Beards & Bible Podcast

Dec 10 2024 100 ep. 68 mins 19
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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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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

That's Debatable- Fact-Checking Last Night's Debate and Discerning the Truth

Sep 11 2024 70 mins  
In today’s world, it seems like politicians have mastered the art of distorting the truth. They often use clever language and manipulative tactics to present themselves in the best possible light, while casting their opponents as completely unworthy of trust. The media, often driven by its own agenda, only adds to the confusion, making it difficult to know who’s really telling

Effective and Ineffective Evangelism in the Modern Age: How Can we Boldly and Tactfully Share the Gospel?

Aug 28 2024 63 mins  
Scripture calls us as believers to go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. We’re supposed to be ready at any time to give an answer to everyone who asks us about the reason we have hope, and we’re supposed to do it with gentleness and respect. We’re told that we’re Christ’s ambassadors, imploring people to be reconciled with God. But if we’re bein

Predestination & Election, Prayer Labyrinths, and 400 Years of Prophetic Silence

Aug 14 2024 62 mins  
On today's episode, we answer listener/viewer questions related to predestination and election, prayer labyrinths and their role within the church, and the 400 years of prophetic silence between the book of Malachi and Matthew's gospel. If you have any other questions, send us an email at [email protected]!

Trump's Assassination Attempt, The Olympics, and Living as Exiles in a World Gone Mad

Jul 31 2024 67 mins  
It's been an interesting July, to say the least. On July 13, former president Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt while addressing a crowd at a campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. The aftermath of this event is still being talked about, as ripples have been felt throughout the political landscape here in the U.S. Then on July 26, the opening ceremony of the