(00:00-09:54): U.S. executes Lisa Montgomery, first woman put to death in federal system since 1953. Brian and Ian discussed the debate in the church over the death penalty.

(09:54-19-19): Can you separate the good someone does in their lives from their sins? John Stonestreet has written about Ravi Zacharias for The Christian Post.

(19:19-28:37): According to a new survey, pastors seem more reluctant to address issues of race in their congregations today than four years ago. Brian and Ian shared their own experiences as pastors. 

(28:37-38:07): Daniel Bennett says that we need to get better at losing. He said this even before the events on Capitol Hill. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(38:07-47:54): Open Door has released their yearly list of the top 50 countries where Christians are the most persecuted for following Jesus. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(47:54-57:49): How can you tell if you’re serving an idol? Brain and Ian did a deep dive into some comments from Tony Evans.

(57:49-1:07:16): Is it time to bring back the front port? In the age of social distancing it could be a good middle ground to connect with people in their community.

(1:07:16-1:16:40): Mr. T has ascended to a whole other level of spiritual maturity than the rest of us. Brian and Ian explain.

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(00:00-09:54): U.S. executes Lisa Montgomery, first woman put to death in federal system since 1953. Brian and Ian discussed the debate in the church over the death penalty.

(09:54-19-19): Can you separate the good someone does in their lives from their sins? John Stonestreet has written about Ravi Zacharias for The Christian Post.

(19:19-28:37): According to a new survey, pastors seem more reluctant to address issues of race in their congregations today than four years ago. Brian and Ian shared their own experiences as pastors. 

(28:37-38:07): Daniel Bennett says that we need to get better at losing. He said this even before the events on Capitol Hill. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(38:07-47:54): Open Door has released their yearly list of the top 50 countries where Christians are the most persecuted for following Jesus. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(47:54-57:49): How can you tell if you’re serving an idol? Brain and Ian did a deep dive into some comments from Tony Evans.

(57:49-1:07:16): Is it time to bring back the front port? In the age of social distancing it could be a good middle ground to connect with people in their community.

(1:07:16-1:16:40): Mr. T has ascended to a whole other level of spiritual maturity than the rest of us. Brian and Ian explain.

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(00:00-09:39): HEADLINES: The House is debating impeaching President Donald Trump for a second time, Pastor Walks Back Claims of Antifa Involvement in Capitol Riot, Jeremiah Johnson gets threats after Trump prophecy apology

(09:39-28:13): Ebony Small is the vice president of multiplication at PULSE.  She joined Brian and Ian to talk about her new book “The Leader In You” and shared practical and biblical wisdom to offer whether you are just starting or are looking for a fresh start in your life and leadership.

(28:13-37:31): Dr Laurie Santos teaches a course on happiness at Yale. She shared some tips on how to make the most of your resolutions this year.

(37:31-47:07): Actress Patricia Heaton shared some  advice for ‘common sense’ Christians who feel they don’t belong amid the political chaos.Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(47:07-57:01): 230 Wheaton College staff and faculty have released a statement condemning the attack at the U.S. Capitol. Wheaton College graduate Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(57:01-1:06:17): Jim Denison shared some inspirational lessons we can learn from a very determined rock climber.

(1:06:17-1:16:09): Trevin Wax with The Gospel Coalition shared some great evergreen advice: You Don’t Have to Have a Well-Formed Opinion on Everything

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(00:00-09:39): HEADLINES: The House is debating impeaching President Donald Trump for a second time, Pastor Walks Back Claims of Antifa Involvement in Capitol Riot, Jeremiah Johnson gets threats after Trump prophecy apology

(09:39-28:13): Ebony Small is the vice president of multiplication at PULSE.  She joined Brian and Ian to talk about her new book “The Leader In You” and shared practical and biblical wisdom to offer whether you are just starting or are looking for a fresh start in your life and leadership.

(28:13-37:31): Dr Laurie Santos teaches a course on happiness at Yale. She shared some tips on how to make the most of your resolutions this year.

(37:31-47:07): Actress Patricia Heaton shared some  advice for ‘common sense’ Christians who feel they don’t belong amid the political chaos.Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(47:07-57:01): 230 Wheaton College staff and faculty have released a statement condemning the attack at the U.S. Capitol. Wheaton College graduate Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(57:01-1:06:17): Jim Denison shared some inspirational lessons we can learn from a very determined rock climber.

(1:06:17-1:16:09): Trevin Wax with The Gospel Coalition shared some great evergreen advice: You Don’t Have to Have a Well-Formed Opinion on Everything

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(00:00-10:05): HEADLINES Russell Moore has been weighing in on the attack on the US Capitol. Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(10:05-19:25): Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger says "I believe there’s a huge burden now on pastors and clergy who openly spread the conspiracies of a stolen election, like Robert Jeffress and Franklin Graham  among many others, to admit their mistakes and lead their flocks out of darkness to truth." Brain and Ian talked about the responsibilities church leaders have in times like this.

(19:25-27:44): Sam Rainer believes the things churches celebrate have a big impact on their identity. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(27:44-38:22): The hunt for self-esteem is everywhere. Advice on how to achieve it can be found in parenting articles, business coaching, and the self-help section of every bookstore. Brain and Ian talked about the potential dangers of measuring yourself against others.

(38:22-47:39): Tish Harrison Warren wrote about the timing of the Capitol Hill riot coming at the same time as the Feast of the Epiphany.

(47:39-1:06:26): Tim Muehlhoff is a professor of communication at Biola University in La Mirada, California. He joined Brian and Ian to talk about his book Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing Without Dividing the Church.

(1:06:26-1:15:50): Andy Stanley believes one question can help you reset your life in the new year. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

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(00:00-10:05): HEADLINES Russell Moore has been weighing in on the attack on the US Capitol. Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(10:05-19:25): Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger says "I believe there’s a huge burden now on pastors and clergy who openly spread the conspiracies of a stolen election, like Robert Jeffress and Franklin Graham  among many others, to admit their mistakes and lead their flocks out of darkness to truth." Brain and Ian talked about the responsibilities church leaders have in times like this.

(19:25-27:44): Sam Rainer believes the things churches celebrate have a big impact on their identity. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

(27:44-38:22): The hunt for self-esteem is everywhere. Advice on how to achieve it can be found in parenting articles, business coaching, and the self-help section of every bookstore. Brain and Ian talked about the potential dangers of measuring yourself against others.

(38:22-47:39): Tish Harrison Warren wrote about the timing of the Capitol Hill riot coming at the same time as the Feast of the Epiphany.

(47:39-1:06:26): Tim Muehlhoff is a professor of communication at Biola University in La Mirada, California. He joined Brian and Ian to talk about his book Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing Without Dividing the Church.

(1:06:26-1:15:50): Andy Stanley believes one question can help you reset your life in the new year. Brain and Ian shared their reaction.

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(00:00-08:40): HEADLINES: House Democrats to consider impeachment, 25th Amendment measures, The day the internet turned on Trump, Parler to be down 'for a while' without AWS, executives say: 'We are clearly being singled out'

(08:40-18:30): What do you do when you run into conspiracy theories? They seem to be everywhere these days. Russell Moore and Justin Giboney called on faith leaders to combat the conspiracy theories that they say contributed to the mob violence at the Capitol. Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(18:30-28:06): A National Association of Evangelicals survey from November found that evangelical leaders stressed that unity is the most pressing need in the church in 2021.

(28:06-36:49): Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shared the 7 types of rest that every person needs. Brain and Ian shared their thoughts on what that means for the Church.

(46:54-56:42): David French says that “Only the Church Can Truly Defeat a Christian Insurrection.” Brian and Ian shared their reaction. 

(46:54-1:07:29): Jim Denison is the founder of Denison Forum. He also serves as Resident Scholar for Ethics with Baylor Scott & White Health. He joined Brian and Ian to share his reaction to the riots on Capitol Hill last week.

(1:07:29-1:18:15): The last episode of Jeopardy! with Alex Trebek aired on Friday. Brain and Ian shared what turned out to be Trebek’s final message.

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(00:00-08:40): HEADLINES: House Democrats to consider impeachment, 25th Amendment measures, The day the internet turned on Trump, Parler to be down 'for a while' without AWS, executives say: 'We are clearly being singled out'

(08:40-18:30): What do you do when you run into conspiracy theories? They seem to be everywhere these days. Russell Moore and Justin Giboney called on faith leaders to combat the conspiracy theories that they say contributed to the mob violence at the Capitol. Brian and Ian shared their reaction.

(18:30-28:06): A National Association of Evangelicals survey from November found that evangelical leaders stressed that unity is the most pressing need in the church in 2021.

(28:06-36:49): Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shared the 7 types of rest that every person needs. Brain and Ian shared their thoughts on what that means for the Church.

(46:54-56:42): David French says that “Only the Church Can Truly Defeat a Christian Insurrection.” Brian and Ian shared their reaction. 

(46:54-1:07:29): Jim Denison is the founder of Denison Forum. He also serves as Resident Scholar for Ethics with Baylor Scott & White Health. He joined Brian and Ian to share his reaction to the riots on Capitol Hill last week.

(1:07:29-1:18:15): The last episode of Jeopardy! with Alex Trebek aired on Friday. Brain and Ian shared what turned out to be Trebek’s final message.

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(00:00-08:40): HEADLINES: Number of Abortion Clinics in the U.S. Has Declined by 35 Percent Since 2009, Pro-Life Group Finds. First Christian arrested under ‘anti-conversion’ law in India's Uttar Pradesh while providing aid to poor. Christian crowdfunding site raises more than $100K for Proud Boys leader after arrest. As Bitcoin Smashes Through $40,000, Data Reveals What’s Behind The Huge 2021 Bitcoin Price Boom. Bride Marries Wedding Guest After Her Groom Runs Away.

(08:40-28:06): We were joined by Ed Stetzer. He is a professor and dean at Wheaton College who also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. He weighed in on the current political climate after the events in DC on Wednesday. He wrote a few pieces on the topic including “More Than the Capitol Has Been Breeched”. 

(28:06-36:49): Tyler Hucakbee writes “Under God: The Rise of Christian Nationalism” in Relevant. Brian and Ian discuss responses from the church to the events in DC on Wednesday. 

(36:49-46:54): Carey Nieuwhof writes “Why Your Words as a Leader Matter (Far More Than You Think)”. No matter how many or how few followers you have as a leader, your words matter. A lot.

(46:54-56:42): We were joined by the Senior News Editor of Christianity Today, Kate Shellnutt. She wrote “Christian Leaders Pray for Peace and Safety Amid Capitol Mob”, and briefly spoke on Russell Moore’s remark “Trump: Time to leave. ‘People are dead’”. 

(56:42-1:07:29):  GOOD NEWS! Brian and Ian discuss some good news from the Good News Network. This website is an optimist’s mecca for positivity and uplifting stories. 

(1:07:29-1:18:15): Welp...that’s all she wrote. Today we say goodbye to our producer John. He joined us on his 25th birthday and has been with us ever since. As this is his last show, he joined us for a chat.

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(00:00-08:40): HEADLINES: Number of Abortion Clinics in the U.S. Has Declined by 35 Percent Since 2009, Pro-Life Group Finds. First Christian arrested under ‘anti-conversion’ law in India's Uttar Pradesh while providing aid to poor. Christian crowdfunding site raises more than $100K for Proud Boys leader after arrest. As Bitcoin Smashes Through $40,000, Data Reveals What’s Behind The Huge 2021 Bitcoin Price Boom. Bride Marries Wedding Guest After Her Groom Runs Away.

(08:40-28:06): We were joined by Ed Stetzer. He is a professor and dean at Wheaton College who also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. He weighed in on the current political climate after the events in DC on Wednesday. He wrote a few pieces on the topic including “More Than the Capitol Has Been Breeched”. 

(28:06-36:49): Tyler Hucakbee writes “Under God: The Rise of Christian Nationalism” in Relevant. Brian and Ian discuss responses from the church to the events in DC on Wednesday. 

(36:49-46:54): Carey Nieuwhof writes “Why Your Words as a Leader Matter (Far More Than You Think)”. No matter how many or how few followers you have as a leader, your words matter. A lot.

(46:54-56:42): We were joined by the Senior News Editor of Christianity Today, Kate Shellnutt. She wrote “Christian Leaders Pray for Peace and Safety Amid Capitol Mob”, and briefly spoke on Russell Moore’s remark “Trump: Time to leave. ‘People are dead’”. 

(56:42-1:07:29):  GOOD NEWS! Brian and Ian discuss some good news from the Good News Network. This website is an optimist’s mecca for positivity and uplifting stories. 

(1:07:29-1:18:15): Welp...that’s all she wrote. Today we say goodbye to our producer John. He joined us on his 25th birthday and has been with us ever since. As this is his last show, he joined us for a chat.

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