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Gravity Commons Podcast

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Conversations to help us develop a Christian spirituality rooted in love that fosters resilient faith in everyday life

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We talked with professor and author James McGrath about how the process of deconstruction can be a starting point for something new, and lead to building a more expansive faith, which is what he addresses in his book Beyond Deconstruction: Building a... more

We talked with musician, composer, and liturgical theologian Richard Bruxvoort Colligan about the rich, complicated life reflected in the Psalms of the Hebrew Bible—150 stories from a people passionate and honest about the complexities of human exper... more

We talked with pastor and author Tomy Cummins about what to do when someone you love admits that they're drowning in anxiety, depression, or thoughts of suicide. Most of us care deeply but feel unprepared, afraid of saying the wrong thing or making t... more

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What is “Ordinary Time” in the Christian calendar, and why is it called “ordinary” if it’s still spiritually significant? How can we practice rhythms of faith and stay spiritually grounded during the quieter seasons of life? Christy, Ben, and Matt di... more

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Recent Guests

James McGrath
Clarence L. Goodwin Chair of New Testament Language and Literature at Butler University
Butler University
Episode: James McGrath: Building a More Expansive Faith Beyond Deconstruction
Richard Bruxvoort Colligan
Musician, MA in Theology and the Arts, author of Dangerous Songs
Dangerous Songs / psalmimmersion.com
Episode: Richard Bruxvoort Colligan: The Danger and Disruption of Praying the Psalms
Tomy Cummins
Pastor, Communicator, Author, Mental Health Advocate
Church/Ministry (Colorado Springs)
Episode: Tomy Cummins: How to Care For People Who Suffer with Mental Health Struggles
Matt Tebby
Guest, back from sabbatical and co-leader of Gravity Commons
Gravity Commons
Episode: Sabbatical Re-Entry Reflections (Matt's back!)
Marty Solomon
Theologian, president and director of Discipleship for Impact Campus Ministries; creator/executive producer of the BEMA Podcast
Impact Campus Ministries / BEMA Podcast
Episode: Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human
Paul Penley
Author, scholar of Jesus' teachings in What Jesus Meant
Author of What Jesus Meant
Episode: Paul Penley: Jesus Versus the Separatists
David Swanson
Pastor in Chicago, founder of New Community Covenant Church, author, and advocate for immigrant rights
New Community Covenant Church
Episode: David Swanson: Nonviolent Resistance to the Violence and Terror of ICE
Yolanda Pierce
Professor and Dean of Vanderbilt Divinity School, scholar of African American religious history, public theologian, columnist, and activist.
Vanderbilt Divinity School
Episode: Yolanda Pierce: Black Faith Weaving Memory into Justice and Healing
Zach Lambert
Lead pastor and founder of Restore Austin, author of Better Ways to Read the Bible
Restore Austin
Episode: Zach Lambert: Better Ways to Read the Bible

Hosts

Ben Sternke
Co-host of Gravity Commons Podcast; frequent facilitator of theological discussion and leadership topics.
Christy Pendley
Co-host; contributes pastoral and practical ministry insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 287 ratings
  • What would Jesus REALLY do?

    Matt, Ben and Christy are all pastors who have come from different backgrounds, a an and realized that the ultimate message of the Bible, and specifically Jesus, is one of ultimate love. Occasionally the discussion is between the hosts as they delve into various issues. More frequently they are interviewing a writer or speaker who is an expert in a particular area. They have taught me so much, and opened my mind to be able to listen to others in live, just as Jesus would.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    knittygirl52
    United States9 months ago
  • Highly Recommended

    I highly recommend the Gravity Commons podcast. It is a loving community that strives to truly live the way Jesus asked us to live. It’s a safe haven in the world that we live in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blkmajesty
    United States9 months ago
  • Fun, Insightful, and Super Helpful!!

    I am so happy I came across this podcast and the Gravity Commons community. I totally appreciate the humor and fun and the insight. It’s been both refreshing and enlightening for me. And I also highly recommend the Gravity Commons community. What a great group of people. Exactly what I’ve needed for this chapter of my life. Thanks guys!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    toddmillikan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Consistently amazed!

    I love this podcast! It never ceases to amaze me how these podcasts provide exactly the words or resources I need to assist with processing through a specific spiritual issue. I feel a solidarity with these people. I am grateful that they don’t shy away from the hard stuff. My faith continues to be nourished and stretched here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ms Zinnia
    United States3 years ago
  • Mostly great, but…

    I love the guests and topics on this podcast, but many times I have been stopped from sharing specific episodes with others because of the long pre-show chatter and the dad jokes at the end. I feel like you assume everyone listening already knows and loves you and would find it endearing, but when I’m wanting to share with people unfamiliar with your podcast I think it’s a barrier. Most recent episode (Five Challenges) is perfect example, a thoughtful conversation was deflated by Matt’s dad jok... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FrannyZooey
    United States3 years ago

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Consistently praised for being the go-to for deep faith conversations.
Listeners value candid, compassionate discussions of faith.
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Tomy Cummins: How to Care For People Who Suffer with Mental Health Struggles
Q: What motivated you to write Shepherds of the Mind and to focus on mental health within a Christian framework?
Tomy shares his personal trauma journey, a call to destigmatize mental health in faith communities, and the realization that shepherds must learn to sit with people in hard seasons, not just offer quick fixes.
James McGrath: Building a More Expansive Faith Beyond Deconstruction
Q: How does the desire for certainty contribute to the difficulties people have with deconstruction?
Certainty often functions as an illusion; people cling to it to feel secure, but when evidence from life or new learning challenges those certainties, the process can be traumatic. Embracing uncertainty honestly is the first step toward a genuine, reasoned faith.
Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human
Q: How can churches foster a healthier culture around questions and curiosity without feeling unsettled or unstable?
Create spaces where questions are welcomed as a natural part of learning, model humility in leadership, emphasize identity as beloved in community, and connect curiosity to concrete acts of love and service rather than to mere doubt.
Marty Solomon: The Gospel of Being Human
Q: From your perspective, how does the idea that we are beloved alter our approach to sin and repentance?
Being beloved reframes sin as a distortion of our true identity rather than our defining feature, which opens space for honest confession and repair without shame, and it guides us toward a path of transformation that integrates love and accountability.
Paul Penley: Jesus Versus the Temple
Q: How does the widow's mite fit into the larger critique of the temple?
The widow's giving is presented alongside the leaders who misuse temple wealth; it serves as a counterexample highlighting genuine faith and generosity versus exploitation, and it anchors the critique in concrete social injustice within the temple system.

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2. Richard Bruxvoort Colligan
3. Tomy Cummins
4. Matt Tebby
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6. Paul Penley
7. David Swanson
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