The Innerfire Podcast

This may be the most important series we've ever made. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss heaven, hell, and the blood that will be on our hands if we deny the Great Commission. 0:00 - Introduction 2:46 - The erasure of hell 6:35 - The Great Commission 11:06 - Why don’t we talk about hell anymore? 15:34 - Addressing universalism 21:46 - How eternity clarifies the Christian life 30:53 -...

Sports are an enjoyable and healthy form of leisure. But when removed from its proper place, it becomes something truly ugly. Scotty and Andrew discuss Christian sportsmanship, as well as books and hobbies. 0:00 - Introduction 1:33 - Overemphasizing sports 9:22 - Missing church to play ball 10:56 - Sports as a microcosm of life 17:52 - Scotty’s advice to parents 20:29 - Playing for the love of the...

What kind of music should Christians listen to? What really is the difference between sacred and secular music? What does it mean for music to be good? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss music from a Christian perspective, as well as video games and comedy. 0:00 - Introduction 5:46 - The power of music 7:02 - Sacred vs secular music 15:46 - What does it mean for music to be good? 25:53 - E...

What kind of movies and TV have you been watching lately? And what effect are they having on your relationship with God? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the spiritual hazards that lurk within modern film and television. 0:00 - Introduction 3:21 - What the Bible says about entertainment; The Golden Calf 6:33 - Samson and exploitation entertainment 12:45 - What does the Bible say about wh...

We all need a break from work periodically. But in our leisure, are we taking a break from being a Christian too? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that we must glorify God in our leisure. 0:00 - Introduction 1:34 - What is leisure? 5:00 - What do we never take a break from? 10:09 - What’s the difference between rest and leisure? 13:50 - Why leisure is a spiritual issue 20:03 - Is f...

Who is your enemy? And how can you show him love today? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the biblical command to love our enemies as well as many practical issues of friendship. 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Who is your enemy? 7:32 - Love your enemies 18:41 - Can men and women be friends? 22:52 - How do you make new friends? 31:34 - How to deal with one-sided friendships 37:27 - Friendship...

It's easy to be friendly to the people we like, respect, and admire. But what about the people that annoy us, get under our skin, or cannot reciprocate our kindness? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that Christian friendship means serving others, expecting nothing in return. 0:00 - Introduction 1:51 - “Who is my neighbor?” 8:38 - Christian friendship does not come naturally 11...

What does it mean to be a good friend? Should we be friends with unbelievers? Is God our friend? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew search the Scriptures for answers to these questions.  0:00 - Introduction 1:08 - The Bible’s wisdom about friendship  4:55 - Should we be friends with unbelievers? 17:54 - Wisdom about friendship continued  22:48 - The example of David and Jonathan 33:31 - How faithf...

Honey is much more than a sweet, luxurious treat. In the Bible, it is a vehicle for deep theological truths. In this article, Andrew dives into those truths, discussing gluttony, asceticism, and the ultimate solution to sins of consumption. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/in...

What is a true friend and why do we need them? In part one of this series on friendship, Scotty and Andrew lay a foundation for the conversation about how to live out the Word in our friendships. 0:00 - Introduction 1:43 - What is a friend? 19:50 - Why have friends? 37:46 - The danger of fringe internet communities 40:05 - The value of criticism 41:38 - How friends can lead us stray 44:50 - Closin...

Is technology helping or hurting you live out your faith? In this article, Johnna poses this and other questions that we should all ask ourselves concerning our use of technology. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en The Innerfire Podcast Apple: https:/...

Social media: we can't live without it. Or can we? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take a hard look at the temptations posed by social media and how to address them, as well as the issue of rampant internet pornography. 0:00 - Introduction 1:15 - An entry from Andrew’s journal 10:06 - How social media colors our experience of reality 14:22 - Sacrificing the good for the sake of the best 20...

Many of us continually adopt new technologies. But are we aware of the impact these technologies have on our spiritual health? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the dangers that modern technologies pose to our relationships with God and others. 0:00 - Introduction 1:46 - What can an ancient text teach us about technology? 12:56 - The Tower of Babel: globalism and utopia 29:10 - Andrew’s p...

We all pass beggars on the side of the road from time to time. But do we give to them? Should we? In this article, Andrew provides an answer, addressing commonly raised issues along the way. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerfireministries/?hl=en The Innerfire Podcast App...

Diet. Exercise. Mental health. Drugs. Alcohol. Caffeine. Stress. Sleep. Yoga. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew dive into the topic of health maintenance from a Christian perspective, painting a picture of a healthy lifestyle lived for God's glory. 0:00 - Introduction 2:31 - Health as a result of living in tune with God’s design 12:09 - Living naturally vs. living as God intended 13:27 - Thi...

Have you ever heard a sermon on physical health? Have you ever had a small group meeting about it? Is health even a spiritual issue? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew argue that health is a spiritual issue and discuss what it means to live out the Word in your health. 0:00 - Introduction 1:33 - Why talk about this? 7:53 - The church’s neglect of health 24:01 - Being healthy makes us better Kingdo...

Are New Testament Christians required to tithe? Are we permitted to take on debt? Is there a difference between investing and gambling? How much should I leave to my kids when I die? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on these questions about money, seeking to provide biblical answers for each. 0:00 - Introduction 1:50 - Tithing and giving to Kingdom-building organizations 21:11 - Debt 30:39...

How we use our money is one of the clearest indicators of what we value. What does your bank account say about you? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on the issues of money, wealth, poverty, and giving, examining each through the lens of Scripture. 0:00 - Introduction 2:05 - What does your bank account say about your relationship with God? 10:03 - Scotty’s experience with money 11:39 - How s...

How often, when asked how you're doing, do you repeat the stock answer–"Tired"? Have you considered that this is not pleasing to the Lord? In this article, Scotty explains the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual rest in the Christian life. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: http...

Do you struggle with whether or not to go into the office on Sunday? Have a hard time respecting your boss? Not sure how to share the Gospel with your coworkers? This podcast is for you. Scotty and Andrew continue their conversation about work, hitting on the sabbath, leadership, and workplace evangelism. 0:00 - Introduction 2:58 - The Sabbath 28:37 - How to be a good employee 41:22 - How to be a...

Why do you work? And why do you work the way that you work? Is it to get more money, to please your superiors, or just to get by? Or it is to lay up treasures in Heaven? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew ask some fundamental questions about work and provide answers from Scripture. 0:00 - Introduction 1:26 - Episode 50! 2:59 - The current state of work in our society 18:13 - Is work meaningful? 26...

Corporal punishment, or spanking, has recently become very unpopular. Is it just a brutal, archaic practice or a wise and useful one? In this article, Johnna debunks two myths about spanking, upholding it as the biblical approach to discipline. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

We all want to see our kids grow into godly men and women, but it seems we are faced with obstacles every step of the way. In this episode, we bring on counselor, author, and speaker David Thomas to share his expertise on overcoming the challenges of raising godly children. 0:00 - Introduction 0:46 - Introduction to David Thomas 2:47 - What is this generation facing that past generations did not f...

Men and women are different. It's not only plainly true; it's a blessing. In this article, Courtnee defends complementarianism, explaining how it is embedded in nature, glorifying to God, and beneficial to those who uphold it. Website: https://innerfire.com Merch: https://innerfire.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnerFireMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerf...

As our culture continues to turn away from God, the family continues to collapse. How can we save our families, and by extension, our society, from these destructive trends? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew go through the Scriptures on family, revealing a philosophy that is not only true, but deeply countercultural. For more on the topics discussed today, check out these episodes: Scott Shepherd...