Musings with Townsend and Preacher Man
Just thinking together about God and the Bible. Join us for discussions designed to encourage you to think and start your own discussions at home. Wanna hear about something specific, let us know @ mtpm.podcast@gmail.com
Episodes
224 episodes
Episode 224 - On Friendship Dealbreakers
"Are there any Christian teachings that are dealbreakers for you in friendships?" What do you think? Yes, no? Do you ever notice that you sometimes look for reasons to NOT have a relationship with someone? Do you think that's the way it's suppo...
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Episode 224
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Episode 223 - On Religion in Politics
"Do you think that religion has a place in politics? if so, what is it?" This week, we tackle those questions and maybe, just sayin', we give a few answers that'll give you something to chew on. You'll never know if you don't listen. So, you go...
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Episode 223
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47:39
Episode 222 - On What Gives Hope
Welcome to 2025! We're kicking off the year with an episode on hope - what's currently giving us hope AND what should be giving us all hope for the future. So, sit down (or stand up, we don't care!) and pull up your ears. We HOPE you enjoy... (...
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Episode 222
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54:39
Episode 221 - On Christmas Reflection
This week's episode is the last of 2024. With Christmas and a church lock-in both falling on Wednesdays, this was the last time for Townsend and Preacher Man to get together before the ringing in of 2025.So, they sat down and mused in the m...
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Episode 221
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Episode 220 - On Responding to a Denial
Some conversations are easier to have than others. And sometimes, a conversation might have to do with things you don't know how to respond to. Today's episode looks at how Townsend and Preacher Man think someone should respond when a conversat...
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Episode 220
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44:53
Episode 219 - On Changing the Past
"If you could go back and change your past, would you do it?" Sort of the plot to "Back to the Future" and definitely the plot to the movie "The Family Man" from 2000. Not a new question at all, maybe even one you've considered a time or two. W...
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Episode 219
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41:29
Episode 218 - On Thanksgiving 2024
An annual tradition - Townsend and Preacher Man spend a little time reflecting on what they have to be thankful for in 2024 (hey - that rhymes!). We hope you'll not only enjoy this episode, but be encouraged to share your own "thanksgivings" wi...
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Episode 218
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40:01
Episode 217 - On Bible Application
This week's episode is a response to the question: "Does all of the Bible still apply to us today?" Some might say no and refer to themselves as "New Testament Christians." Others might say yes, and find themselves seeking to follow Christ and ...
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Episode 217
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Episode 216 - On the Election
You ever wondered what a "pregame" musing sounds like? This is about the closest you're ever gonna get! We were gonna be good and stick to the topic on the card... but then, we just didn't. So, instead you get our shotgun thoughts on the result...
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Episode 216
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Episode 215 - On the Atonement
WAIT! Don't let the "churchy" word in the topic make you skip this episode. Sure, it's not a word you use all the time, but what it means and what it's referring to is EXTREMELY important. So, just relax and muse with us as we take a look at wh...
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Episode 215
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Episode 214 - On the Church and Government
What's the role of government in your life? What's the role of the Church? Let's consider the role of those things and how maybe our understanding of them has become skewed. To support the Flynt family financially, please follow th...
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Episode 214
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47:28
Episode 213 - On the Role of Prayer
A musing on how the role of prayer has worked in our lives and how that role has changed over time. We hope that this episode brings you encouragement in your own prayer life and that you find a renewed hunger to spend time speaking with and li...
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Episode 213
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Episode 212 - On Acceptable Lying
At some point in your life someone called you a "liar, liar, pants on fire." We all hated it - even if it was true at the time. But, what about as an adult? Are we out here still living with our pants burning, or have we come to understanding t...
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Episode 212
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Episode 211 - On Pledging Allegiance
In most school across the country, kids stand up every morning and voice their pledge to the United States. Grownups... well, you might not make a pledge every morning, but does the Bible instruct you to maintain allegiance to your country as p...
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Episode 211
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47:15
Episode 210 - On Giving to the Church
Yes - it's the topic that lots of folks love to hate. Only time someone brings up giving money to the church is when the preacher needs a new car, am I right? No. You're not right. But what is right? Should a believer still recogni...
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Episode 210
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46:27
Episode 209 - On Jealousy
ALERT - LISTENER REQUESTED TOPIC INCOMING!!A citizen of Listener Land (one of y'all!) took the time to send Townsend a question - so we spent some time musing on it. BIG THANKS to whoever you are cause Preacher Man LOVES listener topics...
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Episode 209
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Episode 208 - On the Environment
WAIT - don't skip this one. We promise, this isn't just an episode where we confess to being hippies. This is an honest look at how faith should, and does, impact our treatment of the world around us. Do you agree with our take? Let us know by ...
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Episode 208
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Episode 207 - On Folks with Other Faiths
The world gets smaller every day - all the while feeling like we become more and more disconnected from each other. But, through technology and travel, we have the chance to encounter all sorts of people from all sorts of places. And often, tho...
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Episode 207
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46:33
Episode 206 - On the Purpose of Christianity
What can I type that will make you forgive us for being gone AGAIN?! Honest - the world was conspiring against us recording! Strung-out schedules and cooties all over the place made it impossible - but the great comeback has begun! So, sit back...
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Episode 206
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Episode 205 - On Impacting a Faith Journey
Story time this week as Townsend and Preacher Man reflect on some areas of their lives that they feel had the greatest impact on their faith-journey. AND - a chance for you to share as well by commenting on FB. Let us know what experiences have...
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Episode 205
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Episode 204 - On Morality
We're back! And - maybe we never need to miss episodes again, cause SHEESH - these last two weeks have had some CRAZINESS happening around the world.But, why does it seem crazy? If it's wrong, how do we know it's wrong - how do we make it r...
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Episode 204
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47:10
Episode 203 - On Favorite Characters
Everyone knows what a favorite is - and truth be told, everyone has a favorite. A favorite movie, favorite color, or a favorite meal. We know about favorites. And, this week, Townsend and Preacher Man spend some time sharing who their favorite ...
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Episode 203
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Episode 202 - On Random Chance
Have you ever gotten stuck in the idea that "stuff just happens"? Or, maybe you think that some things are planned out through God, but that He leaves other stuff to just... work itself out. This week's episode seeks to provide some thought-nug...
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Episode 202
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42:51
Episode 201 - On Prayer in Jesus Name
Have you ever thought about the "rules" of prayer? Do we have to use certain words, certain phrases, or drop a specific name for our prayer to "count"? This week - Townsend and Preacher Man muse on the meaning and importance of praying in the n...
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Episode 201
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Episode 200 - On Mental Illness
EPISODE 200??!! That's crazy to think about - April Fool's Day of 2020 to now, all so we can hang out with you guys! Thank you for making our podcast have a purpose. We love y'all!This week we dive into the issue of mental illness and how a...
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Episode 200
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49:37