The Dumb Saints Podcast

Church People.  We've all met them... and if we're honest, we've probably been them. In this episode of  The Dumb Saints , we share some of the wildest, funniest, and most frustrating encounters we've had with "church people"—the kind who make following church culture seem more important than following Jesus. From ridiculous criticism to judgmental attitudes, we swap stor...

Dating is complicated enough—add faith, advice from everyone you know, and the pressure to "find the one," and things can get messy fast. In this episode, the Dumb Saints dive into the world of Christian dating, talking about relationships, boundaries, red flags, green flags, and what it actually looks like to pursue a God-centered relationship. Whether you're single, dating, talking...

Life has changed fast for both of us. PJ is walking through cancer treatment and chemo. Alex recently stepped away from 12 years in church ministry into a completely new season. In this episode, we talk honestly about uncertainty, fear, God’s will, major life transitions, and what it actually looks like to trust God when you don’t know what comes next. Is God’s will really one perfect path? Can yo...

In this episode, PJ shares the life-changing moment he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma and what it was like stepping into the unknown of his first round of chemotherapy. We talk honestly about fear, uncertainty, and the emotional weight that comes with hearing news like that—but also about faith, hope, and finding the strength to keep moving when everything feels shaken. This is a...

One moment. One craving. One trade that changed everything. In this episode, we dive into the story of Jacob and Esau and the shocking decision to exchange a lifelong blessing for a single bowl of soup. It sounds crazy—until you realize how often we do the same thing. From relationships to calling, we explore how easy it is to give up what matters most for what feels good right now. If you’ve ever...

When everything in church gets a paycheck, what happens to serving? In this episode, we unpack the shift from raising volunteers to hiring “doers.” It can feel efficient—and sometimes even necessary—but it may be quietly changing the culture of our churches. Are we still developing people, ownership, and calling… or just paying to get things done? We talk through the tension: stewardship vs. disci...

Comfort might be the biggest threat to the church in America — and nobody wants to talk about it. In this episode, we ask some uncomfortable questions: Has following Jesus become too easy? Have we built churches around convenience instead of conviction? And what happens to our faith when comfort becomes the goal? The early believers in the Acts of the Apostles faced pressure, persecution, and sacr...

In this episode of the Dumb Saints Podcast, we’re asking a question that might make some church leaders uncomfortable:  Are we building the Church… or just building a brand? In a world of livestreams, social media clips, stage design, and viral sermons, it’s easier than ever for churches to look successful. But does looking successful mean we’re actually making disciples? We talk about the tension...

We’re back in the comment seat. In this fourth reaction episode of  The Dumb Saints Podcast , we watched viral clips from churches and preachers across the internet — and let’s just say… not all of them passed the vibe check. Some moments were hilarious. Some were painfully awkward. And some were straight-up “what are we doing?” We talk about the funny, the cringey, and the theologically questiona...

Faithfulness isn’t flashy. It’s not viral. It’s not platform-building. It’s staying. In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Seth Goldsmith of Coastal Church to talk about longevity, small-town ministry, and the grind of showing up year after year. We talk about pastoring in a place like Sebastian, resisting the pressure to chase bigger stages, and why obedience over time matters more than hype....

The church got roasted… and if we’re being honest, we kind of earned it. In this episode, we unpack the viral Druski church skit and why it struck such a nerve. From celebrity pastor responses to preachers saying  absolutely unhinged  things from the pulpit, we talk about how moments like this expose a deeper issue with modern church culture. The world is watching the church—and laughing. The ques...

Random words. Two-minute sermons. Zero prep. Then we got uncomfortably honest about the things we don’t like to admit in church but feel deep down. This one’s messy, real, and very Dumb Saints.  Brain Dump: Preaching Edition .

What does faith look like when it actually costs something? In this episode of  Dumb Saints , we sit down with  missionary Jack Harris , founder of  Global Messenger Services , to talk about the Gospel beyond comfort. Jack shares firsthand stories from the front lines of faith—bringing the Gospel to cannibal tribes, partnering with underground churches in Vietnam, being kicked out of India for “to...

We all have toxic people in our lives—and pretending they don’t exist doesn’t make them go away. In this episode of  Dumb Saints , we talk about what actually makes someone toxic, the red flags to watch for, and why unhealthy behavior often gets ignored or excused. We also wrestle with the harder question: how do you love toxic people without enabling them or losing yourself in the process? This c...

Every January, we convince ourselves that a new calendar will fix old patterns. But what if New Year’s resolutions aren’t just ineffective—what if they’re built to fail? In this episode of Dumb Saints, we rant about why resolutions rarely stick, how they’re rooted more in shame and willpower than repentance and grace, and why the Bible never tells us to wait for January to obey God. We talk stats,...

Christian music didn’t just change styles — it changed cultures. In this episode, we trace the journey from traditional hymns to modern chart-topping worship and CCM, exploring the key eras that shaped the Christian music industry. Along the way, we talk honestly about the strengths, struggles, and tensions each era introduced — ministry and marketing, worship and performance, faith and fame. Whet...

Why are so many young people walking away from modern churches and finding a home in older, more traditional expressions of faith? In this episode, we explore the cultural, spiritual, and emotional forces driving Gen Z toward Catholicism and liturgical Protestant traditions. From a desire for deeper roots and sacred rhythms to frustrations with contemporary worship culture, we dive into the theori...

In this episode of Dumb Saints, we crack open the pages of Scripture your Sunday school teachers definitely skipped. From the prophet who curses a group of kids and unleashes two angry bears, to the dead who walked out of their graves and into town at Jesus’ resurrection—these are the stories that make you say, “Wait… that’s actually in the Bible?” We’ll dive into holy teleportation, ancient necro...

We’re back for our third comment episode, and this time we’re diving into your feedback on our recent conversations about evangelizing to the LGBTQ community. You sent thoughtful questions, critiques, and encouragement, and we’re taking the time to respond with honesty, humility, and a heart for truth. The discussion continues—because real conversations don’t end when the episode does.

Everyone says reaching the LGBTQ+ community is complicated — but what if we’ve made it harder than it needs to be? In this episode, we talk about how to share the Gospel without watering it down, how to love without affirming sin, and what real repentance looks like in a culture that rejects truth.

The Church says it cares about reaching lost people — but are we actually doing it? In this episode of  The Dumb Saints , we take an honest look at why evangelism in the modern church isn’t working and what needs to change  now . We break down  four practical shifts  every church should make if we want to reach the people Jesus actually called us to reach. From strategy to culture to how we talk a...

This week, we’re joined by  Bryce Thompson , the visionary founder of  Joyful Noize  — a  Christian nightclub  that’s shaking up what faith, community, and worship can look like. Bryce opens up about his story — from his early struggles and finding faith to how God gave him the wild idea to turn the  party scene  into a  praise scene.  What started as a dream became a movement: a place where light...

Everybody messes up. Judas and Peter both blew it big time—but only one stuck around long enough to let Jesus redeem the mess. In this episode, we talk about what  active faith  looks like, why “picking Christianity like a favorite color” doesn’t cut it, and how real faith keeps moving even when you fall.

What were you doing at 18? Probably not surviving a stroke and then dedicating your life to telling the world about God’s healing power. Lerato Fridge did exactly that. In this episode, we sit down with Lerato to hear  The Miraculous Comeback of Lerato Fridge  — her wild, hope-filled, and brutally honest story of walking through something unthinkable and coming out with a mission.

Some questions never make it past the pew. They’re whispered in small groups, wrestled with in journals, or left hanging because no one dares ask them out loud. In this episode of  The Dumb Saints Podcast , we dive into  The Questions Your Church Avoids  — the ones that feel too risky, too heavy, or too “off-limits” for Sunday morning. From doubt and suffering to church culture and theology, we’re...