Cowboy Jesus - The Rodeo of Life and Religion

The Soul After Suicide Episode 2

Maybe either you or a loved one has contemplated suicide. What do you believe happens to their soul after they have died. In this episode I continue the conversation about how suicide affects the state of the soul after death. I share an experience where someone asked me some hard questions about suicide and hell. I also cover what other religions believe about suicide. 

Thanks for listening!

 

The Soul After Suicide

In this episode I talk about what happens to the soul after someone completes suicide. I explore my manuscript from Damned to Dignified which is an interfaith exploration of suicide. I'm going to cover this topic in three episodes. This is the first installment. Pop in your ear buds and give a listen! 

What Does Faith Have To Do With Student Loan Forgiveness?

Everybody has an opinion about forgiving student loans. Does our faith have any thing to say about this controversial topic? Yes it does. In this episode I share how the Prophets from the Hebrew Bible would respond. In addition I apply the teachings of Jesus. Put in your ear pods and give a listen! 

Steve 

Spirituality, Beliefs, and Religion

There is a spectrum in faith expression today. Some define themselves as spiritual but not religious. Others have strong beliefs but don't identify with any religious tradition. Then there are those whose spirituality and beliefs are expressed through their participation in a religion. Where do you fall on this spectrum? Pop in your headphones and listen as I explore the difference and similarities between what it means to be spiritual, have beliefs and practice a religion.    

What Happens After We Die?

People often ask me, "What happens after we die?" Though none of us know exactly what happens, I have a few ideas. I've talked with many people who have had life after death experiences. I've also studied some other religions. Take a few moments and I'll share with you my beliefs. 

The Premonition

In this episode I share a real story about a young man who survived a helicopter crash. It was an amazing story about a premonition he had that he ignored. Have you ever had a premonition? Did you pay attention to it or disregard it? Thanks for listening as I tell you the story. 

Easter with Steve and Samantha

In this episode I join with Samantha Bronson to discuss our thought about Easter, how it has affected our lives and how Easter has shaped Church history. Listen and get ready for Easter Sunday! 

Just War, The War in Ukraine, and the Christian Faith

In this episode I explore Just War Theory and apply it to our Christian Faith. I ask if it would be just for the US and Nato countries to come to the aid of Ukraine. I then explore should christians engage warfare. Do the teachings of Jesus allow for a just cause to take up arms? The episode last just over 30 minutes. Give a listen. 

The Cowboy Jesus Podcast, interview with Rená Koesler

Welcome to the Cowboy Jesus Podcast. In this episode I interview Rená Koesler. Rená has just published her second book called Unflappable. It's a great book about lessons on leadership based upon her outdoor adventures mountain climbing around the world. She has trekked through Nepal several times. She's a noted speaker and professional coach. Come and listen and enjoy the interview!

The Purity Movement

In this episode Steve joins Rev. Jill VanderWal and Samantha Bronson to talk about the Purity Movement that grew out of the Evangelical church. The movement is a drive to ensure teenage virginity until marriage. Each of the three have a different experience with the movement and how it affected their lives and ministry. The three of them in this lively conversation share how in response to the movement they teach sexuality at Columbine Untied Church.