The Christian Geek Central Podcast

ON THIS EPISODE: A review of the series premiere of Foundation on Apple TV+, reflections on some special moments in the history of Spirit Blade Productions as we celebrate our 15th anniversary, and some thoughts about filtering out the bad and finding the good in the mixed bag of entertainment and all of life as we continue studying the book of Philippians. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:37 Foundation Series Premiere Review 00:11:02 CGC & Christian Geek Entertainment News 00:47:34 Separating Good From Bad In Entertainment & Life (Philippians Geek Bible Study) 00:55:19 Listener/Viewer Messages (Christians In Mainstream Entertainment & Christian "Cancel Culture") 01:17:37 Paeter's Geek Week (Hannah Season 2, The Expanse Season 1, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Post-Game & Playing Defensively[Eating & Re-eating For Defense, Retreat & Restock]) 01:33:14 Next Episode 01:35:44 Babylon 5 Schawarma "Game Save" Event Info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wf83YRgbbhU How To Sign Up For "Game Save '21": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibQCC10GHMo Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: A review of the Black Widow movie and some thoughts about how we can best navigate "Cancel Culture" in light of the "cancellation" of Tripwire Interactive's Christian CEO John Gibson and Five Nights At Freddy's Christian creator, Scott Cawthon. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week, including reactions to Sony's Playstation Showcase 2021! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:11 Black Widow Movie Review 00:09:57 Christian Geek Central & Christian Geek News 00:23:13 Christians & Cancel Culture 01:02:02 Listener/Viewer Messages (Is It Morally Wrong To Make Games About Hell?) Paeter's Geek Week 01:16:10 (Descent: Journeys In The Dark & Road To Legend 1st Edition, Zack Snyder's Justice League aka The Snyder Cut, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne[Post-Game/The Guiding Lands], Ghost Recon Breakpoint) 01:32:49 (Sony Playstation Showcase 2021[Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic Remake for PS5, Alan Wake Remaster, Guardians Of The Galaxy{Religious Truth-Centered "Universal Church Of Truth" Villains, Matriarchy}, Insomniac's Wolverine Game, Spider-Man 2]) 01:51:49 Next Episode 01:55:13 Babylon 5 Schawarma "Game Save" Event Info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wf83YRgbbhU How To Sign Up For "Game Save '21": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibQCC10GHMo Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: A retrospective review of the DC Comics story "JLA: New World Order" and some thoughts about navigating the dark days of God's discipline in our lives as we take a look at Psalm 39. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:25 JLA: New World Order (Issues #1-4) Review 00:39:59 Christian Geek Central & Christian Geek News 00:46:42 Navigating The Dark Days Of God's Discipline (Psalm 39) 01:07:35 Listener/Viewer Messages (Brent Weeks' "Lightbringer" Series, "Should I Read A Comic That Blasphemes Jesus?", Reese's Peanut Butter Cups,) 01:25:25 Paeter's Geek Week (Monster Hunter World: Iceborne[Upgrade Bottlenecks, Planning & Grinding Instead Of Getting Good, Learning To Use The Clutch Claw, Getting Steam Deck To Play Monster Hunter Rise With Mods?, Alternative Monster Hunting Games], Return Of The Heroes Board Game, Pathfinder Adventure Card Game) 01:49:52 Next Episode 01:52:43 Babylon 5 Schawarma "Game Save" Event Info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wf83YRgbbhU How To Sign Up For "Game Save '21": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibQCC10GHMo Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of the video game "Rogue Explorer, a retrospective review of the DC Comics story The Final Night, and a look at how we can learn from good moral examples without feeling threatened or judged by them as we continue studying the book of Philippians. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:47 Rogue Dungeon Review 00:09:37 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:23:04 The Final Night (Essential Issues) 01:09:45 Learning From Virtue Signalling (Philippians Bible Study) 01:19:08 Listener/Viewer Messages (Worried About My Eternal Rewards & Keeping Hobbies From Becoming Idols) 01:27:35 Paeter's Geek Week (Monster Hunter World: Iceborne[My Life Won't Allow SOS Flare Multiplayer, The Guiding Lands Hunting Improvements{No Time/Cart Limits, Consecutive Hunts}, Defense Augment/Upgrade Strategy, Completing All Event Quests], Darkest Dungeon[Stuck Waiting For The Wagon], Snowpiercer TV Series[Murder Mystery On A Train]) 01:51:45 Next Episode 01:55:10 Babylon 5 Schawarma "Game Save" Event Info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wf83YRgbbhU How To Sign Up For "Game Save '21": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibQCC10GHMo Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: A review of the indie tabletop dungeon crawl boardgame "Rogue Dungeon", a retrospective review of DC Comics' "The Flash: Terminal Velocity", and some thoughts about what traits we can contemplate that will help us avoid mistreatment and difficult social interaction as we continue our study of Philippians! PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:37 Rogue Dungeon Review 00:14:04 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:20:41 The Flash: Terminal Velocity (Essential Issues) 00:45:37 How Considering Certain Traits Prevents Mistreatment & Social Difficulty (Philippians Bible Study) 00:55:57 Listener/Viewer Messages (The Bittersweet Nature Of God's Promise To Be With Us, Defending Our Geek Hobbies To Other Christians, Is It A Sin To "Celebrate Halloween"?, RPG Church Ministry) 01:06:17 Paeter's Geek Week (Return Of The Heroes Boardgame, Netflix' Lost In Space Season 2[Its treatment of "AI", Will Robinson Growing Up?, Visual Effects], Monster Hunter World: Iceborne[Groovy Grinding "Podcast Game", How A Pause Button Helps Our Relationships], ) 01:34:18 Next Episode 01:36:46 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: A review of the movie Reminiscence, and a look at how thinking about our sin actually leads to relief and freedom as we continue studying Philippians! Then an overview of Paeter's thoughts on the second year of DC Comics' New 52 initiative. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:34 Reminiscence Review 00:13:09 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:24:35 How Thinking Of Our Sin Leads To Relief & Freedom! (Philippians Bible Study) 00:39:29 Listener/Viewer Messages (My Husband Thinks Fantasy Is Evil! Is It Sinful To Work At A Covid-Vaccine Site? Final Fantasy 8 Remaster) 00:54:43 Paeter's Geek Week (DC's "New 52" Year Two[Batgirl: "Death Of The Family" & "Wanted", Suicide Squad: Harley Quinn, Green Lantern/Green Lantern Corps: "Rise Of The Third Army" "Wrath Of The First Lantern" & The End Of Geoff Johns' & Peter Tomasi's Runs, Batman & Robin: "Requiem", Batman: "Zero Year", Justice League: "Throne Of Atlantis" "Trinity War" & "Forever Evil"]) 01:14:17 Geek Week Continued (Monster Hunter World: Iceborne[How Multiplayer Made Me Think Of Heaven], Netflix' Lost In Space Season 1) 01:29:17 Next Episode 01:31:25 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of the first three episodes of Titans Season 3, a Lorehaven "review round-up" of Christian geek-fiction, a review of the animated movie "Monster Hunter: Legends Of The Guild", and some thoughts about the biblical number "666" and what significance it has for us as geeks today! PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:42 Monster Hunter: Legends Of The Guild Review 00:16:24 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:32:36 Lorehaven book review round-up(The Weight Of Memory by Shawn Smucker, Strays by Remy Wilkins, The Winter King by Christine Cohen, The Dying Of The Light by Mirriam Neal) 00:38:39 Titans Season 3 Premiere (Episode 1, 2 & 3) Review 00:47:32 The Significance Of "666" For Geeks Today (Bible Study) 01:12:15 Listener/Viewer Messages (Witnessing To Resistant Friends, Listener/Viewer Request Fulfilled![Essential Issues Playlist]) 01:23:08 Paeter's Geek Week (Titans Season 2[Hawk & Dove, Nightwing, Bruce Wayne], Almost Quitting Darkest Dungeon[Not Letting Me Play My Way], Returning To Monster Hunter World, Agents Of Mayhem[Digital Action Figures], DC Comics "Forever Evil", ) 01:49:16 Next Episode 01:52:33 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of the movie Suicide Squad, a review and giveaway for the turn-based dungeon crawl video game "Rogue Wizards", the final installment of our Summer Of Free 2021, and some practical and powerful help fighting anxiety, sin and mistreatment from others as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Philippians! PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:28 A Quiet Place Part 2 00:14:24 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:224:41 Rogue Wizards Review 00:42:26 The Summer Of Free 00:59:20 Fighting Anxiety, Sin & Mistreatment (Philippians Bible Study) 01:14:31 Listener/Viewer Messages (Will I Do Marvel Comics Reviews? CGC Origins & My Faith Journey, Updated Thoughts On Titan Quest PS4) 01:29:48 Paeter's Geek Week (Thoughts After Trying Out Xbox Game Pass[Game Selection, Missing DLC, As A "Rental" Service], Dungeon Crawl Video Games, Dungeon Crawl Board Games[Rogue Dungeon & Descent: Legends Of The Dark], Titans Season 2) 01:59:27 Next Episode 02:01:44 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of A Quiet Place Part 2, a retrospective review of the DC Comics event "Zero Hour" and comments on some verses Paeter has memorized in order to fight some personal spiritual battles. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:42 A Quiet Place Part 2 00:18:15 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:28:52 Zero Hour DC Comics Retrospective Review 01:16:22 Paeter's Personal Memory Verses & Why He Chose Them (Psalm 139:23-24, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, Philippians 4:4-9, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Psalm 16:1-11) 01:51:36 Listener/Viewer Messages (Do Babies Go To Heaven Or Hell When They Die?) 01:59:55 Paeter's Geek Week (Darkest Dungeon[The End Game Grind], Battlechasers: Nightwar[Learning To Make It Easy], Agents Of Mayhem[Driving Jumping Shooting Grinding!], Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitve Edition PS4[Theme Meets Mechanics, Sound Design], Rogue Wizards) 02:19:37 Next Episode 02:21:22 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review for the premiere of the Netflix animated series Masters Of The Universe: Revelation, a Christian reaction to the recent US Intelligence report on UFOs, and some help from the Bible on how to deal with anxiety as we continue studying the book of Philippians! PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:06:45 Masters Of The Universe: Revelation Season 1 Review 00:24:03 Discontinuing The CGC Network 00:29:24 UFO/UAP Intelligence Report (Lorehaven) 00:37:04 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:55:31 Dealing With Anxiety (Philippians Bible Study) 01:17:40 Listener/Viewer Messages (A Fun Youtube Commentor's Typo) 01:25:45 Paeter's Geek Week (Batman Year One Movie, Under The Red Hood Movie, Superman/Batman Public Enemies Movie, Color Out Of Space Movie, Steam Deck, Playstation Summer Sale, Superman & Lois:A Brief Reminiscence In-Between Cataclysmic Events) 02:14:23 Next Episode 02:16:53 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of the Lovecraftian horror movie "The Void", more video game, movie and tv show entertainment recommendations in our Summer Of Free celebration, and learning to rejoice, defuse tension & anticipate Christ's return as we continue studying Philippians! PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week(including "non-reviews" of Batman The Long Halloween Part 1 and Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance!) TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:03:14 The Void Review 00:28:58 The Summer Of Free (The Void, Super 8, I Robot, Andromeda TV Series, Highlander TV Series, Genshin Impact) 00:42:28 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:57:47 Learning To Rejoice, Defuse Tension & Anticipate Christ's Return (Philippians Bible Study) 01:09:49 Listener/Viewer Messages (Fearing God's Anger Over Playing Violent Games) 01:24:46 Paeter's Geek Week (Darkest Dungeon [Advantages Of Camping & Disarming Traps], Watching Superman: The Movie With My Boys, Superman & Lois TV Series Episode"Holding The Wrench", The Void Blu-Ray, DC Comics Batgirl: Wanted[New 52], DC Comics Forever Evil[New 52]) 02:21:29 Next Episode 02:23:57 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: PLEASE NOTE: Resource links mentioned in segments & an important footnote regarding Paeter's reference to Ravi Zacharias are included below. Leveraging years of his published content, Paeter tackles another gauntlet of controversial topics that are common for Christian Geeks to face, including: Is Faith Illogical? Is Hell Really What We Think It Is? How Should Geeks Express Criticism Of Entertainment? Is It A Sin To Use Video Game Emulators? Is Collecting A Sin Of Materialism? PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! Soul Pancake Jar-Jar Actor Video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfNiSkd3HfI&t=0s Metro UK Entertainment Article: https://metro.co.uk/2013/02/16/the-legality-of-emulation-part-1-readers-feature-3479741/ Berne Convention Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berne_Convention Nintendo Legal Page: http://www.nintendo.com/corp/legal.jsp UK "Archive Copy" Legislation: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/48/section/50A Retrode: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/01/turn_your_retro_cartridges_into_roms_legally A note from Paeter: Although I would not generally refer people to the work of Ravi Zacharias now (the content about collecting was produced in September 2017) given details of his life that have surfaced recently, the quotation by Frank Boreham still stands on its own as a remark I believe is wise and worth considering. TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:05:15 Loki Episode 1 Review 00:18:34 Awake Review 00:29:52 Infinite Review 00:45:08 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:56:27 Snow White DID Consent, And Why It Matters (Lorehaven) 01:04:31 Pre-E3 Game News Reactions (And Some Spiritual Issues Worth Noticing!) 01:29:43 Mentors and our feelings about non-Christians (Philippians Bible Study) 01:43:36 Listener/Viewer Messages (Support Of Extra-Life Fundraising Decision) 01:46:55 Paeter's Geek Week (Vaccine Recovery, DC Universe Infinite[James Gordon Jr In Suicide Squad #20, Mourning Damian In Batman #20,]) 01:58:57 Next Episode 02:01:56 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

A review of the sci-fi suspense horror movie "Meander", a review of the Chris Pratt Amazon Prime Sci-fi action movie "The Tomorrow War", and some thoughts about resolving conflict in church relationships. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week(including "non-reviews" of Batman The Long Halloween Part 1 and Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance!) TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:08 Meander Review 00:11:38 The Tomorrow War Review 00:24:51 CGC & Christian Geek News 00:37:58 Resolving Conflict In Church Relationships (Philippians Bible Study) 00:50:50 Listener/Viewer Messages (A Struggle Discerning If Collecting Is Sinful) 00:55:26 Paeter's Geek Week (Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, Batman The Long Halloween Part 1 Animated Movie, Watching The Dark Knight Rises With My Boys) 01:27:43 Next Episode 01:30:16 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Revelation On Demand "Deliverance" Interview: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ct3zs-106964d Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

ON THIS EPISODE: Leveraging years of his published content, Paeter tackles a gauntlet of controversial topics that are common for Christian Geeks to face, including: Is Fiction Entertainment Sinful By Nature? Are "Bad" Words Really Bad? What's Wrong With Sex & Nudity In Entertainment And Why It Should Bother Us Is It Wrong To Enjoy Scary, Gory, Horror Movies & Entertainment? Is It Wrong To Play As An Evil Character, & Is "Sinning" In A Game Sinning For Real? Is It Wrong To Enjoy Sorcery & Witchcraft In Fiction? PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:02:27 Is It A Sin To Enjoy Fiction? 00:21:35 Is Cussing/Swearing/Cursing Really A Sin? 00:35:00 What's Wrong With Watching Sex & Nudity In Entertainment? 00:52:54 Why Nudity In Entertainment SHOULD Be A Problem For Us 01:26:40 CGC & Christian Geek News 01:31:57 Is It Sinful To Enjoy Scary/Horror Entertainment? (Movies, TV, Games, Etc) 01:45:20 What About Gore & Philippians 4:8? 01:51:09 Is It A Sin If I Play An Evil Character Or "Commit Sin" In A Game? 02:23:26 Is It Sinful To Enjoy Magic In Fiction? 02:32:34 Listener/Viewer Messages (Would Discovering Intelligent Alien Life Change My Christian Belief?) 02:52:51 Next Episode 02:59:58 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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

Reactions to news from E3 2021, including Bethesda/Microsoft, Nintendo, The PC Gaming Show & tons of Indie Games! Also, some thoughts on how we as Christian Geeks can better respond to the game industry's increasing push for diversity. Then, Paeter presents his picks for the best games and hidden gems of E3 2021. PLUS, more assorted topics based on your questions, feedback and Paeter's Geek Week! TIMESTAMPS 00:00:30 Intro 00:01:48 Xbox/Bethesda E3 2021 Event Reactions 00:31:27 Square Enix E3 2021 Showcase Reactions 00:47:23 E# 2021 Digital Showcase & Event Reactions (PC Gaming Show, Nintendo, Limited Run, Intellivision Amico, Future Games Show, Gamespot Play For All) 01:38:09 CGC & Christian Geek News 01:45:43 "Best" Games & Hidden Gems Of E3 2021 00:43:36 Listener/Viewer Messages (Your E3 Reactions) 01:46:55 Paeter's Geek Week (Agents Of Mayhem, Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon, The Value Of Game Pass As A Rental Service, Shakedown Hawaii, PSP Purchases On Vita) 01:58:57 Next Episode 02:01:56 Babylon 5 Schawarma Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and 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 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, with additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2021, 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