In this latest Ask A Bible Scholar episode, Bible Scholars Erin and Evan explore listener questions about when/how to consider Biblical context, why Elisha made bears attack some kids, and so much more! You’ll hear a full breakdown of how to approach tough scripture, plenty of resources for thinking about Hell, and rapid-fire episode recommendations for topics we have previously covered! MENTIONS Bible Scholar Resources: NET Bible | Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible | Bible Gateway Plus | Bible H...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 1 min
It is technically an off week here on our main feed, so we decided to give you a sampling of all the theological goodness available last month at The Faith Adjacent Seminary on Patreon. You’ll hear clips from our recent episode about The Tortured Poets Department, spicy editions of Faith Adjacent Thunderdome and Kid Logic, and finally, a snippet from Electives with Evan: Video Games. If you like what you hear (and we know you will), you can test out our fake online divinity school by starting a ...
May 02, 2024•28 min
Join Erin, Jamie, and Evan as we unpack actual memes sent by our listeners and provide responses that could be used in an online interaction. You’ll hear a full spectrum of tips ranging from fruit of the Spirit to spice of the Spirit about things like emotional health, Jedi Jesus, and panic over parenting children in 2024. What does Dwight Schrute have to say about progressive Christianity, and who puts the “stud” in Bible study? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS I need a visual: Find ...
Apr 25, 2024•52 min
You know those beliefs you weren’t directly taught but thought for some reason as a kid? That’s what Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon and Guidance Counselor Evan are unpacking in this latest episode! You’ll hear listener comments about what really goes on behind the scenes of the offering collection, the logistics of being born again, feeding Jesus apple juice, and so much more! Are we committing the unpardonable sin, and did we find the most unhinged purity culture comment of all time? You’ll h...
Apr 18, 2024•46 min
In this latest episode, we’re inviting you to step into the Faith Adjacent Thunderdome. Join Erin, Jamie, and Evan in this cage-match-style competition in which various faith-adjacent people or concepts are placed against each other, and only one can survive. Categories include CCM Artists, Biblical Authors, and Spiritual Practices. Which books of the Bible will survive? Will the state of the Christian music industry forever be rattled? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Thanks for the ...
Apr 11, 2024•43 min
In this latest Favored of Forsaken episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are each bringing different topics to the discussion table! Is the impending total solar eclipse a sign of the end times? What’s the deal with the national conversation about in-vitro fertilization and pro-life legislation? Who should be the Pope’s official exorcist? Are these topics favored or forsaken? You’ll have to listen to find out! Make sure to stick around to the end because we’re sharing our personal favored and forsaken ...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we snake draft our favorite sacred and secular aspects of Easter! You’ll hear contentious conversations about the superior version of a Reese’s, Jamie’s curious Easter afternoon tradition, and how Shamu plays into Easter morning activities. Come for the Biblical story highlights; stay for the mouth-watering conversations about ham, hashbrown casserole, and resurrection rolls. MENTIONS Let Your Voice Be Heard: Take the Faith Adjacent Listener Survey Past Easter Episo...
Mar 28, 2024•45 min
Step into our office as we answer your questions! In this latest Office Hours episode, Erin, Knox, and Jamie are answering questions about singleness in the church, AI’s impact on faith, why Christian movies suck, and so much more! Which reality shows would Biblical characters excel at, and what is the deal with enneagram fives? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Let Your Voice Be Heard: Take the Faith Adjacent Listener Survey Faith Adjacent Movie to Watch: Whiplash Relevant Past Episod...
Mar 21, 2024•35 min
Hop in the Chevy with Barbie and Ken as we take a journey to Barbieland in this latest Sacred Cinema episode! Erin and Jamie are dissecting the 2023 cinematic spectacular Barbie for secular and spiritual themes while also answering listener questions about things like predestination and deconstruction. Is this movie secretly a guide for men about the patriarchy, and are there moments in this movie that you should unpack with a religious trauma therapist? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIO...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Evan as we deep dive Clement of Alexandria. You’ll hear geography lessons, learn about some controversial theological views, and discover why Clement was called a “master of Christian philosophy.” Is Clement of Alexandria the Pedro Pascal of the second century, and what do potatoes have to do with all this? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Relevant Past Episode: Who the Hell is Lottie Moon? See us at The Popcast Live! Get tick...
Mar 07, 2024•53 min
In honor of Leap Day, Erin and Evan, along with special guest Sarah Bessey, are inducting new members into the Leap of Faith Hall of Fame. Who are those people who took the biggest trust fall for the Lord? Who said, “Spirit lead me where my faith is without borders,” and meant it? You’ll hear about some of the biggest leaps of faith in the Bible, cultural icons that have taken some chances, and some trust falls that are questionable at best. Be sure to grab a pen and paper because you’ll want to...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 15 min
If we don’t think Purity Culture is the solution, then what are we supposed to teach our kids? That’s what Erin and Meredith are exploring in this latest I Kid You Not episode! We’ll be answering listener questions about what this Bible actually says about all this, having conversations with kids who are queer, how masturbation plays into all this, and so much more! Come for a safe place to vent your frustrations; stay for Meredith’s spicy take on consent. MENTIONS I Kid You Not Deep-Dive: Check...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 12 min
What the hell is Lent? That’s what Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Jamie and Evan, are exploring in this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode! You’ll hear about Lent’s origins, some highlights of the season, and plenty of tips for how to participate in this season! What is Spy Wednesday, and is there a deeper origin behind Easter eggs? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Where can I find Erin’s Lent guide? Right here! Spy Wednesday: Learn about the origin of t...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 2 min
In this latest episode, Erin and Evan are joined by Medievalist scholar Dr. Grace Hamman to Christianity in the Middle Ages. You’ll hear about fart jokes on tapestries, the impact of the black death, and so much more! What is an anchorite and is there a Medieval equivalent of the MCU? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Tell me more about Dr. Grace Hamman: Order her book here | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Medievalish Newsletter | Old Books with Grace Podcast | Fred Rogers + Julian of...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Step into our office (not in a weird way) as we answer your questions! In this latest Office Hours episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering questions about imprecatory Psalms, finding a new church, what to do when you have a friend who prays too much, and so much more! What is Knox’s take on Shia LaBeouf’s recent dive into Catholicism, and what do the Jonas Brothers have to do with the Methodist Church? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Bible Passages Referenced: Psalm 69 | Psalm 1...
Feb 01, 2024•49 min
Should we have learned about the Twelve Tribes of Israel in Sunday School? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Erin as we explore this question! You’ll hear conversations about the lost tribes, whether or not these tribes are still important today, and so much more! What’s the ancient version of a basket from Harry & David, and is Deborah the Taylor Swift of the Bible? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Relevant Passages from the Bible: Genesis 49 | The Song o...
Jan 25, 2024•59 min
In this latest episode, Erin and Evan combine all their Bible Scholar knowledge to answer your questions! You’ll hear deep dives on left-handed people in the Bible, a journey into the King James Bible, and tons of discussion about what Paul meant when talking about being saved through childbearing. What’s the deal with Ehud, and can women and single men be elders? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Start your 2024 off right! Get the Faith Adjacent 2024 Resource Mega-Bundle Want even mor...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 5 min
We’re just barely into 2024, and we already have a lot of feelings about resolutions! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we discuss the NOs of Resolutions! You’ll hear plenty of listener comments about spiritualizing secular resolutions, church-wide fasts, and vision boards. What is on our vision boards for 2024, and which passages of scripture are best before a makeout session? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Start your 2024 off right! Get the Faith Adjacent 2024 Resource Mega-Bundle Pro...
Jan 11, 2024•39 min
Grab your umin and thummin and dust off your priestly breastplate because we’re naming our 2024 prophecies! Join Erin, Jamie, and Evan as we discuss what we hope to see, what we think we’ll see, and what we’re nervous about in the new year! You’ll hear about our Antichrist predictions, movements in Christianity, and so much more! Is purity culture coming back? Which celebs will walk the Romans Road this year? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Ditch the planner: Get the Faith Adjacent 2...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In this latest episode, we’re inviting you into the Faith Adjacent Seminary to listen to our Fellowship Hall: Pray-UA. Join Erin and Evan as they discuss listener questions about prayer, such as who you pray to and what the deal is with intercessory prayer. What happens when we ghost God during prayer? Is God just a cosmic Santa? You’ll hear answers to these questions and more! This event originally took place around the release of The Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer, so you’ll hear all about tha...
Dec 21, 2023•53 min
Pour yourself some wassail or hot cocoa and listen along as Erin, Jamie, and Evan unpack some Christmas Confessions. We asked for some holiday-themed confessions on Instagram, and you did not disappoint! We’ll unpack stories about church nativity productions, uncovering Christmas presents, and so much more! As you can imagine, there are some magic-ruining moments in this episode, so proceed with caution when listening with little ears. MENTIONS Ditch the planner: Get the Faith Adjacent 2024 Reso...
Dec 14, 2023•37 min
Today, we’re kicking off a new series called “Who the hell is…” in which we deep-dive into the biographies of famous Christians! Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Evan as we discuss Lottie Moon. Why do we only talk about her around Christmas? Why is she associated with cookies? Is she the feminist icon of the Southern Baptist Convention? You’ll have to listen to find out. MENTIONS Learn more here: The New Lottie Moon Story by Catherine B. Allen Deep-Dive: Read about Lott...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 10 min
In honor of the greatest television event of the Thanksgiving season, The National Dog Show, we’re doing our own version by crowing the Best Saint in Show. Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as they present various saints across different categories to see who will take home the trophy. You’ll see a saint famous for defeating dragons, another who struck her father with lighting, and one who was just an all-around good guy. Who among these is the Best Saint in Show? You’ll have to listen to find out! MEN...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 6 min
We’re rounding out our classics series by revisiting the final episode of our debut season! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss Joseph, the forgotten figure of the nativity. In this episode, you’ll hear a lengthy (and riveting) translation corner, some contentious casting decisions, and appreciations for the classic episodes. How old was Joseph, and what’s the deal with the conflicting genealogies? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Where are we in the Bible? Matthew 1:18-24 | Lu...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Step into our office as we answer your questions! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they explore questions about Biblical authors, keeping teens engaged with faith, what the deal with Hell is, and so much more! You’ll also hear some expert friendship advice from Knox, as well as plenty of tips on prayer when you have trouble concentrating. Is your church a cult, and are you a lukewarm Christian? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Romans Deep-Dive: Into the Heart of Romans by N.T. Wright Her...
Nov 09, 2023•44 min
What do Dorito dust nuggets, knuckle cracking, and kids throwing up at school all have in common? In this latest episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are talking about the weird things we’re thankful for! You’ll hear some of our stories of gratitude, as well as plenty of listener comments. This is the actual kick-start to your month of gratitude that is sure to make you use that praise hands emoji! MENTIONS Bible Passages Mentioned: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Doritos Dust Nugget? Learn more here | Get your ...
Nov 02, 2023•43 min
Today, we’re doing something a little different, as unprecedented times call for unprecedented podcasts. This episode is in response to the many listeners who have asked for help in better understanding the history and context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as she explores listener questions and deep-dives the history of the region through a religious lens to provide context for what you’re hearing on the news and seeing in your feeds. We understand th...
Oct 26, 2023•56 min
In this VERY special SWDGISS episode, we’re talking about Paul’s Letters with actual Pauline scholar N.T. Wright! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan in celebrating the release of Bishop Tom Wright’s nearest book, Into the Heart of Romans, by having the expert answer all our questions about Paul. You’ll hear about elevating Paul over Jesus, what Paul would write to the Church in the United States, and so much more. Was Paul hot, and did we convince Bishop Wright to watch the Barbie movie? You’ll have to ...
Oct 19, 2023•46 min
We’re back with another edition of Office Hours! Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering your questions about things like altar calls at funerals, fallen angels, and who is giving the most Kenergy in the Bible! How much should we care about Revelation, and what are our thoughts about Hell? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Don’t y’all have a prayer course? Yes! Get it here! More Angel Content: Read Angels by Michael Heiser Tell me more about The Harrowing of Hell: Listen to this BSQTNA on ...
Oct 12, 2023•49 min
What’s the deal with the Apocrypha? Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon and Community Manager Evan Dodson explore that in this very special conversation with Dr. Brandon Hawk, author of Apocrypha for Beginners. This episode gives you a peek behind the curtain at the type of conversations we have over at The Faith Adjacent Seminary. Is Apocrypha simply Biblical fan fiction, and what do Star Wars and Deuterocanonical books have in common? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS Here's everything ...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 6 min
