In this festive Favored or Forsaken episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are talking about the NOs of Church at Christmas. You’ll hear listener stories about things like flying violinists, sermons from beyond the grave, stripping angels, and MUCH more. We’ll explore important topics like whether or not Christmas Day should be on a Sunday and if Christmas is better than Easter. Which Christmas songs need to go and DID Mary actually know? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Stay Updated: Sign up...
Dec 15, 2022•39 min
We talk a lot about the Bible here at The Bible Binge, so we thought it was time to spend some time discussing HOW we read the Bible. Get ready to take A LOT of notes because Jamie and Erin are joined by Pastor Trey Ferguson as they discuss things like inerrancy, losers in the Bible, and learning to say, “I don’t know.” DOES it actually matter how we read the Bible, or are good vibes with God enough? You’ll have to listen to find out. MENTIONS Trey Ferguson: Instagram | Twitter | Three Black Men...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 15 min
In this latest episode, Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon are talking all about Joshua (or Moses 2: Electric Boogaloo). Throughout this episode you’ll hear deep dives on the history surrounding this famous story, lots of talk about mass circumcisions, and even more talk about rams horns. Come for the practical application of the story, but stay for the section in which Knox and Jamie practice their battle cries. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Joshua 5:13-15...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 8 min
In this brand new Favored or Forsaken episode, we’re talking about paid Christian content! As creators of paid Christian content, Jamie, Erin, and Evan take a look at the history, biblical references, and the current cultural context to decide if it is good for the Christians or bad for the Christians. Along the way you’ll hear conversations about whether or not the PMG should have its own museum, whether or not we would subscribe to Paul’s substack, and what Steven Furtick’s REAL name is. MENTI...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min
In this very special episode, Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon is teaming up with Community Manager Evan to present Office Hours, in which they answer listener questions on theology, church, and more! Office Hours is normally a weekly resource on Instagram, but this week we thought we would do an expanded edition. You’ll hear Erin and Evan explore things like tarot cards, excommunication, when to know if it is time to leave a church, and (trigger warning) the Romans Road. All this and more await...
Oct 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Who really IS your neighbor? Shannan Martin is joining Jamie and Erin in this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode to answer that question. Shannan will hold your hand as we explore what it looks like to be a good neighbor while also living as a neighbor. Along the way, you’ll hear hostile students Jamie and Erin talk about kitchen fires, money laundering, and murderous neighbors. All this and more awaits you in our most neighborly episode yet! MENTIONS Shannan Martin: Instagram |...
Oct 06, 2022•54 min
We’re all about reconsideration here at The Bible Binge, so in this episode, we are doing a new deep-dive on Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. Join Knox, Jamie, and Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as they rethink some of the most iconic figures in the Bible. Along the way, you’ll hear about senior discounts on tampons, what it means to be hot in the Bible, and an exploration of ancient marriage contracts. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Genesis 12:1-3, 16:1-16, 18:9-15, and 21:1-21 Castin...
Sep 22, 2022•1 hr 31 min
It’s time to name it and claim it because in this latest Favored or Forsaken episode, we’re talking all about Prosperity Gospel. Join Jamie, Erin, and Terrance as they take you on a journey through the history of this movement while discussing both its pitfalls and highlights. Along the way, you’ll hear each host pick their prosperity gospel mascot in addition to a surprising shark tank pitch and the board game you never knew you needed. All this and more awaits you in what is sure to be the mos...
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr
Today marks a new day for the Bible Binge. Listen in as Knox, Jamie, and Erin discuss all the changes coming to the pod, as well as hear a teaser for today's exclusive bonus Patreon episode: The NOs of Youth Group. To learn more about the changes coming to Bible Binge Seminary, click here. To join Bible Binge Seminary, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2022•13 min
We’re checking back in with Solomon in this latest episode! Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we explore Solomon’s interaction with one of the most disputed and over-decorated characters in the Bible, the Queen of Sheba. You’ll also hear a history of shaving, talk about a whisper network of birds, and why you shouldn't have any new friends. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Kings 9-11 Casting: LaKeith Stanfield | Gabrielle Union Summer of Solomon: Li...
Aug 26, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by the enneagram because Knox, Jamie, and Erin are going to decide if this controversial tool is favored or forsaken. In this episode, you’ll hear conversations surrounding the history and practicality of the enneagram as well as surprising tangents such as how Jamie would fare as a cult leader and bodily fluids that affect personality. Is the enneagram the devil’s workshop, or is it the key to unlocking your purpose in life? You’ll have ...
Aug 19, 2022•50 min
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re talking all about Heaven. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore all their hopes, dreams, anxieties, and fears about what happens when we die. Is Heaven just one endless Hillsong concert? Do all dogs go to Heaven? Is the hope of Heaven the hopiest hope of all the hopes? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Scripture Referenced: Job 7, 14 | Ezekiel 37 | Pslam 16:9, 11 | Revelation 21...
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 8 min
It is finally time for us to deep-dive the super-wise, super-married Solomon. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we begin a journey into the life of Solomon. You’ll hear discussions on asking for wisdom, ancient polygamy, and an emotional recollection of a lost episode of The Bible Binge. What was Solomon’s role in building the temple, and how many people were actually in his kingdom? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: ...
Jul 29, 2022•1 hr 9 min
In our latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School Episode, we’re deep-diving communion! Or is the Eucharist? The Lord’s Supper? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore this confusing and highly-debated practice. What’s the difference between consubstantiation and transubstantiation? What is a love feast? Are there limits to who can participate? Answers to these questions and more await you in this episode! MENTIONS Scripture Referenced: Genesis 14 | John ...
Jul 22, 2022•49 min
Grab your punch and cookies because we’re talking all about Vacation Bible School. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss whether this summer church staple is favored or forsaken. Along the way, you’ll hear lots of hand motion talk, a surprising VBS history lesson, and Jamie’s most traumatic church experience ever. Is VBS a picture of what the church does best or a problematic childcare service? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS A good guy that overcame a weird last name: Learn abo...
Jul 08, 2022•53 min
In this very special episode, Erin sits down with her daughter Holland to have a discussion all about what it is like to be the child of two parents who are de- and reconstructing their faith. Holland and Erin explore questions like why church is important, what adults should know about faith for kids, and if candy is a viable option for lunch. This episode is perfect for anyone who has ever asked questions about their faith. MENTIONS Helpful resource for parents: Meredith Anne Miller on Instagr...
Jun 24, 2022•36 min
In this very special episode, we invite you to listen along to our Faith Adjacent Book Club in which Erin and Evan chat with Beth Allison Barr all about her book The Making of Biblical Womanhood. You’ll hear some fascinating history lessons, incredibly helpful answers to listener questions, and tips on how to be a better Bible scholar. Buckle up because we have a TON of resources for you in the notes below! Dr. Barr is a DELIGHT. We did not play it cool, and you don’t have to either. MENTIONS Be...
Jun 17, 2022•1 hr 20 min
In this Favored or Forsaken episode, we’re talking all about the recent Southern Baptist Convention Guidepost Report. This was originally released as a Mini-Favored or Forsaken episode on Patreon, but our Bible Binge Seminarians said that this was an episode that everyone needed to hear! You’ll hear Jamie and Erin talk about an experience that intersected with this report as well as answers to some listener questions. Just a warning: this episode contains references to both sexual abuse and suic...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we discuss that bitter cryer who just wanted a baby, Hannah. Along the way, you’ll hear conversations about negotiating with God, double portions of fried rice, and some quality needlepoint ideas. Did the tabernacle have the aesthetic of an Arby’s? What’s the deal with calling God the Lord of Heaven’s Armies? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Samuel 1:1-28 Casting: Simone Ashley | B...
May 27, 2022•1 hr
In this very special Favored or Forsaken episode, Knox and Erin are joined by author, co-host of Pantsuit Politics, and parenthetical enthusiast Beth Silvers to talk about America as a Christian nation. Not sure if you’re aware, but there’s a lot going on in the news right now. We’re zooming out a bit to have a conversation about whether or not America should be an expressly Christian nation. Is Christian nationalism turning people away from faith? Is a government that reflects Christian values ...
May 20, 2022•59 min
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode we’re talking all about baptism! Should we all be dunked? Is sprinkling the way to go? What about babies? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore these questions and more. You’ll also hear some love for our Quaker friends, Jamie’s academic team history, and why the church baptismal is the perfect youth group hideaway. MENTIONS Scripture Referenced: Mark 1:8 | Acts 8:26-40 | Acts 2:38| 1 Peter 3:19...
May 13, 2022•50 min
Get ready to send out some ravens because in this episode we’re talking about Noah. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they revisit one of our earliest episode topics in which God decided to ctrl+alt+del creation. You’ll hear conversations about how many animals were actually on the boat, speculation about where people drop out of their Bible in a year plan, and some surprising revelations about Insane Clown Posse. MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Genesis 6:9-22 | Genesis 7-8 Casting: Rob...
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 25 min
We’re returning to Archaeology Corner in this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode as we talk about The Dead Sea Scrolls. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore this discovery that we know is important but tend not to actually know much about. You’ll hear conversations involving treasure maps, really cool nicknames, and conspiracy theory camps as we try to figure out why Christians are so obsessed with these things. MENTIONS The Popcast Liv...
Apr 22, 2022•44 min
Pull out your pastels and watch out for eggs falling from the sky because in this Favored or Forsaken episode we’re talking about the Nos of Easter. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they unpack listener gentle (or not so gentle) rebukes of Easter. They’ll answer questions like what’s the greatest jellybean of all time, why the disciples didn’t just record the correct date, and whether or not Easter grass is the herpes of Easter. Are the celebrations surrounding Easter favored or forsaken? You’ll ha...
Apr 15, 2022•45 min
To celebrate Women’s History Month we’re deciding if the Proverbs 31 Woman is favored or forsaken. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they hold the source material (i.e. the Bible) up against DC Talk and popular ministries to see whether or not we've misunderstood this passage. Is Proverbs 31 just for women? Could this passage actually be about wisdom? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Source Material: Proverbs 31 Helpful Past Episodes: SWDGISS: The Trinity | Faith Adjacent: Purity Culture ...
Mar 25, 2022•59 min
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re talking about one of the most complex, mysterious, and just plain weird concepts in Christianity: the Trinity. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they deep-dive this Christian doctrine while exploring listener questions. Along the way, you’ll get a trinitarian vocabulary lesson, learn about pooping yourself to death, and hear Erin’s worst movie description ever. MENTIONS The Popcast Live! Buy Ticke...
Mar 18, 2022•51 min
Prepare yourself for some Old Testament trash talk, because we’re deep-diving Elijah. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as they look to 1 and 2 Kings to explore this biblical superhero. Along the way, you’ll hear conversations discussing the history of angel food cake, Elijah throughout various sacred texts, and Erin’s gentle rebuke immunity card. This is a fiery episode that you won’t want to miss! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Kings 17-19 | 2 King...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Get ready to spend some quality time with Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they venture into the special books section to talk about Love Languages. As an act of service, they’ll determine whether this Christian turned mainstream phenomenon is favored or forsaken. You’ll hear words of affirmation surrounding the enneagram, SNL, and getting out of your comfort zone. While you may not be able to respond with physical touch, this episode is sure to be a gift that will make you feel loved! MENTIONS Source M...
Feb 18, 2022•47 min
In this latest edition of Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School, we’re talking about all the shiny stuff in the Bible! Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they answer listener questions and discuss treasures from the Bible. You’ll hear conversations surrounding snake sticks, Ark of the Covenant conspiracy theories, and worms that help build temples. (Warning: This episode contains significant spoilers for cinematic masterpiece The Pink Panther 2). MENTIONS The Popca...
Feb 11, 2022•44 min
Get ready for the ultimate Jesus juke because in this episode we’re talking about Jesus in the wilderness. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as they unpack what could be described as the Coachella of temptations. Along the way, you’ll hear about health corner with Jamie, unfortunate interactions with the red spicy guy, and a surprising deep dive into British history. This just might be our most tempting episode yet! MENTIONS Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Luke ...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 1 min
