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Trailer: Make It Simple; Season 1
Make It Simple
06/17/21 • 1 min
Matt and Rachel explain the big idea behind Make It Simple and introduce some of the tough topics they'll tackle in Season One. (Launching July 6th, 2021)
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On Getting Out of Bed with Alan Noble
Make It Simple
05/09/23 • 57 min
This week, Alan Noble joins the podcast to talk about his new book, On Getting Out of Bed, and considers about the unique burden of everyday life in the modern world. Alan shares how the choice to carry on amid great suffering—to simply get out of bed—is itself a powerful witness to the goodness of life, and of God.
Alan Noble (PhD, Baylor University) is associate professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University, cofounder and editor in chief of Christ and Pop Culture, and an advisor for the AND Campaign. He has written for many publications such as the Atlantic, BuzzFeed, and Christianity Today, and many others. He has also written several books including his latest book, "On Getting Out of Bed."
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Generations with Matt Randerson
Make It Simple
09/15/23 • 58 min
In this special episode, Rachel and Matt speak with their new friend, Matt Randerson. Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion as he shares recent trends presented by the Barna Group regarding intergenerational relationships. He shares insights to help us navigate the generational divides, explains what the cultural labels really mean, and ways we can move forward in community together.
Matt Randerson serves as Vice President at Barna Group, working with churches and faith-based organizations to identify their most important opportunities using research. Matt sees research as a way to create confidence and clarity for leaders around their greatest opportunities in the Christian landscape. He lives with his wife and newborn son in Atlanta, Georgia.
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
The Myth of the Cosmic Scale with Jared Wilson
Make It Simple
10/22/24 • 39 min
In this special season of Make It Simple, we're having conversations with friends all about Matt's new book, Junk Drawer Jesus.
This week, we welcome Jared Wilson to talk about Chapter 2: "The Myth of the Cosmic Scale" and how the point was never to be perfect (spoiler alert: you won't achieve it anyway).
You can grab your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus by Matt Popovits today at 1517.org or anywhere books are sold!
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Jared C. Wilson is an assistant professor of pastoral ministry, an author in residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, a staff pastor for preaching, and director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO. An award-winning author of over 20 books, Jared also hosts the For The Church Podcast and co-hosts The Heart of Pastoring Podcast (with Ronnie Martin).
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
Gender Identity with Preston Sprinkle
Make It Simple
05/03/22 • 79 min
This week, we talk with Preston Sprinkle about Gender Identity. Preston will help us ponder sensitive questions surrounding transgender identities, and he will help us wrestle with how the local church can show love and compassion to its trans-identifying neighbors.Dr. Sprinkle is a Biblical scholar, speaker, podcaster, the New York Times bestselling author of “Embodied", and the co-founder and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. Preston has written a dozen books including Erasing Hell (w/ Francis Chan), Nonviolence, Scandalous Grace, People to Be Loved, Living in a Gray World, and Embodied. Preston also hosts a popular bi-weekly podcast titled Theology in the Raw, where he engages in honest conversations with interesting people.
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
Re-release: Understanding Hell with Chad Bird
Make It Simple
08/28/23 • 49 min
Re-release of this special episode with VoxCon speaker, Chad Bird! Enjoy this encore presentation, and catch Chad this September live at VoxCon 2023. Tickets available at www.GoToVox.com
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Chad Bird joins Matt and Rachel this week as we aim to make sense of hell on the podcast. Chad answers all our burning questions (get it?!) about hell, and helps us understand the often misunderstood theology around this topic.
Chad is an author and a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He holds master’s degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He is also the author of several books, including Night Driving: Notes from a Prodigal Soul. He cohosts two popular podcasts: “40 Minutes in the OT” and “Hidden Streams.”
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
Grief & Faith with Sarah Condon
Make It Simple
04/19/22 • 53 min
This week, Rachel and Matt welcome Sarah Condon to the podcast to talk grief and faith.
Sarah is an Episcopal priest, an author, and a co-host of the popular Mockingcast.
Sarah will share her story of trauma and grief and help us grapple with the presence of God in times of unimaginable loss.
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Love this podcast? Then check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts.
For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.com
Support the show (https://mpm.simpledonation.com)
Support the show (https://mpm.simpledonation.com)
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
A Conversation with Paul Walter Hauser
Make It Simple
12/21/21 • 70 min
For this final episode of Make It Simple season 2, Matt and Rachel are joined by actor Paul Walter Hauser for a fun conversation covering faith, celebrity, and the impact of practicing gratitude in all things.
Paul shares what it was like growing up in small town Michigan, to now quickly being recognized as one of the most talented actors up and coming. With humility and lightheartedness, he reminds us of the power in being respectful to all and loving others well.
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Check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts.
For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.com
Support the show (https://mpm.simpledonation.com)
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
The Old Testament with Sarah Salzberg
Make It Simple
11/30/21 • 51 min
In this episode, Sarah Salzberg joins Matt and Rachel to talk all about the Old Testament, and how significant it still is for people of faith today. She breaks down what the Old Testament is, and how to approach it with new eyes as we look to see what it reveals about God. Sarah brings a delightful perspective to a scholarly and heartfelt conversation.
Sarah Salzberg lives in Los Angeles, CA with her husband (Josh), son (Hosea) and daughter (Simone), traveling from one coffee shop to another trying as many cappuccinos and croissants as she can. When not hopped up on espresso, Sarah teaches Old Testament at Orange Lutheran High School in Orange County, CA. In addition, she has served as a planner and theological advisor for the LCMS Youth Gathering as well as a speaker for youth and women's retreats around the country. She earned her Masters in Theology from Concordia University in Irvine, but her pride and joy will always be Concordia Seward where she earned her Bachelors in Education.
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To support Make It Simple, head to mpm.simple donation.com
Check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts.
For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.com
Support the show (https://mpm.simpledonation.com)
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
How God Speaks with Tanner Olson
Make It Simple
11/12/24 • 34 min
This week, we welcome back our good friend Tanner Olson to talk about How God Speaks to us in today’s world.
Tanner Olson is an author, speaker, poet and the founder of Written to Speak which aims to spread hope and announce love through spoken word and poetry. He's written three books of poetry: Walk A Little Slower, As You Go: Words for the Unknown, and I’m All Over the Place.
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For more information on Make It Simple Ministries, head to https://makeitsimple.org/
To support Make It Simple, head here: Support the show
Buy your copy of Junk Drawer Jesus wherever books are sold.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Make It Simple have?
Make It Simple currently has 62 episodes available.
What topics does Make It Simple cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Racism, Christianity, Parenting, Kids & Family, Enneagram, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts, Gender, Religion, Jesus, Bible and Politics.
What is the most popular episode on Make It Simple?
The episode title 'Minimalism with Joshua Becker' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Make It Simple?
The average episode length on Make It Simple is 52 minutes.
How often are episodes of Make It Simple released?
Episodes of Make It Simple are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Make It Simple?
The first episode of Make It Simple was released on Jun 17, 2021.
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