Matt and Kevin discuss the importance of presence, how Christian relationships can't function without face-to-face interaction, and why the church desperately needs to be together to fulfill its mission.

In this bonus episode, Matt and Kevin talk about football and then Matt rants about the Baseball Hall of Fame for awhile.

Matt and Kevin discuss David French's article "Why Christians Bond With Corrupt Leaders," and talk about appropriate loyalties to those who bless us, while recognizing God's providence and preeminence in all things.

Matt and Kevin return from a month hiatus to get caught up on sports for a few minutes, and then ramble on for a long time about what books they're reading.

Matt and Kevin talk about New Years Resolutions, what makes a good resolution, what makes a feasible resolution, and what makes a God-honoring resolution. They also couldn't help but toss in a "Hamilton" reference.

Matt and Kevin talk about how life in the church has changed in the last twelve months, and what they hope for in the next twelve months. Also, Matt tells a cautionary tale about stocking stuffers.

Matt reflects on Joseph's part in the Christmas story, how much he sacrificed and how he proved himself righteous. Kevin reflects on his new favorite Christmas hymn and how it speaks to the beauty of Jesus that comes into the dark world.

Matt and Kevin read a listener email and talk about how to encourage your kids to love church and worship, without making them resent it. They talk about the common fears and pressures that parents face in raising their kids in the church.

Matt and Kevin talk about their Thanksgiving vacations and about the importance of rest and rhythms in the Christian life.

On this bonus mini-episode, Matt and Kevin talk (on their "30-second break") for ten minutes about traveling to cities. This was during the intermission of the episode that will air December 8th.