Sipping Saints

What are your thoughts on Christians drinking alcohol? Are we really told to drink alcohol in the Bible? It's time to revisit this discussion which never seems to get settled in Christian circles - and we give the Sipping Saints view! Gin: Barr Hill Gin

We are kicking off a new season of Sipping Saints with a brand new guest....Jeremy Diaz! What's really different about Gen Zs and how can the church impact their young lives? We also discuss how Steve Jobs had an impact on the Zs. Bourbon: 10 Year Henry McKenna Bottled-in-Bond

If Inigo Montoya was present today, I think he would have joined us. We take a look at what it means to defend the Bible and discuss a short Andy Stanley talk to get things going. Plus, we a returning guest joins us in the Lion's Den and we choke down some more Wisconsin Bourbon (we'll be returning to Kentucky!!).

We know the 'John 3:16' evangelist types on the corner may not be the best outreach but it seems like Christians are sharing their faith less and less. Do more people view that as the role of the church? And we taste a Brandy from Driftless Glen for a change.

Welcome to 2023 as Jay and Brian tackle the hard questions surrounding the Ten Commandments and the Israelite nation they were written to. What's the relevancy for us? We make a commitment to our listeners to be better prepared!! Plus, the Calumet Farms 8 year is served...

Are fewer people identifying as Christians or is this a battle as Christians leave the faith? And the whiskey we're tasting is the Iowa Legendary Rye!

Where are the angels in our lives? And, do our loved ones that passed have an interest in our lives other than wanting us to know Jesus? It seems there are a lot of questions around these topics and we try the award winning Park West Rendezvous Rye!!

It's taken a couple years, but we tackle the big climate questions and discuss the state of the disastrous flood of 2300 B.C. 

Jay and Brian have been away for a few months celebrating family milestones but jump back in with the recent decision to overturn Roe vs Wade. Is the church dogma on this topic correct? And Jay digs in and tackles it with a cake analogy....wow! 

Today it seems that some churches and pastors would rather have the message be about them, rather than the gospel. From witches in the church to vaccines, we discuss some churches that seem to be getting it wrong! And, it's March Madness, so various Jay predictions are laid out here.

Was Matthias a long shot to be the 12th apostle? And other interesting ways that the Jewish and Gentile people worked to figure out God's direction for their life. Pastor Scott joins Jay and Brian in the Lion's Den and an Iowa Rye is on the board!

There seems to be a shift happening in churches, moving away from a focus on Jesus. Do church goers have more fear of the culture than they do Jesus? And, we find out why our first show of 2022 was delayed... 

We are excited to bring you our final episode of 2021 and looking forward to 2022! What was your favorite episode and should the Saints add video in 2022??!!

Confusing times here in America as the number of people identifying themselves through a Christian affiliation dwindles and why pastors may shoulder part of that blame. Plus we review Iron Fish Bourbon from Michigan.

The time has come for Jay and Brian to talk joint care for Christians...no, not those joints! And, they are joined by a special guest from the Golden State who has special insight!!

It's our final discussion on the intriguing CT podcast on The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill as we discuss church leadership and keeping Jesus the focus. With our special guest Brian Schatz, who has been called to be in church leadership for many years now and has navigated similar situations in various churches.

Jay and Brian discuss the importance of cultural relevance in the church and when it may go too far. Plus they talk Field of Dreams and the cultural relevance of baseball! And they have a few sips of David Nicholson 1843 Bourbon while discussing this Mars Hill movement.

Jay and Brian discuss the ugliness of church and review the CT podcast discussing the rise and fall of Mars Hill Church. Here it ends up being less and less about Jesus and more about one person. Plus, Bookers is on the tasting menu - and it is not your grandfather's Jim Beam!

Seems like Christians have a problem taking advantage of other Christians and so we discuss the mistakes that were made with a recent Chicago Cubs player and his wife. And, we taste Basil Hayden's!!

Christian music seems to be either loved or hated and we discuss whether or not there may be more of a financial interest in labeling yourself as a 'Christian Artist'. Along those same lines of things that are over-hyped, we also sample some 10 year Whistle Pig!

What does it mean to observe the Sabbath? And should we?? We are joined by a special guest from the Heart of Texas that has thoughts on this topic!

Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be radical in your giving? Jay and Brian welcome Andy Dewitt to discuss his view on radical giving and what the bible has to say about generosity. Check out Andy's book here: https://tinyurl.com/radicalgiving

There's a new name for the Sipping Saints recording studio and we talk about Christian appropriateness for entertainment!

In this episode, Gin is the drink of choice and it's basketball, tribes, and Daniel!

Coming off a week where NASA successfully put a rover on Mars, how do we as Christians address life outside Earth. Plus, a local bourbon is rated and it's tough to take!

The Bible talks a lot about obeying your government leaders, so is that all you need to know? Plus, can MLB get their TV deals figured out and it turns out there is a bourbon we may not like.

We get started with our first topic in 2021 and discuss who's side God is on in sports and how do you interpret Ephesians 5? Is it Relative? We ask the question and are back with our favorite distiller, High West!

It was a year filled with discussions of church, Wuhan, Bourbon, ink, and wrath. All the more reason to hear what you may have missed in 2020!

We explore the topic of Justification from Romans. And Jay brings the big guns for the discussion!

How should Christians be thinking about interacting on social media today? Is it corrupting or does it advance Christ's message? And we talk about some New Riff!

How do we understand the wrath of God and what it means to us today? And what was Paul referring to? Plus, we discuss the jackalope and its' role in Norwegian Gin!

It's a broad topic, but deciding if a tattoo is right for you is personal but is it biblical? Leviticus has something to say about that and we bring it into the 21st century!

We talk about the ways that money and wealth are spoken of in the Bible and the dangers of prosperity gospels today. Plus we are sipping one of our favorite bourbons from the high country of Park City!

Here we are with part two of our discussion on marriage, divorce and remarriage. Is there one biblical reference that covers all? There could be! And, we head down a Rabbit Hole again, in a couple of ways!

This has been a long time coming and the first part of a two part discussion on an important topic! Plus, it's a great follow up from the last episode on understanding the 'F' Word. Not to mention we had Gin to our tasting menu, so worth a listen.

It's time to have a discussion about the 'F'word and we welcome the bright and talented Tess to join us and let us know her thoughts on this controversial topic. Plus, we go offsite for our first discussion on the road.

Jay and Brian look to the Old Testament and talk about why God needed to deliver a King to his people. And, how our need for a King today may be even greater!

Jay and Brian discuss the ongoing virus and the effect on the face to face church as it has been transitioned to virtual church. Plus we are joined by Pastor Matt from Crossroads who provides great insight and works to keep it biblically accurate, which we know is a big job!

The shutdown and pandemic continue and Jay and Brian discuss steps that Churches could take to begin opening up for worship services. Plus, they enjoy some Old Forester 1920 Prohibition bourbon and sign the praises of this straight bourbon!

Should Christians be meeting in small group bible studies and at church during a pandemic? And, what are the impacts of Zoom and Video connections for followers? Plus, we answer listener questions!

Jay and Brian discuss the newest pandemic and what it means to trust in God during these times. Plus, they are joined by a special guest for their first quarantine show. Send your comments and questions to [email protected]!

What are your thoughts on swearing if you're a Christian? Jay and Brian discuss what the Bible has to say about this and we learn what Jay's motivational speeches were like during his college coaching days!

In Episode #2, Jay and Brian discuss what the Bible says about drinking. Never? Or do we have some choices to consider? Plus, Jay challenges some long time beliefs about a certain musician in his latest rabbit hole!

Jay and Brian introduce themselves and talk about the vision for the podcast and what you can expect! Also talk about why preachers should fly on G4s!