Holy Tangents

Have you ever read a passage in the Bible and wondered, "Why don't we talk about this more often?" In this episode, we explore some of Scripture's strangest and most overlooked stories, from Jephthah's tragic vow and...

Can a nation show compassion without abandoning its responsibility to protect its borders? In this episode, we explore the Biblical view of borders, assimilation, and national pride, drawing from Scripture, history, and...

Does the Bible support the way many modern churches define leadership today? In this episode, we examine the growing acceptance of female pastors, its cultural and historical roots, and why this shift has occurred...

<p>If modern feminism has delivered more freedom than ever, why are so many women less fulfilled? In this episode, we trace the history of feminist movements, acknowledge the real abuses that sparked them, and examine...

<p>What happens when a society no longer shares a common cultural experience? In this episode, we explore the collapse of America’s once-unifying culture and how the rise of smartphones and social media has fragmented...

<p>How does a committed atheist become one of Christianity’s greatest defenders? In this episode, we trace the life of C.S. Lewis—from childhood tragedy and the trenches of World War I to Oxford halls, the Inklings, and...

<p>Why does hatred toward the Jewish people keep resurfacing throughout history? In this episode, we examine modern antisemitism on the political left and right, its theological beginnings within the Church, and what...

<p>Could artificial intelligence (AI) reshape humanity—or erase it? In this episode, we unpack the promises and perils of AI, from deepfakes and social credit systems to the threat of lost creativity and transhumanist...

<p>How do you share truth in a world where feelings outweigh facts? In this episode, we explore the rise of "post-truth" culture, its impact on dialogue and belief, and why Christianity remains both true and good. Join...

<p>Can the Five Pillars ever replace the grace of the Gospel? In this episode, we examine the theological divide between Islam and Christianity, the challenges of conversion, and why many in the West find Islam...

<p>What shaped Islam into the global force it is today? In this episode, we explore the spread of Islam in the West, the life and claims of Muhammad, and the origins of the Quran. Discover why the Islamic worldview...

<p>Who is Jesus—really? In this episode, we explore how cultural narratives distort or dilute the truth about Christ, contrast these views with Scripture, and confront the challenge of embracing His full Lordship...

<p>Why is evil being rebranded as good in today’s entertainment? In this episode, we trace the rise of occult themes from early horror to modern storytelling, examine the cultural inversion that glorifies darkness, and...

<p>What does true Biblical masculinity look like in a culture that’s redefining manhood? In this episode, we examine the impact of cultural feminism on the Church, confront the failures that have distorted male...

<p>What happens when the pursuit of self collides with the call to holiness? In this episode, we explore how modern individualism has reshaped the Church, which societal moods have fueled this movement, and what history...