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No Church Answers!
Hosted by Man Up Spiritual Oasis Media Inc. · EN
The No Church Answers! podcast began as Man Up a Spiritual Oasis for Men in 2017, launched by Bill Cox, actor and DJ, and four regulars, Steven Titch, Robert Cocheu, Michael Cropper and Earl Lloyd--all from different Christian backgrounds. Our focus is on ways men could use their Christian faith to drive their goals, leadership and action. We feel the faith muscle needs regular exercise. The body is like a barrel. The outside is your education, money and health. The inside is your faith and soul. We bring different points of view to a scripture lesson and hash them out in a panel discussion. We strive for authenticity in representing what Christian men are thinking.
Contact us at www.nochurchanswers.com. We're not pastors, just regular guys. Engaging, deep and often humorous looks at faith in today's world by our panel.
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Podcast 406 -- The Risen Jesus Luke 24:36-53
1w ago00:55:17Tap to summarizeIf we accept that Jesus’ resurrection was the most important event in human history, why do the Gospels offer so little about those 40 days he walked the Earth? There are no accounts of miraculous healings, parables and sermons before crowds, or even large public appearances. The only miracle he performs is a massive catch of fish, a callback to an earlier miracle which led to the calling of Peter. Why did he never go to the Temple? And beyond the New Testament accounts, what can we as believers divine about “eternal life” from these short glimpses of the resurrected Jesus? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Podcast 405 -- He's a Hard-Core Lutheran Psalms 96, 150
2w ago00:44:10Tap to summarizeIn our final podcast on Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Psalms: The Prayer Book of the Bible, we look at Psalms that praise God as the ultimate lord and king of creation. We also discuss the overall study, and question whether Bonhoeffer is too steadfast in his insistence that knowledge of Jesus is required to pray the Psalms correctly. Also, does the study, clearly intended as academic, fail to address the poeticism and passionate expression of faith the Psalms contain? Finally we look at how the Psalms can be a foundation for daily prayer and devotion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Podcast 404 -- Even Bonhoeffer Loves the Law Psalms 119:33-40; 78:1-8, 56-59, 65-69; 72
3w ago00:49:18Tap to summarizeWe examine Psalms that address the Law, the Holy History of Israel and look ahead to the promise of a Messiah as we continue look at at Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Psalms: The Prayer Book of the Bible. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Podcast 402 -- How Great Thou Art! Psalms 8, 87, 65:9-13
Apr 2800:50:38Tap to summarizeAs we continue our study of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Psalms: Prayer Book of the Bible, we look at Psalms about Creation, Life and what Bonhoeffer sees as the Church, at least distilled through ancient Psalms about Jerusalem, Zion and the Solomon's Temple. We cover the much-loved Psalm 8, which Mike calls the "Astronomer's Psalm" and, beyond appreciating the poetry, we look at the ways Bonhoeffer says we should respond to these God-breathed songs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Podcast 403 -- Can I Pray for My Enemy's Annihilation? Psalms 22, 51, 137
Apr 2801:05:13Tap to summarizeThis week we look at psalms of suffering, confession and the difficult imprecatory psalms that call down God's wrath on enemies of Israel. All three groups express deep and fearful emotions. We look at how the pain of suffering and guilt are different, but that the psalms promise salvation from both. And how should we approach psalms that ask God to call down divine vengeance, sometimes in horrifying terms? These include Psalms 35, 58 and 137, one of the most notorious. Join us as we continue our discussion and debate on Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Christian perspective on these difficult psalms he offers in Psalms: The Prayer Book of the Bible.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Podcast 401 -- The Prayer Book of the Bible Psalms 141:1-2
Apr 1401:02:09Tap to summarizeWe begin a study of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Psalms: The Prayer Book of the Bible with an overview of the Book of Psalms, what they are and how Bonhoeffer sees them connect with Jesus and the New Testament. Is the Lord's Prayer the 151st Psalm? The Psalms are prophetic, but we debate Bonhoeffer's assertion that we need Jesus' spiritual presence to pray them correctly. But we agree that Christians should take a renewed look at the Psalter and the breadth and power of both the emotions and faith expressed therein. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Podcast 400 -- Another Milestone Podcast
Apr 701:38:39Tap to summarizeOur panel gathers to mark our 400th installment with, what else, a clip show. We revisit some of our favorite podcasts, including our discussions on horror movies, faith and works, and whether you can commit adultery without sex, or even if adultery matters anymore (from our live show). All episodes featured are archived, awaiting your discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Podcast 399 -- The Crucified God 1 Corinthians 1:17-25
Mar 3101:08:47Tap to summarizeWhat exactly do Christians mean when we refer to "the Work of the Cross?" In our 2026 Holy Week and Easter podcast, we discuss the cosmic significance of that fateful day Christ was crucified--and why it was much more than simply an atonement for sin. Conversely, why do some Christians want to "take Jesus off the cross" rather than confront the reality it represents. Get ready for some deep theology as we look at why we commemorate the Cross not as a gruesome tragedy, but the greatest victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Podcast 398 -- The American Christian Persecution Complex Matthew 5:10-11, John 15:18-20
Mar 2401:05:34Tap to summarizeGiven the level of persecution Christian face in other parts of the world, is it arrogant or even shameful for any American Christian to say they are persecuted? In a spirited debate, we ask if Evangelicals are mistaking loss of cultural influence for an anti-Christian attack. Do gay marriage and DEI initiatives constitute "soft persecution" against the believers, or does it simply reflect the growing secularization of society? And even if they hold Christianity in contempt, do we really need the approval of TV pundits, TikTok influencers and Ivy League professors? Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Podcast 397 -- Kingdom Now, Kingdom to Come Luke 17:20-37
Mar 1701:06:29Tap to summarizeWhen asked when the Kingdom of God would come, Jesus said it was already here, in our midst. He added, however, there would be a second coming, which would be sudden and involve judgment. We debate whether this passage describes the Rapture and which group, the taken or the left behind, are the ones who are saved. We explore this uniquely Christian idea of the "Now and Not Yet" and exactly what our role is in this Kingdom this time between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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