(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Michael Foust’s ChristianHeadlines.com article, “57 Percent in U.S. Are Searching for More Meaning and Purpose to Life, Poll Shows.”

(8:51-30:37): Scott Sauls, Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee and Author of “A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, cancel culture, and his blog post, “Can Christianity Become Beautiful Again?”

Learn more about Scott at his website: scottsauls.com and connect with him on Twitter at @scottsauls

**This interview originally aired on 04/19/21.**

(30:37-38:23): Brian and Aubrey discussed Ann Voskamp’s blog post, “A Way to Battle Anxiety.”

(38:23-45:20): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Christina Wyman’s Essay for NBC’s THINK newsletter, “Social distancing during Covid means no hugs. My personal space finally feels respected.” 

(45:20-1:03:01): Dr. Andrew Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Executive Director for the Carl F. H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his new book “Liberty for All: Defending Everyone's Religious Freedom in a Pluralistic Age.” 

Learn more about Andrew at his website, andrewtwalker.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/14/21.** 

(1:03:01-1:13:43): Rich and Susan Kollenberg, Co-Founders of Just As I Am Ministries, Coauthors of “Clean: Seven Steps to Freedom,” and Hosts of “Freedom to Choose” heard Sunday mornings at 9am on AM 1160, joined Brian to chat about their ministry, their amazing story of transformation, and their radio show.  

Learn more about Rich and Susan at justasiamministries.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/09/21.**

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(00:00-9:50): On this special episode, we’re partnering with National School Project to raise $20,000 to equip, train and send Christian students to share the gospel on their campuses throughout the Chicagoland area. Brian was joined for the entire show by Mark Hopson, President of National School Project.

National School Project is an evangelical non-profit equipping Christian students to share Jesus with their peers and classmates. Their vision is to see a student-led, church supported campus awakening to the love of Christ at every public school.

Your gift of $46 a month will help equip Chicagoland high school students to share the Gospel at their schools. For more information and to donate visit nationalschoolproject.com/am1160

(9:50-18:24): Brian chatted with Mark about the history of National School Project. They also shared a clip of Sena, a student who witnessed to a Muslim student at her school.  

(18:24-28:42): Brian and Mark talked about how churches can partner with National School Project. They also shared a clip of Pastor Brad Wetherell discussing how National School Project has encouraged the young people at his church.  

(28:42-39:48): Brian and Mark discussed the ways National School Project equips students to share the Gospel through Christian clubs and rallies. They also shared a clip of Mikayla explaining her passion to “share hope in a hopeless world.”

(39:48-50:36): Brian talked with Mark about the importance of sharing the Gospel with Junior High and High School students. They also shared a clip of Ethan and Victoria explaining why they’re so passionate about sharing the Gospel at their school. 

(50:36-58:57): Brian and Mark discussed depression and anxiety rates for teens, and Mark shared how National School Project offers teens the hope of the Gospel. They also shared a clip of  Ruthie, a student who helps lead a Christian club at her school.    

(58:57-1:10:15): Brian and Mark talked about the amazing ways students are sharing the Gospel. Mark shared about Rogelio, a student in Tucson, Arizona who held evangelistic outreach events and gave away hundreds of Bibles. 

(1:10:15-1:19:35): Mark chatted with Brian about the future goals and plans for National School Project. They also discussed the Meant for More Campaign. 

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(00:00-9:50): On this special episode, we’re partnering with National School Project to raise $20,000 to equip, train and send Christian students to share the gospel on their campuses throughout the Chicagoland area. Brian was joined for the entire show by Mark Hopson, President of National School Project.

National School Project is an evangelical non-profit equipping Christian students to share Jesus with their peers and classmates. Their vision is to see a student-led, church supported campus awakening to the love of Christ at every public school.

Your gift of $46 a month will help equip Chicagoland high school students to share the Gospel at their schools. For more information and to donate visit nationalschoolproject.com/am1160

(9:50-18:24): Brian chatted with Mark about the history of National School Project. They also shared a clip of Sena, a student who witnessed to a Muslim student at her school.  

(18:24-28:42): Brian and Mark talked about how churches can partner with National School Project. They also shared a clip of Pastor Brad Wetherell discussing how National School Project has encouraged the young people at his church.  

(28:42-39:48): Brian and Mark discussed the ways National School Project equips students to share the Gospel through Christian clubs and rallies. They also shared a clip of Mikayla explaining her passion to “share hope in a hopeless world.”

(39:48-50:36): Brian talked with Mark about the importance of sharing the Gospel with Junior High and High School students. They also shared a clip of Ethan and Victoria explaining why they’re so passionate about sharing the Gospel at their school. 

(50:36-58:57): Brian and Mark discussed depression and anxiety rates for teens, and Mark shared how National School Project offers teens the hope of the Gospel. They also shared a clip of  Ruthie, a student who helps lead a Christian club at her school.    

(58:57-1:10:15): Brian and Mark talked about the amazing ways students are sharing the Gospel. Mark shared about Rogelio, a student in Tucson, Arizona who held evangelistic outreach events and gave away hundreds of Bibles. 

(1:10:15-1:19:35): Mark chatted with Brian about the future goals and plans for National School Project. They also discussed the Meant for More Campaign. 

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(00:00-9:34): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial. They also discussed Esau McCaulley’s New York Times opinion article, “How I’m Talking to My Kids About the Derek Chauvin Verdict.”

(9:34-27:23): Scott Mehl, a Pastor of Cornerstone Church in West Los Angeles and the Author of “Loving Messy People: The Messy Art of Helping One Another Become More Like Jesus,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book and his Gospel Coalition article, “The Church’s Soul-Care Moment.”

Connect with Scott on Twitter at @PastorScottMehl

(27:23-36:34): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Eugene Peterson’s Christianity Today article from 1981, “The Unbusy Pastor.” 

(36:34-46:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed Brandon Showalter’s Christian Post article, “Sexual abstinence and 'purity culture' are often conflated but aren't the same, Tim Keller explains.”

(46:34-56:32): Brian and Aubrey commented on Sarah Toy’s Wall Street Journal article, “Sleeping Six Hours or Less Linked to Higher Dementia Risk, Study Finds.”

(56:32-1:05:43): Brian and Aubrey chatted about going to the movie theater, the waterpark, and other activities they’re looking forward to this summer.  

(1:05:43-1:15:00): Brian and Aubrey shared some good news stories:

ABC News - “This 12-year-old genius has her sights set on becoming a NASA engineer”

CNN - “A Texas man ran from Disneyland to Disney World. Here's why”

HuffPost - “The Best Things That Happened To Restaurants In The Worst Of COVID Times”

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(00:00-9:34): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial. They also discussed Esau McCaulley’s New York Times opinion article, “How I’m Talking to My Kids About the Derek Chauvin Verdict.”

(9:34-27:23): Scott Mehl, a Pastor of Cornerstone Church in West Los Angeles and the Author of “Loving Messy People: The Messy Art of Helping One Another Become More Like Jesus,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book and his Gospel Coalition article, “The Church’s Soul-Care Moment.”

Connect with Scott on Twitter at @PastorScottMehl

(27:23-36:34): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Eugene Peterson’s Christianity Today article from 1981, “The Unbusy Pastor.” 

(36:34-46:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed Brandon Showalter’s Christian Post article, “Sexual abstinence and 'purity culture' are often conflated but aren't the same, Tim Keller explains.”

(46:34-56:32): Brian and Aubrey commented on Sarah Toy’s Wall Street Journal article, “Sleeping Six Hours or Less Linked to Higher Dementia Risk, Study Finds.”

(56:32-1:05:43): Brian and Aubrey chatted about going to the movie theater, the waterpark, and other activities they’re looking forward to this summer.  

(1:05:43-1:15:00): Brian and Aubrey shared some good news stories:

ABC News - “This 12-year-old genius has her sights set on becoming a NASA engineer”

CNN - “A Texas man ran from Disneyland to Disney World. Here's why”

HuffPost - “The Best Things That Happened To Restaurants In The Worst Of COVID Times”

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(00:00-8:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Hannah Yasharoff’s USA Today article, “George W. Bush thinks it's a 'problem' that people can't understand his friendship with Michelle Obama.”

(8:35-26:15): Ginny Owens, Award-winning  Singer and Songwriter, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her book, “Singing in the Dark: Finding Hope in the Songs of Scripture,” and her upcoming album, “Sing Hope In The Darkness.”

Learn more about Ginny’s book and album at her website, ginnyowens.com

(26:15-36:32): Brian and Aubrey commented on Karen Swallow Prior’s Christianity Today article, “Reading Is Up During the Pandemic. That’s Good for Christians.”    

(36:32-45:08): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on David French’s blog post at The French Press, “The Question That Dictates How Christians Approach Culture and Politics.” 

(45:08-1:02:24): Jay Kim, Lead Pastor of Teaching at WestGate Church, Teaching Pastor at Vintage Faith Church, and Co-Host of the Regeneration Podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “Analog Church: Why We Need Real People, Places, and Things in the Digital Age.” and his Gospel Coalition article, “Should Online ‘Church’ Continue After the Pandemic?”

Learn more about Jay and his book at his website, jaykimthinks.com 

(1:02:24-1:11:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Justin Taylor’s Gospel Coalition blog post, “If You Use Your Phone as an Alarm Clock.”

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(00:00-8:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Hannah Yasharoff’s USA Today article, “George W. Bush thinks it's a 'problem' that people can't understand his friendship with Michelle Obama.”

(8:35-26:15): Ginny Owens, Award-winning  Singer and Songwriter, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her book, “Singing in the Dark: Finding Hope in the Songs of Scripture,” and her upcoming album, “Sing Hope In The Darkness.”

Learn more about Ginny’s book and album at her website, ginnyowens.com

(26:15-36:32): Brian and Aubrey commented on Karen Swallow Prior’s Christianity Today article, “Reading Is Up During the Pandemic. That’s Good for Christians.”    

(36:32-45:08): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on David French’s blog post at The French Press, “The Question That Dictates How Christians Approach Culture and Politics.” 

(45:08-1:02:24): Jay Kim, Lead Pastor of Teaching at WestGate Church, Teaching Pastor at Vintage Faith Church, and Co-Host of the Regeneration Podcast, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “Analog Church: Why We Need Real People, Places, and Things in the Digital Age.” and his Gospel Coalition article, “Should Online ‘Church’ Continue After the Pandemic?”

Learn more about Jay and his book at his website, jaykimthinks.com 

(1:02:24-1:11:35): Brian and Aubrey discussed Justin Taylor’s Gospel Coalition blog post, “If You Use Your Phone as an Alarm Clock.”

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(00:00-10:23): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the following news stories: 

“Prince Harry, Prince William spoke for hours after Prince Philip’s funeral, source claims: ‘It’s early days’”

“NASA’s Mars Helicopter Completes First Flight on Another Planet”

(10:23-32:13):  Scott Sauls Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee and Author of “A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book and his blog post, “Can Christianity Become Beautiful Again?”

Learn more about Scott at his website: scottsauls.com and connect with him on Twitter at @scottsauls

(32:13-36:11): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their TOP FIVE travel spots in the United States. 

(36:11-47:14): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the Derek Chauvin trial and discussed the possible outcomes of the trial. Aubrey spoke about her prayer for justice and Brian shared about his prayer for peace.   

(47:14-55:12): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their recent travels to Arizona and Oklahoma, and Aubrey shared about her upcoming trip for her sister’s wedding. 

(55:12-1:04:41): Brian and Aubrey talked with listeners about their travel plans and whether they’re excited or concerned about traveling during the pandemic. They also chatted about Aubrey’s new book, “Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything.” 

(1:04:41-1:13:36): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the Sports Spectrum Twitter video of Stewart Cink sharing about his faith and finding peace and joy through Jesus.    

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(00:00-10:23): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the following news stories: 

“Prince Harry, Prince William spoke for hours after Prince Philip’s funeral, source claims: ‘It’s early days’”

“NASA’s Mars Helicopter Completes First Flight on Another Planet”

(10:23-32:13):  Scott Sauls Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee and Author of “A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book and his blog post, “Can Christianity Become Beautiful Again?”

Learn more about Scott at his website: scottsauls.com and connect with him on Twitter at @scottsauls

(32:13-36:11): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their TOP FIVE travel spots in the United States. 

(36:11-47:14): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the Derek Chauvin trial and discussed the possible outcomes of the trial. Aubrey spoke about her prayer for justice and Brian shared about his prayer for peace.   

(47:14-55:12): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their recent travels to Arizona and Oklahoma, and Aubrey shared about her upcoming trip for her sister’s wedding. 

(55:12-1:04:41): Brian and Aubrey talked with listeners about their travel plans and whether they’re excited or concerned about traveling during the pandemic. They also chatted about Aubrey’s new book, “Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything.” 

(1:04:41-1:13:36): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the Sports Spectrum Twitter video of Stewart Cink sharing about his faith and finding peace and joy through Jesus.    

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(00:00-8:40): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Jen Guadarrama and Ryan W. Miller’s USA Today article, “Indianapolis police say FedEx gunman shot at random before dying by suicide; 8 victims, suspect yet to be identified.” They also discussed David K. Li’s NBC News article, “Video of fatal Chicago police shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo released.” 

(8:40-18:43): Randy Barnett, Professor of Constitutional Law and Director of the Georgetown Center for the Constitution at Georgetown University, Author of “Our Republican Constitution: Securing the Liberty and Sovereignty of We the People,” and Coauthor of “An Introduction to Constitutional Law: 100 Supreme Court Cases Everyone Should Know,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his books and the Democratic bill to expand the Supreme Court from 9 to 13 justices. 

Learn more about Randy and his books at his website, randybarnett.com

(18:43-27:27): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Aubrey’s book, “The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament,” and they shared their thoughts on John Beeson’s Gospel Coalition article, “Don’t Be That Bildad Guy.”

(27:27-35:17): Brian and Aubrey discussed Ann Voskamp’s blog post, “A Way to Battle Anxiety.”

(35:17-45:16): Brian and Aubrey unpacked Timothy Dalrymple’s Christianity Today Editorial, “The Splintering of the Evangelical Soul.” 

(45:16-54:14):Benjamin Vrbicek, Lead Teaching Pastor at Community Evangelical Free Church, Managing Editor for Gospel-Centered Discipleship, and Coauthor of “Blogging for God’s Glory in a Clickbait World,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his blog post, “Dear Twitter, I’m Leaving You for My Wife.”

Learn more about Benjamin and his books at his blog, fanandflame.com  

(54:14-1:03:43): Brian and Aubrey played a round of “Am I a Jerk or Am I Justified?” They discussed polite ways to comment on someone’s wedding dress and whether Brian is a jerk for ALWAYS heating up his dinner in the microwave.  

(1:03:43-1:13:00): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement from God’s Word. Aubrey spoke about Ephesians 1 verses 15-18 and Brian talked about Hebrews 13 verse 8.    

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