(00:00-8:08): Brian and Aubrey discussed Erik Weir’s Fox News opinion article, “Volunteering during holidays can change a life – maybe yours.” 

(8:08-25:50): Dr. Felicia Wu Song, Cultural Sociologist and Professor of Sociology at Westmont College, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence, and Place in the Digital Age.”

Learn more about Felicia and her books at feliciawusong.com

(25:50-35:20): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following articles: 

“9 Things You Should Know About Christmas Carols”

“Top 15 Christmas Songs for Churches”

(35:20-44:11): How can we deal with dysfunctional relationships during the holidays? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and unpacked the Relevant Magazine article, “How Do I Deal With My Dysfunctional Family During the Holidays?” 

(44:11-52:50): Brian and Aubrey discussed an encouraging message from Dr. Tony Evans, “Don't Miss Christ this Christmas.”

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(00:00-8:08): Brian and Aubrey discussed Erik Weir’s Fox News opinion article, “Volunteering during holidays can change a life – maybe yours.” 

(8:08-25:50): Dr. Felicia Wu Song, Cultural Sociologist and Professor of Sociology at Westmont College, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence, and Place in the Digital Age.”

Learn more about Felicia and her books at feliciawusong.com

(25:50-35:20): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following articles: 

“9 Things You Should Know About Christmas Carols”

“Top 15 Christmas Songs for Churches”

(35:20-44:11): How can we deal with dysfunctional relationships during the holidays? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and unpacked the Relevant Magazine article, “How Do I Deal With My Dysfunctional Family During the Holidays?” 

(44:11-52:50): Brian and Aubrey discussed an encouraging message from Dr. Tony Evans, “Don't Miss Christ this Christmas.”

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(00:00-9:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed the dangers of enmeshing our faith with politics.

(9:34-19:46): Phil Shappard, Author and former National Operations Manager for Moody Radio, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his book, “Approaching the Almighty: 100 Prayers of A. W. Tozer.”

Check out Phil’s blog at tozertalks.com, send him an email at [email protected], and connect with him on Facebook at @tozertalks

(19:46-26:26): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Dale Chamberlain’s Churchleaders.com article, “Is Virtual Church Really Church? Christian Leaders Have Strong Opinions.”   

(26:26-29:44): Brian told some Christmas themed Dad Jokes.

(29:44-39:16): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Immanuel Marsh’s Gospel Coalition article, “Has Materialism Distracted Your Heart?”  

(39:16-44:53): Brian and Aubrey talked about the importance of cherishing loved ones and they discussed Katie Kindelan’s Good Morning America story, “Mom reunited with daughters, newborn for Christmas after 100 days hospitalized with COVID-19.”

(44:53-55:09): What can we learn from Mary about healthy doubt? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and shared their thoughts on an Advent Meditation from Tim Keller, “Advent Meditation Week 4: The Fruit of Submission.” 

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(00:00-9:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed the dangers of enmeshing our faith with politics.

(9:34-19:46): Phil Shappard, Author and former National Operations Manager for Moody Radio, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his book, “Approaching the Almighty: 100 Prayers of A. W. Tozer.”

Check out Phil’s blog at tozertalks.com, send him an email at [email protected], and connect with him on Facebook at @tozertalks

(19:46-26:26): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Dale Chamberlain’s Churchleaders.com article, “Is Virtual Church Really Church? Christian Leaders Have Strong Opinions.”   

(26:26-29:44): Brian told some Christmas themed Dad Jokes.

(29:44-39:16): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Immanuel Marsh’s Gospel Coalition article, “Has Materialism Distracted Your Heart?”  

(39:16-44:53): Brian and Aubrey talked about the importance of cherishing loved ones and they discussed Katie Kindelan’s Good Morning America story, “Mom reunited with daughters, newborn for Christmas after 100 days hospitalized with COVID-19.”

(44:53-55:09): What can we learn from Mary about healthy doubt? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and shared their thoughts on an Advent Meditation from Tim Keller, “Advent Meditation Week 4: The Fruit of Submission.” 

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(00:00-8:10): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Michael Foust’s Christian Headlines article, “Tim Keller: God Is 'Endlessly Comforting' amidst Cancer Battle: 'Suffering Awakens Us.'”

(8:10-16:47): Brian and Aubrey commented on a tweet from Rich Villodas, “John the Baptist is one of my fav ppl in scripture. He knew who he wasn't (I am not the Messiah) & he knew who he was (I am a voice in the wilderness). Every day I need to get clear in my soul who I am & who I am not. Otherwise I find myself living a life God never called me to”

(16:47-26:00): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Christmas Movies. Aubrey and Brian’s #1 pick was Elf.

(27:24-46:33): Suzanne Stabile, internationally recognized Enneagram master teacher, author of “The Path Between Us,” and host of The Enneagram Journey podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “The Journey Toward Wholeness: Enneagram Wisdom for Stress, Balance, and Transformation.” 

Learn more about Suzanne and her books at suzannestabile.com and at lifeinthetrinityministry.com and connect with her on Twitter at @SuzanneStabile

(46:33-53:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Joy Clarkson’s Christianity Today article, “Yes, Mary Knew.”

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(00:00-8:10): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Michael Foust’s Christian Headlines article, “Tim Keller: God Is 'Endlessly Comforting' amidst Cancer Battle: 'Suffering Awakens Us.'”

(8:10-16:47): Brian and Aubrey commented on a tweet from Rich Villodas, “John the Baptist is one of my fav ppl in scripture. He knew who he wasn't (I am not the Messiah) & he knew who he was (I am a voice in the wilderness). Every day I need to get clear in my soul who I am & who I am not. Otherwise I find myself living a life God never called me to”

(16:47-26:00): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Christmas Movies. Aubrey and Brian’s #1 pick was Elf.

(27:24-46:33): Suzanne Stabile, internationally recognized Enneagram master teacher, author of “The Path Between Us,” and host of The Enneagram Journey podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “The Journey Toward Wholeness: Enneagram Wisdom for Stress, Balance, and Transformation.” 

Learn more about Suzanne and her books at suzannestabile.com and at lifeinthetrinityministry.com and connect with her on Twitter at @SuzanneStabile

(46:33-53:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Joy Clarkson’s Christianity Today article, “Yes, Mary Knew.”

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(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey discussed Jessica Lea’s Churchleaders.com article, “‘We Fear for His Soul’—More Duggar Family Members React to Guilty Verdict.” 

(8:51-27:57): Ace Collins, Bestselling Christy Award-winning author, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his books, “Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas” and “Stories behind the Great Traditions of Christmas.”

Learn more about Ace and his books at acecollins.com and connect with him on Twitter at @AceCollins

(27:57-38:24): Sarah Zylstra, Senior Writer & Faith-and-Work Editor for The Gospel Coalition and Coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her article, “Farming Flowers to the Glory of God” and to share an update on her article, “The Hard Blessing of Conjoined Twins.”

Learn more about Sarah and her articles at thegospelcoalition.org and connect with her on Twitter at @sarahezylstra

(38:24-47:32): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Bailey Brewer’s Relevant Magazine article, “How to Weather a Crisis of Faith.”

(47:32-55:55): Brian and Aubrey chatted about special Christmas traditions for their families, and they discussed the history.com article, “Christmas Traditions Worldwide.” 

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(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey discussed Jessica Lea’s Churchleaders.com article, “‘We Fear for His Soul’—More Duggar Family Members React to Guilty Verdict.” 

(8:51-27:57): Ace Collins, Bestselling Christy Award-winning author, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his books, “Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas” and “Stories behind the Great Traditions of Christmas.”

Learn more about Ace and his books at acecollins.com and connect with him on Twitter at @AceCollins

(27:57-38:24): Sarah Zylstra, Senior Writer & Faith-and-Work Editor for The Gospel Coalition and Coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her article, “Farming Flowers to the Glory of God” and to share an update on her article, “The Hard Blessing of Conjoined Twins.”

Learn more about Sarah and her articles at thegospelcoalition.org and connect with her on Twitter at @sarahezylstra

(38:24-47:32): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Bailey Brewer’s Relevant Magazine article, “How to Weather a Crisis of Faith.”

(47:32-55:55): Brian and Aubrey chatted about special Christmas traditions for their families, and they discussed the history.com article, “Christmas Traditions Worldwide.” 

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(00:00-8:04): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles: 

“Poll: America growing more secular by the year”

“The weird spiral of declining Christianity in America”

“About Three-in-Ten U.S. Adults Are Now Religiously Unaffiliated”

(8:04-24:21): Dr. Bill Gaultiere and Dr. Kristi Gaultiere, Co-founders of Soul Shepherding and Co-hosts of the podcast “Soul Talks with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about their book, “Journey of the Soul: A Practical Guide to Emotional and Spiritual Growth.” 

Learn more about Bill & Kristi and their book at journeyofthesoul.org, learn more about Soul Shepherding at soulshepherding.org and connect with them on Twitter at @SoulShepherding

(24:21-32:31): Brian and Aubrey reflected on how far we’ve come with medical advancements during the pandemic. They also discussed the USA Today video, “COVID-19 vaccine: A reflection on the first shot in the U.S.”

(32:31-41:47): How do Christians embrace the goodness of diversity without caving to the winds of cultural change? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and shared their thoughts on Arthur Satterwhite’s Churchleaders.com article, “Why Christians Should Care About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.” 

(41:47-49:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed Emily Brown’s Relevant Magazine article, “13 Unforgettably Stupid Gift Ideas for Your White Elephant Party.”

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(00:00-8:04): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles: 

“Poll: America growing more secular by the year”

“The weird spiral of declining Christianity in America”

“About Three-in-Ten U.S. Adults Are Now Religiously Unaffiliated”

(8:04-24:21): Dr. Bill Gaultiere and Dr. Kristi Gaultiere, Co-founders of Soul Shepherding and Co-hosts of the podcast “Soul Talks with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about their book, “Journey of the Soul: A Practical Guide to Emotional and Spiritual Growth.” 

Learn more about Bill & Kristi and their book at journeyofthesoul.org, learn more about Soul Shepherding at soulshepherding.org and connect with them on Twitter at @SoulShepherding

(24:21-32:31): Brian and Aubrey reflected on how far we’ve come with medical advancements during the pandemic. They also discussed the USA Today video, “COVID-19 vaccine: A reflection on the first shot in the U.S.”

(32:31-41:47): How do Christians embrace the goodness of diversity without caving to the winds of cultural change? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and shared their thoughts on Arthur Satterwhite’s Churchleaders.com article, “Why Christians Should Care About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.” 

(41:47-49:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed Emily Brown’s Relevant Magazine article, “13 Unforgettably Stupid Gift Ideas for Your White Elephant Party.”

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