Brains, Bibles and Beyond!

Brains, Bibles and Beyond!

Joel Willoughby is the founder of Brains and Bibles. Brains and Bibles is a nonprofit that partners with local churches to support them in the area of worldview apologetics and Bible study. Come listen as Joel and Nate (founder of Think Like Christ Ministries) think academically through the Bible together!

Episodes

November 22, 2025 40 mins

Episode 55: Hermeneutics & Why Christians Disagree Part 7 Systematic Theology

Why do sincere, Bible-believing Christians often come to such different conclusions about Scripture? In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into the world of hermeneutics—the art and science of interpretation. Whether it’s theology, ethics, or church practice, how we read the Bible shapes everything. Join us as we explore the key princ...

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Episode 54: Hermeneutics & Why Christians Disagree Part 6Why do sincere, Bible-believing Christians often come to such different conclusions about Scripture? In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into the world of hermeneutics—the art and science of interpretation. Whether it’s theology, ethics, or church practice, how we read the Bible shapes everything. Join us as we explore the key principles behind biblica...

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Episode 53: Hermeneutics & Why Christians Disagree Part 5Why do sincere, Bible-believing Christians often come to such different conclusions about Scripture? In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into the world of hermeneutics—the art and science of interpretation. Whether it’s theology, ethics, or church practice, how we read the Bible shapes everything. Join us as we explore the key principles behind biblica...

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In this thought-provoking episode of Brains, Bibles and Beyond!, we kick things off with our fan-favorite segment Stump the Theologian, where Joel tackles a surprisingly tricky question: How old were Jesus' disciples, really? Get ready for some historical context, theological insight, and maybe a few surprises.www.brainsandbibles.comwww.thinklikechrist.org

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We welcome special guest Bill Smart, author of the compelling new book Spiritual Gifts Reimagined: The Journey View. Bill shares his fresh perspective on spiritual gifts, exploring how they evolve over time and how we can better understand their role in our personal and communal faith journeys.To learn more about Bill and explore his work, visit his official website: billsmartauthor.com.Whether you're a curious seeker or a seas...

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🎙️ Episode 52: Stump the Theologian + Spiritual Gifts ReimaginedIn this thought-provoking episode of Brains, Bibles and Beyond!, we kick things off with our fan-favorite segment Stump the Theologian, where Joel tackles a surprisingly tricky question: How old were Jesus' disciples, really? Get ready for some historical context, theological insight, and maybe a few surprises.Then, we welcome special guest Bill Smart, author of the c...

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🎙️ Brains, Bibles, and Beyond! — Episode 51.1Segment: Stump the TheologianTitle: What About Those Who've Never Heard?📍Big Question: Will people be condemned for not believing in Jesus if they’ve never heard His name?In this thought-provoking installment of Stump the Theologian, we wrestle with one of the most emotionally and theologically challenging questions in Christian apologetics. What happens to those who never hear the...

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Episode 51.2: Hermeneutics & Why Christians Disagree

Why do sincere, Bible-believing Christians often come to such different conclusions about Scripture? In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into the world of hermeneutics—the art and science of interpretation. Whether it’s theology, ethics, or church practice, how we read the Bible shapes everything. Join us as we explore the key principles behind biblical int...

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Episode 51: Hermeneutics & Why Christians Disagree Part 4Why do sincere, Bible-believing Christians often come to such different conclusions about Scripture? In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into the world of hermeneutics—the art and science of interpretation. Whether it’s theology, ethics, or church practice, how we read the Bible shapes everything. Join us as we explore the key principles behind biblica...

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In this special Q&A edition of Brains, Bibles and Beyond!, we tackle some of the most difficult and emotionally charged questions people ask about the Bible and the character of God. Is God genocidal? How do we reconcile the violence in the Old Testament with the love of Jesus? Why does God allow suffering, and does He really command things that seem morally troubling?Join us as we wrestle with scripture, history, and theology ...

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In this powerful and necessary special edition of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we tackle one of the most disturbing and often misunderstood accusations leveled against the Bible: Does God command r**e? Join us for an honest, thoughtful Q&A conversation as we explore the historical, cultural, and scriptural contexts of some of the most difficult passages in the Old Testament. Are these verses really divine endorsements of violen...

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July 9, 2025 19 mins

Brains, Bibles, and Beyond! – Special Q&A Edition: "Is God Genocidal?"In this thought-provoking special edition of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we tackle one of the most challenging and controversial questions in the Bible: Is God genocidal? Join us as we dive deep into the Old Testament narratives that raise moral and theological concerns—such as the conquest of Canaan and the destruction of entire peoples.Is there a differenc...

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Brains, Bibles, and Beyond! – Episode 50.3: "Was Jesus Born in July? Joel Thinks So..."In this episode, Joel takes a bold swing: trying to convince Nate that Jesus may have been born in July—not December. With Scripture in hand and timelines on the table, Joel lays out his case, connecting the dots from priestly divisions to shepherds in the fields. Nate, however, isn’t sold.But this conversation isn’t just about birth dates. The r...

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Joel reacts to Nate's news.www.brainsandbibles.orgwww.thinklikechrist.org

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Join Nate and Joel for another edition for Stump the Theologian.Can Satan read our minds? can possessing demons read their victim's minds?www.thinklikechrist.orgwww.brainsandbibles.org

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In this fascinating Q&A edition of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we dive into one of the most mysterious and often overlooked moments in the Bible—the resurrection of many holy people at the moment of Jesus’ death (Matthew 27:52-53). What happened to them? Where did they go? And the big question—did anyone interview them?Join us as we explore the historical, theological, and imaginative possibilities of this powerful event. Why ...

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Brains, Bibles, and Beyond Podcast: Christmas in July — What Does the Bible Actually Say?In this episode of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond, we take a fresh look at Christmas in July—not just as a seasonal novelty, but as an opportunity to read the Bible with open eyes. Too often, we approach familiar stories like the birth of Jesus assuming we already know what they say. But what happens when we slow down, set aside tradition, and sim...

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Podcast Description for YouTube & Podcast Platforms:🎙️ Brains, Bibles, and Beyond – Special Q&A EpisodeTitle: “Born Into Belief? Religion, Geography, and Faith”In this thought-provoking Q&A edition of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond, we dive into a big question: Do people follow a religion because of where they were born—or because they truly believe? 🌍📿Join us as we explore how culture, family, and geography influence re...

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In this special Q&A edition of Brains, Bibles, and Beyond!, we tackle one of the toughest and most thought-provoking questions: “If God is all-powerful, why isn’t there just one true religion everyone agrees on?” Join us as we explore the nature of divine revelation, human free will, religious diversity, and what Scripture and reason say about God’s purposes in a world of many beliefs. Whether you’re a seeker, skeptic, or belie...

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🎙️ Brains, Bibles, and BeyondQ&A Special: "What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?"In this special episode, we explore one of the most important questions ever asked: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?”We unpack Jesus’ response, examine the role of grace and faith, and challenge common misconceptions about salvation. Whether you're curious or committed, this conversation invites you to think deeply and live purposefully....

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