Let’s Talk About Israel

Reading time less than 1 minute.June 2, 2018.

Does it seem like speaking about Israel is only acceptable at certain times? Is there a blind allegiance to Israel? Why is our support of Israel seeming inseparable from our faith? Do you feel like it is difficult to have any conversation about Israel without crossing a line of anti-Semitism? We’re discussing those questions and […]

Sex in the Bible: Queer Theology Pt. 2

Reading time less than 1 minute.May 26, 2018.

This week, we continue our exploration of Queer Theology with Nick Gaines. We discuss cultural impacts on human development and sexuality and how that informs how we partner and parent. Churches that have been inhospitable to the LGBTQIA community cannot be confused when that community, who has supported the church, has to create some distance […]

Come Sunday

Reading time less than 1 minute.April 22, 2018.

This week, we’re discussing the Netflix film Come Sunday, the story of Carlton Pearson and his doctrinal shift regarding hell. What was the big deal? Why did it matter? Was he right? There are minor spoilers here but nothing that was not public information prior to the release of the film.

Did Jesus Have to Die for Our Sins?

Reading time less than 1 minute.April 1, 2018.

This Easter, we’re discussing ‘what is it that Jesus actually did?’ What happened on the cross and the days after? Why did it have to happen that way? These questions have been asked for thousands of years. These questions, and whatever answers are available, are important. Not all people view it the same way and […]

Good Church

Reading time less than 1 minute.March 18, 2018.

What makes a good church? This week Mike, Amera, & J.W. discuss what goes into planning a new church, being ‘called’, how existing churches adapt to changing conditions, and the overall purpose of the church. It may not be what you think.

Bibles & Guns

Reading time less than 1 minute.March 11, 2018.

We have a gun problem. Many of the same people who fight against reform profess a strong faith backed by the bible. This week, we’re discussing if these two topics can coexist.

Gen Xodus

Reading time less than 1 minute.February 18, 2018.

Gen Xodus is what we call the exodus of Generation X from our churches. A lot of attention is paid to millenials leaving but we also see Gen X’ers as a valuable bridge to the next generation. This week, we welcome Mark, a fan of Faith Uncut into the studio to help us understand the […]

Testimony Goals

Reading time less than 1 minute.January 5, 2018.

We’re back from the holiday break with new goals. But first, we have to deal with A Very Special Testimony that generated a lot of discussion. It is an opportunity to have some uncut conversation about how we view sex, respectability, and ultimately, the people we’re called to love.

The Purpose of Prayer

Reading time less than 1 minute.December 17, 2017.

Amera Bee officially joins the Faith Uncut podcast this week as a regular host! Just in time for us to discuss the Purpose of Prayer. We dig into the Harvard Prayer Study, the effectiveness of prayer, prayer weirdos, God’s omniscience, meditation and Neil Degrasse Tyson. It is a lot but all of it helps us […]

Extended Cut – Alabama Election

Reading time less than 1 minute.December 14, 2017.

In this Extended Cut, Amera joins us again to weigh in on the Alabama election results. We’re talking Black women, Evangelicals, and what Doug Jones’ victory in Alabama means for 2018.