Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Jase witnesses a fatal accident in a developing country, Uncle Si sneaks gospel lessons into secular events. Phil shares his thoughts on Si's personality. The discussion shifts to Jesus redefining salvation, and the power of redemption and sanctification.

ase goes back to the founding of “Unashamed” and how he explained the concept to an avidly anti-technology Phil. The guys examine the powerful and diverse founding of the first church at Antioch, where the word “Christian” was coined. Al lays out Paul’s pattern of starting new churches that he follows throughout the New Testament, and Zach uses the example of these early Christians to show how modern people can be confident in their sharing of the gospel.In this episode: Acts 10 & 11-- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missy has an ominous encounter with a hitchhiker holding a sign on the same day Jase witnesses something similar. Phil reveals his reaction to one of his favorite Bible verses the first time he ever read it. The guys discuss the trouble churches sometimes encounter when it comes to changes in services or leadership and how sometimes we bow to societal norms even when we know they’re not right with God.In this episode: Acts 10; Luke 7, verses 1-10; 2 Corinthians 1, verses 18-20; 2 Timothy 4, verse 2-- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil accepts payment in the form of local crustaceans for loaning out equipment, and Jase categorizes God’s lifting of dietary restrictions from his followers as a genius marketing strategy. The guys cover the watershed moments when Peter and Paul realize God's plan for including Gentiles in his kingdom, as well as the meaning of the dietary restrictions the Jews observed and the meaning of their abolishment.In this episode: Acts 10, Ephesians 2, verse 14; Colossians 1, verses 12-27; Colossians 2, verses 8-12; Romans 9-- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase witnesses a confrontation while at a stoplight between a transient man and fast-food employees and can’t wait to see how the drama unfolds. Phil is intrigued by Paul’s use of the word “mystery” multiple times in the same letter to Ephesus. The guys discuss the symbolic significance of circumcision and why it’s no longer a requirement for being part of God’s kingdom. Al points out Peter’s association with the number three throughout the New Testament.In this episode: Acts 10, 11; Ephesians 3, verses 1-6, 11-12; Ephesians 5, verse 5; Ephesians 6, verse 19 -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Robertsons find comfort in their faith and each other as Al shares the news of his wife Lisa’s breast cancer diagnosis. Zach points out that it’s natural to grieve, though as Christians, we grieve with a sense of peace and hope because of our faith. Al points out some interesting historical facts that tie Peter’s presence in a town called Joppa back to important events from the Old Testament. The guys study the only resurrection performed by Peter and guess his motivation for doing so.In this episode: Acts 9, verses 36-43; 1 Kings 11-- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil awakes with a thought that sets his brain on fire, and Jase accidentally reveals the biggest struggle he faces with Missy every single day. Zach is still scarred by the antics of his Robertson cousins as kids, but this time the torment was psychological. Al guesses that Paul had to reexamine every single Scripture he knew through the lens of Jesus after his conversion. The guys discuss the culture clash between Jews and Gentiles in the ancient world and the difficulties that Paul had in rectifying and uniting the two peoples under God. In this episode: Acts 9; Acts 26; Ephesians 3, verse 6-- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christian Huff discusses helping young men focus on spiritual and physical health. Topics include Saul's transition into Paul, balancing physical and spiritual disciplines, and the importance of protecting loved ones.

Phil never reads the comments, but he’s got a hilarious response to why he never feels the negativity. Zach taunted Willie years ago, but it came back to bite him — hard! Jase is afraid he might have eaten a record-holding fish, and it turns out Phil has something big in common with Paul. The guys debate the motivations for Paul to give up his powerful position among the Pharisees and his focus on his own guilt and the grace of God.In this episode: Acts 9; Ephesians 4, verses 1-10; Galatians 1, verses 8-24; Galatians 2, verses 19-20— Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil is touched by the bravery of African missionaries but amused by the ill-advised trip his son took to visit them. Jase recalls how his daughter, Karina, joined his family, and the guys delve into the conversion of Saul, a persecutor of Christians, into Paul the apostle. Al and Jase point back to two other stories in the Old Testament where the Israelites were righteously called to oppose idolatry. The guys agree that sincerity in the Holy Spirit is what draws people to Christ more than educated words.In this episode: Acts 9; John 14, verse 6; Ezekiel 1, verses 26-28; Philippians 3, verses 3-9; Revelation 1, verses 12-17; Numbers 25, verses 1-13; 1 Kings 18, verse 4— Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices