Rethinking Scripture with JR Pittman

About Rethinking Scripture with JR Pittman

JR Pittman was created for one purpose: to push you further than you are comfortable going. Through books, newsletters, podcasts, and an ever-expanding platform, JR Pittman exists to serve not only scholars and theologians, but everyday readers — and those who have never considered themselves readers at all. We believe the most dangerous thing a mind can do is stop questioning, and the most courageous thing a person can do is think differently than the room they're sitting in. JR Pittman is a platform for authors and thinkers who refuse to accept a conclusion simply because it has always been the accepted one — writers who challenge norms, interrogate assumptions, and invite their readers into conversations that are long overdue. Our debut title, Women Are Not the Villains, is exactly that kind of book — a work designed not to comfort the familiar, but to ignite a global conversation that the church, the scholar, and the curious mind have all been circling for centuries without the courage to land. This is only the beginning. With a growing roster of authors who think outside every box they were handed, JR Pittman is building something rare: a publishing home where expanding your thinking is not optional — it is the entire point.

Publisher

infofcg

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Jul 2026

Latest episode

3 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Who Put It There? The Brain and the Great Divide | J.R. Pittman One-on-One

   One night in Wisconsin, May Lemke woke to someone in her house playing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1, beautifully and without a mistake. It was her son Leslie: born premature, blind, with cerebral palsy, unable to walk until he was 15. He had heard the piece once, on TV, earlier that evening. Where did that come from? In this Book III episode of Your Brain Is Not an Accident, J.R. Pittman makes the case for both sides of what he calls the Great Divide, and tells you where he has landed. The Great Divide: science shows we have evolved. Genesis 2:7 shows Adam formed from the dust, complete. How do the two fit together? Evolution in three simple ideas, and Peter and Rosemary Grant's Galápagos finches, whose beaks measurably changed after the 1977 drought. Why Book III goes back and forth between breaking Darwin's theory and inviting him to Sunday dinner. The brain: 86 billion neurons, about 20% of the body's energy, and why the "10 percent" idea is a myth. Capacity no one asked for: Kim Peek, who memorized about 9,000 books but couldn't button his shirt, and Ben Underwood, who lost both eyes to cancer as a toddler and learned to "see" by clicking his tongue. Alfred Russel Wallace, co-discoverer of natural selection, who concluded it could not explain mathematics, music and moral sense. Where JR stands: evolution is real, but the brain is more than evolution. He believes it was designed by God so we could communicate with Him and with each other. Help find the bridge. How do you see the relationship between Adam and evolution? Send your answer or comments to info@25millionbacktothebible.com by November 15. JR will share what you sent on Tuesday, November 17. Book IV is out now: Why Didn't Adam Speak Up? Adam was standing right there in the garden and heard every word. And he said nothing. Search "Why Didn't Adam Speak Up" on Amazon. Register free at 25millionbacktothebible.com and bring one person with you. New episodes every Tuesday, 6 p.m. Central.

2. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Who Is J.R. Pittman? | The First Fireside Chat

   Pull up a chair. In the final episode on Book 2, The Tree, the Lie and the Cost of Sin, J.R. Pittman hosts his very first Fireside Chat and answers the six questions listeners keep asking: Who is J.R. Pittman? What are your goals? Why take on a challenge as big as bringing 25 million people back to the Bible? Why should I trust your thoughts? (His answer: don't. Pick up your Bible and reach your own conclusions.) What are your limitations? Why promise this will be the number one podcast in the world? Then J.R. says something plainly: evolution is real. But the human brain, about 86 billion neurons, 2% of your body weight and 20% of your energy, carries far more capacity than survival ever asked for. That's why we are more than evolution, and why Book 3 matters. Finally, the question J.R. calls the Great Divide: how do Adam and evolution fit together? He hasn't received the answer, and he's asking for your help. Send your thoughts to info@25millionbacktothebible.com by November 15. Every sincere answer will be treated with respect, and the best will be shared in a special Fireside Chat. Coming up: next Tuesday is the first full episode on Book 3, and Book 4, Why Didn't Adam Speak Up?, releases November 1. Register free at 25millionbacktothebible.com and bring one friend with you. 25 Million Back to the Bible. We need civility.

3. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Rethinking Scriptures Podcast: Book 2 Q&A — The Tree, the Lie and the Cost of Sin

   In this second Tuesday Discussion Group episode, J.R. Pitman fields listener questions regarding Book 2 of his series, The Tree, the Lie and the Cost of Sin. Opening the show, Pitman proposes pausing discussions about his secret identity and Mackenzie Scott so the audience can refocus their energy entirely on the mission: bringing 25 million people back to the Bible.

4. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Rethinking Scriptures Podcast: Book 2 — The Tree, the Lie and the Cost of Sin

   In this episode of Rethinking Scriptures, J.R. Pitman dives deep into Book 2 of his 13-part series: The Tree, the Lie and the Cost of Sin. Pitman opens by sharing the near-death car incident that gave him his purpose and sparked the 25 Million Back to the Bible movement. He also briefly addresses the topic of household leadership, encouraging listeners to read Ephesians 5 in preparation for the upcoming discussion group. The core of the episode exposes Satan's playbook in the Garden of Eden. Pitman breaks down the enemy's three distinct moves: Questioning God's Word: Planting the seed of doubt ("Has God indeed said?"). Denying the Cost: Falsely claiming there is no consequence for sin ("You shall not surely die"). Flattering the Heart: Appealing to humanity's desire to be more ("You will be like God"). Pitman explains that Eve was not targeted out of weakness, but because her closeness to Adam made her the fastest route to him. Ultimately, he reveals the true cost of their sin: while they did not suffer instant physical death, they suffered immediate spiritual death through the devastating loss of closeness with God. Listeners are encouraged to guard their closest relationships, resist the devil, and join the mission at 25millionbacktothebible.com. Tune in next Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Eastern for the live discussion group.

5. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Why Was Satan Allowed in the Garden? | J.R. Pittman One-on-One

   In this one-on-one episode, J.R. Pittman challenges listeners to pick up their Bibles and revisit "Book 1: Women Are Not the Villains" with fresh eyes and an open mind. He dives into difficult questions that have been avoided for 2,000 years, specifically asking why an all-knowing, all-loving God would plant a tempting tree in the middle of the Garden of Eden and allow Satan to approach Adam and Eve. Join the mission for civility and new thinking by visiting 25millionbacktothebible.com, and prepare for the upcoming releases of Book 2 and beyond.

6. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Rethinking Eden: Why Satan Didn’t Attack a Weak Link

   In this Book 1 Discussion Group session, JR Pittman tackles the often-misunderstood dynamics of the Garden of Eden and challenges the narrative that women are the villains of the story. Starting with a powerful lesson on human civility from the town of Gander, Canada, during the events of 9/11, the conversation shifts to how we read the story of Adam and Eve. Was Eve really the "weak link"? Or did the serpent intentionally target the strongest bond in all of creation—the newly established marriage?. Join the 25 Million Back to the Bible mission as we reexamine Genesis 2:24, what it actually means for a man to "leave and cleave," and why guarding your closest relationships matters today.

7. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Rethinking Scriptures Podcast: Book 1, Episode 2 — Women Are Not the Villains

   Host J.R. Pittman challenges traditional biblical narratives by arguing that Eve was humanity's first victim of deception rather than the rebellious mastermind of its downfall. The Core Mission: Pittman outlines a primary goal to bring 25 million people back to the Bible to foster a baseline of societal civility. Re-evaluating Eve: The episode re-examines Genesis 3, emphasizing that the serpent specifically targeted Eve to break the strongest bond in creation—the connection between man and woman. Personal Accountability: While Eve was deceived, Pittman stresses that she still faced accountability for her actions, highlighting the importance of owning personal choices without shifting blame. Community Action: Listeners are encouraged to join weekly discussion groups, form Bible study teams, and actively participate in driving the 25-million-person goal.

8. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Was Eve Really Equal to Adam? | J.R. Pittman One-on-One

   In this episode of J.R. Pittman One-on-One, J.R. responds directly to questions from readers of Women Are Not the Villains, Book One of the Rethinking Scriptures series. Was Eve truly equal to Adam? How can we acknowledge that she was deceived without removing her personal responsibility? Why has history placed more blame on Eve, and why does Adam appear to escape the same level of scrutiny? J.R. examines what the biblical text actually says about Eve, accountability, equality, and Adam’s silence. He also shares updates on the upcoming books in the series, encourages listeners to begin their own discussion groups, and continues the mission of bringing 25 million people back to the Bible. Submit questions and discussion-group responses to info@25millionbacktothebible.com and learn more at jrpittman.com

9. 

   11 Aug 2026

   Getting to Know J.R. Pittman & The Mission for Civility

   Welcome to the inaugural episode of the J.R. Pittman Discussion Group. In this candid solo session, J.R. steps to the microphone without a filter to answer the most pressing questions from his readers: Who is he, why did he write this 13-book series without any formal biblical training, and what is his ultimate purpose? Driven by a deep concern for a world losing its compassion, J.R. shares the touching story of his father's unconditional love and how that powerful earthly example opened the door to a deeper relationship with God. This episode explores the core theme of his newly released first book, Women Are Not the Villains, exploring how our closest relationships can be tested. Ultimately, J.R. reveals his ambitious goal: to inspire 25 million people to pick up their Bibles, start community discussions, and ignite a grassroots movement to bring civility back to society.

10. 

    28 Jul 2026

    Rethinking Scriptures Episode 1 - The Introduction

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