The Christian Geek Central Podcast

Paeter's picks for the Top 5 Turn-based RPGs, and some thoughts about how truth gives us hope in our crappy circumstances as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Ephesians!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:GAMES- Labyrinth Of Refrain: Coven Of Dusk, PSA: Xbox & PS Store Sales Of Paeter's Favorites!, Four Against Darkness & Printable Heroes,TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:26 Top 5 Turn-based RPGs00:17:06 CGC & Christian Geek News00:24:23 Hope in our crappy circumstances (Ephesians Geek Bible Study)00:37:20 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(None)Paeter's Geek Week00:38:38 GAMES- Labyrinth Of Refrain: Coven Of Dusk, PSA: Xbox & PS Store Sales Of Paeter's Favorites!, Four Against Darkness & Printable Heroes,01:04:37 On The Next Episode...01:08:54 Essential Issues Weekly (Reactions to Superman 5, Titans 2, The Vigil 2, Cyborg 2, Nightwing 105 & Batman/Superman: World's Finest 16!)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="htt

Paeter's review of the DC Comics documentary "Superpowered", and some thoughts about the importance of remembering your TRUE identity as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Ephesians!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:GAMES- Pillars Of Eternity 2: Deadfire, Battlechasers: Nightwar, Series X or PS5 on my vacation?TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:28 Superpowered Review00:11:57 CGC & Christian Geek News00:16:31 The Importance Of Remembering Your TRUE Identity (Ephesians Geek Bible Study)00:28:33 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(None)Paeter's Geek Week00:29:58 GAMES- Pillars Of Eternity 2: Deadfire, Battlechasers: Nightwar, Series X or PS5 on my vacation?00:55:11 On The Next Episode...00:56:48 Essential Issues Weekly (Reactions to Green Lantern 2)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheSpiritBladeUndergroundPodcast" title="Subscribe to my feed" rel="alternate" type="application/rss+xml"><img src="//feedbu

Paeter's picks for the top 5 "Easy First-Person Shooters", and some thoughts about how Jesus provides the antidote for geeky insecurity and defensiveness as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Ephesians!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:MOVIES/TV- Superman & Lois Season 3, Aliens with my 12-year oldGAMES- Far Cry 6 & Far Cry: New Dawn, Quitting Final Fantasy 16, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac AgeTIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:37 Top 5 "Easy" First-Person Shooters00:19:39 CGC & Christian Geek News (Geek Devotions Goin Non-Profit, Christian Co-Creator Of "Underworld" launching new comic, The Light of Eidon by Karen Hancock, J.S. Earls: Nemo The Lad: Around The World)00:35:56 Jesus' Antidote To Our Insecure Defensiveness (Ephesians Geek Bible Study)00:46:56 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(PSA: Free Gaming Music!)Paeter's Geek Week00:50:13 MOVIES/TV- Superman & Lois Season 3, Aliens with my 12-year old01:03:08 GAMES- Far Cry 6 & Far Cry: New Dawn, Quitting Final Fantasy 16, Final Fantasy 12: T

Paeter's review of the series premiere for My Adventures With Superman, and some thoughts about why "spiritual blessings" are better than the best geek entertainment, as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Ephesians!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS/BOOKS- Detective Comics 1062-1067, Power Girl Special 1MOVIES/TV- Superman & Lois Season 3, The Peripheral, GAMES- Final Fantasy XVI, Far Cry 6TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:03:48 My Adventures With Superman Premiere Review00:13:52 CGC & Christian Geek News (J.S. Earls, Mythic Shores, Finding Fantasy Reads Podcast)00:22:05 "Spiritual Blessings" Vs Geek Entertainment (Ephesians Geek Bible Study)00:38:22 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(Do you have to believe in Jesus' PHYSICAL resurrection to have eternal life?, Criticism of Paeter's Final Fantasy 16 Review, Get One Of Paeter's Favorite Video Games For FREE, limited time!)Paeter's Geek Week01:01:45 COMICS/BOOKS- Detective Comics 1062-1067, Power Girl Special 101:08:48 MOVIES/TV- Superman & Lois Se

Paeter's review of the season 3 premiere of The Witcher and reactions to the first 19 hours of Final Fantasy 16! Then we start a new(ish) Bible study series through the first 3 chapters of Ephesians, exploring how these chapters in particular can change the way we think and feel about every area of our lives.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS/BOOKS- Forgotten Realms-The Rage by Richard Lee ByersMOVIES/TV- Teen Titans: The Judas Contract, The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power, The Peripheral,GAMES- Final Fantasy 16, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, Four Against Darkness, TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:44 Final Fantasy 16 Review00:22:13 CGC/SBP Update (Holly's Job Search)00:38:06 The Witcher Season 3 Premiere Review 00:46:59 Why "Identity" Is More Important Than Ever (Ephesians Geek Bible Study)01:03:59 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback(Complaint About My Final Fantasy 16 Review, Secret Invasion & Upcoming Changes To DC & Marvel Movies, Christian Actors In Geek Movies & Shows, David Core

Paeter's review of the premiere for Marvel's Secret Invasion!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us Year 3MOVIES/TV- Justice League Dark, Farscape With My Sons, RenfieldGAMES- No Man's Sky, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Fallout 4TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:03:10 Secret Invasion Premiere Review 00:11:28 CGC/SBP Update (Holly's Job Search)00:22:42 Listener/Viewer Questions & FeedbackPaeter's Geek Week00:25:02 COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us Year 300:32:05 MOVIES/TV- Justice League Dark, Farscape With My Sons, Renfield00:53:05 GAMES- No Man's Sky, Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Fallout 401:05:34 On The Next Episode...01:07:20 Essential Issues Weekly (Paeter reacts to Batman: The Brave And The Bold 1, Titans 1, Cyborg 1, Superman 4, The Flash 799, & World's Finest 15)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Episodes #0-500 of this podcast were published as "The Spirit Blade Underground Podcast" and are archived and available for download

Paeter's review of The Flash and some thoughts about how entertainment is not always as helpful as we might think, as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Proverbs. Also, an update on where Holly and Paeter are at with her job search and what it means for CGC content in the near future.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:Xbox Games Showcase, Final Fantasy XVI Demo, "While I Wait" Hype Games, No Man's Sky Interceptor & Singularity, Path Of Exile, Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac AgeTIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:22 The Flash Review 00:20:08 Flash Spoilers, Reveals, Cameos & Future DC Movies/Casting00:41:13 CGC & Christian Geek News (Estuary, Lisa T. Bergren, Oceans of Time series)00:47:05 NEED YOUR PRAYERS! Important Update About CGC & SBP01:11:42 Why Sometimes "Fun" Is Not The Wise Answer (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)01:23:30 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (The Value Of The LOCAL Church In Difficult Times)Paeter's Geek Week01:27:06 Xbox Games Showcase, Final Fantasy XVI Demo, "While I Wait" Hype Ga

Paeter's Top 5 Father's Day Geek Movies! Then, some Bible verses to help us as we navigate Pride Month and other interactions and conversations on LGBTQIA+ issues.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:MOVIES/TV- Batman Vs Robin, Batman: Bad Blood, Justice League Vs. Teen Titans, GAMES- Why No Diablo IV Review, Rogue Wizards, Fallout 4, No Man's Sky,TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:03:52 Top 5 Father's Day Geek Movies00:15:55 CGC & Christian Geek News (Gate Zero, A Bible Exploration Video Game & Paeter's New Podcast: "Finding Fantasy Reads"!)00:31:22 Helpful & Important Bible Verses for Pride Month & LGBTQIA+ Conversations00:40:29 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Online Interactions With Rude People, Treating People As Individuals Instead Of Stereotypes)Paeter's Geek Week00:52:56 MOVIES/TV- Batman Vs Robin, Batman: Bad Blood, Justice League Vs. Teen Titans, 01:14:51 GAMES- Why No Diablo IV Review, Rogue Wizards, Fallout 4, No Man's Sky,01:28:45 On The Next Episode...01:30:57 Essential Issues Weekly

A review of the sci-fi movie 65, and why maybe every Christian should watch "Jesus Revolution". Also, some thoughts about WHY God wants us to obey him as we continue our Geek Bible Study of Proverbs!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:MOVIES/TV- Frequency, Boss Level, Son Of Batman, Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis,GAMES- Monster Hunter Rise, Rogue Wizards, Warhammer Chaos Bane, Titan Quest & Grim Dawn,TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:42 65 Review00:09:27 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update & Paeter's New Podcast!)00:20:03 Paeter's Reactions To "Jesus Revolution"00:39:18 WHY God Wants Us To Obey Him (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)00:47:26 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (The Confusing Decisions Of Square-Enix, Is The "Liberal Agenda" really ALWAYS Bad?)Paeter's Geek Week01:00:29 MOVIES/TV- Frequency, Boss Level, Son Of Batman, Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis,01:21:16 GAMES- Monster Hunter Rise, Rogue Wizards, Warhammer Chaos Bane, Titan Quest & Grim Dawn,01:34:02 On The Next Epi

Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcPaeter reacts to Sony's Playstation Showcase and highlights themes their games seem poised to explore! Then, some thoughts on the danger of scoffing at others online as we continue our study of Proverbs. And Paeter responds to a listener about the problem of feeling discouraged and trapped in recurring sins.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Worlds Finest #1-12, MOVIES/TV- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among ThievesGAMES- Saints RowTIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:49 Playstation Showcase Reactions00:25:25 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update & Of Sea and Smoke by Gillian Bronte Adams )00:39:48 The Danger Of Scoffing Online (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)00:52:40 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Was I Praying To Demons? Listeners' Favorite Final Fantasy Games, Holly Job Update, Dislike Of Minimaps & "Immersive" Gaming, Keyboard/Mouse Vs. Controller)01:27:19 Wh

Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcPaeter ranks his Top 5 Final Fantasy games, and shares some thoughts about how we can have fulfilling lives by first feeling foolish as we return to our Geek Bible Study of Proverbs!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:Saints Row 2022(Open World Side Activities, Upgrades & Personal Goals) TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:32 Top 5 Final Fantasy Games00:22:37 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update & Steal Fire from the Gods, by Clint Hall)00:32:21 A Fulfilling Life By Feeling Foolish (Proverbs Geek Bible Study)00:41:53 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Fantasy Board Game Recommendations, When Someone Says "God Told Me"...)Paeter's Geek Week01:01:07 Saints Row 2022(Open World Side Activities, Upgrades & Personal Goals) 01:46:58 On The Next Episode...01:49:33 Essential Issues Weekly (Paeter reacts to Spirit World #1, Stargirl And The Lost Children #6, Superman Lost #2

Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcA review of the Korean sci-fi movie "Black Knight", and some thoughts about how we should pray as well as unity in the church in the final installment of our Colossians Bible Study!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year One GAMES- Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark, Saints Row 2022, Ghostwire TokyoTIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:08 Black Knight Premiere Review00:07:41 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update)00:19:31 Prayer & Unity In The Church (Colossians Geek Bible Study)00:30:43 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Can Chat-GPT and AI Teach The Bible? Initiating In Friendships)Paeter's Geek Week00:57:27 COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year One 01:04:49 GAMES- Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark, Saints Row 2022, Ghostwire Tokyo01:31:29 On The Next Episode...01:33:11 Essential Issues Weekly (Adventur

Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcA review of the series premiere for Silo, Paeter's shares his reactions to his (very brief) time playing Redfall & confesses some regret over purchasing an Xbox Series X, and some thoughts about developing friendships with other Christians as we continue our Bible study of Colossians.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year OneGAMES- Rainbow Moon, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, Ghostwire Tokyo,MOVIES/TV- Shadow & Bone Season 2 Premiere, Picard Season 3,TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:59 Redfall & Regret Buying An Xbox Series X00:28:06 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update)00:41:16 Silo Series Premiere Review00:54:57 Developing Christian Friendships (Colossians Geek Bible Study)01:01:54 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Can Demons Heal People?)Paeter's Geek Week01:06:56 COMICS- Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year One01:14:33 GAMES- Ra

Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcPaeter's picks for the top 5 Lovecraftian Horror Movies of all time, a review of the video game Afterimage, and some biblical thoughts about the anger and frustration we can sometimes feel when creators "ruin" our entertainment.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:MOVIES/TV- Picard Season 3 GAMES- Quitting The Witcher 3, Dragon Quest 11, UnEpic, Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds, Kingdoms Of Amalur Re-Reckoning: Fatesworn, Path Of Exile, Buying Ghostwire Tokyo, Control, TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:53 Top 5 Lovecraftian Horror Movies00:20:31 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY Update)00:29:58 Afterimage Xbox Review00:41:49 Bible Verses For Anger When Entertainment Is "Ruined"00:54:15 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (What Denomination Is Paeter?, Why Didn't You Respond To My Blog Comment?)Paeter's Geek Week01:00:51 MOVIES/TV- Picard Season 3 01:08:43 GAMES- Quitting The Wi

ON THIS EPISODE:Share This Video For "Summer Insanity"(Use the "share" button for it to count!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5YPZrGzpZcA review of the Tetris movie, some thoughts about the Xbox One port of Wolcen: Lords Of Mayhem, and a look at some bible verses everyone should read before posting on social media!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Grant Morrison's Batman RIP, Batman #125-133MOVIES/TV- The Suicide Squad, Superman & Lois Season 3GAMES- Dragon Quest XI, Elminage Original,TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:49 Tetris Movie Review00:12:45 CGC & Christian Geek News (SUMMER INSANITY 2023!!)00:18:55 Wolcen: Lords Of Mayhem Xbox Review00:31:30 Verses We Should Read Before Posting On Social Media! (Colossians Bible Study) 00:49:46 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Where Can I Find "Clean" Fantasy?, Why Paeter Doesn't Review More Board Games, Prayers For Paeter's Wife, Struggling To Live On Purpose In Crappy Situations,)Paeter's Geek Week00:59:52 COMICS- Grant Morrison's Batman RIP, Bat

A review of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves and some thoughts about what it might look like to live out your purpose even in unfavorable circumstances.Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:COMICS- Batman #106-124 MOVIES/TV- The Power Series PremiereGAMES- Darkest Dungeon, Dragon Quest XITIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro (Paeter & Holly's Trip & Life Drama)00:02:32 Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Review00:21:37 CGC & Christian Geek News00:34:14 Living Your Purpose In Crappy Circumstances (Colossians Bible Study) 00:47:04 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Is It Sinful To Enjoy Entertainment Based On Pagan gods? Why Do You Only Review The Premieres Of Shows?)Paeter's Geek Week00:59:38 COMICS- Batman #106-124 01:06:19 MOVIES/TV- The Power Series Premiere01:12:06 GAMES- Darkest Dungeon, Dragon Quest XI01:32:03 On The Next Episode...01:34:05 Essential Issues Weekly (Lazarus Planet: Dark Fate, The Flash #793, Dawn Of DC, Superman #1, Action Comics #1052, Stargirl: The Lost Children #4) Sup

A review of the Super Mario Bros Movie, a "Phoned-In" review of Shazam: Fury Of The Gods, and a special review of the London West End Theatrical production of Harry Potter And The Cursed Child! Also, a Patron hangout chat about present day miracles and hearing God's voice!Plus, In Paeter's Geek Week:MOVIES/TV- Blue Beetle Trailer, The Expanse Season 2 & 3GAMES- Shakedown Hawaii, Darkest Dungeon, What Makes A Good Portable Game & Do I Even Want That?TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro (Paeter & Holly's Trip & Life Drama)00:16:43 Shazam: Fury Of The Gods "Phoned-In" Review00:35:47 CGC & Christian Geek News00:43:43 The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review01:00:29 Modern Day Miracles & Hearing God's "Voice"01:20:06 Harry Potter And The Cursed Child (London West End Production Review)01:43:23 Listener/Viewer Questions & Feedback (Is A Particular Doctrine Of Hell Essential To Eternal Life? Is Playing Games As Dark & Evil Characters Sinful? Is It Sinful To Play Hacked Roms Or Fan-Made Games? What If

In a different format from the usual, Paeter presents his All-Time Favorite video games & Tabletop Games! PLUS, a return to reflecting on Psalm 62 and its application to geeks who are tired of troublesome people!TIMESTAMPS00:00:00 Special CGC Anniversary Message00:05:15 Episode IntroAll-Time Favorite Video Games00:07:32 Intro & NES Games00:22:17 SNES Games00:32:44 Playstation 1 Games00:46:27 Playstation 2 Games01:26:15 PC Games01:37:30 Xbox 360 Games (& Start Of PS4)02:01:01 PS4 Games02:42:29 PSP & PS Vita Games02:54:50 Getting Tired Of Troublesome People (Psalm 62 Devotional)03:15:44 All-Time Favorite Tabletop Games03:54:33 Next EpisodeSupport this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions 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 the "In Search Of Truth" Bible Study include:"Expositor's Bible Commentary", Fra

In this special "Best Of Holly" episode, Paeter's wife assumes hosting duties for a change! Segments include her reviews with Paeter for Pride & Prejudice & Zombies and the Season 1 Premiere for Shadow & Bone. Then, Paeter tells the story of how they met and their first kiss! Finally, an encore presentation of the in-depth and deeply personal interview Paeter conducted with Holly using questions submitted by listeners and viewers!TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:46 Pride & Prejudice & Zombies Review00:16:39 Shadow & Bone Season 1 Premiere Review00:39:08 How Paeter Met Holly & Their First Kiss (Audio From Extra Life Marathon 2016) 00:56:21 Holly Q&A (Listener/Viewer Questions)00:57:52 Introduction00:059:52 Holly's Interests/Hobbies01:09:55 Holly's Faith01:12:20 Holly's Job, Hardship & Depression01:37:27 Being The Breadwinner As A Wife & Mom01:43:15 Our Marriage (Dating & Things We Enjoy)01:51:01 What Keeps Our Marriage Healthy02:02:14 Advice For New Parents?02:16:14 Com

In a different format from the usual, Paeter presents his All-Time Favorite Shows & Movies!TIMESTAMPS00:00:30 Intro00:02:45 All-Time Favorite TV ShowsAll-Time Favorite Movies00:25:10 Super Hero Movies01:11:13 Sci-Fi Movies01:43:47 Horror Movies02:01:44 Next Episode02:24:27 Essential Issues Weekly (Lazarus Planet: Legends Reborn & The Flash #792)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions 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 the "In Search Of Truth" Bible Study 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)