Naughty vs Nice: A Christian Podcast

1: Knowing God: A 7-Part Series on His Divine Attributes

Most people imagine God as if He’s like us — needing love, needing worship, needing a reason to act. But what if the truth is far more powerful? What if God doesn't need anything from us... and still chooses to pursue us?
In this episode, Todd and Laura explore the solidariness of God — the reality that He is self-sufficient, self-existent, and entirely complete within Himself. You’ll discover how this foundational truth reshapes everything we think about God's love, holiness, and presence.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why God’s independence is good news for you✅ How a need-less God still chooses to love freely✅ The difference between worshipping out of need vs. delight✅ How God’s holiness isn’t just moral perfection—it’s utter otherness✅ Why understanding God's self-sufficiency leads to deeper worship
✨ If you’ve ever wondered, "What could God possibly want from me?" — this episode will show you the beauty of a God who wants you simply because He loves you, not because He needs you.
🎧 Listen now and let the truth of God’s nature change how you see everything.
Who is God—really? Too often, we create a version of Him that fits our preferences, but the Bible reveals His true nature. In this powerful 7-part series, we dive deep into God’s divine attributes—what they mean, why they matter, and how they impact our faith.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The solitary nature of God—why He is self-sufficient and needs nothing outside Himself✅ How God’s holiness sets Him apart from everything else✅ The unchanging character of God and why His promises remain firm✅ What it means that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present✅ Why understanding God's attributes transforms our worship, prayers, and daily walk
✨ If you want to move beyond a shallow faith and truly KNOW who God is, this series is for you!
🎧 Listen now and deepen your understanding of the One True God!
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References:Calvanist: A person who follows the teachings of John Calvin. Learn more about the theology in the link. Gnosticism:The belief that each individual has the divine within. This is a false religion that continues in today’s world through many religions. Reformed: Reformed churches believe people are saved by faith, and not by any good works. They also believe in predestination. For more information, check out the link. 
CS. Lewis: The eternal Dance
Tim Keller
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2: Knowing God: (Part 2) God's Will vs My Will

In this raw and honest episode, Todd and Laura pull back the curtain on their opposite spiritual journeys—one shaped by rebellion and occult deception, the other by religious performance and disappointment.
Todd chased fulfillment through art, alcohol, and hidden forms of spirituality… only to realize he had wandered deep into the occult without knowing it.Laura followed all the “Christian rules”—Bible school, marriage, morality—and still found herself empty.
Together, they unpack the myth that good behavior equals blessing, and that rebellion makes you hopeless.The truth? Only Jesus can truly fulfill—and both “naughty” and “nice” people need Him equally.
🔍 In this episode:
Why religious formulas don’t lead to transformation
How deception can masquerade as spiritual fulfillment
What it really means to relate to Jesus instead of perform for Him
How grace levels the playing field for both the rule-breakers and the rule-followers
Whether you’re burned out on religion or trying to earn your way into God’s favor—this conversation will shake up your assumptions and point you toward the freedom you were made for.
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References: 
Matthew 6:9-13, John 18, Deuteronomy 31:6, Acts 2, Matthew 19:23-26, Mark 10:25, Luke 18:25, Romans 8:28, Genesis 3:19, Matthew 21:12-13, Mark 11:15-16, John 2:15, Isaiah 56:7, Tim Keller Sermon
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3: Knowing God (Part 3): The Unchanging Nature of God

🔎 "Knowing God (Part 3): The Unchanging Nature of God" 🔥
Does God change? In a world that is constantly shifting, many wonder if God adapts, evolves, or alters His plans. But the Bible reveals a foundational truth: God is unchanging. His character, His promises, and His truth remain the same—yesterday, today, and forever.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What it means that God is immutable—and why that’s GOOD news✅ How God’s unchanging nature gives us security and confidence in our faith✅ Why God’s promises never fail, even when our circumstances change✅ How the immutability of God connects to His holiness, justice, and love✅ Why understanding this attribute transforms your trust in Him
✨ If you’ve ever wondered whether God’s will, His laws, or His love could change, this episode will give you the biblical truth you need!
🎧 Listen now and discover the rock-solid foundation of God’s unchanging nature!
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References:
John 13:17, John 3:18, Romans 8:29, Ephesians 1, 2, & 3, Genesis 11, Genesis 21 
CS Lewis - The Eternal Dance, Tower of Babel - Smithsonian Video, Congregation of Shema Israel - quote, Occult - To conceal, to hide, from occultare - to secrete
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4: Knowing God (Part 4): The Goodness of God & Why It Changes Everything

🔎 "Knowing God (Part 4): The Goodness of God & Why It Changes Everything" 🔥
If God is truly good, why do we experience suffering and hardship? In this episode, we explore the goodness of God—what it really means, how it shapes our faith, and why understanding His goodness changes everything about how we trust Him.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What God’s goodness actually means—and how it differs from worldly definitions✅ How God’s goodness is constant, even in trials and suffering✅ The connection between God’s goodness, justice, and mercy✅ Why trusting in the goodness of God transforms how we pray and live✅ How to hold on to God's goodness when life feels unfair
✨ If you've ever doubted God’s goodness or wondered how to trust Him in hard times, this episode will give you the biblical truth you need!
🎧 Listen now and discover why God's goodness is the foundation of our faith!
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References:
Exodus 33:18-19, Romans 8:28, Genesis 18, 1 Samuel 17,  Hebrews 9, Isaiah, Zechariah 9:12, Exodus 3, 1 Samuel 16, Shekinah Glory, Pagan - biblical definition and definition, Prosperity Gospel, Kevin DeYoung Article, Scientology Documentary (there are some bad words in here, sorry!)
 
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5: Knowing God (Part 5): What is Gods Wrath and Why It Brings Hope

🔎 "Knowing God (Part 5): The Justice of God & Why It Brings Hope" 🔥
If God is just, why does evil seem to go unpunished? Does God’s justice mean judgment—or can it actually bring hope? In this episode, we explore the justice of God—what it means, how it aligns with His love, and why His perfect justice is a reason for joy, not fear.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What God’s justice really means—beyond human ideas of fairness✅ Why God's justice is not in conflict with His mercy✅ How the Bible shows God defending the oppressed and holding the wicked accountable✅ What God’s justice means for salvation, judgment, and eternity✅ How trusting in God’s justice brings peace in a broken world
✨ If you've ever struggled with understanding God's justice—or wondered how to trust Him in an unfair world—this episode will give you the biblical truth you need!
🎧 Listen now and discover why God's justice is good news!
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References:
John 3:16-18, 35-36, Romans 6, John 2:14-15, Psalms 14, Romans 3, Jonah 3, Matthew 21:12-13, John 2:13-16, Matthew 26:67, Matthew 27:30, John 19:3
Diane Langberg Redeeming Power: Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church
Christianity.com
I, Joan opening monologue
 
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6: Knowing God (Part 6): What is God's Sovereignty and Why it Matters

🔎 "Knowing God (Part 6): The Power of God & His Sovereign Authority" 🔥
How powerful is God, really? Can anything limit Him? In this episode, we explore the power of God—what it means for Him to be all-powerful (omnipotent) and how His sovereign authority shapes everything in creation, history, and our personal lives.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What it means that God is all-powerful—and why that’s good news✅ How God's authority extends over nations, history, and individuals✅ The difference between God’s power and human strength✅ Why trusting in God’s sovereignty brings peace in uncertain times✅ How God’s power is displayed in creation, salvation, and His ultimate plan
✨ If you've ever questioned God's power or wondered how it affects your life, this episode will give you the biblical truth you need!
🎧 Listen now and discover the strength of our sovereign God!
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Hosts: Todd & Laura
Music: Stephen Elkins
 
References:
2 Kings 19:35, 1 Samuel 19:1-17, Ezekiel 7:7-10, Exodus 36:1-5, 1 Samuel 16:14, Romans 8, Matthew 1:18-25, Exodus 34:7*, Genesis 2:18, Hebrews 9:13-14, Ephesians 1:13, Strong’s Concordance: Power, Thesis, Antithesis & Synthesis
*Todd referred to this verse as being in Genesis
 
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7: Knowing God (Part 7): What does it mean to have faith?

🔎 "Knowing God (Part 7): Faith in God & Trusting Him Fully" 🔥
What does it mean to have true faith in God? Is faith just believing, or is it something deeper? In this final episode of our Knowing God series, we break down what biblical faith really is, how to trust God fully, and what happens when we step out in faith—even when we don’t have all the answers.
🚨 In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What faith in God really means (and what it’s NOT)✅ How to trust God fully even when life doesn’t make sense✅ Why faith is more than feelings—it’s about action and obedience✅ The connection between God’s character and our faith✅ How to grow unshakable faith that stands firm in trials
✨ If you’ve ever struggled with doubt or wanted a stronger faith, this episode will equip you with the biblical truth you need!
🎧 Listen now and learn how to deepen your trust in God!
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Music: Stephen Elkins
 
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References: 
Genesis 3, Genesis 6, Genesis 9, Genesis 12, Genesis 15, Genesis 17, 2 Samuel 11; Movies: Matrix,Dune; Kit Culver Sermon Series, Stephen Wellem
 

TRAILER : Finding Freedom: Letting Go of Perfection & Embracing Grace

🔎 "Finding Freedom: Letting Go of Perfection & Embracing Grace" 🎙️
Are you exhausted from trying to be good enough? Do you ever feel like you’re measuring yourself by impossible standards? In this trailer, we introduce the powerful message behind Naughty vs Nice—why God’s grace is greater than our failures and how letting go of perfection leads to true freedom in Christ.
🚨 In This Trailer, We Cover:✅ Why God doesn’t measure us the way we measure ourselves✅ How failure can actually be a good thing in God’s plan✅ Why perfectionism keeps us trapped in spiritual exhaustion✅ What it means to trust in God’s grace instead of our own strength
✨ If you've ever felt like you’re never “good enough” in your faith, this podcast will challenge and encourage you!
🎧 Listen now and start your journey toward real freedom in Christ!
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