In this episode of The Pirate Preacher, two lubbers linger outside the Nassau jail, gossiping about the Pirate Preacher’s sermon, Healing and Rising from Davy Jones. Delivered to prisoners behind bars, the sermon stirs plenty of salty critiques from the pair, who jest about the Pirate Preacher’s metaphors and his nautical spin on scripture. Their banter is sharp but not without humor, reflecting the familiar back-pew commentary. Yet, as the echoes of the jailhouse message reach them, even these lubbers find themselves reflecting on its hope-filled conclusion. Sometimes, even the hardest hearts catch a glimmer of grace.
In this episode we explore the miraculous healings of Jesus, from restoring sight to raising the dead. Join us as we consider the compassion and humor in Jesus' interactions with those in need of healing—the faith of those He healed, and the increasing crescendo of His resurrection power. With scripture cited, this conversation presents moments of light-hearted banter with timeless spiritual truths. "Here's ter spit in yer eye, mate!"
Key topics covered: faith, healing, resurrection, Jesus’ miracles, hope, humor, society, christian, culture, inspiring stories, spiritual truths, biblical reflection, compassion, and life lessons.
Sermon Source Material: The Progression of Jesus' Miracles: From Healing to Victory Over Death
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.