Pursuing Faith with Dominic Done

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The Meaning of Christmas Dec 22, 2023

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In this special Christmas episode, Dominic shares a message from the gospel of John. What’s unique about this gospel is that, unlike the other gospels, John doesn’t give us the facts about Christmas. For example, there is no mention of the manger, the star or the wise men. Instead, he digs past the details and shares what Christmas means — not only theologically, but for our lives personally.

Augustine, the early church theologian once wrote: “Man’s maker was made man that He, Ruler of the stars, might nurse at His mother’s breast; that the Bread might hunger, the Fountain thirst, the Light sleep, the Way be tired on its journey; that Truth might be accused of false witnesses, the Teacher be beaten with whips, the Foundation be suspended on wood; that Strength might grow weak; that the Healer might be wounded; that Life might die.” The meaning of Christmas is unearthed when the truth and beauty of Jesus incarnation is considered. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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God of Suddenly: Are You Ready To Say “Yes” When God Says Go? Dec 15, 2023

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In this episode, Dominic explores the story of Jesus sudden healing of the man at the pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-15). God is a God of 'suddenly.' This is found 87 times in the Bible.
They wept, 'suddenly' an angel appeared at the tomb...
They walked, 'suddenly' He appeared on the Emmaus road...
They prayed, 'suddenly' the Spirit came down...
Watch. Listen. Prepare. Your next open door is closer than you think.

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Dominic Debates an Atheist Nov 29, 2023

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In this episode of Pursuing Faith (first published by the Unbelievable Podcast), Dominic debates British philosopher and atheist, Julian Baggini. Julian is the author of over 20 books, founder of the British Humanist Association, has written articles for the New York times, the Guardian, and the Wall Street Journal, and has given a Ted Talk on philosophy and neuroscience.

Dominic and Julian discuss the virtues, human longing and purpose, and what the world would look like without God.

Links:

https://www.pursuingfaith.org
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unbelievable/id267142101
https://www.julianbaggini.com
https://justinbrierley.com

Find Your Wow Nov 22, 2023

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Have you lost your sense of wonder? Are there things, places, opportunities, or people that, in your stress and distraction, you’ve looked past? Have you failed to see the beauty right in front of you? In the hope of big happiness, are you missing the small joys?

In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic Done takes some time to reflect on the practice of gratitude. In the midst of our busy life, God invites us to slow down and fix our thoughts upon him. Gratitude is the art of taming our frenetic, edacious minds to appreciate the wonder of life as it is right now.
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Pipe Theology Nov 17, 2023

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In political science, the word “reactionary” is used to describe someone who is content with the status quo. Without a vision of their own, when change comes, they quickly adapt to the new environment. However, a “revolutionary” is someone who creates and calls others into positive change.

As you study the life of Jesus, we discover that he was a true revolutionary. As He led his disciples, his life was a conduit for grace, compassion and love. So too, following Jesus is always for a purpose: to live out his vision and mission in the world.

In this message, Dominic teaches from John 4 and explores Jesus revolutionary vision to reach those on the margins of faith.
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When Your Soul is Restless Nov 10, 2023

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In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic teaches on the story of the Samaritan woman from John 4. We’re surrounded by a world that fuels our discontent. Alluring advertisements, temptations, distractions, materialism and consumerism all offer the promise of satisfaction, but only leave us more restless than before.
In the face of superficiality, Jesus says: “If you drink of these waters you will thirst again, but if you drink of the water I give, you will never thirst.” As the late Timothy Keller wrote, “if we look to some created thing to give us the meaning, hope, and happiness that only God can give, it will eventually fail to deliver and break our hearts.”
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What is Belief In God? Nov 03, 2023

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What does it mean to actually "believe" in God? Is it merely an affirmation of faith or something more? In this episode of Pursuing Faith, Dominic explores Jesus conversation with Nicodemus in John 3 through the lens of what true belief looks like.

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That Time I hit a Harley Oct 26, 2023

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Over the last few months we’ve been going through the Gospel of John, having a look at the history and background, as well as exploring cultural and apologetic questions that this book raises for us today.

In this episode we’ll be unpacking the first part of John 3, digging into what Jesus meant when he told Nicodemus ‘you must be born again.’ Dominic Done talks about the Old and New Testament context, Greek philosophy and - towards the end - that time he hit a Harley.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Pursuing Faith - Resources
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Following Jesus Isn’t Safe Oct 12, 2023

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In this episode, Dominic explores John 2:13-25. In this controversial passage, Jesus is seen driving out religious leaders from the temple. This raises a ton of fascinating questions about the character of Jesus, the nature of organized religion and church, and God’s vision for holiness in our lives.
Links mentioned in this episode:
YouVersion - 10 Days of Finding God in the Shadow of Doubt
YouVersion - Your Longing Has A Name 5 Day Reading Plan
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Who is God? (Part 2) Sep 22, 2023

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In this episode, Dominic shares part 2 of a talk he gave in Portland, Oregon.
C.S. Lewis once said that theology is a type of map - that instead of being merely analyzed from a distance - ought to be used in the moment by moment trenches of our humanity.
In this message, Dominic shares how the doctrine of the incarnation is more than just a concept, but is a profound reality that has very real impact upon our daily lives.
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