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Where The Battle Runs Thick

by Gabriel Hudelson

All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Jesus Christ. It's time for Christians to start acting like it. Conservatism is not enough, and this podcast isn't embarrassed to admit it.Gabriel Hudelson brings the Bible to the battlefield of American politics and culture, building a comprehensive Christian approach to hot-button issues without succumbing to the tribal polarization so common in public discourse today. Even the mightiest of nations must kiss the Son.https://gabrielhudelson.com

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 16: The Webbon/Wilson Foodfight

    Joel Webbon launches a hit piece against Doug Wilson… and Moscow responds very childishly. Also, more thoughts on manly courage. https://x.com/gabrielhudelson https://youtube.com/@gabriel_hudelson http://gabrielhudelson.com

  2. Ep. 15: The Cost of Courage

    Islam is a growing threat to the West, but it is just one of many. There is a deeper rot that leaves us vulnerable to the predations of all sorts of conquerors- We are a nation of cowards. https://x.com/gabrielhudelson https://youtube.com/@gabriel_hudelson http://gabrielhudelson.com

  3. Ep. 14: Crazy Candace

    First off, some updates on the status of the podcast. Then, we discuss one of the fatal flaws in the arguments of the polygamists. Finally, we take a look at Candace Owens, the preliminary trials for Tyler Robertson, and how Christians should process all of the conspiracy theories swirling around...

  4. Ep. 13: Bathsheba, Tucker, and Talking Like Adults

    Was Bathsheba an innocent victim? Tucker Carlson wouldn't use lethal force against a 14-year-old... even to save his kids? Is the marriage bed a joy or an obligation? This one's gonna be spicy. Join me for the livestream every Tuesday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson...

  5. Ep. 12: Interracial Marriage, Church Invasion, the Morality of Beauty

    Corey Mahler goes viral for saying that beauty is morally salient… but does he have a point? Allie Beth Stuckey says diversity isn’t necessary- but isn’t diversity our strength? Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson.com...

  6. Ep. 11: He Came Out as Trans… On the 10th Date

    We spend some time addressing transgender ideology. We talk about egalitarianism and patriarchy and the odd fact that they seem to live within different realities. We discuss how to talk about the Jews. And we get ready for a Merry Christmas! Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ:...

  7. Ep. 10: The Lost Christian Art of Brawling

    It's time to revive the art of the Christian beat-down. We ask the question- what would it look like to really be against abuse? We look at the pressing need to keep a timer on your Twitter… and more! Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson...

  8. Ep. 9: The Fake and Gay Foodfight

    A career criminal sets a woman on fire on a Chicago train. When will the madness stop? Also, Christians are yelling at each other online again… What do we do about it? Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson https://youtube.com/@gabriel_hudelson...

  9. Ep. 8: Polygamy, the N-word, and the Sins of Wives

    Christians are arguing about polygamy. Again. Courage sometimes means that you say what you are being told not to say. Other times, it means you don't say what you are being told to say. We get Biblically specific about the particular sins of wives. And we ask- is American culture something worth...

  10. Ep. 7: DEBATE DEBRIEF, Lady Influencers, No Enemies To The Right..?

    Thoughts on my recent debate with Andrew Wilson; we talk about Allie Beth Stuckey Derangement Syndrome; should we have no enemies on the right? Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson https://youtube.com/@gabriel_hudelson http://gabrielhudelson.com

  11. Ep. 6: Man SAVES Woman- Charged With ASSAULT, Witches Leading Worship

    A Good Samaritan noticed a phone-zoned woman walking directly in front of an oncoming vehicle, he pulled her out of the path of danger, and now he faces charges for sexual assault, because he did not first ask for her consent. How should Christian men function in this crazy world? An SBC church...

  12. Ep. 5: Republican Idolatry, Bible on Slavery, Ladies’ Bible Studies

    Why are Republicans celebrating Diwali? Is marriage a good antidote to pornography usage? Is it biblical for ladies to do their own Bible study? We address these topics and more on this episode! Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson...

  13. Ep. 4: Republican Group Chat Leak, the Allie Beth Stuckey Controversy, Understanding Sex Biblically

    Today, we discuss God's design for the glorious gift of the marriage bed. We look at a Christian response to the leaked young Republican group chat. We talk about the viral video of the young man delivering a knockout punch on a train. And address the controversy over Allie Beth Stuckey and…

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  14. SERMON: Building in a Time of War

    In times like ours, full of uncertainty, upheaval, and even violence, what is a Christian to do? In this Sunday sermon, recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church, we draw critical lessons for our time from the first four chapters of Nehemiah. http://gabrielhudelson.com

  15. Ep. 3: Political Violence, Bible vs. Psychobabble, Redpill Poison

    Today, we look at whether or not we are living in a particularly dangerous time; we address the redpill perspective on sex; we give some Christian principles for assessing conspiracy theories- and more! Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5 PM AZ: https://x.com/gabrielhudelson...

  16. Ep. 2: Christian Violence, Netflix Implodes, Protective Patriarchy

    Today, we discuss my controversial comments about “not letting my wife go out alone;” we talk about my new favorite advocate for Protestantism- the Pope!- we discuss Netflix’s downward spiral, and we consider a Christian view of violence and justice. Join me for the livestream every Thursday at 5...

  17. Ep. 1: Jezebel Curses Charlie, “Heads of State” Movie Review, Black Culture

    Welcome to Where The Battle Runs Thick, with Gabriel Hudelson. Today, we discuss Charlie Kirk's legacy, we look at Jezebel magazine's witchcraft-fueled assault on Charlie Kirk, we address Brian Sauve's viral comments about "black culture", and we review the Amazon original film “Heads of State.”...

  18. Charlie Kirk and Iryna Zarutska

    The last week has been an infuriating whirlwind of heartbreaking news. What are Christians supposed to do about it? Can we be angry? Are we supposed to forgive? And if we are angry, what do we do with that emotion? https://gabrielhudelson.com

  19. THE DANCE, Ep. 2 - Our Love Story, Pt. 2 - Courtship, Engagement, and Marriage

    Today is the second in a series of podcasts where I sit down with my wife to discuss our relationship, lessons we have learned, and a large variety of topics that face our culture today. You will hear stories of joy and victory and raw accounts of regret and repentance. We will be talking about...

  20. THE DANCE, Ep. 1 - Our Love Story

    Today begins a series of podcasts where I sit down with my wife to discuss our relationship, lessons we have learned, and a large variety of topics that face our culture today. You will hear stories of joy and victory and raw accounts of regret and repentance. We will be talking about patriarchy...

  21. For the Kingdom

    What does it mean to live a life that has been well spent? An exposition of the end of Colossians chapter 1. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  22. Charlize Theron and Sexual Satisfaction

    Charlize Theron brags about her promiscuity, and presents a vision of sexual satisfaction that won’t satisfy in the end. http://www.gabrielhudelson.com

  23. Do Jews, Christians, and Muslims worship the same God?

    An important answer to a popular question- are we all on the same team or not?!? http://gabrielhudelson.com

  24. Should Christians Want Power?

    Are wealth and power good things for Christians to desire? Or are they corrupting agents to be avoided? Here are six points to ponder when it comes to the topic of Christians and influence. http://gabrielhudelson.com

  25. Why We Shouldn’t “Preserve White America”

    What does the Bible say about immigration, race, and national unity? http://gabrielhudelson.com

  26. All Things in Christ

    You’re gonna be a lot more excited about your inheritance if you understand just how rich your Benefactor really is. An exposition of Colossians 1:13-22. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  27. Roots and Fruits

    Continuing our trip through Colossians, we discuss the power and importance of prayer, the gifted nature of Christian victory, and the kinds of fruits that life in Christ produces. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  28. Legalism and First Love

    There are a lot of issues that we can and should talk about. But if we talk about them so much that our first love fades into the background, we need to repent. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  29. SUPERMOM

    Mother’s Day meditations on feminism, femininity, and what it means to be a Super Mom. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  30. Natural Affections and White Supremacy

    What does the Bible have to say about races, nations, and preserving one’s own skin color? Thoughts from the recent debate between Corey Mahler and Samuel Sey. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  31. Hear, Preach, Do

    Too often we try to manufacture fruit when we should instead be sowing seed. An exposition of the beginning of the book of Colossians. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  32. To Young White Incels

    What does Jesus have to offer to a nation of broken young men? From the blog at http://gabrielhudelson.com.

  33. Premarital Counseling?

    Today I’m reading a post from my blog at http://gabrielhudelson.com.

  34. People Don’t Rise From The Dead

    On Resurrection Sunday, we take a look at how the resurrection of Jesus should influence our apologetics, and how it should change our lives. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  35. Austin Metcalf and Forgiveness

    What does Christian forgiveness look like in the face of tragedy? As we celebrate Palm Sunday, we look to Scripture to examine how we should understand this critical topic. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  36. Kill Agag

    Thoughts on pride, gratitude, and the need to tremble at the Word of God. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  37. Peace, Love, and War

    We say goodbye to 1 Peter and meditate on the parting thoughts that the book has for us. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  38. Don’t Get Eaten

    We take a look at three components of the Christian’s warrior worldview. There’s a war on, brothers and sisters. Suit up. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  39. How To Get Smashed By God

    Peter gives us three directions in which to practice humility, and a powerful warning against the alternative. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  40. Exercising Oversight

    The elders of the church are supposed to actively oversee the flock. What does that look like? Peter gives some very practical tips. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://legacybaptist.com http://gabrielhudelson.com

  41. The Fiery Ordeal

    Peter spends more time talking about suffering than we might wish. But what is God doing in the crucible? Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com http://legacybaptist.com

  42. Allie Stuckey, Isabel Brown, and Insidious Feminism

    Does feminism being anything good to the table that Christian conservatives need to be careful to protect? We connect the dots between common conservative talking points and their logical conclusions on the feministic far left. Links to referenced content: Isabel Brown feminism debate:...

  43. Driving Your Daddy’s Stingray

    We begin with some thoughts on apologetics and debate; then we continue our march through 1 Peter by looking at God’s plan for the gifts that He gives us. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com http://legacybaptist.com

  44. Above All

    Of all the things that the apostle Peter could choose to highlight as the most important assignment for Christians… What does he pick? Also, some brief commentary on the recent revelations about Elon Musk and Patriarchy Hannah. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com...

  45. Game Face

    What does it take to cease from sin? Is suffering actually simmering we should embrace? We continue through 1 Peter and look at leaving the world behind and pursuing the will of God. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com http://legacybaptist.com

  46. The Spirits Now in Prison

    Today we tackle one of the most confusing sections of the book of 1 Peter. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com http://legacybaptist.com

  47. Is Mockery a Christian Virtue?

    Peter tells us what kind of answer we should give for the hope that lies within us. We explore the Christian rhetorical toolbox, and respond to some hot-button issues along the way. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. http://gabrielhudelson.com http://legacybaptist.com

  48. The Shoulders of The Lion

    What is the steel in the spine of the Christian? What gives us the courage to stand against persecution and ridicule? And what should that do for our testimony? We continue through 1 Peter chapter 3 and ponder the luminous nature of righteousness under fire. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist…

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  49. Femme Fatale

    CONTENT WARNING: this episode addresses adult topics. In this special episode of Where The Battle Runs Thick, we discuss biblical principles and strategies for dealing with sexual temptation. Please forgive the audio quality; given the subject matter, it was not delivered in the usual...

  50. How to Stop the Wildfires

    When disaster strikes, what should be our first resort? As Los Angeles burns, we as Christians need to be prepared to speak to the calamity in Biblical terms. Recorded live at Legacy Baptist Church. https://gabrielhudelson.com https://legacybaptist.com

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All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Jesus Christ. It's time for Christians to start acting like it. Conservatism is not enough, and this podcast isn't embarrassed to admit it.Gabriel Hudelson brings the Bible to the battlefield of American politics and culture, building a comprehensive Christian approach to hot-button issues without succumbing to the tribal polarization so common in public discourse today. Even the mightiest of nations must kiss the Son.https://gabrielhudelson.com

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