Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Ep 1160 | Rowdy Uncle Si Derails Jase’s Sermon & Al Referees Miss Kay & Ann’s Sisterly Squabbles
September 8, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode brings together family, faith, and fun as the Robertsons reflect on recent family gatherings—complete with Uncle Si’s memorable outbursts and the endearing, sometimes feisty squabbles between Miss Kay and her sister, Ann. The heart of the discussion is a deep dive into the biblical themes surrounding the Holy Spirit, the presence of God, overcoming evil, and the idea of believers as temples of God's Spirit. The episode is rich with scriptural references, personal anecdotes, and the characteristic Robertson banter.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Family Moments: Si’s Outbursts & Sisterly Banter

• Celebrating Family Events: The episode opens with the family reflecting on recent sermons, gatherings, and the special joy of having Mom (Miss Kay) present.

  • “We didn’t mention this earlier...Mom was able to come, so that was pretty neat.” (01:04 | A)
  • “Of course Willie said you can wake up now, okay, Jason’s gone.” (01:28 | A)

• Uncle Si’s Front Row Heckling:

  • Si antics provide comic relief during Jase’s sermon, much to the confusion of the audience and speakers alike.
  • “They don’t train you for the crazy uncle hollering at the top of his lungs while I’m trying to talk.” (02:35 | C - Jase)
  • “He said, Zach was...I said something about the resurrection, and he said, ‘Hey, I’m next, Jack.’” (03:37 | C)

• Miss Kay and Ann's Sisterly Dynamic:

  • Al describes the comical, sometimes challenging, experience of caring for both his mother and her older sister, Ann.
  • "I didn't realize how hard it is to take care of not just one older lady, but two...she gets in, she tries to take care of mom, but she's the big sister, Jay. So she'll start bossing mom around." (03:57 | A)

2. Deep Dive: The Presence and Work of the Holy Spirit

Old Testament to New: From Creation to Christ

• Jase lays groundwork with the Hebrew understanding of God’s presence among His people, referencing the Genesis creation narrative and connections through Exodus, the tabernacle, and festivals.

  • “The same Spirit that’s hovering over the waters…is still hovering over the waters because of the new creation.” (08:07 | C)
  • “It gives you a chance to serve your parents in a way you didn’t really know.” (04:32 | A)

• The meaning of the Feast of Tabernacles:

  • “The ceremony was revolving around this aspect of God parting the waters…and then Jesus, not by accident, takes that moment to say...‘streams of living water will flow from within him.’” (10:54 | C)

Holy Spirit as Counselor/Paraclete

• Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit as an indwelling, empowering presence for believers.

  • “It’s like he’s taken my place to be not just alongside of you, but…the Holy Spirit…will be in you.” (06:35 | C)
  • “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink…streams of living water will flow from within him.” (10:56 | C quoting John 7)

• The shift from God’s presence being distant or limited (tabernacle, temple) to an intimate “God with us and in us.”

  • “That spirit no longer has limitations…God gives the Spirit without limit.” (11:46 | C)

3. Temple Imagery and The Indwelling Spirit

• Zach and Jase connect Old and New Testament imagery about the temple, presence, and the Spirit.

  • “The atonement of Christ is just the entry point…so that God may dwell in me. I will be that temple.” (16:35 | B)
  • "God's throne is in my body. His presence is in my body. So the river that's feeding the whole entire globe is actually coming from the bodies of believers." (23:52 | B)

• The Third / Forever Temple concept:

  • “The third temple has begun…everybody’s looking for a building, but it’s being built. You are the third temple.” (35:15 | B & C)
  • “I would change third to the word ‘forever’—you are the forever temple. There will be no more.” (35:22 | C)

4. The Battle with the Evil One

• Revisiting Genesis:
  • Discussion on humanity’s original problem—listening to the evil one, craving knowledge of good and evil, and acting out of disobedience.
  • “Here comes the evil one who’s lost his place because he didn’t want to... surrender to his role…he starts saying, oh, if you eat of that tree, you won’t die.” (21:09 | C)
• Jesus Defeats the Evil One:
  • Jase highlights the repeated references in John to “the prince of this world” being cast out.
  • “When I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to myself…we’re drawn together, heaven and earth connected, we have a new creation.” (29:40 | C)
• Practical Implication for Believers:
  • “The evil one comes to you and accuses you…you have the means to say, ‘Nope, you can’t accuse me. I have the Spirit of Jesus inside me.’” (33:44 | C)
  • “But guess what? We kicked him out of our world. And every day he comes to us just like he came to Adam and Eve. And we’re like, nope, that’s been taken care of. You lost.” (57:00 | C)

5. Sanctification and New Creation—Living as God’s Children

• Sanctification Through the Truth/Spirit:

  • “The sanctification portion is being released or freed from the power of sin…to be sanctified means that gets reshaped over time. And sin doesn’t have that power over me.” (40:31 | B)
  • “They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” (37:35 | C)

• Union with God—The Hypostatic Union & Our Own Experience:

  • Zach introduces the theological concept of the hypostatic union—Jesus fully God and fully man—as the foundation for our union and indwelling.
  • “That in Christ, the fullness of deity was pleased to dwell in a body…is the precursor for heaven and earth coming together.” (51:28 | B)
  • "How in the world can the human body house the Spirit?... Jesus kicked the evil one out of the world that we're in. We're in a world, a new creation within a world of the old creation." (52:41 | C)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Uncle Si Interrupts:

  • “Al, we went to Bible school. They don't train you for the crazy uncle hollering at the top of his lungs while I’m trying to talk.” (02:35 | C - Jase)

• On Caring for Mothers & Aunt Ann:

  • "It's like now there's almost like they've gotten to that place where they're little girls again…it's been an interesting week but I've really loved it." (04:32 | A - Al)

• On the Spirit's Indwelling:

  • “God's throne is in my body...the river that's feeding the whole entire globe is actually coming from the bodies of believers.” (23:52 | B - Zach)

• On Kicking Out the Evil One:

  • "We kicked him out of our world. And every day he comes to us just like he came to Adam and Eve. And we're like, nope, that's been taken care of. You lost." (57:00 | C - Jase)

• A Robertson-Style T-shirt Idea:

  • “You need to print up a shirt that says Hypostatic Union Member.” (53:59 | C - Jase)

Important Timestamps

• 01:04 – Reflections on the recent family gathering and Miss Kay’s attendance
• 02:35 – Jase recounts Uncle Si heckling during his sermon
• 05:25 – Introduction to the Holy Spirit in John 14-16
• 10:54 – Discussion of the Feast of Tabernacles and Jesus’ promise of living water
• 16:35 – Temple, atonement, and presence—the way for God to dwell in us
• 23:52 – Revelation 22, Ezekiel 47, and believers as the new temple
• 35:15 – The “third temple”—the Church as God’s dwelling place
• 40:31 – Sanctification: freedom from the power of sin
• 51:28 – Hypostatic union and heaven/earth union in Christ
• 57:00 – Victory over the evil one, practical daily implications

Tone & Style

The conversation is deeply biblical, intellectually engaging, conversational, and peppered with trademark Robertson humor and warmth. The hosts relate lofty theological concepts to everyday family life and faith, ensuring accessibility for listeners at any stage in their journey.

Looking Ahead

• The episode closes with a promise to continue exploring the themes of love and the vine/branches metaphor in John 15 next time.
• “We never got to the love thing. We will next time.” (56:07 | C)

For listeners: Expect a rich mix of deep theology, practical faith, family stories, and laughter—a true reflection of the Robertson family's unique style and their heartfelt commitment to sharing the Gospel.