Christian Combatives

Christian rapper and Lutheran Theologian FLAME recently came out with a book that is one part autobiography, 5 parts theology. In this episode I break down what I thought about the book after hearing the audio-book reading of it. Spoiler alert, it was good, much better than I expected and definitely worth checking out. So, let's get into it!

In this episode we discuss, with spoilers, the recent movie "Sound of Freedom" as well as much of the controversy surrounding in it. The topic of this move is pretty disturbing, so the topics discussed might not be appropriate for all ages. Let's get into it!

This episode is just a sermon by Martin Luther that I found particularly useful in study. You may find the text I used here: https://sermons.martinluther.us/Luther_How_Christians_Moses.pdf This translation is in the public domain. Please let me know if there additional Luther sermons in the public domain you'd like to have in audio format. I much prefer to listen to someone reading the sermons tha...

The regulative, normative and inventive principles in worship,If the Bible doesn't prescribe something in the service, is it sinful to include it? Was there any singing in the synagogues, and if not, is it sinful to add music to our divine service? We also talk about the Normative and Instructive principles a little bit. This is my introduction to these distinctions, so there is certainly more nua...

We talk about Acts 5 as well as comparing death from the Lord's Supper to Uzzah being struck dead when he touched the ark, Let's get into it!

Main theme : "How can we be as close to God's command as possible?" NOT "What can we get away with?" - Wine vs grape juice - Bread vs gluten free bread - Is it a table or is it an altar? - Altar against the wall or free-standing table? - What is it? Body and blood or symbol - Open vs closed communion? Why prevent anyone from receiving the gift? - Paedocommunion - Adoration of elements - Reserving...

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Why Easter Matters Why you shoul...

The Artist Stigma and I break down the (somewhat) recent film "The Whale". How does this movie portray Christianity? What moral aspects are dealt with? Is sin glorified? Are any of the characters redeemed? Let's get into it!

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Which is harder; healing or forg...

As a result of a new law in Florida which prohibits exposing minors to "adult live performances", a Furry convention in Florida chose to prohibit all minors from attending at all. I'm joined by one of the founders of The Christian Furry Fellowship, my friend, Thomcat, to discuss why this is a good idea. As a fellow father, he and I also discuss the role of parents in protecting and preparing child...

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: The Virgin Birth was impossible...

What does the feminist movement deny about who women are, and what they are capable of? What does it mean to be masculine, according to Scripture? What about violence, or the capacity for violence? Restraint, self-control, and displays of emotion? All this and more in the third and final part of the conversation with the artist Stigma, and the papist Sola Ecclesia! Let's get into it!

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Subversion of Expectations Super...

First we discuss the content WITHIN the content of movies, then we move on to talk about the role of government in education, religion, and marriage. How should Christians honor the government (Romans 13) and how are we a set-apart institution without falling into Gnostic Gnonsense? All this and more in part 2 of this 3 part conversation with the artist Stigma, and the papist Sola Ecclesia! Let's...

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Like Simeon, you can hold the fl...

Is anime a sin? Are there inherently sinful art styles or genres of music, or is it the culture surrounding the styles that tend towards sin? Are there styles to avoid for religious art? In this episode I'm joined by the artist Stigma, and the papist Sola Ecclesia, and we start a conversation that ends up stretching FAR longer than expected. Stay tuned for parts 2 and 3! Let's get into it!

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: I'm a good person I don't need G...

In this episode we address a bunch of questions posted in the "ask Christians" forum on the Christcord server. Let's get into it!

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: How to spot a false prophet How...

In this episode a few of The Boys (tm) from Christcord are challenged with some of the best arguments atheism has to offer against Christianity. Will they lose their faith? Hit play and find out! Let's get into it! This episode features members from Discord.gg/Christcord : Alabast, Doggerator, and "Proud Parasite- Sola Ecclesia"

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Do you understand the Reformatio...

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Christ is the Final Prophet Chri...

In this episode we take a look at a couple of articles written on Gottesdienst by Rev Larry Beane about accusations of widespread racism/nazism/fascism, or at least the expectation of impending infection of these ideologies within the LCMS, and how equally sinful ideologies and behaviors seem to be overlooked. How they are "not seen", though just as bad, and much more prevalent. Then DeltaHelix of...

Each Megasode is a compilation of audio taken from the Youtube/Rumble episodes. The goal is to get all of the content available only previously in video format on to the podcast as audio. These episodes will release every Monday until the podcast is caught up, in addition to regular podcast episodes which will have brand new content. Youtube videos in this episode: Atheist Meme Grab bag 1 Atheist...

This episode is compiled of the three sermons of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Morning. Let's get into it!