Andy and Nick discuss the implications of slavery in the Bible and what that means about God's character.

A true event or maybe something else? Animal logistics, debates, "Science Guy", and a sprinkling of other mythologies are just some of the things we touch on while looking at the Biblical account of the flood and some of the challenges it brings.

Interpretation is one of if not the most important tool when working with texts like the Bible. It is a big part of what we use for our own preparation for this very podcast too. On this topic of interpretation we touch on some of the methods and their processes in context of the Bible and how it can be beneficial for anyone looking for a bit more depth or enrichment in their time with scripture.

On the topic of prayer, we explore its aspect as a unique conversation between beings in a relationship that is much less one-sided than we tend to think. We dig a little into the mentality, method, and purpose of prayer while touching on the examples we find in scripture and elsewhere.

The book of Jonah has one of the most popular events, but did you know that the trip in the belly of the fish is only but a small part of a greater discovery? You might find Jonah and his situation more relatable than you thought. Listen in as we take a look at the setting of the story and the character of Jonah as the prophet who just didn't want to.

Heaven is often viewed as the ultimate reward for Christians, but for many it invokes images of boring days spent lounging on clouds. For others the concept of eternity invokes existentialism. Andy and Nick explore the concept of Heaven, what the Bible says about it, and why there's much to hope for.

Andy and Nick continue their exploration of God's character and specifically discuss the interplay between God's Mercy and Justice. Is God manipulating us to love him with contrived laws and forgiveness? How can we reconcile the severity of God's wrath with the gentleness of His Mercy? Why does God even have to punish us to begin with?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

The Skeletons in God's Closet - Josh Butler

Timing is an important part of delivering a joke, how does that apply to a God who is outside of time? Nick and Andy discuss the characteristics of God and in particular how relatable He is in relative to His sense of humor.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

The Attributes of God Volume 1: A Journey into the Father's Heart by A. W. Tozer

The Attributes of God Volume 2: Deeper into the Father's Heart by A. W. Tozer

Nick and Andy dive into the topic of miracles and into the mindsets of both Christians and nonbelievers towards these divine interventions. Nick and Andy discuss the nature of miracles and explore some claims of their occurrence both past and present.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

The Case for Miracles: A Journalist Investigates Evidence for the Supernatural by Lee Strobel

Not God Enough by J.D. Greear

Finding the Right Hills to Die On: The Case for Theological Triage by Gavin Ortlund

Nick and Andy discuss a topic that many Christians assume but other's outside the faith doubt. Was Jesus a real historical figure?

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World by Josh and Sean McDowell

Antiquities of the Jews by Josephus