Can you just be a good person and figure out spirituality as you go? In our age of spiritual gurus, self-help books, and "all roads lead to God" thinking, is the Bible really necessary?

In this episode, we're exploring the difference between what you can know about God through nature and conscience versus what you can ONLY learn through Scripture. Spoiler: the most important questions about life – how to be forgiven, what happens when you die, your purpose – can't be answered by looking at sunsets. Discover why treating the Bible as optional actually leaves you spiritually lost, not spiritually free.

"The Bible isn't just one spiritual option among many – it's God's personal self-revelation to humanity."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• The difference between general revelation (creation/conscience) and special revelation (Scripture)
• Why "spiritual but not religious" sounds open-minded but is actually spiritually dangerous
• Three reasons the Bible is absolutely essential for your spiritual life

Practical Applications:

• The Bible protects you from spiritual deception by giving you a reliable standard
• The Bible provides what your soul actually needs – not just inspiration, but transformation
• The Bible gives you the foundation for genuine spiritual growth

Your Assignment This Week: If you've been treating the Bible as optional or just one spiritual resource among many, ask God to help you see it as essential. Commit to regular Bible reading – not because you have to, but because you need what only God's Word can provide.

Community Question: Have you ever tried to build your spiritual life without regular Bible reading? What happened? Or if you've experienced the difference between spiritual "snacking" and really feeding on God's Word, tell us about it. Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

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Ever tried to read the Bible on your own and thought, "This is too hard for me – I should leave this to the experts"?

In this episode, we're tackling one of the biggest lies that keeps everyday Christians from opening their Bibles: that Scripture is only for pastors and seminary students. The truth? God didn't write the Bible in secret code that requires a theological degree to crack. He wrote it for fishermen and tax collectors – and that means he wrote it for you. Discover why you can read the Bible with confidence and how the same God who used ordinary people to write Scripture designed it for ordinary people to understand.

"God didn't write the Bible to confuse you – He wrote it to change you."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Why "difficult" doesn't mean "impossible," and how some challenging parts don't make the whole thing unclear
• What theologians mean by "perspicuity" (the clarity of Scripture), and why it matters for your daily Bible reading
• How Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would help us understand God's truth

Practical Applications:

• Start with what's clear and let it help you understand what's confusing
• Read Scripture with community – God designed understanding to be a team sport
• Ask four powerful questions that unlock meaning from any passage Your

Assignment This Week: Choose one clear, practical book of the Bible (like James or Philippians) and begin reading it with confidence, asking the four questions we discussed together.

Community Question: What's one passage or book of the Bible that seemed confusing at first but eventually became clear to you? Or if you're just starting out, what's holding you back from diving into Scripture on your own? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

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Heard that the Bible is "full of contradictions"? Worried those alleged errors might shake your faith? Think again.

In this episode, we're tackling the hard questions head-on: Can we really trust that Scripture is completely accurate? What about those confusing passages and seemingly contradictory accounts? Discover what "biblical inerrancy" actually means, why it matters for your everyday faith, and how to handle passages that seem problematic at first glance. The answer might give you more confidence in God's Word than you've ever had.

"The goal isn't to understand every word perfectly - it's to trust the God who spoke every word perfectly."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• What "inerrancy" really means (and what it doesn't mean)
• Why most alleged contradictions disappear when you understand the context
• How Jesus himself viewed Scripture's reliability
• Why difficult passages don't equal erroneous passages

Practical Applications:

• Inerrancy gives you confidence to build your entire life on Scripture
• It protects you from picking and choosing what to believe based on comfort
• It deepens your trust in God's character and attention to details

Your Assignment This Week: If there's a Bible passage that's been bothering you or causing doubt, study it more carefully this week. Look at different translations, read commentaries, and approach it assuming the problem is with your understanding, not with the text.

Community Question: What's one Bible passage that used to confuse you or seem problematic, but now makes more sense? Or if you're still wrestling with a difficult passage, what is it? Let's help each other grow in understanding! Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

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Nobody likes being told what to do. So why should the Bible have authority over your life?

In this episode, we're tackling one of the most uncomfortable topics in Christianity: biblical authority. Maybe you've had bad experiences with people using the Bible to control others, or you've wondered why God gave you a brain if you're just supposed to follow an ancient book. But here's what might surprise you: what if the Bible's authority isn't about restriction at all — what if it's actually about freedom? Discover why having a reliable standard for truth is exactly what you need to navigate life with confidence.

"Biblical authority isn't God trying to limit our freedom — it's God trying to protect our freedom by showing us what actually works."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Biblical authority means the Bible has the right to command our beliefs and behavior because it comes from God himself
• God's authority comes from his perfect knowledge of reality, human nature, and what leads to true flourishing
• Biblical authority is an expression of God's love, not his desire to control us

Practical Applications:

• Develop a biblical worldview as your framework for all decision-making
• Learn to distinguish between biblical commands and cultural preferences
• Submit to biblical authority in community for support and accountability Your

Assignment This Week: Pick one area of your life where you've been relying primarily on your own wisdom or cultural trends, and ask God to show you what his Word says about that area — your finances, relationships, work, or entertainment choices.

Community Question: Can you think of a time when following biblical authority felt restrictive at first, but later you realized it was actually protecting you or leading you toward something better? Or maybe you're in a situation right now where you're wrestling with letting Scripture have the final say — what's making that difficult? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

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Ever wondered how we ended up with exactly 66 books in the Bible? Was it just a bunch of old guys in a room making arbitrary decisions?

Maybe someone has told you the Bible was "put together by politicians" or that "important books were left out for their agenda." These claims can shake your confidence — but here's the truth: the process of recognizing which books belong in the Bible wasn't arbitrary, political, or accidental. God didn't leave this crucial decision to chance.

"The church didn't create the canon — the church recognized the canon."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• What "canon" actually means and why it matters for your faith
• The four tests the early church used to recognize authentic Scripture
• Why the "lost gospels" like the Gospel of Thomas were rejected (and it wasn't for political reasons)
• How God guided his people across centuries to preserve exactly what he wanted you to have

Practical Applications:

• Confidence in what you're reading — you can trust your Bible completely
• Discernment to evaluate other claims about Christianity and "alternative gospels"
• Deeper appreciation for God's faithfulness in preserving his Word for you

Your Assignment This Week: Thank God for his faithfulness in preserving his Word. If you've been struggling with doubts about the Bible's reliability, ask God to strengthen your confidence based on the careful, Spirit-guided process he used to give you exactly the books he wanted you to have.

Community Question: Have you ever had someone challenge the reliability of your Bible? What was that experience like — did it shake your confidence, or did it make you dig deeper? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

We're building something important together in this series, and YOUR voice matters. Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and share this with someone who's had doubts about whether they can trust the Bible!

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Ever felt like God doesn't speak to you the way he speaks to other Christians? Like your spiritual antenna might be broken?

In this episode, we're tackling the question that so many believers wrestle with: "How does God speak to us today?" Maybe you've heard others say "God told me" and wondered why he never seems to speak to you. The truth? God isn't playing hide-and-seek with you. He's been speaking all along—and you absolutely can understand him. Discover the different ways God communicates with us and how to recognize his voice in your everyday life.

"God wants to communicate with you even more than you want to hear from him."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• The difference between "general revelation" (creation) and "special revelation" (Scripture)
• Why the Bible is still God's living voice to you today — even though it was written thousands of years ago
• You don't need special spiritual gifts or a "secret decoder ring" to hear from God

Practical Applications:

• Approach the Bible expecting God to speak — not as a chore to check off
• Ask three simple questions as you read: What does this teach about God? About me? How should I change?
• Pay attention to themes that keep coming up — that's often God getting your attention

Your Assignment This Week: Spend time in God's Word expecting him to speak. Pick a passage — maybe Psalm 23 or John 3:16 — and ask those three questions. Practice listening with expectation.

Community Question: Can you think of a time when you felt like God was trying to tell you something through Scripture, a conversation, or circumstances? What was that experience like for you? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!

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Think theology is too complicated for regular people? Think again.

In this episode, we're tackling the biggest misconception about theology: that it's only for pastors and seminary students. The truth? You're already doing theology every time you think about God. The only question is whether you're doing GOOD theology or bad theology. Discover why understanding who God really is changes everything—your relationships, your decisions, and how you handle everyday stress.

"The question isn't whether you're going to do theology. The question is whether you're going to do good theology or bad theology."

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Theology simply means "the study of God" — and you're already doing it every day
• The real question isn't whether you'll do theology, but whether you'll do good or bad theology
• Knowing God through Scripture beats guessing or making assumptions about Him

Practical Applications:

• Theology gives you an anchor in life's storms
• Theology transforms your relationships
• Theology gives you confidence in decision-making

Your Assignment This Week: Pay attention to the theology you're already doing. When you think about God, pray, or face difficulties, notice what assumptions you're making about who God is — and whether those assumptions come from Scripture or somewhere else.

💬 Community Question: What's one area of theology — maybe the Trinity, or how prayer works, or why bad things happen — that has always felt intimidating or confusing to you, but now you're curious to understand better? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the “Send us a text” link below!

We're building something important together in this series, and YOUR voice matters. Follow the show so you don't miss the next episode, and share this with someone who needs to hear it!

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Theology doesn’t have to be confusing.
Join Charlie Miller for Everyday Theology in Plain English — the podcast that makes big biblical truths simple, practical, and life-changing. Season 1: God’s Word for Real People starts next Monday!

📖 Everyday Theology in Plain English – Promo Episode

What if theology didn’t have to be confusing?

I’m Charlie Miller, and I’m launching a brand-new podcast called Everyday Theology in Plain English — where we take the big truths of Christianity and explain them in simple, practical ways that actually make sense in real life.

Theology isn’t just for scholars or pastors. It’s for you — for people who want to know who God is, what He’s like, and how that changes the way we live every day.

💡 Season 1: God’s Word for Real People
We’ll tackle questions like:
• How do I know I can trust the Bible?
• Why are there so many translations?
• How do I study Scripture without getting overwhelmed?
• What does it mean to build my life on God’s Word?

No church jargon. No lectures. Just honest, clear conversations that connect faith to your Monday morning.

👉 The first full episode drops next Monday:
🎧 “Why Theology Matters (And Why You’re Not Too Dumb for It)”

If you’ve ever thought theology was only for “smart Christians,” this show will change your mind — and maybe even change your faith.

🔔 Subscribe now so you don’t miss the launch!
📺 Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast app.

Because God isn’t hiding from you. He wants to be known — and that’s exactly what we’re going to explore together.

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