GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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Revisit Episode 21, where Dr. Jerry L. Martin, the philosopher who heard the voice of God, explores one of God's earliest forms of communication with humankind: the I Ching, or Book of Changes. The I Ching emerges from humanity’s earliest spiritual attempts to seek divine insight, using oracle bones to reveal God’s presence and guidance. God shares how these human-initiated forms of divination shaped God's communication, presenting Godself not only as the creator but as the embodiment of aesthetic order in the cosmos.

God explains that engagement with early Chinese spiritual seekers influenced the development of the I Ching and laid the groundwork for spiritual traditions like Taoism and Confucianism. God and Jerry discuss:

• Hexagram 1: The Creative – representing perseverance and the masculine force of yang, which God associates with His role as the originator of universal laws.
• Hexagram 2: The Receptive – symbolizing the feminine force of yin and its connection to the Earth, focusing on acting in harmony with natural and divine order.
• Hexagram 3: Difficulty at the Beginning – exploring how God views early struggles as a foundation for personal growth and spiritual development.
• Hexagram 5: Waiting – a lesson in patience and nourishment, emphasizing the importance of allowing divine timing to guide human action.
• Hexagram 6: Conflict – offering wisdom on resolving disputes and finding divine balance in moments of tension.
• Hexagram 7: The Army – revealing how organized effort and divine strategy play a role in achieving goals through cooperation.

Join us next week as we celebrate the 200th weekly episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast!

Other Series:

The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:

• The Life Wisdom Project- How to live a wiser, happier, and more meaningful life with special guests.
• From God To Jerry To You- a brand-new series calling for the attention of spiritual seekers everywhere, featuring breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations.
• Two Philosophers Wrestle With God- sit in on a dialogue between philosophers about God and the questions we all have. 
• What's On Our Mind- Connect the dots with Jerry and Scott over the most recent series episodes. 
• What's On Your Mind- What are readers and listeners saying? What is God saying

Resources:

• READ "A Self Requires Another Self"
• DRAMATIC ADAPTATION PLAYLIST

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Curious how aligning your desires with a higher will can transform your spiritual practice? In this What's On Our Mind, Scott and Jerry explore God-centered prayer, intention, and spiritual growth, contrast spontaneous and memorized prayers, and explore ancient Chinese spiritual traditions, offering practical insights to deepen your connection with the divine.

Follow along with future episodes and get your copy of God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher here. Get the newest book, Two Philosophers Wrestle with God- A Dialogue here.

Relevant Episodes:

• [What's On Your Mind] Embracing Divine Callings and Personal Courage in Your Spiritual Journey
• [Life Wisdom Project] Aesthetics and Philosophy in Chinese Spirituality | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum 
• [Special Episode] God Shares His Earliest Interactions In Chinese Spirituality
• [From God to Jerry to You] How To Pray

Other Series:

The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:

• Life Wisdom Project: How to live a wiser, happier, and more meaningful life with special guests.
• From God To Jerry To You: Calling for the attention of spiritual seekers everywhere, featuring breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations.
• Two Philosophers Wrestle With God: Sit in on a dialogue between philosophers about God and the questions we all have.
• What's On Our Mind- Connect the dots with Jerry and Scott over the most recent series of episodes.
• What's On Your Mind: What are readers and listeners saying? What is God saying?

Resources:

• READ: “Listen to Your Body”
• WATCH: What's On Our Mind Playlist

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How can there be many religions and one God? What if the diversity of religions isn't a problem, but a beautiful mosaic of divine communication? 

Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon as they revisit the dramatic adaptation of "God Explains How All Religions Exist." 

This chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher explores questions about the diversity of religions and the nature of divine communication. Jerry shares God's revelations on why multiple religions exist and how they fit into a larger, coherent narrative. 

Discover how God’s interactions with humanity are influenced by cultural contexts, leading to a richer, multifaceted understanding of the divine. This episode also explores the evolution of God's nature, His deep craving for love, and the intimate connection between the divine and human experience. 

This episode is a thought-provoking exploration of how early human recognition of God has evolved into complex moral and spiritual narratives and reveals God not as a static entity, but as one who has grown and communicated with humanity in response to our evolving consciousness. 

Don't miss this enlightening exploration of God's story and our place within it. Prepare for next week's discussion with Mikhail Sergeev and Jerry in the Life Wisdom Project. Tune in to gain new insights into the spiritual journey and the ongoing dialogue between Jerry and God. 

Other Series:

The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:

• The Life Wisdom Project- How to live a wiser, happier, and more meaningful life with special guests.
• From God To Jerry To You- a brand-new series calling for the attention of spiritual seekers everywhere, featuring breakthroughs, pathways, and illuminations.
• Two Philosophers Wrestle With God- sit in on a dialogue between philosophers about God and the questions we all have. 
• What's On Our Mind- Connect the dots with Jerry and Scott over the most recent series episodes. 
• What's On Your Mind- What are readers and listeners saying? What is God saying

Resources:

• READ "You Are Both Other and Same as Me."
• DRAMATIC ADAPTATION PLAYLIST
• LIFE WISDOM PROJECT PLAYLIST

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Jeanine asks Jerry a question that many struggle with: "For those of us who just from the outside look at it and like, why all this obey, obey, obey stuff?"

So, why does God want us to obey?

This philosophical and spiritual conversation between friends will provide inspirational answers that may surprise you and motivate your spiritual journey! Join the discussion that looks at how Jerry's wife, Abigail, responds when she finds out that Jerry has conversations with God. Investigate the process of spiritual transformation and the effort of discerning commands and obedience to God.

The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. From Jerry's conversations with God, the Life Wisdom Project will look at the takeaways from God and the book for everyday living. How can we live better, healthier, happier, and wiser lives?

Meet Dr. Jeanine Diller, professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Toledo. Dr. Diller and Dr. Martin have been friends since working on the Models of God and Alternative Ultimate Realities, a volume by Dr. Diller presenting the various conceptions of ultimate reality that have been advanced over the centuries and present in the world's religions today.

We revisit I Worry What My Wife Will Say, the second episode of the dramatic adaptation of the book, where Creative Director and Host Scott Langdon brings the story to life with his dramatic and vocal talents as Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Martin reenacts the voice of God as he heard it.

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Related Episodes: [Dramatic Adaptation] I Worry What My Wife Will Say [The Life Wisdom Project] Tuning In To God | Special Guest: Dr. Jeanine Diller

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Why do we care that we die? Is time linear? Explore these questions, the relationship between ego and spirituality, and the potential for reaching the ultimate victory level.

Join Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg for a profound philosophical and spiritual discussion from Two Philosophers Wrestle With God, Part Two of the Essential Project Of The Divine.

Dr. Martin is a philosopher, founding chairman of Theology Without Walls, and author of the true story God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. Dr. Oxenberg is a professor and has many publications on ethics and religion including On The Meaning Of Human Being: Heidegger And The Bible In Dialogue.

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Related Episodes: [Dramatic Adaptation] 13. I Ask God Hard Questions About Ego And Suffering | 27. I Learn Human Effort Completes Creation | 30. I Learn Of God’s Experience With Hindu Sages | 33. God Introduces Me To Jesus | 39. Upset By God, I Stop Praying | 40. God Explains Infinite Worlds And Their Purpose | 42. God Explains Fulfillment And Victory

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Religions aren't all saying the same thing, but they share glimpses of the many sides of God and point to an ultimate shared project. Join Scott Langdon as he connects Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Richard Oxenberg for a profound philosophical and spiritual dialogue from the series Two Philosophers Wrestle With God, Dialogue 10- The Essential Project Of The Divine.

Dr. Jerry L. Martin is a philosopher and author of the true story God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, and is the founding chairman of the Theology Without Walls group at the American Academy of Religion.

Dr. Richard Oxenberg is a professor at Endicott College and has published several articles on ethics and theology, including his book: On The Meaning Of Human Being: Heidegger And The Bible In Dialogue.

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Related Episodes: [Two Philosophers Wrestle With God] Eastern Religions [Part 1] [Part 2]; World Religions [Part 1] [Part 2]

Quoted Episodes From [Dramatic Adaptation] 18. God Explains Polytheism In A Way I Understand| 32. God Explains Buddha| 39. Upset By God, I Stop Praying| 40. God Explains Infinite Worlds And Their Purpose

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Is God still communicating with us today? What has God been up to with different cultures and throughout history? It is an adventure of the most divine proportions for both Man and God, one we can only now discover in an era of global connectedness. 

God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, is a revelation for today and uniquely does not dismiss other revelations and spiritual truths.

By accepting God's multiplicity, taking God out of the box, and paying attention to what nurtures your soul, you may discover a deep spiritual avenue that transcends doctrines.

What's On Our Mind- Show host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin discuss these questions. 

• Two Philosophers Wrestle With God- Eastern Religions- dynamic dialogues between Dr. Jerry L. Martin, reporter and author of the true story of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, and founding chairman of the Theology Without Walls, and Dr. Richard Oxenberg, professor of ethics and theology, and author. 
• What's On Your Mind- Reactions and responses from the audience about their personal spiritual experiences with God. This week covers Barbara's letter of spiritual concern. 
• The Life Wisdom Project- What are the implications for daily living in God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher? Join fascinating new guests as they discuss life lessons from the book, chapter by chapter.

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Related Episodes: [Two Philosophers Wrestle With God] Eastern Religions [Part 1] [Part 2] [The Life Wisdom Project] Tuning In To God with Dr. Jeanine Diller; [What's On Your Mind] Spiritual Judgment

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Is it time for you to share your story and experience with God?

Hear profound communications from readers responding to God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, inspired by the pivotal moment of faith when Jerry, a philosopher, and nonbeliever, sent prayers of gratitude to the unknown.

Dr. Jerry L. Martin, author of the true story and recorded communication with God in God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, and Scott Langdon, discuss a letter of concern from reader Barbara.

Jerry and Scott share some surprising responses to Barbara's letter of spiritual discernment and provide insight into historical responses to revelations and spiritual practices like praying through the scriptures.

This conversation takes us outside tradition and opens the mind to spirituality beyond religion. Is God giving contrary responses to prayers, and have we already heard the last divine word? What if God has more to say to us right now? What is your story? We want to hear from you!

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Related Episodes: [What's On Your Mind] Trusting God; Is God Hiding?; Seeing With Divine Eyes; Mindful Moments; God's Frequency; Spiritual Living; A Relationship With God; Spiritual Judgment

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New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom Project- Tuning Your Radio To God

Learn of the prayers of gratitude and offers of help and service from a non-believer that ignited the conversation between God and man.

The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher. From Jerry's conversations with God, the Life Wisdom Project will look at the takeaways from God and the book for everyday living. How can we live better, healthier, happier, and wiser lives?

Meet Dr. Jeanine Diller, professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Toledo. Dr. Diller and Dr. Martin have been friends since working on theModels of God and Alternative Ultimate Realities, a volume by Dr. Diller presenting the various conceptions of ultimate reality that have been advanced over the centuries and present in the world's religions today.

Jeanine asks Jerry what the conditions were for him to communicate with God. The two indulge in a beautiful conversation about paying attention and the history of prayer throughout cultures.

We revisit I Pray To A God I Don't Believe In, the first episode of the dramatic adaptation of the book, where Creative Director and Host Scott Langdon brings the story to life with his dramatic and vocal talents as Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Martin reenacts the voice of God as he heard it.

This philosophical and spiritual conversation between friends will provide an inspirational answer that may surprise you and motivate your spiritual journey!

Read God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher.

Begin the dramatic adaptation of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher

Related Episodes: [Dramatic Adaptation] I Pray To A God I Don't Believe In

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NEW SERIES | PODCAST NEWS UPDATE

God: An Autobiography, The Podcast is excited to bring you a special episode introducing the BRAND NEW SERIES- The Life Wisdom Project.

The Life Wisdom Project series unites Dr. Jerry L. Martin with unique and special guests as they share a conversation about the life wisdom and reflections of the takeaways from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher, and episodes of the Dramatic Adaptation.

What is God actually saying about how we can live our lives better? 

The first episode of the Life Wisdom Project airs next Thursday with special guest Dr. Jeanine Diller- a Philosophy and Religious Studies professor at the University of Toledo.

This week, we revisit I Pray To A God I Don't Believe In to celebrate and prepare for the first Life Wisdom Project’s episode.

Join us next week for Jerry and Jeanine's insightful conversation on the voice of God coming to Jerry and genuine prayer.

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Related Episodes: [Dramatic Adaptation] I Pray To A God I Don't Believe In; [Interviews] Marriage, Philosophy, And Revelations; [The Life Wisdom Project] Tuning In To God | Special Guest: Dr. Jeanine Diller

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