PODCAST · religion
Uncut
by Cameron Lienhart, Luke Miller
Two pastors having honest and unscripted conversations about faith, ministry, and life issues.
Episodes
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Sabbath: Didn't Jesus do away with the Sabbath?
Didn't Jesus just do away with the sabbath? This week we discuss if observing the sabbath is for the the christian believer today. Click here to watch a video of this episode. (00:00) - Introduction to Sabbath (01:17) - The Debate on Sabbath Observance (21:41) - Practicing Sabbath in Modern Life...
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Sabbath: Why is there so much resistance to sabbath?
Why is there so much resistance to the practice of sabbath even from Christians? Why is it so hard to practice? This week Pastors Cameron and Luke discuss what has made sabbath become such a foreign thing to many christians. (00:00) - (00:00) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (05:29) - The Challenge...
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Sabbath: How we have misunderstood Jesus
Sabbath, an outdated practice for the ultra conservative? A thing Jesus did away with? This episode Cameron and Luke unpack how sabbath may be just what we have been looking for. (00:00) - Introduction (04:28) - Introducing the Sabbath Series (05:48) - Understanding Sabbath's Importance (08:14) -...
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Fasting & Prayer: Why we struggle to pray
Luke and Cameron continue their discussion on prayer and fasting. (00:00) - Introduction (01:51) - Fasting vs. Abstaining (05:26) - The Importance of Corporate Fasting (16:36) - Unity in Prayer and Fasting (24:21) - The Nature of God's Will (37:09) - The Dynamics of Prayer (45:10) - Conclusion…
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Biblical Fasting: What it is & How to do it
Fasting. Something christians should be doing or not? Is it a relic of Bible times or a lost practice we need to recover today. Cameron and Luke discuss both the theology and practice of fasting and prayer. (00:09) - Introduction to the Uncut Podcast (00:29) - The Journey of Prayer (08:10) -...
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Is the most important thing church growth?
Pastor Cameron and Luke discuss the details of their decision to go back to one single Sunday service after only a year of doing services. Click here to watch a video of this episode. (00:00) - Introduction (12:29) - Pursuing God's Presence (41:34) - The Shift to One Service (54:17) - The...
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God’s presence: What Happens When God is in the Room?
Isn’t God already here? What are we talking about with wanting God’s presence? This episode pastor Cameron and Luke reflect on what what that means and theology behind that language. (00:00) - introduction (05:47) - The Nature of God's Presence (11:26) - Omnipresence vs. Tangible Presence (18:54)…
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The Face of God: What does it mean to seek it?
God doesn’t have a face does he? What does it mean to seek him? This theological reflection leads deeper into what it means to follow after God. (00:26) - Introduction to the Podcast (02:05) - Church Merchandise and Ideas (02:59) - Seeking God's Face: An Introduction (05:19) - Understanding...
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Reflections: A Theology of Space & Other Lessons
Pastor Cameron and Luke reflect on 2024. There were a lot of changes and ministry shifts over the year. They reflect on what they have learned, and how that impacts how they think about the future. (00:00) - Introduction (04:28) - Service Expansion Insights (06:12) - Capacity Conversations…
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Advent - Embracing Unexpected Gifts
What happens when things don't work out? What happens when the promises of God feel delayed? Join us this episode as we reflect on our own experiences in waiting for God and receiving unexpected gifts from God. (00:00) - Intro (03:40) - Personal Experiences of Waiting (13:44) - Letting Go of...
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Advent - Why do we have to wait on God?
What do we do when God is seemingly have us wait? Christmas is really all about waiting. This episode Cameron and Luke reflect on the theology of Advent and what it looks like to wait for God even when it's difficult. (00:00) - Intro (01:55) - The Advent Season (07:01) - The Waiting Game (12:00)…
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Healthy Marriages - Creating Deeper Connection
Your marriage is the most important relationship you have, but how do you build it into a healthy relationship. Without intentionality we don't drift closer. This episode Pastor Cameron and Luke discuss rituals for connection and a deeper marriage. (00:00) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (01:02) -...
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Healthy Marriages: Patterns that of Disconnection
Your marriage is one of your most important relationships. It's easy to slip into patterns that slowly tear down rather than build up. In this episode pastor Cameron and Luke discuss 4 patterns that cause serious trouble in your marriage. (00:00) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (11:05) - Patterns…
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Creating a Healthy Sex Life Inside Your Marriage
The movies make it look easy and the Church doesn't talk about it. Sex is one of the most intimate and complicated pieces of a marriage relationship. Pastor Cameron and Luke dive into the topic of sex within marriage and try to offer advice and insight from a biblical and practical perspective....
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Sex & biblical Marriage
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Cameron and Pastor Luke talk about the significance of sex within the context of the biblical covenant. Sex is more than just something we do with our bodies. It has a huge impact on the health of a marriage, but can be so hard to navigate. In this...
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Marriage - What is a covenant anyways?
The Nature of Covenant in Christian Marriage In this episode, Pastor Cameron and Pastor Luke discuss the importance of understanding marriage as a covenant rather than a contract. They explore biblical examples of covenants, the impact of upbringing on relationships, and how covenantal marriage...
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Politics & Pulpits: What should pastors preach on?
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Cameron discuss their sermon series on faith and politics, highlighting the challenges of polarization and the need for nuanced dialogue. They emphasize the importance of consistency in ethical beliefs and the influence of biblical teachings…
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Church Money: Where does the money go?
Join Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron in this episode of the Uncut Podcast as we discuss the financial dynamics of churches. We explore the perception of churches as businesses, dissecting budget allocations for personnel, facilities, missions, and programs. Emphasizing the importance of…
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Behind the Pulpit: What goes into preparing a sermon
Join pastors Luke and Cameron on the Uncut Podcast as they discuss managing ministry challenges like preaching multiple services on Sundays, self-care, and sermon preparation. They emphasize the importance of balancing personal well-being with pastoral duties and the dedication needed to deliver...
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Obstacles in Marriage: Identifying and Overcoming Relational Hurdles
In this episode of the Uncut podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron discuss marriage, drawing from personal experiences. They emphasize the importance of open communication, addressing issues like finances, roles, and unspoken expectations that can lead to resentment. The conversation critiques...
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Apostles & Elders - Making Sense of Church Leadership in the Bible
Join Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron in the Uncut Podcast as they sip on drinks and engage in unfiltered discussions about faith, life, and ministry. Their conversation revolves around tying Wednesday night classes to Sunday sermons on Ephesians, navigating the challenge of covering profound…
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Loving Jesus but Hating the Church: Is the Church Important or Necessary?
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, we explored various aspects of faith, church, and theology. We emphasized the importance of the church community, dispelled misconceptions about Catholic practices, and delved into the study of ecclesiology. Our conversation spanned topics such as Christian...
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Tyranny of the Urgent: Fighting for Spiritual Health
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron share their insights from attending a pastors and church leaders conference. They discuss the significance of prioritizing what is truly important over urgent matters, emphasizing the importance of personal holiness and rest in...
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Predestination: What is it & how do we understand it?
In this episode, we discuss concerns and benefits of artificial intelligence, its role in content creation, and our use of AI tools in podcast production. We also analyze theological debates on predestination and free will, emphasizing the complexity within Christian theology. Additionally, we...
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Preachers & Fashion: How much should a pastor spend on clothes?
Should a pastor wear expensive clothes on stage? Famous pastors have been called out for wearing single articles of clothing that total up into the thousands of dollars. Pastor Cameron and Pastor Luke reflect on this phenomena and if this is something we should be decrying pastors for. Text in...
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Reasons for Having Two Sunday Services
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, we delve into the topic of adding a second service to the church, exploring the implications and considerations involved in such a significant change. Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron engage in a candid conversation about the transition from one service to two,...
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Why Our Church Does Liturgy?
Join Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron on the Uncut Podcast as they discuss the significance of liturgy in Christian worship. They highlight how liturgy brings order, structure, and communal participation to services, conveying theological truths and bridging denominational boundaries. Emphasizing…
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Let's Talk About the God Bless the USA Bible
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron engage in a candid discussion about the controversial "God Bless the USA Bible" endorsed by former President Trump and singer Lee Greenwood. The podcast hosts delve into the implications and issues surrounding this unique Bible,...
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Defining Emotional Health in Leadership
On the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron deep dive into emotional health's crucial role in church leadership. They challenge the traditional link between emotional struggles and moral failures, advocating for a more nuanced perspective. Highlighting the impact of historical shifts in...
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Emotional Health & Leadership
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron have an unscripted conversation about emotional health, inspired by a recent online discussion on the topic. They delve into the idea that emotions are messengers of relational needs, emphasizing the importance of recognizing…
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Do Unto The Least of These...
Are christians doing something wrong when they show love but don't preach the Gospel? This week Cameron and Luke respond to a real life question they get on a regular basis. Shouldn't we do more than just feed people? They explore the objections that people often have to compassion ministries…
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What is biblical worship?
Hymns or Praise songs? Church's have debated over worship probably more than any other thing. But is there a biblical key to understanding what right worship is? should we only sing certain styles? Or does just anything go? It's a total free for all? This week pastor Cameron and Luke discuss the...
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Does Jesus Get Us?
In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron dissect the controversial He Gets Us Super Bowl commercials. They analyze the depiction of feet washing in the commercials and its connection to sensitive topics like abortion and LGBTQ+ issues. The pastors evaluate the backlash...
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What People Ask When Picking a Church
Have the things that people have considered important when picking a church changed over time? This week Cameron and Luke discuss how the hot topics have shifted over the decades. Spurred by a post they saw online they wanted to use it as a leaping off point to discuss how church has changed and...
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The Church needs to Rethink Discipleship
What did Jesus mean when He said that His disciples need to pick up their cross and follow Him? Did he simply mean go to church on Sunday? Has the way the church taught people to follow Christ lacking? This week Cameron and Luke explore topics related to discipleship how the church may need to...
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Dealing with the Stress of Ministry
This week Cameron and Luke answer a few questions from listeners. First up they discuss a question from their last episode about demonic possession. They take a few moments to discuss christian unity. Then they respond to a series of questions related to handling the stress of pastoral ministry....
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Can Christians Be Possessed?
Welcome back! After a hiatus over the holidays Luke and Cameron are back at the Mics. This week they catch up on a few things about the coming year before diving into talking about the question, "Can Christians be Demon Possessed?" Cameron and Luke both share some of their personal experiences…
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What We Learned After a Year of Podcasting
We did it! The Uncut Podcast made it through one year! This episode we reflect on what we have learned in that year and what we hope to see in the future with the podcast. Thank you all for your faithful listening and contributing to the conversation. We look forward to what's in store next....
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Every Christian Should Read These Books...
What books other than the Bible should we be reading? Pastor Luke and Cameron give some of their best recommended readings and why they think they are so important. Here is a list of the books we mention:...
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Gluttony, The Body, and Sin
Is obesity a sin? What exactly is gluttony and how do we use it as a model for how we address sin? This week Cam and Luke react to a video where someone claims that obesity is a sin. You can see that video here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxVsIxTLb8V/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (00:05) -...
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Does God Have a Calling on Your Life?
Are you called by God? Are you called into ministry? Is the only calling there is for full-time ministry or does God have a calling for all people? This week we talk about God's calling on people's lives and what that looks like. We weigh the different elements of calling and examine which ones…
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Preaching Romans and the Call to Ministry
This week we talk about our experiences in preaching and how it affects our understanding of scripture. We finish with talking about the call into ministry. (00:00) - Introduction and absence from recording for three weeks (02:18) - Preaching through the Book of Romans (05:41) - The value of...
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Responding to Deconstruction
Cameron and Luke take time to respond to several comments and messages from their last podcast episode. Those questions cover things like the role of faith, miracles, and oversimplifying deconstruction. They talk about some things they are learning about deconstruction and try to respond well to...
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What's Behind People Deconstructing Faith?
Deconstruction is a big buzz word, but why does it seem like everyone is doing it? Are there patterns as to why people deconstruct their faith? Are there even some reasonable reasons why they start deconstructing? Cameron and Luke dive into the big reasons people deconstruct and how there needs…
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Andy Stanley, Homosexuality, and A Pastoral Response
This week, we pick up our conversation from last week. How should Christians and churches strive to honor God but also love others? We talk about church discipline and the difficulty of integrating that into church life. (00:08) - Introduction and Recap of Last Week's Conversation (02:44)…
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Israel - A Theological and Pastoral Response | Bonus Episode
The world is reeling as war has broken out between Israel and the Gaza Strip. Everyone has a hot take and is rushing to pick sides. In this bonus episode of the uncut podcast, Cameron and Luke offer both a pastoral and theological response to current events. The Bible informs us how we see...
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Unpacking Andy Stanley, Albert Mohler & The Unconditional Conference
Andy Stanley and Alber Mohler. Over the course of the last few weeks, the controversy surrounding Andy Stanley's decision to host the Unconditional Conference has drawn severe criticism. With many taking sides, the conversation about biblical adherence and pastoral wisdom has taken center stage....
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How to Grow Spiritually Part 2
This week, we follow up on our last episode and dig into how someone grows spiritually. Too often, the impact of community or the benefit of contemplative spirituality is overlooked. Cameron and Luke dig into why these areas are sometimes ignored. Community can come with its challenges, but…
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How Do You Grow Spiritually?
How do you actually grow as a follower of Jesus? What if some of the most common ways Christian growth is discussed falls short. Cameron and Luke talk about what it looks like to actually grow in spiritual maturity. Too often, the spiritual life is reduced to knowledge only. This week's…
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When Is It Okay To Leave a Church?
When is it time to walk out the door of a church? What are legitimate reasons to consider finding another church? This week, Cameron and Luke discuss reasons someone might leave a church and what it is like from the pastor's perspective. In a world of consumerism, how do we avoid bringing that…
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Two pastors having honest and unscripted conversations about faith, ministry, and life issues.
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