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The Caffeinated ChristianThe Dangerous Theology of Kenneth Copeland | False Teachers in America (Part 2)Send us a textKenneth Copeland Ministries has garnered the attention of worldwide audiences for decades. The ministries namesake is the pioneer of the Word of Faith Movement--a modern Christian theological movement that emphasizes the power of positive confession and faith as a means to achieve health, wealth, and success. But we hold a firm conviction that Copeland's teachings are actually harming the cause of the gospel in a multitude of ways. Tune in and find out.Video Credit I @pastordanielsministry I https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8xIGtqujBkYSupport the show2025-06-2742 min
The Caffeinated ChristianIs Joel Osteen A False Teacher? | False Teachers in America (Part 1)Send us a text Is Joel Osteen simply a positive preacher—or is there more beneath the surface? In this episode, we dive into America's most popular pastor's life, message, and massive platform. We examine the Prosperity Gospel, its roots, and why Osteen’s version of Christianity may be more harmful than it appears. Is it biblical encouragement or merely self-help wrapped in a Christian veneer? Support the show2025-06-2042 min
The Caffeinated ChristianWhen the Stage Goes Dark | A Crisis of Integrity in the ChurchSend us a textWe are once again reading reports of moral failure from Christian celebrities. Michael Tait of DC Talk and Newsboys has confessed to initial allegations of SA. Sean Feucht of Bethel has allegations against him concerning financial impropriety and spiritual abuse. So, what is going on here? How does this impact the church's public witness, and how should we respond? Support the show2025-06-131h 03
The Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: The Illusion of Progressive ChristianitySend us a textRevisit a classic episode where the guys sit down with Dr. David Young to talk about the rising popularity of progressive Christianity. Dr. Young has served in churches in Missouri, Kansas, Tennessee, he has taught New Testament at several universities, and travelled widely teaching and preaching. He is the former host of the New Day Television Program, a board member for the Renew Network, and the author of several books. He holds the B.A. from Freed-Hardeman University, the M. A. from Harding School of Theology, and the M .A. and Ph .D. i...2025-06-0250 min
The Caffeinated Christian"Crap Theology" & Eastern OrthodoxySend us a textThe guys kick off this weeks episode addressing a pastor's recent comments about a historic Christian doctrine being "crap theology". In the second half, we explore some of the history and key theological distinctives of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Support the show2025-05-2359 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Deconstruction of Faith (Part 2) | Brian ZahndSend us a textToday we pull out a classic episode from our archives. Mike interviewed Pastor Brian Zahnd about his book “When Everything is on Fire,” which is a deep and thoughtful response to the deconstruction movement. Mike and Ryan break down the interview and explaining their points of agreement and disagreement in this special two part episode!Support the show2025-05-1450 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Deconstruction of Faith (Part 1) | Brian ZahndSend us a textToday we pull out a classic episode from our archives. Mike interviewed Pastor Brian Zahnd about his book “When Everything is on Fire,” which is a deep and thoughtful response to the deconstruction movement. Mike and Ryan break down the interview and explaining their points of agreement and disagreement in this special two part episode!Support the show2025-05-1250 min
The Caffeinated ChristianLoving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor | Pastor Caleb CambellSend us a textChristian Nationalism is a popular term these days, but it’s often used as a catch-all for anyone who happens to be conservative both politically and theologically. We believe the language we use matters, and we need to be less casual about applying blanket labels like this to followers of Jesus who voted a certain way or don’t share our political convictions. So, we had a conversation about it. We had the joy of sitting down with Caleb Campbell, pastor and author of the recent book “Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christi...2025-04-2655 minThe Caffeinated ChristianThe Sage & the Son | Dr. Ryan WillertSend us a textHey, Caffeinated Listeners! More great content is coming very soon! In the meantime, check out this powerful and relatable message from Ryan on the tension between what we know to be true about God and the often conflicting reality of the world around us.If you’ve ever asked, 'What’s the point of doing good when it all ends the same?' — you’re not alone. Dr. Willert walks us through Solomon’s own struggles with this very question. Support the show2025-04-2238 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC | What Do Roman Catholics Actually Believe (Part 1)Send us a textThis is a classic episode from our early days in 2020. Here the guys sit down with Father Justin and Father Rob to talk what Roman Catholics actually believe in. You may be surprised to know what Catholics believe and perhaps have your mind changed for the better. Support the show2025-04-0443 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC | What Do Roman Catholics Actually Believe (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode we continue our discussion on Roman Catholic belief. We are again joined by Father Justin and Father Rob. We start off this episode with one of the most asked questions, "Do Catholics worship Mary?" Support the show2025-04-0457 min
The Caffeinated ChristianDiscipling the Next Generation | Michael Scott Davis & Jeff HackettSend us a textThe pressure on high school graduates today is immense. The future looms large with a thousand unknowns:"What am I going to do with my life?""Who will I marry?""Should I go to college?""How do I even function as an adult?"For students raised in Christian homes, these questions shouldn’t be left to guesswork. They should be rooted in something deeper—discipleship to Jesus. But what if there was a path that didn’t just prepare young people for what’s next, but actually...2025-03-2646 min
The Caffeinated ChristianHow Should Christians Engage the Culture? | Dr Dan TrippieSend us a textThe cultural landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Politically. Socially. Morally. But are Christians properly equipped to meet this cultural moment with the gospel? We had the honor of sitting down with Dan Trippie who is working on a new project that will help believers do just that. Find more of Dan's work at dantrippie.com. The website for the Center for Christian Thought and Ethics launches later this year at thinkchristian.com. WatchSupport the show2025-03-1935 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Overcoming Mental Illness w/ Jesslyn McCutcheonSend us a textOn this classic episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we sat down with singer and songwriter Jesslyn McCutcheon to talk about mental health. She started writing at age 23 after she was homebound for two years due to severe depression. We had a great conversation with Jesslyn and are thankful for her testimony. If you would like to see more from Jesslyn go to jesslynmccutcheonmusic.com or go to her social media @ jesslynmccutcheonmusic or check her out where ever you get your music.Support the show2025-03-1458 minThe Caffeinated ChristianShould Churches Guilt People into Giving?Send us a text Should churches be sending payment notices to members for not giving enough? In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we react to a viral video where a woman shares how her church tried to guilt her into givingWe break down the biblical perspective on giving, explore what Scripture says about generosity (hint: it’s supposed to be cheerful, not forced), and discuss how churches can encourage giving without manipulation.🔥 What do you think? Should churches ever remind people to give? Where’s the line between encouragement and guilt? Drop you...2025-03-0637 minThe Caffeinated ChristianWhy Christianity? | Part 3: Is the Resurrection a Historical Fact?Send us a textThe entire Christian faith rests on whether or not a single moment in human history actually took place: The resurrection of Jesus Christ. But is it historical fact or fiction? Mike and Ryan discuss.WatchSupport the show2025-02-271h 02
The Caffeinated ChristianWhy Christianity? | Part 1: The Existence of GodSend us a textChristian belief and thought are shifting away from the center of culture. We see this as more and more people are leaving the church–in fact, according to the book “The Great De-Churching” by Jim Davis and Michael Graham, 40 million people who used to faithfully attend a local church no longer do. Many have left because they believe Christianity has lost intellectual credibility. To them, it's a faith that lacks sound answers to their deepest questions. The most fundamental one is, does God exist? There are three sound arguments for God's existence we get in...2025-02-1358 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Women's Role in the Church - The Egalitarian PositionSend us a textToday we pull out another classic episode from the archives. We are looking at the opposite perspective of our classic episode from last month: the Egalitarian view. This view which believes men and women should hold equal roles in the church. To unpack that for us is Pastor Robert Wiesner. Pastor Robert is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, he has published in the Westminster Theological Journal and has forthcoming publications for the Journal of the Ecclesia Scholars Society and in an edited IVP book on the subject of the nature of eschatological...2025-02-081h 10The Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Women’s Role in the Church - Complementarian PositionSend us a textToday we revisit a classic episode (1 of 2) that answers the question "Should women be able to be Pastors?" Our guest is Melissa Houdmann. You may recognize her from her and her husband’s website GotQuestions.org. Got Questions is a website dedicated to answering biblical questions. They have currently answered close to 700,000 questions. Melissa considers herself a complementarian and we thought she would be perfect to explain this viewpoint. We are breaking down the term 'complementarianism' and discussing men and women's complementary roles in the church.Support the show2025-01-1849 min
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Rising Distrust of EvangelicalsSend us a textToday the guys explore Christian Ouija Boards and a concerning trend among evangelical Christians. And we're super excited to officially be offering our podcast on YouTube! Help us get the word out by liking, subscribing and sharing our channel!Support the show2025-01-0849 minThe Caffeinated ChristianComing in 2025!Send us a textHey Caffeinated listeners! Wer'e coming to you very briefly to give you all a quick overview of what we have planned for 2025. We're bringing back some things you love and introducing some new things we think you'll love as well. We also have some sad news to share, but it's something that comes with the podcasting business, and life, really.But buckle up because 2025 is going to be a really fun ride!Support the show2024-12-3015 minThe Caffeinated ChristianA Caffeinated Christmas 2024!Send us a textMerry Christmas Caffeinated Listeners! Today Mike and Ryan are looking at a detail in the Nativity story that can be verified by extra-biblical history. Whether you've been a Christian for decades or you're a skeptic, this episode might challenge some of your previously held assumptions about the story we so easily take for granted in our culture.So grab a cup of coffee, warm yourself by the fire and enjoy this years Caffeinated Christmas Special!Support the show2024-12-2551 minThe Caffeinated ChristianResponding to the Madison School TragedySend us a textToday Mike and Ryan take a few moments to respond to the tragedy that took place this week at a private Christian school in Madison, WI. We lament the fact that events like this have become commonplace. Often we feel at a loss for how to respond. We don’t come into this conversation claiming to have all the answers, but there are some points for Christians to consider that get lost in the heat of moments like this, so we invite you to listen and take with you whatever you hear that he...2024-12-1946 minThe Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Transgender to Transformed w/ Laura Beth PerrySend us a textToday, we revisit a classic episode from 2021, in which the guys sit down with Laura Beth Perry to hear her testimony. Laura lived 9 years as a transgender man named Jake. Laura shares her whole story on why she wanted to transition and how she felt God's call to transition back to a woman. This was a great episode, and Laura has a powerful story you won't want to miss out on!Support the show2024-12-171h 01The Caffeinated ChristianCAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Human Sexuality w/ Special Guest Jerry GillisSend us a textHey Caffeinated Listeners. Today, we're pulling out one of the best episodes from our archives for you to enjoy. In August 2020, we had the privilege of sitting down with Pastor Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor of the Chapel at Crosspointe, to discuss one of the most volatile topics in the culture: human sexuality. We hope you gain as much from this discussion as we did.Support the show2024-11-3052 min