So what is this Christmas holiday really about? Well, it's the Dear Lord baby Jesus bit of the Bible. So let's read the Christmas story - and once again be thankful for all the Outlaws that made the story happen, you know: like the Wise Men and Shepherds, and Joseph and Mary, getting the job done. God used these amazing people for His own glory. What an honor. Merry Christmas indeed.
You've probably heard many people say that the Bible is confusing, or even "as clear as mud". But is it? Can so many millions of people be confused by words on a page? Is this the reason we have 30,000 Christian denominations and differing comprehensions of the Bible and God's commands? No! the problem - as usual - is us. Let's explore it.
Let's have a look at what passes for failed christianity in the eyes of the youtube hero "the genetically modified atheist". He's certainly has a huge success, and impact, with his almost 700,000 views per "atheist" video - but is he actually a skeptic? Does his atheist claims have merit? Is his new atheist community really any different from the oppressive independant "christian fundamental" cult he left? To be fair: it would take months to deeply explore...
Everyone seems to have an opinion on heaven. But we don't care for opinions - what's the Bible say specifically. That is what matters. I rounded up every verse in the Bible that deals with heaven and I picked the most essential ones to tie it all together. Now let's learn about your future home and eternity - and how many pets you can bring.
Here's a book review I did of an amusing atheist book: Why There Is No God: Simple Responses to 20 Common Arguments for the Existence of God by Armin Navabi NO harm in reading this stuff and seeing what profound questions they might ask --- or lazy attacks they thrust forth. But it's a fine reason to brush up on my apologetics and theological skills. I almost felt sorry for the author: he assumed all religions were equal and are afraid to be questioned. Hey, this Bible loving Christian...
There's over a 100 verses in the Bible about music and instruments. And yet the Church seems to have gotten music wrong for 2000 years. Let's find out why and how. Did Jesus mess with music? Did Paul? Maybe Daniel or Moses? Who made the 1st instrument and will instruments be used in heaven? And worst of all - did scholars and translators confuse instruments throughout scripture? (I remixed the song at the end... check it out)
You didn't ask for it - but here it is: an interview with a real live member of the board of lutheran Bible translators Canada. Let's find out exactly how far this distribution of the Word of God is willing to go... and who's up for the challenge... and how? With an In-law who just might be an Outlaw in her own heart: Pauline Huth (My Mother in-law). Sure, it looks good on paper - but let's see how this has reached people in Africa. And how the work of William Tyndale and Mar...
Since you all appear to be listening to Christian podcasts --- I'll fill you in on the current state of things, and why my Christian podcast is hopefully worth listening to and mucho entertaining! You'll learn about some of my favorites and a few that I hate, and how they SHOULD be all about Jesus.
As much as we appreciate Chuck Norris for all the bad guys he's stopped - God was already sending brainless muscle-heads to protect His people over 3,000 years ago. And yes, they had the same problem with sexy women and weapons that our modern defender Chuck has. But there's more to the story than that - even a guest appearance by Jesus...possibly. Let's read it slowly. You might learn some things you missed before.
Those silly atheists are at it again: they found a Bible verse that just might have Jesus begging and demanding unity amongst his church goers --- but since it doesn't appear to happen elsewhere in scripture, is this a contradiction? Let's rip into it and find out. Don't worry - it ends well.
The Apostle Paul's small letter to his buddy Philemon deals with some major issues like Christian responsibility and even slavery - and so does my favourite movie of all time "The Equalizer". YES! This book actually shut down slavery as the world knows it --- it's just that very few people paid attention. But it's never too late to "do the right thing".
One of my favourite Bible characters has always been the thief on the cross immediately beside Jesus (the good thief, not the other guy...). Here's a podcast that might have you thinking a bit deeper about his moment of eternal street cred. Yep! For all of eternity he will be able to claim a special place that no other can boast of: being on the physical cross with Jesus. So what can we learn from him? More than most can imagine --- he did everything right in his last few moments of humanit...
Many people quickly read past the mention of a flaming sword obscuring the path to the tree of life and the garden of Eden. But it may be more cool than we know. It tells us a fair bit about God and theology and angels and demons -- yes, just when you thought the Bible was possibly getting boring... along comes the angel Uriel and his pitiless saber (not to mention flaming chariots and bursts of fire from heaven above. Oh? I just did.) Can I borrow that for my son's birthday party?
Have you met people who attempt to read the Bible but just can't make sense of it? Or worse - they spend their life being confused by stories you learned in sunday school as a child? Yep, God's book is rather magical and only God's children can have it speak to them. But nobody knows until they open its pages and read... It's not Harry Potter's sorting hat: but it's close.
So what do you do when those kind, young mormon boys or girls come to your front door? Quickly show them all the spiritual options they're failing to mention, and then, demand they explain why theirs is the Best or Truest of all. What's this got to do with Dracula and Van Helsing you ask? Well, nasty monster-fighters and demonic villains have to deal with spiritual truth and choice too. My job is to make it fun. Enjoy!
The party begins (and ends) with Julie interviewing "The Bible Outlaw" host --- ROD. Never before heard answers to questions that few would bother to come out with. So let's look back at a year of Bible Outlawing and poke at some of our favorite religious and comedic thinkings... and a hearty thank you to listeners worldwide. "Yaaaaaayyyyy!"
There's a lost chapter of the Old Testament book of Daniel called Bel and the Dragon. Let's find out what's in it and why it didn't make the cut into sacred scripture. Were there too many dragons already - or possibly because there was a dragon at all? Or maybe the book of Daniel was simply too full from all the previous mayhem? But in a half an hour: You'll know everything you need to know about this loosely held secret book of the Apocrypha.
Here's the rest of my study on Judas. What can we learn from his existence and choices --- certainly what not to do with our freedom and experience, but also - that God is incharge.
Here it is, everything you ever wanted to know about Judas - but was afraid to ask. Most people assumed he was the villain and betrayer of all truth ---- others attempt to state that he was a misunderstood helper of gnostic secrets. The Bible is certainly clear, and my job is too wrap it all up for you with some pop culture references thrown in. Enjoy part 1.
Here's some of my experiences and thoughts about how to choose a local church to attend. Everything from the correct religion to worship music and God's will. - or maybe just stay home and read your Bible (actually, that's not a Biblical longterm option. I still do it on occasion though). Hmmm? I forgot to discuss church while in prison. Choices may be limited. Perhaps next time. Enjoy.
Thanks to Hollywood seriously warping the Noah movie - here's a Biblical hour spent on what the story actually says. The Who, Why, When, Where and What of this famous floating ZOO. Almost makes you want to get one of your very own - but not quite.
What a year 2020 was. We never saw it coming --- I take a look back at all the adventure and chaos that surrounded my wife and I over the last 12 months... strangely, i was hoping for some boredom - just didn't happen. Maybe this will help you reflect and see what God is up to for next year. Happy Freakin' New Year everyone!!!
Can we believe everything we hear and learn in Christmas carols? Hopefully - but not fully. Sorry, Frosty and Rudolph may not be all that history has led us to believe... but hopefully the three Kings that appear in the nativity scene are factually substantiated? What?! Let's see what exactly the Bible has to say about these mysterious travelers with gifts.
Is it true: are there two contradictory collections of the 10 commandment tablets that made it into the Ark? Have people been putting the wrong ones on the walls and in classrooms? Well, what does the Bible say? As usual - it says a lot. Let's find out.
The most infamous Villian of all-time - Satan, the Serpent, the Dragon, Lucifer son of the morning. Let's spend an hour learning absolutely everything the Bible has to say about humanity’s arch-enemy - although, much of humanity actually likes and cheers this fallen angel on. But remember: He's God's devil; at least, God allows him to be active in the game of redemption. Should we fear him? Listen and learn...
Here goes Season two. Let's start by celebrating the 139 anniversary of the Shoot out at the OK Corral in Tombstone Arizona. Then I'll chat about why to even have a Podcast that dares do this type of Bible exploration and mayhem.
It's time to hear 5 reasons why an Outlaw theologian would choose and remain to be a Christian. I checked all over the internet - apparently these aren't the 5 normal reasons often given - I'm okay with that. See if your 5 reasons would agree. I dare you to come up with some better ones. God Bless.
Here we go again: Chipping away at the top 20 most damning "presumed" Bible contradictions. This time we go to a promise in the Proverbs that God will always protect the Saints from harm. But is that really what the Bible says? From beginning to end? Shouldn't take long to find the error in the system. Enjoy!
Did the women who explored Jesus tomb run and tell everyone? Or no-one? Is this a damning contradiction that the church has suppressed for almost 2000 years... or simply overly-eager Bible-haters who can't slow down enough to let the Bible have a moment to itself? As always - you be the judge. But be careful how you judge God's book: He's not fooling around, except when He's actually fooling around.
Did the Bible get assembled by lazy monks with 2 contradictory creation accounts getting thrust carelessly into it? No. Let's find out what the problem is exactly and why some scholars just can't read the English language carefully.
