Ep 1227 | Jase Investigates a Santa Claus Crime Scene & Stumbles Into a Bigger Cover-Up

Al and Zach realize Willie’s long-standing penchant for sibling rivalry didn’t stop with his generation as Christian and John Luke face off along their shared property lines. The guys revisit Phil’s tongue-in-cheek warning about a notorious manhood killer  that’s apparently caused years of collateral damage to Robertson landscaping. Studying Saul and David reveals how pride, jealousy, and excuse-making unravel leaders, and what faithful people can do when those in charge keep making the wrong choices.  In this episode: Deuteronomy 17; 1 Samuel 1–4; 1 Samuel 5–12; 1 Samuel 13–18; 1 Samuel 18–2 Samuel 1 Today's conversation is about Lesson 4 of The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King taught by Hillsdale Professor Justin Jackson. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/⁠ More about The David Story: Encounter the beauty of the Bible. The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King explores the lives of Israel's first two kings—Saul and David—to discover the Bible’s profound lessons about fatherhood, the nature of sin, and the consequences of sin on both a family and a nation. While David suffers great tragedies due to his own transgressions, he models a path to redemption through repentance. Join Professor Justin Jackson in a careful reading of First and Second Samuel to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning and beauty of this story that is not only fundamental to the Christian and Jewish faiths, but also a literary masterpiece. Join us today in this pursuit of a deeper understanding of the Bible in “The David Story.” Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-04:05 Phil’s advice on not losing your manliness 04:06-09:57 Saul makes the wrong choice every single time 09:58-16:50 The seductive trappings of power 16:51-24:17 Taking responsibility for your actions is key 24:18-29:15 Samuel goes full-on Old Testament 29:16-34:20 The problem with Sunday school stories 34:21-39:11 David starts as a DoorDasher 39:12-49:00 David rope-a-dopes Goliath to become king — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase treats a fallen yard Santa like a full-blown crime scene, sparking an investigation that leads the guys into Matthew’s account of the original resurrection cover-up. They break down the guards’ panicked story, the bribe that launched history’s first disinformation campaign, and why sin can make even smart people believe the most irrational explanations. Al walks through what John and Peter actually “saw” at the empty tomb and how the evidence pushes every person to confront the truth for themselves. In this episode: Matthew 27, verses 62–66; Matthew 28, verses 2–4 and 11–15; Luke 24, verses 36–43; John 20, verses 1–10; Mark 1, verse 15; Luke 19, verses 10–27 and verse 38; Colossians 3, verse 15; 2 Corinthians 4, verses 13–15; Psalm 116, verses 8–15; John 5, verses 24–29; John 11, verses 23–25; 1 Corinthians 15, verses 3–4  “Unashamed” Episode 1227 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Get talk, text, and data for just $20 a month! https://ruffgreens.com — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed! https://on.auraframes.com/UNASHAMED — Get exclusive offer of $35 off Carver Mat with Promo Code UNASHAMED https://chministries.org/unashamed — See why Christians are ditching health insurance for good. Get a simpler alternative at half the cost! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-09:45 Jase resurrects Santa from the dead 09:46-17:42 Jesus reappears after his resurrection 17:43-27:00 Disciples have a ghost encounter 27:01-37:02 Two kinds of people in the world 37:03-48:06 Mary’s reacts to Jesus’ missing body 48:07-55:55 Fear of suffering keeps us from the resurrection — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase and Al offer a big holiday update: Miss Kay is thriving and finally joining the family compound, despite the constant online rumors to the contrary. Zach explores Elon Musk’s prediction that work will one day become obsolete thanks to artificial intelligence, and the guys contrast the idea with the vocation God gave humans from the beginning. They dive into why meaningful work is part of our created purpose and how the rising “no kings” mindset misses the one King the resurrection has already revealed. In this episode: Genesis 1, verse 2; Genesis 1, verse 28; Genesis 2, verse 15; Genesis 9, verse 7; Genesis 12, verses 2–3; Exodus 1, verses 6–7; Proverbs 1, verse 26; Proverbs 3, verse 26; Proverbs 3, verse 34; John 20, verses 1–31; Acts 2, verses 25–28; Acts 13, verses 32–37; Romans 1, verses 1–4; Romans 8, verses 18–23 “Unashamed” Episode 1226 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al is finally losing weight! Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900. https://on.auraframes.com/UNASHAMED - get exclusive offer of $35 off Carver Mat with Promo Code UNASHAMED Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. Get 25% Off with code: UNASHAMED at https://mybrightcore.com/unashamed or dial (888) 404-9677 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! https://tomorrowclubs.org/unashamed — Join this disciple-making movement by supporting Tomorrow Clubs! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Chapters: 00:00-05:55 Jase is unarmed & Si admits he flopped 05:56-15:15 Jase’s awful, terrible, no-good day 15:16- 23:29 We have one job here on earth 23:30-29:26 Will Ai eliminate the concept of work? 29:27-41:02 No king except THE king 41:03-55:35 Resurrection is our coronation Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase, Al, and Zach respond to an emotionally raw husband who finally confessed his lifelong porn problem and is now facing the painful fallout. The guys talk honestly about how secrets choke intimacy, why confession hurts before it heals, and how hiding only multiplies the damage that sin has already done. They pivot into Phil’s old “soul-sleep” way of describing death and compare it to Jesus’ promise of paradise and Paul’s glimpses of the world to come. The guys land on why believers can face both confession and death with confidence: in Christ, neither your darkest secret nor your final breath gets the last word. In this episode: John 19, verses 38–42; John 20, verses 19–23; Acts 17, verse 28; Romans 8, verses 10–23; 1 Corinthians 5, verses 1–5; 2 Corinthians 12, verses 1–4; Galatians 5, verses 16–18; Ephesians 2, verse 6; Ephesians 3, verses 16–19; Ephesians 4, verses 9–10; Ephesians 4, verses 4–6; Revelation 1, verses 13–18; Revelation 2, verse 7; Revelation 21, verses 1–4; Revelation 22, verses 1–5 “Unashamed” Episode 1225 is sponsored by: https://covenanteyes.com/unashamed — Try the Victory software free for 30 days!  https://on.auraframes.com/UNASHAMED — Get exclusive offer of $35 off Carver Mat with Promo Code UNASHAMED https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al is finally losing weight! Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900. https://andrewandtodd.com or call 888-888-1172 — These guys are the real deal. Get trusted mortgage guidance and expertise from someone who shares your values! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use the keyword BABY to donate today. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-15:11 When your dirty secrets are exposed 15:12-21:08 A baseball champ comes for dinner 21:09-26:06 Mia comes home for the holidays 26:07-31:16 Facing the consequences of our sins 31:17-42:15 Are we awake after we die? 42:16-50:25 Paradise is a person & a place 50:26-57:12 A present reality with future benefits — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase comes in fired up after spotting a fake news post about himself, Willie, and Miss Kay — and he’s not moving on until he clears the air. Meanwhile, Al rounds up his brothers and Uncle Si in the duck blind for opening day, and it becomes obvious fast who can actually hunt…and who absolutely cannot. Plus, Jase uncovers something on his property that even a treasure-hunting expert can’t identify — and has a bizarre run-in with a stranger in the middle of nowhere. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College 'Unashamed' episode 1224 is sponsored by: https://ponchooutdoors.com/unashamed — We love our Poncho Outdoors shirts! Get $10 off your first order & free shipping https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Get talk, text, and data for just $20 a month! https://on.auraframes.com/UNASHAMED - get exclusive offer of $35 off Carver Mat with Promo Code UNASHAMED http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00 Jase is FED UP with the latest fake news AI post  04:57 Jase's latest treasure hunt  15:50 First duck season opening day without Phil  24:55 Phil's game warden suspicions  37:00 Zach was an early fan of Jase's teaching & preaching  39:30 Recent baptism story  41:50 Al's sermon alliteration  44:20 Jase's stranger encounter — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian explore the principle of “no kings” and how cultural envy pushed Israel to demand a leader who looked impressive but lacked character and paid for it dearly. The guys  trace the fallout from choosing Saul, contrast it with David’s repentant heart, and show how wanting to resemble other nations sent Israel down a destructive path.  In this episode: Genesis 11; Genesis 12; Genesis 3, verse 24; Genesis 4; Exodus 14; Exodus 16; Exodus 17; Exodus 25; Deuteronomy 17; Joshua 2; Joshua 7; Judges 2; Judges 21; 1 Samuel 4, verses 19–22; 1 Samuel 5; 1 Samuel 6; 1 Samuel 8; 1 Samuel 9; 1 Samuel 10; Jonah 1; Hebrews 12, verses 28–29; Psalm 51; Romans 1 Today's conversation is about Lesson 1 of The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King taught by Hillsdale Professor Justin Jackson. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/⁠ More about The David Story: Encounter the beauty of the Bible. The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King explores the lives of Israel's first two kings—Saul and David—to discover the Bible’s profound lessons about fatherhood, the nature of sin, and the consequences of sin on both a family and a nation. While David suffers great tragedies due to his own transgressions, he models a path to redemption through repentance. Join Professor Justin Jackson in a careful reading of First and Second Samuel to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning and beauty of this story that is not only fundamental to the Christian and Jewish faiths, but also a literary masterpiece. Join us today in this pursuit of a deeper understanding of the Bible in “The David Story.” Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase puts science and Scripture side by side to explore what really happens when we die, from decay and consciousness to the promise of resurrection. The guys tackle the big question head-on: did Jesus actually go to hell between the cross and the empty tomb, and what does that mean for believers like Phil who are with the Lord but still awaiting resurrection? Plus, Kim Bright sheds light on the devastating effects of microplastics on human health and offers a solution that’s surprisingly simple. In this episode: Hebrews 1, verses 1–3; Hebrews 2, verses 14–15; John 2, verses 18–22; John 5, verses 16–29; Matthew 6, verses 9–10; Romans 6, verses 1–4; Ephesians 2, verses 1–7; Romans 8, verses 1–4 and 18–23; 2 Thessalonians 1, verse 9; Luke 16, verses 19–31; Luke 23, verse 43; 2 Corinthians 5, verses 1–8; Philippians 1, verses 21–24; 1 Peter 3, verses 18–20; 1 Samuel 28; Hebrews 12, verses 1–2 and 22–24; Hebrews 13; 1 Thessalonians 4, verses 13–18 “Unashamed” Episode 1222 is sponsored by: https://andrewandtodd.com or call 888-888-1172 — These guys are the real deal. Get trusted mortgage guidance and expertise from someone who shares your values! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Get their best unlimited plan for just $29.95 a month! https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al is finally losing weight! Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Chapters: 00:00-15:01 Jase studies physics & thermodynamics 15:02-24:53 The Holy of Holies is emptied 24:54-37:21 What happens to souls in Hell 37:22-44:30 Did Jesus go to Hell? 44:31-56:12 The solution to the microplastics problem — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si helps his best friend, Philip McMillan, baptize the sister he never knew he had, and Philip credits Jase and Phil with changing the trajectory of not just his own life but generations of his family. Si gets real about what happens when people keep putting off the decision to follow Jesus, and the guys dig into what the Bible says about trusting God even in moments of fear or anxiety. Plus, Si reveals what happened when he dared to preach to an inmate who was not interested in anything he had to say. In this episode: Acts 2; Hebrews 11, verse 6; Hebrews 11; Romans 4, verse 17; 1 Peter 3, verse 15; John 3, verses 19–21; Luke 17, verses 20–21; Matthew 5; Romans 8, verse 11 “Unashamed” Episode 1221 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed https://ruffgreens.com — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed! https://tomorrowclubs.org/unashamed — Join this disciple-making movement by supporting Tomorrow Clubs! Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @‌trueclassic at http://trueclassic.com/ROBERTSON! #trueclassicpod https://donewithdebt.com — Start building the life you deserve and talk with one of their strategists today. It’s FREE! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-13:27 Discovering long-lost sisters 13:28-19:57 What does faith truly mean? 19:58-28:12 Dealing with fear & anxiety as a Christian 28:13-37:33 How to miss eternity by a single moment 37:34- 45:31 Jesus pays his taxes supernaturally 45:32-56:18 How a wise man spends his gold  — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase describes a creepy encounter that put him on edge when he thought he was alone in the woods and unveils a bizarre but strangely fitting analogy about handheld vacuums and mortality. Honoring Phil with an opening-day hunt leads the guys into a conversation about death, the physical reality of our bodies breaking down, and the haunting mystery of what becomes of our souls. The study of John 19 brings them to Jesus’ burial, the stark imagery of New Orleans tombs, and the eerie stillness of the grave before the stone rolled away. The guys explore how the empty tomb and the launch of the new creation reshape our understanding of earthly death—and what truly happens next. In this episode: John 19, verses 28–42; John 20, verse 1; Psalm 22, verses 1–2, 27–31; Genesis 1, verses 26–28; Genesis 2, verses 7, 15–17; Genesis 3, verse 19; Genesis 3, verses 22–24; Genesis 9, verse 6; Luke 1, verses 26–38; Matthew 1, verses 18–25; Ephesians 1, verses 3–14; Acts 17, verses 24–28 “Unashamed” Episode 1220 is sponsored by: https://ponchooutdoors.com/unashamed — We love our Poncho Outdoors shirts! Get $10 off your first order & free shipping Get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas when you download the FREE Upside App and use promo code UNASHAMED! https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Get their best unlimited plan for just $29.95 a month! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://bravebooks.com/unashamed — Get 20% off AND get Missy’s book “Because You’re My Family” and Jep and Jessica’s book “Dear Valor” free with code UNASHAMED http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-8:05 Willie’s time crunch cramps Jase’s style 08:06-15:38 Zach’s Jackson 5-style retirement scheme 15:39-20:28 The most important chapter in human history 20:29-29:20 Finding the lost tomb of Jesus 29:21-34:15 Jase helps a man off the fence 34:16-41:09 What happens when we die according to ChatGPT 41:10-49:30 How do we know souls exist?49:31-57:00 Dustbusters aren’t great coffins — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase looks fondly back on Phil’s last hunt, and Al shares breaking news about the upcoming movie telling his and Lisa’s full redemption story. Al’s daughter Alex joins the guys to talk about revisiting painful family history, healing through transparency, and how to face and talk about generational trauma with honesty and grace. The guys wrap with a deep dive into John 19 and 20 and the meaning behind the water, blood, and renewal found in Jesus’ death and resurrection. In this episode: Romans 1, verse 21; John 3; John 10; Psalm 22; Exodus 12, verse 46; Numbers 9, verse 12; John 19; John 20, verse 1; First John 5; Acts 1–2; Genesis 1 “Unashamed” Episode 1219 is sponsored by: Stand firm for values that matter. Join the fight today at https://www.frc.org/unashamed https://netsuite.com/unashamed — Download the free business guide, Demystifying AI today! https://on.auraframes.com/UNASHAMED — Get exclusive offer of $35 off Carver Mat with Promo Code UNASHAMED https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al is finally losing weight! Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900. https://cozyearth.com/unashamed — Get 40% off at Cozy Earth dot com and use code UNASHAMED from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday. http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-06:56 Willie’s ADHD & Zach’s MIA  06:57-14:14 Announcing a new project 14:15-20:34 The nitty gritty of infidelity20:35-29:11 Why telling your story matters 29:12-33:32 Al must repent for being a hypocrite 33:33-42:00 Teaching kids to embrace thankfulness 42:01-51:07 The brutality of being crucified 51:08-57:00 Heavenly death = earthly life — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices