In the middle chapters of “The New Jim Crow,” Michelle Alexander breaks down racism baked into the justice system, and the group talks about being raised with different expectations, and passing those lessons along to their children. Plus, the exhaustion that comes with constantly being teachers, but the responsibilities we have to educate the people that we talk to.

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Andy’s mom warned him early that his tongue could get him into a lot of trouble - and boy, has it.

The third chapter has a very profound idea about how small things can take us drastic directions. A person who proclaims the gospel is someone who must have their words under control.

The way we can bring heaven upon this earth can be just as simple as paying attention to the words that we are saying.

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On our first podcast discussing “The New Jim Crow,” Andy and Donyale are joined by Trinity United Methodist’s Deirdre Barrett. The group discusses what stands out in the early chapters of Michelle Alexander’s book, including her statement that “colorblindness is not the answer, it’s the problem.”

The discussion fans out into the call each member felt like the book put on them, including learning to find beauty in diversity without being threatened by it, and trying to find an equal amount of justice and forgiveness.

The discussion will continue for two more weeks! Got a question? Visit us at fmhouston.com/ama.

While studying the life of Ernest Hemingway via the new Ken Burns documentary, Andy is inspired about the importance of action, and urges the congregation to concentrate on positive, God-honoring actions and see where that leads them.

"In our actions, in what we’re doing... let’s see what God can do."

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A pretty straightforward question leads to a surprisingly fun and revealing conversation as the group each talks about their favorite sections of the Bible.

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Andy digs into the first chapter of James as we start our walk through the book.

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The group considers the people God chose to destroy in the story of Noah’s ark, and point out the flaws inherent in comparing ourselves to people in the past, both for good and for bad.

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It has been a very hard year, and there has been much to be afraid of. But we cannot let fear, death, and oppression write our story. It's on us to write another one.

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During a very tough recording session, the group fights through to talk about metaphor and reality in the Bible, how to approach the gospels, and dealing with matters of faith and the heart.

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Genesis 15:9-12; 17-18

We may wander, we may sin, but God always brings us home.

Where do you spiritually feel at home? It's not the structure that brings significance, but the realization of the holiness and goodness of the Lord.

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