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Become a Jude3 member today https://jude3project.org/membership?from=founder_hero Help us reach more students on HBCU campuses by giving to Jude 3 Project at https://jude3project.org/?give=5WEY6LD2   What happens when students bring their toughest questions about Christianity to the table? At North Carolina Central University, no topic was off limits. From the Bible and slavery to LGBTQ+ issues, m...

Become a Jude3 Founding member today https://jude3project.org/membership?from=founder_hero Help us reach more students on HBCU campuses by giving to Jude 3 Project at https://jude3project.org/?give=5WEY6LD2 How do we hold on to our faith when the political climate leaves us exhausted, overwhelmed, and questioning whether things will ever get better? In this Courageous Conversations Pop Up in Ralei...

What happens when college students are encouraged to ask the questions they’re often told not to ask? 👀 As part of the Jude 3 Project’s ASK Initiative, students at FAMU engaged in a real, unfiltered conversation about whether Christianity can stand up to scrutiny. As part of the Jude 3 Project’s ASK Initiative, this panel discussion at FAMU tackled some of the biggest questions facing a generatio...

What happens when we create space to ASK the hard questions about Christianity, especially through the lens of Black history, culture, politics, and lived experience? As part of the Jude 3 Project’s ASK Initiative, this powerful conversation at Morehouse College brings together voices willing to engage some of the most challenging questions surrounding Christianity, Black identity, history, cultur...

"The next generation doesn't care about God." That's a narrative we hear all the time. But what if it's not true? In this episode of the Jude 3 Project Podcast, Lisa Fields sits down with Ethan, a 14-year-old apologist and Jude 3 Project intern whose passion for Jesus is challenging the assumptions many people have about Gen Z. From wrestling with depression and suicidal thoughts to boldly sharing...

In this special episode, Lisa Fields sits down with preacher, author, and podcaster Brenda Palmer for a deeply honest conversation about church hurt, betrayal, healing, and learning to trust God when the people you trusted let you down. Together they explore: Navigating moral failure within church leadership Why accountability matters The difficult journey of forgiveness Why social media isn't the...

When we hear about pastors falling, we often focus on the scandal. But what if the warning signs were there long before the headlines? In this eye-opening conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with author and CEO of Whole Brother Mission, Dr. Maliek Blade to unpack the complex relationship between personality disorders, emotional health, spiritual authority, and church leadership. Together, they exp...

What happens when the people who helped shape your faith become the very people who wound it? In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Rev. Dr. Brianna K. Parker to discuss the reality of church hurt, leadership failures, betrayal, and the difficult question many believers are asking: Is it still worth staying? Rather than offering easy answers, they explore what...

Church scandals don't just make headlines—they shape how entire generations view faith, leadership, and the Church itself. Why do older and younger Christians often respond so differently when pastors fall? What does true accountability actually look like? And can the Church pursue both justice and restoration without sacrificing either? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Cynthia Jame...

Lisa Fields and Dr. Vincent Bacote wrestle with one of Christianity's most uncomfortable questions: what do you do when one of your heroes is racist? Using Abraham Kuyper as a case study, Dr. Bacote shares how discovering the theologian's racist writings forced him to wrestle with whether profound theological insights can be separated from serious moral failures. Together, they examine: Why we put...

In this honest conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Esau McCaulley to discuss the difficult reality of fallen leaders, public scandals, and the impact they have on those who looked up to them. Drawing from Lisa's book When Heroes Fall, they explore what Scripture teaches about accountability, grace, trauma, healing, and the danger of confusing gifting with character. Together, they wrestle...

When a leader falls, why does it affect us so deeply? Lisa Fields sits down with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Stacie Otey Scott to unpack the emotional, spiritual, and psychological impact of hero failure. Together, they explore how unresolved trauma, misplaced expectations, and unhealed wounds can shape the way we respond when people we admire disappoint us. From forgiveness and accountabil...

What do young people really think about Christianity? At Jackson State University, Jude 3 Project's ASK Initiative brought students and scholars together for an honest conversation about faith, doubt, suffering, sexuality, science, church hurt, and the reliability of the Bible. No question was off limits. Featuring Lisa Fields, Dr. Quonekuia Day, and Damon Richardson, this discussion creates space...

What does it mean to be Black and evangelical? Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Vincent Bacote to explore the history, tensions, and contributions of Black evangelicals in America. From the legacy of leaders like John Perkins and Tom Skinner to the ongoing challenges of faith, belonging, and justice, this conversation uncovers a story that is often overlooked but deeply important. They discuss: • Th...

In this episode, host Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Esau McCaulley to unpack the tension people feel around Paul’s writings on slavery, gender, sexuality, and biblical authority — while confronting the ways Scripture has been misused throughout history. Is Jesus the loving Savior while Paul is the strict legalist? Dr. McCaulley breaks down the distinct cultural contexts of Jesus's and Paul's mini...

In this powerful conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. JP Foster to unpack the pain, distortion, and truth surrounding faith in the Black community. From the slave Bible to Christian nationalism to deconstruction to liberation, this episode explores how the gospel was misused—and how Jesus still brings freedom, dignity, and hope. Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you...

What does the Bible really say about women in leadership?  In this episode, Lisa Fields and Preston Sprinkle go beyond the usual talking points and actually wrestle with the text — context, language, and all. From Old Testament prophets and the cultural backdrop of the early church to New Testament witnesses and the meaning behind key Greek words, this conversation breaks down why some verses aren...

Teens are spending hours on their phones… but what if that time actually led them to Scripture? On this episode, Pastor Stan Williams shares how his app Biblez is turning screen time into discipleship - helping students read more, stay consistent, and even want to engage with the Bible. Watch now and discover how the next generation can be drawn back to the Word. Subscribe for more conversations t...

Is God male? Did we misunderstand the story of Jesus’ birth? And how does this shape how we view women, humanity, and the image of God? In this eye-opening conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Amy Peeler to unpack one of the most debated — and often misunderstood — topics in Christianity: the gender of God and the virgin birth. This episode tackles the questions many are afraid to ask: Is God...

Many believers say alcohol is fine as long as you’re not getting drunk. But what happens when it slowly becomes your way of coping with stress, anxiety, or pain? In this episode, Ericka Andersen shares how she struggled with alcohol for nearly 20 years while still active in church—and the moment she realized something had to change. They further unpack: • The hidden drinking struggles many Christi...

Are angels still at work today—or have we misunderstood the unseen realm? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Dan Morrison to unpack what the Bible actually says about angels, demons, spiritual warfare, and the unseen realm in the New Testament. From Paul’s angelic encounters to modern conversations about deliverance, renouncing, and spiritual experiences, this discussion brings balanc...

In a world dominated by social media scrolls and "therapy talk," how do we find authentic spiritual formation? In this episode of the Jude 3 Project Podcast, host Lisa Fields sits down with author and speaker Elizabeth Woodson to discuss her latest book, Habits of Resistance. Together, they dive deep into the "false narratives" that steal our peace - from the trap of radical individualism to the e...

In this lecture from Jude 3 Project's 2022 Pastors & Leaders Conference, Alycia Wood walks through nine of the most common reasons people walk away from Christianity — from science, “blind faith” and moral issues to the problem of evil, church hurt, and the perception that religion is irrational or outdated. This isn’t about attacking atheists. It’s about understanding the questions behind the...

We’ve been taught that exhaustion means we’re doing it right. That carrying everything alone is strength. That rest can wait. But what if rest isn’t weakness — it’s trust? In this episode, Lisa Fields and Yvette Henry unpack why burnout isn’t a badge of honor, how hustle culture quietly shapes our faith, and why rest is actually an act of obedience. Drawing from John 15 and Yvette's new book "Rele...

Is the Bible actually the problem… or are we? In this session from Jude 3 Project's 2022 Pastors and Leaders Conference, Dr. Charlie Dates dismantles common critiques around racism, patriarchy, authority, and Scripture—and calls us back to a cleaner, more faithful reading of the Bible. No dodging. No fluff. Just truth. Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why yo...