Welcome to the table--watch out for flying bits of chewed carrot and shoes...

 John is still unwelcome at his home church, so he gives an update on his church-hopping travels. WHAT DO YOU DO when you have nothing to do at church??? 

Next: Luke has a great idea for how to make an impression at the church pitch-in. But only you would get the joke, Neighbor! Everyone else would just be confused...

...and that reminds us of our late friend, Hank McGill! 

Then: You have homework, Neighbor! You need to send us your best punchlines for Hank's infamous set-up...  It goes: "A guy called and asked if I wanted a subscription to Prevention Magazine, and I said: ___________________________"

LATER:  You know, lots of churches pay to bring in a comedian for a night of laughs, but having one as a member of your congregation isn't always delightful.   When you order the caviar for a fancy restaurant, it feels high-value and cool.  But if you just bring caviar to the average church pitch in, it's just going to land on the floor under the highchairs, with the green beans, while everyone eats the mac-and-cheese.

That analogy made sense while we were crafting it...

Send your comments (and your punchlines) to [email protected]!  

On today's show the pugs engage an article by Oxford historian Andrew Moeller on the complicated aims and compromises of the 1930 Lambeth Conference, a watershed moment in Christianity in the West. The pugs discuss the 'gamble with the devil' that  the Church of England made, with its embrace of a modern technological understanding of reality even as it sought to remain Christian by accommodating and compromising with it. The pugs note how much of Protestantism followed suit, especially Evangelical Christianity of late.

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Internal motives and thoughts do matter in our public and work life. To be effective overtime in our business pursuits - serving customers, employing people, blessing the community - we’ll need to plant a little deeper than just surface level behavior. Our entire being should be aimed at doing good.

After a brief intro and the first Lewis letter (1:05), I share all ten C.S. Lewis letters that I found this week related to China (and prayer) (7:24). Then with the time I have left, I go through this week’s Pray for China cities, which include a few I want to talk a bit more about (50:55).

Welcome to China Compass on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me (@chinaadventures) on Twitter/X where I post new Chinese city prayer profiles every single day, with amazing pics and links to many more China resources. Feel free to email me (bfwesten at gmail dot com) and find everything else at PrayGiveGo.us!

Although I can’t attend Grace Agenda in Moscow, ID, which starts today, entitled “Life Through the Wardrobe”, I can do something unique like look at China through Lewis’s eyes letters. 

C.S. Lewis mentioned China numerous times in his personal letters. Here are a few examples, followed by my own thoughts and commentary. The first one in particular stands out for how close it comes to outright racism, especially the original letter from Lewis’s brother, Warnie. 

But before getting into his China letters, let me mention one other Lewis letter that I just pulled up. Just after William Borden, the millionaire missionary, died in Egypt (he was about 10 years older than Lewis), there is a letter from Lewis (home sick from school) to his father. He writes:

[In the] afternoon came the essay paper which was one after my own heart, the three alternative subjects being ‘The qualities of a successful soldier’ ‘The possibility of an universal language’, and ‘West is west and East is east, and never the twain shall meet’. I chose the last and applied it chiefly to the Indian question. It was much admired by some masters at the College.

I share this for two reasons: First, to remind myself (and anyone else interested) of where my missionary hero Borden fits in the Lewis timeline (or vice versa). Second, to note that at just fifteen years old, Lewis already held strong opinions about the far East (in this case, India). 

Borden of Yale: The Millionaire Missionary

No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regrets

www.BordenofYale.com

Pray for China places of the week 

(Follow @chinaadventures to see which city daily)

https://open.substack.com/pub/chinacall/p/pray-for-china-aug-10-16-2025

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Luke 10, verse 2, the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Talk to you again soon!

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Ever wondered if grabbing dinner at the drive-thru is just a convenience—or something deeper? We dig into the big question: is eating fast food a sin, or just a matter of conscience and wisdom? Drawing from our conversation with Joel Salatin, we wrestle with what the Bible really says about food, stewardship, and caring for our families. We talk about the difference between liberty, preference, and true conviction, and why your food choices might matter more than you think—not just for your health, but for your faith and your family. Whether you’re a busy mom, a dad trying to lead well, or just someone who wants to honor God with everyday decisions, you’ll find practical advice, biblical principles, and honest encouragement here. Let’s rethink what’s on our plates, one meal at a time.

In this chat, we take a playful plunge into the world of airplane etiquette, pondering why we all clap like enthusiastic seals when the plane lands and speculating on the secret superhero roles of flight attendants. We also explore a nifty app that helps us brainstorm jokes about air travel—because who doesn't need a little digital inspiration for those mile-high musings? Our conversation is sprinkled with quirky observations about flying, making it an amusing journey. We also delve into the art of comedy writing, the creative chaos of jotting down ideas, and the fun of turning random thoughts into comedic gems. Our dialogue highlights the joy of free association and the magic of capturing those fleeting, funny thoughts before they take off.

Today, David explains why “parental rights” is now just a power game, and gives examples of Christian legal and policy advocates effectively conceding that the determinative power over what those rights are rests with a U.S. Supreme Court that has embraced a lawless, disintegrated cosmos. He also briefly summarizes what Christians must do to restore real and objectively determinable parental rights. It’s a must-listen episode for those with children and grandchildren.

In this episode of CrossPolitic we welcome Scott Walter, president of Capital Research Center and former special assistant to President George W. Bush. Walter discusses his explosive new book "Arabella" which exposes a massive dark money network of leftist billionaires secretly transforming America. This for-profit organization runs nonprofits that take in billions of dollars every election cycle - more than the official Democrat and Republican national machines combined - yet most Americans have never heard of it. Walter reveals how this network, funded by donors like Gates, Zuckerberg, and Soros, operates through hundreds of fake grassroots groups to influence politics while hiding the true source of their funding. This eye-opening discussion reveals the hidden machinery behind much of today's political activism and offers hope for those fighting for transparency and truth.

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Liberty Dispatch ~ August 07, 2025
In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss how Canada is broken–morally, culturally, and economically. The fractures in our nation are foundational. What is the answer? Can Canada be fixed? Tune in to find out.

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Opening & Intro (00:00-00:58)
Welcome & Introduction (00:00-08:50)
Segment 1 - Canada is BROKEN CULTURALLY (08:50-32:55):
"Carney says Muslim values are Canadian values"| WesternStandard: https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqWn78YgaD8;
"Migrants occupy 2,000 rooms in Niagara Falls during peak tourism season" | Rebel News: https://www.rebelnews.com/migrants_occupy_2000_rooms_in_niagara_falls;
"64 % of immigrants not paying [presumed tax or fees]" | Juno News: https://www.junonews.com/p/exclusive-64-of-immigrants-not-paying;

Segment 2 - Canada is BROKEN ECONOMICALLY (34:33- 45:15):
"Trump tariff deadline concerns raised in Canada" | CBC News: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-tariffs-canada-deadline-1.7598480;
"Why some Canadians are losing access to bank accounts without warning" | The Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-debanked-why-some-canadians-are-losing-their-bank-accounts-without;

Segment 3 - Canada is BROKEN MORALLY (46:12 -01:42:00):
"Quebec ruling punishes pro-lifers who offer help to women seeking abortions" | LifeSiteNews: https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/quebec-ruling-punishes-pro-lifers-who-offer-help-to-women-seeking-abortions;
"Quebec judge upholds abortion bubble zones despite admitting they violate constitutional rights" | LifeSiteNews: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/quebec-judge-upholds-abortion-bubble-zones-despite-admitting-they-violate-constitutional-rights;
"From killings to rape—heinous crimes that could get you less jail time than a Freedom Convoy organizer" | National Post: https://nationalpost.com/opinion/from-killings-to-rape-the-heinous-crimes-that-could-get-you-less-jail-time-than-a-freedom-convoy-organizer;
"Viral GRAPHIC image highlights government criticism" | X: https://x.com/govt_corrupt/status/1953166922281041974;
"Carney dismisses concerns Bill C‑18 hinders local news outlets’ ability to inform public; 'Just listen to the CBC'" | Western Standard: https://www.westernstandard.news/news/carney-dismisses-concerns-bill-c-18-hindering-local-news-outlets-ability-to-inform-public-says-just-listen-to-cbc/66665;
Conclusion & Outro (01:42:00-01:45:54)

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