Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Ep 1280 | Three Things the Enemy Steals From Every Man & How God Restores Them
Date: March 2, 2026
Hosts: Al, Jase, Zach
Theme: What the enemy steals from every man—and how God restores those things, with biblical wisdom, practical stories, and insight into the new heaven and earth

Episode Overview

This episode dives into "three things the enemy steals from every man," using the story of Job as a biblical anchor, and explores how God restores what is lost. The Robertsons share reflections from recent ministry events, discuss deeper theological questions about heaven and earth, and apply these biblical truths to marriage, spiritual identity, and personal struggles. The episode is rich with scriptural connections, personal experiences, and the signature blend of humor and honest conversation the Robertsons are known for.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Recent Travels & Community Connections

• [01:06–04:33]
  • Al recounts recent trips—Omaha, a church marriage retreat, and impressions of LSU fans in Omaha.
  • The group celebrates how Louisiana culture brings people together and marks the impact of sharing faith across communities.
  • Quote: “They said the people from Louisiana are awesome... They invite us all in to try their jambalayas and their gumbos.” —Al [02:22]

2. Kingdom Marriage: Lessons from the Retreat

• [05:29–13:18]
  • Al and Lisa participated in and spoke at their church’s marriage retreat themed “Kingdom Marriage.”
  • The retreat emphasized being a "kingdom man" and "kingdom woman," grounded in Christ-like consistency.
  • Discussion of Ephesians 5:33 regarding love and respect in marriage; men as respectable, women as lovable.
  • Al highlights Job 31: how the enemy (Satan) attacks a man’s possessions, loved ones, and identity—yet Job remained faithful.
  • Quote: “The evil one takes everything you have, everything you love, and everything you are.” —Jase [10:55]
  • Real-life anecdote: Al spent the retreat helping a couple in crisis, demonstrating God's appointment for us to aid others in tough times.

3. Practical Faith & Real-World Impact

• [13:40–15:02]
  • The importance of abiding in God, even in crisis and loss.
  • Faith is a relational commitment, not just a set of duties—“we’re here to stay, no matter what happens.” —Jase [13:32]

4. Encounters on the Road: Sharing Faith’s Journey

• [15:02–19:46] (Zach’s Nashville story)
  • Zach shares a “Kingdom encounter” in Nashville with someone “on a journey” toward faith in Jesus.
  • Highlights the recurring theme: people are searching, many are on spiritual journeys, not just instant conversions.
  • The tension of sharing the Kingdom message in a world full of religious questions.

5. Theological Dive: Heaven, Earth & the New Creation

• [19:46–32:31]
  • Deep discussion on scriptural concepts: “new heaven and new earth,” Jewish and Greek symbolic meanings.
  • Connection of the destruction of the temple to “new heaven and earth” language in Matthew 24.
  • “Inauguration vs. Consummation”: Jesus began the new creation at his resurrection, but its fullness is yet to be revealed.
  • God’s Spirit now dwells in believers, dispersing God’s presence globally.
  • Quote: “You have to look at the story as a continuation… it’s not like you’re leaving your family behind, you’re living into the story.” —Zach [21:14]
  • The practical tension of living in the “already/not yet” of God’s Kingdom.

6. Why a New Heaven and a New Earth?

• [24:36–29:54]
  • Why does biblical language point to both a new earth and heaven?
  • Multiple heavens in scripture, with references to cosmic spiritual battles (Ephesians 6:12, Revelation 21, Job, Ezekiel).
  • The importance of recognizing everything (heaven and earth) was corrupted, thus everything will be restored.

7. Restoration, Resurrection, and Our Hope

• [29:54–39:38]
  • 1 John 3:2 (central passage): “We know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.”
  • Jesus, as the resurrected God-man, is the “new creation”—and believers’ future is to be like Him.
  • Resurrection is not just about “going to heaven on a cloud.” The Bible describes a new, embodied existence—like Christ eating fish with the disciples post-resurrection.
  • The cross is not the end—resurrection and ascension are vital to the atonement and hope (Romans 1, Hebrews 9, 1 Corinthians 15).
  • Quote: “If Christ has not been raised, then we’re still in our sins, our faith is futile, and our life has no meaning.” —Jase [38:16]

8. Living in Christ’s Glory and Identity

• [51:03–57:03]
  • The “glory” God gives us is His approval, rooted in love—not just achievement. (John 17; Exodus 33)
  • The deepest restoration is our identity: chosen, loved, included in God’s eternal family and glory.
  • Many relational and personal wounds stem from rejecting or not knowing this divine approval.
  • Quote: “God is pleased with you… there's your validation.” —Jase [55:57]

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “In a cage match, if you have AI versus DI, DI is gonna win—Divine Intelligence.”
  —Jase [04:43]
  (Highlighting the difference between manmade wisdom and God’s wisdom; running joke throughout the show.)
• “He takes what you have, what you love, and who you are—but God can restore all of it.”
  —Al [10:54]
• “We can’t die. Oh, but you’re going to die. But, yeah, I’m going to come back—and guess what? I’m going to eat some fish on earth if I want to.”
  —Jase [50:55]
• “Just think of us as humans… and all of a sudden you realize God’s pursuing me… He’s chosen me to be in this fellowship of love and glory.”
  —Jase [55:57]

Important Timestamps & Segments

| Timestamp | Segment/Topic | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:01–04:33 | Catching up after travels, impact of LSU fans in Omaha | | 05:29–13:18 | Insights from the Kingdom Marriage retreat | | 13:40–15:02 | Marriage counseling and God’s appointments | | 15:02–19:46 | Zach’s Nashville encounter, spiritual journeys | | 19:46–24:36 | New heavens and new earth—Jewish and Christian context | | 24:36–29:54 | Why a new heaven? Spiritual battles in heavenly realms | | 29:54–32:31 | 1 John 3 discussion—what will we be when Christ appears? | | 32:41–39:38 | Resurrection: seeing Jesus as he is, embodied hope | | 51:03–57:03 | God’s glory, our true identity, last reflections |

Conclusion & Flow

The episode weaves together storytelling, biblical scholarship, and practical wisdom, always circling back to the core message: Even when the enemy steals from us—our possessions, our loved ones, our sense of self—God, through Christ, restores and elevates us. The family’s conversational and humorous tone makes even weighty theology relatable, while personal stories and marriage tips connect concepts to everyday faith. For listeners, the big takeaway is hope: in Christ, what we’ve lost can be restored, our identity is secure, and a glorious new creation awaits.

Ready for more? The Robertsons will continue next episode exploring the theme of “glory,” our crowns in Christ, and how these biblical truths impact marriage, family, and purpose.