Best Jake Doberenz Podcasts (2025)

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The Uncomfortable Truth About Doing Business as a Christian Creator w/ Jake Doberenz, Podcast Producer 49:05

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Torn between marketing your work because you know it's valuable, and feeling judged because it's not specifically "ministry?" In this honest and insightful conversation, Jake Doberenz—writer, podcast producer, and founder of Theophany Media—joins Allen C. Paul to unpack what it really means to promote your work with purpose and integrity. You’ll di…

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Jesus Centered Life, Not Left or Right: Christianity without Compromise with Jake Doberenz 53:16

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When Christians step into politics, how much compromise comes with the territory? Can we preach about loving enemies on Sunday while voting to bomb them on Tuesday? Jake Doberenz, host of Christianity Without Compromise and author of the Smashing Idols newsletter, joins us to explore what happens when believers trade the cross for a ballot, and cal…

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The Myth of Good Christian Parenting - Kelsey Kramer McGinnis & Marissa Franks Burt 52:39

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The Bible isn’t exactly a Christian parenting book, despite what some popular books might suggest. Kelsey Kramer McGinnis, musicologist and journalist, and Marissa Franks Burt, novelist and theological educator, are on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to dissect the common myths behind Christian parenting advice. They explore…

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How to Stay Focused (and avoid distractions) as a Christian Creator 12:11

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Feeling like you have too much on your plate, yet nothing impactful is happening? This feeling of overwhelm is common among faith-conscious creators who want to make a lasting impact on the world and their industries, yet feel like they are spread too thin to make a difference. In this Creator Checkup excerpt, we'll explore how keeping your mind fi…

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Judas the OG Christian Nationalist: Why Imposters Are Worse Than Opponents with Domenic Scarcella 59:45

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What if Judas wasn’t just a betrayer, but the first to politicize Jesus? Judas’s story exposes a much older problem: the temptation to make Jesus “fit” the system. Domenic Scarcella (author of the book and Substack Good Neighbor, Bad Citizen) returns to argue that Judas tried to make the Messiah more respectable to rulers, trading costly faithfulne…

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Christian Media Can’t Replace the Bible - Craig Dehut 38:26

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Short-form sermon clips, podcasts, and documentaries are more accessible than ever—but what happens when Christians consume media about the Bible instead of the Bible itself? Craig Dehut, cinematographer, editor, and co-founder of Appian Media, is on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to discuss how digital content should suppl…

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Ministry Misfits Episode 175:Worship Wars - Kingdom on the Road looks at II Samuel 6 57:36

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Jump in to the first half of the latest Kingdom on the Road broadcast where Andrew, Joe, and Ant take a look at II Samuel 6, and discuss not only the passage, but the way the church to day approaches worship both within its own walls and how we look at others worship expressions as well. For more information on Ministry Misfits visit www.ministrymi…

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Should Christians Ever Kill? - Ft. Jason Porterfield and Cody Cook 1:05:19

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Violence has become an assumed option for many Christians in war, politics, and even personal safety. But that wasn’t always the case. Christianity Without Compromise host Jake Doberenz chats with Jason Porterfield, Christian peacemaker and author of Fight Like Jesus, and Cody Cook, theologian and author of Anarchist Anabaptist, for a live roundtab…

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3 Myths About Their Calling that Christian Creators Keep Falling For 13:47

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Does this describe you? You're got a God-given talent or ability, but you find yourself frustrated and unsure if you're pursuing it correctly. It leads you to feeling stuck, confused and feeling unfulfilled, as if you missed the boat on God's blessing on your creative life. If that's you, you might be falling for one of three common myths that Chri…

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Hell Obsession in American Christianity - Caleb S. Davis 49:51

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Why are American Christians so obsessed with Hell? Caleb S. Davis, founder of the Simply Love Jesus ministry, is on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to discuss the American Church’s fixation on hell. In this episode, Caleb shares the math he did while writing his first book that sparked a theological deep-dive: only 10% of Je…

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Ministry Misfits Episode 174: Loving Your Neighbor with Stefon Napier 1:29:02

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Stefon Napier is back with us this week to talk about how the greatest response to Christian Nationalism, is loving our neighbors. Join Andrew and Stefon as they look at what Christian Nationalism is, what it teaches, how we see people responding, and why many peoples response is too much and too late. Listen as they expose the real problem with Ch…

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The Hidden Danger of Selling Half a Million Books with David Gregory, Best-Selling Author 57:11

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What would you do if you achieved your greatest creative goal, only to struggle to experience that level of success again? If you've ever wondered how to handle sudden success, but keep your faith when you don't see that success sustained, this is the episode you need to hear. Best-selling author David Gregory saw his book, "Dinner with a Perfect S…

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The lowLIFE Interviews: When You Look at God's Plan with Mick Wienholt 1:15:28

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In this powerful episode of The lowLIFE Show, host DL welcomes Mick Wienholt, survivor and host of the "When You Look" podcast. Mick shares his extraordinary journey from rebellion to redemption, including his near-death experience in an avalanche at age 19 and how God sent a stranger named Steve to save his life. The conversation takes a profound …

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How Christians Misunderstand Sin and Miss the Gospel - Matt Van Winkle 40:34

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Most Christians think they understand sin—but the way we preach, teach, and convert says otherwise. Matt Van Winkle, minister and scholar with a Doctor of Ministry from Northern Seminary, is on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to expose how flattening sin into nothing more than moral failure has distorted the gospel and resha…

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Ministry Misfits Episode 173: Jeremiah and Jesus - a Pastor Reacts Special 1:37:38

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We had a special Pastor Reacts stream this past week where Joe Dea and Andrew looked at the connections between the Prophet Jeremiah and Jesus. We also spent some time looking at the importance of understanding the Old Testament, even if it seems impossible… For the blog mentioned in this episode: https://www.ministrymisfits.com/post/who-do-you-say…

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What Christian Creators Are Really Afraid Of 14:18

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Every creative has felt that moment—the blank page, the failed project, or the post that never caught on—when fear creeps in and whispers, “What if I’m really not meant to do this?” For Christian creators, that fear can run even deeper, making you question about your faith, calling, and worth. In this episode of The God and Gigs Show, Allen C. Paul…

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Charlie Kirk and the Cross: Little Charlies or Little Jesuses? 1:20:38

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Is political loyalty pulling our hearts away from Jesus? Craig speaks with Brian Drinkwine, a pastor and church planter who’s seen both the beauty and the brokenness of the American church. After one of Brian’s posts about Charlie Kirk’s death went viral, he found himself in the middle of a national conversation about faith, politics, and misplaced…

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Why Christians Shouldn’t Be Politically Neutral - Trey Ferguson 39:40

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Centrism sounds safe—but it may be the most dangerous position of all. On this episode of Christianity Without Compromise, Trey Ferguson, minister and writer, joins Jake Doberenz to challenge the idea that Christians can or should stay neutral in a politically polarized world. Ferguson critiques the popular instinct to “reject both sides,” arguing …

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Ministry Misfits Episode 172: Messiah in Media with Thoughts From A Bearded Geek 1:52:01

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How Podcast Guesting Helps You Fulfill Your Purpose w/ Alex Sanfilippo, Founder of Podmatch 44:47

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Are you struggling to find the right people to share your message with - people who actually want to learn from you and become life-long fans and supporters? Being a guest on the right podcasts can make all that happen - but it starts with learning what you need to do to find these podcasts, and more importantly, become someone who instantly provid…

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Creating A Healthy Church - Ft. David Ruybalid, Traci Rhoades, Scot Loyd, and Christy Lynne Wood 1:04:43

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Big budgets, charismatic leaders, and polished worship can hide deep dysfunction. In this roundtable episode, four past guests return to Christianity Without Compromise to ask what’s gone so wrong in today’s churches—and what true spiritual health might look like. Christy Lynne Wood, author and ex-Gothardite, shares how toxic religion led her to fi…

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Ministry Misfits Episode 171: Politics v Faith - a pastor reacts special 1:10:12

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This week, Joe Dea and I spent some time breaking down the difference between Politics and Faith, how easy it is to slip into political idolatry, why so many Christians are politically burnt out, how to break free from the political trap, and how the Church needs to get back to Love of God and Love of Neighbor… For more from Joe Dea: https://www.kf…

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Identity or Idol? The Important Choice Every Christian Creator Must Make w/ Gail Saintil, GodArts 39:11

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Is your creative identity firmly rooted in your relationship with God? Or are you in danger of putting all of your trust in your talent instead of Him? In this conversation with Gail Saintil, founder of God Arts, we explore the struggle every Christian creator faces: how to honor God with our gifts without letting them define us. 🎨 Topics we cover:…

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Women, Scripture & the Church: Half the Image of God with Matt Mouzakis of Expendition 44 1:13:54

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Matt Mouzakis returns to the podcast to wrestle with one of the most debated questions in the church: What does Scripture really say about women in ministry? From Genesis to Paul’s letters, we unpack how mistranslations, cultural assumptions, and bad theology have sidelined half the Body of Christ for centuries. Was Eve really just Adam’s “rib”? Di…

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Why Hate Won’t Stop Christian Nationalism - Caleb E. Campbell 39:09

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Christians must love their enemies—even the ones that are political extremists. Caleb E. Campbell, pastor and author of Disarming Leviathan, joins Christianity Without Compromise hosted by Jake Doberenz to explore a more faithful way: loving those caught in Christian nationalism. Drawing on his own story of being discipled into and out of a white s…

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Defeat Distraction! How To Make ADHD a Powerful Creative Asset w/ Cindy Baker, Coach 48:50

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Is your struggle to stay focused a curse - or a blessing in disguise? It's all too common for creative personalities to be disorganized, highly distracted, and unable to follow through with daily responsibilities. However, that does not mean that all creators are doomed to distraction. In this episode, ADHD coach Cindy Baker will show you how the w…

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Faithfulness Won’t Always Save You From Suffering - Lara Silverman 38:09

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Sometimes we play by the rules, follow God, and still lose everything we hold dear. Lara Silverman, lawyer-turned-comedian, joins host Jake Doberenz on Christianity Without Compromise to wrestle with the uncomfortable reality that doing all the “right” Christian things doesn’t guarantee a pain-free life. After developing a rare neurological illness…

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Ministry Misfits Episode 169: Lake Sounds to Relax to… 45:00

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A lot has happened over the past week all over the world. Times and seasons are changing, and many people are struggling with how to respond. This past Friday, instead of our typical KFM Broadcast of Kingdom on the Road, the KFM team decided to do something different. We hosted a quieter livestream in the kayak on the lake, to allow for people to h…

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Was Tabitha Brown Right? Creators, Steady Jobs and When You Should Pivot 18:27

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The internet is abuzz about influencer Tabitha Brown's assertion that some creators need to get a 'real job' and stop chasing ineffective business ideas. Was she right? Should creators willingly give up their dreams and settle for traditional careers? We discussed this on one of our recent Creator Checkup livestreams, and the answer isn't as simple…

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A Christian Response to Violence [BONUS]- Ft. Joash P. Thomas, Malcolm Foley, Natalie Drew, Nathan Perrin, and Joshua Schuettenhelm 1:06:58

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In this BONUS episode, recorded live, five past guests of Christianity Without Compromise join host Jake Doberenz to talk about the Christian response to violent current events, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk, school shootings, ICE deportations, and attacks against marginalized communities. This raw, honest reflection includes Rev. Dr.…

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Christians, Libertarians, and Voting: The Golden Rule Test 49:21

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What if stepping into a voting booth is less about freedom and more about forcing your will on your neighbor? Craig sits down with writer Jeb Smith to wrestle with a question many Christians and libertarians rarely stop to ask: Is voting consistent with the values we claim to hold? Jeb, author of Is Libertarianism Consistent with Voting?, argues th…

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When Financial Security Hijacks Trust in God - Mick Wienholt 37:49

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Financial peace, debt-free living, and mortgage freedom are common Christian goals—but they can quietly mask an idolatry of control. In this episode, When You Look podcast host Mick Weinholt joins Christianity Without Compromise to examine how our cultural obsession with “financial freedom” can become a substitute for trusting God. From tithing to …

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Confusion to Clarity: How God Reveals Your Unique Gifting with Heather Day, Author 37:33

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Have you struggled to find just where your gifts fit in the world? Feeling like God gave you a bad deal and you have nothing important to share? Our guest today, Heather Day, knows that feeling. But over time, she discovered that God had the perfect position and message for her to share. As a communications director, author and financial mentor, sh…

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The lowLIFE Interviews: Stumbling After God with Paul Granger 57:22

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In this deeply stirring episode of The lowLIFE Show, Host DL the lowLIFE engages Paul Granger, a faithful listener, seeker, and spiritual explorer, in a candid, Spirit-led conversation about what it truly means to go stumbling after God. With raw honesty and biblical depth, Paul reveals how life's missteps, darker seasons, and unanswered questions …

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Justice and Jesus in a Colonized Church - Joash Thomas 43:27

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Justice isn’t optional in the Christian faith—it’s central. But too often, the Western Church has treated justice as a distraction rather than a demand. Joash Thomas, public theologian and international speaker, is on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to discuss how colonization has shaped the theology and practice of the West…

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The lowLIFE Interviews: Choosing Jesus as a Friend with Jake Thurston 51:15

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In this heartfelt episode of The lowLIFE Show, Host DL the lowLIFE welcomes Jake Thurston, a pastor, author, church planter and advocate for spiritual friendship, to explore what it truly means to choose Jesus as a Friend. Jake brings decades of insight, rooted in his book You Need Friends: Reclaim Your God-Given Design for Community & Remedy Your …

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Why I Attended 3 Conferences in 6 Days (and What I Learned) 16:33

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What does travelling to 3 conferences in one week teach us about achieving our biggest creative dreams? In this inspiring conversation recap from our Friday Creator Checkup disucssion, we'll dive into the one powerful mindset shift you need to make to turn your vision into a reality as a faith focused creator. Want to read our LinkedIn article on t…

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Stateless Psalms: Songs for Liberty with Ancap Tim 53:02

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What happens when a Christian stops voting and starts questioning everything? Craig sits down with musician Ancap Tim to trace his journey from a Republican poster child (yes, he really had George W. Bush on his birthday cake) to a Christian challenging empire through music, faith, and bold conversation. Tim shares how his journey through politics,…

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What Church Practices Are REALLY Teaching - Jake Doberenz 32:43

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Jake Doberenz, host of Christianity Without Compromise, explains how every element of church life—from stage lighting to service structure—communicates theology, often more powerfully than sermons do. Drawing on insights from communication studies and the work of Christian philosopher James K.A. Smith, Jake challenges listeners to audit their own c…

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Pastors React: I Want To Get To Heaven 1:28:07

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The President of the United States went viral this week after making the statement that he wants to get to Heaven. This got the guys of @KFMBroadcasting thinking and they did another Live edition of #PastorReacts discussing the way the church teaches and talks about Heaven, Hell, Salvation, and the Kingdom of God! For more from #pastorreacts and KF…

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From Broadway to God's Way: How To Accept Divine Direction in Your Creative Career w/ Khadijah Rolle 30:12

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Do you feel like your creative dream is experiencing a divine delay? If you've been working faithfully toward a goal, but things keep shifting under your feet, Khadijah Rolle's story will inspire you to stay focused - because God may just be redirecting you into a brand new dream you didn't even see coming. Khadijah Rolle is an actress, writer, pro…

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The lowLIFE Interviews: Prospering in Service with Mista Yu (Audio ONLY) 44:46

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Join Host DL the lowLIFE in this powerful episode of The lowLIFE Show as he sits down for a discussion with Mista Yu, a renaissance man whose life is a living testimony to thriving in humility and in service. From surviving multiple near death experiences and building a blended family with Godly wisdom, to founding the nonprofit "Save The Children …

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Left Out of the Family-Centered Church - Kate Boyd 41:40

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Kate Boyd, author of An Untidy Faith, is on Christianity Without Compromise with host Jake Doberenz to discuss how American churches have idolized the nuclear family. Kate notes the ways churches structure community around life stages, often excluding those who are single, childless, queer, widowed, or otherwise outside the cultural “norm.” Drawing…