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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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The story of Lot and his daughters is one of the most disturbing passages in the Bible, and it is also one of the most misunderstood. Some read it and assume God turned a blind eye. Others rush to assign blame or defend characters instead of slowing down long enough to read the text as it was written. This episode refuses to do either.

In this conversation, we walk carefully through Genesis nineteen, paying attention to what the Bible actually shows rather than what we've been told to assume. We talk about fear, trauma, survival logic, and what happens when people are rescued without being restored. We look at how Scripture communicates God's response through consequence, lineage, and narrative continuity rather than commentary or spectacle.

This is not a softened version of the story. It's not shock theology. It's an honest reading of an ancient text that trusts listeners to think, wrestle, and read for themselves. If you've ever struggled with this passage, questioned God's justice here, or wondered why the Bible includes stories like this at all, this episode is for you.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 19

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In this episode of Dear God, Lettuce Pray, we slow down and read the verses that get quoted the most and explained the least when it comes to tithing. From Genesis 14 to Malachi 3, we unpack what the Bible actually says about giving, blessings, and that famous "test me" verse churches love to use.

No church bashing. No guilt. No fear-based theology.

Just scripture, context, and a reminder that generosity was never meant to feel like a threat.

If you've ever felt indifferent during a money sermon, this one's for you.

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Scripture References:

Genesis 14

Numbers 18:21-24

Deuteronomy 14:22-29, 26:12-15, and 28:1-24

Nehemiah 10:37-39

Proverbs 3:9-10

Malachi 1:6-14, 2:1-9, and 3:1-12

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Welcome back to Dear God, Lettuce Pray, the podcast where we take Bible stories out of the dusty Sunday School shelf and shuffle them into real life for the spiritually curious, the skeptical, the spiritually burned, and everyone in between.

In this episode, we unpack the wile and surprisingly relatable story of Gideon from Judges chapters six and seven. Involves a guy who didn't feel chosen, tried to talk God out of the job, and ended up winning a victory that looks insane on paper. 

Whether church hurt made you check out long time ago, you're Bible curious but overwhelmed, or you just want context without the pressure of perfection, this conversation walks through Scripture with honesty, humor, and zero judgment. Gideon's story is for any of us who read the call and want to hit snooze.

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Where are the female angels?

In this episode of Dear God Lettuce Pray podcast, we slow down and let the Bible speak for itself. No myths, pop culture theology, or watered-down explanations meant to keep everyone comfortable.

We walk through how angels are described in Scripture, what the original languages reveal, and why are angels consistently presented as male. We also confront a common misunderstanding that gender equality and spiritual hierarchy are the same thing. They're not.

I pray that this episode grounds you and maybe even undo a few assumptions you didn't realize you were carrying. Tune in now to the podcast!

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