What do Dorito dust nuggets, knuckle cracking, and kids throwing up at school all have in common? In this latest episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are talking about the weird things we’re thankful for! You’ll hear some of our stories of gratitude, as well as plenty of listener comments. This is the actual kick-start to your month of gratitude that is sure to make you use that praise hands emoji!MENTIONS Bible Passages Mentioned: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Doritos Dust Nugget? Learn more here | Get your own on eBay   Pick Your Own Sunrise: Get Erin’s Hatch Alarm Clock  Unanswered Prayer: Get the Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer Nature Corner: Learn more about Groundhogs Tell me more about Medieval Christianity: Get Dr. Grace Hamman’s book here BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian here!THE FAITH ADJACENT MERCH SHOPWe just launched our time-sensitive Merch Shop! You can get things like an embroidered “Josh Lives Here” sweatshirt and an “I Survived” sticker pack! Shop here until November 1. THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re doing something a little different, as unprecedented times call for unprecedented podcasts. This episode is in response to the many listeners who have asked for help in better understanding the history and context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as she explores listener questions and deep-dives the history of the region through a religious lens to provide context for what you’re hearing on the news and seeing in your feeds. We understand that we bring a bias to this conversation, so we enlisted the help of several sensitivity listeners of various backgrounds to educate and enlighten about our own blindspots and biases. We’re so thankful for their help in shaping this episode. Be sure to check out the resources below to further your own research. MENTIONS How to help: Check out World Central Kitchen  Relevant Past Episodes: SWDGISS: The Temples | Season 9, Episode 4: Constantine | SWDGISS: Paul’s Letters with NT Wright | SWDGISS: How We Read the Bible  Helpful Podcast Episodes: The Balfour Declaration, Explained | The British White Paper on Palestine, Explained | Evangelicals Who Support Israel in Relation to End Times Prophecies | Why Evangelicals Support Israel | Gaza Population and Size Comparisons British Muslim Leaders Condemn Hamas Attack | Islamic Fatwa Against Hamas Organizations working towards peace and mutual understanding in the Middle East: Churches for Middle East Peace | The Telos Group | Telos Principles & Practices of Peacemaking  Helpful Modern Perspectives and Educators: Ezra Klein: Israel is Giving Hamas What It Wants | The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan | Deep Dive into Idealogical and Religious Extremism of Hamas | YouTube Playlist by Seminarian and Jerusalemite Melissa | Mo News | Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg | Undaunted: Rami Elhanan and Bassam Aramin: Unlikely Brothers Demographics, Statistics, and Information: 7 Key Findings About Religion and Politics in Israel | Modest Warming in US Views on Israel and Palestinians | Younger evangelicals walking away from Israeli support | Understanding the importance of teaching about the Holocaust | The American role in the Holocaust | Quick facts about Al Nakba Historical Perspectives: Reasons for Arab Rejection of Zionism | Wiser World Podcast - Palestinian-Israeli Conflict 101 | A Timeline of Israel and Palestine’s Complicated History | The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict - Origins Course (Free) | Israeli Views of the Land of Israel/Palestine Religious Sites: What makes Temple Mount so special? | The Temple Mount, Explained | The Politics of Prayer at Temple Mount Learn more about Palestinian Christians: Gaza’s Palestinian Christians The Hamas Attack in Israel: Why did Hamas invade Israel? | Understanding Hamas’s Genocidal Ideology | Origins of Hamas Is it a racial slur to describe someone as a Jew? Read this article  THE FAITH ADJACENT SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT MERCH SHOPWe just launched our time-sensitive Merch Shop! You can get things like an embroidered “Josh Lives Here” sweatshirt and an “I Survived” sticker pack! Shop here until November 1. THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this VERY special SWDGISS episode, we’re talking about Paul’s Letters with actual Pauline scholar N.T. Wright! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan in celebrating the release of Bishop Tom Wright’s nearest book, Into the Heart of Romans, by having the expert answer all our questions about Paul. You’ll hear about elevating Paul over Jesus, what Paul would write to the Church in the United States, and so much more. Was Paul hot, and did we convince Bishop Wright to watch the Barbie movie? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS I need this new book! Purchase Into the Heart of Romans here  N.T. Wright’s Casting Choices for Paul: David Suchet | Jeremy Irons Here are some of our favorite resources from NT Wright: The New Testament in its World | Surprised by Hope | Paul: A Biography | Simply Jesus   Where can I get more N.T. Wright? View his courses here. Was everyone okay after recording this episode? See for yourself.  Medieval Christianity Deep-Dive: Join us for our October Fellowship Hall with Grace Hamman | Pre-Order Jesus Through Medieval Eyes BONUS CONTENTCan’t get enough? We have three additional questions from N.T. Wright over on Patreon! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to this bonus content and over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian here!THE FAITH ADJACENT MERCH SHOPWe just launched our time-sensitive Merch Shop! You can get things like an embroidered “Josh Lives Here” sweatshirt and an “I Survived” sticker pack! Shop here until November 1. THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts answer questions about altar calls at funerals, fallen angels, and the most intense moments in the Bible. They discuss the relevance of Revelation and share their thoughts on Hell. The episode also explores topics like diversity in places of worship, the importance of diversity in church congregations, and navigating challenging conversations about faith and religious systems.

Dr. Brandon Hawk, author of Apocrypha for Beginners, joins the hosts to explore the world of biblical apocrypha. They discuss the historical significance of these texts, their inclusion in Christian tradition, and their role in Jewish identity. The conversation also touches on challenging evangelical ideas, accessing and translating apocryphal texts, and favorite stories from the apocrypha, including one about Jesus taming a dragon. With intriguing insights and recommendations, this episode sheds light on the fascinating world of the apocrypha.

Taraji P. Henson, Nick Nolte, Derek Hough, Julianne Hough, Tyler James Williams, Jennifer Lawrence, and Henry Ian Cusick are casting mentions in this episode focusing on Ruth and Boaz. The hosts discuss elements of the story such as the role of Naomi, the casting of characters, the kindness and protection shown by Boaz, the metaphor behind "uncover his legs," and Moabite history and marriage laws. They also explore the potential sexual implications of Ruth uncovering Boaz's feet and analyze Naomi's manipulations and the relationship between Ruth and Boaz.

Join the hosts as they discuss Martin Luther's poop fascination, the Munster Rebellion and the 30 Years War, the impact of guns and colonialism during the Reformation, challenges of church splitting, Martin Luther's controversial views, and the influential women in the Reformation.

We invite you to step into our office (in a not-weird way) as we discuss your questions about being a person of faith in the world. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Knox and Jamie, as we answer questions about yucky people in ministry, finding a quality therapist, what each member of the Trinity should binge, and so much more! MENTIONS Where can I get that really pretty prayer resource? Check out the Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer  Wait, flour is the problem with raw cookie dough? Find out more here How can I find an affirming church? Use this resource What was that Eugene Peterson book? Read Eat This Book Breath Prayer Guide: Follow Osheta Moore on Instagram I need to find a new church: Check out our resource on Finding a New Faith Community on Patreon Trinitarian Binges: The Bear | Parks and Rec | The Last of Us | Jury Duty  BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What can hot dog fingers, bagels, and googly eyes tell us about our faith? Listen along to this Sacred Cinema episode as Knox, Jamie, and Erin deep-dive Everything Everywhere All at Once. You’ll hear about scenes we would like to see recreated as Precious Moments figures, quotes a youth pastor could use as a sermon series, and so much more! Warning: There’s a ton of butt plug talk in this episode, but you knew that already.MENTIONS Everything Everywhere All at Once: Watch on Showtime | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes All the Acceptance Speeches: Michelle Yeoh| Jamie Lee Curtis | Ke Huy Quan | Best Picture | Best Directing | Best Film Editing  Tell me more about the martial artists: Get the deep dive here Bonus Features: Bloopers and Gag Reel from Everything Everywhere All at Once Help me understand: Read this article from the LA Times  Medical Corner: What is Tennis Elbow? Mickey Mouse, Taylor Swift, and Faith? Listen at The Faith Adjacent Seminary Didn’t you release a prayer resource recently? Check out the Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer  FAITH ADJACENT SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentGet Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts discuss 'Woven: Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn't Have to Heal From', a book written by one of the hosts. They share a strange encounter with a medium and explore the anxieties surrounding family faith practices. They provide tips for managing expectations for a screen-free family Sabbath and offer advice on helping kids find joy and authenticity in prayer. They also discuss various faith practices to share with kids, including nature hikes, sharing meals, acts of generosity, and doing less.