during a crisis like COVID-19. He's been working with Anabaptist COVID-19 Response in supplying families and healthcare workers in NYC with food and essential items they need. We also talk a bit about conspiracy theories and better ways to spend our time than watching Netflix or arguing on social media. Take a listen!Anabaptist COVID-19 Response Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/anabaptistcovidresponse/
Anabaptist COVID-19 Response Website: https://www.anabaptistcovidresponse.org/
You can learn mo...2020-04-291h 10
Unfeigned Christianity#012 - Why Conversations on Racism Matter (with Keeshon Washington)This week, I connected again with my friend Keeshon Washington to tackle the subject of racism. Well, we didn't really tackle it... there's so much to this conversation that we couldn't get to in just a couple of hours. But we addressed why we need to have conversations about racism, why we should talk with friends of color about their experiences, what racism even means, and how parents who adopt children of color should parent their kids.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review t...2020-04-242h 07
Unfeigned Christianity#011 - Charismatic Anabaptism? A Conversation with "Francis"Have you ever journeyed from one church tradition to another?
In this episode I have a conversation with my friend "Francis" about his journey from conservative Anabaptism to the charismatic movement back to some of his Anabaptist roots.
Check out Francis' podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Search for That Jesus Podcast.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
And consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/asherwitmer.
If you'd like...2020-04-061h 12
Unfeigned Christianity#010 - What is a Menno to do when there are no healthy Menno churches to attend?In this episode, I respond to three questions my patrons have submitted: (1) What is keeping you engaged in the conservative Menno vision/mission? (2) What is a Menno to do when there are no healthy Menno churches to attend? (3) Do all people who attend a church need to hold to the same doctrinal beliefs (outside credal beliefs)?
If you enjoy the podcast, be sure and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and please rate and review the show on iTunes!
And consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/asherwitmer.
If you'd like to...2020-03-271h 17
Unfeigned Christianity#007 - Caged Nativities and the Modern Worship MovementI saw a couple of articles this past week that got me thinking. One talked about a church nativity set that depicted Joseph, Mary and Jesus each in their own cages. It represented the birth of Christ in the context of what's happening at our border today. Is it wrong to do this with a nativity scene?
The second article discussed the flaws of the modern worship movement. It suggested that modern worship is too emotional, that it needs more depth of theology in its lyrics. Is that right? Should worship be more doctrinally sound and less...2019-12-2058 min
Unfeigned Christianity#006 - Keeshon Washington on Anabaptists and City MissionsThe schedule has been extremely full the last couple of months, and I haven't produced as much content as I had hoped. But I'm excited to share with you today a conversation I had back in October with my friend Keeshon Washington!
In this episode we discuss race, Anabaptist churches, inner-city missions, and whether or not one should change their lifestyle in order to better connect with other cultures. I love Keeshon's commitment to Christ and his desire to point people to him no matter what he's doing... or what he's talking about. It's a longer episode...2019-11-191h 47
Unfeigned Christianity#005 - Does Jesus Love Homosexuals? In this episode I had the honor of sitting down and chatting with my new friend, Ken Brubacher. He tells his story of discovering as a boy that he was sexually attracted to men, trying to fill a longing for love through sex, and then discovering Jesus for the first time in a casual conversation with a coworker.
This isn't some "out-there" secular world story. It happened smack in the middle of a conservative Mennonite church. There are many who have similar stories--how can we develop communities where they feel safe enough to share their stories? We...2019-10-041h 34
Unfeigned Christianity#004 - Exploring the Political Implications of a Jesus-Centered TheologyAfter rambling awhile about life and what's been keeping us busy and sleepless, I introduce today, and share with you, the first episode of another podcast I've been privileged to be a part of this fall: The Third Way Podcast. We explore the political implications of a Jesus-centered theology. My brother, Christopher Witmer, started the podcast with a few friends. It's been fun!
There are six episodes already released on The Third Way. You can check it out further at www.thethirdwaypodcast.com.
Music on the podcast is done by The Brilliance, using their song "...2019-09-171h 23
Proselytize or ApostatizeDiscussing the Mennonite Church With Asher WitmerTitus grew up in a very conservative Mennonite church. Obviously, our upbringing continues to influence our worldview no matter how old we get. In this episode, we invite popular blogger Asher Witmer onto the show to take a deep dive into some of the sticky issues that Mennonite young people often wrestle with. David jumps in with a question or two and gets a bit of an education this peculiar denomination. 2019-03-2139 min