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Life and God from a very broadly Christian perspective, with no filter, over cocktails.Progressive, Biblically grounded, LGBTQ-affirming, candid discussions about faith, life, politics, roller coast... more
FAQs about Cocktail Theology:How many episodes does Cocktail Theology have?The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.
September 28, 2023WorshipNEW EPISODE! When we sing our worship songs, gather in worship services, enter into worship, what does all that mean to God? And what does that mean for us? Benton (a worship leader) and Elane (a preacher/teacher) discuss what worship is and why it's important. Cocktail: Elane's Tequila Sunrise Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more19minPlay
September 21, 2023FaithNEW EPISODE! Where do our ideas about faith come from? Is there such a thing as "biblical" faith? Is faith something you earn, keep, lose? (And what was George Michael singing about exactly?) Benton and Elane talk faith over drinks. Cocktail: My Tailor Is Rich Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more20minPlay
September 14, 2023Hello, I'm A ChristianIf I tell you that I'm a Christian, what does that say to you? Does it make you want to ask questions? Run for the nearest exit? Punch me in the face? The term "Christian" is loaded, for sure. And many of us who seek God in the way of Jesus have concerns. Elane and Benton discuss. Cocktail: El Diablo Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more26minPlay
September 07, 2023Poor, Unfortunate Souls: The Doctrine Of DepravityIf we each have a soul, where do souls come from and where do they go when our bodies die? Are souls bad by nature or created good? How does God feel about our souls? Benton and Elane talk about souls and depravity while sipping a great cocktail, as usual. Cocktail: I'll Have What She's Having Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more20minPlay
August 31, 2023SatanWho is Satan and where did he come from? Are Satan worshippers the threat some Christians believe them to be? Benton and Elane have a chat about the Ringmaster of Hell. Cocktail: Satan's Whiskers Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more23minPlay
August 24, 2023Pro-LifeElane and Benton discuss what the term "pro-life" means these days—politically, philosophically, and spiritually. WARNING: Some of the content in this episode could be upsetting or triggering to some listeners. Discretion is advised. Cocktail: September In Maine Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more25minPlay
August 17, 2023QAnon, Christendom, And What To Do About Aunt BeaWhat do you do when Aunt Bea wants to talk about the QAnon theories she believes at Thanksgiving dinner…again?? How does a Jesus-follower respond to Christian nationalism? And is Christianity actually Christendom? Elane and Benton discuss. Cocktail: Name TBD Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more21minPlay
August 10, 2023Are Vices Sins?Is smoking a sin? What about drinking or gambling? Just because an activity or behavior might be deemed unhealthy, is it also necessarily considered sinful? Benton and Elane discuss. Cocktail: Black Currant Spritz Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more24minPlay
August 03, 2023God + PronounsGod has traditionally been known as a "He" (thanks, King James Version). But because we understand that—though God is a person (listen to our last episode!)—God is not, in fact, human and does not have an actual body, God cannot have a singular gender. Also: God was Father to Jesus, but what feelings does God as Father conjure up for you? Elane and Benton discuss. Cocktail: El Presidente Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more21minPlay
July 27, 2023Who Is God?Theologians and philosophers have posed the question, "Who is God?", for thousands of years. Elane and Benton won't answer it in 20 minutes. But they will share a few things they've learned (and are continuing to learn) about God--that maybe you haven't considered--that are foundational to their theology. Cocktail: Beachcomber Theme song: "Moving On (Feels Pretty Good)" recorded by Benton Stokes. Find Benton's songs wherever you listen to music online....more20minPlay
FAQs about Cocktail Theology:How many episodes does Cocktail Theology have?The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.