This episode tackles the questions almost everyone has about Christianity but rarely gets honest answers to — from “What is a good person?” to aliens, to why God judged entire cities in the Old Testament. It’s raw, real, and full of the kind of conversations people actually have when they’re searching for truth, not church clichés. If you’ve ever wrestled with faith or wanted to ask the questions Christians are scared to answer, this one’s for you.
Mark 10:17–18
Isaiah 64:6
Genesis 28:12
Luke 10:18
2 Corinthians 11:14
Numbers 22:21–23
Luke 8:26–33
2 Kings 19:35
Exodus 12
Joshua 6:24
Joshua 8:28–29
Genesis 6:11–12
Genesis 6:23
Genesis 18:24–32
1 John 4:19
1 John 1:9–10
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C.L. talks about what’s been helping him up his prayer game. Whether you’ve been wondering how to pray or feel like you’ve already got it down, this episode will challenge you to check your heart—Are you aiming for superficial perfection or life-changing connection with God?
Psalm 46:10
Luke 5:16
Romans 8:26
Tune in Wednesday, November 18th, for two new episodes of the Nonmicrowaved Truth!
From youth camps to the NBA—this one comes full circle! 🏀 Host C.L. Whiteside sits down with his former player turned Duke standout and now Charlotte Hornets rookie, Kon Knueppel. They talk hoops, humility, and how to stay locked in on Christ when the world is worshiping fame. This isn’t your typical sports interview. It’s real talk, real faith, and "The Non-Microwaved Truth." 🔥
We love to make promises we can’t keep—swearing to God, making deals, or vowing things we were never asked to. But God’s promises? They actually hit different because he keeps every single one. This episode unpacks why our vows fall short and why trusting God's Word changes everything.
Acts 5
Judges 11
Let’s get real—Sexuality in our culture is broken. Straight, gay, married, single ... none of us makes it out untouched. God’s Word doesn’t ignore it. He exposes the damage AND offers a better design. From wild biblical family drama to today’s headlines, we’ll dive into desire, identity, intimacy, and the cross-shaped life Jesus calls ALL of us to live. We’ll unpack how we feed the brokenness, why chasing happiness leaves us empty, and how deeper intimacy with Christ brings healing, transformation, and purpose whether single or married.
Mark 10
Matthew 19
Song of Songs
1 Corinthians 7:32–34
Judges 8:30
Genesis 19
Genesis 38 (Judah, Tamar, Onan)
Luke 2:41–50
Mark 10:45
Matthew 6:33
Romans 12:2
Mark 8:34,35
James 5:16
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Be alert and have the right headspace for when the devil attacks. If Jesus quoted Scripture when he was tempted, doesn't that tell you something?! 🙏 Take the challenge presented in this video, and see how equipped you become for everything that comes your way, including attacks from the enemy! #ScriptureChallenge
Jesus tempted in the wilderness—Matthew 4:1-11
Memory Challenge: Add these passages to the memory bank
1 Peter 5:8
Psalm 23:4
John 3:16
Ephesians 2:8,9
Galatians 6:8
Jeremiah 29:11
Psalm 115:105
Tune in, get a laugh, and vote on which meme looks most like C.L. In this episode, C.L. talks about culture's obsession with going viral, how Zacchaeus might’ve been the original “meme moment,” and why sometimes looking foolish is exactly what it takes to see Jesus clearly.
Luke 19
"The Non-Microwaved Truth" is taking a little break. In the meantime, C.L. is asking for some feedback on what you want to see. Take a look or listen, and give us your thoughts!
"The Non-Microwaved Truth" is on microwave time, so we'll have a quick message today. So many people have Bible verses or spiritual symbols tattooed on them ... but is it more than ink? Can you live out what’s tattooed on your body? Is it written on your heart too? We'll talk life verses, meaningful ink, and practical tattoo advice.🕊
Romans 12:2
Galatians 6:8
1 John 2:15
Psalm 23:4
Phillipians 4:13
"The Non-Microwaved Truth" is on microwave time, so we'll have a quick message today. If you are human, you’ll face temptation in your life. How are you handling it? Let’s learn how we can handle it, where we can run to, and how temptation is usually presented to us.
📖 Genesis 39
🔑 Genesis 39:9
What was Paul’s thorn in the flesh—and could it be the same kind of thorn you're dealing with today? Whether it's a hidden struggle, sexuality, a chronic condition, rebellious kids, a strained marriage, or unanswered prayers, this episode will unpack why God allows persistent pain to remain. Paul never names his thorn … maybe because God wanted you to see your own in the story. We'll talk about false gospels, real suffering, and what we can build our faith on. If you’ve ever felt like giving up, like you’re tired of always being strong, this episode’s for you. God's power shows up strongest in your weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:6-10
Matthew 16:23-25
Philippians 3:20,21
Romans 5:3-5
In this episode we'll confront some of the most overlooked yet damaging trends in the modern church—practices and portrayals that have become weaponized traditions. From the image of “White Jesus” to the interesting practices some churches have normalized, we'll explore why it matters that churches reflect the truth and not traditions that exclude or confuse.This episode isn’t about tearing the church down—it’s about calling the church up. Because when traditions start to eclipse truth, it’s time to rethink. Tap in for a necessary and honest conversation.
Ephesians 6:5-9
1 Corinthians 10:32,33
Deuteronomy 5:8
Romans 3:23,24
Galatians 2:14
1 Samuel 2:12-17
1 Corinthians 1:12
2 Timothy 4:2
Romans 12:2
2 John 1:7
2 John 1:10
Culture constantly tells you to build—your brand, your business, your platform, your legacy. And while building isn’t wrong, there’s a quiet danger in letting what you built for God become what you worship instead of him. In this episode, we'll dive in to the subtle shift from honoring God to honoring ourselves. We won't call out the obvious idols only; we'll talk about the good things that start as tributes but turn into traps. If you've ever prayed for success, favor, or fruitfulness, this episode will help you examine whether your victories are still about God—or if they've slowly become about you.
Genesis 9:1
Genesis 11:2,4
Judges 6:1,11-17,22–27
Judges 7:22
Judges 8:10,22–27
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
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- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
In this episode, we'll challenge the cultural confusion surrounding judgment. Judgment isn’t inherently wrong. In fact, we make over 35,000 judgments a day! The key difference is whether we’re judging to condemn or judging to restore. So stop misusing “do not judge,” and start learning how to judge correctly—because you're going to judge whether you like it or not.
1 Timothy 6:10
Philippians 4:13
1 Corinthians 10:13
Matthew 7:1-5
Matthew 21:12,13
2 Samuel 12
1 Corinthians 5:1,2
Ezra 10:10
John 7:24
1 Samuel 16:7
Proverbs 4:23
Matthew 7:15-20
Galatians 5:22,23
Galatians 6:1
Matthew 18:15-17
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
In this episode we'll confront our addiction to activity and ask a hard question—Are we truly productive or just distracted? We'll explore how even good intentions can become spiritual roadblocks when we choose busyness over what Jesus calls “better.” From social media scrolling and constant multitasking to the pressures of family, work, and expectations, this episode will unpack how Jesus modeled stillness, prayer, and purposeful action—even in chaos. If you’re feeling drained, always tired, or struggling to prioritize God in a full schedule, it might be time to check if you’re worshiping the idol of bustling.
Luke 10:38-42
Mark 1:35
Luke 6:12,13
Matthew 11:28
Matthew 14:23
John 11:17-27
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
In this episode we'll challenge a culture that celebrates and claps for empty victories. Are our compliments reinforcing pride, vanity, and disobedience? We'll wrestle with how worldly applause can lure us into spiritual traps and explore how to develop discernment. It's time to rethink what (and whom) we celebrate—and ask if we're addicted to applause ourselves.
Proverbs 7:21-23
1 Kings 11:1–10
James 1:5
Matthew 7:16
Galatians 5:22,23
Ephesians 4:29
2 Samuel 12
Colossians 3:1,2
Colossians 3:17
Mark 10:21,22
Mark 11:7–10
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
Is your faith full of fire—or are you just going through the motions? God sent a bold messenger, Malachi, to confront the issues that are still plaguing us today. Malachi’s message wasn’t just for ancient Israel. It’s for anyone who’s tired of surface-level faith or burdened by spiritual compromise. Discover why Malachi’s message still matters for you.
The book of Malachi
Malachi 1:2,3,8-13
Malachi 2:13-17
Malach 3:2,3,7-9,17,18
Malachi 4:5,6
Matthew 11:13,14
Mark 9:11-13
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
We say we want more clarity from God, more detail in Scripture, more proof to believe. But what if we're starving, not because God hasn’t spoken or provided enough evidence but because we haven’t listened? This episode challenges the idea that we need “more” and instead asks: What are we doing with what we’ve already been given? You’ll be reminded that God has spoken, his Word is enough, and faith grows by trusting what’s already been shown, not by demanding more signs.
John 20:30,31
1 John 4:8
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
John 3:16
Acts 8:12-24
John 8:1-11
Exodus 31:18
Psalm 119:105
Romans 15:4
2 Timothy 3:16,17
John 20:24-29
1 Timothy 2:4-6
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside
Is it possible to be spiritually on fire but physically, mentally, or financially falling apart? This episode confronts a dangerous myth in Christian circles—that holiness means neglecting other parts of your life. We will dive into why followers of Jesus should stop settling for dysfunction in areas God clearly cares about and examine how imbalance in any one area can drag down the rest. God didn’t call you to be mediocre in every other area while being “super spiritual.” He wants your whole life.
Matthew 25:18-29
Proverbs 3:9
1Corinthians 6:19,20
Psalm 92:14
Proverbs 12:25
Luke 12:25,26
Psalm 42:5
Isaiah 26:3
Jeremiah 29:11-14
Romans 12:12
Proverbs 24:6
Proverbs 15:22
1 Corinthians 3:3
Hebrews 5:13,14
Proverbs 16:18
Obadiah 1:3
Deuteronomy 8:17,18
Luke 2:52
1 Corinthians 10:31
You can now also WATCH C.L.! That's right: C.L. is also recording The Nonmicrowaved Truth on video! Just go to our Time of Grace video site (timeofgrace.org/TV), search for the Time of Grace app on your devices, or watch on C.L.'s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmL7jUfMBm0FKV-I0Op_Vg or on Time of Grace's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Hcyk5J
About "The Nonmicrowaved Truth":
How fast do you have to have "IT"? Our culture tells us to find a microwave to speed up the process. C.L. Whiteside, a man who sees and hears multiple perspectives through his life of coaching sports, serving in education, and attempting to conform to Christ, searches for the nonmicrowaved truth. C.L. gets that what’s cool and acceptable now, may not be cool and acceptable tomorrow—and most importantly, may not be what’s best.
Hit up C.L. on social media:
- Twitter or Instagram: @ChampionLife23
- TikTok: @clwhiteside