Latest Schmitt Podcast Episodes
#87 // Should Christians Support Israel? | Is Preston Sprinkle A Heretic?
Optiv Theology Podcast - November 22, 2023 04:04 - 4 hours ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsI (Andy) debated for a couple of weeks on if I should release this episode. For some, it may make you angry (keep it to yourself) and for others, who are insane, it may be enjoyable. If you find yourself getting frustrated - please, pause the podcast and take a break. If you want to know the fin...
#86 // When Should I Leave My Church? (ft. Vince Pierri)
Optiv Theology Podcast - November 16, 2023 23:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsVince and Andy talk about when someone should leave their church. They also discuss the dangers of church hopping. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitte...
Testimony: Chris Dolson
Optiv Theology Podcast - November 09, 2023 06:10 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Andy interviews a pastor from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI, Chris Dolson. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork E...
#32 // Censorship
Dr. Scott Jensen Podcast - November 08, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 67 ratingsIn this episode, Dr. Scott Jensen discusses the perils of censorship - specifically around Big Tech, Big Pharma and Big Government. He shares critical advice on what to do if your censored, harrowing stories of his own experience with censorship, and how to navigate the cultural and political lan...
#31 // Parental Rights
Dr. Scott Jensen Podcast - October 26, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 67 ratingsThe Podcast is back! In this episode, Dr. Scott Jensen talks about the importance of parental rights, how to best advocate for your children, and the encroaching tyranny which seeks to separate parent
Five Lies of Our Anti - Christian Age: Interview with Rosaria Butterfield
Optiv Theology Podcast - October 19, 2023 20:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Andy and Rosaria Butterfield discuss her new book, Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age. They talk about transgenderism, homosexual orientation, and para church organizations. Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnet...
Street Smarts: Interview with Gregory Koukl
Optiv Theology Podcast - October 11, 2023 20:51 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this interview, Andy talks with Gregory Koukl about his new book, Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges. Gregory Koukl is an author and founder of Stand to Reason, an organization that trains Christians to think more clearly about their faith and to m...
#85 // What Is Greed? (ft. Craig Blomberg)
Optiv Theology Podcast - September 29, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Andy interviews Craig Blomberg, a New Testament scholar from Denver Theological Seminary and author of over 30 books including ‘Can We Still Believe The Bible?: An Evangelical Engagement with Contemporary Questions’ and ‘Jesus and the Gospels'. They discuss greed, money, and ido...
#84 // Should I Become A Pastor? (ft. Vince Pierri)
Optiv Theology Podcast - September 23, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsAndy interviews the Senior Pastor at The Bridge Church in Kentucky, Vince Pierre. They talk about what it means to be called into ministry and the responsibilities of a Pastor. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www....
The Discussion with Andy Schmitt
Optiv Theology Podcast - September 06, 2023 18:16 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsHaving truthful, honest, and open discussions has become a lost art in America. In this podcast Andy Schmitt will sitting down with different guests to do just that - have open, honest, and truthful discussions! The Discussion with Andy Schmitt Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: htt...
C.S. Lewis: The Pilgrim's Regress (Plus Bonus Content At The End)
Optiv Theology Podcast - September 01, 2023 18:57 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy break down the plot, purpose, and characters in C.S. Lewis’s first book, The Pilgrims Regress. At the end they discuss the first Republican general debate, foreign policy, and upcoming interviews. I Had A Helicopter Mom, I Found Porn Anyway - The Free Press article Sign up f...
#83 // What Is Anger? (ft. Jill Reasa)
Optiv Theology Podcast - August 29, 2023 21:37 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsJill and Andy discuss what it looks like for Christians to identify anger in their life and how Christians should use or repent of their anger. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow...
#82 // Is Christianity Liberal Or Conservative?
Optiv Theology Podcast - August 04, 2023 13:49 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode Nic and Andy discuss Nic’s article on liberal and conservative Christianity. The Article: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/p/is-true-christianity-liberal-or-conservative Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook...
#81 // What Is Natural Law? (ft. Dr. Samuel Gregg)
Optiv Theology Podcast - July 05, 2023 20:27 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Andy and Nic interview Samuel Gregg. Dr. Samuel Gregg is an affiliate scholar at the Acton Institute, and serves as the Distinguished Fellow in Political Economy and Senior Research Faculty at the American Institute for Economic Research. He has a D.Phil. in moral philosophy an...
Bonus: What’s Up With Optiv Network? (And We Talk About Other Things Too)
Optiv Theology Podcast - June 19, 2023 04:42 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsThis episode is all over the place - if i (Andy) sound tired in the beginning of this episode it’s because I am. We recorded at 6:30am. Anyway, enjoy this episode and if you haven’t already, please go to the new Optiv Network website and read some articles… and sign up for a subscription! Si...
#80 // Did Jesus Descend Into Hell?
Optiv Theology Podcast - June 07, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy discuss the Apostles Creed and other creeds, confessions, and catechisms. They also talk about where Jesus went after he died. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: www.optivnetwork.com/subscribe Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitt...
Testimony: Michael Beresford
Optiv Theology Podcast - May 24, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this podcast, Mike Beresford, executive pastor at High Point Church in Madison, WI shares his testimony on coming to faith in Christ. He talks about his journey to becoming the executive pastor at High Point and working in the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Mike discusses what it was ...
#79 // How Can Christians Turn Their Heart Towards God?
Optiv Theology Podcast - May 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy answer a question from a listener about turning our hearts towards God even when we feel like we don’t want to. Go check out our landing page: www.optivnetwork.com Please leave a 5-star rating and write a review! To join Optiv, email Andy at [email protected] Follow...
Interview: Mike Woodruff
Optiv Theology Podcast - May 10, 2023 15:06 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Nic and Andy interview Mike Woodruff from Christ Church in Illinois. They discuss service, evangelism, futurism, and more. Please leave a 5-star rating and write a review! To join Optiv, email Andy at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
Bonus: Nic Gibson And Andy Schmitt Discuss Why Most People Are Too Stressed To Function, What It Means To Be A Conservative, The Current Political Landscape, And Much More
Optiv Theology Podcast - May 08, 2023 16:46 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this bonus episode, Andy and Nic discuss why most people feel to stressed to function, what is happening in politics, if billionaires should be able to influence elections, and much more! To join Optiv email Andy at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/op...
#78 // What Is Making Me Sin?
Optiv Theology Podcast - April 11, 2023 21:55 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode, Andy and Nic discuss sin nature, devils, demons, and what is responsible for our own sin. To join Optiv email Andy at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at ques...
Bonus: Nashville School Shooting
Optiv Theology Podcast - April 03, 2023 16:21 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn this episode Nic and Andy discuss the tragic Nashville, TN shooting that happened on March 27th. They discuss how christians should respond to this event and others like it. To join Optiv email Andy at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Fo...
#77 // What Does It Mean To Be A Missionary? (ft. Manohar James)
Optiv Theology Podcast - March 31, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsPastor Nic, Andy, and Manohar James discuss missions work and how to spread the gospel. Overland Podcast: https://spotify.link/ZxKrn2lzEyb Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@optivnetwork....
#76 // Should Christians Swear?
Optiv Theology Podcast - March 24, 2023 20:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy talks about speech and language as it relates to Christian life and obedience to Christ. To join Optiv email Andy at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions...
Testimony: Anneliese
Optiv Theology Podcast - February 25, 2023 16:20 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsAnneliese from the Feminine Not Feminist Podcast shares her story. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at [email protected] with your questions! Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocra...
#75 // What Is Revival?
Optiv Theology Podcast - February 17, 2023 20:26 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn light of the Asbury revival, Nic and Andy talk about the history of revivals and how to discern whether a revival is legit or not. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at [email protected] ...
#74 // Can You Be A "Red Letter" Christian?
Optiv Theology Podcast - February 08, 2023 18:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy talk about reading and understanding the whole Bible, not just Jesus' words. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at [email protected] with your questions! Music: "nesting" by Bir...
#73 // Is Church Membership Biblical?
Optiv Theology Podcast - February 02, 2023 17:20 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy discuss the purpose of church membership and the how to govern a local church body. Check out our website: www.optivnetwork.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@optivnetwo...
#72 // How Should Christians Parent? (pt. II)
Optiv Theology Podcast - January 11, 2023 21:13 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic and Andy discuss parenting through different developmental stages. Check out our website: www.optivnetwork.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at [email protected] with your questions...
Merry Christmas & Happy New year
Optiv Theology Podcast - December 30, 2022 18:54 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsNic Gibson, Andy Schmitt, and Anneliese talk about Mary's significant role in the birth of Christ! Check out our website: www.optivnetwork.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@optivnet...
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