Episode 37: Common Caricatures of Protestantism

Episode 37: Common Caricatures of Protestantism

In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss five common misconceptions or caricatures of what protestants believe: The Bible is our only authority (sola scriptura) Good works are not necessary in salvation (sola fide) Church history/tradition is unimportant Sacraments are mere symbols and powerless Mary is unimportant/has no role

Episode 36: Should We Baptize Infants? A Conversation with Dr. Gavin Ortlund

Episode 36: Should We Baptize Infants? A Conversation with Dr. Gavin Ortlund

Should we baptize infants or only someone who professes faith in Christ? In this episode, we talked to Gavin about complexities in infant and believers Baptism and his journey from the Presbyterian church to the Baptist denomination. Gavin Ortlund is a husband, father, pastor, and writer. He serves as senior pastor of First Baptist Church …

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Episode 35: Redemptive Suffering and Navigating PTSD – A Conversation with Molly McManus

Episode 35: Redemptive Suffering and Navigating PTSD – A Conversation with Molly McManus

In this episode, Jacque’s friend Molly talks about her struggles with mental health, specifically PTSD, and about how God has shown up in her suffering and brought beauty and redemption from her pain.  Episode Resources: Follow Molly on Instagram Read Jacque’s original blog interview with Molly knowHis.love Podcast “This Too Shall Last” by K.J. Ramsey …

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Episode 34: Bridging the Gap Between Protestants & Catholics – A Conversation with Trent Horn

Episode 34: Bridging the Gap Between Protestants & Catholics – A Conversation with Trent Horn

What unites us all as Christians and what are the main issues still dividing us? In this episode, we interview Trent Horn about bridging the gap between Catholics and Protestants. Trent himself converted to Catholicism and has earned master’s degrees in theology, philosophy, and bioethics. He works for Catholic Answers as a staff apologist and …

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Episode 33: Catholic vs. Protestant: The Eucharist/Communion

Episode 33: Catholic vs. Protestant: The Eucharist/Communion

Do Protestant’s believe the eucharist is merely symbolic? Do Catholics really believe they are partaking in the actual body and blood of Jesus? What is the significance of this sacrament? In this episode, Jacque and Megan debate their differing views surrounding the Lord’s Table. Resources for Megan’s Position: Definition of Different Views Christ, Baptism, and …

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Episode 31: The Struggles & Beauty of Motherhood

Episode 31: The Struggles & Beauty of Motherhood

In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Jacque’s friend, Haley, about how the struggles and beauty of pregnancy and motherhood. Haley shares her personal fears, growth, changes that were expected and unexpected. A few issues discussed are: body image, marital sex life after a baby, changes in her marriage, and advice for young mothers.

Episode 30: Unity Between Catholics & Protestants: A Conversation with Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity

Episode 30: Unity Between Catholics & Protestants: A Conversation with Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity

In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity. Gospel Simplicity began as a YouTube channel in a Moody Bible Institute dorm. It was born out of the central conviction that the gospel is really good news that should be shared with as many people as possible. Austin creates content around biblical and …

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Episode 29: Purity Culture, Modesty, Body Image, & Healing from Sexual Sin

Episode 29: Purity Culture, Modesty, Body Image, & Healing from Sexual Sin

Trigger Warning: This episode references sexual assault and disordered eating.  Jacque and Megan talk to Mary about purity culture: what it is, family dynamics, modesty, body image, and more. Purity Culture is largely understood to be a Christian sub-culture beginning around 1990 in conservative evangelical circles. It is characterized by efforts to promote sexual abstinence …

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Episode 28: Why Do We Bleed? A Theology of Menstruation

Episode 28: Why Do We Bleed? A Theology of Menstruation

Women often feel shame, disgust, embarrassment, or annoyance at their periods, but is that how menstruation should be viewed? In this episode, Jacque and Megan interview Kerena Lawler who has developed a theology of menstruation. She says that the menstrual cycle tells a story: creation, fall, redemption, and future restoration. Some questions discussed in this …

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