Barrel Proof Theology

In this episode we are diving into a niche bottle from a newer distillery in Tennessee, Leiper's Fork Bottled in Bond Whiskey. Then we are discussing the importance of having strong Christian community around us to help us grow closer to God. We talk about examples of saints who grew together as friends and family, ways community has helped us grow closer to God and strategies to build community w...

In this episode we are enjoying a bottle from Makers Mark Wood Finishing Series called the Keeper's Release. We also have challenging chat about the necessity of serving and loving our neighbor in order to grow closer to God. We also discuss some of the pitfalls we face when it comes to serving others, including obstacles towards service and excuses we can make for ourselves.  Again, sorry for the...

In this episode we are enjoying New Riff's Bottled in Bond Winter Whiskey, followed by a discussion on having a personal relationship with God and how that intimacy is crucial for growth in sanctification. Also, sorry for the background noise in this episode, we weren't able to remove it in the editing process.   To follow the show, please find us on Instagram @barrelprooftheology To give us your...

In this episode we are enjoying Woodford Reserve Masters Collection, followed by Part 2 of our discussion on the 7 Sacraments of the Catholic Church. We pick up right where we left off in the last episode and discuss the Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick) and the Sacraments for the Service of the Church (Matrimony and Holy Orders), focusing on how we can plug into the...

In this episode we are drinking Willet Straight Rye Whiskey, followed by Part 1 of our discussion on the 7 Sacraments of the Catholic Church. We focus on the Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist, and we discuss their importance to our walk with Jesus as avenues of grace, as well as how we can be more engaged with these sacraments in our lives.  Part 2 with the final 4...

In our first episode of Season 1, we review an excellent whiskey from Angel's Envy and discuss the importance of Scripture to help us grow closer to God. We also walk through several ways to encounter and pray with the Bible, and how they can help us deepen our relationship with God.  To follow the show, please find us on Instagram @barrelprooftheology To give us your feedback, questions or sugges...

Welcome to our pilot episode of Barrel Proof Theology!  In this episode, we introduce ourselves and this brand new podcast, talking about the structure of each episode and our hopes for the show. We also discuss how the distillation of whiskey works and how that compares with the sanctification process.  To follow the show, please find us on Instagram @barrelprooftheology To give us your feedback,...