Join Brandon Briscoe as he welcomes missionary Myles Cheadle back to The Postscript Show for an honest update from Nairobi, Kenya.

Many assume Kenya is a Christian nation—but is it truly biblical Christianity? In this conversation, Myles shares what life and ministry are really like on the mission field as he plants a church in one of Africa's fastest-growing cities.

Hear the remarkable true story of a missing young girl, police corruption, and how God intervened in an unforgettable way. Along the way, Myles discusses the challenges of cultural Christianity, prosperity theology, Islam's growing influence, witchcraft, bribery, language learning, raising a family overseas, and what faithful gospel ministry actually looks like in East Africa.

Whether you're interested in missions, church planting, apologetics, or simply want to be encouraged by God's work around the world, this episode offers a candid look at both the hardships and the victories of serving Christ on the mission field.

In this episode:
• Church planting in Nairobi, Kenya
• Is Kenya really a Christian nation?
• Cultural Christianity vs. biblical Christianity
• Prosperity gospel and charismatic influence
• Islam's rapid growth in East Africa
• Witchcraft and tribal religion
• Police corruption and bribery culture
• The incredible story of a missing child
• Raising a family on the mission field
• God's faithfulness through adversity

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In this episode of The Postscript Show, Brandon Briscoe sits down with Dan Reneau, pastor, artist, and art history professor, to explore how the history of Western art reveals the changing worldview of civilization—from medieval Christianity and the Renaissance to modernism, postmodernism, and today's culture.

Together they discuss why people create, what art says about the culture that produces it, and how Christians can understand visual culture without compromising biblical truth. Along the way, they examine the theological influences behind major artistic movements and why understanding art can help believers better engage the world with the gospel.

In this episode:

• Why humans are driven to create

• Medieval art, iconography, and the Renaissance

• Humanism, the Reformation, and the Baroque period

• The Enlightenment and Romanticism

• How photography changed the art world

• Impressionism, Cubism, Dadaism, and Abstract Expressionism

• Postmodernism and today's cultural landscape

• Why art reflects the spiritual condition of society

• How Christians can engage culture with biblical discernment and gospel compassion rather than fear.

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For most Christians, military service and pastoral ministry seem like two very different worlds. One is associated with conflict, discipline, and national defense; the other with discipleship, biblical counseling, and the care of souls.

Yet for a military chaplain, those worlds meet every single day.

In this episode of The Postscript Show, Brandon Briscoe sits down with Lt. Joshua Keatts, Command Chaplain in the United States Navy, to discuss what it means to faithfully minister to sailors during some of life’s most difficult moments—including deployments, combat operations, and the recent conflict involving Iran.

Chaplain Keatts shares his testimony of coming to Christ after joining the military, leaving a promising military career to pursue God’s call to ministry, and now serving aboard the USS Bulkeley by preaching the gospel, providing biblical counseling, discipling sailors, and offering hope in the midst of uncertainty.

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Physician-assisted suicide is rapidly expanding across the Western world. As more governments embrace "assisted dying," Christians are faced with difficult questions about suffering, dignity, compassion, and the sanctity of human life.

In this episode of The Postscript Show, Brandon Briscoe and James Fyffe examine the biblical case against assisted suicide and euthanasia, comparing today's cultural shift with Scripture's teaching that God alone is the giver and taker of life. The discussion explores Canada's MAID program, the moral consequences of redefining human dignity, common arguments in favor of assisted dying, and how Christians should respond with both truth and compassion.

Whether you're trying to understand the ethics of physician-assisted suicide or looking for a biblical framework for end-of-life issues, this conversation will help you think clearly from a Christian worldview.

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Did the Gospel of Mark originally end at Mark 16:8, or do Mark 16:9–20 belong in Scripture? For nearly two centuries, modern textual critics have questioned the authenticity of the final twelve verses of Mark, leading many modern Bible translations to bracket the passage or include editorial notes suggesting it may not have been part of the original text.

In this episode, Brandon Briscoe is joined by Dr. Jim Alter, pastor of Grace Baptist Church and founder of Purified Seven Times, to examine one of the most debated passages in the New Testament.

Rather than focusing solely on competing manuscripts, this episode explores what is ultimately at stake in the debate over Mark 16:9–20. Brandon Briscoe and Dr. Jim Alter discuss how the doctrine of preservation shapes a believer's approach to Scripture, examine the historical testimony of the Church Fathers, and evaluate the claims surrounding Codex Vaticanus and Codex Sinaiticus. They also consider the doctrinal significance of the longer ending of Mark—including Christ's post-resurrection appearances, the Great Commission, the apostolic sign gifts, the Ascension, and the confidence Christians can have that God has faithfully preserved His Word.

Whether you're interested in biblical preservation, textual criticism, church history, or the reliability of Scripture, this conversation offers a detailed look at one of Christianity's most significant textual debates.


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Conflict is everywhere. Nations wage war against nations. Churches divide, families fracture, friendships dissolve, and even within the human heart there is pride, fear, and bitterness. Scripture reveals that conflict is not merely psychological or circumstantial—it is spiritual.

From Satan's rebellion in heaven to the fall of Adam and Eve in the garden, the story of humanity has been marked by disunity and broken fellowship. Yet in the midst of that reality, God reveals Himself as the Great Peacemaker in the short but powerful epistle to Philemon. Through this personal letter, the Apostle Paul provides a living picture of Gospel-centered reconciliation.

In this episode of PostScript, Brandon Briscoe welcomes Pastor John Wright, author of Peacekeepers: Conflict Management and the Epistle to Philemon, for a discussion on the spiritual roots of conflict and the biblical path toward reconciliation. Together, they examine how Paul's mediation between Philemon and Onesimus demonstrates God's heart for restoration, forgiveness, and unity among believers.

Topics discussed include:

• The biblical origin of conflict
• The difference between peacemaking and peacekeeping
• Paul's model of mediation in Philemon
• Practical principles for resolving conflict in the local church
• How the Gospel transforms broken relationships
• Building and maintaining a culture of peace among believers

Whether facing church conflict, family tensions, strained friendships, or personal struggles, listeners will find biblical wisdom and practical guidance for pursuing peace God's way.

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When Christians think of missionary history, the names most often remembered are the bold pioneers, famous martyrs, and larger-than-life evangelists. Yet some of Christ's most influential servants lived lives marked not by public acclaim but by quiet, steadfast faithfulness.

In this episode, we continue our Unknown Missionary series by exploring the life and ministry of Wesley Duewel—missionary to India, missions leader, author, and passionate advocate for prayer. Though his name may not be widely recognized today, his influence has reached across generations and around the world through his teaching, leadership, and deep conviction that the true power behind missions is dependence upon God.

Joining us is James Fyffe as we discuss Duewel's remarkable century-long ministry and the enduring lessons his life offers to ordinary believers who simply desire to obey Christ faithfully.

Whether you are involved in missions, ministry leadership, or personal discipleship, this conversation will encourage you to pursue a life of faithful service and prayerful dependence upon the Lord.

For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 274.

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Few responsibilities shape the next generation more profoundly than parenting, yet few areas of life are more vulnerable to subtle compromise, misplaced priorities, and spiritual drift. Many parents genuinely love their children, provide for their needs, protect them, and give them every opportunity to succeed, yet still unknowingly cultivate homes where Christ is not central, discipleship is neglected, biblical discipline is inconsistent, and a passion for the Lord slowly fades.

In this episode, we examine the hidden patterns that can poison a home over time—not only through overt abuse or hostility, but through distraction, passivity, emotional disengagement, worldly influences, and a lack of intentional spiritual leadership. We discuss the tremendous impact of parental example, the biblical purpose of discipline, the God-given mission of the Christian family, and how parents can cultivate a home where truth, grace, conviction, and authentic faith thrive together.

Whether you are raising young children, shepherding teenagers, preparing for parenthood, or reflecting on your own upbringing, this conversation offers a sobering yet practical challenge to evaluate the spiritual culture of your home and embrace God's design for biblical parenting.

Today, we are joined by Pastor Justin Trotter of Callie Harbin Baptist Church and a recent guest host on PS+, where he has been exploring the dangers of "Poisonous Parenting" and calling believers back to a Christ-centered vision for the home.

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There is a theological thread woven throughout Scripture that many Christians have never fully traced—a theme that stretches from Eden to eternity, from the wilderness tabernacle to the New Jerusalem. It is the story of God dwelling with humanity.

In this episode, we explore the "Seven Temples" of the Bible and uncover how each temple reveals something profound about God's character, humanity's rebellion, Christ's redemptive work, and the ultimate purpose of history itself. From the Ark of the Covenant and the glory of Solomon's Temple to the New Testament believer and the future temple yet to come, this conversation brings together prophecy, theology, typology, and the gospel into one sweeping biblical narrative. If you enjoy seeing how the whole Bible connects, this episode will be deeply rewarding.

To discuss today's topic, we are joined by Sam Miles, President of the Living Faith Bible Institute and a Biblical Studies instructor at LFBI.

For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 272.

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For centuries, Christians have wrestled with one of the most important questions in theology: when Jesus says, “No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him,” what exactly does He mean? Is Christ describing an irresistible act of divine selection given only to a predetermined few, or is He revealing the gracious provision of God through the very person and work of Christ Himself?

As we look at the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, is there an emphasis on an unconditional decree, or does the instruction reveal an all-sufficient Christ who satisfies the deepest hunger of mankind? Whether you are firmly committed to Calvinism, deeply opposed to it, or simply trying to understand the text more clearly, today’s episode aims to challenge assumptions, sharpen biblical thinking, and ultimately point listeners back to the beauty and sufficiency of Christ.

For this conversation, we are joined by Leighton Flowers, professor of theology at Trinity Seminary and host of the Soteriology 101 podcast. Leighton has recently written a book called Drawn by Jesus, a direct engagement with the Calvinistic interpretation of John 6 and a response to the arguments popularized by James White.

For more information, follow the link to read the notes for Episode 271.

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What do you do when you're on the mission field and the plan you penciled down doesn’t work out the way you imagined—when your circumstances are less than ideal? For a lot of missionaries—and honestly, for anyone serious about ministry—trusting God with the unknown is just part of the experience. You don’t always get to choose the setting, the timing, or the conditions… but you do get to choose how you respond.

Faith has a way of shifting your perspective. Instead of slipping into a “woe is me” mindset, faith gives you the resolve to work with whatever God has put in front of you—even if it’s not what you would’ve picked. Whether it’s a living room, a coffee shop, or something completely unexpected, the question isn’t whether it’s ideal—it’s whether you’ll be faithful with it.

Today we’re joined by Kale Horvath, a missionary who has spent just over five years ministering in Budapest. As part of our ongoing series, “The Dilemma of Church Spaces,” he shares the story of how God provided a meeting space for their growing church—an unexpected provision that reminds us how the Lord works through simple faith and a willingness to use whatever He puts in front of us.

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Few doctrines stir up more unease in the modern church than the topic of hell. Even recently in the Christian podcast world, debates on the doctrine of hell have been highly publicized. Long-held assumptions about hell and damnation are being challenged by a broader cultural discomfort with the idea of divine judgment.

Many believers have recently been asking: Is conscious torment biblical? Is hell a place where all the unjust live eternally? In this episode, we step into that very debate—not to inflame controversy, but to carefully examine what the Bible says about the eternal destiny of the lost, the character of God, and the urgency of the gospel.

Join us as we discuss the traditional view, as well as Universalism and Annihilationism, in light of what the Bible actually says. For this conversation, we are joined by Dr. Chris Best, instructor of Missiology at the Living Faith Bible Institute.

For more information on this topic, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 269.

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Dispensationalism has been all over theological and political media recently. It is often discussed but frequently misunderstood and, at times, dismissed by those who have never carefully examined it. As a framework for understanding the Bible, dispensationalism has taken many forms and expressions…

So what is dispensationalism?

Does it have historical precedent, or is it merely an invention of post-Enlightenment Zionists? Is dispensationalism forcing something onto the text that isn’t there, or is it simply drawing out a framework already embedded in the fabric of Scripture itself? What should dispensationalism look like? Can it be defined using the Bible itself?

In this episode, we take a closer look at the idea of God’s unfolding administration across time. Along the way, we challenge common misconceptions, reconsider false assumptions, and explore why a clear, biblically grounded understanding of dispensations matters for how we interpret the whole of God’s Word.

For this conversation, we are joined by Dr. James Fazio, Dean of Bible and Theology at Southern California Seminary, and co-editor and contributor to Discovering Dispensationalism: Tracing the Development of Dispensational Thought from the First to the Twenty-First Century.

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For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 268.

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Has God been changing the way He saves people throughout history—or has the message always been the same? Were people under the Law saved by keeping the Law—or has it always been grace through faith? If salvation is by grace through faith today, what exactly saved people before the cross?

In this episode of The Postscript, we tackle an often-misunderstood aspect of dispensational theology, the relationship between the dispensations and the gospel itself. From Eden to the Church age, we trace the thread of redemption and confront the claim that Scripture presents multiple ways of salvation. Instead, we uncover a powerful, unifying truth—every dispensation declares the same saving reality: grace through faith. Join us as we bring clarity to progressive revelation, challenge common objections, and show how the finished work of Christ stands at the center of God’s plan in every age.

We are joined by Kale Horvath, a missionary and church planter in Budapest Hungary—a graduate of LFBI—and author of “Brainwashed: Deconstructing the Battle for our Minds”. We are so glad to have him with us to discuss this critical subject.

For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 267.

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Few questions shape our confidence in the Bible more than this one: Has God actually preserved His words for us today? Most Christians readily affirm that Scripture was inspired in the beginning—but far fewer have considered what it means for God to preserve His word through history. In this episode, we explore the doctrine of preservation by looking at the Bible’s own testimony about its endurance, the process by which Scripture was written, copied, and transmitted through generations, and why this issue ultimately forces every believer to make a decision about the authority of the Bible they hold in their hands. If God promised to preserve His words, where can they be found—and what does that mean for the church?

 
Pastor Troy Stogsdill of First Baptist Church of New Philadelphia recently completed a thoughtful and challenging sermon series titled The Promise of Preservation.  Today he and I will explore the central ideas of the series and why it remains a vital issue for the certainty and authority of the word of God today. 

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In an expensive city, “meeting space” is one of the greatest tests to the fidelity of a pastor’s vision. Where you gather shapes how you gather, what you can sustain, and how your people think about stewardship, stability, and mission. And when a church doesn’t own its space, it lives with a constant paradox: the freedom of being nimble next to the vulnerability of being temporary. Today’s episode is about that pressure—how to steward God’s resources wisely—and how to keep the mission central when the ground keeps shifting underneath you—how do we think biblically about buildings without making buildings the goal.

Our guest is Mike Reneau, a church planting pastor who’s been in Boston since 2020. Mike and his team began with a small core and initially rented a beautiful, affordable church space downtown with room to grow—until they were asked to leave by the owners because of their position on the King James Bible, forcing them to start fresh. Since then, the work has adapted, relocating to Newton, Massachusetts, where the context is more family-centric and the ministry rhythms have had to mature. In our conversation, Mike shares what he’s learned about stewardship, urban ministry realities, ownership versus renting, and how a church can stay light on its feet without losing its footing.

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Every growing church eventually runs into a question that isn’t just practical—it’s pastoral: What do we do when the work is outgrowing the room?

 
A building can be a blessing, but it can also become a bottleneck. And when a congregation has poured love, labor, and resources into a space, the thought of moving on to a new building brings real tension—feelings of uncertainty and—not to mention— the potential for distraction from the mission.

 
In today’s episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to pursue more space without losing spiritual focus: how to think clearly about stewardship, how to lead people through change, and how to make decisions that keep prayer, evangelism, and discipleship at the center.
My guest is Lee Ridings, pastor of Greater Hope Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia. Lee planted the church about twelve years ago, now the congregation is filling the pews and outgrowing their space, forcing a new season of questions that should help pastors and church planters trust the Lord for “space” in his timing.

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Baptism is one of the most familiar practices in Christianity—and one of the most misunderstood. Is it a symbol, a sacrament, a step of obedience, or the moment salvation happens? In this episode we trace baptism throughout the Bible and through its many different religious expressions in order to find out what’s doctrinally true. Along the way we tackle infant baptism, baptismal regeneration, “baptism by fire,” and why Baptists have historically treated baptism as an ordinance rather than a saving act. If you’ve ever wondered why sincere believers disagree so sharply on something practiced in nearly every church, this conversation will help you see both the history and the doctrine with clarity.

Today we’re joined by Dr. Chris Best, instructor of Missiology at the Living Faith Bible Institute. Dr. Best has spent years helping students think carefully about the church’s mission and how doctrine shapes practice in real ministry contexts. His passion for Scripture and clarity in theological issues make him especially helpful for a discussion like this one. Dr. Best, we’re grateful to have you with us—welcome to the show.

For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 263.

Additionally, listen to Episode 190: The Age of Accountability According to Scripture, for complementary information.

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Before we can debate buildings, budgets, or strategy, it’s probably important that we address a simpler question: what did Jesus and the apostles actually mean by “the church”? The New Testament presents the church not as a place but as a gathered people—living, mobile, and shaped to meet the needs of the world they were sent to. In this episode of The Postscript, we step into first-century Christianity to explore how believers met, why homes were so common, what their gatherings focused on, and which patterns were the result of circumstance and which were the result of biblical commands. The goal isn’t to copy the early church mechanically, but to understand the principles that free churches today to adapt faithfully—so that our spaces serve the mission instead of defining it.

Our guest today is Pastor Dan Reneau, faculty professor of Biblical Studies at the Living Faith Bible Institute. Dan has served on the front lines of church planting and now finds himself helping support and a new work in St. Louis, giving him both the perspective of a planter and the responsibility of helping church planters. Because of that experience, the question of meeting spaces is personal to how he understands the church's mission.

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In ministry circles we often repeat the phrase, “God doesn’t call the equipped—He equips the called.” But what if that well-meaning statement leaves out something essential? Throughout Scripture, the men God used most were not rushed into leadership—they were shaped, tested, humbled, and prepared long before they were ever placed in front of people. Moses learned obscurity before shepherding a nation, David fought private battles before public ones, Joseph managed faithfully before ruling, and the disciples followed long before they were sent. In this episode we explore the difference between being trained and being formed—between gaining ministry skills and becoming the kind of person God can trust with souls—and why recovering a biblical view of preparation may be one of the most important conversations for the next generation of church leaders.

Today we’re joined by Mitch Dobson, an instructor of Bible Survey at the Living Faith Bible Institute. His heart for discipleship and leadership development makes him especially well-suited for a conversation about how God prepares people for ministry, not just in knowledge but in character.

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