Theologizer and author Trey Ferguson presents the stories and cases of the Bible in his own modern vernacular with fresh commentary in less than 20 minutes! Got questions you wanna hear answered on the show? Leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! Learn more about Trey at www.pastortrey05.com Check out 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒊𝒛𝒊𝒏’ 𝑩𝒊𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒓 wherever books are sold. (https://www.lakedrivebooks.com/books/theologizin-bigger/) Connect with him on (most) social media @PastorTrey05 Support Three Black Men at patreon.c ...
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Trey Ferguson Of Three Black Men Podcasts
Robert Monson, Sam Gay, and Trey Ferguson attempt to capture real life conversations that center around wrestling with God, issues within Black culture, and things in society/the world. Find out more about the work we produce and check out merch here: https://linktr.ee/threeblackmen Support Three Black Men and join our community at patreon.com/threeblackmen Connect with us at [email protected]
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We interrupt our scheduled break in programming to bring you this historical, political, and theological reflection on Juneteenth. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblac…
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Profiles In Truth telling: Mariann Edgar Budde
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9:46In this episode Robert highlights the work of Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde as a profile in sincere Truth Telling. Please check out her book How We Learn To Be Brave. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you …
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Who is Melchizedek? Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of other sorts, I’m always trying to figure out how to provok…
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In this episode we talk about the work of being an iconoclast and the care that is needed to do it well. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: [email protected]…
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In this episode, we look back on 100 episodes of Treyslation. If you want to find out more about The Intention Church (mentioned in the show) visit theintentionchurch.com. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets…
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Sam and Robert sit down in this episode to talk about the evolution of (or lack of) rappers that they have been impacted by and learned from. Enjoy. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via…
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This episode looks at Psalm 51 and some of the helpful (and not so helpful) lessons we can glean from it. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts,…
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In this episode, we get the opportunity to sit with our first guest ever...Sharifa Stevens in a full circle moment as we discuss her new book When We Talk to God: Prayers and Poems for Black Women. Please go and get her book wherever books are sold and check out her substack at https://sharifahstevens.substack.com To support the work that we do her…
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This episode looks at the heart of the gospel by pondering the implications of John 3:1-21 (again). Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or sp…
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In this episode Sam and Robert discuss their mental health and the state of the country. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: [email protected]…
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In this week's episode, Sam & Trey sit down to talk about the capacity for telling the truth in music... but the temptation and allure of peddling nonsense instead. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you…
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This episode talks about... well... the B.I.B.L.E.! Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of other sorts, I’m always tr…
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In this episode we are happy to bring back on the podcast poet and author Nikki Grimes to talk about her new book Glory, Too: Poems. You can find out more about this book and about more of her work at nikkigrimes.com To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd li…
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In this episode, we look at the short ending of Mark and wonder what the earliest followers of Jesus might have sat with after finding the empty tomb. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, ser…
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In this episode we think through the normal critiques of building echo chambers and offer a generative approach to building them. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblack…
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We look at a demonstration that may have cost Jesus his life in Mark 11:15-18. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of…
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In this episode, we sit down to talk about the recent viral clip of Marvin Sapp and the pressure to give financially to church spaces. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: three…
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We look at Acts 22:1-13 to see how the Spirit of God moves in a chaotic room. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of …
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In continuing the season's theme of truth telling...Trey reads Martin Luther King Jr's Letter from Birmingham Jail. Enjoy. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblackmenpodc…
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The story of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32) gives us an opportunity to reflect on that which we may have lost, and hope for what we can find. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic p…
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In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the roles that shame has played in our lives and how it can be a generative force. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: thr…
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In a bit of a change of pace, we take a look at Isaiah 52:13-53:12 (in the NRSV) to see where we can see Christ in communal suffering. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentati…
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Truth Teller Spotlight: Martin Luther King Jr.
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39:29In this episode, we bring Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and work to the table and talk through what it means to be a truth teller who emulates his work. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that…
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The reign of God is not defined by scarcity. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of other sorts, I’m always trying to…
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Continuing the conversations we have been having on being truth tellers, we sit down and talk about the journey towards telling the truth to ourselves. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that …
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In times like these, all sorts of temptations abound. Thank GOD Jesus can relate. Let's check out Matthew 3:13-4:11 to see what I mean. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentat…
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In this brief episode Robert thinks about the role of Black imagination and how it relates to truth telling. He reads a Foreword of Natasha Marin's book Black Imagination. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patre…
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It sorta seems like "the powers that be" are always tryna kill when it comes to God's business 🫤. This episode takes a look at the first time they tried to kill jesus, way back in Matthew 2:13-15. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. …
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Four Black Men Talk About Telling the Truth (With Special Guest Rev. Solomon Missouri)
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43:40In this episode we sit down with the always thoughtful and always funny Reverend Solomon Missouri. For more information on his work please visit www.solomonmissouri.com To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon,…
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In one time of political chaos, we look back at another such time of chaos in Matthew 2:1-3, where a king who was made is frightened by one who was born. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, …
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Trey leads this episode and continues the theme of the season by leaning into the legacy of Ida B. Wells. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: [email protected]…
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We check the voicemail and reflect on Paul's words in Romans 13 AND what it means that the poor in spirit are blessed. If you’re struggling, it’s okay to share your feelings. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Just pick up your phone and dial 988. Got MORE Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! I like play…
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Season 6: Truth Tellers and (Shhh) Peddlers
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22:27We are back at the table for season 6. In this opening episode we discuss the gravity of the moments that we are living in. We are energized to podcast this season and hope you will enjoy what we have cooking up. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like t…
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In season 5, we're tracing and chasing Jesus through the chaos. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements of other sorts, I…
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We end Season 5 and our journey towards hope together. We are proud of all of the conversations we have had and look forward to Season 6. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: th…
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In the season finale of Treyslation, we revisit Paul's words on love in 1 Corinthians 13. Got Bible questions? You can still leave a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking eng…
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In this episode we sit down with author Quina Aragon to talk about her new book Love Has a Story. Please go to https://quinaaragon.com/love-has-a-story/ for more info. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, …
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In John 14:15-21, Jesus tells his disciples how they'll stay plugged in after he takes a sabbatical. Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, pod…
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Don't Be Afraid of the Dark with Cody Balfour
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47:38In this episode we talk with author Cody Balfour about his new book Don't Be Afraid of the Dark. Please go to https://www.codyqbalfour.com for more information on his work. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patr…
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When we sit with the events of Matthew 27:45-54, are we sure God's wrath was satisfied at the cross? What if the opposite happened? And what if God's wrath could actually lead us somewhere new & beautiful? Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. S…
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(Note this was supposed to upload Tuesday morning but failed to upload) In this episode Robert shares some reflections from Dr. Martin Luther King's book Strength to Love. Please allow Dr. King's words to anchor you on a tumultuous Election Day. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/…
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Can you find hope in a God who weeps? Let's ponder that as we sit with John 11. Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking en…
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In this episode, the three of us are in person and podcasting from the mountains. We discuss how we use podcasting to be an agent of hope in the world. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that …
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In 2 Timothy 3:16, we get a famous verse about scripture being God-breathed. But what does that really mean? Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible stud…
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Join this episode for a sermon from Pastor Trey where he speaks on the notion that Christ is the the purpose of wisdom. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblackmenpodcast…
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In Genesis 12:1-9, a man named Abram meets God and completely uproots his life. That's pretty crazy. Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, pod…
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In this episode, Robert gives some context to finding hope in chaotic times. For more of his thoughts on the topic go to a post he wrote about here: https://open.substack.com/pub/musingsfromabrokenheart/p/dancing-in-the-dark-pt-2?r=i2ptp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit …
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We check the voicemail and reflect on a strange command Jesus keeps giving in the gospel accounts. Got MORE Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking engagements o…
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In this episode we talk about the new Netflix show, Supacell and the gift that it is to Black imagination and world building. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblackmenp…
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In Matthew 19:1-12, Jesus takes us beyond scripture to reveal the Word of God. Got Bible questions? Quit bein' scared and leave us a voicemail at 305-290-1190! We may even put you in the show 🌚. I like playing with words. So that’s what I do. Whether it be with tweets, videos, essays, sermonic presentations, Bible studies, podcasts, or speaking eng…
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