In this episode, Brett outlines his thoughts about how our view of "excellence" is driven by our theology of gifts, membership, and the weekly church meeting while Colin calls out the dangers that come with the current inherent obscurity that c

Episode 18: Triple-Check - Soteriology, Tithing, Covenants, and more!

May 3rd, 2019 48m 46s

In this special episode, the guys have 2 great listener questions. While they use Episode 16 as a launching point, so much more is covered. Be sure to listen beginning to end so you don't miss a second.

Episode 17: the Pastorate and Divorce

Apr 8th, 2019 46m 22s

In this episode, Colin challenges the seemingly prevailing view of the office of "Pastor" while Brett explores Divorce in light of our understanding of covenants and what the Bible teaches.

Episode 16: Covenant Relationships and Tithing

Mar 31st, 2019 48m 16s

In this episode, Brett contends that the only true, life-giving relationships are ones that are convenantal, while Colin challenges us to rethink what we are taught in our churches concerning the "tithe."Do you have a question about the Bible?

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Episode 16 - Teaser

Mar 6th, 2019 2m 7s

In an upcoming episode, Colin will be weighing the way the Bible defines tithing over against the way most contemporary churches define it.

Episode 15: The Church Edifice and The Aha! Moment

Jan 30th, 2019 46m 22s

In this episode, Colin weighs the Biblical merits of churches constructing and maintaining church buildings while Brett discusses the "Aha!" moment - the moment of Salvation, with reflections on his own Salvation journey.Do you have a questio

Episode 14: Children and the Bible's Trustworthiness

Jan 21st, 2019 40m 12s

In this episode, Brett explores reasons for having children and our relationship to them, while Colin begins our conversation surrounding the trustworthiness of the Bible.Do you have a question about the Bible? Send it to us at doublecheckpod

Episode 13: Tech Company and Teenage Education

Jan 15th, 2019 40m 41s

In this episode, Colin takes on a tech giant, while Brett explores his thoughts on how we educate our teenagers (and others) both in school and in the church.

Episode 12: Magi and Soulmates

Jan 7th, 2019 43m 55s

In this episode, Colin explores who the Magi were and a thought about how they may be connected to the overall Bible narrative, while Brett discusses whether "soulmates" are real or not.

Episode 11: Virgin Birth and Christmas as Second Advent

Dec 24th, 2018 39m 59s

In this episode, Colin highlights the significance of the Virgin Birth, while Brett celebrates Christmas as the Second Advent of Christ.

Episode 10: Traditional Elements and Christmas from Babylon

Dec 17th, 2018 35m 10s

In this episode, Brett advocates for reflection on why traditional ("liturgical") elements of services never really go away, and Colin journeys through how Babylonian traditions have influenced our Christian holidays.

Episode 9: Worst Christmas Song and What Day is Christmas?

Dec 10th, 2018 32m 4s

On this episode, Brett goes all in to convince you that a beloved Christmas song is actually the worst one ever written, while Colin explores when Jesus may have actually been born.

Episode 8: the Church and Paul v. James

Dec 4th, 2018 49m 33s

Colin continues exploring the Church and Israel, while Brett searches for the intersections of the Theologies of Paul and James. C.S. Lewis even makes an appearance!

Episode 7: Prodigal Heirs and Unbelief

Nov 26th, 2018 40m 30s

Colin claims that Israel is still God's chosen people - that He isn't done with them yet - while Brett implores himself and other believers to not get frustrated with those who don't believe.These topics are ones that cross a lot of people's

Episode 6: Christian Flag and Thanksgiving

Nov 20th, 2018 43m 56s

We have our first listener-submitted question! Colin and Brett answer "How can you justify any time spent away from the Gospel?" But before that, Brett steps in some hot water over use of the Christian Flag, and Colin unpacks the undeniable l

Episode 5: Stephen Hawking and Seeker-Friendly Savior

Nov 12th, 2018 30m 9s

In this episode, Brett challenges the philosophical and Theological assertions of the "Science" movement and one of its great practitioners, while Colin asserts that Jesus was not a seeker-friendly savior and asks, "Why are we making seeker-fri

Episode 4: Sad Pew People and Imago Dei

Nov 5th, 2018 35m 30s

In this episode, Colin speaks about the "sad pew people" in churches that do not share the truth they have received, and Brett explores an intersection of doctrine and culture.A clip from the documentary Brett mentioned: https://www.youtube.c

Episode 3: Referees of a Call and Traditions over Truth

Oct 29th, 2018 39m 48s

In this episode, Brett wraps up talking about a Call from God, and Colin speaks into how Evangelicalism is falling into a tradition over truth mentality.Question or comment? Please send it in to [email protected]!

Episode 2: Feelings/Holy Spirit in Calling and Availability of Truth

Oct 8th, 2018 43m 46s

Colin spits fire when talking about the availability of Truth, while Brett continues to answer questions left from the last coversation about "calling."Questions you want the guys to answer on the podcast? Maybe a comment you want to send? Em

Episode 1: Unwavering Truth and General Calling

Oct 1st, 2018 29m 35s

In this episode, Brett cross-checks Colin's thoughts on the nature of truth, while Colin pushes Brett to answer questions regarding "callings" we have on our lives.