Everyday Theology

We hear about sin. The damage and separation from God it causes. We sometimes even use it in a way that can be twisted to the positive, such as "that cake was sinful." But what exactly is sin? Why is it so damaging, and should be taking it more seriously than maybe we are? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob takes us back to the basics to share with us what sin is and why we should care ab...

What is self-care? Is it literally just the practice of "caring for ourselves?" Or is it something deeper? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob talks about what self-care is [and isn't] and how we can make sure a simple practice doesn't morph into a form of spirituality or worship of something other than God. Take a moment and check it out! Resources: Rhythms of Renewal | https://bit.ly/3Vr...

You've probably heard someone somewhere say something like, "I really hope the universe will bring me good things." Or maybe it was "the universe is working in my favor." Whatever the exact phrasing is, it seems as if we are living in a culture that credits the good things in our lives to "the universe." But what does that mean exactly? And is it really working in our favor? On this episode of Eve...

Have you ever said something you immediately regret? Or thought to yourself later, "hmm...maybe I shouldn't have said that?" I'm sure we've all been there at some point in time. Our words can hold a ton of weight. If we aren't careful, they can have the power to be extremely damaging. So, what does God say about the power of our words? On this episode of Everyday Theology, join Ravae for a convers...

Can Christians lose their salvation? It's a question that *almost* all believers have asked about themselves or others at one point. Depending on what church denomination you grew up in or have studied, the answer may be yes or no. In this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob shares with us the truth about what the Bible says about our salvation and sets the record straight. Check it out and share...

Conversations that make people uncomfortable: ones about politics and religion. So, if this is the case? How do we talk about religion with people who may be apathetic towards it? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Brandon shares with us how to have meaningful conversations around the topic of religion. Check it out! You might learn a thing or two ;) Resources How to Have Theological Conversati...

Stories. We all have them, and we all share them. They are also an ever-present part of the Gospel. Jesus used them to talk about the kingdom of God and His plans here on earth. So, how can we use storytelling in our everyday lives to point people to the Gospel? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Brandon shares with us the importance of storytelling and how we can use it to share our faith with...

Many of us have probably asked this question at least once in our lives. How could God, who is called loving, send people to an eternal place apart from Him? Or send them to a place that is described as one of torture? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob discusses this question and the possible problems with asking it in the first place. Be sure to check it out! Resources: What Happens Whe...

How Should Christians Consume Media? It's everywhere—on our phones and TVs. From social media to the news to sports, we consume it every day. But what is it doing to us mentally? And how can it affect our faith? On this episode, Ravae shares some of the things we should be thinking about when we consume media and the possible benefits and dangers of it.  Resources: The Seven Deadly Sins - Envy | h...

Ever wonder what questions people are asking about Jesus? Maybe you even have some of your own. On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob, Ravae, and Brandon asked Chat GPT what the most asked questions about Jesus are and have taken the time to answer some of them! If you're curious about who Jesus is and what He's about, this is an episode you definitely want to check out!   Resources 3 Hopes...

When it comes to defending our faith or religion, what should focus on? Creation, the Gospels, or the resurrection? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Brandon answers the question, "What is the greatest argument for Christianity?" and shares with us how we can share and defend our faith with others!   Resources: Check out our Everyday Theology Blogs - http://tinyurl.com/2u7mfcb8  See omnystudio...

Now, before you go scrolling by this episode because you're a guy, you need to know this is just as important for you as it for the girls. So often, we can feel less than or looked down on. The women of the New Testament felt the same. But in a society that elevated men above women, Jesus took a different approach. On this episode, Ravae shares some truths from Jesus' life and ministry that can en...

Mormon, Jehovah's Witness, Christianity – are these religions the same? And whether they are or aren’t, where does Jesus fit in? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob spends time talking about the differences between these religions and how each of them views Jesus. Check it out!   Resources What's the Difference Between the Bible and Qu'ran? https://bit.ly/3SRnCHB CONNECT WITH US AT: • Inst...

Death. It's something we can't avoid. But what happens after we die? Is there an afterlife? Do we go somewhere? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob, Ravae, and Brandon sit down to answer these questions and talk about heaven and hell and all things death. Check it out! Resources Good News: We're All Going To Die - http://tinyurl.com/5n9xz27n CONNECT WITH US AT: • Instagram: https://www.ins...

What does it mean to lust after something? And what are the consequences of lust? On this episode of Everyday Theology, join Ravae as she has an honest conversation about a topic that so often we try to brush under the rug. We'll talk about the struggle and how to find healing and redemption. Resources: The Seven Deadly Sins - Lust | https://bit.ly/45qsuI6 What God Says About Sex | https://bit.ly/...

What does the Bible say about marriage? Where does marriage come from? What’s the foundation? On this episode of Everyday Theology, join Jacob as he talks about marriage, its purpose, and how God designed it. Check it out! Resources: The Top 3 Pieces of Marriage Advice from a Marriage Counselor - https://bit.ly/493DbCu Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from Woods...

The Enneagram is a popular tool to help determine personality, but what are its origins? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Ravae, Jacob, and Brandon continue the conversation Ravae started last week. Our crew dives deep into the origins of the Enneagram and whether or not it is really only a helpful tool or whether its origins point us to something we, as Christians, should stay clear of. You...

The Enneagram is a popular tool to help determine personality, but what are its origins? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Ravae dives deep into the origins of the Enneagram to begin the conversation of whether it is really only a helpful tool or whether its origins point us to something we, as Christians, should stay clear of. Then, come back next week as Jacob and Brandon join Ravae to conti...

Have you ever prayed and prayed and wondered if God was really listening? At times, it can feel as if we are praying with no response in sight. On this episode, Brandon dives head-first into this question, encouraging us to keep spending time talking to God and sharing our hopes and struggles with him! Check it out! Resources: Check out all our resources on prayer here: https://bit.ly/3TKQqn5 Like...

It's the most wonderful time of the year! And to celebrate Christmas, we're dedicating this episode of Everyday Theology to the theology of Christmas! Jacob, Brandon, and Ravae spend time discussing the origins of Christmas, its pagan traditions, and whether Christians should really be partaking in all things Christmas. So, put your Santa hats and ugly sweaters on for this festive episode. Disclai...

Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Jesus' birth on Christmas Day? What's the reasoning behind it, and was he actually born on December 25? Check out Ravae's response to this question—her answer might surprise you.   CONNECT WITH US AT: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodsidebiblechurch/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoodsideBibleChurchOfficial • Website: https://woodsidebible.o...

The issue of divorce is a delicate subject to tackle. It is a painful process for so many. Because of this, we always want to take extra care in talking about this topic. On this episode, Jacob spends time talking about divorce from a caring and Biblical perspective.  Resources Divorce Care Ministries - https://woodsidebible.org/care-ministries/ Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with th...

If you attend any church on a Sunday morning and you'll probably hear something along the lines of, "If you want accept Jesus as you Savior, pray this prayer." But is that it? Is that all we need to do and then we are good for eternity? On this episode of Everyday Theology, Jacob is answering the question, "How do I know I'm saved?" This is one you'll want to save. Resources: More Than a Carpenter...

Mental Health is an important issue that can often be overlooked within the church. On this episode of Everyday Theology, Ravae is going to look at what God and the Bible say about mental health and why, as believers, it's important to care for our mental well-being. Read more about what the Bible says about Mental Health: https://bit.ly/3SuDJw7 If you know someone or are you are personally strugg...

At some point in our lives, we've all asked ourselves, "Was Jurassic Park real?" Okay, maybe not that exact question, but we've all wondered about dinosaurs. When did they really live? Are they ever mentioned in the Bible or creation accounts? Or maybe you're just wondering if they even existed.  Whatever your question[s] about dinosaurs may be, Brandon's got you covered in this episode of Everyda...