Merry Christmas, Chump Nation!

Each year, we find ourselves immersed in traditions that range from decorating a tree, hanging large socks over the fireplace, and preparing for the arrival of a magical Arian puncher.

But where do all of these traditions come from? Join us as we explore the vast range of Christmas Day customs and the different nooks and crannies of church histories where they originate from.

And to any Puritans that may be listening today: give Christmas a chance. It's a lot of fun, we promise.

Thanks for listening, friends!

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Bienvenidos, amigos.

It's the 16th century. The Aztec Empire has recently fallen at the hands of the Spanish conquistadores. Colonialism is spreading throughout New Spain, and with it, a rise of the Spanish faith: Roman Catholicism.

The Native population is apprehensive, as they deal with the social collapse of their civilization and the health crises of crippling diseases. Until one December morning, when a humble Aztec peasant is walking to Mass, and sees something that will change the course of Mexican history forever.

Join us as we discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe, and share our (hopefully humble) Protestant takes.

Also Taylor confesses that he doesn't know anything about technology, while John shares about how he's the best hospice chaplain in town.

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We all knew this day would come.

For many of our friends in the Baptist tradition, there is no competition as to who the greatest Baptist is to grace the pulpit. Only a battle for second place. The gold medal belongs to Charles Spurgeon, the cigar smoking, quip quipping, Bible preaching, pulpit shaking, rootinest, tootinest cowboy in the wild, wild west.

Charles Haddon Spurgeon, often known as the Prince of Preachers, built a reputation for bold, spirited teaching in his decades of service to Metropolitan Tabernacle Baptist Church in London, England.

Join us as we discuss his conversion, transition to ministry, and the harsh trials that he endured through his life of service.

Also, we'll talk about Taylor's love of acronyms, and we'll geek out about how excited we were to see everyone's Spotify Wrapped from last year.

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I remember when AI was just a quirky little app that we used to laugh about.

Now AI is everywhere: from your aunt's posts on Facebook to the suspiciously well-written essays turned in by terrible 6th graders.

The influence of AI is growing, and the question of its morality is becoming more and more relevant.

So what do you think, is AI opening Pandora's box? Or is it a new tool to be honed for the Gospel?

We'll share our thoughts on the pod, you share yours in the comments! We'd love to hear from ya.

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It's a story as American as apple pie: a man known for his good morals is accused of chopping down a tree, and would one day lead a great nation.

Oh wait, you think I'm talking about George Washington? WRONG! This is Saint Boniface, my friend.

Often called the Apostle to the Germans, Boniface was a monk, preacher, missionary, and yes, sometimes a destroyer of pagan idols.

Join Thom, Taylor, and John as we discuss our new favorite lumberjack.

Side note: As I'm typing this, I'm growing more and more paranoid that my writing might sound like AI. This is such an awful time to be a creative. I wonder if we'll have anything to say about that for a bonus episode this week...?

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If you live in America, chances are you've been spoon fed Pilgrim lore since you were but a wee lad.

You've likely heard the tales of adventurous English men and women braving the seas, fist bumping Indians, and wearing terrible clothing.

But what's the real story? What would possess these people to brave a journey that would take them weeks, and possibly even cost them their lives? What was so bad that they needed to leave? And what did they believe was waiting for them?

We'll discuss all that and more for this THANKSGIVING special episode!

Speaking of thanksgiving, WE are giving thanks to YOU, dear listener. Thank you for being such cool pals.

Let us know what your least favorite thanksgiving side is! We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

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If you were around for this story in 2018, you remember that it was everywhere.

An American missionary is killed after attempting to make contact with an isolated tribe that lives on a small island in the Bay of Bengal.

Criticism was immediate. Swarms of news outlets condemned the man for resurrecting age-old imperialist tactics in defying the tribe's desire for autonomy. Many Christians defended the action, citing the significance of the Great Commission and defending his desire to see lost souls be saved.

But we know what you're thinking...what do the fearless leaders of Chump Nation think???

Okay in all seriousness, this is a great episode. And we'd love to hear your comments, so let us know what you think!

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From Arianism to Modalism, Nestorianism to Docetism, we've hit our fair share of heresies on this show.

(By talking about them, not by committing them, hopefully)

So for this week's episode, we'll be discussing how the church has historically dealt with the "h-word." We'll also consider, from our own ministry perspectives, the optimal way to address heresy in a modern context.

Also, Taylor learns something new about Colorado! And we discuss whether Estes Park is real or whether it's secretly a region in Narnia.

Also also, it did not register at all for us that this was our 100th episode. We wish we had mentioned it, or bought a cake or something. 100 episodes! What a cool thing. Thanks for being here, gang.

Let us know in the comments: how do you define heresy?

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