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Do you love Jesus and love farming? Then this is the podcast for you! The host, Noah Sanders, is the author of Born-Again Dirt, Farming to the Glory of God. On this show he shares how we can connect faith and farming so that we can find purpose in glorifying God and serving others while excelling in land stewardship. As a market gardener and homesteader Noah shares stories from his own journey as well as interviews of other Christian Agrarians. Join us as we seek to Redeem the Dirt!
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Food and farming matters to God because they are part of his design and creation and impact the life and health of every person on earth. But Satan also cares, because the control of food and farming brings opportunities and power for his agenda of death, theft, and slavery. As we seek to be faithful to steward the land and serve others, it is impo…
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As we seek to follow God, even in stewarding the land, we must be motivated by faith in his wisdom and guidance. Many people are feeling called to build 'ark' homesteads as a protection against times of judgement and difficulty. Sometimes it can be discouraging and be easy to second guess what we are doing, but we must always return to acting in fa…
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In the United States most of us receive our daily necessities of food, water, energy, shelter and sanitation from the 'grid', a complex system of production and distribution. This grid is a historically unprecedented economic system that is characterized by specialization, centralization, complication, and communication. It is incredible in its abi…
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We live in an age where the family is viewed primarily as a unit of consumption. Families consume entertainment together, take vacations together, eat out together, and buy gifts for each other on birthdays and holidays. And these are great things to do together. But historically and biblically families were also productive and worked together to c…
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The new opportunities and potential of artificial intelligence are making waves in the digital world even as many of us are busy working in our gardens in the world of nature. We can ignore AI tools like ChatGPT, but they will impact our families and farms directly or indirectly whether we like it or not, the same way the internet and cell phones h…
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It can be exciting to think about using gardens to serve and teach people in our community. But it can also be daunting. The good news is that we aren't designed to do it alone! In this episode I do a panel interview with members of the leadership team of the Well-Watered Gardens of Johnson County . They have created a wonderful model of collaborat…
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In 2021 Scott and Beth Sherman were sent by their pastor to a Foundations for Farming training where they learned about the Well-Watered Garden Project. After returning to their church in Naples, Florida they started a church community garden where they have trained over 200 people to 'Garden God's Way'. As a result they have created a vibrant comm…
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Does agriculture have a place in ministering to and helping the poor and marginalized in developed nations? In this interview I speak with Nick and Anna Heasman, whose family has been using gardening to work with long-term unemployed people. They have a vision and calling to implement the principles of Foundations for Farming in the UK and we get t…
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Does the lifestyle that we lead really matter as a Christian? How can we be good stewards not only in agriculture, but in the choices we make as consumers? In this episode I talk with Sarah and Nelson Phero about their journey in starting Hospitality Spring Farm and how their lifestyle has enabled them to share Christ with their community and peopl…
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As many of us look to grow some of our own food in these times of threatening food shortages, energy often comes up on our radar as something else we depend on. In this episode of the Redeeming the Dirt Podcast Noah speaks with Jack Dody who has been living off-grid and helping others design off-grid systems around the world for decades. Jack share…
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Today there is a movement of Christians being called back to the land who are starting homesteads, but with a desire to shine for Jesus. In this episode I am joined by Josh Thomas from The Homestead Family to talk about homesteading, why God cares about it, the modern Christian homesteading movement, and tips for people getting started. Josh and hi…
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In a time when socialism is gaining more support the idea of private property, even in the church, can tend to be viewed as selfish and unnecessary. Does God care about private property? As Christian farmers how should we view ownership of the land? Shouldn't we just have everything in common? In this important episode Noah Sanders interviews Ben F…
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As we look around and see the unprecedented times we live in what should be our response as Christians? In this episode of the Redeeming the Dirt Podcast we take a look at the reality of the battles we face today both generally and in agriculture. We also wrestle with our responsibility as Christians to stand firm in these changing times as we seek…
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Plowing and tilling has become such a part of farming and gardening that many of us can't imagine how you would prepare a garden or grow crops any other way. But in this episode I share how caring for the soil God's way and mimicing his models in creation can have great benefit and result in greater profit. I want to thank the Mid-Ohio Growers Conf…
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How much land do you need to have a profitable farm operation? On this podcast episode I share some lessons we have learned that enabled our 1/4 acre market garden to be more profitable than when we cultivated more land. Whether you have access to a lot of land or just a little, I hope you will learn something from this session that will help you m…
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Often our biggest struggle as we seek to excel in agriculture isn't our lack of practical knowledge or skill, but finding the time to apply what we know. Juggling everything that needs to be done on the farm can be overwhelming and rob us of the joy we desire to experience. So how do we steward the time God has given us? Do we really have enough ti…
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Often our biggest struggle as we seek to excel in agriculture isn't our lack of practical knowledge or skill, but finding the time to apply what we know. Juggling everything that needs to be done on the farm can be overwhelming and rob us of the joy we desire to experience. So how do we steward the time God has given us? Do we really have enough ti…
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Often our biggest struggle as we seek to excel in agriculture isn't our lack of practical knowledge or skill, but finding the time to apply what we know. Juggling everything that needs to be done on the farm can be overwhelming and rob us of the joy we desire to experience. So how do we steward the time God has given us? Do we really have enough ti…
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We live in an era of communication unprecedented in recent history. Through our phones we can literally talk to people around the globe anytime we want for practically free! But as we wrap up our series on preparing for times of crisis, I want to share briefly about developing an alternative communication option that we can use for our families and…
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In the US and other developed countries it is very easy to assume access to grid electricity on our farms and homestead. But are we able to continue operating when it’s not available for short or long periods of time? Should we set up an off grid System to produce our own electricity? Or should we use electricity at all? My wife Dorothy and I discu…
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Water may seem like a boring podcast topic. But water is essential to life, and our farms cannot function without it. How resilient is our source of water? Do we have more than one source of water? How can we be a better steward of the water on our farms? As Christians we should be motivated by gratitude to utilize every possible drop of water on o…
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As followers of Jesus who are called to steward the land, how can we practically make disciples in our own community? We are often busy and don't know where to start. But in this episode I share about a simple resource called a 'Well-watered Garden' and how it can be a powerful modelling and teaching tool for everyday farmers and gardeners. In this…
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One of the most fundamental skills needed to be truly sustainable and resilient during tough times on our homesteads and farms is the ability to save seeds. Whoever controls the food controls the people, and whoever controls the seed supply controls the food supply. So our freedom is very closely tied to our ability to produce and save seeds within…
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Many people believe that food supplies, a good homestead, health, skills, or weapons are the key to surviving in times of trouble. But although these things can be useful and wise to obtain depending on your circumstances, they are a poor thing to trust in if you are motivated by fear or self-preservation. In this podcast I share about the key that…
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In the space of a few short months the lock downs and food supply disruptions due to Covid-19 have made a huge impact on the demand for locally produced food. It has also shown the fragility of our efficient, but un-resilient, industrial food supply. In this interview with Joel Salatin we talk about how the last few months have changed the local fo…
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Covid-19, civil unrest, political chaos . . . we definitely live in a time of crisis. But God is not surprised by any of this and we have an opportunity to join Jesus in his adventure of bringing hope and healing to the hurting. As Christian farmers and gardeners we have an important and urgent role to share the love of Jesus by serving and equippi…
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Some have called him the most famous and influential farmer of our day. Renowned worldwide for his innovation in regenerative land stewardship and animal husbandry, Joel Salatin is a household name among small farmers, foodies, and health conscious families. Many of us who are now tending the land owe our inspiration to the writing and speaking of …
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There is a growing number of people today who didn't grow up farming, but are interested in making a transition from their current career to agriculture. But there are a lot of challenges related to a transition like this, both in the heart and perspective as well as in the learning curve of skills and acquisition of resources. In this episode of t…
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It’s good to be back! We are already several months in to 2020, and this is a good time for many of us to listen to God and reflect and make plans for the future. In this episode I take the time to give an update on what has been going on with me and my family on our farm and some of the lessons we have been learning. "Gratefulness and faithfulness…
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As farmers who want to farm for God, our relationship with Him is essential. Learning to incorporate prayer (talking with God) throughout our life and work on the farm is something we need to make a habit. But what are some practical ways to do this? On this podcast episode I speak with my friend Luis about the impact of prayer on our agricultural …
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As we seek to tend the land and produce food we face a harsh reality of death, disease, decay, disorder, and suffering. How do we deal with the effects of sin and farm in light of the redemption Christ offers both in this life and the age to come? In this episode Noah wrestles with these questions and shares some of his perspectives. Support the Sh…
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As farmers we don't earn God's love through our farms, but in response to his love we do want to bring him pleasure through them. In this episode I share a few things we can learn about the purpose and design of our farms through looking at three characteristics of the first garden planted by God. Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/redeeming…
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One of the most influential group of people in my life have been those from Foundations for Farming, formerly known as Farming God's Way*, a farming ministry based out of Zimbabwe. I have been blessed to obtain permission to share with you some of the episodes from a radio series they did several years back that originally aired on Trans World Radi…
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The title says it all! Many of us desire to grow food and tend the land to the glory of God. But one of the most common struggles we face is not having enough time. In this week's podcast episode Noah addresses the topic of time-management as gardeners and farmers. We will look at it not just from a practical point of view, but also in light of our…
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Why is the home-front crucial to Redeeming the Dirt? In this episode, Noah wraps up the importance of home centered agriculture over growing industrialism. This is the final part of a four part series featuring the talks that Noah gave at the Reformation of Food and Family conference in 2012. Enjoy! Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/redeemi…
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Why is the home-front crucial to Redeeming the Dirt? In this episode, Noah speaks to the importance of home centered agriculture over growing industrialism. This is part three of a four part series featuring the talks that Noah gave at the Reformation of Food and Family conference in 2012. Enjoy! Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/redeemingt…
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Does God want Christians to grow food? In this episode Noah continues his talk about his journey into farming and his focus on growing good food for the Body of Christ. This is part two of a four part series featuring the talks that Noah gave at the Reformation of Food and Family conference in 2012. Enjoy! Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/…
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Does God want Christians to grow food? In this episode Noah talks about his journey into farming and his focus on growing good food for the Body of Christ. This is part one of a four part series featuring the talks that Noah gave at the Reformation of Food and Family conference in 2012. Enjoy! Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/redeemingthed…
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As we seek to redeem the dirt, it is good to honestly look at some of the brokenness we see in modern agriculture. In this episode I am joined by my friend Micah as we discuss the root of the problems we see and how we as Christians should respond. Click here to get your free chapter of my book, Born-Again Dirt. Support the Show: https://www.patreo…
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Permaculture is a increasingly popular topic among homesteaders, gardeners, farmers, and social reformers. It refers to a design science that uses natural patterns and principles to create well-thought out, productive, and efficient examples of land stewardship. Swales, herb spiral beds, compost, keylines, companion planting, no-till gardening, zon…
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One of the most influential group of people in my life have been those from Foundations for Farming, formerly known as Farming God's Way*, a farming ministry based out of Zimbabwe. I have been blessed to obtain permission to share with you some of the episodes from a radio series they did several years back that originally aired on Trans World Radi…
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This week I discuss a question I get asked frequently: “Can a small farm produce enough income to provide for a family?” Recorded while I was picking green beans, in this episode I share thoughts about God’s provision, evaluating the success of a farming business, lifestyle entrepreneurship, starting my farm business, and changes we’ve made over th…
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One of the most influential group of people in my life have been those from Farming God's Way, also known as Foundations for Farming, a farming ministry based out of Zimbabwe. I have been blessed to obtain permission to share with you some of the episodes from a radio series they did several years back that originally aired on Trans World Radio. I …
  continue reading
 
One of the most influential group of people in my life have been those from Farming God's Way, also known as Foundations for Farming, a farming ministry based out of Zimbabwe. I have been blessed to obtain permission to share with you some of the episodes from a radio series they did several years back that originally aired on Trans World Radio. I …
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The Bible isn't a typical "How to Farm" book, so if we believe in the truths of the Bible, how does this impact our view of agriculture? In this episode I do my first solo chat, talking about our farm and some of the projects we have going on before sharing some of my thoughts about the impact of the Bible on my farm. Support the Show: https://www.…
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As we try to faithfully steward the land how do we avoid burnout as Christian farmers? How do we depend on God's grace, rather than our own strength? In Episode 7 of the Redeeming the Dirt Podcast I share part 2 of my interview with Shae Bynes of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur. Even though she is not a farmer, she has a lot of insights from her work e…
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What does it look like to do business God's way? To make our relationship with God an integral part of our daily work on the farm? In Episode 6 of the Redeeming the Dirt Podcast I share part 1 of my interview with Shae Bynes of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur. Even though she is not a farmer, she has a lot of insights from her work encouraging Christia…
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In this episode I am honored to have as my guest Dr. Bing Henderson. He is a farmer, Christ-follower, and physician. Formerly serving as a medical missionary, Dr. Bing now manages Shepherds Bridge Farm where they raise sheep and hay. He is passionate about bringing his faith in Jesus to bear in both health stewardship and soil stewardship. In his o…
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