Everyday Theology In Plain English
What if theology didn’t feel intimidating—but inspiring?
Everyday Theology in Plain English helps ordinary believers explore who God is and how His truth changes real life. In each short, conversational episode, host Charlie Miller breaks down big biblical ideas into simple, practical truths you can actually use — from understanding Scripture to trusting God in everyday moments.
No jargon. No lectures. Just real conversations about who God is, what He’s like, and why that matters for your Monday morning.
📖 Season 1: God’s Word for Real People
Learn how to trust the Bible, study it with confidence, and build your life on its truth. Over 18 episodes, you’ll discover that theology isn’t just for pastors or professors — it’s for anyone who wants to know God more deeply and follow Him more faithfully.
Because God isn’t hiding from you.
He wants to be known — and that’s exactly what we’re here to explore.
Everyday Theology In Plain English
The Bible Has the Final Say (Even When Culture Disagrees) - S1E4
Nobody likes being told what to do. So why should the Bible have authority over your life?
In this episode, we're tackling one of the most uncomfortable topics in Christianity: biblical authority. Maybe you've had bad experiences with people using the Bible to control others, or you've wondered why God gave you a brain if you're just supposed to follow an ancient book. But here's what might surprise you: what if the Bible's authority isn't about restriction at all — what if it's actually about freedom? Discover why having a reliable standard for truth is exactly what you need to navigate life with confidence.
"Biblical authority isn't God trying to limit our freedom — it's God trying to protect our freedom by showing us what actually works."
In This Episode, You'll Discover:
- Biblical authority means the Bible has the right to command our beliefs and behavior because it comes from God himself
- God's authority comes from his perfect knowledge of reality, human nature, and what leads to true flourishing
- Biblical authority is an expression of God's love, not his desire to control us
Practical Applications:
- Develop a biblical worldview as your framework for all decision-making
- Learn to distinguish between biblical commands and cultural preferences
- Submit to biblical authority in community for support and accountability Your
Assignment This Week: Pick one area of your life where you've been relying primarily on your own wisdom or cultural trends, and ask God to show you what his Word says about that area — your finances, relationships, work, or entertainment choices.
Community Question: Can you think of a time when following biblical authority felt restrictive at first, but later you realized it was actually protecting you or leading you toward something better? Or maybe you're in a situation right now where you're wrestling with letting Scripture have the final say — what's making that difficult? Email us at Charlie@heychurchmedia.com or just hit the "Send us a text" link below!
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