Geek Devotions

The new Ghost in the Shell anime just hit Prime Video, and it looks nothing like the movie you remember. Dallas breaks down why that's not a betrayal of the source material, it's actually closer to it, and what that has to do with how quick we are to flatten people into one trait instead of seeing the whole person (Proverbs 20:5).📺 Watch The Ghost in the Shell on Prime Video (streaming no...

Summer got busy fast, and Celeste found herself feeling as chaotic on the inside as her schedule looked on the outside. In this devotion, she gets honest about what happens when good things pile up all at once, and walks through two scriptures, Exodus 33:14-15 and Isaiah 26:3, that reframe peace as something you choose rather than something you feel. It's a short, personal reminder that even g...

There's a kind of confusion that hits when you've been away from something you love for too long. That's where Dallas and Celeste found themselves this week, trying to catch up on Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War before heading to see "The Calamity" in theaters, and realizing how much they'd forgotten. In this episode, Dallas walks through that experience and connects it t...

There are moments in faith where the path forward is unclear, and all we can do is trust. This episode features the message Dallas preached at The Healing Place (www.thpshreveport.com) during their online gathering, continuing the Names of God series with a teaching on Jehovah Jireh — "the Lord will provide." Walking through Genesis 22 and the binding of Isaac, Dallas unpacks why the ram...

What if the city around you was so broken, so corrupt, that people forgot what freedom looked like? That's the world of Watch Dogs Legion — and honestly, it's not that far from the one we wake up in every day. In this episode, guest host Peyton Rice of City Church in Shreveport dives into what it looks like to live as someone who actually carries light into a dark world, and why ordinary p...

Have you ever meant well but said something that set off a chain reaction you never intended? In this episode, Celeste looks at Disney and Pixar's Hoppers, specifically the moment Mabel hops into a robotic beaver body and rallies an animal council with passionate words that nearly get someone crushed. It's a funny scene. But it's also a mirror. Proverbs 18:20-21 says the tongue has the...

Have you ever watched something that looked right but felt like something was off underneath? In this episode, Dallas looks at how Amazon's Spider-Noir went the extra mile to film in authentic noir style — and what that intentionality has to say about the difference between looking like a Christian and actually being one. Question of the Week: What is your favorite black and white film? Leave...

Have you ever approached something so seriously that you forgot why you loved it in the first place? In this episode, Celeste looks at Agott's arc in Witch Hat Atelier and what it has to say about studying Scripture with both discipline and a sense of awe and wonder. Question of the Week: If you randomly stumbled across magic, what would be the first thing you'd want to learn to do? Sign u...

Have you ever hit a point where you feel like you've got nothing left to offer -- like your best days are already behind you? In this episode, Dallas looks at Johnny Cage's arc in Mortal Kombat 2 and what it has to say about finding your purpose when you feel completely out of place. Question of the Week: What's your favorite fighting game? Sign up to get updates on Dallas' upcomin...

Have you ever felt like you were on the outside looking in, like you just did not quite fit anywhere? This week Celeste takes a look at Gonzo's struggle for identity in Muppets From Space alongside the story of Cornelius in Acts 10 to show that God has never seen anyone as an outsider. Question of the Week: Who's your favorite muppet? Sign up to get updates on Dallas' upcoming book &qu...

Why do I feel so drained and disconnected even when I'm technically around people? In this video, a scene from the new game Pragmata unlocks a powerful conversation about why real, two-way human connection isn't optional — and what you can practically do to build it. Question of the Week: Tell us about a time when someone took time to hear your heart. Sign up to get updates on Dallas'...

Are you looking for a practical way to develop more patience, peace, and self-control when life gets chaotic? We take a look at the anime character Mimi's (Always a Catch) intense discipline to show how staying "in step" with your daily routines yields life-changing, positive results. Question of the Week: What's your favorite "fluff" anime? 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS...

Have you ever wondered why anime resonates so deeply with fans worldwide? We dive into recent poll results to uncover how anime's authentic storytelling mirrors the genuine connections and vulnerabilityw we all desire in our real lives. Our Mission: We take geek pop culture items like movies, video games, and comic books, and we use them to let people know that they are loved. Question of the...

How do you keep moving forward when your life suddenly changes and everything you thought you knew turns out to be a lie? Join us as Celeste looks at how to find peace in the unknown through the lens of the first episode of Daemons of the Shadow Realm. 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Bran...

Are you struggling to let people in after experiencing trauma, or wondering how to assist someone who has built up heavy emotional walls? Join us as we explore the new Netflix anime The Ramparts of Ice and uncover practical, compassionate ways to navigate these difficult situations. 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ru...

Ever wondered where the line is between loving someone selflessly like Jesus and just letting people walk all over you? In this episode of Geek Devotions, we dive into Grace's amazing sacrificial care for Rocky in Project Hail Mary and explore how we can lay down our lives for our friends without becoming a doormat 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who...

It feels like we are constantly losing the icons, mentors, and legends we look up to, leaving many of us unsure of what to do next. This episode explores the tension of these losses and offers a practical guide on how the older generation can pass down wisdom while the younger generation steps up to pick up the mantle. 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who...

Do you struggle to share your faith? Today, Celeste is taking a look at Pokémon to help you understand how to share your faith with others! 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS We are so thankful to our Devoted Patreon Geeks who help make this ministry possible: Ruiz Family, Adam Arciniega, Branson Boykin, Nerd Chapel, Jacob Russell, Jeffrey Leon, Jonathan Herrman, Kevin Lovelace, Lady Lomax, Paul Turner,...

Have you ever read a modern retelling of a classic book, like Pride and Prejudice, and felt it completely missed the point? Today on Geek Devotions, we're talking about why context changes everything, both in our favorite literature and when we study Scripture! In this episode, Celeste shares her honest (and maybe a little brutal) thoughts on the 2013 retelling, Eligible. We dive into why remo...

Over the last six months, I've been reading an Elseworlds Batman story where Bruce accidentally creates six shadow monsters out of his own brokenness. But it turned into a huge lesson about facing the things we run from. In this episode, we're talking about issue six of Immortal Legends Batman. Bruce Wayne tries to distance himself from his personal weakness, but it backfires, creating lit...

In this episode of Geek Devotions, Celeste uses the story of Mia Thermopolis from The Princess Diaries to explore the often-shaking transition into a life of faith. Just as Mia had to reconcile her "normal" life with her new status as royalty, we must learn to navigate our lives through the lens of our new identity in Christ. Are you a fan of The Princess Diaries? Be sure to subscribe to...

Where does Prince Adam... He-Man... get his power from? Where does your true strength and power come from? Join us as Kirk of @TheRushmoreShow joins us to geek out about Masters of the Universe and encourage us along the way! Watch the The Rushmore Show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRushmoreShow Learn more about the Rushmore Show here: https://linktr.ee/Rushmoreshow 💙 THANK YOU TO OUR P...

Disney+ just dropped a brand new MCU series called Wonder Man. This near shadow drop of a series isn't like your typical MCU show, and for some reason... it works! Why is it working, and how can it affect how you see the people around you? Check out our friends over at https://www.youtube.com/@TheRushmoreShow Timestamp 00:00 - Intro: A Brand New MCU Property 00:32 - Welcome to Geek Devotions 0...

Is your spiritual walk "utterly uninteresting," or is it a journey of growth? In this episode, Celeste dives into the finale of Drew Hayes' Fred the Vampire Accountant series to look at how a character goes from meek and mild to a confident leader. Using 1 Corinthians 13:11, we discuss the vital difference between having a childlike faith and staying in childish ignorance. Real growt...

In today's episode, we dive into the brand-new sequel series, Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers (famously known to many as Ronin Warriors), to explore the shocking origin of the new Red Trooper, Gui. We discuss Dallas' theory on how Gui’s journey from a corrupted "demon prince" to a human hero serves as a powerful reminder that no matter your past, you are never beyond the reach of...