Avowed & Elevation (CGC Podcast #850)

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A first-impressions review of Avowed and how it compares to Skyrim, a review of the movie Elevation, and our 1 Timothy Geek Bible study highlights how understanding what God commands is an often over-emphasized part of living the Christian life!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:54 Avowed First Impressions & Theological Reactions

00:29:55 CGC & Christian Geek News (Truth Cursed by Angie Dickinson)

00:34:43 Elevation Review

00:48:17 How God’s Commands Get Over-emphasized (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

01:08:11 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Help, my OCD makes me afraid I’m not saved!, Guarding Against Those Who Manipulate Us With Fear,)

Paeter's Geek Week

00:59:40 MOVIES & SHOWS: Sonic The Hedgehog Movie Trilogy, Severance Season 1

01:09:43 TABLETOP GAMES: Four Against Darkness

01:14:03 VIDEO GAMES- Marvel’s Avengers, Fallout 4, Pillars Of Eternity 2: Deadfire,

01:28:31 On The Next Episode...

01:31:09 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (In THREE different DC stories this week characters head down dark paths because their emotions get the better of them! Will they realize how to overcome this age-old struggle? Will WE? The solution isn't always easy to execute on, but it's a lot more simple than you might think! Reactions to Titans 19, Action Comics 1082, Green Lantern: Fractured Spectrum 1!)

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Brave New World & The Gorge (CGC Podcast #849)

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A review-heavy episode, including Captain America: Brave New World, and a big movie AND a show from Christian creators: The Gorge and Gabriel And The Guardians! (No Bible Study this week but it should resume on the next episode)

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:23 The Gorge Review

00:13:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (Winter’s Chill by Morgan L. Busse)

00:20:56 Captain America: Brave New World Revie

00:39:57 Gabriel And The Guardians Premiere Review

01:08:11 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Help, my OCD makes me afraid I’m not saved!, Guarding Against Those Who Manipulate Us With Fear,)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:27:26 MOVIES & SHOWS: The Menu

01:35:51 VIDEO GAMES- Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, No Man’s Sky Worlds Part 2

01:52:51 On The Next Episode...

01:54:29 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (I have waited DECADES for DC to do what they have FINALLY done for Aquaman. Now PLEASE let this change stay forever! Reactions to Batman And Robin 17, Batman: Dark Patterns 2, Aquaman 1)

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Eternal Strands Review (CGC Podcast #848)

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A review of the video game “Eternal Strands”, and a geek trait that can help or hinder our local churches as we continue our Geek Bible Study of 1st Timothy!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:02:54 Eternal Strands Review(First Impressions & Themes)

00:20:14 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Unraveling of Emlyn Dulaine, by Lindsay A. Franklin

00:25:27 A Geek Trait That Can Help Or Harm The Church (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

00:37:03 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Should we warn other Christians to avoid fantasy games if they tempt US to sin individually?, Fantastic Four Trailer Reaction & MCU Hopes)

Paeter's Geek Week

00:59:43 TABLETOP GAMES: Four Against Darkness,

01:04:16 MOVIES & SHOWS: Glass {SPOILERS!}

01:11:24 VIDEO GAMES- Neverwinter Nights, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

01:27:03 On The Next Episode...

01:31:12 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (In the midst of the usual comic book craziness, a bunch of messy relationships shared the spotlight this week! With examples to learn from and others to avoid! Reactions to Justice League: The Atom Project 1, JSA 3, Batman 156, Batgirl 3)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

HeroQuest: First Light Review (CGC Podcast #847)

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A review of the new HeroQuest board game base set, “HeroQuest: First Light”, and a red flag of false teaching or signs we might be geeking out in our Bibles the WRONG way as we continue our Geek Bible Study of 1st Timothy!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:57 HeroQuest: First Light Review

00:22:31 CGC & Christian Geek News (A Hedge Of Fire, by Matthew Musgrave )

00:41:41 False Teaching & Harmful Bible Study Detours (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

00:56:31 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (The House Of David Biblical Series on Prime, Using AI For Bible Study?)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:15:43 MOVIES & SHOWS: X-Files Season 1 “Miracle Man” & Modern Healings,

01:32:14 VIDEO GAMES- Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, God Eater 3, No Man’s Sky Worlds Part 2, Neverwinter Nights,

01:46:46 On The Next Episode...

01:49:35 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Martian Manhunter is keeping a dangerous secret and Black Canary has a devastatingly difficult choice to make! Reactions to Metamorpho: The Element Man 1, The Flash 16, Action Comics 1081, Justice League Unlimited 2, Black Canary: Best Of The Best 2 )

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Sainthood Review (CGC Podcast #846)

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A review of the indie Christian(-ish) video game Sainthood and a strong foundation we can stand on in challenging and uncertain situations as we begin our Geek Bible Study of 1st Timothy!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:34 Sainthood Review

00:22:31 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Crier Stone by Lyndsey Lewellen)

00:23:55 A Foundation For Uncertain & Difficult Times (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

00:48:06 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Is intense discipline from fathers "toxic"?)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:00:14 MOVIES & SHOWS: Return To Oz

01:07:31 BOOKS: The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz

01:14:19 TABLETOP GAMES: Mage Knight Board Game, Four Against Darkness

01:26:56 VIDEO GAMES- Conan Exiles, Dragon Age:Inquisition, Path Of Exile 2, Spider-man 2, Monster Hunter Rise

01:55:07 On The Next Episode...

01:57:12 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Pretty much every comic I read this week fell flat for me. In fact, I honestly did not want to share my thoughts about them at all. Give me a few minutes and I'll explain why...)

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Wolf Man Review (CGC Podcast #845)

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A review of Wolf Man and a look in Philemon at how we can not just be heard when correcting or confronting those in sin, but how we can actually be persuasive, effective and win them over!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:03 Wolf Man Review

00:18:29 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:20:47 Being Effective And Loving When We "Call Out" Sin (Philemon Geek Bible Study)

00:32:27 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Why didn't Paeter call out the degeneracy of a gay relationship in comics this week?)

00:39:27 Paeter's Geek Week

MOVIES & SHOWS: Fringe Season 1

VIDEO GAMES- Conan Exiles

00:50:09 On The Next Episode...

00:54:19 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (A GREAT new Batman villain, some complex/strange moralizing and love is defined in a surprisingly BIBLICAL way!)

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

The Damned & Squid Game 2 (CGC Podcast #844)

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A review of The Damned, reactions to Squid Game Season 2, and some thoughts from Psalm 90 to help us set goals and make life changes with the perspective God wants us to have.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:08:08 The Damned Review

00:18:03 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:23:08 Life Change Done Right (Psalm 90)

00:45:13 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (What is living "in the flesh" vs "in the Spirit"?, Do I have to forgive EVERYONE?)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:14:50 COMICS: Batgirl (Cassandra Cain 2000's Series)

01:20:28 MOVIES & SHOWS: Wonder Woman 1984, Rifftrax, Twilight, Squid Game Season 2, Superman & Lois Pilot, Wicked, Unbreakable, Split,

02:12:08 VIDEO GAMES- Parasite Eve, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, Path Of Exile 2, Gotham Knights, I Am Setsuna, Conan Exiles

02:50:47 On The Next Episode...

02:53:35 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (We've got three weeks of comics to catch up on, including the DCU MMA fight of the century, the moral fall of Jim Gordon, why heaven sucks if you leave out God, and so much more!)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Favorite Geek Fun In 2024 (CGC Podcast #843)

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Paeter reflects on his favorite (and some not so favorite) peices of geek entertainment enjoyed in 2024, whether they were published then or before! PLUS, a few personal reflections on the ups and downs of CGC content creation and personal life.

00:00:30 Intro

00:02:46 Movies

00:26:52 TV Shows

01:07:39 Video Games

02:09:23 DC Comics

02:43:06 Personal Reflections On CGC Ministry & Life in 2024

03:21:15 On The Next Episode...

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Developing Healthier Thoughts & Emotions (CGC Podcast #842)

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In a brief departure from the show's normal format, I gather together Bible studies I've previously published for a deep-dive exploration of some of the Bible's perspective and instructions as it pertains to dark emotions like sadness and anxiety. With a focus on Philippians 4:4-9, and incorporating other relevant passages in scripture, we'll look at what the Bible prescribes to help Geeks have fulfilling lives even in seasons of depression, and healthier thought-lives and emotions all year long!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:32 Finding Purpose In The Slog Of Life

00:19:29 Living With Sadness: The Limitations Of Jesus

00:33:09 Philippians 4:4-5

00:44:38 Philippians 4:6-7

01:05:44 Philippians 4:8, Part 1

01:19:48 Philippians 4:8, Part 2

01:33:32 Philippians 4:8, Part 3

01:42:48 Philippians 4:8, Part 4

01:51:00 Philippians 4:8, Part 5

01:58:59 Philippians 4:9

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Superman Teaser Reaction (CGC Podcast #841)

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An in-depth reaction to the Superman Teaser Trailer, including Paeter's exploration of the core themes embedded in Superman's concept. Then some thoughts about how even secular Christmas nostalgia can be deeply, biblically meaningful if we see it for what it REALLY is!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:07 Superman Teaser Trailer In-Depth Reaction

Watch Trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhUht6vAsMY

01:17:03 CGC & Christian Geek News (Off- Grid Till 1/8/25)

01:21:24 The Deeper Meaning Behind Secular Christmas Nostalgia

Paeter's Geek Week

01:28:48 MOVIES & SHOWS: X-Files Christmas Episodes, Batman Returns, 8-Bit Christmas,

01:47:05 VIDEO GAMES- Parasite Eve,

01:58:31 On The Next Episode...

02:03:35 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions [In catching up with the last TWO weeks of releases from DC Comics I'm reminded of the kinds of things I love most about being a DC fan! Reactions to Batman 154, Batgirl 1 (Mother-Daughter Stuff & Our Sinful Tendencies), JSA 1 (Marriage Conflict), Batman & Robin 15 (Father-Son Dynamic), Green Lantern 17, Black Lightning 1 (Marital Reconciliation?), Action Comics 1075!

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Mary, Red One & The Game Awards (CGC Podcast #840)

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A review of the Netflix movie Mary, a review of Red One and some thoughts about the Incarnation of Jesus and how understanding it can help us survive and even thrive in difficult social situations of the Christmas season!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:09 Mary Netflix Movie Review

00:22:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (Memoria, by J.J. Fischer)

00:30:25 Red One Review

00:38:58 Social Difficulties At Christmas (Reflections On The Incarnation)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:08:13 VIDEO GAMES- Parasite Eve,

01:27:04 The Game Awards 2024,

02:01:28 On The Next Episode...

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Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Superman & Lois and Creature Commandos (CGC Podcast #839)

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A DC-Focused week including: A review of the series finale of Superman & Lois combined with a review of the series as a whole, a review of the series premiere for the animated series Creature Commando's, which marks the beginning of director James Gunn's DCU. We also begin a seasonal series of Christmas devotionals, starting with some thoughts about our deep desires for significance by reflecting on scripture and, surprisingly, the lyrics of The Little Drummer Boy.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:49 Superman & Lois Series Finale and Series Review

00:28:58 CGC & Christian Geek News (Upcoming CGC Vacation Content Changes, Easy/Inexpensive Christmas Gifts From SBP!, Flight of Fate by Tricia Goyer and Nathan Goyer)

00:40:50 Creature Commandos Premiere & James Gunn's DCU

01:15:39 The Geek's Longing For Significance (Scriptural Reflections On "The Little Drummer Boy")

01:33:06 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(A Decrease In Utopian Stories?, Questions/Concerns About Playing "Anti-God" Games With Witchcraft/Sorcery)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:59:03 TV/MOVIES- The Penguin Miniseries

02:14:20 VIDEO GAMES- Spider-man: Miles Morales, Spider-man 2, Cthulu Saves Christmas

02:23:49 On The Next Episode...

02:27:36 Essential Issues Weeky: DC Comics Reactions (DC fell flat for me this week. Despite a nice spotlight given to The Penguin, a strange artistic choice and a baffling philosophical choice left me hoping next week will be more my cup of tea. Here's why... Reactions to The Penguin Special 1, Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween 2, Poison Ivy Swamp Thing: Feral Trees 1!!)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

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Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Christmasy Video Games (CGC Podcast #838)

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Paeter's picks for the Top 5 Christmasy Video Games and some thoughts about how forgiveness can make our (Holiday) social situations WAY better!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:02:59 Top 5 Christmasy Video Games

00:15:24 CGC & Christian Geek News (Easy/Inexpensive Christmas Gifts From SBP!)

00:20:14 How Forgiving Brings Us & Others Life & Peace (Philemon Geek Bible Study)

00:35:52 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Can James Gunn's Superman Movie REALLY Be "Serious"?)

Paeter's Geek Week

00:47:07 TV/MOVIES- 765874 Unification, "Official" Star Trek Short Film

00:56:19 VIDEO GAMES- Dragon Quest Builders 2

01:00:38 On The Next Episode...

01:03:47 Essential Issues Weeky: DC Comics Reactions (Although not excited by the "All-In" brand DC comics this week, Batman is wrestling with the value of human life in a VERY interesting way! Reactions to Absolute Wonder Woman 1, Green Arrow 17, Nightwing 119, Superman 19, The Flash 14 & Detective Comics 1090!)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Dune: Prophecy and Deadpool & Wolverine (CGC Podcast #837)

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A review of the first episode of Dune: Prophecy and reactions after finally watching Deadpool & Wolverine! PLUS, some thoughts from Psalm 138 about being thankful to God and why it's good for us in difficult circumstances!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:18 Dune: Prophecy Ep 1 Review

00:13:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (Warsafe)

00:21:13 Deadpool & Wolverine Review

00:39:16 Thanking God In Difficult Circumstances (Reflections From Psalm 138)

00:59:50 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(What Paeter thinks of short form social media like tik-tok, X and instagram)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:09:53 TV/MOVIES- Watchmen Chapter 1,

01:30:55 VIDEO GAMES- Dragon Quest Builders 2,

01:39:33 On The Next Episode...

01:43:46 Essential Issues Weeky: DC Comics Reactions (Dick Grayson is harshly denied justice he has longed for his whole life... and that might be a good thing for us as readers! Reactions to Batman and Robin 14, Wonder Woman 14, Titans 16, Catwoman 69, Nightwing 118)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Heretic & Investigation Alien (CGC Podcast #836)

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A review of the movie Heretic and reactions to the Netflix Docu-series "Investigation Alien" and whether or not Christians should be concerned! And in a RARE exception to reviewing and reacting to geek-genre content, Paeter reacts to the Matt Walsh movies "What Is A Woman" and "Am I Racist?", with some general thoughts about what they get right as well as how they, and politically conservative youtubers, might dangerously lead Christians in the wrong direction.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:13 Heretic Review

00:17:12 CGC & Christian Geek News (Shadow Over Kiriath by Karen Hancock, Lethal Kings by Victoria McCombs)

00:29:21 Investigation Alien Review

01:10:01 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(OCD Struggles With Sin, Doubting My Salvation)

01:36:34 Reactions To "Am I Racist?", "What Is A Woman?" & Matt Walsh

Paeter's Geek Week

02:04:23 MOVIES/TV- The X-Files Season 1, The Silo Season 1, The Silo Season 2 Premiere, Superman & Lois Season 4,

02:39:33 VIDEO GAMES- Path Of Exile,

02:46:04 On The Next Episode...

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Dragon Age Veilguard & Ibelin (CGC Podcast #835)

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A review for the video gaming documentary The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin, thoughts and reactions for the first five hours of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and some truth in Philemon that can help remove anger, stress and a lack of forgiveness from our hearts.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:17 The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin Review

00:17:37 CGC & Christian Geek News (Finding Fantasy Reads)

00:29:43 Dragon Age: The Veilguard (First Impressions Review)

00:49:04 Freedom In Rethinking Those Who Hurt Us (Philemon Geek Bible Study)

01:01:58 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Questions, concerns and clarifications regarding Paeter's "Free Grace" Theology)

Paeter's Geek Week

01:19:19 TV/MOVIES- Arcane

01:23:31 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds Beta, Baldur's Gate 3, Skyrim

01:36:03 On The Next Episode...

01:38:33 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (DC's "All In" initiative is looking to create new epic stories that can serve as an easy jump-on point for new readers. But its also bringing some changes! Some that hold real promise, and others I'm not so excited about.)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

"Free Grace" Theology & Why Geeks NEED It! (CGC Podcast #834)

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A review for The Beast Within on Hulu, and first impressions of the "moral dilemmas" of Slay The Princess: The Pristine Cut on Xbox Series X. ALSO, Paeter answers a listener's question, explaining why he believes in "Free Grace Theology" and why its valuable for ALL Christian geeks to believe!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:02:54 Slay The Princess: The Pristine Cut, First Impressions Review

00:21:55 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Time Door by Shannon McDermott, Paeter & Karyne's FREE Fantasy Audiobook, Dragon Age: The Veilguard Playthrough Announcement)

00:39:58 The Beast Within Review

00:51:06 Free Grace Theology & Why Geeks NEED It!

01:27:21 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Topics & Questions(Self-made goals in open world games, Is it "okay" to play games just to "pass the time"?)

Paeter's Geek Week

02:00:58 TV/MOVIES- Arcadia

02:06:27 VIDEO GAMES- Monster Hunter Wilds Beta

02:18:47 On The Next Episode...

01:35:18 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (It's been a long time since I've felt as let down by a comic as I did with Absolute Power 4. So much that was set up was resolved in a way that felt cheap and unsatisfying to me. But the new status quo might still yield some good stories. We'll see...)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Hellboy: The Crooked Man (CGC Podcast #833)

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A review for Hellboy: The Crooked Man and a Non-Review of Wayfinder on the PS5. ALSO, a look at blood and gore in entertainment from a biblical perspective, given that there are some pretty bloody parts in the Bible!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:01 Hellboy: The Crooked Man Review

00:14:26 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save For St. Jude's Update, Locket’s Revenge by L. E. Richmond)

00:26:30 Wayfinder Reactions (Phoned-In Non-Review)

00:49:35 Blood, Gore & The Bible

Paeter's Geek Week

01:11:23 TV/MOVIES- A Quiet Place, MADS, Battlestar Galactica Season 1: Act Of Attrition,

01:22:38 VIDEO GAMES- Skyrim w/Mods On PS5

01:32:57 On The Next Episode...

01:35:18 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (DC seems to have missed a BIG opportunity with Jon Kent, and Superman & Zatanna have seemingly different views about what defines people and gives them worth! Which of them is right? I share my thoughts... Reactions to Batman/Superman: World's Finest 31, Wonder Woman 13, Absolute Power: Super Son 1, Superman 18!)

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by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Daddy's Head & "Horror" Games (CGC Podcast #832)

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A review of the horror movie Daddy's Head, reactions to the first episode of Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft, and a list of Paeter's Top 5 Non-Scary Horror video games! Also, some thoughts about how we can make forgiving others easier, meaningful, freeing and fulfilling as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Philemon.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:23 Daddy's Head Review

00:17:22 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save For St. Judes Update: TIME SENSITIVE! Fathom by Lisa T. Bergren)

00:26:00 Top 5 Non-Scary Horror Games

00:50:54 Making Forgiving Easier (Philemon Geek Bible Study)

01:04:00 Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft Ep. 1 Review

01:20:55 Listener/Viewer Feedback/Topics/Questions (How do you feel about the optional "top surgery scars" in the upcoming Dragon Age: Veilguard?, Does scripture prohibit playing as the opposite sex in games?, Paeter Changes His Mind About The Cat In A Quiet Place Day One)

Paeter's Geek Week

02:16:21 TV/MOVIES- The Yin-Yang Master: Dream Of Eternity, Fringe Season 1

02:30:11 VIDEO GAMES- Ghostwire Tokyo, Path Of Exile

02:57:34 On The Next Episode...

03:02:30 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Hal Jordan And Carol Ferris are shaping up to be a Clark & Lois level couple in the DC Universe, The Penguin solidifies his new status quo, Alan Scott finishes his philosophical chat with Jadestone and MORE!Reactions to Absolute Power 3, The Penguin 12, Justice Society Of America 11, Green Lantern 15 and the Hal & Carol Romance!)

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Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Blueletterbible.org (primarily for search functionality), The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2024, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Superman & Lois S4 Premiere (CGC Podcast #831)

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A review of the Season 4 premiere of Superman & Lois, a review of A Quiet Place: Day One. PLUS, as we are in the thick of Halloween season, I thought a REAL, Bible-based look at death would be valuable. So first I'm including an encore presentatin of some biblical thoughts I shared about Death, the Horror genre and the Bible. Then afterward, I am sharing a special interview exploring the hard reality of death and grieving, and how genuine Joy can still be found in Jesus after devestating loss. Don't shy away from this one!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:50 Superman & Lois Season 4 Premiere Review

00:23:09 CGC & Christian Geek News (Game Save Fundraising & Crazy Incentives!)

00:30:12 A Quiet Place: Day One Review

00:47:56 Horror, Death & The Bible

01:13:14 Interview On Death/Grieving (From the Red Mountain Community Church Podcast Ep. 5)

Paeter's Geek Week

02:21:00 TV/MOVIES- Thanksgiving, Late Night With The Devil, TAKASHii Interviews & Awakening Asia TV,

02:42:23 VIDEO GAMES- Baldur's Gate 3 w/Mods, Abandoning Diablo IV & Searching For Its Replacement, Path Of Exile, Rogue Wizards,

03:31:24 On The Next Episode...

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All episodes are archived and available for download at www.spiritblade.com , Resources used to prepare the "In Search Of Truth" Bible Study include:"Expositor's Bible Commentary", Frank E. Gaebelein General Editor (Zondervan

Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament",

by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity

Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

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