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Salty Saints
Hosted by Zack Killey · EN
Better equipping you to be salt and light to the world around you. Join Zack Killey as he digs in to what it means to defend our faith through apologetics and real world examples of people working out their faith. If you have any questions or topics you want us to cover, email us at saltysaints@becomehope.com.
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Art can Glorify God or Tear You Down
Jan 2800:53:39Tap to summarizeWhat does God think about art? Is it frivolous and unimportant, or does it matter more than we realize? In this episode of Salty Saints, Zack and Randy explore the biblical foundations of art and why it's absolutely essential to let God into this "room of your house."From the tabernacle to Salvador Dalí, from worship music to Breaking Bad, we unpack five biblical expressions of art: physical works (paintings/sculpture), music, dance, performance arts, and words. Discover how the very first person filled with the Holy Spirit in Scripture was... a furniture maker.But here's where it gets intense: art isn't neutral. It either points us to God or pulls us toward darkness. We discuss the dangerous side of art, from Francisco Goya's horrifying "Black Paintings" to modern occult practices in Hollywood, and why you need to be incredibly careful about the art you consume.KEY TOPICS:Five biblical categories of art and their purposeWhy God filled Bezalel with the Holy Spirit to create furnitureHow the tabernacle and Solomon's temple used art to transport people into God's presenceThe power of music, dance, and performance in worshipWhen art becomes twisted: from Goya's darkness to Breaking Bad's morality playWarning signs: occult performance art and spiritual dangersHow to discern the values reflected in the art you consumeWhy even "bad art" can serve a good purposeSCRIPTURE DISCUSSED:Exodus 31 (Bezalel filled with the Spirit)1 Kings 6 (Solomon's Temple)Psalm 150 (Praise with instruments)2 Samuel 6:14 (David dancing before the Lord)Plus: Job, Jonah, Song of Solomon as possible performance artWARNING: This episode discusses some dark subject matter including occult practices, disturbing artwork, and mature TV content. Listener discretion advised.BOTTOM LINE: Art is a mirror that reflects values. Be intentional about what you allow to shape your soul. Let God dictate the art you accept.🎧 New episodes every week 💬 Join the conversation at saltysaintspodcast.com 📖 Check out our other podcasts: "Let's Find Out Together" (daily devotional) and Sunday sermons from New Hope Church#SaltySaints #ChristianPodcast #ArtAndFaith #BiblicalArt #ChristianApologetics #NewHopeChurch #CulturalExpressions #ArtAndWorship #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianDiscernment #FaithAndCultureEPISODE NOTES:Artists/Works Mentioned:Bezalel (Exodus 31)Vincent van Gogh (Starry Night, Sunflowers)Diego Velázquez (Christ Crucified)Francisco Goya (Black Paintings series)Salvador DalíBreaking Bad (TV series)The ChosenHouse of DavidMarina Abramović (performance artist - occult practices discussed)Do NOT attempt: Binaural beats or any audio/visual practices designed to induce hallucinations or altered states. These are spiritually dangerous.Visit: becomehope.com | saltysaintspodcast.com
Transcribe →Your Business is God's Business
Nov 801:00:09Tap to summarizeWelcome to the final episode of our mini-series on letting Jesus into every area of life! (Well, maybe the next-to-last, we might do one on arts and entertainment too.)In this episode, Zack and Randy tackle business and money, the things we're told never to discuss in polite company. But should Christians really compartmentalize their faith when it comes to work? Absolutely not.🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:- Why the "don't talk about religion, politics, or money" rule needs to go- How God's original job description for Adam was actually about business- Six biblical principles for Christians in business: 1. Work Hard (Do everything like you're doing it for the Lord) 2. Ask Advice (Iron sharpens iron | seek wisdom from others) 3. Be Fair (Honest scales are God's delight) 4. Keep Your Priorities Right (Seek first God's kingdom) 5. Be Generous (Leave the edges for the poor) 6. Be Responsible (Honor your word and pay your debts)📖 FEATURED STORIES:- Brother Lawrence and practicing God's presence while flipping pancakes- A Colombian restaurant owner who lost everything to keep his integrity- Jephthah's terrible vow and what it teaches about honoring your word- Why the Macedonians begged to give even though they were poor💡 KEY TAKEAWAY:Your business IS God's business. Don't take a timeout from being a Christian when you clock in. Let Jesus permeate your work, your conversations, and your decisions, even when it costs you.Whether you're a business owner, employee, barber, or pastor working part-time, this episode will challenge you to stop compartmentalizing your faith and start living consistently in every room of your house.---🌐 Website: becomehope.com | saltysaintspodcast.com📧 Questions? questions@becomehope.comOTHER PODCASTS:- Let's Find Out Together (Daily Devotional)- New Hope Church Podcast (Weekly Sermons)
Transcribe →Jesus is Lord Over Your Family
Aug 1900:59:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we continue our series on surrendering every part of life to Jesus—this time digging into what it means for Him to be Lord over our families. This conversation gets personal real quick. From awkward Christmas dinners to parenting challenges and redefining what “family” even means, we cover a lot of ground.We share some stories from our own lives, dig deep into Scripture—Ephesians, Colossians, Peter, Proverbs, Joshua—and wrestle with how to live this stuff out in our actual homes. What does submission really look like? What does it mean to lead your household well? How do you handle broken relationships with relatives who don’t follow Jesus? And what do you do when faith creates division?It’s a heavy topic, but it’s real—and we believe it’s one of the biggest “rooms in the house” that we need to hand over to God. Let’s talk about it.Visit: saltysaintspodcast.comKey Passages: Ephesians 5–6, Colossians 3, 1 Peter 2–3, Proverbs 31, Matthew 12, Joshua 24:1500:00 – Intro: The Room We Hold BackWe set the stage for today’s topic: giving God full access to our family life.02:05 – Politics at the Christmas TableA family story involving politics, tension, and why the hard conversations still matter.07:40 – How Far Does Family Go?From generations to in-laws and Spanish kinship terms—family gets complex fast.13:55 – Who’s My Brother? (Matthew 12)We unpack how Jesus redefines family based on spiritual obedience.18:20 – Closer Than a BrotherWe talk about real bonds within the church and how spiritual family often runs deeper than blood.23:12 – Household Codes: Paul’s FrameworkLooking at Ephesians, Colossians, and 1 Peter to see what Scripture says about marriage, parenting, and even slavery in the household context.29:50 – Submission & Love: A Two-Way StreetMutual submission, bitterness in marriage, and why being a team matters.36:18 – Learning to Understand Our SpousesPeter’s married, Paul’s not—and it shows. We reflect on why “understanding” might be the most underrated command for husbands.40:44 – Parents: Don’t Provoke Your KidsWe share personal stories and talk about the line between discipline and exasperation.46:25 – Slaves, Masters, and Historical ContextWhat the Bible says about slavery and how to read those verses without importing modern assumptions.52:10 – Providing for Your People1 Timothy says it’s not optional—if we don’t care for our families, we’re missing the mark big time.54:30 – The Church as Family: Simple CommunitiesWe talk about the purpose of small groups and how intentional spiritual communities fill the role of family.57:15 – Leadership Starts at HomeWhat it means to “manage your household” and how that qualifies someone to lead in the church.59:48 – Proverbs 31 Meets RuthWe walk through the “virtuous woman” and how Ruth lives it out in real life—alongside a man of equal character.1:04:20 – Redefining Family in the ChurchYour family is more than just blood. It’s the people of God. That changes how we relate to each other.1:07:02 – Final Thoughts: Give God the Big RoomWe wrap it up with a challenge: put your family in God’s hands. Let Him define, guide, and rule over your household.
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Jesus is God Over Your Politics
Jun 19, 202501:02:00Tap to summarizeYou ever try to talk politics without starting a fight? Yeah, me too. This week on the Salty Saints Podcast, Randy and I take a deep dive into one of the most off-limits dinner table topics—politics. But here's the twist: we’re not here to campaign for a side. We’re here to ask a much bigger question—what does it look like to let Jesus shape your political views instead of the other way around? We explore how compartmentalizing our faith is hurting our witness, why Jesus doesn’t play for either team, and what it actually means to say “Christ is King” in a world of kings, presidents, and power grabs. We’ll get into Scripture, tell a few stories (some funny, some sobering), and maybe—just maybe—challenge you to open up that locked “politics room” in your heart and invite Jesus in. Warning: This episode may cause you to rethink your bumper stickers. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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It's Time to Let God Rule Every Part of Your Life
May 23, 202500:47:11Tap to summarizeIn this first episode of our new mini-series on compartmentalization, Randy and I take a deep dive into why we so often treat our lives like a house full of locked rooms—and why Jesus doesn’t want to just hang out in the foyer. We explore how our culture says, “Don’t talk about religion, money, or politics,” but the Bible says Jesus is Lord over every single room, from finances to friendships, politics to professions. This episode sets the stage for a much bigger discussion on surrender, discipleship, and how to stop locking Jesus out of the uncomfortable corners of our lives. This is your invitation to go room by room, and ask: have I really given this to Jesus?Thanks for listening! Stay Stalty! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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God Has Got Us Covered. What Does That Mean?
May 10, 202500:58:53Tap to summarizeHave you ever stopped to ask what it really means when we say “God has us covered”? Is it just a nice phrase, or does it point to something far more powerful—something that reaches all the way back to the Garden of Eden, through the Old Testament tabernacle, and straight to the cross? In this mind-bending episode, Randy and I dive headfirst into the rich biblical imagery of covering—from the cloud on the mountain at the Transfiguration to the curtain in the temple being torn in two, and all the way to the empty tomb flanked by angels like the Ark of the Covenant. We explore how this idea of covering ties directly into God’s authority, our identity in Christ, and the very foundation of salvation. 💥 “What you’re covered by is what defines you—and it’s the lens through which God sees you.” This episode isn’t just a deep dive—it’s a theological roller coaster. Buckle up, because by the end, you’ll never look at the words covering, atonement, or righteousness the same way again. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Truth, Knowledge, and the Pursuit of Christ
May 2, 202500:40:52Tap to summarizeThis episode wraps up our Virtues Series with a bit of a hodgepodge. Randy and I dive into truth, knowledge, wisdom, and two often misunderstood Beatitudes: poor in spirit and those who mourn. We talk Roman philosophy, Greek word origins, and why it’s okay to start small when growing in your faith. If you’ve ever wrestled with what it means to truly know God — or why mourning and brokenness can actually be blessings — this one’s for you. Thanks for sticking with us through this whole series. Let us know what you'd love to hear us tackle next! 👉 Subscribe, drop a comment, and check out saltysaintspodcast.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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Learning to Do God's Will Instead of Our Own
Apr 26, 202500:59:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Salty Saints Podcast, Zack and Righteous Randy dive deep into the core concepts of righteousness, godliness, and having a pure heart. Together, they wrestle with the profound biblical ideas of what it means to live according to God's will rather than our own. The conversation opens with an exploration of righteousness—a word that, in Greek, captures both the ideas of justice and moral rightness. Randy walks us through the immense importance of righteousness in the New Testament, especially in Paul's writings, where it lies at the very heart of the gospel message. Together, they discuss the nuances between being righteous before men and being declared righteous by God through faith, touching on key figures like Abraham, Joseph, and the complex legacies of the judges in Hebrews 11. Next, they move into godliness—literally meaning "good worship"—and explore how true worship must flow from a heart that is rightly aligned with God. They also examine the concept of having a pure heart — the seat of will and intention — and how it shapes authentic worship and righteous living. Along the way, Zack and Randy ask tough questions: How can flawed people like the judges of Israel still be considered people of faith? What does it mean to be made "right" by God, not merely covered over by grace, but transformed by it? They even tackle a thought-provoking rabbit trail about C.S. Lewis, pagan worship, and the danger of misplaced devotion. Stay Salty! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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The Virtues of Brotherly Love and Compassion
Apr 18, 202500:46:14Tap to summarizeThis episode takes a deep dive into the biblical meanings of brotherly love and compassion, revealing how these virtues are far more than surface-level emotions. Drawing from rich scriptural insights, the discussion unpacks the Greek terms agape, philos, and splagchnizomai, exploring how true love is defined not just by affection, but by selfless action. Compassion, as seen in the life of Jesus, is presented as a gut-level response that always leads to doing something—feeding the hungry, healing the sick, offering mercy. The conversation challenges modern ideas of conditional love and transactional relationships, showing how Christ redefined brotherhood as a bond that extends beyond emotion or benefit. Through practical application and biblical reflection, listeners are encouraged to live with a love that mirrors God’s own—unconditional, active, and full of grace. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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How to Practice Self Control
Apr 5, 202500:47:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re diving into one of those spiritual virtues that sounds simple—but gets deep fast: self-control. We take a deeper look at where self-control shows up in the Bible, why it’s so much more than just “trying harder,” and how it connects to something bigger—moral excellence. Why does self-control matter so much in a believer’s life? What does New Testament actually mean by “self-control?” How can discipline be distorted when it’s disconnected from God’s purpose? What is the difference between pleasing God and people-pleasing? Why apathy might be the greatest enemy of moral excellence We also reflect on how the world celebrates hustle, grit, and personal discipline—but how the Christian version of self-control leads us not to burnout, but to transformation. It’s not about perfection—it’s about bringing the goodness of God to the people around us, even when it’s tough. So whether you're struggling to stick to your spiritual rhythms or just wondering why discipline matters at all, we hope this episode encourages and challenges you. Explore more episodes at SaltySaintsPodcast.com Stay Salty! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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