Episode 51 Lost Episode “What is up with Delilah”

Abigail and Layne totally forgot they had recorded this episode and are elated to dust it off and share it with their listeners. With too many outdated pop-culture references to count, they discuss Delilah’s role in the downfall of Samson. Layne and Abigail delve into how this story has shaped purity culture, perpetuating harmful stereotypes of women, and the pervasiveness of the patriarchy, offering an alternative perspective on how we can approach this biblical narrative. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

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Bible Text: Judges 16:4-20

Happy Halloween! Layne and Abigail are back after a long a break and are asking the Question “why was I not allowed to trick or treat?”  They remember all of the alternative Halloween options of their childhood and Abi tells a HAlarious story in which her regular clothes were mistaken for a costume. They turn to a harrowing text in Exodus 32 looking for some clarity on how fear can cause us to make mistakes and how being less rigid just might open us up to God’s work in the world.  Join them and encounter God in the Sick and HAlarious! 


Scripture Reading Exodus 32:1-14

Layne and Abigail are back in the book of Judges exploring the haunting tale of Jephthah's unnamed daughter and ask why it reads like a script from an episode of Game of Thrones. As they ponder where God could possibly be  in this text, they look for meaningful ways to remember and honor this young girl whose life was unnecessarily cut short. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious. 

Scripture Reading: Judges 11:29-40

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Why did Layne and Abigail disappear? Sick and hAlarious is back just in time for the lenten season. In this episode, Layne and Abigail delve into the book of Judges, taking a closer look at Samson's birth narrative. They ponder lenten practices, pursuing holiness, and reflect on the damaging message of outward appearances they grew up with. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture reading: Judges 13

Layne and Abigail take a moment to remember those who have joined the great cloud of witnesses this All Saints' Sunday. They reminisce about the dollar theater in Cleveland, Harry Potter, and Abigail's great aunt Betty. On this All Saints' Sunday,  they invite you to contemplate the impact of those you have lost, giving thanks to God for their lives. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture reading: Hebrews 12:1-6


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Abigail and Layne are back! Enjoy this special Halloween episode where they ask is the vaccine is the Mark of the Beast? They decide to read a passage from Revelation to get some clarity on the whole thing and finally get some understanding on the meaning of 666. Also included in this episode is a discussion about ticks in the afterlife. Join them as they look for God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture reading: Revelation 13:11-18 

Layne and Abigail share the changes that have taken place in their lives over the past few months. Abigail reminds Layne of the most annoying CD she ever burned for her and they talk about Layne's tractor loving grandpa. Turning to the Psalms for comfort, they decide to do something a little different with the scripture portion this week. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture reading Psalm 139:1-18

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Layne and Abigail think it's a good time to re-release their most popular episode which includes their interview Dr. Sarah Jacobs and Dr. Erin Goranson. If you know someone who is still hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine, be sure to share this insightful conversation with them!

Scripture Reference: Luke 17:11-19

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Original Description
In the wake of the global pandemic and the subsequent development of the COVID 19 vaccine, Layne and Abigail turn to two to medical doctors to answer all their questions and concerns about the vaccine. They welcome Dr. Sarah M. Jacobs, MD, and Dr. Erin N. Goranson, MD, who help them understand how our bodies work, what a vaccine is and does, and why we can trust the science behind the COVID 19 vaccine. These brilliant women are both graduates of the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and share their insight, wisdom, and expertise with laughter and charm. Join them and encounter God in the healthy and serious!

Abigail and Layne begin a series discussing modern forms of idolatry and this week’s focus is on guns. They wonder if Jesus would have carried a firearm and turn to a story in the Gospel of Matthew to hear Jesus’ opinion on the whole matter. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture Reading:  Matthew
26:47-56

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On this deep dive, Layne tells Abigail all about the 18th century itinerant preacher, John Wesley. Layne reframes  the life of Wesley through his many failed romances and his inner turmoil of serving God or having a family. Abigail and Layne reflect on how Wesley’s understanding of Christian perfection really screwed them up from a young age and decide to embrace their imperfections by not editing out their mistakes in this episode. Join them and encounter God in the sick and hAlarious!

Scripture reading: 1 Corinthians 7:1-11

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