Clearly with Jimmy & Kelly Needham

• 1 & 2 Chronicles Are Not Boring (You Are)

  Hey friends! In this episode of Clearly, we dive into First and Second Chronicles, and yep—we brought the musical energy with us (you're welcome and/or we apologize). 🎶 We admit it: at first glance, these books can feel like a slog. Names, genealogies, land divisions... it’s not exactly the feel-good Psalm of the day. But hang with us, because there's so much more going on than meets the eye.We unpack why these books often get skipped, what makes them challenging, and most importantly—why they’re worth your time. First and Second Chronicles aren’t just biblical reruns of Kings; they were written with a different purpose and audience in mind: a people freshly back from exile, trying to remember who they are and whose they are.From Rafiki moments in The Lion King to the Chronicles Challenge (yes, we triple dog dare you), we explore how God is all over these pages—stirring hearts, guiding kings, and reminding us that no detail is wasted. Even those obscure names? They mattered to God. And so do you.We talk practical tips for reading these books without giving up (hello, name-circle technique), the cosmic scope of God’s story from Adam to exile, and how Chronicles helps us see that God is involved—deeply and intricately—in every part of our lives.Oh, and yes, we tried (and failed) to make Chronicles into an acronym. You’re welcome for that too.📘 Grab some resources to go deeper:5 MUST-KNOW Truths About Your BibleThe Canon: How'd We Get the 66 Books of the Bible?One PagersSo print your Clearly one-pager, grab your Bible, maybe warm up your singing voice, and let’s go make First and Second Chronicles your new favorite books.

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• No, David & Jonathan Weren’t Lovers: Q and A

  Hey friends! It’s Q&A time again, and we’re back with another round of your questions—ranging from light roast to full-on French press intensity. ☕️We kick things off with some hard-hitting theological debates like…what’s the best drink of all time? (Spoiler: it’s Coke Zero. Come at us.) From there, we unpack Bible heroes we’d probably kick off a worship team, dive deep into the topic of soul sleep, and ask what really happens when we die. (You’ll want to stick around for that one.)But it doesn’t stop there—we also:Tackle the David & Jonathan conversation: Was their relationship romantic? (Nope, but it’s worth explaining why.)Talk real life and music: Jimmy answers the “when’s your next album?” question with honesty (and a little chaos).Respond to a listener's critique about whether God is “useful” when life is hard. We go deep on that one—and yeah, it got us both choked up.This episode has it all: friendship covenants, dark chocolate M&Ms, resurrection theology, demon hunters, and even a few off-the-rails outros. You’ve been warned.📘 Resources we mention:Heaven by Randy Alcorn Friend-ish by Kelly NeedhamPatreon Partners👂 Got questions for the next Q&A? Send them to: [email protected] love you guys—thanks for being part of this. See you next month for more Clearly Q&A!

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• What You Should Fight and Die For

  If you've ever scrolled through a comment section and thought, “Why is everyone so angry about everything?” — this one’s for you. In a rare podcast moment, Kelly kicks off the episode, and she and Jimmy dive deep into a topic that’s increasingly relevant: how to discern between convictions, persuasions, and opinions—and why it matters for the unity of the church.They break down what belongs in each category (hint: not everything is heresy), why we tend to overreact to the wrong things, and how to engage others with clarity and kindness—yes, even online. Along the way, you'll get a Velociraptor impression, a discussion about ghost dragons, and some surprisingly tender insights into how we love those we disagree with.☕ Action step? Take your opinions to coffee, not to combat.🔗 Resources & Extras:📺 Convictions, Persuasions, & Opinions: Why the Difference Matters📩 Got a question? Email us at: [email protected]❤️ Support the show + join live recordings: Patreon✍️ “Agree to Disagree: How to Handle Essentials, Convictions & Opinions” (Watermark Blog)🎧 Past episodes:Complementarianism & Other Short WordsThe Election of the Boogeyman

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• Trinity 101: What the Comment Section Got Wrong

  🎙️ Clearly #101: Trinity for Dummies (a.k.a. Us)Hey friends! This week, we’re diving headfirst into one of our absolute fave topics, the Trinity. That’s right: one God, three persons, infinite mystery, and just enough internet controversy to keep things spicy 🌶️.After our last Trinity episode stirred up a bit of a ruckus online, we figured it was time to go back to the B-to-the-B — Back to the Basics. So in this episode, we’re breaking it all down: What is the Trinity? Why does it matter? And how can we actually explain it to our kids (and ourselves) without committing theological heresy?We talk one-what-three-who’s, draw some triangles (oooooo iPad!), and visit the magical land of Heresy Corner™️ where we meet old friends like Modalism and Arianism. But we don’t stop there, we also explore why the Trinity isn’t just a confusing doctrine, but a beautiful truth that shapes everything from creation to salvation to the deep love of God.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents, this one’s especially for you.🧠 Curious minds, prepare to be stretched.🎨 Visual learners, hop on over to YouTube for diagrams and drawings galore.🔗 Resources Mentioned🧒 Jimmy’s Kids Books — Kids Trinity Book coming in 2026! Check them out on Amazon »📹 Our Most Hated Episode on the Trinity in the Old Testament Watch it on YouTube »🎤 Jimmy’s Sermon on the Trinity Watch the full message »🎙️ Spoken Word: The Trinity Get goosebumps here »Love you guys. Let’s go deep — and laugh a little while we do.– Jimmy & Kelly

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• Romans: The Christian Constitution

  If you’ve ever felt like Romans is way out of your league — you’re in good company. We love this book, but we know it can feel like a beast. In this episode, we’re unpacking why Romans might be the greatest (and most intimidating) book in the Bible, how Paul’s deep logic can outlast your deepest doubts, and why it’s worth grabbing your pickaxe to dig for the gold.Curious about that chapter everyone tiptoes around? We did a whole episode in Romans 9 — Main Character Ick — and you can watch it here.Recommended Resources: We’re big fans of Desiring God — check out some of their amazing Romans resources here.Want to hang out with us behind the scenes, get early access, and keep Clearly going strong? Come join us on Patreon — we’d love to have you!

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