The Caffeinated Christian
The Caffeinated Christian is about providing honest, thoughtful and charitable conversations around dominant worldviews, cultural issues and real stories, all explored through the lens of a Christian worldview. The guys at The Caffeinated Christian regularly bring in guests that encourage listeners to think hard, help them understand opposing perspectives and change theirs. Like and subscribe to the Caffeinated Christian podcast wherever you download your podcasts today!
Episodes
220 episodes
BONUS: Who Made You & What Were You Made For? | Pastor Mike Wrigglesworth
Ever wondered who made you and what you were made for? In a world full of options and freedoms, we often chase answers that lead to anxiety and confusion. But what if the key lies in reconnecting with our Creator? Join us as we delve into Genes...
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When the Stage Goes Dark I A Crisis of Integrity in the Church
We are once again reading reports of moral failure from Christian celebrities. Michael Tait of DC Talk and Newsboys has confessed to initial allegations of SA. Sean Feucht of Bethel has allegations against him concerning financial impropriety a...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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1:03:08
The New "god" on the Block
There is a new type of "Anti-Christ" that is on the rise in the digital landscape. Even popular YouTube influencers are jumping on the bandwagon to bow down to this false deity. This worship trend is burgeoning, so the guys get into apologetic,...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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54:09
CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: The Illusion of Progressive Christianity
Revisit a classic episode where the guys sit down with Dr. David Young to talk about the rising popularity of progressive Christianity. Dr. Young has served in churches in Missouri, Kansas, Tennessee, he has taught New Testament at several univ...
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The Problem of Divine Hiddenness: A Faith Crisis or Faith Catalyst?
Why does God seem silent when we need Him most? For centuries, philosophers, skeptics, and believers alike have wrestled with the problem of divine hiddenness—the haunting question: If God is real and loving, why doesn't He make Himself more ob...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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1:01:20
"Crap Theology" & Eastern Orthodoxy
The guys kick off this weeks episode addressing a pastor's recent comments about a historic Christian doctrine being "crap theology". In the second half, we explore some of the history and key theological distinctives of the Eastern Orthodox Ch...
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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59:09
What is Penal Substitutionary Atonement?
We know Jesus died for our sins, but why did He do it? And what did it accomplish? Some would also say that God the Father is taking out His anger on Jesus. Today, we explore the theory of penal substitutionary atonement. You probably know what...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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54:15
BONUS: This is my story I Pastor Mike Wrigglesworth
In this special Easter message, Pastor Mike shares his testimony and compelling reasons to believe in the resurrection of Jesus, not as myth or metaphor, but as real history that reshapes everything.
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Deconstruction of Faith (Part 2) | Brian Zahnd
Today we pull out a classic episode from our archives. Mike interviewed Pastor Brian Zahnd about his book “When Everything is on Fire,” which is a deep and thoughtful response to the deconstruction movement. Mike and Ryan break down the intervi...
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Deconstruction of Faith (Part 1) | Brian Zahnd
Today we pull out a classic episode from our archives. Mike interviewed Pastor Brian Zahnd about his book “When Everything is on Fire,” which is a deep and thoughtful response to the deconstruction movement. Mike and Ryan break down the intervi...
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50:14
The Lyric Game I Secular or Sacred?
On today's episode, Ryan and Mike read off song lyrics and guess whether they're worship songs or secular songs. Play along with us as you enjoy the episode. We also get into a deeper discussion around the formative role music plays in corporat...
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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47:14
Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor | Pastor Caleb Cambell
Christian Nationalism is a popular term these days, but it’s often used as a catch-all for anyone who happens to be conservative both politically and theologically. We believe the language we use matters, and we need to be less casual about app...
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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55:46
The Sage & the Son | Dr. Ryan Willert
Hey, Caffeinated Listeners! More great content is coming very soon! In the meantime, check out this powerful and relatable message from Ryan on the tension between what we know to be true about God and the often conflicting reality of the world...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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38:44
The Existence of Aliens | Mike & Ryan Debate!
Do you think aliens exist? And how confident are you in that assertion?Today, Mike and Ryan engage in a good-natured debate/discussion around the probability of life existing on other planets. Mike is arguing for alien existence. Ryan a...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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53:57
CAFFEINATED CLASSIC | What Do Roman Catholics Actually Believe (Part 2)
In this episode we continue our discussion on Roman Catholic belief. We are again joined by Father Justin and Father Rob. We start off this episode with one of the most asked questions, "Do Catholics worship Mary?"
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57:08
CAFFEINATED CLASSIC | What Do Roman Catholics Actually Believe (Part 1)
This is a classic episode from our early days in 2020. Here the guys sit down with Father Justin and Father Rob to talk what Roman Catholics actually believe in. You may be surprised to know what Catholics believe and perhaps have your mind cha...
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Walking the Way of Wisdom | Pastor Mike Wrigglesworth
The digital world is full of inspirational quotes—easy to share, easy to remember, and easy to accept as truth. But what if the wisdom we consume is shaping us in ways we don’t even realize?Solomon, one of the wisest men who ever lived,...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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38:55
Discipling the Next Generation | Michael Scott Davis & Jeff Hackett
The pressure on high school graduates today is immense. The future looms large with a thousand unknowns:"What am I going to do with my life?""Who will I marry?""Should I go to college?""How do I even function as an adult?"
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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46:02
How Should Christians Engage the Culture? | Dr Dan Trippie
The cultural landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Politically. Socially. Morally. But are Christians properly equipped to meet this cultural moment with the gospel? We had the honor of sitting down with Dan Trippie who is working...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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35:10
CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Overcoming Mental Illness w/ Jesslyn McCutcheon
On this classic episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we sat down with singer and songwriter Jesslyn McCutcheon to talk about mental health. She started writing at age 23 after she was homebound for two years due to severe depression. We had a ...
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Pastor: "What if God Worships Us?"
Today, the guys break down the theology of a message preached at a local church in Bellevue, WA. The title of said message is "What if God worships us?" We think you know our answer to the question, but we break down the biblical, logical, and ...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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45:11
Should Churches Guilt People into Giving?
Should churches be sending payment notices to members for not giving enough? In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we react to a viral video where a woman shares how her church tried to guilt her into givingWe break down t...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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37:22
Why Christianity? | Part 3: Is the Resurrection a Historical Fact?
The entire Christian faith rests on whether or not a single moment in human history actually took place: The resurrection of Jesus Christ. But is it historical fact or fiction? Mike and Ryan discuss.
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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1:02:23
Why Christianity? | Part 2: Are the Gospels Trustworthy?
One of the common barriers for many people is whether the manuscripts of the gospels are, in fact, reliable sources of Jesus' life. So...are they? Let's discuss!Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCaffeinatedChristian
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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