"Preachers up, husbands down" 🤔—Ern and Iso get real in this episode, packed with 🔥 discussions about church culture, family dynamics, and how religion impacts the Black community. From the church being a "social club" to its influence on marriages, this episode dives into hard truths with humor and raw honesty. 💯 Why do pastors hold more weight than husbands? And where's the focus on progress and personal growth? 👀 This isn't just talk—it's real talk. 🎤 Ern and Iso break down the complexities of faith, community, and priorities in relationships. If you've ever questioned where your time, money, and energy are going, this episode is for you. 🙌 Don’t miss out—join Ern and Iso for engaging discussions and thought-provoking moments you won't forget. 🚀 #ErnandIsoPodcast #RealTalk #Relationships #ChurchCulture #BlackCommunity #PersonalGrowth #FamilyDynamics #HusbandsAndWives #PodcastLife #StayEngaged#creflodollar #spiritualawakening #spiritualgrowth #blackunityandconflict #financialeducation#andrewwommack #biblestudy #jamalbryant #joelosteen #financialeducationCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:47 - Addressing Backlash from Last Episode10:15 - Final Thoughts on Religion12:04 - Exploring Religion's Influence17:50 - Where Does the Money Go?20:58 - Lack of Planning in Churches21:40 - The Church as a Pimp Metaphor23:20 - Congregation Funding Pastors' Luxuries25:00 - Pastors as Modern-Day Pimps26:40 - Church: The Original Instagram28:20 - Pastors with a Stable of Followers30:00 - The Church as a Pimp with a Stable30:55 - Religion as a Control Mechanism32:40 - The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth34:00 - Control Through Discussions of God38:30 - Church Accessibility via Smartphones40:50 - What's Wrong with This Picture?44:00 - The People Who Just Go With It46:00 - Church: The Most Non-Action Activity49:35 - Examining Your Belief in God53:59 - Church as a Form of the Matrix56:30 - Busy People Without Goals57:20 - Long-Term Bible Study Reflections