Radically Christian

Baptism according to Scripture is more than a ritual—it is an expression of faith in Jesus for the forgiveness of sins. In this episode of the Radically Christian Podcast, Wes McAdams talks with Dr. Bobby Harrington, founder of Discipleship.org and Renew.org, about what the Bible truly teaches about baptism and why Christians must understand its connection to the gospel. Dr. Harrington, author of...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Podcast , Wes McAdams joins Austin McCrickard and Nate Miller on their show The Thinking Kingdom Podcast to discuss 1 Corinthians 13 (often called the “love chapter”). They focus particularly on verse 10, where Paul says, “When the perfect comes, the partial will pass away.” The conversation explores what Paul meant by “the perfect,” how the passage fits...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Podcast, Wes McAdams sits down with stand-up comedian Brian Bates, co-host of The Nate Land Podcast. They talk about faith, humor, and the surprising ways clean comedy is making a comeback. Brian shares insights from his career in comedy and reflects on how laughter can bring people together in a divided world. Throughout the conversation, Wes and Brian d...

In this episode of The Radically Christian Podcast , Wes McAdams concludes the Fruit of the Spirit series with a conversation about self-control . Guest, Guy Hammond , founder of Strength in Weakness Ministries , shares how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live disciplined, faithful lives in a culture that celebrates self-indulgence. Guy describes his own journey of transformation—from living...

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast continues the series on the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on gentleness with guest Tim Pyles. Wes and Tim explore how the Spirit produces fruit in believers’ lives—not through mere willpower but through partnership with God, where He provides the strength for transformation. Tim stresses that gentleness isn’t weakness but “strength under control,” a...

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast continues the series on the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on faithfulness with guest Bobby Wheat. The conversation begins with the reminder that spiritual growth isn’t automatic—God produces fruit through the Spirit, but believers must also intentionally cooperate, making daily choices that reflect the Spirit’s work. Bobby describes the process as an...

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast continues the series on the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on goodness with guest Jordan Arnold , minister at the Church of Christ in Falls Church, Virginia. Arnold defines biblical “goodness” as more than simply avoiding evil; it is active, courageous, and transformative. It’s goodness “with an edge,” the kind that rolls up its sleeves, risks reputat...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Podcast , Wes McAdams continues his series on the fruit of the Spirit with a conversation about kindness, joined by guest Billy McGuiggan. They begin by reflecting on Galatians 5, emphasizing that the fruit of the Spirit is a single unified work of God, not separate traits we manufacture ourselves. Billy explains that walking in step with the Spirit means...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast , Wes McAdams continues his series on the Fruit of the Spirit with guest Bill Watkins, focusing on patience. They begin by reflecting on the Spirit’s role in forming believers’ character, emphasizing that while people without the Spirit may show love or joy, the Spirit empowers Christians to embody these qualities to a higher degree. T...

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast features a conversation between Wes McAdams and Bert Ritchie, a minister from Northern Ireland who has spent decades working toward peace and reconciliation. The discussion begins with Bert recounting his upbringing, his ministry journey, and the backdrop of sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland. He describes how religious and political divisions fu...

In this episode, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson wrestle with the meaning of the fruit of the Spirit, especially the aspect of joy. They explore the difference between trying to produce fruit by sheer willpower versus recognizing that fruit naturally flows from the Spirit living within. Using vivid metaphors, they contrast the Spirit’s genuine work with the artificial substitutes our culture often...

In this episode, Wes McAdams begins a new series on the fruit of the Spirit, focusing first on love with guest Boo Scott, minister at National Park Church of Christ. They discuss how the fruit of the Spirit is not a checklist of virtues to achieve by sheer willpower but the supernatural result of the Spirit’s presence in a Christian’s life. Using metaphors like a single fruit with many flavors, th...

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast features a conversation Wes McAdams had with Nate Miller and Austin McCrickard on the Thinking Kingdom podcast. Together, they explore a biblical vision of the kingdom of God that goes beyond traditional assumptions. The discussion reflects on how Jesus' mission and message invite believers to live in a way that anticipates God’s full and final reign...

Many Christians wrestle with feelings of unworthiness and insecurity when it comes to their relationship with God. In this episode, Wes McAdams addresses that struggle. He explores the profound truth of 1 John 1–2, encouraging listeners to ask: How do I know that I know Jesus? Wes challenges listeners to move beyond shame and into confidence—not because of their perfection, but because of their Ad...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast , Wes McAdams speaks with Jennifer Lewis about how culture has shaped young women—particularly within the church—and how the gospel can bring healing, identity, and purpose. Jennifer shares insights from her experience with E.WE.S. Camp (Equipping Women for Exceptional Service), which mentors and equips young Christian women to serve w...

Many Christians are wrestling with how to navigate the digital world in a way that honors Jesus. In this episode, Chris McCurley and Wes McAdams tackle the complex relationship between social media and spiritual formation. They explore questions like: Should Christians even be on social media? How can we be present in digital spaces without being shaped by them? What does faithful presence look li...

This episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast tackles the emotionally charged issue of immigration from a Christian perspective. Wes McAdams is joined by Marco Arroyo, who shares deeply personal stories from his family’s immigration background. They discuss how complicated immigration really is, emphasizing that it’s not just a policy issue but a deeply human one involving real peopl...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast, Wes McAdams talks with Jovan Payes about what it means to be a follower of Jesus in an urban context. The conversation explores how urban and rural Christians often misunderstand one another, and how Christians in cities navigate cultural complexity, injustice, and the call to be peacemakers in a densely populated and diverse environm...

In this episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast, Wes McAdams engages in a thoughtful conversation with Marcus Stenson about the complex topics of race, ethnicity, and how these factors influence the way we read and interpret Scripture. They explore the historical and societal constructs of race, emphasizing how the idea of race as a biological reality has been debunked, and how ethn...

What would we be like if we really took God seriously? Today's discussion centers around a profound statement Billy Wilson made at a preacher's retreat: "It's a good thing none of us take God seriously. If we did, we would never stop laughing." He explains that understanding God and seeing the world through Jesus' eyes reveals the joke of human striving—how so much of what we chase after is futile...

Many people have asked, “What is the best translation of the Bible?” Some wonder if there are unreliable versions of the Bible that should be avoided. There are also questions swirling around about whether or not modern translations remove verses from the Bible. This episode of The Bible Study Podcast explores how translations work and how to be a better Bible student by understanding translation...

In this episode, Wes McAdams and Jared Saltz explore the significance of authorial intent in biblical interpretation. They discuss whether the meaning of a biblical passage is limited to what the human author originally intended or if the Holy Spirit inspired meanings beyond the author’s understanding. They also consider how modern readers can responsibly interpret Scripture without imposing perso...

This episode, recorded live at the McDermott Road Men's Retreat, explores the concept of ambition, particularly as it relates to career, life goals, and contentment. The discussion centers on the tension between "selfish ambition" and Christian contentment, drawing insights especially from the book of Ecclesiastes. Today's guest, Bob Tabor, shares personal stories highlighting his own experiences...

This episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast continues the series on becoming a better Bible student. The conversation centers on how to ask better questions of Scripture and how cultural and generational trends affect biblical interpretation. The discussion highlights the importance of moving beyond a "what's in it for me?" mindset when reading Scripture. Garrett Best encourages hu...

This episode of the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast is part of our, “How to Be a Better Bible Student” series. Today’s episode addresses the issue of proof-texting. What is proof-texting is? Why is it problematic? And how can we all approach Scripture with greater humility and accuracy. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding Scripture within its original context—recogniz...