EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 42 MIN
Gaming in the Gospel : Q2dm1 The Edge - Episode 003
from Gaming in the Gospel: When one more turn just isn’t enough. · host NEBTHOS
In Episode 3 of Gaming in the Gospel, Dave Wright and David Calvert dive into Chapter 3 of the book, "The Edge," and its deep connection to the classic Quake 2 deathmatch map, Q2DM1. This discussion goes beyond Quake and explores how games, community, and even the simple act of consumption can become "idols" we throw into the void within our souls—a concept rooted in the human desire for connection with God. Listen as they share nostalgic college LAN party stories (including epic Halo sessions and running cables out of dorm windows!) and pivot to a powerful theological analogy. Discover the early influence of the Quake engine on modern FPS titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty, and reflect on hard questions about your spiritual health, happiness, and the things you use to fill that "God-shaped hole." Be sure to check out the book Gaming in the Gospel on Amazon, available on Kindle and as an audiobook! If this episode resonated with you, hit the Like button and share it with a friend who loves gaming and deep conversation! Let us know in the comments: What is the biggest "thing" you've caught yourself throwing into the void recently?#GamingintheGospel #Quake2 #Halo #LANParty #ChristianGaming #TheVoid #FPSHistory #NEBTHOSCast:Dave Wright @nebthos David CalvertProduced by @evanstaehle Audio by Will OliverGitG Intro music by TheMennisSupport NEBTHOSBooks📘 Gaming in the Gospel - https://www.gaminginthegospel.com📗 Sound in the Gospel - https://www.nebthos.com/books/sound-i...📔 Fire Within - https://www.nebthos.com/books/fire-wi...Games🎴 The Secret of John Nebthos Card Game - https://www.thesecretofjohnnebthos.com-Merch & T-Shirts📦 NEBTHOS Shoppe https://shop.nebthos.com/Connect & About NEBTHOS:🌎 https://www.nebthos.com | https://www.nebthos.com/about
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In Episode 3 of Gaming in the Gospel, Dave Wright and David Calvert dive into Chapter 3 of the book, "The Edge," and its deep connection to the classic Quake 2 deathmatch map, Q2DM1. This discussion goes beyond Quake and explores how games, community, and even the simple act of consumption can become "idols" we throw into the void within our souls—a concept rooted in the human desire for connection with God. Listen as they share nostalgic college LAN party stories (including epic Halo sessions and running cables out of dorm windows!) and pivot to a powerful theological analogy. Discover the early influence of the Quake engine on modern FPS titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty, and reflect on hard questions about your spiritual health, happiness, and the things you use to fill that "God-shaped hole." Be sure to check out the book Gaming in the Gospel on Amazon, available on Kindle and as an audiobook! If this episode resonated with you, hit the Like button and share it with a friend who loves gaming and deep conversation! Let us know in the comments: What is the biggest "thing" you've caught yourself throwing into the void recently?#GamingintheGospel #Quake2 #Halo #LANParty #ChristianGaming #TheVoid #FPSHistory #NEBTHOSCast:Dave Wright @nebthos David CalvertProduced by @evanstaehle Audio by Will OliverGitG Intro music by TheMennisSupport NEBTHOSBooks📘 Gaming in the Gospel - https://www.gaminginthegospel.com📗 Sound in the Gospel - https://www.nebthos.com/books/sound-i...📔 Fire Within - https://www.nebthos.com/books/fire-wi...Games🎴 The Secret of John Nebthos Card Game - https://www.thesecretofjohnnebthos.com-Merch & T-Shirts📦 NEBTHOS Shoppe https://shop.nebthos.com/Connect & About NEBTHOS:🌎 https://www.nebthos.com | https://www.nebthos.com/about
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