The Family Pulpit Podcast

In this episode of Notes from the Pulpit, I offer a point of clarification on the relationship between Revelation, Scripture, and the Bible. Based on a comment from the latest FPP show (Unscripted), I wanted to make sure that I was clear on the Bible. Despite how often use Scripture and Bible interchangeably, there are some differences. Is it nuanced? Yes, but it's also historically important.

In this Unscripted episode it's anything goes. The co-host takes us back to the future before we tackle such topics as the potential for an AI bubble, Divine Revelation, and the ever-increasing narrative of Aliens, including the latest from Rep. Luna and her mention of Enoch as a lost book of the Bible. Strap in, you're guaranteed to be both entertained and educated.

Are we at the point of end time deception? Perhaps more than any other period in history (that I can recall) the Lord's Name is being used in a number of contexts, especially by the political right aka MAGA. Is it genuine? Is it a political weapon or for diplomacy? We tackle this question in the context of rising Christian Nationalism and the intersection of the Political Gospel with Evangelicalis...

In this episode, the FPP duo tackle the second of four major influences on work by discussing the Industrial Revolution(s). They briefly review all 4 IR's before looking at historical responses and the damage that was done to the family, to the meaning of work, and the rise of specialization. They mention Rory Groves, Allan C. Carlson, the controversial subject of Distributism, Karl Marx all w...

Israel is probably the most controversial and polarizing subject in the world today. But how do we navigate this issue? Does dispensationalism help? What about Abraham? What role did the Moral Majority play in evangelicals and conservatives joining hands in support of Israel? In this episode, we'll discuss how we begin to think through this issue, perhaps in a non-traditional way, grounded in...

In this mobile edition of Notes from the Pulpit we ask the question, Is America a Christian Nation? In light of the rise of Christian Nationalism, which has co-opted MAGA and continues to promote the Political Gospel, this question has become all the more important. It's complicated and answering yes may not lead where you think it does. For more on these issues, and the source for how that qu...

In this episode of Notes from the Pulpit, I comment on Charlie Kirk's recent murder and then introduce the topic of the political gospel, one that I've been writing on consistently for over 15 years. Please note this was recorded 9/18/25

In this episode, the FPP duo return to the subject of work to begin a series on 4 historical movements that have shaped the meaning of work today. First up is the Platonic influence on the Institutional Church as it guided and shaped what work looked like for centuries. Rather than be satisfied with the “inherited position” be informed about how we got where we are today through this informative,...

We have believed the lie of individualism that has been perpetuated by a system into which we were born, a system of Platonic Influence, Post-Industrial Revolution world of compulsory government-run education that has created a feministic society. In this (mobile edition) podcast, we lay it all out, from AI to Four main movements that have ruined the concept of work and the family. Mobile edition...

In this episode, the FPP duo begin introducing their discussion on AI, transhumanism, etc. with a surprise. Mostly unscripted, we delve into the topics of AI advancement by the Trump administration, how ChatGPT isn't as smart as people think it is, what it can do to your brain, and how to fight the coming tide of AI job replacement. Get ready for an exciting new episode full of The Family Pulpit P...

Before we launch into Episode 6’s exploration of artificial intelligence—its promises, pitfalls, and theological implications—we take a step back to review the ground we’ve already covered. This special recap episode walks through the key insights from our first four episodes, connecting the dots and sharpening the framework that will guide our next discussion. Whether you’re a new listener needin...

In this latest episode, the FPP duo pick up on the subject of work from episode 3 with a review and the addition of a few additional points on Genesis 2's principle of work. In the discussion, which is deep in this episode, they also provide a brief historical overview of work. All of this, including episodes 1-3, are to prepare you for addressing and dealing with AI.

In this second episode of Notes from the Pulpit we supplement episode 3 from our main podcast in which we discussed work, especially as it originated with man in the garden (Genesis 1-2). Two key themes were introduced there, man as a priest and placed in the Temple-Garden. It is on these two points that we expand with a survey of several relevant and helpful theological books. Man’s original work...

In this episode, the TFP duo examine Genesis to get a foundation of what work was originally meant to be and discover that it was always to be linked with our worship. In other words, as the cohost stated it, worship is to sustain our work. After laying a foundation, a brief OT survey of developments in work is given before providing a helpful summary. This episode was both educational AND enterta...

In this episode, there a launch of a new format to go a little more in depth or foundational with various topics. Here, the topic of work is introduced by interacting with an article written by author Dorothy Sayers entitled "Why Work?" Sayers, a mystery/crime fiction writer from the 1920s-50s, wrote this insightful article on work in 1942. I'll interact and quote extensively from her while offeri...

In this latest episode, the FPP dua switch roles for an unscripted episode. You never know what you're going to get when that happens. It's an entertaining show with a point of emphasis on how we can counter the effects that technology has on us.

In this episode, the FPP duo pick up on the theme of creation from the last show with an introductory overview of man as created in the image of God ( imago Dei ). They discuss three helpful aspects of man as created in the imago Dei and summarize Scripture's 4 distinct uses of this phrase including: Created man, Post-fall man, Jesus: the God-Man, and Redeemed man. By understanding the image o...

In this premiere episode the FPP duo tackle creation and evolution by introducing 6 popular views on the origin of our world. Touching on these views they also discuss the Sabbath, transhumanism, via the Huxley's, and an overview the first three verses of Genesis.

Our new podcast launch with a special fun-fact share. Our podcast is a firmly Christian, father-son audio that includes us chatting sharing each other's thoughts on theology, philosophy, and current events. Sit down, get some popcorn and enjoy the discussion!