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Re-Centering on Jesus: Purpose, Hope, and Regaining Childlike Wonder | Brian Higgins & Aaron Salvato

In this episode, Brian and Aaron reuinite after a long time off from recording together. The 2 friends help each other rekindle their fervor for Jesus and share their journey…

Progressive Dispensationalism, Eschatology Reimagined – With Dr. Darrell Bock

Welcome, theology nerds and seekers! On this season 9 finale, we're diving deep into the world of dispensationalism. Whether you're a seasoned theologian or a fresh-faced learner, we've got something…

Why Does Yahweh Seem So Angry in the Old Testament? – (GoodLion Classic Episode)

This week we're thrilled to revisit an important conversation with one of our longest-running and most cherished guests, Dr. Gerry Breshears. Gerry, a beloved Seminary Professor and mentor to many,…

Jesus’ Death: Failure or Victory? – (Classic GoodLion Episode)

For this special classic episode, Aaron delves deeply into a provocative claim made on NPR's This American Life. In a conversation with host Ira Glass, Princeton historian Elaine Pagels argues…

Getting Honest About Depression and the Christian Church – With Wesley Towne (Classic GoodLion Episode)

Join Aaron and Brian as they tackle one of the hardest topics facing Christians and the church today: depression. In this honest and illuminating episode, they sit down with pastor…

A Raw Conversation On Sex Scenes, Christians, and Media – (GoodLion Classic Episode)

Welcome to a classic two-part episode of The GoodLion Podcast! It's a marathon not a sprint as Brian and Aaron dive into the complex issue of violence, sex and nudity…

Shame, Sin, & What Tim Mackie Taught Us About Righteousness – (Classic GoodLion Episode)

Aaron and Brian welcome you to revisit two early episodes from Season 1 that set out to deeply explore the meaning and importance of righteousness. These episodes were part of…

GoodLion Update: School of Discipleship Ministry Reports, Great Things in Store for the Podcast, & an Update on Aaron’s Seminary Journey

In the season finale of Season 9 of the GoodLion podcast, we take a moment to appreciate the incredible journey we've been on, and share with you some awesome news.…

Learning From Jesus: The Wisdom Warrior (Michael Bowles)

Michael Bowles returns with fresh insight on the ancient motif of the wisdom warrior. As Aaron and Michael discuss, Michael traces the wisdom warrior path embodied by exilic prophets like…

Battling Intrusive Thoughts (Aaron & Brian) – Strategies for the Christian to resist and overcome thoughts of doubt, discouragement, & fear and re-center on Christ.

Struggling with Intrusive Thoughts and Doubts? You're not alone. Most Christians experience doubt from time to time, but for some the struggle with intrusive thoughts that breed uncertainty can become…

Responding To Tough Pushback Around Christian Sexual Ethics | Pieter Valk – Pt 2: “Is Gay Sin Worse Than Straight Sin?” and More Challenging Questions From Pastors.

This episode is the second part of an interview with Pieter Valk. In part one of the interview, Pieter laid out his heart and his vision for helping gay people…

Compassionate Sexual Orthodoxy – Pieter Valk Pt 1: Navigating Brokenness, Shame, and Helping LGBT People Turn To Jesus

Pieter Valk joins Aaron Salvato for a very intriguing conversation on sexuality. Pieter is a same-sex attracted Christian and ministry leader who is also committed to the historic Christian sexual…

The Dangers of Theology Gone Wrong – (Dr. Gerry Breshears) – Disunity, Division, & Deconstruction

In part 2 of our short series on theology, Dr. Gerry Breshears (Western Seminary) helps us understand the dangers of theology gone wrong. Gerry is an amazing theological mind and…

WHY does theology matter for discipleship? (Dr. Gerry Breshears) – Defining Theology, Learning How it Helps us as Disciples, and Exploring How We Can Work Together… Even When We Disagree

In today's episode of The GoodLion Podcast, we're chatting about something super close to our hearts: what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and how theology shapes that…

The Creativity Of The Minister – Riley Taylor | Exploring the God-given call to harness creativity for good.

In this episode Aaron sits down with his friend pastor Riley Taylor to discuss the importance of creativity in ministry. Aaron and Riley share a background in filmmaking and youth…

The Theology of Heavenly Treasures | Materialism, Heart Locations, & Answering the Question “What did Jesus Mean by Store Up Treasures in Heaven?”

In this episode, host Aaron Salvato dives deep into the theology of "Treasures in Heaven" as described by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. As Christians, it's easy to…

How can we serve when we are busy and overwhelmed?

In this episode, we answer a question from one of our students at the GoodLion school of discipleship on the topic of servanthood, which is an essential element of Christian…

Love & Holiness – The Character of Yahweh (2nd Hand Seminary) | Jon Markey, Austin Palmer, & Johnny Golightly

In this episode, host Aaron Salvato and three of his classmates from Western seminary sit down to discuss theological concepts surrounding the love and holiness of God's character. Aaron frames…
Ministry

The Anonymity Of Pastoral Work – Nate Holdridge

In this episode, Aaron is joined by guest Nate Holdridge to discuss the anonymity of pastoral work. While pastoral work may seem like a public job in this age of…
Following JesusQ&ATheology

Devotions, or Devoted? – Aaron Salvato & Brian Higgins | Classic Episode

In this classic episode from season 2 of the Goodlion podcast, we join hosts Aaron Salvato and Brian Higgins on a deep dive into the Christian idea of "devotions." We…
CultureHot Topics

Healing From Covid Division – Terry Michaels

In this episode Aaron chats with pastor Terry Michaels, senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Austin Texas, for a conversation about a wound that's been inflicted on the church in recent…
Following JesusTheology

True Repentance Requires A Broken Heart

As Christians, it is easy for us to come to God only when we want to escape the consequences of our sin, rather than coming to Him with a genuinely…
Following JesusSermons

Crying Out To The Father – A study of God’s Fatherhood

The GoodLion Podcast is excited to bring you this special episode featuring a sermon from Aaron Salvato. Aaron recently preached at Calvary Chapel Vista on Psalm 86, a psalm that…
Ministry

What Exactly IS the GoodLion Podcast?

The GoodLion Podcast is a show that explores the intersection of faith and culture. Hosts Aaron Salvato and Brian Higgins have been doing the show for 8 seasons and have…
Following JesusTheology

Wake Up To The Mission (Evan Wickham) – Resist Apathy pt 6

Evan Wickham and Aaron Salvato discuss the "Mission of God" and what it means for followers of The Way of Jesus. They discuss their shared background growing up as pastor's…
Following JesusSermonsTheology

Wake Up To Your Need For Christ – Resisting Apathy pt.5

So often we turn to things like money, stuff, safety and security to give us what we need. In doing so, we often grow apathetic towards our true need: Christ.…
Following JesusSermonsTheology

Wake Up To Holiness – Resisting Apathy pt.4

A dive into the concept of God's Holiness and the call for Christians to be Holy. What does Holy even mean? How can we be asleep to this reality? We…
Following JesusQ&A

To The Christian Who Has Lost Their Passion – Resist Apathy pt3

Brian and Aaron respond to a message from a listener who 1. admits her struggle with apathy, and 2. also shares some beautiful insight on how to resist it! In…
Following Jesus

Wake Up To The Love – Resisting Apathy pt.2

Part 2 of GoodLion's series on "Resisting Apathy." The first step to waking up from the slumber of apathy is recognizing God's story and where we find our place in…
Following JesusQ&A

How To Break Free From Apathy – Uche Anizor | Apathy Series

In this episode, Aaron speaks with professor Uche Anizor, author of the book "Overcoming Apathy: Gospel Hope for Those Who Struggle to Care". They discuss the struggle many church kids…
Following JesusTheology

Wake Up To The Story – Resisting Apathy pt.1

Part one of a new series by GoodLion Ministries called "Resisting Apathy". Aaron and Brian speak into the problem of apathy in the Christian life, noting how it is a…
Hot TopicsQ&ATheology

Is the Bible The Word of God, or is Jesus? – Evan Wickham

Years ago I heard one of my mentors, Evan Wickham, use a phrase I found compelling. He said: "Jesus is what God has to say." It was powerful and it…
Following JesusSermons

Community – A Mess Worth Making

Brian Higgins shares with us about the necessity of community in the Christian life. We are currently living through a post-pandemic cultural moment where many Christians are finding it hard…
Q&ASermonsTheology

Can a Sin Be Unforgivable?

Is it possible for a sin to be so bad that Jesus himself can never forgive you? This is a question that’s haunted many Christians, especially in light of the…
Culture

Mission Drift, Political Extremes, and Wisdom in the Negative World – Mike Doyle

In a cultural moment that is growing hostile towards the Church, it's becoming easier than ever for Christians to slip into mission drift. “Without careful attention, faith-based organizations will inevitably…
Culture

Tim Keller, the War on Winsomeness, & Responding to the “Negative World.”

Many Christians now sense the world has shifted. While culture was once positive towards Christianity, we now see a world that has shifted from openness, to indifference, and now hostility.…
CultureHot Topics

Abortion, Christians, & The Value of a Life (with Ryan Lynn) / Rebroadcast

Abortion is a hot button topic that is often debated by both Christians and non Christians. Ryan Lynn (Founder of the Speak Life Collective) is here to challenge us on…
Culture

Living In The Negative World – (Mike Doyle)

Throughout our lives many of us have heard older generations harken back to a time when Christians were accepted, praised, and embraced by the culture. Everyone went to Church on…
Following Jesus

The Way of Jesus vs The Way of Peter – #FiresideTheology

Defensive violence, wounded Healers, and how radical enemy-love changes the world! So often as Christians we feel we must defend Jesus and lash out at those who are against Him.…
Ministry

Brian and Aaron Become Dads – (Season 8 Premiere)

The GoodLion Podcast is back for season 8! Brian and Aaron sit down for a heart to heart about a recent big change in their lives: becoming fathers! --- Send…
Hot Topics

Pastoring In A Ukrainian War Zone – Benjamin Morrison (Season 7 Finale)

With war raging between Russia and Ukraine, we wanted to take a moment and connect with a pastor in the thick of it. Friend of the show and CGN pastor…
Culture

Hypocrisy Hurts Our Witness. Humility Heals It – Nick Cady

Aaron talks with Nick Cady all about the problem of Christian hypocrisy, how it is harming the church, and how it shatters the witness of the Christian Church. Nick speaks…
Theology

Love, Not Fear – Advancing the Kingdom | GoodLion Theology Class #6

Fear is the enemy of love. The idols of safety and security can push us to live the Christian life from a posture of fear. If we are to advance…
Culture

Waging Peace on Social Media: Lessons From The Comment Section

In an age where tech dominates our lives, we spend so much time on social media. Christians need to face the facts. Whether we like it or not, social media…
Theology

Simple Obedience, Not Escapism | Advancing the Kingdom – GoodLion Theology Class #5

This world is not our home. It was never intended to be. We are pilgrims here on earth and we should live as such. The problem that has arisen is…
Theology

Missionaries, Not Separatists | Advancing the Kingdom – GoodLion Theology Class #4

In the New Testament, Christians are called to be in the world but not of the world. In other words, we are called to live in society and interact with…
Q&ATheology

Gerry Breshears: The Mechanics Of Salvation – (Best of GLP)

This week we present to you an old episode from season 2! We are hoping it will bless some of you listeners who may have missed it the first time…
Theology

The Kingdom Advances Not by Force, But Through the Church | Advancing the Kingdom – GoodLion Theology Class #3

How does a Kingdom advance normally? Through the sword. Violence, war, and bloodshed. Jesus' Kingdom is much different. The Kingdom of Heaven does not advance through the sword, but rather…
Theology

The Kingdom Advances In Our Hearts, Not Our Self-Interests | Advancing the Kingdom – GoodLion Theology Class #2

There is a dangerous tendency today to make the Kingdom of Heaven about what we need, or want. It is not about us. The Kingdom is about Him. He should…
Theology

What IS the Kingdom of Heaven? – GoodLion Theology Class

Welcome to the GoodLion theology class, a brand new segment on the show where we bring you rich theological lessons and thoughtful discussions with our students! In part one of…

What IS the Kingdom of Heaven? | Advancing the Kingdom – GoodLion Theology Class #1

Welcome to the GoodLion theology class, a brand new segment on the show where we bring you rich theological lessons and thoughtful discussions with our students! In part one of…
Hot Topics

The Joys and Challenges of Holy Sexuality – with Dr. Christopher Yuan

Sexuality is one of the main ways people identify themselves today. Our modern moment asks people to freely express who they are by unchaining themselves from traditional concepts of sexuality.…
Following JesusQ&A

Navigating The Highs and Lows of Faith – Why do I feel close to Jesus one day, and distant the next?

Aaron and Brian take some time to answer a great question from a friend: "Why do I feel closer than ever to Jesus one day, and then other days I…
Hot Topics

Wrestling With The Supernatural – (With Michael Bowles) | A discussion on demons, healings, signs from God, and other spiritual experiences.

Aaron and Brian chat with their friend Michael Bowles (Pastor, former youth pastor, and current student at Western Seminary) about the challenges of wrestling through the supernatural. The guys talk…
Q&ATheology

Gerry Breshears: Did the Father forsake Jesus on the Cross? (and other questions about atonement.)

Prof Gerry Breshears is back for his record breaking 3rd time on the show! In this episode we dive into the debate swirling around PSA (Penal Substitutionary Atonement) and ask…
Following Jesus

Navigating Change – With Sarah Yardley

Most people struggle with change. When we go through major change in a short period of time, it can easily overwhelm us. Learning to navigate change well is crucial to…
Ministry

The Messiness of Church Unity in the 2020s – With Scott Sauls

In a culture where every issue requires us to take sides, finding unity is incredibly difficult. This has shown up in the church as Christians are dividing over covid, politics,…
Ministry

Don’t Try To Build The House While It’s Burning – with Justin Thomas

The last 18 months seemed to tear everything apart. The normal structures of our lives, our work, and our relationships seems to have fallen completely apart. For many of us,…
Hot TopicsQ&A

Social Justice: Should Christians use the term, or avoid it? – With Dave Lomas, ft. arguments from Voddie Baucham

In all of the insanity, confusion, and cultural upheaval of the early 2020s, there's been a growing resurgence of the term “social justice” that has taken the world by storm,…
Hot Topics

Engaging with Real Deconstruction: A look at Exvangelical memes – With Dominic Done!

Deconstruction is a growing trend in religious and philosophical circles. While many Christians have begun to address deconstruction, we don’t often engage with deconstructionist ideas directly. In this episode, Aaron…
Following Jesus

Why You Should Rest – Season 6 Finale

As Aaron and Brian get ready to go on an official break, they reflect on the importance of rest, the pitfalls of workaholism in ministry, and the call of Jesus…
Theology

Conflict In The Age of Postmodernism – 3 Personas of Postmodern Thinking

In today's world, many of us are afraid of confrontation. Confrontation is uncomfortable. None of us like to be in a disagreement with someone, especially if we believe we need…
Theology

Young People, Postmodernism, and How it Blinds Their Eyes to Truth

In this episode, Aaron and Brian explore the way that postmodern thinking is currently effecting young people. As two former youth pastors, we have a huge heart for young people.…
Ministry

The Power of Online Ministry – Mike Winger

We've got a special treat for you guys: Aaron has asked his old friend Mike Winger to come on and chat about the power and potential of doing ministry work…
Theology

The Dangers of Postmodernism

Postmodernism may be today’s common thinking, but is that a good thing? In this episode, Brian and Aaron push past the facade of freedom postmodernism offers to explore some of…
CultureTheology

Evan Wickham: Hope for Doubters & Deconstructionists

Why are Millennials and GenZ kids who grew up in the Church leaving in droves? How can we reach people struggling with doubt and deconstruction? Evan Wickham, pastor of Park…
Q&ATheology

What is Postmodernism, and why should we care?

In this episode Brian & Aaron begin to scratch the surface of a notoriously hard to define topic: postmodernism, specifically postmodern philosophy. While western culture has been in the grip…
Following JesusSermons

Exiting Survival Mode (Brian Higgins)

In this midweek message, Brian takes us through the example of Peter and shows us a path to get out of "survival mode" as we fix our eyes on Jesus.…
Following JesusSermons

The Simple Gospel

Have you ever wondered if you are actually saved? if Jesus' work on the cross was enough to really save you? Have you ever been discouraged about how sometimes the…
Following JesusSermons

Beyond The Shadow of a Doubt – The Story of Doubting Thomas

In this GoodLion midweek message Aaron shares with us about the evil twin brother of faith - doubt. Doubt is not a very fun topic to talk about because it's…
Ministry

Before You Plant A Church – With Pilgrim Benham

Brian Higgins sits down with church planting veteran Pilgrim Benham to discuss the ins and outs of everything you need to know before you plant a church. Show Links: -…
Fun

Christianese Showdown – Brian Vs Aaron

In this BONUS episode Aaron & Brian square off to see who can fire off the most "Christainese" phrases in rapid succession. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlion/message Support…
Culture

Abortion, Christians, & The Value of a Life (with Ryan Lynn)

Abortion is a hot button topic that is often debated by both Christians and non Christians. Ryan Lynn (Founder of the Speak Life Collective) is here to challenge us on…
Q&A

Q&A – How Do You Avoid Sin?

Ask GoodLion: What are your strategies for avoiding sin? Brian and Aaron discuss the importance, of confession, openness, accountability, and resisting the devil so he will flee from YOU (instead…
Following JesusSermons

Faith, Hope, & Love – 1 Cor 13 (Midweek Message)

GoodLion is starting an online young adults ministry! Aaron preaches the first message on the importance of Faith, Hope, & Love in a world desperate for all three. - GoodLion…
Q&ATheology

Is God Allowing Suffering Just As Bad As Him Causing It?

When God made the world, he called it good... and yet when we look at the world today, a lot of times it doesn't really seem very good. It's filled…
Q&A

Q&A: Majoring on the Minors? (Eschatology, Calvinism Debates, and LGBTQ issues)

Ask GoodLion: How are ways that Christians “major on the minors?” Aaron and Brian discuss eschatology, Calvinism / Arminiamism debates, LGBTQ issues, and how the way we talk about these…
MinistryQ&A

Q&A: Are words necessary when preaching the Gospel?

Ask GoodLion: Are words necessary when preaching the Gospel, or is the often attributed to St. Francis of Assisi quote “Preach the Gospel.... and if Necessary use words” good advice?…
CultureTheology

Warnings About Progressive Christianity (Repost from Can I Say That?)

Aaron gets invited to come onto Brenna Blain's podcast "Can I Say That?", a podcast that tackles tough topics around Christianity and faith. In the episode, Aaron speaks with Brenna…
Q&ATheology

Does God Cause Evil and Suffering? – ft Gerry Breshears and John Piper

In this episode, we dive into some dangerous territory: questions about God's sovereignty. The sovereignty of God can be an extremely challenging topic for Christians. A lot of the debate…
Hot TopicsSexuality

Following Jesus In The Midst of Same Sex Attraction – Brenna Blain

Brenna Blain (host of the Can I Say That? Podcast) shares her story about the unique challenges of being a same sex attracted woman of faith. She tells us about…
Following Jesus

Strength In The Weak Places

No one wants to admit they are weak. Our culture puts a high value on strength. But even the strongest among us have weaknesses. Everyone does, even though we all…
Hot TopicsQ&ASexuality

Why Wait For Marriage? (With Jon Keith and Jordan Aly) – A Discussion on dating and sexuality.

Aaron sits down with his old friend Jordan and her boyfriend (now fiancé since the time of this recording!) Hip-Hop and R&B artist Jon Keith to discuss dating, sex, and…
Culture

The Way We Win – A Response To The Events at the U.S. Capitol

The way to win is not through violence, revolution, or political power. The way to win is through the person of Jesus, and for Christ followers our strategy is laid…
Ministry

The What and Why of Discipleship

Brian and Aaron discuss discipleship. What is discipleship? Why do we do it? Why is it important? What are ways we misunderstand it? All these questions and more on today’s…
Following Jesus

Creativity

In the last episode of the season, Corrie Jackson leads us through a conversation on creativity. Join us as we discuss why creativity and creative expression matter for us as…

A holiday break + Some rad links!

Aaron and Brian are taking a few weeks off for the holidays! For now, here's some links to dive deeper into what we do at GoodLion! Show Links: - Join…

Aaron & Brian Do Avent

Aaron and Brian have a holiday hangout and discuss a topic that they know nothing about: Advent! Is it essential to the faith? Is It just "Hipster Christmas?" Or is…
Hot Topics

Questions About Systemic Racism, With Benjamin Morrison

On this week's episode, Aaron sits down with Pastor Benjamin Morrison to discuss two articles he wrote for CalvaryChapel.com about the issue of systemic racism. The articles received some pushback…
Following Jesus

Knowing God’s Will

Kai Wilbanks shares a short devotional on what it means to know God’s will and follow it even in the mundane, and then Aaron Salvato and the rest of the…
Culture

Masks, Churches, & Christian Struggles During Covid

The entire Good Voice Collective intern team discusses all the crazy challenges facing churches and Christians during Covid-19. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/goodvoices/message
Ministry

Cross-Culture Christianity – With Phil Metzger

Aaron sits down with Phil Metzger (lead pastor at Calvary San Diego) to talk about the art of "Crossing Cultures." Phil and his family have spent meant years overseas as…
Culture

Dealing With The Change of Covid

Shaviane Abiel leads us through a devotional look at all the challenging changes we have been facing in our lives this year. We hope this episode helps you draw closer…
Culture

5 Ways to Re-Center on Jesus When The World Seems Crazy

Aaron & Brian are back together to talk about 5 practical ways to Re-Center ourselves on Jesus (when the world seems crazy.) In all the insanity, loss, and change of…
Culture

No Matter Who Wins, Jesus Is King

As we wait for election results, Aaron wrestles through his own doubts, anxieties, and fears around the effects of political ideologies and parties on both the Church and the world,…
Culture

Living Like Jesus In Election Season

The 2020 election is one of the most pervasive and divisive topics in American culture. In this episode, Brian discusses the culture of anxiety surrounding the election, they way Jesus…
Hot Topics

Diving Deeper into Doubts and Questions

Aaron & Brian take an episode to respond to more questions from listeners about doubts and faith. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlion/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlion/support
CultureQ&A

What should we do with our doubts? – ft. Dominic Done

Aaron invites pastor and author Dominic Done onto the show to discuss questions about faith and doubt. Question asked: 1. What has been your biggest crisis of faith and how…
Following Jesus

God’s Right To Change The Plan

People generally want to feel in control. We work, think, and plan to map out where our lives are going. But sometimes, it feels like God comes along and totally…
Ministry

Evangelism in a Pandemic? – With Joel Turner

Pastor and comedian Joel Turner talks with Aaron about evangelism... specifically the challenges of doing it during a pandemic, his views on top methods and best practices, the involvement of…
Ministry

Social Media: Distraction, or Gospel Opportunity?

Aaron & Brian are back with Season 4 of the GoodLion Podcast! Is social media a distraction to Christians, or does it actually present one of the greatest Gospel/Evangelism mission…
Culture

The Way Of The Peacemaker

From Aaron: Some words on something I think is very important: peacemaking in the age of online discussions. We NEED to be talking about how to navigate this. It's SO…
Culture

People of Peace in the Midst of a Culture War

In this episode, Brian and Aaron discuss the reality of "Cultural Pharisees". At one time, Conservative Christians were seen as the strict moralists of the day, but currently, we see…
Culture

The Challenges of 2020 – A recap with Aaron and Brian

Aaron & Brian are back recording together for the first time in weeks, and they have a LOT to decompress about. Life, work, COVID, Racial tensions, division in the Church,…
Theology

The Cup Of Wrath – Understanding God’s Justice and Mercy

Why is God's wrath often depicted in the Scriptures as a cup of wine? How are we to understand God's wrath theologically? Who must face God's wrath? Who will be…
CultureQ&A

How Can We Be a Light in a Politically Divided World? (With Scott Curran) | Tough Questions for the Current Crisis miniseries p4

2020 has been a politically charged year. Between Covid 19, the upcoming election, debates about health and safety vs rights and religious freedom, and now the recent murder of George…
Theology

When Injustice Meets Divine Justice

In light of the current unrest, division, and racial tensions in our world, Aaron shares a timely message from the book of Micah about injustice and God's idea of divine…
Q&ATheology

Can Wrath Be Redemptive? | Tough Questions for the Current Crisis miniseries p3

As we wrestle through the tough questions raised by Covid-19, we begin to look at the topic of God's wrath. Could God be the one behind this pandemic? Is it…
Following Jesus

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – With Mike Neglia

Aaron sits down with Mike Neglia (Calvary Cork, Expositors Collective) to discuss the struggle of "Imposter Syndrome", a psychological pattern in which one doubts one's accomplishments and has a persistent…
Q&ATheology

Does God Punish The World With Pandemics & Natural Disasters? | Tough Questions for the Current Crisis miniseries p2

When we face a some sort of big global crisis, many make statements about how this is certainly proof of God's wrath and judgement against the world. Aaron and Brian…
Q&ATheology

Did God Cause Covid-19 in order to Punish Specific People? | Tough Questions for the Current Crisis miniseries p1

The Covid-19 Crisis has been the most challenging thing our world collectively has faced since WW2. For many, a part of that challenge has been the tough theological questions that…
Q&A

Does Contentment Make Us Complacent? (Bonus)

Aaron and Brian answer a question from their buddy Sam. We've been preaching a lot about finding contentment in Jesus, but is their a danger we can have towards growing…
Q&A

The Difference Between Contentment and Ambition (Bonus)

In this short bonus episode, Brian and Aaron answer a question from a listener about finding the balance between being ambitious, and finding contentment in Jesus. --- Send in a…
Q&ATheology

What Exactly Is Spiritual Thriving?

Everyone is focused on improving themselves during the Covid-19 crisis, but how does that work spiritually? Most people think of adding a lot of spiritual habits to their daily routine.…
Following JesusSermons

A Prayer For Covid-19

"Thank You, father. This calamity is not the first one You've seen, nor will it be the last. You've seen so much more than we can comprehend. You've been fighting…
Culture

Our Wives talk with us about Marriage in the Covid-19 Age!

Wives of the hosts Brooklynn Salvato and Tori Higgins join Brian and Aaron for a very special episode. We talk about what marriage is like in this crazy cultural moment,…
Following JesusSermons

Jesus: The Unseen Savior (John 1:14-18)

No human has actually ever really seen what God looks like, but Jesus has made God known and visible. That's amazing. Because of Jesus... you can see God. We don't…
Following JesusSermons

The Pain of Rejection (John 1:9-13)

Jesus, the true light which gives light to everyone... was coming into the world, and yet the world did not know Him. His own people did not receive him. Imagine…
Culture

Content in Christ Alone – Contentment in the midst of Quarantine (pt 2)

What does scripture say about contentment? How can we find contentment in Jesus alone? And how can we be satisfied when God changes our plans? Aaron and Brian study scripture…
Following JesusSermons

Reflect The Light Of Christ (John 1:6-7)

"Oh Lord, I am like the moon, without the sun I hang in darkness too. So be the light, the light that shines through. Reflect off me the love that…
Culture

Contentment in the Midst of Quarantine – Part 1

How can followers of Jesus practice contentment while living in this discouraging moment of Covid-19? Aaron and Brian discuss the vices of discontentment and comparison in creativity, ministry, and daily…
Following JesusSermons

The Empty Road

"The Logos was sent to bridge the enormous gap between God and the material world." - Philo. What road are you walking? There are so many roads, but not all…
Following JesusSermons

Relentless Love

"Jesus is eternally and tirelessly bringing everything and everyone together. The energy of reconciliation is the dynamo at the heart of the universe." - Eugene Peterson. Jesus loves His family…
Culture

Fear, Faith & The CoronaVirus

Brian and Aaron discuss all the chaos enveloping our lives with the outbreak of COVID-19! If God hasn't given us a Spirit of fear... what do we do with the…
Theology

Jesus’ Death: failure or victory? (With Wavey Cowper & Thomas Fretwell)

Today's episode is a journalistic piece, a response to a clip from NPR's "This American Life" where Professor Elaine Pagels states that Jesus' death on the cross was an utter…
Q&ATheology

What are Spiritual Disciplines?

In a world of instant, some of the best things take time. This is especially true in the Christian walk. The common Christian phrase for this steady change is “spiritual…
Theology

Hard Questions About Evil and God’s Judgement – With Gerry Breshears

Why does God seem violent in the Old Testament and loving in the New Testament? Why did Uzzah, Annias, and Saphira have to die? Is Greg Boyd's cruciform hermeneutic a…
Ministry

Evangelism: How to share Jesus with the people you know!

Most Christians have friends who are not believers, but sharing Jesus in those friendships can be really hard. In this episode, Aaron and Brian talk through the dynamics of evangelizing…
Ministry

Evangelism: 3 Methods for sharing The Gospel with total strangers.

Sharing the gospel is hard. No matter how much we may want to evangelizing, getting ourselves to do it can be tough. In this episode, Aaron and Brian talk through…
Ministry

Helping Those Who Hurt. – Grief and Loss Mini-Series pt3, with Sarah Rylynn

In our final episode on grief and loss, Sarah shares with us some practical advice on how to help and minister to those who are hurting. --- Send in a…
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Hearts Rebuilt From Hope

"Hearts rebuilt from hope resurrect dreams killed by hate." - Aberjhani, The River of Winged Dreams. Jesus is the God who loves to reach into our brokenness, pick up the…
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Jesus Holds The Universe Together – (John 1:3)

"A cosmic mystery of immense proportions, once seemingly on the verge of solution, has deepened and left astronomers and astrophysicists more baffled than ever. The crux … is that the…
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Jesus is what God has to say – (John 1: 1-2)

Have you ever wondered... if I could sit down with God face to face, what would He say to me? You don't have to wonder. He's already said it! Jesus…
Ministry

Balancing Ministry with Adulting

Brian and Aaron discuss the challenges of adulting while doing ministry. Both share their experience of formerly being full time youth pastors, who now are working full time outside of…
Hot TopicsSexuality

PodClass – Ways Men and Women Can Help One Another Fight | Fighting Sexual Objectification pt 5

In today’s class I ask the men in the class, what would you want to tell your sisters in Christ that they could do to help you fight the battle…
Ministry

Grief, Depression, and learning to heal. – Grief and Loss Mini-Series pt2, with Sarah Rylynn

In part 2 of our 3 part series on Grief and Loss, Sarah shares with Aaron about the link between Grief and Depression and how hope can be found in…
Following JesusQ&A

What if my faith makes me an outcast?

What do you do when your faith makes people see you as "uncool?" Brian and Aaron field a question from a listener. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlion/message Support…
Ministry

God, how could you let this happen? – Grief and Loss Mini-Series, with Sarah Rylynn

What do we do when life brings us through unimaginable grief, loss, and tragedy? How do we handle the doubts and questions that arise about God's love and character? Sarah…
Theology

Devotions or Devoted? – a look at the purpose of personal time with God.

Should we read the Bible as a devotional, or should we read the Bible and pray in order to grow more devoted to Jesus and His Kingdom? Aaron and Brian…
Theology

Theology: God is Incomprehensible

Aaron talks about the theological theme of God being Incomprehensible. ​God is different from us; and that’s a good thing. ​God will always hold some mystery for us because an…