Let The Bible Speak: Recent Episodes
Henderson Palmer, Josh Elder, John Chetta, Mike Leblanc
There are many voices in this world that seek to influence and guide us, but God has given us the Bible to be the primary voice in our lives. This podcast is about letting that voice speak.
We are starting a series of podcasts all based around the brokenness we often find in the church and the damage it can do. Today we start with talking about a protective mechanism for this which is being real and authentic.
We continue with the testimony of Paul and Coral Parsons who speak about going from evangelizing to gangs to moving to the suburbs in Louisiana. If you are interested in their men's gathering or women's gathering you can find out more on facebook:
Men's:https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuYFsLWb/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Women's:
https://www.facebook.com/share/14tab7MbABb/?mibextid=wwXIfr
In this two-part episode, we speak with Paul and Coral Parsons about their incredible journey to God and sharing the gospel in dangerous places. If you are interested in their men's gathering or women's gathering you can find out more on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuYFsLWb/?mibextid=wwXIfr
https://www.facebook.com/share/14tab7MbABb/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Josh John and Zach follow every rabbit down every trail. If you figure out what this episode is about, please let us know at letthebiblespeakpodcast@gmail.com
Its hard to say what this episode is about as Josh and John are catching up after a few weeks off. They talk entertainment, gospel ninja's, and a bunch of other random musings.
Zach believed that Henderson was not real, but now Henderson is back. Of course, it is on an episode where John and Josh are out. Steve Tujaque Sr. also joins us to talk about collaboration in ministry.
This is a special episode because it is the first time Josh and John are both not in it! Gerardo and Zach, sound engineers extraordinaire, fill in for Josh and John.
Avid listener, Josh's brother Lee, joins the episode to talk about the podcast from a listener's perspective. If you want to write us and let us know your own perspective please do! Our email is letthebiblespeakpodcast@gmail.com
Jacob and Hailey, two of Josh's kids join us on the podcast to tell us about their faith journey and what it's like being the child of a pastor.
In this random musing episode, Josh and John talk about John's AI Assistant and when the church spends their energy more or programming than discipleship.
Jackie Woodrow joins us to talk about taking a leap of faith and leaving behind a successful career to follow the plan Jesus has for her. If you want to support Lifewise in our area or donate, as discussed in the podcast, the links are below, click on "give" to donate:
https://lifewise.org/program/2201650-st-tammany-parish-west-region/
https://lifewise.org/program/2201650-st-tammany-parish-central-region/
In this random musings episode, Josh and John talk about some public figures who have started to take their Christian faith seriously.
Nick Chetta joins us to talk to us about God's guiding hand in his life and what it was like growing up with such a mess-up like John.
On this random musing episode, John and Josh speak about facing depression and difficulty and how God can help when things get dark.
Seth Stiles joins us on the podcast. Seth is becoming a missionary for theological education to pastors in Central America and the Caribbean Region. If you want to support Seth's work you can follow this link:
https://give.abwe.org/worker/11127
or contact Seth at Seth.stiles@abwego.org
On this Random Musings episode we cover the gambit of AI, the moon landing, flat earth, and finish with actual good thoughts about the love of Jesus.
Alicia Stickles, executive director of No Heart Left Behind (a biblical counseling ministry) joins the podcast to share her journey with God and how she ended up leading a non-profit. If you or someone you know is looking for Biblical counseling, you can find more information at www.noheartleftbehind.com
Steve Kang was a Buddhist who converted to Christianity after having a near death experience of hell. You don't want to miss this testimony. Steve has written a book describing his experience call "8 Hours in Hell". You can follow him on Instagram @stevekang97
Pastor Raidel Banos (translated by Francine Oynes) joins us on special bilingual podcast. He tells us the amazing story of his conversion in Cuba and the current state of the church in Cuba. If you want to support Pastor Raidels church you can give through St. Timothy on the Northshore, just make sure to designate "Cuba Missions".
There has been a lot of talk lately about Israel and the relationship Christians should have to it. Some have said support for the nation of Israel is required for Biblical reasons, others have gone as far to make Israel into the great villain of the world. What does the Bible say?
Riley Kehoe tells her amazing story of surviving a Tsunami, her faith journey to ministry with her husband Jack, and having a courageous faith. Riley and Jack record a podcast "Called For More". You can find out more at https://www.rileywithcourage.com/ or follow Riley on her instagram @rileywithcourage
When Josh invites a random person he has never met on the show, what happens? This episode we find out that everyone has a God story. What is yours? If you want to get connected to our guest Madi Starns (or support her in ministry), you can find her on instagram @tangifca
Do we spend time with God? How do we make room in our busy schedules to spend vital time with the Lord? John and Josh discuss this.
Rob Russell joins us to talk about his journey with God and the ministry of the Northshore Gospel Network that he is involved in.
We took the podcast on the road, live in front of an audience for a men's dinner at Walheim church. Special Guests we never met before, stuffed bears, and a Q and A.
John's mom Corinne joins us, proving John came from somewhere, and that God can do amazing things in people's lives. You won't want to miss her story.
Taylor Ohler joins us to talk about his journey to a sober life and the start of he and his wife Cayla's business The Dry Oak. To find out more about Dry Oak check out their Instagram
THIS THURSDAY (1/29/26) John and Josh will be at Waldheim Methodist Church in Waldheim Louisiana to do a LIVE podcast for their men's dinner from 6-8. If you are a fan of the show, come join us.
Zach, our new sound engineer, joins us on this podcast to talk about going from relying on his family's faith to claiming his faith for himself.
Doug Brooks joins us today to share how God has been faithful through the good times and the bad times in business. Doug has a long history of the rising and falling of success and shares what he has learned.
Corey Steele joins us to talk about his story and being the director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in the New Orleans area.
John and Josh speak publicly for their livelihoods. Some people even think they preach well (mostly family). They both share their experiences in this 150th episode on preaching and public speaking.
We are continuing to offer our preshow for our listeners as a preview of what our subscribers will get. In other words, we are convincing you to NEVER become a subscriber. This is our 150th episode and we won some awards! We aren't sure how real they are, but we are going to act like they are daytime Emmy's.
Bailey joins us on the podcast again to share how the Lord has been moving in her life. She talks to us about a social media fast and the benefits of living a little more disconnected.
We are going to be starting a subscription for extra content on Spotify to listeners who want to support us. So we wanted to give our listeners a taste of that extra content. Is it worth it? Probably not. But we are going to do it anyway.
Kim rejoins us on the podcast to talk about how God has been moving her to speak out about bitterness. These are things we all struggle with and God can help us!
How do we forgive? How do we know we have forgiven? Josh and John share their own struggles with forgiveness.
Well we planned to have a second episode on engagement and marriage but with John and Josh you never know where you will end up. We talk about technology and AI. Without morality are we in trouble with technology?
Alainna is back on the podcast with some exciting news! We follow every squirrel we can in this "squirrel people" episode.
John and Josh went to Cuba and have stories about what they saw. It was quite the encounter with God in Cuba.
David shares his powerful testimony about overcoming consuming anger in his life. Gods transforming power in on display in this story. David is also an author, and you can find his works on Amazon.
Don and David join us to talk about the current persecution in India and the ongoing work of the ministry of Talitha Cumi. https://faithsharing.international/donate
People often come out every few years telling us that there are lost books of the Bible. Most can be disregarded, but what about Enoch? It can make a Christian feel like the Bible they are reading isn't complete. We talk about all these things on this episode.
Elizabeth Vinturella joins us to tell us about the heart-breaking loss of her daughter Samantha, and the amazing ways God was still present in the midst of great tragedy. This is a podcast you do not want to miss.
We discuss the tragic events surrounding Charlie Kirk's murder. We talk about the interaction of faith and politics and discuss what a Christian should do. This is not a time to be timid but to be bold for what we believe as Christians.
Charlie Cole felt the calling from God to start Como retreat, a place for people to get away, disconnect from the world, and reconnect with God. In this busy, technological world sometimes we just need to get away and rest. If you are interested in experiencing this God-blessed place you can find more information at https://www.comoretreat.org/
We had no guest, no John and no Henderson, but God always provides. Friends recruited to come at literally the last-minute join Josh, but we find out, God always has his plans. Elke Digby, Jessica Zeringue, and Annalisa Latino join the podcast.
Sometimes we want to hide the difference that Christ has made in our lives, but when we hide it, we are hiding him. We start off with some shenanigans as usual.
Henderson is back on the podcast after a little hiatus, and we get caught up with how he has been doing in ministry and how to work God's ground.
Claire Martin is our special guest. She tells us about the brokenness she experienced as a child that later God used to help others. Her mess became her message.
John and Josh are back together! They talk about the nerve that Josh and Cameron hit on their last podcast. And they ask the question, "Are we taking sin to lightly in our lives?"
Cameron and Josh start off by talking about "fake it until you make it" language, and then delve into the serious topic of sinning willfully against Christ.
John and Cameron talk about how to approach parenting from a Christian lens. Are we setting the example before our kids.
John, Cameron, and Alainna try to fill the massive gap left by Josh and Henderson's absence but of course, fall short. They have a lively discussion of how to practically use your faith in life.
Joe Barnard joins us all the way from Scotland. He has written a book meant to speak to men who are considering faith. Joe's first book "The Way Forward" is an excellent resource for Christian growth.
Brandt Quick who is the CEO and President of Bquick Athletic Development talks to us about calling and living with God given purpose. https://www.facebook.com/bquickathleticdevelopment
Ryan joins us to tell us his God story to recovery. If you are struggling, just know that you are not alone, and there is a God who loves you and will guide you home.
Cynthia Widlitze joins us to tell us her amazing story of recovery of multiple open-heart surgeries and how 16 minutes can change our lives. To find out more about Cynthia go to her website 16-minutes.com
There are often doors we try to open but God closes, but when God opens a door nobody can shut it. Pastor Larry Lucas, who is the newly installed pastor at Bethel Reformed Methodist in Covington Louisian, joins the podcast to talk about his journey with open and closed doors.
Are there any dangers to AI? What's the cost to a technology like this. We talk about this and are normal shenanigans.
Josh, as a youngest child, can't stand being left out. So, since he was out last episode, he and John talk about the secret topic that Cameron, John, and Henderson would not reveal last episode. Enjoy their random musings.
How should we ready and study scripture? How important is context and historical understanding? Can we do without it?
In our journey with God, you experience a lot of highs and lows. John, Henderson and Josh talk about how we keep our faith up when we are low, and the reality that you cannot stay in the high moments forever.
Don, a catholic priest in India, joins us to talk about the amazing work that he and others do for those who are trapped in the sex trafficked world. If you would like to support their ministry, you can donate through https://faithsharing.international/
Marie-Rudd Gregory joins us to share her story of the loss of her daughter Brooke. Can we find God in the worst of circumstances? Out of that tragedy Marie has started a ministry called Brooke It Forward. You can find out more on their website https://brookeitforward.org/
Yaileen tells us an amazing story of God's grace in the middle of turmoil and suffering. This is one you don't want to miss. Everyone has a story.
Hear the story of a man who grew up in a Muslim family and became a Christian pastor and physician to the poorest of the poor in Uganda. If you want to support Dr. Emma's ministry you can give through https://engagehope.kindful.com/ and choose "malnutrition clinic" in the drop down window.
The things of God are often very serious, but if you have listened to us long enough you know we tell a lot of jokes. We talk about the line with that and get into some theological mysteries with our special guest Cameron Wetzel!
In this episode, John and Josh talk about how to help if you are struggling through scripture. It's something we all can experience and is not always a bad thing.
It's a minus episode (just John and Josh)-John and Josh discuss vocabulary, geography, and when helping someone actually does them no good.
Sometimes in life things can appear very bleak and we can get into a whole. What do we do when we are there? John talks about that place he found himself and how he got out.
If you want to support Esther, you can give through St. Timothy on the Northshore in Mandeville, sttimothyns.org Please note somewhere in your giving that it is for Esther or Kenya, etc.
When it's just Josh and John it's hard to know what they are actually talking about as they cover every thought that pops into their heads. So just sit back and enjoy the randomness.
Born in El Salvador and moving to the U.S. at a young age, Gerardo has quite the story of faith in his life. He also happens to be our talented production engineer!
Josh found his notes on the dating of Christmas and the farthest date of December 25th he could find referenced was in 200 A.D. from Hippolytus of Rome
“23.3. For the first advent of our Lord in the flesh, when he was born in Bethlehem, was December 25th,3 Wednesday,4 while Augustus was in his forty-second year, but from Adam, five thousand and five hundred years. He suffered in the thirty-third year, March 25th,5 Friday,6 the eighteenth year of Tiberius Caesar, while Rufus and Roubellion were Consuls.” Hippolytus of Rome 202-211 A.D.
We finish going deep on our testimonies with Josh's story. Josh had a Paul on the road to Damascus type of experience. Is God's presence really enough to change you?
We have a special guest, Lee Elder (Josh's Brother) on the podcast. Even when people don't think they have a special testimony, you find the God of the Universe at work!
We go deep into Henderson's testimony, and you really don't want to miss this one. God is so good to us!
Doug is a master carpenter and happens to be John's Dad. He also served as a police officer for many years. He speaks to us about being a servant in life.
Chris is an avid hunter and has an amazing testimony or transformation. How do we keep on track for God's purposes in our lives?
Paige has a unique job of teaching kids in the juvenile detention system. How do you bring your faith into such a controlled environment? We discuss this and more :)
We celebrate our 100th episode of Let the Bible Speak! We have heard so many awesome testimonies through the years and wasted so much of your time together we just wanted to say thank you!
You never know what will be said when it's just John and Josh. We take on the complicated topic of immigration. The Bible has loads to say on this topic!
Sometimes even when things go wrong there is a silver lining. Mike Linstead's story is too good not to share, but we had issues with the audio! We know you have come to expect a certain level of professionalism from us and we are not going to disappoint you!
John, Henderson, and Josh take on a tough topic on whether a Christian can lose their salvation once they have been saved by Jesus. This topic has divided entire denominations and Christians have disagreed (sometimes vehemently) about the answer. We try to Let the Bible Speak and make this more than just a theological conversation.
Bailey joins us on this episode of Let the Bible Speak. She tells us her story of being reignited in faith by a God who loves us. She also hosts a podcast called Livin' On A Prayer https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/livin-on-a-prayer/id1743815497
In this episode we deal with the tough topic of abortion. What does the Bible say about abortion. The Bible does have things to say about this and it's important that we not shy away from them. We start with our normal tom foolery and then get into a serious discussion.
Henderson, Josh, and John catch up with each other about what's been going on in our lives, and we talk about the loss of free speech in Europe.
Josh Miller joins us on this episode to tell us of his journey from being a Navy Seal to a Campus Outreach pastor. If you want to support his ministry you can find out how at https://cobirmingham.org/josh-miller or contact him at Josh.miller@campusoutreach.org
We have a special guest on the podcast, Steve Tujaque, Sr. who runs a foundation called "In Jesus Name" that seeks to help others in the name of Jesus. John, Henderson, and Josh talk to Steve about creating a legacy that isn't for our own name but to lift high the name of Jesus.
Josh mentions a song by Rita Springer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSUBAqvbq6k#ddg-play
On this minus episode (Just John and Josh), we talk about an attempted assassination of President Trump and politics in the church. But it takes a while to get there :)
In this uplifting episode (kidding) John, Alainna, and Josh deal with death and how the Bible speaks about losing someone we love. Of course, we do it in our normal squirrel like way.
One is a lonely number, and Josh is without John, Henderson and Alainna. But Levi Holder has come in to tell his story. Finding your way when your young can be difficult but especially in the times we are living in. Be Bold!
Many churches and people are leaving the United Methodist Church. What has happened? How did they get there? John, Alainna, and Josh talk about their own experiences in leaving the United Methodist Church.
So often we are looking for better answers than pray, turn to God...do we believe God is enough? Henderson, John and Josh talk about this on the latest episode.
Meet Alainna's brother Laeth Haddad! What does the faith journey of a young college student look like? We find out.
John, Alainna and Josh (and maybe Hunter too) share about what their mothers have meant for their faith walk and challenge each other to a mother's day contest. Whose mother will answer the phone?
We are releasing our anticipated worldwide sensation Let The Bible Speak theme song. And we talk about AI and what the Bible has to say when it comes to this technology.
Our sound engineer Hunter joins us on the show! This is an episode you don't want to miss. Hunter's story shows the power of God to transform a broken marriage and family.
The Pro Church Tools Show with Brady Shearer: An Honest Conversation With Elevation Church’s Copywriter on Apple Podcasts
Starts at 21 minutes
We all have barriers in our hearts to Jesus. Henderson, Josh and John talk about why we need to roll those away. We finish the podcast by touching on the Elevation Church controversy and John grills Josh :)
Why is Easter important? Alainna, John and Josh talk about the resurrection of Jesus and why it matters.
When Alainna, John, and Josh get going you never know where we are going to end up. However, at some point we talk about God and inviting him into our worship and lives.
Pastor Maria Durso from Saints Church in Brooklyn, NY, joins us on the podcast for an amazing testimony that you will not want to miss.
Henderson, John and Josh talk about hearing the voice of God. What about if we don't hear his voice?
Dwight Woodard has seen and studied a lot in his life. What brought him back to his faith? On this episode we hear Dwight’s story and the whisper of the Holy Spirit.
Our complaint correspondent Alainna Haddad shares with us some beef she has with Christian’s online. How do we share Jesus without coming off like miserable people?
Vance Hughes and his father-in-law Benny DiChiara share the amazing testimony of Vance's conversion to Christianity. This is one you don't want to miss. Check out Empower (Benny's Christian Rock Band) at rockin4jesus.com and listen to Life Songs Radio to support Vance :)
Henderson, John and Josh follow rabbit trails and produce what may be the greatest podcast of all time (humbling speaking). You never know when it's just the three of us.
We welcome Senator John Kennedy who talks to us about the role of faith in government work. We are grateful to the Reminding Coffee and Creative House for sponsoring this show! https://thereminding.com/
The person who said they listened to Bob Ross since a child to go to sleep was none other than Kid Rock
A close friend of Henderson's, Nathaniel (Brother), was recently released from prison after many years and sits down to talk to us about his faith walk and what Jesus can do in any one's life.
“23.3. For the first advent of our Lord in the flesh, when he was born in Bethlehem, was December 25th,3 Wednesday,4 while Augustus was in his forty-second year, but from Adam, five thousand and five hundred years. He suffered in the thirty-third year, March 25th,5 Friday,6 the eighteenth year of Tiberius Caesar, while Rufus and Roubellion were Consuls.” Hippolytus of Rome 202-211 A.D.
This is the quote Josh skewered! Shows you how pastors get things wrong :)
For more information on Kairos Prison Ministry go to https://www.kairosprisonministry.org/ or email Boomer at Kairos_30@yahoo.com
Never before released episode from our archives (sounds way more legitimate than it is). There is a lot of things to worry about today...how do we deal with all the fear and the apparent decline of the church in the U.S. The Bible does have something to say.
We hear part of the amazing story of Phoenix Bigler and his family through the eyes of a third party witness, Officer Ed Masters. Lieutenant Master's has quite the amazing story as well.
Sometimes we just need to take one step in our walk with God to make a change. Henderson shares about OFF TO, one foot front the other. And Josh and John follow too many rabbit holes as per usual.
We are releasing an unreleased episode from the archives! John and Josh talk about leading when you are tired and don't feel like it.
We have a guest we just met, but Kim's story and the story of her son Phoenix will be sure to be one of the most powerful testimonies we will have ever heard. Enjoy!
Are we in the end times? It's a question we hear a lot. What does the Bible say about all this?
We planned on talking about leading boldly, but you know us, we followed a rabbit trail, and this time never came back. The Bible still spoke. :)
Today, a special guest joins us on "Let The Bible Speak", Michael Sprague who works as a chaplain to many of our government leaders both at the state and local level. He speaks to us about discipling leaders.
BIG NEWS, Let the Bible Speak is going on the road! Saturday October 7th from 3:30-5:00 at the Bogue Falaya Park in Covington for the Bluesberry Festival (the Reminding Stage). Go to www.thebluesberryfest.com for more info. Today, a special guest joins us on "Let The Bible Speak", Alainna Haddad, and we talk about leading when you are young. How does the Bible speak to this?
A special guest joins us on "Let The Bible Speak", Pastor Chris Fryou whose journey has taught him lessons on leading in suffering.
Henderson is out, so you know what that means...a minus episode. John and Josh take on worshipping even while you are in distress.
As Christians we are called to watch out for each other and care about each other. But how do those conversations go. On this episode we model how we might check in with each other and our relationships with God.
A special guest joins us on "Let The Bible Speak", Pastor James Mitchell from St. Timothy, to share what he has learned about church leadership over the years.
Today we have a special guest Shane O’Hara. Shane runs a ministry called Team 5:18 and was a big part of Henderson’s early walk with Christ and works alongside Henderson today. He shares with us some thoughts on worship.
The three of us continue our series on worship with the way the Bible often talks about worship as bowing down
We are grateful to get Henderson's better half on the podcast! This finishes up our series on Marriage as we hear about Crystal and Henderson's story of faith in God and each other.
In this episode we are starting to talk about worship with a special guest, worship leader Alainna Haddad. We are in a new recording studio at the Reminding Coffee Shop (which is now open so check it out).
We continue our marriage series with just the three of us talking about Christian marriage looking at the scriptures.
On this episode we talk about Spiritual Warfare. *Warning that this episode contains some adult themes.
We are looking at Christian Marriage in the scripture. Dr. Elder joins us to tell us about her faith walk and marriage with Josh
What about praying on behalf of other's? Today we talk about intercessory prayer, where we speak to God on behalf of others.
What does it mean to pray in the Spirit? The Bible talks about it but it isn't so clear. Studying the scriptures gives us some insight.
Pastor Mike Leblanc joins us in person! Early in Let the Bible Speak Mike shared letters with us from prison but he has been set free and he shares quite a testimony with us.
We have a special guest! Bryan, a long time friend of John's, and score writer, comes on to discuss his faith walk and dealing with questions and the intellectual side of our faith.
We interrupted are regularly scheduled programing (always wanted to say that) to bring you the last two weeks episodes on the Asbury Revival, but now we are back on schedule with our second podcast on prayer.
We are joined by Elise, Genevieve, and Charlie, students at Asbury College, who have been a part of the work of God in Kentucky. They share their experience.
On this special episode John, Josh, and Henderson talk about revival and what’s going on at Asbury, and Josh and John’s experience there.
We realized we never finished Cameron's story and want to finish looking at the authority of scripture!
Cameron Wetzle, a youth pastor at St. Timothy on the Northshore, joins us and tells us his compelling testimony as we continue our series on Authority.
Authority is an issue for everybody. Who is in charge of us, who is our authority? We see what the Bible says about this.
We get to hear from our friend, Jason Wood, pastor of faith Presbyterian and all around smart guy. His story of faith is a little different from ours. He tells us why the scripture is important to him.
Our first guest Mr. Arthur shares his incredible testimony and why the Bible is important to him.
We are ending our series on religious hypocrisy by looking at the core issue of unclean hearts.
With Henderson out we deal with a difficult subject, because the Bible has a lot to say.
We continue looking at religious hypocrisy by looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where religious hypocrites do everything to be seen as great.
We start a new series on being hypocrites! It is one of the great pitfalls in being a believer in Christ and Jesus has a lot to say about it.
What does the Bible say about forgiveness? How should we look at forgiving and being forgiven. This is our first episode in a series on forgiveness.
We continue looking at why a good God would allow us to suffer with suffering under our own sins.
We begin to look at the big question of how a good God could allow suffering. What does the Bible say in answer to this?
How do we deal with being offended? As Christians, if there a time to be offensive to people? What is the line?
There seems to be something missing from our culture today in large quanitities...grace.
We begin to talk about what the world says we need to be saved from and what the Bible says we need to be saved from.
When Henderson is out, John and Josh have an extra discussion on miracles. Enjoy this bonus episode!
The world talks to us about the individual being everything, or the community being everything. Which one is it? What does the Bible say?
We finish our series on race and what the Bible has to say to us about racial reconciliation and forgiveness.
What does the Bible have to say about our obligations to each other when we see wrong happening in the world? How does that relate to what the Bible says on race? This is what this episode is all about!
In this episode we are exploring how we are to look at the subject of race. The Bible is not silent on this issue! It informs how we are to see the world and each other including those of different races.
2:25 Henderson tells us his amazing story of coming find God in a jail waiting to be sentenced. 21:26 John tells us about his own conversion and the miracle that he is here at all! 36:24 Josh tells us about his encounter with God and how it changed the way he saw the scriptures.