Jude 3 Project

Why are so many Black women walking away from the church—and where can healing begin? In this heartfelt episode, Lisa Fields talks with Dr. Sarita Lyons—author, counselor, and director at Epiphany Fellowship—about her bestselling book Church Girl: A Gospel Vision to Encourage and Challenge Black Christian Women. From church hurt and unmet expectations to identity, calling, and new age deception—th...

Was the story of Jesus stolen from the Egyptian god Horus? Erika Brown —soon to be Dr. Erika Brown— joins Lisa Fields in an insightful conversation about the myths surrounding the comparisons between Jesus and Horus. Erika, a biblical archaeologist and expert in ancient Egyptian religion, breaks down the historical and archaeological data behind Horus’ story and explains why the Jesus-Horus compar...

Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. K. Edward Copeland to unpack a growing trend in today's spiritual landscape: the rise of small group communities as substitutes for the local church and pastoral leadership. Together, they explore why God designed the church to include pastors, what happens when we bypass spiritual authority, and how real growth often comes from being challenged by people unlike ours...

Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Jemar Tisby — historian, New York Times bestselling author, and public theologian — to discuss his latest book, The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance. Together, they dive into the legacy of Black Christian activism, intergenerational wisdom, the importance of courage and hope in today’s justice movements, and how the stories of the past c...

What do Black women see when they read the Bible? Lisa Fields sits down with public theologian and Truth's Table co-host Ekemini Uwan to explore hard questions about faith, scripture, identity, and liberation. From family roots in Nigeria to confronting white supremacy in theology, Ekemini shares a powerful personal and theological journey. This episode is a must-watch for anyone wrestling with th...

What does it really mean to live out your faith in a broken world? Join Lisa and Dr. Walter Strickland as they discuss Dr. Strickland's new book, Swing Low, volume 1: A History of Black Christianity in the United States. They deep dive into an honest conversation about cultural humility in leadership, the intersection of theology & justice, race, and living faithfully in ordinary moments. With...

Are people really closed off to faith — or just spiritually curious? Lisa Fields sits down with Mark Matlock, author of Faith of the Curious, to talk about how today's culture is searching for spirituality in unexpected ways. They explore why traditional apologetics must evolve, how emotional health impacts our faith conversations, and why patience is key when loved ones wrestle with belief. Wheth...

In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Pastor Chris Brooks to talk about the crucial role of apologetics in the church, navigating suffering and loss with faith, and how Christian hope stands firm in an anxious, ever-changing world. From campus ministry to the local church, Pastor Chris shares his personal story, pastoral insight, and practical wisdom for equipping believers to live and defen...

In this episode of the Jude 3 Project podcast, Lisa Fields sits down with theologian and apologist R.L. Solberg to unpack the popular claim that Easter has pagan roots. They explore historical documents, church tradition, and biblical theology to clarify misconceptions surrounding the resurrection of Jesus, the origins of Easter, and the difference between worship and cultural celebration. If you’...

What happens when a devoted Hindu monk begins questioning everything? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Rahil Patel — a former Hindu monk who spent years in one of the world’s most influential Hindu traditions — to explore his incredible journey to Christianity. They dive deep into the key differences between Hinduism and Christianity, how to talk to Hindu friends about Jesus with respec...

What does it really take to lead well in today’s world—especially as a woman of faith? In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with her longtime friend Dr. Nicole Massie Martin (COO of Christianity Today and founder of Soulfire Ministries) to talk leadership, authenticity, and her new book Nailing It. They get real about the tension of leading in Christian spaces, the cost of ministry, being a woma...

In this powerful episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Cheryl Sanders—professor of Christian Ethics at Howard University and senior pastor of Third Street Church of God—to discuss womanist theology, Black women's perspectives on scripture, and the ethical challenges facing the Church today.  They break down how Black women uniquely engage biblical texts like the story of Hagar, the significance...

What does it truly mean to be whole? In this powerful episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Maliek Blade to unpack what it means to be a 'whole man'—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. They explore the importance of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness—especially for Black men. They dive into the intersection of faith, mental health, and personal growth, exploring how true transformatio...

What do we do when suffering feels unbearable? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Robert Smith Jr. unpacks the deep struggles of pain, loss, and forgiveness—sharing his own personal journey through grief and tragedy. From the loss of his son to the tension between justice and grace, Dr. Smith reflects on how suffering can transform rather than break us. Join us as we explore the big questions: Why...

Can faith and science coexist? In this episode of the Jude 3 Project podcast, Dr. Frederick Ware discusses the intersection of theology and science, tackling topics like evolution, miracles, and historical Black church perspectives. Do you think science can enrich ministry and faith? Comment below! Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our...

In this enlightening episode of the Jude 3 Project podcast, we're joined by Dr. Walter Kim to discuss the NAE's new podcast, Difficult Conversations. Together, we explore why challenging discussions have become increasingly hard in today’s polarized culture and unpack practical steps we can take to foster better, more constructive dialogue. Dr. Kim shares insights on the NAE’s vision for encouragi...

On this episode, Dr. Kevin Muriithi Ndereba discussed his new book Apologetics in Africa. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/  

In this episode, Latasha Morrison discusses her new book, Brown Faces White Spaces. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/  

On this bonus episode, Lisa Fields shares the first chapter of her book When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience . Get it today wherever books are sold.   Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here:  https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here:  https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you beli...

On this episode, Lisa Fields dives deep into her upcoming book When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. In her debut book, Fields shows us how emotional pain—often more than theological concerns—is at the root of our doubt. She invites us to bring our deepest soul questions to this journey as she explores: Seven pain points that might be keeping us from faith...

In the final episode of our "When Faith Disappoints" series, Lisa Fields sits down with Michael Roziers to discuss his heartfelt story of deep disappointment when his prayers for reconciliation went unanswered. Michael's candid conversation reveals the emotional and spiritual struggles that come when our prayers seem to go unheard. His journey provides profound insights into the complexities of fa...

In the fourth episode of our special 5-part series, When Faith Disappoints, Lisa Fields sits down with Lance Asper to discuss his heartbreaking experience of losing his first child to miscarriage. This series is designed to explore the themes in Lisa Fields's upcoming book, When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. Lance opens up about the deep pain and disapp...

In the third episode of our special 5-part series, "When Faith Disappoints," Lisa Fields sits down with Carmelyn Kinsey to discuss her deeply moving story. This series is explores the themes of Lisa Fields's upcoming book, When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. Carmelyn shares her experience of profound grief and disappointment with faith after losing both...

Our special five-part series, "When Faith Disappoints," continues with Scott's story. This series is designed to explore the themes in Lisa Fields's upcoming book When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. In this episode, Scott shares his emotional journey of anger towards God after losing his mother to cancer. His raw and honest account of grief and faith str...

This is the first episode of our special five-part series, "When Faith Disappoints," in which everyday people share their stories of grappling with faith and God. This series is designed to help highlight the themes in Lisa Fields's upcoming book "When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience." In this episode, we sit down with Kayla, who opens up about her struggl...