(00:00-10:25): Brian and Aubrey talked about the split at Calvin University. A same-sex wedding led the university to split with its longtime research center over Christian teaching on sexuality.

(10:25-22:26): Glenn Packiam is the associate senior pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs. He joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book “The Resilient Pastor: Leading Your Church in a Rapidly Changing World””

(22:26-30:24): Social Media Water Cooler: If you could spend the summer working remotely anywhere in the world, where would you go?

(30:24-39:04): Brian and Aubrey discussed the difference between being color blind and color blessed when tackling the issue of race.

(39:04-47:51): All Ministry Matters with Brian From: How do you offer encouragement for “small” church and “small” ministry people. 

(47:51-56:48): What does it mean to flourish in life? Harvard University has actually come up with a way to gauge it.

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(00:00-09:24): Hillsong pastor Brian Houston has resigned after revelations of indiscretions with women. Brian and Aubrey discussed whether or not an influential organization can continue when its leadership goes through a scandal like that.

(09:24-18:19): Over the past six months, nearly all churches have reopened for services and more have dropped mask requirements, social distancing, and other COVID-19 precautions. But the latest figures from Pew Research Center show that once-regular churchgoers aren’t much more likely to show up than they were back in September. Brian and Aubrey talked about what those numbers mean and what churches can do.

(18:19-27:33): Should you as a parent allow your child to question their faith? Brain and Aubrey put on their parenting hats to tackle that issue.

(27:33-35:23): What do most people regret before they die? Brian and Aubrey talked about a video posted by a hospice nurse.

(35:23-44:08): The Barna Group, a research firm that focuses on religion, found last year that 2 in 5 Christian pastors had considered quitting full-time ministry in the past year. Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.

(44:08-53:41): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up the show by sharing some positive stories from the Good News Network.

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(00:00-09:24): Hillsong pastor Brian Houston has resigned after revelations of indiscretions with women. Brian and Aubrey discussed whether or not an influential organization can continue when its leadership goes through a scandal like that.

(09:24-18:19): Over the past six months, nearly all churches have reopened for services and more have dropped mask requirements, social distancing, and other COVID-19 precautions. But the latest figures from Pew Research Center show that once-regular churchgoers aren’t much more likely to show up than they were back in September. Brian and Aubrey talked about what those numbers mean and what churches can do.

(18:19-27:33): Should you as a parent allow your child to question their faith? Brain and Aubrey put on their parenting hats to tackle that issue.

(27:33-35:23): What do most people regret before they die? Brian and Aubrey talked about a video posted by a hospice nurse.

(35:23-44:08): The Barna Group, a research firm that focuses on religion, found last year that 2 in 5 Christian pastors had considered quitting full-time ministry in the past year. Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.

(44:08-53:41): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up the show by sharing some positive stories from the Good News Network.

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(00:00-09:59): Brian and Aubrey took a dive into the controversy surrounding NCAA swimming. Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has dominated women's college swimming this season—and has also become a lightning rod for controversy.

(09:59-20:30): What are the positive things Christians are doing in the world? Brian and Aubrey responded to Josh Howerton’s piece for The Gospel Coalition.

(20:30-29:56): Grinds My Gears: Brian has an issue with a contingent of dog owners out there. Plus, Aubrey is taking issue with cell phone etiquette. 

(29:56-39:30): Senator Lindsey Graham asked Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her religious faith during the Senate Confirmation Hearing. Brian and Aubrey talked about what they are looking to hear from public figures.

(39:30-47:14): Gravity CEO Dan Price polled employees to find out where they wanted to work, only 7 percent said they prefer to work in the office. Thirty-one percent requested a work/home office hybrid solution. And a whopping 62 percent said they would prefer to work only from home. So he let them. Brian and Aubrey discussed the pros and cons of remote working in any organization.

(47:14-54:58): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up the show by talking about dreams and what they mean in your life and how people in different areas dream about different things.

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(00:00-09:59): Brian and Aubrey took a dive into the controversy surrounding NCAA swimming. Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has dominated women's college swimming this season—and has also become a lightning rod for controversy.

(09:59-20:30): What are the positive things Christians are doing in the world? Brian and Aubrey responded to Josh Howerton’s piece for The Gospel Coalition.

(20:30-29:56): Grinds My Gears: Brian has an issue with a contingent of dog owners out there. Plus, Aubrey is taking issue with cell phone etiquette. 

(29:56-39:30): Senator Lindsey Graham asked Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about her religious faith during the Senate Confirmation Hearing. Brian and Aubrey talked about what they are looking to hear from public figures.

(39:30-47:14): Gravity CEO Dan Price polled employees to find out where they wanted to work, only 7 percent said they prefer to work in the office. Thirty-one percent requested a work/home office hybrid solution. And a whopping 62 percent said they would prefer to work only from home. So he let them. Brian and Aubrey discussed the pros and cons of remote working in any organization.

(47:14-54:58): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up the show by talking about dreams and what they mean in your life and how people in different areas dream about different things.

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(00:00-07:00): The overwhelming destruction continues in Ukraine. Brian and Aubrey talked about how the church should respond to terrible times and how good is present even in moments like this.

(07:00-13:27): Let them eat Lentils! Bloomberg posted a piece about how people can deal with inflation and most people agree their solutions are a little tone deaf. How do you know when you’re the right person to speak about an issue?

(13:27-31:47): Brian and Aubrey were joined by Todd Chatman, who talked about the work that SOS International does to rescue women from sex trafficking and slavery. Your gift will allow SOS International rescue a woman or child from what can only be described as hell on earth. You’ll provide safe shelter, medical care, counseling, vocational training….everything these victims need to be free and have the hope of a totally new life. Will you join this life-saving mission now? Call 866-343-4717 or click on the SOS International banner at 1160Hope.com

(31:47-41:41): What are the iconic movie lines that just don’t work in real life? Barrett Johnson with Relevant Magazine had a few ideas. Brain and Aubrey shared their own additions.

(41:41-50:31): Social Media Watercooler: When someone is dealing with the loss of a loved one, is that a good time to work your political opinions into the conversation?

(50:31-59:05): A woman shared the story of how she adapted to her MS diagnosis. How do we deal with life’s biggest surprises?

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(00:00-07:00): The overwhelming destruction continues in Ukraine. Brian and Aubrey talked about how the church should respond to terrible times and how good is present even in moments like this.

(07:00-13:27): Let them eat Lentils! Bloomberg posted a piece about how people can deal with inflation and most people agree their solutions are a little tone deaf. How do you know when you’re the right person to speak about an issue?

(13:27-31:47): Brian and Aubrey were joined by Todd Chatman, who talked about the work that SOS International does to rescue women from sex trafficking and slavery. Your gift will allow SOS International rescue a woman or child from what can only be described as hell on earth. You’ll provide safe shelter, medical care, counseling, vocational training….everything these victims need to be free and have the hope of a totally new life. Will you join this life-saving mission now? Call 866-343-4717 or click on the SOS International banner at 1160Hope.com

(31:47-41:41): What are the iconic movie lines that just don’t work in real life? Barrett Johnson with Relevant Magazine had a few ideas. Brain and Aubrey shared their own additions.

(41:41-50:31): Social Media Watercooler: When someone is dealing with the loss of a loved one, is that a good time to work your political opinions into the conversation?

(50:31-59:05): A woman shared the story of how she adapted to her MS diagnosis. How do we deal with life’s biggest surprises?

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(00:00-9:20): Brian and Aubrey discussed Tish Harrison Warren’s New York Times opinion article, “We’re All Sinners, and Accepting That Is Actually a Good Thing.”

(9:20-20:12): Dr. Holly Catterton Allen, Professor of Family Science and Christian Ministries at Lipscomb University, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “Forming Resilient Children:The Role of Spiritual Formation for Healthy Development.”

You can order Holly’s book on Amazon or at ivpress.com

(20:12-29:54): How can we remain joyful in all circumstances? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and reflected on an encouraging Twitter video from Louie Giglio.

(29:54-39:36): Mary Lowman, Speaker, Founder of The Christian Working Woman, and Host of “The Christian Working Woman” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the ministry of The Christian Working Woman and their upcoming “Unwavering Confidence” Weekend Getaway, from April 22nd to the 24th. 

Learn more about The Christian Working Woman and register for the “Unwavering Confidence” Weekend Getaway at christianworkingwoman.org

(39:36-48:44): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Green Foods. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Guacamole, and Brian’s #1 pick was Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream.

(48:44-57:30): Brian and Aubrey shared some weird and wild news from the internet.

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(00:00-9:20): Brian and Aubrey discussed Tish Harrison Warren’s New York Times opinion article, “We’re All Sinners, and Accepting That Is Actually a Good Thing.”

(9:20-20:12): Dr. Holly Catterton Allen, Professor of Family Science and Christian Ministries at Lipscomb University, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “Forming Resilient Children:The Role of Spiritual Formation for Healthy Development.”

You can order Holly’s book on Amazon or at ivpress.com

(20:12-29:54): How can we remain joyful in all circumstances? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and reflected on an encouraging Twitter video from Louie Giglio.

(29:54-39:36): Mary Lowman, Speaker, Founder of The Christian Working Woman, and Host of “The Christian Working Woman” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the ministry of The Christian Working Woman and their upcoming “Unwavering Confidence” Weekend Getaway, from April 22nd to the 24th. 

Learn more about The Christian Working Woman and register for the “Unwavering Confidence” Weekend Getaway at christianworkingwoman.org

(39:36-48:44): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Green Foods. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Guacamole, and Brian’s #1 pick was Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream.

(48:44-57:30): Brian and Aubrey shared some weird and wild news from the internet.

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(00:00-8:17): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Saint Patrick. 

“10 Facts About St Patrick”

“The Prayer of Saint Patrick”

(8:17-20:50): Steve Carter, Pastor, Speaker, and Author, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his book, “The Thing Beneath the Thing: What's Hidden Inside (and What God Helps Us Do About It).”

Steve will be speaking at the AM 1160 LIFT Event on Tuesday March 29th at Judson University. This is a free event for pastors and ministry leaders. You can learn more and register at 1160hope.com

Learn more about Steve and his book at stevecarter.org and connect with him on Twitter at @steveryancarter

(20:50-29:21): On this episode of The Social Media Water Cooler, Brian and Aubrey talked about songs they love to sing in the car.

(29:21-37:23): Natalie Rodriguez, Executive Director of Hopeful Beginnings of St. Mary’s, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the counseling services they offer to those experiencing grief and loss after a miscarriage. 

Learn more about Hopeful Beginnings at hopefulbeginning.org or call 847-870-8181

And tune in to Hopeful Beginnings Sundays at 12pm (CT) on AM 1160 Hope for Your Life.

(37:23-45:15): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Mark Galli’s blog post, “A Response to the Christianity Today Article.” They also reflected on Timothy Dalrymple’s Christianity Today editorial, “We Fell Short in Protecting Our Employees.”

(45:15-55:39): Christie Anthony, Director of Operations for SOS International, and Hannah Weehunt, Director of Marketing for SOS International, joined Aubrey to share about the ministry impact of SOS International. 

Give online at 1160hope.com or call 866-343-4717

(55:39-1:05:26): Aubrey hosted a St. Patrick’s Day Quiz with Brian and special guest, Kevin Sampson, Aubrey’s husband and the Lead Pastor of Renewal Church in West Chicago. 

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