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A Lot of Words is a conversational deep-dive podcast hosted by Pastor Brett Schoeneck and Pastor Matt Smith, created for listeners who want biblical clarity applied to real-life questions. Each episode pulls apart the questions people actually ask—not the ones theologians wish people were asking.From tough topics like anxiety, AI, politics, prayer, sexuality, and suffering to practical questions about how to read the Bible, how to think Christianly in a digital world, and how to follow Jesus in a noisy culture, Brett and Matt aim to give listeners honest, pastoral, and intellectually serious answers.The show blends theology, humor, cultural analysis, and pastoral insight—inviting you into a conversation that is purposeful, biblical, and surprisingly entertaining. If you’ve ever wanted a podcast where you can actually get your questions answered, welcome to A Lot of Words.
Pastor Brett Schoeneck and hosts A Lot of Words, a religion show with 25 episodes published.
Can Christians be depressed? Brett and Pastor Matt Smith talk through depression, hopelessness, grief, medication, counseling, biblical joy, lament Psalms, and what it means to keep trusting God in sorrow. They also answ
Failure hurts—but does it always mean something has gone wrong? In this episode, Brett and Pastor Matt Smith discuss why God allows Christians to fail and how setbacks can produce humility, perseverance, wisdom, and depe
In Part 2 of our Christian Dating series, Matt and Brett explore practical biblical wisdom for relationships and marriage. Topics include physical boundaries before marriage, pornography, online dating, missionary dating
Watch BoBo & Precious: The Silliest Clowns in America https://youtu.be/kRvjc19RmVw Is there one specific person God wants you to marry? How do Christians know if a relationship is God’s will? And how far is too far physi
Is same-sex attraction itself sinful, or is only the act sinful? In this episode of A Lot of Words, Brett and Pastor Matt Smith tackle one of the most difficult questions in modern Christianity: how should Christians thi
Brett and Pastor Matt Smith discuss environmentalism, climate change, recycling, biblical stewardship, dominion, and the difference between caring for God’s creation and turning creation into an idol. In this episode: 00
What does the Bible actually say about masculinity and femininity? In this episode, Brett and Pastor Matt Smith discuss gender confusion, biblical manhood, biblical womanhood, feminism, marriage, submission, sacrificial
Are Catholics Christians? What does Roman Catholicism teach about salvation, grace, Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of Scripture? In this episode of A Lot of Words, Brett and Pastor Matt Smith discuss the major t
"No Holds Barred: Round Two of Your Questions" continues the direct, unfiltered Q&A format from Part One with pastors Brett Schenck and Matt Smith of Barabbas Road Church. In this shorter but equally substantive session,
What is anxiety? Is worry always a sin? Can Christians struggle with panic attacks, fear, or overwhelming stress and still trust God? In this episode of A Lot of Words, Brett and Pastor Matt Smith tackle one of the most
In this episode of A Lot of Words, we dive into a rapid-fire Q&A covering some of the most random, deep, and surprisingly important questions about the Christian faith. From biblical mysteries to modern dilemmas, nothing
What is dispensationalism—and how does it shape the way we view Israel today? This episode explores one of the most debated topics in Christianity, breaking down key biblical questions about Israel, prophecy, and God’s p
Description: Can a Christian actually lose their salvation… or is it secure forever? This episode tackles one of the most debated—and personal—questions in the Christian life. Because this isn’t just theology… it’s about
Can Christians vote Democrat? Should believers support war? What about globalism? In this episode, we explore how Christians should think about politics in light of Scripture. We discuss the tension between faith and gov
What happens when healthy living becomes a religion? Brett, Pastor Matt, and Shauncy dive into the world of "Crunchy Christianity" — the growing movement of Christians who emphasize natural living, distrust of big pharma
Is modern worship music drifting too far… or are we overthinking it? In this upcoming episode of A Lot of Words, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the church right now—music. Are drums and syncopated rhythms
Is modern worship music biblical—or have we made music style more important than worship itself? In this episode, we explore the ongoing debate around worship music in the church. Are drums and guitars inappropriate for
Is modern worship music drifting too far… or are we overthinking it? In this upcoming episode of A Lot of Words, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the church right now—music. Are drums and syncopated rhythms
Is mindfulness, meditation, and yoga harmless—or are there deeper spiritual concerns Christians should be aware of? In this episode, Pastor Matt Smith breaks down these widely accepted practices through a biblical worldv
Is mindfulness, meditation, and yoga actually harmless—or are they rooted in something spiritually dangerous? Pastor Matt Smith breaks down these popular practices from a biblical worldview, exposing the origins of Easte
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