Making Sense of Faith with Adam Hamilton
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 that's both deeply rooted and forward-thinking. Here, doubt isn't the opposite of faith—it's part of the journey.
Episodes
May 6, 2025 • 26 mins
In this enlightening episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton explores what makes the United Methodist Church uniquely positioned to speak to 21st century spiritual seekers. Adam engages in an authentic conversation about why so many people who have walked away from church or never attended might find a home in a denomination that intentionally stands in what he calls "the radical center." If you've ever wondered if there's ...
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April 29, 2025 • 59 mins
In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton welcomes viewers into an intimate conversation about refugee resettlement in Kansas City. Adam brings together a diverse panel including refugees who have rebuilt their lives in America, alongside those who support this vital work. Through honest, sometimes emotional exchanges, we witness the human stories behind refugee headlines – tales of fear and loss, but also of...
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April 22, 2025 • 28 mins
In this special 25th episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton explores how facing life's greatest challenges can transform our perspective and deepen our faith. Through powerful personal stories and insightful biblical analysis, Adam examines how we interpret Jesus's teachings and apply them to modern life. The episode weaves together intimate conversations about cancer, faith, and living fully into the biblical calls for ju...
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April 15, 2025 • 19 mins
In this impactful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton explores three essential practices for meaningful connection in our increasingly disconnected world. Through personal stories and scriptural wisdom, Adam makes a compelling case that regardless of our personality type or life circumstances, we all need Jesus as a friend, relationships with others, and meaningful connections in our workplace. His gentle invitation to ...
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April 8, 2025 • 19 mins
In this thought-provoking episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton explores the profound "I AM" statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. With his characteristic blend of historical context, theological insight, and practical application, Adam invites listeners to consider their own answer to Jesus' timeless question: "Who do you say that I am?" Whether you're spiritually curious or a longtime believer, this concise e...
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April 1, 2025 • 31 mins
In this deeply moving episode of "Making Sense of Faith," Adam Hamilton sits down for an intimate conversation with his uncle, Glenn Miller, a man whose life journey epitomizes the transformative power of faith. The episode traces Glenn’s remarkable path from addiction, crime, and federal prison to finding peace and purpose through Christ. With raw honesty, we hear about family trauma beginning with a mother's suicide, struggles wi...
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March 25, 2025 • 15 mins
In this thought-provoking episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles perhaps the most challenging question people face on their spiritual journey: Does everything happen for a reason? Drawing from his pastoral experience, Adam offers a fresh perspective that bridges faith and doubt, challenging the common notion that God micromanages every detail of our lives. Instead, he presents a view of God who created natural proc...
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March 18, 2025 • 13 mins
In this eye-opening episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton explores two powerful Hebrew words that appear 357 times in the Old Testament: "mishpat" (justice) and "tzedekah" (righteousness). Adam unpacks how these ancient concepts speak directly to today's heated debates about government spending and social programs. While acknowledging the importance of eliminating waste in government, he challenges listeners to consider w...
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March 11, 2025 • 16 mins
In this thought-provoking episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles one of the most perplexing aspects of Jesus's teachings: those moments when his words seem impossibly harsh or difficult to follow. With honesty and transparency, Adam explores Jesus's command to "cut off your hand" or "pluck out your eye" if they cause you to sin. He unpacks what Jesus really meant by these jarring statements and helps listeners unde...
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March 4, 2025 • 28 mins
In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton sits down with Matt Stewart, a Kansas City news reporter, who shares his family's incredible journey through dual cancer diagnoses. Matt's wife Chrissy was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of cancer in 2021, and while serving as her caregiver, Matt received his own devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer that had spread to his brain, lungs, and spine. Rathe...
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February 25, 2025 • 16 mins
In this thoughtful, concise episode of "Making Sense of Faith," Adam Hamilton explores what was at the heart of Jesus' teaching: the Kingdom of God. While many assume Jesus primarily taught about love, Adam reveals that Jesus spoke about the Kingdom of God four times more frequently. This concept isn't just historical theology—it's a practical framework for how we live our daily lives. In just 15 minutes, Adam unpacks this profound...
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February 18, 2025 • 39 mins
In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles one of Christianity's most challenging questions: "Are all non-Christians really going to hell?" With his signature blend of intellectual depth and pastoral compassion, Adam explores different Christian perspectives on salvation, eternal life, and God's boundless mercy. Drawing from scripture, church history, and personal experience, he offers a fresh perspect...
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February 11, 2025 • 39 mins
In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton sits down with Holocaust survivor Herb Kohn, whose journey from Nazi-occupied Europe to becoming a Kansas City legal legend spans over eight decades. Through intimate storytelling and profound reflection, this conversation reveals how faith, resilience, and love can persist even in humanity's darkest moments. The episode culminates in a deeply moving reading of a fina...
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February 4, 2025 • 34 mins
In this eye-opening dialogue between science and spirituality, Adam Hamilton takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the Smithsonian's traveling exhibition on human origins at St. Paul School of Theology. With his characteristic blend of intellectual curiosity and spiritual wonder, Adam explores the relationship between science and faith while examining the compelling evidence of human evolution. Far from seeing conflict b...
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January 28, 2025 • 45 mins
The Bible has shaped cultures and transformed lives for generations - yet it remains one of the most debated books ever written. Some find hope and wisdom in its pages, while others struggle with its challenging passages and how it's been used throughout history. In this episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton invites listeners into an honest conversation about making sense of scripture today. Drawing from his journey from ...
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January 21, 2025 • 28 mins
In this uniquely personal episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton shares his intimate reflections on the National Prayer Service, a time-honored tradition dating back to George Washington where faith leaders address the nation's highest officials. Recording from his study rather than the usual studio, Adam offers a candid exploration of what he would say if given the opportunity to speak at this year's service. Drawing from...
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January 14, 2025 • 32 mins
Does believing in God make sense in today's world? Adam Hamilton tackles this fundamental question with refreshing honesty and vulnerability. Through personal stories of airplane conversations, quiet walks with his granddaughter, and his own struggles with doubt, he explores why faith might still matter in 2024 - even for skeptics and deep thinkers. Drawing from decades of experience connecting with both believers and non-believers...
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January 7, 2025 • 26 mins
What if your doubts about faith weren't a barrier to belief, but a gateway to deeper understanding? In this thought-provoking first episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles one of the most fundamental yet challenging aspects of faith: doubt. With warmth and authenticity, Adam shares his personal journey from skepticism to belief, while making a compelling case for why doubt isn't just normal – it's an essential part ...
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December 31, 2024 • 56 mins
In this holiday episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton takes listeners behind the scenes of his 35th Christmas Eve candlelight service at Church of the Resurrection. Speaking from his home, with his dog Rocky making a guest appearance, Adam shares the detailed journey of crafting and delivering multiple versions of his Christmas message about the Magi seeking Jesus. He walks through his thoughtful preparation process, from...
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December 24, 2024 • 30 mins
In this soul-stirring Christmas episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton brings fresh insight to the remarkable story of Mary and Elizabeth's relationship. Moving beyond the traditional holiday narrative, he explores the raw humanity, fears, and transformative moments that make this ancient story deeply relevant today. His conversation weaves together biblical wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering both skeptics an...
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