New Natures Podcast

Dive head first into exhilarating conversations regarding culture, community, and living free! There's never a dull moment as we share wild Jesus stories! Jared Gustafson is an unconventional Christian who enjoys living in community and traveling the planet! He shares riveting stories and thoughts regarding culture, society, and his relationship with Jesus!

Swiss Cheese and Glory Community! 10/11/2023

Swiss Cheese and Glory Community! Do want to hear about the most incredible Christian community on the plant? Have you dreamt of what community could look like without hierarchal structures, institutional control, and spiritual manipulation? Well, meet Dominic Frei from Bern, Switzerland who shares about his experience in a community as believers who live in close proximity and experience interconnected relationships. Dominic lives in a unified community of over 200 people yet there is no distinct leader, no expected tithing, or statement of faith. Every voice has a place as they strive to live under the influence of Holy Spirit's guidance. As Dominic shared throughout this conversation, I was struck by his authenticity, tender decorum, and humble presence. Dive into this incredible conversation with Dominic who may the most humble man on earth. Please rate, review, and subscribe and share with your friends! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/28282736

Rest and Revival with Neil Silverberg 03/02/2023

Rest and Revival with Neil Silverberg Have you wondered why Christians are so exhausted? Have you struggled with allowing your identity to be defined by your performance? How does one embrace both the Scriptures and the Spirit? How do we bring the generations together? Any thoughts on Asbury Revival? All this and much more in a brief conversation between Jared Gustafson and Neil Silverberg. NEIL SILVERBERG is the founder of Masterbuilders (a relational network of churches across America) and a senior leader of Trinity Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. He's a friend, a papa of the faith, and an incredible teacher of the scriptures. Please enjoy this conversation, comment, subscribe to this channel, and share it with your friends. Time Stamp: 01:00 Introduction 02:10 Books Written by Neil Silverberg 06:44 Scriptures and Spirt 11:35 Performance Driven Identity vs Sonship 15:46 The Exhausted Christian 20:42 Living like Mary in a Martha World 23:25 Structure vs Organic Christianity 28:30 Generational Unity 31:33 Revival vs Revivalism 33:21 Asbury Revival /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/26106036

The Origin of Patriarchy 08/08/2018

The Origin of Patriarchy Have you ever wondered why there are so few women in leadership roles within the church? And have you considered when this patriarchal system began? Or why it exists? Helping us navigate this important topic is Dr. Little who has her Phd. in women and religious studies. She is brilliant and kind. We cover a number of topics and I know you'll be enriched. *Please rate, review, and subscribe so we can keep in touch!* The music on this podcast is by Aeron Brown. Check out his website or find his music on spotify, Facebook, or iTunes! He's amazing! http://www.aeronbrown.com /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/6901690

The Happiness Club with David Fox 04/22/2018

The Happiness Club with David Fox The legendary David Fox joins the conversation and prompts Jared to share fun stories and recent happenings. Laughter ensues as Jared recounts the conception of the Happiness Club! As the conversation unfolds, a number of incredibly liberating thoughts and ideas ensue. Brace yourself, this is a fun one! Intro music is Aeron Brown Music! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/6509094

The Spiritual Entrepreneur with Nick In't Hout 04/16/2018

The Spiritual Entrepreneur with Nick In't Hout It's time to meet the gunslinger of the ministry world! Nick's ministry is something like the wild west (unpredictable and full of gold!) In the fourth episode of the Kingdom series, we learn from a spiritual entrepreneur who thinks outside the box, profoundly connects with EVERYONE, and has a unique impact on our city. Join us as we learn a the lesson from shoveling dog sh*t, the ABC-Ds of transforming a city, and the gift of appreciative inquiries. Nick concludes with an incredible exhortation to learn to listen. You cannot afford to miss this conversation. Grab tea and take a listen. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/6483490

The Authentic Jesus with Michael Giordano 04/09/2018

The Authentic Jesus with Michael Giordano It's time to meet the Godfather! This episode is third in a series called Kingdom Transformation. Jared sits down with a friend, father in the faith, and unorthodox "pastor," Michael Giordano. Mike and his wife Kathy has served the Redlands community and surrounding areas for the last 30 years. He's been all over the country and the world declaring the beauty, kindness, and love of Jesus. He leads a network of organic churches that meets in various homes, coffee shops, and restaurants. The simplicity of this conversation is astounding. Join us as we hear inspiring stories and discover how simple it is to discover the face of Jesus in un-expecting places. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/6458593

The Boom of Business (with Eric Gregson) 01/15/2018

The Boom of Business (with Eric Gregson) The kingdom of God can never be reduced to cute words. It's tangible and accessible. Eric Gregson is an unconventional pastor, rocker, and business owner who believes in the cohesive integration between the spiritual and natural world. Through business he has seen lives, families, communities, and even a city touched by God. Join Jared in the second episode of the kingdom transformation series and learn how God's kingdom is established and unveiled as we live normal natural lives. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/6151952

Staying in the Wow --with Aeron Brown 08/23/2017

Staying in the Wow --with Aeron Brown Get ready to laugh, cry, and dance all at the same time! This is part one of a series on community development and regional transformation. Join Jared as he sits down with powerful influencers in the city of Redlands and beyond. In this particular podcast, Jared talks with Aeron Brown, a trusted friend, well-known musician, artist, and key-note speaker.   Aeron shares about the historical influence of art throughout generations and recounts several testimonies of how he's seen art touch the lives of individuals, families and even transform a city. Aeron ends with an exhilarating exhortation to stay in "the wow," something you won't want to miss.   If you enjoy this podcast, please rate, review, subscribe and share it with your friends. (IT HELPS SO MUCH!!!) Stay in touch with Aeron by visiting his website: AeronBrown.com Instagram: AeronBrownMusic / AeronBrownArt Facebook: AeronBrownMusic /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5668069

Wayne Jacobsen (Part II) Living Loved Amidst a Hurting World 07/24/2017

Wayne Jacobsen (Part II) Living Loved Amidst a Hurting World Each of us are on a journey of learning to live loved by God amidst a hurting world. Wayne and Jared share about how to live authentically engaged with those that are in pain, and how to process heartache while remaining aware of God's loving affection. The conversation takes a number of turns as they explore how to release hurt, recover from the past, and lean into endearing friendships. It concludes with an intriguing exhortation to be unimpressive in a world of rockstars! Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to this channel for more conversations like this one, and don't forget to share it with your friends! Wayne Jacobsen is a prominent author/speaker who travels around the world encouraging others along their journey to discover a God of loving affection. He has an incredible ability to confront religious dogma in a kind and gentle manner, ushering people into further freedom and connection with a relational God. Check out LifeStream.org for more information regarding his life and ministry. Jared Gustafson lives in Redlands California and has been engaging in familial style church life since 2009. He loves when believers find their voices and learn to express the indescribable God abiding within them. Occasionally he partners with others to host weekend conversational conferences where various communities come together to share about what they are discovering in their life together. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5555265

Love Blasted by Katie Spinks 07/17/2017

Love Blasted by Katie Spinks Katie Spinks in partnership with her husband Matt have lead community houses in Fort Wayne Indiana for over 10 years. They live supernaturally by the grace and love of Jesus, traveling the earth declaring to humanity the effortless union of God through the gift of Jesus Christ. Everywhere they go they bring extraordinary joy and freedom! From Nicaragua to Nepal and beyond, they go seeking to establish and fortify community expressions of God's love. Please listen and enjoy the goodies shared here. And may you enjoy your own life filled with mystical encounters and experiences with the Godhead! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5520957

Glory Community Conference in Nebraska--with Matt, Eric and Silas 07/10/2017

Glory Community Conference in Nebraska--with Matt, Eric and Silas This podcast was CRAZY FUN! It flowed from jokes and laughter to deep sharing, heart connection, and even tears! At our last Kainos Koinonia (a conversation style conference devoted to encouraging others in familial style church life) I had a glorious chat with three incredible men. Join Eric Wilding, Silas Valentine, and Matt Spinks as they share their hearts openly and honestly. Each of these men have unique stories of discovering Jesus, friendships, and community. What they are doing in the earth is unprecedented and absolutely incredible! It was an honor to be able to sit down and hear their hearts for Jesus and community. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5520804

Jesus Burgers 06/12/2017

Jesus Burgers Jesus Burgers is a house, a ministry, a group of intentional friends who seek to love a city! What God has done amidst this community has impacted thousands and is now reaching the world. Jason Lomelino has been an instrumental leader amidst this powerful group or world changers! I hope you'll be incredibly blessed by this podcast! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5435508

Slinging Freedom Everywhere with Wayne Jacobsen 04/14/2017

Slinging Freedom Everywhere with Wayne Jacobsen Jared has a dream-come-true conversation with a well respected, prominent author and new friend Wayne Jacobsen. Wayne is known for co-authoring The Shack, He Loves Me, Finding Church, So You Don't Want to Go to Church Anymore and several other incredible books! In this two-part conversation, Jared and Wayne discuss how to move from a "works-based religion" into a "rest-based relationship" with God. The guys get a little wild as they boldly challenge the idea of penal substitution and superstar christianity. It gets even more scandalous as Wayne suggests anti-dsicplichip! Buckle up and get ready, freedom gets everywhere! For more information regarding Wayne and his ministry visit: www.lifestream.org /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/5265672

Talking Microwaves and the Beauty of our Origin with Jamal Jivanjee 01/12/2016

Talking Microwaves and the Beauty of our Origin with Jamal Jivanjee Thank you for joining us for yet another conversation! This week my guest, Jamal Jivanjee, and I share about talking microwaves and the newness of life that Jesus brings! We also explore thoughts about our origin our the beauty of our design. The tea's been poured, so lets drink together! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/4071276

Kissing the Accuser with Jamal Jivanjee 01/05/2016

Kissing the Accuser with Jamal Jivanjee I recently had an amazing conversation with two friends, Jamal Jivanhjee and Nishelle Reagan, about how to respond to accusation. This conversation is practical for all those that have begun to taste the freedom of Jesus outside traditional religion. Lets face it: the cork has been popped and the bubbly is being poured out. The fattened calf has been slaughtered and the feasting has begun. The elder brother will never be okay with this shindig; nevertheless, we cannot stop moving our feet because the music is just too good to stand still. Jesus first sign that He was indeed the promised Messiah, was to increase the wine and keep the party going. Enjoy the drink, be free to love and kiss your accuser. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/4055563

Shots Fired! The San Bernardino shooting with George Bowker 12/22/2015

Shots Fired! The San Bernardino shooting with George Bowker When tragedy strikes, what is our response? Do we run in fear or stand in love? Jared Gustafson and his guest Dr. George Bowker enjoy another rich conversation. They talk about the recent tragedy in San Bernardino and how Christians respond to tragedy. Take a seat and grab some tea as we talk together. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/4031616

Unsearchable Riche$ with Keith Giles 11/12/2015

Unsearchable Riche$ with Keith Giles Keith Giles is a teacher, author, copywriter, activist, and servant of Jesus living in Orange County, California. Since 2006, he and his family have been part of a house church that gives away 100% of all offerings to the poor in their community. Please look for Keith's books online. Check out or on twitter at @keithgiles /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/3944109

Is God Violent? 04/25/2015

Is God Violent? In this conversation we explore the origin of human violence and the sacrificial system. We discover the God who would give His life to put an end to the system of victimization to liberate us to know the goodness of Abba further enabling us to enjoy a trust relationship of intimate love. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/3514472

A Burning Heart Generation (Michael Giordano) 11/03/2014

A Burning Heart Generation (Michael Giordano) /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/3158076

The Abiding One (Dr. George Bowker and Levi Ferguson) 11/03/2014

The Abiding One (Dr. George Bowker and Levi Ferguson) Come engage in a conversation that has the power to alter the way you see God forever. Dr. George Bowker and Levi Ferguson join us as we discuss the most essential yet often overlooked truth of God's nearness. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/3158054

Jesus in a Mosque - Story Time with Dave Cooper 07/14/2014

Jesus in a Mosque - Story Time with Dave Cooper In this podcast, a dear friend, Dave Cooper, and I recount one of the most powerful moments in our lives. I simply befriended a few muslim men standing outside a mosque, and what happened next none of us could fatham. I'm finding more and more that the most powerful moments in our lives seemingly happen on accident as we're aware of His love. It's absolutely astonishing to me what will take place when we get conscious of God's reconciliation work in Jesus. Please grab some tea and listen to this incredible testimony, /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2943771

Life, Love and How to Have Lots of Kids (Jamal Jivanjee) 07/09/2014

Life, Love and How to Have Lots of Kids (Jamal Jivanjee) Welcome to a conversation with a good friend Jamal Jivanjee. He is a passionate minister of the gospel from Nashville, Tennessee and a very dear friend of our community here in Redlands. He has been involved in church planting and leading ministry for many years. In this conversation we explore some very beautiful truths of the gospel and talk about how simple life is when one is possessed by love. Please grab some tea and drink with us. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2935993

A Conversation About Intimacy (with Tim Little) 06/16/2014

A Conversation About Intimacy (with Tim Little) Every human heart longs to be accepted, find belonging, and discover their identity. Join in this conversation between friends and we'll awaken together to the love of Jesus that has forever secured us in union with Abba God. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2894158

Living in God's Fullness 01/16/2014

Living in God's Fullness Seth and Jared talk about living and effortlessly experiencing the fullness of God in every moment, we have fully given up trying to get him to come. The secret of His closenss has been unveiled, and we are living in the promised age, knowing and enjoying the very esence of God inhabiting and forever indweeling human hearts. Enjoy this message of liberation. May it encourage you to forever give up trying to obtain His love, favor, or presence and create in you such a deep admiration for what's already been accomplished on our behalf. We love you! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2634607

Gospel Realities -Mike Giordano Shares at the Bless Fest (Session 1) 09/17/2013

Gospel Realities -Mike Giordano Shares at the Bless Fest (Session 1) /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2475651

A Perfect and Complete Work --Chris Lee Sharing at Bless Fest (Session 2) 09/17/2013

A Perfect and Complete Work --Chris Lee Sharing at Bless Fest (Session 2) Chris Lee shares at our Cosmic Glory Gospel Bless Fest. Amid the balloons, kazoos, bubbles, and conga lines we had some fun filled teaching from my dear friend and brother. Words can't express how much I've learned about the person of Jesus from Chris. Be blessed and breathe in the breath of God has you effortlessly enjoy this word. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2475454

Gospel Chat #3 By your nature, you reveal Him. 04/08/2013

Gospel Chat #3 By your nature, you reveal Him. Once we really grasp that our flesh has been crucified with its passions and its desires, we are free to understand and receive our new nature in its entirety. This frees us to simply live, and as we live we reveal the life source that compels our every step. Enjoy this Heavy Revy! /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2280086

Gospel Chat #2 04/08/2013

Gospel Chat #2 Jesus has completely freed us from our sinful nature, set us before Him as wholly holy and blameless. He has overcome sin and death by His perfect obedience and has attributed that perfect righteousness to redeemed sons and daughters. These truths are magical and more powerful than pixy dust. Enjoy:) /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2280032

Gospel Chat #1-The Love Pursuit of an Ancient King 04/04/2013

Gospel Chat #1-The Love Pursuit of an Ancient King Humanity was pursued faithfully by an Ancient King. Not that we loved Him, but He loved and treasured us to the point of death on a cross. He will forever treasure you and pursue you till your dying day. Rest in His love and embrace for you. /episode/index/show/jaredgustafsons/id/2274934

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