Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Christian sparks a little "beach envy" by checking in from Florida while John Luke is stuck with the oily pond next door, and the guys get a lighthearted update on life with newborn twins. Zach and Al help trace how Jesus entered a world driven by power, fear, and control. With Rome, religious leaders, and the crowd all fighting to protect their influence, the same forces driving their decisions still show up today, pointing to a bigger story where surrender—not control—defines true power. In this episode: Matthew 3, verses 13–17; Matthew 4; Mark 9; John 1, verse 29; Psalm 139; Psalm 51; Hosea 11, verse 1; John 11; Acts 6; John 18; 1 Corinthians 15 Today’s conversation is about Lessons 4 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/. More about Ancient Christianity: Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization. In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore: How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel. Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians. The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity. The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world. The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism. How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West. You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it. Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters00:00 Beach Envy04:55 Twin Update09:20 Why This Lecture Gets to the Heart of It All13:30 Why Jesus Didn’t Fit Any Cultural Box19:00 The Magi, Provision & God’s Bigger Plan29:30 Jesus as King vs. Rome’s Authority35:00 Pilate, Politics & the Pressure to Crucify41:30 Surrender & Why It Still Changes Everything — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase, Al, and Zach on the growing cultural obsession with self-affirmation, “manifesting,” and the idea that truth comes from within, warning how these popular beliefs subtly replace God with self. They’re joined by author and Christian apologist Melissa Doherty, who shares her journey out of the New Thought movement and explains how feel-good spirituality can distort the Gospel while still sounding Christian. The guys relive their chaotic crawfish business that ended in blood poisoning and helped redirect their lives. They land on a powerful contrast between self-made truth and the light of Jesus, challenging listeners to consider whether they’re drawn to the light—or avoiding it. In this episode: John 3, verses 16–21; John 1, verse 1; 1 John “Unashamed” Episode 1298 is sponsored by: Slow the growth of greys and get 15% off by using code UNASHAMED at http://Arey.com https://ruffgreens.com — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed! Text UNASHAMED to 64000 and get a FREE pocket pivot and 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Chapters 00:00 Family Debate Chaos Before the Show 07:45 Crawfish Facts, AI Debates & Louisiana Logic 12:10 Jase’s Crawfish Business Turns Dangerous 17:40 A Near-Death Breaking Point 22:30 Why the Crawfish Hustle Led to Bible School 26:15 Meet Melissa & the New Thought Movement 31:20 “Manifesting” & the Rise of Self-Made Truth 37:45 Why New Thought Twists Christianity 43:10 Light vs Darkness: What Jesus Actually Said 49:00 Why People Fear the Light More Than the Dark — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase, Al, and Zach kick things off with a nostalgic dive into classic rock, using songs from Foreigner, Sweet, and AC/DC to highlight how culture has long wrestled with defining love. The guys open the door to a deeper look at how modern views on love, sexuality, and identity have drifted from their original intent. Zach contrasts cultural messaging with a life-giving model of love rooted in sacrifice, purpose, and connection. They offer a simple but powerful filter for life: whether our choices lead to fullness and life or isolation and destruction. In this episode: Genesis 1, verse 28; Mark 12; Ezekiel 23, verse 20; Proverbs 7; 1 John 4, verses 7–8; Romans 6; Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 6; Ephesians 5; Philippians 2 “Unashamed” Episode 1297 is sponsored by: https://stopboxusa.com/unashamed — Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% when you use code UNASHAMED at checkout! https://cozyearth.com/unashamed — Get up to 20% off when you use our link and code UNASHAMED! https://chministries.org/unashamed — See why Christians are ditching health insurance for good. Get a simpler alternative at half the cost! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters 00:00 Jase’s Love Song Rabbit Hole 06:45 Culture’s Shift on Love 11:45 Why Sexuality Matters 16:30 The Battle Over Purpose 21:40 A Graphic Picture of Lust 27:10 When Love Turns Destructive 32:00 The “Highway to Hell” Connection 39:10 Adam’s Failure in the Garden 45:00 Why Dying Leads to Life 50:00 Your Body as a Temple 53:30 Living Out Real Love — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase, Al, and Zach wrestle with what it means to live unoffendable in a culture fueled by outrage, echoing Phil’s reminder that a life rooted in Christ can’t be canceled by the world. Al lightens things up with a quirky breakdown of the Robertson family archetypes. They unpack Jesus’ words in Mark 12 about being “close to the kingdom,” challenging the difference between simply believing the right things about God and fully surrendering to him.  In this episode: Mark 12, verses 28–34; Colossians 2, verse 14; 1 John 4, verses 7–8; Daniel 7, verses 13–14; Matthew 26, verses 62–64; Galatians 2, verse 20; Ephesians 5, verses 1–2; Genesis 22, verse 2 “Unashamed” Episode 1296 is sponsored by: https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "AL" https://helixsleep.com/unashamed — Get 20% off sitewide and make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 Al’s Travel Nightmare 03:45 Illinois Crowd Erupts Over Al’s Hot Take 07:08 The Famous Labrador Comparison 12:15 When Getting It Right Still Isn’t Enough 18:40 Knowing Truth vs. Full Surrender 24:10 Why God’s Kingdom Moves Outward 29:30 The Old Testament Points to Jesus 36:20 Daniel’s Vision Reveals the Son of Man 42:00 Why Culture Gets Love So Wrong 48:00 Real Love Means Sacrifice — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase, Zach, and Al challenge the modern idea of love and romance, pointing out how shallow, consumptive, and ultimately unsatisfying it’s become. Zach confesses his covetous heart with a funny story about Willie’s fancy new gadget that turns into a bigger realization about how easily our desires are shaped by algorithms and constant scrolling. Jase contrasts that with Phil’s example of a life lived free from the noise and untouched by the pressures of modern culture. It all leads to a bigger question: if everything around us is shaping what we want and believe, who—or what—is really leading us? In this episode: Genesis 2, verse 24; Matthew 19, verse 5; 1 Peter 5, verses 1–3; Galatians 5, verses 19–21; 1 John 3, verse 19; 1 John 4, verses 7–10; Deuteronomy 1, verses 32–39; Isaiah 7, verses 14–16 “Unashamed” Episode 1295 is sponsored by: https://texassuperfood.com — Get 35% off your first order when you use code Unashamed. https://fastgrowingtrees.com — Get 20% your first purchase when using the code UNASHAMED at checkout. https://timtebow.com/tree-unashamed/ — Get your copy of If the Tree Could Speak by Tim Tebow on Amazon today! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 “The Algorithm Is My Shepherd” 10:20 A Vacuum Sealer Opens the Door to Coveting 20:40 Why Social Media Fuels Shame, Envy & Division 26:05 The HOA Mindset & Power Trips 32:10 Worshiping a Cause Instead of a Creator 39:45 Putting Our Hearts at Rest  44:10 Who Are You Listening To? 48:20 Born Again: The Only Way to Start Over — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Luke and Zach respond to sharp criticism, pushing back on a mindset that shuts down honest questions instead of engaging them. Al walks through the historical events that set the stage for Christianity’s explosion onto the world scene, including Nero’s brutal persecution of Jesus’ followers. Meanwhile, Christian digs into the cultural significance of the gymnasium and how it revealed the tension between Greek and Jewish ways of life. Today’s conversation is about Lessons 3 of Ancient Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale Professor of History Kenneth Calvert. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/. More about Ancient Christianity: Christ entered the world during the reign of Caesar Augustus. The tensions between Christianity and the Roman Empire shaped the daily practice of the Christian faith and led many Romans to distrust and persecute the early Christians. But Christianity also benefitted from the Roman world. And when Rome collapsed in the West, Christianity provided the hope for preserving civilization. In this free, eleven-lecture course, Professor Kenneth Calvert will explore: How the Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures all contributed to preparing the world to hear the Gospel. Why many Romans distrusted and persecuted the early Christians. The inspiring stories of Christ, His apostles, and faithful ones throughout the first four centuries of Christianity. The arguments of key early Christian apologists—Ignatius, Irenaeus, Justin, Athanasius, and more—who defended and defined the Christian faith amidst the animosity of the Roman world. The conversion of Constantine and how he brought stability to Rome, and how the rivalry between his sons almost returned Rome to paganism. How Augustine’s writings helped preserve the message of Christianity during the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West. You will discover the uncertainties, trials, and triumphs of the earliest Christians as they confronted controversies within the faith and persecutions from outside it. Join us today to discover the improbable and miraculous story of Christianity. Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 John Luke & Respond to “Heretic” Accusations 05:45 Why Faith Should Welcome Hard Questions 11:20 Ancient History Points to Jesus 17:10 Greek Culture Invades the Jewish World 23:05 Israel’s Repeated Failure Before Jesus 29:10 How Empires Prepared the World for Christ 36:40 Rome, Nero, & the Brutal Persecution of Christians 44:30 Why the Kingdom of God Outlasted Every Empire — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase spots a bug crawling in a stranger’s hair and steps in to remove it himself, triggering a mix of relief, shock, and secondhand embarrassment. Al and Zach join Jase’s attempt to detect a subtle message from a Pink Floyd hit about who—or what—is really influencing us. The guys lay out a clear, practical litmus test for recognizing false prophets, especially when faith starts to look more like a business than truth. They confront the real damage that can be done when spiritual voices miss the moment people need them most, and how to hold onto what’s real when everything else feels twisted. In this episode: 1 John 4, verses 1–6; 1 John 2, verses 15–17; 1 John 3, verse 13; John 10, verses 10–18; Ezekiel 34; Galatians 5; Jude 1, verse 12; Isaiah 56; Mark 8, verses 33–36; 1 Peter 5, verses 1–4 “Unashamed” Episode 1293 is sponsored by: ⁠https://myphdweightloss.com⁠ — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "AL" ⁠https://ruffgreens.com⁠ — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed! ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/⁠ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621⁠ Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. 0:00 Jase’s Pink Floyd Research 4:45 Little Man Steals the Show With a Bear Story 9:30 Yard Work Theology & “Free Fertilizer” 16:23 Sudden Tragedy & Grieving a Plane Crash Loss 22:58 Jase Gives a Stranger a Helping Hand 29:33 We are From God 36:37 What Defines a False Teacher? 41:55 The Litmus Test for Your Theology 49:00 The True Shepherd Leads by Sacrifice — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil’s bold line resurfaces as the guys reflect on his lasting impact and what it means to carry his legacy into a new era without him. As the Robertson family grows and roles begin to shift, they wrestle with what it looks like for men to lead well and for older generations to train the next. Jase pushes back on a phone-obsessed culture that avoids hardship, arguing that real growth still comes the hard way. The guys investigate testing truth by its fruit, why real faith can’t be faked, and how following Jesus always leaves its mark. In this episode: 1 John 2, verses 12–14; 1 John 4, verses 1–6; Romans 8, verse 25; Revelation 1, verses 12–16; Galatians 2, verses 11–21; Galatians 5, verses 16–26; Galatians 6, verse 17 “Unashamed” Episode 1292 is sponsored by: https://chministries.org/unashamed — See why Christians are ditching health insurance for good. Get a simpler alternative at half the cost! https://www.bruntworkwear.com/unashamed — Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code Unashamed at checkout. https://texassuperfood.com — Get 35% off your first order when you use code Unashamed. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 “For the Love of Phil” Episode 6:05 Honoring Phil’s Legacy & Family Reflections 12:15 Training the Next Generation in Faith 16:40 Jase Steps Into a New Role Without Phil 21:05 Guns, Bibles & Cultural Responsibility 25:30 Phones, “Doom Scrolling” & Learning the Hard Way 36:45 Jesus Never Advocates Sin 43:20 You Can’t Fake Spiritual Fruit 48:10 Bearing the Scars of Following Jesus  — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil Robertson had a surprising way of settling arguments with his boys when they got into trouble, and the guys dig into a bigger conversation about why so many men today struggle to lead their families. Turning to Genesis, the guys examine the roles given to men and women—roles humanity has wrestled with since the beginning and that modern culture only seems to complicate further. Zach helps explain how believers can test the spirits and recognize truth through Scripture and the fruit of the Spirit. In this episode: 1 Thessalonians 5, verse 4; 1 John 3, verse 13; Revelation 3; Genesis 2, verses 15–17; 1 John 3, verse 18; Colossians 1; Matthew 18; 1 John 3, verses 19–21; 1 John 4, verses 1–6; 1 John 5, verse 9; Galatians 5, verses 19–24 “Unashamed” Episode 1291 is sponsored by: https://fastgrowingtrees.com — Get 20% your first purchase when using the code UNASHAMED at checkout. https://timtebow.com/tree-unashamed/ — Get your copy of If the Tree Could Speak by Tim Tebow on Amazon today! https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "AL" http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 Willie’s Shockingly Exciting Birthday Gift 05:35 A Town Called “Surprise” 10:05 Getting Stuck in the Bathroom Line for a Reason 18:40 A Husband’s Duty to Protect 27:45 Leadership, Blame, & Responsibility 36:00 The L-O-V-E Section 44:00 God Is Greater Than Our Hearts 49:00 How to Recognize Truth 54:00 The Spirit of Truth vs. the Spirit of Falsehood — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Korie reflects on the joy of a growing Robertson family and what this new season of life with Willie looks like as grandkids, changing roles, and everyday sacrifices reshape their perspective on love. Jase recounts his embarrassing loss in a showdown with a bear on Willie’s putting green and the real story behind the infamous HOA chicken dispute that made its way into a “Duck Dynasty” episode. Korie shares about the emotional tribute to Phil in “Duck Dynasty: The Revival” and the powerful legacy he left behind. The guys, Korie, and Jill wrestle with what true greatness really means and why Jesus flipped the world’s definition of it upside down through love, sacrifice, and service. In this episode: 1 John 3, verse 16; 1 John 3, verses 19–20; 1 John 4, verse 4; 1 John 5, verse 9; Matthew 16, verses 13–23; Matthew 18, verses 1–4; John 3, verse 16 “Unashamed” Episode 1290 is sponsored by: Text UNASHAMED to 64000 and get a FREE pocket pivot & 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters 00:00 A “Bizarro World” Podcast Lineup 03:05 The Shroud of Turin: Resurrection Evidence? 08:40 Jase’s Fights a Bear & the HOA 13:18 Family Life in the Robertson Neighborhood 22:40 Jase on Phil’s Powerful Tribute Episode 28:40 1 John: Why God Is Greater Than Our Hearts 36:30 Jesus Redefines Greatness Through Service 44:05 Real-Life Examples of Sacrificial Love 49:30 Finding Greatness in Everyday Acts — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices