Beards & Bible Podcast

What happens when following Jesus becomes comfortable? In the 4th century, thousands of Christians walked away from the cities and into the wilderness. They lift cultural Christianity behind not to escape God, but to find Him. What can the Desert Fathers and Mothers teach us about spiritual formation, simplicity, silence, and becoming like Jesus? And what if we don’t need to move to the desert…but...

If you haven’t noticed recently, AI is everywhere. And it seems like it can do pretty much everything that we can do as humans. AI can write. AI can think. AI can create. But should we let it? And what happens when we start outsourcing to a machine the things God intended for us to do ourselves? On our next episode, we’re talking about Christians and our use of AI. How can we use it wisely without...

 Should Christian women wear head coverings to church? In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul says women who pray with their heads uncovered dishonor their “head.” He talks about shaved heads, long hair, creation, headship, angels. And somehow expects the Corinthians to understand what he means. So…what are we supposed to do with 1 Corinthians 11 today? Was Paul simply giving a cultural opinion? Is every Chris...

Beards and Bible listeners, last time we thought we could cover Leviticus in one episode… we were wrong. On our last episode, we did a flyover of Leviticus and looked at the big picture, but we left two hot topics on the table: tattoos and tithing. So we’re going back into Leviticus and asking what these commands mean for us as Christians. Specifically: are tattoos a sin that the Bible clearly pro...

In the Old Testament book of Leviticus, God’s glory fills the tabernacle… but suddenly, no one can go in. The exodus brought Israel out of Egypt, but it didn’t take Egypt out of Israel. God wants to dwell with His people—raising the ultimate question: How can a holy God live alongside a broken humanity without consuming them? Why all the bloody sacrifices, skin parameters, and dietary codes? Is Le...

And we’re back!   After taking the last 2 months off, Beards and Bible listeners, we’re back with a brand new episode. We’re talking about all the stuff that’s happened in our world in the last 60 days- the US/Iran War, the World Cup, the economy, AI, midterm elections, and…   ...some of our favorite weird and bizarre news stories as we do our best to navigate the world we’re living in as follower...

Few books of the Bible have generated more questions, confusion, and debate than the book of Revelation. In this special teaching episode, we explore how to understand and interpret this fascinating book, uncover its original message, and discover why its central focus is not fear, speculation, or conspiracy—but Jesus.

On today's episode, Gabe discusses the importance of riddling our tongue and using our speech to bring life as opposed to death, blessing as opposed to cursing.   We talk through the consequences of slander and its effects on a community and the parallels between it and Biblical tzara'at.   For more information on Dothan Messianic Fellowship, visit www.dothanmessianicfellowship.com

In a culture that constantly bombards us with unrealistic ideals—perfect marriages, flawless friendships, effortless success, and picture-perfect lifestyles—many Christians find themselves exhausted by unattainable expectations.  Misplaced expectations can steal our joy, but biblical contentment and gratitude can restore it. Join Josh as he gives a talk from his upcoming book, Elusive Expectations...

Join Gabe and the rest of DMF as we look at the Hebrews 12 race and examine how traumatic life experiences can effect us and our interactions with those around us.   For more information on Dothan Messianic Fellowship, visit www.dothanmessianicfellowship.com 

Ecclesiastes 1, written by "the Preacher" (traditionally Solomon) argues that human existence is a monotonous, repetitive cycle, where nothing is truly new, and all earthly pursuits and wisdom ultimately fail to bring lasting satisfaction.  Ultimately, Ecclesiastes 1 suggests that life without a proper focus on God is frustrating and futile.  Where are we looking to find meaning and fulfillment in...

Beards and Bible listeners,  Real quick before we jump into today’s episode: we just wanted to give you a little heads-up on what the next couple months are going to look like for us. May and June are honestly just stacked. Between travel, ministry responsibilities, and everything happening in our local churches, Gabe and I are going to be pulled in a lot of different directions. So instead of try...

In Genesis 9 we read that flood resets the world—but it doesn’t reset the human heart. Genesis 9 opens with blessing, mandate, and covenant… but it doesn’t take long before something feels off. Why does creation now fear humanity? Why does God permit meat, but forbid blood? Why introduce justice systems right out of the gate? And why, after wiping the slate clean, do we find Noah—Noah, the preache...

What really happened during Noah’s flood? If you read Genesis 6-9 carefully, it’s clearly NOT a kids’ story filled with cute cartoon animals on a floating playground. In Genesis 6, we’re told the human heart had become so bent, so violent, that God was grieved to His core. The flood isn’t just about water, arks, and animals. It’s about God’s judgment, mercy, and the unsettling truth about what the...

What if the "ancient world" wasn't a primitive era of cavemen, but a sophisticated, global civilization that rivaled—or maybe even exceeded—our own? In today’s episode, we dive into the 1,656-year gap between Adam and the Great Flood—a span of time equal to the distance between the Fall of Rome and the invention of the internet. We’re asking the heavy questions the text leaves behind: Such as the...

The pro-life movement changed dramatically after the fall of Roe v. Wade. But new debates are emerging inside the movement itself. In this week’s episode, we sit down with pro-life speaker and writer Andrew Wood to talk about the current state of the pro-life cause, the rise of the abortion abolitionist movement, and why he believes wisdom—not just urgency—must guide how Christians seek to end abo...

Last night, February 24, 2026, U.S. President Donald J. Trump, addressed the nation. This morning, we’re breaking it down — the substance, the spin, and what it could mean for the year ahead. This is our State of the Union reaction.

Christianity in America is on the decline. Or is it? Even as fewer American adults claim to practice the Christian faith, Bible sales are up by 41% in the last 3 years, and downloads of spiritual apps are up by 79%. So is Christianity in America growing? Or shrinking? One thing’s for sure— the landscape of the church in America certainly is changing. So on today’s episode, we’re talking about the...

It’s not secret to anyone paying attention: America is more divided politically and ideologically than we’ve been in a very long time. And conversations about important cultural moments often quickly devolve into name-calling, shouting, and shaming those who don’t see things the way that we do. Regardless of what side you’re on of whatever issue is in the forefront of the news cycle, there’s talki...

You asked, we listened. And now dear listener, here is an episode devoted entirely to your listener questions. On today’s episode, we field questions about self-defense, miraculous healing, why the younger generation is gravitating towards more liturgical traditions, and what Jesus meant by the phrase, “lead not into temptation” in the Lord’s prayer. So sit back, grab your popcorn or bonbons, and...

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On today's episode, Gabe is joined by special guest Nick Sayers as they step into the ring to discuss the King James Version Only movement.   

Textual criticism is basically the process of comparing all the oldest and best ancient copies of the Bible we’ve discovered, so we can get as close as possible to the original words the biblical authors wrote. Properly understood- it’s not scary, it’s not anti-faith, and it doesn’t deny the inspiration of Scripture — it’s simply good scholarship. And modern Bible translations use this approach to...

Are dreams and visions a genuine way the Holy Spirit still speaks today—or are we in danger of fooling ourselves when we put too much weight on them? What do you do with a dream that feels significant? How do you discern between God’s prompting, your own subconscious, and something that could actually mislead you? And why do some Christians seem to hear from God in the night while others never do?...

We’ve all heard it — “Judge not, lest you be judged.” But what did Jesus really mean by that? Is it ever right to confront another believer about sin or unhealthy behavior? And if so, how do we do that without becoming hypocritical, self-righteous, or unloving? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the hardest parts of Christian community — holding one another accountable in a way that actuall...