The Joshua Tongol Podcast

"No One Has the Truth! Everything's Relative!" (Let's Talk About It)

When it comes to discussing ideas, it's commonly said that "everything is relative." Many open-minded people conclude that, because there are so many differing views, there is no Truth.

But is truth relative? Can something be true for one person and not necessarily for another? Does everybody have their own "truth"?

Is morality merely a matter of taste? If so, would this belief be livable? Will the world succeed of we continue hurting others?

Yet, at the same time, is morality a rigid structure of dos and don'ts where it is always bad to make a certain choice? Can there be more than one [right] way to respond to any given situation?

Can there be, in a sense, an objectivity to human nature, which makes a successful and livable world?

Personal beliefs throughout history have definitely changed over time. And it does seem obvious, at least to me, that some things do evolve. But is everything subjective? And is "reality" always clear to individuals--especially in an evolving and creative quantum world?

G.K. Chesterton said, “Merely having an open mind is nothing. The object of opening the mind, as of opening the mouth, is to shut it again on something solid.”

But is anything really SOLID?

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

SPIRITUAL AWAKENING - Are You Ready? (When The SHIFT Hits the Fan)

What shift is happening all over the world today?

What TRANSCENDS every  religion?

Which religion contains "The Truth"?

“God Loves You! TURN OR BURN!!” Whaaaat?!?!?

Have you ever encountered a street preacher (or anyone else) who condemned you for not believing in Jesus?

Has the message of God's unconditional love been reduced to "turn or burn"?

If You're Religious, This Might Make You Uncomfortable | Why Christianity Must Change

Tired of religion?

What if almost everything you were taught about Christianity is wrong?

Would you give up on faith altogether? Or is it possible to rediscover—with fresh eyes—a richer and more satisfying understanding of God and spirituality?

This message is about thinking outside the "institutional walls" of Christianity and asking the hard questions. Joshua boldly says in public what many people are thinking in private. And his hilarious stories and life-changing insights will inspire those who are dissatisfied with fear-driven religion but believe—deep down—there's a better message out there for the world to hear.

Why Won't God Heal EVERYONE?

-Does God heal at random?
-Is there a "perfect timing" for God to heal?
-Is there a "right technique" to heal?
-Is healing universal?

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

 

You Actually CAN SIN All You Want ... But

-Is "hyper-grace" the great deception?
-Does grace give people a license to sin?
-Is there a limit to God's grace?

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

Is Jesus the ONLY Way?

-Jesus wasn’t a Christian, so what did he PREACH? Himself?
-Have Christians become distracted away from his MESSAGE?

Religious Arrogance - "Stop Acting Like a Know-It-All"

(Theological Humility)

Date: 4-6-14
Location: Hemet, CA

Ask yourself the question, "WHAT IF?"

Joshua was raised within the evangelical tradition. Throughout the years, he served as a teacher, pastor, and evangelist at several denominations such as: Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Southern Baptist, and Assemblies of God. He also served as a missionary to the Philippines after graduating from seminary.

Although Joshua was the type to always ask questions during his early adult years, he finally found the courage to really question some of his "fundamental" beliefs he held to as an evangelical Christian. He began questioning his understanding of God, the Bible (inerrancy), grace, the gospel, eternal hell, Satan, interfaith, and even church.

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

Love Transcends Religion (Think About It!!)

Date: 4-6-14
Location: Hemet, CA

Ask yourself the question, "WHAT IF?"

Joshua was raised within the evangelical tradition. Throughout the years, he served as a teacher, pastor, and evangelist at several denominations such as: Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Southern Baptist, and Assemblies of God. He also served as a missionary to the Philippines after graduating from seminary.

Although Joshua was the type to always ask questions during his early adult years, he finally found the courage to really question some of his "fundamental" beliefs he held to as an evangelical Christian. He began questioning his understanding of God, the Bible (inerrancy), grace, the gospel, eternal hell, Satan, interfaith, and even church.

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

Handling Critics (Especially Aggressive Ones)

Date: 3-22-14
Location: San Diego, CA

Ask yourself the question, "WHAT IF?"

Joshua was raised within the evangelical tradition. Throughout the years, he served as a teacher, pastor, and evangelist at several denominations such as: Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Southern Baptist, and Assemblies of God. He also served as a missionary to the Philippines after graduating from seminary.

Although Joshua was the type to always ask questions during his early adult years, he finally found the courage to really question some of his "fundamental" beliefs he held to as an evangelical Christian. He began questioning his understanding of God, the Bible (inerrancy), grace, the gospel, eternal hell, Satan, interfaith, and even church.

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

What About the RAPTURE and SECOND COMING OF CHRIST?

Date: 3-22-14
Location: San Diego, CA

Ask yourself the question, "WHAT IF?"

Joshua was raised within the evangelical tradition. Throughout the years, he served as a teacher, pastor, and evangelist at several denominations such as: Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Southern Baptist, and Assemblies of God. He also served as a missionary to the Philippines after graduating from seminary.

Although Joshua was the type to always ask questions during his early adult years, he finally found the courage to really question some of his "fundamental" beliefs he held to as an evangelical Christian. He began questioning his understanding of God, the Bible (inerrancy), grace, the gospel, eternal hell, Satan, interfaith, and even church.

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

Joshua Tongol: Christian or Anti-Christ? | HuffPost and Examiner.com

In this exclusive interview for The Huffington Post and Examiner.com, bestselling author, Jeff Rivera ("Forever My Lady"), discusses Joshua's controversial book "So You Thought You Knew."

Throughout the hour, you'll hear Joshua share his journey out of religion, and how he ended up questioning what many consider to be the "fundamentals" of Christianity.

Joshua discusses his personal views on religion, church, healing, satan, the Bible, and for the first time in public, homosexuality.

Enjoy the show!

A Very IMPORTANT (and Maybe UNCOMFORTABLE) Question

Date: 3-22-14
Location: San Diego, CA

Ask yourself the question, "WHAT IF?"

Joshua was raised within the evangelical tradition. Throughout the years, he served as a teacher, pastor, and evangelist at several denominations such as: Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Southern Baptist, and Assemblies of God. He also served as a missionary to the Philippines after graduating from seminary.

Although Joshua was the type to always ask questions during his early adult years, he finally found the courage to really question some of his "fundamental" beliefs he held to as an evangelical Christian. He began questioning his understanding of God, the Bible (inerrancy), grace, the gospel, eternal hell, Satan, interfaith, and even church.

Listen in as Joshua shares his heart and answers questions on important theological subjects. It might give you a different perspective on things.

Paperback of SO YOU THOUGHT YOU KNEW is Out! - The Story Behind the Book

Well, here it is! "So You Thought You Knew: Letting Go of Religion" is finally released in paperback!

The release the of the Kindle version was a huge success. Remy and I just want to thank everyone for all the support and for helping us spread the word.

Get yourself a copy today!

The design--both interior and exterior--is fantastic! To see more of the designer's work, check it out here:

http://cargocollective.com/brotherteresa

"Growing Smaller" - Darin Hufford Interviews Joshua Tongol - "Into the Wild" Podcast

Date: 12-13-13

Description: Darin talks with his friend Joshua Tongol while in California. The two talk about how the more they grow, the less they know.

Hope you enjoy it!

Letting Go of Religion

"The Jesus Event"
Date: 12/28/13
Location: New Life Cathedral in Brooklyn, New York

People gathered together in New York to listen to the radical teachings of Jesus. Several speakers from across the United States united to share the message of God's grace and unconditional love.