Beards & Bible Podcast

Feb 19 2025 100 ep. 68 mins 20
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A podcast about life, theology, friendships, current events, and the journey of authentic discipleship with two pastors who also happen to be lifelong friends, former college roommates, bandmates, and groomsmen in each other‘s weddings.

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Melchizedek: The King, The Priest, The Mystery

Feb 19 2025 62 mins  
In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most mysterious figures in the Bible: Melchizedek. Mentioned only briefly in Genesis 14, Psalm 110, and Hebrews 7, Melchizedek is described as both a king and a priest, with no recorded genealogy. Who was he, and why does the book of Hebrews compare him to Jesus? We'll explore key biblical passages that reference Melchizedek

The Faith of Gen Z, Evangelism’s decline, and other Disruptive Church Trends of 2025

Feb 05 2025 67 mins  
The world is changing, and so is the church. What challenges are we facing in 2025? What opportunities lie ahead? From the shifting faith landscape of Gen Z to the decline of evangelism, church closures, and the mental health crisis among pastors, we’re diving into the biggest disruptive trends shaping the future of the church. How should we respond? What does it mean to stay f

Forgiveness, Boundaries, and Loving our Enemies.

Jan 22 2025 64 mins  
A topic that’s at the heart of the Christian life but is often misunderstood is the idea of forgiveness. Jesus teaches us to forgive seventy times seven and to love our enemies, but does that mean we have to put up with abuse, mistreatment, or harm? Is forgiveness the same as enabling someone to continually hurt us? And what does it look like to set healthy, Christ-honoring bou

From the Mailbag, Vol. 5 (Does the ending of Mark’s gospel belong in the Bible?, the bitter drink of Numbers 5, tips for daily devotions, the apocrypha, etc.)

Jan 08 2025 65 mins  
Happy new year Beards and Bible listeners! We are so excited to open up our inbox and do our best to answer some super interesting questions that were all sent in by you as the listener. We've got questions about Numbers 5 and “the bitter drink” (the jealousy offering), the apocrypha, tips to establish a daily devotional routine, and whether Mark 16:9-20 belongs in the Bible.

The Problem of Evil and the Theodicy Apologetic

Dec 10 2024 70 mins  
“How can an all-powerful, all-good God exist in a world filled with suffering?" It's one of the toughest questions Christians face. In this episode, we dive into the problem of evil and the powerful apologetic responses of something called, theodicy. Let’s get equipped to address our doubts, engage in meaningful conversations, and deepen your own faith as we tackle one of phi

Generation Rising: Bridging the Gap to Reach the Next Generation within the Church

Nov 20 2024 64 mins  
Right now, there are roughly five generations alive today have been labeled here in the U.S.- the Silent Generation (those born around 1945 or before, 78-96 years old), the Baby Boomers (1946-1964, 59-77 years old), Generation X (1965-1976, 44-59 years old) Millennials (1977-1995, between 28-43 years old), and Gen Z- 1996-2015 (between 9-27 years old). It’s no secret that often t

Post-Election Day Hangover and America’s Road Ahead

Nov 06 2024 52 mins  
Well, Beards and Bible listeners, we made it. Well, kind of. The ballots are counted (or are being counted), but questions still linger. Will the results be accepted? And as the dust settles, how do we, as a nation, move forward together despite the deep divides that remain? Join us as we unpack the uncertainty, the challenges, and the hope for unity after Election Day, 2024.

The Protestant Reformation and Its Impact on the Church Today

Oct 24 2024 62 mins  
The Protestant Reformation was a major religious movement that began in the early 16th century, fundamentally altering the landscape of Christianity in Europe and laying the groundwork for the modern church and Western civilization. The reformation was essentially a movement against perceived corruptions and excesses in the Roman Catholic Church. It sought to reform church practice

Six Reasons to Believe in Biblical Inerrancy, and what Christianity becomes when we Deny the Bible’s Authority

Oct 09 2024 66 mins  
“What is truth?” This is the question Pontius Pilate famously asked Jesus in the gospel of John. In our day and age, truth is defined as relative and open to subjective opinions, perspectives, and interpretations that vary based on someone’s experiences, contexts, or social class. It’s no wonder that in a context like ours, many Christians have begun to question if the Bi

Dangerous Political Rhetoric and Being Peacemakers in the age of Division and Polarization

Sep 25 2024 61 mins  
Proverbs 18:21 tells us, “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Words carry the power to divide, distort, and destroy, and in our divided and polarized society, the stakes have never been higher. Political rhetoric today inflames tensions, breaks down relationships, and spreads anger and fear. But as followers of Christ, we are c