Podcast appearances and mentions of jack hoey

Last year, in episode 67, "Should Christians Watch Horror Movies," a panel discussion comprised of Seacoast family shared why watching horror films poses no personal moral conflicts, many even citing reasons why these movies can be good and informing. But today, Lynne Stroy brings a different Biblical perspective and disagrees with these perspectives. Also on today's episode is Jack Hoey, Ciarrah Lindsay, Amy Worley, and Joey Svendsen, who have their own response to this form of entertainment. After substantial pushback to last year's episode, the five of them turn to the morals of general violence in movies and discuss some unrealistic, over-the-top violence in movies like the John Wick series and whether the violence in historical movies like Saving Private Ryan and Schindler's List adds value to the viewing experience.  Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeLynne Stroy / Instagram Jack Hoey / Instagram  Ciarrah Lindsay / Instagram Amy Worley / Instagram  Joey Svendsen / InstagramExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicSince the beginning of 2024, this podcast releases fully-produced, video versions of each episode. You can find these on our YouTube Channel.

This episode was originally recorded in July of 2016, shortly after Donald Trump became the Republican Party's presidential candidate.  Little did we know at the time of this conversation, that in 5 short months, he would be the next president of the United States of America.   [show-notes from episode 40]  We talk to non-trump supporter Jack Hoey (the father) and Trump-Supporter, Kerry Haplin about how Trump pulled off the miracle of being a frontrunner in the presidential race, we discussed his chances at winning, and what major changes are in store for America with a Trump presidency. Is he trustworthy? Could he bring a deconstruction to the ineffective politics we all have trouble believing in? Is the potential value of a Trump presidency worth the risk that comes from having a loose canon in the Oval office? Our guests have some strong opinions on all these matters.Get The B-Sides Feed  Facebook Discussion Group here.E-mail the PWNA team here.Theme Song, other Music by Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Roc): Apple MusicOther music: Derek Minor. Send a text to the crew (we may read these on air)Host and producer, Joey Svendsen also hosts and produces two other podcasts, coming more from the church world:Seacoast Church's Things You Won't Hear on Sunday Podcast &The Endurance Factor Podcast Other podcasts affiliated with co-hosts of PWNA:Jed's Church & Other DrugsMatt's The Great Deconstruction

[Contributors to this Episode: Joey Svendsen, Hayne Griffen, Jack Hoey, Derek Kubilus]In EP10 of the Podcast, 4 months or so ago, Derek Kubilus introduced us to his perspective on a Universal salvation plan carried out by Jesus, captured in his new book, Holy Hell.  Regular guest, Jack Hoey, read the book and didn't have a positive reaction, even felt like it was contemptuous.  Hosts Joey Svendsen and Hayne Griffen beg to differ, and the four discuss. Get The B-Sides Feed  Facebook Discussion Group here.E-mail the PWNA team here.Theme Song and Intro Music: Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Rock): Apple MusicClosing music by Derek Minor. Other music by Mechanical River

Two regulars to the podcast join the show together for the first time as a "father and son duo."  Both part of the Seacoast family for over 20 years,  Jack Hoey Jr. (the father) and Jack Hoey III (the son) talk to Joey and Lynne about the future of America, whether Artificial Intelligence holds the capacity to create art or of being a threat to humanity; today's staggeringly low birthrates, The Waffle House, and other subjects they've written about on their new Substack account, Matter at Hand.  On this episodeJack Hoey Jr. / Linkedin Jack Hoey III / Instagram Lynne Stroy, host / Instagram Joey Svendsen, host / InstagramStay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page I YouTubeIntro Narration: Sarah WolfExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicSince the beginning of 2024, this podcast releases fully-produced, video versions of each episode. You can find these on our YouTube Channel.

[hosts contributing on this episode: Joey Svendsen and Matt Oxley] Jack Hoey (the father) and Jack Hoey (the son) join Joey and Matt to discuss the likelihood of God's existence, why God doesn't make things more obvious, whether or not people can condition themselves to believe, how dependable the bible is to base meaning of life on, and what stock should be placed on spiritual experiences.  While Joey and "the Jacks" consider themselves believers in the Christian faith, Matt is a former fundamentalist Christian now atheist, very familiar with the tenants of faith and traditional beliefs in the Bible.  His departure from faith was a very painful season of deconstruction.   Jack Hoey x 2 / SubstackMatt Oxley / SubstackGet The B-Sides Feed  Facebook Discussion Group here.E-mail the PWNA team here.Theme Song: Stoy Prioleau (aka: Riggy Rock): Apple MusicOther Music:  Mechanical River

Tis the season to be jolly, unless you are extremely burdened and heavy-laden. In our last two episodes, not only to we want to have fun talking about Christmas and being jolly, we also want to remember those who are suffering or have a family member suffering; and potentially be a resource to help folks navigate this season.  Rejoicing during this season by talking favorite christmas songs, debating when christmas songs should be listened to (and stopped listening to), discussing whether Christmas celebrations are rooted in pagan worship and whether that's even something that should be bothersome if true.   Amy Worley, Andi Andrew, Jack Hoey, Lynne Stroy and Joey Svendsen also share good and bad Christmas memories while chestnuts are roasting on an open fire. In this episodeAmy Worley / InstagramAndi Andrew / Instagram Jack Hoey / Instagram Lynne Stroy / Instagram Joey Svendsen / InstagramSpecial Appearances from:Michael Gungor / Spotify and Apple Music Amie Patrick / InstagramShane Claiborne / Site  Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion PageExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicChristmas music by Seacoast Music: Spotify and Apple Music. 

[Part 1 of this two-parter: God, People, Prayer, Mystery: People Need to Pray More]Most Christians believe God is all-loving and all-powerful, but if this is the case, why does evil exist and how does prayer fit into the equation? Part two continues the conversation with author and theologian, Thomas J. Oord, explaining a specific belief in God termed "Open Theism."  Open Theists suppose that not only is God limited in power, but for God to make people with true freewill, the future isn't knowable even to Him.  While most Christians lend no credence to this theological framework, it's yet another way in which  many Christians have attempted to reconcile human suffering with the existence of "an all-loving God."    These questions have been baffling the deepest of thinkers for thousands of years.  It's Jack Hoey, Joey Svendsen and Chip Judd with Thomas J. Oord, taking a deep dive into the existence of God and evil.Thomas J. Oord / Site / God Can't bookJack Hoey / LinkedinChip Judd / InstagramJoey Svendsen, host / InstagramStay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion PageExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

Dr. Bart Ehrman talks to Joey about God, the bible, and most specifically the book of Revelation, given his latest book release "Armageddon: What the Bible Really Says About the End," dives deep into that apocalyptic, last book of the Bible.  He also shares a bit of his spiritual journey which includes a long season of being an ardent Christian.  Click Episode 49 - Does The Bible Contradict Itself,"  for a "prequel conversation" of this episode with Jack Hoey, Julie Hiott, and Chip Judd.At the top of the episode, Josh Walters is back with Lynne and Joey as the three discuss their heart postures in learning from those who do not share the Christian faith.  Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeDr Bart Ehrman / Site / BookJosh Walters, co-host  / Instagram Lynne Stroy, co-host / InstagramJoey Svendsen, co-host / InstagramExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicOther music:  Seacoast Music

On next week's podcast release, Dr. Bart Ehrman talks about his new book on the last book of the Bible, Revelation.  Dr. Ehrman, former Christian, no longer believes and considers himself an atheist.  Jack Hoey, Julie Hiott, and Chip Judd, all family here at Seacoast Church, have been people of faith and students of the Bible for a combined 130 years. They listened to a pre-release of next week's conversation with Dr. Bart Ehrman.  On today's episode, the three alongside host Joey Svendsen discuss what they heard, while diving deep into discussions about the end times, how to read the bible responsibly, and what to do with the apparent contradictions it contains.  At the top of episode, Josh Walters and Lynne Stroy describe their decade-long work relationship including the recent changes it's undergone.     Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeJulie Hiott / InstagramJack Hoey / LinkedInChip Judd / Instagram Josh Walters, co-host  / Instagram Lynne Stroy, co-host / InstagramJoey Svendsen, co-host / InstagramExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineers: Mike Ward and Katelyn VandiverMusic, theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music

Natasha Gray, Jack Hoey, Joey Svendsen and Lynne Stroy discuss the lives of introverts.  Lynne, the only extrovert in the mix is quite surprised by all she hears, including the forced isolation of 2020 being heaven for Natasha, Joey's contentment being by himself in social situations, and Jack's sincere perplexity by the notion of having more than one social gathering in a week.The four discuss last week's episode on pacifism and conclude with a discussion on whether different animal life forms, such as roaches and cats, should be treated according to a hierarchy of value; and whether there's any moral implications of doing (or not doing) so.   Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeLynne Stroy / InstagramJoey Svendsen / InstagramNatasha Gray / Instagram Jack Hoey III / Instagram Reflections at end of episode:Abbie Love / InstagramKristin Mabry / Facebook Executive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Gabe DewalkMusic, theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicOther music:  "Good" by Natasha Gray / Spotify / Apple Music

Does holding to the Christian faith mean that violence is never an option?  From contexts of a parent using force to protect a child to a country using weapons to protect civilians, what does "turn the other cheek" and "love your enemy" look like practically?  When Jesus says "those who live by the sword will die by the sword," does that mean no fighting, even in order to protect?  Author and activist Shane Claiborne and Seacoast's Jack Hoey are together again to discuss pacifism (check out Episode 2 for a discussion between these two on whether Christians can accrue wealth and serve God at the same time).We're all in agreement that the church's highest calling is to love.  Are there times when love demands force? Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeShane Claiborne / Web / Instagram / MinistryJack Hoey / LinkedInJoey Svendsen, co-host / InstagramLynne Stroy, co-host/ InstagramExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Gabe DewalkMusic, theme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music Other music:  Seacoast Music

In 2019, Lead Pastor Josh Surratt called for a "Healing Service," motivated by desperate hope to see his sister healed of breast cancer.  God orchestrated something much bigger than expected.Through a mutual friend, Josh Surratt was connected to Josh Silverberg who had recently seen miraculous healings as a result of his fervent prayer and belief in Jesus' power.   While Josh Surratt was expecting a couple of hundred people to show up and realized there was well over 1000, the nerves settled in deep.  Especially after finding out over dinner that Josh Silverberg had zero experience leading a healing service.  What happened is more than anyone could ask or imagine.In this final episode, host Joey Svendsen talks to Jack Hoey and our guest (who goes by "Godless") on the legitimacy of the miracles discussed in this series as well as the likelihood of a spiritual realm altogether.  Can one be certain one way or another in an unseen, spiritual realm?  And if nothing miraculous happened in these individuals' lives, what are some plausible scientific explanations  for the sudden turnarounds in health? Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  LIVE Q&A with the folks heard in this series.On This EpisodeGodless  Jack Hoey / LinkedInJoey Svendsen, co-host / InstagramMayer, Jenny, co-host / InstagramPopadich, Stephen, co-host / InstagramExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Gabe DewalkMusic, theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicSeries theme song: Seacoast Music

So many unanswerable questions on this side of heaven and so many perspectives, even on the nature of what truth is.  In an age where everything is questioned, why do so many still believe fervently in a good, loving God?  And what about those who say, “I'd love to believe in this God, but I  can't make myself believe in something."  Would unbelievers all believe, if they could see the fullness of God?  And on the subject of God, is He all-loving, all-powerful, both, neither?   Some Christians ascribe to "open theology," respectfully rejecting the notion of God's unlimited power.  Regardless of what beliefs one holds, this world, the evil done on it, and the pain felt in it, is deeply troubling.  We discuss these “not so light-hearted,” nor simple spiritual matters that have had the brightest of thinkers scratching their heads for centuries.  Part one of this episode is with our very own Jack Hoey.  Joey and Jack process  thoughts on truth, belief, unbelief, and whether unbelief is a choice.  For part two, Bruce B. Miller (author, pastor and consultant) discusses the problem of pain, suffering and evil, using his most recent book, The 7 Big Questions in Searching for God, Truth, and Purpose, as context.  Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page   On This Episode Bruce B. Miller / Website / Instagram / BookJack Hoey III / Instagram Joey Svendsen, host / InstagramAaron Lafalce, narrator / Instagram / Music / WebsiteSpecial Song, Rainbows, courtesy of Natasha GraySpotify / Apple MusicExecutive Producer: Josh Surratt Producer/Editor: Joey Svendsen Sound Engineer/Editor: JT Price Sound Engineer: Gabe DewalkTheme song: Joel T. Hamilton Music   

Life is a roller coaster of ups and downs.  It's simply part of the human journey.  If God "works good out of all things for those who are called according to His purpose," (Romans 8:28) and one has a painful and life-altering experience, did God cause it to happen in order to bring out that good?  Can we assume all of it was a part of the original plan?What's God got to do with our day-to-day?  Pastors Roy Jacques and Julie Hiott discuss with Joey Svendsen their take on this mystery.  We also hear two stories from the Seacoast family, one in which a young girl's (now grown woman, Kristen Overcash) dreams of being an Olympic gymnast is shattered by an obscure back condition and a successful businessman (Jack Hoey) loses his business during the economic turmoil of 2008.  Did God orchestrate these losses for a greater purpose?   Were the life-changing events included in God's perfect will for these two?  Questions we can only ponder.  And that's what we do here in this episode.    Stay ConnectedWebsite | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeLynne Stroy, intro / InstagramJoey Svendsen, co-host / InstagramJulie Hiott, co-host / InstagramRoy Jacques, co-host / FacebookKristen Overcash / Instagram Jack Hoey / Linked inVoices in montage at beginning:Jack Hoey III, Shannon Link, Kareen Ripperda, Brian Adleman Executive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Gabe DewalkTheme Song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicOther music: Seacoast

Many Christians grew up going to "Hallelujah Nights" and "Harvest Fest" celebrations on October 31st; but dressing up, going "trick or treating" and celebrating Halloween?  That's for #TeamSatan's biggest party of the year, where Christians have no business being.But what about Christians who merely enjoy a night of dressing up, getting candy and having a little fun?  Is Halloween's questionable roots significant enough to merit a Christian boycott?  Jack Hoey rejects this notion and sees Halloween as an innocent night of fun for the kids. Cheryl Brown, fellow "Seacoaster," has vastly differing convictions.  Refraining from Halloween celebrations, according to her, falls in line with God's desire for Christians to be "set apart."  Stay Connected.Website | Facebook Discussion Page  In this episodeJack Hoey /Linked In Cheryl Brown / FacebookJoey Svendsen, host / InstagramSparkle Anderson, narrator / Instagram Executive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Diego GomezMusic Composed by: Joel T. Hamilton Music (including theme song) and Seacoast Church MusicWe'd love for you to share your story for us to possibly share it on this podcast.  

Co-hosts Joey Svendsen and Matt Oxley hang with regular contributor Jack Hoey (the father) to discuss whether capitalism or communism is ideal in regards to morals, greed, and a more "Jesus Way" of running things.  Everyone on the show agrees on capitalism's shortcomings (and even evil of), but the disagreement at hand, is whether communism is any better.   There are admirable motivations for both "sides" to promote their version of "ideal government," the various perspectives here represent a different weighting system of different values. Did Jesus speak against capitalism?  Does communism lend itself to more evil, given the more control allotted to less people, and the question remains: has it ever worked in the past?  History has spoken clearly though, no manmade system can fix human greed, undo the propensity to take advantage of others,  nor stop the violence motivated often for financial gain.  Co-HostsMatt Oxley / Web  / TwitterJoey Svendsen / Instagram / Twitter / FacebookBear W/ Community Read About / Join / Raffle / Welcome PacketBear W// Community VideoSocials / Connect  Join our mailing list to keep up with everything.Join the PWNA Discussion Facebook GroupWe are on YouTube and Tik Tok.PWNAcontact@gmail.com  for correspondence.ThanksTheme song, courtesy of Derek MinorOther music originally composed by Joel Hamilton and Joel Hamilton + friends. Andrew Holder sound engineers, mixes, and helps with overall production.  E-mail him here for all your podcast needs. Support the show

What if in the "Genesis 1 beginning," things had already began?  What if the infamous, "In the Beginning" beginning, happens to be about  one small area, guarded by an angel (Garden of Eden).  S. Joshua Swamidass, MD, PhD,  author of The Genealogical Adam and Eve: The Surprising Science of Universal Ancestry, challenges widely-held presuppositions held about the Genesis creation story and has put his tenure on the line for being forthright with the role that his faith plays in how he sees the world.  In this episode he talks how a plain reading of Genesis  can still be supported by science.  Oh yeah, and he believes in evolution.  But according to Dr. Swamidass, humans still lack amazement for the good stuff.  How are we not more fascinated by existence in general?  Or the existence of consciousness?  He demonstrates well the ability to maintain what most of his atheist colleagues would call "good science" while still being a self-proclaimed, "Christian first, scientist second" person.  And while he's here, we also manage to talk conspiracies, AI, Mars exploration and how it's hard to get ethics out of science, especially in regards to abortion.  At top of episode, Jack Hoey and Ellen Mauro defend some very cynical comments they made on a previous episode about speaking in tongues.  Chip Judd challenges their views on a means of prayer he practices every day and claims to be why he is the man he is today.  Joshua Swamidass, MD, PhD // Twitter  Ellen Mauro Instagram Chip Judd Instagram // WebsiteJack Hoey Instagram //  TwitterJoey/PWNA Instagram and TwitterJoin us as a Patron!Join our mailing list to keep up with everything.Tip any amount $ to Venmo for a PWNA Sticker.Join the PWNA Discussion Facebook GroupPWNAcontact@gmail.com  for correspondence.Theme song, courtesy of Derek MinorOther music originally composed by  Joel Hamilton and Joel Hamilton + friends. Executive Producer of PWNApod:  Jared SvendsenSupport the show

We've heard the stories, we've seen their signs, our jaws have dropped, our stomachs have turned. Why do they do what they do? How do they reconcile their actions with the teachings of Jesus? How do they claim to practice love? Back in August of 2020, Jack Hoey III and Joey talked to the leader of Westboro Baptist, Tim Phelps.   You can listen to that episode here (part 1).  This time around, we challenge some different practices of Westboro, including their clear “double-standard” use of scripture.  Jack  amongst other things, suggests that the folks at Westboro would greatly benefit from  approaching the bible with more humility.   Tim amongst other things, points at what he'd call clear doctrinal instructions in the bible that guide the day to day of his organization.  Joey is accompanied this time by Jack Hoey (the father) who is closer in age to Tim and quite likely as studied in scripture.  Unfortunately a bit of the same result, as far as finding substantial common ground but that wasn't a surprise.  This time though, Joey did manage to ask Tim if he liked him and Jack.Join us as a Patron! Join our mailing list to keep up with everything. Tip any amount $ to Venmo for a PWNA Sticker. Joey/PWNA Instagram and Twitter Current DonorSee giving opportunity Join the PWNA Discussion Facebook Group PWNAcontact@gmail.com  for correspondence. Theme song, courtesy of Derek Minor Other music originally composed by Robbie Madison, Joel Hamilton and Joel Hamilton + friends, and Ray Deezy. Executive Producer of PWNApod:  Jared SvendsenSupport the show

Subscribe here to keep up with all things "Pastor With No Answers" as well as a new digital family we'd love to have you a part of.  You don't have to be alone in your spiritual questions  and you don't have to play by society's "new standard" of taking sides and being polarized.  Join us!Ellen, Jack and Joey kick things off with a conversation about speaking in tongues.  Joey thinks he speaks in tongues and is just fine with not being sure.   Derek Webb has raised the eyebrows of many Evangelical Christians through the years, many of them huge fans of his prolific (former) Christian band, “Caedmon's Call.”   We've seen this a hundred times.  One of our “Christian heroes” starts to express doubt and maybe makes a controversial statement every now and then; next thing we know, our hero has deconstructed his faith, gotten a divorce and probably behind the scenes, tortures little kittens.  Only Derek knows the ends and outs of his story, but on this episode, he invites us in to hear about it too.  This includes his  journey that landed him into this new space of re-investigating his faith.  Derek now works at a church and is married to a singer and musician of a worship band.   And he's traded in "beliefs" for hypotheses.  Joey takes this opportunity to put Jack Hoey on the spot to share with Derek the season of time in which Derek, Mark Driscoll and Rob Bell were the three main faces on Jack's “Mount Rushmore" of Christian influencers.  Derek is one hell of a dude and is writing a new album, “The Jesus Hypothesis,” in which he's reconsidering the possible implications of Jesus' life, teachings and resurrection. Episodes mentioned:  Can “Holy Spirit” Movements Actually Be Demonic?Derek WebbEllen Mauro InstagramJack Hoey Instagram and TwitterJoey/PWNA Instagram and TwitterCurrent DonorSee giving opportunitySupport Us:Join us as a patron!or leave a Venmo tipJoin the PWNA Discussion Facebook Group PWNAcontact@gmail.com  for correspondence.Theme Song courtesy of Derek MinorOther music originally composed by Derek Webb Executive Producer of PWNApod:  Jared SvendsenSupport the show

Subscribe here to keep up with all things "Pastor With No Answers" as well as a new digital family we'd love to have you a part of.  You don't have to be alone in your spiritual questions  and you don't have to play by society's "new standard" of taking sides and being polarized.  Join us! The story of my depressive disorder in 2019 is profoundly incomplete without including a narrative of my departure from the BadChristian Podcast and community.  On this episode, I include insight from friends and family, recounting a story of great loss as well as my journey from brokenness to health.  Or let's just say healthIER.  – Joey BadChristian Podcast and community was started in 2013 by Matt Carter, Toby Morrell (of the band Emery) and friend, Joey Svendsen (pastor of a church in South Carolina).  Brutally honest and often irreverent Christian podcasts like this are now a dime a dozen but at the time, “BC POD” occupied a unique space, and as a result of its quick rise in popularity, proved to be a vibe that many Christians had an appetite for.  The three aforementioned hosts were not only co-workers but also good friends.  Unfortunately, all humans are flawed and sometimes, even when motivated by the best intentions, relationships get broken to an extent in which they aren't salvageable.  Joey shares his take on the “break up story” with his friends and co-hosts; the first (and hopefully only) situation of this kind he's ever had to walk through.   Special thanks to contributors (in order of appearance):Ryan Amick, Sean A. Scapellato, Jared Svendsen, Karen “PK” Simmons, Jack Hoey, Krystal Halvorson, and special outtake with Ryan Amick.Other Episodes of interest:Repenting from BadChristianMy Depressive Episode: Why Talk About Our HellMy Depressive Episode 2: “To See a Son Suffer”My Depressive Episode 3 (w/ Chip Judd): Anxiety and How it All BeganMy Depressive Episode 4: Our Pastors Walked With Us & the Mental Institution Joey/PWNA: https://www.instagram.com/joeysvendsenhttps://twitter.com/joeysvendsenCurrent DonorSee giving opportunity: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelpsBe a patron! https://www.patreon.com/pwnapodor leave a Venmo tip right @  https://venmo.com/joey-svendsenJoin the discussion:https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalkE-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence.Music on this episode courtesy of:Joel Hamilton + friendshttps://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/http://embassyfreqs.com/Jejune, courtesy of Joe Guevara https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dH7IS6J0rfzfMCyxG8b4VDerek Minor  http://www.derekminor.comExecutive producer:  Jared Svendsen Support the show

So many of us evangelicals (current or former) have done it.  We thought the rapture happened, can't find our Christian loved-ones, so we call our born-again, spirit-filled grandma.  If the rapture happened, she'd be gone!  We sigh a deep relief when she answers, “Hey, sweetie.”  End times theology, the book of Revelation, the mark of the beast, the tribulation, a 1000-year reign, the Left Behind series and that “scary-ass” 70s movie they made us watch in youth group.  Author and theologian, Zach Hunt, says “not so fast, the book of Revelation is about liberation and hope.”   He shares with Jack Hoey and Joey Svendsen the content he wrote in his book, Unraptured: How End Times Theology Gets It Wrong .  Did Paul and Jesus think God was coming back in their lifetime?  How is a belief in the rapture anti-biblical?   Oh, yeah and what is it about Dolly Parton and Tom Hanks that make them both perfect candidates for the Anti-Christ.  Zach Hunt:https://twitter.com/zaackhunthttps://zackhunt.net/Jack Hoey:https://twitter.com/jackthelesserJoey/PWNA Instagram:  www.instagram.com/joeysvendsenCurrent DonorSee giving opportunity: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelpsSupport Us:Join us as a patron! https://www.patreon.com/pwnapodor leave a Venmo tip right @  https://venmo.com/joey-svendsenJoin the discussion:https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalkSocials:https://twitter.com/joeysvendsenhttps://www.facebook.com/PWNApodE-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence.Music on this episode courtesy of Derek Minor:  http://www.derekminor.comOther music originally composed by Joel Hamilton + friendshttps://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/http://embassyfreqs.com/Executive Producer of PWNApod:  Jared SvendsenSupport the show

Christianity Today released episode one of a podcast series that narrates and reflects on the rise and fall of the late Mars Hill Church in Seattle, formerly led by Pastor Mark Driscoll.  Dr. Tony Jones (former friend of Mark Driscoll), who appears on this documentary, joins us alongside Ellen Mauro (remained a part of the Mars Hill Church family until the very end) and Jack Hoey (former admirer of Mark Driscoll) to discuss the content of this new documentary series.  Are pastors with similar track records as Driscoll's, aware of the harm they are causing?  Are they hearing from God?  If not, do they believe they are?  Did anything good happen at Mars Hill Church, considering what we now know?  We reflect on these questions and propose a few more: If one is known for his charisma, should this disqualify her from leading a church?  Is evangelicalism's main vehicle entrepreneurialism?  So many people who loved and sacrificed for the church community of Mars Hill are still hurting to this day.  Many of them are still asking, “How did I not see what was really happening?”Podcast being discussed in this episode:  https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/podcasts/rise-and-fall-of-mars-hill/Dr. Tony Jones: https://reverendhunter.com/Ellen Mauro:  https://www.instagram.com/ellenmauroJack Hoey: @jackthelesser (twitter and Instagram) Joey/PWNA Instagram:  www.instagram.com/joeysvendsenCurrent DonorSee giving opportunity: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelps Support Us: Join us as a patron! https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod or leave a Venmo tip right @  https://venmo.com/joey-svendsen Join the discussion:https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Socials:https://twitter.com/pwnapodhttps://twitter.com/joeysvendsenhttps://www.facebook.com/PWNApod  E-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence. Theme Song courtesy of Derek Minor:  http://www.derekminor.com Other music originally composed by Joel Hamilton + friends https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/ http://embassyfreqs.com/ Guest Producer: Andrew HolderE-mail Andrew for all podcast editing/production needs andrewholder74@gmail.com Executive Producer of PWNApod:  Jared SvendsenSupport the show

Kicking off the episode is a quick discussion (with Chip Judd) on pastors and suicide.  Is there a correlation between the pastoral role and having mental illness? Joey reflects on his vocation and whether being a pastor is harmful to his health.  Then the “PreachersNSneakers Guy,” (we call him Vic) joins Joey and co-host Jack Hoey to discuss celebrity pastors. Did these pastors start “doing ministry” with good intentions?  How did they get completely off the tracks?  Is it immoral to preach the gospel while wearing $3000 worth of attire?  Why do people keep following celebrity pastors?   Let's just say we try to keep this episode from being a "Steven Furtick Episode." Joey, Jack and "Vic" are on the same page in three accounts.  Each loves the church, each loves these pastors who are celebrities, and all three also hate “celebrity pastor culture."Get Tyler's brand new book "PreachersNSneakers: Authenticity in an Age of For-Profit Faith and (Wannabe) Celebrities."PreachersNSneakers:https://www.instagram.com/preachersnsneakershttps://preachersnsneakers.comJack Hoey: https://twitter.com/jackthelesserJoey/PWNA Instagram:  www.instagram.com/joeysvendsenCurrent DonorSee: https://donorsee.com/pwnahelpsSupport:Join us as a patron! https://www.patreon.com/pwnapodor leave a Venmo tip right @  https://venmo.com/joey-svendsenJoin the discussion:https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalkSocials:https://twitter.com/pwnapodhttps://twitter.com/joeysvendsenhttps://www.facebook.com/PWNApodCALL 507-403-PWNA (7962):  Questions, Comments, Feedback, Pushback, frustration? Air it out on our voicemail and we may air it on an episode.E-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence.Music courtesy of: Derek Minor http://www.derekminor.com/Executive Producer: Jared Svendsen Support the show

Two smart men, both fully convinced of two opposite “truths.” The Explorer’s Club: https://freemusic.theexplorersclub.com/ You heard “Ruby” and “Look to the Horizon” from their 2020 S/T Godless’ “Metal Sucks” Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9-ff6Kg-qT79TSADLx-ukQ Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Another episode with these two guys: Episode 105 Theme music courtesy of: http://www.derekminor.com/ https://mechanicalriver.bandcamp.com/

Chip Judd and Jack Hoey, regulars on this podcast, have both been Christians for a long time and see prayer in very different lights. How much responsibility do we have to pray regularly and does God withhold blessings and provisions when we do not pray enough? Does God often communicate back to us? So many questions about prayer and we discuss many of them on this episode. At the top of the episode, Joey, Ellen Mauro and John Mark McMillan continue their conversation about porn and today specifically we discuss how significant the difference is between seeing naked bodies and watching sexual acts. I also surveyed our listeners on their personal struggles with mental illness and share the results in the intro. John Mark McMillan: @johnmarkmc, https://www.johnmarkmcmillan.com/ Support this podcast: patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence. Song you heard: The Lost Chorus is a collaboration between Alex Albert (Project 86, drums), Ryan Dennee (Stavesacre, guitar), Dirk Lemmenes (Stavesacre, bass) and Andy Zipf (vocals, guitar). In 2009, Alberts, Dennee and Lemmenes wrote several instrumental songs in a rehearsal space outside of Los Angeles. They reached out to Zipf, who added melodies, lyrics and some additional guitar parts. This resulted in a self produced and self titled EP released in 2011. In 2019, new material began to take shape, and a series of singles produced and mixed by Paul Fig (Deftones, Ghost, Alice in Chains) are now in process. The first song from this series, “Soft Lies” was released June 26, 2020. Find the Lost Chorus where ever you listen to your tunes.

[“demon talk” starts at 16 mark] Theologian, author and host of Reverend Hunter Podcast, Tony Jones joins Joey and one of our resident theologians, Jack Hoey, to share his view on this universe being “demon-less.” And if demons (and Satan) do not indeed exist, did Jesus think they did? How then was he tempted in the garden? If our battle isn’t “against flesh and blood,” who’s it against? We also have a conversation about the other side of the coin: what does it say about God if we do indeed live in a world where demons hate us, want to destroy us, and God can kill them but doesn’t? At the top of the episode, John Mark McMillan, Ellen Mauro and myself discuss the complicated tension between de-objectifying women while also celebrating her freedom and how they present their bodies. Tony Jones podcast: https://reverendhunter.com/ Tony Jones resources: http://tonyj.net/about/ Tony Jones Socials: @jonestony John Mark McMillan: @johnmarkmc, https://www.johnmarkmcmillan.com/ Support this podcast:  patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast:  FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I:  @joeysvendsen E-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com for correspondence Music brought to you by: www.derekminor.com

SPECIAL NOTE Our hearts are connected with everyone in this current season, those stressed, fearful of unknown, in physical or financial peril. If this podcast brings a smile and an opportunity for light-heartedness even for a moment, we’ve done our job. Here’s to Team humanity. One of the smarter people in my life, Jack Hoey, answers multiple questions pertaining to problems revolving around coronavirus. If we’re trillions in debt, why not get in trillions more by a way larger stimulus? Do we now have a worse problem by shutting everything down? Why didn’t we act faster? How fast will the economy rebound? Why don’t we leave old and health-comprised people at home while a younger, healthier demographic holds down the fort at work? Trump to blame, economy doomed? Conspiracy? One man's opinion. Support this podcast: patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: FB, T and I: PWNApod Join the discussion: facebook.com/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on FB, T and I: @joeysvendsen e-mail PWNAcontact@gmail.com so we can show you off on Instagram.

Two guests who are regulars and part of the PWNA family, Jack Hoey (father) and Chip Judd iron out their contrasting views on how we interact with God and what we can and can’t be sure of, including whether God even exists in the first place. Joey explains how his peace with and closeness to God feels way more palpable and vibrant when he stays in a space of “I believe with all my heart, but I really also can’t know.” (This conversation begins at 10:30 mark) Episode beings with an uncomfortable interview that Joey conducts with one who struggles with mental illness. It sounds like Joey but given his ultra-evangelical/fundamentalist slant and minimizing of mental illness during the whole interview, it’s hard to make sense of this one (wink, wink). Support this podcast: patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: facebook.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: facebook.com/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on T and I: @joeysvendsen John on I: @johno843 Natalie on I: @natpag92

Joey, Natalie, and John discuss God’s character in relation to different beliefs on the afterlife. Is Universalism in the mix as a valid position for a Christian to hold? How does a God who condemns billions to hell line up with a God of love? Do people believe in universalism merely because it feels better? How much can our faith be based on our experience? How do we raise our kids in light of our own doubts and evolution of faith? Jack Hoey (the father) also sits down with Joey to discuss the presidential term of Donald Trump, some bad things and yes, some good things. By the way, I (Joey) don’t think Calvinists are universally despicable. Clowning around as always. Pastor With No Answers is now on Instagram: @pwnapod Twitter: @pwnapod Support this podcast: patreon.com/pwnapod Follow this podcast: facebook.com/pwnapod Join the discussion: facebook.com/PWNAtalk Follow Joey on T and I: @joeysvendsen

Thomas Oord  (ThomasJayOord.com) wrote a book entitled “God Can’t.”  It’s an articulate  presentation of Open Theism, a belief that supposes for freewill to exist, the future is unknowable, even to God.  So if God doesn’t know the future, this would mean limitations in his power which goes against what most believe about God.  At the same time, this posture is more suitable to make sense of all the pain in this world.   It goes like this: It’s not that God allows evil, but rather because He gave us freewill, He doesn’t know the evil we’ll do and thus can’t stop it.  This is an intriguing discussion in which Jack Hoey and I try to make sense of this theology as well as poke holes in it.  Although I do not hold this view, it’s certainly not as far-fetched as it may appear at first glance.   Thomas Oord:  www.thomasjayoord.com support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod follow this podcast: https://www.facebook.com/PWNApod/ join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk/ follow joey on T and I: @joeysvendsen

Jack Hoey joins us to discuss shortcomings on doctrines of God, his take on speaking in tongues, and the relevance of the Old Testament Law post resurrection of Jesus.  We also have some fun pondering God’s omniscience and how incredibly that may play out in every day life. https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod

Jack Hoey joins us again to help us make sense of Jesus being fully God but not fully knowing. And why should we listen to Paul’s other teachings when he was erringly convinced on a very significant belief that Jesus would come back during Paul’s lifetime? We also talk a lot about mega churches, their eventual demise and even an Old Testament passage that endorses abortion. Follow Jack @jackthelesser Intro music to this podcast courtesy of: http://dankoch.net/ support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/pwnapod follow this podcast: https://www.facebook.com/PWNApod/ join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PWNAtalk/ follow joey on T and I: @joeysvendsen

Jack Hoey and Joey discuss their church and the many apparent miracles many have experienced there, through physical healing.  We dissect what we would call common misconceptions of healing verses, including Jesus saying “We will do greater things than Him.”  We also give our honest assessment of what’s been happening. Additionally, we marvel at the wonderful community we are a part of.   There’s not too many organizations—-especially churches—-that operate with such open-handedness.  This conversation is open and honest; and unfortunately, most churches are too territorial for this type of open dialogue. This makes zero sense, given we are a collection of finite people seeking the infinite.

Starting a new Q & A segment, hosted by my good friend, Jack Hoey (the lesser). Want all your theological questions answered? He’s got you covered, unlike the pastor with NO answers. Today (and only this time) Joey asks Jack all the questions. Recently The BadChristian Podcast had two guests whom many would label heretics. They both have some non-traditional views on salvation, the after-life, Jesus’ divinity and penal substitution. Our ‘ol friend Jack tells us what he thinks. Doubting Benefit: @doubtingbenefit All theme and background music: http://dankoch.net/ Want to ask Jack a question? jackthelesser@gmail.com

Can autonomous intelligent beings be created or will these “beings” always be machines with complex spreadsheets? If these beings can be created, what does this say about God? Speaking of God, what sort of evidence for “him” is out there, what prejudices affect our conclusions, and are Christians right in their beliefs, dishonest, mislead or just plain stupid? Oh, yeah, and that last question? Same question about atheists.

Did Jesus have to die for us in order to save us? Is open theism a credible Christian belief system? Are Christians good at evangelism? These questions and a few more.

Continuing our mini-series that we’ll intermittently revisit over the years.  We know of and have heard so many stories of people losing their faith, but what about those who still believe after decades?  Experiencing seasons of doubt and unbelief is quite common, but afterwards, why do some come out on the other end still believing, while many do not?  Introducing Christians from all walks of life, all angles of faith and one unique relationship with who they still, after all these years, consider “God” and “savior.” Jack Hoey, folks! And why he still believes. Series theme music by Andy Othling of http://www.lowercasenoises.com

"Our Nightmares are Being Realized. Trump is Going to Destroy Our Nation and Undo Decades of Progress on Human Rights.” Jack Hoey and Robbie Evans give their take on this statement and on the Trump Presidency so far. Dan Koch pops in to end the episode with an assessment on the same statement. You can find Dan Koch at: http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/ (podcast) dankoch.net (music composer & producer page)

Happy President’s Day folks.  We love presidential history.  Not even joking.  Today, we bring on two of our favorite guests to discuss best presidents, the over-rated, and the over-confident.  So, what makes a good president anyway?  Why is JFK over-rated?  What’s all the fuss about Ronald Regan?  Just how successful was Bill Clinton?  Our two guests, Jack Hoey and Robbie Evans have opposite political leanings but their top five lists are almost identical.  You’re in for a treat.

In episode 46, Chris Date (Rethinking Hell Podcast) made a solid case for biblical inerrancy.  In this episode, Jack Hoey assesses Chris’ stance and makes a case for a God-inspired errant Bible. Chris Date: http://rethinkinghell.com

We talk to non-trump supporter Jack Hoey (the father) and Trump-Supporter, Kerry Haplin (KJV Guy) about how Trump pulled off the miracle of being a frontrunner in the presidential race, we discussed his chances at winning, and what major changes are in store for America with a Trump presidency. Is he trustworthy? Could he bring a deconstruction to the ineffective politics we all have trouble believing in? Is this potential worth the risk of having a loose canon in the Oval office? Our guests have some strong opinions on all these matters.

What could happen during a Trump Presidency? Is the USA a crumbling super power? How can this economy be fixed? Does it matter who sits in the Oval Office? What has history shown us? Can North Korea wipe out NYC any time soon? Jack Hoey (the father) is honestly one of the most insightful thinkers I’ve ever known. Ted Demas is a smart young fella too and has a lot of insightful thoughts on how the government should be run. Join Jared, myself and these two friends of ours, as we discuss the future of America.

Preston Sprinkle (author of Erasing Hell) and Jack Hoey (Joey’s boss, business consultant and COO of Seacoast Church) join the panel to discuss whether there is a time for Christians to fight, defend, and protect others using force. Is violence ever the most loving response for a Christian or are we to avoid it literally at all costs? www.prestonsprinkle.com http://www.seacoast.org/

In this episode, the discussion centers on the book of Genesis and whether it should be read as literal truth or as myth that teaches truth through storytelling and imagery.

On this episode, Pastor Joey and the panel discuss the phenomenon of speaking in tongues, what the Bible has to say about it, and what it means to today's Christian.

The final episode in the BC LIVE series comes to you from Charleston, SC and Joey is still peeing blood.  The guys get rowdy in another living room with Jack Hoey, ministor of research and theology at Seacoast Church.  They also talk about an elementary school that's conducting poop inspections on their students... for real. Sponsors: The Notionaries: http://thenotionaries.comThe Grandfather: http://thegrandfatherband.bandcamp.comAsyla: http://facebook.com/asylagaSOS Studios: http://sosstudiosmixing.com