{"podcast":{"title":"Straight Bible","slug":"straight-bible-7811455","podcast_index_feed_id":7811455,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6948781/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/straight-bible--6948781","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/135698830851b9c655c958609ce7514e.jpg","author":"TopLobsta Productions","episode_count":56,"summary":"What does the Bible actually say—without filters, traditions, or assumptions layered on top? Straight Bible is a no-nonsense deep dive into Scripture, hosted by Matt Hepner, where the text is stripped down to its raw meaning and allowed to speak for itself. Each episode focuses on careful reading, context, and uncovering what’s really happening beneath the surface of familiar passages—ranging from powerful encounters like Moses and the Burning Bush to in-depth teaching series through the Book of Jude and the Sermon on the Mount. Recorded in real-world settings, including conversations at The Standard Coffee, the show blends theological depth with grounded discussion—bridging ancient text and modern life while challenging surface-level interpretations and inviting listeners to engage Scripture directly, honestly, and with intention. Whether you’re deeply familiar with the Bible or just starting to question what you’ve been taught, Straight Bible is for anyone who wants to move beyond secondhand interpretations and encounter the text directly. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/straight-bible--6948781/support .","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T06:18:05.746209+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/straight-bible-7811455"},"episode":{"title":"Is Holy Spirit Working Today? w/ Pastor Rick","slug":"is-holy-spirit-working-today-w-pastor-rick","published_at":"2026-07-08T11:30:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/straight-bible-7811455/is-holy-spirit-working-today-w-pastor-rick","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/straight-bible-7811455","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-holy-spirit-working-today-w-pastor-rick--72763122","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72763122/is_holy_spirit_working_today_w_pastor_rick.mp3","summary":"Is the Holy Spirit still actively working today? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, The Raven sits down with Pastor Rick to discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers, miraculous encounters, hearing God's voice, spiritual growth, and the importance of living a Spirit-led life.Pastor Rick, the pastor of both TopLobsta and The Raven, shares his incredible testimony, his journey into ministry, and why dependence on the Holy Spirit is essential for every Christian. The discussion also explores the fascinating biblical symbolism of the Crimson Worm (Tola), spiritual gifts, prayer, church culture, and practical ways believers can cultivate a deeper relationship with God.Topics discussed include:• Is the Holy Spirit still working today? • How can Christians hear God's voice? • The biblical mystery of the Crimson Worm • Spirit-led ministry and church life • Miraculous encounters and testimonies • Pastor Rick's personal testimony • Walking daily with the Holy Spirit • Spiritual gifts and discernment • Prayer, obedience, and faithWhether you're curious about the supernatural, seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus, or wondering how the Holy Spirit operates in the modern church, this episode is for you. Connect with Life Church AG: Website: https://www.lifechurchag.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LIFE-Church-Assembly-of-God-100064568204623/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LIFEChurchLiveFruitlandParkFL LIFE Church AG is located at 4001 Picciola Road, Fruitland Park, FL 34731. 00:00 - Introduction & Meet Pastor Rick 00:33 - Top and Raven introduce their pastor 01:18 - The Crimson Worm discussion begins 07:00 - Pastor Rick's ministry background and testimony 15:45 - Challenges and realities of pastoral ministry 26:30 - Why dependenc…","meta_description":"Is the Holy Spirit still actively working today? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, The Raven sits down with Pastor Rick to discuss the ro…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":5928,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/straight-bible-7811455/episodes/is-holy-spirit-working-today-w-pastor-rick/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/straight-bible-7811455/is-holy-spirit-working-today-w-pastor-rick.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}