In this episode, it’s just Brian and Lauren at the mics, diving into a surprising new shift: the IRS now allows churches to endorse candidates and "campaign" — something that challenges long-held expectations about the separation of church and state.

What does this mean for pastors, congregations, and Christian leaders? Should churches get involved in political endorsements at all? We unpack the implications, the risks, and what faithful leadership might look like in a politically charged culture.

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