In this (took too long to release) episode, we discuss C.S. Lewis's essay entitled "Miracles" from the collection God in the Dock (link below). Lewis has an eloquent way of discussing how preconceptions tend to be the determining factor in what we believe. 
There are also clear rebuttals to the cessationist view of ongoing spiritual gifts. 
Referenced Material:
God in the Dock; C.S. Lewis: https://a.co/d/e6mDSBA 
Glendalough Pot Still Irish Oak Finish: https://www.glendaloughdistillery.com/products/glendalough-pot-still-irish-oak-finish

Welcome to season 2 of Jesus, Whiskey, and Question Marks! Have you ever wondered about some of the Spiritual gifts in Scripture and whether they still exist? Apparently, there are those that think that some of the most prolific gifts in Scripture are no longer happening. I didn't know this until recently. In this episode, part one of a two part look into cessationism, we will look at what gifts are argued to have ended, and if there is any evidence to the claim. 

In part two, we will look at what C.S. Lewis has to say about Miracles in an essay entitled Miracles, but that's still to come. Along with that, there will be a special surprise. 

Referenced Materials:
Why I am a Cessationist: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/cessationist/ 
God in the Dock: https://a.co/d/2ZvdAQJ
The Unseen Realm: https://a.co/d/8xCj7m0 

I feel like we are all SICK of elections right now. Why are we so weary? I think we know there is a divide in the nation, and I think most of us - at least - think we know why. Part of the problem is that we - as believers - are looking at people with differing viewpoints as the enemy. We have been bamboozled by the true enemy into believing that our fellow humans are who we are against. As believers, we have true enemies, but they are not our fellow humans. In this episode, we will discuss refocusing our energy on the enemy that Paul calls to our attention in Ephesians 6:12. The episode this week is a bit of a deeper dive into Ephesian culture, and it drives home the importance of context. I have a lot of resources referenced in this episode, and as always, you can find them below. Thanks again for listening, and stay sane (free from mental derangement; having a sound, healthy mind: having or showing reason, sound judgement, or good sense) out there!

P.S. Sorry for all the noise on this one. Dogs were a bit raucous while recording.

Referenced Materials:
C.S. Lewis: 
- The Problem of Pain: https://a.co/d/hrT25Sg
- God in the Dock: https://a.co/d/dRTXyV0
Dr. Michael Heiser:
- The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible: https://a.co/d/7CvxCQg
Michael Immendörfer:
- Ephesians and Artemis: the Cult of the Great Goddess of Ephesus as the Epistle's Context: https://a.co/d/34tAaW9
Mike Winger:
- Why I Think Calvinism is Unbiblical: https://www.youtube.com/live/oxakEl8BYBE?si=NGMpr6QHoq1xOtYU 

In this episode I'm joined by the brilliant and beautiful Natasha Cowden. We discuss the importance of the Old Testament to the Christian faith. We discuss how if we don't run from the hard and weird, but do a little study, we find that there is great significance. We also talk about how the Bible isn't a tale of two stories or two gods, but rather one story about Jesus, and Yahweh is the same throughout.

I planned to provide links to a sermon series by Andy Stanley from 2018 when he famously made a statement about Christians needing to unhitch our faith from the Old Testament. Unfortunately, I was unable to locate the sermon series on North Point Community Church's website. I don't want to misrepresent his statements by linking out of context clips, so I will leave you with the link to their sermons and let the listener do with it what they will.

That which is good, right, and true that comes out of our mouths if from the Spirit, everything else is from our sinful hearts.

Referenced Materials:
https://northpoint.org/messages

https://www.bladeandbowwhiskey.com/our-whiskeys

As a continuation of the last episode comparing Jesus' words about His return at the end of the age with a Galilean wedding, we talk about Jesus' comments on the signs of the end of the age from Matthew chapter 24.

Tony LaMouria joins me again and we discuss the theme that we are just to always be ready and preparing for the return of Jesus at the end of the age.

Mentioned at the beginning of this episode, I got stickers printed! The first 50 of you who let me know that you have liked, commented, and/or shared the podcast will get a FREE sticker sent to you! Let's work the algorithms!

Shout out to Michelle Castillo of Michelle Castillo/Design Co for all of my graphic needs. www.michellecastillodesign.com

Referenced Materials:
Doug Van Dorn: https://www.douglasvandorn.com/

Britannica:
https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-wars-2031197

Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_people_claimed_to_be_Jesus

There are two concepts that so many Christians get wrong - and that I love to pick on. The Beginning and the End. In this episode, we discuss the End and whether or not we can predict anything about the timing of the return of Jesus. In what might be a shocking twist to many, one of the most telling events in history - A Galilean Wedding - will give us more information than we could ever imagine. This one is part one of two again, so absorb this and "wait for iiiiiiittttt" as part two is coming soon.

Referenced Materials:

Blurry Creatures Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5uPilMKgeZRAJ2AVwSdFRL?si=b3786017dc9c4d04
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blurry-creatures/id1526885135

Cross Examined:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-dont-have-enough-faith-to-be-an-atheist/id1297439270
https://www.youtube.com/@CrossExamined

God Has a Name - John Mark Comer:
https://a.co/d/gHKr1s6

In this episode, my good friend Tony LaMouria joins me. We discuss some of our church hurt stories, and get into a bit of the "why" on both sides of the equation. Our hope is to have more conversations like this, and if you have a "question mark" that you want me to address, let me know. I would love to look into and discuss some of the challenges you might have faced. As always, find some references from this episode below. Please "like," "Share," and "Subscribe" to make the bots happy and get Jesus, Whiskey, and Question Marks out there.

Referenced Materials:
Brené Brown:
Daring Greatly- https://a.co/d/a8eYB1U
Rising Strong- https://a.co/d/78UUwOU

The Power of Emotions in Decision Making: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-wisdom-of-anger/202308/the-power-of-emotions-in-decision-making

Often, we are hurt by the very church that is supposed to be the earthly representation of the body of Christ. What do we do with that? Why does it happen? In this first part of our first multipart episode, we will discuss how a misinterpretation of Scripture can cause great harm. Stick with us for this series as we look into how to change a culture that has driven far to many away from Jesus. 

Referenced materials:

The Bible Project's summary of the letter to the Ephesians: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/ephesians/

Why do we think that we have control over other people? Have you ever wondered if there was a better way to bring people to Christ than to convince them to pray some prayer? In this episode, we discuss the difference between making converts and making disciples. We look at what Jesus specifically calls us to, and what he says about being faithful to the moments that Yahweh calls us to. 

Referenced materials:
Nabeel Qureshi: Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: https://a.co/d/i2X4SdM
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=nabeel+qureshi

Blurry Creatures Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blurry-creatures/id1526885135

In the first episode of Jesus, Whiskey, and Question Marks we discuss why I'm even doing this. Where did the name came from. We will talk about the heart of Yahweh for those who are lost. What is the proper response for believers to deconstructionists, or exvangelicals, or whatever flavor of Christianity rejecting people? Can we know everything that's in the Bible? If we can't, what can we know? This episode is very much an overview and not meant to be exhaustive, but if you are hoping for a more Christ like response to what is happening in the world, and want to have a discussion by asking questions, I'm here for that. Let's start this journey together.

Suggested listening from this episode:
Dr. Michael Heiser's The Nake Bible Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822 

I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist with Dr. Frank Turek: 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-dont-have-enough-faith-to-be-an-atheist/id1297439270 
https://www.youtube.com/@CrossExamined