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The Caffeinated Christian is about providing honest, thoughtful and charitable conversations around dominant worldviews, cultural issues and real stories, all explored through the lens of a Christian worldview. The guys at The Caffeinated Christian regularly bring in guests that encourage listeners to think hard, help them understand opposing perspectives and change theirs. Like and subscribe to the Caffeinated Christian podcast wherever you download your podcasts today!
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Send a text Jesus claimed to be God Himself - not just a good teacher or spiritual guide. But if that's not true, then He was either lying or delusional. There's no comfortable middle ground. So who do you say Jesus really is? The answer changes everything about how you see yourself, your purpose, and your place in this world. This message was originally preached on January 11th, 2026 at Centerpointe Community Church in Depew, NY. Support the show
Send us a text Today, Mike and Ryan discuss the latest developments concerning Turning Point USA, a Christian influencer under fire, and the origins of the Islamic idea of Jihad. Support the show
Send us a text Islam is one of the three major world religions. And it is growing rapidly, but there are major logical inconsistencies with this worldview. We unpack this today and more in the latest episode of the Caffeinated Christian. Islamic Dilemma Notes *If you’re watching on YouTube a surprise cameo shows up at 59:50! Support the show
Send us a text This month, another influential voice in the Christian world publicly confessed to a moral failure. The public revelation of a fall among Christian leaders is all but too common these days. And too often, we compare the perfect character of Christ against the imperfect character of Christians. Today, Mike and Ryan explore better ways for us to respond to unsettling and distressing news like this. Support the show
Send us a text We've ended our holiday season, but it's not far removed from our imagination. Some of us still have our Christmas trees up! It's always wise, especially when we're on the heels of a big holiday like Christmas, to reflect on why we do what we do. Today, Ryan and Mike tackle a long-celebrated tradition among families and ask whether or not it's wise for Christian parents to celebrate it with their kids. Oh, and along the way, we'll talk about another goofy thing a Christian cele...
Send us a text Jesus warned that life doesn't consist in the abundance of possessions - yet we're bombarded with 4,000-10,000 ads daily telling us otherwise. This Christmas, what if we chose simplicity over accumulation and discovered that our deepest desires are satisfied not by what we can buy, but by the One we can receive? What if the secret to a truly joyful Christmas isn't found in getting more, but in wanting less? This week's episode comes from a sermon Pastor Mike preached at C...
Send us a text Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and tis the season where we're told to be thankful. Gratitude is a spiritual discipline for all Christians that we ought to always practice, and for many, we can find something in our past and present to anchor our gratitude in. But others of us have really difficult lives, or live in parts of the world where all we know is mistreatment, hardship, and pain. Others still may be mentally unable to find anything from their past to be gratef...
Send us a text Social media gives us the news we want, but it doesn’t always give us the news we need. Today, we’re looking at a story that you may not have heard about. If you have heard about it, chances are, you’re not getting accurate information. Brothers and sisters in Christ are being killed by the thousands, but the country’s government and mainstream media outlets are framing it as something very different. Watch to find out more! Resources: Raymond Ibrahim Mike Winger Intervie...
Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Ryan discuss the idea of the renewal of the mind. If you're a Christian, you've heard or read verses that call believers to be transformed by the renewing of their mind or to think on things that are good, noble, and worthy of praise. That's all well and good. But how do we do that practically? Listen and find out! Support the show
Send us a text Things have been shaking in the church world recently, from the restoration of pastors to false resignations of college presidents. Mike and Ryan are discussing some of the month’s biggest breaking stories in the Christian world and asking, “What is God showing us through all of this?” Grab your mug and join the conversation. Support the show
Send us a text It looks like faith. It sounds like hope. But what if this common theology celebrated in the church is something else entirely? It promises health, wealth, and happiness—but offers a counterfeit gospel that dethrones Christ. Join us as we trace the history of this movement, expose its modern preachers, and open Scripture to see why this ideology is more antichrist than Christian. Support the show
Send us a text Studies estimate between 4,000-7000 churches are closing in America annually. This startling trend should encourage church leaders to get an honest assessment of how well their church is positioned to reach their neighborhood. This has been on Pastor Mike's heart, and today, Dr Ryan sits down and interviews Mike about a step churches can take towards future health and vitality. Find out more about the work Pastor Mike is doing at mikewrigglesworth.net/ Support the show
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into two topics making their rounds on the internet: the continued conversation around Charlie Kirk and the failed rapture prophecy proclaimed by Brother Joshua for September 23–24, 2025. We explore Kirk’s lasting impact, the ripple effects of his death on churches across the nation, and how fear, faith, and false hope collide when apocalyptic predictions don’t come true. This conversation is raw, thoughtful, and pressing for anyone wrestling with truth...
Send us a text In today's episode, we get into some of the heated comments that came from a previous episode. We also take some time to address the videos and blogs of a Youtube Bible teacher. Support the show
Send a text The nation is reeling from the tragic and brutal assasination of conservative author and political activist Charlie Kirk. It's no surprise that he was a very outspoken and polarizing figure. Kirk spent much of his time on college campuses debating the ideologies and worldviews that have captured today's youth. But this moment is much bigger than Kirk's death. It actually pulls back the curtain on something deeper and sinister that social media influencers and news media aren't tal...
Send us a text Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world, with deep historical, cultural, and spiritual influence. But what does Islam actually teach? How does it differ from Christianity? And why should Christians pay attention to its rapid global rise? In this episode, we walk through the basic beliefs of Islam—its view of God, prophets, Scripture, and salvation—while also discussing the key theological differences that set it apart from Christianity. We’ll also share concerns abo...
Send us a text Today we tackle a long-standing theological debate. During communion, what happens to the elements? Do they change their substance, becoming the literal body and blood of Jesus? Or are these symbols in which we call to remembrance the sacrificial death of Jesus? Support the show
Send us a text The sister of a prominent leader in the evangelical church spoke out about verified SA allegations against him during a sermon preached earlier this month. It’s one of the most spiritually abusive and unhinged sermons you’ll ever hear. This is emblematic of cover up culture in the charismatic church. It’s something that needs to end, so we’re calling it out in today’s episode. Support the show
Send us a text James Dobson died on August 21st 2025. Like anyone who carried a great notoriety in the Christian world, Dobson had his fans as well as his critics. Truth is, if you grew up in the evangelical world, even if you didn’t know him by name, you were likely influenced by Dobson’s teachings. Today on this emergency episode of TCC we look back on his life, his legacy and how we should remember James Dobson. Support the show
Send us a text From overblown headlines to fear-driven narratives, Christians are inundated with half truths and outright lies from all directions. Social media has become an incubator for anger, suspicion and fear. We explore why believers must be people of discernment, integrity, and hope in the way we consume and share information in the age of outrage and offense. We also discuss practical ways believers can resist the pull of sensationalism so that our faith shines brighter than the nois...
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