Battlefield Theologian

Scriptures Referenced (In Order of Appearance) 1 Timothy 2:11–14  — Apostolic prohibition on women exercising authority/teaching over men; creation-order and Fall-based reasoning 1 Timothy 3:1–7  — Elder qualifications; "husband of one wife" ( mias gunaikos andra  — masculine in the Greek) Titus 1:5–9  — Same elder qualifications; pattern for every church Genesis 1:27; 2:7, 18–24  — Crea...

In this episode, we explore one of the most quietly devastating patterns in the modern Christian life: self-imposed isolation. We walk through Proverbs 18:1–2 and examine what Solomon means when he says that the person who isolates himself "breaks out against all sound judgment." We'll look at the science, the Scripture, the history, and the hard truth about why pride — not other peo...

Proverbs 31 is one of the most quoted and most misunderstood passages on womanhood in all of Scripture. Too often, it is treated like a crushing checklist for exhausted women, a sentimental Mother’s Day tribute, or a weaponized standard no ordinary Christian woman could ever meet. But that is not what the text is doing. In this episode of  The Battlefield Theologian Podcast , Ethan Jago walks thro...

In this episode, I review the movie Project Hail Mary , a book-to-movie adaptation starring Ryan Gosling in this book-to-movie adaptation. I love movies and often have looked for a resource or guide that can tell me if it is a movie that is "safe" for me to take my family to go see. There are no spoilers, just a review of the movie, plot, soundtrack, and other items to look for that can...

On June 27, 2026, we will be hosting the AUXANO conference at 5 Bridges Church our AUXANO conference. The subject of our conference this year is the Church. Register Here: AUXANO Why do we need the church? What is the church? Do we need to go to the church? In this podcast, Ethan and James discuss relevant questions arising from many aspects of this subject. Why do we think of the church as just a...

In this episode of  The Battlefield Theologian , we tackle one of the most emotionally charged issues facing the church today: ICE deportations and immigration enforcement. Refusing the false choice between “compassion” and “biblical faithfulness,” this episode restores clear scriptural categories around government authority, law, mercy, justice, human dignity, and the church’s distinct calling. D...

Friendship evolves over time and is influenced by life experiences. True friendship is characterized by loyalty and honesty. Reconciliation in friendship requires vulnerability and honesty. Gossip has no place in Christian friendships and should be addressed directly. Friendship should be a two-way street, with equal effort from both parties. It's important to define what you look for in a fri...

In this episode, Ethan Jago sits down with Darrell Harrison for a time of questions and answers. Members from 5 Bridges Church submitted questions for Ethan and Darrell to address, and together they take the time to respond thoughtfully to each one. Our prayer is that this conversation serves as a helpful resource for all believers who may be wrestling with similar issues. Here are the questions d...

In this deeply personal and hope-filled episode, we shine a light on the often-overlooked calling of stay-at-home mothers. Through Scripture, real-life stories, and powerful statistics, Ethan Jago offers biblical encouragement to women who may feel unseen, undervalued, or stuck in the slow grind of everyday parenting. Whether you're folding laundry, homeschooling, chasing toddlers, or just try...

In this episode, we break down  James 1:22-25  using a simple formula to distinguish between merely hearing God’s Word and truly understanding and applying it. Just as seeing without remembering is pointless, so is hearing without action. We’ll explore how to move from passive listening to active obedience, ensuring that God’s truth transforms our lives. Tune in to deepen your study, sharpen your...

Have you ever heard of the country of Rhodesia? Rhodesia is now what we call Zimbabwe; however, there are critical elements we can learn from the history of Rhodesia as Americans. I have been studying the history of “The Bush War” for the past several months by reading memoirs of first-hand accounts and historical books outlining in vivid detail the unique background and setting of what truly tran...

In this episode of Battlefield Theologian, Ethan brings on a regular contributor to the Podcast former Navy Seal Garrett Unclebach to discuss the topic of how men should protect their families both physically and spiritually. They emphasize the importance of redefining biblical masculinity and not letting cultural distortions shape our understanding. They explore biblical passages that address sel...

In this episode of the Battlefield Theologian podcast, Ethan Jago discusses the importance of raising boys to become godly men. Ethan emphasizes the need for clear communication and setting clear expectations for children. Ethan also addresses the challenges parents face in the current cultural climate and the impact of technology on child development. He encourages parents to be intentional in th...

This episode was recorded live from the Barrington Men’s Fellowship group in Barrington, Illinois, where Ethan preached from 2 Timothy 2:1-4 in a sermon titled, “How To Be A Godly Man.” Ethan unpacks five items from this section in 2 Timothy for men desiring to live Godly lives. 1.     A Godly Man Recognizes the Source of His Strength 2.     A Godly Man is a Faithful Man 3.     A Godly Man Teaches...

In this episode, Ryan Frederick, co-founder of Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting , joins the Battlefield Theologian podcast to discuss how parents can continue to pursue each other while taking care of small children. They explore the biblical view of marriage, emphasizing the sacrificial love husbands should have for their wives. They also discuss the importance of open communication, humility...

Here is a breakdown of the recent He Gets Us Super Bowl commercial that was aired. The issues with this entire organization are many, and the deceitfulness is prevalent throughout all of this organizations goals and ambitions. In this episode Ethan breaks down the ideological issues within the commercial and the campaign. Then the narrative of Jesus washing the disciples feet in the upper room fro...

Many Christians struggle in the Christian life as it relates to their past sins prior to conversion following them into their Christian walk. Additionally, many Christians believe that when they repent they must continue to "act" or "live" a certain way that demonstrates they still feel guilty over their sin. This is when sin becomes the identity for so many individuals as they...

The question we will be answering in this podcast is, do we need parachurch organizations? If so, to what end? What is the purpose of these entities and when if at all should local churches use them? Additionally, we look at the conferences some of these organizations and ask the question are they beneficial or detrimental specifically, with some of the speakers they platform. Many of these orgini...

In this podcast Ethan answers several questions concerning what to look for in a church, what makes a church healthy, and what to look for in a pastor. This is a question many have asked, and it seems as though it is increasingly becoming difficult to find a church that prioritizes expositional preaching. The source for the majority of this podcast comes from the Expositor publication put out by S...

I created this for families to use to help teach their children the essential truths of Scripture. Listen to this as you drive, work around the house, or turn it on for your children at bedtime. A question I often receive is, "Why should we memorize or use the shorter catechism in discipleship?" First, the Shorter Catechism gives us categories with which to understand Christian doctrine....

I created this episode to be something you can revisit, listen to, and use during your drive or while doing activities. There is so much wisdom in this Proverb; the more you listen to it and meditate on it, the more you learn and grow.

Have you ever asked yourself why we do certain non-Scriptural practices at church? Such as different events and ministry priorities?   In a world where spirituality and ideology are often intertwined, we bravely ask how Cultural Marxism has crept into our religious organizations, influencing our views on morality and the truth. What effects do these subtle impacts have on how we pray, understand t...

In this podcast, Ethan Jago interviews Dale Partridge on his recently published podcast titled “Should Women Teach Theology?” If you haven’t listened to that podcast, I encourage you to listen to it first for further clarity concerning the items Ethan & Dale discuss.    In this podcast, Ethan and Dale define their different views on the role of women. Ethan a complementarian, and Dale biblical...

Unless you are living under a rock, there is a tremendous amount of controversy within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) concerning this issue. The SBC meets June 13-14, 2023, and one of the resolutions proposed by Tom Ascol you can read here. It is regarding the office of the pastor/elder and if women are able, according to Scripture fulfill this office. The question is not about ability, but...

What is a warrior mindset? Do you have one? How do you get one? What does the Bible outline for men regarding this? This is a critical question to ask because when men saturate themselves in the Word of God this will create and instill in them a mindset to that of a warrior which is desperately needed in our crooked generation and culture. Defining biblical manhood is not difficult, yet so many me...