The Faith/Life Podcast

The Faith/Life Podcast

Real Conversations for Real Life The Faith/Life Podcast brings you thought-provoking discussions that explore the intersection of faith and everyday life. Hosted by Pastors Nathan Webb and Matt Braggins from Discovery Fellowship Church, this podcast tackles relevant topics with honesty, humor, and a deep commitment to biblical truth. From navigating political and cultural issues as Christians to tackling challenging questions about Scripture, family, and discipleship, the Faith/Life Podcast offers practical insights and spiritual encouragement. Each episode is designed to help you grow in your faith, engage with the world around you, and live out the gospel in meaningful ways. Whether you’re exploring big questions like “Can Christians Vote for Trump?” or diving into lighter topics like biblical “Would You Rather,” this podcast keeps the conversation engaging, relatable, and Christ-centered. Join us weekly as we laugh, learn, and wrestle with what it means to bring faith into every area of life.

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June 20, 2025 41 mins

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Tensions in the Middle East are rising again. This week, Pastor Nathan and Pastor Matt are joined by Rabbi Jack Zimmerman from Jewish Voice to discuss the latest conflict between Israel and Iran, the biblical significance of Israel, and how Christians should think about war and prophecy in uncertain times.

In this conversation:

  • What’s fueling this latest escalation?
  • Does this connect to end times prophecies?
  • What shou...
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What’s the Christian response to a world that feels increasingly divided and chaotic? In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt talk about current events, the challenge of “doomscrolling,” and how to keep your faith front and center when headlines compete for your hope.

  • How to filter the news through a biblical lens
  • Staying civil in heated cultural debates
  • When (and when not) to engage online
  • The difference between bib...
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We wrap up our two-part series by addressing the final five of the “Top 10 Questions Christians Can’t Answer.” These are the questions that challenge our assumptions, shake our faith, or give voice to long-held doubts.

In this episode, we respond to:

  • Why would a loving God create eternal hell?
  • Can we really enjoy heaven while others suffer?
  • Why does God call Himself jealous if jealousy is a sin?
  • Why do people in other ...
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This week we’re replaying one of our most compelling conversations—a response to a viral TikTok questioning whether the modern church has any value at all.

In this classic episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt explore:

  • The purpose and function of the church in Scripture
  • Why the local church is more than just a weekly service
  • What happens when we reduce Christianity to a private spirituality
  • Common frustrations with the mode...
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In this two-part series, Pastors Nathan and Matt respond to a viral list of “Questions Christians Can’t Answer.” In Part 1, they dive deep into the first 5:

  1. Why does God allow innocent children to suffer?
  2. If God is good, why does the Bible include genocide?
  3. If Jesus paid for sin, why would anyone still go to hell?
  4. Why doesn’t God reveal Himself like He did to Thomas or Paul?
  5. Why does God seem to keep restarting the wor...
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If morality is just a personal or cultural opinion, who gets to decide what’s “right”?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt respond to a comment questioning whether morality is objective—or just a Christian construct. They explore:

  • The difference between objective, subjective, and relative morality
  • Why grounding morality in God matters
  • How atheism and secularism struggle to define right and wrong
  • Real-world implica...
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After last week’s discussion on how Christians engage with culture and storytelling, we received a great listener question:

Doesn’t Philippians 4:8 tell us to only think about things that are true, noble, pure, and lovely?
So how can we justify watching stories that include evil, grief, or darkness?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt explore:

  • How to interpret Philippians 4:8 in context
  • Why truth and beauty ...
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Can art help us understand evil—and still lead us to joy?

This week, Pastor Nathan and Pastor Matt sit down with bestselling author and Daily Wire host Andrew Klavan to talk about his powerful new book, The Kingdom of Cain. Together, they dive deep into:

  • Why great art has always dealt with murder, darkness, and sin
  • How beauty points us toward God, even in sad or terrifying stories
  • Why Christian storytelling often miss...
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Work might be one of the most overlooked mission fields—and one of the hardest to navigate. This week, Pastors Matt and Nathan tackle how to share your faith in the workplace with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

We talk about:

  • What’s legal (and wise) when it comes to workplace evangelism
  • Why your life speaks louder than your words
  • How to plant seeds of faith without turning people off
  • Real strategies for living ou...
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Due to Easter weekend and a packed ministry schedule, we’re revisiting one of our most timely and requested episodes:

Is Easter a pagan holiday?
Should Christians avoid it—or can we celebrate with a clear conscience?

In this older (audio-only!) episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt unpack:

  • The history behind Easter and its alleged pagan origins
  • The difference between cultural tradition and gospel truth
  • Whether Jesus’ r...
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You've probably seen it: memes and viral videos saying Jesus is just another recycled myth—especially from Egyptian stories like Horus. But is that true?

In this episode, Pastor Nathan and Pastor Matt look at:

  • What the actual sources say about Horus
  • How the story of Jesus stands apart from mythology
  • Why these claims often fall apart under scrutiny
  • How Christians can respond with clarity and confidence

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If you could build your church staff using characters from the Bible… who makes the cut?

This week, Pastor Matt and Pastor Nathan go head-to-head in a fantasy church staff draft—selecting biblical characters to fill roles like Lead Pastor, Worship Director, Youth Pastor, and more. It’s fun, slightly ridiculous, and surprisingly insightful.

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Can Christians be close friends with people who don’t share their faith?

In this week’s episode, Pastor Nathan and Pastor Matt explore how Jesus modeled relationships with those outside the faith, and what that means for us today. Is it dangerous to surround yourself with non-believers? Or is that exactly what we’re called to do?

We dive into practical and biblical guidance on:

  • The difference between influence and co...
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Worship music is powerful—it moves us, brings us to tears, and helps us connect with God. But is that genuine worship, or are we just responding to the music itself?

In this episode, Pastor Nathan is joined by special guest Alexis Webb, Worship Director at Discovery Fellowship Church, to discuss:

  • What emotional manipulation actually is—and how to recognize it.
  • How music naturally affects emotions and why that’s not a...
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This week, due to technical difficulties, we’re revisiting one of our most thought-provoking discussions—the story of Noah’s Ark.

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt tackle some big questions:

  • Was the flood global or local?
  • What do historical and scientific records say about a massive flood?
  • How should Christians interpret the Noah story?
  • What does this story teach us about God’s judgment and grace?

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Fasting is one of the least practiced spiritual disciplines today—but it was a key part of Jesus’ life and the early church. So why have so many modern Christians neglected it?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt discuss:

  • Why fasting isn’t just about food—it’s about focus.
  • How biblical fasting can help us grow closer to God.
  • Different types of fasting and how to get started.
  • What it means to be ‘salt and light’ in...
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Prayer is one of the most important parts of a Christian’s life—but have we been approaching it the wrong way?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt dive into what prayer is really meant to be and how we can move beyond a checklist of requests into a meaningful, daily connection with God.

Topics include:

  • What it means to pray without ceasing.
  • How to shift from “God, help me” prayers to deeper spiritual growth.
  • Why p...
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This week, I’ve been stuck in bed with a fever that won’t quit, so instead of a new episode, we’re bringing back a classic conversation that’s worth another listen.

In this episode, Greg Stier from Dare 2 Share Ministries joins us to talk about:

  • How to share the gospel with confidence.
  • Why most Christians struggle with evangelism (and how to fix it).
  • Practical tips for starting meaningful conversations about Jesus.
  • How...
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Romans 13 tells us to submit to governing authorities—but does that mean blind obedience? What happens when a government is corrupt, unjust, or asks us to do something against our faith?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt explore:

  • Biblical examples of civil disobedience (Daniel, Shadrach/Meshach/Abednego, the apostles in Acts).
  • Where submission ends and resistance begins—the difference between unjust policies a...
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We’ve all heard it: "A good Christian reads the Bible every day." But is this expectation biblical or just a modern pressure?

In this episode, Pastors Nathan and Matt unpack the history, benefits, and dangers of daily Bible reading habits. They explore whether missing a day makes you a failure, how early Christians engaged with Scripture, and alternative ways to grow spiritually without guilt or burnout.

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