Do Christians Marry too Young? Relationships and Christian Culture
Send us Fan Mail Matt and Courtney return from a long break to discuss marriage in both early and modern Christian culture, in light of Paul's advice to the Corinthian church. 1. Proverbs 25:14 - boasting without substance 2. Paul's advice to the unmarried 3. The pitfalls of marriage for the purpose of self-control 4. How do we prepare well for success in marriage? 5. Marriage as a partnership that reveals the worst and forges the best of each person 6. Covert contracts and unmet expect...
29 Mar 2026
Is there a Christian Manosphere?
Send us Fan Mail Matt & Courtney discuss the Manosphere, following Louis Theroux's recent documentary. What does Christianity have to say about the growing influence of male-oriented self help that seeks to dominate women? Join the conversation as we continue to discuss atypical questions about God and life. Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
3 Feb 2026
What if your Pastor Said...Yoga is a sin? Testimonies in church? Wedding rings mandatory?
Send us a text Matt and Courtney return from break to talk 'What if your pastor said...?' 1. Yoga is a sin 2. Every church service will have a personal testimony 3. You must wear your wedding ring to church Join the conversation weekly as we discuss Atypical questions about God and life! Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
16 Dec 2025
How should Christians approach Conflict in relationships? Does Jesus call us to avoid, or confront?
Send us a text Matt and Courtney discuss a Christian's approach to conflict; in friendships, within the church, in relationship. What principles, verses, challenges are at play? Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
9 Dec 2025
Serving - Does the church rely too heavily on volunteers?
Send us a text Matt and Courtney discuss serving in the church - how churches can uplift our spiritual giftings, whether ‘performative’ serving is wrong, whether some roles should be paid, and more! Join the conversation as we unpack a proverb and discuss Atypical Christian topics together. We’d love to hear from you! Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
2 Dec 2025
Masculinity - Exploring Christ and 'Traditional' Male Identity
Send us a text Matt & Courtney discuss masculinity in the bible and the person of Jesus - but are his counter-cultural 'masculine' traits actually just reflective of Christian maturity, regardless of gender? We take a look at true and false masculinity as presented by the world and by Christianity; who or what is the ultimate example? Hint: it's not a married pastor... 1. Proverb time 2. How does Jesus reinforce or reject cultural aspects of masculinity? 3. The importance and benefits of ...
25 Nov 2025
Church Seating Rules / Women Proposing to Men / Is a Virtual Church Gathering Better?
Send us a text Courtney and Matt talk Atypical Christian topics, hoping to encourage a culture of open conversation - while delving into some areas that could really use a solid chat. This episode, not so much. After some poppin Proverbs, we ask: "What if your pastor said...": 1. Tall people and anyone with big hair must sit in the back of the church 2. Women are not permitted to propose to men 3. We will only be meeting virtually - it's better than in-person church Are any of these lik...
18 Nov 2025
Biblical Modesty part 2 - empowerment over compliance, purity culture and sexuality in the church
Send us a text Courtney and Matt continue their discussion - this time on how to create good with modesty and sexuality, as well as some in-depth discussion of sexuality within Christian marriage. Matt continues to pop in with Proverbs. - How can we reconstruct biblical modesty in a positive way? - Leaning on the Holy Spirit for discernment - Compliance vs empowerment - Applying modesty equally; moving past role-based models - How role-based sexuality impacts Christian marriage - For our...
11 Nov 2025
Christians and Clubbing / the Intersection of Faith and Secular Culture
Send us a text Matt and Courtney discuss Christian intersections with secular culture. Jesus calls us to be in the world, but not of the world. How do we apply this teaching? Is it dangerous for us to engage with media or experiences that are not foundationally Christian? Our intersection with secular culture; when does it become unhelpful?Following secular events and activities - but not being formed by themLearning to follow our convictionsAppreciating God's creative expression even in secu...
4 Nov 2025
Are we Treating our Bodies as a Temple or Are we Worshipping our Bodies?
Send us a text Matt & Courtney discuss: are we treating our bodies as a temple - or are we worshipping our bodies? 1 - What the bible says about our bodies 2 - What the world says about about our bodies 3 - God's beauty in creation 4 - Body worship - what's happening on the inside 5 - Freedom in Christ Bonus Point - Should Christians get tattoos? Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
28 Oct 2025
When Christian Friendships Fail
Send us a text Matt & Courtney discuss Christian Friendships - and God's role in growing or closing relationships. 1 - Types of Christian relationships 2 - When Christian friendships feel imbalanced 3 - How God works His purposes through closing a relationship/friendship 4 - A Biblical example: David & Jonathan 5 - Friendships and God's greater purpose Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
21 Oct 2025
Should Christians aim to be 'People Pleasers?'
Send us a text Courtney and Matt discuss - should Christians care what others think about them? 1 - Outside perceptions of Christian behaviour 2 - When Christians disagree 3 - Adjusting behaviour based on human weakness 4 - Looking for validation in the wrong places 5 - Why we curate our image - even in Church 6 - Trusting the opinion of people who know you best Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
21 Oct 2025
Can Christian Men Wear Budgie Smugglers? Modesty, sexuality and identity
Send us a text Matt & Courtney discuss biblical modesty. 1 - What is modesty, and what does the Bible say about it 2 - How Christian teachings / culture have been problematic in the area of female modesty 3 - How modesty & purity culture also affects men's Christian development 4 - Sexualisation and Shame 5 - God cares more about the heart Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
21 Oct 2025
Can Christians find themselves in their faith? Christian identity, diversity, creative expression
Send us a text Matt & Courtney discuss Christian identity, asking: Can Christians find themselves in their faith? 1 - Principles of Christian Identity 2 - Converting & Conforming 3 - The beauty of diversity among God's people 4 - Seeking God's unique purpose for your life 5 - God's creative expression and ours Drop us a line! Insta: @atypical_christian
19 Oct 2025
Atypical Christian - Trailer
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