A Candid Conversation with Former Pastors Wife, Apostate Anne on Faith and Relationships: Episode 11

Pulling The Thread Podcast: Tracing Jesus Before Christianity Emerged, Jesus the Jew within Judaism!

Episode Summary Jeramiah Giehl engages in a dialogue with Apostate Anne, unraveling her journey from a pastor's wife to apostasy. They delve into shared encounters with prophecy, healing, and spiritual practices such as speaking in tongues and laying on of hands. The discussion extends to the performative aspects of ministry, exploring the use of music and lighting to evoke emotions among congregants. The impact of departing from the church on personal lives and relationships is thoroughly examined, including the newfound quality time spent with family and friends post-church departure. The conversation also navigates the process of deconstructing belief systems and forging a fresh path forward. Jeramiah and Anne venture into the realm of atheism, exploring the challenges of parenting ethically and finding happiness. Anne proposes that children develop their own moral compass, with a focus on cultivating healthy relationships and boundaries as a cornerstone of morality. Their discourse extends to the historical existence of Jesus, tracing their conclusions through meticulous research and consultation of various sources, including Joel Baden, Ma Munger, Erman, David McDonald, and Kipp, encompassing a vast library of over a thousand books. Embracing reality and confronting adversity head-on is explored as an alternative to seeking refuge in fantasy. Apostate Anne and Jeramiah Giehl elaborate on the inception of their podcast and the imperative of rendering academic scholarship accessible to the masses. Anne unveils her online persona, "Apostate," as a dual mechanism to safeguard her family from religious zealots and challenge unaddressed inquiries within Christianity. They candidly share personal transformations, emphasizing resilience and wellness through confronting challenges directly. Apostate Anne also highlights her podcast, "ApoState of Mind," dedicated to scrutinizing Biblical myths and contradictions, and their show, "Belief Battles," designed to encourage open dialogue and belief examination. In sum, this discourse underscores the significance of embracing a reality-grounded existence while fostering openness to diverse viewpoints. Action Items9:05 Apostate Anne reflects on her past experiences with healing and prophecy and challenge her beliefs surrounding them.23:07 Apostate Anne starts fresh and reevaluate her beliefs based on evidence.33:05 Apostate Anne will continue to have open and honest conversations with her children about sex education, focusing on practical information and protection rather than religious beliefs.44:51 Apostate Anne will focus on having mutual relationships where there is appreciation and reciprocity.55:34 Apostate Anne will continue to research and gather information from various sources, including Joel Baden, Ma Munger, Erman, David McDonald, and Kipp, to further understand the historical accuracy of the Jesus of the Bible.1:01:44 Apostate Anne and her husband will continue their podcast, Apostate of Mind, to bring academic perspectives and new scholarship to a wider audience.1:02:18 Apostate Anne will continue hosting the show "Belief Battles" on Tuesdays at 7:30, where believers or theists can call in and share their beliefs or challenge their disbelief. Key Questions5:50 How does music play a role in worship and preparing people to receive the message?7:42 What is your perspective now of the prophecy and the healing?19:42 If a prophecy doesn't come true, does that mean it wasn't God's will?26:00 What kind of things did you notice behind the scenes of ministry work? Keywords:Church, Bible College, Relationships, Believer, Marriage, Journey, Worship, Healing, Prophecy, Pastor, Evidence, Speaking in Tongues, Boundaries, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pullingthethreadpodcast/support