Behind The Mike Podcast

Cremation or burial — does it matter to God?

In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone explores one of the most asked questions among Christians today: Is cremation biblical, or should we stick with burial?

Together, we’ll walk through:

• What the Bible says about burial and burning.
• How early Christians viewed cremation.
• The theology of the body and resurrection hope.
• Practical considerations: cost, culture, and ...

In this episode of the Behind the Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone discusses a letter written to the CEO of Cracker Barrel about its recent logo change and the deeper meaning behind it.

Mike explains that while the man in the letter was missing the feeling of "home" the old logo provided, his longing points to a universal human need for something real and rooted.

He argues that this "homesickness&quo...

Have you ever wondered if your dog, cat, or beloved pet will be in heaven? 
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In this heartfelt episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone dives deep into one of the most emotional questions we face after losing a pet: Do pets go to heaven?

Together, we’ll explore:
✅ What the Bible actually says (and doesn’t say) about animals in eternity
✅ Scriptures that reveal God’s love and care for creation
✅ In...

You can memorize every Bible verse, serve at every event, and give to every cause — but if your heart’s not in it, God isn’t impressed. In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone challenges us to examine our motives, reset our faith, and return to authentic love for God over empty religious performance.

Through personal stories, relatable struggles, and biblical examples like Mary & Martha, the Pha...

🔥 When the heat is on, will your faith hold?

In this powerful episode, Mike Stone unpacks the bold faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3 and applies it to the modern pressures we face. You’ll learn what it means to have “Even If” faith—trusting God regardless of the outcome—and discover how to stand firm when culture demands you bow.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The parallels between a...

There’s a war going on — not just around you, but inside you. In this powerful episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, Mike Stone exposes the invisible spiritual battle for your mind. If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, deception, or thoughts that don’t align with God’s truth, this episode is for you.

Learn how the enemy uses subtle lies to twist truth, and how you can reclaim your mind through the power of Scripture. Mike ...

Why does the Bible talk so much about blood? In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone walks through Leviticus 4 and answers the question so many of us ask: Why all the animal sacrifices and blood in the Old Testament?

🩸 What does it mean for us today?
🕊️ How does it point to the cross of Jesus Christ?
📖 Why is Leviticus essential to understanding God’s mercy?

Mike unpacks the anci...

You are in a battle, whether you realize it or not.
In this episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone uncovers the often invisible—but very real—realm of spiritual warfare. Drawing from Scripture, real-life examples, and the powerful imagery in Ephesians 6, Mike equips you with the tools you need to stand firm against the enemy's attacks.

📖 You’ll learn:
🗡️ What spiritual warfare looks like in ever...

💭 What really happens when we die?
In this heartfelt episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone dives into one of life’s most important and eternal questions: what happens after death?

Whether you're a lifelong Christian, a skeptic, or someone just searching for answers, this episode will offer clarity, peace, and biblical truth about:
✟  What the Bible says happens when a believer dies
✟  The re...

What happened to Little Ricky from I Love Lucy? In this powerful and inspiring episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone sits down with Keith Thibodeaux, the former child star of I Love Lucy and The Andy Griffith Show. Keith shares his extraordinary journey—from drumming prodigy and Hollywood fame to depression, addiction, and ultimately finding hope in Jesus Christ.

Keith opens up about:
🎬 Working with Luci...

What do you do when God feels silent? On Holy Saturday, we sit in the in-between — after the cross but before the resurrection. It’s a day of silence, grief, and waiting. But silence doesn’t mean absence.

In today’s Passion Week devotional, Mike Stone shares a powerful message about trusting God in the waiting. When the miracle hasn’t come yet, and hope seems buried, Silent Saturday reminds us that God is still at work — e...

Today is Good Friday—the most somber and powerful day in Passion Week. In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, we reflect on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the ultimate act of love that changed everything. Though dark, this day marks the moment when Jesus paid the price for our sins and opened the way to eternal life.

Join us as we walk through the events of Good Friday, explore key Scriptures like Luke 23, John 19:3...

Welcome to Day 5 of Passion Week on Behind the Mike! 

Today, we walk through the powerful and emotional events of Thursday—a day filled with love, betrayal, and surrender.

This was the night of the Last Supper, when Jesus washed His disciples’ feet, predicted His betrayal, and instituted the Lord’s Supper. It was also the night of His agonizing prayer in Gethsemane, where Jesus showed ultimate surrender to the Fat...

Welcome to Day 4 of our Passion Week series. Today we reflect on Silent Wednesday, a day where the surface seems calm, but two powerful stories unfold behind the scenes: Judas' betrayal of Jesus and Mary’s extravagant act of worship.

In this short devotional, we explore Matthew 26 and John 12, where we contrast Judas Iscariot’s betrayal for 30 pieces of silver with Mary of Bethany’s costly offering. 

What doe...

In Part 2 of this compelling interview, Jeff Younger shares the heart-wrenching and courageous story of his battle to protect his son from forced gender transition. As a father standing firm in his Christian convictions, Jeff exposes the alarming realities of the family court system, the influence of gender ideology in public schools, and the attack on biblical manhood and fatherhood in America.

From enduring a brutal boxi...

Welcome back to Behind the Mike Podcast for Day 3 of Passion Week. On this intense Tuesday, Jesus returns to the temple and boldly confronts religious hypocrisy. He doesn't hold back—He calls out sin, challenges the leaders, and exposes fake religion.

In today’s episode, we’ll walk through Jesus’ confrontations from Matthew 21–23 and the heart-piercing question:
👉 What would Jesus say if He walked into the temple...

Welcome to Day 2 of our Passion Week series!

Today, we reflect on the powerful moment when Jesus cleanses the temple—a bold act that reveals His passion for pure worship and righteous living. What does this story mean for us today? How does Jesus want to cleanse our hearts and lives? Join us as we dig into Scripture, reflect, and pray together.

🙏 Whether you're on a journey of healing, accountability, or gro...

Join us in this episode of the Behind the Mike Podcast as we kick off Passion Week with an intriguing look behind the story of Palm Sunday. 

Discover the true meaning of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem 2000 years ago, and how it fulfilled ancient prophecy. Explore the contrast between the conquering king the people expected and the humble king who came to bring peace. 

Reflect on your own expectations of Jesus an...

In this deeply emotional and controversial episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone sits down with Jeff Younger, the Texas father whose battle to protect his son from gender transition has captured national attention.

Jeff shares the harrowing story of his ex-wife beginning the process of transitioning their son at age two, the legal war that followed, and how his Christian faith has guided every decision—even w...