Bible, Bros & Brew

David McIntyre & Phillip Rich
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Christianity
  • Updated Weekly

 Bible, Bros, & Brew is all about helping you navigate your relationship with God in practical, real-life ways. Hosts David and Phil dig into scripture—'chopping up the word'—and bring it to life with insights you can actually use every day. And while they’re at it, they share their favorite 'brews'—don’t worry, it’s not booze! Just a solid lineup of classic coffees and teas to keep the conversations flowing. 

  1. 1d ago

    What Does the Bible Say About Celebrity Preachers? | Bible, Bros & Brew

    The Bible speaks directly to celebrity preachers and celebrity Christians in Matthew chapter 23, verses 1 through 12, where Jesus warns religious leaders against seeking honor, control, and public praise, and in 3 John chapter 1, verse 9, where the apostle John confronts a man named Diotrephes for loving to be first. Scripture doesn't condemn a leader being well known — it warns against ministry that becomes about a person's platform instead of forming true followers of Jesus. David McIntyre and Phillip Rich call this "the bubble": a closed church culture built around one leader that quietly replaces real relationship with God and community with control, performance, and status. David and Phillip continue their series on the church by tackling a problem hiding in plain sight: celebrity preachers and celebrity pew sitters. Drawing on years spent inside a celebrity-pastor-led ministry, they unpack how platforms get misused, why "the bubble" forms, and how ordinary church members — not just pastors — chase status inside the pews. It's an honest, sometimes funny, always convicting look at what happens when Christ's platform becomes a person's stage. SCRIPTURE REFERENCED Matthew chapter 23, verses 1 through 12; Third John chapter 1, verse 9 HOSTS David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, with host/producer Jon Dzyuba MINI FAQ Q: What does the Bible say about celebrity pastors? A: In Matthew 23, Jesus warns religious leaders who do their deeds to be seen by others and love the place of honor. The problem isn't recognition — it's when ministry becomes about the leader instead of about following Jesus. Q: What is "the bubble" David and Phillip talk about? A: It's the closed culture that forms when people build their whole spiritual and social life around one church or leader, losing connection to the wider body of Christ in the process. Q: Is celebrity culture in the church only a "mega church" problem? A: No. David and Phillip point out that small churches can carry the same drama and control issues — sometimes worse, because of "big fish in a small pond" dynamics. ✅Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss next week's episode. ✅Follow Bible, Bros & Brew on YouTube, Rumble, Instagram, TikTok, and BuzzSprout ✅ Visit biblebrosandbrew.com for the devotional and more ways to connect. Where the word meets the daily grind. #CelebrityPreachers, #ChurchCulture, #BibleBrosAndBrew, #Matthew23, #ChurchHurt, #FaithAndCoffee, #BibleStudy, #NotEasilyDeceived gotbrew@biblebros.net gotbrew@biblebros.net

  2. Jul 20

    What Does the Bible Say About Spotting a False Teacher? | Bible, Bros & Brew

    The Bible teaches that you identify a false teacher by their fruit — their character and conduct — not their charisma or credentials. Scripture in Acts chapter 20, First Timothy chapter 4, Second Timothy chapter 3, and Matthew chapter 7 warns that false teachers exploit people for personal gain, often hiding behind misused verses like "touch not mine anointed" to avoid correction. True shepherds lead with humility, welcome accountability, and point people to Jesus Christ as the one Chief Shepherd — never to themselves.   Hosts David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, with host/producer Jon Dzyuba, walk through Acts 20:29-30, First Timothy 4:1-5, Second Timothy 3:1-5, First Peter 5:1-4, Second Timothy 4:1-4, and Matthew 7:15-20 to show what Scripture actually says about false teaching in the local church — and how to tell the difference between honoring leadership and giving away discernment you shouldn't.   FAQ   Q: What does "touch not mine anointed" actually mean?   A: It's often twisted to shield leaders from correction. The hosts explain why that's a warning sign, not a mark of anointing.   Q: What's the difference between honoring a pastor and blind loyalty?   A: Honoring leadership never means treating a fallible person as beyond question — that loyalty belongs to Christ alone.   Q: How does Matthew 7 say you can recognize a false teacher?   A: "You will recognize them by their fruits" — watch the pattern of a person's life over time, not just their words.   New episodes every Monday.  Where the Word Meets the Daily Grind.   gotbrew@biblebros.net

  3. Jul 19

    How Do You Become Difficult to Deceive by False Teachers? | Bible, Bros & Brew

    You become difficult to deceive by false teachers not by hunting down every false prophet, but by growing so rooted in Scripture that error stands out on its own. David McIntyre and Phillip Rich lay out practical steps: study the Bible daily like the Bereans in Acts 17:10-12, build the virtues of 2 Peter 1:3-8 (faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, love), watch for the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, pray for discernment as Solomon did in 1 Kings 3:9, limit social media, research a church before attending, and lean on mature believers for accountability. You become difficult to deceive by false teachers not by hunting down every false prophet, but by growing so rooted in Scripture that error stands out on its own. David McIntyre and Phillip Rich lay out practical steps: study the Bible daily like the Bereans in Acts 17:10-12, build the virtues of 2 Peter 1:3-8 (faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, love), watch for the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, pray for discernment as Solomon did in 1 Kings 3:9, limit social media, research a church before attending, and lean on mature believers for accountability.  In this episode of Bible, Bros & Brew, hosts David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, with host/producer Jon Dzyuba, close out their multi-week study on false teachers, false prophets, and false teaching. Instead of teaching listeners to play "fruit inspector," they reframe the goal: become a believer who is difficult to deceive. The conversation moves through Deuteronomy 13:1-6, the example of the Bereans in Acts 17:10-12, Jesus resisting temptation with Scripture in Luke 4:1-13, and the character-building list in Second Peter 1:3-8, before landing on practical habits — prayer, discernment, limiting social media, vetting a church online first, and staying in community with mature believers.  Scripture Referenced  Deuteronomy 13:1-6 Acts 17:10-12 Luke 4:1-13 Second Peter 1:3-8 Matthew 7:15-20 Galatians 5:22-23 Philippians 4:6-7 First Kings 3:9 Hebrews 5:14 Psalm 138:2   Mini FAQ    | Q: What does the Bible say about false teachers?  A: Scripture consistently warns that false teachers pursue selfish gain and lead people away from God, even when they perform real signs — Deuteronomy 13:1-6 and Second Peter both address this directly.    | Q: How can I test what a pastor or teacher is saying?  A: Follow the Berean model in Acts 17:11 — examine the Scriptures daily to see if what's being taught actually holds up in context.    | Q: What should I do if I discover a false teacher?  A: Separate from willful, malicious deception, but distinguish it from innocent misunderstanding, and lean on prayer and mature believers to help discern the difference.  New episode of Bible, Bros & Brew is live every Monday at 6am.   Subscribe for weekly conversations where real faith meets real coffee, and catch "What's in the Cup?" every episode.   Questions, prayer requests, or topic ideas? Reach out through the show's website BibleBrosBrew.com  Where the Word meets the daily grind.  #FalseTeachers, #BibleBrosAndBrew, #ChristianPodcast, #Discernment, #BibleStudy  gotbrew@biblebros.net

  4. Jul 19

    How Can You Tell If a Preacher Is a False Teacher? (Bible, Bros & Brew)

    You can identify a false teacher by testing what they say against Scripture and watching their fruit over time. Matthew 7:15–20 says false prophets come in sheep's clothing but are known by their fruit. Second Peter 2:1–3 warns that false teachers secretly bring in destructive heresies, deny Christ, and exploit people through greed and false words. They aren't always obvious outsiders — Acts 20:30 warns they can rise up from among the church itself. The safeguard is simple: measure everything preached against the written Word of God, the way the Bereans did in Acts 17:11.  Hosts David McIntyre and Phillip Rich continue the Broken Church series on Bible, Bros & Brew, digging into what Scripture says about false teachers and false prophets. Working through Second Peter chapter 2, Matthew chapter 7, and First Timothy chapter 6, they unpack how manipulation, greed, and twisted doctrine show up in the church — sometimes from the pulpit, sometimes from the pew right next to you. Along the way, they share real-world examples of spiritual manipulation and give listeners a practical framework for becoming "fruit inspectors" in their own faith community. Producer Jon Dzyuba joins the conversation throughout.  Scripture Referenced  Second Timothy chapter 4 Ephesians chapter 4 Colossians chapter 3 Acts chapter 17, verse 11 Philippians chapter 3 Second Peter chapter 2 Acts chapter 20, verse 30 Matthew chapter 7, verses 15–23 First Peter chapter 5, verse 8 Second Corinthians chapter 2, verse 11 First Timothy chapter 6, verses 3–6 Second Corinthians chapter 9 Proverbs chapter 4 Numbers (the account of Balaam) Mini FAQ  Q: What does the Bible say about false teachers?  A: The Bible warns that false teachers secretly bring in destructive heresies, deny Christ, and exploit believers through greed (Second Peter chapter 2, verses 1–3). Jesus said they come in sheep's clothing but are recognized by their fruit (Matthew chapter 7, verses 15–20).  Q: Can a false teacher be someone inside the church?  A: Yes. Acts chapter 20, verse 30 says false teachers will rise up "from among you," not only from outside. David and Phillip explain that wolves don't always stand behind the pulpit — sometimes they're sitting in the pew next to you.  Q: How do you test what a pastor or teacher is preaching?  A: Measure it against Scripture itself, the way the Bereans did in Acts chapter 17, verse 11, and give it time — fruit takes time to show, so don't judge a teacher's character or doctrine off a single encounter.  Listen every Monday at 6 AM wherever you get your podcasts.   Bible, Bros & Brew is hosted by David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, produced by Jon Dzyuba.   Leave a rating and review — it helps new listeners find the show  #BibleBrosAndBrew #FalseTeachers #BrokenChurch #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast gotbrew@biblebros.net

  5. Jun 29

    Going to Church vs. Being the Church: What's the Real Difference? | Bible, Bros & Brew

    Going to church means attending a building or event, while being the church means living out your identity as a believer — the body of Christ and the temple of God — every day, in every relationship. Scripture (1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 1, 1 Peter 2:9) teaches that believers are not just attendees but living stones built into God's spiritual house. Gathering with other believers still matters deeply (Hebrews 10:24-25), but it flows from who you already are, not the other way around.  David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, with host/producer Jon Dzyuba, continue their series on biblical identity by exploring what changes when believers understand they are the church, not just attendees of one. Scripture covered includes 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 1 and 4, Colossians 1, 1 Corinthians 3 and 6, Hebrews 10, Matthew 18, Acts 2, and 1 Peter 2 and 5. Plus, the usual "What's in the Cup?" segment to kick things off.  MINI FAQ  Q: What's the difference between going to church and being the church?  A: Going to church is about attending a building; being the church is about living as the body of Christ and temple of the Holy Spirit in everyday life.    Q: Why does Hebrews 10:24-25 matter for this discussion?  A: It explicitly commands believers not to stop gathering together, showing that gathering and identity work together rather than against each other.  Q: What happens when churches are run like entertainment instead of biblical fellowship?  A: David and Phillip explain that performance-driven gatherings can produce consumers and "celebrity pastor" culture instead of genuine, Christ-centered community.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. New episodes drop every Monday at 6 AM. BibleBrosBrew.com — Where the Word Meets the Daily Grind.  #BibleBrosAndBrew#BBBPodcast#FaithAndCoffee#ScriptureBreakdown#CoffeeAndFaith gotbrew@biblebros.net

  6. Jun 22

    What Is the Church, Really? It's Not the Building. | Bible, Bros & Brew

    The church is not a building — it's the body of Christ. According to 1 Corinthians 12:27 and Ephesians 1:22-23, every believer who has accepted Jesus is joined into one living body with Christ as the head. Believers are also called the temple of God in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, since the Holy Spirit dwells in people, not in walls. The Greek word "ekklesia," translated "church," literally means "the called-out ones" — a people, not a place. David McIntyre and Phillip Rich explain why this matters for how you see yourself and your local gathering.  In Episode 1 of "The Broken Church," David McIntyre and Phillip Rich set the foundation for a two-part conversation about church health by first defining the church biblically. Walking through 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 1 and 2, Colossians 1, and 1 Peter 2, they show the church is the body of Christ and the temple of God, not an organization, building, or membership list. They close with a practical challenge: this week, try calling your church the "gathering place" instead — and see how it reshapes how you see yourself.   Scripture Referenced:  1 Corinthians chapter 12, verses 12-13 and 27 · Romans chapter 12, verses 4-5 · Ephesians chapter 1, verses 15-23 · Colossians chapter 1, verses 15-18 and 24 · 1 Corinthians chapter 3, verses 16-17 · 1 Corinthians chapter 6, verses 19-20 · 2 Corinthians chapter 6, verse 16 · Ephesians chapter 2, verses 19-22 · 1 Peter chapter 2, verses 4-5  Hosts:  David McIntyre and Phillip Rich, with host/producer Jon Dzyuba — Bible, Bros & Brew  FAQ     Q: Why does the Bible call believers "the temple of God"?  A: Because the Holy Spirit dwells in believers under the new covenant, not in a physical structure like the Old Testament temple.   Q: What's the difference between "the church" and "the gathering place"?  A: The church is the people — every believer, everywhere. The gathering place is the local building or group where believers meet.   Q: What's next in this series?  A: Part 2 covers the difference between being the church and going to church.  Subscribe to Bible, Bros & Brew wherever you listen, and find Part 2 next Monday at 6 AM.   Where the Word Meets the Daily Grind.  #BibleBrosAndBrew #BBBPodcast #TheBrokenChurch #BodyOfChrist #WhatIsTheChurch #FaithAndCoffee #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy  gotbrew@biblebros.net

  7. Jun 8

    Did a Pastor Really Say Jesus Would Bless Abortion? Reacting to a Dangerous Pulpit Claim | Bible, Bros & Brew

    A clergy woman claimed that if Jesus were preaching the Sermon on the Mount today, he might also say "blessed are those who end pregnancies." David McIntyre, Phillip Rich, and Jon Dzyuba push back — not with condemnation, but with Scripture. Psalm 139:13–16 says God knit each person together in the womb. Jeremiah 1:5 says God knew Jeremiah before he was formed. John 10:10 says Jesus came that we might have life. Asserting what Jesus "would have said" isn't interpretation. It's invention.   Week 6 of the BBB Reacts series opens with a clip that stopped David and Phil cold: a clergy woman confidently claiming that if Jesus were giving the Sermon on the Mount today, he might add "blessed are those who end pregnancies." Before anything else, David offers a clear pastoral disclaimer — nobody here is judging anyone who has been in that situation. Then they go to work on what Scripture actually says.     Josh McIntyre joins live to add his voice. Together the guys connect the dots between the dehumanization of the unborn and the same historical playbook used to justify slavery and the Holocaust — citing Voltaire's famous warning about absurdities and atrocities. They discuss Margaret Sanger, the cost of adoption, Planned Parenthood's placement in Black communities, and land where they always do: broken people need a Savior, and the only one who can put the pieces back together is Christ.     And yes — What's in the Cup? Jon went with banana split coffee from Good & Gather. Phillip showed up with Charleston Coffee Roasters Organic Charleston Whole Bean (and a full travelogue of Charleston, South Carolina). David brought fall energy with Autumn Delight from Red Barn.     Scriptures referenced: Psalm 139 verses 13 through 16 · Jeremiah chapter 1 verse 5 · John chapter 10 verse 10 · Ezekiel chapter 18 verse 32 · Psalm 127 verse 3 · Proverbs chapter 17 verse 6 · Luke chapter 1 verse 14 · Galatians chapter 5 · Matthew chapter 21 verse 44     Hosted by David McIntyre, Phillip Rich, and Jon Dzyuba. Guest: Josh McIntyre.  Where the Word Meets the Daily Grind. | biblebrosbrew.com   Q: What does the Bible say about life in the womb?  A: Psalm 139 verses 13 through 16 describes God forming, knitting, and seeing every person in the womb — even at the stage of "unformed substance." Jeremiah chapter 1 verse 5 says God knew Jeremiah before he was even formed. David reads through these passages in full during the episode.  Q: Is it dangerous when pastors say what Jesus "would" say today?  A: David argues yes — there's a meaningful difference between interpreting what Scripture says and inventing what Jesus would add to it. Using the authority of Jesus to validate a modern position that contradicts his recorded words is, at best, error. At worst, it leads people away from truth.  #BibleBrosAndBrew #BBBPodcast #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #AbortionAndTheBible #FaithPodcast #ScriptureBreakdown #RealFaithRealTalk  gotbrew@biblebros.net

  8. Jun 1

    Should Christian Artists Be Held to a Higher Standard? | Bible, Bros & Brew

    Christian artists who build faith-based platforms are held to a higher standard — and Scripture backs that up. This episode of Bible, Bros & Brew digs into why, drawing on Romans 14, First Corinthians 10, Colossians 3, and James 3.  David McIntyre opens with a personal correction and a vulnerable story about a mentor whose hidden sin was eventually exposed — and what grace looks like in the aftermath. The conversation covers the stumbling block principle from First Corinthians 10:23–33, the instruction in Colossians 3:16 and Ephesians 5:19 that music is part of Christian formation, and the accountability James 3:1 places on teachers and influencers. Forrest Frank is highlighted as a model of conviction in a Christian music industry that has increasingly become a commercial product. The episode closes with Psalm 3:7 — a reminder that David the psalmist prayed with fire, and maybe we should too. Grab the I'm Over It e-book at BibleBrosBrew.com or on Amazon. Hosts: David McIntyre, Phillip Rich, and Jon Dzyuba. New episodes every Monday at 6 AM. Bible, Bros & Brew — Where the Word Meets the Daily Grind.  #BibleBrosAndBrew #ChristianPodcast #ChristianMusic #BibleStudy #FaithAndCoffee #BBBPodcast #WhereTheWordMeetsTheDailyGrind   gotbrew@biblebros.net

See All (20)

About

 Bible, Bros, & Brew is all about helping you navigate your relationship with God in practical, real-life ways. Hosts David and Phil dig into scripture—'chopping up the word'—and bring it to life with insights you can actually use every day. And while they’re at it, they share their favorite 'brews'—don’t worry, it’s not booze! Just a solid lineup of classic coffees and teas to keep the conversations flowing. 

Information

  • Creator
    David McIntyre & Phillip Rich
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Bible, Bros & Brew
  • Show Website
    Bible, Bros & Brew