Faith Adjacent

In this latest episode, Erin and Evan are joined by Medievalist scholar Dr. Grace Hamman to Christianity in the Middle Ages. You’ll hear about fart jokes on tapestries, the impact of the black death, and so much more! What is an anchorite and is there a Medieval equivalent of the MCU? You’ll have to listen to find out!  MENTIONS Tell me more about Dr. Grace Hamman: Order her book here |  Instagram...

Step into our office (not in a weird way) as we answer your questions! In this latest Office Hours episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering questions about imprecatory Psalms, finding a new church, what to do when you have a friend who prays too much, and so much more! What is Knox’s take on Shia LaBeouf’s recent dive into Catholicism, and what do the Jonas Brothers have to do with the Methodi...

Should we have learned about the Twelve Tribes of Israel in Sunday School? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Erin as we explore this question! You’ll hear conversations about the lost tribes, whether or not these tribes are still important today, and so much more! What’s the ancient version of a basket from Harry & David, and is Deborah the Taylor Swift of the Bible? Y...

In this latest episode, Erin and Evan combine all their Bible Scholar knowledge to answer your questions! You’ll hear deep dives on left-handed people in the Bible, a journey into the King James Bible, and tons of discussion about what Paul meant when talking about being saved through childbearing. What’s the deal with Ehud, and can women and single men be elders? You’ll have to listen to find out...

We’re just barely into 2024, and we already have a lot of feelings about resolutions! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we discuss the NOs of Resolutions! You’ll hear plenty of listener comments about spiritualizing secular resolutions, church-wide fasts, and vision boards. What is on our vision boards for 2024, and which passages of scripture are best before a makeout session? You’ll have to listen t...

Grab your umin and thummin and dust off your priestly breastplate because we’re naming our 2024 prophecies! Join Erin, Jamie, and Evan as we discuss what we hope to see, what we think we’ll see, and what we’re nervous about in the new year! You’ll hear about our Antichrist predictions, movements in Christianity, and so much more! Is purity culture coming back? Which celebs will walk the Romans Roa...

In this latest episode, we’re inviting you into the Faith Adjacent Seminary to listen to our Fellowship Hall: Pray-UA. Join Erin and Evan as they discuss listener questions about prayer, such as who you pray to and what the deal is with intercessory prayer. What happens when we ghost God during prayer? Is God just a cosmic Santa? You’ll hear answers to these questions and more! This event original...

Pour yourself some wassail or hot cocoa and listen along as Erin, Jamie, and Evan unpack some Christmas Confessions. We asked for some holiday-themed confessions on Instagram, and you did not disappoint! We’ll unpack stories about church nativity productions, uncovering Christmas presents, and so much more! As you can imagine, there are some magic-ruining moments in this episode, so proceed with c...

Today, we’re kicking off a new series called “Who the hell is…” in which we deep-dive into the biographies of famous Christians! Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Evan as we discuss Lottie Moon. Why do we only talk about her around Christmas? Why is she associated with cookies? Is she the feminist icon of the Southern Baptist Convention? You’ll have to listen to find out. ...

In honor of the greatest television event of the Thanksgiving season, The National Dog Show, we’re doing our own version by crowing the Best Saint in Show. Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as they present various saints across different categories to see who will take home the trophy. You’ll see a saint famous for defeating dragons, another who struck her father with lighting, and one who was just an al...

We’re rounding out our classics series by revisiting the final episode of our debut season! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss Joseph, the forgotten figure of the nativity. In this episode, you’ll hear a lengthy (and riveting) translation corner, some contentious casting decisions, and appreciations for the classic episodes. How old was Joseph, and what’s the deal with the conflicting gene...

Step into our office as we answer your questions! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they explore questions about Biblical authors, keeping teens engaged with faith, what the deal with Hell is, and so much more! You’ll also hear some expert friendship advice from Knox, as well as plenty of tips on prayer when you have trouble concentrating. Is your church a cult, and are you a lukewarm Christian? You’l...

What do Dorito dust nuggets, knuckle cracking, and kids throwing up at school all have in common? In this latest episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are talking about the weird things we’re thankful for! You’ll hear some of our stories of gratitude, as well as plenty of listener comments. This is the actual kick-start to your month of gratitude that is sure to make you use that praise hands emoji! MENT...

Today, we’re doing something a little different, as unprecedented times call for unprecedented podcasts. This episode is in response to the many listeners who have asked for help in better understanding the history and context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as she explores listener questions and deep-dives the history of the region through a religious le...

In this VERY special SWDGISS episode, we’re talking about Paul’s Letters with actual Pauline scholar N.T. Wright! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan in celebrating the release of Bishop Tom Wright’s nearest book, Into the Heart of Romans, by having the expert answer all our questions about Paul. You’ll hear about elevating Paul over Jesus, what Paul would write to the Church in the United States, and so m...

We’re back with another edition of Office Hours! Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering your questions about things like altar calls at funerals, fallen angels, and who is giving the most Kenergy in the Bible! How much should we care about Revelation, and what are our thoughts about Hell? You’ll have to listen to find out!  MENTIONS Don’t y’all have a prayer course? Yes! Get it here! More Angel Conte...

What’s the deal with the Apocrypha? Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon and Community Manager Evan Dodson explore that in this very special conversation with Dr. Brandon Hawk, author of Apocrypha for Beginners. This episode gives you a peek behind the curtain at the type of conversations we have over at The Faith Adjacent Seminary. Is Apocrypha simply Biblical fan fiction, and what do Star Wars and D...

We’re revisiting some of our original episodes, and today, we’re talking about Ruth and Boaz! Join Knox, Jamie, and Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we discuss things like Kinsman ReDaddies, midrash drama, a surprising science corner, and so much more! What really went down on that threshing floor? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Follow Along: Ruth 1-4 Casting: Taraji P. Henson | Ni...

In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School Episode, we’re talking about The Protestant Reformation. Before you skip past this one, let us warn you that this is by far our most bleeped episode ever. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they discuss things like Martin Luther’s gastrointestinal problems, some of the key moments that brought about the Reformation...

We invite you to step into our office (in a not-weird way) as we discuss your questions about being a person of faith in the world. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Knox and Jamie, as we answer questions about yucky people in ministry, finding a quality therapist, what each member of the Trinity should binge, and so much more!  MENTIONS Where can I get that really pretty prayer re...

What can hot dog fingers, bagels, and googly eyes tell us about our faith? Listen along to this Sacred Cinema episode as Knox, Jamie, and Erin deep-dive Everything Everywhere All at Once. You’ll hear about scenes we would like to see recreated as Precious Moments figures, quotes a youth pastor could use as a sermon series, and so much more! Warning: There’s a ton of butt plug talk in this episode,...

Meredith wrote a book, and we’re celebrating its release in this latest episode of I Kid You Not! Join Erin and Meredith as they talk all about Family Faith Practices. You’ll hear answers to listener questions about Sabbath, family devotional time, and what to do when your kid starts praying to questionable things. Should you force your teen to go to youth group, and what does it look like to do l...

We invite you to step into our office (in a not-weird way) as we discuss your questions about being a person of faith in the world. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Knox and Jamie, as we discuss diverging beliefs within relationships, explain Alabama, and answer many more listener questions! Where do you put faith in your relationship values seating chart, and can we enjoy a 12-co...

With every eye closed and every head bowed, we’re talking about The NOs of Prayer! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss all things prayer, such as speaking in tongues, carwash prayers, and “words from the Lord.” Should we lay hands on people, and is there ever an appropriate time to talk about loins? You’ll have to listen to find out!  MENTIONS Want even more Prayer content? Check out the Fa...

Like Jacob becoming Israel, we are rebranding. The podcast formerly known as The Bible Binge will now be known as Faith Adjacent! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we celebrate our new name by having a conversation all about rebrands in the Bible. You’ll hear about Jesus as a brand manager, Naomi’s unsuccessful rebrand, and so much more! From torture devices as jewelry to fake accents in hot tubs, thi...