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The Robertsons are unashamed of their Christian faith and want to share the Gospel with everyone, from new believers to longtime followers of Jesus. Phil, Al, Jase, Zach, and their special guests go beyond the four walls of the church to share God's Word and study the Bible with you. Pour a glass of tea, and experience fun and inspiring stories of faith and family, straight from West Monroe, Louisiana.
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Willie Robertson’s lifelong love of burning things is back on full display, and it all traces back to Phil’s unique outlook on work and life. Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke shift to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and why Jesus entered history at just the right moment to challenge its power. The guys reframe Jesus’ statement about the “gates of hell,” showing how God’s kingdom advances rather than retreats, even in the face of intense persecution. Zach makes a confession that illustrates the envious side of human nature.
In this episode: Matthew 16, verses 13–20; Matthew 11, verses 7–15; Hebrews 11, verses 13–16; James 3, verse 16
Today’s conversation is about Lesson 6 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about Ancient Christianity:
Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization.
In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore:
How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel.
Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians.
The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity.
The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world.
The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism.
How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West.
You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it.
Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Willie’s Pyromania Revealed
04:45 Man vs. Yard: The Family Divide
08:40 The Satisfaction of Hard Work
12:15 Jesus Enters History at the Perfect Moment
22:15 Why Rome Feared & Persecuted Christians
27:50 Persecution Fueled Christianity’s Growth
38:48 Rome’s Decline & What It Says About Us Today
43:20 The Problem We All Struggle With
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Jase celebrates the arrival of his newest grandson and the surprisingly old-school name that immediately sparked interest. Jase relates a powerful story of an Iranian family who didn’t believe in Jesus until a miraculous occurrence led them to faith they couldn’t deny. Al and Zach reflect on how moments like these reveal the real, lived-out power of the Gospel. The guys start a thought-provoking discussion on what the King James Version may have gotten incorrect and why it matters today.
In this episode: Matthew 24, verse 36; John 11; Acts 12, verse 4; Romans 8; Mark 13, verses 26–31; Daniel 7, verses 13–14; Ephesians 2, verse 6; 1 Corinthians 15; Revelation 21, verses 1–5; 1 John 4, verse 17; 1 John 5, verse 7
“Unashamed” Episode 1308 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Chapters
00:00 Old Names & Old Tech Is Back
05:12 Life With Four Kids Under Four
16:55 What King James Got Wrong
24:28 Mark 13 Misunderstood
29:50 Resurrection Means God Restores Creation
36:40 Community Will Continue in Heaven
46:05 Jase’s Surprise Backstage Encounter
52:55 A Refugee Story & “Holy Forever” in Farsi
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Al, Jase, and Zach circle back to a powerful conversation about the subtle ways the enemy works to destroy our families. A deep dive into the origin of sin turns into a gut check on modern life, especially how constant busyness can quietly pull people away from God without them even realizing it. Zach connects the fear of death and the tendency to hide from judgment as part of a bigger spiritual battle most people underestimate. But Jesus points to a better way: real rest, real life, and a relationship with God that replaces fear with confidence and peace.
In this episode: 1 John 5, verse 19; Hebrews 4, verses 11–13; Revelation 1, verses 12–18; Hebrews 2, verses 14–15; Revelation 12, verses 9–11; Revelation 14, verses 6–13; 1 John 4, verses 13–21; John 6; John 14
“Unashamed” Episode 1307 is sponsored by:
https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today.
https://texassuperfood.com — Get 35% off your first order when you use code Unashamed.
https://cozyearth.com/unashamed — Get up to 20% off when you use our link and code UNASHAMED!
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 The Devil’s Obsession With Death
08:20 Why We Hide From God
15:07 Heaven Without Jesus Isn’t Possible
23:10 What Happens to Satan in the End
29:45 The Busyness Trap
37:40 Every Phase of Life Has Challenges
43:03 We Are the Walking Dead
51:10 Confidence, Love, and the End of Fear
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Al, Jase, and Zach wrestle with a tension a lot of Christians feel today: how to live with conviction without completely withdrawing from the world. The guys ponder where to draw the line and whether avoiding everything you disagree with actually misses the point. The discussion shifts into a deeper look at what Jesus meant by life, death, and eternal life, and how many of us may have misunderstood it all along.
In this episode: Genesis 2, verse 9; Genesis 3, verses 22–24; John 3, verse 16; John 6, verses 25–65; John 11, verses 25–26; 1 John 1, verses 1–4; 1 John 4, verses 7–17; 1 John 5, verses 11–12; Romans 5, verses 12 and 21; Revelation 1, verses 17–18; Revelation 2, verse 7
“Unashamed” Episode 1306 is sponsored by:
Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/UNASHAMED
https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Visit the website or call 864-644-1900 and mention "AL" to get 2 weeks free in the program!
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 A Coffee Crisis
09:30 Is it Tanner or Taner?
14:45 Jase Pushes “Eager Sunday” Again
19:30 FCA Students Inspire Jase
25:30 The Word “Bible” Isn’t in the Bible
30:45 Life, Light & Love in 1 John
36:30 The Tree of Life & What We Missed
43:15 Jesus’ Hard Teaching in John 6
50:30 “You Will Never Die” Explained
55:45 The Bigger Picture & Tease for Next Episode
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Jase, Al, and Zach highlight Granny Robertson’s timeless wisdom and the responsibility parents carry to model discipline, truth, and real love in their homes. The guys spark a conversation about what Jesus may have actually looked like, and challenge common misconceptions about heaven, death, and what it means to be alive in Christ right now. Jase looks deeper into how modern culture has watered down the meaning of “miracles,” contrasting everyday blessings with the truly supernatural events seen in Scripture.
In this episode: Romans 8, verses 19, 23, 25; Philippians 3, verse 20; Hebrews 9, verses 27–28; 1 John 3, verse 2; John 11, verses 3–44; 1 John 4, verses 10–21; 1 Corinthians 13, verses 1–13
“Unashamed” Episode 1305 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 The “Unbothered” Mindset
06:15 What Will Jesus Actually Look Like?
13:20 Lazarus, Death & Living Right Now
18:00 Phil’s Theory of “Soul Sleep” Afterlife
23:40 A New Mode of Being Alive
27:10 The Misappropriation of Miracles
32:19 Seeing the Other Dimension
38:20 Loving People You Don’t Like
44:08 What to Do When Faced with Perfection
52:35 Jase’s $100 Discipline Story
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John Luke, Christian, and Zach witness Al’s unexpected confession about a “girly” habit that he swears by. John Luke offers his perspective on why God doesn’t reveal Himself in obvious, overwhelming ways, and why Jesus followed that same pattern during His life on earth. The guys wrestle with modern skepticism, pointing out that many people reject God for not acting the way they expect. They dig into early church history, exposing how ancient false teachings about Jesus’ humanity and divinity are still resurfacing today in new forms.
In this episode: 1 John 4, verses 1–3; 2 John, verse 7; 1 Corinthians 15, verses 1–8; John 1, verses 1–14; 1 Timothy 3, verse 16; 1 Corinthians 6, verse 19; Romans 5, verses 12–21
Today’s conversation is about Lesson 5 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about Ancient Christianity:
Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization.
In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore:
How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel.
Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians.
The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity.
The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world.
The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism.
How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West.
You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it.
Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Al’s Pedicure Confession
08:02 Why God Reveals Himself Quietly
19:18 The Ancient Heresy Still Haunting the Church
25:42 Jesus’ Body Changes Everything
32:18 Creeds, Scripture, & What the Church Preserved
39:20 Apostles, Authority, and Testing the Spirits
45:42 The Ancient Errors Christians Repeat Today
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Jase highlights a growing cultural crisis surrounding children in need of stable homes after being especially moved by the women in Missy’s mentorship group who are stepping up to the challenge. Al challenges the idea of treating Christianity like a checklist and instead points to a relationship with Christ as the foundation for a transformed life. The guys wrestle with the tension between God’s love and anger—exploring when anger is justified and how it ultimately flows from love rather than hate.
In this episode: 1 John 4, verses 9–10; 1 John 4, verse 18; 1 John 3, verse 10; John 5; John 17; Hebrews 6; Genesis 1, verse 28; 2 Corinthians 5; Ephesians 1, verse 4; Deuteronomy 31, verses 6–17; Psalm 22, verse 1; Acts 2; Jeremiah 19
“Unashamed” Episode 1303 is sponsored by:
https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "AL"
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Baptism After the “I Do”
07:10 History Proves Jesus
15:07 Missy’s Mentor Weekend Impact
22:56 The “Good Life” Christians Overlook
29:15 Living Through Christ Explained
33:50 Did God Turn Away From Jesus?
39:17 When Anger Comes From Love
44:40 Love Speech, Not Hate Speech
49:30 The Line You Don’t Cross
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Jase, Al, Zach, and Missy kick things off with a candid conversation about beauty, aging, and the reality behind the things men and women do to feel confident. Missy shares stories from her girls’ trip to New York City, including a tense and political taxi encounter, while Mia’s independent attitude sheds light on generational differences and life outside small-towns. A thrift store find highlights Jase’s obliviousness to famous artwork, and Zach plots out a secret hairplug journey.
In this episode: 1 Samuel 16; Proverbs 31; Romans 8, verse 19; Romans 8, verse 23; Luke 12; 1 Peter 1, verse 7; 1 Peter 4; 1 John 4, verses 7-21
“Unashamed” Episode 1302 is sponsored by:
https://chministries.org/unashamed — See why Christians are ditching health insurance for good. Get a simpler alternative at half the cost!
https://timtebow.com/tree-unashamed/ — Get your copy of If the Tree Could Speak by Tim Tebow on Amazon today!
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Missy’s Secret to a Happy Marriage
04:30 Manis, Pedis & Hairplugs, Oh My!
10:45 The Never-Ending Home Reno
17:10 Update on Jase’s Infamous Trump Hotel Incident
26:05 Girls Trip! NYC
31:50 “Ugly” Mona Lisa & the Secret Karl Marx Sketch
39:48 The Motorcycle Riding Easter Bunny
47:15 Faith Gets Refined in the Fire
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Al reflects on the loss of Chuck Norris, which sparks a nostalgic look at larger-than-life tough guys and leads straight into reminiscing about Phil’s hardest-hitting, most unbelievable moments, including jaw-dropping procedures without anesthesia. The guys wrestle with the spiritual reality behind good and evil, and what Jesus truly accomplished through his resurrection, emphasizing that love, not punishment, is at the center of the Gospel and that real strength is found in being ready for what comes after this life.
In this episode: 1 John 3, verse 8; 1 John 4, verses 7–21; 1 John 2, verse 2; Romans 3, verse 25; Leviticus 16, verses 15–16; Hebrews 9, verse 5; Romans 5, verse 11; 2 Corinthians 5, verses 10–21; Romans 8, verses 1–3; Psalm 22, verses 1–24; Genesis 3
“Unashamed” Episode 1301 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Chapters
00:00 Chuck Norris the Legend
04:12 Something’s Gonna Get Us
08:05 Phil’s Tough Man Stories
15:10 The Dangers of Spring Cleaning
20:25 The Snakebite That Almost Cost a Life
25:10 Why We Avoid Thinking About Death
29:05 Dark Forces Behind the Serpent
36:20 Why Jesus Came to Destroy the Devil’s Work
43:30 The Cross Debate: Love vs. Wrath
52:10 Did God Turn His Back on Jesus?
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Jase, Al, and Zach take a deeper look at the story of Noah’s flood, revealing a darker and more complex backdrop than the version most of us grew up with. The guys explore the unnatural evil plaguing the world before the flood and why it led to such a dramatic reset. They shift to the resurrection of Jesus and why it’s the moment that makes the entire story of Scripture come into focus. Jase highlights an often-overlooked detail that points to a physical, restored future that changes everything about eternity.
In this episode: 1 John 3; Genesis 9; Genesis 6; Genesis 3, verse 15; Genesis 3; Genesis 1, verse 28; Romans 8, verses 9-23; Romans 8, verse 19; Hebrews 2, verses 11-14; Ephesians 3, verse 10; Acts 10; Leviticus 17 (or 18); John 20
“Unashamed” Episode 1300 is sponsored by:
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https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today.
https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "AL"
https://texassuperfood.com — Get 35% off your first order when you use code Unashamed.
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Where the Word “Easter” Comes From
09:05 Why the Resurrection Changes Everything
14:20 Leaving the Tomb Empty
19:10 Easter Traditions vs. Biblical Meaning
25:30 Easter Eggs, Chocolate & Cultural Distractions
30:40 The Origin of Hunting
37:50 Jesus’ Post-Resurrection Diet Matters
44:30 The Future Body
50:20 Jase Renames Easter
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Christian sparks a little "beach envy" by checking in from Florida while John Luke is stuck with the oily pond next door, and the guys get a lighthearted update on life with newborn twins. Zach and Al help trace how Jesus entered a world driven by power, fear, and control. With Rome, religious leaders, and the crowd all fighting to protect their influence, the same forces driving their decisions still show up today, pointing to a bigger story where surrender—not control—defines true power.
In this episode: Matthew 3, verses 13–17; Matthew 4; Mark 9; John 1, verse 29; Psalm 139; Psalm 51; Hosea 11, verse 1; John 11; Acts 6; John 18; 1 Corinthians 15
Today’s conversation is about Lessons 4 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about Ancient Christianity:
Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization.
In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore:
How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel.
Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians.
The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity.
The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world.
The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism.
How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West.
You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it.
Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Chapters00:00 Beach Envy04:55 Twin Update09:20 Why This Lecture Gets to the Heart of It All13:30 Why Jesus Didn’t Fit Any Cultural Box19:00 The Magi, Provision & God’s Bigger Plan29:30 Jesus as King vs. Rome’s Authority35:00 Pilate, Politics & the Pressure to Crucify41:30 Surrender & Why It Still Changes Everything
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Jase, Al, and Zach on the growing cultural obsession with self-affirmation, “manifesting,” and the idea that truth comes from within, warning how these popular beliefs subtly replace God with self. They’re joined by author and Christian apologist Melissa Doherty, who shares her journey out of the New Thought movement and explains how feel-good spirituality can distort the Gospel while still sounding Christian. The guys relive their chaotic crawfish business that ended in blood poisoning and helped redirect their lives. They land on a powerful contrast between self-made truth and the light of Jesus, challenging listeners to consider whether they’re drawn to the light—or avoiding it.
In this episode: John 3, verses 16–21; John 1, verse 1; 1 John
“Unashamed” Episode 1298 is sponsored by:
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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Chapters
00:00 Family Debate Chaos Before the Show
07:45 Crawfish Facts, AI Debates & Louisiana Logic
12:10 Jase’s Crawfish Business Turns Dangerous
17:40 A Near-Death Breaking Point
22:30 Why the Crawfish Hustle Led to Bible School
26:15 Meet Melissa & the New Thought Movement
31:20 “Manifesting” & the Rise of Self-Made Truth
37:45 Why New Thought Twists Christianity
43:10 Light vs Darkness: What Jesus Actually Said
49:00 Why People Fear the Light More Than the Dark
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Jase, Al, and Zach kick things off with a nostalgic dive into classic rock, using songs from Foreigner, Sweet, and AC/DC to highlight how culture has long wrestled with defining love. The guys open the door to a deeper look at how modern views on love, sexuality, and identity have drifted from their original intent. Zach contrasts cultural messaging with a life-giving model of love rooted in sacrifice, purpose, and connection. They offer a simple but powerful filter for life: whether our choices lead to fullness and life or isolation and destruction.
In this episode: Genesis 1, verse 28; Mark 12; Ezekiel 23, verse 20; Proverbs 7; 1 John 4, verses 7–8; Romans 6; Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 6; Ephesians 5; Philippians 2
“Unashamed” Episode 1297 is sponsored by:
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https://chministries.org/unashamed — See why Christians are ditching health insurance for good. Get a simpler alternative at half the cost!
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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Chapters
00:00 Jase’s Love Song Rabbit Hole
06:45 Culture’s Shift on Love
11:45 Why Sexuality Matters
16:30 The Battle Over Purpose
21:40 A Graphic Picture of Lust
27:10 When Love Turns Destructive
32:00 The “Highway to Hell” Connection
39:10 Adam’s Failure in the Garden
45:00 Why Dying Leads to Life
50:00 Your Body as a Temple
53:30 Living Out Real Love
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Jase, Al, and Zach wrestle with what it means to live unoffendable in a culture fueled by outrage, echoing Phil’s reminder that a life rooted in Christ can’t be canceled by the world. Al lightens things up with a quirky breakdown of the Robertson family archetypes. They unpack Jesus’ words in Mark 12 about being “close to the kingdom,” challenging the difference between simply believing the right things about God and fully surrendering to him.
In this episode: Mark 12, verses 28–34; Colossians 2, verse 14; 1 John 4, verses 7–8; Daniel 7, verses 13–14; Matthew 26, verses 62–64; Galatians 2, verse 20; Ephesians 5, verses 1–2; Genesis 22, verse 2
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Chapters
00:00 Al’s Travel Nightmare
03:45 Illinois Crowd Erupts Over Al’s Hot Take
07:08 The Famous Labrador Comparison
12:15 When Getting It Right Still Isn’t Enough
18:40 Knowing Truth vs. Full Surrender
24:10 Why God’s Kingdom Moves Outward
29:30 The Old Testament Points to Jesus
36:20 Daniel’s Vision Reveals the Son of Man
42:00 Why Culture Gets Love So Wrong
48:00 Real Love Means Sacrifice
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Jase, Zach, and Al challenge the modern idea of love and romance, pointing out how shallow, consumptive, and ultimately unsatisfying it’s become. Zach confesses his covetous heart with a funny story about Willie’s fancy new gadget that turns into a bigger realization about how easily our desires are shaped by algorithms and constant scrolling. Jase contrasts that with Phil’s example of a life lived free from the noise and untouched by the pressures of modern culture. It all leads to a bigger question: if everything around us is shaping what we want and believe, who—or what—is really leading us?
In this episode: Genesis 2, verse 24; Matthew 19, verse 5; 1 Peter 5, verses 1–3; Galatians 5, verses 19–21; 1 John 3, verse 19; 1 John 4, verses 7–10; Deuteronomy 1, verses 32–39; Isaiah 7, verses 14–16
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
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Chapters
00:00 “The Algorithm Is My Shepherd”
10:20 A Vacuum Sealer Opens the Door to Coveting
20:40 Why Social Media Fuels Shame, Envy & Division
26:05 The HOA Mindset & Power Trips
32:10 Worshiping a Cause Instead of a Creator
39:45 Putting Our Hearts at Rest
44:10 Who Are You Listening To?
48:20 Born Again: The Only Way to Start Over
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John Luke and Zach respond to sharp criticism, pushing back on a mindset that shuts down honest questions instead of engaging them. Al walks through the historical events that set the stage for Christianity’s explosion onto the world scene, including Nero’s brutal persecution of Jesus’ followers. Meanwhile, Christian digs into the cultural significance of the gymnasium and how it revealed the tension between Greek and Jewish ways of life.
Today’s conversation is about Lessons 3 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
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Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization.
In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore:
How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel.
Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians.
The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity.
The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world.
The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism.
How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West.
You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it.
Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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Chapters
00:00 John Luke & Respond to “Heretic” Accusations
05:45 Why Faith Should Welcome Hard Questions
11:20 Ancient History Points to Jesus
17:10 Greek Culture Invades the Jewish World
23:05 Israel’s Repeated Failure Before Jesus
29:10 How Empires Prepared the World for Christ
36:40 Rome, Nero, & the Brutal Persecution of Christians
44:30 Why the Kingdom of God Outlasted Every Empire
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Jase spots a bug crawling in a stranger’s hair and steps in to remove it himself, triggering a mix of relief, shock, and secondhand embarrassment. Al and Zach join Jase’s attempt to detect a subtle message from a Pink Floyd hit about who—or what—is really influencing us. The guys lay out a clear, practical litmus test for recognizing false prophets, especially when faith starts to look more like a business than truth. They confront the real damage that can be done when spiritual voices miss the moment people need them most, and how to hold onto what’s real when everything else feels twisted.
In this episode: 1 John 4, verses 1–6; 1 John 2, verses 15–17; 1 John 3, verse 13; John 10, verses 10–18; Ezekiel 34; Galatians 5; Jude 1, verse 12; Isaiah 56; Mark 8, verses 33–36; 1 Peter 5, verses 1–4
“Unashamed” Episode 1293 is sponsored by:
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
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0:00 Jase’s Pink Floyd Research
4:45 Little Man Steals the Show With a Bear Story
9:30 Yard Work Theology & “Free Fertilizer”
16:23 Sudden Tragedy & Grieving a Plane Crash Loss
22:58 Jase Gives a Stranger a Helping Hand
29:33 We are From God
36:37 What Defines a False Teacher?
41:55 The Litmus Test for Your Theology
49:00 The True Shepherd Leads by Sacrifice
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Phil’s bold line resurfaces as the guys reflect on his lasting impact and what it means to carry his legacy into a new era without him. As the Robertson family grows and roles begin to shift, they wrestle with what it looks like for men to lead well and for older generations to train the next. Jase pushes back on a phone-obsessed culture that avoids hardship, arguing that real growth still comes the hard way. The guys investigate testing truth by its fruit, why real faith can’t be faked, and how following Jesus always leaves its mark.
In this episode: 1 John 2, verses 12–14; 1 John 4, verses 1–6; Romans 8, verse 25; Revelation 1, verses 12–16; Galatians 2, verses 11–21; Galatians 5, verses 16–26; Galatians 6, verse 17
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 “For the Love of Phil” Episode
6:05 Honoring Phil’s Legacy & Family Reflections
12:15 Training the Next Generation in Faith
16:40 Jase Steps Into a New Role Without Phil
21:05 Guns, Bibles & Cultural Responsibility
25:30 Phones, “Doom Scrolling” & Learning the Hard Way
36:45 Jesus Never Advocates Sin
43:20 You Can’t Fake Spiritual Fruit
48:10 Bearing the Scars of Following Jesus
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Phil Robertson had a surprising way of settling arguments with his boys when they got into trouble, and the guys dig into a bigger conversation about why so many men today struggle to lead their families. Turning to Genesis, the guys examine the roles given to men and women—roles humanity has wrestled with since the beginning and that modern culture only seems to complicate further. Zach helps explain how believers can test the spirits and recognize truth through Scripture and the fruit of the Spirit.
In this episode: 1 Thessalonians 5, verse 4; 1 John 3, verse 13; Revelation 3; Genesis 2, verses 15–17; 1 John 3, verse 18; Colossians 1; Matthew 18; 1 John 3, verses 19–21; 1 John 4, verses 1–6; 1 John 5, verse 9; Galatians 5, verses 19–24
“Unashamed” Episode 1291 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters
00:00 Willie’s Shockingly Exciting Birthday Gift
05:35 A Town Called “Surprise”
10:05 Getting Stuck in the Bathroom Line for a Reason
18:40 A Husband’s Duty to Protect
27:45 Leadership, Blame, & Responsibility
36:00 The L-O-V-E Section
44:00 God Is Greater Than Our Hearts
49:00 How to Recognize Truth
54:00 The Spirit of Truth vs. the Spirit of Falsehood
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Korie reflects on the joy of a growing Robertson family and what this new season of life with Willie looks like as grandkids, changing roles, and everyday sacrifices reshape their perspective on love. Jase recounts his embarrassing loss in a showdown with a bear on Willie’s putting green and the real story behind the infamous HOA chicken dispute that made its way into a “Duck Dynasty” episode. Korie shares about the emotional tribute to Phil in “Duck Dynasty: The Revival” and the powerful legacy he left behind. The guys, Korie, and Jill wrestle with what true greatness really means and why Jesus flipped the world’s definition of it upside down through love, sacrifice, and service.
In this episode: 1 John 3, verse 16; 1 John 3, verses 19–20; 1 John 4, verse 4; 1 John 5, verse 9; Matthew 16, verses 13–23; Matthew 18, verses 1–4; John 3, verse 16
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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Chapters
00:00 A “Bizarro World” Podcast Lineup
03:05 The Shroud of Turin: Resurrection Evidence?
08:40 Jase’s Fights a Bear & the HOA
13:18 Family Life in the Robertson Neighborhood
22:40 Jase on Phil’s Powerful Tribute Episode
28:40 1 John: Why God Is Greater Than Our Hearts
36:30 Jesus Redefines Greatness Through Service
44:05 Real-Life Examples of Sacrificial Love
49:30 Finding Greatness in Everyday Acts
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went to college. Took biology 101. Then I took out the Bible. Everything matched up with Darwins theory. The only thing missing was how long God's day was. Made me more of a deliver than I was before.
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phil will forever be a legend for us all❤️
Prayers for grandson 🙏 just had gallbladder removed. My whole family. Faith and strength.
it is finished last word.
Jonah and the big fish. only sign now. Jesus said.
Life is like a Vapor. Quick. The dash.
The harvest is Ripe Too few laborers.
John 21. Peter, do you love me? my fv. cry every time.
Yes. The story.
bribes or bartering work. hope.
ps. 150. everlasting breath.
death is only a sting away, a mile away. laugh.
How do you manage to get Jase "Crazy Eyes" in every episode title pic? ;/
Oh wow now Jase is correcting James the brother of Christ. In his understanding of scripture. Someone who most likely could read and understand Hebrew and Greek. Dangerous grounds.
1969. Exactly.
Sabbath is a command. Rest.
Jesus did not answer every question. His comfort is Holy Spirit. Redeemed. Restoration is Heaven.