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Making Sense of Faith with Adam Hamilton

Adam Hamilton
Faith
United Methodist Church
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God
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Christianity
Christmas
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Mental Health
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Holocaust
Bible
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The Gathering
Living Organ Donation
Marriage
Donald Trump
Kansas City
Gratitude

Making Sense of Faith isn't your typical religious podcast. Join Adam Hamilton, bestselling author, speaker, and pastor, as he tackles life's biggest questions with intellectual depth and genuine compassion without asking you to check your brain at the door. Drawing from his experience as an author, speaker, and pastor with decades of conversations asking questions about faith, Adam explores faith... more

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What really happened between Good Friday and Easter Sunday — and what did Jesus say when it was all over?

In this episode, Adam Hamilton opens up the cutting room floor from his Easter sermon, sharing the details that didn't make it into the pulpit ... more

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What does it look like to age without fear? In this deeply personal conversation, Adam Hamilton sits down with Alan and Kay Kimes—married for 64 years and still radiating joy at 86 years old. They share the honest truth about navigating every decade ... more

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Should your faith shape your politics? In this candid episode, Adam Hamilton challenges the myth that religion and politics don't mix—and explains why staying silent on justice issues might actually contradict the teachings of Jesus.

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Ever wondered what goes into a message that reaches the largest audience of the year? Adam Hamilton pulls back the curtain on his 36th Christmas Eve at Church of the Resurrection, revealing nine drafts, 30+ hours of research, and a stunning historica... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Reisinger
Senior Executive in HR at the University of Kansas Health System
University of Kansas Health System
Episode: Do You Believe in Everyday Miracles?
Dr. Sean Kumer
Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at the University of Kansas Health System
University of Kansas Health System
Episode: Do You Believe in Everyday Miracles?
Barnett Helzberg Jr.
A pivotal leader in the Kansas City area and former leader of Helzberg's Jewelers
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Episode: Everybody Wants to Be Loved: Lessons from a Business Icon
Michael Carpenter
Pastor of Lost Creek United Methodist Church and author of the book 'We Believe on the Nicene Creed'
Lost Creek United Methodist Church
Episode: The Ancient Debate that Shaped Christianity Forever
Reverend Janelle Gale
Pastor at Grace Hanson in Brooklyn
United Methodist Church
Episode: The Church Nobody Thinks Could Exist: Progressive Faith Meets Deep Tradition
Tyler Ho-Yin Sit
Planter of New City Church in Minneapolis, which is led mostly by queer people of color
New City Church
Episode: The Church Nobody Thinks Could Exist: Progressive Faith Meets Deep Tradition
Julia Hayes
Associate pastor at Wrightsville United Methodist Church in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Wrightsville United Methodist Church
Episode: The Church Nobody Thinks Could Exist: Progressive Faith Meets Deep Tradition
Tommy Spaulding
Global leadership expert and author.
Episode: Run Towards Pain? The Key to Influence with Global Leadership Expert Tommy Spaulding
Matt Miofsky
Pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis
The Gathering
Episode: The Both-And Church in and Either-Or World with Rev. Matt Miofsky

Host

Adam Hamilton
Senior Pastor at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection and host of this show; longtime pastor, author, and speaker.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 231 ratings
  • Enriching, Exciting and Enthralling

    As a person who has walked in faith all of my life, I appreciate Adam’s biblical insights! This podcast is for the thinking person who wants to grow in their faith! I give this Podcast five stars because it’s worth every minute of your time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa Wilt
    United States7 months ago
  • More please!

    Wish Adam had time to do these more often. I am always looking for the next one. Love his delivery and content. Uplifting and inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    My Ryno
    United States8 months ago
  • Impactful and formative each and every week.

    Adam’s podcast has become one of the most influential and impactful parts of my daily life. Not only does he speak my language, but each and every week I learn more about my faith, understand more about how to express and share my faith, and become more solid in my faith. Making Sense of Faith impacts my life in ways no sermon or book ever has.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeff lady
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Blessing to Me

    Pastor Adam's teachings have been a blessing to me for the past 18 years. I still listen to his sermons and podcasts after moving away from the Kansas City area in 2010. His teachings have walked me through some very difficult times and have grown my faith, and I'm so grateful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Callie1972
    United Statesa year ago
  • Christianity at its finest

    I appreciate a church where you do not have to check your brain at the door. Thanks for taking on tough questions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Funk67701
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is perceived as inclusive and thoughtful, avoiding hostility while tackling tough topics like politics and social issues.
Episodes are consistently engaging and potentially transformative for personal faith and everyday life.
Listeners appreciate the host's approachable yet deeply informed take on faith and current events.
Thoughtful, compassionate discussions that welcome difficult questions without sacrificing intellectual rigor.

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Do You Believe in Everyday Miracles?
Q: How long does it take for the liver to regenerate after donation?
The liver can regenerate to about 80-90% of its original size within around six to eight weeks after donation, with donors often feeling their full energy returns around the three-week mark.
Do You Believe in Everyday Miracles?
Q: What does the medical process of organ donation involve?
Dr. Kumer explained the thorough medical review process, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the health and safety of the donor.
Do You Believe in Everyday Miracles?
Q: What motivates someone to become a living donor?
Jeff shared that it was a combination of fate—seeing a recurring pop-up ad—and a desire to make a significant impact on someone's life.
Beyond Left vs. Right: How to Read the News in Polarized Times
Q: How do you guard your heart when engaging with the news?
By practicing 'agape' love and trying to maintain a perspective of compassion even when encountering opposing views.
Beyond Left vs. Right: How to Read the News in Polarized Times
Q: What does it look like to love God with our minds and how might that help us?
It involves critical thinking skills when approaching news and understanding biases.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Making Sense of Faith

What is Making Sense of Faith about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program explores faith through thoughtful dialogue on big questions, often tying theology to everyday life, culture, and current events. Episodes frequently blend scripture, personal stories, and real-world ethics to examine topics like social justice, politics, mental well-being, relationships, and community leadership, always with an emphasis on intellectual honesty and compassion. A notable strength is its effort to make complex religious ideas accessible without sacrificing depth, inviting listeners to wrestle with tough questions while staying engaged with empathy for differing viewpoints.

A standout aspect is the host's background as a pastor and author, which appears to shape a steady, curious, and non-dogmatic approach. The sh... more

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2. Dr. Sean Kumer
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5. Reverend Janelle Gale
6. Tyler Ho-Yin Sit
7. Julia Hayes
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