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We are back with another SG Drive In! Hosts Joe Dea and Joshua Noel discuss the 1992 film, "Batman Returns", in honor of Joshua's birth year! What was the highest grossing movie 1992? Was Batman Returns a flop? Who is "James Gordon", "Alfred Pennyworth", and "Selina Kyle"? Did they use real penguins in Batman Returns? Why does the Penguin have black saliva? How did they do the cat scene in Batman...

We brought in some special guests for a D&D appreciation episode! Host TJ, Tiberius Juan, Blackwell is joined by guests Father Jonathan Resmini and Christian Ashley to discuss their favorite characters and campaigns, as well as how they were introduced to this wonderful game that can be whatever you make it, really. We discuss the themes of honor, sacrifice, and teamwork that this game teaches...

Our Round Table has assembled once more! This time, host Joshua Noel asks Professor Chris Moreland and Christian Ashley when they believe it would be better for Christians to sit with people's hurt rather than argue with them. When should Christian leaders just listen? Can a Church be toxic? How do we get past the hurt caused by pastors in our churches? As the Supreme Court of the United States ru...

We are back with our Throwback Disney Reviews! Today Joe Dea and TJ, Tiberius Juan, Blackwell review one of their favorites, "Treasure Planet"! We ask the obvious questions like, "Is 'Treasure Planet' the perfect movie, or is it too good?" How are Jim's behaviors redeemed? Is this the best Disney Movie soundtrack? Would you wear a Treasure Planet Loungefly? Why did Disney tank their own film? Let...

In today's episode, I share the sermon I had to preach for Communication in Ministry.  Romans 8:31-39 is all about how there are no limits to God's love for us.  In this passage we see that there are three reasons why, and I invite you to find out by listening!  Feel free to drop a line at the show's email to let me know if you have any feedback on the sermon, or if your church is i...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! Hosts Joe Dea and Will Rose review a film from Joe's birth year, "Batman (1989)"! This film took some risks that really played off with Jack Nicholson as the Joker and Michael Keaton as the Batman! With Michael Keaton's Batman returning in the upcoming Flash film, this was truly a fun film to go back to! The highest grossing film of 1989 with arguably the best depi...

We are finally reviewing the Disney+ series, "Ms. Marvel"! Hosts Joshua Noel and Will Rose discuss their thoughts on the series and where they want to see Kamala Khan go next! What do we think about characters like Aisha, episodes 1, 4, and 6, or having a Muslim Super Hero? How do we rate the show overall? What is Kamala Khan's super power? How did Kamala Khan's family contribute to the story? Was...

Back to our " Dividing Scriptures " series with the Book of Job and how the word "ha satan" has been translated throughout history! We discuss the opinions of Church fathers and theologians from "The Testament of Job" to Thomas Aquinas to John Calvin and even C.S. Lewis! Where did Job live in the book of Job? Who was speaking to Job in Job 33? What was the context of Job 33:22? Was "ha satan" the...

Attention all gamers! We are discussing one of the most fun fighter games to date: Mortal Kombat! Hosts Joe Dea and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell discuss their favorite fighter games! We talk everything from Mortal Kombat to Mortal Kombat 2 to Mortal Kombat Legends Battle of the Realms! How do the new games compare to the older? Who is your favorite character? Is it Liu Kang, Reptile, or Norville '...

A minister spends several hours a week studying and outlining their sermon, but only a few hours every year working on how they communicate.  In this episode I discuss how that is not okay; that ministers need to spend just as much time working on how they communicate.  The Holy Spirit does the work, but that does not excuse us to be dry and boring in the pulpit.  Let the text commu...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! This week hosts Will Rose, TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell, and Joshua Noel discuss a summer blockbuster from 1999, TJ's birth year, " Star Wars : The Phantom Menace"! Why was it called "Phantom Menace"? What is the first Star Wars prequel ad which is the best? Was "Phantom Menace" a flop? Is Darth Maul the coolest? Why should you play "Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Sa...

We just couldn't get enough, so we're back talking about the man himself, Harrison Ford! Your hosts Joshua Noel, Brandon Knight, and Joe Dea discuss what makes a Harrison Ford film great! What is Harrison Ford doing in 2022? What was Harrison Ford's most famous movie? What is Harrison Ford most known for? Have you ever seen one of his Rom-Coms? Is Harrison Ford a family guy or a womanizer? Why do...

We are finally doing our solo episode with your favorite traveling preacher! Hosts Joshua Noel and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell interview Brandon Knight about his podcast, My Seminary Life , and about being a traveling preacher in Churches he doesn't always agree with. We ask him how he prepares to preach at various Churches, especially those he has some theological differences with! What does it...

Today we finally review the newest film in the Thor series! Hosts Joshua Noel and Joe Dea discuss the MCU's worst movies and where this film ranks among them! Thanks to Ryan Does and his podcast, "Across the Bifrost" , we do our best to review the film based off what's in it and not what's missing, to find it is not as bad as we thought but it still left our hosts wanting. We want more of "the pro...

So, how do you do this preaching thing? In this episode I walk through two standard outlines that preachers follow when writing their sermons.  I also go over the basics of studying to prep for a sermon, and offer thoughts on how we can better view our pastor when they are preaching so we can stay more in tune with the message.   Website https://myseminarylife983333216.wordpress.com/?pre...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! We are back to talking about Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan! This is the third instalment of the original movies based on Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan book series! How did the two movies with Harrison Ford compare to one another? What makes Harrison Ford films so loveable? We talk all things Harrison Ford and Jack Ryan in this one! Let us know your favorite Jack Ryan movie o...

Hosts Joe Dea and Joshua Noel give you the Doctor Who Companions ranked - top 5! The Doctor gets all of the attention, whether it's the first Doctor or the Twelfth Doctor, Tom Baker or Jodie Whittaker! Today, we focus instead on the companions! From Catherine Tate as Donna Noble, to Billy Piper as Rose Tyler, to Arthur Darvill and Karen Gillan as Rory Williams and Amy Pond! Who is the most popular...

We have Old Testament scholar from Yale university, Tremper Longman III, join us once again! This time we discuss the book of Revelation and how an understanding of the Old Testament can illuminate the true meaning of Revelation. Discussing Dr Longman's newest book, "Revelation Through Old Testament Eyes". What are the 7 stages or churches of Revelation? Is Revelation wisdom, prophetic, or apocaly...

We are FINALLY talking about Star Trek! Hosts Joshua Noel and Joe Dea are discussing the original Star Trek series and Next Generation! Is Star Trek bigger than Star Wars? What is the order of Star Trek series? Who is Captain Kirk and Captain Picard? How does Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Samuel Kirk compare? What is the Kingdom of God and what can we learn about it from Star Trek? Can Star Tr...

In this episode, I begin my new class Communication in Ministry by discussing why preaching matters.  I also highlight what exegetical preaching is as oppose to topical or devotional, and I share a fascinating story about a time I was teaching at my church's youth group.  Go to the website https://myseminarylife983333216.wordpress.com/?preview_id=3&preview_nonce=2d22b29479 Check out...

Is love of one's country truly a terrible thing? Hosts Brandon Knight and Joshua Noel discus the film, "Patriot Games", for this entry in our summer Drive-In series! Where does this rank with other Harrison Ford films or Jack Ryan movies? When is patriotism good or bad? Is revenge any better when it protects your family? How does the events of 2020, January 6, and the findings of the January 6th c...

On to the fifth installment of our Narnia book reviews! Hosts Joshua Noel, Joe Dea, and Will Rose discuss "The Voyage of the Dawntreader". What are our favorite chapters, islands, and themes? How does C.S. Lewis speak about self-image? What is body dysmorphia? Can Christians have body dysmorphic disorder? How does God view us? Who is Eustace Scrubb? Is Aslan Jesus? How does God show HIs love and a...

On today's OneMoreThing, Dr. Ashely Mofield of Mixtape Theology drops in to discuss how music influences our theology, what role 90s CCM influenced him as a young man going into seminary, and where current and classic CCM and even some hymns come up short in teaching good theology.   You can check out the Mixtape Theology podcast and blog at https://www.mixtapetheology.com/ You can check out...

What is a Spiritual Hiccup? Our hosts, Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell, interview Pastor J.R. Martin about his new book, "Spiritual Hiccups: 8 Days of Doubt that Didn't Have to Be". What is religious doubt? Is it normal for Christians to have doubt? Where is the scripture about doubting Thomas? What is the role of doubt in spirituality? What is faith, really? We discuss all this and more! Let us know...

Are you ready for some love and thunder!?? Our hosts Joe Dea and Brandon Knight give their takes on the Thor series in the MCU and discuss the upcoming film, "Thor: Love and Thunder". When does the new movie come out? Who is Christian Bale / Gorr? Who is Thor's love interest in this film? Is Natalie Portman a good actor? Are you going to get the Thor popcorn bucket at AMC? Let us know on our websi...