Created in the Image of God – Details, episodes & analysis

Scott Arias wasn’t supposed to survive. An oil platform explosion in Iraq should have ended everything. Instead, it sparked the beginning of something bigger. Today, Scott leads a national construction firm built from the ground up—not just with grit, but with God. Every brick of the company reflects his core belief: faith without work is dead. Through military discipline, biblical principles, and a relentless sense of mission, Scott has turned his testimony into a professional calling. But his story isn’t about success for the sake of success. It’s about leadership that serves, work that worships, and the power of building with eternity in mind. This episode is a raw look at what happens when survival meets surrender and how one man decides to stop building for himself and start building for the Kingdom.

What do The Simpsons, Jewish tradition, and internet culture have in common? More than you might think. In this playful yet profound episode of Created in the Image of God, we sit down with Brian Rosman — legal advocate by day, internet legend by night — to explore the story behind The Homer Calendar, a delightfully irreverent website that helps thousands count the days from Passover to Shavuot… with a bit of help from Homer Simpson. What began in 2000 as a one-joke concept has become a multi-decade tradition that fuses pop culture, spiritual mindfulness, and a surprising amount of heart. From cease-and-desist letters to Orthodox endorsements, Brian’s journey with The Homer Calendar is full of unexpected turns, deep insight, and plenty of “D’oh!” moments. We explore how Jewish rituals like counting the Omer can be made more accessible (and even hilarious), how digital creativity can foster spiritual connection, and why blending sacred practice with everyday culture may just be the most authentic expression of faith today. Get ready to drop your questions on the chat and visit homercalendar.net (yes, it’s real!) to join thousands in counting the Omer, one Homer at a time.

How do we discern what is true and false in a world of echo chambers, hidden agendas, and misinformation? What is truth? Ashley Mankanya has an early start on finding answers to these critical questions. Join us as we explore these issues and try to root out hypocrisy wherever we see it, in the ideologies and teachings of others or, more importantly, in ourselves.

Bill and Wade discuss Bill's Anguish of Freedom blog in the context of Israel's release from slavery in Egypt and their failure to establish themselves in the Promised land. We'll also discuss the recent Supreme Court Ruling around affirmative action, and what conclusions can be drawn from that Biblical History, Philosophy, and the Sociology of the American project.

Our upcoming episode welcomes back Dan Barker for the second part of our discussion to answer the question: Does Society need liberation from Religion?

Dan Barker is a former evangelical Christian preacher who is now an American Atheist activist and Author. In short - he is the mirror image of host Wade Fransson - who had a similar background but has become more, not less, religious since resigning from the ministry.

The journey to climb Mount Ararat was filled with adventure and self-discovery. Find out what author Rick Anton discovered about Noah's Ark and the culture of the people who live around Mount Ararat.

Dan Barker is a former evangelical Christian preacher who is now an American Athiest activist and Author. In short - he is the mirror image of host Wade Fransson - who had a similar background but has become more, not less, religious since resigning from the ministry.

In a diverse and interconnected world, the strength of human connection and the profound impact of sudden loss is explored as individuals and communities navigate the uncharted territory of unexpected tragedy, revealing the enduring power of unity and resilience.

Eric Mondschein, author of Life at 12 College Road, is making a special appearance on the show to discuss "Being Grounded in History."

He is walking us through a new tendency towards revisionism in which we ask ourselves whether that has made us ideologically weak. Can being rooted in history help us from being infected by bad ideas? What about the show "The Chosen"?

Your presence can add immeasurable value to our exploration, allowing us to examine religion's critical role in our society and guiding us toward a higher plane of self-discovery and personal growth.

Baptist preacher William Miller predicted the Second Coming of Christ would occur in 1844. The Millerite movement became one of American history's most significant religious movements. It also led to what is known as The Great Disappointment. What were the societal impacts, and are they still being felt today?