When it comes to your choices, how important is the opinion of everyone else? Paul asks, "Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people?" (Galatians 1:10 NIV)

A depth of maturity can be observed and experienced when we no longer worry ourselves with what other people think. Do everything for the glory of God!

On a side-note, James shares his skills of coffee identification based on global region.

Cue the dramatic music. Allow the question to hang in the air like a good mystery just before the answer is revealed... James presents the question to Eric, "Is this the peak episode?" Meaning, have we run our course?

In addition to that mild dramatic rabbit hole, Eric and James also discuss accolades within the context of worship and preaching. What is appropriate? What is not?

With technology in our hands (including all of our personal and financial information), we have a global awareness as well as exposure to greater opportunitites to be preyed upon.

How do we cope with stress and worry in light of our expanded awareness?

Does God care for us in the craziness of our busy lives? Or should we fend for ourselves?

Let us live out our faith by seeking His kingdom first.

Marketing schemes are everywhere. Have we turned our presentation of the gospel into nothing more than a marketing concept? Let's talk through this...

Eric and James think through the intentionality of content creators. They then move to self-examination and the challenges (and importance) of spiritual disciplines within the lives of believers.

Today James and Eric sit down with Pastor Jay Van Gelder and talk about his 30+ years in youth ministry. Conversation leads to some wonderful insights on things we can learn from youth ministry and apply to the greater church.

Hodgepodge (häj-päj) Theology (thē-ä-lə-jē) is a mixed-bag of topics, life lessons, wisdom and silliness, all with one purpose: To equip people to understand Christ better and to walk in His footsteps with joy. Keep the conversaition going, feel free to email us at [email protected]

Eric and James talk with local coffee shop owner, Kerry (of Medlar). What is community? Why is it important to discipleship? Listen to their conversation as they invite you to engage.

Hodgepodge (häj-päj) Theology (thē-ä-lə-jē) is a mixed-bag of topics, life lessons, wisdom and silliness, all with one purpose: To equip people to understand Christ better and to walk in His footsteps with joy. Keep the conversaition going, feel free to email us at [email protected]

S. Michael Craven, Vice President of Equipping & Mobilization at the Colson Center, joins the conversation today. This is a powerful deep-dive about the true meaning of the Church today.

A very special guest - one who is near and dear to James' heart, joins the conversation in today's episode (well, sort of). Joy is the undercurrent throughout the conversation...and a bad attempt at a dad joke (Eric decided to leave it in). Enjoy!

Hodgepodge (häj-päj) Theology (thē-ä-lə-jē) is a mixed-bag of topics, life lessons, wisdom and silliness, all with one purpose: To equip people to understand Christ better and to walk in His footsteps with joy. Keep the conversaition going, feel free to email us at [email protected]

Eric & James welcome Dr. Preston Sprinkle to the show. Preston and James come from the same hometown (Fresno, CA). In this episode, they discuss the importance of truly listening to others.

Hodgepodge (häj-päj) Theology (thē-ä-lə-jē) is a mixed-bag of topics, life lessons, wisdom and silliness, all with one purpose: To equip people to understand Christ better and to walk in His footsteps with joy. Keep the conversaition going, feel free to email us at [email protected]