Sacred Cinema: A Great Awakening

Fall is here, and so are the unhinged church activities! Erin and Evan dive into listener stories of questionable fall traditions, from pumpkin-launching youth groups and gruesome All Saints Day costumes to old-fashioned dress-up Sundays and trunk-or-treat controversies. Plus, we discuss unconventional matchmaking techniques, naked bike rides, and so much more! MENTIONS Want the spicy stories? Listen on Patreon Pumpkin Chunkin’ 3000: See the pic here Relevant Past Episodes: Best Saints in Show What was that about a dress-up Sunday? Learn more here The Hatbox Ghost: Learn more here

This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss the current Tim Tebow controversy with LifeSurge, whether or not our military needs spiritual oversight, and the state of Christian products. Which government office would benefit most from an Office of Religious Affairs, and does Jamie say her most shocking thing ever? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS What’s the deal with LifeSurge? Here’s the article Office of Religious Affairs: Learn more here Jesus-Themed Products: BlockLife Jesus on Cross | Christ Nest | Jesus Parachute | Jesus Bendables | Halloween Bendables

In this very special episode, Erin sits down with Palestinian Christian pastor, theologian, and author Dr. Munther Isaac to talk about Christian Zionism, biblical interpretation, and the realities of the war in Gaza. Dr. Isaac shares his perspective on Christian Zionism, how to respond when loved ones refuse to acknowledge Palestinian suffering, and what repentance and action can look like for Western Christians. We also talk about his powerful book Christ in the Rubble and his hope for the global church. MENTIONS Dr. Munther Isaac: Instagram | Christ in the Rubble | The Other Side of the Wall | Christ in the Rubble Sermon Bethlehem Institute for Peace and Justice: Website | Sermon to the West Church at the Crossroads: Website | Atlanta Event Want the spicy questions? Listen on Patreon

Today, we’re stepping into the Faith Adjacent Vault and sharing our introductory episode to our Esther Season! SNL’s Stefon would tell you that the Book of Esther has everything. It has murder, lies, intrigue, adoption, romance, a beauty pageant. It has villains, heroes, and underdogs. And it has a lot of revenge. We start to unpack all of these aspects in this first episode. MENTIONS Relevant Bible Passage: Esther 1:1-22 The Esther Season: Listen on Patreon (Included with a Doctoral Membership) | Purchase at The Faith Adjacent Shop

This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss the latest Biblical AI innovation, whether or not convicted criminals should be given a faith platform, and the movie experience that will soon transform your youth group. Are sea shanties making a comeback, and what is the best job for a disgraced pastor? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS 30 Episodes from the Archives: The Favored or Forsaken Episode Bundle Want the spicy topics? Listen on Patreon TheSinging.Bible: Check it out here Evan’s Alternative to the AI Singing Bible: Streetlights Bible Convicted Criminals Offering Opening Prayer: Read the Article Here 4D Youth Group Movie Experience? Here’s the Reel