Did Jesus Raise from the Grave?We walk through the historical evidence—early sources, empty-tomb reports, post-death appearances—and then fairly weigh the leading alternatives: stolen body, swoon, wrong-tomb, hallucinations, legend. No pressure, no spin—just a thoughtful, seeker-friendly look at why the resurrection still refuses to go away… and what it might mean if it’s true. (Yes, there’s a maple-bar moment.)
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Episode 7: Jesus: Legend, Lunatic, or Something More?
Plenty of people admire Jesus—some call Him a wise teacher, others a prophet, and many dismiss Him as just another man. But what if those categories don’t quite fit? In this episode of myPodQuest, Pastor Kip digs into one of the most important questions of history: who was Jesus, really? We’ll explore what skeptics, seekers, and historians have said, and why the way you answer this question still matters today. If Jesus was only a man, His words and actions don’t make sense. But if He was more than that, then it changes everything.
Grab a maple bar, bring your questions, and let’s talk about it.

Episode Title: Was Christianity Borrowed from Myth?
Description:Skeptics often claim that the story of Jesus was copied from ancient myths—echoes of dying-and-rising gods, pagan festivals, or legendary heroes. But does the evidence actually support that claim?
In this episode of PodQuest, Pastor Kip explores the parallels, the differences, and the historical reality behind Christianity’s foundations. We’ll look at whether the Gospel accounts are recycled myths—or whether they stand apart as something completely new and world-changing.
Join the conversation, wrestle with the hard questions, and discover why Christianity didn’t just borrow from myth—it broke the mold.
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Ever notice that the Bible has four Gospels? Some people wonder—why not just one? And if they don’t all line up word-for-word, does that mean the story can’t be trusted? In this episode of PodQuest, Pastor Kip unpacks the unique voices of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, showing how their different perspectives actually strengthen the reliability of the story. Along the way, you’ll find out how these four portraits of Jesus can help us see Him more clearly—and trust Him more deeply.
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Some say Jesus is just another myth. But history tells a different story. In this episode, we look at extra-biblical voices, Roman records, and the ripple effect of a carpenter’s son who changed the world.

What do you do with Jesus when His followers let you down? In this episode, Pastor Kip gets real about the painful reality of “church hurt” and why so many walk away—not because of Jesus, but because of Christians who wound. From hypocrisy and cliques to scandals and broken trust, we explore why bad religion stings so deeply and how Jesus Himself actually predicted it would happen.
With some maple bar humor (of course), hammer analogies, and a look at Jesus’ own words, this conversation invites us to separate the failures of people from the goodness of Christ. Don’t let burnt dough or misused hammers erase the sweetness and healing of Jesus.

When you strip away the hype, who actually lives and teaches a way of love you can trust? In this episode we look at admired voices from history and religion, then hold them up to the kind of love we all want—patient, kind, honest, and forgiving. We’re not here to bash anyone; we’re here to be honest. If perfect love is even possible, what would it look like in real life… and who comes closest? Along the way, we talk integrity, grace, forgiveness, and what it means to be known without being shamed. By the end, you’ll have a clearer lens for evaluating any spiritual claim—and a hopeful next step toward the One who may actually measure up.
Grab the free Quest Guides to go deeper this week: the 5‑Day Life Reflection, Journal Edition, and Study Edition.Get them at guides/myPodQuest.com (or scan the QR in the show notes).

 
Episode 1 – Longing for Something RealWhat would perfect love really look like? Someone patient, kind, truthful, forgiving… and maybe even the type to bring you a maple bar every day.
In this opening episode of PodQuest, Pastor Kip starts a real, no-pressure conversation about faith, doubt, and the deep human longing for authentic love. Whether you’ve been burned by religion, are searching for spiritual truth, or just wondering if there’s more to life, this is a safe place to explore big questions. We’ll talk about hope, trust, and the possibility that perfect love might actually be more than a dream.
👉 Want to take it deeper? Download the free Quest Guides designed to go along with this episode:
Life Reflection (5-Day Edition)
Quest Guide – Journal Edition
Quest Guide – Study Edition
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Keywords: faith, doubt, perfect love, authentic love, Christianity, spiritual search, hope, trust, religion, seekers, skeptics, maple bars, PodQuest podcast