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In today's episode, Becket Cook interviews Richard Matthews about his viral TikTok video detailing how he was fired from his New York City job for posting Christian content and sharing his testimony of being rescued by God from homosexuality during Pride Month. Matthews recounts growing up in a single-parent home in Georgia without a father figure, facing bullying, discovering same-sex attraction through early internet pornography, battling porn addiction, depression, and anxiety, and ultimately choosing to fully follow Jesus after years of struggle with the gay lifestyle and "gay Christian" ideas.

Richard describes his powerful rooftop encounter with God, the freedom found in Scripture and community at V1 Church, the launch of Redeemption Ministries, and how authenticity about leaving same-sex attraction has opened doors for digital evangelism, podcasts, and equipping the church on biblical sexuality and the gospel.

https://youtube.com/@richwithpassion?si=NOGKsPuHZP4wjtjp

https://www.therichardmatthews.com

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 251

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In today’s episode, Becket Cook sits down with New York Times bestselling author Eric Metaxas to discuss his powerful new book Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World. Timed with America’s 250th anniversary, Metaxas reveals why the American Revolution stands alone in history—rooted in the biblical conviction that the colonists rejected an earthly king to look directly to God—and unpacks lesser-known details from John Adams’ 1761 courtroom flashpoint with James Otis Jr. and the Writs of Assistance, through the Stamp Act, Samuel Adams as the true “Father of the Revolution,” Patrick Henry’s bold defiance, the killing of 11-year-old Christopher Seider, George Whitefield’s Great Awakening influence, the Boston Tea Party, Thomas Paine’s Common Sense, and the real timeline of the Declaration of Independence.

Metaxas also dismantles myths (George Washington was no deist), celebrates heroes like John Hancock and Joseph Warren, and explains why every American must reclaim this God-centered founding story to preserve liberty for the next 250 years. A must-watch conversation on the American Revolution, Founding Fathers, and the birth of the greatest nation in world history.

Eric Metaxas' Book: https://a.co/d/096YYNsB

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 250

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In today's episode, Becket Cook talks with theologian and author Denny Burk who joins the show to unpack his new book Mere Complementarianism: Male and Female in the Image of God. Discover the true biblical meaning of complementarianism—rooted in the Danvers Statement—and how it differs from soft complementarianism, hard complementarianism, egalitarianism, and biblical patriarchy. Burk explains why men and women, equally made in the image of God, have distinct yet complementary roles in marriage, the home, and the church, drawing deeply from Genesis 1–3, Ephesians 5, 1 Timothy 2, and 1 Corinthians 11.

They tackle the most pressing questions: Who can preach on Sunday mornings, teach Sunday school, or serve as seminary professors and deacons? What does the Bible say about women, head coverings, and Phoebe? Why does the path to LGBTQ affirmation almost always begin with an egalitarian hermeneutic? And why is complementarianism a vital second-order doctrine that protects the gospel itself? Whether you’re seeking clarity on biblical gender roles, male headship, or the dangers of feminist reinterpretations of Scripture, this conversation delivers a clear, Scripture-saturated defense of God’s good design for men and women.

Denny Burk's Book: https://a.co/d/01pXWLpY

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 249

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In today's episode, Becket Cook sits down with Jess Darnell for a powerful Christian testimony of redemption and God's amazing grace. Raised in a Christian home in Nashville, Jess spent 15 years as a prodigal living as a gay man in London—pursuing drama school, intense same-sex relationships, the party scene, drugs, Pride celebrations, and even occult practices—before hitting rock bottom and rediscovering the Bible.

This raw, honest conversation explores his journey from the LGBTQ lifestyle to freedom in Jesus Christ, the conflict between flesh and Spirit from Galatians 5, leaving behind a life of bondage, and why he now boldly declares that "being gay is a colossal waste of time." Warning: some moments get graphic and spicy, but the story of transformation, reconciliation, and eternal hope will leave you inspired. Don't miss this life-changing ex-gay testimony!

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 248

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In today's episode, Becket Cook sits down with Larry Alex Taunton, author, columnist for The Federalist, and host of the podcast Ideas Have Consequences, to discuss his insightful article, "Outrage Over Texas Teaching the Bible is Anti-Intellectual." They unpack the Texas State Board of Education's decision to include Bible sections in the K-12 curriculum, exploring why this move is essential for understanding Western civilization, literature, history, and moral foundations. From Forest McDonald's lessons on intellectual honesty to the Bible's influence on figures like Shakespeare, Faulkner, Mark Twain, and the Declaration of Independence, this conversation reveals how biblical literacy shapes everything from capitalism and science to human rights and restraint on evil impulses.

Larry Alex Taunton and Becket Cook also address leftist outrage, Drag Queen Story Hour, Richard Dawkins' evolving views on Christianity vs. Islam, and why removing the Bible from public schools has led to cultural decline since 1963. Perfect for fans of Christian apologetics, education reform, Western history, and conservative thought, this episode makes a compelling case for the Bible as the "prequel to everything" in the West.

The Article: https://thefederalist.com/2026/07/03/outrage-over-texas-teaching-the-bible-is-anti-intellectual/

Larry Taunton's Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ideashaveconsequences?si=GI8Hjsm5AAb7Pv06

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 247

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In today's episode, Becket Cook sits down with J. Chase Davis, author of the bold new book Offensive Christianity: Restoring the Strength of Men in a Feminized Age. They dive deep into why modern evangelicalism has emasculated men, the dangers of "winsome" passive Christianity, and how Christian men must embrace an offensive posture—advancing God's kingdom with authority, action, and unapologetic masculinity in a culture that views manhood as toxic.

J. Chase Davis' Book "Offensive Christianity:" https://a.co/d/01b0ZPhn

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 246

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In today's episode, Becket Cook interviews Kawe, who shares his powerful testimony of God's mercy and transformative healing. Born in Japan to Brazilian parents, Kawe moved to America at age nine, navigating cultural shifts, family yelling that left him feeling unsafe, bullying over his sensitive nature, and the deep struggles of same-sex attraction and p0*rn addiction. He opens up about suppressing emotions, developing stomach issues rooted in fear of man and shame, and his desperate search for answers while trying to honor God.

Kawe's story highlights his radical encounter with God's jealous love, learning sonship and grace through Romans 8, resting in Christ instead of earning love, and finding freedom from the root insecurities in masculinity that fueled his same-sex attraction.

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 245

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In today's episode, Becket Cook interviews Elizabeth Woning, co-founder of the Changed Movement, who shares her powerful testimony of leaving a lesbian lifestyle after a radical encounter with God. Growing up in Illinois with bipolar disorder and mental health struggles, Elizabeth pursued seminary as an openly gay woman, embraced queer theology, and lived in the LGBT community—until a supernatural word from the Lord in a church sparked her transformation, leading to deep repentance, mental healing, and marriage to her husband of 21 years.

Discover how Elizabeth deconstructed feminist and queer theology through a plain reading of Scripture, overcame severe mental illness without medication, and now helps others through the Changed Movement. This inspiring ex-lesbian Christian story highlights themes of identity in Christ, freedom from same-sex attraction, biblical womanhood, and the power of genuine faith. Perfect for anyone seeking testimonies of transformation, deliverance, or encouragement in walking away from LGBTQ+ culture. Subscribe for more interviews on faith, culture, and redemption.

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 244

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