Podcast
Everyday Theology In Plain English
Hosted by Charlie Miller · EN
What if theology didn’t feel intimidating—but inspiring?
Everyday Theology in Plain English helps ordinary believers explore who God is and how His truth changes real life. In each short, conversational episode, host Charlie Miller breaks down big biblical ideas into simple, practical truths you can actually use — from understanding Scripture to trusting God in everyday moments.
No jargon. No lectures. Just real conversations about who God is, what He’s like, and why that matters for your Monday morning.
📖 Season 1: God’s Word for Real People
Learn how to trust the Bible, study it with confidence, and build your life on its truth. Over 18 episodes, you’ll discover that theology isn’t just for pastors or professors — it’s for anyone who wants to know God more deeply and follow Him more faithfully.
Because God isn’t hiding from you.
He wants to be known — and that’s exactly what we’re here to explore.
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When the Bible Seems to Contradict Itself - S1E10
Jan 1200:18:21Tap to summarizeWhy does Paul say we're saved by faith alone while James says faith without works is dead? Why do the Gospel genealogies of Jesus differ? Why does one passage say God never changes while another says he "relented"? If you've noticed things like this, you're not losing your faith -- you're paying attention, which is exactly what you should be doing. In this episode, we're discovering why apparent contradictions exist, learning simple tools for understanding difficult passages, and seeing how wrestling with Scripture actually deepens our relationship with God. What looks like a problem might just be an invitation to dig deeper. "Most apparent Bible contradictions aren't actually contradictions -- they're invitations to dig deeper and understand better." In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why different authors address different situations with different emphases How understanding literary genres (history, poetry, parables) resolves many "conflicts" Why the four Gospels tell the same story from different angles -- and why that's a gift Practical Applications: Slow down and investigate rather than giving up -- ask good questions about context Use Scripture to interpret Scripture -- let clear passages illuminate unclear ones Consult reliable resources and wise counselors -- you don't have to figure it out alone Your Assignment This Week: Choose one passage that has confused you and investigate it thoroughly. Consider the context, compare it with other Scripture, and consult a study Bible or commentary. Approach it with curiosity rather than fear. Community Question: What's one Bible passage that has confused or bothered you, and how did you work through it -- or are you still working through it? Your experience could be exactly what someone else needs to hear. Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below! We're building something important together in this series, and YOUR voice matters. Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and share this with someone who needs to hear it! Want to go deeper? Grab the companion guide book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LnR4VFSend a textWatch our podcast episodes on YouTube. Follow our channel right HEREGet The Book! Grab your copy of the Season 1 Companion Guide from Amazon.com... Everyday Theology In Plain English: Season 1 Companion Guide You can find ALL of Pastor Charlie's books on Amazon: CLICK HERE to see Pastor Charlie's books Thanks for listening to Everyday Theology In Plain English!
Transcribe →How to Read the Bible Without Getting Confused - S1E9
Jan 500:18:09Tap to summarizeEver open your Bible to a random page and find yourself reading about someone with an unpronounceable name offering sacrifices according to regulations that make zero sense? Or start strong in Genesis only to get completely lost in the "begats"?If feeling confused when reading the Bible has made you think you're just not cut out for this -- I have great news: confusion doesn't mean you're dumb or spiritually deficient. The Bible is a big book written over many centuries in different cultures using different types of literature. It's completely normal to need some guidance. In this episode, I'm giving you a practical toolkit that will transform your Bible reading from confusing to confident."The Bible wasn't written to confuse you -- it was written to change you."In This Episode, You'll Discover:Where to actually start reading (hint: it's not Genesis)How understanding genre -- history, poetry, prophecy, letters -- prevents misreadingWhy context matters and how to read any verse properlyPractical Applications:Start small and be consistent -- consistency beats intensity every timeUse helpful tools like study Bibles, but don't become dependent on themRead with a pen in your hand -- physically engaging with the text deepens understandingYour Assignment This Week: Choose one book of the Bible to focus on for the next month. Start with a Gospel if you're new. Commit to reading just a few verses or one chapter daily, and write down one thing that stands out each time.Community Question: What's the biggest obstacle that's kept you from reading the Bible consistently, and after today's episode, what's one strategy you're excited to try? Your answer might be exactly what someone else needs to hear. Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!We're building something important together in this series, and YOUR voice matters. Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and share this with someone who needs to hear it!Want to go deeper? Grab the companion guide book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LnR4VFSend a textWatch our podcast episodes on YouTube. Follow our channel right HEREGet The Book! Grab your copy of the Season 1 Companion Guide from Amazon.com... Everyday Theology In Plain English: Season 1 Companion Guide You can find ALL of Pastor Charlie's books on Amazon: CLICK HERE to see Pastor Charlie's books Thanks for listening to Everyday Theology In Plain English!
Transcribe →The Bible Is Enough (You Don’t Need Secret Knowledge) - S1E8
Dec 2900:19:38Tap to summarizeEver feel like you're missing something spiritually? Like maybe you need a prophetic word, a special revelation, or some deeper insight you haven't received yet?If you've been bouncing from conference to conference, book to book, or teacher to teacher looking for that breakthrough -- I have incredible news: you're not missing anything. The Bible contains everything you need for a thriving relationship with God. In this episode, we're discovering what "Scripture is sufficient" really means, why this truth can free you from spiritual anxiety, and how to find complete confidence in what God has already revealed."You're not missing out on secret spiritual knowledge -- you're sitting on a treasure chest of everything God wants you to know."In This Episode, You'll Discover:What "sufficiency of Scripture" means -- and what it doesn't meanWhy now that the biblical canon is complete, we're in a different situation than Abraham or PaulHow to apply biblical principles to decisions the Bible doesn't specifically addressPractical Applications:Scripture's sufficiency frees you from spiritual anxiety about missing God's willIt protects you from deception and false teachers claiming "special revelations"It helps you focus your spiritual energy on applying truth instead of constantly seeking moreYour Assignment This Week: Stop looking for additional revelation and start mining the treasure you already have. Pick one book of the Bible -- maybe Proverbs or Ephesians -- and commit to studying it carefully, trusting that God will speak through his Word.Community Question: Have you ever felt like you were missing some secret spiritual knowledge or needed more than what Scripture provides? What was driving that feeling, and how might understanding Scripture's sufficiency change your approach? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!We're building something important together in this series, and YOUR voice matters. Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and share this with someone who needs to hear it!Want to go deeper? Grab the companion guide book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LnR4VFSend a textWatch our podcast episodes on YouTube. Follow our channel right HEREGet The Book! Grab your copy of the Season 1 Companion Guide from Amazon.com... Everyday Theology In Plain English: Season 1 Companion Guide You can find ALL of Pastor Charlie's books on Amazon: CLICK HERE to see Pastor Charlie's books Thanks for listening to Everyday Theology In Plain English!
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