Weird Hill to Die On

Weird Hill to Die On

Weird Hill to Die On is a Christian apologetics and theology podcast where hot takes meet holy texts. Hosted by three apologists—Mary Jo Sharp, a seasoned voice in apologetics, alongside Phoenix Hayes and Adam Coleman, both building dynamic ministries—we explore controversial beliefs, cultural debates, and the weird hills Christians are willing to die on—with sass, substance, and a commitment to unity in diversity. Perfect for curious believers, faith skeptics, and anyone navigating a culture obsessed with being right.

Episodes

July 1, 2025 49 mins

Why the name, "Weird Hill to Die On?" 

In this special season finale, MJ, Phoenix, and Adam unpack the story behind the podcast name, dive into what makes the cross the original "weird hill," and reflect on the ego-driven theological battles they've walked away from. 

From childhood church pews to skeptical conversions, from Young Earth creationism to Calvinism debates, we explore how personal stories, cultural clashes, and a Savi...

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What do you get when theology and politics share a toothbrush? A whole lot of awkward—and a serious case of identity crisis in the Church. In this spicy episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Adam, Phoenix, and MJ wade into the murky waters of political tribalism, asking why so many Christians seem more devoted to party platforms than to the kingdom of God.

We wrestle with questions like: Can you vote a certain way and still be a Christi...

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Is it heresy... or just uncomfortable theology? In this raw episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Adam Coleman, Phoenix Hayes, and Mary Jo Sharp dive into beliefs that get labeled as heretical—often unfairly. From Christmas trees and Calvinism to creation debates and God's gender, they explore what makes a belief truly heretical versus just theologically adventurous. Expect deep dives into church history, spontaneous soap box moments, a...

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"Who's It Hurting Anyway?"
What's Primary, What's Not, and Why That Difference Matters for Christians

In this episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Phoenix Hayes, Mary Jo Sharp, and Adam Coleman dive into the fuzzy world of primary vs. secondary doctrines—and why some "gray areas" have real consequences. Not every disagreement is a deal-breaker—but some are. So how do we know the difference?

This week, we ask: Who's deciding what really...

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Is "just me and Jesus" really a Christian approach—or a clever way to dodge accountability?

In this episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Phoenix Hayes, Mary Jo Sharp, and Adam Coleman tackle the rising trend of private, isolated faith in today's culture. With a mix of humor, heart, and heresy alerts, they explore why Christianity was never meant to be a solo hike through life's wilderness.

From biblical community and discipleship to ...

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Is certainty a sin—or is it just getting a bad reputation these days?

In this episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Phoenix, MJ, and Adam wrestle with a growing discomfort around conviction in faith spaces. Is being convinced of a truth just code for being a jerk? Or can you actually believe something deeply without turning it into a weapon? We explore what it looks like to hold theological beliefs with both clarity and humility, and ho...

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"You just have to believe." Ever heard that? We have too—and we're calling it out.

In this episode of Weird Hill to Die On, Mary Jo Sharp, Phoenix Hayes, and Adam Coleman take on the myth of blind faith. We dig into what Jesus actually taught about doubt, belief...

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What if the secret to great apologetics… is having low expectations?

In this episode of Weird Hill to Die On, MJ, Adam, and Phoenix dive into the tension between boldly defending your faith and admitting you might be wrong sometimes. Can we debate theology without needing to win? Can we stay rooted in truth without burning out—or burning bridges? From spicy debates to Chili's appetizers, we explore why humility might be the best a...

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Kicking things off at Weird Hill to Die On, we ask whether Christian apologetics still matters in today's skeptical culture — or if it's just another battlefield for endless debates. ...

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