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This week, we unpack Relevant Magazine’s “Everybody Has a Version of Jesus — Only One Holds Up,” and talk about how culture—and politics—can reshape Jesus into something more convenient. We also discuss the recent AI image of Jesus shared by Donald Trump, and what it reveals about how easily faith can be distorted. At the center of it all is a simple but challenging question: Are we following the real Jesus—or just a version we’ve created?

In this episode, we dive into an article by Timothy Keller exploring how the resurrection of Jesus speaks directly into seasons of fear and uncertainty. Drawing from his book Hope in Times of Fear, Keller argues that the resurrection isn’t just a past event—it’s the foundation for a living, present hope that shapes how we face suffering, pursue justice, and imagine the future. Together, we unpack what it means to live in an “already-but-not-yet” world, and why the promise of a renewed world still matters today.

In this episode, we respond to the article about why the Church needs a new “sex talk” and how many Christian teachings about sex have been shaped primarily from a male point of view. We talk about how this has affected women, relationships and sexual ethics in the Church, and why the conversation needs to change. Instead of fear, shame and control, we explore what a healthier, more mutual and more Christ-centered sexual ethic could look like.

Why did Jesus have to die? It’s one of the most important questions in Christianity—and one that has been answered in many different ways throughout history. In this episode, we explore the different biblical images used to explain the cross: sacrifice, substitution, ransom, victory over evil, healing, and love. Rather than just one explanation, the Bible gives us a bigger picture of what Jesus’ death accomplished and what it reveals about God. This conversation is part of our Challenging Stuff in the Bible series, where we wrestle with difficult questions and explore faith with honesty, curiosity, and hope.

In this episode, our team takes a look at a recent New York Times article by David French highlighting Texas politician James Talarico and why he stands out in today’s political climate. We talk about what makes his approach different, why his voice is gaining attention, and what it might look like to engage politics with hope, kindness, and conviction instead of anger and division. Whether you love politics, hate politics, or try to avoid it altogether, this conversation is about finding a better way forward. Article from the episode: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/08/opinion/james-talarico-christian-democrat-texas-primary.html?unlocked_article_code=1.RlA.MN_H.cZFT_ohIMhyp&smid=url-share&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQaoxBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeMUg5WRNrxgi5IoTg2YFbftF0EFF3WDSYcrq7QAvoMIuACEYfRC8FPxP4Ho0_aem_OKDgkYDEUk5Kq9dOnllCvA

This week on the Beyond Sunday Podcast, we ask a risky question: what happens to vocation if AI replaces most of our work? If your job disappears, does your calling disappear too — or have we misunderstood God’s purpose all along? Plus, there’s now a social media platform just for AI… and that raises some unsettling questions. All that and more.

This week we look at alarming reports of military commanders telling troops that Donald Trump has been “chosen by God” to spark Armageddon through war with Iran. We unpack why that kind of end-times rhetoric isn’t just dangerous politically—it’s also a serious distortion of Christian theology. Plus, we examine another disturbing development: the ranch milkshake. Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like. Apocalyptic politics, bad theology, and questionable dairy decisions—this week’s episode has it all.

This week on the Beyond Sunday Podcast, we continue our monthly series on difficult passages of Scripture by exploring the death of the firstborn in Exodus. It’s a challenging section of the Bible, and we wrestle honestly with our discomfort while considering how God’s love might still be seen in the middle of a troubling story. Plus… are Reese’s tasting a little fake these days? All that and more.

This week on the podcast, we take a thoughtful look at Christian service and charity. Why do some Christians seem to prioritize worship over acts of mercy? And why does the perception persist that Christians aren’t very charitable when the data tells a different story? Plus, what exactly should Florida do when iguanas start falling from the sky? All this and more on this week’s episode.

This week on the podcast, we dive into the idea of redemption — how it actually works spiritually, and why we’re sometimes quick to declare someone “redeemed” even when there’s little evidence of real change. Using the public stories surrounding Pastor Robert Morris and Kid Rock’s halftime performance as starting points, we wrestle with what true repentance and transformation should look like. Plus: What are the odds you’d actually be abducted by aliens in Ohio? An article from the show: https://www.christianpost.com/news/god-has-forgiven-gateway-founder-robert-morris-says-protege.html

Biblical literacy is declining—not just in broader culture, but even among faithful churchgoers. Has an overly seeker-sensitive approach weakened our discipleship? In this episode, we explore why deep engagement with Scripture matters and how churches can retrain their people to read, understand, and love the Bible. Plus, a surprising announcement: a “conservative, family-friendly” Super Bowl halftime alternative featuring Kid Rock is headed to Trinity Broadcast Network. We unpack why this is a bigger—and more troubling—deal than it might first appear. All that, and we reveal the new must-have item at every party. Articles we look at on the show: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2026/01/bible-reading-plan-literacy-jen-wilkin/ https://relevantmagazine.com/current/oped19/a-kid-rock-concert-is-airing-on-tbn-this-sunday-how-is-this-okay/

Our new Bible series this year focuses on passages of Scripture that can be difficult to navigate or know what to do with. This month, we take a closer look at Romans 13, examining how Paul understands the role of government and how Christians are called to approach faithfulness and obedience to the law. This passage has often been used to silence dissent—but is that truly Paul’s intent, or is there a more faithful and nuanced way to read it? ‍Here is an article we used to jump-start our conversation: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2026/01/christians-romans-13-ice-shooting-minneapolis/ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast and to share it with your friends, families, neighbors, and strangers! Music by: Inspiration by Mixaund – https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by: https://www.free-stock-music.com

We often feel pressure to be happy in faith… but what happens when we just aren’t feeling it. Do we subconsciously expect that being a follower of Jesus will make us happy and how do we combat against that. All this and more! Article from the episode: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/01/holy-unhappy-new-year-resolution-blessed-prosperity-gospel/ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast and to share it with your friends, families, neighbors, and strangers! Music by: Inspiration by MIxaund – https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by: https://www.free-stock-music.com

We often get confused by what is spiritual growth or what is just self improvement, so we explore how we can better tell the difference between becoming a better you or becoming more like Jesus. Article from the episode: https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/growth/weve-confused-spiritual-growth-with-self-improvement/ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast and to share it with your friends, families, neighbors, and strangers! Music by: Inspiration by MIxaund – https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by: https://www.free-stock-music.com