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A Lot of Words is a conversational deep-dive podcast hosted by Pastor Brett Schoeneck and Pastor Matt Smith, created for listeners who want biblical clarity applied to real-life questions. Each episode pulls apart the questions people actually ask—not the ones theologians wish people were asking. From tough topics like anxiety, AI, politics, prayer, sexuality, and suffering to practical questions ... more

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Host of the show; Senior Pastor at Barabbas Road Church
Matt Smith
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • A great dialogue on hot topics from the lens of pastors

    This was such a fun platform with a good discourse on topics with Evangelical Christian pastors that want to be able to have an open dialogue about things like AI, Bible reading, end times, it’s been really fun to listen to.

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    I have been waiting for matt to do this for awhile. Thanks!

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How Do I Know God’s Will? Signs, Peace & Decisions
Q: What should I do when faced with a big decision and I want to know God's will?
Clarify that God has given real freedom within a decreed plan, use Scriptural wisdom, and act with trust that God works all things for good; don't wait for a sign as proof but move forward in wisdom while praying for understanding.
Is Modern Israel Really God’s Chosen Nation?
Q: Is the modern state of Israel prophetic in biblical prophecy?
The speakers argue that while Israel's existence is historically and theologically significant, it is not prophetic in itself; it may align with prophetic patterns, but the state of Israel is not the fulfillment of biblical promises—the church remains the primary spiritual entity until future events unfold.
Is Modern Israel Really God’s Chosen Nation?
Q: What is dispensationalism, and what does it teach about Israel?
Dispensationalism is a framework that sees the Bible as organizing God's plan into distinct economies or paradigms, with the church distinct from Israel and salvation through Christ in all eras; Israel's promises are not fulfilled through the church but are expected to be fulfilled in a future national context.
Can You Lose Your Salvation? The Truth Christians Avoid
Q: What evidences should I look for to know I truly believed in Jesus in the past?
Look for present trust in Christ and perseverance in faith as evidence that the past belief was real; the continuation of faith, not merely memories of a past experience, confirms genuine salvation.
Can You Lose Your Salvation? The Truth Christians Avoid
Q: If someone comes to you and says, I don't feel saved, how do I know that I'm actually saved?
Address the distinction between subjective feelings and the forensic reality of justification; explain that salvation is a decree of righteousness grounded in Christ, not a feeling, and that ongoing faith in Christ demonstrates genuine belief.

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A conversational, pastor-led show that tackles tough questions at the intersection of faith, culture, and everyday life. Across episodes, hosts dissect topics like gender and sexuality through a biblical lens, explore how politics and public life relate to Christian faith, and evaluate wellness practices, worship, prayer, and church life with pastoral candor and theological clarity. The tone blends serious theology with accessible, sometimes humorous dialogue, inviting listeners to think critically about how to follow Jesus in a noisy world. Noteworthy is its explicit focus on answering listeners' real questions rather than theoretical debates, plus a willingness to address contemporary topics (AI, politics, culture) from a scriptural frame... more

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