Redemption Unscripted: Recent Episodes
Redemption Chapel
Redemption Unscripted is a podcast brought to you by Redemption Chapel. On this podcast you will hear unscripted conversations between our pastors and some staff to help you know Jesus, grow in your relationship with Him, and go advance His kingdom.
This episode Pastor Rick and Pastor Sean discuss the popular series The Chosen. They discuss what they appreciate, point out potential concerns, and offer guidance on how Christians can thoughtfully engage with it.
This episode Pastor Rick and Shannon McKee discuss cremation, burial, and the freedom Christians have to choose one or the other.
This episode was recorded live at our 2026 Men’s Conference with guest speaker Andy Blanks. In this episode, Andy shares leadership lessons he has learned from being a former marine, avid outdoorsmen, and a current businessman. Andy’s books: https://tinyurl.com/3tsmyash.
On this episode Pastor Rick and Pastor Austin discuss the difference between the organic church and the organized church. Not only do they explain these terms, but they share what should go in each of these buckets as we live out our faith. Kevin DeYoung’s book on the mission of the church: https://tinyurl.com/yyfy6e4a.
On this episode Pastor Sean and Marie Martin (Kidzone Director) talk about how our Kidzone ministry is a space where every child belongs, even kids who may have additional needs and disabilities.
On this episode Pastor Rick and Shannon McKee (Care Director) talk about friendship, its importance, and how to go about doing it well. Find Your People: https://tinyurl.com/mpuj4sm6. Made for People: https://tinyurl.com/2jjh672v.
On this episode Pastor Sean and Shannon McKee (Care Director) talk about experiencing care. They walk through the various ways and levels of care that Christians can and should experience. Journey app and other growing spiritually resources: https://tinyurl.com/4ks9xd7h. Learn more about community groups: https://tinyurl.com/yx42uzwe. Pastoral and professional counseling: https://tinyurl.com/2arfv6vb
On this episode Pastor Rick and Pastor Austin talk about fitness and exercise. They talk about why it seems like fitness culture is on the rise, what the Bible says about exercise, and how Christians should approach it. A Little Theology of Exercise: https://tinyurl.com/muzn8e88. Atomic Habits: https://tinyurl.com/5n7b4vvb. Power of Babits: https://tinyurl.com/48szatfn. Healthy Idolatry sermon series: https://tinyurl.com/yyyzu4c5. Men, join us for F3: https://tinyurl.com/bdf77xhn.
On this episode Pastor Austin sits down with Pastor Rick to get his thoughts on Christian Nationalism. We talk about what it is, what are the ways we see it played out, and most importantly, why it’s not the same as New Testament Christianity. Ask Pastor Rick videos on Redemption Chapel and patriotism: https://tinyurl.com/37xtjbjm.
Special Guest Andy Constable join us for this episode. Andy is a pastor in Scotland and works with 20schemes, which is one of our global mission partners doing great work in Scotland. Learn more about 20schemes here: https://20schemes.com. Here is Andy’s book on addiction and the local church: https://tinyurl.com/4e77zxc2.
How does our ministry support parents as they disciple their children? Pastor Sean and Marie Martin (Kidzone Director) discuss that in this episode. Learn more about Kidzone here: https://tinyurl.com/2s3xfp6y. Get parenting resources here: https://tinyurl.com/nhkkutep. Mama Bear Apologetics: https://tinyurl.com/bddc4y3y. Famous at Home: https://tinyurl.com/2jcwd597. Habits of the Household: https://tinyurl.com/mrzrd6cu.
In this episode, Pastor Sean and Alex Hotz dive into the topic of gambling and address the question of can Christians do it or not.
In this episode, Pastor Rick sits down with Pastor Austin to answer the question “Can Christians get tattoos?” Listen to the “Gray Areas” sermon here: https://tinyurl.com/4kur48vb.
In this episode, Pastor Rick and Evan Perrow (RC congregant and Goodyear employee) talk about how Christians can and should strive for excellence at work.
Sloth or Ant sermon: https://tinyurl.com/4ps96wpc.
Church values on website: https://tinyurl.com/y533acn3.
This episode was recorded before a live audience at our 2025 Men’s Conference. Chris Dew, who is a pastor, speaker, and author join us to talk about addiction and the Christian life. Purchase Chris’ book here: https://tinyurl.com/259wr9jr.
In this episode, Pastor Sean and Johnny Fielding talk about the process of how we got the 66 books in the Bible. They discuss how God brought it together and have preserved it so we can have confidence in it today.
In this episode, Pastor Rick shares about the role, selection, and confidently of elders at Redemption Chapel. You can see our current elders here: https://tinyurl.com/4mmdh8wz.
In this episode, Pastor Rick and Pastor Austin discuss the importance of reaching men and how we do that at Redemption Chapel. Our biggest men’s event, our annual Men’s Conference, is coming up on April 25-26. Get more details on that conference here: https://tinyurl.com/4y3w3z22.
In this episode, Pastor Rick and Alex Hotz discuss what prayer is, why it’s important, and practical ways to grow in the discipline of prayer. R.A. Torrey’s book on prayer: https://tinyurl.com/5f3pwkux. Journey app: https://tinyurl.com/3xsks4d4. Prayer Mate app: https://tinyurl.com/mrmttdwc. Prayer page: https://tinyurl.com/yeyuaaz2.
In this episode, Pastor Sean and Shannon Mckee discuss how Christians can strive for a Christ-Centered Christmas this season. You can find Advent resources here: https://tinyurl.com/27njka7a. Join us at Redemption Chapel for one of our four Christmas Eve services: 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm.
In this episode, Pastor Rick talks about dissension: what it is, what the Bible says about it, and why it’s so dangerous.
In this episode, we are joined by our entire pastoral team as they share about their ministry as well as how God lead them to get into ministry in the first place.
Marriage will look different from season to season. In this episode, Pastor Rick and his wife Shannon McKee talk about their own journey of marriage through various seasons of life. Financial resources: https://tinyurl.com/59tvhf5n. Clip from John Piper sermon: https://tinyurl.com/2jtf88nf. Marriage resources: https://tinyurl.com/y3w9fkk9.
This episode was originally posted as the first episode of the podcast Truth Over Tribe. With their permission, we are posting it on our podcast to help people better navigate the current political climate in America. In this climate, it’s easy to be sucked into unhealthy tribalism but that might not be the best thing for your life, especially as a follower of Jesus. Listen to the Truth Over Tribe here: https://tinyurl.com/4t96bw9x.
In this episode, Pastor Rick answers various questions on topics related to how we do church ministry. Episode on planning a preaching schedule: https://tinyurl.com/3f5ee34z. House churches in the Bible: 1 Corinthians 16:9; Romans 16:5; Colossians 4:15; Philemon 2. Sermon on the aspects of a church: https://tinyurl.com/3aznk5pf. Episode on the value of church attendance: https://tinyurl.com/4v9465ub. Episode on when and how to leave a church: https://tinyurl.com/yfd3yx9k.
Can couples have sex before marriage? Should couples live or sleep together before marriage? These are some of the questions we dive into on this episode. Listen as Pastor Rick and Pastor Jarrod give insight from God’s Word and also practical advice. This episode does cover topics that might not be age appropriate for younger children. Listener discretion advised.
In this episode we sit down before a live audience at our 2024 Men’s Conference as we talk to special guest Noe Garcia about how God takes our mess and turns it into his message. Noe is the senior pastor at NPHX Church and is the author. Grab Noe’s book here: https://tinyurl.com/4yjwyz6p.
Baptism is an important part of the Christian faith. But what exactly is it and who should be baptized? We answer those questions and more in this episode.
Should Christian parents send their kids to public or private schools? Should they embrace homeschooling? In this episode, we dove into the topic of schooling and also address various pros and cons of each type of school.
As the legalization of recreational marijuana is becoming more widespread, many Christians are asking, “Can Christians participate in recreational marijuana?” In this episode, we dive into the topic of marijuana and what Christians should consider as they decide what to do with this issue.
Does attending church actually matter? This is one of the many questions we tackle in this episode of as discuss Christians and church attendance. If you are looking for a church or call Redemption Chapel your church home, go here to get more involved: https://rb.gy/8hiu6r.
In this episode we hear from two of our very own Redemption Chapel missionaries serving in Portugal – Mitchell and Nicole Begue.
In this episode we hear from Shannon Mckee and Matt Knabe as they help us understand the proper meaning of narcissism.
Should Christians cuss? Is cussing considered a sin? In this episode, Pastor Rick answers these questions and more on the topic of Christians and cussing.
In this episode we hear Shannon McKee and Pastor Sean about the idea of knowing and leading ourselves in a healthy way. Who am I? What's my purpose? How can I grow? Above all, does God know and see me?
Check out our previous episode with Pastor Rick and Shannon discussing the enneagram: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redemption-unscripted/id1516682133?i=1000490558256
In this episode we talk about how we should respond to church leaders who have fallen as well as what do we do with their works (books, sermons, etc.). We also talk about how we can help church leaders not fail.
In this episode we talk about the Asbury revival as well as how we should view and approach revival in our own lives and churches. Listen as Pastor Rick and Pastor Jarrod talk more about the topic of revivals.
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at our 2023 Men’s Conference. The guest speaker from that conference, Marquise Cox, join us on the podcast to talk about how your marriage impacts your legacy. Check out Marquise and his wife Krystal’s marriage ministry here: https://bit.ly/41TOVo2.
In this episode Pastor Rick and Pastor Sean dive into the topic of Jesus and sin. Did he sin? Could he have sinned? These are some of the questions we talk through in this episode.
For episode bio/show notes: In this episode Pastor Jarrod and Mary Butcher talk about one of our ministries called Families Facing Addiction. The Butcher’s Redemption Story: https://bit.ly/3lnKRvE. More info on our addiction ministry: https://bit.ly/3YxEowA. Contact Mary for more info on Families Facing Addiction: mary.butcher@redemptionchapel.com.
In this episode we sit down with Rick and Shannon McKee to hear about practical ways to build a healthy marriage. Conflict series: https://bit.ly/3CGczd8. Enneagram episode: https://apple.co/3QugJdC. Marriage resources: https://bit.ly/3XnsNzy.
In this episode we sit down with Rick McKee (Lead Pastor of Redemption Chapel) to talk about everything that goes into planning our yearly sermon schedule at Redemption Chapel.
In this episode we talk about hospitality being a way of life for Christians. We talk about what the Bible says as well as practical ways we can live this out. Start with Hello book: https://amzn.to/3Urv3E2. The Gospel Comes with a House Key book: https://amzn.to/3VynAEi. Join us for Christmas Eve at Redemption Chapel: https://bit.ly/3XSa5Bs.
Special guest Ryan Shary shares with us about the short-term trip he just led to one of our global mission partners in Costa Rica. We also talk about what global missions as a whole looks like for our church. Our mission partners: https://bit.ly/3tis0TK. Episode on short-term mission trips: https://apple.co/3td4FCV.
Special guest Leigh-Ann Brisbin from Free to Be Ministries joins us to talk about trauma and how we all experience it on some level. She also shares how we can properly respond to it and find healing through God’s work in our lives. You can learn more about Free to Be here: https://bit.ly/3fEvigc.
There often seems to be a divide between art and the church. However, can’t art be a form of worship? If so, why then does the church not embrace it more? Those are some of the questions and things we discuss in this episode.
“Community” is a word Christians often throw around. But what does it mean and why is it so important? Better yet, how do go about experiencing community? We answer those questions and more on this episode. Community groups at Redemption Chapel: https://bit.ly/3cNKFlb. Bible studies at Redemption Chapel: https://bit.ly/3PMoTgv.
What is deconstruction and is it a good think or bad thing? How should we respond to someone going through the process of deconstruction? In this episode we answer those questions and more as we talk about this popular trend in our culture.
*In this episode, we reference Brian Zahnd’s book “When Everything is on Fire.” While there is plenty of helpful thoughts and insights in that book, there is some stuff we don’t agree with. Because of that, our reference of this book is not an endorsement of everything in the book.
On this episode we talk about the good and bad of short-term mission trips. We also discuss how we do these types of trips at our church. Visit our missions page here: https://bit.ly/3N7GH4k.
On this episode we hear from special guest Jerrad Lopes as he talks to men about spiritually leading their families well. This episode was recorded with a live audience at our 2022 men’s conference. Jerrad is the host of the popular Dad Tired podcast. Listen to that podcast here: https://apple.co/3y0atDk. You can learn more about the entire Dad Tired ministry here: https://bit.ly/3vW4Kf5. Get more parenting resources here: https://bit.ly/3krx5oa.
On this episode we answer the question “What’s so ‘good’ about Good Friday?” “It’s Friday…but Sunday’s Coming” video: https://bit.ly/375ZRHG. Good Friday services at Redemption Chapel: https://bit.ly/3IQ0tOM. Easter services at Redemption Chapel: https://bit.ly/35qRWUG.
The sinlessness of Jesus is an important topic. In this episode we answers questions like “Did Jesus sin?” and “Could he have sinned?” We also talk about why this topic is so important to our faith.
There are a few things the church can learn from young adults. We dive into those things in this episode. For more info on our NEXT young adult ministry, go here: https://bit.ly/3H39gN4.
In this episode we talk about serving. Watch our Volunteer of the Month videos here: https://bit.ly/3F2hu6v. Sign up to serve at our church here: https://bit.ly/3eT9JVT.
In this episode we talk about how Christians should react to the growing self-care trend in our culture. We talk about some of the dangers in it but also some of the good that can come from it. We mention our recent Habits of Spiritual Survival sermon series (https://bit.ly/3rleJdl) and our recommended reading page (https://bit.ly/3llrAIC) in the discussion.
In this episode Pastor Austin sits downs with our very first missionary couple our church had the honor to send out. They share some of their story as well as their experience so far being on the mission field.
In this episode, we talk about accountability. We dive into what the Bible says about it as well as share some practical tips on how to make it work in your own life. Scriptures we didn’t dive into: 1 Thess. 5:11, Eph. 4:25, Heb. 10:25. Accountability questions mentioned: https://bit.ly/3AbLU3H.
In this episode, Pastor Austin and Allen Williams talk about bullying. They share some helpful information parents need to know about bullying as well as what they should do.
Pastor Rick and special guest Pastor Bryndon Glass tackle one of the most debated topics in our culture right now – Critical Race Theory. Listen as they share more about what CRT is and how Christians should respond to it.
In this episode we talk about good and bad reasons to leave a church. We also dive into how you should leave a church. In the episode, Pastor Jarrod mentions our churches beliefs. You can view those here: https://bit.ly/2UbiL9u.
In this episode we hear from our three pastors as they share some of their most embarrassing moments and mistakes they have made on stage over the years.
In this episode we talk about how Christians should watch movies. We even dive into the issue of what Christians should and shouldn’t watch, as well as our thoughts on “Christian Movies.”
In this episode we talk about the resurrection. We dive into reasons we know it’s true, what are some arguments people have tried to discount it, and most of all how it impacts our lives as Christians. “Case for Christ” by Lee Strobel: https://smile.amazon.com/Case-Christ-Journalists-Personal-Investigation/dp/0310345863/ref=sr_1_3?crid=GRJHD6SRVZ2P&dchild=1&keywords=case+for+christ&qid=1616686440&sprefix=case+for+christ%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-3. God’s Crime Scene: https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Search?q=god%27s%20crime%20scene.
In this month’s episode we talk about how we should respond when pastors and leaders have moral failures. We also talk about what we are doing as a church to protect ourselves from this type of thing happening. To read the new by-law we just put in place on this topic, go here: https://redemptionchapel.com/statement-from-by-laws/
In this month’s episode, we talk about essential vs. non-essential beliefs. Listen as we give some examples of each, as well as help you understand how we can find unity as Christians while even disagreeing on some beliefs.
In this episode we talk about how we should read the Bible while providing tons of great resources that help us dig deeper into God’s Word. Meet with God: https://redemptionchapel.com/meet/, LifeChange series: https://www.navpress.com/bible-studies/book-of-the-bible?sort=date_desc&tab=all&zed=tab-all, Bible reading plans: https://www.ligonier.org/blog/bible-reading-plans/, YouVersion app: https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/, Meet with God Challenge: https://redemptionchapel.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/MeetWithGodChallenge_Calender.jpg.
In this month’s episode we talk about counseling. We cover a ton of ground all related to counseling and what we as Christians should do with it. For more counseling resources from our church go here: https://redemptionchapel.com/counseling/.
Listen as Pastor Rick and Gary Durbin (Redemption Chapel’s Worship Arts Director) talk about the importance of worship through singing, what the Scriptures say about it, practical ways we encourage worship engagement at our church, and more. Books mentioned in this podcast: Sing! (https://amzn.to/2IcyYoT) and More Than a Worship Leader(https://amzn.to/3n5PvKi). For more resources on worship from Redemption Chapel go here: https://bit.ly/2IipKYu.
While some Christians embrace Halloween, other Christians stay clear from it. In this month’s episode we talk about these different approaches and try to find a more balanced way to view Halloween as Christians.
One of the most popular personality tests out there right now is the Enneagram. In this episode we talk about what the Enneagram is, how Christians should view it, and how it can help us in our relationship with God and other people. To take the free test and discover your Enneagram number go here: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test. Recommended book on the topic is “The Road Back to You” by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile.
In this episode, we talk about a topic that usually causes much debate – Christians and politics. Listen in as we talk about how Christians should engage in politics and how they should interact with others, especially those who might have different political views.
Pastor Rick (Redemption Chapel) and Pastor Bryndon (SPAN Ministries) talk about racism and ways we can fight against it. If you missed our Racism Q&A last month, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0XQbkxzcR4&feature=youtu.be
Prayer is an important part of the Christian life. However, prayer often is often one of the areas Christians struggle with the most. In the episode we talk about prayer as it relates to God’s sovereignty as well as cover some practical tips on how to grow in your prayer life as a Christian.
Why are there so many versions of the Bible out there? With so many, how do you go about picking the right one? In this episode we answer these questions and more.
In this short intro episode, Austin and Rick talk about why we launched this podcast and what’s our vision behind it.