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Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast

Engage, Reflect, Connect: Parable Arrows Podcast

By: Josh K and Femi S
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The Parable Arrows Podcast: Where hosts Josh and Femi wrestle with stories to seek deeper truths. The Parable Arrows team engages a story such as a movie or show, spends time self reflecting, then connects to ask questions inspired by the story to better understand God and others. Find their original short fiction and additional content at: https://www.parablearrows.com/ Art Christianity Spirituality
Episodes
  • Ep 56: What Attack on Titan Taught Us About Following Jesus
    Apr 25 2026

    In this episode, we dive into the world of Attack on Titan to talk about what it really means to count the cost of following Jesus. We explore how the Scouts' risky missions mirror the high-cost, high-reward call of discipleship. Along the way, we tackle the trap of over-policing media and why true spiritual growth comes through coaching and "inefficient" friendship. We wrap up reflecting on why slowing down to love people deeply is the only way to live out a Christ-like life in a fast-paced world.

    Website: https://www.parablearrows.com
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

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    32 mins
  • Ep 55: Are Christian Movie Reviews Damaging Your Discernment? Outsourcing Spiritual Judgement
    Apr 11 2026

    In this episode, we dive into how rigid "black and white" labels in church culture can actually stunt our spiritual growth and dull our discernment. We swap stories (from Metallica tattoos to Law & Order: SVU) about how labeling art as simply "good" or "bad" keeps us from wrestling with the deeper questions of faith. We laugh about the shortcuts we've all taken in the name of "safety," and unpack how these habits can lead to a white-knuckled, yo-yo kind of Christianity. By the end, we remind ourselves that discernment is a muscle, and the only way to grow it is to actually use it.

    Website: https://www.parablearrows.com
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

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    29 mins
  • Ep 54: Is Wake Up Dead Man a Christian Movie? The Christian Sandwich Problem
    Apr 1 2026

    We are back! In this episode, we take a quick dive into Wake Up Dead Man and wrestle with the question: what actually makes a movie "Christian"? Along the way, we break down the "Christian sandwich" analogy, challenging the idea that a Christian creating something makes it inherently Christian art. We also explore the movie's nuanced portrayals of faith, from caricatures to heartfelt moments, including a powerful scene where Judd wrestles with the sin of the heart. Ultimately, we call for deeper artistic literacy and a willingness to engage earnestly with secular stories that reflect spiritual truths.

    Listen to Femi's Episode with High Point Church:

    • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/424-is-knives-out-3-a-christian-movie
    • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Q93X3w38MPLCSgYucRSpv?

    Check out Cinema Theology on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematheology/

    Website: https://www.parablearrows.com/

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/parablearrows

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    28 mins
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