No Church Answers!

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No Church Answers! Podcast

Contact us at www.nochurchanswers.com. We're not pastors, just regular guys. Engaging, deep and often humorous looks at faith in today's world by our panel. The No Church Answers! podcast began as Man Up a Spiritual Oasis for Men in 2017, launched by Bill Cox, actor and DJ, and four regulars, Steven Titch, Robert Cocheu, Michael Cropper and Earl Lloyd--all from different faith backgrounds. Our focus is on ways men could use their Christian faith to drive their goals, leadership and action. We feel the faith muscle needs regular exercise. The body is like a barrel. The outside is your education, money and health. The inside is your faith and soul. We bring different points of view to a scripture lesson and hash them out in a panel discussion. We strive for authenticity in representing what Christian men are thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Podcast 338 -- The Benedict Option Romans 12:1-18

    We begin a study of Rod Dreher's controversial 2017 book, subtitled "A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation." Dreher is not calling for a retreat, rather he says the current times offer an opportunity to regroup around the Benedictine Rules written for Christian monastic living. In the opener of the series, we look at the life and contributions of St. Benedict (c.480-c.547), and how Dreher urges readers stepping away from the relentless antagonism of the culture wars and apply Benedict's emphasis on repentance, self-sacrificial love, purity of heart and the Way of the Cross as way of pointing others to Christ--and a truly fulfilling life. This week's podcast is sponsored by Magic Mind. Visit www.magicmind.com/NCA and use the discount code NCA20 for 48% off on a new subscription or 20% off on your first one-time purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

  2. 17 SEPT

    Podcast 337 -- Spare the Rod? Proverbs 13:24

    The phrase "spare the rod and spoil the child" is not in the Bible. But the Book of Proverbs does address the value of disciplining your children. The fellows discuss whether the Bible endorses corporal punishment or if parents misuse scripture as an excuse to vent their personal frustration and anger on their kids. We also try to interpret "spare the rod" means in 2024, when so many adult children, particularly young men, "fail to launch." Finally, we discuss the value church youth ministries in supporting parents in raising kids into functional, responsible adults who can take care of themselves and others. This week's podcast is sponsored by Magic Mind. Visit www.magicmind.com/NCA and use the discount code NCA20 for 48% off on a new subscription or 20% off on your first one-time purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min

  3. 10 SEPT

    Podcast 336 -- Two Invitations Proverbs 9:1-18

    We discuss the juxtaposition of Wisdom and Folly in the Book of Proverbs and the Biblical assertion that there is objective, divine, discernable Truth that God infused within creation. We contrast this with the modern folly, particularly the ideas of moral relativism and academic nihilism, which tell us the world is only what we make of it and if we wish it, 2+2 can equal 5. Join us as we try to identify the traits of true wisdom and the traps of worldly folly. This week's podcast is sponsored by Magic Mind. Visit www.magicmind.com/NCA and use the discount code NCA20 for 48% off on a new subscription or 20% off on your first one-time purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min

  4. 3 SEPT

    Podcast 335 -- Who Do Ya Trust? -- Proverbs 3:5-8

    "Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding" might grate the ears of American Christians, who are raised to see themselves as independent, self-reliant and owing nothing to no one, but the phrase "God helps those who help themselves" is nowhere in the Bible. We discuss the scary word "surrender," the difference between trust and faith, and discerning a true calling from God from the rationalization of our own worldly desires. Join us as we explore what might be one of the most countercultural demands in scripture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  5. 25 JUN

    Podcast 334 -- Tough Gig in the Decapolis The Chosen Season 3

    In a super-sized podcast before our summer break, we take a deep dive into Season 3 of The Chosen. Jesus’s disciples attempt to live by his teachings, doing their best to speak plainly, forgive and put others first. For some it proves difficult. We talk about the modern overtones in the relationships between Simon and Eden, Mary and Tamar and Matthew and his parents. And , amid the miracles and preaching, opposition is rising from both Jerusalem and Rome, and in places like Decapolis east of Galilee, the new Gospel is bringing division and hostility, not peace. Spoiler Alert! Catch up on our discussions of earlier seasons The Chosen Season 1 -- Podcast 311 The Chosen Season 2 -- Podcast 317 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 30m

  6. 18 JUN

    Podcast 333 -- Are All Sins Equal? James 2:10-11, Romans 6:21-23, 1 John 5:16-18

    In a provocative podcast, we talk about whether God makes any distinction in severity among sins. We touch on the Catholic doctrine of mortal and venial sins, and contrast that with Paul's assertion that the wages of sin--all sin--is death. We question why, if adultery is against God's law, why Israel's patriarchs and kings got a pass for multiple wives and concubines, while being judged and punished for other forms of disobedience. And we look at the New Testament teachings on sin, grace and forgiveness and to where that points. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

  7. 28 MAY

    Podcast 332 -- Solid Rock or Shifting Sand? Matthew 7:15-28

    The fellows wrap up their look at the Sermon on the Mount with a discussion of modern false prophets inside and outside the church, the touchy topic of whether non-Christians can be true disciples of Jesus and if the principles outlined in the Sermon can be separated from the foundational directive of "seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  8. 21 MAY

    Podcast 331 -- Ready Player One Matthew 7:7-14

    Is the Sermon on the Mount analogous to an MRPG strategy guide? The fellows are mischievous enough to suggest it. If our Christian mission is to work alongside God to establish the Kingdom of God on earth, Jesus give us an awful lot of information as to how to do it, beginning with your character traits (the Beatitudes), your role (to be salt and light), information about how best to follow the rules as you navigate levels (turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, surrender your tunic and your coat) right up to the counterintuitive advice of "Enter through the narrow gate," a section we discuss this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
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Contact us at www.nochurchanswers.com. We're not pastors, just regular guys. Engaging, deep and often humorous looks at faith in today's world by our panel. The No Church Answers! podcast began as Man Up a Spiritual Oasis for Men in 2017, launched by Bill Cox, actor and DJ, and four regulars, Steven Titch, Robert Cocheu, Michael Cropper and Earl Lloyd--all from different faith backgrounds. Our focus is on ways men could use their Christian faith to drive their goals, leadership and action. We feel the faith muscle needs regular exercise. The body is like a barrel. The outside is your education, money and health. The inside is your faith and soul. We bring different points of view to a scripture lesson and hash them out in a panel discussion. We strive for authenticity in representing what Christian men are thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Bill Cox
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    338
  • Rating
    Clean
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