The Defiance and Obedience Podcast

We join up again to pontificate on the current happenings of the present day. Although we pray we are doing more than that, rather that we spur on the listener to love and good deeds. Love that follows God's guidelines. Good deeds that are bold and sometimes perhaps offensive. Hopefully it encourages you to go out and defy as well as obey, as unto God. The Imbibes  Solitary Confinement Stout by Sk...

We sit down on a rainy PNW day (as heard in the background) for a conversation about a couple recent court cases and how those might affect rulings in the future. As we mention in the episode, the basic "courage threshold" is going up so gird up your loins and get your house in order. Beer: 2017 Fremont Brewing B-Bomb Barrel Aged Sedna Tiramisu Stout from Ecliptic Brewing

Josh and Ian sit down on a rainy Saturday to solve the world's problems. Everything is solved, now to get the answers to all the world... Oort Barrel-aged Stout by Ecliptic Brewing  Cask Strength Bourbon by Woodinville Whiskey

The Russian joins this episode to talk everything from current tyrannical overreach to Ben Franklins deism and even a little Roman history thrown in for good measure. Josh drops some hot soil talk (among more interesting topics). It's a wild ride but we actually come around to some sound thoughts by the end... I think. Beers: Parlor Trick by Skookum Shadow Rising by Skookum  

While getting together to record has proved difficult in this period of life, we have not stopped thinking about how the Christian should respond to the tornado of events in front of us. We don't claim to have all the answers but hopefully the conversation provokes the right kind of thought and motivation. 

While the episodes have been fewer these days, we haven't forgotten our true calling as Contraratics. There's still craziness in the world and we need to keep preaching to ourselves that defying evil and obeying righteousness is good. Go and do GOOD. 

We spent the weekend shooting and took the drive back to talk about some important topics - some related, some not to shooting. Calvin Higgins joins us and offers a welcome perspective as a teenager. Many topics are covered and it's worth a listen despite the road noise. Drinks: NONE

This episode may involve a heavier dose of gun/beer nerd talk than normal but the conversation eventually drifts into the principles that undergird our relationship to government and to one another. If you don't enjoy the nerd talk hopefully we'll give you a seed to plant as you weld defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole. Beers: Bourbon County Stout by Goose Island Matryoshka by Fort G...

It was good to get back in the saddle and heat up the mics. A lot has happened in the world since January but the same God is on the throne and we submit to him. We bring his lordship to bear on all the crazy things going on in our world.  Drinks: Sazerac Rye Whiskey Knob Creek Rye

Trump's presidency seems to be ending in just as much controversy and uproar as it began. Is the insanity and tumult just beginning or we somewhere in the middle? What we do know is this story is being written by the Sovereign One. It's not happenstance.  Beers: Pecan Pie Porter by Backwoods Brewing Co Bourbon County Brand Stout by Goose Island Brewing

Things seem crazy right now both politically and even daily tasks like going to the grocery store. We aren't sure they'll get easier anytime soon but we do know that God is ordaining this whole thing. We rest in that knowledge and encourage you to do the same as we bid farewell to 2020. Let's see what God's going to do in 2021. Black Butte XXXII by Deschutes Brewing KBS Mackinac Maple Fudge Stout...

We huddle up in the Lugg garage and talk about a few of our favorite things. We also brush up on some of the insane things going on in our state and national politics. If there was EVER a time to weld defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole, it's now. Beer: Ground Control by Ninkasi Brewing Co Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Madeira Casks by Woodinville Whiskey

We are joined by our Russian Insider once again - exclusive you might even call it - to discuss the most recent and last debate before the November 3 election. While the election will have the most serious of consequences, we found moments to laugh. Enjoy. Beer: Odin's Gift by Odin Brewing Company Dragon's Milk White by New Holland Brewing

We are joined this episode by our friend Vic who provides a refreshing perspective of how he views his job while being a faithful Christian and citizen. It's good to know that there are those behind the badge with this principled perspective. Be encouraged and challenged. Beers Shadow Rising by Skookum Brewery No Billboards in Space by Urban Family Brewing

The episode kicks off with about 20 minutes of hot cigar talk but the whiskey and cigars then fuel our discussion of how undisciplined and unprincipled resistance to tyranny only gets you more of the same. The French Revolution was not a "success" but ours was. What set them apart?  This and other ramblings are packed into this lively episode! Featured Booze: Micro Barrel Rye Bourbon from Woodinvi...

This week we are missing the Gun Nerd but joined by our former guest Nate Lugg to discuss what the heck is going on around here. We may not solve all the problems but we try to pull back the curtain on some of the insanity and inconsistencies many have come to accept. Beer: Punkin Ale by Dogfish Head

We discuss all the relevant, mind-blowing developments of the global panic surrounding COVID-19 and how we as believers and Americans should be responding. What are our children learning by how we are responding? There are too many questions and too little time.

We discuss all the relevant, mind-blowing developments of the global panic surrounding COVID-19 and how we as believers and Americans should be responding. What are our children learning by how we are responding? There are too many questions and too little time.

Though our episodes have been spaced further out, we haven't given up. Join us as we tackle some of the very present issues facing us - even as we walk into the grocery store. We realize that we need to protect ourselves and those in our care as we raise the next generation - dangerously.  Beer: Dream POP! by Breakside Brewing Caverns by Skookum Brewery

How did we go from COVID craziness to burning down buildings and calling for the defunding of police departments? We breakdown some of the game film and poke at the virtue signaling everyone feels obligated to bow to. Thankfully we have our local Russian insider to bring some clarity to this murky water. Booze: 120 Minute IPA by Dogfish Head Brewery Rye Bourbon from Bad Dog Distillery

Aside from a couple new libations we explore the grave error of allowing the world to redefine what it means to love our neighbor. We can't help but laugh at the very honest ramblings of Joe Biden defining black people as those who vote for him. We wrap up the show calling ourselves and all of you to not despise the day of small beginnings - whether that be businesses or children. Whiskey - Small...

Josh and Ian provide a mid-COVID update including how the government is flexing its tyrannical muscles and people are pushing back. Besides hating tyranny, how about our own human nature?  Beers: Irresistible Bliss Strawberry Vanilla IPA by Silver City Brewery Matryoshka Barrel Aged Russian Imperial Stout by Fort George

In the middle of the COVID shut down craziness we amazingly find the time to record another episode. We reflect on what type of things this trial is revealing in people and politicians - both positive and negative. The sunset provides a pleasant distraction and reminder of Who controls all things. Beer Hogus Maximus Triple IPA  by Postdoc Brewing Yellow Belly Pastry Stout by Buxton Brewery and Omi...

How does the Soviet Union relate to COVID-19? Our Russian insider breaks it down for you on this fireside chat where we also get into what got us into this whole mess and how to get out.  Beer: Old Astoria from Fort George Brewery Willetized Coffee Stout from Lagunitas Guest appearance from Trader Joe's Tennessee Bourbon 

How does the Soviet Union relate to COVID-19? Our Russian insider breaks it down for you on this fireside chat where we also get into what got us into this whole mess and how to get out.  Beer: Old Astoria from Fort George Brewery Willetized Coffee Stout from Lagunitas Guest appearance from Trader Joe's Tennessee Bourbon