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Let's Talk Basic Christianity: Exploring the Bible with Open Minded Faith

Let's Talk Basic Christianity: Exploring the Bible with Open Minded Faith

By: Michael & Anthony Kocienski | Open Minded Faith
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Explore Jesus and spiritual growth in this open-minded Christian podcast.


In today’s confusing world, it’s not easy to trust just anyone when you want to understand Jesus and the bible without pressure! This Podcast is for you. I am pretty much a beginner in the bible, but I have been through it twice and have watched many shows to educate myself and have gained an understanding of what is written in it! My son is much more versed in the bible and speaks a little deeper than I. We will interpret from our perspective and get help from experts when needed. This is a podcast for us ALL to learn together.


My name is Michael (Mike), and my son is Anthony (Tony). We started this podcast not because everyone else is doing one. We did it because of our experience getting to this point. As previously stated, we are not experts; in fact, I was a non-practicing catholic who was sitting in my recliner when I was chosen, and my son was going through a crisis when he was chosen.


I will also note that I am a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, and I am here for any vets who need to talk!


We will share our experiences and move onward together, and hopefully grow together. Once we establish our stories, we will reach out for suggestions and your stories to share. We are not looking for you to convert to Jesus; we only want to give you the tools to understand if you choose to. We hope we can help you understand what we know and help you to decide your track. Or you can just listen every week and enjoy the show! The choice is yours, not ours, and we will NEVER pressure you to join any denomination of a church!


OUR PLAYLISTS:

1. New Here? Start With These

- Welcome to Let's Talk Basic Christianity

- What is the Bible? Let's Talk Basic Christianity

- Church in the Cul-De-Sac: Faith Beyond the Building

2. Real Stories: Testimonies & Transformation

- From Broken to Believing: Mike's Journey to Jesus Christ

- Tony's Journey to Jesus Christ: A Personal Story of Faith

- Finding Strength Through Hard Times

- Faith and Family: The Braswell Legacy and a Life of Belief


3. Understanding the Bible & Christian Foundations

- What is the Bible? Let's Talk Basic Christianity

- End Times - Spiritual Growth and Jesus' Teachings

- Church in the Cul-De-Sac: Faith Beyond the Building

- The Power of Gratitude – Spiritual Growth and Jesus Reflections


4. Free Will, Choice & Christian Living

- Free Will, Faith, and Choice (Part 1)

- Free Will, Faith, and Choice (Part 2) (acts of kindness, grace, forgiveness)

- End Times - Spiritual Growth and Jesus' Teachings


5. Faith, Family & Relationships

- Why Family Matters in Christian Faith

- Faith and Family: The Braswell Legacy and a Life of Belief

- Church in the Cul-De-Sac: Faith Beyond the Building

- Finding Strength Through Hard Times


6. Hope, Healing & Strength in Hard Times

- Finding Strength Through Hard Times

- Faith and Healing: Felisha Madison’s Spiritual Journey with Jesus

- The Power of Gratitude - Spiritual Growth and Jesus Reflections

- From Broken to Believing: Mike's Journey to Jesus Christ

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Episodes
  • The Faith That Keeps Us Standing: A Personal Scam Story
    Mar 24 2026

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    Summary

    In this episode, Mike shares his personal experience of being scammed while trying to buy a dog, exploring themes of truth, faith, and deception. The hosts discuss how faith and truth are essential in navigating life's challenges and recognizing deception in a world full of false appearances.

    Key Topics

    The importance of truth and faith in everyday life

    Recognizing deception and false appearances

    Biblical principles on trust and faith in God

    takeaways

    Faith involves trusting in what is unseen but true.

    Deception often appears convincing but can be identified through red flags.

    Biblical scriptures remind us that truth and faith set us free.

    Hosts

    Mike Kocienski

    Anthony Kocienski

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to the Episode

    01:08 The Experience of Being Scammed

    09:44 Reflections on Truth and Faith

    20:52 Lessons Learned from the Scam

    42:37 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

    Resources

    2 Corinthians 5:7

    Hebrews 11

    Romans 6:14

    Support the show

    Visit our website: www.letstalkbcpc.com

    Our E-Mail: ant.mike.pc.2025@gmail.com

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    43 mins
  • Faith and Resilience: Navigating Life's Challenges with Scripture and Spiritual Growth
    Mar 10 2026

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    Content Type

    Discussion

    Primary Goal

    Discussion

    summary

    Join Mike and Anthony in this insightful podcast episode as they explore faith, the Bible, and spiritual growth while navigating life's challenges with resilience. Through personal stories and scripture insights, they offer encouragement and guidance for listeners seeking to deepen their understanding of Christianity in an open-minded environment. This episode emphasizes trusting God's plan and growing spiritually through difficult times, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in an authentic and thoughtful journey through faith and scripture.

    Key Topics

    Faith during challenging times

    Scripture insights on anxiety and discipline

    Personal updates and spiritual reflections

    Takeaways

    Trust in God's plan even when life is difficult

    Scripture provides comfort and guidance in anxiety

    Sharing personal stories strengthens faith and community

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

    06:03 Navigating Life's Challenges and Faith

    11:47 Scriptural Insights on Discipline and Peace

    17:49 Understanding the Christian Faith

    29:34 Navigating Life's Challenges with Faith

    47:10 Personal Journeys and New Seasons

    Resources

    Bible App (YouVersion) - https://www.bible.com/app

    Duomo Bible Study App - https://duomo.com

    Matthew 6:26

    Hebrews 12:11

    Philippians 4:6-7

    Matthew 19:26

    Support the show

    Visit our website: www.letstalkbcpc.com

    Our E-Mail: ant.mike.pc.2025@gmail.com

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    45 mins
  • The Power of Gratitude – Spiritual Growth and Jesus Reflections
    Dec 22 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode, Tony and Mike delve into spiritual growth and reflections on Jesus through the lens of gratitude. The multifaceted nature of gratitude, how it evolves through different life stages and circumstances. They emphasize the importance of recognizing gratitude not just in good times but also during challenges, and how it can serve as a powerful perspective shift. The conversation delves into the spiritual aspects of gratitude, its role in faith, and the necessity of acknowledging the good in life, even amidst difficulties. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they encourage listeners to cultivate a grateful heart and recognize the blessings in their lives.

    Takeaways

    Gratitude can look different depending on life stages.

    It's important to recognize gratitude in both good and bad times.

    Gratitude is a powerful perspective shift that can change how we view our circumstances.

    Acknowledging gratitude can lead to a deeper appreciation of life.

    Gratitude is not just a surface-level emotion; it runs deeper than that.

    Life's challenges can often lead to a greater sense of gratitude.

    Faith plays a significant role in how we perceive gratitude.

    Practicing gratitude can improve emotional health and well-being.

    Gratitude can help anchor hope during difficult times.

    It's essential to express gratitude for the small things in life.

    Chapters

    00:00 The Essence of Gratitude

    03:39 Gratitude Across Life Stages

    05:47 The Transformative Power of Gratitude

    08:16 Gratitude in the Face of Adversity

    11:05 The Role of Gratitude in Perspective

    13:54 Finding Gratitude in Everyday Moments

    16:11 The Spiritual Dimension of Gratitude

    18:32 Navigating Hard Times with Gratitude

    21:18 The Impact of Gratitude on Life Changes

    23:48 Gratitude as a Lifelong Journey

    27:27 The Power of Gratitude

    28:54 Generational Perspectives on Gratitude

    30:38 Transforming Perspectives: From Why to Thank You

    32:57 Finding Meaning in Adversity

    34:21 Understanding God's Role in Our Lives

    36:16 The Importance of Acknowledging the Good

    39:41 Season One Reflections and Future Directions

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    Previous Episodes:

    1. Introduction

    2. Tony tells about his journey to Jesus Christ

    3. Mike tells about his journey to Jesus Christ

    4. What is the Bible

    5. Free Will (Part 1)

    6. Free Will (Part 2)

    7. Family – Why it Matters

    8. Church in the Cul-De-Sac

    9. Faith and Family: The Braswell Legacy

    10. Information Ep 9.5 Exploring BC A journey of

    faith.

    11. Hard Times & Strength

    12. Bitterness and Peace

    13. End Times

    14. Faith and Healing: Felisha Madison’s Journey

    Support the show

    Visit our website: www.letstalkbcpc.com

    Our E-Mail: ant.mike.pc.2025@gmail.com

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    45 mins
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