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Why do the earliest generations in the Bible marry relatives? Was the bible endorsing incest, or are modern readers applying later laws to a completely different point in human history?

In this episode of the Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast, Santana unpacks one of the most uncomfortable and controversial questions people ask about Scripture: "So the Bible is cool with incest?"

From Adam and Eve to Cain, Seth, Noah, and the generations that followed, this episode explores how humanity began according to the biblical narrative, why close-family marriages existed in the earliest stages of creation, and what changed once God established laws for Israel.

This conversations breaks down the historical and theological context behind Genesis, the development of human civilization, population growth after Eden, and why later passages in the Law explicitly prohibited incestuous relationships. The episode also examines common skeptic arguments, modern misunderstandings of ancient cultures, and the difference between descriptive events in the Bible versus God's moral commands.

If you've ever wrestled with difficult passages in Scripture, questioned biblical consistency, or wondered how people should approach controversial topics honestly without shallow answers, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of the Dear God Lettuce Pray podcast, hosted by Santana, we walk into ancient Egypt during the confrontation between Moses, Aaron, Pharaoh, and Pharaoh's magicians. This was a world where government, religion, magic, agriculture, medicine, priestly purity, sacred animals, the Nile, the sun and Pharaoh's throne were all connected. So when God dropped the diss track (aka when God began sending the plagues), He was confronting more than one stubborn ruler. He was exposing an entire system of false power.

Exodus says Pharaoh's magicians could imitate some of the early signs. They copies the staff-serpent sign, the Nile turning to blood, and the frogs. Then Aaron struck the dust, the dust became gnats/lice, and Egypt's spiritual experts reached for their secret arts one more time. Exodus says, "but they could not".

This episode unpacks Counterfeit Power in Egypt through biblical, historical, and cultural context of the Exodus plagues, and why Exodus 12:12 says God executed judgment on the gods of Egypt.

Scriptures Referenced

Exodus 5:2-12:12, Genesis 2:7, and 2 Timothy 3:8-9

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In this episode of the Dear God Lettuce Pray podcast, hosted by Santana, we walk into ancient Egypt during the confrontation between Moses, Aaron, Pharaoh, and Pharaoh's magicians. This was a world where government, religion, magic, agriculture, medicine, priestly purity, sacred animals, the Nile, the sun and Pharaoh's throne were all connected. So when God dropped the diss track (aka when God began sending the plagues), He was confronting more than one stubborn ruler. He was exposing an entire system of false power.

Exodus says Pharaoh's magicians could imitate some of the early signs. They copies the staff-serpent sign, the Nile turning to blood, and the frogs. Then Aaron struck the dust, the dust became gnats/lice, and Egypt's spiritual experts reached for their secret arts one more time. Exodus says, "but they could not".

This episode unpacks Counterfeit Power in Egypt through biblical, historical, and cultural context of the Exodus plagues, and why Exodus 12:12 says God executed judgment on the gods of Egypt.

Scriptures Referenced

Exodus 5:2-12:12, Genesis 2:7, and 2 Timothy 3:8-9

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People quote Scripture every day, but what happens when spiritual language starts getting used to avoid accountability instead of revealing truth?

After hearing watching a show appearance with Cheyenne Bryant where she referenced, "my sheep know my voice", Santana opens up a larger conversation about discernment, church culture, and the growing habit of using God-language as emotional insulation from being questioned. This episode unpacks the deeper biblical context behind John 10 and Ezekiel 34, explores how accountability can quietly disappear once spiritual symbolism enters the room, and explains why Jesus' "Good Shepherd" language carries far more weight than most people realize.

If you've ever struggled with church hurt, manipulative leadership, celebrity Christianity, weaponized Bible verses, or separating God from the people who represented Him poorly, this episode is for you.

Scriptures referenced: John 10, Ezekiel 34, Acts 17:11, and James 3:1

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This week on the Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast, Santana discusses the viral controversy surrounding Pastor Mark Burns, Donald Trump's 22-foot gold statue in Miami, political idolatry, corrupted spiritual leadership, and why so many people feel disconnected from modern American Christianity.

After Pastor Mark Burns defended the massive gold Trump statue unveiled at Trump National Doral, comparisons to the golden calf in Exodus 32 immediately exploded across social media. But this episode goes far beyond internet outrage or political talking points.

What happens when pastors begin spiritually protecting political power? When does patriotism become unhealthy allegiance? Why are so many people walking away from Christianity after constantly watching Scripture weaponized to defend systems that harm vulnerable communities?

Through Exodus 32, Daniel 3, Matthew 7, Matthew 23, Ezekiel 34, Jeremiah 23, and 1 John5, Santana explores false prophets, perversion of priesthood, Christian nationalism, political devotion, celebrity pastors, and the dangerous merging of faith with empire.

This conversation also examines the emotional reality Black people face while watching political rhetoric, racial history, nationalism, and modern Christianity collide publicly in ways that feel spiritually disorienting. This is not an episode about mocking or attacking people for political beliefs. This is a conversation about discernment, corrupted shepherds, biblical accountability, and whether parts of American Christianity still reflect the character of Christ at all.

Scriptures Referenced:

Exodus 32:5, Matthew 7:15, Matthew 23:4, Daniel 3:1-2, Ezekiel 34:2-4, Jeremiah 23:1, 1 John 5:21

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Can Christians smoke weed?

What does the Bible actually say about cannabis, idolatry, sobriety, and Christian freedom? In this episode of Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast, Santana takes an honest, Scripture-first look at one of the questions believers keep debating but rarely slow down enough to study well.

This is a Bible study for people who want to understand what Scripture gives us for thinking about cannabis use, being sober-minded, and so much more, and whether a created thing can quietly take on a place in our hearts that belongs to God.

This episode also makes rooms for people who are still learning. It is for believers who do not want to build doctrine from stereotypes, social media testimonies, or fear, but want to let God search their heart, reveal the fruit of their choices, and lead them in truth.

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In this bonus episode of the Dear God Lettuce Pray podcast, Santana sits down for a real conversation about the heart behind the podcast, and why this show ultimately belongs to Christ.

She shares honestly about burnout, spiritual resistance, and the responsibility of stewarding a faith-based podcast with care. This episode is a transparent check-in about calling, obedience, consistency, and trusting God to provide the means, support and provision needed to keep building. 

This episode also gives listeners a look at what is coming next. Starting in May 2026, the DGLP podcast begins a new monthly series format, starting with a powerful series on the false gods mentioned in the Bible. Each month will include a three-part series and one storytelling episode designed to bring Scripture, history, and real-life reflection together.

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What does Easter actually have to do with Jesus Christ, and what has culture added that was never part of the biblical story?

In this episode of the Dear God, Lettuce Pray Podcast, Santana moves past bunnies, eggs, and empty tradition to sit with the real weight of Holy Week. This is a conversation about the love of Jesus, the necessity of the cross, and why the death and resurrection of Christ still matter so deeply.

Through Scripture in the ESV, Santana walks through what Jesus endured, why nobody else could have taken his place, and what the gospel says to anyone who has ever wondered why Christ died for people who did not even ask.

This episode is for the person who knows the phrase "He is risen" but wants to understand the love that carried Jesus to the cross in the first place.

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Scriptures Referenced:

Matthew 21, John 13:1, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 Peter 2:22-23, Luke 12:34, John 10:17-18, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Deuteronomy 12:30-31, Mark 7:8

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What do you do after you betray someone you once swore you would die for?

In this episode of the Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast, we step into one of the most raw and human moments in the Bible. It is the night Jesus was betrayed and denied by two of the people closest to Him.

You've probably heard their names before: Peter the Apostle and Judas Iscariot.

Both walked with Jesus.

Both failed Him. 

Both felt the weight of what they had done.

So what made their endings so different? This episode breaks down the historical and cultural context of Passover in Jerusalem, the political tension under Rome, and how that pressure shaped the decisions made in one of the most pivotal nights in Scripture.

We take a closer look at Peter's bold, impulsive loyalty, the same man who pulled a sword to defend Jesus, and how fear led him to deny Him three times in a courtyard. We also examine Judas, wrestled with hidden patterns, and ultimately made a decision that changed the course of history. This is a deep dive into fear, pressure, guilt, and what what happens after failure. 

Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode invites you to wrestle with one question:

What do you do after you fail?

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What happens when you genuinely love God, or want a real relationship with Christ, but feel out of place in certain faith spaces?

In this episode of the Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast, Santana shares the heart behind the podcast, why it exists, and the deeper assignment that led to creating a space where Scripture can be explored thoughtfully, honestly and without fear.

This conversation speaks to anyone who has ever wrestled with questions about faith, struggled with confusing or harmful teaching, or felt unsure where they belong spiritually. Santana explains why asking questions is not the same as questioning God, why biblical teaching carries serious responsibility, and why returning to the Bible with context matters more than ever.

If you've ever wanted to deepen your faith, think critically about the Bible, or rediscover Scripture with fresh clarity, this episode sets the foundation for what the Dear God, Lettuce Pray podcast is all about.

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