In this brand new Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re sifting through the fire and brimstone to find out what the Bible actually says about Hell. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they sort through popular beliefs surrounding this controversial topic. Along the way, you’ll hear new slogans for protestants, a surprising amount of WWII talk, and how our understanding of God informs our view of what happens when we die. You don’t want to miss our mos...
Jan 21, 2022•57 min
Pull out your telescopes and search for some UFOs because in this Favored or Forsaken episode we’re talking about aliens. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss how the discovery of life on other planets would impact their faith. Along the way, they’ll explore whether or not aliens are currently among us appropriating human culture and if Jamie is part of NASA’s long con to cover up extraterrestrials. All this and more awaits you in our most intergalactic episode yet! MENTIONS Reference Arti...
Jan 14, 2022•50 min
Get ready to bro-out and talk about sacks way too much as we continue our deep dive on Joseph. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they wrap up Genesis by discussing questions like how long is too long to weep on someone’s neck, and did David steal Joseph’s Biblical lunch money? All this and more awaits you in our epic conclusion to the book of Genesis. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Genesis 42:1-38 | Genesis 45:1-11 | Genesis 46:26-34 | Genesis 50:22-26 Story Catch-Up: Season 14, Episod...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 6 min
In this very special Christmas Eve edition of Favored or Forsaken we’re talking about Christmas Carols. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they provide a theological intervention for the kid from The Christmas Shoes, discuss how the gospel is all over Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and decide whether or not Mary knew. May this highly favored episode provide all the merriment and snark that you need for your Christmas festivities. MENTIONS Oldest Christmas Carol: Angel’s Hymn Carol History Roundup: C...
Dec 24, 2021•50 min
It’s time to trim the tree and refute some heresies because in this episode of Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School we’re talking about what the Church gets wrong about Christmas. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they explore the history of Christmas trees, fake snowball fights, and whether or not you should take up your arms in the War on Christmas (spoiler: you’re probably fine). Does baby Jesus cry at the sight of Xmas, and what’s the deal with Mary’s virginity? You’ll have to listen to find out...
Dec 17, 2021•44 min
All your dreams are about to come true because in this episode we’re talking about one of the hottest people in the Bible: Joseph. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they unpack ancient baboons as detectives, how to not let bitterness transform your heart, and a recasting of Aladdin (think Zac Efron in Jafar’s clothing). All this and more awaits you in our dreamiest episode yet! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Genesis 40-41 Listen: Season 2, Episode 5: Joseph and His Brothers | Season 5,...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Stuff We Didn’t Get In Sunday School is our episode series where we attempt to shine a light on our spiritual or biblical blindspots. We interrogate this knowledge void to understand why we developed this gap in awareness and whether or not it changes or challenges the complexion of our beliefs. Dust off that old KJV and brush up on your Hebrew, because today we’re talking about how we got the Bible. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as she chats with Knox and Jamie about how we went from ho...
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 4 min
In this very special Favored or Forsaken episode, we are discussing and recapping the Netflix series Midnight Mass. Could it be possible that this mini-series that presents itself as a story of horror and faith is actually a timely message on forgiveness and acceptance? Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they unpack this chilling series while answering listener questions to determine if this is in fact favored or forsaken. (Warning: this episode is obviously FILLED with spoilers.) MENTIONS Watch: Mid...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 21 min
No, you don't have déjà vu. We're revisiting the story of Adam and Eve from our debut episode of The Bible Binge. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they retrace the origins of The Bible Binge (you'll learn that it was either this or a People Magazine recap) to shed new light on a familiar story. They'll explore being victimized by Twitter feeds, what it looks like to take an inventory of your faith, and how to decide which fruit to risk it all for. This episode will remind you that when you know bet...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 36 min
Stuff We Didn’t Get In Sunday School is our episode series where we attempt to shine a light on our spiritual or biblical blindspots. We interrogate this knowledge void to understand why we developed this gap in awareness and whether or not it changes or challenges the complexion of our beliefs. In this debut episode, we tackle one of the most popular questions we get in here at The Bible Binge: why aren’t dinosaurs in the Bible? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as...
Oct 29, 2021•47 min
Carve those pumpkins, check your candy, and get ready for that church parking lot trunk-or-treat because this episode is all about Jesusween, or, to be more technical, the confluence of Christianity with Halloween. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as we dive into the history of Halloween, the “hell house” phenomenon, and a passionate discussion on cakewalks. All this and more awaits you in our spookiest episode yet! MENTIONS Fall Treats: Pumpkin Joe-Joe’s from Trader Joe’s | Trader Joe’s Fall Rundown ...
Oct 15, 2021•43 min
Brace yourself because in this episode we’re covering the entire book of Job. Join Knox and Jamie as they enter into a holy rap battle featuring a lot of whining, sad flutes, and adversarial schemes. Along the way we’ll explore what it means to fear God, how to maintain integrity in the face of suffering, and why you might want to move this book up to the front of your Bible reading plan. All this and more awaits you in our most transactional episode yet! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Epis...
Oct 08, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Get those brushes and shovels ready because this month we’re taking you behind the scenes into The Bible Binge Seminary to hear a very special conversation from our Faith Adjacent Book Club on Biblical Archaeology with Dr. Jodi Magness. Dr. Magness is a professor of early Judaism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a professional archaeologist who actually digs stuff up. You’ll want to take extensive notes as we explore her work at both Huqoq and Masada, how to ask questions t...
Sep 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Clip those coupons and get those creative wheels turning because in this Favored or Forsaken episode we’re deep-diving the crafting empire Hobby Lobby. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they explore Hobby Lobby’s run-ins with the Supreme Court, their questionable archaeological endeavors, and why they only seem to have one check-out counter open at any given time. All this and more awaits you in our craftiest episode yet! MENTIONS Straight to the Source: Hobby Lobby Website | Coupons | Core Values B...
Sep 12, 2021•59 min
Hopefully you’re lapping your water like a dog because in this episode, Knox and Jamie deep dive the greatest judge in Israel’s history, Gideon. Was Gideon a military super force or simply a willing vessel? Find out in this episode featuring fleece hoodie tests, biblical baking measurements, and ancient WWJD bracelets. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Judges 6-8 Hall of Faith: Hebrews 11 Archaeology Corner: Ancient Gideon Jug Past Episodes Mentioned: Sacred Cinema: Captain Marvel | F...
Sep 05, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Grab your scepter and put on your crown as we go pinkies up to talk about the faith adjacency of the British Royal Family. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon in this episode featuring a historical deep dive of the monarchy, a royal relic corner, and look at the current faith of the royal family. All this and more awaits you in our most regal episode yet! MENTIONS What makes up the UK: Learn here Anastasia: Watch the Movie | History Read: The Royal Diaries People Magazine: Prince William Deep ...
Aug 29, 2021•48 min
It’s time to check those notifications and get to scrolling because in this episode we are exploring whether Facebook is favored or forsaken. Following Facebook’s recent movement towards more religious involvement, Knox, Jamie, and Erin dive into a larger conversation surrounding social media and the Church. Does Facebook make your life better or does it simply fan the flame of a family gathering dumpster fire? You’ll have to send this episode a friend request to find out! MENTIONS NY Times Arti...
Aug 15, 2021•43 min
This week we deep-dive our most requested biblical character, the tent-maker turned tent-murderer Jael. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they explain why the first six books of the Bible are exactly like the Twilight Saga in this story featuring horse panic attacks, TWO named women, and all the drama. If you’re the type of listener who is into the Bible but also likes Quentin Tarantino and some violence, this is the perfect episode for you! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Judges 4 Read...
Aug 08, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Step up to the starting line and get ready to go for gold because in this Faith Adjacent episode we’re deep-diving the Olympics. We’ll go faster, higher, and stronger together as we unpack the ancient origins and modern resurgence of the Olympics, explore the use of athletic metaphors throughout scripture, and hear interviews from actual Olympic gold medalists Laura Wilkinson and Bryan Clay in our most athletic episode yet! MENTIONS Where to Watch: NBC | Peacock | YoutubeTV Investigative Journal...
Jul 25, 2021•53 min
Cue the lights and crank up that fog machine because this Favored or Forsaken episode is all about Megachurches. Whether you’re looking for a wildly specific ministry group or a worship service presented in three different languages, all are welcome here as we explore the things that megachurches don’t often get credit for and the things that might deserve a little criticism. Grab your coffee, fade into the crowd, and get ready for that volunteer campaign as we unpack the history and impact of t...
Jul 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min
What better way to kick off our Farewell Season (note: this is not an actual farewell) than to unpack a story about Lazarus in which even Jesus didn’t want to say farewell. In this resurrection amuse-bouche of a story, we revisit some familiar characters while exploring enneagram fours as biblical authors, Jewish burial practices, and how to contain your eye-rolling when your rabbi is full of riddles. Roll away that stone and strip off those burial clothes because this season premiere is going t...
Jul 11, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Lace up those Yeezys and polish that Gucci belt because in this very special interview episode of Favored or Forsaken, Knox sits down with Ben Kirby of PreachersNSneakers. We’re no strangers to asking any and all questions surrounding faith, and through discussing his Instagram account and recent book, Ben Kirby explores why it is helpful to question celebrity church culture. Join Knox and Ben as they discuss things like whether we might have a responsibility for putting pastors in unwinnable po...
Jul 04, 2021•55 min
Don’t Wait Until Tomorrow to listen to this Faith Adjacent deep dive on the life and lyrics of John Mayer. Host Erin Moon is Bold as Love as she explores John Mayer’s Shadow Days, Katy Perry conspiracy theories, and what to do when you can’t Say What You Need to Say. This conversation is framed around the larger concept of musical torchbearers because Who Says we can’t have someone take us to church when they may not actually know how to get there themselves? Disclaimer: You might want to Stop T...
Jun 27, 2021•42 min
We have fought the good fight, and we have finished the race with this final episode in our season on Paul. From shipwrecks to city-wide fires, this episode has everything you would want from a season finale including Shark Tank pitches and confusing cliffhangers. Try not to lose your head as we take one final look at one of the most influential people in Christian history in our most fiery episode yet! . . . . . Head over to thebiblebinge.com/listen/deathundernero to find all of our notes, ment...
Jun 20, 2021•55 min
Dust off those one-pieces, start rehearsing those campfire songs, and pile into the church van because The Bible Binge is taking you to summer camp! In this most recent Favored or Forsaken episode we explore the history and the business behind summer camps to find out if there’s more to the experience than just a hot bunk bed in an overcrowded cabin. Join hosts Knox, Jamie, and Erin on a stroll down memory lane (that may or may not have been repressed) and find out why The Popcast Media Group ow...
Jun 13, 2021•50 min
Imagine, if you will, this scene from Acts: a tiny group of new believers, a wealthy lady who just might be funding the whole church, a jailer and his family who previously worshipped pagan gods, an out-of-work fortune teller, and a doctor who has a way with words. Is this the cast list from a Wes Anderson film, or could this be Paul’s ideal model for the Church? All of this and more awaits you in our most earth-shaking episode yet! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Acts 16 Purple Clo...
Jun 06, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Hold the milk, put back the sugar as we dive into the spiritual history of the most important meal of the day, breakfast. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon at the breakfast buffet as she explores the boozy breakfasts of days past, the scandalous origins of cereal, and what it would be like to have Jesus himself cook you breakfast. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, gather around the table and prepare to never look at breakfast the same way again. DISCLAIMER: This episode comes with a content war...
May 30, 2021•51 min
As we continue our season on Paul, we enter the Thunderdome as Paul and Peter butt heads. Is this dispute a Godzilla vs. Kong level throwdown, or is this simply a gentleman’s disagreement that has been blown out of proportion? Join us as we challenge ourselves to allow words like reconsideration and change to be avenues to get closer to God’s heart all while learning more than you ever wanted to know about circumcision in this polarizing episode. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Gala...
May 23, 2021•1 hr 7 min
In light of the recent decision of Saddleback Church to shatter that SBC glass ceiling and ordain three women (hold your gasps until the end please), we explore the topic of Women in Authority to determine whether it is favored or forsaken. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with hosts Knox and Jamie as they strap on cultural goggles to unpack some controversial scripture, explore the recent history of women in the Church, and provide a gentle rebuke to some salty blog boiz in our most ...
May 16, 2021•55 min
Get ready to be stopped in your tracks and let those scales fall from your eyes as we unpack Paul’s Damascus Road experience in this latest episode of The Bible Binge. Join us as we explore how to balance tradition with reconsideration, what it looks like to ask God quality follow-up questions, and why Damascus is considered by some to be the TikTok of the Bible. Saddle up your horse (you’ll understand this later…) and get ready to see the light as we journey down the path of one of the most fam...
May 09, 2021•1 hr 5 min
