Wade and John realize it’s our 50th episode. So, let’s talk turkey and what it means to be thankful, even when things seem to be less than perfect.

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So many churches were waiting for people to come back once we all got used to the pandemic. Many of those churches are still waiting. It looks like a lot of the people aren't coming back. What are we supposed to do now? Plus, John learns about the Birthday Effect.

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Ep#48

Lizzie Wright joins Wade, Tom and John this week. They talk about the relationship between mercy, charity and justice. Recognizing the differences can help our churches understand what ministries God might want them to pursue. Plus, who broke the space toilet?

Wade is counting pumpkins. Brad is out on vacation. And Tom is rooting for the Astros. This week we talk about an ancient tradition being banned. The Catholic Church in Sicily has banned naming godfathers and godmothers. How does that help us think about our baptism and commitment to the church?

Episode #47

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Social media trolls once ran some of the top Facebook pages for Christians. What does it say about us that we ate up all their divisive and provocative material? How might this shape the church's online ministry? Plus, the guys play a quick round of "What's the sermon?"

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Every preacher wants you to read the Bible. But why? This week, we're talking about what it means (and what it doesn't mean) to have a biblical worldview. How do you know if you have one? How does interpreting the Bible get in the way? 

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Theology is the thought of God. We all do that. So, how do you know if you're hearing or learning good or bad theology? Where's the line between right belief and heresy? This week, we talk about how you can tell the difference without burying yourself underground to prove the resurrection. 

Episode #43

This week, Brad and John talk about what it means to deconstruct your faith. That's something we've heard a lot from celebrity Christians over the last several years. Many of those Christians have left the faith as a result. But deconstructing faith is nothing new and is something that actually can strengthen your faith. Brad gives some insight into how to deconstruct your faith and John reminds you to not go at it alone.

And, please, don't throw baked beans at anyone.

This week we discuss a new effort in the city of Baltimore to train some city employees about how to recognize and help with trauma. Could your local librarian be the next first responder? And what is the church's role in addressing trauma in our communities?

Plus, you haven't eaten this many Big Macs!

How do you know if your Christianity is fake? Is that a good word for it? This week, we talk about moralistic therapeutic deism. Some call it fake. Some call it water-down. How does it stand against what some might call authentic Christianity? Plus, how to overcome the awkwardness of making friends.