The Amputated Baptist Podcast
Theology, Politics, and a Little Bit of Banjo
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They say there’s two subjects never to bring up in polite conversation - religion and politics. Well, that’s exactly what this podcast is going to cover - my two favorite subjects. Throw in a little bit of banjo music and you’ve got a great listening experience coming your way.
I urge you to learn along with me. I don’t claim to be an expert in any field, but I do desire to explore exciting concepts and ideas that shape our lives, culture and relationship with God. That’s why I seek to bring on a variety of different guests, even a few folks I’m going to have sharp disagreements with from time to time. We might talk about anything ranging from reformed theology to the electoral college. My hope is that God might use this podcast to deepen your faith, broaden your mind, and have a little fun while doing so.
Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
This week we welcome royalty to the podcast! The self-proclaimed king of Amillennialism is joining us to talk about how to maintain and proclaim our Baptist distinctives while engaging with other denominations. Keith (or Your Calvinist) is known for his hilarious denominational meeting videos. We chat about subjects like what does it mean to be a Baptist, how to engage with fellow Christians in other denomination and finally how important is it fellowship with those outside our own traditions. We recorded this the day Pope Francis died, so we also had some thoughts about Roman Catholicism as well.
Recommended Resources:
Keith's Website
YourCalvinist YouTube Channel
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
He is Risen! He is risen indeed! Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone. As we reflect on the significance of this event that changed everything forever, on this podcast I walk through the events of Matthew 27:50-54. Yes, we're going to talk about zombies roaming the streets of Jerusalem.
Recommended Resources:
Holy Week: The Week That Changed the World by R.C. Sproul
Easter Stories for Children by Kevin DeYoung
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
I love having former students come on the podcast and share what God is doing in their lives. This week's podcast features Rebecca Meier who works with DOOR International reaching the deaf community for Christ. This interview opened my eyes to the unreached people that live among us everyday. I'm also ashamed to say that much of my understanding of the needs of the deaf community needed to be corrected. Truly the student has become the master... Also, listen in as she talks about her interior design company. Wife, Mother, Missionary and entrepreneur...
Recommended Resources:
DOOR International
Gathered Together
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
The entire nation is now focused on the state of Wisconsin and our race Supreme Court Justice. Conservative Bard Schimel faces liberal Susan Crawford in a race where abortion and crime have taken center stage. But, another issue that the court will most certainly face is school choice. In other words, my job is at stake in this election which is why I support Brad Schimel who is also pro-life and is an adoptive father. while I didn't get the opportunity to ask Judge Crawford any questions I did attend one of her rallies. So, I will play a few clips of her thoughts about abortion.
Recommended Resources:
Brad Schimel for Supreme Court
The Facts about Brad Schimel: Answering the Lies
School Choice Is On The Ballot
A Review of the Book Homeschooling: The History and Philosophy of a Controversial Practice by Dwyer and Peters
Sunday Mar 30, 2025
Sunday Mar 30, 2025
This is our third Spring election episode. Today, the unthinkable has happened, a Muslim is talking with a Baptist! Welcome Yusuf Adama to our podcast. Yusuf Adama is running for re-election to the Beloit City Council. Listen in as we chat about the importance of community engagement and his thoughts on the issues facing the city of Beloit.
Recommended Resources:
Yusuf For Beloit City Council
My Vote Wisconsin
Saturday Mar 29, 2025
Saturday Mar 29, 2025
Our special election weekend continues to roll on! This episode features Kim Schneider and her bid to join the Beloit City Council. Kim shares a positive vision of Beloit measured by her ideas for improvements that can make our city even better. Please remember to vote on Tuesday!
Recommended Resources:
My Vote Wisconsin
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
This weekend I will be posting several episodes focusing on Wisconsin's Spiring Elections on Tuesday. First, I welcome Beloit School Board Candidate Juan Romero. If you live in the area, you know this is a politically-charged election with much on the line. Whatever you do, please do not ignore this election. This will have a huge impact on the children in our area. So, listen in a Juan walks us through his plan not to ram an agenda down the public's throat but actually listen to our teachers and students first and then look for steps to actually solve some of the issues we face.
Recommended Resources:
Juan Romero For Beloit Schools
My Vote Wisconsin
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
This week we are joined by Austin Brown, missionary to Germany. Listen in as we chat about his testimony, his creative and unique ministry opportunities and Germany's slide from the 17 century Reformation to modern day secularism.
Recommended Resources:
Austin & Shanda Brown
Life Church
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Is it a sin to get a tattoo? Are hesitations regarding tattoos just a vestige old-fashioned legalism or does the Bible condemn the practice? As many in Reformed circles embrace tatting up themselves in Greek Scripture passages and Trinitarian symbols, should we give pause and give this a little more thought? Join my friend entrepreneur Dayton Bennett and I as we discuss this controversial issue this week on the podcast. Share this with your friends!
Recommended Resources:
Dabadooya and Company
Amy Bennett Tattoo Artist
House of Lexx
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
We all desire doctrinal clarity and purity. But in our efforts to distinguish ourselves from other denominations, groups and teachers we believe to be mistaken, are we forgetting about Christ's desire to have a unified church? Are purity and unity mutually exclusive? Can you seek unity without sacrificing Biblical doctrine. This week we are exploring the book The Scandal of Schism by Chris Anderson, the head of Church Works Media. Listen in as Chris describes his struggle with these issues growing up and searching for Biblical truth within modern day fundamentalism.
Recommended Resources:
The Scandal of Schism: A Journey from Sinful Division to Biblical Fidelity by Chris Anderson
Church Works Media