(00:00-10:24): Bradley Whitford Says ‘Jesus Christ Was a Radical Liberal’ and Twitter Has Some Thoughts. PLUS, Christian Political Exile Persists No Matter the President. The Trump era was not a new Babylon, and the Biden era will be no new Jerusalem. (And vice versa.)

(10:24-26:46): We were joined by singer-songwriter and author, Michael Card. He has recorded over thirty-one albums, authored or coauthored over twenty-four books, hosted a radio program, and written for a wide range of magazines. An award-winning musician and performing artist, he has penned such favorites as "El Shaddai," "Immanuel," and many other songs.

In his book “The Nazarene”, Michael sheds light on the life of Jesus through lyrical reflections on the four Gospels. These forty meditations lead us to a place where Jesus becomes real and we can hear him with both hearts and minds.

(26:46-36:04): Tim Shorey writes “The Prayer Life That Matters Most. (It Isn’t Yours.)” in The Gospel Coalition. 

(36:04-45:49): Ben Sixsmith writes “The sad irony of celebrity pastors” in The Spectator. Instead of making me want to become more like them, it looks very much as if they want to become more like me.

(45:49-1:02:10): We were joined by pastor and author, Daniel Hill. He is the Author of White Awake, White Lies, and 10:10: Life to the Fullest. Daniel is the Founding and Senior Pastor of River City Community Church, located in the west Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago.  The vision of River City is centered on the core values of worship, reconciliation, and neighborhood development.

We discussed the prevalence of his book “White Awake” and “White Lies” and how the church can combat racism in society. They should have been the ones to fight against it in the first place. 

(1:02:10-1:11:33): We consistently reference this publication. Joshua Becker writes “Stop Chasing Success. Seek Significance” in Becoming Minimalist.

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(00:00-10:24): Bradley Whitford Says ‘Jesus Christ Was a Radical Liberal’ and Twitter Has Some Thoughts. PLUS, Christian Political Exile Persists No Matter the President. The Trump era was not a new Babylon, and the Biden era will be no new Jerusalem. (And vice versa.)

(10:24-26:46): We were joined by singer-songwriter and author, Michael Card. He has recorded over thirty-one albums, authored or coauthored over twenty-four books, hosted a radio program, and written for a wide range of magazines. An award-winning musician and performing artist, he has penned such favorites as "El Shaddai," "Immanuel," and many other songs.

In his book “The Nazarene”, Michael sheds light on the life of Jesus through lyrical reflections on the four Gospels. These forty meditations lead us to a place where Jesus becomes real and we can hear him with both hearts and minds.

(26:46-36:04): Tim Shorey writes “The Prayer Life That Matters Most. (It Isn’t Yours.)” in The Gospel Coalition. 

(36:04-45:49): Ben Sixsmith writes “The sad irony of celebrity pastors” in The Spectator. Instead of making me want to become more like them, it looks very much as if they want to become more like me.

(45:49-1:02:10): We were joined by pastor and author, Daniel Hill. He is the Author of White Awake, White Lies, and 10:10: Life to the Fullest. Daniel is the Founding and Senior Pastor of River City Community Church, located in the west Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago.  The vision of River City is centered on the core values of worship, reconciliation, and neighborhood development.

We discussed the prevalence of his book “White Awake” and “White Lies” and how the church can combat racism in society. They should have been the ones to fight against it in the first place. 

(1:02:10-1:11:33): We consistently reference this publication. Joshua Becker writes “Stop Chasing Success. Seek Significance” in Becoming Minimalist.

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(00:00-09:31): HEADLINES: 'Date which will live in infamy': What to remember about Pearl Harbor, 79 years later. Katie Lobosco writes “Why Americans need a stimulus deal in three stats” in CNN.

(09:31-26:54): We were joined by author Bethany Dearborn Hiser. She wrote the book “From Burned Out to Beloved”. Bethany Dearborn Hiser is the director of soul care for Northwest Family Life, a network of therapists trained to work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual trauma. 

From Burned Out to Beloved is Hiser's story of burnout, self-discovery, and spiritual renewal. But more than that, it's a trauma-informed soul care guide for all Christians working in high-stress, helping professions.

(26:54-36:17): This could be subject for debate. Brian and Ian “Why Are Great Athletes More Likely To Be Younger Siblings?”.

(36:17-45:32): Will Leitch writes “Confessions of a Pandemic Risk-Taker”. Well, not THAT risky. But riskier than I’ll admit on social media - He writes. 

(45:32-55:11): Friend of the show, David French writes “The Crisis of Christian Celebrity “The heart is deceitful above all things.”. 

(55:11-1:04:59): Bryan Alexander writes “Matthew McConaughey criticizes Hollywood 'far left;' says the right is in election 'denial'” in USA Today. 

(1:04:59-1:14:24): Kate Shellnutt writes “2020’s Most-Read Bible Verse: ‘Do Not Fear’” in Christianity Today. In an uncertain and difficult year, a record number of people searched for healing, fear, and justice.

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(00:00-09:31): HEADLINES: 'Date which will live in infamy': What to remember about Pearl Harbor, 79 years later. Katie Lobosco writes “Why Americans need a stimulus deal in three stats” in CNN.

(09:31-26:54): We were joined by author Bethany Dearborn Hiser. She wrote the book “From Burned Out to Beloved”. Bethany Dearborn Hiser is the director of soul care for Northwest Family Life, a network of therapists trained to work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual trauma. 

From Burned Out to Beloved is Hiser's story of burnout, self-discovery, and spiritual renewal. But more than that, it's a trauma-informed soul care guide for all Christians working in high-stress, helping professions.

(26:54-36:17): This could be subject for debate. Brian and Ian “Why Are Great Athletes More Likely To Be Younger Siblings?”.

(36:17-45:32): Will Leitch writes “Confessions of a Pandemic Risk-Taker”. Well, not THAT risky. But riskier than I’ll admit on social media - He writes. 

(45:32-55:11): Friend of the show, David French writes “The Crisis of Christian Celebrity “The heart is deceitful above all things.”. 

(55:11-1:04:59): Bryan Alexander writes “Matthew McConaughey criticizes Hollywood 'far left;' says the right is in election 'denial'” in USA Today. 

(1:04:59-1:14:24): Kate Shellnutt writes “2020’s Most-Read Bible Verse: ‘Do Not Fear’” in Christianity Today. In an uncertain and difficult year, a record number of people searched for healing, fear, and justice.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:30): Headlines: Francis Collins Urges Christians: Get Vaccinated from COVID-19 out of Love of Neighbor. As U.S. COVID-19 deaths shatter records, leaders plead for more mask-wearing. With more spiritual reflection and less gifts, most Americans say COVID-19 will change Christmas. True Story Behind Cory Asbury's "Reckless Love" To Be Subject Of Feature Film. 

(09:30-17:56): Joshua Lang writes “How to Find Rest in Restless Times” in Relevant Magazine. How can we find rest in a day that seems to have none? The solution is as simple as three practical steps you can start doing today.

(17:56-27:15): D. L. Mayfield writes “Mary’s ‘Magnificat’ in the Bible is revolutionary. Some evangelicals silence her” in The Washington Post.

(27:15-36:00): We were joined by 17-year-old founder of Chain Reaction Games, Brayden Gogis. He discussed his experience and story of starting a tech business at a young age and what he is learning along the way. He is also working with A21, No-profit that works to fight human trafficking, including sexual exploitation & trafficking, forced slave labor, bonded labor, involuntary domestic servitude, and child soldiery. He is giving 100% of the proceeds from his new game, Solisquare to the organization. Be sure to visit the website and contribute to his cause. 

(36:00-45:07): Lila MacLellan writes “Researchers Found One Way That Long-Term Marriages Get Happier” in Get Pocket. 

(45:07-53:59): Kate Murphy writes “Pandemic-Proof Your Habits” in The New York Times. PLUS, Lisa Feldman Barrett writes “Your Brain Is Not for Thinking”.

(53:59-1:02:57): Joshua Becker writes “Want to Enjoy More of Your Holiday Season? Remove These 10 Things” in Becoming Minimalist. 

(1:02:57-1:12:35): E. M. Welcher writes “Oh How We Need Advent (This Year More Than Most)” in The Gospel Coalition.

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(00:00-09:30): Headlines: Francis Collins Urges Christians: Get Vaccinated from COVID-19 out of Love of Neighbor. As U.S. COVID-19 deaths shatter records, leaders plead for more mask-wearing. With more spiritual reflection and less gifts, most Americans say COVID-19 will change Christmas. True Story Behind Cory Asbury's "Reckless Love" To Be Subject Of Feature Film. 

(09:30-17:56): Joshua Lang writes “How to Find Rest in Restless Times” in Relevant Magazine. How can we find rest in a day that seems to have none? The solution is as simple as three practical steps you can start doing today.

(17:56-27:15): D. L. Mayfield writes “Mary’s ‘Magnificat’ in the Bible is revolutionary. Some evangelicals silence her” in The Washington Post.

(27:15-36:00): We were joined by 17-year-old founder of Chain Reaction Games, Brayden Gogis. He discussed his experience and story of starting a tech business at a young age and what he is learning along the way. He is also working with A21, No-profit that works to fight human trafficking, including sexual exploitation & trafficking, forced slave labor, bonded labor, involuntary domestic servitude, and child soldiery. He is giving 100% of the proceeds from his new game, Solisquare to the organization. Be sure to visit the website and contribute to his cause. 

(36:00-45:07): Lila MacLellan writes “Researchers Found One Way That Long-Term Marriages Get Happier” in Get Pocket. 

(45:07-53:59): Kate Murphy writes “Pandemic-Proof Your Habits” in The New York Times. PLUS, Lisa Feldman Barrett writes “Your Brain Is Not for Thinking”.

(53:59-1:02:57): Joshua Becker writes “Want to Enjoy More of Your Holiday Season? Remove These 10 Things” in Becoming Minimalist. 

(1:02:57-1:12:35): E. M. Welcher writes “Oh How We Need Advent (This Year More Than Most)” in The Gospel Coalition.

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(00:00-37:09): For the second hour of the program, we were joined by Todd Chatman. He continues to discuss how COVID-19 has hit all of the countries FFTP serves hard with cases of infection increasing daily. Entire informal economies (street vendors) and the day-labor jobs that keep families eating from one day to the next are completely shut down. 

(37:09-1:15:04): We were joined by representatives Anitra Parmele and Paul Jacobs from Food For The Poor. They are helping to raise money to provide emergency food relief for children in Latin America and the Caribbean who are facing hunger and starvation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A one-time gift of $185 provides six months of food for 5 hungry children - that’s about 50 cents a day. To make a gift today, go to www.1160hope.com and click on the red EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF banner at the top of the page. OR call 855-901-4673.

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(00:00-37:09): For the second hour of the program, we were joined by Todd Chatman. He continues to discuss how COVID-19 has hit all of the countries FFTP serves hard with cases of infection increasing daily. Entire informal economies (street vendors) and the day-labor jobs that keep families eating from one day to the next are completely shut down. 

(37:09-1:15:04): We were joined by representatives Anitra Parmele and Paul Jacobs from Food For The Poor. They are helping to raise money to provide emergency food relief for children in Latin America and the Caribbean who are facing hunger and starvation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A one-time gift of $185 provides six months of food for 5 hungry children - that’s about 50 cents a day. To make a gift today, go to www.1160hope.com and click on the red EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF banner at the top of the page. OR call 855-901-4673.

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(00:00-39:09): We were joined by representatives Anitra Parmele and Paul Jacobs from Food For The Poor. They are helping to raise money to provide emergency food relief for children in Latin America and the Caribbean who are facing hunger and starvation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A one-time gift of $185 provides six months of food for 5 hungry children - that’s about 50 cents a day. To make a gift today, go to www.1160hope.com and click on the red EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF banner at the top of the page. OR call 855-901-4673.

(39:09-1:18:46): For the second hour of the program, we were joined by Todd Chapman. He continues to discuss how COVID-19 has hit all of the countries FFTP serves hard with cases of infection increasing daily. Entire informal economies (street vendors) and the day-labor jobs that keep families eating from one day to the next are completely shut down.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-39:09): We were joined by representatives Anitra Parmele and Paul Jacobs from Food For The Poor. They are helping to raise money to provide emergency food relief for children in Latin America and the Caribbean who are facing hunger and starvation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A one-time gift of $185 provides six months of food for 5 hungry children - that’s about 50 cents a day. To make a gift today, go to www.1160hope.com and click on the red EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF banner at the top of the page. OR call 855-901-4673.

(39:09-1:18:46): For the second hour of the program, we were joined by Todd Chapman. He continues to discuss how COVID-19 has hit all of the countries FFTP serves hard with cases of infection increasing daily. Entire informal economies (street vendors) and the day-labor jobs that keep families eating from one day to the next are completely shut down.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.