In this episode, Andy, Jeff and Zack reflect on their Easter experiences, discussing family gatherings, the importance of community, and whatever Donald Trump's Easter greeting was. They explore the challenges of admitting wrongness in personal beliefs and the current political discourse, emphasizing the need for humility and openness to change. Th…

Find out how the Bible, and more specifically the story of "Jesus interaction with the woman caught in adultery," might be a Rorschach test revealing what you believe about sin, judgment, grace, forgiveness, etc. Politics and life got you on edge? Just focus on Jesus says Jeff. But what does that even mean, and how is it applicable in our day-to-da…

"For the longest time, Paul's Epistle to the Romans has been used to justify misogyny, homophobia, eternal conscious torment, and blind allegiance to the State. However, the truth is that the Apostle Paul never intended his letter to the Church in Rome to teach any of those things. That's why co-authors Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano have col…

In this episode, the bros explore various themes, including their podcasting journey, humorous skiing mishaps, the death of the controversial figure of the ‘Cussing Pastor’ Thaddeus Matthews, and the complexities of forgiveness and authenticity in faith. They discuss the balance between being genuine and appropriate in their conversations, reflecti…

In episode 254 of Bros Bibles & Beer, Andy, Jeff, and Zack explore various themes including the contrast between the kingdom of God and human empires, the burden of forgiveness, and the implications of personal grooming. Don't tell us we don't have a lot of range! We also discuss the role of USAID in American foreign policy, the cognitive dissonanc…

In this conversation, Andy, Jeff & Zack explore the complexities of faith, questioning the effectiveness of their beliefs and the struggles that come with them. They discuss the challenges of adhering to Christian teachings in a difficult world, the disillusionment with prosperity theology, and the search for joy beyond material possessions. The im…

Apologies for the audio quality. Due to a demon infecting the ones & zeros we were forced to use our backup recording. In this episode of Bros Bibles and Beer, we explore various themes including the divisive experience of trying a unique pickle beer, the divisiveness in politics and society, the role of social media in amplifying these divisions, …

Voting day always comes with its unique stories, doesn't it? Imagine the surprise on my face when one of us decided to write in their dad's name as a candidate! Episode 250 of Bros Bibles & Beer takes you on an introspective journey through the aftermath of the elections, mixing humor with a dash of political exhaustion. We share our personal exper…

What if we discovered beyone any doubt that extraterrestrial intelligent life existeed? What would that mean for Christianity, in particular in terms of Christology? Would Jesus need to die for them, supposing they needed saving? Let's explore that question!By J. Brian Huffling

What do you do when your beliefs collide with your ballot? Would Jesus Vote? And if so, who would he vote for? Recently Josh Howerton of LakepointeChurch gave a sermon titled "How To Vote Like Jesus". We use a couple of clips from that as a springboard into this incredible conversation. We are not on the same page in this one. Our exploration veers…

Art and Brenda Greco join us for a conversation that's both engaging and insightful, giving us a glimpse into their journey through faith, culture, and marriage. We dive into the joys and sometimes hilarious challenges of marriage decision-making dynamics, where Brenda’s calming influence often keeps Art's bold personality in check. We tackle the c…

Surprising new data is in on whether GenZ men or women are leaving the church. We dig into and get all robust with this conversation. Are young men feeling isolated, unsupported, and under constant attack in today's culture? When they turn to the church for guidance, they often find little support, leading many to seek controversial internet figure…

In episode 246 We have presidential debate hot-takes & discuss whether, according to @ChristianityTodayMagazine, public schools are a training ground for our kid's faith. Or in Kirk Cameron's words, "We’re gonna have little kids that come back as little Marxists, little statists, little drag queens, strippers, drug dealers and, you name it” We reac…

This is episode 245! We highlight something good a church did! Good news. On a podcast. Who knew? Now YOU do. A teenage boy known for attending church alone, without his parents, had an opportunity to share the Gospel with his father after the church, The Alter Fellowship in Johnson City, Tennessee partnered with a national program to pay off aroun…

In episode 244 we are joined by Paul Gibbs, founder of Pais Movement to talk about what it looks like to live a life on a Kingdom-centric mission the way Jesus modeled it. You've heard the slogan "What Would Jesus Do?". But Paul thinks it may be better to ask, "What did Jesus do?", and then go and do likewise. Paul Clayton Gibbs is the Founder and …

In episode 243, we dive into the debate surrounding the Olympic opening ceremony and its potential impact on Christian viewers. We explore whether the ceremony's elaborate performances and symbolic elements cross the line of respect for Christian beliefs. Is everyone just waiting to be offended by something? Are there bigger problems to worry about…

In episode 242, we dive headlong into the recent assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump, a shocking event that has sent ripples through the nation. How should we, as Christians, respond to such acts of violence and turmoil? Was divine intervention at play in protecting the former president? And how can we embody the role of peacemak…

In episode 241, with Jeff doing Cabo-type things in Cabo, Andy and Zack ride the tandem digital bike to podcasting greatness. We briefly recap the Robert Morris scandal by reacting to a clip of a sermon/speech from years ago where he seemingly accidentally confesses to the abuse of Cindy Clemishire. Then we react to our most viral/controversial cli…

I thought it was appropriate to offer a Christian response to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.By J. Brian Huffling

The doctrine of the Trinity is a very difficult one to understand. Many misunderstand the orthodox teaching. There are many bad examples and models. In this episode I answer questions from the Classical Theology community on the Trinity. Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4cTpHuQ Decision Making and the Will of …

Robert Morris, founder of Gateway Church in Texas has been accused of past abuse of a girl who was twelve at the time. We react to a video from CBN News where the accuser, Cindy Clemishire, now 54, describes her experiences then and now as this story continues to build and develop. Four members of the Gateway Church Board of Elders, including Rober…

What is the Word Faith movement and why did I leave it? Word Faith teachers such as Kenneth Copeland have made some of the most heretical and outlandish statements regarding God, Jesus, and man. Check out this episode to hear some of those statements and see what the problem with the Word Faith movement is. Affiliate Links to Books A Different Gosp…

How should Christians think about the presidential debate, the candidates, and the issues? This episode examines some of the issues that were brought up in the debate from a Christian perspective.By J. Brian Huffling

Molinism, while not new, has become a popular theological position which tries to show how God can be soveriegn and omniscient while also allowing man to have free will. In this episode I explain what Molinism is and offer 4 obejctions to it. Affiliate Links to Books "On Divine Foreknowledge: Part 4 of the Concordia" by Louis de Molina: https://amz…

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Is it possible for God to exist given all of the evil in the world? This episode discuss a book debate between Michael Shermer, Gary Whittenberger, and Brian Huffling. God, Evil, and Morality: A Debate: (Affiliate Link) https://amzn.to/3Vz8IXY Discussion with Michael Shermer: https://brianhuffling.com/debates/…

The moral argument is a good argument, but we cannot make this often made mistake.By J. Brian Huffling

What did C. S. Lewis say about God? He was a prolific writer and made several interesting and good arguments for God's existence and Christianity. Classic Christian Thinkers (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VBF3hR Mere Christianity (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VBF3hRBy J. Brian Huffling

Blaise Pascal made a wager for God's existence. Check out what he has to say about that in this episode.By J. Brian Huffling

What do military chaplains do? Can they pray in Jesus' name? Why does the military even have chaplains? Check out this episode to find out!By J. Brian Huffling

John Calvin is one of the most divisive theolgians in church history. What does he teach and what is Calvinism? Affiliate Links: Classic Christian Thinkers Book: https://amzn.to/3JUem1m The Extent of the Atonement: https://amzn.to/3Qz4Iow The Death Christ Died: https://amzn.to/4bv27ns Calvin's Institutes: https://amzn.to/4bxsxVZ…

Some Christians argue that philosophy is pagan and bad. Is this true? Did Paul use philosophy? Can we really avoid it? In this episode, I argue that the Bible does not argue against philosophy and that it is actually impossible not to do.By J. Brian Huffling