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Join VeggieTales and What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer and co-host Skye Jethani (author, speaker, pastor) for a fast-paced and often funny conversation about pop culture, media, theology, and the fun, fun, fun of living a thoughtful Christian life in an increasingly post-Christian culture.
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615: Taylor Swift’s Sacrilege & the Future of the Republican Party with Peter Wehner
05/01/2024
615: Taylor Swift’s Sacrilege & the Future of the Republican Party with Peter Wehner
Swifties are celebrating the record-breaking release of two new albums, but some conservative Christians are not happy. They’re accusing Taylor Swift of mocking Christianity and promoting witchcraft. Our resident Swiftie, Kaitlyn Schiess, explains the controversy. Then, former presidential speechwriter and contributor to The Atlantic, Pete Wehner, talks with Skye about the future of the Republican Party. Will the Trump spell ever break? Also this week—the end of America’s monoculture, and how dumb were dinosaurs? 00 - Intro 1:03 - Show Starts 2:15 - Theme Song 2:35 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - 3:36 - Sponsor - The Pour Over - Subscribe for free to news that points to eternal hope - 4:50 - Update on Phil 6:08 - Dinosaurs—Were They Smart? 13:00 - Is Taylor Swift Mocking Christians? 15:12 - Taylor Swift’s Bohemian Mishmash 18:12 - Artistic vs Political Usage of Biblical Language 23:13 - Taylor Swift and Kids 23:23 - Children and Public Spaces 31:02 - Portrayal vs Endorsement 35:18 - Everything is a Cult Now and 20th Century Communication Technology 40:17 - What Even is Mainstream? 44:27 - Labels and the Good Samaritan 50:14 - Choice and Community 55:43 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 56:42 - Sponsor - Go to and start your song – after you purchase, you’ll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That’s a $50 value! 58:13 - Interview 1:03:48 - What Radicalized the Republican Voter Base? 1:08:25 - Where There Signs 20 Years Ago That Radicalization Was Coming? 1:11:30 - Pro-Life Republicans Changing Their Stances? 1:22:20 - What’s the Future for the GOP? 1:33:58 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: T. Rex Was Probably About As Intelligent as a Crocodile Taylor Swift’s Religious Imagery for a Spiritually Syncretic Era Taylor Swift Mocks Christianity in Her New Album Everything’s a Cult Now Other resources: The Death of Politics: How to Heal Our Frayed Republic After Trump: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: Israel’s Error and College Protests
04/26/2024
French Friday: Israel’s Error and College Protests
The war in Gaza has carried on for longer than expected, and David French is starting to see parallels between Israel and the US military in the Iraq War—he thinks Israel could learn from what went wrong in Iraq. Then, David and Skye discuss the student protests and how universities are handling them—what’s civil disobedience and what’s lawlessness when it comes to protest? 0:00 - Theme Song 0:17 - Episode Starts 1:40 - America’s Mistake in Iraq 10:42 - Counter insurgency’s Importance 16:10 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to 17:08 - Israel’s Place on the World Stage 21:08 - What Are Israel’s Goals? 30:22 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at 31:30 - Are the Pro-Palestine Protests Free Speech? 43:32 - What the Administrations Are Faced With 51:08 - Gaza Protests Vs. January 6th 1:02:00 - End Credits Links Mentioned in Episode Israel is Making the Same Mistake America Made in Iraq Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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614: The Rise of Raunchy Christians & Avoiding Civil War with Tracy McKenzie
04/24/2024
614: The Rise of Raunchy Christians & Avoiding Civil War with Tracy McKenzie
Previously puritanical evangelicals are increasingly embracing profanity and lewd content. A recent New York Times article explores possible explanations ranging from politics and the culture wars, to the internet and the decline of churches. Also, fewer people are reading books, and that’s a challenge for Christian traditions rooted in literacy, education, and the Bible. How do we make disciples in a post-literate culture? Then, more people are comparing our divisive culture to America just before the Civil War. Are we heading toward a national divorce—or worse? Historian Tracy McKenzie is back to share lessons and warnings from 19th century America. Plus, new developments as the turducken turns. 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to 0:37 - Intro 1:56 - Show Starts 3:10 - Theme Song 3:31- Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 4:36 - Stronger Men’s Conference Story Continued 14:46 - Raunchy Christians 23:23 - Children and Public Spaces 33:00 - Literacy and Discipleship 35:38 - Hearing vs. Reading the Bible 42:23 - Can Churches be the Antidote for a Lonely, Digital World? 51:13 - Integrating Technology and Scripture 55:17 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 56:03 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 57:03 - Interview 59:03 - Can We Compare Today and 1850? 1:03:21 - How Has Media Affected Current Politics? 1:15:16 - The Role of Conspiracy Theories 1:24:42 - Why Were We More Unified in the Past? 1:35:00 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: John Lindell and Mark Driscoll Biblical Literacy in a Postliterate Age The Raunchy Christians Are Here Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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613: Driscoll, Dawkins, & Political Discipleship with Curtis Chang
04/17/2024
613: Driscoll, Dawkins, & Political Discipleship with Curtis Chang
Atheist Richard Dawkins has said he doesn’t believe one word of the Christian faith, but he now considers himself a “cultural Christian” and wants to defend the Christian values of his country against the influence of Islam and immigrants. Does this represent an alignment between the New Atheists and Christian Nationalists? Curtis Chang shares about “The After Party”—the new curriculum he’s developed with David French and Russel Moore to help Christians focus on hope and humility rather than partisanship. Also this week, Mark Driscoll gets booted from a men’s conference. And another infraction by a Florida man with a Bible. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Mariah W. Stewart 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Show Starts 3:02 - Theme Song 3:23 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:35 - Florida Man Scales Tower with Bible 12:00 - Mark Driscoll Kicked Off Stage After Calling Sword-Swallower a “Jezebel Spirit” 22:35 - Richard Dawkins, the “Cultural Christian” 36:40 - Dusty Deavers, the Country Singin’ Senator 46:06 - Pray for the Middle East 50:46 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to 51:54 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at 52:55 - Interview 1:04:34 - The “What” vs the “How” 1:16:26 - Four Quadrant of Political Engagement 1:27:19 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Florida Man Climbs Cell Phone Tower Sword-Swallower on a Pole and Mark Driscoll Richard Dawkins and Cultural Christianity Other resources: The After Party: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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612: The Religious Vacuum, Politics, & the Powers with N.T. Wright
04/10/2024
612: The Religious Vacuum, Politics, & the Powers with N.T. Wright
This week we’re discussing a series of articles exploring what we’re gaining and losing as fewer Americans are committed to religion and attending church. Even some non-believers are beginning to worry that the decline in religion may not be good for society, but does it also represent a new opportunity for the message of Christianity? Then, N.T. Wright is back to discuss his new book with co-author Michael Bird, “Jesus and the Powers.” While everyone knows mixing faith and politics can be dangerous, Wright says there’s also a danger when we refuse to mix them. He talks to Skye about what the Bible says on matters of church and state, and why we should defend liberal democracy despite its many problems. Also this week: Is the sun alive? And a Florida man shares the Bible at Walgreens on Easter. 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to 0:35 - Intro 1:21 - Show Starts 3:08 - Theme Song 3:30 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - 4:34 - Kaitlyn’s new show announcement! 8:08 - Curiously, Kaitlyn Trailer - Go to to check it out! 10:15 - Florida Man Strikes Again (with a Bible) on Easter 13:43 - Does the Sun Dream of Electric Sheep? Consciousness and the Sun. 19:43 - The Cost of the Churchgoing Bust 28:52 - How Trump Fills the Secular Void 44:19 - Is Trumpism Emptying Churches? 52:24 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 53:28 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 54:33 - Interview 56:02 - Why Doesn’t Separation of Church and State Work? 1:14:02 - Does the Kingdom of Heaven Imply There Will Be No Government? 1:17:10 - When Should Christians Submit to Governing Authorities? 1:24:56 - The Value of Liberal Democracy 1:30:15 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Florida Man Arrested for Hitting Manager with a Bible on Easter The Sun’s Consciousness Trump is Emptying Churches How Trump Fills a Void in an Increasingly Secular America The True Cost of the Churchgoing Bust Other resources: Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies by N. T. Wright and Michael F. Bird: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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611: Trump’s Bible, Biden’s Easter, and Climate Change for Christians with Katharine Hayhoe
04/03/2024
611: Trump’s Bible, Biden’s Easter, and Climate Change for Christians with Katharine Hayhoe
The newest Holy Post team member, Esau McCaulley, joins Phil and Skye to discuss two stories that caused outrage from both ends of the political spectrum during Holy Week. Trump is selling an American flag-wrapped Bible, and the Biden administration honored “Transgender Visibility Day” on Easter. And why are Catholic Charities being attacked for helping immigrants? Then Skye talks to atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe about how her evangelical faith led her to become a climate scientist. She says combating global warming is part of our call to love our neighbors and care for the least of these. Plus, an “emerging behavior” on Twitch grabs Phil’s attention. Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview 0:00 - Sponsor - Richmont Graduate University - Join a Christian mental health counseling program! Use referral code HOLYPOST at checkout to skip the application fee. Go to 0:35 - Intro 1:54 - Show Starts 3:45 - Theme Song 4:06 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to 5:02 - Esau the Hufflepuff 8:56 - News of the Butt, Twitch 14:41 - The “God Bless the USA” Bible 38:36 - Catholic Charities Targeted by Far-Right 49:09 - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 50:20 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 51:25 - Interview 54:51 - What Changed Things for Katharine Heyhoe 1:03:49 - Are Evangelicals the Stumbling Block for Stopping Climate Change? 1:25:26 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: “God Bless the USA” Bibles Threats to Catholic Charity Staffers Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: TikTok Ban & Who Should Hold the Reins of Social Media
03/29/2024
French Friday: TikTok Ban & Who Should Hold the Reins of Social Media
A recent bill to ban TikTok was passed in the House with bipartisan support. Skye talks with David French about the arguments for and against the bill, the likelihood of it passing the Senate, and why Trump claims China is America's biggest threat, and yet he still opposes the TikTok ban. Then, Skye and David break down two recent Supreme Court cases about social media content regulation. Should social media companies have complete control over what is posted on their platforms, and is it ok for the government to ask these companies to take down certain posts? Holy Post Plus - Getting Schooled 0:00 - Theme Song 0:17 - Show Starts 1:11 - Tiktok's Security Risk 8:33 - Bipartisan Support 13:49 - Trump's 180 on Tiktok 19:27 - Will Bipartisan Agreement Last? 24:51 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 25:55 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout 27:07 - Regulating US Social Media 41:19 - Do Companies Have to Host Speech? 51:59 - The Monopolies 1:05:24 - The Wrap-Up 1:09:36 - End Credits Other resources: What Trump's TikTok Flip-Flip Tells America by David French: Holy Post Events: Holy Post Website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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610: Learning to Disagree Respectfully with John Inazu
03/27/2024
610: Learning to Disagree Respectfully with John Inazu
Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade almost two years ago, the debate about abortion has taken on new dimensions. Factions within the pro-life camp are now battling each other. Could they break apart the Religious Right? Then, Kaitlyn interviews professor of Law and Religion, John Inazu, about his new book, “Learning to Disagree.” He says our differences don’t have to become divisions, which is a timely message in an election year. Plus, is Indonesia hiding a secret island of Hobbits? And a new documentary asks if Jesus was a vegetarian? Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Maria W. Stewart SKYEpod - What Improv Teaches Us About Faith 0:00 - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 0:55 - Intro 2:29 - Show Starts 5:20 - Theme Song 5:42 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at 6:49 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at 7:53 - Christspiracy—Was Jesus Vegan? 15:45 - Homo Floresiensis Skeleton Found in Indonesia 25:02 - Does Personhood Start at Conception? 41:23 - Why “Life Begins at Conception” is a Misleading Phrase 1:00:00 - Sponsor - Pro Grace - Go to to get resources 1:01:56 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 1:03:00 - Interview 1:15:40 - Is it Our Job to Change Someone’s Mind? 1:22:42 - Why Ignoring Our Differences Doesn’t Help 1:31:34 - Dropping Our Self-Protective Impulse 1:35:19 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Was Jesus Vegetarian? “Hobbits” in Flores, Indonesia? Other resources: Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empanth and Respect by John Inazu: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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609: Rebounding Pastors, Shifting Evangelicals, & Rethinking Christian Media with Jon Houghton
03/20/2024
609: Rebounding Pastors, Shifting Evangelicals, & Rethinking Christian Media with Jon Houghton
After a number of difficult years and dismal statistics, a new report from Barna says pastors are on the mend. Another book about “ex-vangelicals” has been released. Does it have anything new to add to the conversation? And a record number of Latinos in the U.S. are leaving Catholicism to become Pentecostal evangelicals. What does it mean for the future of the church? Then, Holy Post Media’s CEO, Jon Houghton, joins Skye to discuss how he’s leading the organization, why Christian media needs to change, and the new projects launching this year. Plus, Wrinkle the duck, Albert the alligator, and an "audacious scheme" with super sheep. Genesis Explainer Video Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Macrina the Younger 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Show Starts 2:10 - Theme Song 2:31 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 3:51 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 5:03 - Petitions to Change News of the Butt 6:18 - Animal News, Wrinkle the Duck in a Buc-ee’s 10:16 - Animal News, Giant Blind Alligator Swims with Children 13:22 - Animal News, Montana Mountain King, the Giant Super-Sheep 20:25 - Are the Pastors Doing Better? 25:06 - The Exvangelicals 38:42 - Are New People Coming to Evangelicalism? 49:17 - Latinos Moving from Catholicism to Evangelicalism 54:56 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to Blueland dot com slash HOLYPOST 56:02 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at 57:10 - Interview 59:12 - Why Did Jon Houghton Want to Join the Holy Post? 1:03:09 - Why Did We Hire Jon Houghton to Join the Holy Post? 1:10:05 - Why Are We a For-Profit Company? 1:18:37 - Directions for Projects Going Forward 1:22:36 - Kaitlyn Schiess’s New Show 1:34:49 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Duck Banned from Buc-ee’s Albert the Alligator Swam with Children and Was Seized by Authorities Giant Sheep Clone, Montana Mountain King Hopeful Increase for Pastors “Exvangelicals” Book Latinos Flock to Evangelicalism Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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608: Defining the Gospel & Who’s a “Real” Christian with Matthew Bates
03/13/2024
608: Defining the Gospel & Who’s a “Real” Christian with Matthew Bates
Earlier this year, John MacArthur said that Martin Luther King Jr. was “a nonbeliever who misrepresented everything about Christ and the gospel.” Last week, Justin Giboney responded with an article in CT explaining why MacArthur was wrong about MLK. This leads Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye to ask when is it appropriate to define who is, and who is not, a true Christian, and what criteria should we use? Theologian Matthew Bates is back to discuss his new book, “Why the Gospel?” He defines six popular “malformed” gospels, and why bypassing the importance of Jesus’ kingship is dangerous for the church. Also this week—A Christian musician from Ireland claims Taylor Swift is satanic, and beware of the bonnacon! Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Changing Minds 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 0:56 - Intro 2:46 - Show Starts 5:05 - Theme Song 5:27 - Sponsor - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 6:34 - News of the Butt 12:47 - Taylor Swift Satanic Ritual 21:57 - John MacArthur on Martin Luther King Jr. 48:46 - Should We Ask Who Is or Isn’t a Christian? 51:23 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 52:21 - Sponsor - Tyndale - Order the Study Life Application Study Bible today at 53:25 - Interview 54:19 - Why the Gospel? 59:49 - The Kinghood of Jesus 1:06:41- Christ Installed on the Throne 1:37:43 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Animal with ‘Amazing Flatulence’ Found in Medieval Book Taylor Swift is Engaging in Satanic Rituals in Live Shows, Christian Artist Claims: ‘Music is Dangerous’ Why John MacArthur is Wrong About MLK Mass Deportation of Immigrants Destroys More Native-Born American Jobs Than They Create Other resources: Why the Gospel? Living the Good News of King Jesus with a Purpose by Matthew W. Bates: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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607: The Gift of Disillusionment with Mike Cosper
03/06/2024
607: The Gift of Disillusionment with Mike Cosper
CORRECTION - The initial audio file uploaded this morning was missing the last 10 minutes. If your phone automatically downloads the episode, remove the download and then redownload it, and that should take care of the issue. Sorry for the inconvenience! 607: Are you feeling disillusioned about your faith? About your church? You’re definitely not alone. Creator of “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” podcast, Mike Cosper, is back to talk about his new book, “Land of My Sojourn,” and how he came to embrace disillusionment as a gift. Also this week, Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss a new article trying to define and differentiate Christian Conservatism from Christian Nationalism. And they use these definitions to interpret Donald Trump’s recent remarks to the National Religious Broadcasters. Plus, Italy is using DNA testing to catch canine public offenders. Holy Post Plus Welcome Esau McCaulley to the Team 0:00 - Intro 2:03 - Show Starts 3:20 - Theme Song 3:42 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 5:02 - Sponsor - Hatch - Form better bedtime habits today with Hatch—$20 off and free shipping when you order the Restore at 6:09 - Sam the Eagle 7:46 - Announcement 10:50 - News of the Butt - Dog Poop DNA Test 18:06 - Christian Nationalism vs Christian Conservatism 35:34 - Conservative, Nationalist, or Blasphemous Game Show 57:46 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 58:44 - Sponsor - Tyndale - Order the Study Life Application Study Bible today at 59:47 - Interview 1:01:51 - Land of my Sojourn 1:08:08 - Why do we stay in denial? 1:17:54 - Seminary Preacher’s Sons 1:22:58 - Who Does Church Planting Draw? 1:37:43 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Christian Conservatism vs. Christian Nationalism Trump Revival of Christian Power Speech Other resources: Land of my Sojourn: The Landscape of a Faith Lost and Found: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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606: Alabama Embryos & Catechizing Kids with Todd Hains & Natasha Kennedy
02/28/2024
606: Alabama Embryos & Catechizing Kids with Todd Hains & Natasha Kennedy
Last week the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created for in-vitro fertilization have the legal status of children, essentially ending all IVF treatments in the state. Some are applauding the ruling as both a morally and theologically consistent affirmation of human life. But others, including some Christians, are saying the pro-life movement is taking things too far. Then, how do we teach kids the core doctrines of the Christian faith when most adults in our churches don’t know them either? Kaitlyn interviews the creators of a new series of children’s books designed to catechize both kids and their parents. Also this week, a new survey suggests Christian Nationalism is in decline, but we think the data is hot garbage. Holy Post Plus Holy Post Office - Should We Submit to Pastors? 0:00 - Intro 2:13- Show Starts 3:47 - Theme Song 4:09 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 5:14 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at 6:25 - Jesus and Candy 8:42 - Alabama IVF Law 35:27 - Poorly Phrased Christian Nationalism Survey 48:57 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 49:56 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at 51:05 - Interview with Todd Hains & Natasha Kennedy 54:06 - Importance of Catechesis 56:51 - Getting it Published at Lexam 1:03:22 - Not Dumbing it Down 1:08:11 - The Approach to the Illustrations 1:27:07 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Ryan Burge Article Christianity Today Article Other resources: FatCat Books: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: Biden's Age & MAGA's Violence
02/23/2024
French Friday: Biden's Age & MAGA's Violence
David and Skye discuss the upcoming primary election—if most people agree that Biden is too old to hold office, why hasn’t he stepped down? Would a different vice president give voters more confidence? Pastors, doctors, and politicians are routinely threatened with physical violence by MAGA—is this our fault for not standing up publicly against this behavior? 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Episode Starts 0:40 - Biden’s Age 11:14 - Ezra Klein Suggests Democrats Leave Biden 21:33 - Is It Too Risky to Drop Biden? 30:21 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 31:43 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 32:53 - Trump’s Dedicated Base 37:52 - MAGA’s Violent Threats 44:02 - Silence Permits MAGA Violence 52:33 - Republicans and Career Self-Preservation 57:12 - Local Churches Need Courage 1:06:35 - End Credits Links Mentioned in Episode Democrats Have a Better Option Than Biden MAGA’s Violent Threats Are Warping Life in America Other Resources Visit our website at Support us and find premium content by going to The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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605: Market-Driven Christianity & Abortion Beyond Politics with Angela Weszely
02/21/2024
605: Market-Driven Christianity & Abortion Beyond Politics with Angela Weszely
A new book argues that the rise and decline of the Contemporary Christian Music industry helps explain the political idolatry of many Christians, and Karen Swallow Prior says the biblical manhood industry is a scam. These stories lead Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn to discuss whether American evangelicalism is defined more by consumer markets than by theology. Angie Weszely, the CEO of ProGrace, is back to talk about how the church can actually create a culture of life after the overturning of Roe. She says we need to stop seeing abortion as primarily a political and legal issue, and instead recognize that it’s also a pastoral, practical, and emotional one. Also this week, why does Tucker love Russia? And Trumpers ’n sneakers. Holy Post Plus - Getting Schooled - Revelation 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 1:10 - Intro 2:53 - Show Starts 3:49 - Theme Song 4:09 - Sponsor - Pro Grace - Go to to get resources 5:29 - Skye’s Theory on Tucker Carlson 10:06 - Trump’s Snazzy Gold Sneakers 13:09 - CCM as a Reflection of American Christianity 43:49 - Biblical Manhood Industrial 54:33 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 15% off your first order by going to 55:39 - Sponsor - Go to and start your song – after you purchase, you’ll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That’s a $50 value! 57:10 - Interview 59:25 - Why “Should it be Legal” Isn’t Enough 1:07:58 - Ending vs. Banning Abortion 1:12:57 - Communicating without Shaming 1:19:04 - The Power of Grace 1:29:32 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: How Contemporary Christian Music Explains American Christianity The ‘Biblical Manhood’ Industry is a Scam Links: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: Holy Post Events: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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604: Faulty Foot Washing & Pagan Christianity with Nijay Gupta
02/14/2024
604: Faulty Foot Washing & Pagan Christianity with Nijay Gupta
The “He Gets Us” campaign ran a Super Bowl ad showing culture war combatants washing each other’s feet. It has conservative Christians upset and non-Christians confused. Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye react to the ad and unpack the many ways we misunderstand the meaning of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet. Then, New Testament professor Nijay Gupta is back to discuss his new book “Strange Religion” about what made early Christianity so weird and compelling. He explains what Roman religion looked like before Christianity, and how those pagan values and practices are returning. Plus, Chinese spy pigeons and swearing parrots. Holy Post Plus 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 1:11 - Intro 2:41 - Show Starts 3:29 - Theme Song 3:51 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 5:02 - Skye and U2 in Las Vegas 10:27 - Foul-Mouthed Fowls 16:50 - Spies in Disguise as Pigeons 21:40 - Foot-Washing Superbowl Ad 47:08 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 48:09 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - 49:16 - Interview 51:38 - Strange Religion 1:05:31 - What was Roman religion like? 1:13:40 - Modern Pagan Christianity 1:32:15 - End Credits Links: Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: Holy Post Events: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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603: The Politics of Fear & Rethinking the Cross with Brian Zahnd
02/07/2024
603: The Politics of Fear & Rethinking the Cross with Brian Zahnd
Well, here we are again. The very same arguments that were rolled out by MAGA Christian leaders to justify supporting Donald Trump in 2016 and 2020 are back again in 2024. A new article in the Christian Post says America’s survival depends on Christians voting for Trump. Why do these fear tactics still work? Then, it’s true that all politicians lie, but PolitiFacts says Trump is a league of his own. And scientists explain why negative polarization in our politics may have evolutionary origins. Then Skye interviews pastor and author, Brian Zahnd, about his new book, “The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the Cross.” He draws from art, literature, movies, and music to help us see the many facets of what Jesus really accomplished on that old rugged cross. Also this week, an early church father liked big couches and he cannot lie. Holy Post Plus Bonus Interview with Brian Zahnd - 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - Show Starts 2:33 - Theme Song 2:56- Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 4:15 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 5:27 - Recapping the Liveshow 8:05 - News of the Butt 11:54 - Trump the Unreliable Watchman 28:18 - The Roots of Polarization 38:24 - Fatalism in America 47:53 - Sponsor - Songfinch - Go to and start your song – after you purchase, you’ll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That’s a $50 value! 48:53 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 50:35 - Interview with Brian Zahnd 53:41 - Brian Zahnd’s Background 58:53 - America as a Religion 1:04:50 - Poetic Theology of the Cross 1:15:50 - The Paganization of the Cross 1:31:20 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment With Desantis Out, Can a Christian Support Donald Trump? What Politifact Learned in 1,000 Fact Checks of Donald Trump Science is Revealing Why American Politics Are So Insanely Polarized America’s Lack of Faith in Our Collective Power is a Bigger Problem Than Trump Additional Resources: The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the Cross Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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602: When Vischer Met Reiner
01/31/2024
602: When Vischer Met Reiner
A new documentary hits theaters on February 16 about Christian Nationalism called God and Country. It features Phil and Skye, and many other Holy Post contributors. The executive producer of the movie is legendary actor, producer, and director, Rob Reiner, who’s created classics like The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, and A Few Good Men. Reiner is a well-known supporter of progressive political and cultural causes and he’s not a Christian, which has triggered an avalanche of criticism from conservatives against those featured in the film. In this episode, Phil talks to Rob Reiner and Dan Partland, the director of God and Country, about why they made the movie, why they affirm Christians who are politically engaged but criticize Christian Nationalism, and what they hope the documentary accomplishes. Skye and Kaitlyn then join Phil to debrief the interview. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - The Worship Wars 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - Show Starts 4:28 - Theme Song 4:50 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 5:56 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at 7:05 - Prefacing the Interview 9:55 - The Interview Begins 13:42 - How the God & Country Documentary Came To Be 27:05 - Faith and Voting 31:40 - What is Christian Nationalism? 37:43 - The First Culture War Show 46:00 - Who Decides What Counts as Progress? 56:45 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 57:43 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at 58:52 - Debrief Begins 1:32:15 - End Credits Links: God & Country Movie Trailer: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: Why D.E.I. is the New C.R.T.
01/26/2024
French Friday: Why D.E.I. is the New C.R.T.
Lately, there’s been lots of talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)—sometimes as a virtuous initiative and sometimes as a boogeyman. Even Elon Musk weighed in, presenting it as a threat to our safety. Is this just another baseless moral panic? What are the potential pitfalls of DEI? David French joins Skye Jethani to discuss the issue. Plus, David French introduces, “The After Party,” a new curriculum to help Christians engage politics in a more thoughtful, humble, and hospitable way. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Show Starts 0:32 - D.E.I. 37:32 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life. Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at 38:50 - The After Party 1:01:48 - End Credits Other Resources: This is the Actual Danger Posed by D.E.I. - The After Party - Other resources: Support us and find premium content by going to The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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601: Never Church Evangelicals and Hopeful Politics with Michael Wear
01/24/2024
601: Never Church Evangelicals and Hopeful Politics with Michael Wear
Evangelical voters have long supported Republican candidates, but who identifies as an evangelical Christian has changed over the years. A recent article written in The New York Times by Ruth Graham and Charles Homans argues that Trump is attracting a different kind of evangelical - one who loves their country and believes in God, but doesn’t actually go to church. Katelyn Beaty joins Phil and Kaitlyn to discuss the trend and why they aren’t as concerned this election cycle as previous ones. Then, Kaitlyn sits down with Michael Wear to discuss his new book, The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life. He explains how he uses the teachings of Dallas Willard to talk about how Christians should engage in politics and what it would look like to place our politics under our spiritual formation. Also this week, an Alabama man gets stuck in a vase. Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Bible Reading Plans 0:00 - Intro 1:37 - Show Starts 3:14 - Theme Song 3:39 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 4:54 - Man Stuck in Urn 11:29 - New Year’s at Applebee’s 13:44 - Prince William Told to Abdicate 18:54 - Trump Attracting Unchurched Evangelicals 52:04 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your Lenten devotional from World Relief and learn more about the Path Community 53:16- Sponsor - Songfinch - Go to and start your song – after you purchase, you’ll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That’s a $50 value! 54:58 - Interview with Michael Wear 1:33:41 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Alabama Man Stuck in Decorative Urn Breaks His Silence: Prince William Told to Back Christianity or Abdicate: Trump Is Connecting With a Different Type of Evangelical Voter: Other Resources: The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life. Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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600: Not Debating Trump & Being Like Jesus with John Mark Comer
01/17/2024
600: Not Debating Trump & Being Like Jesus with John Mark Comer
It’s been nearly a decade since Donald Trump descended on his golden escalator and turned conventional wisdom about evangelical political values upside-down. Bonnie Kristian has a new article arguing that the only one’s still fighting about whether or not to support him are the “evangelical elites,” but for average evangelicals the debate about Trump is over. John Mark Comer is back to discuss his new book, “Practicing the Way.” He talks with Skye about the high cost of non-discipleship, and the unique ways ministry can malform a young pastor’s soul. Plus, scientists in the UK discover that most people can talk chicken. Holy Post Plus Skyepod - Drew’s News Bonus Interview with John Mark Comer 0:00 - Intro 2:33 - Show Starts 3:54 - Theme Song 4:15 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 5:20 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 6:30 - Chicken Talk 18:53 - The Trump Debate is Dead 49:39 - Sponsor - Blueland - Take advantage of their best sale of the year for up to 30 percent off your entire order, go to 50:45 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at 51:46 - Interview with John Mark Comer 1:26:10 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: The Trump Debate Is Dead Other resources: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become like him. Do as he did. By John Mark Comer Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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599: Paganism Returns & a New New Testament with Scot McKnight
01/10/2024
599: Paganism Returns & a New New Testament with Scot McKnight
As Christianity declines in cultural influence what is taking its place? A recent article in The Atlantic written by Rabbi David Wolpe argues that paganism is on the rise, but it takes different forms on the cultural left and right. Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss the trend and why it may actually be good news for the church. Then, professor Scot McKnight returns to talk about his new translations of the New Testament called “The Second Testament.” He explains why his version uses odd language like “the Heavens’ Empire” instead of “the Kingdom of Heaven,” and why our familiarity with the Bible causes us to misread it. Also this week, scientists retract a claim about avocados, and Phil has a public service announcement about navel stones. Holy Post Plus Scot Mcknight Bonus interview 0:00 - Intro 1:29 - Show Starts 4:51 - Theme Song 5:06 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 6:31 - News of the Butt Retraction 12:44 - Belly Button Public Service Announcement 16:16 - The Return of the Pagans 56:10 - Sponsor - Songfinch - Go to and start your song – after you purchase, you’ll be prompted to add Spotify Streaming for your original song for FREE! That’s a $50 value! 57:49 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 59:05 - Interview Intro 1:03:58 - The differences in McKnight’s translation 1:15:05 - Why make the translation harder to read 1:3:28 - End Credits Links Mentioned in the News Segment: The Return of the Pagans Other resources: The Second Testament Pivot: The Priorities, Practices, and Powers That Can Transform Your Church into a Tov Culture Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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598: Mailbag: Picking Churches, Candidates, & Careers
01/03/2024
598: Mailbag: Picking Churches, Candidates, & Careers
Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn begin the new year by answering listener questions. They address how to make important decisions from picking a church to picking a candidate. If you disagree with a worship song in a church gathering should you still sing it? They share some of their favorite movies with redemptive themes, what alternative careers they’ve considered, and how they maintain relationships with people they disagree with. Plus, Skye shares why he thinks sermon-centric Sundays are a problem and what the alternatives are. Kaitlyn offers advice to theology students and explains the difference between biblical studies and theology. And Phil really likes menopause metaphors. Holy Post Plus Extended Mailbag 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Show Starts 3:00 - Theme Song 3:20 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 4:30 - Sponsor - Get 10% off your first month at 5:33 - Show Resumes 9:00 - What career would the team change to? 14:54 - Which candidate to vote for if you don’t like either? 21:55 - Advice for those pursuing biblical scholarship 30:15 - Criteria for picking a church 46:15 - What would replace the sermon in a church service? 1:03:43 - What non christian movie should every Christian watch? 1:10:15 - How do we maintain relationships with people we disagree with? 1:16:44 - End Credits Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: Why Fundamentalism is Growing
12/29/2023
French Friday: Why Fundamentalism is Growing
We often associate fundamentalism with strict religious beliefs and practices. But David French says fundamentalism isn’t really about what someone believes, but how they believe it. He talks to Skye Jethani about the three traits that mark every form of fundamentalism—including the non-religious variety: certainty, ferocity, and solidarity. They unpack the legitimate desires that draw people into fundamentalism, and what’s happening in American culture that may be driving more people to embrace the extremes of fundamentalism on both the right and left. Plus, they share the antidotes that can protect us from this trend. 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 1:17 - Theme Song 1:34 - Characteristics of Fundamentalism 34:34 - Why Fundamentalism is Growing 48:34 - Free Speech and College Campuses 1:08:38- End Credits Other resources: David French: Why Fundamentalists Love Trump Support us and find premium content by going to The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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597: Holy Post Live!
12/27/2023
597: Holy Post Live!
New Testament professor, award-winning author, and New York Times columnist Esau McCaulley joins Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn for a special year-end episode with a live studio audience. They review what happened in 2023 and offer their picks for the most important news stories of the year. Topics range from Tim Keller’s passing, the navel-gazing of American evangelicalism, and the comfort of Cracker Barrel biscuits. They offer predictions for 2024. Esau joins the audience to play three hilarious rounds of “Bluff the Listener.” And, a 57-year-old woman experiences an “adverse event” in an MRI machine. Holy Post Plus Hear the full version of “The Rise and Fall of Plinky Pete” 0:00 - Sponsor - Calvin University Register for the January Series at Calvin University today at 1:06 - Intro 2:02 - Theme Song 2:24 - Show Starts 3:30 - News of the Butt 8:40 - Welcome Esau! 11:40 - Phil’s story of 2023 24:16 - Kaitlyn’s story of 2023 37:20 - Skye’s story of 2023 49:50 - Esau’s story of 2023 1:02:36 - 2024 predictions 1:10:35 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 1:11:43 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 1:13:16 - Bluff the Listener 1:33:12 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: Why a bucolic Tennessee suburb is a hotbed of ‘Christian Nashville-ism’ The Rev. Timothy Keller, Pioneering Manhattan Evangelist, Dies at 72 What’s lost when religion becomes a ‘luxury good’ Other resources: Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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596: The Surprising Origins of Christmas in America with W. David O. Taylor
12/20/2023
596: The Surprising Origins of Christmas in America with W. David O. Taylor
If Jesus is the reason for the season, why do most Christians celebrate Christmas at home with their families rather than at church? David Taylor, a professor of culture and theology at Fuller Theological Seminary, joins Skye to discuss the origins of Christmas in America. He says Queen Victoria, Charles Dickens, and Coca-Cola have done more to influence how we celebrate the birth of Jesus than gospel writers. And he explains why the Puritans who first settled in America believed Christmas was satanic. Speaking of Satan, we have an update on the Satanic Temple display in the Iowa State Capital. The Texas Supreme Court made a controversial, and confusing, ruling about abortion. And what happens when Americans say they’re more religious but they are less likely to engage in religious practices like attending a church? Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Saint Nicholas 0:00 - Intro 1:29 - Show starts 3:57 - Theme Song 4:18 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community 5:37 - Live Show Recap 11:14 - Satanic Statue Decapitated 22:01 - Texas Abortion Case 44:09 - Republican and Democrat attitudes towards Religion 56:33 - Sponsor - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 57:44 - Sponsor - Magic Spoon - Go to and use code HOLYPOST to get $5 off 59:23 - Interview Intro 1:05:28 - The Puritan’s impact on Christmas 1:09:18 - Queen Victoria’s impact on Christmas 1:17:23 - Charles Dickens impact on Christmas 1:26:44 - Christmas in America Today 1:35:36 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: Satanic Temple says part of display in Iowa Capitol 'destroyed beyond repair' Religion as a Cultural and Political Identity 5 things to know about the latest abortion case in Texas Other resources: THE LIGHT HAS COME: PRAYER CARDS FOR ADVENT, CHRISTMAS AND EPIPHANY Daily Advent Devotionals by David Taylor Why Putting Christ Back in Christmas Is Not Enough Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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595: Iowa’s Satanic Panic & Finding Faith Amid Bad Religion with Todd Hunter
12/13/2023
595: Iowa’s Satanic Panic & Finding Faith Amid Bad Religion with Todd Hunter
The Satanic Temple has been allowed to erect a temporary display in the Iowa State Capitol, provoking some conservative evangelicals to double-down on their commitment to Christian Nationalism, and others to rethink the scope of religious liberty. Kaitlyn responds to an article accusing her, and other authors, of promoting a “loser mindset” among Christians. And are Phil and Skye conspiring with a God-hating Hollywood producer to destroy the church? Then, how do we deal with the unique pain caused by bad church experiences? Bishop Todd Hunter discusses his new book, “What Jesus Intended: Finding True Faith in the Rubble of Bad Religion.” Holy Post Plus Getting Schooled - Matchmaking 101 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Show starts 3:32 - Theme Song 3:54 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 5:03 - Rob Reiner Drama 23:56 - Satanic Display 39:43 - Does Kaitlyn have a loser mentality 52:13 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 53:18 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 54:54 - Interview Intro 1:01:17 - Dealing with church hurt 1:11:03 - The Kingdom of God 1:23:12 - How to be a faithful participant in church 1:32:12 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: Rob Reiner will release a film about Christian nationalism. It includes A LOT of evangelical talking heads and “influencers” Satanic displays have no place in government buildings Against the Loser Mentality Other resources: What Jesus Intended: Finding True Faith in the Rubble of Bad Religion by Todd Hunter Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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Are the Kids Alright? EPISODE 6: Tenx10 and the Importance of Relational Discipleship with Ray Chang
12/08/2023
Are the Kids Alright? EPISODE 6: Tenx10 and the Importance of Relational Discipleship with Ray Chang
Whether you're a parent, a youth pastor, a teacher or a young person yourself, you've probably seen all of the headlines concerning Gen Z. Rates of depression and loneliness are surging, their relationship with technology is kind of troubling, and they are leaving the church in droves. We've talked about these trends a lot on the Holy Post, but we're not alone. Tenx10 is a new collaborative discipleship initiative whose mission is to make faith matter more for this younger generation. We've partnered with Tenx10 to create this series and to hear from experts in each episode about the challenges young people and those who care about them are facing. Kaitlyn sits down with Ray Chang to wrap up the series and talk about the work of Tenx10 0:00 - Theme Song 0:18 - Intro 1:05 - What is Tenx10 15:21 - Tenx10 Info - Go to tenx10.org for resources on how to help the younger generation care more about faith 16:37 - Relational Discipleship 28:56 - The future of the Church 44:04 - End Credits Links and Resources Tenx10 - Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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594: How Fear & Greed Corrupted American Evangelicalism with Tim Alberta
12/06/2023
594: How Fear & Greed Corrupted American Evangelicalism with Tim Alberta
Conspiracy theories, political idolatry, church divisions, and pastoral burnout. How do we explain what’s happened to the evangelical movement in America? Tim Alberta is a political journalist and staff writer for The Atlantic. His new book, “The Power, the Glory, and the Kingdom,” looks at how evangelicalism lost its way. As an evangelical himself, Alberta says fear and greed created the conditions for extremism to take over the movement. Also this week, surprising data after the Dobbs decision shows birthrates are up in states that banned abortion, but overall abortion rates nationwide are also higher. And should we use ChatGPT to interpret the Bible? Kaitlyn’s new article says probably not. Holy Post Plus Extended Tim Alberta Interview 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - Show starts 2:13 - Theme Song 2:35 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - Get 10% off your first month at 3:45 - Are abortion rates increasing or decreasing 26:25 - Should AI interpret Scripture 48:13 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to or use code HOLYPOST at checkout. 49:25 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get 30% off your first order by going to 50:38 - Interview Intro 55:20 - What made evangelicals feel under siege 1:06:00 - Pervasive greed 1:13:00 - How Trumpism is impacting the local church 1:30:06 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: Our abortion video from 2020 - The Daily: Ending Roe Was Supposed to Reduce Abortions. It Didn’t. on Apple Podcasts - Why Do We Want AI to Interpret Scripture? Other resources: The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism by Tim Alberta - Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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French Friday: The 14th Amendment & the Evangelical Approach to Politics
12/01/2023
French Friday: The 14th Amendment & the Evangelical Approach to Politics
A number of cases are being fought in the courts right now over whether Donald Trump violated the 14th amendment and if he should be allowed on the ballot in the 2024 election. David French and Skye Jethani discuss the history of the 14th amendment, break down the current cases against Trump, and talk about the likelihood of the Supreme Court hearing the case, and what decision they might make. Then, they talk about new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and his view on how the Bible informs his politics. Have Evangelical Republicans lost their way by focusing too much on what they think the Bible says about issues and policies, and not enough on what the Bible actually says about virtues? 0:00 - Theme Song 0:17 - History of the 14th amendment 14:00 - Current lawsuits against Trump 30:40 - Likelihood of the Supreme Court hearing the case 46:10 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to to receive 50% off your first order 47:20 - The Evangelical approach to politics 1:04:37- End Credits Other resources: David French: ‘MAGA Mike Johnson’ and Our Broken Christian Politics Support us and find premium content by going to The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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593: Pro-Israeli, Pro-Palestinian, Pro-Peace with Todd Deatherage
11/29/2023
593: Pro-Israeli, Pro-Palestinian, Pro-Peace with Todd Deatherage
With a spike in antisemitism around the world since the October 7th attack in Israel and the horrible scenes of Palestinian suffering in Gaza, Jews in the U.S. are wrestling with what it really means to be pro-Israel. Phil and Skye are joined by Holy Post pundit Mike Erre to discuss a thought-provoking sermon by American Rabbi Sharon Brous. She asks, is it possible to support one’s own tribe without diminishing the human dignity of others? And how does this relate to Christian communities who feel “under siege” in America? Then, former State Department official, Todd Deatherage, shares about his 15-year effort to help Americans understand that the Israeli-Palestinian situation is not a zero-sum conflict. He says evangelicals need to stop viewing Israel as a “lucky rabbit’s foot,” and embrace a vision for biblical peacemaking in the region that is both pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian. Holy Post Plus Holy Post Office - When to take a Bible verse literally vs metaphorically 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - Show starts 4:46 - Theme Song 5:02 - Sponsor - With God Daily 6:46 - Rise of anti-semitism 13:42 - Oppressors or Oppressees 51:14 - Sponsor - Aura Frames - Visit and get 30 dollars off their best-selling Carver Mat frame with the code HOLYPOST 52:20 - Sponsor - AG1 - Get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to 53:53 - Interview Intro 1:03:19 - American Evangelical’s relationship with Israel 1:14:34 - Pro Israel and Pro-Palestine 1:35:19 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: The Ezra Klein Show: The Sermons I Needed to Hear Right Now on Apple Podcasts Bari Weiss’ speech at The Federalist Society Other resources: The Telos Group - Voxology podcast - Holy Post website: Holy Post Plus: Holy Post Patreon: Holy Post Merch Store: The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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