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Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefThe Biblical Canon: Where did the books of the bible come from?In this week’s episode of Fractured Faith, host Joshua Hopping talks about the history behind the creation of the bible. Namely he dives into questions like: Where did we get the 66 books of the bible? When were they bound together as one volume, i.e., the Scriptures? Does all church tradition have the same bible? If not, what are the differences? Are there books missing from the bible? Etc. Lots of questions with a lot of nerdy answers from our local bibliophile. And as always, make sure you subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and/or...2025-07-2152 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefEnd Time Wars and Prophecy with Special Guest Dr. Juan LopezThe nations of Israel and Iran have been in the news a lot recently along with lots of people talking about the end times and biblical prophecy. In this special episode of Fractured Faith, host Joshua Hopping is joined by Dr. Juan Lopez (biomedical engineering) from central Mexico to about Christians in the US and Mexican are responding to the wars. And, true to form, there is a bit of history about the origins of dispensationalism and Zionism thrown to keep things interesting.A video recording of this episode can be seen exclusively on YouTube Podcast. 2025-07-071h 05
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefGentle Parenting vs Corporal PunishmentFor many people within conservative Evangelicalism the only parenting advice they ever received was “don’t spare the rod.” In this episode of Fractured Faith, Angel Ford (mother, mental health expert, and pastor) and Joshua Hopping (father and former pastor) talk about their journeys in shifting from only knowing about corporal punishment (spanking) to embracing a gentle parenting style. Angel also drops some amazing mental health knowledge while unpacking the infamous Proverbs 13:24 - “Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them.” So, buckle up and listen to another safe and n...2025-06-2836 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefRaising Demon ChildrenAre children born evil? In this episode, Joshua Hopping shares his story about having to rethink the doctrine of total depravity which taught to him that his children were born evil and full of sin. Drawing on church history and the scriptures, Joshua unpacks this doctrine while offering an alternative rooted in the bible.2025-06-1223 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefRethinking Original SinHow does Adam’s sin affect us today? Is sin physically passed down from generation to generation? If so, how? The doctrine of ‘original sin’ was developed in the 4th century partly as a response to these questions along with some others. However, not every tradition within Christianity has agreed with the answers provided by ‘original sin’ nor have they agreed upon the definition of ‘original sin.’ In this episode of Fractured Faith, host Joshua Hopping will attempt to provide some biblical and historical background to the doctrine of original sin while also exploring the practical implications of the doctrin...2025-05-2639 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefThe Money Episode, aka Rethinking TithingTithe and offerings are a standard part of many churches in the US as money is required to keep the lights on, care for staff members, or just to feed the hungry. Yet the manner in which churches (and other non-profit organizations) ask for money can be harmful and, in some cases, downright spiritual abusive. In this episode of Fractured Faith, Joshua and Angel talk about the biblical view of giving as well as their own personal feelings towards the subject. As with most topics they tackle, the results are far from traditional! 2025-05-0535 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefReindigenousizing HellWhat happened to Jesus between his death on the cross and when he walked out of the tomb on Easter Sunday? Was he just dead? Or was he up to something else? And, perhaps even more importantly, how do these questions help us reindigenousize hell? In this special Easter episode Joshua Hopping talks about the Harrowing of Hell from a Cherokee perspective to decolonize the afterlife. Enjoy and don’t forget to like and subscribe to catch each episode! 2025-04-2131 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefWhat About Hell?Hell – a place of eternal conscious torment in the afterlife for people who do not follow Jesus – is typically seen as a core doctrine of the Christian faith. But is it? Is it possible to be a Christian that does not believe in hell? In this episode of Fractured Faith, Joshua Hopping and Angel Ford dive into the doctrine of hell to better understand the biblical and historical origins behind the fiery location. They also explore other possibilities including hell being a non-torturous void, ceasing to exist (annihilationism), and Christian universalism. So, buckle up and come to hell...2025-04-0733 min
Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefDeconstructing Church AttendanceAccording to Gallup poll, church attendance has been dropping in the US since 2009 with COVID being the last straw for a lot of folks. To repopulate churches, pastors have begun to talk more and more about the importance of church attendance. Yet for some, organized religious gatherings bring up painful memories or just don’t seem relevant anymore. Join co-host Joshua Hopping and Angel Ford as they talk with special guest Emily Hopping (former worship/children pastor and church planter) about shifting church habits and deconstructing what it means to go to church. 2025-03-2433 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefCan You be Both Pro-Choice and a Christian?For decades the American Evangelical church and the far-left atheist community have both belittled and demonized anyone who does not adhere to their view of family planning. Rather than helping reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies, this culture way has removed the nuances, struggles, and pain associated with family planning. Not ones to stay away from controversial topics, Joshua Hopping ( Indigenous author and mystic) and April Ford (mental health expert and pastor) dive into the conversation by asking the questions like, “Is it is possible to be pro-choice and a follower of Jesus?” or “When does life begin?” And in true...2025-03-1044 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefDeconstruction and Reconstruction: A Hopping JourneyWhat happens when a pastor deconstructs? In this episode of Fractured Faith, Angel Ford interviews Joshua and Emily Hopping about their journey from Third Wave Evangelical pastors to being skeptical of the church gathering itself along with moving to a LGBT affirming position of marriage. Though the conversation goes on longer than pervious episodes, every minute is valuable as the Hopping’s journey is one that many people today are traveling. Far from being a cussword, deconstruction when led by the Holy Spirit can lead to healing and a deeper relationship with the Creator. 2025-02-2459 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefThe Mystical Voice of the DivineAre humans able to hear the voice of ‘God’? How do we know the voice belongs to the Creator and not another being? What about mental health disorders? In this episode of the Fractured Faith podcast, hosts Angel Ford and Joshua Hopping tackle all these questions and more while Angel share an experience she had as a seven-year-old child that changed her life.
For those curious souls, below is the book Joshua references within the episode: "When God Talks Back: Understanding the American Evangelical Relationship With God" by T.M. Luhrmann (affiliate link)
2025-02-1033 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefWhat is “Christianity” and who is a “Christian”?While it may seem obvious, defining the term ‘Christian’ is a lot hard than it seems! Lots of people today and throughout history have claimed exclusivity when it comes to determining who is ‘in’ and ‘out’ of Christianity. Hosts Joshua Hopping and Angel Ford discuss this history while offering their own options on how to define ‘Christianity.’ Plus learn why Joshua doesn’t like evangelism! Lots of fun and excitement on the second episode of Fractured Faith. 2025-01-2733 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefWhat is the Fractured Faith podast?It is here! Join Angel Ford and Joshua Hopping for the launch of the Fractured Faith: A Mosaic of Belief podcast. Within this introduction episode, they share a bit about why they are starting a podcast while touching on topics such as deconstruction, political elections, and changing beliefs. Someone gets called a heretic so you know it must be good!2025-01-1322 minFractured Faith: A Mosaic of BeliefComing soon! The Fractured Faith podcastNew podcast starting Monday, January 13th! Fractured Faith seeks to rethink the way of Jesus through exploring the biblical and historical context for different church doctrines along with thinking about the practical implications these doctrines have had on the mental health of believers, methods of evangelism, and people leaving the church. Hosted by mental health expert and pastor Angel Ford and Indigenous author and mystic Joshua Hopping (Cherokee Nation), this podcast explores the cracks surrounding the Faith in the US while seeking to better understand the Way of Jesus.
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Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #629 - Night of the Living ImpairedSend us a textIn a city infested with the hearing-impaired three slackers must fight their deepest fears and obvious flaws in an attempt to gain more listeners for their fledgling podcast. On Episode 629 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the horror comedy We Are Zombies from the filmmaking trio known as RKSS! We also talk about zombie film lore, what Ravenshadow would do if he were to work out in a gym, and using wrestling moves in film. So grab your zombie repellent, wear your favorite luchador mask, and strap on for the world's most...2024-08-163h 10
Hard Cuore #podcastHardCuore#306. Retorno a CicelyHard Cuore el programa de Radio Malva, dedicado al mundo de la canción y a todo lo que la rodea. Cuenta con Luis Díscola en el apartado técnico y con Alfonso Moreira al micrófono.
La CBS no las tenía todas consigo cuando emitió el episodio piloto de Doctor en Alaska el 12 de julio de 1990. Joshua Brand y John Falsey habían inventado un pueblo minúsculo con unos habitantes peculiares en el que se desarrolla una trama aparentemente sencilla. El protagonista es Joel Fleischman (Rob Morrow), un médico judío residente de Nueva York que se ve...2022-10-0555 min
Grown Folks Music Show PodcastGrown Folks Music Podcast 63 Hosted By Sam SmithBelieve In Something Pointer Sisters Feat Stan Edward MooreCount On Me B & The FamilySee You Soon Akemi FoxLove Me 2 My Soul Joe Leavy Weekend B. ThompsonIf It Feels Good We Are One X-PerienceHang with Me Alvin GarrettFallin' For You Heather HeadleyIn The Mood Dennis TaylorHope Homemadesoul ft Leslie CouncilDo I Do Micky More & Andy Tee, Angela JohnsonHome K.ZIASay Less Carlos Budd FordLady De’Marcus Walker (feat. Frank McComb) Let Your Light Shine Ivy...2022-05-232h 59
Creek Talk Podcast - A Buffy & Dawson's Creek Recap ShowEpisode 24-(S2-Ep 8)-"The Reluctant Hero"Welcome Back Creekers! It's 2022!We hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday and everyone is fully rested. Because we're back this week discussing Season 2, Episode 8, "The Reluctant Hero." AKA, the episode where Jen has a sorta, kinda threesome. Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is struggling to find a balance with his father, Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) since moving out of the Leery estate. Also, after discovering good news about his film, he attempts to ease into a friendship again with Joey, until she breaks the news to him that maybe she's too bu...2022-01-082h 22