Christian Geek Central

The Odyssey (CGC Podcast #924)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in our final installment of the Paeter/Asher Father/Son series of reviews. Then Part 3 of our 3-part series about Assurance Of Salvation takes a look at some of the common passages used to raise objections or that seem to be incompatible with a promise-based view of Assurance Of Salvation.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:35 The Odyssey Father-Son Review

00:43:18 CGC & Christian Geek News(Christian Game Developer Hiring, Worlds Collide by Clint Hall, No Ordinary Trial by Jeremy N. Gayed)

00:51:04 Assurance of “Salvation” Part 3, Problem Passages (Geek Bible Study)

01:13:30 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(What Should I Do If I Think My Pastor Teaches Something False? Should We Avoid Entertainment w/Profanity In Light of Psalm 101:3? Is Paeter Concerned He Might Be Teaching A False View Of Salvation?)

GEEK WEEK

01:48:33 AUDIO DRAMAS: DC High Volume: Batman, Batman: The Audio Adventures, Left Behind, DC Graphic Audio "52", X-Men, Wormwood

02:13:47 MOVIES/TV: Spectral, Ghost In The Shell Amazon Series,

02:19:17 VIDEO GAMES: PS5 Can't Play Games Offline, Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake, Final Fantasy IX, Final Fantasy VIII, No Man's Sky, Entertainment Doesn't Satisfy

02:42:14 On The Next Episode

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Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and are archived and available for download at www.spiritblade.com , Resources used to prepare CGC Bible study/devotional content include: "Expositor's Bible Commentary", Frank E. Gaebelein General Editor (Zondervan Publishing House) "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament", by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press), The Grace New Testament Commentary Revised Edition, Robert N. Wilkin (Grace Evangelical Society) Thayer's Greek Lexicon Strong's Exhaustive Concordance A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature, 3rd Edition(BDAG) Blueletterbible.org Lexicon To The Old And New Testaments, By Spiros Zodhiates, TH.D.

The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

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Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" - CHRISTIAN FATHER & SON REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:51:05 +0000

Undertone & Long-Lasting Games (CGC Podcast #923)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the supernatural horror movie Undertone recently released to HBO Max & VOD, and part 2 of our exploration of the believer's assurance that he has eternal life, with a focus on the nature of "belief", it's mandatory truth content, and motivations for Christian obedience in light of the truly free gift of eternal life. PLUS: Paeter's top 10 long-lasting single-player video games!

00:00:30 Intro

00:02:44 Undertone Review

00:13:39 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:15:58 “Belief”, Belief Content, & Motivations To Obey(Assurance Of “Salvation” Part 2, Geek Bible Study)

00:42:36 Top 10 long-lasting single-player video games

01:24:54 On The Next Episode

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Undertone - CHRISTIAN REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0000

The Meaning of "Salvation" (Assurance Of "Salvation", Part 1)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Live Action Superman Tier List! (A Christian Perspective)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0000

X-Men ‘97 Season 2 Premiere (CGC Podcast #921)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the first 3 episodes for season 2 of X-Men '97, and a look at Psalm 42 and the helpful questions we can ask when we are feeling sad or at rock bottom.

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:55 X-Men ‘97 Season 2 Premiere Review

00:16:20 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:22:42 Questions To Help Us At Rock Bottom(Psalm 42 Geek Devotional)

00:45:37 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(A CGC Community Member Who LIKED Supergirl!)

GEEK WEEK

00:53:51 VIDEO GAMES: Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen, Assassin's Creed: Origins, No Man's Sky, Playstation Sale Paeter's Picks

01:33:33 On The Next Episode

01:39:33 Essential Issues Weekly (We all know Superboy prime is insane(and these days in the BEST way, I'll argue), but Wally West gets an absolutely INSANE new power in the latest from DCUI. It could either lead to some great stories, or irreversibly break the character... Superman 38, The Flash 33)

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X Men '97 Season 2 Premiere - CHRISTIAN REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Insanity Coming! - DC COMICS CHRISTIAN REVIEWS (EIW)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:13:23 +0000

Finding Purpose Under Bad Bosses (1 Timothy 6:1-2 Geek Bible Study)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:27:38 +0000

Supergirl Movie (CGC Podcast #920)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of the Supergirl movie and some thoughts from 1st Timothy that can help us to see purpose and value even in jobs we hate!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:03:51 Paeter & Asher Review Supergirl & Explore Its Themes

00:46:22 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:49:28 Seeing Purpose In Jobs We Hate(1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

01:04:51 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(Is It More Spiritual To Live A Life Of Isolated Prayer?)

GEEK WEEK

01:11:46 TV/MOVIES: Gene Roddenberry's Earth: Final Conflict, Superman (2025)

01:31:17 VIDEO GAMES: Fun Doesn't Last, No Man's Sky, The Bard's Tale IV Director's Cut, Pathfinder: Kingmaker, Pathfinder: Wrath Of The Righteous "Through The Ashes" DLC, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake, Far Cry 5, Castlevania: Portrait Of Ruin, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, Sacred 2: Fallen Angel Remaster, Stalker 2: Heart Of Chornobyl, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen

02:09:06 On The Next Episode

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Supergirl - FATHER & SON CHRISTIAN REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:10:05 +0000

Parenting/Marriage As Geeks (CGC Podcast #919)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A special episode with a focus on parenting and marriage as a Christian Geek. We'll look at two passages of scripture that explore God's intended dynamic between fathers and their children, and then Paeter will share responses to questions about marriage and parenting before we finally hear thoughts from his wife Holly on some of the same subjects. So settle in for a deep dive into both scripture and Paeter's life as we explore Bible-based marriage and parenting while considering the realities of being a geek!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:01 Ephesians & Colossians Passages On Parenting

00:27:17 CGC & Christian Geek News

00:29:25 Balancing Geek Hobbies With Family Responsibilities

00:42:53 Parenting/Marriage Q&A

01:13:33 Paeter w/Wife Holly On Marriage/Parenting

GEEK WEEK

01:55:25 TV/MOVIES: Mobile Suit Gundam Movie Trilogy, Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam,

02:17:32 VIDEO GAMES: Terrinoth: Heroes Of Descent Early Impressions, STALKER 2: Heart Of Chornobyl, No Man's Sky,

02:44:51 On The Next Episode

02:46:21 Essential Issues Weekly (This week's offerings from DC reminded me that some characters in the DCU are just plain good people! Barbara Gordon Breakout 1, Action Comics 1098, The Fury Of Firestorm 2, Emperor Aquaman 17)

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Parenting & Marriage As A Christian Geek

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:19:22 +0000

Good People In The DCU - DC COMICS CHRISTIAN REVIEWS

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:59:14 +0000

Transparent Leaders & Lives! (1 Timothy 5:23-25 Geek Bible Study)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:50:50 +0000

Disclosure Day & Among Us (CGC Podcast #918)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:01:22 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW) A review of Disclosure Day and season 1 of the Among Us tv series (with guest reviewer Asher Frandsen!). Also, a look in our 1 Timothy Geek Bible Study at the importance and incredible benefit of our church leaders (and us!) living transparently!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:04:49 Disclosure Day Review

00:44:20 CGC & Christian Geek News(“A Father’s Journey” No Man’s Sky Questline from Spirit Blade Productions, Twist of Time by Tricia Goyer and Nathan Goyer)

00:54:01 Among Us Season 1 Review (Asher Frandsen)

01:05:19 Safety & Freedom In Living Transparently (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

GEEK WEEK

01:20:22 TV/MOVIES: X-Men '97 Season 1, Superman & Lois

01:48:18 VIDEO GAMES: Exodus Preview, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Clockwork Revolution, Beast Of Reincarnation, Terrinoth: Heroes Of Descent, Final Fantasy Resonance, Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Castlevania: Portrait Of Ruin, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, No Man's Sky Service Bot,

02:33:36 On The Next Episode

02:35:23 Essential Issues Weekly (The Spectre is returning! But will he be recognizable? And is he divine or demonic? The clues are being placed in front of us... Tales Of The Green Lantern Corps: Guy Gardner 1, Batman 9, JSA 19 (The Spectre Is Returning! Divine or demonic?)

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Disclosure Day - CHRISTIAN REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:36:18 +0000

Is Spectre Divine Or Demonic? - DC COMICS CHRISTIAN REVIEWS (EIW)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:59:29 +0000

Confronting Leadership Sin (1 Timothy 5:19-22 Geek Bible Study)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:43:19 +0000

Masters Of The Universe (CGC Podcast #917)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

ON THIS EPISODE:

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)

Paeter is joined by his son Asher for a review of Masters Of The Universe! Then, some thoughts from 1 Timothy about holding church leaders accountable!

AND MUCH MORE!

00:00:30 Intro

00:05:15 Masters Of The Universe Movie Review

00:53:45 CGC & Christian Geek News(“A Father’s Journey” No Man’s Sky Questline from Spirit Blade Productions, Sean McDowell talks “Invincible” & Abortion)

01:01:42 Holding Pastors & Elders Accountable For Sin (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)

01:22:31 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(A Near-Miss Health Scare In The CGC Community)

GEEK WEEK

01:29:20 Combining Geek Hobbies With Physical Fitness & Why Christians Should Pursue Healthy Bodies

01:37:08 COMIC BOOKS: Rogue 2, Sorcerer Supreme 2, The Punisher 1, Infernal Hulk 4,

01:45:58 TV/MOVIES: Iron Lung, X-Men '97 Season 1

02:09:28 VIDEO GAMES: Playstation State Of Play: Wolverine/God Of War: Laufey, No Man's Sky,

02:32:35 On The Next Episode

02:36:00 Essential Issues Weekly (So I guess some weeks just aren't for Christians! Well, at least not for this one. Pretty weird choices... Batman/Wonder Woman: Truth 1, Zatanna 1, Justice League Intergalactic Special 1 (& Reacting To LGBTQ+ "Bait & Switch"), Swamp Thing 1989 1 (& Reacting To Some Pretty Weird Jesus Choices)

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Masters Of The Universe - CHRISTIAN FATHER & SON REVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:03:13 +0000

Not For Christians, I Guess - DC COMICS CHRISTIAN REVIEWS (EIW)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:39:13 +0000

How Geeks Should Take Care Of Pastors (1 Timothy 5:17-18 Geek Bible Study)

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:16:36 +0000

Livestream June 8th, 5pm-9pm Pacific!

noreply@blogger.com (Paeter Frandsen) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:44:11 +0000