Jude 3 Project

In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with author, poet, and speaker Blair Linne to talk about her new book Made to Tremble: How Anxiety Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to My Faith. Blair shares her powerful journey through years of anxiety and panic attacks, how God met her in her struggles, and why community, scripture, and surrendering control are essential in the fight against fear. If you’ve ever wrestled with anxiety, faith, or the weight of life’s challenges, this conversation will encourage and equip you to lean on God’s strength in seasons of weakness. Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

Join Lisa Fields as she sits down with pastor and author John Thompson to unpack his new book Deliverance: A Journey Toward the Unexpected. They dive into spiritual warfare, misconceptions about the demonic, how to discern between mental health and spiritual issues, and why understanding deliverance matters for the church today. Whether you’ve wrestled with fear, questions about the supernatural, or simply want a deeper biblical perspective, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

Lisa Fields welcomes Dr. Carmen Imes back to the podcast for an honest conversation about her new book Becoming God’s Family. Together they dive into why the church still matters, the challenges of community, navigating church hurt, politics, AI and technology, and what it truly means to become the family of God. This is a must-watch for anyone rethinking church, community, and discipleship in our modern culture. Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

Lisa Fields welcomes author and Bible teacher Jada Edwards for a deep dive into her book A New Way to Love Your Neighbor. From family dynamics to church relationships, Jada shares practical wisdom on overcoming pride, healing from the past, and embracing the kind of love that transforms both us and those around us. They discuss what real, Christlike love looks like in a world shaped by division, social media soundbites, and personal wounds.  Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

From Buddhist roots to bold faith in Jesus, Dr. Susan Lim—former Buddhist, historian, and author of Light of the Word— joins Lisa Fields to share her incredible story of encountering God, wrestling with doubt, and discovering the Bible’s trustworthiness. Together, they explore tough topics, including violence in Scripture, women’s roles, and the misuse of God’s Word, while revealing how history, personal experience, and the Spirit work together to strengthen faith.  Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

How do we heal when the trauma keeps coming? In this deep and honest conversation, therapist and author Sheila Wise Rowe returns to the Jude 3 Project podcast to explore healing racial trauma in a post-2020 world. They discuss the emotional weight of ongoing injustice, the need for safe-enough spaces, the tension between forgiveness and justice, and how we can build true community amid crisis. They further unpack how to hold on to hope, build real community, and discern your unique call in a world overwhelmed by crisis.  Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

Hakeem Bradley, a Bible scholar and PhD candidate focused on the Book of James, joins the discussion to unravel the tension between James' call for faith and works and Paul's doctrine of justification by faith. They explore how context and audience shape theological views, emphasizing that true faith manifests in action. The conversation also touches on the power of speech, the challenges of partiality within faith communities, and the importance of community and vulnerability in genuine religious expression. It's a thought-provoking dialogue on aligning beliefs with actions.

In this eye-opening conversation, Old Testament scholar Dr. Paul Wegner joins Lisa Fields to tackle some of the most common questions—and misconceptions—about how the Bible came to be. They unpack tough questions about authorship, translation, scribes, contradictions, and the role of prophecy—plus, how Jesus viewed the Old Testament. Whether you're a Bible nerd or a curious skeptic, this episode is packed with insight! 🕊️ Topics include: How Old Testament books were chosen and preserved Scribes, accuracy, and the preservation of Scripture Was Isaiah written by multiple authors? The formation of the King James Bible Why no original manuscripts (autographs) isn't a dealbreaker How Jesus critiqued scribes but affirmed the Scriptures Don’t miss this rich conversation full of history, theology, and practical insight! Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/

In this enlightening conversation, Emanuel “Da’ T.R.U.T.H.” Lambert, a Christian hip-hop artist and apologist, shares his insights on the emotional turmoil of friends leaving Christianity. He candidly addresses the complexities of doubt and spiritual burnout, emphasizing the need for a resilient faith grounded in heart and intellect. The discussion also explores the vital link between hip-hop and theology, highlighting its role in making faith more accessible. Listeners are encouraged to embrace doubt as a path to deeper understanding.

Renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Craig Keener joins Lisa Fields for an in-depth exploration of the Book of Revelation. From breaking down common fears around the "mark of the beast" to examining the symbolism of the 144,000 and the hope embedded in John's apocalyptic vision, this conversation re-frames Revelation not as a horror story, but as a message of comfort and promise for the faithful. Whether you’ve always been confused or even afraid of Revelation, Dr. Keener offers clarity, context, and encouragement—reminding us that at its core, Revelation is a book of hope for those who endure.  Subscribe for more conversations that help you know what you believe and why you believe it. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/