The Physics of Faith
This podcast explores what it means to live an authentic Christian faith in today's world. Each episode discusses relevant cultural topics and looks to the Bible for answers to practical and deep questions. The show aims to help listeners navigate modern life with a grounded, faith-based perspective.
Episodes
The Life of Peter | Jesus Calls Peter
Tommy and Tim start a new series around the life of Peter, recounting the moments of Peter's life we have written in the New testament.We start with the story of Jesus calling Peter to become a fisher of men in Luke chapter 5.If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so here: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
When The Dead Saints were Raised at Jesus Resurrection
Tim and Brandon discus the passage in Matthew 27, in which the dead saints are seen walking through the city after Jesus resurrection. What happened, why did it happen, and what can we learn from it?
Bible Study: Jonah Chapter Four
Tim and Tommy finish the book of Jonah, discussing the prophet's response to God's mercy on Nineveh.If you would like to support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
How to Write a Sermon
Tim and Brandon discuss the art of homiletics, or how to write a sermon. This is a simple and fun look at the process, and explanation of the elements placed in a message.If you'd like to support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
Bible Study: Jonah Chapter Three
Tim and Tommy read and discuss Jonah chapter three, reviewing Jonah's actions after leaving the whale, and Nineveh's response to the message he delivers.To Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
The Legalism of the Pharisees
Tim and Brandon review some of the traps laid by the Pharisees for Jesus, and how Jesus rebuked them for their legalism and hypocrisy.If you would like to support the Physics of Faith: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
Bible Study: Jonah Chapter Two
Tim and Tommy continue through the book of Jonah, reading Jonah's prayer from in the belly of the "whale."If you would like to support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
Sermon: The Fall and Rise of Man
Tim preaches out of Genesis Chapter Three, explaining the fall of man, and God's plan for redemption.
Bible Study: Jonah Chapter One
Tim and Tommy dive into the book of Jonah, and discuss the life of the prophet who ran from God's calling.If you would like to support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
The Sign of Jonah
Jesus tells the Pharisees that the only sign they will receive is the sign of Jonah. What does this mean? Tim and Brandon take a look at what the scripture says about this sign, and those who ask for signs.For opportunities to support the Physics of Faith, go here: https://buymeacoffee.com/physicsoffaith
The Life of David: The Death of David
Tommy and Tim discuss the death of King David, and the passing of the kingdom to Solomon, his son.
The Beatitudes: Part Three
Tim and Brandon wrap up their series on the beatitudes from the sermon on the mount. What did Jesus mean when He said blessed are the peacemakers? How do we find joy in persecution? How does this apply to our daily life?
The Life of David: David Mourns Absolom
Tommy and Tim read about the defeat of Absolom, and David's response to losing the son that rebelled against him.
The Beatitudes: Part Two
Tim and Brandon continue through the beatitudes that Jesus preached at the sermon on the mount. What does it mean to hunger and thirst for righteousness, to be merciful, or to be pure at heart?
The Life of David: Absolom Rebels
Tommy and Tim continue the story of David, in which David's son, Absolom, rebels against his father and devises a plan to name himself king.
The Beatitudes: Part One
Tim and Brandon start a three part series about the beatitudes preached by Jesus at the Sermon on the mount. What does it mean to be poor in spirit? How do we at with gentleness? Where is the comfort in our mourning?
Life of David: David Repents
Tommy and Tim discuss David repenting for his sin of killing Uriah, and the aftermath of his sin.
Sermon: Letting go of Greed
Tommy delivers a Sunday morning message about greed, and how it is more than just a desire for money, and why we should guard against it.
The Life of David: David and Bathsheba
Tommy and Tim discuss David's affair with the wife of Uriah, how it came to be, and David's attempt to cover it up.
Christian Empathy
Tim and Brandon discuss empathy, what the Bible says about it, and how Christians can rightly use it, or wrongly overuse it. Empathy is a tool in the believer's tool belt, and we should approach it with wisdom.
The Life of David: David and the Ark
Tommy and Tim read through 2nd Samuel chapter six, and how David brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, the new capital and city of David.
Sermon: The Gift of Faith
Tim preaches on the gift of faith during a series about the gifts of the spirit described in 1st Corinthians 12.
The Life of David: David is Crowned King
Tommy and Tim discuss David being named King over all of Israel, taking the city of Jerusalem, fighting the Philistines, and some of his character flaws beginning to appear.
Belief Statements: The World
Tim and Brandon wrap up their belief statement series discussing topics like Culture, Inclusion, and Substance Abuse, asking how the world approaches things versus how the church should.
The Life of David: The Death of Saul
Tommy and Tim read 2nd Samuel chapter one, and discuss David's reaction to the news of Saul, and Jonathan's, death.
Belief Statements: Gender
Tim and Brandon discuss the church's belief statements on Identity and Women in Leadership, and what the Bible says about both.
The Life of David: David Spares King Saul
Tommy and Tim continue the story of David in 1st Samuel 24, reviewing David's chance meeting with Saul in a cave, and how the warrior refused to murder the king who had been hunting him.
Belief Statements: Sex and Procreation
Tim and Brandon discuss the church's beliefs on Sexual Purity, Marriage & Divorce, and Abortion.
The Life of David: David and Jonathan
Tommy and Tim read through 1st Samuel chapter 20, reviewing the relationship of David and Jonathan, and how the two exhibited brotherly love despite their circumstances.
Belief Statements: Stewardship and Servanthood
Tim and Brandon continue the Belief Statement series with statements on Creation, Stewardship, and Foot-Washing.
Life of David: David Marries Michal
Tommy and Tim discuss Saul's growing jealousy for David, his attempts to kill him, and how it results in David marrying his daughter, Michal.
Belief Statements: Christian Living
Tim and Brandon Continue their series on the church's belief statements, focusing on Christian living. In this episode they discuss their statements around prayer, baptism, child dedication, and the gifts of the Spirit.
The Life of David: David vs Goliath
Tommy and Tim continue through the life of David, exploring the story of David facing off against the giant, Goliath.
Belief Statements: Church Life
Tim and Brandon discuss the belief statements of their church, focusing on those that center around church life, and fellowship with the believers. They discuss the authority of scripture, membership, tithing, and communion.
The Life of David: David is Anointed
Tim and Tommy change up the normal bible study routine, and rather than read one book straight through, they are starting in 1st Samuel chapter 16, as we read about the life of David.In this chapter we meet David, a young shepherd boy, who is handsome, talented, and anointed to be the next king of Israel.
Belief Statements: On Redemption
Tim and Brandon break down the church's belief statements on Sin, Resurrection, Salvation, Grace, and Absolution.
Bible Study: Titus Chapter Three
Tim and Tommy wrap up the book of Titus with a review of chapter three.
Belief Statements: The Godhead
Tim and Brandon begin a series that examines the belief statements of the church, beginning with statements on God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Trinity.
Bible Study: Titus Chapter Two
Tim and Tommy continue through the book of Titus, discussing Paul's letter to the church leader in Crete.
The Church and Charity
Tim and Brandon discuss the responsibility of the church to help those in need, what the scripture says about this, and what practically it might look like, while also discussing what it doesn't look like.
Bible Study: Titus Chapter One
Tim and Tommy break down the book of Titus, starting in Chapter One.
Jesus Saves us From Sin
Starting with the words of the Angel to Joseph in Matthew chapter one, Tim discusses why Jesus came down to earth, and how His ultimate purpose was to set us free from sin.Many thanks to those who have supported us and engaged with this content, we hope our efforts have blessed you in some way, and have helped you grow in your walk with Jesus.
A Christmas Reading
Readings from Isaiah and Luke, highlighting the Christmas story.Credit to https://www.FesliyanStudios.com for the background music.
Avoiding the Appearance of Evil
Tim and Brandon discuss the text from 1st Thessalonians 5:22; what it means, how it's translated, and how we apply it in our lives today.
A Breakdown of John 21:15-23
Tim reads through this conversation between Jesus and Peter recorded in John 21, and attempts to pull out a lesson we can apply to our lives today.
The Importance of Repentance
Tim and Brandon discuss repentance, what the Bible teaches about it, and how we should approach it in our own lives.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Twelve
Tim and Tommy wrap up the book of Daniel, finishing chapter twelve, as Daniel's prophecies come to an end.
Is this an accurate description of Jesus?
Tim and Brandon break down a popular progressive christian meme, discussing the truth, inaccuracies, and straw men being propped up.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Eleven
Tim and Tommy continue through the prophecies in the book of Daniel, reading through the historically accurate Daniel chapter eleven.
Christian Symbolism
Tim and Brandon discuss some popular Christian Symbols, the appeal of symbolism, and how we create reminders in our lives regarding the things of God.Resource: https://www.fisheaters.com/symbols.html
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Ten
Tim and Tommy continue through the book of Daniel, discussing Daniel's visions and the end-time prophecies attached.
Thoughts and Prayers
Tim and Brandon discuss the term, "thoughts and prayers," how it's used, why it angers some, and what we as Christians should think in times of tragedy and uncertainty.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Nine
Tim and Tommy read through Daniel's prayer in chapter nine, and discuss why Daniel was praying, and how we can inform our own prayer lives with Daniel's style of praying.
Discussing Till We Have Faces
Tim and Tim discuss Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis in the latest episode of reading Christian Fiction.An amazing retelling of the myth of Psyche and Cupid, Lewis' masterpiece explores themes about the divine, love, death, and so much more. The Tims discuss what little they can in an hour conversation.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Eight
Tim and Tommy continue through the book of Daniel, discussing Daniel's visions. Daniel sees a strange ram, followed by a strange goat, and has an angelic voice explain to him his vision.
Slavery in the Bible: A Sermon
Pastor Brandon teaches on the topic of slavery in the Bible, and what God's heart is around this topic.This can be a difficult topic to grasp, often times proved by skeptics that misquote the Bible, dropping all context, in an attempt to make God sound evil.As believers, what do we need to know about what the Bible says about slavery? We hope to answer that question with this teaching, but enc
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Seven
Tim and Tommy ready through Daniel chapter seven, and discuss the prophecy there-in.What are these four beasts? Where have we seen that imagery before? What's it all mean?
Confrontation in the Church
Tim and Brandon discuss a recent sermon series Brandon taught on how to confront others in the church, using the book of Philemon as a guide.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Six
Tim and Tommy read Daniel chapter six, the story of Daniel and the lion's den. Why was Daniel thrown in? How did the king react compared to previous kings? How do we apply this story today?
The Tower of Siloam
Tim and Brandon read Luke 13:1-9, in which Jesus discusses an event of blood being mingled in sacrifices, and the Tower of Siloam falling and killing 18 people.Did these people die as judgement from God for their sins? Did those who live have more righteousness? What did Jesus have to say about sin, judgement, and repentance in this conversation?
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Five
Tim and Tommy continue through the Book of Daniel, and read chapter five. They discuss the story that coins the phrase, "the writing is on the wall," and how the Babylonian empire is passed to the Medo-Persians.
Taming the Tongue with Carly Hunter
Carly, teaching out of the book of James, discussing how our words effect our witness, and why it's important to tame our tongues.This sermon was originally preached at the South Side Church of God on Father's Day, June 15th, 2025.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Four
Tim and Tommy read through another famous story from the book of Daniel, following Nebuchadnezzars transformation and redemption.
The Authority of Scripture
Tim and Brandon discuss the authority of scripture, Sola Scriptura, and how we balance the scripture with tradition and church offices.
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Three
Tim and Tommy read Daniel chapter three and break down the story of the fiery furnace.
Jesus Never Said...
Tim and Brandon discuss the awful argument of, "Well, Jesus never said anything about..."
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter Two
Tim and Tommy read the story of King Nebuchadnezzar's first dream, and how Daniel interprets it.
What is Progressive Christianity?
Tim and Brandon dive into the beliefs of Progressive Christianity, and discuss how it misses the mark of genuine Christianity.https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/political-progressive-conservative-christians/
Bible Study: Daniel Chapter One
Tim and Tommy dive into the Old Testament for the first time in the Bible Study series and look at the prophetic book of Daniel. Chapter on begins with Babylon capturing Judah and Daniel and his friends being taken into the service of King Nebuchadnezzar.
Sermon: The Prodigal Son
A sermon given at South Side Church of God on May 18th, 2025, Tim preaches on the parable of the prodigal son and breaks down the three characters from the story.
Bible Study: The Book of Jude
Tim and Tommy read and discuss the book of Jude. Written by the half brother of Jesus, Jude is incredibly relevant today, as the writer encourages us to contend for the faith and reject false teachers.
What is Proof Texting?
Tim and Brandon discuss the trap of Proof Texting, the need for Hermeneutics, and how context matters when studying the Bible.https://carlsweatman.wordpress.com/2010/08/04/problems-with-proof-texting-1/https://www.biblestudy.org/beginner/definition-of-christian-terms/prooftexting.html#google_vignette https://kainosproject.com/2021/09/09/proof-texting/https://seminary.grace.edu/what-is-biblical-her
Bible Study: Second Thessalonians Chapter Three
Tim and Tommy wrap up Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, discussing Paul's take on disassociating with those who do not live like Christians, working for your food, and not being a busy body.
Ordo Amoris | Is It Biblical?
Tim and Brandon break down the concept of Ordo Amoris, or an Ordered Love, as posited by Augustine. Is it Biblical? Are their practical applications for it today? Can it be true and misapplied?
Bible Study: Second Thessalonians Chapter Two
Tim and Tommy break down 2nd Thessalonians chapter two, discussing the end times, the anti-christ, and Paul's wisdom and instruction for a church concerned about missing the boat.
Christian Fiction | Joshua by Joseph Grizone
Tim and Tim discuss the book Joshua, written by Joseph Grizone, and published originally in 1983.They discuss the themes, the takeaways, and even the concerns when reading a fictional Christian work, especially one that attempts to depict Jesus in a modern setting.
Bible Study: Second Thessalonians Chapter One
Tim and Tommy continue through the epistles of Paul to the Thessalonians, and discuss the follow up Paul writes to his first letter.
Conversations Around Easter | Replay
This episodes is excerpts from three previous episode; The Secrets of Easter, Communion, and the Suffering of Jesus.Tim and Brandon discuss Easter week topics, such as the myths around Easter's origins, Jesus at the last supper, and the betrayals He endured before crucifixion.
Bible Study: First Thessalonians Chapter Five
Tim and Tommy finish up 1st Thessalonians, discussing Paul's instruction to the church regarding the end times, working, and love.
The Bethel Bears
Tim and Brandon discuss 2nd Kings Chapter Two and the story of Elijah and the two bears at Bethel.Dis the bears kill 42 children? Who was responsible, God or Elijah? Was this an overreaction?
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