"For those with crying kids, we have a lovely space down the hall and to the right that's completely out of earshot!" In this episode, Paul and Ben embrace their inner child and discuss views on kids in worship. Should kids worship alongside their parents--or should kids have a Sunday worship experience just for them? Let's wonder together! Get in touch with the awesome hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Apr 04, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 8
What’s that? You say you’re “more comfortable” worshipping at home these days? Oh, I bet you are! In light of the third anniversary of the COVID shutdown, Ben and Paul use their online platform to evaluate the church’s use of online platforms. They discuss the merits of online engagement, as well as the deeper questions of church & life. If you’ve ever attended worship online, then this episode is for you! Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 7
We almost fought each other on this one. In this episode, Ben and Paul are joined again by their friend and fellow pastor Jamie Holt. The three pastors take stabs at topics like war, self-defense, the role of government, and the death penalty. They agreed on one thing--these are not simple topics! Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Life may be tough--but at least it's for a reason! In this episode, Ben and Paul tackle one of the few universal experiences: suffering. They reflect on their own experiences with suffering and discuss potential differences between Christians and non-Christians on the topic. Does your suffering have a purpose? Listen and find out! Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Has prayer ever made your top 5 favorite things to do? Didn't think so... In this episode, Ben and Paul are joined again by their friend Cody MacMillan, discussing this little issue of prayer. Specifically, is prayer something that Christians should enjoy ? And if so, why don't we? Is there some kind of secret to enjoying prayer? Listen and see! If you enjoyed this episode, drop a lil 5 star rating and let us know what you think. Reach out at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listeni...
Dec 27, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Do you hate interest rates? So does God! In this episode, Ben and Paul are joined by Adam Ellsworth, a pastor friend who's found himself talking more about usury than he ever expected. He makes the case that Christians should not be in the business of loaning money on interest--and he may just have the support of the Bible on that one! Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Are you tired, busy, stressed, running on empty? Then give it a rest! In this episode, Ben and Paul talk about rest. They discuss their own complicated relationship with rest, and what their faith in Jesus has to say about it all. If you've ever seriously wondered why vacations and days-off may fail to deliver the rejuvenation you were hoping, then you may just get something out of this one! If you enjoyed this episode, give them a rating and say hi at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks f...
Nov 29, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 2
New job, new city, new phone, Who dis? Ben and Paul are BACK for another season of Wondering Faith. They start things off reflecting on their shared experience of changing jobs and moving across the country--but to different cities. With the first 90 days behind them, they wonder: What has God been teaching me, through the good and the bad? Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Nov 08, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 1
"If you REALLY want the hottest outfit of the summer, try wearing a winter coat!" -Someone's dad In this episode the interns are BACK with Ben and Paul for a great conversation about modesty. They unpack the ~controversial~ phrase "modest is hottest" and discuss the relevance of things like love, respect, responsibility, and faith when it comes to modesty. Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Jun 23, 2022•47 min•Ep. 17
Why isn't everyone as good and loving as you are? Are they depraved? Or just deprived? Or depraved because they're deprived? This week Ben and Paul were joined by three friends (who happen to be interns) to discuss the origin of sin. They discuss different views of "original sin" in Christianity, and what these views have to say about Jesus. Get in touch with the hosts Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Jun 14, 2022•52 min•Ep. 16
In the grand scheme of eternity, are accountants really that important? Can dog-walkers say they're serving God as much as pastors? In this episode, Ben and Paul are joined by their good friend Matt Kuske. While Matt comes from a family of professional church workers, he works in the corporate world and is now an active member of the church Ben and Paul serve. We discuss the tension Christians can face about the merits of "regular" jobs, and whether they are just as good and God-pleasing as "min...
May 18, 2022•51 min•Ep. 15
"Wow, It's been so long! We should totally get together!" When's the last time you told someone that, but didn't follow through? In this episode, Ben, Paul and Kate talk about friendships. They wonder: what does it mean to be a good friend? Why is friendship so hard? How many friends can a person really have? Is it okay to "grow apart" from friends you were once close with? What does Jesus have to teach us about friendship? If you've asked any of these questions, then this episode is for you! Be...
Apr 21, 2022•52 min•Ep. 14
"I do." What do those two little words bring to mind? Do they bring thoughts of wedded bliss and a lifetime of joy? Do they bring longing, pain, or regret? Is it some combination of the above? In many ways, Christians have been the champions of "marriage." While there are plenty of good reasons for that, it made us wonder: what about Christians who aren't married? Is singleness REALLY just as good and God-pleasing as marriage? We tackle these and related questions with our friend Cody MacMillan,...
Apr 05, 2022•47 min•Ep. 13
*blocked*...*unfriended*...*removed from group text* What if you don't agree with the way other people act online? What if they say things that you find wrong or reprehensible? Is there a "right" way to respond? Is there any room for disagreement whatsoever? Ben and Paul tackle these and other questions on this week's episode. Get in touch with the hosts Ben & Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Mar 22, 2022•47 min•Ep. 12
"So, why do we do this?" "Oh, it's just what we do." In this episode, Katelyn joins Ben and Paul once again for another riveting discussion. They discuss the role of tradition in forming communities, especially the community of the church. They wonder: Are traditions worth keeping alive? What exactly keeps a tradition alive? These are the questions! Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Mar 10, 2022•47 min•Ep. 12
Just faking it til you make it? We may be too... In this episode, Ben and Paul talk candidly about their experiences with imposter syndrome in their own lives and in ministry. They share some ways they've addressed that through a more faithful view God, themselves and their work. Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Feb 22, 2022•52 min•Ep. 10
Jesus and His Heavenly Father...is one of these things not like the other? Lots of people throughout time have struggled to reconcile the Jesus they encounter in the New Testament with the God of wrath and judgement in the Old Testament. Ben and Paul are joined by fellow pastor Jamie Holt to give their two cents. Through a deep dive into some related topics they suggest that while this question is not easy, there's more to it than we may initially think. Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewond...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 16 min
What does it mean to "use" God's name, let alone take it in vain? Good question! In this episode Ben and Paul wonder what's really going on with the commandment about God's name. With concrete examples and discussion of the historical context of the commandment, they suggest that this commandment deals with more than just our words. Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Jan 25, 2022•55 min•Ep. 8
How many hours a day do you spend on your phone? Are certain social media platforms not appropriate for Christians to engage with? And what is social media doing to our hearts, minds, and souls? On this episode Ben and Paul sat down with their friend Katelyn, manager of social media and creative content at their church, to discuss the impact and opportunities in the world of social media. Get in touch with the hosts at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 7
Sunday morning basketball game, or Sunday morning worship--that is the question! In this episode, Ben and Paul are joined again by their friend Jack to discuss the ways that involvement in sports can impact one's faith--especially for today's youth. If you want to hear an honest discussion about the merits of sports, as well as creative ways to keep one's faith the top priority throughout busy sports seasons, then this episode is for you! Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcas...
Dec 28, 2021•39 min•Ep. 6
Can Christians use the Enneagram to understand and love people better? Or is the Enneagram too tainted by its associations with the occult? These are the kinds of questions Ben and Paul address with their friend and fellow pastor Phil Doublestein. If you'd like to respond to anything we've discussed here, reach out at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com We'd love to hear your thoughts! Thanks for listening!
Dec 21, 2021•46 min•Ep. 5
Should Christians watch Squid Game--or should they stick to The Great British Baking Show? In this episode, Ben and Paul discuss some ways that Christians can approach what they watch, and how to think about the role of art and entertainment in their lives. Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!
Dec 14, 2021•44 min•Ep. 4
Have you ever wondered what you should say at a funeral? We have! On this episode of Wondering Faith, Ben and Paul are joined by their friend Jack Proctor to discuss their experiences with funerals and grief. They focus less on what may be said in a sermon, and more on what is said in conversation. Hear them respond to a list entitled "Five things not to say at a funeral" and more! Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!...
Dec 09, 2021•48 min•Ep. 3
That program that Christians go through around 6th grade...what's the point again? Is it even Biblical? In this episode of Wondering Faith, Ben Schrank and Paul Horstmeyer discuss Confirmation (if you're unfamiliar, this is a program churches use to teach the faith). They discuss the merits, the weaknesses, and the differences in approach for kids and adults. If you've ever wondered about Confirmation, then this episode is for you! Get in touch with Ben and Paul at thewonderingfaithpodcast@gmail...
Dec 09, 2021•34 min•Ep. 2
Does faith make you wonder? It does for us! In this first episode of Wondering Faith, hosts Ben Schrank and Paul Horstmeyer try to explain what the podcast is all about. They share their perspective on having the kind of faith that not only wonders about God, but wonders at God. The kind of faith where growth in confidence in the truth leads to growth in humility and curiosity about the world. As two pastors, they readily admit that there's always more to discuss, to explore, and to wonder. Get ...
Dec 09, 2021•25 min•Ep. 1
