Pastor With No Answers: The MIXTAPE Era

No click bait here.  Small Group the Movie is coming out soon.  We talk to the mastermind himself, Matt Chastain, who assures us all, this isn’t your stereotypical, cheese ball Christian movie.  I’ll have to see for myself.https://smallgroupmovie.com E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Apple Music Closing song b...

Can we? Well, it’s one of the things that keeps our guest up at night. Pastor Colin Kerr joins us to discuss his journey in becoming a gay-affirming pastor and the importance of offering others grace in the context of this discussion. We also get below the surface of what it means to sin unknowingly, how much sin matters and how discipleship is discipleship. Yeah, you read right. Did you enjoy tod...

What does it say about the character of God If there’s multitudes of people who will taste death without ever having an opportunity to be redeemed, only to be punished forever? How can God really love those whom He doesn’t reach out to? If an earthly father had the ability to rescue all of his kids but only rescues his favorites, wouldn’t we all call him a bad father? Chris Date (Rethinking Hell)...

Ryan Gerard wrote “The Baptist – Part One; Judge’s Genesis,” s futuristic, science-fiction book that takes a look at the spiritual chess match going on behind the scenes of real life, centering around a Baltimore cop. We talk about this project, we discuss Christian entertainment in general and think through whether making art exclusively for Christians is a worthwhile endeavor. Here’s a summary o...

Zootown Podcast had Joey Svendsen on as a guest for a conversation that was quite enjoyable to him. Have fun with a little behind the scenes look at podcasting as well as some talk on dealing with the numerous voices and opinions of this world. Oh, yeah and the archaic discussion on cussing. Check out what these guys are doing: https://www.zootownpodcast.com/The intro music is from Dan Koch: http:...

Allan Aguirre (Scaterd Few and Spyglass Blue) join Pastor Joey and his brother for another conversation--this time about his new book "The Feasts Unlocked". They discuss the relevance of Leviticus to the contemporary Christian as well as the feasts, laws and God's covenant with His people and what they all mean to believers today. E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being...

Kelly Dick remembers this tragic day in history in a personal way.  She lost some one dear to her who ended up being one of many heroes throughout this tragedy.  He’s the only one referred to though as “the Man with the Red Bandana.” E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Apple Music Closing song by Derek Minor and...

A personal friend and co-sufferer of mental illness, Maggie Eli, got to take part in an experimental therapy that uses ecstasy to treat anxiety, depression and any other mental illness. Needless to say, she had an extremely fun time when she was high but the process led her to some painful revelations she’ll now have to work through. E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (...

Five questions, two minutes to answer, two guests appearing separately.  Jack Hoey and Dan Koch tackle these five questions.  What are the chances that God isn’t omnipotent and why? Was the type of slavery in the Old Testament God-ordained? Are Christians persecuted in America? With Romans 13 as the context, does God choose the President of the USA or do the American people? Is “God” being referre...

In this episode, Pastor Joey reflects on a particularly bad "blast" of depression that has happened in an otherwise stable year. E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Apple Music Closing song by Derek Minor and other music by Mechanical River.  

Confession with hopefully good motives, I really had a bit of a heavy heart listening to episode 155 of Pastor With No Answers.  I hope it comes across respectful. E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Apple Music Closing song by Derek Minor and other music by Mechanical River.  

Highly regarded and successful musician in the Christian music scene, Mark Mohr of Christafari stops by to discuss his latest projects and catch us up on the current status of his reggae outfit, Christafari. This episode however takes on an unexpected turn as Joey can’t help but probe deeper into Mohr’s perception of evangelism, Christian art and how Christians should live. The two have very civil...

Anthony Kucich and three friends all barely over 20 years old, are biking 3200 miles from Oregon to New York for raising awareness and money for victims in human trafficking. Their current fight includes challenges of riding in the summer heat through thunderstorms, getting mosquito bites from head to toe and mental/emotional exhaustion. Help fight human trafficking financially here: https://www.g...

Kay Insley, part of the vocal ensemble “Zion’s Joy!” wrote a song and shot a video about unity, love and how great a hope that in heaven, every one may love one another for once. For some reason, Facebook found the content inappropriate for their forum and removed it completely, only to retract and repost a good 24 hours later. This story got picked up by N.Y. Times and Fox News, and Kay gives us...

Former professor of philosophy, avid questioner, and co-host of one of my favorite podcasts, Jared Byas discusses his passion for authentic expressions of faith, his fundamental upbringing and how he currently views spirituality.  Joey and Jared also discuss speaking in tongues, reformed theology, how culture affects one’s belief system, and how you can be certain that you can’t be certain about a...

Art Rash discusses the loss of his son a couple of years ago. Growing up in his Pentecostal faith resulted in his belief of universal protection and continual favor for him and God’s other kids. Standing on God’s promises guaranteed his provision and rescue to those who believe. But what does one’s faith in God’s provision mean, when He doesn’t provide nor rescue? Be a Pastor With No Answers Patro...

Our friend, pastor and counselor, Chip Judd, discusses the low expectations he has on himself and his belief that God feels about the same way.  Does the church put too much emphasis on “being good?”  Chip gives a pretty convincing take on how people’s “sin problem” is never the real problem.  I almost called this one the “Mic Drop Episode.”Keep up with Chip Judd:https://chipjudd.comhttps://twitte...

Many of you have asked, so here you go.  On a recent Sunday morning, I taught on a few points in C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity, including a needed lack of emphasis on works, the needed element of mystery in prayer, and the truth about how challenging marriage is.  Have fun! E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Ap...

Stephen Long, host of the podcast, Sacred Tension, discusses his evangelical background, his internal dichotomy between scientific reason and a hope in a personal God, and his participation in a Satanic Temple.  Believe me, it’s not what you think.  This one is sure to have you thinking.https://sacredtension.podbean.com E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Th...

PWNA listener, Blake, sent me an e-mail expressing concern on the emphasis this show has placed on male and female distinctions, especially the “Billy Graham Rule” episode 140.  So many things to talk about, so little time, but we gave it a try. Write us with your comments at:  pwnaquestions@badchristian.comhttps://www.patreon.com/pwnapod/memberships E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by B...

We talk about podcasting, spiritual entities, why he’s still a Christian and what that means, universalism, the chances of our faith being wrong, what prayer means to us and a little bit about Trump voters. Dan’s Podcasts:http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/https://www.reconstructpodcast.com/Dan’s Music that he sells to companies like Wendy’s, Amazon and GAP:http://dankoch.net/ E-mail Joey her...

At home, at your local congregation and at that church in Corinth back in the day, Joey and Ellen Mauro (from Depolarize! Podcast) talk about women’s place in this world.  Can they teach men?  Should they have their own agenda in marriage or do they need to embrace their husband’s?  Are these simply asinine questions?http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/ E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's wo...

Polarization of our society is killing families, friendships and civility.  Why do we have to “choose a side” and denigrate the other?  Wouldn’t a discussion for the purpose of understanding be a better angle to take?  Author of “Dancing in No Man’s Land: Moving with Peace and Truth in a Hostile World” wrote a book that lays out an alternative: being a person who will speak gently, value truth, th...

I like sharing songs from my friends. You can find this song, “Circles,” on Spotify and Apple Music. https://doubtingbenefit.bandcamp.com E-mail Joey here. Support Joey's work by Being a Patron / (Venmo) PWNA Theme Song by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc ): Apple Music Closing song by Derek Minor and other music by Mechanical River.  

How did Peter transform from an uneducated fisherman into one of the most celebrated and beloved Jesus-followers in history? New Testament scholar Con Campbell wanted to find out. It's one thing to read about people in Scripture. It's another thing to trace their life histories to more fully understand their backgrounds and the profound effect Jesus had on them. Campbell invites you to j...