Live From The Path: Recent Episodes
Live From The Path
Just some guys that love Jesus and have a lot of fun talking about it. Apologetics, games, comedy (well, attempted comedy) and advice.
It’s a Pizza Hut week, 30 minutes or less. Enjoy some quick advice and go about your day.
episode 550
The post Britches in Heaven first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, Ethan Huffey joins us in studio to talk about delivering Bibles to the villages of Peru. Also, he joins us for a fresh round of Secular vs. Solomon and we give some advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a man with an intrusive concierge and another man who has a fiance who tells long, long stories.
episode 549
The post The Peruvian Gambling Ring first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, is it possible to read too much Bible? What about the risk/rewards of using supplemental material like videos, commentaries and other things to help with Bible study. Plus, when Paul says in 2 Corinthians that he went to the 3rd heaven, what does that mean?
No advice this week, but we take a couple of Bible quizzes. You’ve been warned.
episode 548
The post Why Not The Second Heaven first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, encountering the stories of God administering physical judgment on His own people in the Old Testament can be difficult to understand. How do we understand the seeming differences between the things that Jesus points us to and the scenarios of judgment and justice we see in the Old Testament. Plus, 7 habits to break if you want to get along with your kids when they’re older and a Dear Live From The Path segment that asks whether husbands should be required to accompany their middle-aged wives to the dance club.
episode 547
The post Justice is Mine first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, is baptism necessary for salvation? And, is worry and anxiety sinful? And if that doesn’t tickle your feathers, we tie up the show with some advice on Dear Live From The Path, including an extended set of Russian bird impressions at the end.
Feedback for the show? Call or text us at (515) 577-0085
The post Birdcage first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, Mike has a visceral reaction to Bitcoin. Plus, Boova asks the pastors whether Judah was a jerk or a savior when he sold his brother to the Ishmaelites. And, how the state of the church might be more like Weekend at Bernie’s.
Finally, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a man who only showers every 3 weeks and a wife who wants to be on the deed of her house because her husband holds it over her.
The post Weekend At Bildad’s first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, parts of the Bible we’re always reading, fighting to understand, and then seem to lose by the next time we revisit (here’s looking at you incident where Moses’ wife had to circumsize their son to save her husband’s life). Also, trips to Tijuana and Zimbabwe bring reminders of the power the Gospel work out there to be done and the energy and intentionality needed to do it.
Finally, Dear Live From The Path addresses a mom who is upset that her son married an uncultured gadabout who doesn’t do chores or enjoy American holidays.
episode 544
The post The Bible Confuseth first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, there’s an uproar over the Olympic Last Supper in Paris. Plus, would you agree to portray the crucified Jesus in a live re-enactment if someone ask you to? Finally, we swapped out Dear Live From The Path with the popular internet alternative, “Am I The Donkey’s Behind?”.
episode 543
The post The Olympic Supper Club first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, Ben and the Thrift Store Priest tackle how to think about your addictions/compulsions/desires that are hurting you but you just can’t shake. Also, how Ben totally got scammed on Facebook (to the tune of $60) and why Satan and the archangel Michael tussled over Moses’ body.
Plus advice on Dear Live From the Path from a lady wanting to know if she should agree to be a guy’s side piece and what to do with people who continue to give you absolutely terrible advice.
episode 542
The post Solo Contendere first appeared on Live From The Path.
In this episode, we’re talking about the problem with a Christian FAT shirt, what you think about when you pray, and whether Christians have a responsibility to speak out on social medial when something of consequence happens in the world.
Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post The Antagonistic Bison first appeared on Live From The Path.
In this episode, Will the Sickle joins us in studio to talk about whether it’s ok to bring your good deeds to others’ attention to make sure they know you did it because you care about them. Also, a skeezy pastor gets the boot, a Missouri church advertises for starting a militia, and Boova wants to know why Judas had to identify Jesus with a kiss.
Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a grandpa who appears to hate his family and a lady who wants to know if she should pursue a relationship with a man who clearly said he wasn’t looking for marriage or a commitment.
episode 540
The post You Can Buy Me Phalanges first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, end times prophecies in the Old Testament, a resurgence of Biblical plagues, and Ben thinks aliens are likely. Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path for a woman who knows her friend is cheating on her husband and wants to figure out how to get away from the situation without providing a reason to the husband, who is also her friend.
episode 539
The post Murph and the End first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, trying to convince folks to follow Jesus when the reality is that they often aren’t rejecting based upon logic and facts but simply preference. Also, folks being forced to convert to Islam in Iraq and a pastor who says his affairs and drug abuse were caused by “brokenness”.
Finally, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a lady whose friend won’t let the waiter take her plate when she’s finished.
- Philosophical Reflections on Faith: Drawing on quotes from Nietzsche and Pascal, the conversation explores how personal tastes and attractions often drive beliefs more than rational proofs or arguments.
- Morality and Eternal Rewards: The episode delves into whether adhering to Christian morals and principles is beneficial solely for eternal life, or if they inherently make life better.
- Real-Life Faith Challenges: They share relatable stories on marriage, divorce, and personal faith crises, emphasizing the importance of sticking to Christian values even when life becomes messy.
- Leadership and Accountability: Reflecting on the pitfalls faced by prominent religious figures, the discussion stresses the need for humility, honesty, and accountability in spiritual leadership.
Notable Quotes:1. “It’s a weird proposition to call someone to a sacrifice that they have no confidence means anything.” – Ben 2. “If you do not have weakness, then you are running without his strength.” – Ben 3. “God’s principles for living, without the promise of eternity, are still the best life on offer here on earth.” – Mike 4. “The Holy Spirit hits different people at different times with different things
urces: Get the Goat – “What Only You Can Do”: Mike’s song can be found on all major music platforms. * “Live from the Path” Complaint Line*: Reach out via call or text at 515-517-0085.
episode 538
The post Just For The Taste Of It first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about when it’s ok to swap out items to change our habits and when it’s necessary to cut it off completely. Also, a follow up on last week regarding what the actual expectation of blessing is when you “test God” and trust Him with your money. Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a mom who doesn’t want her sister calling her daughter, “Patzilla”.
episode 537
The post Know Self Control first appeared on Live From The Path.
In this impactful episode, we are joined by Cody McCormick, whose authenticity and insights contributed to the richness of the discussion. Cody’s journey of faith is central to the conversation, highlighting his deepening relationship with Jesus and community.
Episode Summary:In an episode that meanders through various thought-provoking dialogues, listeners are welcomed into a candid discussion on righteousness, faith, and the nuances of Christian life in the modern age. Engaging with the complexities of biblical teachings versus contemporary actions and sayings, the episode invites a deep dive into the heart of Christian beliefs and practices.
The conversation initiates with a controversial yet enlightening exploration of “Six things Christians like to do that aren’t biblical,” challenging the conventional understanding of what it means to live a life of faith. The discussion is rooted in seeking truth, challenging norms, and unveiling the varied interpretations of Scripture. As they move through the list, our hosts and guest Cody McCormick navigate the landscape of Christianity with humor, gravity, and refreshing honesty, leading to revelations and a genuine quest for understanding.
Key Takeaways:* Engaging with spirituality requires a genuine connection rather than relying on misquoted and potentially misleading references. * Superstitions and external beliefs, such as karma and horoscopes, are contrasted with the foundations of Christian doctrine. * The topic of tithing is discussed, emphasizing the heart behind giving rather than the obligation. * Personal anecdotes and biblical references illustrate the struggle of receiving God’s grace and peace, shedding light on common experiences within Christian life. * Discussions about inheritance and financial stewardship evoke deeper conversations about trust and familial relationships.
Notable Quotes:* “It’s just a flip, I think, that we got to make.” – Dan, speaking about shifting perspective from works-based faith to resting in peace and grace. * “He knew all that when he died. We were still sinners; he went to the cross, right?” – Dan, reminding listeners of Christ’s ultimate sacrifice. * “God gives her a heart like his. Where mine is stuck at Grace’s door…” – Mike, introspecting on prayer and proximity to God. * “I’ve been following Jesus a long time, and I still struggle to get to the peace, right?” – Mike, expressing the common challenge of fully embracing the peace offered through Christ. * “I’m asking for a friend. How do you get there?” – Cody McCormick, questioning how to attain the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Resources:* “The Lectio 365” – an app referenced for daily spiritual meditation and prayer. * “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” – a book mentioned during the discussion that emphasizes the significance of prayer in spiritual life.
Tune in to the full episode for a deeper understanding of these thought-provoking subjects and stay engaged with more e
The post Enter The McCormick first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we promised to keep it under an hour…and failed. First, is the church dying? And if so, what do we do about it? Also, advice for a lady who is in her 40’s and can’t seem to find a good man.
episode 235
The post First Death, Then Resurrection first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, we’re talking about unshocking things you probably already knew about Jesus. Plus, re-thinking blessings and some very shifty thoughts on the presence of angels.
Finally, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 533
The post Angels and Blessings first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, a church invites a greased up, topless fella to swallow swords and climb poles at their men’s conference. Mark Driscoll had thoughts, so do we. Also, Ben has a secret from his wife that he thinks helps him to be a better husband. is that ok in a marriage? Where does the line start and stop between what’s ok to hold back and what isn’t.
Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 533
The post Secrets and Topless Dudes first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, why it’s ok not to say Calvary or resurrection or blood in your Easter propaganda. Also, ways we can be confident in the reality of the resurrection and how to tell whether there is evil spiritual activity around or targeting you. Finally, we give advice on Dear Live From The Path, including having AI provide hypothetical advice responses from John the Baptist, Paul, and evil Lamech.
episode 532
The post Asking AI Lamech first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about aggressive handshakes and the one question to ask at any church. Plus, places where we might be wrong, including whether it’s necessary to talk about the graphic nature of Jesus’ death, whether it’s ok to chew tobacco and keep swearing, and whether it’s natural to have trouble with focused quiet time with Jesus.
Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a wife who has turned vegan and started neglecting her husband.
episode 531
The post Handshakes and Wrongness first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about 7 things the Church should stop doing (and, of course, why they should go ahead and keep doing some of them). Also, we’re playing a fresh round of “Is This Love?”, a game where you speculate whether the presented situation is an act of love or something else entirely. Finally, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a lady who was too friendly with a man at the pub and another lady who can’t seem to land a volunteering gig.
If you have any feedback for us, hit up the Live From The Path complaint line at (515)-517-0085, call or text.
episode 530
The post This Is Not Love first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, celebrity encounters, common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit, and how “normal” people hear from God. Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including possibly the worst advice given by secular ever.
episode 529
The post Biking with Billy Shatner first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, the NY Post says ladies are looking for fellas who have a “babygirl” vibe. We have some thoughts. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 528
The post Bring Your Purse to Brunch first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about the cacophony surrounding the He Gets Us ad from the Super Bowl. Of the 5 key critiques commonly voiced from Christians about the ad, Ben and Boova find some level of caution in almost all of them. Plus the debut of AI Bible Theatre where we perform a short play about a Bible story generated by AI 10 minutes before the show started.
Also, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 527
The post He Gets Us…Again first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, sometimes people reject Christianity because they believe God takes all the fun stuff away. The reality is, most folks aren’t happy with their lives and it’s getting worse. We talk about what’s driving this unhappiness and how following Jesus can flip the script. Also, a round of Secular vs. Solomon, Boova’s inquiry on whether it’s ok to buy the whole stash of discount roller dogs, and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 526
The post Folk Ain’t Happy first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, taking the hurry out of trying to be holy. Plus, being better fellas in the New Year, a fresh round of Woke vs. Toke, plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
Episode 525
The post Jesus Blocked the Jukebox first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about things you never thought you would use that, once you did, you’ll never give it up. Plus, Ben has a confession to make and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 523
The post A Confession first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking 10 historically wrong views of Jesus (and why we may be sympathetic to some of them). Plus, Rico Suave, Lil Nas X, and will we be more at our, ahem, ideal weight, in the restoration of all things. Finally, a quiz and some advice on Dear Live From the Path.
episode 522
The post Pastor Rico Suave first appeared on Live From The Path.
Daddy Yankee finds Jesus, can we do church without cell phones, and how do we think about free will if God made Judas (and Pharaoh) do things. Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a critique on the assumption that most of us “can’t help but” do any given thing.
episode 521
The post Beyond Despacito first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about the 6 things you shouldn’t say if you follow Jesus. Plus, Rob Schneider becomes a Catholic, Liam Neeson teams with TV Jesus, and we’ll discuss why we have the books of the Bible we do and why Revelation is the end of it.
Also, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 520
The post Saying Flesh first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we’re talking with Empty Smith on his new single “Are You There?”. Also, things you thought were in the Bible but are not plus sins that aren’t really sins and John’s particularly fiery commentary on Judas. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path. episode 519
The post Empty Smith first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about how well you know your spouse. Plus, should the church be afraid of AI and is it ok to withhold communion from folk? Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 518
The post She Knows, Right? first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we catch up with old friends of the show in the Jeff Arrandale band. They perform some tunes, let us know what they’ve been up to, and talk about whether it’s difficult to be original writing Jesus tunes.
episode 517
The post Guy Man Dude first appeared on Live From The Path.
Talking the movement of the gospel in Zimbabwe, how to re-engage with the simple joys of following Jesus, and a primer on how to think about the nation of Israel in relation to current events. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 516
The post A Gray Area first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, praying with your Uber driver. Plus, why God hates raisin cakes and why Ezekiel was told to talk to the birds. Finally, advice on Dear Live From the Path.
episode 515
The post Raisin Cakes first appeared on Live From The Path.
For the purposes of this show, you should pronounce the title as “Ka-doosh”.
The first 10 minutes of the show are probably a waste of your life unless you like conversations around Yul Brynner.
For the rest of the show, we’re talking things Christians believe that aren’t in the Bible, the queen of heaven in Jeremiah, and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 514
The post The Caduce first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we discuss whether it’s wrong to name a ministry after yourself. Also, on Ask the Pastor, the prophet Isaiah seems to conflate service to the poor with effective fasting, how should we understand that? And on Dear Live From The Path, helping friends make their way back to church and a wife who retired and is now consumed by crosswords.
episode 513
The post What’s in a Name first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, have you ever been afraid to pray something? And do you remember the moment your faith became “real”, […]
The post One and Three first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, the main reason reason people ditch God, demons in the library, when the church endorses drinking, and why Proverbs and the Songs of Solomon. Also, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 511
The post Because of Fussy and Fuzzy first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, King Saul seems to catch prophesying like it’s the flu and ends up nude in the process. Also, […]
The post Saul, Naturally first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, is it possible that we have gotten the wrong idea about God’s prerogatives based upon actual right understandings […]
The post A Bit Cavalier first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, phrases to stop saying when evil strikes (including letting go of the phrase “evil has struck”.) Also, a […]
The post When Evil Strikes first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about how a suggestion to stop using the word “Father” in the Lord’s prayer brings into […]
The post All Five Sentences first appeared on Live From The Path.
In addition to an intro inquiry about getting cut and jacked, we hit up a question about how you know […]
The post Cut and Colby-Jacked first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we discuss an article claiming to have 15 ways a dad can leave a legacy. Plus, Pope style […]
The post The Legacy List first appeared on Live From The Path.
There are numerous situations where an open mic is dangerous: poorly attended karaoke, a funeral, an elementary school performance and…social […]
The post The Tennessee Birdwalk first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, when Jesus tells the dude to bail on his (perhaps deceased) dad and let the dead bury their own dead, it causes us to think about what our “I’ll follow you but first” things might be. Also, an extended conversation on the presumption that your feelings can’t be trusted, which is of course more nuanced than the plainest reading of the saying.
Plus, advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 503
The post Nothing More Than Feelings first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, after 500 episodes, we talk about some of the things we regret saying. Plus, too much YouTube, how to talk to folks who say they are daily Bible-reading Christians but who believe things that are clearly outside of Scripture. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 502
The post Regrets first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, how an unnatural section split in Ephesians 5 puts our right understanding of husband and wife submission at risk. Plus, why you might want to be hesitant declaring yourself a “Biblical Christian” and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 501
The post $20 and a Dilly Bar first appeared on Live From The Path.
For our 500th episode, we played an inaugural round of Toke vs. Woke where Boova gives us a legitimate business name and the fellas guess whether it is the name of a hip church or weed dispensary. Plus, whether we should be doing more street evangelism and a recent survey that claims less than half of Christians believe Jesus was sinless.
Advice on Dear Live From The Path hits up a family who caters to a dramatic sister and how to deal with a ghosting boyfriend.
episode 500
The post 500-ish first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, the nude statue of David causes an unnecessary fracas. Also, a fella at a men’s conference seems to really misunderstand Jesus and, by extension, what it’s like for men to love their lives like Christ loved the church. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a daughter who is unmotivated to move out and a stingy husband and frustrated wife who have separate bank accounts. episode 499
The post Charlatan Kings first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, telling the difference between God’s voice and Satan’s voice. Plus, if God re-grew your toes, is it incumbent upon you to show everyone? Plus, Dan does Pope-Style and advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a stinky teenage problem and meteorologists who imply that cloudiness is dreariness.
To give show feedback, hit up the Live From The Path complaint line at 515-517-0085.
episode 498
The post Show Me The Toes first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we cover an article claiming to instruct husbands 6 ways to handle when their wife fails (and yes, it is ultimately unnecessary to focus these specific to women). Also, some ways we misunderstand God plus advice on Dear Live From The Path, including a mother in law who is parched and indignant about it and the absolute king of a man who casually hangs up on people when they are long-winded.
episode 497
The post Little Things first appeared on Live From The Path.
Chinese balloons, Unholy songs, and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post QuickTrip Johnson first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we’re talking with Phillip Ramsay from Thee Uncommon about using unique experiences to help men find direction, accountability, and intentionality. Plus, touching your spouse more than your phone, how to think about Iowa’s new education savings accounts, and what to look for when you’re looking for a church.
For more info on Thee Uncommon, visit theeuncommon.com.
episode 495
The post Thee Uncommon first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about a recent survey that says white folks stopped going to church in the ’70’s and dangerous stuff followed. Plus, Bear Grylls thinks the Western church is too fluffy, and we discuss dudes being more thoughtful when serving their wives. Plus more advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 494
The post Is It Enough? first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we’re talking about whether it’s more holy to sing Psalms and Scripture vs. worship tunes that some current rando fella wrote. Plus Secular vs. Solomon and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post Sing What You Want first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, Mike wears a questionable vest. Also, how AI generated content often reflects the worst of us while creating a difficulty around who curates what is true in a world where information can spin/images/sounds can be created so easily out of thin air. Plus, when we call people closer to Jesus we tend to do so with things like daily prayer and Bible reading. But is there room for the Christian wildman, the one who just doesn’t fit with such structured disciplines, at least with such rigidity of time and frequency? 500 years ago no one had an alarm clock nor a personal copy of the Scriptures, so how much of what we perceive as the right kind of spiritual disciplines are unique to our time?
Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path. Greg Hudson joins us in studio.
The post Vest is Best first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about failed Christmas gifts, how to handle being the person who gets the job done even when no one else is noticing or contributing, and advice on Dear Live From The Path on working through infidelity.
episode 491
The post Steadfast first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we discuss whether the prophet Jeremiah thinks your Christmas tree is a portal to evil. Plus Japanese integrity and oft-present imbalance between recognizing your sin and the presence of Jesus right in the middle of it turning it to righteousness. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
episode 490
The post The Idol Tannenbaums first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we’re talking about being bested by the people you’re supposed to be serving and red flags for dating. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path
episode 489
The post Ahhh Hell first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we revisit the topic of evangelism from a few episodes back, hashing through the question of whether loving […]
The post Jesus Cheats first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week’s episode was cut a bit short, technical difficulties due to incompetence or mice in the studio, it isn’t […]
The post Turning Around first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, the ladies from the Pleasantville Youth Initiative join us in studio to talk about their mission to help […]
The post Youth Initiative first appeared on Live From The Path.
Hate budgeting? Money a constant source of consternation in your marriage? Feel like you just can’t get your spending under […]
The post Solving All Your Money Problems first appeared on Live From The Path.
Just a heads up, we lost the first 30 minutes of this one due to technical difficulties, but the rest […]
The post John Paul Burch first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about songs that made an impact with us. Plus, demons on planes, buying luxury cruise liners […]
The post Songs That Matter, Stories That Don’t first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about things that the (some?) Christians think are ok to do but need to stop. Also, […]
The post CS Lewis Has Fallen first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we discuss an article that points out secret sins that you are sooo guilty of and aren’t even […]
The post Finding Sin, Missing God first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about the report that Matt Chandler from the Village Church in Texas had “unwise and unguarded” […]
The post The Details Are Super Important first appeared on Live From The Path.
What do you get when you throw an educator, an administrator, a sports fan, an inspirational leader and a Jesus […]
The post Do Something With Your Life, Gordon first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, Mike wanted to know which books, beyond the Bible, have helped mold/shape our Christian faith. Plus, where to […]
The post Sometimes We Read Stuff first appeared on Live From The Path.
Non-denominational churches are growing, where are they coming from? Plus, Mike’s back from Ethiopia and folks need advice from shady […]
The post Changing Teams first appeared on Live From The Path.
Rando writes a public plea for Ric Flair to meet Jesus. Plus, Dan’s back from Zimbabwe and has tales of […]
The post Two Claps and a Ric Flair first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about whether it’s time to hand the organization of the church back to the people. Also, […]
The post The Next Reformation first appeared on Live From The Path.
The US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. What misunderstandings exist in the wake of that and how should Christians […]
The post Turned Over Not Over first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we get an update on VR church, the Jesusification of M.I.A., and taste testing locusts and honey ordered […]
The post We Ate The Locusts first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we’re talking about cults, leadership vs. responsibility, spiritual disciplines that till your soul to take more of God […]
The post Cults May Be Wonderful first appeared on Live From The Path.
Mike doesn’t abide anonymous feedback. In that vein, there’s some things you shouldn’t say to your pastor, but perhaps not […]
The post Put Your Name On It first appeared on Live From The Path.
Ok, this isn’t really the core of this week’s show, but it might be the most interesting. We found a […]
The post Buying International Locusts first appeared on Live From The Path.
In addition to an update on Dan’s adventures in the metaverse, we talk about some proposed realities that, when present, […]
The post Getting Kids to Stick With Jesus first appeared on Live From The Path.
We were supposed to talk about how 75% of kids leave the faith but got distracted down the digital rabbit […]
The post Jesus and the Metaverse first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we catch up on some news, including a Christian convert from Islam who gets attacked with acid by […]
The post Acid, Stupidity and Russia first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we finish out our review of 25 things an ex-megachurch pastor said he got wrong while in ministry. […]
The post 14 to 25 Mistakes From Wildin’ first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we got to talking about Brian Houston and Hillsong. Church scandal stinks, and perhaps the significant caution is […]
The post Things We Don’t Want to Talk About first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we review the first half of a 25 long list of mistakes a former pastor at a megachurch […]
The post 12 to 13 Mistakes From Wildin first appeared on Live From The Path.
Lots on the docket today. We touch on how to take in numbers and symbols in Scripture, plus whether we’re […]
The post House Church Trouble in Olympic China first appeared on Live From The Path.
Is it possible that evangelizing is as simple as walking faithfully? No books, no psychoanalysis, no gimmicks, no strategies, no […]
The post Just Do It first appeared on Live From The Path.
On the show this week, a pastor spits on his brother as a sermon illustration, like can happen certainly.
The post Don’t Spit On Folk, Among Other Wisdom first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we follow up on last week’s conversation around false teachers plus why people don’t often put behavioral protections […]
The post Read, Protect, and Complain About Your Husband first appeared on Live From The Path.
A mixed bag this week. We touched on obvious and blatant lies (we’re looking at you China and Russia), workout […]
The post Whispering Diesel first appeared on Live From The Path.
Joel Osteen is in the news for being shamed on TikTok, so we discuss how to call out false teaching […]
The post False Teachers and Freeloaders first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we try to sort out what the Bible means by “Good News” and how people risk using that […]
The post Good News of Narrow Focus first appeared on Live From The Path.
For the first half of the show, we got on a number of dead end paths, including enigmatic catch phrases […]
The post Mississippi Don’t Push first appeared on Live From The Path.
A new study confirms a fact that we all know but don’t particularly want to deal with…we ain’t givin’. Plus […]
The post Go Fund Thee first appeared on Live From The Path.
Note, we’re not saying you are a tool when you warn of the dangers of Halloween, but you sure as […]
The post Being a Tool for Halloween first appeared on Live From The Path.
It’s interesting to consider all the things that we believe for no particular reason…we just think them. How would you […]
The post Fresh Perspectives first appeared on Live From The Path.
A pastor is arrested at the airport…after committing a crime. Persecution? Nah. Unjust? Perhaps. Plus, 12 stumbling blocks that millennials […]
The post Fake Persecution and Tripping Millennials first appeared on Live From The Path.
There’s no doubt that the last 18 months have been disruptive, but not equally nor in the same way for […]
The post Cry Me A River…Then Build A Bridge first appeared on Live From The Path.
A recent survey found that large numbers of Christians don’t believe in objective reality, think all religions are basically equal, […]
The post Christians Don’t Understand Christianity first appeared on Live From The Path.
Today on the show, we talk about the ways in which Christians, and specifically churches, often pursue the right things […]
The post Right Thing, Wrong Way first appeared on Live From The Path.
Sometimes jobs or relationships or other situations push our buttons and cause us to react in anger, harshness, or frustration, […]
The post Redeem or Reject first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we answer the big questions of the universe, like what truth is, the differences between objective truth and […]
The post What Is Truth? first appeared on Live From The Path.
Struggling to keep up with good habits and rhythms in your spiritual life? We talk about the SPARTA challenge that […]
The post SPARTA Challenge, Compliments & Acting When God Speaks first appeared on Live From The Path.
Things to pray on when you don’t know what to pray for, being closer to the end times, and advice.
The post Rejuvenating Prayer first appeared on Live From The Path.
Got to talking about times where we have just straight up failed.
The post Failures first appeared on Live From The Path.
Rebuilding the Tower of Babel and what you would include in a biblical theme park.
The post Rebuilding Tower of Babel first appeared on Live From The Path.
So this one got a bit heavy. Well, Boris Johnson’s response to whether he believes in God wasn’t, but the […]
The post The Heavy first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on Live From The Path, it’s an advice only week. Folks got problems like people dropping off unwanted […]
The post Advice Only first appeared on Live From The Path.
The gang from Sober Soldierz joins us in the studio to talk about Jesus, addiction recovery, and community. Plus, well […]
The post Sober Soldierz first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, warnings against following a distinctly American Jesus. Plus morality before the Torah and Dear Live […]
The post Following the American Jesus first appeared on Live From The Path.
We discuss 7 “old” church ideas that may not be ready for a resurgence. Plus whether it’s ok to refer […]
The post Old Church Ideas first appeared on Live From The Path.
Nehemiah, beards, people who use their time well. Also, a Christian author leaves the faith.
The post Wasting Time & Leaving Christianity first appeared on Live From The Path.
Do we need to be courageous as humans or is that the Spirit’s job? What would the world look like […]
The post Confidence in the Holy Spirit first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, we talk about love in action.
The post Love Does first appeared on Live From The Path.
Pope style advice for when a calf jumps out and speaking into a culture without objective reality.
The post When Culture Lacks Objective Reality first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, current state of persecution of the world church, long-term interaction between the movements of Jesus and advancing technology, […]
The post Jesus, Technology and Persecution first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, in the wake of social media restrictions, capital storming, and no clear end in sight […]
The post What Christians Do in a Divided Country first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, having the right kinds of friends, pastors who don’t understand what “amen” means, and creating […]
The post Back to Basics first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we wade into the election, but not really. We mean it, we don’t normally get into this stuff […]
The post Election Stuff, Reluctantly first appeared on Live From The Path.
Top Bible searches of 2020, justice and Chronicles, a few clean jokes, and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post Top Bible Searches of 2020 first appeared on Live From The Path.
Sean Covington joins us in studio to talk about his latest release, “Bells”.
The post Interview with Sean Covington first appeared on Live From The Path.
Sometimes God motivates His people with a heavy hand, consequences that aren’t deferred or made void. And sometimes, Joel Osteen […]
The post Motivational Monday – Prayer Cubes, Justice and Consequences first appeared on Live From The Path.
Are young folk leaving the church because of the pandemic? Eh, we might be letting ourselves off the hook a […]
The post Youngsters and Hawk Nelson are Bailing on Jesus first appeared on Live From The Path.
Should we spend time talking about ghosts? Also, when you realize that you don’t always take in or remember the […]
The post Ghosts, Humility and Bad Memories first appeared on Live From The Path.
Some dude listened to sermons from the largest churches in the US and had some feedback. In some ways, we […]
The post Reviewing Sermons from America’s Largest Churches first appeared on Live From The Path.
In a show that has been a long time coming, the fellas have a conversation around their inability to function […]
The post Dudes Are Prone to Buffoonery first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, Ben takes a week off while the fellas talk with Eddie Andrews, candidate for Iowa House District 39.
The post Interview with Eddie Andrews first appeared on Live From The Path.
Talking about all the stuff in the news that you are probably taking in poorly. Plus why you shouldn’t have […]
The post Robert E. Lee Stained Glass & Freeloaders first appeared on Live From The Path.
Today we talk about an article from the Christian Post that asks whether we are in the midst of God’s […]
The post Super Sign of the End Times first appeared on Live From The Path.
As Boova departs, we talk about plausible reality, aligning with human expectations and labels, and advice from Dear Live From […]
The post Gone, Gone Boova first appeared on Live From The Path.
Whether it is due to personality, power or position, sometimes it seems like it isn’t possible to translate the example […]
The post Can We Always Be Like Jesus? first appeared on Live From The Path.
It is as it says. Plus advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post A COVID Debrief first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, how you might be reading Revelation wrong. Plus, conspiracy theories, the reality of evil, and […]
The post Reading Revelation Wrong first appeared on Live From The Path.
This show was an absolute dumpster fire with no redeeming qualities. Nonetheless, here it is for your enjoyment.
The post The Dumpster Fire first appeared on Live From The Path.
Pope style advice on the little things, plus greeting cards to Jesus and advice on Dear Live From The Path.
The post Little Things and Greeting Cards to Jesus first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, talking about why we have trouble just sitting at home and how might just learn something from doing […]
The post It’s OK to Stay Home first appeared on Live From The Path.
As covid-19 starts to restrict in person meeting, we talk about online worship, teaching and giving. Plus, Kenneth Copeland creeps […]
The post Online COVID Church, Creepy Copeland, Advice first appeared on Live From The Path.
Some folks, in order to make sure of chaos, will reach for any old explanation. We discuss folks who are […]
The post Ineffective Conspiracies and Monday Morning Christians first appeared on Live From The Path.
What we learned this week in the midst of COVID-19 and its impact on our communities and country. Also, if […]
The post COVID Continues and Easter at Home first appeared on Live From The Path.
We’re talking about COVID-19 today, just questions, gut reactions, and some clear takeaways on where we can get better on […]
The post Thus It Begins…COVID first appeared on Live From The Path.
Blake Stanley with BLDR Apparel joined us in studio to talk about Christian shirts that drive conversation. Plus, the Bible […]
The post Interview with Blake Stanley with BLDR Apparel first appeared on Live From The Path.
Random day on this one. Pet pastoring, pope style on demanding money and control, buying more medical debt, and we’re […]
The post Pet Pastoring and Confounded on Dear LFTP first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, saying good bye to a gas station and thoughts on folks who are cool with anyone believing whatever […]
The post How the Church is Solving Every Modern Problem Incorrectly first appeared on Live From The Path.
Jeff Arrandale and the fellas joined us in studio this week talking about their new EP “Guided”. Plus, talking about […]
The post Tunes with Jeff Arrandale, Prodigal Junk, and Drifting Families first appeared on Live From The Path.
Phillip Ramsey from Uncommon Wealth Partners joins us in studio to talk about rethinking wealth, retirement and your dreams (it’s […]
The post Interview: Phillip Ramsey with Uncommon Wealth Partners first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, Pope style advice on trusting God, giving more than Las Vegas in 2020, and Dear […]
The post More Generous Than Las Vegas first appeared on Live From The Path.
This special episode of Live From The Path was recorded at the 99.3 KTIA studios in Des Moines Iowa. We […]
The post They Let Us On Legit Radio first appeared on Live From The Path.
Ending the year on a long note, a discussion about a pastor who had has face printed on ladies underwear […]
The post Pastor Prints Face on Panties: A Rebuke in Three Parts first appeared on Live From The Path.
The Fust girls join us in studio to talk a recent Christianity Today article about Donald Trump, play Secular v. […]
The post Impeachment and the Pat Brigade first appeared on Live From The Path.
Allie Crummy joins us in studio. Plus, what you would include in a Jesus video game, Pope-style advice on being […]
The post Allie Crummy and Video Game Jesus first appeared on Live From The Path.
Mike apologizes for offensive things he said on a previous show. Plus discussion on church renewal part 2 and how […]
The post Renewing Deuces and Fearing God first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, you should calm down about Chik Fil A’s giving. Plus, Pope-style advice, ways to revitalize the church, and […]
The post At Me, Bro first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, Francis Chan is moving to Hong Kong, John Crist, Christian comedian, gets caught acting like […]
The post Moving Chan, Creeper Crist, and Pulpit Bullies first appeared on Live From The Path.
The August Guns join us in studio to perform some tunes, play Secular v. Solomon, and handle some advice on […]
The post August Guns first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week, handshakes as a trigger. Plus we’re talking about what we allow to define ourselves and what it actually […]
The post Trigger Me This first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week on the show, dude gets high and breaks into the church, a few months later he gets baptized […]
The post And Then I Got High first appeared on Live From The Path.
This week we’re talking about Jesus showing up in dreams to Muslims, the Christian revolution in Iran, Pope-style advice, and […]
The post Friends in Muslim Places first appeared on Live From The Path.