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The Dispatch PodcastGod and the Far Right | Interview: Mike CosperMichael Warren speaks with Mike Cosper, host of the podcasts Devil and the Deep Blue Sea and The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, to discuss ideological shifts in mass shootings, extremism among young conservative men, and the role of figures like Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson in shaping narratives.
The Agenda:—The Great Unbundling of Humanity—The rise of ideological mass shootings—Nick Fuentes and his influence—Christian Zionism and its implications—The future of the American church
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2025-11-1054 min
Devil and the Deep Blue SeaBONUS: Adam Kinzinger on January 6 & Conspiracy ThinkingIn this bonus episode of The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, Mike Cosper sits down with former Congressman Adam Kinzinger for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation about January 6th, conspiracy thinking in the church and in congress, and the price he paid for speaking truth to power.
Kinzinger shares what it was like to be inside the Capitol as the insurrection unfolded, and the spiritual deconstruction and political reckoning that followed. This conversation is a powerful reminder of how easily truth can be distorted when we mistake political victory for divine mandate.
We close...
2025-07-2945 min
Devil and the Deep Blue SeaBONUS: Livestream Q&A with Mike Cosper, Matthew D. Taylor, and Robert DownenSeason One may be wrapped—but the story isn’t over.
In this bonus episode of The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, we bring you a dynamic conversation between two returning guests—Matthew D. Taylor
and Robert Downen—who unpack the lingering impact of the Satanic Panic and the modern evangelical movement, including the events of January 6, 2021.
You’ll also hear from a DDBS from a listener in Australia, who recounts the chilling true story of a fatal exorcism that took place in rural Australia in 1993.
And finally, we take a moment to honor t...
2025-06-0954 min
Devil and the Deep Blue SeaForgetting What HappenedStay tuned to the end for news from Mike Cosper and Rebekah Sebastian on upcoming Bonus episodes!
In the finale of Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, we try to do the impossible: tie the threads together. From criminal cases to political crusades, we retrace the lines between fear, faith, and power that shaped the Satanic Panic—and continue influencing our world today.
Mike Cosper and Rebekah Sebastian open with a game that highlights just how absurd things got, then dive into the deeper questions: Why did the Satanic Panic take hold? And how does it...
2025-05-211h 54
The Holy Post666: Lessons from the Satanic Panic with Mike CosperPope Francis died on Monday. Will the Catholic Church continue to move in the direction of inclusion and reform, or will it elect a more traditional leader in reaction to the last papacy? Mike Cosper is back to talk about his new podcast from Christianity Today about the Satanic Panic, "Devil and the Deep Blue Sea." In the 1980s and 90s, the FBI investigated 11,000 reports of satanic ritual abuse, but did not uncover a single credible story. So, why were parents throughout the country worried that heavy metal music, board games, and the Smurfs would lead their kids into...
2025-04-231h 25
No Small Endeavor with Lee C. CampUnabridged Interview: Mike Cosper
This is our unabridged interview with Mike Cosper. How do you raise criticisms about a group of which you consider yourself to be a member? Mike Cosper hosted The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, a podcast critiquing a lot of the tendencies of American Christianity. “ People are looking at Christianity and saying, is it true?” he says. “I think where I landed after my own negative experiences was asking, is it good?” In this episode, we cover some of the key issues such a question has raised for Mike - like cele...
2025-04-181h 08
Devil and the Deep Blue SeaBONUS: Deep Dive with Mike Cosper: Q&A + Best of DDBS Live StreamsThe Devil and the Deep Blue Sea team is on spring break, so we’re taking this opportunity to bring you something a little different. In this interview with show creator and host Mike Cosper, we explore how the ripple effects of the Satanic Panic still echo today. You’ll also learn the story behind the series title—and Mike answers a burning question: Has the church ever truly reckoned with its role in the panic?Then, stick around for a special bonus: some of our favorite moments from the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea live...
2025-04-151h 17
No Small Endeavor with Lee C. CampMike Cosper: A Critique of American Christianity
How do you raise criticisms about a group of which you consider yourself to be a member? Mike Cosper hosted The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, a podcast critiquing a lot of the tendencies of American Christianity. “ People are looking at Christianity and saying, is it true?” he says. “I think where I landed after my own negative experiences was asking, is it good?” In this episode, we cover some of the key issues such a question has raised for Mike - like celebrity culture and toxic masculinity - as well as what it’s like to do...
2025-04-1454 min
Good FaithMike Cosper: Unveiling Church Abuse Move From toxicity to trust, healing, and renewed faith. Host Curtis Chang and Mike Cosper, creator of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" investigate the unsettling realities of church abuse and the unchecked authority that breeds toxicity within faith communities. Drawing from his latest book, "The Church in Dark Times," Cosper discusses the urgent need for accountability in evangelical settings, using the Mars Hill case as a poignant example. Curtis and Mike explore the intersection of leadership and emotional and spiritual abuse to help us all discover pathways to healing and rebuilding trust in...
2025-02-2058 min
The Living Church PodcastThe Church in Dark Times with Mike CosperEver wonder how we got to "this moment" as a country, as a church? Many people are thinking about these questions. Many of them are evangelicals, who stand out in American culture as a group of incredible influence: lots of sucess growing churches, and, as our politicians know, lots of power in the polls.Among the evangelicals thinking, "How did we get here?", is Mike Cosper. You may know Mike from the Christianity Today podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. Today we discuss his new book, The Church in Dark Times: Understanding and Resist...
2025-01-3048 min
The BulletinMr. Cosper Goes to WashingtonThe Bulletin reports from the US presidential inauguration.Find us on Youtube.The Bulletin follows Mike Cosper to the 2025 presidential inauguration, held on Monday, January 20. Mike and Clarissa talk about the Israeli-hostage rally by the Washington Monument and welcome Justin Giboney to talk about immigration and domestic concerns. David French joins the show to reflect on the January 6 pardons and international concerns. GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:
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2025-01-241h 04
The Rise and Fall of Mars HillAn Update from Mike CosperFrom the creators of the hit podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill comes a new show, Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, which takes you back to the Satanic Panic that gripped America in the 1980s and 90s.This limited series explores how hysteria gripped parents and teens through cautionary tales like Go Ask Alice, influenced notorious criminal cases like the West Memphis Three, and catapulted the political agenda of the Moral Majority.Join as we seek to understand how this wave of panic devastated innocent lives and diverted the church’s attention fr...
2024-12-1702 min
Future ChristianMike Cosper on the Dangers of Ideology in the ChurchWhat happens when ideology takes over church leadership? In this episode, Martha Tatarnic welcomes Mike Cosper, creator of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill and director of podcasts at Christianity Today. Mike explores the dynamics of ideology within church leadership, particularly how ideological thinking can lead to disastrous decision-making. Together, they discuss the influence of secularism and the anxiety surrounding church decline, as well as the allure of charismatic leaders like Mark Driscoll. In a thought-provoking dialogue, they consider the role of populism, the importance of resisting the cult of personality in church leadership, and the practices of...
2024-12-171h 18
Faithful PoliticsThe Rise and Fall of the Evangelical Church: A Conversation with Mike CosperHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comJoin Faithful Politics as we host a compelling conversation with Mike Cosper, the director of podcasts at Christianity Today and creator of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. In this episode, we dive deep into his latest book, The Church in Dark Times: Understanding and Resisting the Evil That Seduced the Evangelical Movement. Explore the unsettling parallels between modern evangelicalism and Hannah Arendt's theories on totalitarianism, loneliness, and the dangers of charismatic leadership. From the rise...
2024-12-1052 min
Sons of PatriarchyFrom Mars Hill to Moscow: A Conversation with Mike CosperMedia inquiries: https://www.sonsofpatriarchy.com/contact Patreon: patreon.com/sonsofpatriarchy Website: sonsofpatriarchy.com Donate: https://donorbox.org/sons-of-patriarchy Enjoy this BONUS episode with Mike Cosper of Christianity Today! We talk through Mark Driscoll, Doug Wilson, the ideologies that have taken over so much of the church, what it does to the gospel, and her people, and what can be done about it. Listen to The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. Purchase The Church in Dark Times. "Sons of Patriarchy" is brought to y...
2024-12-071h 10
Shifting CultureEp. 243 Mike Cosper - The Church in Dark Times: Resisting the Lure of IdeologyIn our conversation today we talk about some of the deepest challenges facing the church today. Our guest is Mike Cosper, author of the new book 'The Church in Dark Times,' and he's bringing this incredible framework from the philosopher Hannah Arendt to help us understand the dynamics at play. What Cosper lays out is how the church, much like broader society, has become susceptible to the lure of ideology - these seductive stories that promise meaning and purpose, but ultimately lead us astray. He traces this back to the unbundling of identity that's happened in modernity, where...
2024-11-1955 min
City Church HoustonA Conversation With Mike Cosper: Facing Spiritual WildernessIn this special conversation with Mike Cosper, producer of the influential podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill and director of podcasts for Christianity Today, we will discuss how to face seasons that feel like a spiritual or relational desert. In his latest book, Land of My Sojourn, Cosper uses the literal landscape of the Bible to narrate his own story of disillusionment, despair, and ultimately repair within the modern church.Have you ever felt spiritually empty, searching for answers but finding only miles of wasteland and wilderness? Have you faced disappointment with those within the...
2024-11-1351 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: How Church Leaders Can Resist the ‘Banality of Evil’ and Stand Strong in This MomentGet notes on this podcast here: Mike Cosper joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explains the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shares how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joined us last week to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Check out our conversation with him here: ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: Find ChurchLea...
2024-11-1341 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: How Church Leaders Can Resist the 'Banality of Evil' and Stand Strong in This MomentGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html Mike Cosper joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explains the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shares how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joined us last week to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Check o...
2024-11-1341 minThe Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: How Church Leaders Can Resist the 'Banality of Evil' and Stand Strong in This MomentGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/500594-mike-cosper-church-leaders-resist-banality-evil.html Mike Cosper joins "The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast" where, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt, he explains the dangers of ideological movements within the church and shares how church leaders can resist being captivated by anything other than the gospel. Rev. Dr. Chris Adams joined us last week to discuss the critical intersection of mental health and ministry, emphasizing the special role church leaders play in helping other people's mental health and the unique challenges pastors face with their own. Check o...
2024-11-1341 min
Faith & Clarity - Biblical Perspectives and Biblical Wisdom on News & Cultural IssuesExploring the church in dark times with Mike CosperIn this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, host Mark Turman engages in a deep conversation with Mike Cosper, creator of the Mars Hill podcast and author of The Church in Dark Times. They explore Mike's background, his journey in church planting, and the impact of the Mars Hill story on contemporary church dynamics. In this conversation, Mike Cosper and Mark Turman explore the complex interplay between leadership, faith, and politics within the church. They discuss the dangers of misplaced priorities, the justification of corrupt leaders, and the need for humility and skepticism in leadership. The metaphor o...
2024-11-061h 08Faith & Clarity - Biblical Perspectives and Biblical Wisdom on News & Cultural IssuesExploring the church in dark times with Mike CosperIn this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, host Mark Turman engages in a deep conversation with Mike Cosper, creator of the Mars Hill podcast and author of The Church in Dark Times. They explore Mike's background, his journey in church planting, and the impact of the Mars Hill story on contemporary church dynamics. In this conversation, Mike Cosper and Mark Turman explore the complex interplay between leadership, faith, and politics within the church. They discuss the dangers of misplaced priorities, the justification of corrupt leaders, and the need for humility and skepticism in leadership. The metaphor o...
2024-11-061h 08
Truce - History of the Christian ChurchMike Cosper: The Church in Dark TimesGive $10/ month to help Chris make TruceWhat are the warning signs that a church leader will become a tyrant? How do we prevent church hurt from becoming our identity? What are ideologies and how do they become the overall focus of some ministries?Mike Cosper is the co-host of Christianity Today's The Bulletin podcast, the producer and host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, and now the author of The Church in Dark Times.Discussion Questions:
How does Mike define "Ideology"? What does it mean to...
2024-11-0440 min
Maybe GodFinding HOPE Beyond Failed Leaders and Church Hurt | Mike CosperAs the host of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast, Christianity Today's Mike Cosper explored how narcissism and spiritual abuse can wreak havoc in a church. In this interview with Maybe God guest host Justin Brierley, Mike shares his own experiences with harm and healing in church life through his latest book, Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found. Read Mike Cosper's book: https://www.amazon.com/Land-My-Sojourn-Landscape-Faith/dp/0830847340 Head to YouTube to watch Maybe God's full-length interviews! Suppo...
2024-09-1953 min
Explore The Unforgettable Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/761108to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Cosper
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 42 minutes
Release date: August 13, 2024
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
In the years since leaving local church ministry, I've devoted an enormous amount of time and resources to examining the church's often troubled witness, its ongoing crisis of leadership, and the epidemic of narcissism, abuse, and cover-up that has continued to emerge year after year. This book is about my journey both before and undergirding that work—the sh...
2024-08-133h 42
Indulge In This High-Impact Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Land of My Sojourn by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/178394to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Land of My Sojourn
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Cosper
Format: mp3
Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
Release date: 08-13-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings
Genres: Ministry & Evangelism
Publisher's Summary:
In the years since leaving local church ministry, I've devoted an enormous amount of time and resources to examining the church's often troubled witness, its ongoing crisis of leadership, and the epidemic of narcissism, abuse, and cover-up that has continued to emerge year after year. This book is about my journey both before and undergirding that work—the shattering of...
2024-08-133h 42Indulge In: This Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.Land of My Sojourn by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/178394to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Land of My Sojourn
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Cosper
Format: mp3
Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
Release date: 08-13-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings
Genres: Ministry & Evangelism
Publisher's Summary:
In the years since leaving local church ministry, I've devoted an enormous amount of time and resources to examining the church's often troubled witness, its ongoing crisis of leadership, and the epidemic of narcissism, abuse, and cover-up that has continued to emerge year after year. This book is about my journey both before and undergirding that work—the shattering of...
2024-08-133h 42Download Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityLand of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/761108to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Cosper
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 42 minutes
Release date: August 13, 2024
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
In the years since leaving local church ministry, I've devoted an enormous amount of time and resources to examining the church's often troubled witness, its ongoing crisis of leadership, and the epidemic of narcissism, abuse, and cover-up that has continued to emerge year after year. This book is about my journey both before and undergirding that work—the sh...
2024-08-133h 42
The Seacoast Podcast: Things You Won't Hear On Sunday102 - Mike Cosper (host/producer of Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast, Christianity Today)Mike Cosper of Christianity Today has recently released a book, Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found, which focuses on his painful experience of leaving local church ministry and the grace that restored his faith. The book stems from Mike’s experience with church hurt and his doubts about the goodness of the Church. Through it all, Mike has found a sense of peace and has learned a valuable life lesson–one he is still learning from. Today, Mike talks about his book, reflects on scriptural testimonies, and answers questions about church cult...
2024-06-1157 min
The Russell Moore ShowMike Cosper on Church Hurt and Church HopeConfusion and anxiety. Narcissistic tendencies. Spiritual abuses. As the host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, CT’s director of media Mike Cosper explored how these themes can wreak havoc in a church. Now, he’s sharing his own experiences with harm and healing in church life through his latest book, Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found.On this episode of The Russell Moore Show, Moore hosts Cosper for a discussion of hurt and hope. They talk about Cosper’s work in church ministry, in his book, and while hosting t...
2024-04-1743 minThe Holy Post607: The Gift of Disillusionment with Mike CosperCORRECTION - The initial audio file uploaded this morning was missing the last 10 minutes. If your phone automatically downloads the episode, remove the download and then redownload it, and that should take care of the issue. Sorry for the inconvenience! 607: Are you feeling disillusioned about your faith? About your church? You're definitely not alone. Creator of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast, Mike Cosper, is back to talk about his new book, "Land of My Sojourn," and how he came to embrace disillusionment as a gift. Also this week, Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss...
2024-03-061h 38
The HabitMike Cosper on the Stories We Tell OurselvesMike Cosper is the director of podcasting for Christianity Today, where he hosts The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill and Cultivated: A Podcast About Faith and Work. He is the author of several books, most recently Land of My Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found.Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-2645 min
What If I'm Wrong?Mike Planeta: Faith, Sex, and ‘The Bachelorette’On today’s episode Heather sits down with Mike “Mikey” Planeta. You may recognize Mike as one of the contestants on season 17 of the ABC dating and relationship reality television series The Bachelorette featuring Katie Thurston. Mike was eliminated in week 6, right before the show’s hometown dates. He made national news when he revealed on the show that he was a virgin and saving himself for marriage. His celibacy was rooted in his Christian faith, and was a startling departure from the typical storyline we seen on reality television.In this conversation Mike and Heather talk about hi...
2023-12-1441 min
The Pastor Theologians PodcastPastoral Authority | Mike CosperMike Cosper joins the podcast to refresh and expand on conversations from the 2023 CPT Conference about the nature of pastoral authority and how that authority can be abused. During the show, Cosper offers a definition of authority that highlights the locus of authority in relationship, encouraging pastors not to view themselves as inaccessible shepherds but as pastors of the people. Mike covers topics from mega churches to Mark Driscoll to Hannah Arendt.Living Church - Awe and Presence
2023-11-2047 min
Freely GivenThe Offensive Gospel with Mike CosperWe invited our friend, Mike Cosper back on to talk about his article he recently wrote for Christianity Today about Tim Keller. He quotes Tim for saying that the point of contextualization isn't to make the gospel more palatable, but but make the offense of the gospel clear. We discuss what it means that the gospel is offensive, and what it means to contextualize it. For many years, it has been assumed that the culture in America was a Christian culture, but there's a contextualization we must learn to do when we see the world around us...
2023-09-2829 min
Think Through ItScandal and Sobermindedness (with Mike Cosper)Scandal and Sobermindedness (with Mike Cosper) by Think Through It
2023-09-1933 min
The Halflight Podcast09 - Return My Heart to my Chest with Mike CosperWhen my faith began to unravel, Mike Cosper was one of the people I reached out to. We'd known each other from afar for long enough that I knew he'd have both context and perspective that few people would have. And he did. What I didn't know at the time was that as I shared my story with him, it was in that moment he begun to think "this story needs to be told" and started thinking about making a podcast about it. Specifically the human impacts and effects on the lives of the people who were there. Crazy!
2023-02-2151 min
The Slow Work with Sandra McCrackenSinners and Saints and Sacks of Meat with Mike CosperIn a culture of loneliness, charisma and freewheeling rootlessness seduce with empty promises. We are all looking for meaning, but few stop long enough to consider where it might be found in rich supply.In this week’s episode, host Sandra McCracken sits down with author and podcaster Mike Cosper to talk about the slow work of confessional living. Discussion winds from the viral podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill to Cosper’s transformative experience of visiting sacred hills in the Holy Land. As Cosper shares stories of Mars Hill congregants and visitors to the Chur...
2023-02-0734 min
Being Human with Steve CussEp 163: Mike CosperMike Cosper is a musician, pastor, creative and podcaster, most recently known for the juggernaut podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. Mike serves as a Senior Director at Christianity Today and recently hosted two beautiful interviews with Bono and Bill Mallonee. We discuss how grief infects our work for better or worse, the impact and challenge of producing RaFoMH podcast. We kick around art and craft and the vital importance of putting beautiful work into the world. Mike is an utter gem, I could have talked with him for hours. For a journal or...
2023-01-2950 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastBest of 2022: Mike Cosper on What ‘The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’ Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html In our most listened to episode of 2022, Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share about his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chur...
2022-12-2141 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastBest of 2022: Mike Cosper on What 'The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill' Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html In our most listened to episode of 2022, Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share about his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visi...
2022-12-2141 minThe Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastBest of 2022: Mike Cosper on What 'The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill' Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html In our most listened to episode of 2022, Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share about his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visi...
2022-12-2141 min
Love Thy Neighborhood presents: The EnneaCast#79: How Enneagram Type 5s Relate To God w/Mike CosperIn this episode, Jesse and Lindsey talk through how Type 5s tend to relate to God. Then they interview writer and podcaster Mike Cosper. Mike talks about how the 5s skill to devour ideas and information can sometimes become the way to define righteousness. He also shares about how walking through grief has taught him how to sit with people through emotionally heavy experiences. Everyone plays Super Fight, where Jesse and Lindsey pit a Type 8 and a counter-phobic Type 6 against each other. Connect with Mike - https://mikecosper.net/ Twitter: @mikecosper
2022-11-0143 min
Unbelievable?Church abuse, leadership scandals & RZIM: Rachael Denhollander, Amy Orr-Ewing, Mike Cosper & Diane Langberg
Justin Brierley was joined by four guests and hundreds of attendees for a live webinar event 'Falling From Grace: Addressing power, leadership and abuse in the church'.
Panellists: Abuse survivor and advocate Rachael Denhollander; author, theologian and former RZIM vice-president Amy Orr-Ewing; Rise And Fall Of Mars Hill Podcast presenter Mike Cosper; and trauma and abuse specialist Diane Langberg. Justin Humphreys of the leading independent Christian safeguarding charity Thirtyone:eight also joins the conversation.
For the resources from Thirtyone:eight: https://thirtyoneeight.org/unbelievable
Rachael Denhollander: https://rachaeldenhollander.com/...
2022-09-231h 35
Faith AngleMike Cosper and Jon Ward: On ”The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill”If you’re an evangelical insider, the name Mike Cosper and his “Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” podcast series, published by Christianity Today in 2021, is almost certainly familiar for its artful retelling of the story of a Seattle megachurch pastored by Mark Driscoll. In this episode, Cosper, who is the director of podcasting for Christianity Today, is joined by Jon Ward of Yahoo News. Together, they examine what it is about the structure of megachurches that leaves them prone to the quick rise and fall of a charismatic leader. How does that compare to American politics—especially when our parti...
2022-08-2539 min
Get Lost In Into A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook Before Bedtime.Serving a Movement by Timothy Keller, Timothy Chester - contributor, Daniel Montgomery - contributor, Mike Cosper - contributor, Alan Hirsch - contributorPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/230409to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Serving a Movement
Author: Timothy Keller, Timothy Chester - contributor, Daniel Montgomery - contributor, Mike Cosper - contributor, Alan Hirsch - contributor
Narrator: Christopher Ragland
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins
Release date: 07-19-22
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 5 ratings
Genres: Discipleship
Publisher's Summary:
Our goal as Christians is never simply to build our own tribe. Instead, we seek the peace and prosperity of the city or community in which we live through a gospel movement led by the Holy Spirit, a movement united by the gospel of Jesus...
2022-07-1910h 14
Acton LineMike Cosper on ‘The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’“The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” is one of the most popular Christian podcasts of the past year. It chronicles how Mars Hill Church in Seattle went from one of the most influential multisite evangelical churches in the U.S. to an abuse- and scandal-ridden nightmare, finally having to shut its doors for good in 2014 following the resignation of its charismatic founder, Mark Driscoll. Eric Kohn, Acton’s director of marketing and communications, sits down with Mike Cosper, producer, writer, and host of the podcast, to discuss the lessons from the stories Cosper tells in “The...
2022-07-1342 minFreely GivenGrace and Virtue with Mike CosperIn this episode with Mike Cosper, we talk about grace and virtue. How do we "pursue virtue" and not let go of grace? We discuss the difference between self introspection by checking our own fruit, and confessing our sins. When we understand it's the grace that pushes forward any love toward the neighbors in our life, it changes the paradigm. We talk about the theology of the cross, the hiddenness of it all, and the mask that we wear. Books discusssed: Between Noon and Three by Robert Capon Ragged by Gretchen...
2022-07-1322 minFreely GivenChurch Culture with Mike CosperIn this episode, we have Mike Cosper on from "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and journalist for Christianity Today. We wanted to talk specifically on how law and gospel distinctions have an impact on the culture of a church, in regard to how we treat each other, and how we perceive our pastors. If we hold to the doctrine that we are "simultaneously saints and sinners" it should be assumed that sin is something we will have to work through in church relationships. This should not surprise us, and we can take comfort in the...
2022-07-0722 min
VOYAGER: A Vaughn Group Podcast009. Mike CosperMike Cosper sits down with Travis to discuss the planning behind and thereactions to his popular podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. www.christianitytoday.comHost: Travis VaughnSponsor: UNTOLD - https://www.untold.org/UNTOLD believes in a world where no story is cut short or silenced by AIDS. We are working toward a future where every single person living with HIV/AIDS receives life-saving care, gains spiritual hope, and lives a flourishing life without stigma. Voyager is a pr...
2022-06-011h 29
Church Law PodcastThe Rise and Fall of Mars Hill and What You Should Consider Before Changing Your Bylaws, with Guest Mike CosperWith millions of downloads and a top 3 ranking at one point on Apple podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill had many of us captivated. From a legal standpoint, the decline and ultimate demise of Mars Hill Church offers a cautionary tale with respect to governance and alterations to decision-making structures.
Founded in 1996 as a home Bible study, Mars Hill Church grew to more than 12,000 people at 15 locations in weekly attendance. After a series of internal conflicts and troublesome behaviors of its lead pastor, Mark Driscoll, the church experienced a dramatic collapse in 2014.
In this episode of the Church...
2022-04-1929 min
The Disrupters: Faith Changing CultureMike Cosper Explores Why White Evangelical Churches Implode"I think it fundamentally comes back to, we want to win. We want to be told we're right. And we don't want to be put in a position where we're being called to lay down our lives for our friends and neighbors." Mike Cosper is perhaps best known for his breakthrough podcast, The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. The podcast experienced crossover success, rising up the mainstream podcast charts and being listened to by Christians and non-Christians alike. Having finished the series, Mike has clear eyes about the failures of the white evangelical church, and while race may...
2022-02-241h 07
Religion on the MindMike Cosper of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" (#145)Today Tony Jones and I interview Mike Cosper, the host of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast, diving into the detailed aspects of the widely successful show. We cover its underlying themes while also challenging some of Cosper's choices and methodology. We also touch on broader topics like narcissism in church leadership, journalistic responsibilities, and attempting to redeem evangelicalism.Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-and-fall-of-mars-hill/id1569401963Responding to "The Rise & Fall of Marse Hill" (Episodes 1 & 2): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000531466861Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram...
2022-02-211h 22Religion on the MindMike Cosper of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" (#145)Today Tony Jones and I interview Mike Cosper, the host of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" podcast, diving into the detailed aspects of the widely successful show. We cover its underlying themes while also challenging some of Cosper's choices and methodology. We also touch on broader topics like narcissism in church leadership, journalistic responsibilities, and attempting to redeem evangelicalism.Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-and-fall-of-mars-hill/id1569401963Responding to "The Rise & Fall of Marse Hill" (Episodes 1 & 2): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000531466861Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram...
2022-02-211h 22
This Is Harbor NetworkMike CosperThe Rise and Fall of Mars Hill proved to be the hottest podcast of the year for many. It was discussed around the world in churches, barber shops, coffee bars, and front porches. In this episode, Mike makes it personal, talks about the toll the pod had on his life, what he believes the church has to learn from stories like these, and how evangelicals can find their way back. This one is so good you're going to want to listen to it twice. Saddle up and dig in, folks. CREDITSThis episode o...
2022-02-1749 minGood FaithLessons from The Rise & Fall of Mars Hill with Mike CosperDavid and Curtis are excited to welcome the inaugural guest of the Good Faith podcast, Mike Cosper. Mike is the Director of Podcasting for Christianity Today and is most well known as the producer and host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. Join David, Curtis and Mike as they discuss some of the lessons Mike took away from the process of diving deep into such a painful story. As you will see, the lessons are sometimes hard (just like the gospel itself), but they are also surprisingly hopeful (just like the gospel itself). S...
2022-01-291h 03The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: What ‘The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’ Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchleaders Follow ChurchLeaders on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChurchLead Follow ChurchLeaders on Instagram: https://instagram.com/chur...
2022-01-2641 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: What 'The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill' Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://chur...
2022-01-2641 minThe Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastMike Cosper: What 'The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill' Means for Church LeadersGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/415759-mike-cosper-rise-fall-mars-hill-church-leaders.html Mike Cosper joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share his experience creating the "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and his thoughts on what church leaders should take away from the series. ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685 ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://chur...
2022-01-2641 min
Everything Just ChangedMike Cosper on Power and the Rise and Fall of Mars HillWith millions of downloads you’ve likely heard of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, a podcast about the abuse of power. But now that it’s over what does its creator, Mike Cosper, think about power? And how did he steward his own cultural power in the midst of telling the story about power’s abuse? This week we're talking with Mike Cosper about the podcast, some of the questions we've wondered about while listening to this story, and about what Mike learned from diving in to the power dynamics at Mars Hill.We'd love to hea...
2022-01-251h 09
Mere ChristiansMike Cosper (Host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill)Jordan Raynor sits down with Mike Cosper, Host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, to talk about what you learn by resisting shortcuts in your career, the value of living outside of the geographic center of your industry, and what Denzel Washington’s role in Training Day can teach us about how Christians can engage culture.Links Mentioned:The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill PodcastsMike Cosper on TwitterThe Artist's WayQuack This WayBorn Standing UpMary KarrLitTraining DayTed Lasso
2022-01-0544 min
New Churches PodcastMike Cosper: Maker of ‘The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill’Episode 622: Podcaster Mike Cosper’s groundbreaking series, “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill,” takes you inside the story of Mars Hill Church in Seattle – from its founding as part of one of the largest church planting movements in American history to its very public dissolution – and the aftermath that followed. In this first of two episodes, host Trevin Wax asks Cosper to discuss the origins of the podcast, explore the wisdom of even making such a podcast and explain what he hopes the outcome of its production will be.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
The...
2021-11-3026 min
Craft & CharacterCharisma over Character with Mike CosperIn the latest Craft & Character Podcast episode, Steve Carter interviews the creator of the Rise And Fall Of Mars Hill Podcast Mike Cosper about what he discovered unpacking the Mars Hill story. We discuss which interview from the podcast broke his heart the most, why people are drawn to charisma over character, people’s critiques of the podcast, and what he’s looking for in a preacher and pastor.
2021-11-0249 minCraft & CharacterCharisma over Character with Mike CosperIn this episode, Steve Carter interviews the creator of the Rise And Fall Of Mars Hill Podcast, Mike Cosper, about what he discovered unpacking the Mars Hill story. We discuss which interview from the podcast broke his heart the most, why people are drawn to charisma over character, people’s critiques of the podcast, and what he’s looking for in a preacher and pastor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-11-0250 min
Theology in the RawThe Rise and Fall of Mars Hill: Mike CosperMike is the creator and host of the uber popular podcast series: “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill,” which many people have praised and some people have critiqued. Mike and I talk about some of the concerns or pushbacks of this podcast, along with some of the things he hopes to accomplish through it.Theology in the Raw Conference - In Person or OnlineAt the Theology in the Raw conference, we will be challenged to think like exiles about race, sexuality, gender, critical race theory, hell, transgender identities, climate change, creation care, American politics, and...
2021-09-2100 min
Theology in the RawS9 Ep903: The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill: Mike CosperMike is the creator and host of the uber popular podcast series: “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill,” which many people have praised and some people have critiqued. Mike and I talk about some of the concerns or pushbacks of this podcast, along with some of the things he hopes to accomplish through it.
Theology in the Raw Conference - In Person or OnlineAt the Theology in the Raw conference, we will be challenged to think like exiles about race, sexuality, gender, critical race theory, hell, transgender identities, climate change, creation care, American politics, and what it means to love...
2021-09-211h 04
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #423: Mike CosperMy guest for The Happy Hour #423 is Mike Cosper. Mike Cosper is the Director of Podcasts at Christianity Today and the creator and host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. In this episode, Mike breaks down the premise of the podcast and what the overall goal is for sharing the story of Mars Hill. We talk about church wounds and why our culture continues to platform people whose charisma outweighs their character. We also talk about some of the backlash Mike has received by sharing this story, and people claiming that it is gossip and hurts the...
2021-09-0838 minThe Holy Post468: Lessons from the Rise & Fall of Mars Hill with Mike CosperIt seems like everyone is talking about the new podcast from Christianity Today, "The Rise & Fall of Mars Hill" about the famed Seattle megachurch and its controversial pastor, Mark Driscoll. The creator of the podcast, Mike Cosper, talks to Skye about the complicated reality of Mars Hill, and what the rest of the evangelical church can learn from its story. Also this week, scientists discover a parasite that could make you live for 200 years, keep you perpetually young, and make you popular. But there's a catch. A woman lets God take the wheel, literally. The Creation Museum in Kentucky...
2021-08-041h 22
Get Hooked On: This Must-Listen Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/522209to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Chamberlain
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 41 minutes
Release date: August 3, 2021
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
15th Annual Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year—Inspirational Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Top Shelf Book Cover Award 2017 When we're young, it's easy to believe in the supernatural, the mysterious, the enchanted. But as we grow older, we learn to be more 'rational' and more confident that reality is merely what we can see. Even as Christians who believe in the re...
2021-08-035h 41Absorb This Captivating Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/522209to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Mike Chamberlain
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 41 minutes
Release date: August 3, 2021
Genres: Counseling & Inspirational
Publisher's Summary:
15th Annual Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year—Inspirational Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Top Shelf Book Cover Award 2017 When we're young, it's easy to believe in the supernatural, the mysterious, the enchanted. But as we grow older, we learn to be more 'rational' and more confident that reality is merely what we can see. Even as Christians who believe in th...
2021-08-035h 41
Songs & Stories Podcast#583 Podcaster, Pastor, and Author Mike CosperMike Cosper is a writer and podcaster. He’s the Director of Podcasting for Christianity Today and the host of Cultivated: A Podcast about Faith and Work as well as The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. He's also the author of several books, including Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World (Intervarsity Press). His other books include Faith Among The Faithless (Thomas Nelson), Rhythms of Grace and The Stories We Tell (both published by Crossway Books). Mike also served as one of the founding pastors at Sojourn Church in Louisville, Kentucky, from which he launched So...
2021-06-241h 30Songs & Stories Podcast#583 Podcaster, Pastor, and Author Mike CosperMike Cosper is a writer and podcaster. He’s the Director of Podcasting for Christianity Today and the host of Cultivated: A Podcast about Faith and Work as well as The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. He's also the author of several books, including Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World (Intervarsity Press). His other books include Faith Among The Faithless (Thomas Nelson), Rhythms of Grace and The Stories We Tell (both published by Crossway Books). Mike also served as one of the founding pastors at Sojourn Church in Louisville, Kentucky, from which he launched So...
2021-06-241h 30
MFSPodcaster, Pastor, and Author Mike CosperMike Cosper is a writer and podcaster. He’s the Director of Podcasting for Christianity Today and the host of Cultivated: A Podcast about Faith and Work as well as The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. He's also the author of several books, including Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World (Intervarsity Press). His other books include Faith Among The Faithless (Thomas Nelson), Rhythms of Grace and The Stories We Tell (both published by Crossway Books). Mike also served as one of the founding pastors at Sojourn Church in Louisville, Kentucky, from which he launched So...
2021-06-241h 30
Hold On PodcastName That Tune… and Other Stuff (An Interview with Mike Cosper)Disney? Universal? Dollywood? In this episode we interview Mike Cosper asking him to 'choose his own adventure' and tell us where he would take his family on a dream vacation. We also get his thoughts on sports, Chick-fil-A, and 90's Christian worship music. Take a listen!
2021-06-2332 min
Friendly Atheist PodcastBONUS - Interview with Mike Cosper, Host of "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill"In 2014, Pastor Mark Driscoll resigned from Mars Hill Church in Seattle in large part due to his abusive behavior. Former colleagues said Driscoll lacked self-control, was guilty of "verbally assaulting others," and "created a culture of fear."
The evangelical publication Christianity Today has just launched an investigative podcast series called "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill," which is really about the rise and fall (and maybe rise again) of Driscoll. It's hosted by the magazine's director of podcasts Mike Cosper.
In this bonus episode, Hemant spoke to Mike about whether Driscoll 2.0 is any different than the...
2021-06-2228 min
Mere FidelityThe Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, with Mike CosperMike Cosper, Director of Podcasting for Christianity Today, has created a podcast exploring the rise and the fall of Mars Hill church in Seattle. He joins Derek, Alastair, and Matt to discuss the story, the scandal, and what this project hopes to accomplish. What is the danger of celebrity pastors? Why does this keep happening? And how can pastors prevent it from happening to their churches? Full show notes at www.mereorthodoxy.com/categories/mere-fidelity.
2021-06-1551 min
Context Leadership Group PodcastInterview with Mike CosperThis episode is an interview with Mike Cosper. Mike is a writer and podcaster primarily focused on exploring issues of worship, culture, and spiritual formation. He is the Director of Podcasting at CT Magazine, and is the host of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill and Cultivated podcasts.
2021-05-051h 02VOYAGER: A Vaughn Group Podcast002. Mike Cosper: Podcast How-ToMike Cosper, founder and host of “Cultivated: A Podcast About Faith and Work” discusses what goes into putting a podcast together, what podcasts some people are listening to, musical influences, past and current projects, and why it seems to make sense to wake up at 4:30am. Mike also serves as Christianity Today’s Chief Content Officer. Prior to his work with CT, Mike Cosper founded the Narrativo Group and Harbor Media, where he oversaw production of high-quality podcasts and audio. He has also served as one of the founders of Sojo...
2021-04-2158 min
For the Life of the World / Yale Center for Faith & CultureChristian Witness in Turbulent Places / Miroslav Volf with Mike CosperMike Cosper, host of Cultivated, a podcast about faith and work, interviews Miroslav Volf about his vocation as theologian. They discuss Miroslav's youth in Croatia and his family's influence on his spirituality and theology, as well as the urgent need for faithful witness in our turbulent times. Original air date: November 2, 2020. Show Notes“I had parents who were extraordinary spiritual human beings, not in a sense that they were total exemplars of holiness, but there was kind of an honesty about the spiritual life”His father “experienced God’s love in the midst of Hell” on a socialist...
2021-01-0238 min
The Christ and Pop Culture Podcast NetworkPersuasion 176 | Processing Productivity, with Mike CosperIn this episode of Persuasion, Erin and Hannah continue The Creative Process series with Mike Cosper talking about productivity in creative work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-0539 min
PersuasionProcessing Productivity, with Mike CosperIn this episode of Persuasion, Erin Straza and Hannah Anderson continue their series called The Creative Process by inviting Mike Cosper to a conversation about productivity in creative work. Mike is a writer, speaker, and podcaster who has been quite successful in producing a body of work (and organizations). His productivity has been steady over the years, leaving many wondering how he’s gotten it done. Since many artists struggle to get their ideas from ideation to completion, we wanted Mike’s insigh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-0539 min
The Cartographers20: Mike Cosper on Developing a Christian ImaginationOn this episode I chat with Mike Cosper about everything from great sentences, to mental illness, leaving church ministry, to the Enneagram and how to develop a Christian imagination. It’s a fruitful conversation that we hope helps you connect the dots between the things that really matter and your everyday, holy life. (Bonus! You can also listen to me on Mike’s podcast, Cultivated here).Mike Cosper is the author of several books, including Recapturing the Wonder, Rhythms of Grace, and Faith Among the Faithless. He served for fifteen years as the pastor of worship and arts...
2019-10-1637 minThis Is Harbor NetworkDave Owens and Mike CosperMike Cosper and Dave Owens explore the history of the Harbor Network, the vision and values, and the exciting future of the network. The journey of Harbor Network began with Acts 29, where they were influenced to start something new and exciting. Inspired by the culture of creativity, health, and wholeness, the network started crafting a concrete vision based on sustainable growth. Looking onward, there are a lot of exciting changes and events to look forward to.CreditsThis episode of This is Harbor Network (formerly Sojourn Network) is a production of The Narrativo Group...
2019-06-0648 min
Sojourn Church Midtown Sermon ArchiveVision Series - December 2018-January 2019: Week 3 - Mike CosperSpeaker: Mike Cosper
2019-01-1400 min
Immerse Yourself In The Most Powerful Full Audiobook Today!Faith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/333574to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Faith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Tee Quillin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 12 minutes
Release date: May 8, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Do you find yourself wondering how to keep your faith strong in these uncertain and turbulent times? You are not alone. Faith Among the Faithless by Mike Cosper is your guide to living without compromise in a society that often feels adrift. With his unique perspective, Cosper brings Esther's h...
2018-05-085h 12Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, Bibles & Biblical StudiesFaith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/333574to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Faith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Tee Quillin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 12 minutes
Release date: May 8, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Bibles & Biblical Studies
Publisher's Summary:
Do you find yourself wondering how to keep your faith strong in these uncertain and turbulent times? You are not alone. Faith Among the Faithless by Mike Cosper is your guide to living without compromise in a society that often feels adrift. With his unique perspective, Cosper b...
2018-05-085h 12Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityFaith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad by Mike CosperPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/333574to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Faith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad
Author: Mike Cosper
Narrator: Tee Quillin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 12 minutes
Release date: May 8, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Do you find yourself wondering how to keep your faith strong in these uncertain and turbulent times? You are not alone. Faith Among the Faithless by Mike Cosper is your guide to living without compromise in a society that often feels adrift. With his unique perspective, Cosper brings Esther's h...
2018-05-085h 12
In The RoomEp. 69: Mike CosperOn this episode Scott sits down with Mike Cosper to talk about worship in the local church, spiritual disciplines, and his new book “Recapturing the Wonder”.
Buy “Recapturing the Wonder” here:
https://smile.amazon.com/Recapturing-Wonder-Transcendent-Faith-Disenchanted/dp/0830845062/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510320990&sr=8-1&keywords=recapturing+the+wonder
Listen to “Cultivated” here:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cultivated-a-podcast-about-faith-and-work/id1165528200?mt=2
Check out Harbor Media here:
http://www.harbormedia.com
2017-11-0947 min
Give and TakeEpisode 49: Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World, with Mike CosperMy guest is Mike Cosper. He's the author of "Rhythms of Grace" and "The Stories We Tell" (both published by Crossway Books), the co-author of "Faithmapping. His newest book is "Recapturing the Wonder: Transcendent Faith in a Disenchanted World." He's the host of Cultivated: A Podcast about Faith and Work, and is developing The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, a podcast about faith and culture.
Prior to launching Harbor Media, Mike served as one of the founding pastors at Sojourn Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and launched Sojourn Music – a collective of musicians writing songs for the ch...
2017-09-021h 09
The Impact EntrepreneurEp. 40 - Top 10 Lessons For Creating a Game-Changing ImpactOver the past several months, we’ve had incredible conversations with New York Times best-selling authors, world champion athletes, award-winning entrepreneurs, Navy SEALs, leadership experts and a variety of other entrepreneurs. Each and every one of them has provided incredible takeaways and lessons that each and every one of us can apply to our mission to have a game-changing impact in the lives of others. I created a special episode that features the key lessons from the top 10 interviews and conversations from 2016. Impact Entrepreneur Lesson #10 – The most important question you can ask
2016-12-2639 min
Cultivated: A podcast about faith and workMike Cosper and Richard ClarkWe're moving our release date to Tuesdays. So keep an eye out for our interview with Alyssa Wilkinson next Tuesday. In the meantime, we're re-posting CT's interview with Cultivated's Host, Mike Cosper: "How to be Faithfully Creative in a Post-Christian World." On the show, Mike talks about Christians' place in culture, his reasons for starting Harbor, and why the imagination is an essential part of our spiritual formation. Richard Clark hosts The Calling: https://soundcloud.com/localchurch Lachlan Coffey hosted Cultivated today. Mark Owens provided additional mixing and mastering. You can find him at Resonaterecordings.com Roman Candle played our...
2016-12-0841 min
Park Church PodcastMike CosperMike Cosper is the Founder and Director of the Harbor Institute for Faith and Culture, where he works to develop resources for Christians living in a post-Christian world.
Prior to that, he served for 16 years as the Pastor of Worship and Arts at Sojourn Community Church, a multi-site church in Louisville, Kentucky.
He is the author of Rhythms of Grace (Crossway), The Stories We Tell (Crossway) and the forthcoming Recapturing the Wonder (Intervarsity Press).
Mike is married to Sarah, and they have two daughters, Dorothy and Maggie. They live in Louisville, Kentucky.
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2016-06-2045 min
The Impact EntrepreneurEp. 3 - Amy Cosper, Editor-In-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine“On the other side of fear is success.”
On this episode of The Impact Entrepreneur Show we have Amy Cosper, vice president and editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine.
If you could pick any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it?
Having the ability to fly, and see all kinds of things, and go on all kinds of adventures.
I think that having a superpower that lends itself to adventures is good for the human spirit. The ability to see things from different perspectives is good for the so...
2016-04-1157 min
The Way Home with Dan DarlingThe Way Home: Episode 50 featuring Mike CosperWhat were the best movies and books of the year? I talk to my good friend, Mike Cosper, Pastor of Worship and Arts at Sojourn Community Church in Louisville, Ky., and author of several must-read books, including his latest, The Stories We Tell. Mike is one of the keenest observers of culture, helping Christians discern the themes and stories beneath the stories.Listen to this week's episodeShow Notes:* Book: The Stories We Tell: How TV and Movies Long for and Echo the Truth* Website: mikedcosper.com* Twitter: @mikecosper...
2015-12-3133 min
The Way Home PodcastThe Way Home: Episode 50 featuring Mike CosperWhat were the best movies and books of the year? I talk to my good friend, Mike Cosper, Pastor of Worship and Arts at Sojourn Community Church in Louisville, Ky., and author of several must-read books, including his latest, The Stories We Tell. Mike is one of the keenest observers of culture, helping Christians discern the themes […]
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2015-12-3133 min