Dec. 11, 2025
Why God? with Kenneth Monroe | S4 EP 377
Discover how one man found hope after losing his wife, daughter, and son in just six years. This powerful testimony explores finding God in the midst of unimaginable grief and trauma. Kenneth Monroe's story addresses childhood abuse, military PTSD, sudden death, losing a child, grief counseling, an…
Nov. 27, 2025
Escaping a Religious Cult | S4 EP376
376: A woman's powerful journey from religious extremism to authentic faith reveals the stark difference between controlling religion and true Christianity. Growing up in the Fraternal Society of St. Peter meant living under strict rules, complete isolation, and predetermined life paths. At 12 year…
Nov. 20, 2025
From Stay-At-Home Dad To State Representative | S4 EP375
375: What happens when a stay-at-home dad with a decade of youth outreach experience decides to run for the Texas House? We sit down with District 50 candidate John Hash to map the road from everyday life to the state Capitol, translating committee-speak, ballot rules, and campaign realities into p…
Nov. 13, 2025
What Does Freedom Feel Like? | S4 EP 374
374: A 15-minute walk into a Venezuelan church changed everything. Manny grew up in Iran with loving, educated parents, a strict culture, and a head full of questions no one would answer. Kickboxing and Muay Thai gave him structure; wrestling shaped his base; but joy in worship—clapping, singing, s…
Nov. 6, 2025
Faith, Finances, And The Courage To Give | S4 EP 373
373: What if your most generous years aren’t behind you, but right in front of you? We sit down with Jake Ridley, a faith-driven wealth advisor and church board treasurer, to unpack how a clear plan and a grounded theology of money can turn fear into purposeful action. From estate strategies that n…
Oct. 30, 2025
Owning Pride and Preparing for Marriage | S4 EP372
372: Pride shows up in strange outfits, and ours wore a white dress. We share how engagement exposed pride, how confession and forgiveness changed the room, and why gratitude lowers anxiety. Then we answer a listener’s question on the parable of the ten virgins and explain why oil symbolizes the Ho…
Oct. 27, 2025
Mutual Submission, Marriage, And Leadership | S4 EP371
371: A throwaway line about “mutual submission” sparked a storm—and a much-needed deep dive. We open the Bible, sit with the tension, and then walk into the real-life mess of engagement, decision-making, and what loving leadership actually looks like when two strong people share a future. No formul…
Oct. 16, 2025
Courts, Conscience, And The Clash Of Ideas | S4 EP370
370: A Supreme Court fight, a crisis of conscience, and a hard look at justice—this conversation moves fast and cuts deep. We open with Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors and why the 10th Circuit’s framing of “harmful professional conduct” raises alarms for counselors who practice fait…
Oct. 13, 2025
How Christians Should Judge
Discover the fascinating world of priests who served God before the Mosaic Law was established. This podcast delves into the significant roles of Melchizedek and Jethro as spiritual intermediaries in ancient times. Learn how Jethro, Moses' father-in-law and priest of Midian, recognized Yahweh as th…
Oct. 3, 2025
Priests Before the Law | S4 EP 369
369: A simple question about “priests before the Law” opens a door into one of Scripture’s most fascinating arcs. We trace the roles of prophet, priest, and king before Sinai, explore Jethro’s surprising faithfulness, and sit with the mystery of Melchizedek—king of Salem, priest of God Most High—wh…
Oct. 2, 2025
Heart, Politics, and the Gospel | S4 EP368
368: A stadium filled with worship, national leaders in the room, and the gospel preached without flinching—some moments refuse to stay “cultural.” We unpack why Charlie Kirk's memorial became a spiritual inflection point and how it’s stirring unexpected courage, repentance, and renewed interest in…
Sept. 18, 2025
Navigating Politics, Tragedy, and Personal Boundaries as Christians
Pastor Plek and guest co-host Ruben Campos from Lifeway navigate the challenging intersection of faith and politics in an increasingly polarized world. They explore how Christian leaders should respond to political violence, cultural controversies, and personal questions of faith in everyday life.
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Sept. 7, 2025
Navigating Truth in Deception: Biblical Lessons from Samuel
When is deception morally justified? It's a question that challenges our understanding of biblical ethics. In this thought-provoking episode, Holland and Chris tackle the fascinating case of Samuel in 1 Samuel 16, where God himself instructs his prophet to conceal his true mission of anointing Davi…
Aug. 29, 2025
Nephilim, Demons, and Divine Councils: Exploring the Unseen Realm
What if everything you thought you knew about angels, demons, and the spiritual realm was just scratching the surface? This episode dives deep into Michael Heiser's groundbreaking book "The Unseen Realm" and explores how it transforms our understanding of the Bible's supernatural worldview.
Ready …
Aug. 14, 2025
Faith In Real Life
In today's episode we explore the dangers of neglecting our salvation and how to navigate cultural tensions as Christians in today's complex world.
• How spiritual and material worlds converge in our daily lives
• When we neglect our salvation, we miss seeing God at work around us
• The challenge …
Aug. 7, 2025
Understanding Israel's Past and Future | S4 EP362
362: Dive into a fascinating biblical mystery as Pastor Plek and Pastor Holland unravel a perplexing passage from Hosea that seems to contradict God's earlier commands. Why would God punish Jehu for bloodshed in Jezreel when He had specifically ordered him to eliminate Ahab's descendants? The answe…