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Interested in taking a deep dive into your spiritual and missional formation? Hosted by Dr. Brian Russell (Professor of Biblical Studies and Spiritual Coach), the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast will explore the contours of spiritual formation, leadership, and missional practice in our present reality through solo episodes and interviews with leading practitioners and thinkers.
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Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
In this week's episode Gene Yotka takes us on a deep dive into how spiritual direction helps us grow even deeper in Christ. We talk about the enneagram as well as contemplative practices. We end with conversation about moving from contemplation in silence and solitude into embodying Christ in the world.
Connecting with Gene:
Email: theawakeninginstitutue@gmail.com
Website: www.theawakeninginstitute.com
Facebook: The Awakening Institute
Gene's book:
Knowing as We are Known: An Excercise in Inner Stillness https://amzn.to/3uNwlzn
Books Recommended by Gene:
Howard Thurman, The Centering Moment, https://amzn.to/3RPlXRS
Teresa of Avila, Interior Castle https://amzn.to/3AQc1B6
Julian of Norwich, Showings https://amzn.to/3IBGEwa
John of the Cross, Ascent of Mount Carmel https://amzn.to/3Psgw93
Merton, Seven Story Mountain https://amzn.to/3z3cNtl
Brian Russell’s Information Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
In this week’s episode, I take a deep dive into the role and power of gratitude for opening us to higher levels of spiritual growth.
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:
Join Brian’s Monthly free centering prayer gathering:
Resources Recommended on Today’s Episode:
Marcus Aurelius, Meditations https://amzn.to/2LrD1za
Epictetus, Discourses https://amzn.to/2LrTEe4
and Enchiridion https://amzn.to/3bfDIX9
Seneca, Letters from a Stoic https://amzn.to/3rYtwZa
Gratitude Amplifier:
For worksheet, email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:
https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#gratitude #spiritualformation #spiritualgrowth
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
In this week’s episode, Jesse Eubanks takes us on a deep dive into how we can grow in our understanding of God, ourselves, and others through the use of the Enneagram.
Check out Jesse’s new book: How We Relate: Understanding, God, Yourself and Others through the Enneagram https://amzn.to/3kpuGxt
Jesse Eubanks is a certified Enneagram coach and host of The EnneaCast, a podcast exploring personality and relationships through the lens of the Enneagram. Jesse is also the founder and executive director of Love Thy Neighborhood, a discipleship and missions agency mobilizing people to follow Jesus and serve the poor in modern culture. Relevant named him one of the top 50 Christian artists and activists who are making an impact on culture in America. Jesse and his wife, Lindsay, have two children and live in Louisville, Kentucky.
Website: https://lovethyneighborhood.org
The Enneacast Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-thy-neighborhood-presents-the-enneacast/id1410031710
Resources Recommended on Today’s Episode:
Philip Yancey, The Jesus I Never Knew https://amzn.to/3XUznOx
John Perkins, Beyond Charity https://amzn.to/3wGRagB
John Mark Comer, Ruthless Elimination of Hurry https://amzn.to/3D63oTe
Brian’s Interview with A.J. Sherrill https://deepdivespirituality.podbean.com/e/episode-27-dr-aj-sherrill-on-the-enneagram-and-spiritual-formation/
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:
https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#enneagram #spiritualformation #spiritualgrowth
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
In this week’s episode, I review key lessons for spiritual growth that I learned in 2022 that will serve you in your life today.
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Link to sign up for the 2023 Centering Prayer Summit ( “Live” January 21-22). You can attend live via Zoom or watch the recordings at your leisure. I found the 2022 even particularly helpful for deepening my own practice and spiritual growth. https://www.centeringprayersummit.com/referral/cps2023aff/wwHz9Xayr3cr5XG4
Sign up for Brian's Centering Prayer Monthly Gathering
Books Recommended during this Episode
Gay Hendricks, The Big Leap https://amzn.to/3kdtTje
Gerald May, Will & Spirit: A Contemplative Psychology https://amzn.to/3ZySWNW
Podcasts/Websites Mentioned as Abundance Partners:
Rich Lewis www.silenceteaches.com
Mark Dunwoody, https://healthyrhythms.org/
Joshua Bertolotti, In Search of Wisdom https://www.perennialleader.com/
Brandon Tumblin, The Strong Stoic https://brandontumblin.com/strongstoicpodcast
Simon Drew, The Walled Garden www.thewalledgarden.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
In this week’s episode, I offer a deep dive into the story of the Magi from Matthew 2:1–12. I explore the contours of the story to discover challenges for religious insiders and invitation for those on the margins.
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach (in person or virtually) for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
In this week’s episode, Keith Kristich from Closer than Breath shares rich wisdom drawn from his experience and knowledge of contemplative spirituality.
Link to sign up for the 2023 Centering Prayer Summit ( “Live” January 21-22). You can attend live via Zoom or watch the recordings at your leisure. I did both last year as I found the 2022 even particularly helpful for deepening my own practice and spiritual growth. https://www.centeringprayersummit.com/referral/cps2023aff/wwHz9Xayr3cr5XG4
Bio:
Keith Kristich helps people slow down and connect with their true self and God within. Keith is a contemplative teacher, a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer, and the founder of Closer Than Breath, an online contemplative community rooted in the Christian Contemplative Tradition. Keith's mission is to help people reimagine the Divine, unlearn rigid religion, and see God everywhere.
Connecting with Keith:
IG: @keithkristich
Website: www.closerthanbreath.com
Books Recommended by Keith:
Keating, Open Mind Open Heart https://amzn.to/3F99XEP
Bourgeault, Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening https://amzn.to/3Y5Dec9
De Mello, Awareness https://amzn.to/3Y2FBg2
Frenette, Path of Centering Prayer https://amzn.to/3UB9Asp
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to the Centering Prayer Summit and Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Brian receives a small payment in return. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
In this week's episode, Dr. Massimo Pigliucci returns to the podcast to discuss the ongoing relevance and power of Greco-Roman philosophy to shape our character and way of life in the 21st century.
Order Massimo's new book: The Quest for Character: https://amzn.to/3hdvXGt
Connect with Dr. Pigliucci
Web: https://massimopigliucci.com
Books by Massimo
A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living https://amzn.to/3ovvhKm
A Handbook for New Stoics: how to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control https://amzn.to/39pJZhK
How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life https://amzn.to/2YqQTNz
How to Life a Good Life: A Guide to Choosing Your Personal Philosophy https://amzn.to/2YkXiKd
Nonsense on Stilts: how To Tell Science from Bunk. https://amzn.to/3iU3iD0
Other books by Massimo: https://amzn.to/39qYrWG
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders: www.deepdivespirituality.com
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#stoicism #virtue #character
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Monday Oct 31, 2022
In this week’s deep dive conversation, Brian Russell reflects deeply on God's gift of sabbath. He challenges pastors, spiritual leaders and all followers of Jesus to embrace rest as a witness to the world and for the sake of your soul. Brian also shares his own struggles with sabbath keeping.
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Interested in being on the launch team for Astonished by the Word? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Interested in centering prayer? For resources and invites to free monthly centering prayer gatherings: www.centeringprayerbook.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:
https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#spiritualformation #sabbath #spirituality
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
In this week’s episode, Brandon Tumblin takes us on a deep dive into Stoicism, Dostoevsky, strength training, and philosophy as a way of life.
Brandon Tumblin is most well-known from his podcast, The Strong Stoic Podcast, where he discusses philosophical ideas both solo and with guests. However, he does much more than just podcasting. He also coaches individuals to help them be their best selves, writes articles, plays music, manages projects, and several other things. Brandon is always in search of new opportunities that have the potential of making the world a better place.
Website: https://brandontumblin.com/
The Strong Stoic Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strong-stoic-podcast/id1537596440
The Walled Garden Philosophical Society https://thewalledgarden.com/
Resources Recommended on Today’s Episode:
Dostoevsky, Notes from the Underground https://amzn.to/3gzyESg
—— The Brothers Karamazov https://amzn.to/3DB8bN6
Solzenitsyn, The Gulag Archipelago https://amzn.to/3TGlp0L
Marcus Aurelius Meditations https://amzn.to/2LrD1za
Epictetus Discourses https://amzn.to/2LrTEe4
and Enchiridion https://amzn.to/3bfDIX9
Seneca Letters from a Stoic https://amzn.to/3rYtwZa
Haidt, The Righteous Mind https://amzn.to/3TJWiu3
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:
https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?
Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#stoicism #philosophy #spiritualgrowth
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
In this week’s deep dive conversation, Brian Russell describes and defends from the Bible the phenomenon and experience of deconstruction. He shares from his personal experience using Scripture, contemplative spirituality, theology and a loving heart to offer a moving and helpful episode for those in seasons of doubt and uncertainty. This episode will also help pastors and spiritually minded persons who seek to support those experiencing deconstruction.
Brian’s Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Brian Russell’s Books
Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ
(Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9
Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/
Resources Recommended on Today’s Episode:
Merton, New Seeds of Contemplation https://amzn.to/3RrQRy6
Gerald May, The Dark Night of the Soul https://amzn.to/3SPjV3o
AJ Swoboda, After Doubt https://amzn.to/3rtE1EF
Episode 45: AJ Swoboda https://youtu.be/RukKjSyOSkU
C.S. Lewis, The Great Divorce https://amzn.to/3C2JnvJ
Paul Tillich, The Courage to Be https://amzn.to/3US84Dz
Brian’s Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer:
https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer
Information on Brian’s Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:
Connecting with Brian:
Website: www.brianrussellphd.com
Twitter: @briandrussell
Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife
Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group? Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com
Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.
#deconstruction #darknightofthesoul #contemplative