Episode 8 - Coexist Bumper Sticker, Part 1

Episode 8 - Coexist Bumper Sticker, Part 1

Author: Despite Popular Belief April 22, 2019 Duration: 39:15
The infamous "Coexist" bumper stickers you see on various (predictable) vehicles are under examination this week as we discuss tolerance and truth. In Part 1 we cover the first three symbols: Islam, Peace, and Gender. We also introduce a new segment, Signs From God, where Eric tries to guess which church signs are real and which ones are fake.

In a world saturated with hot takes and shifting cultural narratives, Despite Popular Belief Podcast offers a grounded space for thoughtful, Reformed biblical theology. This isn't about adding another opinion to the noise; it's a deliberate return to Scripture as the ultimate authority. Each episode seeks to build up and edify those within the Christian faith, providing solid theological foundation and practical understanding for navigating life as a believer. The conversations here are rooted in the conviction that God's Word is sufficient and transformative, offering clarity when other voices create confusion. Beyond strengthening the church, this podcast also speaks directly to anyone on the outside looking in-whether you're curious about the God of the Bible or feel disconnected from contemporary church expressions. It’s for those who sense that mainstream spiritual discourse often misses the deeper, timeless truths. You’ll hear discussions that tackle real questions with intellectual honesty and pastoral care, always circling back to what the scriptures actually say. Tune in for a perspective that challenges prevailing assumptions not with trendy arguments, but with a faithful examination of foundational doctrine. The aim is to equip listeners to stand firm in their convictions and engage the world with wisdom, echoing the call to skillfully stand before kings. This is a podcast dedicated to substance over spectacle, where ancient text informs modern life.
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Duration: 55:29
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Episode 78 - Angelology: "FEAR NOT" Pt. 2 with Reformanda Co. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:22
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Episode 77 - Angelology: "FEAR NOT" Pt. 1 with Reformanda Co. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:37
Scripture explains in great detail what angels ARE and what they are NOT. Cody Bockelkamp of Reformanda Co is with us today to clear the air on these incredible messengers who are commissioned by the Living God! What ins…
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Duration: 1:09:35
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Episode 74 - Review/React: The Spark - 'Awesome God ft. John Cooper' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:44
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Duration: 28:47
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Duration: 37:24
We pick up where we left off with American sniper, John Cooper, and former cohost, Erik Marti, to discuss what it was like to be in Afghanistan when C0\/1d hit. It was a shock to come back to America and see people's new…
Episode 71 - Wielding the Sword with John Cooper, Pt. 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:54
Former cohost, Erik Marti, returns to join me in welcoming American sniper, John Cooper, of the Godly Grunts podcast. John answers the question: How can you love your neighbor and shoot them in the face? This is somethin…
Episode 70 - My Old Metal Band: To Every Cynic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:02
Season 4 is here! This is a very special episode to me; I finally roped in some of my old metal bandmates from To Every Cynic (2009-2012). The stories we share will explain a lot of my roots and love for the genre. Aside…