The Go To Hell Podcast

We discuss a variety of topics this week: Galatians 5:1-6 (10:58) Bounded and Centered Sets - https://redeeminggod.com/bounded-sets-centered-sets/ John 15:15 (45:30) A Christian perspective on America’s mission to fight for other people's freedom. (01:02:30) Beer of the Week  Societe / Moonlight Dry Hopped Black Lager Collab (03:22) Lagunitas Island Beats Tropical IPA (01:15:42)

Tim & Colton conclude their survey of Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis, finishing up Book 4. Topics include, The Obstinate Toy Soldiers, Is Christianity Hard or Easy?, Counting the Cost, and Nice People or New Men. Beer of the Week (06:10): MachineHead Brewing Co . Down on the Upside West Coast IPA

After a brief Hot Topic and Cleanup on Aisle 5, we continue Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis by discussing Book 4, “Beyond Personality: Or First Steps in the Doctrine of the Trinity”. (22:27) Discussion includes First Steps in the Doctrine of the Trinity: First Steps Making and Begetting; The Three-Personal God, and Time and Beyond Time. Beer of the Week (04:11) Lagunitas IPA MachineHead Brewing Co...

Tim and Colton continue Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis by discussing Book 3, “Christian Behavior”. (09:20) Discussion includes: why the West’s immense wealth and prosperity might contribute to the decline of Christianity; Christianity should inform your politics, not the other way around; chastity; Christian charity; hate the sin and not the sinner; pride is the greatest of sins; and others. Beer...

Colton whines about his sports teams. Next, we briefly hit a Hot Topic, discussing a recent article in Time Magazine, “ Predictions about the decline of Christianity in America may be premature ”. (09:17)  Then Tim and Colton continue Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis by discussing part of Book 3, “Christian Behavior”. (17:05) Beer of the Week (04:39) MachineHead Brewing Co . Danklands Hazy IPA Than...

Colton and Tim continue to dissect and discuss Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis. First, they reflect on what we are seeing with artificial intelligence and how it relates to Lewis's critique of instinct being what informs human morality, as discussed in Book 1 (8:25). Then they delve into Book 2 of Mere Christianity, "What Christians Believe" (22:03). Beer of the Week (5:17) and (36:55) Pizza Port...

Tim and Colton begin their survey of C.S Lewis’s seminal work, Mere Christianity. First, we provide a biography of Lewis (19:20). Then we break down and discuss book one of Mere Christianity (38:38). Beer of the Week (10:43): Cooperage Brewing Company Hoppy Little Trees IPA Cooperage Brewing Company Clear & Loathing DDH DIPA Russian River Brewing Co. - Hop Father IPA   Show voiceovers courtesy of...

Colton and Tim continue to answer existential questions from a Christian perspective. Questions: What existed before the universe was created? (00:55); If we rid the world of corruption, would this solve poverty? (05:31); Would knowing the date of your death affect how you live life? (08:31); Can a human fathom the true depths of reality and existence? (11:26); Is wisdom or intelligence more usefu...

This week's Hot Topic is the recent mass shooting in Nashville (8:44). Then Colton and Tim continue to answer existential questions from a Christian perspective: Do you believe in fate? (20:00); What is humanity’s biggest mistake? (26:28); Is suicide ever justified? (34:05); Is taking human life ever justified? (45:00); Does suffering improve you as a person? (47:47). Beer of the Week (2:44): Anch...

He is risen, indeed! In this bonus Easter episode, Tim and Colton reflect on Easter Week by reading and responding to a wonderful essay,  Prayers For Judas by Timothy Nerozzi; and a quote from Richard John Neuhaus. “Maundy Thursday is so called because that night, the night before he was betrayed, Jesus gave the command, the mandatum, that we should love one another. Not necessarily with the love...

Colton and Tim continue to answer existential questions from a Christian perspective. They wrap up the episode with a little discussion about rock music, including a dispute about what are the best albums of all time.  Show opener voiceover courtesy of ElevenLabs Please subscribe, rate, and review.  Post your comments, questions, criticisms, or an invitation to Hades at https://gotohellpodcast.sub...

Colton and Tim continue to grapple with existential questions from a Christian perspective. Beer of the Week Societe / Moonlight Roustabout Imperial IPA Show opener voiceover and me courtesy of ElevenLabs Please subscribe, rate and review.  Post your comments, questions, criticisms, or an invitation to Hades at https://gotohellpodcast.substack.com . Hit us up at Twitter: @TheGoToHellPod and Instag...

Colton and Tim tackle existential questions from a Christian perspective. Colton referenced a TED Talk, Want to be happy? Be grateful - David Steindl-Rast https://ed.ted.com/lessons/3f005sIG Beer of the Week: Societe / Moonlight Black IPA Collab Big Sky Brewing Co. Space Goat Pale Ale Show opener voiceover and me courtesy of ElevenLabs Please subscribe, rate and review.    Post your comments, ques...

Apologies… due to busy schedules this episode is lightly edited. Tim & Colton discuss a variety of Hot Topics. West Coast vs East Coast IPA’s; how the decline of basic Bible literacy (and other great literature) can cripple one’s understanding of the depth and symbolism in most fiction, including movies and tv shows; male and female pastors; why it’s important to have men in church; Joel Osteen; a...

In part 2, Tim and Colton respond to a Facebook comment. Then they react to another example of Neo-Puritanism running amock, pinning a scarlet letter on a teenager for doing what teenagers all too often do… being careless. Beer of the Week :  Dust Bowl Brewery Liquid Confessional Double IPA   Show opener voiceover courtesy of ElevenLabs Please subscribe, rate and review.  Post your comments, quest...

In part 1 of the episode, Tim & Colton tease out previous topics. We start with a followup discussion about Christianity, the Church and mental health. This time we focus on trauma and PTSD. Is the Bible and prayer enough? (Uh, NO!) Then we delve deeper into Colton's theory about how one's reading comprehension level and reading the Bible might be a problem when reading it. Is it and if so what ca...

Tim and Colton are joined by Tim’s son Jeff, a sheriff deputy and Okie from Muskogee. First, we have a quick discussion about Colton’s crackpot theory that people who can’t read well might not be reading the Bible. Is it that crackpot? Then we dive into a discussion about loving your enemies. For most of us, it’s probably the hardest commandment of Jesus' to follow. What does it mean, and why and...

This podcast was originally recorded on November 15, 2022, the week after we recorded our episode We've Got To Do Better, responding to Buzzfeed remarks about people leaving the church. Tim and Colton start with a follow-up discussion about tithing and the importance of giving to your church. Then we transition to what will be an ongoing theme in the podcast… is your faith shaped more by being an...

Part 2. BuzzFeed asked the former Christians of its community to tell it the turning point that made them leave their religion. We discuss some of the stories they shared. Topics include divorce, the lasting effects of generational sin, suicide, and tithing. Many include incredibly misguided and destructive views expressed by Christians, including pastors. Asshats of Christianity! Folks, we’ve got...

Part 1. BuzzFeed asked the former Christians of its community to tell it the turning point that made them leave their religion. We discuss some of the stories they shared. Topics include divorce, the lasting effects of generational sin, suicide and tithing. Many include incredibly misguided and destructive views expressed by Christians, including pastors. Asshats of Christianity! Folks, we’ve got...

In this bonus episode of Go to Hell at the Movies: Chariots of Fire, Tim shares some fun facts about the movie that forever ruin it for Colton.   Please subscribe, rate and review.  Post your comments, questions, criticisms, or an invitation to Hades at https://gotohellpodcast.substack.com . Hit us up at Twitter: @TheGoToHellPod and Instagram: @gotohellpod Email us at tim@gotohellpodcast.com or co...

Tim and Colton break down the movie Chariots of Fire, a 1981 British historical drama that tells the story of two athletes in the 1924 Olympics. Eric Liddell, a devout Scottish Christian who runs for the glory of God, and Harold Abrahams, an English Jew who runs to overcome prejudice. The film was directed by Hugh Hudson and starred Ian Charleson and Ben Cross. Chariots of Fire won four Academy Aw...

We start with a TikTok video by Dan McClellan in which he responds to a strange video claiming if you don't call Jesus by his "correct" name, you're going to hell. Check out Dan's TikTok channel for other insiteful and entertaining videos on Christianity and the Bible. https://www.tiktok.com/@maklelan/video/7176438853212032302?_r=1&_t=8YOXnZUQbwU&is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7176438853212032302 Next...

Tim and Colton have their friend Andy make another guest appearance on the show. We start and finish this episode by discussing whether laws and modern rules in the workplace sometimes lead us to fail to take the right action as Christians (or just as human beings). But the conversation morphs into a very interesting discussion about the many complexities and difficulties in today's classroom and...

This episode was recorded in early November 2022. Tim and Colton discuss two hot topics. First NASCAR driver Ty Gibbs envokes Jesus when asked about getting booed by fans. What could go wrong??? Second, a young hockey player is still being penalized for something awful he did in junior high. When is it time to forgive? What lesson can Christians take from these stories?  Beer of the Week: Dust Bow...