On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian begin with a conversation about AI and how it is leading to a decrease in the necessity to think critically. They explore why maintaining our critical thinking skills is crucial for our discipleship.

Next, they each share one helpful resource in a recurring segment we call 'Better Than the News'.

Then, while empathy is generally regarded as a positive trait, some argue that it can also be toxic. Josh and Brian look at these arguments and discuss what they get right and wrong about the value of empathy.

They end with a game, as always, and this time it's Would You Rather?!

Links

A Call to Prayer and Fasting, Sunday, August 31 @ 6:30 pm

Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel

The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher

Jefferson Fisher on Instagram

On this episode, our hosts welcome Nathan McInturf to the show to talk about his new ministry serving the people of Uganda, Lost Causes. Next, they look at five questions we can ask to help us make better decisions. Then, they discuss the new Colossus xAI facility in Memphis, and why Christians should care about how it's impacting the people who live near it. We end the show with another game of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

Lost Causes

'We are the Last of the Forgotten': Inside the Memphis Community Battling Elon Musk's xAI

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah start by discussing gerrymandering in light of recent efforts to gerrymander Texas and California. They look at why it is harmful and why Christians should oppose it. Next, they discuss reparations and look to separate myth from reality. They end the show with another game of I Know You're Lying with special guest, Pastor Ashley Danz!

Links

The Princeton Gerrymandering Project

Arnold Schwarzenegger and a 'truly evil' war over the map of America

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian begin with a conversation around secondary theological issues. How do we differentiate between primary and secondary issues, and why do we argue about them so much? Next, they examine research on the real dangers of perfectionism and discuss how the gospel can help free us from perfectionistic thinking. Then, they discuss the tension that arises when churches operate as businesses. They look at whether that is truly necessary, and how to keep the church healthy when it is. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

"The Pain of Perfectionism" from The New Yorker

"How Can A Christian Perfectionist Find Rest?" from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, we welcome Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore to the show to talk about homelessness in Placer County and how we can serve those who are experiencing homelessness. Next, Sacramento Bee contributor Matt Fleming joins Brian and Josh for a conversation about the announcement that the IRS will not enforce the Johnson Amendment, which clears the way for churches to endorse political candidates. Then, it's common culturally to hear people talk about 'manifesting' something or 'speaking it into existence,' and our pastors will talk about whether or not this is a healthy and biblical practice. As always, we'll end the show with a ridiculous game!

Links

The Gathering Inn Hygiene Essentials Drive

Place County Homelessness Statistics

"Churches Must Resist the Urge to Make Sunday Services Political" by Matt Fleming

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this week's episode, Pastor Brian is joined by Dr. Kevin Newgren, from Kaiser, for a conversation about the connection between psychology and spirituality. Dr. Newgren will be presenting on Tuesday, July 29th, at Coffee & Theology (registration link below). Then, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about our tendency to view ourselves as 'normal' and others as 'different' and some practical ways we can overcome that. Next, they explore the recent stories surrounding the Epstein Files, and talk about good reasons and bad reasons for Christians to care what they contain. They close the episode with a new game, One's Gotta Go!

Links

Coffee & Theology Registration

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Links

Coffee and Theology with Dr. Carmen Imes

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, Pastors Josh and Brian welcome Dr. Kyle Watters, lecturer in the astronomy and physics department at Sac State and Coordinator of the Sac State Planetarium, to the show to talk about science as worship. Next, in our divided world, the use of dehumanizing language is on the rise. They talk about what it is, why it's a problem (especially for Christians!), and how we can make sure we aren't dehumanizing others. Then, they look at our tendency to want to escape grief and pain instead of processing it in healthy ways, and discuss strategies for dealing with our pain in a manner that leads to health. They end the show with another round of Hot Takes!

Links

Coffee and Theology with Dr. Kyle Watters

Sacramento State Planetarium

"'Severance' Makes A Case for Suffering" from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh start by welcoming Kelsey Garcia to the show to talk about a new ministry at Bridgeway, Bridgeway Active! Find Bridgeway Active on Instagram HERE. Then, they look at factors that lead to spiritual burnout and what we can do to prevent it. Next, they examine some of what the Bible has to say about peace and discuss whether those commands apply to groups and nations or just to individuals. They wrap things up with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

"Confessions of a Burnt-Out Christian" from Relevant Magazine

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah begin by discussing the United States' recent strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Then, they discuss Christian celebrity culture and the limits of relying on online influencers for our spiritual formation. Next, they look at Warren Buffett's alternative to the 10,000-hour rule and end the episode with another round of I Know You're Lying!

Links

"A War of Choice - The Wrong Choice" from Christianity Today

"Don't Blame Bible Prophecy for A War with Iran" from Christianity Today

"Israeli Attacks Bring Iranian Christians Both Fear and Hope" from Christianity Today

"Trump's Iran Strike Was A Mistake: I Hope It Succeeds" from The New York Times

"Trump Got This One Right" from The Atlantic

Pray for Iran from Elam Ministries

Praying for Iran: A Call to Intercede from Elam Ministries

"Warren Buffett Says Forget About 10,000 Hours of Practice - If You Want to Master Something, Do This Instead" from Entrepreneur

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast:

https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn