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Untidy FaithErin Moon | Dealing with Doubt and Holding onto HopeIn this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd welcomes Erin Moon, a writer, podcaster, and storyteller, to discuss the nuances of faith, doubt, and the many questions that arise along the journey. They explore why many feel uncomfortable expressing doubts about their faith and discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for curiosity and questions. Erin shares her personal experiences and insights, highlighting the role of relationships, trust, and hope in balancing certainty and mystery in faith. The episode also touches on the practical resources and strategies that have helped both Erin and Kate navigate their...2025-02-1041 min
Untidy FaithWhat are God's pronouns?In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd delves into the nuanced and often controversial topic of pronouns for God. Addressing the limitations and constraints of language, Kate explores how our choice of words and metaphors shape our understanding of God. She makes a compelling case for using more inclusive language to reflect the Christian concept of the Trinity and to avoid unintentional exclusions. Kate also discusses the importance of theological imagination and how exposure to diverse theological perspectives can enrich one's faith journey. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that challenges traditional views and encourages...2025-02-0514 min
Untidy FaithJonny Morrison | Does your "good news" pass the vibe check?In this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, host Kate Boyd dives into an in-depth conversation with Jonny Morrison, co-lead pastor at Missio Dei in Salt Lake City and author of 'Prodigal Gospel.' They discuss the complexity of understanding the gospel, reflecting on how traditional narratives often emphasize shame and opposition rather than celebration and unconditional love. Jonny shares his journey of evolving his understanding of the gospel, the concept of repentance and forgiveness through the lens of the parable of the prodigal son, and the importance of healing our images of God. This thoughtful dialogue encourages listeners...2025-01-2736 min
Untidy FaithDr. Sandra Glahn | Rethinking Scholarship on 1 TimothyWhat happens when we add context from literature, history, art, and architecture to our study of the Bible? It can actually illuminate tricky ideas and confusing cultural backdrops. Dr. Sandra Glahn joins me today to discuss why bringing these different sources together is important, how it affected her interpretation of 1 Timothy and provisions against women, and how Paul may have been nicer than misogynists want us to think.Dr. Sandra Glahn is a seminary professor, the author of more than 20 books--the latest being NOBODY'S MOTHER: ARTEMIS OF THE EPHESIANS IN ANTIQUITY AND THE NEW TESTAMENT--and the co-founder...2024-04-1536 min
Untidy Faith2 Samuel 6 | The "Undignified" Faith of DavidDavid continues his consolidation of power, and we talk about the ways that affects who he is becoming as a king and a family man. Join us on our walk through 2 Samuel 6 as we discuss ...What happens when you bring religion and politics togetherWhy it matters what metrics do you use for God's pleasure in your deedsThe actual way that David is undignified (and it's not the way he thinks)And who we are "ride or die" for in the story (spoiler alert: it's not David)Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram 2024-04-0831 min
Untidy FaithDieula Previlon | Healing from Church TraumaWhen the church hurts you, where do you go to find healing? How do you recover when the tools you would've once turned to remind you of the trauma? Dieula Previlon joins me to talk about the deep pain of spiritual abuse and church trauma and how we can find a way forward with God even if it means stepping out of the box of the expected.Dieula Previlon is the founder and executive director of ElevateHer International Ministries with a vision to empower women to heal from trauma. She is a Counselor/Life Coach i...2024-04-0134 min
Untidy Faith2 Samuel 5 | Balancing Altruism and AmbitionWhen it comes to leadership in churches, we've seen what happens when the balance between altruism and ambition tips in the wrong direction. Turns out we may have some of evangelicalism's favorite Bible characters to blame for that.In 2 Samuel 5, we see another "success" of David, and yet we wonder, is he really the model we should look to? And what happens in the real world when we read the Bible without deep consideration of how our interpretation affects real people?Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram T...2024-03-2545 min
Untidy FaithKaitlyn Schiess | Navigating Political Idolatry in the ChurchWith election season upon us, how do we create our own faithful political theology when we've been shaped by political idolatry? How do we navigate the tense conversations we will likely be having in an election year? How do we use the Bible well to shape our theology and practice when it comes to loving our neighbors?Kaitlyn Schiess joins me to talk about this and more.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...2024-03-1844 min
Untidy Faith2 Samuel 3-4 | Fickle AllegiancesBetrayal is around every corner as we follow David into the next era in his life. In this episode, we discuss ...- the use of women as political pawns- how David is building his army in the bedroom- the limits of "technically" keeping your hands clean when something goes wrong - dealing with ableism in the biblical textKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...2024-03-111h 02
Untidy FaithTrey Ferguson | Engaging Our Imagination Toward WholenessTrey Ferguson is a Miami-Dade County based minister, writer, and podcaster whose passions include jokes, justice, and Jesus. He’s the creator of New Living Treyslation–a podcast that retells and relates scripture in a modern vernacular–and a co-host of Three Black Men, a podcast where he muses on theology and culture with Sam Gay, Robert Monson, and a wide array of riveting guests. The author of Theologizin’ Bigger, Trey also writes and publishes regularly in his newsletter: The Son Do Move. When he’s not creating content, he can be found annoying his wife Jessica and their three chil...2024-03-0435 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel Wrap UpRecapping our feelings about Scripture and 1 Samuel after a year-long journey through this book. It includes big feelings, silly stories, and lots of thanks to you for journeying with us. Take a listen!Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-11-201h 00
Untidy FaithBuilding a Resilient Faith for a LifetimeWhat does it look like to build a faith that's strong enough but flexible enough to grow with you? Let's explore some foundational practices or mindsets to build in that will help you for the long haul.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-11-1321 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 30 & 31 | A Tragic EndContent Warning: Suicide, Israel-Palestine War, and Heavy ContentAs we reach the end of the book of 1 Samuel, we grapple with the victory of David and the tragic end for Saul and the connection to the international conflict we are witnessing today.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-11-0854 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 28 & 29 | Ghost StoriesJust in time for Spooky Season, we come to a ghost story right here in 1 Samuel. Join us to see how David manages to escape his deception being discovered, Saul's desperate (and spooky) measures to stay on top, and the set up for our final battle in 1 Samuel.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-10-231h 05
Untidy FaithHow to Deal with Spiritual Impostor SyndromeA change in your faith doesn't just affect how you believe, it also affects how you feel about yourself -- especially if your paradigms are upended.If this has happened to you, and you've felt lost or unsure in or after deconstructing, you're not alone, and you're doing just fine.In this episode, we discuss how to work through this tough time and find confidence in your faith again (even if you're less certain than you've ever been).Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a...2023-10-1626 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 26 & 27 | Is David Likeable?The one in which we spot a potential pattern of behavior and wonder if David is actually a likeable.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-10-091h 05
Untidy Faith6 Myths About Reading the BibleToday, we're going to talk about some of those outdated beliefs or even just wrong beliefs about the Bible that may still be in our mindset that have kept us from engaging scripture fully again. Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-10-0223 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 24 & 25 | David (Barely) Keeps His CoolIn 1 Samuel 24-25, we encounter Saul in a compromising position that almost costs him everything, and a wise woman who helps David keep his cool.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-09-251h 03
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 22 & 23 | Cat and MouseIn these two chapters, we see Saul and David in the game of cat and mouse, putting them in stark contrast through their behavior. What do we learn from two men on the run -- one pursued and one in pursuit?Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-09-131h 12
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 20 & 21 | Calculated RisksDavid makes some risky moves, supported by Jonathan, as he flees Saul.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-08-281h 11
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 18 & 19 | Family RivalryWhat if your family likes someone else more than you ... especially if you're the king? Story of Saul's life, unfortunately. See how he handles David's favor with his children (spoiler alert: not well).Also, we apologize in advance for the wide array of references to foreskins. #sorrynotsorryKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-08-1449 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 16 & 17 | Meet David ... TwiceA shepherd, a musician, and a warrior -- David takes on a whole lot of roles in his relationship to Saul and the kingdom of Israel.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-07-311h 06
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 15 | Winning and LosingSaul struggles to make the right decisions, and somehow even in victory, he comes out on the losing end where Samuel and the LORD are concerned. Tune in to hear our takeaways from 1 Samuel 15.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-07-1757 min
Untidy FaithBONUS: Messy Life and Messier FaithWe're taking a quick break from 1 Samuel to talk about when following Jesus gets messy and the journey to (and through) An Untidy Faith.Get An Untidy Faith HereKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-07-0359 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 13 & 14 | Rash ActionsIn 1 Samuel 13, we discuss the impatience of Saul, the victory of Jonathan, and the weird commitments we make when we want to win.Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-06-191h 06
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 11 & 12 | Hello and GoodbyeIn 1 Samuel 11-12, we see a victorious Saul getting renewed as king and a frustrated Samuel saying goodbye (with maybe just a hint of shade).Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-06-0550 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 9 & 10 | Not All Who Wander Are LostIn this episode, we talk about ...how it feels when we're lostwhat it's like to be found in a place you didn't expectwhen you're being anointed for something you didn't want to doKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-05-151h 00
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 7 & 8 | The Downfall of Spiritual DynastiesOn today’s episode we jump into 1 Samuel 7-8 where we talk about the downfall of another spiritual dynasty, the threats from inside and outside the house, and whether or not we really want the Kingship of God. Let’s get into it!Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-04-031h 08
Untidy FaithAn Untidy Faith with Trey FergusonI have the true honor of having THE Pastor Trey Ferguson writing the foreword to my book that comes out on April 18. So I was doubly honored when he said yes to interviewing me about the book so I could share it with all of you. We talk about ...How to rethink the way we treat Scripture that actually lets Jesus be Good NewsWhat it's like to disagree with everyone you grew up withWhat book I originally set out to write and how social media changed my ideaHow I want you to fe...2023-03-2036 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 5 & 6 | A god's reaction to the presence of GodIn today's episode ...A god's reaction to the presence of the LORDThe eternal question: was it tumors or hemorrhoids?What happens when you don't take God's presence or justice seriouslyKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-03-0650 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel & Violence featuring Robert Monson (Bonus Episode)On today’s episode we are actually taking a pause from digging into the text to talk with speaker, scholar, and co-director of Enfleshed Robert Monson. We talk about ...using a liberation theology lens on the Hebrew Bibleunflattening the text looking for red flags of violence (both implicit and explicit)and how to live in the tensions of ScriptureKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subs...2023-02-2046 min
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 3 & 4 | Is God just our mascot?In today's episode ...What happens when the priest can no longer distinguish the voice of GodHow Christian nationalism makes God a propAnd some undignified deaths Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-02-061h 01
Untidy Faith1 Samuel 1 & 2 | What is Sin?In today's episode, we talk through 1 Samuel 1-2 and ...Barrenness, bitter rivalries, and biblical callbacksSamuel as a tabernacle toddlerWhat and how does God “take note” of?What exactly was the sin of Hophni and Phineas?Unpacking sin and its consequences in the Bible and in ourselves Kate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kateboyd.substack.com/subscribe2023-01-231h 13