Ep 56: What Attack on Titan Taught Us About Following Jesus
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
Release Date: 04/25/2026
Ep 61 Part 3: Community, Discernment, and Conversation
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
In this final episode of our series, we turn worldview analysis into a hands-on tool for community life and sharing our faith. Active discernment lets us spot cultural messages in trends and weigh them against Scripture. Moving from inspection to conversation means we invite others into gracious dialogue rather than aiming to win debates. Parents and mentors use this guide to train the next generation with media examples that build maturity instead of fear. Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 61 Part 2: Engaging Other Worldviews Through Media
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
In this second part of our series, we dive into how believers can safely test their worldview by exploring alternative ideas in pop culture and modern media. Our conversation uses low-stakes stories like fiction and movies, including Josh’s look at The Punisher, to examine grief and morality. We ask three core questions about each narrative: what story is told, who it’s for, and how it lines up with a biblical view. By checking resolutions in films like Zootopia and The Menu, we show how secular tales spot brokenness but point back to Gospel hope. Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 61 Part 1: Worldview Under the Microscope
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
We kick off our three-part look at building and inspecting a worldview by unpacking Romans 12:2 and why mindset shifts matter for growth. Our approach defines a worldview as a big-picture framework that needs humility and Scripture rather than status. We challenge the habit of quick agreement or rejection and instead test what we believe, drawing on Femi’s teen experiences with shows like Law & Order: SVU and The West Wing. Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 60 Part 3: Eternal Pursuits and Wisdom in Jay Kelly
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
We conclude this series on Jay Kelly's mid-life journey by exploring how Scripture provides a grounding perspective. Through key biblical parallels like running the race and counting the cost, we discuss themes of eternal pursuits, embracing wisdom, and reevaluating ambition. Jay's story prompts us to reflect on what it means to live a life that earns a "well done" rather than longing for a do-over. As we wrap up this series, we hope listeners are encouraged to align their lives with biblical truths. Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 60 Part 2: Unpacking the Punch of Jay Kelly
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
We dive deep into the audience dynamics of Jay Kelly, highlighting how it resonates with those facing life transitions like high school seniors or mid-career professionals. We also issue a caution about its intense themes of parental abandonment, which might be triggering for some. Our critical Rethink questions the film's ending, suggesting it could have packed a stronger emotional punch, and we explore the balance between godly ambition and maintaining healthy spiritual rhythms. Plus, we share insights on how to prioritize rest and emotional processing in our pursuit of God's kingdom....
info_outline
Ep 60 Part 1: Weighing the Cost in Jay Kelly
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
In this episode we cover the Summary and Message of the film Jay Kelly and explore George Clooney's portrayal of a fading movie star grappling with personal regrets. We discuss how Jay's journey across Europe with his manager Ron highlights the often-overlooked costs of chasing fame and success. Through Jay's reflections on family and legacy, the film prompts us to consider what truly matters in life. Ultimately, we're left pondering Jay's poignant question: "Can I go again? I’d like another one." Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 60 Pre-Show: Breaking Down the Manosphere
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
We kick off this series by discuss the wild world of the "Manosphere" and "Red Pill" communities to unpack what modern masculinity is really about. Then, we shift gears to talk about the movie Jay Kelly, where we challenge the idea of judging leadership by superficial traits and explore what true character looks like through a Christian lens. A big takeaway for us is the concept of leading from the knees, showing that biblical manhood is all about humility, not dominance. We wrap things up by connecting these deeper themes back to our own journeys and faith. Website: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 59: Passion vs. Obsession: Hidden Lessons You Didn't See in Hoppers
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
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...
info_outline
Ep 58 Part 3: Life Beyond the Clock, Lessons from In Time
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
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: Patreon:
info_outline
Ep 58 Part 2: Why Time Feels Scarce (And What to Do About It)
Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast
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: Patreon:
info_outlineIn 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