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We remember the good old days. But are we remembering them accurately? Josh and Joey trade laughs over nostalgia and European travels before getting into conversations that aren’t always comfortable: faith, politics, disagreements, and telling the truth when silence would be easier. What’s worth standing firm on—and how do we keep loving people who see it differently? Plus, listener questions about a lying prophet and Paul’s thorn in the flesh. Pull up a chair. There’s plenty worth talking about. Send your questions to [email protected] Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

We’ve all heard it said—but have we ever stopped to ask whether it’s actually true? In Episode 13, Joey and Josh trace the strange origins of familiar expressions, play an old wives’ tales true-or-false game, and explore the definitions and assumptions we inherit simply because they’ve been repeated to us. From “Did God really say?” to “But I tell you,” this conversation asks who gets the final word on truth, identity, and what it means to be human. Culture has plenty to say. But the Word gets the final word. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

What do communion, aliens, Gen Z, and church denominations have in common? Apparently… they all make for some pretty good theological whiplash. 😂 In Episode 12 of Freedom Table, Josh and Joey sit down for another Q&A-style conversation tackling some of the questions Christians are asking—and sometimes arguing about. We dive into: 🍞 Why do Christians believe so differently about communion? From Catholic transubstantiation to Orthodox mystery, Lutheran sacramental union, Reformed spiritual presence, and the memorial view. 👽 Would discovering intelligent alien life threaten Christianity? What does Scripture actually say, what does it leave unanswered, and what can we learn from C.S. Lewis's thoughts about life beyond Earth? ⛪ Is Gen Z really coming back to church? We look at recent data suggesting younger generations may be more spiritually curious than the narrative surrounding them would have us believe—and ask what they're actually searching for. 📖 Why are there so many Christian denominations if we all believe the Bible? We trace some of Christianity's theological family tree and talk about the difference between essential doctrines and issues where Christians can faithfully disagree. But underneath all four conversations is a bigger question: Can we pursue truth, hold convictions, and still extend grace to people who disagree with us? Because the goal isn't to win every theological argument. It's to make disciples. Curiosity isn't the enemy of faith. Pride is. So pull up a chair, stay curious, stay humble, and keep your eyes on Jesus. This is Freedom Table.

What do we do with tongues, prophecy, healing, and miracles? This honest conversation tackles one of the most debated topics in the Church: spiritual gifts. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Freedom Table Episode 10 tackles one of the biggest questions Christians wrestle with: Why do believers follow some parts of the Bible… but not others? If bacon is forbidden in Leviticus, why do Christians eat it? If the Bible talks about Sabbath laws, festivals, mixed fabrics, and tattoos… what still applies today? Are Christians picking and choosing? Ignoring the Old Testament? Or is there something deeper happening? In this episode, Joey and Josh unpack the difference between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant, why the Law was given in the first place, and how Jesus fulfills what the Old Testament was always pointing toward. They dive into: • Food laws, tattoos, Sabbath, and biblical holidays • Tithing under the New Covenant • Moral vs ceremonial laws • What “fulfilled in Christ” actually means • Why grace doesn’t mean lawlessness • How the New Covenant raises the standard from outward behavior to inward transformation Along the way there’s humor, rapid-fire questions, theology, practical application, and a surprisingly deep conversation about shrimp fried rice. This episode is about more than rules. It’s about understanding the story of Scripture, the heart of God, and what it really means to follow Jesus under the New Covenant. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

You’re in a conversation… someone says something you know isn’t right— Do you speak up… or stay quiet? That tension is real. Because boldness sounds great—until it costs you something. In this episode, we talk about: - why most believers aren’t held back by persecution—but by awkwardness - what real, everyday boldness actually looks like - why silence isn’t neutral - and how to follow Jesus when it might cost you comfort, reputation, or more At some point… you don’t get to stay neutral anymore. So the question is: Where is God asking you to be bold right now? Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Is Revelation a roadmap to the future… a message to the early church… or a symbolic picture of the battle between good and evil? For centuries, Christians have read the same book and come to very different conclusions. In this episode, we break down the four major views of Revelation and why understanding them can completely change how you read the end of the story. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Faith questions rarely arrive one at a time. They come fast, from different directions, often triggered by disappointment, hurt, or simply paying closer attention. In this first volume of Theological Whiplash, we slow down and open the table to a wide-ranging Q&A conversation—moving from church, to leadership failure, to doubt, deconstruction, and suffering. Not to resolve everything neatly, but to name what many are already wrestling with. This episode isn’t about winning arguments or offering easy answers. It’s about making room for honest questions, distinguishing doubt from unbelief, and remembering that faith was never meant to be fragile—or lived alone. If your questions about church and your questions about God have started showing up together, you’re not alone. Everything’s on the table. Nothing’s off. Welcome to Theological Whiplash — Vol. 1. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Fasting is one of the most misunderstood practices in the Christian life — often seen as extreme, outdated, or unnecessary. In this episode of The Freedom Table, Josh and Joey walk through why Scripture repeatedly calls God’s people to fast, how fasting affects both the soul and the body, and what fasting can look like in real life. They explore the biblical foundation for fasting, the scientific research behind its physical benefits, practical and accessible ways to fast with wisdom, and personal stories of how fasting has brought clarity, courage, and alignment in their own lives. Fasting isn’t about earning favor. It’s about posture. It’s about making space. Pull up a chair. Join us at The Freedom Table. Learn more about prayer and fasting: 👉 https://myfreedom.org/prayer Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Every December, the same debates surface — the date, the tree, the traditions, the claims that Christmas is pagan, and the question of what we’re really celebrating. In this Christmas special, Josh and Joey explore the deeper story behind Christmas — from Genesis to Bethlehem, from prophecy to the Star, from shepherds and Magi to the traditions we still carry today. Along the way, they unpack why Christmas didn’t appear out of nowhere, why the heavens mattered, and how God aligned history, Scripture, and time itself for the arrival of Christ. Christmas isn’t random.It isn’t borrowed.And it didn’t start in December — it started with a promise. Pull up a chair; grab your favorite Christmas snack. Join us On The First Table Christmas! Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you find freedom from anything that holds you back from all that God has planned for your life. Our mandate comes from the Bible, and we have a few steps we’ve implemented to make finding freedom simple. Find out more here — http://myfreedom.org/ Stay Connected! Freedom Church Website: http://bit.ly/2w8wD4Q Freedom Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MgOd1c Freedom Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2PfYkRE -- To invest in the mission of Freedom Church, click here. http://bit.ly/2Zm0Nz8 -- #freedomchurch #iamfreedomchurch

Israel is a nation smaller than New Jersey and outnumbered hundreds to one, yet it remains the most talked-about and spiritually significant place on earth. In this episode, Josh and Joey unpack why: from God’s ancient covenant with Abraham, to prophetic promises in Jeremiah and Romans, to modern-day miracles like the rebirth of Israel in 1948. You don’t have to be political to sense something divine is happening. You just need curiosity, courage, and a Bible.

Welcome Back to Freedom Table History. Prophecy. Culture. The text and the subtext. The deep dives and the one-liners. Off the stage and around the table with @joshuajfinley & @joeysarlo 🎧 Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 📺 Watch: YouTube 📲 Follow: Instagram @freedom.table ✉️ Send us your questions/topics: [email protected] #FreedomTable #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithandCulture

Some stories in the Bible just make you stop and ask, “Wait… what’s actually happening here?” In this episode, Joey and Josh continue their discussion on “stuff they didn’t tell you in Sunday school”—Nephilim, Watchers, Baptisms and Babel—and what these ancient moments mean for us today. Because when you start to see the Bible as one big, connected story, it will change how you see everything. History. Prophecy. Culture. The text and the subtext. The deep dives and the one-liners. Off the stage and around the table with @joshuajfinley & @joeysarlo 🎧 Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 📺 Watch: YouTube 📲 Follow: Instagram @freedom.table ✉️ Send us your questions/topics: [email protected] #FreedomTable #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithandCulture

Ever feel like the Bible hints at a world we barely talk about—angels, demons, divine councils; references to other texts that didn’t make it into our canon of scripture? You’re not imagining things. In this episode of Freedom Table, Joshua Finley and Joey Sarlo pull back the curtain on the unseen realm of Scripture and what it means for us today. History. Prophecy. Culture. The text and the subtext. The deep dives and the one-liners. Off the stage and around the table with @joshuajfinley & @joeysarlo 🎧 Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 📺 Watch: YouTube 📲 Follow: Instagram @freedom.table ✉️ Send us your questions/topics: [email protected] #FreedomTable #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithandCulture

Have you ever thought, “I’m just not interested in living the boring Christian life—there’s got to be more”? You’re not alone. In this debut episode of Freedom Table, Joshua Finley and Joey Sarlo dive into powerful moments of revival throughout history and explore what revival looks like right now in our own lives and in our communities. History. Prophecy. Culture. The text and the subtext. The deep dives and the one-liners. Off the stage and around the table with @joshuajfinley & @joeysarlo 🎧 Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 📺 Watch: YouTube 📲 Follow: Instagram @freedom.table ✉️ Send us your questions/topics: [email protected] #FreedomTable #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithandCulture

History. Prophecy. Culture. The Text... and the subtext. The deep dives... and the one-liners. Sound bites and insights. Off the stage and around the table. Join us on the 15th of every month. Launching August 15th. Pull up a chair.