Ever found yourself applying ketchup to a steak and stopped to wonder about the culinary sins you might be committing? Join us as we chew over life's big questions with a generous side of humor and a helping of faith. This episode is a rollercoaster ride through the trials of camping mishaps and the tribulations of using Life Alert as a punchline after a fall. It's the sort of heartfelt banter you can expect when David Hays, drops by again to share more of his wisdom and wit as we dig into everything from food preferences to the proper pronunciation of 'blessed.'It's not all laughs, though—the heart of our discussion takes a more serious, reflective turn as we grapple with interpreting divorce in the eyes of Christianity, guided by David's seasoned perspective. The conversation broadens to the importance of understanding the Bible's historical context, and we ponder whether its teachings should be applied literally or more contextually in our modern lives. We also touch on the influence of media portrayals like 'The Chosen' on our understanding of scriptural figures, ensuring our discussion is as nourishing for the soul as it is for the mind.Finally, we tackle the elephant in the room—gatekeeping in Christianity. The episode culminates with a crucial exploration of what it means to create a welcoming church community, balancing scriptural integrity with the open arms of acceptance. We don't shy away from discussing the challenges of 'woke pastors' and the push-and-pull between tradition and progression in our faith. So, whether you're wrestling with spiritual questions or just need a good laugh about life's hiccups, pull up a chair to our table for an episode that promises to feed your curiosity and perhaps light a spark of deeper reflection.We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Ever had one of those days where your gym mishap turns into an impromptu movie night with nothing but a Diet Coke and John Wick 3 for company? We've all been there, and in this episode, we're bringing those relatable stories to life, all while providing a hefty dose of spiritual insight. We're boosting up things from the production side with our shiny new recording setup, as we traverse the Beatitudes of Matthew 5 and their implications on our modern lives. We get into the nitty-gritty of everyday annoyances, from the curious choreography at stop signs to the baffling nuances of mid-meal sipping. But it's not all light-hearted rants; we delve into the depths of Isaiah 47 and its stark message against astrology, putting a magnifying glass on the crossroads of contemporary Christian values and the ever-present gaze of social media. Join us as we candidly dissect these societal quirks with honesty and a pinch of humor.Finally, we wrap things up with a heart-to-heart on the sustenance of community and how shared experiences – be they as simple as choosing which Laffy Taffy to eat first or as profound as communal prayer – underpin our spiritual journey. Reflecting on Esau's hasty decision-making, we examine our own cravings for instant gratification versus the long-lasting satisfaction found in righteousness and mercy. From our soundboard shenanigans to the comforting embrace of shared faith, this episode is a reminder that whether you're laughing, pondering, or seeking solace, you've got companions right here, ready to walk beside you.We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

In our most sporadic start to an episode yet, join us as we jump from astrology to Bigfoot to the start of Jesus' 'Sermon on the Mount'. Brady shares some of his recent frustrations and brings up his "Hot Take" segment on zodiac signs. We do eventually get into Matthew 5, starting with the beatitudes and talk our way through each one. We round this episode out discussing some "Christian cliches".Thanks for all the support through this first year of our podcast. We have learned so much during this time and hope to keep improving the quality of content that we are putting out! We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

In this post Christmas, Christmas episode join us as we air out some of our opinions, issues, and some exciting trivia! We talk about some of our personal experiences where we felt close to God as well as different types of worship in different churches. Stick around  to the end to enjoy a mix of Bible trivia and just some fun Christmas trivia. Thanks for all the support through this first year of our podcast. We have learned so much during this time and hope to keep improving the quality of content that we are putting out!We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Join us as we spend some time catching up in this more laid back type of episode. We talk about sharing Jesus with others, some of the recent events and experiences we've had, hash out some differences of opinions on a couple of "hot takes", talk a little about  joining The STG Fitness Podcast for an episode, and sharing some of our favorite Christian movies. We hope you enjoy listening and appreciate all of the support!We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

David Hays joins us again, giving us the truth of Carter's predicament, as well as sharing his biblical knowledge and experiences as we answer some tough questions. The group begins going through Matthew chapter 4 discussing Jesus's time in the wilderness being temped and living of God's word. We also, each go through and share struggles we have/had as "new Christians" and focus a lot on the topic of prayer. We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

We welcome our first ever guest, David Hays, as he joins us on this episode raising the Hays tally to three. David shares some of his life's stories about his youth and his path to Christ. He also weighs in on some of the previous discussions and group debates, as well as helping answer some weighty biblical questions. We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.comInstagram: @lifebesidechristpodcastIntro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Does John the Baptist's lifestyle and diet give him the title of the first bodybuilder ever? Probably not, but this debate is brought up while Brady, Carter, and Levi dive deeper into his story and life as written about in Matthew's account of the gospel. We also give our thoughts on last episodes' question of "Why does God allow evil to exist?"We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro music: "Our Days" by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Join us in studying the Bible! After some catching up on things going on in our lives, and some of the recent controversy among our group, we start diving into the gospel of Matthew. In this episode we go through Matthew chapters 1 & 2. We talk about Matthew's background as a tax collector, the genealogy of Jesus, and the early struggles of Joseph and Mary's journey.We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.comInstagram: @lifebesidechristpodcastIntro/Outro music: "Our Days" by David Hays We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

He has RISEN! In this Easter episode Brady, Carter, and Levi discuss the question 'Where do you see God?', why we need Jesus, and what He did for us by dying on the cross and rising 3 days later. God's love is poured out into the world and was demonstrated to us how much He really loves us all by taking our punishment and being the perfect sacrifice for all of our sins.We love hearing from our listeners wether its criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:PerfectEmail: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.comInstagram : @lifebesidechristpodcastIntro/outro musicOur Days by David HaysWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

In this episode Brady, Carter, and Levi discuss still learning how to podcast, our thoughts on certain songs, and the biggest choice in all of our lives. We all make this choice one way or another. The choice between Heaven and Hell seems easy on the surface, but what does it really mean?  We talk about our understandings and what we have learned about the importance of this topic.Reach out to us at lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com or on instagram @lifebesidechristpodcastWe love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Learn a little more about Brady, Carter, and Levi as we each share our stories and how we came to know Christ. We go into depth about each of our experiences growing up and our involvement in the church, as well as our "Hot Take" in church attire. We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

Join us as we start this adventure into a new area known as podcasting. In our first episode we introduce our selves and talk about why we started this podcast as well as what we hope to do throughout. We love hearing from our listeners whether it's criticism, advice, or just thoughts on the conversation we had. Find us or reach out to us here:•Email: lifebesidechristpod@gmail.com•Instagram: @lifebesidechristpodcast•Intro/Outro Music: "Our Days" by David Hays

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