The Mighty Philbert Podcast
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The Mighty Philbert Podcast
S02E24 John from Desert Spring Returns
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Our first conversation with John from Desert Spring went so well… we ran out of time.
So he’s back.
In Part 2, we’re digging into the questions we didn’t get to:
• Is atheism a worldview — or simply a lack of belief?
• What does spirituality offer after leaving Christianity?
• How do we evaluate near-death experiences and mystical claims?
• Can you separate Jesus from the church that hurt you?
• What does masculinity look like outside Christian control systems?
This won’t be a debate. It also won’t be a free pass.
We’re aiming for clarity, honesty, and real conversation about what comes after deconstruction — whether you land in atheism, spirituality, or somewhere in between.
Christians, atheists, and seekers are all welcome.
Let’s finish the conversation.
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Here's John's Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheDesertSpring