Southside Rabbi
International recording artist KB and respected writer and influencer Ameen Hudson, best friends from the south side of St. Petersburg, FL, host conversations on art, theology, and Christian living from a unique perspective. They discuss social commentary with substance, truth, humor, and direct engagement with controversial topics. The podcast is presented by HGA Productions.
Episodes
825: Freedom and The Command For Joy
Southside Tribe! Got another heavy one! We're all tempted to build and portray a version of ourselves that never fails, never struggles, and never looks weak. But what if that pursuit is actually keeping us from experiencing the freedom God offers? In this episode, we unpack the fear of embarrassment, the pressure to maintain a flawless image, and the exhausting pursuit of success that defines
Episode 824: Addiction and Radical Grace
Southside Tribe! We got a heavy one for y'all this week. Addiction takes many forms. Some struggles are visible, while others remain hidden behind closed doors, buried beneath shame, fear, and isolation. In this powerful conversation, we explore the nature of addiction, the battle against destructive habits, and the hope of lasting transformation through the Gospel of Jesus. The crew discusses
Episode 823: When 'Keeping It Real' Goes Wrong
Southside Tribe!! In a culture that largely celebrates saying whatever we think, what does Scripture actually teach about the way followers of Jesus should use our words? In this episode, Ameen, KB and Trip explore the tension between the modern and western ideas of free speech and the biblical call to speak with wisdom, humility, and love. From constant social media arguments and partisan politic
Episode 822: Finding Freedom with Jermaine Wilson
Southside Tribe!! In this episode, we sit down with Jermaine Wilson to hear his incredible journey from generational drug and gang involvement and incarceration to becoming a mayor, community leader, and advocate for spiritual redemption. Jermaine shares how growing up amid poverty and crime shaped his early life, how a life-changing encounter with Christ in prison transformed his future, and why
Episode 821: Signal Tour VIP Podcast Experience with Q&A | Houston, TX
Southside Tribe! We got another special one for you this week! Take a peek behind the curtain as KB and Trip Lee share a glimpse at the VIP live podcast experience on the Houston, TX stop of the Signal Tour, Spring '26. The bros share what's on their heart regarding their recent and upcoming projects, and take heartfelt questions from the audience. Come check us out!
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Episode 820: Signal Tour VIP Podcast Experience with Q&A | Dallas, TX
Southside Tribe! We got a special one for you this week! Take a peek behind the curtain as KB and Trip Lee share a glimpse at the VIP live podcast experience on the Dallas, TX stop of the Signal Tour, Spring '26. The bros share what's on their heart regarding their recent and upcoming projects, and take heartfelt questions from the audience. Come check us out!
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Episode 209: The Gospel of Christian Nationalism | Flashback Friday
What's up, family?! Join us for this Flashback Friday Episode on Christian Nationalism. We think given the times, this episode is very relevant even all these years later. Please don't forget to tap in with us on Patreon.com/SouthsideRabbi for all of your favorite bonus content, special episodes, Discord access, early releases and other great resources!
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Episode 819: From Victim To Victory with Cassie and Mark Herzlich
Southside Tribe! This episode is not theory—it’s reality. Today, we confront one of the darkest and most urgent issues in our world: human trafficking and the online sexual exploitation of children. What many assume happens “somewhere else” is happening right now—and often fueled by a demand much closer to home than we know or like to admit. We’re joined again by former NFL player Mark Herzlich, n
Episode 409: Justice, Mercy and Politics with David French | Flashback Friday
Southside Tribe, what's good?! We got a fantastic flashback for you this week! A listen back on 2022 when our brother David French carved out some time to chat with us about the Christian call to justice and mercy, as well as sharing and breaking down one of his favorite passages of Scripture with us. We discuss the discrepancy between the early Christian Church's approach to engaging society as o
Episode 818: Goodness of God with Mark Herzlich
Southside Tribe! This week, our brother and justice advocate Mark Herzlich joins us for a convo sharing how the goodness of God led him to repentance. A natural sportsman from his youth, Mark was encouraged to pray to God by a fellow football player after battling through health challenges. God was merciful in a major way, but Mark knew in his heart that even though he knew God was real, he didn't
Episode 817: Anxious For Nothing with Trip Lee
Southside Tribe! This week, Ameen, KB, and Trip tackle one of the most pervasive pressures shaping modern life today: the constant cultural noise telling us that peace, security, and value come from having more. More money. More success. More influence. But as we walk through the teachings of Jesus and the wisdom of Scripture, we see a deeper truth—anxiety and greed are often rooted in the same li
Episode 816: From Genesis To Junia with Dr. Preston Sprinkle
Southside Tribe! Our brother Dr. Preston Sprinkle is back to discuss his new book, From Genesis to Junia, and the deeply debated question of women in church leadership. Preston shares about his three-and-a-half-year research journey—one that rivaled doctoral-level work—where he committed to studying not just voices that agreed with him, but the strongest arguments on the other side.
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Episode 815: Bobby Gruenewald of YouVersion
Southside Tribe!! What started in a TSA line became a global movement. In this episode of Southside Rabbi, we sit with Bobby Gruenewald, founder of the YouVersion Bible App, to explore humility, failure, innovation, and how God’s Word still creates movement in a world saturated with noise. From billion-download milestones to resisting monetization, to the enduring hunger for truth, this conversati
Episode 814: The Church of Today with Pastor Frank Gil
Southside Tribe! In this episode, Ameen and KB are joined by longtime friend and ministry leader Frank Gil for a deep and timely conversation about Gen Z, student ministry, and the Church’s responsibility in a spiritually hungry moment. From the privilege and purpose of youth ministry to Gen Z’s longing for sacred practices, authenticity, and transcendence, this episode challenges the Church to mo
Episode 813: Virtues and Vices
Southside Tribe! In this episode, we dive deep into why character—not clout—is the truest predictor of your future. From professional fighters’ training habits to influencer culture and biblical humility, this conversation exposes how modern culture rebrands many vices as virtue and centers ego over growth. This episode challenges listeners to rethink what strength, success, and manhood really loo
Episode 812: Rejection and Riches
Southside Tribe! This week we discuss how rejection and hardship are some of life’s great teachers—but only if we learn from them instead of avoiding them. In this episode, we explore how rejection shapes us for better or worse, how wounded ego can turn into vengeance, and why so much of modern masculinity is built on perception and intimidation rather than wholeness or healing. From dating cultur
Episode 811: Christ and Calling with Ray Chang and Amy Lynnettee
Southside Tribe! In this episode, we are joined again by our good friend Ray Chang, as well as the biblical powerhouse Amy Lynnettee. This conversation turns toward one of the most urgent issues facing the Church today: why so many young people are disaffiliating from Christianity—and what it will take to make faith in Jesus matter again. Through the lens of the TENx10 initiative, we explore disci
Episode 810: "Brag Worship" with Trip Lee [Artist Highlight]
Southside Tribe!! We are back with an especially stirring episode, where KB and Ameen chat with Trip Lee once again to discuss his latest upcoming project—a hybrid-worship experience called 'Brag Worship.' Trip shares the inspiration behind his new emphasis, highlighting the power of worship music in shaping our faith and strengthening community. The conversation delves into the biblical significa
Episode 809: "Jon Keith" [Artist Highlight]
Southside Tribe!! In this episode, Ameen and KB sit down with the one and only Jon Keith for a raw conversation about identity, conviction, and what it really means to show up as a Christian artist in mainstream hip-hop spaces. From the pressures of labels and PR, to the expectations of the church, John breaks down the tension between cultural credibility and spiritual integrity — and how he resol
Episode 808: "Intentions Versus Reality"
In this next episode of Southside Rabbi, KB and Ameen dive into one of the hardest truths to face — that good intentions don’t erase bad outcomes. From church culture to personal relationships, the team unpacks how pride and self-justification can keep us from simply saying, “I’m sorry." The conversation moves into exploring how “Evangelical sincerity culture” taught many to equate right motives w
Episode 807: "The Sacred Art Of Reading" with Trip Lee - Part Two
Southside Tribe! In this next episode, we dive a bit deeper into why developing the discipline of reading isn’t just an intellectual hobby for bookworms — it’s a spiritual practice of love, patience, and seeking truth. Pulling from real-life ministry moments, cultural tensions, and biblical wisdom, Trip, KB and Ameen explore how rushed, shallow engagement is fracturing communities, fueling suspici
Episode 806: "The Sacred Art of Reading" with Trip Lee - Part One
In this episode of Southside Rabbi, Trip Lee, KB and Ameen fire up a passionate conversation about the sacred discipline of reading — not just as a hobby, but as a spiritual act. From their own journeys of falling in love with books after coming to faith, to reflecting on how God chose words as His primary way to communicate with humanity, this episode challenges listeners to rediscover the power
Episode 805: "Mind Your Own Biz" with Trip Lee
Southside Tribe!! In this episode, Ameen, KB and our bro Trip Lee are back in action! We dive into the chaos of our cultural obsession with everyone else’s business. From scrolling through scandals to forming opinions about people we’ve never met, we’ve turned voyeurism into a daily hobby. But the Bible calls believers to something radically different — to “mind your own affairs” and live quietly
Episode 804: "God and Violence"
Southside Tribe!! In this raw and real conversation, Ameen and KB wrestle with a tough question: does violence have a place in the kingdom of God? From neighborhood fights to the Crusades, from the civil rights movement to the theological tensions between self-defense, justice, and the way of Jesus, this episode goes deep. KB also reminds us in various ways how we cannot have the Kingdom reality w
Episode 803: "The Dangers of Winning"
Southside Tribe!! In this follow-up to the "Little Fox of Success" episode, KB helps tackle a truth that’s very easy to overlook — sometimes, success can be more dangerous than failure. From Saul’s downfall to Nebuchadnezzar’s pride to Israel's stubbornness, they explore how power and achievement can quietly erode faith and dependence on God, even for folks not in the limelight. We also draw paral
Episode 802: "The Little Fox of Success"
Southside Tribe, what is up!!? In this episode, KB and Ameen unpack the “little foxes” in our lives— those small, sneaky compromises that can quietly destroy faith, relationships, and even church communities. What starts as something minor can end up eroding the roots of what God is growing in us. From Jesus flipping tables in the temple to the modern temptation of chasing clout in the name of Chr
Episode 801: "Spiritual Abuse and Manipulation"
Southside Tribe! We are back and Season 8 is in full effect! In this timely episode, KB and Ameen dive deep into the unfortunately recurring theme of manipulation, deceit and abuse within social structures, particularly churches and Christian organizations. Starting with the Garden of Eden, they discuss how humankind's first interaction with manipulation was with the serpent. From there, they disc
Episode 710: "Corruption and Vengeance"
Southside Tribe!! In this episode, we explore the biblical perspective on vengeance and the dangers of taking matters into our own hands. In light of the recent murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO and the school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, we ask the question: What does the Bible say about vengeance, and how can we guard our own hearts from crossing that line? Often, it’s corruption and injusti
Episode 709: "The Cares of This World"
Southside Tribe! In this intriguing convo, we touch on wisdom, sin, and staying anchored in faith, pointing out that knowledge and wisdom alone aren’t enough to overcome our flaws—it takes God’s power to truly transform us. We examine how worldly cares, although not inherently sinful, can pull us away from what really matters, and obscure our ultimate priority, which is our faith in Jesus. We also
Episode 708: "Ministry and Vulnerability with Pastor Ebenezer"
Southside Tribe! In this episode, joined by our good friend Pastor Ebenezer of the Shaping The Culture Podcast, we talk about the freedom that comes from acknowledging our brokenness and the messy realities of life, both as believers and as leaders. In a culture that often demands perfection, vulnerability can feel like a risk too big to take. But true ministry and growth happens in the trenches o
Episode 707: "U.A.P The Extraterrestrial"
Southside Tribe! In this fascinating episode, we dive into the recent congressional hearings, Pentagon and FBI press releases about UAPs and UFOs, exploring what these developments could mean for people of faith. As we consider the vastness of the universe and the possibility of intelligent life beyond Earth, we’re reminded of the biblical account of creation—set within the context of galaxies and
Episode 706: "Zeal And Fervor"
Southside Tribe! In this episode, we briefly touch on the intense zeal and fervor that gripped many during the 2024 presidential election, reflecting on how strong feelings often outweigh facts in shaping our perspectives. We then shift to the spiritual realm, discussing the burst of passion often experienced by new followers of Jesus. While this enthusiasm can be beautiful, it can also drift into
Episode 705: "Alienz Alive with Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins"
Southside Tribe!! In this dynamic episode, we sit down with legendary super-producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins for an in-depth conversation on faith, family, and his journey through the music industry. Known for his iconic sound and impact on countless hits, Rodney shares insights on balancing life in the spotlight with his faith in Jesus and values. We also dive into his latest venture, Alienz A
Episode 704: "2024 Election and Things To Hope For"
Southside Tribe! As the 2024 presidential election has come to a close, the uncertainty and tension that filled the air can morph into more uncertainty and tension. In this episode, recorded pre-election, we reflect on what it means to follow Jesus in a landscape where your favorite candidate may or may not have ended up in the oval office. Instead of being consumed by debates and disagreements, w
Episode 703: "Christian Identity | Legacy Conference - Miami"
Southside Tribe!! In this special live episode recorded at the Legacy Conference in Miami, we explore the importance of grounding our Christian identity in Scripture rather than in the shifting tides of politics. Surrounded by a vibrant and diverse audience of believers, we discuss how scripture calls us to a higher allegiance beyond party lines or cultural divides, shaping our values, purpose, an
Episode 702: "Exiles In Babylon with Dr. Preston Sprinkle"
Southside!! In this eye-opening episode, we confront the reality of what it means for followers of Jesus to live as exiles in this world, especially within the divisive political landscape of America. We're joined by Dr. Preston Sprinkle, author of Exiles in Babylon and host of the Theology In the Raw podcast, as he shares his insights on how Christians can faithfully navigate cultural and politic
Episode 701: "How Christians Should Vote"
Southside Tribe! We are back again, just in time for the 2024 election szn. As the American presidential elections approach, many Christians wrestle with the question: "How should my faith influence my vote?" In this episode, we give a near-definitive answer on how to navigate the complex landscape of platforms, policies and pundits, while prioritizing values rooted in scripture. Join us as we unp
Episode 620: "Rich Desires:The Downfall Of Many"
Southside Tribe!! In this last episode of Season 6, we delve into the Bible's teachings on the dangers of desiring wealth and the love of money. Spurred by the recent sentencing of Lamor "Bling Bishop" Whitehead to 9 years in prison, we look at the ways Scripture warns us that the pursuit of riches can lead to destructive paths, with the love of money being described as the root of all kinds of ev
Episode 619: "Conspiracy Theories Part 3: Barbershop"
What's good, family?!! In this new episode, we once again tackle some of the perils of consuming and spreading conspiracy theories, shedding light on how these unfounded ideas may distort reality and incubate division. We also explore how casual social spaces like barbershops, can become hotbeds for misinformation and debate. Join us in this thoughtful dialogue, as we discuss the importance of god
Episode 618: "K. Dot And Drizzy: When Ideals Collide"
Southside Tribe! Thank you for tuning in to our 100TH EPISODE!! In this compelling discussion, we examine the dangers of rap beef through the lens of biblical teachings, particularly the high-profile feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. While competition and rivalry are common in the music industry, the hostility that often accompanies these conflicts can escalate and lead to destructive outcome
Episode 617: "Celebrities For Jesus?: The Dangers of Fame"
Southside family!! We are back with another insightful episode as we dive into the pervasive influence of celebrity culture, both in mainstream society and within our communities of faith. From Hollywood icons to revered and respected figures in Christian circles, the temptation to idolize and downright deify individuals is ever-present. But as we wade through this topic, we uncover some of the in
Episode 616: "Christian Nationalism"
Southside Tribe!! In this crucial new episode, we shine a light on the dangers of Christian nationalism (once again) and its impact on both faith and politics. From historical precedents to contemporary challenges, we explore how the fusion of religious identity with nationalistic fervor can distort the principles of Christianity and undermine Jesus's central message of love, humility and global v
Episode 615: "Vipers In Diapers?: On Sinning Infants"
Southside Tribe, we baik!! In this enlightening episode, we delve into the complex and nuanced theological concept of original sin, and challenge common misconceptions surrounding the "innocence" of babies. While we believe the doctrine suggests that all humans are born with a sinful nature inherited from Adam, it's crucial to discern between inherent human weakness and deliberate sinful actions.
Episode 614 : "Ministry In The Mundane"
Southside Tribe!! We are back with another eye-opening convo as we explore the profound truth that the majority of Christian living unfolds outside of the church walls. Contrary to common perceptions, our mundane, everyday places, and tasks can serve as fertile grounds for organic gospel ministry. From the workplace to the neighborhood to the market, we have opportunities for organic gospel minist
Episode 613: "Charlie Kirk, Diversity and Inclusion"
Southside Tribe, we are back! In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle the vital subject of diversity and inclusion from a biblical perspective, exploring the transformative changes it brings to our communities, workplaces and world. However, progress is not without resistance. Join us as we delve into the perspectives of those who oppose some of these changes, namely Charlie Kirk and Patriot
Episode 612: "What's Wrong With Andrew Tate?" and More on Manhood
Southside Tribe! We are back after the holiday festivities for another spicy one! In this episode, we delve into the complexities of modern manhood, primarily addressing the dangers associated with the "Manosphere" and exploring the rhetoric of its prominent figures like Andrew Tate. Join us as we navigate through these perspectives, offering insights grounded in scripture to encourage a balanced
Episode 611: "Stand For Life: The Image Of God with Lauren McAfee"
Southside Tribe!! We back this week with the follow-up to our live convocation with Lauren McAfee on the Stand For Life movement. Here we discuss even further, caring for the vulnerable, seeing the image of God on everyone, and striving to alleviate the suffering of those going through hardships and trials around us.
Find the curriculum and many more resources at Standforlife.com
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Episode 610: "Liberty University Convocation: Stand For Life"
What up, Southside Tribe?! We got a special one for you today! Recently, we had the opportunity to speak at the convocation for Liberty University alongside Stand For Life. Check it out!!
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Episode 609: "Marriage: Good Or Nahh?"
Southside Tribe!! We back this week with a heavy hitter for you!! We're talking marriage this week, some misconceptions and assumptions, as well as some biblical perspectives. This episode is largely a response that was prompted after Ameen posted a clip about marriage on TikTok, and quite a few people took it in a way that wasn't intended. Prepare to laugh, be challenged AND encouraged. Come thru
Episode 608: "Artist Highlight: The Epilogue with Trip Lee"
Southside Tribe!! We are back with another monument of a man: Mr. T-Leezy himself! Our bro is back again to talk on God's faithfulness, goodness, and loving consistency. He walks us through his new album, The Epilogue. Have a great Thanksgiving!! Come rock with us!!
Episode 607: "How Far To The Promised Land? with Esau McCaulley"
Southside Tribe!! We are back to our regularly scheduled programming, and we have another special guest in the building for you! We welcome back to the show, live and in person, Dr. Esau McCaulley, to discuss life and his newest riveting, powerhouse of a book, "How Far To The Promised Land: One Black Family's Story of Hope and Survival in the American South". Hear the heart behind the true memoir
Episode 606: "Gotta Be 'Da Shoes" Live with Pastor Tommy Kyllonen"
Southside Tribe! We are live, in the building with our good friend Pastor Tommy Kyllonen for his new book release party! Here we get to hear the heart behind "Gotta Be Da Shoes", and the origins of the book. This podcast was recorded before a live studio audience, you should have been there!
Episode 605: "Solidarity in Diversity with Raymond Chang"
What up, Southside tribe?! Here we have another great episode with our brother Raymond Chang, president of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. This week we discuss the beauty of diversity, the need for cross-racial solidarity in the Church and the body of Christ, as well as some steps to take in reaching that goal.
Go to www.asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com to learn more!
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Episode 604: "God's Work Through Ours"
Southside Tribe!! This week we are back with a heavy-hitter, a sometimes widely debated topic: who's working, us or God? Here we discuss the "both-and" aspect of how God works in the world through us, and without us. We aren't instructed in Scripture to sit idly by, to hope and pray for some miraculous breakthrough (although those can happen). We have been instructed to work, and work as unto the
Episode 603: "Status And Celebrity"
Southside family!! This week we are discussing status and celebrity, and how people, especially today, can be affected, have their perceptions tainted and shifted, all because of a person's status. We also look at the children of Israel in Scripture and how they perceived their king should be. Buckle up, it's about to get real!!
Episode 602: "TENx10 with Raymond Chang"
What's up, Southside fam?! Here we have a very special episode with Raymond Chang, president of the Asian American Christian Collective, introducing a new collective and initiative that we have partnered with: TEN by 10. This initiative is a call to reach 10 million youth for Jesus in the next 10 years, and is rooted in John 10:10 where Jesus says, "I came that they may have life and have it abund
Episode 601: "Don't Hold Back" with David Platt
Southside Tribe!! We are back with Season 6, live in full effect!! This time around we had our brother David Platt come thru and discuss his new book, "Don't Hold Back". Enjoy!
Episode 525: Season Highlights And Wrap-Up
Episode 525: Season Highlights And Wrap-Up by KB and Ameen Hudson
Episode 524: Dangerous Friendship Pt 2: Impressive Or Known?
Episode 524: Dangerous Friendship Pt 2: Impressive Or Known? by KB and Ameen Hudson
Episode 523: "Dangerous Friendship: Part 1"
Episode 523: "Dangerous Friendship: Part 1" by KB and Ameen Hudson
Episode 522: "Dangerous Joy 2: Deny To Enjoy"
Episode 522: "Dangerous Joy 2: Deny To Enjoy" by KB and Ameen Hudson
Episode 521: "Dangerous Joy: Happiness For Holiness"
Southside Tribe! We are back this week, resuming our 'Dangerous Jesus' series, walking through KB's debut book. KB has said 'Dangerous Joy' was his absolute favorite chapter to write, so much so, he wishes he could write an entire book on that very subject. Here we discuss the conundrum of the red tape placed all over God's world, by so many in the Church, and holiness over happiness. But for some
Episode 520: "Impact Over Excellence with WesWriter"
Southside Tribe! We are back this week with another heavy hitter! Today we have Wes (aka WesWriter), one half of the musical powerhouse WEARETHEGOOD, and a major creative force behind the scenes in KB's own artistic endeavors over the past several years. Rock with us as we hear Wes's testimony, how he met KB and Ameen, God's heart for the creative arts, Exodus 31 and so much more!
Episode 519: "LIFT Tour: YPS Conference - Orlando"
Southside Tribe! We got a special one for ya today! Recently, we did a short "podcast tour" with Student Leadership University called YPS (Youth Pastor Summit) where we shared with leaders, pastors and ministers from all over the country. We wanted to share this dynamic experience with you all! Stay tuned for more information on how YOU can request a booking for live podcast tours in your area!!
Episode 518: "Revival: Thriving Thru Thrifting with Caresse"
Southside Tribe! We are back with a sneak uppercut from the depths! This week we have our longtime friend, stylist, fashion designer, entrepreneur extraordinaire and biblical scholar, Caresse. Just one word, like Oprah. Join us and witness the grace that has been bestowed upon her life, her heart for those around her and her thriving thrifting business. We discuss our dependence on the Lord, the e
Episode 517: "Stand For Life with Elizabeth Graham and Benjamin Watson"
Southside Tribe!! We got some strong heavy hitters for ya today!! We got our guy Benjamin Watson back on the show and he brought Elizabeth Graham, both partners in the organization, Stand For Life. This collective educates and equips women and families on what being holistically pro-life is all about, works to bring down blockers to women keeping their pre-born children, and teaches on the image o
Episode 516: "Dangerous Justice Part 2: Social Holiness"
Southside Tribe! We are back with Part 2 of Dangerous Justice, which is really an ongoing conversation we will be injecting throughout our episodes every now and again. This time we are unpacking the virtue of Social Holiness, coined by John Wesley in regards to social justice in the Scriptures. We dive into the context of Micah 6, Matthew 25, and Job 31, where guidelines for the believer's love
Episode 515: "Diversity and A Culture Of Care with Rafy Amador"
Southside Tribe, we back with another fantastic one for ya! Here we chat with our longtime friend and brother in Christ, Rafael Amador, who has a heart for Jesus, justice, discipleship, and the arts. We cover alot of ground here, from studying at a conservative seminary, to believers who deal with same-sex attraction and long to be faithful to Christ, to Jesus' own masculinity in his cultural cont
Episode 514: "Dangerous Justice"
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Dangerous Jesus series! This week on Southside Rabbi, Dangerous Justice is up to bat, and it's a spicy one! Here we discuss complicated truths, uncomfortable realities, and diversified experiences. We address the elephant in the room of "segregated" worship spaces, as well as God's vision for the Church. We ask the questions, "is ignorance really bliss?",
Episode 513: "Artist Highlight: Humility and Failure with Lecrae"
Southside Tribe!! This is the moment sooo many of you have been waiting for! We finally got our big bro Lecrae to slide thru the pod! We discuss so much from the CC4 Tour, to failure and humility, healthy deconstruction and reconstruction, and the polarized realities we are told we need to fit into. Lecrae also shares lessons in empathy, the danger and allure of fame, and breaks down an important
Episode 512: "Dangerous Gospel: Actions Speak Louder"
What's good family!?! We are back with another installment in our "Dangerous Jesus" series (thank you to all who pre-ordered, shared and supported!!), surveying Chapter 3: Dangerous Gospel. Inside, we discuss the similarities between the Gospel and Geico, asking the question, is your gospel "good news" enough to compensate for the bitter "bad news" of the present? We also address what the good new
Episode 511 "Dangerous Faith: Righteousness Over Rhetoric"
Southside Tribe, we are "baik" with another episode in our Dangerous Jesus series, this time touching on Dangerous Faith. We discuss righteousness over rhetoric, as many are unfortunately satisfied with good-talking, rather than good-living. We spend a good minute in 1 Corinthians Chapter 2 and it's context, as well as how to discern the spiritual "giants" among us. KB also shares the story of his
Episode 510: "'Dangerous Jesus' and Asbury University"
What's good, family?! This week we are coming in hot and starting a new series diving into some of the chapters and themes of KB's debut book, 'Dangerous Jesus', available everywhere March 7th!! We touch on the heart and intention behind the book and the title, the two types of "PR" in Christianity, and share thoughts on the phenomenon of the chapel service turned 11-day crusade at Asbury Universi
Episode 509: "Church Hurt with Pastor Jerome Gay Jr."
Episode 509: "Church Hurt with Pastor Jerome Gay Jr." by KB and Ameen Hudson
Episode 508: "Tyre Nichols and The Heart of Policing"
Southside Tribe! We are back with a discussion on the troubling, unnecessary killing of another unarmed man, Tyre Nichols. You most likely have seen some news coverage of this tragic event, and as the story develops and unfolds, we at Southside Rabbi give some initial thoughts on the situation. We also dive into the history of policing in America, as well as some police reform examples and ideas.
Episode 507: "Why So Many Walk Away"
Southside Tribe, we are back in the building this week with another controversial one for ya: why are so many people leaving the church, and in some cases Jesus himself? We do not claim to have all the answers, but by God's grace, we wade through the dense waters of this topic, from sources with articles and polls, personal experiences, and words from the mouths of others. We look at the book of J
Episode 506: "On Healing and Forgiveness feat. Scootie Wop"
Southside Tribe!! We are back with another hot one! This time our guy Scootie Wop joins us for some commentary on reconciliation, which includes healing AND forgiveness. We open with a few laughs (as usual) then move into deeper discussion on biblical forgiveness, and why we shouldn't cheapen it. We also take a look at Jesus' own words on forgiveness, and what it cost Him to earn our deliverance.
Episode 505: "Conspiracy Theories Pt.2"
What's good, family?! Have you ever known anyone who suspected you might be an alien in disguise? Or swore up and down that the Earth is shaped like a frisbee? How about thinking Hillary is the Anti-Christ?! We are back with Part 2 of this very polarizing topic of conspiracy theories - approaching it biblically, culturally, and as always, hilariously! We knew we had to bring this topic back from S
Episode 504: Artist Highlight: "The Discipline Of Wonder with Trip Lee"
Southside Tribe!! We are back with another monument of a man: Mr. Trip Lizzard himself! Our bro came through to talk on God's faithfulness, goodness, and loving consistency. He tells us about why he's excited for 2023, gives details on the illness he is living with, and how the Lord is sustaining him through it all. KB shares the inside scoop on the birthday roast of Trip Lee a few years back, and
Episode 503: "On Sinners and Sufferers"
Southside Tribe, we back with another hitter! This week we are discussing something that troubles all of us one way or another: sin! We talk on root causes, spiritual therapy, taking action against sin early, and bringing our weaknesses TO God, rather than trying to keep them from Him. We also touch on Dane Ortlund's excellent book, Gentle and Lowly, that shows how the main disposition we see of J
