BLOOM the Podcast
A show dedicated to cultivating biblical discernment and thoughtful reflection across every facet of the Christian journey—from Scripture study and relationships to navigating societal and cultural dynamics, and everything in between. With grace, humility, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we invite you to join us in conversations that seek truth and clarity in all the places the Lord leads us. We hope this show encourages and inspires you along the way.
Episodes
106 episodes
Mini Series E3: Reformation and Counter-Reformation Doctrines That Divided and Defined Christianity
We’re finally back! After a brief detour through my Sunday school session and a wild episode on racism in the church, we’re returning to our series on Reformation and Counter‑Reformation Teachings. In this episode, we turn to a cornerstone of t...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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1:13:25
S4 E17: Racism is still a sin... (Interracial Marriage Debate?)
I never thought I’d be making this video in 2026.... but here we are.In this episode, I felt compelled to call out the behavior and teachings promoted by Joel Webbon in this debate and in his other videos. His stance is biblically out of bo...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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1:14:00
Sunday School with QA - Clarity of Scripture: Session 3
Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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40:55
Sunday School with QA - Clarity of Scripture: Session 2
Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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43:50
Sunday School with QA - Clarity of Scripture: Session 1
Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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44:50
Reformation and Counter-Reformation: Doctrines That Divided and Defined Christianity E2
In the last episode of our mini‑series, we explored the Reformation’s competing ideas about who should read Scripture, what Scripture is, and whether it is clear in itself. We saw a sharp divide between the Protestant conviction that every Chri...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:09:26
Reformation and Counter-Reformation: Doctrines That Divided and Defined Christianity E1
The new Mini Series has officially begun! In this first episode, we lay out the heart behind the project—why staying anchored in the Reformation matters for Believers today, and how this series will equip you with clear, thoughtful apologetic i...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:06:12
S4 E11: Defending Your Faith with Confidence
In this follow-up episode, we respond to viewer comments from our recent critique of the Catholic doctrine on meriting salvation. Join us as we explore key Bible verses that affirm the truth of saving faith and clarify the biblical foundation f...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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57:56
S4 E10: From Debate to Discernment: The Nature of Justification
There’s no better time than Thanksgiving to pause and reflect on the gospel’s enduring truths. In this episode, we dive into a recent debate on the nature of justification between a Protestant and a Roman Catholic. This conversation opens up ri...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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58:58
S4 E9: Dogma and scripture, oh and Mary!
A former Protestant apologist has flipped the script: once a defender of sola scriptura, he now argues that the church’s authority supersedes Scripture. In this episode we watch his video, unpack his central objections to sola scriptura, and tr...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:08:41
Mini Series: The Clarity of Scripture E4 -Church Fathers and the Gift of Scripture
We made it! The Finale of the mini series is here! To round out what we have covered so far, it felt fitting to look at aspects of scripture we take for granted as well as the Church patristic witness to the clarity of Scripture! I hope this se...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:09:11
Mini Series: The Clarity of Scripture E3 - Hermeneutics and Exegesis
Now that we know what scripture is and how it functions all we have left to do is read it! On part 3 of our mini series we will be going through some super important hermeneutical principals that will help us draw out the meanings of scriptures...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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1:15:53
Mini Series: The Clarity of Scripture E2 - What is Scripture? How does it work?
In episode 1 we looked at some objections to the clarity of scripture as well the effectiveness of the spirit in guiding us as well as some other examples of its clarity. Today we double down as we look at what scripture is, how it functions an...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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54:59
Mini Series: The Clarity of Scripture E1 - Intro, objections and Guidance from the Spirit
Welcome to the first episode of our Mini Series on the Clarity of Scripture! We have so much to get to and in this intro episode we go over why this is important, objections to the idea of scripture being clear as well as ideas like the guidanc...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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1:10:44
S4 E4: Social Media Theologians
In this episode, we look at the real challenges of creating meaningful content in a digital landscape overflowing with voices, opinions, and algorithms. With so much already out there, how do we stay faithful, original, and grounded?We will...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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37:35
S4 E3: What have we Learned?! (Debate Review Conclusion)
We’ve spent two episodes unpacking the Cliff/Stuart vs. Orthodox debate—there was a lot said and a lot to take in. In this episode, I want to shift gears and explore how we apply what we've discussed, and why this issue matters so deeply.Cu...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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42:11
S4 E2: Scripture, Sacraments and Authority Claims (Debate Review: Knetchle vs Orthodox) PT.2
On the last episode we dove into this debate and looked at some of the claims made by the EO/Oriental Orthodox. We evaluated some responses and defenses against claims like, universal agreement among church fathers and newness of sacramental be...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:06:53
S4 E1: Gospel Lines, Salvific Sacraments and more! (Debate Review: Knetchle vs Orthodox)
Welcome back everyone! In the first episode of this brand new season we are going to be interacting with Stuart and Cliff Knetchle as they speak with an Oriental/Eastern Orthodox student. Most people who have watched this video believe that the...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:07:43
S3 E10: God letting bad things happen?!?!
Welcome back to your favorited christian talk show! Today we interact with a commenter from a previous episode who says he cant believe in a god that allows bad things to happen. This is a common question and one we all have to deal with on som...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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37:27
S3 E9: Answering YOUR Spicy Questions!
Today we more or less wrap up our spicy questions series and no better way to end our fun time then answering your very own questions! You guys really came through with the heat so I hope you enjoy my answers!
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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43:13
S3 E8: Spicy Questions for the Boys PT.2
And just like that we are back in the hot seat answering/reacting to spicy questions for the boys. This one is no different then the first, so if you enjoy spicy questions and just as spicy takes you will enjoy this episode!
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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47:49
S3 E7: Spicy Questions for the Boys PT.1
We are back with a banger! Today I answer some questions and react to video all about questions girls are too scared to ask us boys! I point out some things that I see and things that are important between the genders as well some harsh r...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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42:02
S3 E6 - Dont Call It a Comeback
I know! Ive been gone for quite some time. My life has turned itself on its head since I uploaded last and in todays episode I plan to give you the cliff notes on what has all gone down and what you can expect from the show moving forward! Afte...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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31:19
S3 E5: Academia Killing the Leadership
Everyone loves to gain knowledge and learn about scripture and other fun topics, but does learning about the bible from the seminary or getting a biblical counseling certificate mean you are more qualified than the next? What does Scriptu...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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42:17
S3 E4: The Worlds Infiltration on Marriage
Marriage is an institution given to us from God to represent his Glory and his union with us. However, we have let our guard down and the world has walked in with ease creating havoc and ruining our view of marriage for, within. Today we break ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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41:05