Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast

Josh K and Femi S
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The Parable Arrows Podcast: Where hosts Josh and Femi wrestle with stories to seek deeper truths. The Parable Arrows team engages a story such as a movie or show, spends time self reflecting, then connects to ask questions inspired by the story to better understand God and others. Find their original short fiction and additional content at: https://www.parablearrows.com/

  1. Jun 11

    Ep 59: Passion vs. Obsession: Hidden Lessons You Didn't See in Hoppers

    In this episode, we move beyond the plot of Hoppers to explore how the film's themes of stewardship and conflict resolution mirror our own walk as believers. We challenge ourselves and our listeners to distinguish between holy passion and destructive obsession, particularly when we feel the weight of the world's injustices. By moving from a place of accusation to cooperation, we learn to recognize that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against larger spiritual forces. We encourage you to reject the burnout of a 24-hour crisis cycle in favor of focusing on the specific work God has placed in your path. Ultimately, we anchor our reflection in the truth that because God cares for the smallest sparrow, He is intimately involved in the restoration of our own lives. Scripture References Mentioned Ephesians 6:12: Understanding our struggle against spiritual forces Proverbs 12:10: The righteous regard for the life of animals Psalm 50:10-11: God's ownership and claim over all creatures Exodus 20: The mandate of Sabbath rest for both humans and livestock Luke 12: Jesus' teaching on the sparrows as evidence of God's detailed care Website: https://www.parablearrows.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows CinemaTheology: https://youtube.com/@cinematheology3998

    53 min

  2. May 30

    Ep 58 Part 3: Life Beyond the Clock, Lessons from In Time

    This episode wraps up our series on In Time by exploring how the film's themes connect to Scripture and challenge our own posture toward time and wealth. We look at God's design for fairness, Zacchaeus's example of true restitution, and the warnings against hoarding that echo through James and the parable of the rich fool. We also reflect on Ecclesiastes and how the beauty of a finite life pushes back on the movie's hunger for immortality. We close with a prayer for integrity in power and a call to surrender our clocks to the One who holds eternity. Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    27 min

  3. May 30

    Ep 58 Part 2: Why Time Feels Scarce (And What to Do About It)

    In this second part of our series, we dive into who we think would love In Time and why it's such a great conversation starter for friends, students, and even faith-focused discussions. We rethink the movie's big ideas, from why tearing down a broken system without a plan rarely works, to how Christ's slow and personal revolution flips the script. We share personal reflections on time, friendship, and the trap of always feeling like we're running out of life. By the end, we talk about how embracing eternity changes the way we value every moment. Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    35 min

  4. May 30

    Ep 58 Part 1: Living on Borrowed Time, How In Time Turns Life Into Currency

    In this first part of our discussion on In Time, we dive into its wild premise where people stop aging at 25 and pay for everything with the time left on their lives. We chat about the movie's ideas on manufactured scarcity, social inequality, and how living with a literal ticking clock changes people. Even with its flaws, we think the movie nails its message that the system is totally rigged. Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    26 min

  5. May 30

    Ep 58 Pre-Show: The Perspective Game

    Welcome to the pre-show! We kick off this series by playing The Perspective Game to flex the imagination muscle before diving into this film talk. We swap perspectives on Disney villains, neglectful parents, and underappreciated sidekicks to see what new empathy we can uncover. From defending Captain Hook in court to calling out the Sultan for his parenting fails, it's a mix of laughs and thoughtful twists. We wrap up feeling ready to see our favorite stories and characters in a whole new light.   Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    21 min

  6. May 10

    Ep 57: Are You Consuming Media, or is it Consuming You?

    In this one, we dig into how almost everything in modern life feels marketed to us, from career goals to the version of "success" we're told to chase. We talk about the emptiness that can hit after reaching those milestones and realizing they don't deliver real freedom. We share how fiction and stories can help us process deeper struggles without feeling exposed and why being intentional with secular media can actually deepen our faith. Plus, we dive into Kendrick Lamar as a case study for how art can challenge and grow our spiritual conversations.   Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    32 min

  7. Apr 25

    Ep 56: What Attack on Titan Taught Us About Following Jesus

    In this episode, we dive into the world of Attack on Titan to talk about what it really means to count the cost of following Jesus. We explore how the Scouts' risky missions mirror the high-cost, high-reward call of discipleship. Along the way, we tackle the trap of over-policing media and why true spiritual growth comes through coaching and "inefficient" friendship. We wrap up reflecting on why slowing down to love people deeply is the only way to live out a Christ-like life in a fast-paced world. Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    32 min

  8. Apr 11

    Ep 55: Are Christian Movie Reviews Damaging Your Discernment? Outsourcing Spiritual Judgement

    In this episode, we dive into how rigid "black and white" labels in church culture can actually stunt our spiritual growth and dull our discernment. We swap stories (from Metallica tattoos to Law & Order: SVU) about how labeling art as simply "good" or "bad" keeps us from wrestling with the deeper questions of faith. We laugh about the shortcuts we've all taken in the name of "safety," and unpack how these habits can lead to a white-knuckled, yo-yo kind of Christianity. By the end, we remind ourselves that discernment is a muscle, and the only way to grow it is to actually use it.   Website: https://www.parablearrows.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

    29 min
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The Parable Arrows Podcast: Where hosts Josh and Femi wrestle with stories to seek deeper truths. The Parable Arrows team engages a story such as a movie or show, spends time self reflecting, then connects to ask questions inspired by the story to better understand God and others. Find their original short fiction and additional content at: https://www.parablearrows.com/

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