This creative Podcast uses an imaginary coffeehouse as the setting to talk about the issues facing our day. The Truth Barista is Pastor Jay Christianson, who is fluent in the Hebrew Traditions of the Bible and uses his knowledge to bring clear insights to bear upon the issues that define our day. The Podcast is humorous yet clearly instructive as The Truth Barista and Amazing Larry (Larry Kutzler) tackle the tough issues facing Christians today.
Jay and Larry continue their discussion about Marxism and the Bible. How is Critical Theory just repackaged as Marxism? Who are the major groups today that are pushing Marxism? Should Christians supp…
The terms Marxist and Marxism are being thrown around a lot in our culture today. Sad to say, Marxism influences many Christians and ministries, even though Marxism rejects God and His Word. So, what…
The Subdue and Rule Mandate God placed within humanity at creation (Genesis 1:28) drives individuals’ effort to control the world around them. This affects all human institutions. Jay the Truth Baris…
Every human being has an inborn desire to rule the world. Well, their personal worlds. This comes from the Subdue and Rule Mandate God placed within humanity at creation (Genesis 1:28). Find out why …
Is Christianity a peaceful faith? What about Jesus’ statement, “Don’t assume that I came to bring peace on the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword.” (Matthew 10:34)? Is this a justifica…
Politics. YUCK! You’d be surprised how many Christians not only dislike politics, but say we shouldn’t be involved with that ugly process. But Jay the Truth Barista begs to differ. Christians must be…
Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry continue their discussion on civil disobedience and the Bible. Is it Biblical to disobey government authorities? If so, then when and how?
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Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry continue their study of obedience to God. In this podcast they discuss the place of civil disobedience in light of God’s Word.
Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry continue their study of obedience to God. What happens when God’s commands clash with human authorities? Peter and John (Acts 4) are the prime examples as they…
God demands obedience. It’s not an option. But what happens when our obedience to God clashes with obedience to human authorities? How should Christians respond? The Bible has much to teach us!
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Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry discuss a disturbing poll which reveals 30% of Evangelical Christians do not believe Jesus is God. Is that biblical? Why is that such a big deal? Can you be a …
Binding and Loosing is a very curious phrase Jesus used in Matthew 16:19 and 18:18. What this phrase meant in Jesus’ day and how He used it is discussed in this episode. Is it about casting out demon…
What’s with all the statue destruction going on today? Is it simply an act of rage against history or is there a much deeper spiritual meaning? Jay the Truth Barista takes on a very controversial top…
Amazing Larry bombards the Truth Barista with questions about Christian culture and what it truly means to be “radical” for Jesus! Join in the fun at the Ersatz Coffee Shop as Jay the Truth Barista g…
Our special guest at the Ersatz Coffee Shop is Shawn Morrision, Founder and Executive Director of Good in the ‘Hood. Good in the ‘Hood is dedicated to changing lives together with simple acts of kind…
With the recent wave of civil unrest justified by claims of racism, people are being challenged to show their support for groups such as Black Lives Matter. The news has been filled with pictures of …
Dr. Cheryl Hauer shares an amazing message about how we are in a spiritual battle during this COVID-19 pandemic and the “toxic psychological disaster” pressures that infect us as well. Her message br…
Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry continue their discussion about race and racism. In this episode, the guys talk about DIVISION, where it came from and how it affects the race issue. What fuel…
Jay the Truth Barista and Amazing Larry tackle the subjects of race and racism! Racism is being thrown around today, sometimes in very unkind and untrue ways. So, what is race? What is racism? Where …
Anxiety has been a major problem for humanity since the Garden of Eden rebellion. What is anxiety? Where does it come from? What is the solution for anxiety? Are Christians immune from anxiety? Only …