(00:00-10:32): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles:

“'Miles of parked cars': Closure of I-95 ends after nearly 30 hours of driver despair”

“Betty White's agent says her death 'should not be politicized' after false vaccine claims”

“More Americans Say Violence Against Government Can Be Justified”

(10:32-29:04): David French, Senior Editor at The Dispatch, Co-host of the Good Faith Podcast, Columnist for Time Magazine, and Author of, “Divided We Fall,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about COVID-19, the one year anniversary of the Capitol riot, and some of his blog posts at The French Press.

"The Wounds Politics Cannot Heal"

“The Places Where Truth Goes To Die”

Learn more about David at thedispatch.com and at his blog, The French Press and connect with him on Twitter at @DavidAFrench

(29:04-39:30): Sarah Deberry, author, traumatic brain injury survivor, and faith advocate, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “My Second Chance At Life.” 

Check out Sarah’s book on Amazon and connect with her on Facebook

(39:30-48:53): After a betrayal, how do we determine when relationship restoration is possible and when it’s time to move on? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and reacted to Lysa TerKeurst’s divorce announcement.

(48:53-58:33): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Brian Thorstad’s Churchleaders.com article, “6 Characteristics of the Pastor Who Deserves to Be Followed.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-10:32): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles:

“'Miles of parked cars': Closure of I-95 ends after nearly 30 hours of driver despair”

“Betty White's agent says her death 'should not be politicized' after false vaccine claims”

“More Americans Say Violence Against Government Can Be Justified”

(10:32-29:04): David French, Senior Editor at The Dispatch, Co-host of the Good Faith Podcast, Columnist for Time Magazine, and Author of, “Divided We Fall,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about COVID-19, the one year anniversary of the Capitol riot, and some of his blog posts at The French Press.

"The Wounds Politics Cannot Heal"

“The Places Where Truth Goes To Die”

Learn more about David at thedispatch.com and at his blog, The French Press and connect with him on Twitter at @DavidAFrench

(29:04-39:30): Sarah Deberry, author, traumatic brain injury survivor, and faith advocate, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “My Second Chance At Life.” 

Check out Sarah’s book on Amazon and connect with her on Facebook

(39:30-48:53): After a betrayal, how do we determine when relationship restoration is possible and when it’s time to move on? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and reacted to Lysa TerKeurst’s divorce announcement.

(48:53-58:33): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Brian Thorstad’s Churchleaders.com article, “6 Characteristics of the Pastor Who Deserves to Be Followed.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-8:15): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories:

“U.S. rings in New Year with Covid surge, scaled back celebrations and travel woes”

“Illinois enters 2022 with record-high COVID cases, full hospitals, evolving risks and some hope”

(8:15-16:43): Kevin Grillot, Executive Director of weDignify, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the March for Life Chicago on Saturday January 8th. 

Learn more about the March for Life Chicago at marchforlifechicago.org

Learn more about weDignify at wedignify.org

(16:43-25:17): Brian and Aubrey discussed Colleen Kane’s Chicago Tribune article, “Chicago sports communities — from the Bears to the Cubs’ Jed Hoyer — and NFL figures help raise more than $1 million for the son of late ESPN reporter Jeff Dickerson.” 

(25:17-32:32): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Betty White.

“Betty White's legacy goes far beyond the screen”

“Betty White on why she wasn’t afraid of dying”

(32:32-40:11): What are your prayers for the new year? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and unpacked Dennae Pierre’s Christianity Today article, “Ten Prayers for the New Year.”

(40:11-48:26): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Desmond Tutu.  

“Desmond Tutu, Archbishop and Apartheid Foe, Dies at 90”

(48:26-57:34): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement from “Tony Evans' New Year's Message for 2022.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-8:15): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories:

“U.S. rings in New Year with Covid surge, scaled back celebrations and travel woes”

“Illinois enters 2022 with record-high COVID cases, full hospitals, evolving risks and some hope”

(8:15-16:43): Kevin Grillot, Executive Director of weDignify, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the March for Life Chicago on Saturday January 8th. 

Learn more about the March for Life Chicago at marchforlifechicago.org

Learn more about weDignify at wedignify.org

(16:43-25:17): Brian and Aubrey discussed Colleen Kane’s Chicago Tribune article, “Chicago sports communities — from the Bears to the Cubs’ Jed Hoyer — and NFL figures help raise more than $1 million for the son of late ESPN reporter Jeff Dickerson.” 

(25:17-32:32): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Betty White.

“Betty White's legacy goes far beyond the screen”

“Betty White on why she wasn’t afraid of dying”

(32:32-40:11): What are your prayers for the new year? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and unpacked Dennae Pierre’s Christianity Today article, “Ten Prayers for the New Year.”

(40:11-48:26): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Desmond Tutu.  

“Desmond Tutu, Archbishop and Apartheid Foe, Dies at 90”

(48:26-57:34): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement from “Tony Evans' New Year's Message for 2022.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:39): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Matt Chandler’s Gospel Coalition article, “Look Forward to a Better Christmas.”

(9:39-18:21): Rev. Canon George Sinclair, Rector of Church of the Messiah and Principal of Ryle Seminary, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his Gospel Coalition article, “Reading the Christmas Story to Children.” 

Learn more about George at messiahchurch.ca

(18:21-27:50): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the CBS Sunday Morning story, “Art by the incarcerated.”

(27:50-37:09): Brian and Aubrey talked about the message they need to hear this Christmas. 

(37:09-45:48): Brian and Aubrey discussed Derek C. Schuurman’s Christian Scholar’s Review article, “The Heart of Christmas.”

(45:48-54:35): Aubrey hosted a Christmas Quiz with Brian and special guest, Kevin Sampson, Aubrey’s husband and the Lead Pastor of Renewal Church in West Chicago. 

(54:35-1:02:43): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Sights and Sounds of Christmas.

(1:02:43-1:11:13): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Isaiah Chapter 9 verses 6 & 7.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:39): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Matt Chandler’s Gospel Coalition article, “Look Forward to a Better Christmas.”

(9:39-18:21): Rev. Canon George Sinclair, Rector of Church of the Messiah and Principal of Ryle Seminary, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his Gospel Coalition article, “Reading the Christmas Story to Children.” 

Learn more about George at messiahchurch.ca

(18:21-27:50): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the CBS Sunday Morning story, “Art by the incarcerated.”

(27:50-37:09): Brian and Aubrey talked about the message they need to hear this Christmas. 

(37:09-45:48): Brian and Aubrey discussed Derek C. Schuurman’s Christian Scholar’s Review article, “The Heart of Christmas.”

(45:48-54:35): Aubrey hosted a Christmas Quiz with Brian and special guest, Kevin Sampson, Aubrey’s husband and the Lead Pastor of Renewal Church in West Chicago. 

(54:35-1:02:43): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Sights and Sounds of Christmas.

(1:02:43-1:11:13): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Isaiah Chapter 9 verses 6 & 7.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:03): What is a “revangelical?” Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Ian Harber’s Gospel Coalition article, “‘Progressive’ Christianity: Even Shallower Than the Evangelical Faith I Left.” 

(9:03-19:31): Dr. Marina Hofman, Professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “Women in the Bible Small Group Bible Study,” and the significance of Mary.  

Learn more about Marina and her book at womeninthebible.info and connect with her on Instagram at @marinahofman

(19:31-31:57): Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, President and Founder of the Christian Thinkers Society and the Host of “The Jeremiah Johnston Show” Podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Unleashing Peace: Experiencing God's Shalom in Your Pursuit of Happiness.”

Learn more about Jeremiah and his books at christianthinkers.com and connect with him on Twitter at @_jeremiahj

(31:57-40:06): Brian and Aubrey reflected on an encouraging Twitter video from Dr. Derwin Gray, “The cross of Christ doesn't just forgive our sins, it transforms every aspect of our lives.”

(40:06-48:08): How does God share the Gospel through surprising sources? Brian and Aubrey reflected on this and talked about the CBS Sunday Morning piece, “"Christmas Time Is Here," a classic holiday song.”

(48:08-57:24): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Emily Brown’s Relevant Magazine article, “The Best Christmas Movies (And Where to Watch Them).” 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:03): What is a “revangelical?” Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Ian Harber’s Gospel Coalition article, “‘Progressive’ Christianity: Even Shallower Than the Evangelical Faith I Left.” 

(9:03-19:31): Dr. Marina Hofman, Professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “Women in the Bible Small Group Bible Study,” and the significance of Mary.  

Learn more about Marina and her book at womeninthebible.info and connect with her on Instagram at @marinahofman

(19:31-31:57): Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, President and Founder of the Christian Thinkers Society and the Host of “The Jeremiah Johnston Show” Podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Unleashing Peace: Experiencing God's Shalom in Your Pursuit of Happiness.”

Learn more about Jeremiah and his books at christianthinkers.com and connect with him on Twitter at @_jeremiahj

(31:57-40:06): Brian and Aubrey reflected on an encouraging Twitter video from Dr. Derwin Gray, “The cross of Christ doesn't just forgive our sins, it transforms every aspect of our lives.”

(40:06-48:08): How does God share the Gospel through surprising sources? Brian and Aubrey reflected on this and talked about the CBS Sunday Morning piece, “"Christmas Time Is Here," a classic holiday song.”

(48:08-57:24): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Emily Brown’s Relevant Magazine article, “The Best Christmas Movies (And Where to Watch Them).” 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-7:49): Brian and Aubrey discussed the Christianity Today article, “Free at Last: All 17 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti Have Been Released.”

(7:49-25:03): Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Professor of Communication at Biola University, Codirector of The Winsome Conviction Project; and speaker and research consultant for the Center for Marriage and Relationships,  joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Eyes to See: Recognizing God's Common Grace in an Unsettled World.”

Learn more about Tim and his books at timmuehlhoff.com and connect with him on Twitter at @DrMuehlhoff

And learn more about the Winsome Conviction Project at winsomeconviction.com

(25:03-33:17): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Pastor Louie Giglio’s message, “Jesus is Coming Soon.” 

(33:17-42:17): Brian and Aubrey unpacked Ann Swindell’s Relevant Magazine article, “Five Ways to Stay Close to God During the Busy Holiday Season.” 

(42:17-52:30): Brian and Aubrey reflected on The Next Right Thing podcast episode, “3 Steps to Restart Your Life-Giving Rhythms.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-7:49): Brian and Aubrey discussed the Christianity Today article, “Free at Last: All 17 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti Have Been Released.”

(7:49-25:03): Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Professor of Communication at Biola University, Codirector of The Winsome Conviction Project; and speaker and research consultant for the Center for Marriage and Relationships,  joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Eyes to See: Recognizing God's Common Grace in an Unsettled World.”

Learn more about Tim and his books at timmuehlhoff.com and connect with him on Twitter at @DrMuehlhoff

And learn more about the Winsome Conviction Project at winsomeconviction.com

(25:03-33:17): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Pastor Louie Giglio’s message, “Jesus is Coming Soon.” 

(33:17-42:17): Brian and Aubrey unpacked Ann Swindell’s Relevant Magazine article, “Five Ways to Stay Close to God During the Busy Holiday Season.” 

(42:17-52:30): Brian and Aubrey reflected on The Next Right Thing podcast episode, “3 Steps to Restart Your Life-Giving Rhythms.”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.