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Midsummer Shady: Can Christians Eat Pork?

Join us for a little midsummer shady (theology) as Eric and Jamie discuss whether Christian can eat pork, or if any of the dietary laws in the Old Testament are relevant to today. Each week we will be posting our favorite episodes [Reposts] or a a brand new Summer Short Short. New full episodes return in August!

[REPOST] Episode 82: Happy Caw

Enjoy the only episode in existence of all of our podcast hosts together in one room!In this episode, Jamie & Eric kick off with Shooting the Skybalon, where Eric accidentally plays a clip with a not-so-holy word during a staff meeting. In Shady Theology, the guys dig into the theology of speaking in tongues—what it is, what it’s for, and why it still matters. Next up in How Great is Our Pod, they debut a “prodigal” worship song with a special guest (hint, hint). Finally, in Pester the Pastor, they ask if multi-level marketing has any place in the church—or if it’s just spiritual spam.
It’s raw, funny, and loaded with the mix of memes and theology you didn’t know you needed—welcome to Not the Sermon.

Summer Short Shorts #7

In this episode of NTS Summer Short the guys are joined by Jamie's wife, Tiffany! She shares about her unfortunate encounter with a desperate inmate trying to escape from jail! Enjoy!

[Repost] Episode 77: “Gees Croyce

Enjoy one of our personal favorite episodes from Season 3!In this episode, Jamie & Eric serve up a fresh round of theology, comedy, and chaos. In Shooting the Skybalon, Jamie tells the story of a fine dining experience that somehow featured a DJ, while Eric shares about catching a stray “Pharisee” insult in the church foyer. Next, in Shady Theology, the guys dive into stories of people claiming to visit heaven—are they legit or just tall tales? Over in So Help Meme God, they can’t stop laughing at “Gees Croyse We Luv U, God,” a viral moment featuring an overly excited guy breakdancing for Jesus. Finally, in Eric’s Edumakation, Eric breaks down the major atonement theories, why they exist, and why they actually matter for everyday faith.

Summer Short Shorts #6

Sunscreen...check
 
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Short shorts...engage
 
It's the first episode of our summer series! Each week we will release a new Summer Short Shorts story or a repost of one of our favorite episodes! This week Jamie shares about a time he had to get a pregnancy ultrasound! Summer is here and the fun is just beginning. Enjoy your solar orbit with a sunburnt episode of Not the Sermon!

Episode 115: "Planet Bee Boop-25"

In this episode Jamie & Eric talk about the supposed secret meeting of pastors where it was revealed that Aliens from outer space will soon arrive! Eric shares his crazy Monday morning encounter. The guys play a game called "Is this Christian T-shirt heresy?". In Eric's Edumakation he shares about the Bible as literature and they top it off with an NTS original song to celebrate the completion of Season 3!

Episode 114: "Andandandandand"

In this episode Jamie & Eric  talk about Eric's new "big boy" purchase. In The Bible Says What?! they talk about the real way to cook Ezekiel bread.  In So Help Meme God they trace Homiletics to a popular internet meme, and in Shady Theology they ask the question whether it is sinful to have a bad desire. We also are releasing the video for free on Patreon! Check it out on https://patreon.com/notthesermon

Episode 113: Sermonaughty Pt3 : Sermonaughtiest

In this episode Jamie & Eric rapid fire through multiple questions in their sermonaughty style. This is the "questions" episode where the boys take on questions from the practical to the bizarre.
Skybalon: Bingeing the Bible & Men's Retreats
Seggie 1: Sermon amen-ing, single parent dating advice, and cross-gender praying
Seggie 2: Self Condemnation and church competition
Seggie 3: Christians, Harry Potter, and Santa Claus
 
Make sure the check out the Not The Sermon Patreon for insider trading, unreleased content, and behind the scenes footage of each episode.
 

Episode 112: "Flickin the Boogalon"

In this episode, Jamie & Eric kick things off with Shooting the Skybalon, talking lesser-known candies and Jamie’s very unfortunate zit situation. In Weird Worship, they react to a Taylor Swift tribute happening in a church service and ask where the line is. In Odd News, they cover a bizarre story of three people committing insurance fraud while dressed in a bear suit. Finally, in Shady Theology, they unpack John Piper’s “frogs” analogy and what it says about total depravity.
It’s weird, hilarious, and theologically spicy—welcome to Not the Sermon.

Episode 111: Shanghai Shenanigans

In this episode, Jamie & Eric kick things off with Shooting the Skybalon, where Eric shares about getting a suspicious “Royal Mail” scam letter straight from the UK. In Shady Theology, they dive into the debate over once saved, always saved—what it means and why Christians don’t all agree. In The Megachurch Moment, they react to Joel Osteen’s unexpected interview with Jake Paul. Finally, in Houston, We Have a Question, they wrestle with a big-picture question: will we remember Earth and our lives here when we’re with God?
It’s curious, conversational, and just the right amount of spicy—welcome to Not the Sermon.