This one's for everyone who wants to stop ____, but can't. Fill in the blank yourself. We all have our things. The things that eat at us, tear us down, make us less of ourselves. But somehow - at the same time - they're the things we can't stop.

St. Augustine's story has had a massive influence on my life. I hope the small slice of it you hear today can help you too. For under $10, buy a copy of his spiritual autobiography, Confessions: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Saint-Augustine

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Scientists get disciplines. Athletes get disciplines. Well - theologians get disciplines too.

Today, we're exploring these 5 fascinating areas of theological research/expertise.

1. Exegesis
2. Biblical Theology
3. Historical Theology
4. Systematic Theology
5. Practical Theology

This episode cannot only introduce you to these super interesting areas of theological study, it can also give you a glimpse into what professional theologians actually spend all their time doing - AND it can give you a roadmap for your own theological study.

Here is an essay from Andy Naselli that is more simplified than the one mentioned in the episode: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/theological-method/

And here is a link to the fuller, more complicated essay: https://andynaselli.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-D-A-Carsons-Theological-Method.pdf

Enjoy!

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If you're the sort of person who...

• Wonders how the Old Testament applies to us today,
• Is concerned about the state the church is in,
• And LOVES digging deep into God's word,

Then this is a conversation you can't miss.

Leigh is a passionate follower of God and the Messiah and has wrestled with the Bible on lots of important issues.

Today, Leigh and I go deep on...

• The true name of God and the Messiah,
• The implications their names have for our interpretation of the Old Testament,
• How the apostle Paul understood the Old Testament,
• And so much more!

Feel free to message or email me at the addresses below if there's a topic you want Leigh and I to get into in any future dialogues we have. Enjoy!

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Have you ever seen a Christian make the sign of the cross? You might think this practice is a weird Catholic thing. But, when you look at the historical and biblical context for it, it looks a lot more like it's just a Christian thing.

In today's episode, we're digging into the roots of the sign of the cross. When did the church start doing this? Why did they start doing it? What does the Bible have to say about the sign of the cross? And what's the deep, hidden meaning in this simple ritual.

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Jesus prayed for his church to be united in purpose just as him and the Father are united in purpose. When I look around at the church today and see thousands of denominations - it seems like we're failing pretty miserably.

Today, I get to sit down with Greg Thiessen, who teaches History of Christianity among his other awesome roles at Columbia Bible College. We discuss how the united Church of the New Testament split into the groups we see today, whether or not denominations are a bad thing, and why we all can't "just love Jesus".

Stick around to the end of the episode for a brand new segment: Hot Seat. I saved a super difficult question for Greg for the very end and put him on the spot. Basically, the question is: Can a person deny the Trinity and yet still be saved by Jesus Christ? Greg's answer is interesting, shocking, and something that requires a lot of reflection on my part. If you want to hear some of my post-interview thoughts on Greg's answer, listen to the separate bonus episode, Hot Seat: Can You Deny the Trinity and Be Saved?, which will be released after this episode.

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Have you ever wanted to sit down with a Catholic and figure out just what they believe?

Today, I get the chance to have a conversation with Father Giovanni Schiesari, the priest at a local Catholic parish. We get to talk about his journey to becoming a priest, what Catholics think about the Reformation, whether we're saved by faith or by works, and lots more.

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To be a Christian, you must believe Jesus is God. But, if that's true, then why did Jesus never say he was God?

This episode, we're exploring that highly important question like this:

• Steelmanning the question (i.e., making our job harder)
  • Can't run to the Gospel of John!
  • Let's use the earliest Gospel: Mark
• (1) Weak evidence from Mark
• (2) Interesting evidence from Mark
• (3) Strong evidence from Mark
• Recap: The complexity of who Jesus is

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Wrapping up our Sacraments Series with a short meditation on the practical, every-day impact of your understanding of the sacraments.

Tune in next week as we dive into our new series, Gender Trouble: A Christian Approach to Gender and Identity.

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Have you ever wanted to understand why you eat bread and drink wine (or grape juice!) at church? Do Roman Catholics really believe the bread and wine are Jesus' actual body and blood? Tune in today for these and a bunch of other questions.

Check out the four views of the Lord's Supper we're looking at today:

1. The Roman Catholic View - The Elements Become Jesus' Physical Body and Blood (Transubstantiation)
2. The Lutheran View - Jesus' Physical Body and Blood are In, With, and Under the Elements (Consubstantiation)
3. The Reformed View - Jesus' Is Spiritually Present In the Elements (Real Presence)
4. The Baptist View - The Elements Signify the Covenant Promises of Jesus (Memorial View)

Next week we finish this series by investigating the every day implications of our sacramental theology in an episode titled, Living Sacramentally.

Resources:

If you want to keep looking into differing views on the Lord's Supper, check out these links to important sources of doctrine for Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Presbyterians, and Reformed Baptists.

• The Catechism of the Catholic Church
• Luther's Small Catechism
• The Westminster Confession of Faith
• The 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith

If you want to look at a tabular comparison of the Westminster Confession of Faith and the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, check out this link.

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After looking at the historical development of the sacraments last week, we're moving into a deep dive on baptism, examining how four major Christian denominations have understood what the Bible teaches about this important part of the Christian life. If you've ever wondered why people baptize babies (or why they don't!) this is the episode for you.

Check out the four views we're looking at today:

1. The Roman Catholic View - Baptism Washes Away All Sin
2. The Lutheran View - Baptism Saves by The Power of God's Word
3. The Reformed View - Baptism Is A Sacrament of the Covenant
4. The Baptist View - Baptism Is A Sign Of Our Union With Christ

Next week we continue with this series, moving into 4 Views on the Lord's Supper.

Resources:

If you want to keep looking into differing views on baptism, check out these links to important sources of doctrine for Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Presbyterians, and Reformed Baptists.

• The Catechism of the Catholic Church
• Luther's Small Catechism
• The Westminster Confession of Faith
• The 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith

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Welcome to The Sacraments Series: A Deep Dive Into History, Theology, and Practice. Today we're exploring the trajectory of baptism and the Lord's Supper throughout church history - this is a story full of drama, murder, existential questions, and more!

Check out the stages of church history that we're moving through today:

1. The Early Church
2. The Medieval Church
3. The Church in the Reformation Era
4. The Modern Church

Next week we continue with this series, moving into 4 Views on Baptism.

Resources:

• A major source for this episode was Gregg Allison's Historical Theology. Buy a copy here!

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Check out the outline for today's episode:

1. Fighting porn use is a lifelong journey, not a destination.
2. How to fight porn as the addiction it is, using these 2 Key Strategies.
3. How to fight porn as the spiritual malady it is, by unlocking true Christian spirituality.

Don't miss next week as we dive into our new series, The Sacraments Series: A Deep Dive Into Their History, Theology, and Practice!

Resources:

• Need accountability? Check out Covenant Eyes, a software that will help you destroy the stronghold this sin has in your life.
• Want more info on the harmful effects of porn? Go to Fight The New Drug.
• Check out Madd Fradd's book, The Porn Myth.

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Check out some of the material from today's episode:

1. Case study: How popular porn site Girls Do Porn used sex trafficking to fuel its business.
2. The wide-spread abuse and trafficking prevalent in the porn industry.
3. Stats on child sex trafficking.
4. How the porn industry inevitably leads to child pornography.
5. Where do we go from here?

Don't miss next week as we wrap up this series, examining how we as Christians should fight against pornography, on both personal and industry-wide levels.

Resources:

• Harrowing story of Jane Doe being trafficked by Girls Do Porn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVHJW5j7cYQ
• Further story on Girls Do Porn (Wikipedia is not given because it's perfectly reliable, but because it includes dozens of links to first-hand reporting on this story): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GirlsDoPorn
• Need accountability? Check out Covenant Eyes, a software that will help you destroy the stronghold this sin has in your life.
• Want more info on the harmful effects of porn? Go to Fight The New Drug.
• Want some of the statistics mentioned in the show?
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-porn-sex-trafficking-connected/
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/sex-trafficking-victims-rescued-in-national-fbi-operation-cross-country/
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/investigation-rise-in-hidden-links-to-child-abuse-on-adult-sites/

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Apologies for the audio quality on this one!

Check out this episode's outline:

1. How does your porn use affect your spouse?
2. How does your porn use affect your kids or kids around you?
3. How does pornography affect kids who are exposed to it?
4. How does your porn use affect your friends?

Don't miss next week as we continue this series, looking at The People Behind Porn: Women, Children, and Slaves

Resources:

• Pamela Paul, Pornified: How Pornography Is Damaging Our Lives, Our Relationships, and Our Families - purchase on Amazon.
• Need accountability? Check out Covenant Eyes, a software that will help you destroy the stronghold this sin has in your life.
• Want more info on the harmful effects of porn? Go to Fight The New Drug.
• Want some of the statistics mentioned in the show? Check out these two links:
  • https://www.bbfc.co.uk/about-us/news/children-see-pornography-as-young-as-seven-new-report-finds
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-see-how-many-people-are-watching-porn-today/

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If you have watched porn, are watching porn, or know somebody who is addicted to porn, tune in. We're diving into the ways pornography affects those who watch it even once - exposing its highly addictive nature and destructive influence on your mind, body, and soul.

Check out this episode's outline:

1. Welcome to the show!
2. How does porn affect your mind?
3. How does porn affect your body?
4. How does porn affect your soul?
5. Is there any good news?

Don't miss next week as we continue this important investigation and examine how porn affects those closest to us when we consume it.

Resources:

• Matt Fradd, The Porn Myth, purchase on Amazon.
• Gary Wilson, Your Brain on Porn, purchase on Amazon.
• Need accountability? Check out Covenant Eyes, a software that will help you destroy the stronghold this sin has in your life.
• Want more info on the harmful effects of porn? Go to Fight The New Drug.
• Want some of the statistics mentioned in the show? Check out these two links:
  • https://www.bbfc.co.uk/about-us/news/children-see-pornography-as-young-as-seven-new-report-finds
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-see-how-many-people-are-watching-porn-today/

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Perhaps the most important series we've done to date. Join us as we seek to live like the Apostle John, who called out the evils of Rome, unveiling the slavery, idolatry, and mockery of God that made the empire rich.

Our target? Modern day Babylon: the Western porn industry.

Check out this episode's outline:

1. What we're covering in our new series, Behind The Fantasy: A Christian Response To The Porn Industry
2. What is pornography?
3. What is the porn industry?
4. What's the average age kids are exposed to porn?
5. Where did the porn industry come from?
6. What does the porn industry look like today?
7. What's so wrong with the porn industry?
   1. Listen here for stories of survivors who escaped from the industry.

Don't miss next week as we continue this important investigation and examine how porn affects those who consume it, in their body, mind, and soul.

Resources:

• Matt Fradd, The Porn Myth, purchase on Amazon.
• Need accountability? Check out Covenant Eyes, a software that will help you destroy the stronghold this sin has in your life.
• Want more info on the harmful effects of porn? Go to Fight The New Drug.
• Want some of the statistics mentioned in the show? Check out these two links:
  • https://www.bbfc.co.uk/about-us/news/children-see-pornography-as-young-as-seven-new-report-finds
  • https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-see-how-many-people-are-watching-porn-today/

Want more on the history of the porn industry? Read up on this article from Britannica.

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Why not level up the controversy?

Reformed theology (i.e., the entire Bible's teachings) explains same-sex attraction with a cultural relevance and biblical faithfulness that few Christians can articulate these days.

Wait? The Calvinists are culturally relevant?

Yup.

Join us on this episode as we unpack how to engage with a culture which views any biblical stance on homosexuality as homophobic. How can we say God created people with homosexual desires without excusing those desires? Or, how can we say that people with same-sex attraction have inherently sinful desires while everybody else is "pure"?

Don't miss this important conversation designed to equip you if:

1. You or a loved one struggles with same-sex attraction
2. You are trying to engage with the culture on this issue
3. You want to understand what the Bible truly teaches about same-sex attraction and relationships.

Don't miss next week as we kick off our new series, Behind The Fantasy: A Christian Response To The Porn Crisis.

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This one gets heated.

If you search for the topic of "Singleness" among Christian podcasts, you'll find a plethora of episodes centred around this idea of the Single Season. Have you heard of that? Singleness is this time to focus on your relationship with God as you get ready for marriage. One problem. That's unbiblical, and actually hurts Christians more than it helps them.

Tune in to today's episode as we dive into what's so wrong with this language of singleness as a season. Explore with us these topics:

• This language leads to depression among Christians
• A short discussion around the harms of retribution theology
• What the Bible actually teaches about singleness
• How a single Christian is a witness to the power of the gospel
• The mistakes the entire church has made around singleness and the steps we can take to do better
• And much more!

This is the second episode in our series, One Flesh: God's Vision For Sexuality. Join us next week as we dive into the final episode: Same Sex Attraction.

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I wish I could say our world is as sexually confused as it has ever been. But it's not. It just looks different nowadays.

From ancient times, people have been living sexual lives far outside our normal experience - polygamy, raping children, harems for rulers. Our culture rarely practices these (although polygamy is on the rise - who knows when pedophilia will become acceptable again). But, our culture uniquely ascribes our identity with our sexuality.

Is this right? Is our sexuality key to who we are?

How should Christians live in a culture like this? How can we take grace-filled stands for the truth in order to try to protect the millions of children, women, and men who suffer at the hands of our sex-addicted culture?

Welcome to our new series, One Flesh: God's Vision For Sexuality.

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TIMESTAMPS HERE IN SHOW NOTES.

Over the summer we did a series on Calvinism. However, that series was missing serious interaction from beliefs on the other side of the theological spectrum, namely Arminianism. Today, I get to interact with the head of the Biblical Studies department at Columbia Bible College, Jerry Pauls, on this very subject.

This was a fascinating conversation with Jerry, and I couldn't be more excited to share it with you - not only for the brotherly heart behind our disagreements, but because we were able to go to deep places and come away enriched by each other.

Enjoy (and let me know what other type of interviews you might like).

[00:26] Introduction - how this conversation came to be.

[05:40] Why does this conversation matter? Can we keep unity despite theological differences?

[09:02] What is Arminianism?

[13:30] How did you (Jerry) come to embrace Arminian theology?

[21:20] What Scripture passages are important to Arminian theology?

[24:10] What weakness do you see in Arminian theology?

[28:28] What are common misconceptions of Arminianism?

[37:59] How do you as an Arminian understand Ephesians 1:3-5?

[1:04:54] How do you understand God's sovereignty and human free will?

[1:20:57] Do you believe in eternal security? Especially as Jesus seems to speak of it in John 10:27-28.

[1:37:09] An Arminian explanation of Romans 9-11.

[1:51:02] Conclusion - unity despite difference.

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It's one thing to receive letters or messengers from a distant relative, letters full of love and good news. It's quite another for that person to appear, in your life - to see them face to face. This is what God has done for us.

In this ultimate episode in our series, When God Speaks: The Doctrine of Revelation, we're exploring these strange and fascinating statements the Bible makes about Jesus, especially that he is the Word of God. What does that mean? We easily take that name as a given - but why is it important?

Join us this Thursday for Revolution's very first interview, and tune in next Tuesday as we kick off our brand new series - One Flesh: God's Vision For Sexuality.

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The universe has to be 6,000 years old, right? And God had to have created the earth exactly as we find it in six 24-hour days, dropping cosmic bodies and flora and fauna around the globe like decorations on a Christmas tree, right? And if you don't believe this, you're a hell-bound heretic, right?

Not quite.

The relationship between science and Christianity disintegrated badly in the 20th century, and only in recent decades has the recovery process begun. Science is not opposed to Christianity. It's actually a way God speaks to us and tells us more about himself.

Check out some of the specifics we're tackling in today's episode!

1. Christianity doesn't = a 6,000 year old universe.
2. How the Big Bang points to God's existence.
3. The creativity of God in irreducible complexity.
4. God speaking through the natural world is integral to our understanding of the Gospel.

And more!

This is the fourth episode in our series, When God Speaks: The Doctrine of Revelation. Next week, we're dishing out the final episode, titled, Jesus: God's Ultimate Revelation. Don't miss out on that fascinating discussion on how Jesus is the true Word of God.

Link to the Pints With Aquinas interview, titled: How Science Proves God!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0byyqh5YIK88SgpjPwF1xJ?si=9G855HOfQ2CQvGl3CHKaqA

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The as-promised follow up to our last two episodes. We have talked about how the Bible truly is God's word, and that God's Spirit does in fact still speak to the church today. But how do those two things play into my life?

I don't want to be so wrapped up in the Bible that I miss out on what the Spirit is saying today. How can I healthily incorporate the Bible into my life?

Don't miss our upcoming episode on how science, far from disproving God's existence, is actually one way God reveals himself to us.

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I think I need to adjust the expectations from 20 minutes to 30...

Maybe you believe God speaks through the Bible - but does he actually speak to us today? In a fresh way? Like... are there really prophets around? Check out the questions we're tackling in today's episode!

1. Would modern prophets undermine the sufficiency of Scripture?
2. Does the Bible teach us that miraculous, sign gifts ceased with the apostles?
3. Does the Bible teach us that gifts like prophecy are still given to the church?
4. How can cessationists and charismatics find unity?

And more!

Don't miss a bonus episode coming out on Thursday!

This is the third episode in our series, When God Speaks: The Doctrine of Revelation. Join us again next week for episode four: God Speaks Through Science.

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Up this week, we ask a whole bunch of questions about the Bible. Is it really God's word? After tackling the nature of the Bible, we move into some tough practical questions.

Check out what we've got lined up:

1. Aren't there contradictions in the Bible?
2. Why do we only have 66 books in our Bibles? Why not more, like Roman Catholics?
3. The Bible seems like something for pastors and scholars - how can I access God's word?
4. I don't like reading - do I really have to read the Bible?
5. I don't want to miss out on what the Holy Spirit is saying to me today - how do I healthily incorporate the Bible into my life, without drowning out his voice?

And more!

This is the second episode in our series, When God Speaks: The Doctrine of Revelation. Join us again next week for episode three: Do Modern Prophets Exist?

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Welcome to the new era of Revolution. We're starting off with a banger.

"If only God spoke to me, I'd know he's really there." Have you heard that? Or thought it yourself? The thing is - he's already spoken. Everybody wants to hear God's voice; nobody is ready to listen.

Today's episode is kicking off a fresh series called When God Speaks: The Doctrine of Revelation. For the next few weeks, we're unpacking what it means to hear God's voice, how God has revealed himself, and all the complex issues that unfold. (How do we interpret his revelation? Can we ever know for sure he's out there? What about other religions?)

Jump in to hear the first episode, all about the universal human desire for God's voice, and our equally universal deafness.

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Many of you have been with this show since the beginning. From Chase and Quinn's early days of figuring out how a podcast actually works, to the months of prerecorded content, through the guys' busy spring, and up through Quinn's departure from the show a year in. It's been quite a time! Revolution has evolved from the original vision of weekly conversations between two buddies about how their faith impacts daily life.

What is the future of Revolution podcast? Tune in to this week's episode to find out!

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I'm not going to pretend that Calvinism is an easy thing to understand. I came to align with its core beliefs two years ago, and I'm still understanding the depths of deep work that faithful brothers and sisters in Christ have done within this theological system. What questions would you ask a Calvinist if you had 20 minutes with them? Well, hopefully we hit a few of yours in today's show! Check out the specific questions we tackle today!

• Why does Calvinism matter if I'm already a Christian?
• If Calvinism is true, doesn't that make prayer useless?
• Isn't it unfair for God to elect some and not others?
• And much more!

This is the last Calvinism episode! Next week is a surprise episode, pretty stoked to be prepping it for you guys.

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This is a question Christians have asked since the Church was born. I'm excited to be digging into it on today's show. Check out the specifics of today's episode!

• What is Perseverance of the Saints?
• Can I lose my salvation?
• What does the Bible have to say about this?
• Aren't there Bible passages saying we can lose salvation?
• And so much more!

This is the last doctrine of grace! Join us next week as we answer some questions around God's sovereignty, human free will, what all of this means for your relationship with God, and so much more. Don't miss a bonus episode later this week on the idea of, "Once saved, always saved"!

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So stoked to talk about the amazing grace of God. We all love God's grace, but... are we sure we really understand it? Check out what we're discussing!

• What is Irresistible Grace?
• Why do we prefer the term Effective Grace?
• What does Jesus have to say about God's Effective Grace?
• How does Irresistible Grace work with free will?
• Doesn't Irresistible Grace make evangelism pointless?
• And so much more!

Join us next week as we finish off this series asking the question: Can I lose my salvation? The episode will centre around the P in our TULIP - the Perseverance (or better, Preservation) of the Saints.

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This one wasn't easy! There are a lot of misunderstood truths in the Bible - but the topic of this week's episode just may be the most misunderstood, even by Christians. Check out what we're discussing!

• What is atonement?
• What is Limited Atonement? Does that mean God keeps some people from getting into heaven even though they believe in Jesus?
• Why do I prefer the term Definite Atonement?
• And to make things super fun: What is the nature of the New Covenant? It was made between God and... whom?
• Why does this even matter for my relationship with God?
• And so much more!

Join us next week as we examine the Reformed doctrine of Irresistible Grace.

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Today we are examining one of the most controversial doctrines in all of Scripture - the doctrine of election. Here's what you can expect!

• What is election?
• How is election unconditional?
• Isn't election based on foreseen faith?
• What does Romans teach us about the nature of election?
• Isn't election impractical? Why does any of this matter?
• And so much more?

Join us next week as we examine the Reformed doctrine of Limited Atonement.

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We pick up where we left of last week, to examine the Biblical doctrine of Total Depravity (the T in the infamous TULIP):

• Are people basically good or basically bad?
• Where do evil and suffering come from?
• Can people save themselves?
• Why does Adam's sin affect all of us?
• And so much more!

This is the second episode in a shorter, weekly summer series unpacking Calvinism - or, as I like to call it, the bedrock of the Gospel. Join us next week as we unpack unconditional election, the second of the five points.

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We are starting a new series today, diving into the 5 Points of Calvinism. Check out what you get in today's episode:

• Why talk about something so controversial?
• What even is Calvinism?
• Where did Calvinism come from?
• Why is studying theology like this even worth it?
• And so much more!

This is the first episode in a shorter, weekly summer series unpacking Calvinism - or, as I like to call it, the bedrock of the Gospel. Join us next week as we unpack total depravity, the first of the five points.

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The sad news is true: this is Quinn's last episode on the podcast. Join the guys for this special episode as they review the last year and talk about:

• Their favourite episode/series
• What they wish they had done differently with the podcast
• The hardest part of the podcasting process
• What life and this show will look like going forward
• And so much more!

We are so sad to not have Quinn every week - the show will never be the same without him on it. But the show isn't ending. It will evolve to take on this new challenge. So don't miss joining us next week for Chase introducing you to the new summer series he is bringing on the show, and some info for what the future of Revolution Podcast looks like.

Thank you everybody who has supported this show for the last year!! Every listen, review, thoughtful question, and piece of constructive criticism is immensely valuable. Even though this change is sad, we look forward to the future as a realm of opportunity and possibility. The Revolution goes on!

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You had better believe that we are answering even more of your questions today. Buckle up. It's a fun one.

• Quinn announces that he is leaving the show! Listen in to find out why and what direction we are moving in going forward.
• Can a girl pursue a guy?
• When will the rapture happen?
• Should I be raising my hands in church?
• Do you have a favourite topic in theology?
• What is the best age to get married?

Listen in next week for the guys' last episode together!

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We asked. You delivered. We're tackling more of your questions.

• How do we interpret Old Testament prophecies?
• What is biblical manhood and womanhood?
• How can God know the future perfectly and we still have free will?
• Any podcast recommendations?

Enjoy! We'll do one more Q/A episode next week before a big announcement.

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We have heard your voice. We have received your questions. And we have come armed with answers that we promise will be at least entertaining. Check out the questions we tackle today!

• What is baptism? Should I get baptised?
• What's your favourite book of the Bible right now? And why?
• How did you two (Chase and Quinn) meet?
• Is it okay for me to date a non Christian?

If you would like another episode like this, send in your question today! We would love to answer it on next week's show.

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What you get in today's episode...

• Last in our Spiritual Gifts series!
• What does the Bible say an Apostle is?
• Why does Paul list Apostles with Pastors and Teachers?
• How should we understand people who claim to be Apostles today?
• And so much more!

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Can't believe we're at our 50th episode! Crazy that this podcast has been going for nearly a year. Huge thank you to everyone who listens - it's such a blessing that this show has become a source of great conversation and people diving deeper into their relationship with God. Soli deo gloria!

What you get in today's episode:

• The guys favourite pod-memories after 50 episodes of the show.
• Why we think of some spiritual gifts as "ordinary."
• What should we do if we have the same gift as another person, but they are more gifted than we are?
• And so much more!

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What you get in today's episode:

• What sort of wacky dreams have the guys had?
• Common misperceptions of tongues, prophecy, and healing.
• What does the Bible actually teach us about tongues and prophecy?
• How should believers strive to practice prophecy today?
• And so much more!

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What you get in today’s episode:

• What is cessationism? Or continuationism for that matter?
• Why does this conversation matter?
• Why do some people think gifts like tongues, prophecy, and healings have ceased?
• Why do others think they continue until today?
• What are the best arguments for both of these positions?
• How should we relate to Christians with whom we disagree?
• And much more!

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New series on Spiritual Gifts!

What you get in today’s episode:

• Introducing our new series on spiritual gifts, which a small preview of upcoming episodes!
• How does the Bible define spiritual gifts as a category?
• What are the purpose of spiritual gifts?
• How do spiritual gifts differ from natural talents?
• How can I discover my spiritual gift?
• And so much more!

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We're shaking things up this week!

Last week, the guys took a trip to Powell River, BC, and had an incredible time at a worship night. On today's episode, they discuss everything that went down - along the way, hitting on topics like Reformed vs. Charismatic styles of worship, the relationship between prayer and Scripture reading, and how we should interact with other Christians with whom we differ in matters of practice.

It's a fascinating conversation - so join the guys today!

Note: our promised new series is coming next week! Join us for a conversation on spiritual gifts, kicking off with an episode covering the continuationist vs. cessationist debate.

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Wrapping up our series on God’s attributes!

What you get in today’s episode:

• What are the guys’ favourite TV shows, and why?
• What are those attributes of God which He communicates (or shares) with us?
• Does God really know the future?
• How does Open Theism affect the Christian life?
• How can our choices be free if God is all-knowing?
• How do I know God’s will for my life?
• How can I participate in God’s holiness?
• Why does it matter that God is a happy God?
• And so much more!

Tune in next week as we jump into a brand new series!

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What’s happening in today’s episode:

• What’s an incommunicable attribute?
• What’s the difference between God’s incommunicable and communicable attributes?
• Can God change His mind?
• Why did God say He would destroy Nineveh if He knew they would repent?
• The guys discuss 5 incommunicable attributes of God
• (1) Independence, or Aseity
• (2) Unchangeableness, or Immutability
• (3) Eternity
• (4) Omnipresence
• (5) Unity, or Simplicity
• And so much more!

Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology: https://www.waynegrudem.com/systematic-theology

For more on Jonathan Edwards concerning the "two lenses," see The Works of Jonathan Edwards, Volume 2: Concerning the Divine Decrees (pp. 527-28; §8-9): https://ccel.org/ccel/edwards/works2/works2.xi.iii.html

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There is no attribute of God more hated, neglected, or twisted than His wrath. Join us for this difficult but important conversation about a glorious perfection of our God.

What you get in today’s episode:

• Why does the modern Church ignores God’s wrath?
• What is the wrath of God?
• Isn’t wrath an Old Testament thing? God is loving in the New Testament after all!
• How can a loving God be wrathful?
• Did God create some people for wrath?
• A timely conversation surrounding Romans 9:19-23
• What does God’s wrath mean for our lives today?
• And so much more!

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New series on the attributes of God!! 

Few of God's attributes are so misunderstood in our day than God's love - so Chase and Quinn have sat down to hash out some important questions surrounding this characteristic which we all think we know. 

What you get in today's episode:

• How can we definine God's love? 
  • Hint! It's fundamnetally different from human love.
• Does God love us simply for His glory?
• Is it okay to sing of God's "Reckless Love"?
• Does God love Satan?
• And so much more!

Don't miss next week as we explore the wrath of God!

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In today's episode...

• Why Philemon should be your favourite book
• The fascinating drama surrounding Philemon
• How Paul in his old age relates to his younger self
• Why we need to study a book that is only 25 verses long
• And so much more!

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What you get in today’s episode…

• The scary parallels between the modern church and the Colossian church.
• How Paul’s warnings speak directly into our contemporary battles.
• The often-missed implications of the Gospel Paul expounds in Colossians.
• And so much more!

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In today's episode, you get...

• Chase talking like a crazy person about Philippians
• The importance of reading whole books of the Bible
• What we miss when we hunt through Scripture. for the "good parts"
• A survey of Philippians 
• And so much more!

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Paul's Prison Epistles!!!

What you get in today's episode:

• Quinn leading us through the highlights from the book of Ephesians
• How do we deal with confusing passages?
• How do grace and faith work together?
• What should unity look like in the Church?
• Why does Paul talk about slaves/masters?
• And so much more!!

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Last Gospel Talk Episode!!

What you get in today's episode:

• How does the Great Commission relate to the Old Testament?
• Why is the Great Commission more than evangelism?
• How do we practically make disciples?
• What problems in the Western Church hold us back from being great disciple makers?
• How can we be confident in our evangelism?
• And so much more!!!

Don't miss next week as we start our series on Paul's prison epistles!

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What you get in this episode:

• Why God's Law isn't dry/dull, but sweeter than honey
• What is at stake when Christians don't love God's Law
• The 3 functions of the Law:
  • The Law as Mirror
  • The Law as Restrainer
  • The Law as Revealer
• How Jesus viewed God's Law
• And so much more!

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What you get in today’s episode:

• All Christians are theologians - you can’t separate the two!
• What is theology?
• Study of God - or even just words about God
• “God loves me” is a theological statement
• What is theology not?
• How does theology practically affect the Christian?
• Where do I start in studying theology?
• And so much more!

We’ll be back next week with our regularly scheduled Gospel Talk episode: What About the Law?

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Gospel Talk is back!!

What you get in today's episode:

• The Kingdom of God...
  • Unifies the Bible from Genesis - Revelation
  • Is the Best News and the Worst News to All People
  • Is Already Here, and Is Yet To Come
• What's an actual definition of the Kingdom of God?
• Kingdom-powered Evangelism
• How Do We Live as Kingdom-Oriented People?
• And so much more!

Tune in today - Gospel Talk is back next week asking: What About the Law?

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!!!NEW SERIES: GOSPEL TALK!!!

What you get in today's episode:

• Our new series, Gospel Talk: Exploring the essential elements of the New Testament and what they mean to us today.
• Episode One (today!!): Gospel Basics
  • Why do we struggle articulating the Gospel?
  • Why is a firm grasp of the Gospel important?
  • What is the Gospel?
  • Common objections to the Gospel:
    • That can be true for you, but not for me.
    • You don't know what I've done - I'm not good enough for God.
• Along the way, plenty of laughs about crazy Starbucks orders, plenty of Scripture, and plenty of meditations on what this all means for our day-to-day lives...
• And so much more!

Check out our Instagram (link below) for more on our brand new series, Gospel Talk

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Welcome back!!

In today's episode you get:

• What are the guys most afraid of? (If anything at all...)
• What is 'the fear of the LORD'?
• Does our generation truly fear God?
  • What are the consequences of losing that fear?
• How do we handle the daily, practicaly fears and anxieties in our lives?
  • Relationships
  • Work
  • Friends
  • Finanical stability
• How does Jesus give us the right model for living with fear?
• And so much more!

Resources:

The Martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicitas:

https://www.ssfp.org/pdf/The_Martyrdom_of_Saints_Perpetua_and_Felicitas.pdf

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What you get in this episode:

• We always say that our lives should be formed by the Scriptures, but what does that practically look like?
• How does the Bible actually change the way we approach friendships, romantic relationships, hobbies, and our careers?
• Personal examples from the guys on how specific passages of Scripture have shaped the way they live.
• Stories of failure, growth, and the mercy of God in Chase and Quinn’s lives, and what His acts in their lives might have to illuminate your own.

Scripture Passages Mentioned (In order):

• Matthew 16:15-17 (Chase - 02:10)
• Luke 7:5-8 (Quinn - 09:20)
• Hosea 3:1-5 (Chase - 13:48)
• Isaiah 41:10 (Quinn - 21:02)
• Philippians 3:7-9 (Chase - 23:47)
• Galatians 4:4-7 (Quinn - 30:01)

Check out Jonathan Edwards: A Divine and Supernatural Light

https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/articles/onsite/edwards_light.html

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What you get in this episode:

• The biggest ways the guys grew over 2023 (Chase started eating salad!)
• What do we mean when we tell kids to invite Jesus into their hearts? Are we actually cheapening the Gospel?
• The full, deep, beautiful meaning of “Christ in you”.
• How to pursue abiding in Christ so that He abides in you.
• And so much more!

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The boys are back!

In this episode you get:

• Chase and Quinn, back in the studio for the first time in months.
• Their reflections on the awesome work of God in their lives.
• Strategies for practical Christian growth.
• And much more!

Resources:

Ligonier Ministries’ Bible Reading Plans - including Prof. Grant Horner’s System: https://www.ligonier.org/posts/bible-reading-plans

ESV Podcast Bible Reading Plans: https://www.crossway.org/articles/esv-podcasts/?utm_source=Crossway+Marketing&utm_campaign=51f42950c4-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_12_18_09_58&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-51f42950c4-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D

John Piper, Passion Conference Sermon (Don’t Waste Your Life): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RUUP_0HiYc

Don’t Waste Your Life, John Piper (Book): https://www.desiringgod.org/books/dont-waste-your-life

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It's Christmas time!!

What you get in today's episode:

• The Chase and Quinn's characteristic goofiness and good humour - Santa jokes and self-deprecation abound!
• Reflections on what Christmas actually is for the Western Christian community. Do we understand the holiday's profundity, or do we fool ourselves into thinking we see beyond the glamour of secular materialism?
• What would Christmas look like without Jesus?
• Why does the Church have holidays at all?
• Did you know: the Bible expressly teaches that Christmas is pivotal to A) the most important parts of any person's life (hope, security, identity), and B) our only satisfying purpose as humans.
• How do these deep Biblical ideas practically touch and affect our lives?
• And much more! Listen in!

Advent Bible Reading Plans

Options of many plans from YouVersion: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans-collection/4326-advent?page=1

Advent Reading Plan from Crossway: https://www.esv.org/plans/advent-a-31-day-reading-plan/

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How are we meant to live our daily lives as Christians? How big is our part to play in sanctification? How do we practically “keep in step with the Spirit”?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn are jumping into these big questions, trying to answer them through the lens of their own lives and what the Scriptures teach us about the Holy Spirit and our lives with Him. The Bible has lots to say about this subject, and after musing on dismal winters in the Fraser Valley, the guys begin exploring the many dimensions to this large subject. Theologically, they explore the nature of God, the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation, and how sanctification works. Practically, the exhort, as they tend to, to read the Scriptures and to come into a deeper love of God.

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In today's episode, Chase and Quinn are examining what may be a puzzling statement to some: God doesn't want your life to be easy, but He does want it to be good. Isn't this a contradiction in terms? Doesn't a good life mean an easy life?

Join the guys for a discussion of persecution, the sovereignty of God over suffering, and how our joy in the Lord is grown through our most difficult seasons, not our easiest ones. Along the way, gain some practical insight to bear the heavy burdens you may be struggling with in your own life as the guys turn again and again to the Scriptures for answers to these heavy questions.

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In today's episode, Chase and Quinn discuss the common occurance of doubting God's character and why some individuals continue to struggle with this doubt. They delve into the root causes of doubting God's character, including self-reliance and seeking happiness in worldly pleasures. They emphasize the importance of knowing God deeply through prayer, Bible reading, and studying His Word. By understanding God's character and finding true delight in Him, you can overcome doubt, experience spiritual growth, and find lasting joy and satisfaction. Did you know that finding delight in God is a command? (Read Psalm 37:4). How seriously do you take that mission? Join the guys on the show today for a wide ranging conversation about the depths of theology (delight in the glory of God) and the heights of practical living (how can I be happy?).

Resources recommended in this episode:

J.I. Packer, Knowing God: https://www.crossway.org/books/knowing-god-hcj/

John Piper, Desiring God: https://www.desiringgod.org/books/desiring-god

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Today, in celebration of Chase's 18th birthday, the guys are putting on a special episode diving deep into his testimony. Chase shares his journey from atheism, to agnosticism, and finally to a deep faith in God. Though he has struggled with lust, anxiety, depression, and self harm, his testimony emphasizes the healing and satisfaction which come through relationship with God. The guys hope this story will serve to encourage you in evangelism, push you to seek answers to difficult questions, and ultimately spark a longing for the sweet glory of God.

If you're interested in listening to a similarly styled episode on Quinn's testimony, check out Episode #18.

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What does it mean to imitate Christ? Why are we made in the image of God? What is the Law’s relationship with Christians now that we are set free in Jesus?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn are jumping into these big questions, trying to answer them through the lens of their own lives and what the Scriptures teach us about the battle between the flesh and the law within our souls. The guys are wading through a lot of theological and biblical territory, and yet the verses they quote and principles they discuss are practical. These are not theoretical ideas, but Biblical passages that can change the way you live. If you struggle living a godly life in a godless world - or if you have a friend or family member you want to counsel - or if you want to hear how many theological principles about God and humanity tie together into a supremely practical teaching: join the guys on today’s episode.

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In today's episode, Chase and Quinn discuss what the Bible actually means when it talks about slavery - spoiler alert: its probably different than what you think. The guys then discuss how being a slave of sin means loving sin and seeking fulfillment in worldly desires. They emphasize the deceitfulness of sinful desires, which promise happiness but ultimately lead to death. And later they delve into how becoming a slave of God involves a shift in perspective and a genuine love for God. They explain that this transformation is not something that can be achieved on one's own, but requires surrendering to God and allowing Him to change one's heart. The discussion centers around the idea that being a slave of God leads to sanctification and eternal life, as opposed to the wages of sin, which is death.

If you have been challenged with this Biblical language, have a friend or family member who finds it offensive, or want to get a deeper perspective on how Christians can follow the Law without being legalists, join the guys for today's episode!

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Have you smiled fondly at the idea of the "armour of God" only to find yourself now caught in a spiritual battle? One of the big tragedies in the modern church is the fuzziness surrounding spiritual warfare. What is it? How do we actually practice it? And does it matter for us in the 21st century?

Today, Chase and Quinn are diving into spiritual warfare, seeking clarity from the Bible on all of these questions and more. They discuss what it is - and then dive into an exploration of Ephesians 6, trying to get to the nuts and bolts of what Paul was teaching. If you need teaching, equipping, or encouragement in this realm, tune in to this episode!

Happy Reformation Day!

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Do you believe in the supernatural realities the Bible teaches about? Things like miracles, healings, visions, angels - and yes, demons.

Halloween is just around the corner, and so today Chase and Quinn are diving into what the Bible says about the presence of evil spirits in the lives of believers. Can Christians be possessed? The guys would argue that we need to reframe this question to be more biblical: can Christians be demonized? How real are unclean spirits in our lives, and how can they affect us? What does the Bible have to say about all of this?

The guys walk slowly through the arguments for both answers to this question, and from Scripture make the case that YES, Christian's can be demonized. Their goal is to wake up the Church so that we can pray against the forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:11-12, 18).

Resources:

Sam Storms: Can Christians Be Demonized? https://www.samstorms.org/all-articles/post/can-a-christian-be-demonized

Sam Storms: Doors to Demonization https://www.samstorms.org/all-articles/post/doors-to-demonization

Remnant Radio (Podcast Episode): Can Christians Be Demonized? https://open.spotify.com/episode/1eoMLkTXWuWXv3bZRTODuP?si=iwoq-pJbQrmW37w0YuMlyQ

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Do your prayers feel unfruitful? Do you ever wonder why God wants you to pray if He's just going to do what He will anyways?

In today's episode, Chase and Quinn divine into the topic of prayer and unravel its significance in light of God's sovereignty. While acknowledging the tension between God's control and His commands to pray, they offer insights into the transformative power of prayer. They stress that prayer not only strengthens our relationship with God but also has real impact on our lives and the world around us. Drawing from biblical passages, they discuss the importance of praying continuously and aligning our prayers with God's will. In doing so, they argue, we experience the joy of being in Christ Jesus (which is our only true joy) and glorify God through our praying. By offering insights and personal reflections, the guys encourage you to approach prayer with confidence and joy, knowing that your prayers have significance in the grand design of God's purposes.

Today, in celebration of Quinn's 18th birthday, the guys are putting on a special episode diving deep into his testimony. Quinn, shares his personal journey starting from sin struggles in his youth through his teenage years. He emphasises the importance of mentors and spiritual disciplines in his journey to confront shame, find solace in the redemptive power of Jesus Christ, and seek joy in God. Quinn emphasizes the importance of building a foundation on God by reading the Bible, engaging in prayer, and surrounding oneself with a supportive Christian communities. Quinn's story serves as a testament to God's unwavering love and the power of personal transformation through faith. 

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Are you dating somebody? Do you struggle with knowing how much you can enjoy each other physically without sinning?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn jump into a question asked by many of their peers - and a question each of them has asked and needed to work through in their own lives. Their conversation emphasizes the need for a shift in focus, from seeking personal pleasure to building a strong foundation for a lasting marriage. If you want the POV of the guys on marriage, sex, and dating, join them for this episode that provides guidance and perspective on maintaining purity in relationships and aligning with God's design for dating and marriage.

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Do you go days or weeks without reading your Bible? Does church feel like a chore? Is God like a new pair of shoes every other month - nice, but not necessary?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn are considering what we do when our spiritual lives are running dry. Do we fall out of love with God? Or maybe, and perhaps more terrifying, were we never in love with Him in the first place? While we all often experience glimpses and fleeting moments of a “deeper connection” with God, we are too easily satisfied by the every day pleasures of our lives. The truth Scripture proclaims is that whatever pleasure is afforded by sex, a successful career, or a stunning social life is so negligible as to be nonexistent next to the blazing pleasure of a passionate relationship with God. If you are feeling wrung out by life, spiritually apathetic, or confused as to why God doesn’t impact your day to day, join the guys today for a discussion on how we deal with being bored of God.

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When was the last time you shared your faith with an unbeliever? Does evangelism make you nervous? Are you scared of losing your reputation, of not having answers, or saying the wrong thing?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn jump into the hot waters surrounding the spiritual discipline of evangelism. In today’s postmodern society where we aren’t supposed to “push” our beliefs on other people, proclaiming the gospel can seem like an offensive imposition. They’re examining what the true cost of discipleship is - which almost nobody in the modern Western church has to face anymore - what a good “diet” of evangelism is, some practical do's & don'ts, and lots more. If you struggle sharing your faith, if you doubt your ability to represent Jesus, or if you simply need encouragement in fulfilling a vital command from our Lord Jesus, tune in to today’s episode and join the guys as they seek out answers from the Scriptures and their lives, with lots of laughs along the way.

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Do you feel uncertain about what God wants you to do? Would you like some specific advice from the Holy Spirit in regards to your personal life? Are you anxious about your career choice because you don’t know where God wants you to be?

In today’s episode, Chase and Quinn are diving into a discussion about the will of God for your life. They begin by explaining what the Bible teaches us about the nature of God’s, and then unpack how it relates to our specific lives by means of Romans 12:1-2. You’ll not only hear some solid theology that will shed light on how to view the role God’s will has in your life, in all of His will’s various aspects - but you’ll be given practical steps to take to begin enacting His will into your life today. Along the way, you’ll hear about red flags on first dates, a few too may jokes, and some personal reflections on how Chase and Quinn have understood the way God’s will has factored into their own life. If that sounds good, join the guys today for some laughs and some learning as they seek to better understand how to know the will of God for their lives.

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Do you have a loved one who is not walking with the Lord? Does that weigh on your soul? Do you feel the responsibility to bring them to Jesus, and yet every conversation feels more fruitless than the last? Maybe you've been witnessing for years, and there has been no change. Maybe they have questions that you just don't know the answers to. How are we supposed to evangelize to those close to our hearts?

In today's episode, Chase and Quinn confront these struggles and more. At one point or another, all Christian's must face this question: How do I bring my reluctant loved ones closer to God? Today's conversation touches on many important aspects of the Christian life that feed into this topic, including the character of God, the power of prayer, what it means to walk in faith, and how to do life, fellowship, and love those outside of the Church. Chase and Quinn have within their own friendship been on opposite sides of this struggle - Chase was the unbeliever, and Quinn was the Christian desperate and yet feeling helpless in knowing how to lead Chase to God. If all of that sounds interesting to you, buckle up as the guys share their insights and a few laughs in exploring the task of bringing reluctant loved ones closer to God. 

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Church attendance and involvement can feel to easily assumed. Why are we forcing ourselves to get up early on weekends to yawn listening to our pastor preach a sermon we've heard before, and then finish off by making small talk over bad cofee with our "church friends"? Besides, aren't we as individuals temples of the Holy Spirit? Why do we even need church?

In today's episode, Chase and Quinn dive into these questions that seem to bug so many in our day and age. Church attendance is down. But there is a case to be made for church - and it's a case God makes. Join the guys today to gain a new persepctive on this thing called "church"; learn how it is necessary for your spiritual health and ultimate enjoyment of life and relationship with God. If any of that sounds important, you won't regret tuning into Revolution Podcast today to discover why you should go to church.

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Join the guys today as they dive into an important but frequently misunderstood part of the gospel message. The theme of forgiveness takes them to some fun places - a brief theology of propitiation all the way to practical daily living as a Christian. But at the bottom of it all is this: that Jesus' forgiveness and grace towards us is the fundamental fact that allows us to live meaningful, peace-filled lives. So, if you're down to uncover more about this theme that upholds the entire Christian life, dive into the topic of forgiveness with Chase and Quinn today.

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What characterizes your relationship with God? Do you eagerly seek after Him every day? Are His concerns your concerns? Is He an intimate part of your life? Or is it more like... silence. Occasional prayer. Maybe you'll read your Bible if you remember to right before bed.

Today, Chase and Quinn are diving into a discussion around six vital spiritual disciplines you're probably neglecting - which they can say because they've also neglected them! Spiritual disciplines are the pillars that uphold our maturing relationships with God. Without them, we cannot grow to experience His love more deeply; we cannot come to glorify and enjoy Him more. From celebration to fasting to confession, the boys have a wide ranging conversation today - but not without their fair share of brain farts and laughs along the way. So join the guys as they engage with these six practices that have changed their lives, and that could be changing yours.

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Aren't we better off without religion? Doesn't the Bible denigrate women? Isn't Christianity homophobic?

To wrap up their apologetics series, Chase and Quinn are diving into Rebecca McLaughlin's apologetic masterpiece, Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion. Rebecca's book engages with all the questions listed above and many more (nine more, in fact). So join the boys as they share their thoughts on the book, if it's worth reading (hint: it is), and as they explore a few of Rebecca's chapters in depth and unpack her brilliant answers to these difficult questions. It's a wide conversation, travelling from recent discoveries in the field of psychology that support ancient Biblical principles to the history of the sexual revolution - if you've seen Rebecca's book and are unsure if you should buy it, or if you've read it and want to hear some deep thoughts on it, or if you just want to spend time laughing with the guys, join the Revolution hosts today for a funny and thought-provoking episode.

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Buy Confronting Christianity (links to other retailers on the Crossway website): https://www.crossway.org/books/confronting-christianity-hcj/

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Why do we believe the Bible's claims about itself? What proof is there that the Bible is any more the words of God than the Quran or the Book of Mormon? Is it all just a matter of blind faith? Why then would we accept the Bible's teaching as authoritative in our lives?

Today, Chase and Quinn dive into the case for the authority of the Scriptures - which, incidentally, is really a case for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The whole Bible and Christian faith stands or falls on the reality of the resurrection; if it did not happen, Jesus was a lunatic, but if it did, then he is Lord of the universe. Join the guys for a dense yet energetic episode filled with rebuttals to common objections to the historicity of the resurrection along with dozens of arguments for it. If you've ever doubted the Bible or the resurrection, or have friends or family who struggle with these difficult questions, this is the episode for you.

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The world appears to be exactly as cold, unpitying, and cruel as we would expect if there was no good, loving, powerful God ruling it. So in the face of evil, from genocide to natural disasters to shattered lives, how dare we claim that God exists? Or as one skeptic put it, "I rather hope God is real; on the last day, he will have to answer to me."

Today, Chase and Quinn tackle the problem of evil. The boys take an honest look at their own lives and give a fair overview of the two other major explanations of suffering: atheism and Buddhism. Then finally they turn to the Bible to seriously examine what God wants to teach us about evil and suffering - and they discover that God's response is one of unimaginable love and comfort. It's a heavy episode, but then again it's a heavy question.

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If evolution describes the world perfectly, why do we even need to believe in God? Isn't God just a fairy tale ancient civilizations invented to make themselves feel better - or to explain rain, fire, and the seasons? It's often said that believing in God makes as much sense as believing in Little Red Riding Hood or Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

Chase and Quinn are diving headfirst into a series on apologetics, and they're starting it off with a banger of an episode focused on this question: How do we know God exists? The boys explore why this questions matters for you in your life, and then walk through three ironclad arguments that prove there is a divine, spaceless, timeless, immaterial, personal and powerful designer - in other words, that God is real. Tune in if you're facing the terrifying reality of this big question, or if you have a friend or loved one who has asked this question, or if you simply want to be prepared to deal with skepticism as you practice evangelism in our postmodern world.

Links to resources:

The Kalam Cosmological Argument: 

(A scholarly work on this argument) https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/popular-writings/existence-nature-of-god/the-kalam-cosmological-argument

(A simplified overview of this argument) https://www.solas-cpc.org/a-beginners-guide-to-the-kalam-cosmological-argument/

Irreducible Complexity: https://answersingenesis.org/reviews/books/darwins-black-box/

Fine Tuning: https://www.discovery.org/m/2020/06/Fine-Tuning-Parameters-Jay-Richards.pdf

Buy C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity wherever books are sold.

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People often call Scripture reading the "foundational spiritual discipline." But why is that? And even if you understand the significance of the Bible in your life, where do you start reading in this massive tome? And how are you expected to understand its most dense sections?

Today, Chase and Quinn dive into the Bible to answer all of these questions and much more. There's so much to say and not enough time to say it. If you want to experience the rich presence of God and have Him radically impact your life, then go no further. The Bible is the place to go. So join the boys for some laughs about the funnier parts of the good book, as well as a stimulating conversation about the wonders of the word of God and how to mine this treasure for yourself.

Bible Reading Plans: https://bibleproject.com/reading-plans/

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The porn industry generates at least $12 billion every year. And that number is only growing. Pornography has become such a normalized part of our world that we don't even realize that modern ad campaigns, the TV shows we watch on Netflix, and modern music videos are all thinly veiled pornography (and not always so thinly veiled). Why does the Church so strongly oppose pornography? Why are we still drawn to it anyways? And why does God care what we do in the privacy of our own bedrooms?

Today, Chase and Quinn tackle these big questions and more. If you or a loved one are struggling with porn addiction, join the guys for a conversation about the devestating effects of porn, why you will never be fulfilled by it, and how you can be free from the shame it creates. Send this episode to those who need to hear it! The topics discussed are important and too often hushed up both in family and Church life. But bringing these things out of darkness into life - that's how they will be overcome.

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Success in the world is often violently opposed to God's vision of success. Unfortunately, it's so easy for us in the Church to be driven along by the current of cultural success, often without our even knowing about it.

Today, Chase and Quinn dive headfirst into the murky waters of the cultural lies that drive our lives. Why do we so readily value individual success? What does it mean to live your truth? Should we strive to become one with ourselves? And then the conversation turns to the beautiful biblical response to this cultural wave. The chief end of Man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. Join the guys as they unpack these ideas and the direct impact they have on your life and the lives of those around you.

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In the very first episode of Revolution Podcast, Chase and Quinn dive into a short series asking questions about disturbing cultural phenomenons that may be driving your life.

We've all heard the statistics of how many young people are walking away from the Church. Weak faith seems like an epidemic sweeping our nation. Join Chase and Quinn as they dive into this epidemic - questioning why it's happening, what we can do about it, and how you as a believer can strengthen your own faith. It's a wide ranging conversation covering deconstruction, biblical literacy, and much much more.

Welcome to the Revolution!

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If Jesus is King… then following Him should change everything.

I’m Chase, and this is Revolution—a podcast about radical faith for a rising generation.

If you’re tired of surface-level Christianity—if you’ve wrestled with doubt, struggled to stand firm, or wondered how to follow Jesus in a culture pulling you away from Him—you’re not alone. And you’re in the right place.

Every two weeks, we go deep—unpacking theology, Scripture, and culture in a way that’s honest, raw, and practical. We’ve tackled revival, suffering, God’s wrath and love, church history, and more. Scroll through our backlist: it’s packed with conversations you won’t want to miss.

So if you’re ready to think deeper, stand firmer, and live with unshakable faith, follow this show on your podcast platform of choice.

Because faith isn’t just a belief. It’s a revolution.