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Observations from Life

Scott Schalchlin
Christianity
Jesus Christ
Loving Your Enemies
Love
Judaism
Kindness
Sermon On the Mount
Enemies
Compassion
Humanity
Social Justice
Spirituality
Anti-Semitism
Spiritual Growth
Satanic Panic
Evangelical Trauma
Pharisees
Interfaith Dialogue
Nostalgia
Collective Unconscious

The journey in this life is filled with wonder, humor, sadness, and everything in between. Scott talks about life - especially spiritual aspects of it, promoting kindness, self-reflection, and love.

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Religion & Spirituality

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A conversation with Zach Lambert, Meg Wise, and Kevin Young - three very active and vocal voices of Christianity found on Twitter. Each share aspects of their spiritual journeys, observations about the state of the Christianity and the church, and pr... more

I reflect back on January 6th and talk about wisdom from a Buddhist monk.

Dave Canfield, a former member of Jesus People USA, shares his journey from being a holiday Catholic to joining the Christian counterculture community. He discusses the vibrant music scene, the impact of Christian rock and roll, and his involvement i... more

My observations about a billboard I saw this past weekend - “Real Christians love their enemies.”

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Host

Scott
Host who explores life through the lens of spirituality, compassion, and personal reflection, promoting a journey of understanding and community.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Gratitude and Empathy and Spirituality

    I am truly grateful for this podcast and getting to know Scott a bit better through his amazing vulnerability and caring through sharing his journey and insights. I found his recent episodes to be some of the bravest and most spiritually meaningful stories I have ever heard. Thank you, Scott.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ_Dziga
    United States3 years ago
  • Emily readings

    Your sharing of your week and reading brought both tears and smiles. You willingness to share all the information is meaningful to all that listen. Surrounding you with white light and love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dmjcmh
    United States3 years ago
  • Gentle kindness and good listening

    I’m grateful for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marshss72
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I love listening to and I loved being on this podcast! Scott is awesome :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zlrebel75
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the emphasis on kindness and compassion in the content, resonating with personal journeys and challenges.
Listeners express gratitude for the host's vulnerability and authentic sharing of his life experiences, finding deep meaning in the discussions.
The storytelling and reflections are often described as emotionally impactful, encouraging self-reflection and a sense of community.

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Observations with a Rabbi
Q: Why has anti-Semitism been so prevalent throughout history?
Anti-Semitism arises from scapegoating Jews for societal problems, often fueled by Christian texts portraying them negatively.
Observations with a Rabbi
Q: Is there a belief in an afterlife in Judaism?
As a whole, Jews are not particularly interested in the afterlife; being moral and doing good deeds in this world is its own reward.
Finding Your Spiritual Community
Q: What challenges does the Unitarian Universalist community face?
The biggest challenge is addressing whiteness and being aware of systemic racism within our congregations.
Finding Your Spiritual Community
Q: How is Unitarian Universalism different from other faiths?
It's a non-creedal community where beliefs are a to-do list focused on social justice and communal support.
Finding Your Spiritual Community
Q: What drew you to the Universal Unitarian Church?
I grew up in the faith and I wanted to explore it further as I came back seeking a community.

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2. Noah Hepler
3. Michael E. Harvey
4. Stephen Hawley Martin
5. David Farrier
6. Rebecca Craig
7. Reverend Joanna Fontaine Crawford

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