Theocology Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:57:22 -0500 https://thriveon.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Theocology yes f4216270-8cc6-5a4a-862a-423bf8b796a0 John episodic false Theocology is the podcast that discusses why theology matters during your college years - actually always.  Dr. John Roth, an instructor at Florida Gulf Coast University, hosts a number of students who discuss matters of faith and life each week during the academic year. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) John https://storage.buzzsprout.com/kfrp05elnrxib9anubwpn10ykkpk?.jpg Theocology Chapter 4 Genesis - Men's bible Study Sessions Chapter 4 Genesis - Men's bible Study Sessions Prepare yourself for a raw, unfiltered, in the moment takes of Genesis with Thrive FGCU's Men's bible study! During this season Theocology will join alongside Aiden, Dale, David, Kyle, Jackson, and Jaden as we explore and discuss the rich theology of the book of Genesis. Unfortunately these episodes are recorded with simple equipment in the living room of a college dorm, although the quality is much lower than a typical episode of Theocology, we actually think that's part of what makes these sessions special. High volume listening is recommended! We pray that these recording can be a blessing to you as you join us in real time discussions and unrehearsed first takes of these incredible scriptures.

]]> Prepare yourself for a raw, unfiltered, in the moment takes of Genesis with Thrive FGCU's Men's bible study! During this season Theocology will join alongside Aiden, Dale, David, Kyle, Jackson, and Jaden as we explore and discuss the rich theology of the book of Genesis. Unfortunately these episodes are recorded with simple equipment in the living room of a college dorm, although the quality is much lower than a typical episode of Theocology, we actually think that's part of what makes these sessions special. High volume listening is recommended! We pray that these recording can be a blessing to you as you join us in real time discussions and unrehearsed first takes of these incredible scriptures.

]]> John Buzzsprout-18804928 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0500 1622 3 1 full false Pastor John Roth of Thrive Community Church Pastor John Roth of Thrive Community Church Welcome Students and Parents to a new season of Theocology! This is the first episode of a series of episodes aimed at providing information about the different Campus Ministries around FGCU! This episode features Pastor and Professor John Roth, and his life with Christ. 

]]> Welcome Students and Parents to a new season of Theocology! This is the first episode of a series of episodes aimed at providing information about the different Campus Ministries around FGCU! This episode features Pastor and Professor John Roth, and his life with Christ. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-17855200 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2761 2 1 full false Theocology's New Host: Kellen Hicks! Theocology's New Host: Kellen Hicks! Join us in this exciting episode where we sit down with our new podcast host Kellen Hicks! During this discussion we'll touch on his journey with faith, his pastoral internship with Thrive Community Church, and his vision for the future of theocology! 

]]> Join us in this exciting episode where we sit down with our new podcast host Kellen Hicks! During this discussion we'll touch on his journey with faith, his pastoral internship with Thrive Community Church, and his vision for the future of theocology! 

]]> John Buzzsprout-17453105 Sat, 05 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 3381 full false Summer Sessions Part 2 Summer Sessions Part 2 In this continuation of our conversation AJ, John, and David discuss a myriad of topics from church models, high school experiences, and where we see God leading Thrive during this Season. 

]]> In this continuation of our conversation AJ, John, and David discuss a myriad of topics from church models, high school experiences, and where we see God leading Thrive during this Season. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-17348173 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0400 2872 full false Summer Sessions Part 1 Summer Sessions Part 1 In part one of session session Aj, John, and David discussion internships, summer orientation outreaches, and exciting events coming up for the Fall! 


]]> In part one of session session Aj, John, and David discussion internships, summer orientation outreaches, and exciting events coming up for the Fall! 


]]> John Buzzsprout-17273925 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2792 full false Owning Your Faith: Walking with God When No One’s Watching Owning Your Faith: Walking with God When No One’s Watching College is often the first time many of us are truly on our own—and that includes our faith. In this episode, we explore what it means to move from a secondhand belief system to a personal, authentic relationship with God. We’ll talk about letting go of borrowed convictions, wrestling with doubts, and building a faith that can stand the test of independence, peer pressure, and life’s big questions. Whether you’re struggling, seeking, or just starting fresh—this conversation is for you.

]]> College is often the first time many of us are truly on our own—and that includes our faith. In this episode, we explore what it means to move from a secondhand belief system to a personal, authentic relationship with God. We’ll talk about letting go of borrowed convictions, wrestling with doubts, and building a faith that can stand the test of independence, peer pressure, and life’s big questions. Whether you’re struggling, seeking, or just starting fresh—this conversation is for you.

]]> John Buzzsprout-16989520 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2548 3 10 full false Parties, Peer Pressure, & Purpose: How to Celebrate Without Compromise Parties, Peer Pressure, & Purpose: How to Celebrate Without Compromise Episode Description:

College parties are everywhere — but what does it look like to enjoy social life while honoring God? In this episode, we dive into the tension between fun and faith, exploring how Christians can navigate the party scene with wisdom and conviction. We’ll talk about the Bible’s view of celebration, setting boundaries, handling peer pressure, and finding joy without regret. Whether you’re curious about what’s okay, feeling the pull of the crowd, or just want to party with purpose, this conversation is for you!

]]> Episode Description:

College parties are everywhere — but what does it look like to enjoy social life while honoring God? In this episode, we dive into the tension between fun and faith, exploring how Christians can navigate the party scene with wisdom and conviction. We’ll talk about the Bible’s view of celebration, setting boundaries, handling peer pressure, and finding joy without regret. Whether you’re curious about what’s okay, feeling the pull of the crowd, or just want to party with purpose, this conversation is for you!

]]> John Buzzsprout-16942518 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0400 2548 3 9 full false The importance Christian Community The importance Christian Community Join David, Aiden, and Erin as they discuss the importance of being in Christian community

]]> Join David, Aiden, and Erin as they discuss the importance of being in Christian community

]]> John Buzzsprout-16893478 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1953 3 8 full false A God like No Other - Kaufmann's analysis of Judaeo Monotheism A God like No Other - Kaufmann's analysis of Judaeo Monotheism Join David and Michael as they dive into Yehezkel Kaufmann’s groundbreaking theory on the God of the Bible—what sets Him apart from all other deities throughout history? Discover how Kaufmann’s insights shed light on the distinctiveness of biblical monotheism and its profound impact on faith and culture. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion on theology, history, and the uniqueness of the one true God! Join David and Micheal as they explore Yehezkel Kaufmann's theory of the God of the Bible and what separates this God from all others throughout time and history! 

]]> Join David and Michael as they dive into Yehezkel Kaufmann’s groundbreaking theory on the God of the Bible—what sets Him apart from all other deities throughout history? Discover how Kaufmann’s insights shed light on the distinctiveness of biblical monotheism and its profound impact on faith and culture. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion on theology, history, and the uniqueness of the one true God! Join David and Micheal as they explore Yehezkel Kaufmann's theory of the God of the Bible and what separates this God from all others throughout time and history! 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16731373 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0500 2567 full false Disappointment - Grappling with God's sovereignty amidst tragedies and failures Disappointment - Grappling with God's sovereignty amidst tragedies and failures Join David, Jaden, Erin, and Aiden as we dive into the reality of disappointments and setbacks in life. How do we navigate struggles when things don’t go as planned? And how can we learn to trust God through it all? Tune in as we share personal insights, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement for staying grounded in faith during life’s challenge

]]> Join David, Jaden, Erin, and Aiden as we dive into the reality of disappointments and setbacks in life. How do we navigate struggles when things don’t go as planned? And how can we learn to trust God through it all? Tune in as we share personal insights, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement for staying grounded in faith during life’s challenge

]]> John Buzzsprout-16637714 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2250 full false Competing Identities - Who am I in Christ? Competing Identities - Who am I in Christ?  Join David, Aiden, and Erin as we discuss the challenges of finding our identity in Christ, in a world full of other things to place our identity in! 

]]>  Join David, Aiden, and Erin as we discuss the challenges of finding our identity in Christ, in a world full of other things to place our identity in! 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16594956 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2240 3 4 full false First Things First: Prioritizing Time with God in a Busy College Life First Things First: Prioritizing Time with God in a Busy College Life Between classes, work, social lives, and the endless to-do lists, making time for God ca feel impossible. in this episode of Theology we dive into the challenges of maintaining a strong spiritual life as a busy college student! how can we create space for prayers, scripture , and worship without feeling overwhelmed?

]]> Between classes, work, social lives, and the endless to-do lists, making time for God ca feel impossible. in this episode of Theology we dive into the challenges of maintaining a strong spiritual life as a busy college student! how can we create space for prayers, scripture , and worship without feeling overwhelmed?

]]> John Buzzsprout-16553178 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2198 full false When Plans Crumble - Trusting God in Life’s Unexpected Turns When Plans Crumble - Trusting God in Life’s Unexpected Turns Join David and Aiden as we discuss how poorly human beings can be at predicting the future, and how trusting in the Lord's wisdom and faithfulness is the only sure path to peace and hope in Life! 

]]> Join David and Aiden as we discuss how poorly human beings can be at predicting the future, and how trusting in the Lord's wisdom and faithfulness is the only sure path to peace and hope in Life! 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16472383 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2198 3 2 full false Faith Journeys: College Ministries, Growing Up in Church, and More with David Grigg Faith Journeys: College Ministries, Growing Up in Church, and More with David Grigg Join us this week as pastor John talks with Thrives new campus pastor, David Grigg about college ministries, faith, and growing up in the church!

]]> Join us this week as pastor John talks with Thrives new campus pastor, David Grigg about college ministries, faith, and growing up in the church!

]]> Buzzsprout-16390403 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500 2285 3 1 full false Messy Spirituality Messy Spirituality JR, Grace and Pastor John discuss "messy spirituality" because that's the only kind there is. This is both challenging and comforting for us all. God doesn't abandon us because we are messy, but is fully committed to us in Christ. 

]]> JR, Grace and Pastor John discuss "messy spirituality" because that's the only kind there is. This is both challenging and comforting for us all. God doesn't abandon us because we are messy, but is fully committed to us in Christ. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16250405 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0500 2181 2 10 full false Delightful! Delightful! JR Cintron and Pastor John discuss the story of Zacchaeus in the Gospel of Luke as a story of God's delight in befriending us and how we don't change people through contempt but showing our delight to be with them first.  

]]> JR Cintron and Pastor John discuss the story of Zacchaeus in the Gospel of Luke as a story of God's delight in befriending us and how we don't change people through contempt but showing our delight to be with them first.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-16209868 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2365 2 9 full false Love, Leadership and Relationships Love, Leadership and Relationships JR and Pastor John discuss Jesus actions of washing the feet of his disciples and displaying leadership through service and a profound act of love.  The four different Greek words for love come up along with how leadership often is seen differently in this world. 

]]> JR and Pastor John discuss Jesus actions of washing the feet of his disciples and displaying leadership through service and a profound act of love.  The four different Greek words for love come up along with how leadership often is seen differently in this world. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16178015 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 2230 2 8 full false Don't Freak Out - Be Calm Don't Freak Out - Be Calm JR, Grace, Aiden, Jaden and Pastor John discuss the emotion of calmness, being self-regulated, seeing a bigger picture, rather than freaking out over anxious situations just prior to the presidential election, a time of deep anxieties in our culture.  They discuss how Jesus showed calmness in the storm and even calmed the storm, and how we can trust him because he's in the boat with us.  The story they reference is found in Mark's Gospel, chapter 4.

]]> JR, Grace, Aiden, Jaden and Pastor John discuss the emotion of calmness, being self-regulated, seeing a bigger picture, rather than freaking out over anxious situations just prior to the presidential election, a time of deep anxieties in our culture.  They discuss how Jesus showed calmness in the storm and even calmed the storm, and how we can trust him because he's in the boat with us.  The story they reference is found in Mark's Gospel, chapter 4.

]]> John Buzzsprout-16085844 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1943 2 7 full false The Loneliness Epidemic and Cure The Loneliness Epidemic and Cure Grace, Aiden, PJ, Jaden and JR discuss loneliness and how common it is in our society, but also how Jesus understands it because he experienced it himself. 

]]> Grace, Aiden, PJ, Jaden and JR discuss loneliness and how common it is in our society, but also how Jesus understands it because he experienced it himself. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-16035923 Sat, 02 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0400 3058 2 6 full false Hurricanes! Yikes! Hurricanes! Yikes! JR, Aiden, Jaden and Pastor John discuss the recent two hurricanes Florida experienced and what we've learned through them. 

]]> JR, Aiden, Jaden and Pastor John discuss the recent two hurricanes Florida experienced and what we've learned through them. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15977214 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2249 2 5 full false Be Emotional! Be Emotional! Vickie, AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss compassion and how emotions play a significant role in connecting us to one another and how Jesus was emotional. In this episode they discuss Jesus' compassion as that emotion is highlighted 15 times in his parables and in encounters with people. 

]]> Vickie, AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss compassion and how emotions play a significant role in connecting us to one another and how Jesus was emotional. In this episode they discuss Jesus' compassion as that emotion is highlighted 15 times in his parables and in encounters with people. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15806331 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 2968 2 4 full false Living only for Now? Living only for Now? JR, Grace, Jaden and PJ discuss Ecclesiastes' message of life "under the sun," that is, a secular viewpoint of just now. Secularism has been called "now-ism" with no sense of anything outside of what one has right at the present moment.  This produces much of the pressure and tension of modern life while those who believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ know that He is their future and it is the real real they live into. 

]]> JR, Grace, Jaden and PJ discuss Ecclesiastes' message of life "under the sun," that is, a secular viewpoint of just now. Secularism has been called "now-ism" with no sense of anything outside of what one has right at the present moment.  This produces much of the pressure and tension of modern life while those who believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ know that He is their future and it is the real real they live into. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15766923 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 2534 2 3 full false The Least are Sometimes the Least Expected and the Most Receptive The Least are Sometimes the Least Expected and the Most Receptive AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss AJ's experience over the summer in Mt. Rainier National Park and how AJ shared the Gospel and those who were most receptive were not those whom AJ expected. 

]]> AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss AJ's experience over the summer in Mt. Rainier National Park and how AJ shared the Gospel and those who were most receptive were not those whom AJ expected. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15726762 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 3021 2 2 full false Hard Times are Good Times for God Hard Times are Good Times for God Jaden, JR, Grace, Aiden and PJ discuss their summer experiences and how God works through the tough times in our lives to draw us into deeper character and trust.  

]]> Jaden, JR, Grace, Aiden and PJ discuss their summer experiences and how God works through the tough times in our lives to draw us into deeper character and trust.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-15686548 Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2754 2 1 full false Left Behind? Left Behind? Erick and Pastor John discuss how misguided the obsession with trying to figure out the date for the 2nd coming of Christ is, how anti-creation some rapture talk is, and the great hope we have of a new heaven and earth that Jesus will usher in.  Jesus is our future.  

]]> Erick and Pastor John discuss how misguided the obsession with trying to figure out the date for the 2nd coming of Christ is, how anti-creation some rapture talk is, and the great hope we have of a new heaven and earth that Jesus will usher in.  Jesus is our future.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-15317118 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2474 1 19 full false Misquoted? Misquoted? Katrina, Erik and Pastor John discuss different Bible passages that get misused or misapplied and how to learn to place passages into context and do a better job of interpreting them.

]]> Katrina, Erik and Pastor John discuss different Bible passages that get misused or misapplied and how to learn to place passages into context and do a better job of interpreting them.

]]> John Buzzsprout-15250236 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1684 1 18 full false God is Alive in College God is Alive in College Katrina and Pastor John talk about the common misconception that students lose their faith and morals in college, but often the opposite happens.  In fact, the data shows those with higher levels of education have a higher tendency to be religious and have faith.  Katrina shares how she has grown in her faith at FGCU and she gives advice on how other students can as well. 

]]> Katrina and Pastor John talk about the common misconception that students lose their faith and morals in college, but often the opposite happens.  In fact, the data shows those with higher levels of education have a higher tendency to be religious and have faith.  Katrina shares how she has grown in her faith at FGCU and she gives advice on how other students can as well. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15224184 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1236 1 17 full false Judge Not? Judge Not? Katrina and PJ discuss one of the most often misquoted Bible passages, Matthew 7:1, where Jesus says "Judge not, lest you be judged." Many take it as a call to never make a judgment.  From its context, though, we see it's more about hypocrisy and making good judgments after first doing some deep self-reflection. 

]]> Katrina and PJ discuss one of the most often misquoted Bible passages, Matthew 7:1, where Jesus says "Judge not, lest you be judged." Many take it as a call to never make a judgment.  From its context, though, we see it's more about hypocrisy and making good judgments after first doing some deep self-reflection. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-15165837 Thu, 30 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2025 1 16 full false Grow Much? Grow Much? AJ, Jaden, Aiden, Erin, Richard and Pastor John discuss how they have grown over the past academic year, inside and outside of the classroom and also discuss summer plans.  

]]> AJ, Jaden, Aiden, Erin, Richard and Pastor John discuss how they have grown over the past academic year, inside and outside of the classroom and also discuss summer plans.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-15060043 Mon, 13 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2921 1 15 full false Ways of the World Ways of the World Dominic joins AJ, PJ, Aiden and Jaden to discuss what it means to "love not the world" and how one can so easily get caught up with the trends and ways of the world.  They look at some quotes from Eugene Peterson's book The Jesus Way as well as discuss the normalizing of so many vices in society. 

]]> Dominic joins AJ, PJ, Aiden and Jaden to discuss what it means to "love not the world" and how one can so easily get caught up with the trends and ways of the world.  They look at some quotes from Eugene Peterson's book The Jesus Way as well as discuss the normalizing of so many vices in society. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14982441 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400 3608 1 14 full false Money Lies Money Lies
In this episode Richard Butt joins AJ, PJ, Jaden, Aiden and Erin in discussing what Jesus teaches us (warns us) about money and possessions. Listen in on this discussion of greed and generosity. 

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In this episode Richard Butt joins AJ, PJ, Jaden, Aiden and Erin in discussing what Jesus teaches us (warns us) about money and possessions. Listen in on this discussion of greed and generosity. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14939707 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 3265 1 13 full false The Lie of Isolation The Lie of Isolation AJ, PJ, Jaden and Erin discuss how "doing your own thing" can often be living a lie that will bring disintegration rather than growth and other ways we believe and live out lies in our lives.

]]> AJ, PJ, Jaden and Erin discuss how "doing your own thing" can often be living a lie that will bring disintegration rather than growth and other ways we believe and live out lies in our lives.

]]> John Buzzsprout-14895428 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2285 1 12 full false Lies We Live Lies We Live In this episode PJ discusses how lies are often what we end up living without realizing it,  harming ourselves and others.  AJ, Jaden, Grant and Aiden share some of the lies they have believed in their past and how they have come to the reality of God's grace.  

]]> In this episode PJ discusses how lies are often what we end up living without realizing it,  harming ourselves and others.  AJ, Jaden, Grant and Aiden share some of the lies they have believed in their past and how they have come to the reality of God's grace.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-14852271 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:00:00 -0400 2386 1 11 full false Can't God just forgive? Why did Jesus have to die? Can't God just forgive? Why did Jesus have to die? In this episode PJ brings up a question he heard from a student in his world religions class about Christianity.  This question basically was, "Why do Christians believe God had to punish His son for the sins of others in order to forgive? If God is forgiving, why doesn't he just do it?"  Aiden, Erin, PJ, Jaden, Grant and AJ discuss what forgiveness is all about and why Jesus did die. 

]]> In this episode PJ brings up a question he heard from a student in his world religions class about Christianity.  This question basically was, "Why do Christians believe God had to punish His son for the sins of others in order to forgive? If God is forgiving, why doesn't he just do it?"  Aiden, Erin, PJ, Jaden, Grant and AJ discuss what forgiveness is all about and why Jesus did die. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14806013 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2612 1 10 full false Cults and Concerns - How Bad Theology Can Mess You Up Cults and Concerns - How Bad Theology Can Mess You Up Erin joins AJ, Jaden, Aiden and PJ for a discussion on how bad theology can mess people's lives up and how to discern when you might be succumbing to it.  

]]> Erin joins AJ, Jaden, Aiden and PJ for a discussion on how bad theology can mess people's lives up and how to discern when you might be succumbing to it.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-14765546 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2715 1 9 full false Why Matter Matters Why Matter Matters Some American Christians display a despair over this world, an escapist theology where they are waiting to "leave" this world behind for "heaven." When the Bible speaks of the goodness of creation and how God will renew this creation, bringing heaven and earth together.  Jaden, Aiden, AJ and Pastor John discuss the hope we can have rather than the despair over the state of the world. 

]]> Some American Christians display a despair over this world, an escapist theology where they are waiting to "leave" this world behind for "heaven." When the Bible speaks of the goodness of creation and how God will renew this creation, bringing heaven and earth together.  Jaden, Aiden, AJ and Pastor John discuss the hope we can have rather than the despair over the state of the world. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14711808 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2887 1 8 full false How Low Can You Go? - Low Anthropology How Low Can You Go? - Low Anthropology AJ, Jaden and Pastor John discuss human nature and how having a "low anthropology" actually brings hope since we don't have to be what we are not and the Gospel comes through most fully.  

]]> AJ, Jaden and Pastor John discuss human nature and how having a "low anthropology" actually brings hope since we don't have to be what we are not and the Gospel comes through most fully.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-14613816 Sat, 02 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500 3051 1 7 full false Oh Lord, It's Hard to Be Humble Oh Lord, It's Hard to Be Humble AJ, PJ, Jaden and Aiden talk about humility, what it is, and what it is not, and how it fits in with both theology and life. Most people even when trying to be humble, aren't actually humble.  Humility may not be what you think it is.  

]]> AJ, PJ, Jaden and Aiden talk about humility, what it is, and what it is not, and how it fits in with both theology and life. Most people even when trying to be humble, aren't actually humble.  Humility may not be what you think it is.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-14585757 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 3281 1 6 full false Theology of the Cross 2 Theology of the Cross 2 Jaden, Aiden, AJ and PJ discuss implications of the theology of the cross, that what Jesus went through is typical of God's way to work in this world, not incidental.  The cross is not a formula but God's means in our lives. 

]]> Jaden, Aiden, AJ and PJ discuss implications of the theology of the cross, that what Jesus went through is typical of God's way to work in this world, not incidental.  The cross is not a formula but God's means in our lives. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14531338 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 2160 1 5 full false Theology of the Cross Theology of the Cross AJ, Jaden, Aiden and PJ discuss the difference between the theology of the cross and the theology of glory and why it matters. 

]]> AJ, Jaden, Aiden and PJ discuss the difference between the theology of the cross and the theology of glory and why it matters. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14491350 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500 2589 1 4 full false Theology 3 - Sewage Solutions Theology 3 - Sewage Solutions Jaden, AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss how a sewage utility in Ohio over the holidays did the unexpected and as a result thousands of customers came to them and shared their burdens via voicemail. This is an apt metaphor for what the Church is to be. 

]]> Jaden, AJ, Aiden and PJ discuss how a sewage utility in Ohio over the holidays did the unexpected and as a result thousands of customers came to them and shared their burdens via voicemail. This is an apt metaphor for what the Church is to be. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14434084 Sat, 03 Feb 2024 20:00:00 -0500 2526 1 3 full false Why Pray? Why Pray? Aiden, Jaden, AJ and Dr. John Roth discuss why people pray and what does prayer change. 

]]> Aiden, Jaden, AJ and Dr. John Roth discuss why people pray and what does prayer change. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14384146 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0500 2625 1 2 full false Why God Talk? Why God Talk? John, Jaden, Aiden and AJ discuss why theology matters and how what you believe about God impacts everything else in your life. This first episode of Theocology sets the stage for many more in 2024

]]> John, Jaden, Aiden and AJ discuss why theology matters and how what you believe about God impacts everything else in your life. This first episode of Theocology sets the stage for many more in 2024

]]> John Buzzsprout-14343985 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2514 1 1 full false New for 2024 New for 2024 Jaden, Aiden and PJ discuss the new year and what's changing about our podcast - new name with a more deliberate focus. 

]]> Jaden, Aiden and PJ discuss the new year and what's changing about our podcast - new name with a more deliberate focus. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14312337 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2067 2 13 full false Grow, Baby, Grow! Grow, Baby, Grow! AJ, Jaden and PJ discuss how they've grown this semester and how God causes growth in people's lives - what aids in growth and what inhibits it. 

]]> AJ, Jaden and PJ discuss how they've grown this semester and how God causes growth in people's lives - what aids in growth and what inhibits it. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14138005 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:00:00 -0500 2630 2 12 full false The Gospel Truth The Gospel Truth JR, Grace, AJ, Jaden and PJ discuss Law and Gospel again and how the Gospel is what a follower of Jesus needs to be empowered and to live. 

]]> JR, Grace, AJ, Jaden and PJ discuss Law and Gospel again and how the Gospel is what a follower of Jesus needs to be empowered and to live. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14125415 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3190 2 11 full false What's LAW got to do with it? What's LAW got to do with it? AJ, PJ, JR, Jaden, Grace and Grant discuss how easily people fall into legalism and what God's law (Ten Commandments etc.) actually used for.   This contrasts to the Gospel, which will come up more in the next podcast. 

]]> AJ, PJ, JR, Jaden, Grace and Grant discuss how easily people fall into legalism and what God's law (Ten Commandments etc.) actually used for.   This contrasts to the Gospel, which will come up more in the next podcast. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14085788 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2498 2 10 full false Great Expectations and the Blues during the Holidays Great Expectations and the Blues during the Holidays AJ and PJ talk about depression, expectations and holidays - how these interact and also how family histories intertwine. 

]]> AJ and PJ talk about depression, expectations and holidays - how these interact and also how family histories intertwine. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14035669 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2658 2 9 full false More Conflict? More Conflict? AJ, PJ, JR, Jaden, Grant and Grace all discuss a second round on conflict, how to know when you're entering "the tar pits" of high conflict, how to resolve everyday conflict, and how we can help others. 

]]> AJ, PJ, JR, Jaden, Grant and Grace all discuss a second round on conflict, how to know when you're entering "the tar pits" of high conflict, how to resolve everyday conflict, and how we can help others. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-14003367 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3212 2 8 full false High Conflict 1 High Conflict 1 PJ, JR, Grace, Jaden, Grant, and AJ discuss how to recognize when someone is in high conflict and how to get out of the tar pits of conflict. This is the first part of a discussion on this topic taking some of its foundation from Amanda Ripley's book High Conflict. 

]]> PJ, JR, Grace, Jaden, Grant, and AJ discuss how to recognize when someone is in high conflict and how to get out of the tar pits of conflict. This is the first part of a discussion on this topic taking some of its foundation from Amanda Ripley's book High Conflict. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13962213 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2516 2 7 full false R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - When Shame is Good so we Honor Others R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - When Shame is Good so we Honor Others AJ, PJ, JR and Grant talk about when shame is a good thing, when we step over boundaries or do not appropriately honor others, and how being shameless can be a problem in our society.  We also see how giving respect and honor to others gives us a way to be in community. 

]]> AJ, PJ, JR and Grant talk about when shame is a good thing, when we step over boundaries or do not appropriately honor others, and how being shameless can be a problem in our society.  We also see how giving respect and honor to others gives us a way to be in community. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13921809 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0500 2551 2 6 full false Shame OFF You TOO! Shame OFF You TOO! JR, Jaden, PJ, AJ and Grant continue the discussion of shame and its effects on our lives, finding some good resources for overcoming shame. 

]]> JR, Jaden, PJ, AJ and Grant continue the discussion of shame and its effects on our lives, finding some good resources for overcoming shame. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13872629 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2924 2 5 full false Shame OFF You! Shame OFF You! PJ, Jaden, JR and AJ discuss shame, the fear of disconnection and feelings of worthlessness, and how it impacts students self-image, but more, their academics, anxiety, depression, loneliness and more.  They also discuss how to get shame off of us through community and connection. 

]]> PJ, Jaden, JR and AJ discuss shame, the fear of disconnection and feelings of worthlessness, and how it impacts students self-image, but more, their academics, anxiety, depression, loneliness and more.  They also discuss how to get shame off of us through community and connection. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13810344 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2759 2 4 full false Modern Manhood - Who are Your Mentors? Modern Manhood - Who are Your Mentors? Grant, Jaden and PJ finish their discussion on the crisis in masculinity and. how many younger men, college aged for example, have not had mentors in their lives and how important it is to have someone older, wiser to pour into you. 

]]> Grant, Jaden and PJ finish their discussion on the crisis in masculinity and. how many younger men, college aged for example, have not had mentors in their lives and how important it is to have someone older, wiser to pour into you. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13777795 Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:00:00 -0400 2111 2 3 full false Modern Manhood? Modern Manhood? Grant, Jaden and PJ discuss the masculinity crisis, where more young men are dropping out and the cultural angst there appears to be about what manhood means.  This is the first part of a longer discussion. 

]]> Grant, Jaden and PJ discuss the masculinity crisis, where more young men are dropping out and the cultural angst there appears to be about what manhood means.  This is the first part of a longer discussion. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13715668 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2273 2 2 full false One is the Loneliest Number - Loneliness in College and How to Overcome One is the Loneliest Number - Loneliness in College and How to Overcome Wings up is a podcast of ThriveFGCU, a campus ministry at FGCU, in which we want everyone to SOAR - See the reality they are in, Overcome some obstacles, Achieve greater things, and Reach down within themselves and Up to God who has made you and saved you.  In this episode we talk about the loneliness epidemic in our culture and how among young adults it's even higher than other ages.  We also discuss ways to connect and overcome feelings of isolation and loneliness. 

]]> Wings up is a podcast of ThriveFGCU, a campus ministry at FGCU, in which we want everyone to SOAR - See the reality they are in, Overcome some obstacles, Achieve greater things, and Reach down within themselves and Up to God who has made you and saved you.  In this episode we talk about the loneliness epidemic in our culture and how among young adults it's even higher than other ages.  We also discuss ways to connect and overcome feelings of isolation and loneliness. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-13699911 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2324 2 1 full false Schools out for SUMMER! Schools out for SUMMER! Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss how over the summer college students can keep growing in their faith rather than putting it on hold. They give five practical ways to accomplish it even in a busy work schedule. 

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss how over the summer college students can keep growing in their faith rather than putting it on hold. They give five practical ways to accomplish it even in a busy work schedule. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12770343 Tue, 02 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1837 1 16 full false The Final Countdown: Stress and the End of the Semester The Final Countdown: Stress and the End of the Semester Jaden and PJ discuss how the academic year has gone as students are in the last few days of class and look toward finals.  

]]> Jaden and PJ discuss how the academic year has gone as students are in the last few days of class and look toward finals.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12721528 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1669 1 15 full false Hope in a Hopeless World Hope in a Hopeless World Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss college students' sense of hope or hopelessness after pandemic, hurricane and the fracturing of our culture.  Where do you find hope? 

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss college students' sense of hope or hopelessness after pandemic, hurricane and the fracturing of our culture.  Where do you find hope? 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12682152 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1618 1 14 full false Adversity, our Teacher Adversity, our Teacher PJ and Jaden invite Luke as a guest to discuss the tough times we go through and how to learn from them, adversity and what it teaches, and the wisdom we get by enduring. 

]]> PJ and Jaden invite Luke as a guest to discuss the tough times we go through and how to learn from them, adversity and what it teaches, and the wisdom we get by enduring. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12632569 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2170 1 13 full false What's So Great About Easter? What's So Great About Easter? PJ, Matt and Jaden discuss how the view Holy Week and Easter and what ways they are celebrating it while the college calendar just keeps plugging along.  

]]> PJ, Matt and Jaden discuss how the view Holy Week and Easter and what ways they are celebrating it while the college calendar just keeps plugging along.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12593513 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1211 1 12 full false Family Matters Family Matters Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss how students come to college and see their family and home life a bit differently but then go back home for summers, so the three talked about what they appreciate about their families and how they learn to differentiate as well as connect.  

]]> Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss how students come to college and see their family and home life a bit differently but then go back home for summers, so the three talked about what they appreciate about their families and how they learn to differentiate as well as connect.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12537253 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:00:00 -0400 2104 1 11 full false Faith in the Classroom Faith in the Classroom Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss the vacuum of purpose and meaning discussions or faith discussions in most college classrooms.  

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss the vacuum of purpose and meaning discussions or faith discussions in most college classrooms.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12493108 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2101 1 10 full false Got a Prayer? Got a Prayer? With 69% of college students surveyed saying they pray on a regular basis, Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss questions about prayer, how to pray with more confidence, and how prayer changes you.  

]]> With 69% of college students surveyed saying they pray on a regular basis, Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss questions about prayer, how to pray with more confidence, and how prayer changes you.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12442118 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 18:00:00 -0400 2444 1 9 full false What is College for? What is College for? Grant and Matt up in Boston on Spring Break talk with PJ about what college is for. Is it just to get a degree so you make money? Is it more? 

]]> Grant and Matt up in Boston on Spring Break talk with PJ about what college is for. Is it just to get a degree so you make money? Is it more? 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12394464 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1617 1 8 full false Spring Break! Spring Break! Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss plans for spring break and how some of the best experiences and learning are OUTSIDE of the classroom. 

]]> Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss plans for spring break and how some of the best experiences and learning are OUTSIDE of the classroom. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12353466 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1433 1 7 full false Midterm Stress and Balance in College Life Midterm Stress and Balance in College Life Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss upcoming midterms, stress, and the benefits of not being solely focused on GPA and your academic performance. 

]]> Jaden, Matt and PJ discuss upcoming midterms, stress, and the benefits of not being solely focused on GPA and your academic performance. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12304137 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1590 1 6 full false FOMO and FOBO FOMO and FOBO Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss the fear of missing out (FOMO) and the fear of better options (FOBO) and how this can paralyze students in making choices.  For the Christian, God's presence and promises help us realize we don't miss a thing.  

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss the fear of missing out (FOMO) and the fear of better options (FOBO) and how this can paralyze students in making choices.  For the Christian, God's presence and promises help us realize we don't miss a thing.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-12259605 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2064 1 5 full false Conflict! - How to handle it Conflict! - How to handle it Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss roommate conflicts and family struggles and how to resolve them rather than blow them up even more. 

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ discuss roommate conflicts and family struggles and how to resolve them rather than blow them up even more. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12210782 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2679 1 4 full false Campus Preachers - Say What?!?! Campus Preachers - Say What?!?! Matt, Jaden and PJ are joined by Liv to discuss the campus preachers who descended upon FGCU for a two day rally with over 30 shouting down students and being provocative.  We discuss the pain they cause both to students but also to those who are Christian on campus, and how to maybe start addressing the issue. 

]]> Matt, Jaden and PJ are joined by Liv to discuss the campus preachers who descended upon FGCU for a two day rally with over 30 shouting down students and being provocative.  We discuss the pain they cause both to students but also to those who are Christian on campus, and how to maybe start addressing the issue. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12162972 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1927 full false Wings Up - Social Media Wings Up - Social Media Matt, Jaden and John discuss the use of social media and why it often boomerangs back on you.  It promises community but doesn't deliver.  Increased screen time leads instead to more anxiety and depression.  So, how do college students navigate the online world and balance it with the real? 

]]> Matt, Jaden and John discuss the use of social media and why it often boomerangs back on you.  It promises community but doesn't deliver.  Increased screen time leads instead to more anxiety and depression.  So, how do college students navigate the online world and balance it with the real? 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12116244 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -0500 2478 1 2 full false Wings Up 1 - Purpose? What Purpose? Wings Up 1 - Purpose? What Purpose? Matt, Jaden and John discuss finding purpose and meaning in life during college. 

]]> Matt, Jaden and John discuss finding purpose and meaning in life during college. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-12069044 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500 2434 1 1 full false Wings Up Edition #1 Wings Up Edition #1 Asking students at FGCU a thoughtful question: "With all the stress and anxiety in the world right now, how do you find your peace?" John and students then discuss the answers and share a better way, connecting with Jesus. 

]]> Asking students at FGCU a thoughtful question: "With all the stress and anxiety in the world right now, how do you find your peace?" John and students then discuss the answers and share a better way, connecting with Jesus. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-9218792 Sat, 18 Sep 2021 19:00:00 -0400 2013 1 0 full false Hope and Faith in the midst of Cancer Hope and Faith in the midst of Cancer As Laura faces a new stage in her fight with cancer, we visit with her to find someone with joy, hope and peace under difficult times and facing her frailty and finitude.  

]]> As Laura faces a new stage in her fight with cancer, we visit with her to find someone with joy, hope and peace under difficult times and facing her frailty and finitude.  

]]> John Buzzsprout-9051807 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:00:00 -0400 1635 1 6 full false Taking it to the Streets with Andrew Taking it to the Streets with Andrew John interviews his friend Andrew who lives in Queens, NY about his experience with street evangelism and how Andrew himself came to faith. 

]]> John interviews his friend Andrew who lives in Queens, NY about his experience with street evangelism and how Andrew himself came to faith. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-8998555 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2405 1 5 full false Better Call Saül - talking with Saül Laguierre Better Call Saül - talking with Saül Laguierre A discussion with Saül Laguierre, a friend of Thrive and a staff member at FGCU, as we discuss the challenges  college students face, how to motivate and how to have crucial conversations on touchy but important topics. 

]]> A discussion with Saül Laguierre, a friend of Thrive and a staff member at FGCU, as we discuss the challenges  college students face, how to motivate and how to have crucial conversations on touchy but important topics. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-8938084 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2030 1 4 full false Talking Texts and Context with Alec Talking Texts and Context with Alec Alec Fisher is working on his PhD in textual studies of the New Testament and discusses with John some implications of the very human and also divine Word of God and its implications for how we live in the world by faith. 

]]> Alec Fisher is working on his PhD in textual studies of the New Testament and discusses with John some implications of the very human and also divine Word of God and its implications for how we live in the world by faith. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-8895566 Tue, 20 Jul 2021 16:00:00 -0400 4159 1 3 full false Modern Culture and Eschatology Modern Culture and Eschatology How one views the end goal of history and the direction of the world determines whether one lives with hope, fear or despair. John and Alec describe the current popular views of pre or post millennialism  and the Biblical alternative to these modern assumptions along with the secular viewpoint.  Christians can have hope in the future which is seeing in Jesus Christ himself. 

]]> How one views the end goal of history and the direction of the world determines whether one lives with hope, fear or despair. John and Alec describe the current popular views of pre or post millennialism  and the Biblical alternative to these modern assumptions along with the secular viewpoint.  Christians can have hope in the future which is seeing in Jesus Christ himself. 

]]> John Buzzsprout-8784852 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0400 3004 1 2 full false Thriveon Podcast - Jay Winter - Listening to Gen Z Thriveon Podcast - Jay Winter - Listening to Gen Z In this episode Jay Winter, campus pastor at Florida State University, talks with John about campus ministry, generational trends, and how to connect with Generation Z, those generally born after 1995 and now on our college campuses

]]> In this episode Jay Winter, campus pastor at Florida State University, talks with John about campus ministry, generational trends, and how to connect with Generation Z, those generally born after 1995 and now on our college campuses

]]> John Buzzsprout-8750493 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2984 1 1 trailer false