GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast
GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast is a true story of a philosopher’s conversations with God. Dr. Jerry L. Martin was a lifelong agnostic. But one day he had occasion to pray. To his vast surprise, God answered - in words. Being a philosopher, he had a lot of questions. And God had a lot to tell him. Dr. Martin served as head of the National Endowment for the Humanities and the University of Colorado philosophy department. Find out more at www.GodAnAutobiography.com
Episodes
In this heartfelt episode of What's On Your Mind, Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore a deeply personal spiritual journey shared through three emails from a listener named Roxana.
Spanning over a year and a half, Roxana’s correspondence reveals an inspiring evolution from doubt and disconnection to curiosity, courage, and a desire for oneness with the Divine.
Through Roxana’s words, listeners ...
In this special episode of The Life Wisdom Project Jerry L. Martin is joined by acclaimed horror author, essayist, and religious thinker Matt Cardin for a profound exploration of divine duality, Zoroastrian cosmology, and the moral landscape of good and evil.
Together, they dive into God’s revelations to the prophet Zoroaster as recounted in God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher, unpacking a wo...
What if God had another side?
In this special revisit of Episode 26, Zoroaster Sees God’s Other Side, we explore one of the most profound moments in God: An Autobiography- a divine encounter that reshaped both Zoroaster’s understanding of the cosmos and God's own self-awareness.
Zoroaster, the ancient Persian prophet, perceived not just divine light, but divine struggle. In this remarkable dialogue, ...
Jerry shares his fascinating revelations during prayer concerning the prophet Zoroaster’s profound encounter with the divine.
Zoroastrianism is one of the world's oldest known monotheistic religions, but few know its rich history—largely preserved through oral tradition—that allows us to understand what God was communicating to Zoroaster through the cosmic battle between good and evil.
In this powerf...
In this powerful edition of What’s On Our Mind, Jerry shares two recent spiritual encounters that deeply impacted him—one with a professor who’s never spoken about her mystical experiences publicly, and another with a student whose spiritual intuition seemed to echo his own. Together with Scott, they explore the importance of paying attention to divine nudges, honoring spiritual moods, and trusting the ...
Have you ever wondered what it really means to call out to God- and what it feels like when something answers?
In this moving episode of What’s On Your Mind, we explore Janet's spiritual awakening, which began with a simple desire to know who Jesus really was and unfolded into moments of inner instruction, prophetic clarity, and self-discovery. She offers five profound lessons about spiritual discer...
How do rituals, traditions, and philosophical reasoning shape our understanding of the divine and the human experience?
In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Dr. Michael Poliakoff explore the evolution of thought and tradition from ancient Jewish practices and Egyptian influences to the philosophical insights of Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, and Emmanuel Levinas.
Th...
What if God spoke to you directly? Would you listen?
This episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast revisits some of the most pivotal moments in biblical history, from Moses’ divine encounter at the burning bush to the covenants of Saul and David, the trials of the Israelites, and the prophetic revelations of Jeremiah and Isaiah.
Through the dramatic adaptation of God: An Autobiography, As Told to a ...
What happens when a philosophy professor, known for teaching logic and critical thinking, has an undeniable encounter with God? Dr. Jerry L. Martin was a lifelong agnostic until one day, to his great surprise, God spoke to him. As a philosopher, he had no choice but to investigate.
In this episode of From God to Jerry to You, Jerry takes a deep dive into one of the most pivotal moments in spiritual histo...
Does God test us? What does obedience to God really mean?
In this episode of What's On Our Mind, Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin dive deep into the complex and often misunderstood concepts of obedience, trust, and free will in our relationship with God.
Exploring the story of Abraham and Isaac, they discuss whether obedience is simply following commands or if it is something much deeper- a spi...
In this episode of What's On Your Mind we explore two powerful listener stories that highlight the theme of obedience, faith, and divine encounters.
Raymond shares an unexpected moment of overwhelming emotion and spiritual awakening while listening to a song, leading him to an intense experience of seeking forgiveness and hearing a divine voice.
Meanwhile, Beverly reflects on her lifelong spiritua...
In this Life Wisdom Project episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, married philosophers and authors, Jerry L. Martin and Abigail L. Rosenthal, explore profound themes of spiritual growth, absolute obedience, and the tests we face in life.
Drawing on the story of Abraham and Isaac, they discuss how spiritual calls can be both enlightening and disorienting. Jerry shares his experience following th...
In this episode, we revisit Abraham’s powerful story and its deeper meaning in God's relationship with humanity. Why could Abraham hear and obey God so completely? What does his unwavering faith reveal about true obedience and trust in divine will?
Jerry Martin explores Abraham's test, questioning whether such an extreme command could truly come from God. The Voice of God explains the necessity...
In this From God To Jerry To You, we explore the perplexing story of Abraham and Isaac to uncover deeper themes of obedience and spiritual growth.
Join Dr. Jerry L. Martin as he shares his remarkable conversations with God, offering fresh insight into how a seemingly troubling biblical account reveals profound wisdom for modern seekers.
Discover how divine will aligns with human fulfillment, guiding us ...
In this thought-provoking episode, Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore profound spiritual and philosophical questions that strike at the heart of human existence. What is the purpose of life? How do we find meaning in our daily experiences? And what does it mean to truly fall in love with God?
Drawing on Jerry’s divine conversations detailed in God: An Autobiography, they discuss the concept of a n...
In this episode of What’s On Your Mind, Scott and Jerry dive into two compelling listener emails that explore the profound and personal ways we encounter God. Jennifer shares her extraordinary vision of "God's Eye" and the divine presence she experienced through angels, doves, and even laughter. Her story opens a discussion on interpreting divine signs, anthropomorphic imagery, and seeing...
God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, welcomes philosopher and returning guest Dr. Richard Oxenberg in this thought-provoking Life Wisdom Project. The two explore what it means to “come up for air” when asking life’s deeper questions: how everyday tasks like grocery shopping or filling the gas tank relate to profound concepts of purpose and spiritual wisdom.
Drawing on Aristotle’s eudaimonia, Je...
What’s the point of it all? In this special episode, we revisit the transformative moment when Dr. Jerry L. Martin asks God life’s ultimate question- and receives an astonishing answer.
Discover a profound perspective on existence: life’s meaning is not found in reaching an end but in the living itself. Explore themes of divine love, personal growth, and our intimate relationship with God, as well as the...
Celebrate the Best of 2024’s Life Wisdom Project! As we close out the year, join us for a captivating journey through the most inspiring moments of the Life Wisdom Project. This special episode highlights profound conversations with our esteemed guests, including philosophers, spiritual seekers, and scholars, who unpack the deeper meanings of God’s messages and their impact on daily life.
Explore topics ...
What if God has a story—and it includes you? In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Dr. Jerry L. Martin shares a profound revelation: God wants to be known as one who loves, suffers, and reaches out to humanity across cultures and religions. This isn’t just a message for theologians—it’s for anyone seeking answers to life’s deeper questions.
Jerry explores what it means for God to have a ...
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