Episodes
6 days ago
6 days ago
The pastor, whose notable sermon was featured on episode #212 (“Things You've Never Heard About the Bible”), joins Frank in the studio to be grilled with incisive questions. Be sure to listen to the very end where the interview takes a tragic turn. Following the interview, Frank takes calls from listeners.
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
#223: The Conservative Right, the Progressive Left, and the Politics of Jesus
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Frank Viola is interviewed by Bob Dutko on the gospel of the kingdom, the Insurgence, and the politics of Jesus. A challenge to both the conservative right and the progressive left.
For details, go to Insurgence.org.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
#222: The Kingdom of God & Politics Among Today's Youth
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Frank Viola is interviewed by top Christian Millennial leader where they discuss the gospel of kingdom (the Insurgence) among 20s and 30s today. A must for Christians of all ages. Politically controversial.
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
#221: The Industrial Religious Complex
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
In this interview, Frank Viola answers incisive questions about what he calls “The Industrial Religious Complex.”
Developing Your Spiritual Taste Buds
The Deeper Christian Life Network
The Message That Sparked a Revolution
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
#220: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part VI
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the sixth part of a series. Questions answered are: How do I stay energized and avoid burnout in this demanding vocation? I have listened to many of your podcasts and read many of your books but I'd like to make an observation and ask a question. Why is it that nearly all of your podcast conversation partners are "lead pastors" or seminary graduates instead of actual practitioners of the things you teach and emphasize in most of your books and teachings. Why don’t you do episodes on organic church life?
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
#219: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part V
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the fifth part of a series.
Questions answered are: How do you respond to criticism? What is the most difficult aspect of ministry for you? I’m a 35-year old lead pastor and I’m interested in your IXP Mastermind. Can you tell me about it? The research shows that the majority of pastors in the US suffer from depression, and from my experience in ministry, this is true. What would you say to a pastor struggling with depression?
The Deeper Christian Life Network
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
#218: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part IV
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the fourth part of a series.
Questions answered are: What spiritual disciplines do you find important to your ministry? How do you personally practice mutual submission in ministry?
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
#217: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part III
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the third part of a series.
Questions answered are: What is something you wish someone had prepared you for when you began in ministry? How do you define success in ministry? What one or two books are you reading right now?
Rethinking Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh
15+ Years of Projects (and Failing Gloriously)
The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Revised and Expanded
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
#216: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part II
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the second part of a series.
Questions answered are: How do you prepare your messages?
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
#215: Candid Q & A about Church and Ministry: Part I
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Frank and Jared field questions about church and ministry. This is the first part of a series.
Questions answered are: How do I balance the demands of ministry with family life and personal time?
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
#212: Things You’ve Never Heard About the Bible (Spoof)
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Frank features a Bible-based preacher (and self-professed scholar) who gives an interesting discourse on Paul of Tarsus in the New Testament. Namely, the bad things Paul did, the good things Paul did, and the things that Paul did that were neither good nor bad. One of the biblical references the preacher cites is 1 Corinthians 9:27 in the NASB (1977 version) which reads, “But I buffet my body and make it my slave, lest possibly, after I have preached to others, I myself should be disqualified.”
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
#211: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part IV
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Part 4 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers how to deal with criticism, the three types of critics, when you know it’s time to write a book, Frank’s favorite books in his catalog, the main pieces of advice for Christians who want to make an impact in the world, the revolutionary kingdom message, how to find a mentor.
Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.”
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
#210: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part III
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Part 3 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers failure and reassurance, handling compliments and criticisms, how to reframe failure and learn from it, the necessity for investing in training, mentor/mentee relationships, a critical resource for authors, bloggers, creators.
Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.”
How to Defend Yourself Against Alien Abduction (the episode referred to in the interview)
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
#209: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part II
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Part 2 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers the definition of success, knowing when to launch, the weight of experience, controversy, navigating joy, life, and peace in your work, the meaning of courage.
Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.”
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
#208: Uncommon Advice for Christian Leaders and Creators: Part I
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Part 1 of Josh Khachadourian’s interview with Frank. This episode covers trends in Christianity, superficial spirituality vs. the deeper Christian life, productivity hacks and distractions, the studio life vs. the industrial life, dealing with discouragement.
Preface from Frank for this episode: “I was a guest on a show tailored to Christian men in ministry and business. In it, I discussed what I believe to be critical insights for all leaders and creators, both women and men. While the context was faith-based, the substance is universal. And while the specific podcast I was interviewed on was geared toward men, the advice is for everyone. The interview contains some of my best advice for those making a ruckus – ministers, writers, teachers, musicians, artists, teachers, spiritual leaders, etc.”
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
#207: Rejection, Resilience, and Reframing
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
#206: Living in the Presence of the Future: Part II
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
This message is part of the Exquisite Passion Master Class on The Deeper Christian Life Network. It’s called “Living in the Presence of the Future: The Already But Not Yet."
The Deeper Christian Life Network
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
#205: Living in the Presence of the Future: Part I
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
This message is part of the Exquisite Passion Master Class on The Deeper Christian Life Network. It’s called “Living in the Presence of the Future: Has Jesus Christ Changed?”
The Deeper Christian Life Network
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
#204: Seven Myths About the Kingdom of God: Part II
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
#203: Seven Myths About the Kingdom of God: Part I
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
#202: Misunderstandings, Offenses, Criticism, and Spiritual Filters
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
The Deeper Christian Life Network
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Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
#201: Serving in the Newness of the Spirit
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
This is the continuation of Frank’s last conference message, “The Two Anointings,” which can be streamed or downloaded from this podcast.
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
#200: The Two Anointings
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Delivered at a Ministry Leadership Conference in November 2023.
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
#199: Living in the Conscious Presence of God
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Delivered at a Ministry Leadership Conference in November 2023.
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
#198: Divine Encounters Facilitated by Insurgence
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
#197: The 3 Top Temptations for Christians Plus Marketing (Controversial)
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
#196: Rediscovering Christ as Life and Reality
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ
Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom
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Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
#195: Walking Through Hell on Earth
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
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Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
#194: The Five-Fold Ministry, Christian Celebrity, and God’s Power
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Rethinking the Five Fold Ministry
Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ
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Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
#193: Adventures in Missing the Point of God’s Kingdom
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom
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Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
#191: A Remedy for Today’s Shallow Preaching
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
#188: How to Defend Yourself Against Alien Abduction (Part Spoof)
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Frank talks about a subject he's never discussed before. The episode is part serious and part spoof. Tread with a sense of humor.
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
#187: Waiting on the Lord (When the Dream Tarries)
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
#186: What Concerns Me Most
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 09, 2023
#185: Industrial Church and Discipleship
Tuesday May 09, 2023
Tuesday May 09, 2023
Living by the Indwelling Life of Christ
Epic Jesus: The Christ You Never Knew
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Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
#184: Dancing on the Edges
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Frank’s Discography (All Books)
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Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
#182: The Explosive Gospel of God’s Kingdom (Redux)
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
#181: Frank’s Favorite Things (20 Questions)
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
#180: Stairway to Heaven (Radical Revision)
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Lyrics to “The Romance of the Ages”
There's a lady who's pure
Hid in God she’s secure
And she’s waiting to wed her true Bridegroom
She is young and she’s free
Peerless worth she has seen
By His Word she is sure where she came from
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
And she's wearing a white gown that’s spotless
There's no wrinkle no flaw
Found in Christ from before
The whole world ever came into being
New creation behold
Without blemish she glows
With His presence she shows forth His nature
Oooh, it makes me praise Him
Oooh, it makes me praise Him
She’s the pearl of great price
A dear treasure to Christ
And the Spirit is crying for marriage
Sterling beauty men see
By her light they’re set free
And her garments are fragrant with glory
Ooh, it makes me praise Him
Ooh, it makes me praise Him
When He died on that tree
Blood and water redeemed
And His side was the womb where she came from
And a new day will dawn
For all who stood long
And the angels will chorus with laughter
Oh whoa-whoa-whoa, oh-oh
She is the woman God has dreamed of
Before creation
The New Jerusalem is coming
The Lamb is ready to escort her
To His chamber
The Spirit’s calling her to join Him
And it makes me love Him
Oh, whoa
Her heart is captured by His beauty
And His glory
The Bridegroom’s calling her to join Him
Dear lady, can you sense His nearness?
He’s been waiting
The Lamb is ready to appear now
And now the drama it unfolds
All that the prophets had foretold
There stands a lady we all know
Who beams with light and is extolled
And all within her turns to gold
Exquisite stone and pearl from old
When she is one with Him at last
The Bride is ready for the Lamb
She’ll be His wife upon His throne
And she's waiting to wed her true Bridegroom
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
#179: Hearing the Voice That Has No Words
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
#178: For Her Hand He Was Crucified
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Lyrics to “Ekklesia”
Well I’ve seen a woman whose beauty is beyond compare
Her garments are eternal and glory shines through her hair
She’s a Bride without blemish, she is holy, pure, and true
She’s the woman God has dreamed of, fragrant with heaven’s dew
And she is radiant with Life
A holy city, the Lamb’s Wife
She’s Ekklesia (Ekklesia)
She’s Ekklesia (Ekklesia)
Well she’s making herself ready for the marriage of the Lamb her Groom
And she is clothed with His image in the newness of Jerusalem
And for her hand He was crucified
And in His bosom she’ll abide
She’s Ekklesia (Ekklesia)
She’s Ekklesia (Ekklesia)
Bridge:
She came out of His side
She’s ekklesia
She came out of His side
She’s ekklesia
She’s the city of God
She’s ekklesia
She’s the city of God
She’s ekklesia
Ekk-le-sia, Ekk-le-sia
Out of His side
Bone of His bone
City of God
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
#177: Rethinking Failure in God’s Work
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
#176: Keys to God’s Power
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 22, 2022
#175: I’ve Waited Years to Release This Song!
Tuesday Nov 22, 2022
Tuesday Nov 22, 2022
Lyrics to “In This Quiet Time With You”
The lamp is burning Lord in my inner man
The light softly glowing
The air still in the silence of my mind
I hear Your voice softly calling
As I behold Your glorious face
Here with a saint or two
I will be happy just to touch the heart I love
In this quiet time with You
Your peace is conquering this troubled heart of mine
My cup is overflowing
I read again between the lines upon each page
Your words of love they fill me
As I behold Your glorious face
Here with a saint or two
I will be happy just to touch the heart I love
In this quiet time with You
The fire is dying my lamp is growing dim
The shades of night are falling
Your morning light steals across my spirit now
Your presence never leaves me
As I behold Your glorious face
Here with a saint or two
I will be happy just to touch the heart I love
In this quiet time with You
And to be once again with you