NOT the Sermon
NOT the Sermon is a podcast where two pastors talk about everything but the sermon. Jamie and Eric discuss faith, culture, and theology...all while roasting each other. If you are sick of sermon podcasts and are looking for a funny and refreshing take on Christian life, check out this blend of comedy and theology. Just remember, its NOT the sermon!
Episodes
In this episode, Jamie & Eric are seeing double. In Shooting the Skybalon, they talk about clones and debate whether "your dog is waiting for you in heaven" counts as an evangelism strategy. In Your Greek is Showing, they unpack how the word for "witness" is the same word that gives us "martyr," and what that means for anyone who says they follow Jesus. Then, in Odd News, it's Christian metal band Demon Hunter vs. ...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric check in on their health, with mixed results. In Shooting the Skybalon, Eric gives the report from his doctor visit while Jamie walks us through his slow physical demise. In Weird Worship, they ask whether every way of collecting the offering is actually a good one. Then, in Mega Church Minute, they look at how mega churches are bouncing back from the Covid decline. Finally, in Shady T...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric weigh in on Ice-T vs. Ice Cube, and Jamie drops a prayer request that threw him for a loop. In Houston, We Have a Question, the Sermonots want to know what to make of Deion Sanders speaking in tongues at a press conference. Then, in The Bible Says What?!, Moses grabs a bowl of blood and flings it on the people of Israel...yes, really. Finally, in Pester the Pastor, they ask whether Chr...
In Shooting the Skybalon, Eric recaps taking his daughter to a football game while Jamie brags on the praise team's worship conference road trip. In Megachurch Minute, they dig into Lakepointe's 400 AI cameras and what that means for the future of church tech (and privacy). Then, in Odd News, they talk through the mushrooms that apparently make you see tiny people. Finally, in Shady Theology, they wrestle with Jesus telling us to h...
In this episode, Eric nearly cause a Sermonot casualty, and no one can agree on Jamie's real age. In Shooting the Skybalon, Eric recounts his near-miss with a listener. In Shady Theology, they dig into the "Death of a Pastor's Wife" documentary. In The Bible Says Whaaat?!, they cover the time a prophet slapped another prophet. And in Pester the Pastor, they get real about mid-life crises. It's reckless, it's ageless, it's Not the S...
In this episode, Jamie and Eric and Jamie talk gadgets and LARPers! In Houston, We Have a Questions, they answer a listener question about whether or not people worship country flags and why "allegiance" might be a strong word. In So Help Meme God, they react to an epic hot mic moment (involving a hot dog suit?). Finally, In Weird Worship, they give their take on male modesty when they discuss the recent gym photos of Cory Asbury a...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric debate whether they could beat up their younger selves. In Your Greek is Showing, they unpack the Greek word behind "compassion" and why it's a lot less toxic than we think. Then, in How Great is Our Pod, they debut their spoof "This is a Manly Faith," a parody of "This is Amazing Grace." Finally, in Shady Theology, they wrestle with forced evangelism and where the line is between boldness and bull...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric are riding the high of internet fame. In Shooting the Skybalon, they break down their viral Instagram video that somehow racked up 6.9 million views. Then in Mega Church Minute, they talk about the trend of celebrities becoming Christians and immediately launching a preaching career. Finally, in Pester the Pastor, they wrestle with doctrinal unity versus uniformity—and whether Ch...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric are talking lawn mowers and last rites. In Shooting the Skybalon, Eric tells the story of surviving an outdoor funeral in brutal August heat. In Shady Theology, they get into the wild story of a young man told by a prophet to literally eat a page out of the Bible. Then in a brand new game called Fish or Fake?, Eric has to guess if a bunch of weird names are actual fish or just made up nonsense. Fin...
In this episode, Jamie & Eric kick things off with a backhanded compliment and Eric's questionable trip to the zoo. In Houston, We Have a Question, Sermonots ask about Jesus' ideal walk-in music, the effects of the fall, and, uh, animal romance. In So Help Meme God, they tackle the age-old question: does God have a sense of humor? Finally, in Pester th...
Your perfect blend of comedy and theology is back for SEASON 4!! Jamie & Eric return for a new season of sacramental shenanigans. This episode kicks off with the cutest Skybalon intro from a few of our Sermonot fans!
For the Bible Says What!? they discuss the story of a prophet who proph-uh-lied. In Odd News they share the story of the "Batman Subway Experiment" and finally, in Shady Theology, you get Jamie & Eric's take o...
In this Summer Short Short we are joined again by Jamie's better half, Tiffany, where Jamie shares the curious case of the the curse of the blue solo cup! New full episodes coming soon! Tune in for Season 4 where we continue to provide the perfect blend of theology and comedy!
In this midsummer treat we have a special Midsummer Pester the Pastor! The guys talk about how Jamie was featured on a major Christian social media page...about the way he dressed! They talk about pastor fashion and whether or not it even matter how a pastor dresses on Sundays.
This episode is one of our most listened to of all time. In Season 1, Eric and Jamie were joined by professing atheist Michael Fincher.
Have you ever talked with an atheist before? The dialogue between Christians and atheists has been strained by years of "boogeyman" stories and a general misunderstanding of each other's culture.
On this Bonus Hot Take Episode Jamie and Eric are joined by a professing atheist, Michael Fincher. Mi...
In this episode, Jamie and Eric are joined by Leah Crouse. Born without arms or legs, Leah's story of faith and overcoming adversity has reached millions across the US through her social media platforms. A graduate of Lee University with a degree in Bible and Theology, Leah shares — in her first-ever podcast appearance — the challenges she's faced and how her faith in Jesus has inspired her to live a life without limits...
Join us for a little midsummer shady (theology) as Eric and Jamie discuss whether Christian can eat pork, or if any of the dietary laws in the Old Testament are relevant to today. Each week we will be posting our favorite episodes [Reposts] or a a brand new Summer Short Short. New full episodes return in August!
Enjoy the only episode in existence of all of our podcast hosts together in one room! In this episode, Jamie & Eric kick off with Shooting the Skybalon, where Eric accidentally plays a clip with a not-so-holy word during a staff meeting. In Shady Theology, the guys dig into the theology of speaking in tongues—what it is, what it’s for, and why it still matters. Next up in How Great is Our Pod, they debut a “p...
In this episode of NTS Summer Short the guys are joined by Jamie's wife, Tiffany! She shares about her unfortunate encounter with a desperate inmate trying to escape from jail! Enjoy!
Enjoy one of our personal favorite episodes from Season 3! In this episode, Jamie & Eric serve up a fresh round of theology, comedy, and chaos. In Shooting the Skybalon, Jamie tells the story of a fine dining experience that somehow featured a DJ, while Eric shares about catching a stray “Pharisee” insult in the church foyer. Next, in Shady Theology, the guys dive into stories of people claiming to visit heaven&mda...
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