Episodes

Jase belatedly realizes that he’s now a model for a local tackle shop, and Missy sees that Jase has a particular need, so she bought him a flattering gift to fill it. Phil looks a lot like his Civil War-era great-grandfather, leading Al to question whether Phil was born a hundred years too late. The guys discuss the absurdity of Christianity’s origins if one didn’t believe what the Bible says, and Zach points out the incredibility of a living God becoming mortal flesh. In this episode: Ephesians...

Jase claims he’s only ever heard Missy make one particular sound once and only because he begged her to, though it’s probably not what you’re thinking! Phil might be a man of the woods, but there’s one thing he didn’t let a pandemic keep him from doing. The guys explore the concept of adoption in both Jewish culture and its significance to those who are baptized into Christ. Jase points out some scientific facts found in the Bible millennia before they were discovered by “modern” science. In thi...

Jase recalls the first time he was faced with a seriously sinful situation with his buddies in the woods but was miraculously saved by a surprise visit from the youth group. Phil fires up his Gospel voice after being inspired by studying Ephesians, and Al remembers the first time he ever felt the pull of sin and it changed everything. The guys examine the current cultural movement that says everyone has their own “truth” and compare it to truth as God defines it. Zach and Jase cover the various ...

Jase misses church on purpose for a not-so-leisurely activity but takes it as a bad omen when he witnesses a man walking a pig on a leash. Phil is gifted a set of handmade fishing lures for display only, but Jase finds it upsetting to leave them on a shelf and not a fishing rod. The guys discuss the Greek meaning of the word “predestined” as it’s used by Paul, and Zach and Jase differ slightly on their emphasis of collective and personal atonement as described in Ephesians. In this episode: Ephe...

Phil reveals why the lesson for his “Unashamed” Bible class at church never changes and encourages Christians old and new in their faith to find and use their spiritual gifts. Jase finds treasure in the podcast studio parking lot, which is interesting considering it’s in the middle of the woods! The guys put forth their own educated opinions on the overarching theme of Ephesians and how we’ve all contributed to the environment of sin that we live in. Jase realizes that no one can ever grasp ever...

Jase is surprised to find himself loving a recent George Clooney-directed movie, which leads Al to point out some of the dangerous, if useful, skills that Phil taught his boys when they were young. Jase solves a biblical mystery Phil proposed in the previous episode. The guys set up their continuing study of Ephesians by setting the stage with similar verses from Colossians and Romans to support their interpretation of Jesus as the fulfillment of all law, prophecy, needs, and salvation. In this ...

Phil feels as if he’s attending a wedding every week with so many of his progeny getting married. Zach points out that Phil & Miss Kay’s wedding episode of “Duck Dynasty” is still the most viewed nonfiction cable series episode of all time, and Jase buys a bouncy house, though bouncing is the least fun thing about it. The guys discuss unification as a theme that runs throughout the entire Bible and how the Tower of Babel fiasco was rectified through Jesus. Zach and Jase pull references to Jesus ...

Phil recalls going shoeless for multiple years back in his pre-Jesus days, and his sons think that’s one of the things that contributed to his living legend. Jase discovers multiple scriptural references to mythical creatures, but what do they mean? The guys point out the difference between man and animals, though there are similarities, too. Zach and Jase begin to tackle the prickly subjects of predestination, original sin, and why humans use their God-given gifts to create evil. In this episod...

While Missy has surgery on one of her fingers, Jase has his own sympathy pains when he accidentally slams his pinky finger in a door. Phil is excited to dive into Ephesians after the guys give a quick rundown of the end of Acts, and Zach points out the dangers of “systematic theology” that is often pulled from the early chapters of Ephesians. In this episode: Acts 20-28; Ephesians 1-3; John 17, verse 3; 1 Corinthians 15, verses 53-56; 1 Corinthians 21, verse 18; Romans 4, verse 25; Colossians 1,...

Phil remembers encountering a woman in a rehab center who had a disturbing and possibly demonic reaction to the name of Jesus, and Jase is intrigued by how his relationship with late-night Bible studying has evolved over the years. The guys discuss the incident when Paul preached a young man named Eutychus to his death before resurrecting him in the street. Al points out the differences between Western church culture and other church cultures that treat church gatherings as all-day marathon even...

Jase has an eventful vacation that included meeting Morgan Freeman on the golf course and being rescued by Unashamed Nation in an Apple store. Phil doesn’t do vacations or hobbies, but he pretends he does for the sake of an argument, and the guys talk about the effect Christianity has on the world at large. Zach points out that when Christianity began interrupting the local economies, it really began to draw attention, and Al covers the verses where Satan claims the world as his own right in fro...

Phil sees proof of one of his oldest wildlife theories in the flesh! But his honesty about the whole thing throws off the “Duck Dynasty” legend that Uncle Si started and Jase is currently taking credit for. The guys discuss the power of a public declaration of one’s devotion to Christ. Zach points out that the “point of temptation” is different for everyone and that everyone must recognize their own. In this episode: Acts 19; Revelation 3, verse 20; Matthew 7, verse 21 “Unashamed” Episode 897 is...

The guys have a lot to talk about after Miss Kay finally comes back home to the river, Lisa comes through her breast cancer surgery like a champ, and Jase’s home in Tennessee is directly hit by a tornado with his son, Cole, inside. Larry Bowles joins Phil, Jase, Al, and Zach to talk about Acts 19 and how the faithful following of the theology of Jesus eventually becomes faithful practice of Jesus’ commands. In this episode: Acts 19; Mark 1, verses 4-5; Matthew 7, verse 21 https://getliverhelp.co...

Phil required a hand in the baptistry recently, but Jase thinks it’s a cool approach to the task. Al feels a little “frisky” after drinking Chuck Norris’ brand of water, and the guys can’t resist some classic Chuck Norris jokes. The guys ponder the difference between the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and the pouring out of the Holy Spirit, and a scriptural reference to a miraculous handkerchief gets Jase giggling over the idea. Zach encourages people to examine their lives for evidence of Jesus ...

Jase’s famous line was “stolen” by Arnold and General MacArthur, though it’s obvious that it originated with Jesus. Jase gets sucked into a kids’ movie thanks to the U2 soundtrack, and Phil’s early duck-call business makes the perfect illustration for a debate about salvation. The guys encourage self-examination in everyone to see whether Jesus lives in their hearts, and Zach describes the “empty hands of faith.” In this episode: Acts 19; Acts 18:20; Acts 10:44; 2 Corinthians 13:2 https://philme...

Willie and Jase recall some hilarious times spent together in the church youth group back in the day, including Jase’s “dating ministry” idea and Willie’s obnoxious way of treating a kid on the bus who would later become his doctor. Phil scoffs at their teenage antics, and the guys discuss the generational significance that the Gospel can have on families and the world. Check out "Gospeler" at http://www.gospeler-book.com. There’s only a few hours left to vote for “The Blind” as K-LOVE's film of...

Willie hones his roasting skills on Zach, Jase, and Phil for slights and screwups dating back decades. Al escapes unscathed, and the guys nostalgically compare their childhood experience gathering mayhaws with Willie’s grandchildren's experience. The guys discuss Willie’s newest book “Gospeler” and how to share the Gospel no matter your education, background, or knowledge of biblical texts. Check out "Gospeler" at http://www.gospeler-book.com . You have 24 hours left to vote for “The Blind” as K...

Jase and Al recall Godwin’s uncertainty about his shirtless “Duck Dynasty” scenes and praise Godwin for his depth of character and love for Jesus. Phil’s father apparently had a silly habit during prayer time that has become part of Al’s vernacular, and the guys discuss the importance of not making people who disagree with you your enemy. Zach points out that every age has its own dilemmas, and Al poses the question of “Will your cause be enough to satisfy and save you in the end?” Vote for “The...

Miss Kay is happy to announce that at least one of her daughters-in-law has perfected one of her famous recipes, though Phil is forced to choose between that and another of his favorite meals of all time. The guys and Larry Bowles discuss the difficult and hedonistic environment in which Christianity was able to grow, as well as approaching the question of God’s ultimate dwelling place among us. Vote for “The Blind” as K-Love's film of the year today! Every vote will support the mission work don...

Phil’s law enforcement escort goes on red alert as he’s chased into the parking lot at church, even though it turns out to be for the best reason possible. Jase tries to comfort Phil, who feels bad about missing an opportunity to baptize someone, though comfort doesn’t seem to be his strong suit. Larry Bowles gives the guys fascinating historical insight into the confluence of the Apostle Paul and the zenith of Greek and Roman powers in the world. Vote for “The Blind” as K-LOVE's film of the yea...

A daytime visit from Miss Kay has Phil admitting (in his own way) to longing for her to be home with him again. Jase reflects on the time he once stuck his entire head into a beaver dam full of agitated beavers. The guys and Larry Bowles go over Acts 17, and Larry offers unique insight into the five Greek philosophies of that era that Paul had to challenge with his Gospel message. Al points out that many of these philosophies are still opposing Christianity today. Vote for “The Blind” as K-LOVE'...

Jase gives the details on the time during his youth when he was beaten up for going to a Bible study at a young woman’s house, but mere weeks later he had befriended and baptized his attacker. Phil supposes that’s what you get when you get too close to someone else’s girlfriend, and Zach pokes fun at Jase's fabled “right hand of fellowship.” The guys discuss the tactics used by the Romans and Jewish leaders to rid themselves of Christians, the importance of the temple as a touchstone in Jewish h...

Phil gets Miss Kay back at home a couple of days a week, and he didn’t realize how much he missed her until now! Jase is a temporary bachelor while Missy is traveling, but he’s able to see the silver lining. Al recounts some of the biggest jams Jase got himself into during preaching school, like offending his instructors from the pulpit and aggressively offering another student the “right hand of fellowship.” The guys discuss the relationship between God and science, including the way Paul used ...

The Robertsons’ relationship with iced tea is full of ups and downs, from Willie being scarred for life to Uncle Si being called the healthiest Robertson by Dr. Oz because of his famous tea consumption. Missy comes up with a great idea to both treat the Mia Moo families to a family movie and help her new friends the Smallbones. Jase is proud of Zach’s son for solving a family mystery using his metal detector, and Phil is excited to finally get underway with Acts 16. The guys read and examine the...