26 Letters

It seems like most of the standards or "rules" about appearance in the IFB fall to women; but this week, Sam and David get into one of the "cannots" for the men. You may think this is a pretty recent issue, but you might be surprised at how far back this certain topic can be traced in the church. Also, did you know, you can grow an inner beard? Tune in to find out how! 

 

Research Sources: 

http://www.fbbc.com/messages/hylesjesushadshorthair.htm

https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2019/16-august/features/features/will-men-have-beards-in-heaven

https://www.spurgeon.org/resource-library/blog-entries/how-spurgeons-beard-launched-his-ministry/

https://wisebeards.com/beards/beard-trend/

Guess what, we have a phone number!

 

Tune in to find why and where you fit in this lovely equation:

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865-351-0078

Fundies' Favorite Phrases. We've all heard them, but do we know what they mean? Prepare to have your "blesser blessed" as you tune in to hear Sam and David discuss some popular quotes from an IFB pulpit.

The education experience in the IFB world finds its most common conclusion in the form of the Bible college. It is a strange place where many either make it or break it in their 'fundamentalist' journey. Join Sam and David as they reminisce over some fond memories of friendships and hardships and everything in-between during their years in Bible college. In addition, the 5 steps on how to earn "golden child" status are included for those still crafting their plan to the top. Glad to help!

This week, Sam and David sit down and interview the host of the Preacher Boys podcast, Eric Skwarczynski. Tune in to hear about his story and experiences growing up in the IFB and most importantly, his movie preferences. 

 

For more information on Preacher Boys:

https://www.preacherboysdoc.com/

The litmus of any "real" IFB church is whether or not they have a Christian school. It may only have ten students, but hey it still exists. In this episode, Sam and David discuss how this came to be, and Sam tells her tales as a "lifer" in her church's school. 

 

Sources used research: 

https://trace.tennessee.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2528&context=utk_graddiss

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_school

https://www.christianeducation.com/blog/progression-christian-education-america

https://www.touchstonemag.com/archives/article.php?id=26-05-019-v

We all know it's really courting (at least thats what the real Christians call it) but give us the liberty. In this episode Sam and David discuss dating within the IFB and the importance of well sewn potato sacks. 

 

 

Articles used for this episode:

http://www.onstage.goodmantheatre.org/2016/02/29/a-brief-history-of-courtship-and-matchmaking-in-america/

https://www.thomasumstattd.com/2015/05/history-of-courtship/

https://www.historyextra.com/period/modern/dating-history-how-to-woo-date-court-courtship-marriage-courtly-love/

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-awkward-17thcentury-dating-practice-that-saw-teens-get-bundled-into-bags

Knock knock! Who's there? It's Sam and David and in this episode they bust down the door to give you an inside view of the world of Door-to-Door Evangelism within the IFB.

 

 

Links to articles mentioned in the show:

https://churchleaders.com/outreach-missions/outreach-missions-articles/256298-lesson-charles-spurgeon-evangelism.html

https://www.jackhyles.com/soulwin.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Mission_Society

An interview with Sam's former Pastor and his wife. Hear their journey and how God has used them to help bring a church to a healthier relationship with God and people.

2020 is out...SAY AMEN RIGHT THERE! In this somewhat bonus episode, Sam and David don't review a letter, but instead review a year and look forward to what's to come!