Dad Jokes and Discernment: The Podcast
A faith based podcast examining daily life struggles through a biblical lens.
Episodes
33 episodes
Episode 33: Grieving with God: Finding Comfort in Scripture
In this episode, we tackle one of life’s toughest topics: death. Two friends, rooted in faith, share candid, sometimes raw conversations about grief, loss, and the hope we find in Scripture. From personal stories of losing loved ones to practic...
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Episode 32: When You Feel Unqualified: God’s Call to Faithfulness in Your Season
In this episode, we explore the struggle of feeling inadequate in your calling and the temptation to measure success by visibility, legacy, or comparison. Through the lives of the prophet Jeremiah, the apostle Paul, and Peter, we uncover...
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Episode 31: Living By Faith When The World Feels Broken.
What do you do when the world feels like it’s unraveling?In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive deep into the Old Testament book of Habakkuk and wrestle with one of the hardest questions believers face: Why doe...
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Episode 30: Biblical Forgiveness vs Accountability: When a Pastor Falls
Content Advisory: This episode addresses abuse, church leadership failures, and the biblical responsibilities of forgiveness, repentance, and accountability. Listener discretion is advised, particularly for younger audiences.In th...
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Episode 29: Adversity as a Christian: Staying Faithful When Obedience Is Hard
What does it mean to stay faithful to God when obedience doesn’t bring relief?In this episode, we talk honestly about Christian adversity—the kind that comes not from rebellion, but from obedience. We explore what it looks like to follow...
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Episode 28: Obedience Without Enthusiasm: Following God’s Will When You Don’t Want To
What happens when God’s will collides with your desires?In this episode, we have an honest, unscripted conversation about obedience to God, the tension between calling and comfort, and what it looks like to say “yes” when y...
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Episode 27: Grace Before Growth: Discipleship, Patience, and Reaching New Believers Who Don’t Stick Around”
What does biblical discipleship look like when new believers show up inconsistently, hesitate to engage, or quietly slip out the back door?In this episode, we have an honest, late-night conversation about discipleship, patience, and the ...
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Episode 26: “Teen Faith Under Pressure: A Freshman’s Honest Take on School, Social Media, and Following Christ”
What is it really like to be a Christian teenager today?In this raw, unscripted episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we talk with a Christian high school freshman about the real pressures teens face at school, on social media, an...
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Episode 25: “Christian Living 101: Defend Your Faith, Die to Self & Trust God’s Grace”
In this powerful episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we dive into the core of Christian living, exploring how to defend your faith, die to yourself, and rely on God’s grace in everyday life. From real-wo...
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Episode 24: “The Sign the Shepherds Recognized: Why Jesus Was Laid in a Manger”
Why was that the sign? When the angel told the shepherds they would find the Messiah “wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger,” it wasn’t random—it was loaded with meaning. In this episode of Dad ...
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Episode 23: "Unmasking Satan Pt2: Demons, Darkness & Spiritual Warfare Explained"
In “Unmasking Satan Pt2: Demons, Darkness & Spiritual Warfare Explained,” we continue our deep dive into the unseen spiritual battles affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. Following Part 1, where we explored Satan ...
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Episode 22: Unmasking Satan Pt 1: Recognize His Tactics & Stand Strong in Spiritual Warfare
Do you feel spiritually drained, discouraged, or under attack? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Satan’s modern strategies and how he targets Christians through temptation, distraction, and biblical illiteracy. Learn th...
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Episode 21: The Secret to a Strong Marriage: Why Christ Must Be at the Center
What happens when Jesus steps into a marriage? Peace replaces chaos. Unity replaces drifting. And an entire family begins walking in a different direction — God’s direction.In this powerful testimony-driven episode of Dad Jokes &...
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Episode 20: The Power of Gratitude & Answered Calls to Serve
In this episode, we explore the power of Christian gratitude and thankfulness in the Bible, diving into scriptures like Psalm 103, Daniel in the lion’s den, and the story of Hannah’s prayer and dedication. We ...
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Episode 19: “Are You Failing Your Kids Spiritually? What the Bible Says About Parenting”
In this episode of Dad Jokes in the Sermon, we tackle biblical parenting lessons for Christian families by looking at both cautionary and exemplary figures from the Old Testament. Using the stories of Lot, Eli, Joseph, and Jo...
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Episode 18: “How to Be a Proverbs 31 Woman: Strength, Faith, and Godly Living”
In this week’s episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, Regular Dustin and Associate Dustin turn the mic toward the women of faith. After last week’s look at the godly man in Job 28, the guys dig into Proverbs 31—and wisely bring i...
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Episode 17: "Job 29 Insights: Biblical Character Traits Every Man Should Cultivate"
Dive into Job 29 and discover the timeless biblical character traits every man should strive to cultivate. From showing mercy as the Withholder, defending justice as the Enforcer, to building community as the Planter...
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Episode 16: “Believer’s Baptism Explained: Faith, Obedience, and Salvation”
In this episode, we dive deep into the meaning and importance of baptism from a Baptist perspective. Is baptism necessary for salvation? How does it connect to your faith, obedience, and involvement in the local church? We unpack scriptur...
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Episode 15: Worship Wars Pt. 2 — Can Modern Worship Be Pure?
In this continuation of Worship Wars, we get real about the heart behind praise. What does “spirit and truth” look like in 2025? Can the Church reclaim worship as something holy, not hype-driven? From funny stories to deep Scripture di...
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Episode 14: Worship Wars Pt. 1 — Discernment, Doctrine, and the Battle for True Praise
From the big stages of Bethel and Elevation to the small-town church sound booth, the battle for true worship is on. Are we singing to glorify God — or just chasing a feeling? Join the Dad Jokes & Discernment crew as we unpack what...
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Episode13: “Obedience When It Hurts: Learning to Trust God When You Don’t Feel Like It”
What happens when God asks for obedience in the middle of your doubt, frustration, or fatigue? In this episode, we get honest about the moments when obedience hurts — when it costs comfort, ego, and control.We talk about what it...
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Episode 12: “Jesus, Wine, and Walking in Freedom: A Christian View on Alcohol”
What does the Bible really say about alcohol? In this powerful episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we explore the role of wine and alcohol in the life of a Christian believer. From Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Ca...
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Episode 11: Wake Up, Church! How Spiritual Warfare Demands a Nationwide Revival Now!
Wake up—this is a spiritual emergency! In this no-holds-barred episode, we expose the brutal reality of evil running rampant in our schools, neighborhoods, and even inside the church itself. This is not a drill or a Sunday-only mission—th...
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Episode 10: “They Hate Us Because We’re Right — Fight Back or Fade Away”
Facing persecution as a Christian? Wondering how to stand strong in faith amid cultural attacks and spiritual battles? In this powerful episode, we explore biblical truths about persecution, spiritual oppression, and how believers can stay root...
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Episode 9: "When God Seems Silent: Overcoming Doubt and Staying Faithful Through Unanswered Prayer"
Struggling with unanswered prayers, feeling forgotten by God, or questioning your faith? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore the heartfelt struggles of waiting on God’s timing, the challenges of faith during silence, and how to ...
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Episode 9
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