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Truth + Fire: The Podcast

Truth + Fire: The Podcast

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Truth + Fire: The Podcast picks up where Truth + Fire, the blog, leaves off. As it continues to explore faith and pop culture from a witty, Christian perspective, here we also respond to critiques & critics, answer our readers' most pressing questions, and clarify points made in the blog’s original content.
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In the premiere episode of Season 4, host Veritéetfeu tackles "married single motherhood", a parenting phenomenon where married mothers take on the sole responsibility to care for their children. But is this phenomenon beneficial? More importantly, is it Biblical? RELATED CONTENT FROM TRUTHANDFIRE.COM "It's About Self-Love": The Lie Tia Mowry Keeps…
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The debate over student loan forgiveness has been a surprisingly controversial topic among Americans and Christians-alike. In this episode, host Veritéetfeu picks up where her article "Student Loan Forgiveness: Considerations for Conservative Christians" leaves off to discuss the realities, reactions, and the rhetoric surrounding this topic.…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu draws on the Scriptures and her past experience under a false gospel to explain her take on Kanye West's recent profession of faith. RELATED CONTENT FROM TRUTHANDFIRE.COM Beloved, Do Not Believe Every Spirit: On Signs, Wonders + Spiritual Gifts Blessings and Cursing and the Rise of Cardi B That Ain't the Work of th…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu is joined by a current Sydney resident and sister in Christ to discuss COVID-19 restrictions in Australia and their impact on the Body of Christ in that region. Related Content When Vaccine Mandates Come in Like a Flood... (Blog Post, September 10, 2021) An Appeal to Appeal COVID-19 Church Closures (Blog Post, Marc…
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This weekend marks the one year anniversary since the world stopped, dropped, shut down and closed up shops in response to COVID-19. Today's Relevant Replay "Are We Cowards? Christians + COVID-19 Hugs, Hygiene + Hypocrisy" reminds us where we were this time last year. (This is part three of a three-part series.)…
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This weekend marks the one year anniversary since the world stopped, dropped, shut down and closed up shops in response to COVID-19. Today's Relevant Replay "Are We Cowards? Christians + COVID-19 Hugs, Hygiene + Hypocrisy" reminds us where we were this time last year. (This is part two of a three-part series.)…
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On today’s episode, host Veritéetfeu discusses Tom Buck’s "Jezebel" tweet and when/if using the term is ever necessary or beneficial. *This episode contains infrequent use of mild to moderate language. Listener discretion is advised.* Related Content from Truth + Fire God Trumps Man: Why Biden-Harris are Perfect for the Church (January 31, 2021) Ch…
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In the first episode of the new year (and the first installment of the Writer's Block Series), host Veritéetfeu shares her personal dating woes and offers an empirical and Biblical analysis for why they exist. Related Content from truthandfire.com Christians, Like Christ, We Marry for Keeps (BUT): On Divorce, Remarriage & the Gospel - February 2, 2…
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Host Veritéetfeu revisits the topic of abortion, this time analyzing whether the issue is becoming a political snare for the Church. Is abortion a voting bloc or ultimately our stumbling block? Could "Abortion is Murder!" be our "Black Lives Matter!"? Related Content from Truth + Fire "Then the Lord Called to the Man...'Where are You?'": Men on Abo…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu discusses how Christian suicide undermines Scripture and ways Believers tempted to despair may find hope in Jesus Christ. Related Content from Truth + Fire Thoughts About Suicide... Thoughts About Suicide + the Bible Thoughts About Suicide + Mental Illness Thoughts About Suicide + Repentance Thoughts About Suicide …
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#KamalaHarris is energizing quite a few “minority” intersections within the electorate as #JoeBiden’s VP pick. She’s a woman and an HBCU graduate (Howard University). She’s also “Black” (Jamaican), “Asian” (Indian) and “Greek”...and by “Greek”, I mean she’s a member of a Greek-lettered organization. In addition to the ethnic and educational diversi…
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Host Veritéetfeu discusses civil rights activist Shaun King’s recent call to remove all depictions of “white Jesus” and why she's seriously thinking about revoking her own "Black Card". Related content from truthandfire.com Christianity: The White Man's Religion or Nah? (April 2016) "Black Lives Matter! Wait...Where is the Church?" (June 2020)…
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While reflecting on the Black Lives Matter movement, host Veritéetfeu works through a few unrefined thoughts to and about the Black community, the Church + the Police. Related Content from Truth + Fire The Great Awokening: On Black Panther, Black Identity + The Black Christian (February 20, 2018) What the Church Must Do to Address #ChurchToo (Novem…
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With her usual fiery wit, host Veritéetfeu examines the independent investigation into Heather and Cornelius Lindsey (The Gathering Oasis Church). Is this investigation Biblical? Will it truly yield justice? Tune in now to hear her findings. Relevant Content from Truth + Fire The Grade + Knowledge of Heather Lindsey (Blog: March 15, 2018) Social Ju…
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In light of recent allegations against Heather and Cornelius Lindsey, today's episode is a relevant replay of a fan favorite from Truth + Fire: The Podcast Season 1: Pastors, Podcasters and Pulpit Pimpettes. While we disagree with the manner in which these recent allegations are being exposed and the way in which the investigation is being conducte…
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In this episode of Truth + Fire: The Podcast, host Veritéetfeu revisits The End is Near: 5 Things You Need to Know about the Rapture, a Truth + Fire blog post from 2016 which challenges five popular beliefs concerning the return of Jesus Christ. RELATED CONTENT S1E1: A Lil' Bit of Eschatology (Podcast Episode, March 1 2019) The End is Near: 5 Thing…
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Host Veritéetfeu and mental health advocate Stephen Swinson discuss mental health and share practical tips and Biblical wisdom for maintaining your peace and mental well-being in the midst of COVID-19. Related Content Thoughts About Suicide + Mental Illness (Blog Post, December 3, 2019) An Appeal to Appeal COVID-19 Church Closures (Blog Post, March…
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Are we cowards? In this three-part special, we’re talking about the Christian response to COVID-19. Declared a global pandemic, COVID-19 has impacted political, social and economic practices around the world. But how has it impacted the Church? And, most importantly, has the Christian response been Christ-like? In Part 3, host Veritéetfeu examines …
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Are we cowards? In this three-part special, we’re talking about the Christian response to COVID-19. Declared a global pandemic, COVID-19 has impacted political, social and economic practices around the world. But how has it impacted the Church? And, most importantly, has the Christian response been Christ-like? In Part 2, we examine new social and …
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Are we cowards? In this three-part special, we’re talking about the Christian response to COVID-19. Declared a global pandemic, COVID-19 has impacted political, social and economic practices around the world. But how has it impacted the Church? And, most importantly, has the Christian response been Christ-like? In Part 1, we take a look at COVID-19…
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The second season of Truth + Fire: The Podcast returns with a candid discussion on fitness and nutrition from a Biblical perspective. Tune in as host Veritéetfeu and certified personal trainer and nutritionist Brittney Fairley encourage Believers in their fitness goals for the glory of God. *To access free resources from Brittney Fairley or to inqu…
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In the Season 1 finale of Truth + Fire: The Podcast, host Veritéetfeu responds to reader questions about her testimony and treats listeners to a story time about "That One Time a Female "pastor" from TN Tried to De-platform Me from Instagram". It's the longest episode of the season, yet one of the most revealing. RELATED CONTENT FROM TRUTH + FIRE "…
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***REPLAY. Originally aired July 6, 2019*** Christians aren't called to "date" as the world does. But does that mean we're to avoid the world's tools and resources for finding a mate? In this episode host Veriteetfeu is joined by guest Zaina K., a single Christian woman presently exploring online dating. In this candid chat the ladies share their p…
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Women may not be pastors. That's a clear directive for Church order in the Scriptures (1 Timothy 3; 2 Timothy 2:12-14; 1 Corinthians 14:33-39). But can women handle matters of faith outside the church? In this episode, host Veritéetfeu examines the role of Christian women in the public square, including her own work as a female Christian blogger. R…
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Host Veritéetfeu tests the claims of a revival coming to/ currently taking place in America and provides a reluctant update on “Kanye's Kristianity”.-----RELATED CONTENT FROM TRUTHANDFIRE.COME17: Kanye's Kristianity (Truth + Fire: The Podcast)CLIP SOURCES[awheel3]. (2019, November 2). "Kanye West - Spontaneous Worship + Altar Call @ Sunday Service,…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu draws on the Scriptures and her past experience under a false gospel to explain her take on Kanye West's recent profession of faith. RELATED CONTENT FROM TRUTHANDFIRE.COM Beloved, Do Not Believe Every Spirit: On Signs, Wonders + Spiritual Gifts Blessings and Cursing and the Rise of Cardi B That Ain't the Work of th…
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Submission is a highly controversial concept in our culture, and, as of late, this topic has also been hotly debated amongst professing Christians. But what is submission, exactly? Is it something only wives should do? What does it look like in a marriage, on the job or in other facets of life and faith? In this episode host Veritéetfeu explores th…
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REPLAY: Originally aired March 2019 In recent months, there has been an undeniable trend in Christians renouncing their membership in historically Black greek letter organizations. From YouTube testimonies to social media posts to personal blogs, Believers in Christ who once belonged to some of the most revered organizations in the world are public…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu discusses Jackie Hill Perry’s recent affirmation of Jenn Johnson and Christine Caine (false teachers) and examines Perry's justification for this controversial move. Related Content from Truth + Fire (truthandfire.com) Bye..Jackie? Beloved, Do Not Believe Every Spirit: On Signs, Wonders + Spiritual Gifts For Colore…
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In this episode, host Veritéetfeu discusses the concept of apostasy, or what the Scriptures call “falling away” (2 Thess. 2:1-3). What does it mean to fall away? Are there any initial signs of apostasy, and are some Believers more prone to fall away than others? Related Content at truthandfire.com Can You be Separated from God's Love? YEP! Self-Che…
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Unless he's "pro-choice", the male perspective is often dismissed in abortion discourse. In this episode, we share the candid thoughts and abortion experiences of four men. Related Content from truthandfire.com "Then the Lord Called to the Man...'Where are You?'": Men on Abortion Pro-Life, Pro-Logic: Thoughts on Abortion E10: Pro-Life, Pro-Logic: M…
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As far as many "modern" witches are concerned, "WITCH" stands for "Woman in Total Control of Herself". Yet, according to the Scriptures, a better acronym would be "Woman Ignoring the Truth and Condemned to Hell" (unless she repents). Tune in for the 7th installment of Truth + Fire: The Podcast as host Veritéetfeu discusses the rise in witches and w…
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Christians aren't called to "date" as the world does. But does that mean we're to avoid the world's tools and resources for finding a mate? In this episode host Veriteetfeu is joined by guest Zaina K., a single Christian woman presently exploring online dating. In this candid chat the ladies share their personal convictions and experiences with onl…
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Submission is a highly controversial concept in our culture, and, as of late, this topic has also been hotly debated amongst professing Christians. But what is submission, exactly? Is it something only wives should do? What does it look like in a marriage, on the job or in other facets of life and faith? In this episode host Veritéetfeu explores th…
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In response to Meagan Good's recent commentary on her "not so positive" experience with "church folk" host Veritéetfeu explores the concept of "church hurt" - what it is, what it isn't, and whether Meagan and others hurt by "church folk" are justified in loving the church "from a distance". Related Content at TRUTHANDFIRE.COM Why the Church Ain't N…
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Picking up where her recent article Pro-Life, Pro-Logic: Thoughts on Abortion leaves off, host Veritéetfeu recaps a few of her thoughts on the fierce pro-choice/pro-life debate, discusses the real possibility of the Supreme Court overruling Roe v Wade, and she asks where, in the midst of everything, does the Gospel stand. Related and Referenced Art…
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In this continuation of episode 8, host Veritéetfeu responds to reader feedback on a myriad of topics. This episode includes commentary on pastor Michael Todd of Transformation Church, the Catholic Bible and more. Related content from truthandfire.com Why I Renounced My Letters in AKA: Guest Feature Something in the Milk Ain't Clean: 8 Preachers to…
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In the first of a two-part episode, host Veriteetfeu responds to recent reader comments and questions. This installment includes commentary on her previous articles on female pastor Real Talk Kim + recording artist Lecrae. Related Posts at truthandfire.com Something in the Milk Ain't Clean: 8 Preachers to Avoid in 2018 We Just Lost One: Bye Lecrae…
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As far as many "modern" witches are concerned, "WITCH" stands for "Woman in Total Control of Herself". Yet, according to the Scriptures, a better acronym would be "Woman Ignoring the Truth and Condemned to Hell" (unless she repents). Tune in for the 7th installment of Truth + Fire: The Podcast as host Veritéetfeu discusses the rise in witches and w…
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In our sixth episode of Truth + Fire: The Podcast, we're discussing the life, legacy and death of fallen rapper Nipsey Hussle. More specifically, host Veritéetfeu offers Scripturally-based commentary on the world's categorization of Hussle as a "good man", his depiction as divine and their emphatic determination that he's earned an eternity in a "b…
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In recent months, there has been an undeniable trend in Christians renouncing their membership in historically Black greek letter organizations. From YouTube testimonies to social media posts to personal blogs, Believers in Christ who once belonged to some of the most revered organizations in the world are publicly denouncing their greek affiliatio…
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After recent, repeated and blatant instances of endorsing and partnering with false teachers of the Scriptures, famed pastor and best-selling author Francis Chan has come under much scrutiny and rebuke by many in the Body of Christ. In this week's episode, Veritéetfeu humbly shares a sober and biblical analysis of Chan's curious behavior and echoes…
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In honor of Women's History Month, host Veritéetfeu discusses the role of women in ministry and sheds light on what Scripture permits and prohibits of women in the local church. A few Truth + Fire articles that will help you follow her commentary include: "No. Women May NOT be Pastors: Where's the Lie?" "The Grace + Knowledge of Heather Lindsey" "N…
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In this special edition of Truth + Fire: The Podcast we hone in on the Gospel, which simply means "the good news". But why is it "good news"? Listen in then feel free to share this episode with any and all who may also have an ear. Related episode content from truthandfire.com Why "Natural" is not Always "Normal" Before God Ummm...That Ain't in My …
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In this inaugural episode of Truth + Fire: The Podcast, host Veritéetfeu (very-tay-eh-foh) explores a little bit of eschatology - nothing too fancy, nothing too deep. As she encourages listeners to study this area of God's counsel for themselves, Veritéetfeu presents and defends her own position in the pre-tribulation vs. post-tribulation debate. C…
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