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GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
263. From God to Jerry to You- The Problem of Evil and the Kingdom of God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In Episode 263 of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, philosopher Jerry L. Martin reflects on one of the most enduring and difficult questions in philosophy and theology: the problem of evil.In this From God to Jerry to You episode, Jerry describes a pivotal moment near the end of his spiritual journey, when what he calls the “impossible puzzle” finally came together. Drawing on John D. Levinson’s Creation and the Persistence of Evil, Jerry explains how God affirmed a radical insight—that the world, and even God...
2025-12-25
14 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
260. Radically Personal: A New Philosophy of God — Life Seeking Understanding
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if theology is not a set of inherited doctrines, but life seeking understanding? Learn more in Jerry’s latest book, Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age, and subscribe for weekly episodes that explore God, spiritual experience, and the ongoing journey of the soul.In this second installment of Radically Personal, philosopher Dr. Jerry L. Martin explores what he calls Theology Without Walls — a seeker-centered approach that begins with direct experience rather than boundaries set by any single tradition.Jerry reflects on the chall...
2025-12-04
20 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
259. Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue- Pilgrimage, Prophecy, and the Call of a Woman’s Life
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this week’s episode of Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue, Jerry L. Martin and Abigail L. Rosenthal explore how God communicates through intuition, dreams, insights, and the quiet promptings that redirect a life. Their conversation speaks directly to listeners who wonder why God can feel hidden and how to recognize a true divine nudge.Jerry reflects on the moment he heard the message “Your work here is over,” a turning point that led him away from a successful Washington career and toward writing God: An Autobiography. He describes how inn...
2025-11-27
1h 11
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
258. From God to Jerry to You — Dharma, Swadharma & How God Reveals Your Personal Calling
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this week’s episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Jerry L. Martin explores one of the most practical and urgent spiritual questions we face: How do we know what we’re meant to do with our lives—and how do we tell when God is guiding us?Drawing on the Hindu concepts of dharma and swadharma, Jerry explains the difference between our role-based responsibilities and our deeply personal calling; the tasks that “have your name on them.” From there, he turns to the heart of the episode: a clear, f...
2025-11-20
28 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
254. Radically Personal: How Divine Reality Reveals Itself In Every Spiritual Journey
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Radically Personal is a new series exploring how divine reality reveals itself within the lives of individual seekers. Based on Dr. Jerry L. Martin’s newest book, Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age, the series invites listeners to rethink what it means to encounter the divine as intimately present and personally responsive. Each episode follows the unfolding conversation between human experience and transcendent reality, uncovering how theology itself must evolve to meet a pluralistic, spiritually awake world.In this premiere episode, “How Divine Reality Reveals Itself in Ever...
2025-10-23
14 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
253. Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue: Romantic Love and Divine Revelation: When Trust Becomes a Spiritual Calling
Questions? Comments? Text Us!When can love—and even pain—become a form of revelation?In this powerful dialogue, Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal trace the mysterious link between romantic love, moral conscience, and divine communication. Abigail shares two defining experiences of spiritual discernment: a moral act that cost her a lifelong family bond, and the unexpected moment she realized she was falling in love. Both called for the same inner movement—trusting what had her name on it.Jerry reflects on his own “Why me?” experience of revelation, exploring...
2025-10-16
45 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
252. From God to Jerry to You- Hearing God Speak: An Agnostic Philosopher’s Awakening
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What happens when a lifelong agnostic philosopher prays for the first time—and God answers? In this episode, Jerry L. Martin reflects on the experience that transformed his life and inspired God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher. Through love, gratitude, and trust, Jerry moves from intellectual doubt to an intimate conversation with the Divine.He shares how falling deeply in love opened him to the reality of spiritual experience, leading to his first authentic prayer and an unexpected vision beside the Potomac: a shimmering fountain and a voice saying, “I am...
2025-10-09
22 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
248. From God to Jerry to You- God on the Bhagavad Gita: Moral Complexity, Swadharma, and Your True Calling
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What does the ancient Hindu epic Mahabharata, often called “India’s Iliad,” have to say about your life today? In this From God to Jerry to You, philosopher Jerry L. Martin shares what God revealed to him while praying through the pages of this vast epic and its centerpiece, the Bhagavad Gita.God’s surprising message is clear: the purpose of life is not to escape through yoga, asceticism, or lofty philosophy, but to engage; to face sin, suffering, mortality, and the challenges of human...
2025-09-11
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
247. What's On Our Mind- The New Axial Age: God’s Story Told Again
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, host Scott Langdon and philosopher Jerry L. Martin explore the meaning of the New Axial Age: a transformative era of spiritual development that God revealed to Jerry during their dialogues. What does it mean that “the old religions are coming apart, yet there is a renewal of religious spirit”? Together, Scott and Jerry reflect on how history’s first Axial Age, with figures like the Hebrew prophets, Socrates, Confucius, and the Buddha, reshaped human consciousness, and why God says it’s time for...
2025-09-04
40 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
244. From God to Jerry to You – Entering the New Axial Age: The Future of Spiritual Development
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of From God to Jerry to You, Dr. Jerry L. Martin explores a profound and timely revelation: the arrival of a New Spiritual Axial Age. God’s message to Jerry wasn’t just about retelling a familiar story; it was about reframing it for an era in which the world’s faith traditions meet, interact, and evolve in ways never before possible.Jerry shares how God explained that humanity is living in an extraordinary period of spiritual transformation. The old religious frameworks are loosening, yet there is a re...
2025-08-14
12 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
240. From God to Jerry to You- When Suffering Strikes: Finding Meaning, Love, and God in Hard Times
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Why do good people suffer? What does it mean when pain and loss enter our lives without warning? In this profoundly moving episode of From God To Jerry To You, Jerry L. Martin shares a personal story that brings the universal question of suffering into sharp, intimate focus.When Jerry’s wife, Abigail, experienced a series of life-threatening health crises—a broken hip, emergency surgery, and a near-fatal internal bleed—Jerry found himself grappling with what he has long called the unanswerable question: Why does a loving God allow pain? These...
2025-07-17
13 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
239. What's On Our Mind- What Is God’s Story?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What Is God’s Story? Ongoing Revelation, Personal Experience, and the Language of StoryIn the newest What's On Our Mind, Scott Langdon and Jerry L. Martin explore how God’s story is dynamic and evolving, not a fixed account from the past. They reflect on how revelation continues today and how personal experience shapes our understanding of the divine.Jerry discusses why God grows through interaction with humanity and how reading ancient texts reveals an ongoing conversation between God and humankind. They consider Swedenborg’s insights about...
2025-07-10
43 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
237. Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue - How A Radically Personal God Works In Real Lives
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this deeply personal and spiritually rich episode, philosopher Jerry L. Martin is joined by Abigail L. Rosenthal for an intimate conversation about divine encounters, spiritual awakening, and what it means to experience a radically personal God. Drawing from Jerry’s new book Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age, the discussion explores how spiritual truth is not one-size-fits-all and why each individual’s connection to the divine can look entirely unique.Jerry reflects on being called to tell God’s story across different cultures and religio...
2025-06-26
46 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
233. Jerry and Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue | Philosophers Answer: What Is Love
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Welcome to the debut of a new series: Jerry and Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue, a conversation between two philosophers who are also deeply in love. This is not just a love story. It is an exploration of what love means at the level of reality itself.In this episode, Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal and Dr. Jerry L. Martin ask a question deeply human and spiritually profound: What is love and what does it reveal about the nature of the world we live in...
2025-05-29
46 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
232. From God To Jerry To You- Sex At Its Best: Sacred Intimacy
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if sex, at its very best, is not just physical, but spiritual? In this deeply personal episode, philosopher Jerry L. Martin reflects on his own experience of romantic love and how it became a pathway to the divine. Drawing from his relationship with Abigail and his conversations with God, Jerry explores the sacred dimensions of sexuality, love, and embodiment.You’ll hear how love transformed his life, why the body is more than biology, and how sex can point beyond pleasure to something ultimate. Whether you're spi...
2025-05-22
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
231. Special Episode | A Love Story Rooted in God: Introducing Jerry & Abigail’s Intimate Dialogue
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What happens when divine revelation begins with love?In this special episode, host Scott Langdon shares how God: An Autobiography, The Podcast has evolved from a dramatic adaptation of Jerry L. Martin’s book to a powerful spiritual resource for seekers, skeptics, and philosophers.We revisit the podcast’s core series and introduce a brand-new addition: Jerry and Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue.This new series explores both romantic and divine love through the eyes of two philosophers: Jerry L. Martin and Abigail L. Rose...
2025-05-15
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
230. What's On Our Mind- God’s Other Side: Zoroaster, Divine Duality, and Becoming
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In the newest What's On Your Mind, host Scott Langdon sits down with Dr. Jerry L. Martin for a deep and heartfelt conversation about divine growth, spiritual tension, and the unfolding mystery of God's nature.As they revisit God's revelation to the ancient prophet Zoroaster, the discussion opens with Jerry’s experience of spiritual anxiety, and how his body reacted to the unknown before divine communication began. This leads into a powerful exploration of how God Himself describes being not all-powerful, not all-knowing, and not all-good; at least not in the ab...
2025-05-08
35 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
223. The Life Wisdom Project | From Ritual to Reason: A Journey from Plato to Levinas | Special Guest: Dr. Michael Poliakoff
Questions? Comments? Text Us!How do rituals, traditions, and philosophical reasoning shape our understanding of the divine and the human experience?In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Michael Poliakoff explore the evolution of thought and tradition from ancient Jewish practices and Egyptian influences to the philosophical insights of Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, and Emmanuel Levinas.The conversation examines how humanity has sought wisdom across cultures and eras—from the Torah’s laws to Aristotelian virtue, Confucian ethics, and Levinas’ concept of “the other.” How...
2025-03-20
34 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
221. From God to Jerry to You- A Logic Professor’s Divine Encounter: 9 Spiritual Truths from Moses' Encounter with God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What happens when a philosophy professor, known for teaching logic and critical thinking, has an undeniable encounter with God? Dr. Jerry L. Martin was a lifelong agnostic until one day, to his great surprise, God spoke to him. As a philosopher, he had no choice but to investigate.In this episode of From God to Jerry to You, Jerry takes a deep dive into one of the most pivotal moments in spiritual history: Moses and the burning bush. He unpacks not just what happened, but what it means...
2025-03-06
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
218. The Life Wisdom Project | Becoming Normal Through Love and God: Married Philosophers Journey Through The Story of Abraham and Isaac | Special Guest: Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this Life Wisdom Project episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, married philosophers and authors, Jerry L. Martin and Abigail L. Rosenthal, explore profound themes of spiritual growth, absolute obedience, and the tests we face in life. Drawing on the story of Abraham and Isaac, they discuss how spiritual calls can be both enlightening and disorienting. Jerry shares his experience following the God voice and reflects on how moments of divine connection often feel both extraordinary and surprisingly normal. Abigail brings deep insight through personal stories, including a po...
2025-02-13
33 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
216. From God To Jerry To You- Seeking Answers: Beyond Obedience
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this From God To Jerry To You, we explore the perplexing story of Abraham and Isaac to uncover deeper themes of obedience and spiritual growth. Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin as he shares his remarkable conversations with God, offering fresh insight into how a seemingly troubling biblical account reveals profound wisdom for modern seekers. Discover how divine will aligns with human fulfillment, guiding us toward greater harmony, transformation, and love. By challenging common assumptions about sacrifice and submission, we learn to see obedience in a more liberating light....
2025-01-30
13 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
210. From God To Jerry To You- A Divine Friendship: Exploring God's Message
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if God has a story—and it includes you? In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin shares a profound revelation: God wants to be known as one who loves, suffers, and reaches out to humanity across cultures and religions. This isn’t just a message for theologians—it’s for anyone seeking answers to life’s deeper questions.Jerry explores what it means for God to have a story and how this shifts our understanding of spirituality, faith, and the world’s religious traditions. Whether you’...
2024-12-19
07 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
208. What's On Your Mind- Is God Really Speaking? A Philosopher’s Search for Truth in Divine Revelation
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join this week’s What’s On Your Mind for a profound exploration of divine communication, revelation, and existence. Scott and Jerry share their reactions to the first exchange between philosophers Jerry L. Martin and Richard Oxenberg—the dialogue that inspired Two Philosophers Wrestle with God: A Dialogue, now available on Amazon.It begins with an email from Richard, whose bold questions spark a thought-provoking discussion about how God communicates across cultures and individuals. Together, the philosophers confront a universal challenge: discerning divine truth from human interpretation. Through their dialectic, they unrave...
2024-12-05
37 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
206. The Life Wisdom Project | Listening to God, Achieving Balance, and Living as Divine Partners | Special Guest: Ajit Dass
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if you could hear God’s voice guiding your life? What if achieving harmony with the divine could bring balance to your mind, body, and soul? In this episode of God and Autobiography: The Podcast, host Scott Langdon welcomes back spiritual seeker Ajit Dass for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Jerry L. Martin.Together, they explore the profound ways God communicates—through prayer, dreams, intuition, and insights—and how we can attune ourselves to hear and act on divine guidance. Ajit shares personal stories and wisdom from I Learn How Go...
2024-11-21
30 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
204. From God To Jerry To You- The Spiritual Supermarket and the Practice of Discernment
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In a world where beliefs are as assorted as the aisles in a spiritual supermarket, seekers encounter countless options and spiritual pathways to consider. With Dr. Jerry L. Martin, explore the evolution of religions up to the pluralistic landscape of today, where spiritual discernment invites openness to many truths. The choices about how to live and what to believe become radically personal, moving beyond tradition toward an individual spiritual calling.Founder of Theology Without Walls, Jerry presents a fresh, transformative approach that transcends the cathedrals of fixed beliefs, opening a...
2024-11-07
17 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
201. The Life Wisdom Project | The I Ching and God’s Guidance: Balancing Taoist Harmony, Confucian Action, and Ethics of Care | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, we return to the Life Wisdom Project with a profound exploration of spiritual guidance, featuring Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Professor Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum. Together, they explore the wisdom of the I Ching, an ancient Chinese text offering insight into life's 64 fundamental situations and its role in God’s interactions with early Chinese seekers.The conversation highlights how Taoist and Confucian philosophies—balancing harmony, passive acceptance, and active engagement—provide a richer understanding of how to live in alignment with the cosmos. Dr. Ma...
2024-10-17
37 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
197. What's On Your Mind: Embracing Divine Callings and Personal Courage in Your Spiritual Journey
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What happens when you pray to be an instrument of God’s will? In this captivating episode of What's On Your Mind, Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore this profound question, guided by stories from listeners like Don and Mark. Mark’s reflection reveals the life-altering consequences of such a prayer, while Don’s experience of divine intervention reminds us of the mysterious ways God responds. These stories set the stage for a deeper exploration of faith, courage, and surrender.Dr. Martin shares his own journey of receivi...
2024-09-19
33 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
196. Two Philosophers Wrestle with God - A Dialogue: NEW BOOK RELEASE
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this special episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, host and Creative Director Scott Langdon introduces Two Philosophers Wrestle with God: A Dialogue, a highly anticipated publication that extends one of the podcast’s most profound and celebrated series. This book captures the thoughtful, philosophical dialogue between Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg, as they wrestle with some of the deepest questions of existence: Who is God? What is the nature of reality? Can we understand ultimate truth?Through this 12-session dialogue, Scott highlights pivotal moments that explore pa...
2024-09-12
15 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
194. Special Episode | Revisiting God Shares His Earliest Interactions In Chinese Spirituality
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Can the spiritual essence of a culture be captured through its relationship with nature?Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon as they revisit the dramatic adaptation of "God Shares His Earliest Interactions In Chinese Spirituality."In this captivating episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin, a former lifelong agnostic, delves into a profound dialogue with God, exploring the deep spiritual and cultural dimensions of the Chinese people.With a holistic and reverential attitude toward nature, ancient Chinese wisdom serves as the...
2024-08-29
24 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
193. From God To Jerry To You- How To Pray
Questions? Comments? Text Us!How can a lifelong agnostic end up having a profound conversation with God?In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, host Scott Langdon presents a powerful installment from the series From God To Jerry To You. Jerry L. Martin, author of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, shares his deeply personal approach to prayer—a practice focused not on personal gain but on aligning with God’s will.Once a philosopher who questioned the very existence of God, Jerry recounts his remarkable journey of f...
2024-08-22
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
192. What's On Our Mind- The Many Faces of God and Self: Discovering the Divine and Personal Identity
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Have you ever wondered how there can be one God and so many different religions? Join Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin as they explore this intriguing question many have pondered.Scott and Jerry discuss the problem of the diversity of revelations and explore the manifestations of God across different cultures and religions as complementary rather than contradictory. Drawing from Jerry’s enlightening book, God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher, Scott and Jerry explore the richness of God’s nature, mirroring the diverse ways we understand ourselves.Sc...
2024-08-15
30 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
189. Special Episode | Revisiting God Explains How All Religions Exist
Questions? Comments? Text Us!How can there be many religions and one God? What if the diversity of religions isn't a problem, but a beautiful mosaic of divine communication? Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon as they revisit the dramatic adaptation of "God Explains How All Religions Exist." This chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher explores questions about the diversity of religions and the nature of divine communication. Jerry shares God's revelations on why multiple religions exist and how they fit into a larger, coherent narrative. D...
2024-07-25
20 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
188. From God To Jerry To You- God, How Did You Manage To Find Me?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Can an encounter with love transform a hardened skeptic into a believer?Join God: An Autobiography, The Podcast for an exploration of the captivating story and profound spiritual journey of Dr. Jerry L. Martin, a lifelong agnostic turned believer. As an agnostic logic professor, Jerry's unexpected romantic connection leads him down an uncharted spiritual path. He recounts his incredible experience of falling deeply in love and how this transformative event led him to pray to a God he didn’t believe in.Discover how love transforms not on...
2024-07-18
10 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
184. Special Episode | Revisiting God Explains Polytheism in a Way I Understand
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join Jerry as he converses with God to explore how the divine manifests in polytheistic beliefs. Welcome to God: An Autobiography, The Podcast. This week Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon revisit the dramatic adaptation of " God Explains Polytheism in a Way I Understand," exploring polytheism and its reflection of an ever-evolving divine presence.God reveals that polytheistic beliefs reflect the diverse ways He presents Himself across cultures and times, emphasizing a single spiritual reality uniting these manifestations.Discover how Jerry's experience with Andrew Wyeth's paintings...
2024-06-20
20 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
183. From God To Jerry To You - God-Centered Prayer
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Unlock a new dimension of prayer with Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin as he shares transformative insights from his book, God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher.Learn how aligning your deepest desires with God's can transform your prayer practice, your connection to the divine, and your spiritual journey. Jerry's experiences and wisdom guide us in letting go of the ego and embracing God's intentions, leading to a harmonious life.Through a powerful four-step process, Jerry reveals essential steps for cultivating a God-centered prayer practice. By...
2024-06-13
07 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
180. The Life Wisdom Project | Journey of Love: Reflections on Romance | Special Guest: Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal
Questions? Comments? Text Us!When love becomes an idol, can it still hold a divine spark? Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal in the newest installment of the Life Wisdom Project, a spiritual podcast dedicated to living a wiser, happier, and more meaningful life.In this installment of The Life Wisdom Project, explore profound insights on spirituality, philosophy, and love. Starting with Adam and Eve, Jerry and Abigail examine the complexities of romance from biblical to French perspectives. While examining true love and romance, Jerry and Abigail...
2024-05-23
35 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
179. Special Episode | Revisiting I Learn What Really Happened With Adam And Eve
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin and God discuss the genesis of humanity and its initial encounters with the Divine. Their dialogues unearth human evolution and the dawn of consciousness, sweeping away the dust from prehistoric cave walls and examining the origin of symbolic thought as our ancestors first beheld beauty and forged primal connections with a higher power. Innocence, creativity, and intimacy showcase the evolving relationship between humanity and the divine. Dr. Jerry L. Martin and the Voice of God explore the myth of Adam and Eve from historical, spiritual, a...
2024-05-16
16 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
178. From God to Jerry to You- Does God Really Love Us?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Welcome to another insightful episode of From God To Jerry To You, a spiritual journey through the lens of a philosopher's mind, as we contemplate the intricate relationship between love and personhood. Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin as he poses the profound question: Does God truly love us?Jerry's philosophical expertise and personal encounters with the divine shine a light on the essential qualities of love, personhood, and the divine nature. From exploring the intricate philosophy of love to examining the nature of personhood and God's intimate connection with humanity, this...
2024-05-09
17 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
175. The Life Wisdom Project | Exploring Divine Creation: Beyond Philosophy| Special Guest Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of The Life Wisdom Project, join host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin alongside special guest Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum as they explore the vivid drama and insights from God Takes Me Back To The Beginning Of Everything. From exploring the divine creation and personal revelation to unraveling the meaning of existence and the essence of personhood, this episode takes listeners on a thought-provoking journey through the depths of spirituality and philosophy.Discover the beauty of aesthetic flow in creation, the evolution of relationships, and the...
2024-04-18
44 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
173. From God to Jerry to You - Does God Still Speak to Us?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In times of adversity, many seek solace and guidance from God. But does God respond to our calls in moments of pain? Join us as we explore the role of divine presence amidst life's challenges. This From God To Jerry To You challenges conventional notions of God as a rescuer from hardships. Rather, Jerry prompts us to consider if God is more of an ally of strength, wisdom, and love during times of struggle – shifting the perspective of God from a shield against life's trials to a beacon of illuminating compassion, jus...
2024-04-04
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
171. What's On Your Mind- God and Daemon | Good and Evil
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, join host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin as they revisit the first communication from previous special guest and renowned author Matt Cardin.As Jerry shares his unexpected dialogues with God, Matt Cardin is inspired to recount his equally mesmerizing encounters with a muse or demon. Jerry and Matt offer insights into their profound philosophical quests and the challenges a reality rooted in scientific materialism poses. This episode explores divine communication and existential realities. Touching on themes of good...
2024-03-21
29 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
170. The Life Wisdom Project | Insights from Hasidic Tradition and Philosophical Ethics | Special Guest: Dr. Michael Poliakoff
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join God: An Autobiography, The Podcast for profound discussions on spirituality, philosophy, and human connection. This Life Wisdom Project explores the fascinating intersection of Jewish wisdom, erotic energy, and the Yetzer Harah (evil urge). Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Michael Poliakoff engage in thought-provoking dialogue, drawing insights from Jewish scholars like Martin Buber and exploring sanctifying the ordinary in daily life.From discussing the divine implications of the Yetzer Harah to examining the ethical teachings of Emmanuel Levinas, this episode offers a rich source of ideas for listeners...
2024-03-14
32 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
168. From God To Jerry to You - How Do You Live with God?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Experience the profound journey of faith and obedience in God: An Autobiography, The Podcast. Join Jerry L. Martin, an agnostic philosopher turned vessel for divine communication, as he navigates the complexities of spiritual guidance in everyday life.Have you ever felt the gentle nudges of divine intervention during your morning routine? In this captivating episode, Jerry delves deep into the intersection of faith and obedience, offering poignant reflections on putting God first amidst the demands of daily life.From the seemingly mundane act of resisting a meal to grappling...
2024-02-29
10 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
167. What's On Our Mind: Reflections on Love, Encounters, and Relationships
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin as they share touching anecdotes about life's journey and divine guidance. Scott recounts a moment of social anxiety and purpose during an audition in Manhattan. What roles do we play in others' lives? Jerry shares a heartwarming story about the importance of cherishing love, with a relatable twist. From Jerry's heartfelt advice to a couple (while leaving his love waiting), to Scott's comforting exchange with Andy, these narratives resonate with authenticity and emotion, and remind us to appreciate the love that surrounds us...
2024-02-22
35 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
166. What's On Your Mind- Divine Direction | Exploring Spiritual Attunement
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin in this thought-provoking What's on Your Mind as they explore divine direction and communication. Through the personal narratives of Kent and Pam, Scott and Jerry investigate the impact of perceived divine messages on the courses of lives and the discernment necessary to distinguish divine messages from inner monologue. Each letter offers valuable insights into the profound connections between spirituality and everyday life, from Kent's inquiry about following divine direction to Pam's heartfelt reflection on experiencing God's love. Explore how individuals experience...
2024-02-15
33 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
163. From God To Jerry To You | What's Wrong with Ego?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Investigate the mysteries of ego as Dr. Jerry L. Martin takes you on an insightful journey in this episode of From God To Jerry To You.God's responses to Jerry's heartfelt prayers reveal profound insights into the nature of ego and humility. Through direct communication with the divine, Jerry navigates the essence of ego when his unique mission from God sparks a surge of pride, momentarily disrupting his connection.This enlightening episode digs into a profound lesson on the pitfalls of ego, addressing moments of flattery, and reveals transformative...
2024-01-25
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
162. What's On Our Mind- Embracing the Drama of Life: Reflections on Suffering and the Inconvenient God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In a special episode of What's On Our Mind, Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin reflect on suffering and divine perspectives. Revisiting Jonathan Weidenbaum's rejection of nihilism after a year of loss, they discuss unconventional responses to suffering and the search for meaning.The hosts explore the ineffable nature of the divine, emphasizing the interconnectedness between playing a character and our relationship with God. The conversation touches on free will, the nature of evil, and the challenges of understanding God's role in our lives.Jerry revisits an Inconvenient...
2024-01-18
28 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
159. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask God Hard Questions About Ego And Suffering
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this captivating episode philosopher Jerry L. Martin engages in a profound conversation with God, exploring ego, flattery, and the purpose of human suffering. As Jerry seeks God's wisdom on navigating the delicate balance between healthy self-appreciation and destructive ego, embark on a reflective journey through the challenges of healing a bruised ego and living in tandem with divine guidance.Reflecting on a poignant moment during a personal encounter with suffering—a heart attack—Jerry unveils how such trials can lead to profound insights and a deeper connection with the divine. Disc...
2023-12-28
15 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
158. From God to Jerry to You | God, What About Sin?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In a thought-provoking episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin engages in a profound dialogue with God, diving into the intricate concept of sin. Dr. Martin challenges traditional perspectives, suggesting that sins are not mere wrong actions but conditions of the soul in need of healing. God's response offers a transformative viewpoint on forgiveness, underscoring the significance of releasing past sins and the individual's role in attuning to the divine.Exploring various dimensions of sin, from societal norms to personal experiences, Jerry provides a nuanced...
2023-12-21
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
152. From God To Jerry To You | Is It Reasonable to Believe in God?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Alongside Dr. Jerry L. Martin, explore the timeless question: Is it reasonable to believe in God? In this captivating exploration, Jerry investigates the intricacies of belief, drawing on historical debates among renowned philosophers and scientists. He examines evidence, rational decision-making, and the pivotal role of belief amid life's uncertainties, offering a perspective that challenges traditional thinking.Engage in a thought-provoking episode of From God to Jerry to You, where the discussion explores how belief in God can provide a pragmatic framework, infusing life with meaning and purpose. Referencing influential...
2023-11-09
13 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
151. What's On Our Mind- Radically Personal Faith | Exploring Diverse Spiritual Narratives
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this compelling conversation, host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin engage in a poignant dialogue about pressing global events and explore the profound need for connection and unity in today's world amid the darkness and turmoil we face. God's message, as conveyed through Jerry, remains especially relevant in our interconnected world, serving as a beacon of healing and understanding.This episode dives deep into the timely nature of God's revelations, emphasizing the significance of understanding diverse religious perspectives instead of dismissing them. Scott and Jerry eloquently discuss how this...
2023-11-02
32 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
150. What's On Your Mind- Personal Journeys with God | Balancing Divine Connection and Divine Absence
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this thought-provoking episode, host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin engage in an honest conversation about the concept of God, divine presence, and absence. They explore the idea of God as both omnipresent and intimately personal, sharing personal experiences ranging from profound connection to moments when God seems distant.The episode highlights the closing of Jenny's letter, which emphasizes her profound connection with God, offering a refreshing take on a deeply personal divine presence. Listeners also hear from Chris, who candidly expresses feeling ignored by God, as if they...
2023-10-26
43 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
148. Special Episode | Revisiting God Takes Me To A Place Of Peace
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Embark on a journey into the 'heart of God' and delve into the unique assignment given to Jerry, a lifelong agnostic who experiences an unexpected encounter with God.Welcome to this special episode of 'God: An Autobiography, The Podcast.' Join your host, Scott Langdon, as we revisit the intimate dialogues between Jerry L. Martin and the Voice of God. These profound experiences shed light on Jerry's inspiring revelations and transformative journey.God leads Jerry into the 'heart of God,' a place that is vast, powerful, tranquil, and...
2023-10-12
12 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
147. From God To Jerry To You | Is God Trying To Get Your Attention?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join God: An Autobiography, The Podcast as we explore the intriguing question: 'Is God Trying to Get Your Attention?' Host Scott Langdon introduces a special message from philosopher Jerry L. Martin, who heard from God and listened. The 'From God To Jerry To You' series beckons spiritual seekers, offering breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations. Dr. Jerry L. Martin provides insightful straight-talk, inspired by humanity's deepest inquiries and God's enlightening responses.Discover how Jerry's lifelong agnosticism was challenged through a transformative encounter with God, igniting fresh spiritual insights into communication...
2023-10-05
05 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
146. What's On Our Mind- Unlocking Sustainable Spirituality
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dive deep into the mysteries of spirituality and faith in this captivating episode of "What's On Our Mind," perfect for seekers and believers alike. Join hosts Scott Langdon and Jerry L. Martin as they ponder the divine and its elusive nature during life's most trying moments. Embrace the enigmatic presence of an invisible yet profoundly felt God. Delve into diverse spiritual philosophies, from introspective Eastern practices to structured Western traditions, unraveling the rich tapestry of belief. Let this episode guide you on a transformative journey, exploring timeless truths and...
2023-09-28
38 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
143. Special Episode | Revisiting I Learn How God Reveals Himself To Humans
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In preparation for next week's Life Wisdom Project with special guest Mikhail Sergeev, former Soviet journalist who shares his incredible journey with God, we're offering a replay of the chapter they discuss: 'I Learn How God Reveals Himself To Humans.' Jerry asks God about his role as an instrument of revelation. What kind of instrument? What kind of revelation? Tasked with getting God's story out, Jerry wonders: how can I be heard?Jerry learns how to let God in fully and explores the challenges of sharing messages amidst...
2023-09-07
13 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
142. From God To Jerry To You | Why Is God Hiding?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Embark on a soul-enriching journey guided by divine revelation. Experience the transformative series "From God To Jerry To You," tailored for spiritual seekers worldwide. Dr. Jerry L. Martin, conduit of profound insights, presents candid conversations inspired by life's mysteries and divine wisdom.In this introspective episode of "God: An Autobiography, The Podcast," delve into the timeless query: "Why does God remain hidden?" Drawing from ongoing divine dialogues, Jerry L. Martin unravels the enigma of God's presence and reveals its subtle expressions. Discover how God's omnipresence is interwoven with nature's fabric, insights...
2023-08-31
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
141. What's On Our Mind- Exploring Divine Communication, Spiritual Stories, and Growth
Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this profound episode of "God: An Autobiography, The Podcast," host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin delve into divine communication, worthiness within God's callings, and gaining insights into God's perspective. The intricate art of narrating God's story becomes clearer through understanding the evolving nature of the divine.Drawing on the wisdom shared by esteemed guest Abigail L. Rosenthal, renowned for her exploration of evil and the concept of story, the discussion shifts towards demystifying and normalizing spirituality.This episode emphasizes fostering an authentic connection with the divine...
2023-08-24
33 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
138. Special Episode | Revisiting God Asks Me To Tell His Story
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Delve into the spiritual realm in this enlightening episode of "God: An Autobiography, The Podcast." Join Jerry L. Martin as he recounts a profound encounter with the divine, where he is chosen to be the messenger of God's story.Discover the significance of understanding the inner life of God and the relevance it holds for our spiritual journeys. This dramatic adaptation of Jerry L. Martin's book, "God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher," explores the evolution of God's message and the need for renewal in a changing world....
2023-08-03
12 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
137. From God To Jerry To You | What Does God Sound Like?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join Jerry L. Martin in this thought-provoking episode of "From God To Jerry To You" as he delves into the fascinating question, "What does God sound like?" Explore the diverse modes of divine communication, from audible voices to inner whispers and subtle signals, unraveling the intricate tapestry of God's messages.Gain a deeper understanding of how these divine messages manifest in our lives and learn to recognize and interpret the guiding signals along our individual paths. Don't miss this captivating discussion on God's voice and the profound significance of paying attention.
2023-07-27
08 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
135. What's On Your Mind- Experiences Of Combined Presence
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Piyush shares a dramatic personal experience of God's presence during a near-death experience. Matthew, a professor of religious studies, meets Jerry at a conference during his talk, The Scandal of Divine Presence. Matthew considers several historical accounts of prophecy and what these experiences mean. Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and reporter of his communication with God, and host Scott Langdon discuss these insightful letters from readers and listeners. Scott and Jerry discuss the connection between humans and something more, the scandal of reporting these experiences, and what t...
2023-07-13
34 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
134. The Life Wisdom Project | The Drop Of Water, Humans, And God | Special Guest: Mark Groleau
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Meet Mark Groleau, who began working in the church but was led on a mission to end boring weddings everywhere! An officiant and entrepreneur now, Mark first interviewed Jerry on his podcast WikiGod, featuring stories of Jesus-followers from all walks of life in the Toronto area. Mark teaches his Unboring Wedding method to officiants worldwide, changing traditional ceremonies into the couple's love story. Mark is also working on a new project called 'PostBible - Ancient Gods and Ways' where he is retelling the Bible stories in a fun and accessible way...
2023-07-06
48 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
133. Special Episode | Revisiting I Experience God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Jerry reviews his past spiritual experiences leading to a further understanding of the concept of being other and same while observing a drop of water. Learning more about how to experience God, Jerry is told not to strive for moments of union as peak experiences but rather as an essential expression of love. In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, Jerry discusses I Experience God with Mark Groleau, officiant and creator of the Unboring!Wedding formula. Mark and Jerry share a memorable discussion that you will not want to miss!
2023-06-29
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
132. From God To Jerry To You | Why Did God Pick Me To Talk To?
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Jerry receives a message from God that feels like a draft notice. God may be talking to you- are you listening? Would you be able to carry out a task given by God?A direct message is waiting for you from the man who hears from God. From God To Jerry To You is a brand new series calling for the attention of spiritual seekers everywhere. Featuring breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations, Dr. Jerry L. Martin shares a deeply insightful straight-talk inspired by profound questions, and answers from God.God...
2023-06-22
09 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
131. What's On Our Mind- Trusting God Across Traditions
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Scott and Jerry discuss the most recent series threaded with themes of God and religious truth. The conversation goes into Scott and Jerry's religious upbringing and uncovers the limitations and many aspects of truth. Discernment is an essential aspect of one's spiritual journey. What truths speak to you?The Life Wisdom Project, with special guest Judy Dornstreich, explores spiritual openness and harmony. What's On Your Mind shares the stories of people interacting with God and each other through godanautobiography.com. LISTEN TO RELEVANT EPISODES- [Dramatic...
2023-06-15
32 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
130. What's On Your Mind- Sharing Spiritual Stories And Inner Transformation
Questions? Comments? Text Us!When Cat shares her spiritual experience, not expecting a response, she receives an answer from Jerry and others. Joanne and Carter share their spiritual experiences in response to Cat's message, inspiring an insightful conversation between Jerry and Scott about God as the Great Constant, the rough edges of life, spiritual experiences, and integration.Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and reporter of his communication with God, and host Scott Langdon discuss two letters from readers and listeners.These unique letters of relatable experiences are within the...
2023-06-08
45 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
129. The Life Wisdom Project | Spiritual Balance And Oneness | Special Guest: Judy Dornstreich
Questions? Comments? Text Us!If given a chance, Judy would take a rocket ship to space to explore the universe and discover the ultimate truth. She shares her journey and commitment to truth with insights into God, oneness, and the balance of masculine and feminine roles. In this Life Wisdom Project episode, Jerry and Judy share a conversation about episode 7- I Ask What God Is Like. This conversation travels the universe and spirituality beyond religion. The two look at the question Jerry poses to God about ultimate truth, "Why the guessing game?"...
2023-06-01
29 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
128. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask What God Is Like
Questions? Comments? Text Us!God contradicts every key attribute of the conventional definition of God. Drawing misses from other philosophers and concepts about God, Jerry finally asks, "Why the guessing game?" In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, Jerry discusses I Ask What God Is Like with Judy Dornstreich, an anthropologist turned organic farmer, with a deep spiritual background and rich take on life.-Share your story or experience with God-LISTEN TO RELEVANT EPISODES- [The Life Wisdom Project] The Afterlife...
2023-05-25
12 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
127. Special Episode | Matt Cardin Interviews Jerry Martin on The Living Dark Podcast
Questions? Comments? Text Us!“Waking up at the numinous intersection of religion, horror, creativity, apocalypse, and the unknown.” --The Living Dark PodcastMatt Cardin’s new podcast, The Living Dark, opens with an investigation of the “remarkable story of God’s autobiography,” in an interview with Dr. Jerry L. Martin.Matt is the author and editor of several widely acclaimed books and proves to be a skillful and dynamic interviewer - asking familiar, burning questions while bringing new light to Jerry's engaging answers.What did people say when Jerry said he had conversa...
2023-05-18
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126. What's On Our Mind- God's Attention
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Scott and Jerry discuss the most recent series threaded with themes of paying attention and spiritual discernment- themes essential to spiritual life. Each episode shares a God who wants to communicate and interact with the hearts of each individual. Pay attention, not just to signs and communications, but to presence- the divine presence. Discover how intimate our relationship with God actually is. You have God's attention. Does God have yours? An Inconvenient God brings God to light, not as a wish granter, but as a God who is in...
2023-05-11
40 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
125. What's On Your Mind- Finding God And Spiritual Openness
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Gina shares an incredible experience of seeing the world radiate with God’s presence and love. Bernadette and her husband are suffering through tragedy when she receives signs that feel like an answer from God. Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and reporter of his communication with God, and host Scott Langdon discuss two letters from readers and listeners.These unique letters of relatable experiences are within the theme of spiritual openness and finding God- in whatever way God may come to you. This con...
2023-05-04
29 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
123. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask God About Life After Death
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Jerry receives a dream of the afterlife and past lives and asks God about life after death, to which God replies, "You flunk." Jerry and God talk about a fundamental goal for living in this very real realm of life. In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, Jerry discusses I Ask God About Life After Death with Jeffery Long, a distinguished scholar of South-Asian religions and a co-chair of the Theology Without Walls Project. He and Jerry share a memorable discussion of the afterlife that you will not want to miss.
2023-04-20
15 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
122. [NEW SERIES] From God To Jerry To You | An Inconvenient God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!There is a direct message waiting for you from the man who hears from God. From God To Jerry To You is a brand new series calling for the attention of spiritual seekers everywhere. Featuring breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations, Dr. Jerry L. Martin shares a deeply insightful straight-talk inspired by humankind's most profound questions and answers from God.Jerry asks us to consider what kind of God we would pick if we had our choice. An all-powerful wish-granting God? A God who shields us from all suffering? A God of convenience...
2023-04-13
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
121. What's On Our Mind- The Face Of God And Suffering
Questions? Comments? Text Us!What are we to God? Why does God care about humans? Is God a perfect being who chooses to sit idly by while we suffer? Why is there suffering in the world? Jerry and Scott explore the domains of reality and search for answers to suffering and what we are to God. Jerry shares a useful way to look at suffering and the subsequent growth resulting from these experiences. Meet God beyond religion and begin your journey in tune with God.BUY THE BOOK- God...
2023-04-06
30 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
120. What's On Your Mind- Fear
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and reporter of his communication with God, and host Scott Langdon discuss three letters from readers responding to God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher.Quintin shares an incredible story of a mysterious stranger and an empathetic interaction. Jesse shares a vivid moment of condemnation and takes the first steps toward peace. Darlene shares how she simply asks God to sit with her and enjoy a moment together.These unique letters of relatable experiences are within the theme of...
2023-03-30
43 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
119. The Life Wisdom Project | The Drama of Suffering | Special Guest: Dr. Christopher Denny
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Jerry and Chris share a conversation of life wisdom, using dramatic metaphors, looking at life mysteries, cynicism, and the value of a trusting community. Find some answers to the timeless real-life questions of the thinkers and seekers.Dr. Christopher Denny is Associate Professor of Theology and Religious Studies in New York, Associate Editor of CTS journal Horizons, and author of A Generous Symphony: Hans Urs von Balthasar's Literary Revelations.Do you feel God is still speaking? How are you an ambassador for God? Share your story...
2023-03-23
55 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
118. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask God What We Are To Him
Questions? Comments? Text Us!New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom ProjectJerry wonders what we are to God and asks- is Jesus above irritation; did God suffer giving up His only son? Like Jerry, you may be surprised by the answers and wonder whether the answers make suffering any better.In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, meet Dr. Christopher Denny, Associate Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Saint John's University, for a memorable discussion of episode five, which we revisit today- I Ask God What We Are To Him.
2023-03-16
10 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
117. Scott Interviews Richard and Jerry | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Final Dialogue [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin gives a very special announcement in a touching sign off for the praised series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God.Join us for the final episode concluding the celebrated series featuring a years-long dialogue between two philosophers. Explore themes of paradox, ontology, theology and epistemology in this discussion on God and the great meaning found in the adventure of life.MEET THE GUESTS- Dr. Richard OxenbergFIND THE SITES- Theology Without Walls | What is God: An Autobiography...
2023-03-09
34 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
116. Scott Interviews Richard and Jerry | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Final Dialogue [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!How did two philosophers come to begin a years-long dialogue about God beyond religion, evolution, history, and the meaning of life? Get a behind-the-scenes look at the theological and philosophical project Two Philosophers Wrestle With God in this final interview, closing out the celebrated series. MEET THE GUESTS- Dr. Richard OxenbergFIND THE SITES- Theology Without Walls | What is God: An AutobiographyBUY THE BOOKS- God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher | Theology Without Walls: The Transreligious Imperative...
2023-03-02
26 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
115. What's On Our Mind- A Worldwide Spiritual Explosion
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon share a conversation about the thread that goes through the past five episodes of discernment, theologically, philosophically, and in our everyday lives. Understand faith as the relationship to the divine or reality in your life. What defines your true North? Are there any magnets throwing your compass off target? Not a new religion but a new spiritual understanding of our current situation. Explore religious tradition with an open mind and see it anew. BUY THE BOOK- God: An Autobiography, As...
2023-02-23
42 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
114. What's On Your Mind- Articulating A Relationship With God
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Can difficult people and chronic sinners reach God's love and divine help? Explore an intimate, loving relationship and evolution alongside God that goes beyond the lustful occasion and gets to the heart and meaning of life. Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and reporter of his communication with God, and host Scott Langdon discuss two letters from readers Sandra and Reubensis responding to God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. What is your story? We want to hear from you!This conversation takes u...
2023-02-16
40 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
113. The Life Wisdom Project | Situational Attention | Special Guest: Dr. Ray Silverman
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Ray Silverman and Dr. Jerry L. Martin discuss the life wisdom found within the Ten Commandments and how ultimate truth works in real life. An episode filled with wisdom, spiritual discernment, and intention explores the deep meaning of our story. Go with the flow alongside God down the beautifully unscripted stream of life.MEET THE GUESTS- Dr. Ray SilvermanFIND THE SITES- Theology Without Walls | What is God: An AutobiographyBUY THE BOOKS- God: An Autobiography, As Told To A...
2023-02-09
54 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
112. Special Episode | Revisiting I Learn How To Tell When A Message Is From God For Upcoming Life Wisdom Project Series
Questions? Comments? Text Us!The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each episode of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher from Jerry's conversations with God. The Life Wisdom Project investigates takeaways for everyday living with special guests. How can we live better, healthier, happier, and wiser lives? Next week, Rev Dr. Ray Silverman, author, and professor at Bryn Athyn College, will discuss episode four with Dr. Jerry L. Martin.MEET THE GUESTS- Rev. Dr. Ray SilvermanFIND THE SITES- Theology Without Walls | What is God: An Autobiography
2023-02-02
11 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
107. The Life Wisdom Project | The Encounter With Novelty And Living Truthfully | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum
Questions? Comments? Text Us!How can we live better, healthier, happier, and wiser lives? The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher and the takeaways for everyday living. Meet Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum, who teaches courses in philosophy, world religions, ethics, and bioethics at Berkeley College in NYC and St John’s University in Queens. He writes and publishes in the philosophy of religion and the philosophy of humor, among other topics. This philosophical and spiritual conversation between friends will pro...
2022-12-29
39 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
106. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask God About The Beliefs I Grew Up With
Questions? Comments? Text Us!New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom ProjectJerry wonders if he is living a life of truth and proposes to Abigail. Abigail gives a surprising but thoughtful response. Will God be present at their wedding?God and Jerry have a deep conversation about Christianity, Jesus, Jews, and the covenant. Jerry asks God difficult questions and receives unsettling answers, and he struggles to share these answers with his Jewish wife, Abigail.In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, meet Dr. Jonathan W...
2022-12-22
14 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
99. The Life Wisdom Project | A Lesson In Obedience | Special Guest: Dr. Jeanine Diller
Questions? Comments? Text Us!New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom ProjectJeanine asks Jerry a question that many struggle with: "For those of us who just from the outside look at it and like, why all this obey, obey, obey stuff?" So, why does God want us to obey? This philosophical and spiritual conversation between friends will provide inspirational answers that may surprise you and motivate your spiritual journey! Join the discussion that looks at how Jerry's wife, Abigail, responds when she finds out that Jerry has conversations with God...
2022-11-03
45 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
94. NEW The Life Wisdom Project | Tuning In To God | Special Guest: Dr. Jeanine Diller
Questions? Comments? Text Us!New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom Project- Tuning Your Radio To GodLearn of the prayers of gratitude and offers of help and service from a non-believer that ignited the conversation between God and man.The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. From Jerry's conversations with God, the Life Wisdom Project will look at the takeaways from God and the book for everyday living. How can we...
2022-09-29
22 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
91. Eastern Religions | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 9 [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Analytical and energetic philosophical and spiritual discussion of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher- a revelatory revelation preserved for this special point in history.Jeremiah, Ramakrishna, the writers of the Upanishads, and Lao Tzu-illustrations of God's contact through unique cultural traditions, language, technology, resources, and developed consciousness. Dialogue 9 examines the impact of Eastern spirituality on the development of divine reality through transpersonal interactions with God, rather than the personal aspects of God, resulting in the actualization of distinctive aspects of God. Explore th...
2022-09-08
29 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
84. The Nature of Human Beings | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 7 [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join host Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg for part 2 of the dialogue on the Nature of Human Beings from Where Two Philosophers Wrestle with God. Explore reincarnation and the meaning of karma through God's revelation to Jerry about the nature of human beings and humans' intimate connection with God as a co-partner in a shared world of creation. Part 2 looks at the wholes within the whole- living harmoniously as an orchestra- but even Beethoven had more love and loss...
2022-07-21
39 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
83. The Nature of Human Beings | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 7 [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join host Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Richard Oxenberg and Dr. Jerry L. Martin in Where Two Philosophers Wrestle with God, to discuss God's revelation to Jerry about the nature of human beings and how humans and God relate. Is God geocentric- focused on what's happening on the Earth? Is God anthropocentric- focused on the development of human beings? To answer these questions, this dialogue also delves into Darwinian evolution (with a teleological dimension), consciousness, identity, infinite worlds, Leibniz, and Sri Aurobindo. The Atman, or Self be...
2022-07-14
30 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
79. The Problem Of Evil | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 6 [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg return for part 2 of The Problem of Evil, discussing the birth of the universe, God, and purpose. Explore God as a Person with an ongoing development. Borrowing wisdom from philosophy and ancient religions, this discussion investigates whether evil is an impulse or a version of unheimlichkeit and how to attain the Victory Level.Join host Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Richard Oxenberg and Dr. Jerry L. Martin in Where Two Philosophers Wrestle with God.Dr. Jerry L...
2022-06-16
42 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
78. The Problem Of Evil | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 6 [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg invite Kierkegaard, pioneer existentialist and Danish philosopher, Stendhal, realist French novelist, and Heschel, Jewish philosopher and theologian of the 20th century, to the conversation with God, taking a deep look at evil and suffering. Join host Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Richard Oxenberg and Dr. Jerry L. Martin in Where Two Philosophers Wrestle with God, Dialogue Six- The Problem Of Evil, investigating why God does not simply end all evil and suffering.Dr. Jerry L. Martin...
2022-06-09
34 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
58. Jerry’s Story | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 1 [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Analytical and energetic dialogues of philosophical and spiritual discussion between Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg about God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. A profound conversation of philosophy, sciences, and religion daring to consider God's perspective in the series Two Philosophers Wrestle With God. The first dialogue covers the beginning of the book, and Jerry's story. Richard Oxenberg received his PH.D. in Philosophy from Emory University in 2002, with a concentration in Ethics and Philosophy of Religion. He has written and published numerous...
2022-01-20
20 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
57. Jerry’s Story | Series: Two Philosophers Wrestle With God | Dialogue 1 [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Analytical and energetic dialogues of philosophical and spiritual discussion between Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg about God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. A profound conversation of philosophy, sciences, and religion daring to consider God's perspective in the series Two Philosophers Wrestle With God. The first dialogue covers the beginning of the book, and Jerry's story. Richard Oxenberg received his PH.D. in Philosophy from Emory University in 2002, with a concentration in Ethics and Philosophy of Religion. He has written and...
2022-01-13
28 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
53. Marriage, Philosophy, And Revelations | Interviews: Scott Asks Jerry And Abigail
Questions? Comments? Text Us!Join the meaningful discussion of the book God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher by Jerry L. Martin. Discover more about the book, history, humankind, spirituality, and God through the first of a continuous series of ambitious interviews with insightful guests. Join Scott Langdon as he interviews the married philosophers and authors, Dr. Abigail Rosenthal and Dr. Jerry L. Martin, together for the first time.Dr. Abigail L. Rosenthal is Professor Emerita at Brooklyn College of The City U...
2021-12-16
40 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
49. The Creative Process And Personal Revelations | Interviews: Jerry Asks Scott [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!"Embodying a character as an actor can be a deeply ontological experience, and we continue with thoughts on process, personal revelations, and plans for the future." Join the meaningful discussion of the book God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher by Dr. Jerry L. Martin. Discover more about the book, history, humankind, spirituality, and God through the first of a continuous series of ambitious interviews with insightful guests. Part two of Dr. Jerry L. Martin interviewing the actor, host, and creative director of G...
2021-11-18
21 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
48. An Actor's Perspective | Interviews: Jerry Asks Scott [Part 1]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!"What drew me to this project in the first place, my faith background, and what it was like making the adaptation of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher from the perspective of being an actor..." Join the meaningful discussion of the book God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher by Dr. Jerry L. Martin. Discover more about the book, history, humankind, spirituality, and God through the first of a continuous series of ambitious interviews with insightful guests. Part one of Dr. Jerry L. Martin i...
2021-11-11
25 min
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
47. Divine Encounters And Enacting The Voice Of God | Interviews: Scott Asks Jerry [Part 2]
Questions? Comments? Text Us!"We talk about divine encounters, how the world is primed and ready for new revelations, and what it was like to enact the voice of God." Join the meaningful discussion of the book God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher by Jerry L. Martin. Discover more about the book, history, humankind, spirituality, and God through the first of a continuous series of ambitious interviews with insightful guests. Part two of host and Creative Director Scott Langdon interviewing Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of God: A...
2021-11-04
33 min