Stand Firm Podcast

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about Archbishop Beach's recent comments to Provincial Council, the SBC's election of a new president, and how grateful they are for strong and godly leadership.

Jady and Nick share a bit of their personal journeys to Anglicanism, talk about planting churches worth fighting for, and reflect on what makes Anglican worship special.

Matt and Jady talk about "Pride Month," discuss its widespread appropriation and cultural weight, and connect it to famous evangelicals who leave their former faith behind.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about how we know our God is triune, the differences between the immanent Trinity and the economic Trinity, and take a look at the idea that the Son (Jesus) might be "eternally submissive" to the Father.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the doctrine of biblical inerrancy, the Chicago Statement on the same, how old Noah was when he died, and whether or not the Word of God can be trusted.

Matt, Jady, and Nick react to the election of the first openly trans Bishop in the ELCA, discuss the relevance of the Council of Nicaea, and reflect (again) on the fact that the Gospel is only Good News in light of God's holy law.

Matt, Jady and Nick take a stab at defending "the patriarchy." They discuss whether or not that's a helpful word, talk about the biblical roots, and wonder if there's anything that's actually good about male headship.

Matt, Anne, and Jady discuss Beth Allison Barr's new book, The Making of Biblical Womanhood. They look at Barr's understanding of complementarianism, chat about the source of "patriarchy," and address Barr's problematic treatment of the Bible.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the differences between social justice and biblical justice, talk about why the language beneath the concepts is so important, and agree that true justice can only proceed from hearts changed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the reasons behind the high-profile exits of some ex-evangelicals, the (mis)understanding of sex's place in the created order, and how redemption in Christ is only possible as a result of God's real love.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk identity, discuss where the meaning of life comes from, and why it's Good News that we don't have to define ourselves.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the supposed tension between dogmatism and mission, look at some of the church's past attempts to be "relevant," and wonder where the person and work of Jesus fits in.

Anne, Jady, and Ralinda finish their discussion of Du Mez's book with a wide-ranging discussion including lies about evangelicalism, James Dobson vs Hillary Clinton, and life at the Air Force Academy.

Anne, Jady, and Ralinda continue their discussion of Jesus and John Wayne. On this episode: Communism, the evangelical "influence" on the Vietnam War, and "hyper" masculinity.

Anne, Jady, and Ralinda begin a Stand Firm series discussing the popular book Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez. In this episode: What is an evangelical? and Is Du Mez's entire premise flawed?

Matt, Jady, and Nick reflect on the ongoing discussion around the ACNA Bishops' Pastoral Statement on Sexuality and Identity and dig into a recent article by Andrew Goddard to answer some common criticisms.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent "Dear Gay Anglicans" letter, talk about some of the historical and theological implications, and explore what it means to be obedient to a bishop.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent revelations about Ravi Zacharias, wonder if anyone is immune to their sin nature, and address the idea that evangelical belief actually contributes to the prevalence of sexual sin.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about starting a Facebook group; sheep, shepherds, and wolves in an online world, and how being "for" something necessarily means being "against" other things.

Matt, Jady, and Nick have a conversation about why God would create a beautiful gift like sex and then decree that it exist only in the context of a lifelong marriage between a man and woman.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent statement from the ACNA Bishops about sex and identity, talk about the difference between temptation and sin, and explore the relationship between truth-telling and pastoral care.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about "Christian nationalism" and "white evangelicalism," discuss the ways faith in Jesus Christ impacts our involvement in politics, and find (more) fault with progressive Christianity.

Anne, Liza, and Ralinda take the mic again to talk to author, musician, and podcaster Alisa Childers. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discuss her life story, her new book, progressive Christianity, Critical Race Theory, and more.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the strange ending to the recent Congressional prayer, look at Article 18 of The 39 Articles, and talk about why God can only be Good News as revealed in Jesus Christ.

Matt, Jady, and Nick hand out some awards at the end of a crazy year. They discuss their "issue of the year" and their "surprise of the year," including Covid-19, Critical Theory, Trans activism, feminism, and more.

Jady and Nick discuss the different ways people have tried to make sense of the Incarnation, God come to Earth in Jesus Christ. Who was Jesus, and who must he be to be Good News for us?

Matt, Jady, and Nick respond to a frequently-asked question: if God doesn't save everyone, does that mean he doesn't love everyone?

Matt, Jady, and Nick wonder about putting too much faith in politics, discuss how politics is downstream from culture, and talk about the importance of passing the faith on to our kids.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the sacraments of communion and baptism. They talk about what makes a sacrament, their symbolic-and-more nature, whether or not they "work," and where the Good News is in these "holy mysteries."

Matt, Jady, and Nick have a wide-ranging discussion about election reactions, compassion (both real and fake), and having conversations with people who disagree with you.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about bishops and bishop-led churches. They discuss advantages and disadvantages of having bishops, whether or not they're biblical, and consider the recent resignation of a bishop in the ACNA.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about the Vatican's recent statement about indulgences and purgatory, why the idea is such bad news, and how the attempt to buy one's way into grace is widespread, both inside and outside the church.

Jady and Nick discuss the intersection of the church and your money. The Bible asks us to give back to God...but how are we to think about it? Why does the church talk about money so much? Is there any Good News to be found in stewardship?

Matt, Jady, and Nick answer some listener questions, including what love has to do with honesty about sex, a potential referendum on abortion, and what it might mean to be called to celibacy.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent finding by The Episcopal Church against Bishop William Love. When justice and love are defined outside the Word of God, defenders of God's Word find themselves labeled as unjust and unloving.

Jady, Nick, and special guest Michael Neal discuss public reaction to Amy Coney Barrett and especially to her adopted children. In the course of their conversation, they talk about Ibram X. Kendi and his book, "How to Be An Antiracist."

Anne, Liza, and Ralinda take the mic this week to discuss a transgender Icelandic Jesus, the downside of the Jesus Storybook Bible, and a few more thoughts on Netflix's notorious film "Cuties."

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about the good news that the Bible is the only authority we need, the human urge to make new laws, and what it means that God's Word once delivered is "enough."

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about Jesus' plan for discipline in the church, the difference between public and private sin and rebuke, and the Good News that comes along with repentance, reconciliation, and restoration.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the hesitance of the world (and some parts of the church) to make any claim of absolute truth. Intended to be welcoming, the idea that many opposing things can be true at once is really hollowing churches out from the inside.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss marriage and family, the biblical warrant for the "nuclear family," whether it is an institution worth defending, and attacks on the idea from some evangelicals, more revolutionary organizations, and everything in between.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss why abortion is such an important issue for Christians, the biblical warrant for a pro-life stance, and what a broad view of "pro-life" really means.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's hit new single, the virtue of purity in light of the Gospel, and the role of sex in a world which refuses to hear the word of God.

Jady and Nick discuss the role a Christian plays in his or her spiritual growth. They talk about whether sanctification is monergistic or synergistic and decide that there is Good News for sinners wondering about their Christian development.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the source of Christians' desire to gather together. God commands it in the Bible, and it edifies the body, shaping it into Christ's image in ways that online worship cannot.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the "kingdom mandate." They ask what Christians should be doing to make the world look like God's kingdom, and whether or not the local church needs to reflect the heavenly worshiping community.

Matt, Jady, and Nick continue their conversation about free will, discussing the differences between Reformed views, Pelagianism, Arminianism, and even Molinism. The more in charge God is, they decide, the better the Good News about Jesus.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk free will on the occasion of Independence Day. But...are we free? Do we have agency? Is the biblical assertion that we are slaves bad news...or is it ultimately Good News?

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss theological errors. What's the difference, they ask, between a Christian who is wrong about something and someone who has put themselves outside the scope of the faith?

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the removal of statues and the renaming of buildings, talk about the complicated nature of history, and rejoice in the Good News of the Gospel for people with sins in their past.