Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke examine why the Trinity is far more than an abstract theological debate and why the Gospel depends on Jesus being fully God. The guys trace the ancient dispute over Arius, the Council of Nicaea, and the scriptural language Christians have used to preserve the truth about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Zach recounts Phil’s unforgettable one-liner response while standing in the ruins of Zeus’s temple. Hear from Phil himself about what it was like to stand among the ruins of fallen gods at https://youtu.be/uzC_Qf6t2HM?si=uZTuoSJ0y1uAUEpV.

In this episode: Genesis 1:26-27; Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 10:37; John 1:1-3, 14; John 10:30; John 14:6; Romans 1:20; Colossians 2:9; 1 John 4:8, 10; 2 Peter 1:4

Today’s conversation is about Lesson 4 of Theology 101: The Western Theological Tradition taught by various Hillsdale Professors. Take the course with us at no cost to you! 

More about Theology 101:

Examine the great questions of Western theology from the ancient Hebrews through today. The gift of speech, or reason, given by God to man, enables us to think about God and to worship Him. 

This free online course pursues this purpose by examining the nature of God as revealed in the Bible, exploring the great theological questions and controversies of the early Christian church, studying the history of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, and much more. 

We invite you to join us and explore the nature of the relationship between God and man, and how a proper understanding of this relationship can lead to a free and happy life.

Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

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Chapters

00:00 Theology 101 Quiz Scores Get Brutally Honest

07:09 Knowledge Without Real-World Application

12:02 Scripture, Tradition & Church Authority

17:41 The Ancient Heresy That Denied Jesus Is God

24:36 Did Jesus’ Age Undermine His Message?

27:20 So Long, Zeus!

33:18 Every Trinity Analogy Eventually Falls Apart

37:22 What Creation Reveals About God

42:30 The Trinity Balances Liberty, Mercy & Justice

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Zach’s teenage son, Bear, joins Jase, Al, and Zach for an honest look at the pornography, absent fathers, and spiritual confusion affecting his generation. Bear proves how standing openly for Jesus helped other young men at his school step forward in faith, and he reflects on the godly mentors who strengthened his relationship with Christ. The guys consider how families can break destructive generational patterns, why Solomon’s legacy warns believers to finish strong, and how Phil Robertson’s preaching still points young people toward the only source of true peace of mind.

In this episode: Genesis 1:28; Proverbs 3:5; Malachi 2:15-16; Matthew 6:33; 1 Corinthians 6:18-20; James 1:14-17; James 2:14-26; James 3:7; 1 John 2:13-16; 1 John 4:15-17

“Unashamed” Episode 1388 is sponsored by:

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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l

Chapters

00:00 Bear’s Podcast Debut

03:08 A Reputation for Destruction

06:25 This Teen Takes a Stand for Jesus

10:10 The Duck Hunt That Strengthened Bear’s Faith

15:15 The Biggest Struggles for Teens Today

18:00 Why Bold Conversations about Jesus Matter

22:03 Strong Families, Godly Mentors & Lasting Faith

27:27 Solomon’s Warning about Finishing Strong

31:58 The Only Source of True Peace of Mind

36:48 Confronting Pornography & Sexual Brokenness

41:02 Desire, Choice & Sin Work Together

45:17 Living with Confidence

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Uncle Si lets slip the very Si-like thing he says whenever he catches his reflection in the mirror. Jase, Al, and Gordon happily promote Si to elder statesman of the Robertson clan while they trace James’ warning about gossip, slander, bitterness, and the unruly tongue. Gordon recalls the church hurt that consumed him until the Lord’s Prayer forced him to reconsider forgiveness and the way he viewed the man who wounded him. The guys discover how remembering that every person bears God’s image can transform relationships, unite unlikely people in Jesus, and replace the fear of death with real freedom.

In this episode: James 1:23–24; James 3:1–18; James 4:1–3; Romans 1:26–27; Romans 2:12–14, 27; Romans 3:9–18; Romans 11:21–24; Galatians 2:15–21; Galatians 3:26–29; Galatians 4:4–8; Matthew 5:44; Matthew 6:9–15; Matthew 11:18–19; Matthew 12:22–37; Matthew 15:1–20; Matthew 21:18–32; Luke 10:25–37; Luke 15:1–32; John 3:16–17; Hebrews 2:14–18; 2 Peter 1:3–4

“Unashamed” Episode 1387 is sponsored by:

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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Chapters

00:00 Uncle Si Confesses to a Big Struggle

03:08 Created Equal & Equally Trapped

07:12 The Tongue, Violence & Chaos

12:04 Gordon Confronts Bitterness & Church Hurt

16:41 Seeing God’s Image in the People Who Hurt Us

20:21 Jews and Gentiles Grafted into the Same Tree

25:45 Jesus Turns the Good Samaritan Story on Its Head

31:11 Jesus Came to Save the Condemned

35:33 The Solution to Every Relationship Problem

41:47  Baptism is Freedom from Fear of Death

47:12  Becoming Heirs in God’s Nature

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Jase and Al’s uncle Gordon Dasher steps in as Zach’s replacement—and possible upgrade. The guys trace James 3 back to Genesis, uncovering how fear, survival instinct, and selfish ambition can drive people to tear one another down. Jase recounts a mysterious, painful, and perhaps venomous injury that left him contemplating his early demise. Gordon opens up about the painful realization in his own life that careless words and gossip can damage reputations, wound relationships, and deny the image of God in others. 

In this episode: James 1:14–20; James 3:1–13; Genesis 9:1–6; Ephesians 2:1–11; Hebrews 2:14; 2 Peter 1:3–4

“Unashamed” Episode 1386 is sponsored by:

https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Visit the website or call 864-644-1900 and mention "Al Robertson" to get 2 weeks free in the program!

http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l

Chapters

00:00 Gordon Dasher Replaces Zach

03:58 Jase’s Dangerous Expedition

08:12 Jase’s Mysterious Thumb Injury

12:04 Jan’s Prophecies for the Robertson Family

16:33 The Cycle of Life & Death in James

20:40 Why the Tongue Is So Dangerous

25:52 The Biblical Meaning of Taming Animals

32:26 Why Humans Turn against One Another

35:28 The Survival Instinct behind Sin

38:01 The Truth about Human Nature 

44:54 Becoming a Participant in God’s Divine Nature

47:25 Gordon Confronts the Damage Caused by His Words

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‘My Jesus’ singer Anne Wilson connects with Jase, Al, and Zach over how personal loss transformed their faith and gave them a greater urgency to point others toward Jesus. Anne’s new book, “Rebel,” inspires a conversation about turning a rebellious streak toward the Lord and standing against a culture that wants Christians to stay quiet. The guys reflect on Phil’s unashamed legacy, worshiping through tragedy, and finding lasting purpose on the other side of grief. Anne gets real about her struggle to keep her identity grounded in God rather than fame or success. 

In this episode: Romans 1:16; Exodus 3:11–14; Job 1:15, 20–21

“Unashamed” Episode 1385 is sponsored by:

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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Chapters

00:00 Taking the Gospel Into Country Music

07:28 Finding Courage in an Unfriendly Crowd

14:32 The Death That Changed Anne’s Faith

18:06 Holding On to God Through Grief

24:47 A Spiritual Awakening in Country Music

28:50 The Lost Opportunities for Being Bold

34:25 Why Ann Starts Every Morning With Scripture

40:12 The Hidden Struggle Behind Fame & Success

45:33 Worshiping God in the Middle of Tragedy

48:01 Anne Gives Jase Hope for America

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Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke trace the Gospel of Mark’s surprising answer to the mystery running through all creation: Christ in you, the hope of glory. The guys connect Jesus to the kings, prophets, priests, sacrifices, and promises of the Old Testament, showing how the Bible forms one continuous story fulfilled in him. They also examine why the disciples recognized Jesus’ power but struggled to accept a Messiah who would conquer through suffering. The cross ultimately reveals the true nature of God’s strength and the radically different life his kingdom offers.

In this episode: Mark 1:1–15; Mark 2:1–12; Mark 4:10–12; Mark 6:30–44; Mark 8:1–38; Mark 14:43–52; John 21:15–19; Luke 5:1–11; Luke 22:35–38; Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 1:23–25; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:9–11; Colossians 1:27

Today’s conversation is about Lesson 3 of Theology 101: The Western Theological Tradition taught by various Hillsdale Professors. Take the course with us at no cost to you! 

More about Theology 101:

Examine the great questions of Western theology from the ancient Hebrews through today. The gift of speech, or reason, given by God to man, enables us to think about God and to worship Him. 

This free online course pursues this purpose by examining the nature of God as revealed in the Bible, exploring the great theological questions and controversies of the early Christian church, studying the history of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, and much more. 

We invite you to join us and explore the nature of the relationship between God and man, and how a proper understanding of this relationship can lead to a free and happy life.

Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Chapters 

00:00 Christian’s Frosted Tips

03:18 Finding Jesus Throughout the Old Testament

07:06 The Bible Comes Alive as One Continuous Story

13:02 Peter’s Influence on the Gospel of Mark

18:11 Mark’s Gospel Echoes the Exodus Story

22:03 Why Jesus’ Disciples Didn’t Understand Him

26:18 Peter Sees the Messiah but Misses the Suffering

31:09 The Disciples Expectations of Power

36:24 Jesus Fulfills the Priesthood & Kingdom

41:02 The Scandal of a Crucified God

44:47 The Cross Redefines Power Through Sacrifice

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Al and Jase compare notes on cooking for Miss Kay and the family memories stirred up by her favorite foods. The guys confront a culture where everyone wants a platform, but too few people respect the responsibility that comes with teaching or influencing others. They discuss how careless words fuel pride, arguments, slander, empty promises, and hollow religion. A strange detour into French kissing, bacteria, and the complexity of the human tongue sends Jase reeling into a germophobic uproar.

In this episode: James 1:5–6, 13, 19, 26; James 2:2–4, 12, 14–18; James 3:1–11, 16; James 4:2, 11, 13, 16; James 5:1, 4, 9, 12–20; 1 Peter 4:11; 2 Corinthians 5; Psalm 141; Exodus 3; Matthew 21:28–31

“Unashamed” Episode 1383 is sponsored by:

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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l

Chapters

00:00 Al Cooks Dinner for Miss Kay

07:45 The Teacher Who Terrified—and Inspired—Zach

13:40 A Sobering Warning for Teachers of God’s Word

17:55 Jase Names the Bible Teacher Who Changed His Faith

22:45 The Tongue Is the Heartbeat of the Book of James

29:15 Taming Your Words Like a Wild Horse

34:20 Social Media Turned Everyone Into a Teacher

39:20 The Strange Truth Behind the French Kiss

44:05 The Human Tongue Points to an Intelligent Creator

47:00 How Words Fuel Arguments, Slander, and Pride

50:25 God Hears Every Prayer & Cry for Justice

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Martin heroically steps in when Jase’s plan to fulfill Miss Kay’s urgent request suddenly falls apart. Jase turns a chaotic weekend of surprise houseguests, strange boyfriends, and overflowing trash into a bigger conversation about what genuine faith looks like in everyday life. The guys compare Abraham and Rahab, showing how two deeply flawed people can act with courage because they trust God. 

In this episode: James 2-3; Joshua 2; Genesis 12-22; Matthew 1; Romans 9; 1 Corinthians 1; Hebrews 11; Hebrews 13:12-16

“Unashamed” Episode 1382 is sponsored by:

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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Chapters

00:00 Jase’s Bachelor Diet of Frog Legs & Donuts

03:37 Young Houseguests Leave a Big Mess

09:19 Miss Kay’s Request Finally Gets Fulfilled

13:55 Zach’s Gate Becomes a Lesson about Freedom

17:13 Garbage Exposes a Cultural Breakdown

21:10 Rahab & Faith That Takes Action

26:16 Rahab Risks Everything for the One True God

33:50 The Scarlet Cord Points Ahead to Jesus

37:05 Abraham & Rahab Had a Lot in Common

42:31 Faith Is Proven by What Comes Next

46:18 Giving Your Life Starts with Acts of Service

50:28 Legalism Misses the Entire Point of the Gospel

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Jase, Al, and Zach return to Genesis to answer the question culture and even a Supreme Court justice struggled to define, tracing what Scripture says about men, women, their differences, and every person bearing the image of God. The guys dive into church favoritism, empty “thoughts and prayers,” and the difference between simply believing in God and living out a faith that is truly alive. Zach and Jase can’t decide who’s the poorer listener, and Jase decides Zach’s new hairstyle is proof that his midlife crisis has officially arrived. 

In this episode: Genesis 1:26-28; Genesis 2:18-23; Matthew 5:13-16; Matthew 22:37-40; Mark 16:20; Romans 8:19-28; 1 Corinthians 1:9; 1 Corinthians 3:9; 1 Corinthians 16:16; 2 Corinthians 6:1; 1 Timothy 2; James 2:1-26

“Unashamed” Episode 1381 is sponsored by:

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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Chapters

00:00 Jase’s DIY Haircut Sparks a Midlife-Crisis Debate

04:14 Can Hats Be Worn in Church?

08:02 Modesty, Gender & God-Given Differences

14:51 Three Warning Signs of a Dead Faith

22:12 Why Fear of God Isn’t Enough

30:15 “Thoughts and Prayers” Without Action

35:18 Every Human Bears the Image of God

40:11 God Created Us to Work Alongside Him

44:03 The Powerful Synergy of Faith & Action

48:26 God’s Plan to Restore Creation Through His People

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Jase, Al, and Zach confront the fear-driven control that keeps parents hovering long after their children need room to grow. Jase recounts the radical prayer he prayed when his own kids rebelled and explains why parents must ultimately trust God with the people they love most. The guys connect Abraham’s obedience, living faith, and the hope of resurrection to the difficult work of letting go without giving up. They also challenge Christians to move beyond merely believing in God and begin living as though they truly believe him.

In this episode: Genesis 1:28; Genesis 2:15; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 9:1; Genesis 11:4; Genesis 12:1–3; Genesis 26:4; Matthew 1:1–16; Luke 20:27–38; John 12:23–32; James 2:14–26

“Unashamed” Episode 1380 is sponsored by:

https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Visit the website or call 864-644-1900 and mention "Al Robertson" to get 2 weeks free in the program!

https://chministries.org/unashamed — Get a better solution at half the cost of traditional healthcare!

http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Chapters

00:00 Faith Without Action Is Dead

04:18 Why Abraham Was Called God’s Friend

08:28 Bruising the Heel & Crushing the Head

13:42 Humanity’s Original God-Given Purpose

16:49 Rahab’s Surprising Place in Jesus’ Family Line

21:58 Faith Means Believing God, Not Just Believing in God

26:16 Jase’s Hardest Prayer for His Children

32:35 The Single Seed That Produced Eternal Life

38:42 Death Is Not a Problem for God

49:18 Baptism as an Abraham & Isaac Moment

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