Unashamed

This week we conclude our look at the Seven Deadly Sins by talking about the granddaddy of them all: Pride. Almost every other sin that is listed in the Bible has a connection to the sin of pride. Pride can be blatant and subtle. And, its something that we can all be guilty of without much effort. Why is pride mentioned so many times in the Bible? And, how many different ways does it appear in our lives? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we look closer at the sin of pride. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem Email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

Hungry, hungry hippos! We live in such a consumer based society where every thing is presented to us for our enjoyment! Have it your way, have it any way, just have more! Is that really what God intended? Are we really supposed to live a life that believes more is better? Or, that enough just isn't enough? What does the Bible have to say about greed and how can we know if we suffer from the affliction that is greediness? Join Patrick and Dewayne as we discuss the sin of greed. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem Or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com  

Wake Up! Its time to talk about slothfulness. the Bible has a surprising amount to say about the expected level of industriousness that should be in our lives. Turns out, a sloth isn't just an animal you can find at the zoo. Slothfulness can be anywhere and in anyone's life, if we're not careful. Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we discuss the sin of slothfulness. You can find us on Twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com  

You can't go anywhere without being tempted to gaze at some sort of scantily clad young male or female. It isn't a stretch to say our society is over sexualized. The opportunity to engage in lustful desire is plentiful.  How do we combat such a powerful and abundant foe? If you ask some, there is nothing we can do. Its just a case of biology. But, the problem of lust isn't a corporeal one. Its a spiritual problem. And, to solve it, we must focus on God. Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we discuss the sin of lust. You can find us on Twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem www.unashamedpodcast.com

Time to push away from the buffet table! This week we're talking about Gluttony. Gluttony is, perhaps, the least discussed of all the "deadly sins". Maybe its that way because it hits a little too close to home for many of us. Maybe its that way because very few people really understand it. And, maybe its that way because we now use other verbiage to describe the same habit that was once called gluttony. Join Patrick and Dewayne as we tighten up our waistbands and discuss the sin of gluttony. You can find us on Twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem www.unashamedpodcast.com

The Bible speaks frequently about anger. There are angry people depicted throughout holy writ. And, its not that much of a surprise that it would speak so often on the subject. People have always struggled with controlling their anger. How do we deal with it in our own lives and what can we do to help control it? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we take a closer look at anger. You can find us on twitter @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem www.unashamedpodcast.com

We're back! Its time for season two! We're going to start of the year with a lot at the seven deadly sins! This week we'll discuss the sin of envy. Envy and jealousy are often used interchangeably. But the Bible says God is a jealous God. Why is it ok to be jealous, but a sin to be envious? How can we know if we have envy in our lives? And, if so, what do we do about it? Join Dewayne and Patrick this week as we begin our series on the seven deadly sins and take a closer look at what the Bible says about envy. You can find us on Twitter @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem www.unashamedpodcast.com  

The story of Ruth and Naomi has multiple layers to it. There's a story of loss and deep sorrow. There's a lesson about loyalty, family, and integrity. It's obviously a story about faithfulness in the face of tragedy. However, the story of Ruth and Naomi is also one of hope. Sprinkle the subjects of romance, add some possible scandal, and you've got a timeless story that grabs our hearts as the reader. Join Patrick and Dewayne as we take a closer look at the story of Ruth and Naomi. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

Imagine being part of a people who have been taken from their homes. You're under the rule of a foreign king. Suddenly, you're told you've been chosen as part of a huge search for a new queen.  Ultimately, you become queen only to find that your people's lives have been threatened. The only person that can stop this genocide is you. But, you might lose your life for even attempting to save your family. This is the story of Queen Esther. Join Patrick and Dewayne as they take a closer look at Queen Esther and her life. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com 

How would you feel if your significant other decided to pick up and move the family from everything they've ever known? On top of that, God made you a promise and its been years since anything has happened to fulfill that promise. Sarah was not only the wife of one of the biggest figures in the Bible. She was also his companion and partner in life. She was strong, dedicated, opinionated, and flawed. Join Patrick and Dewayne as they take a closer look at the character and life of Sarah. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

Every culture has stories that describe ghostly apparitions and legends. Hollywood has grabbed hold of the popularity of the paranormal. Even cable television has several shows starring various teams of people who search for proof of the paranormal. But, what does the Bible have to say about the subject? Surprisingly, there's not one, but several instances that we find possible ghostly apparitions in the Bible.  Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we discuss these passages, particularly the incident between King Saul, Samuel, and the medium at En Dor.  You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

We're back! After some catastrophic computer issues, we're finally up and running again! Imagine something happens in your youth that is so influential that it shapes your entire adult life. That's exactly what happens to Hezekiah. He's the offspring of a wicked father and a virtuous mother. Fortunately for his people, Hezekiah retains the good lessons and immediately begins to enact true worship to God.  This week we'll look at the life of Hezekiah as he deals with one of the toughest challenges of his life. How will he fair when the ruthless Sennacherib comes to subdue his people, his kingdom, and his God? You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com  www.unashamedpodcast.com

Elijah is a great example of a servant of God. He faces down and, with God's help, defeats the prophets of Baal on Mt. Carmel. But, afterwards, he finds himself feeling alone and weak. Elijah becomes discouraged. What do we do when we become discouraged like Elijah? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we discuss Elijah and overcoming discouragement. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com  

This week we make up for missing an episode during the hurricane with two episodes!  This week we'll take a look at the life of Samuel. Samuel was a dynamic figure in the Old Testament. He was born during perilous times when wicked men and women ruled the kingdom. How does Samuel cope with all of it? What can we learn from his great example? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we look at the life of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

Things have been a little intense here in Texas over the last week. We were unable to release a podcast last week due to Hurricane Harvey's arrival. So, this week we're going to try and make up for it.  First we wanted to talk about the Christian and disasters. What happens when something life Harvey takes place? Where was God in all of this? And, what should I do as a Christian? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we take a break from the character studies and talk about Natural Disasters and God. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem Or email us at patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com 

This week we look at the character of Daniel. Daniel is not your normal hero. He lives the majority of his life in captivity, serving foreign kings. His high character and moral compass find him in rapid favor with those in charge. What was it that made Daniel so successful? What made him stand out in a place and time where his people are oppressed and enslaved? This weeks also marks a first for the Unashamed Podcast. Dewayne is away this week. So, we have a guest host! Join Patrick and guest host, Justin Guess as we talk about the life and character of Daniel.

He was once a shepherd, a soldier, a fugitive, and a king. Kind David is, without question, the most beloved figure in the entire New Testament. His story is powerful. His psalms are packed with godly wisdom. His entire life is an example to us of what a relationship looks like between one that is human and the divine. He's a figure that won great victories and experienced bitter downfalls. Yet through it all, David longed to be near to God. Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we look at the character and life of Kind David. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant  @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

He's perhaps the most colorful person mentioned in the Old Testament. Samson is clearly a flawed figure. To be honest, Samson is a bit of a train wreck. He continues to make mistake after mistake. Samson's life ends tragically because of a series of wrong choices. What can we learn from the example of Samson? What lessons can we take away from such a spiritually broken person? Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we examine the life and character of Samson. You can find us on Twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com

What happens when the only and greatest leader the Israelite nation has ever known passes away? You have to find a new leader and hope he's close to the same quality as his predecessor. Joshua has some big shoes to fill when he replaces Moses. But, Joshua had been prepared for it for most of his life and it up to the challenge. There are bumps along the way, but Joshua ends up being the leader that the people need. Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we look at the life of Joshua, son of Nun. You can find us on twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us at patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com  

Have you ever been somewhere and felt like a stranger? It seems that Moses may have felt this way for most if not all of his life. He was a great leader. He was a great servant of God. But, he also wasn't perfect. Join Patrick and Dewayne this week as we take a closer look at the character of Moses. You can find us on Twitter: @dewaynedbryant @PDHnOdem or email us: patrick@unashamedpodcast.com www.unashamedpodcast.com