107 episodes
Christian AF Podcast Christian AF Podcast
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4.7 • 16 Ratings
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- A Reconstructionist Podcast -Christian AF was born after a few long conversations over good beers, where we realized that life, and faith, aren't as simple as we grew up believing. We started wondering why asking questions was frowned upon, or why we had to accept what we've always been told as the truth. Maybe some things aren't as black and white as we'd like to think. So, we set out to create a space to have an HONEST dialogue that welcomes questions, doubts, and fears about faith, church culture, and everything in between. The three of us behind the mics are no experts, but our goal is to help listeners start asking questions or maybe even find some answers. Christian AF is a podcast for people that are over church, have been burned by church, don’t get church, or have been told not to question their faith. So as we like to say, kick back, grab a drink, and start questioning!(Christian AF is based out of Rockford, IL run by members for Grassroots Church).
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Episode 111 - Values
Send us a Text Message.What does Jesus value about the church, and how does that compare to what we value today? In this insightful episode of the Christian AF Podcast, Jesse, Jen, and Evan delve into the core question of values within the church. They explore the nuances of what Jesus might prioritize versus the values often emphasized in modern church communities.Throughout this thought-provoking conversation, the hosts examine specific examples like generosity, prayer, and high production ...
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Episode 110 - Faith v Belief
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered about the difference between faith and belief? In this episode of the Christian AF Podcast, Jesse, Jen, and Evan dive into the profound yet often misunderstood distinction between these two concepts. They explore how Western culture and Bible translations have blurred the lines between faith and belief, potentially fueling the rise of deconstruction within the church.Join the hosts as they discuss the implications of prioritizing belief over faith, the inf...
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Episode 109 - The Great Recoil
Send us a Text Message.Today we're talking about the great recoil (as Evan calls it). We've noticed that many churches have tried to recoil back into what was comfortable before the pandemic because it's comfortable instead of growing and evolving from that time. Is that ok? Should we be trying to create something more? What are the members of the faith community looking for in 2024? Let's discuss! EPISODE DRINKING NOTES:MODERNE PILSNER - Moderne Dune Brewing Co.Chicago, ILCzech Style Pilsner...
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Episode 108 - DAVID FITCH | Reckoning with Power
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Christian AF Podcast, hosts Jen, Jesse, and Evan sit down with David Fitch, an author, professor, and pastor, to discuss his new book, "Reckoning with Power: Why the Church Fails When It's on the Wrong Side of Power." The conversation covers a range of topics including the dynamics of power within the church, the impact of Christian nationalism, and the importance of humility and community in church leadership. Fitch shares insights into his theol...
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Episode 107 - Pastor's Kid Interview
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, hosts Evan and Jesse are joined by Courtney Bandeko and Benjamin Koppin, the talent behind the unconventional Christian film "Pastor's Kid." With Jen out sick, the duo navigates an engaging discussion about the film's daring approach to Christian storytelling, exploring themes of faith, struggle, and redemption in ways that traditional Christian films often avoid. From behind-the-scenes insights to deep personal revelations, this episode not only delves...
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Episode 106 - Practicing Spiritual Discipline
Send us a Text Message.What is the point of spiritual discipline? Do we need to read our bibles? Why do we need to PRACTICE discipleship? Isn't going to church and trying to be good Christians enough?The CAF podcast crew welcomes back Creig Day to help us work through a few of these questions and more.EPISODE DRINKING NOTES:WEST O BEER - Smoked Red AleWest Okoboji, IAAmericana Red Ale | 6.5% ABVFARMHAUS CIDER CO - Daily DryHudsonville, MIDry Cider | 6.4% ABVKROMBACHER - PilsKreuztal, GermanyG...
Customer Reviews
Laugh and Learn
If you’re looking for a space to dig into harder questions, but you don’t take yourself too seriously, this is your jam. These people are fun to listen to while they’re humbly tackling really important stuff. Good combo of host personalities. In a world that’s got LOTS to figure out, this is a good place to start.
Great podcast with fun hosts. Could use some host balance though
I like this podcast - I think they’re doing some good work here, and they seem like good people overall. Probably fun to hang out with. I don’t get bored listening, and I like that it’s not another bro fest with 2 guys just “uh huh”-ing each other and there’s a woman on to give her perspective.
That said, while I don’t think they mean to do it, the guys interrupt her a lot - and sometimes when she starts making a point from her perspective- especially when being a woman makes the experience different -they seem to just not believe what she says or that her experience is real, or don’t take it seriously. I don’t blame them personally and I don’t think they’re sexist - it’s one of those things that’s baked into us growing up, but I hope they’ll be mindful of it in more shows and do better over time.
Anyway, I will definitely keep listening!
Finding a way
I’ve been listening to this so for some time and I absolutely enjoy open conversations about this crazy faith we believe in. I have so many things but I really do enjoy this show. Thanks!!! Btw I’m the dude who tagged y’all on Instagram with numb and nummer.