Jude 3 Project

What does it mean to be Black and evangelical?

Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Vincent Bacote to explore the history, tensions, and contributions of Black evangelicals in America. From the legacy of leaders like John Perkins and Tom Skinner to the ongoing challenges of faith, belonging, and justice, this conversation uncovers a story that is often overlooked but deeply important.

They discuss:
• The origins of the Black and Evangelical documentary
• How the meaning of "evangelical" has changed over time
• The unique experience of Black evangelicals in predominantly white spaces
• Why faith must connect belief with action
• Lessons from church history that still matter today

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In this episode, host Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Esau McCaulley to unpack the tension people feel around Paul’s writings on slavery, gender, sexuality, and biblical authority — while confronting the ways Scripture has been misused throughout history.

Is Jesus the loving Savior while Paul is the strict legalist? Dr. McCaulley breaks down the distinct cultural contexts of Jesus's and Paul's ministries to explain why their approaches and audiences were so different.

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In this powerful conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. JP Foster to unpack the pain, distortion, and truth surrounding faith in the Black community. From the slave Bible to Christian nationalism to deconstruction to liberation, this episode explores how the gospel was misused—and how Jesus still brings freedom, dignity, and hope.

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What does the Bible really say about women in leadership? 

In this episode, Lisa Fields and Preston Sprinkle go beyond the usual talking points and actually wrestle with the text — context, language, and all. From Old Testament prophets and the cultural backdrop of the early church to New Testament witnesses and the meaning behind key Greek words, this conversation breaks down why some verses aren’t as simple as they seem — and why that matters for how we understand leadership today.

This isn’t about avoiding hard Scriptures. It’s about engaging them honestly without preconceived notions.

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Teens are spending hours on their phones… but what if that time actually led them to Scripture?

On this episode, Pastor Stan Williams shares how his app Biblez is turning screen time into discipleship - helping students read more, stay consistent, and even want to engage with the Bible.

Watch now and discover how the next generation can be drawn back to the Word.

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Is God male?
Did we misunderstand the story of Jesus’ birth?
And how does this shape how we view women, humanity, and the image of God?

In this eye-opening conversation, Lisa Fields sits down with Amy Peeler to unpack one of the most debated — and often misunderstood — topics in Christianity: the gender of God and the virgin birth.

This episode tackles the questions many are afraid to ask:

• Is God male...or something beyond gender?
• Have we unknowingly sexualized the story of Mary and Jesus?
• How does Christianity differ from other ancient religious stories?
• What does the incarnation actually reveal about God’s nature?
• And why this conversation matters for how we view women, power, and identity today

If you’ve ever wrestled with how to explain the virgin birth or the language we use for God… this is the conversation you need.

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Many believers say alcohol is fine as long as you’re not getting drunk. But what happens when it slowly becomes your way of coping with stress, anxiety, or pain?

In this episode, Ericka Andersen shares how she struggled with alcohol for nearly 20 years while still active in church—and the moment she realized something had to change.

They further unpack:
• The hidden drinking struggles many Christians face
• When alcohol becomes a coping mechanism
• Why conviction around drinking looks different for everyone
• The role of community in breaking addiction

This is an honest conversation about faith, freedom, and confronting the habits we often hide.

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Are angels still at work today—or have we misunderstood the unseen realm?

In this episode, Lisa Fields sits down with Dr. Dan Morrison to unpack what the Bible actually says about angels, demons, spiritual warfare, and the unseen realm in the New Testament. From Paul’s angelic encounters to modern conversations about deliverance, renouncing, and spiritual experiences, this discussion brings balance to a topic often filled with fear and hype.

They explore:

• Why Scripture shows angels most often appearing in moments of isolation.
• How culture has overemphasized the demonic.
• Why a "demon under every rock" mentality can sometimes be a way to avoid personal responsibility and human agency.
• If “renouncing” things is actually biblical.
• Why spiritual maturity isn’t measured by supernatural fascination—but by Christlike love, responsibility, and community.
• Common misconceptions about the end times, Revelation, and the tendency to center modern events (especially in America) in apocalyptic interpretations.

If you’re tired of sensationalized takes on the unseen realm and want a balanced, Scripture-rooted perspective, this conversation is for you!

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In a world dominated by social media scrolls and "therapy talk," how do we find authentic spiritual formation? In this episode of the Jude 3 Project Podcast, host Lisa Fields sits down with author and speaker Elizabeth Woodson to discuss her latest book, Habits of Resistance.

Together, they dive deep into the "false narratives" that steal our peace - from the trap of radical individualism to the escapism of binge-watching. Elizabeth shares how we can reclaim ancient spiritual disciplines like fasting and lament to navigate life's "bitter and sweet" seasons.

In This Episode:

• Spiritual Formation vs. Social Media: How memes are shaping our character more than Scripture.
• The Loneliness Epidemic: Why "ghosting" and isolation are replacing deep, communal relationships.
• Navigating Disappointment: What to do when the life you have isn't the life you hoped for.
• AI & Connection: How real-world relationships act as a resistance against digital dependency.

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In this lecture from Jude 3 Project's 2022 Pastors & Leaders Conference, Alycia Wood walks through nine of the most common reasons people walk away from Christianity — from science, “blind faith” and moral issues to the problem of evil, church hurt, and the perception that religion is irrational or outdated.

This isn’t about attacking atheists. It’s about understanding the questions behind the deconstruction—and learning how to engage them with clarity, compassion, and intellectual honesty.

We explore:
• Has science replaced God?
• Is morality possible without a Creator?
• Are atrocities proof religion is the problem?
• Is faith blind—or evidence-based?
• What does atheism actually offer in place of Christianity?

If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt…
If someone you love has left the faith…
If you’ve been told Christianity is for “irrational thinkers”…

This conversation is for you.

Christianity doesn’t fear hard questions. It invites them.

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