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Bearded Theologians
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Join Rev. Matt Franks and Rev. Zach Bechtold as they navigate the messy, beautiful world of faith and ministry. From deep theological dives to the practical "how-to" of church work and discipleship, Matt and Zach offer an unfiltered look at what it means to lead and follow today. We don’t have all the answers, but we’ve got the conversation covered.
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8.6.26 Bearded Theologians on Psalm 85:8-13
2w ago00:20:15Tap to summarizeThis Week Matt and Zach sit down and talk about Psalm 85:8-13. Check out the Beardcast this week. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/BeardedtheologiansYou can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →7.23.26 Bearded Theologians on 1 Peter Part 6
3w ago00:18:09Tap to summarizeIn this series finale on 1 Peter, hosts Matt Franks and Zach Bechtold unpack 1 Peter 5:6-11. Join the conversation as Matt and Zach dive deep into what it truly means to humble ourselves under God’s mighty hand, cast our anxieties on Him, and hold fast when life gets tough.Navigating suffering and spiritual trial isn't easy, but Peter reminds us that we are never alone in the struggle. Discover how embracing humility opens the door to God’s restoration, support, and enduring strength—no matter what you’re facing today.💬 In this episode, we explore:How biblical humility leads to true strengthPractical ways to cast your anxieties on GodFinding hope, restoration, and standing firm through life's trials🌐 Connect with Us & Join the Conversation:Head over to www.beardedtheologians.com for more episodes, blog posts, and ways to connect with Matt and Zach!Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode!#BeardedTheologians #1Peter #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithInHardTimes #Humility #SufferingAndHopeConnect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/BeardedtheologiansYou can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →7.16.26 Bearded Theologians on 1 Peter Part 5
Jul 1600:24:21Tap to summarizeThe episode explores 1 Peter 4:12–19, focusing on what it means to suffer as a follower of Christ. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →7.9.26 Bearded Theologians 1 Peter Part 4
Jul 900:23:38Tap to summarizeThis week Matt and Zach continue their work on 1 Peter 3:8-12. Check out the show this week to see where they go. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →6.18.26 Bearded Theologians with Bishop Will Willimon
Jun 1800:42:17Tap to summarizeMatt and Zach sit down for a fascinating, wide-ranging conversation with retired Bishop Will Willimon. Check out more of Bishop Willimon’s work and resources at: https://www.willwillimon.com Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →5.28.26 BeardedTheologians 1 Peter Part 3
May 2800:21:14Tap to summarizeThe Bearded Theologians Matt and Zach this week tackle 1 Peter 2:1-10 as part of our 1 Peter series. Check it out.Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/BeardedtheologiansYou can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →5.21.26 Beaded Theologians Hang Out in the Sandbox
May 2100:55:18Tap to summarizeThis week, Matt and Zach are hanging out with Rachel Billups and Matt Rawle! Rachel and Matt are the hosts of the In the Sandbox podcast and the authors of the brand-new book, Dream, Dare, Disrupt: How Experiments, Risk and Embracing Failure Can Build Life-Giving Ministry. Join in their conversation this week and don't forget to...Get the Book: Grab your copy of the book and companion workbook here.Learn More: Explore Rachel and Matt's work at Hub 4 Innovation.Stay Connected: Keep up with Matt and Zach at Bearded Theologians.
Transcribe →5.14.26 Bearded Theologians on 1 Peter Part 2
May 1500:21:04Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the Bearded Theologians podcast, Matt Franks and Zach Bechthold continued their series examining 1 Peter, focusing on chapter 1 verses 13-25. They discussed key themes including liberation from worldly desires, holiness, and the importance of placing faith and hope in God rather than in perishable things like silver and gold. The conversation explored what it means to be "liberated" on a personal level, moving beyond grand-scale political liberation to address individual obstacles to faith growth. You can connect with us at www.beardedtheologians.com You can check out our past shows and buy some merch.
Transcribe →5.7.26 Bearded Theologians with Pastor Charles McKinzie
May 701:00:48Tap to summarizeMatt and Zach sat down with Charles to discuss his upcoming mission work in Geneva, Switzerland. Charles shared his journey from a late-blooming pastor to becoming a United Methodist missionary. Along with many other topics connected to the Theology of Missions. You can find more info or support Charles athttps://gbhem-umc.my.site.com/hemgm/s/campaign/a3fPo000000RnB7IAK/mckinzie-charles-iiConnect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/BeardedtheologiansYou can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
Transcribe →4.30.26 Bearded Theologians on 1 Peter Part 1
Apr 3000:27:14Tap to summarizeStarting a series looking at the Epistle of 1 Peter. This week we spend some time on 1 Peter 1:1-12. Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians You can find the Beardcast on Youtube, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify, Castbox, or wherever else you listen to Podcast.
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