The Pilgrim's Perspective

Justin Cooper and Joe Moates
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Helping Christians develop a biblical worldview so they can live faithfully in a confused and changing world.

  1. 3D AGO

    The Machine in the Room: What AI Is Doing to Your Faith, Family, and Future | Ep 16

    Artificial Intelligence is no longer coming — it's already here, and it's already inside your home, your church, your teenager's phone, and your marriage. In this episode of The Pilgrim's Perspective, Joe, Pastor Justin, and Joe Moates tackle one of the most urgent conversations Christians need to be having: What does a biblically grounded faith look like in the age of AI?They break down the real dangers — from a Florida teenager who died by suicide after forming an emotional bond with a chatbot, to AI-fueled romance scams costing Americans over $1.3 billion, to churches quietly replacing pastoral care with algorithmic advice. But they also refuse to throw the whole thing out. They walk through the ways AI is actually being used for good — in ministry, evangelism, families, and discipleship.

    21 min

  2. APR 27

    We Reacted to your CRAZY Comments | Ep 15

    HEY! You commented, so we reacted! The flood gates were opened after we talked about Israel, so we answered a lot of the questions and comments you left for us. Continue to comment and send your reactions as we look at current events and trends through a biblical worldview!

    21 min

  3. APR 20

    Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and the Bible | Ep 14

    Antisemitism is rising — and it's not just coming from the left. Conservative voices, podcasters, and online influencers are reshaping how young Christians think about Israel, and most of them don't even know it's happening.In this episode, Joe sits down with Pastor Justin Cooper to open up Romans 9–11 and answer the question the church needs to be asking right now: Is God done with the Jewish people?🔑 In this episode:Why antisemitism is growing on the political rightZionism, replacement theology, and dispensationalism — definedWhat Romans 11 actually says about Israel's futureWhy God's faithfulness to Israel is the foundation of your eternal securityWhat the Bible requires of Christians toward Israel today📖 Romans 9–11 | Jeremiah 31 | Genesis 12If you've been getting your theology from a podcast instead of your Bible, this episode is your course correction.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode👍 Like if this blessed you💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we want to hear where you stand#Israel #ReplacementTheology #Dispensationalism #Romans11 #BibleTeaching #ChristianPodcast #EndTimes #Prophecy #JustinCooper #ChurchAndIsrael

    26 min

  4. MAR 23

    Christian Nightclubs & Christian Liquor Stores?! What Is Happening to the Church? | Ep 11

    In Episode 11 of Pilgrim’s Perspective, we discuss a growing trend in modern Christianity: the rise of Christian nightclubs, Christian liquor stores, and churches blurring the line between the holy and the worldly.Is this creative evangelism… or compromise?As culture pushes the church to become more casual and culturally relevant, many believers are asking an important question: Has the church become too worldly?In this episode we talk about:The rise of Christian nightclubs and entertainment-driven churchesThe controversy around Christian alcohol businessesWhat the Bible says about carnality and worldlinessWhy holiness and separation still matter todayThe responsibility of the church to remain distinct from the worldThe church was never called to imitate the culture — it was called to transform it through the gospel of Jesus Christ.Join us as we tackle one of the most controversial issues facing Christianity today.

    26 min

  5. MAR 9

    The Masculinity Crisis in the Church | Ep 10

    In this episode of Pilgrim’s Perspective, we tackle a growing issue both in culture and in the church: the disappearance of strong men. As headlines discuss war with Iran and global tensions rise, it raises an uncomfortable question: Are we raising men capable of standing when the moment demands it? But the deeper issue may not be in Washington. It may be in the pews. In this episode we talk about: • The cultural war against masculinity• Why churches struggle to reach men• The importance of biblical leadership• What real Christian manhood looks like• Why revival requires courageous men The future of the church will not be built by passive spectators. It will be built by men who stand.

    23 min

  6. MAR 3

    Online Sports Gambling: Fun, Freedom, or Financial Suicide? | Ep. 9

    Sports gambling isn’t in casinos anymore — it’s on your phone. In this episode, we talk about the rise of online sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings, the culture of parlays, and the real consequences we’re starting to see across America — including rising gambling addiction hotline calls and increasing debt among young men. We also discuss why the “get rich quick” mindset clashes with Scripture. Is it harmless entertainment?Or is it a trap disguised as fun? This is an honest, biblical conversation about money, discipline, integrity, and the future of a generation.

    33 min

  7. FEB 24

    Books That You Need to Read in 2026 | Ep 8

    In Episode 8, we share the books we’re reading in 2026 and the ones we believe will help you grow as a Christian, leader, husband, and father. We talk about spiritual formation, leadership development, discipline, theology, and practical growth. If you want this year to be different, you have to feed your mind intentionally. Reading shapes thinking.Thinking shapes decisions.Decisions shape your future. Build your 2026 reading list wisely.

    26 min

  8. FEB 16

    Why Are Independent Baptists Fighting? | Ep 7

    Why is there so much division among Independent Baptists? A listener asked us why it seems like there are two camps that constantly push against each other — and who’s actually right. In this episode, we unpack the roots of the tension, what’s cultural versus doctrinal, and how Christians should respond to disagreement without abandoning conviction or unity. This is a thoughtful conversation about discernment, separation, standards, leadership philosophy, and navigating conflict within the same movement.

    26 min
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Helping Christians develop a biblical worldview so they can live faithfully in a confused and changing world.

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  • Creator
    Justin Cooper and Joe Moates
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  • Episodes
    15
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    © Justin Cooper and Joe Moates
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