Rants and Revelations
Rants and Revelations
Michael Lewis, Stephen Sturz
Join us for a survivors perspective on abusive churches, theology, and Christian living topics.
Ep.24 The Christian and Politics
What is our role in the political sphere as followers of Christ? Do we ignore politics altogether and focus only on Jesus and things of the Lord, or should the church be a player on the political stage? Join Lance Skifter and Michael Lewis as we discuss this and other pressing issues in this episode.
Jul 12, 2024
1 hr 10 min
Ep.23 The Reliability of Scripture with Shane Rosenthal
Is the Bible reliable? Can we trust the testimony and prophecies in scripture? Join Brad Kafer, Michael Lewis, and our special guest Shane Rosenthal as we discuss the reliability of Scripture.
Jun 8, 2024
1 hr 8 min
Ep.22 Theology of Suffering with Lance Skifter
Should we expect our lives as Christians to be all butterflies and rainbows? Jesus said that in this world we would have trouble, but to take heart, because he has overcome the world. Join Lance Skifter and Michael Lewis as we talk about the theology of suffering on this week's episode of Rants and Revelations
Jun 1, 2024
58 min
Ep.21 The Resurrection with pastor Joel Hess
Join Brad, Joel and me as we discuss the Resurrection of Jesus and its implications.
May 10, 2024
56 min
Ep.20 Him we Proclaim
Join Brad and me as we discuss the importance of Christ centered preaching, especially from the Old Testament.
May 4, 2024
1 hr 8 min
Ep.19 The Sermon on the Mount
Have you ever been terrified by the sermon on the mount, and maybe even confused as to whether Jesus is proclaiming the gospel or the Law? Join Brad Kafer and me as we discuss this pivotal and crucial moment in redemptive history.
Apr 27, 2024
1 hr 7 min
Ep.18 What is Biblicism?
While it may sound really pious to say "I just read the Bible", there is so much more to understanding scripture than scripture itself. Join me as I discuss the pitfalls of biblicism and some better alternatives as well.
Apr 19, 2024
43 min
EP.17 Struggling with Assurance
Have you ever struggled with the assurance of your salvation? I know I have and it's a terrifying experience. Join me as I discuss the reformed view of assurance, and some common pitfalls including Pietism and Lordship Salvation.
Apr 12, 2024
50 min
EP.16 Toxic Positivity in the Church
Have you ever felt like you have to be totally fake on Sundays?  Have you found it difficult to make genuine connections with other believers because you're hurting and you don't feel comfortable admitting it? Join me as I discuss this phenomenon of Toxic Positivity that sometimes keeps us separated from each other and God.
Apr 5, 2024
52 min
EP.15 Legalistic Sanctification
Join me as I discuss what biblical sanctification looks like, in contrast to legalistic approaches, including but not limited to spiritual disciplines.
Apr 1, 2024
46 min
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