Unvarnished

Episodes

• East of Eden 30.06.2026 21m

  This is the last of seven sermons in the Pride & Prejudice series. Based on Proverbs 6:16–19, which reveals seven things God hates. Here, we examine the sin of brotherly betrayal, of resentment where love ought to live. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• The Crucible 30.06.2026 24m

  Sermon six of seven in the Pride & Prejudice sermon series. Slander, gossip, cancellation. What happens in the crucible, the trial by fire? How does one survive? Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Fast and Furious 24.05.2026 22m

  Sermon five in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. In the furious pace of these fast-paced times, how do we strike the balance between urgency and patience? What if we get it wrong? What if we get it right! Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• The Sting 20.05.2026 25m

  Sermon four in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. This one is a word of caution to the schemers. How far will you go, what schemes will you concoct to get what you want? Will it be worth it? Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• There Will Be Blood 17.05.2026 31m

  Sermon three in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19, examines the real death culture in the world today and what it means. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Catch Me If You Can 13.05.2026 22m

  Sermon two in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. Today's topic is deceit and the cost to the deceiver. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• The Devil Wears Prada 10.05.2026 20m

  Sermon one in a seven-sermon series titled "Pride & Prejudice," based on Proverbs 6:16–19, which reveals seven things God hates. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Survivor 06.05.2026 33m

  The seventh and final sermon in the Sunday School series tackles the law of the jungle versus the law of Christ, survival of the fittest vs thriving on faith. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Holy Cow! 05.05.2026 32m

  Gene "The JourneyMan Preacher" Strother dives into the ages-old expression, "Holy cow!" to bring a fresh perspective to the sacred cows and golden calves we worship today. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Death Grip 04.05.2026 25m

  "Death had a grip on humanity—a choke-hold that said, 'It is appointed unto humans once to die. And after this, the judgment.'" –Gene Strother Is that it then? Is Death the final victor? Is the tombstone his championship trophy? That depends on which is greater: the death grip or the grip of love. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Canceled 03.05.2026 26m

  In this sermon, The Preacher, Gene Strother, tackles the pervasive cancel culture cancer and answers the question, "Does God cancel people? If so, who? Why?" Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• The Pianist 02.05.2026 25m

  The Pianist is the third sermon in the series Gene is calling Sunday School. It is the most intimate of the sermons, as he reflects on the songs and life of his mother. He learned life lessons to build, support, and sustain his faith by hearing his mom sing from the upright piano. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• Hurry Up & Wait 01.05.2026 29m

  Sermon two in a Seven-sermon series by "Preacher" Gene Strother. Gene examines the friction between patience and urgency and the need for both. What does the Bible have to say about urgency vs patience? Find out in this vital sermon. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com
• You and Me and a Long-Tailed Cat 30.04.2026 35m

  "Sin is a long-tailed cat." Hop in and come along on a ride with a catastrophe adjuster. We will chase the storm, known to insiders as CAT. We will also learn a thing or two about the nature of sin.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com