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Daniel 3 isn’t just a familiar story, it’s about pressure to conform and the cost of staying faithful. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego face a culture that demands compromise, and their response is simple: God can deliver, but even if He doesn’t, they won’t bow. Brody and JB talk about what that kind of faith looks like today, how cultural pressure shows up, and why God’s presence matters more than an easy way out.  SWO 26 Respond Women’s Retreat Lessons Learned From Hezekiah on Faith and Failure "In God's Underground" by Richard Wurmbrand Daniel 3 Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody invites his brother Duke and cousin Paco to share unfiltered stories behind Snowbird’s early days and stories from their upbringing. From a chaotic frat house rescue to a near-fatal hornet sting, they revisit the intense moments that shaped their lives. Through it all, they highlight what’s never changed: a mission rooted in the Gospel, strong relationships, and faithful teaching. Rudolf, Beethoven, and The Chainsaw Man Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Israel is a very hot topic right now, and many Christians aren’t sure what to think. In this episode, Brody and JB step back from politics and let the Bible lead. We build a simple, Gospel-centered framework for understanding Israel, the church, and God’s promises. They walk through Genesis 12, Galatians 3, and Romans 9–11 to see how Scripture defines Israel, how Jesus fulfills its story, and how Jews and Gentiles are brought together as one people of God. We also address modern anti-semitism and why it has no place in the life of a Christian. The goal is a steady, humble posture: fear the Lord, reject pride, pray for peace, and share the Gospel with all people. Genesis 12Hebrews 4Galatians 3Romans 9-11What Does the Bible Actually Say About End Times | Tailgate Theology An Evening of Eschatology Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this bonus episode, Brody has his younger brother Duke on to share his perspective on the night everything changed. As a follow-up to What My Father’s Fall Taught Me, Duke shares what it was like watching their dad leave that night, the shock of everything that followed, and how those next few days played out. They talk about the pain of how things were handled, the impact it had on their faith and trust in the church, and the slow process of rebuilding. From wrestling with resentment to finding strength in brotherhood and mentorship, this is an honest look at healing after church hurt. Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

This episode is a follow-up to Monday’s conversation, where JB and Brody simplify end times views and clear up confusing language. We briefly walk through the main perspectives, explain where they differ, and focus on what matters most. No hype or fear just a clear and hopeful look at what Christians agree on: Jesus is coming back, and God will make all things new. Revelation 19 & 20 Eschatology Charts Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem An Evening of Eschatology What Does the Bible Actually Say About End Times | Tailgate Theology  Why I Left the Catholic Faith Rudolf, Beethoven, and The Chainsaw Man Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

End times talk often sparks fear, arguments, or wild speculation, but it doesn’t have to. This episode offers a calm, Bible-centered conversation about the end times without hype or endless debates. Brody and JB break down the major Christian views: premillennial, amillennial, and postmillennial. They explain key ideas like the rapture, tribulation, and the millennium, and look at passages like 1 Thessalonians 4, Matthew 24, and Revelation 20. They also share how believers should think about Israel and the church. Above all, they keep coming back to what Scripture emphasizes most: endurance, faithfulness, and the mission of the gospel. Revelation 20 Matthew 24 1 Thessalonians 4 An Evening of Eschatology Peace Child by Don Richardson Eternity in Their Hearts by Don Richardson More Than Conquerors by William Hendriksen Defending Penal Substitutionary Atonement Episode Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

A teenager runs away from an abusive home and ends up on a bench after curfew, where one unexpected encounter changes his direction. Brody sits down with retired state trooper Robbie Jacks to hear how God used mentors, friendship, and Scripture to turn a life marked by abuse and shame into one of purpose and service. Robbie shares his story of hitting rock bottom, the people who stepped in at the right time, and how the Gospel, not just behavior change, brought real transformation. We also talk about breaking cycles, growing in faith, and building a meaningful habit of time in God’s Word. Be Strong Men's ConferenceDemas, Drifting, and How To Stay Faithful What My Fathers Fall Taught MeEzekiel 36:26-27 Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody will walk through Psalm 51, in which King David refuses to hide behind excuses after Nathan exposes his sin with Bathsheba. Instead, he brings raw confession and a desperate plea for mercy to God. Brody will explore how repeated patterns of sin can trap believers today, and how David’s prayer points us to real cleansing through the grace of Jesus Christ. This episode talks about repentance, restored joy, and why a clean heart, not religious performance, is the only path forward. Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody will talk about how fear, mission, and faith intersect. It’s a reminder that the moments that unsettle us often expose where our trust truly rests. Through 1 Thessalonians, He will share a simple guide to finding a healthy church, faith being shaped by Scripture, love lived out in service, and hope rooted in Christ’s resurrection. Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Moral failure doesn’t start big, it starts with pride, secrecy, and small compromises. In this episode, Brody and JB discuss boundaries with the opposite sex and share simple, practical guardrails to protect marriages, ministries, and singles before trouble starts. They talk about fearing the Lord, hating sin, and living in confession and accountability, along with clear boundaries: no secret conversations, wise counseling practices, healthy digital habits, and counting the real cost of a short thrill. Choose steady faithfulness and build patterns now you’ll be grateful for later. James 1 1 John 2 No Sanity Required Podcast Youtube Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Last week, we wrestled with the fallout when a respected leader falls and the question it leaves behind: what hope is there for the rest of us? This week, Brody looks at the life of King Hezekiah. He tore down idols, trusted God under the threat of Assyria, and saw miraculous deliverance, yet later stumbled in pride before Babylon. His story holds both faith and failure. Brody also talks about approaching Scripture with humility, the daily fight with sin, and the kind of accountability that restores. It’s not about a spotless record, but about a life being continually conformed to God through sanctification. What My Father's Fall Taught Me Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody sits down with JB and shares his dad’s story of secret sin and moral failure and how it has shaped his own marriage and ministry at Snowbird. Brody pulls out his dad’s old, marked-up Bibles as a picture of a life that looked faithful on the outside but was unraveling in private. They walk through hidden patterns of porn and infidelity, a suicide attempt, and the lasting impact on a family and a church. The conversation goes beyond one man’s failure to the deeper reality that any of us can drift if we don’t remain steadfast and faithful. This episode isn’t just reflection, it’s practical. They talk about what it means to truly hate sin, keep your hand on the plow once you’ve committed to follow Christ, and put guardrails in place that protect your marriage and ministry. It’s a sober reminder and a clear call to stay anchored, finish well, and deal with sin before it has the chance to take root and cost you more than you ever intended to lose. Spring Youth RetreatNothing Can Eclipse Your Call to ChristNo Sanity Book Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this bonus episode, Brody sits down with Kilby for a full update on Greg’s health scare. She recounts the sudden collapse, the battle in the ICU, and the emotional rollercoaster of not knowing what was going to happen. After returning to the U.S., a fast-track visit to Duke brought clearer answers and a new path forward. Kilby shares how their community stepped in, in powerful ways, how Greg is doing now, and how this experience is shaping their plans to head back to Uganda better prepared for what’s ahead. Please continue to be in prayer for Greg, Kilby, and Alma! Support the Helms family Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody and JB interview Avery Colvert as she shares her journey from camper to L.M.N.T. to summer staff shows how service, Scripture, and mentorship can reshape a teenager’s faith and leadership. We unpack what L.M.N.T. is, walk through a day-in-the-life, and explore how real responsibility, intentional rest, and close mentorship form durable habits that last beyond camp. This conversation makes the case that ordinary work, like serving meals or cleaning toilets, done with clarity and purpose can become deep spiritual formation and a pipeline for future leaders. LMNT High School Team Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Brody and Katie Cousins share their annual update. Brody reads and responds to listener comments from the last episode, leading into a conversation about staying informed without getting lost in cultural noise and outrage. Katie also shares exciting news from her soccer journey, offering a behind-the-scenes look at professional soccer, navigating change, and moving forward with faith, clarity, and resilience. Other Podcasts with Katie: Living Boldly For Christ as a Pro Athlete Living Boldly For Christ as a Pro Athlete Pt. 2 Living Boldly For Christ as a Pro Athlete Pt. 3 Trusting the Lord in Seasons of Waiting Katie's Book "Just Be Faithful" Follow Katie's Team Send us Fan Mail Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith.   Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.