Processing

Episode 63: Pastor Zeus is back on Processing! This week Zeus and Kirk kick off the episode talking about changes in culture; Gen Z is more religious than their parent's generation (Gen X), and over half of LGBTQ characters are being removed from TV shows in the next year. Zeus then goes on to share his perspective on immigration as an immigrant in America and the power of an invite to church at Christmas. Lastly, they respond to Kirk Cameron's take that he no longer believes in eternal conscious torment. 

Episode 62: We're back from Thanksgiving with a fresh group - Anthony, Dave and Josiah! After reflecting on their Thanksgiving weekend , they jump into viewer questions. They consider how you should dispose of a Bible and share their takes on different styles of preaching. They also answer a question about demonic possession in the Bible and why it seems like we don't see it as often in the U.S. Lastly, they discuss the fraud taking place in Minnesota government.

Episode 61: Happy Thanksgiving, Processing family! This week Logan and Kirk reflect on the Live Episode and share some highlights. They also respond to a reel from Neeza, a former transgender female, sharing how he encountered the Gospel for the first time and how we should have more urgency in sharing the Good news. They talk more about discipline in parenting and consider the implications of AI music. 

Episode 60: Check out our first ever live audience episode! Pastors Logan and Kirk are joined by Pastors Josiah and Anthony to have some fun conversation and answer viewer questions. They talk Northern Lights, disciplining children, Israel, AI, and hit many other topics, thanks to our amazing listeners. We hope you love the episode as much as we did!

Episode 59: Kirk and Logan return with a thoughtful yet entertaining episode that balances humor and depth. After a surprise guest appearance, they discuss the rise of 50-year mortgages and what it means to approach finances with wisdom and faith. They also explore topics like spiritual stillness, prophetic discernment, and the role of government and stewardship—all through a grounded, biblical lens. It’s a rich conversation about living wisely, thinking critically, and keeping Christ at the center of everyday life.

Episode 58: Logan and Kirk dive into a lengthy debate about Christian Nationalism versus Islamic Nationalism.  What are the comparisons between Christianity and Islam, and how do they impact our country? They also react to reels that ignite their love for God and bring new language to what God is worthy of. Lastly, they clarify what is sexually immoral in dating and marriage. 

Episode 57: Logan and Kirk take this week to process the "No Kings" protests happening around the country and Trump's claim that "nothing could get him into heaven." They consider the lack of theological understanding and emphasize the beauty of the gospel. They also discuss Allie Beth Stuckey's Jubilee debate and how well she respected her opponents. 

And and exciting update, tickets for the Live Processing Podcast are available NOW! https://brushfire.com/rivervalley/liveprocessingpodcast/616889

Episode 56: In light of the upcoming holiday, Logan and Kirk deep dive into whether Christians should celebrate Halloween. Last year, they discussed the historical basis and how that can shape our view. This year they consider the disputable matters we should bring to the Lord versus ways to "celebrate" that are sinful. Pastor Kirk clarifies his family's decision to not go trick-or-treating, and Logan addresses what we should avoid altogether. Stay tuned until the end for an update on the Live Processing Recording!

Episode 55: Anthony and Josiah are back for Processing! They spend this episode answering viewer questions - what's the origin of the pyramids, and how should we navigate conspiracies, is God a male or female, and did Jesus really descend to hell? Tune in for a fruitful conversation that doesn't just answer these questions, but give deep insight into how you can process topics like these.

Episode 54: This week on The Processing Podcast, Logan and Kirk dive into the incredible stories of celebrities encountering Jesus and being transformed by the truth of Scripture. They challenge us to consider the power of boldly sharing our own testimonies and the Gospel — and explore why so many believers hold back when it comes to living out their faith publicly. Plus, they tackle a big question: Are Mormons really Christians? Stick around to the end for an exciting update about the upcoming live episode!