What does it mean to create your own personal theology? In this episode, CJ Miller sits down with author and spiritual explorer Larry Jordan to review and unpack his book The Way and to discuss the journey of questioning, searching, and embracing a wide spectrum of wisdom traditions.
Raised Catholic in Western Pennsylvania, Larry found himself in midlife asking life’s biggest questions: Why are we here? Where do we go when we die? His search led him through Christianity, mysticism, Eastern faiths, and even science—discovering along the way that no single tradition holds all the answers.
Together, CJ and Larry explore:
- Why holding beliefs lightly opens space for deeper truth.
- The surprising ways East and West have influenced each other.
- How mystics, quantum physics, and prayer all point toward oneness.
- The difference between faith as certainty and faith as curiosity.
- Larry’s eclectic spiritual practice—drawing from Zen, Quaker meetings, and interspiritual communities.
At the heart of the conversation is Larry’s invitation: “You Might Be Right.” Instead of rigid dogma, he calls for dialogue, openness, and humility in the face of mystery.
If you’ve ever wondered how to honor your roots while remaining open to other traditions, or if you’re curious about blending science, mysticism, and spirituality into your own practice, this conversation will expand your perspective.
Larry Jordan is the author of The Way, contributor to the Patheos column You Might Be Right, and an interspiritual teacher encouraging seekers to ask questions and embrace wonder. Learn more at larryjordanauthor.com.
Want to learn more about CJ Miller? Check out his Spiritual Artist Retreats, 1:1 Personal Coaching, and Speaking Engagements at www.spiritualartisttoday.com. His retreats are designed to help you reconnect with your Creative Intelligence and express your true artistic voice. You can also find his upcoming schedule there, and his book, The Spiritual Artist, is available on Amazon.
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