PD and PDubs Unscripted

On this episode we dive a little deeper into the story of the blind man being healed in John 9. There is a lot to dive into this, with the blind man sharing his story, the blind man being seen as an outcast, and the reaction of the Pharisees.

The guys discuss the new movie, Jesus Revolution. The movie shares the story of Pastor Chuck Smith, Greg Laurie, and Lonnie Frisbee and how they started a revolution for Jesus in Southern California. They talk about the movie and the events that lead to the revolution and how it's connected to the world today. 

PDubs and PD discuss an article about practical ways to apply your faith everyday. These are three simples ways to see faith in action each day. 

We're joined by Natalie Rodriguez, the Executive Director of Hopeful Beginnings. Hopeful Beginnings vision has been that all children deserve a loving home. Hopeful Beginnings acknowledges that caring for those who care for children is the best way to ensure that little ones have all they need to grow and thrive in the world. In order to achieve this, the agency provides a plethora of services including adoption services, case management and access to free baby essentials, as well as free maternal mental health counseling for birthing persons experiencing postpartum depression/anxiety, grief and loss of a pregnancy and or difficulty transitioning to motherhood.

On this episode we're joined by Cheryl White.  Cheryl and PDubs have known each other for years and both attending Immanuel as students when they were growing up. They share stories about their memories of Immanuel as kids. It was a great time strolling down memory lane.  Enjoy hearing some stories of Immanuel's past.

On this episodes the guys discuss the results of the polls taken at the 2022 LCMS National Youth Gathering (NYG) in Houston, Texas.  The polls range from various topics such as spiritual life, hot button issues, church, and family.  Take a peak into the life of the teenagers in 2022 based on the polls at the NYG.

PDubs and PD discuss an article from Relevant magazine about 5 Wrong Ways that people read the Bible. They discuss each of the things and their thoughts on each of the ways that we trip up when reading the Bible.

PDubs and PD are joined by long time listener of the podcast, William Lloyd. PDubs and PD had a lot of laughs with William as the conversation goes from Trail Life to the movie, A Christmas Story, to the life of a 2nd grader, Looney Tunes, and so much more!  You will leave this episode with a smile.

PDubs and PD are joined by Meschac St. Amour, a missionary to his hometown in Haiti. In 2005 Meschac started, Habitat for Children Ministries. PDubs and PD talk to Meschac about his ministry and what it's like for the people in Haiti. 

PDubs and PD dive a little deeper into John 1:29-42.  They discuss the meaning behind the phrase John uses, "Lamb of God" and how it connects to the Old Testament.  Also, they discuss a little bit about the question Jesus asks, "What are you seeking?"