(00:00-09:49): Right in our own backyard. Naperville rally speakers keep pressure on for schools to reopen. PLUS, Pritzker reiterates no high school football. 

(09:49-27:58): We were joined by author Charles Stone to discuss his book “Holy Noticing: The Bible, your Brain, and the Mindful Space between Moments”. He covers topics in the book such as the term “Holy Noticing” and what he means by it. 

(27:58-37:58): Dave Ramsey writes “Why this habit may give you more money than a salary boost” in Fox Business. There are plenty of easy, practical ways to breathe a little extra air into your finances. 

(37:58-48:32): CNN’s Don Lemon: “We’re going to have to blow up the entire system”. Brian and Ian discuss his statements. 

(48:32-57:36): In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, Amy Coney Barrett, controversial Catholic, re-emerges as potential Supreme Court pick. Also, Ed Stetzer writes “The Kingdom of God and the Supreme Court of the United States”.

(57:36-1:06:53): Many of us are engaging in good, hard, holy work right now to reimagine and build a faith that works not only for us but for the whole world. And to find our way in the wilderness. Sarah Bessey writes “Are you tired? worn out? burned out on religion?”

(1:06:53-1:15:12): 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.

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(00:00-09:09): We start the week on a somber note. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away Friday at 87. 'Notorious RBG': Ginsburg transcended the court to become a pop culture icon.

The spontaneous outpouring of grief across the country spoke to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s influence and devotion.

(09:09-17:47): Tim Keller posted on Facebook: “I’ve been asked why it is especially wrong for Christians to speak of their opponents in a demonizing and dehumanizing way.  Historic Christians believe that our sin has made us worthy of condemnation and hell…(continues)” 

(17:47-27:31): We were joined by Adult Ministry Director at Community Christian Church, Jon Hughes. The Alpha course at CCC is starting up again and Jon discussed the importance of inviting doubt in evangelism. Alpha is a nonjudgmental (virtual) space where you can explore the big questions of life in a welcoming, safe environment. Whether you've been following Jesus a long time, you're a new follower, or you are skeptical and unsure about Jesus, this group is for you! The point is to explore, dive deeper, and grow, so if you're ready to get real with your faith, join us this fall.

Groups are starting SOON!

- Tuesdays at 7 PM (starting 9/22)

- Thursdays at 7 PM (starting 10/1)

- Wednesdays at 9:30 AM (starting 10/7)

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To learn more about Alpha and sign up, visit: https://communitychristian.org/alpha/

(27:31-36:33): Case Thorp and Dave Strunk writes “6 Ways Christians Can Be Wiser in Political Engagement” in The Gospel Coalition. Christians can and should pursue wisdom and political engagement concurrently. But in this deeply polarized, reactive political climate, is it possible?

(36:33-46:47): Linda Feldmann writes “How political tribalism is leading to more political hypocrisy” in the Christian Science Monitor. We also listen to Lindsay Graham’s remarks about selecting a new Supreme Court Justice from 2016.

(46:47-55:52): This is fascinating: Bryson Vs. Everybody: How golf’s strangest character became its best player. Brian and Ian discuss the peculiar demeanor of Bryson DeChambeau. 

(55:52-1:05:13): Mike Frost writes “Being a family is an art … and the dinner table is the place it finds expression”. Brian and Ian discuss the culture of family dinner and how it has changed over the years. 

(1:05:13-1:14:44): It is World Gratitude Day! The boys close the show with some thankfulness and how they express it. They refer to “10 Ways to Celebrate World Gratitude Day” in Happy Science Mom

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(00:00-09:09): We start the week on a somber note. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away Friday at 87. 'Notorious RBG': Ginsburg transcended the court to become a pop culture icon.

The spontaneous outpouring of grief across the country spoke to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s influence and devotion.

(09:09-17:47): Tim Keller posted on Facebook: “I’ve been asked why it is especially wrong for Christians to speak of their opponents in a demonizing and dehumanizing way.  Historic Christians believe that our sin has made us worthy of condemnation and hell…(continues)” 

(17:47-27:31): We were joined by Adult Ministry Director at Community Christian Church, Jon Hughes. The Alpha course at CCC is starting up again and Jon discussed the importance of inviting doubt in evangelism. Alpha is a nonjudgmental (virtual) space where you can explore the big questions of life in a welcoming, safe environment. Whether you've been following Jesus a long time, you're a new follower, or you are skeptical and unsure about Jesus, this group is for you! The point is to explore, dive deeper, and grow, so if you're ready to get real with your faith, join us this fall.

Groups are starting SOON!

- Tuesdays at 7 PM (starting 9/22)

- Thursdays at 7 PM (starting 10/1)

- Wednesdays at 9:30 AM (starting 10/7)

____

To learn more about Alpha and sign up, visit: https://communitychristian.org/alpha/

(27:31-36:33): Case Thorp and Dave Strunk writes “6 Ways Christians Can Be Wiser in Political Engagement” in The Gospel Coalition. Christians can and should pursue wisdom and political engagement concurrently. But in this deeply polarized, reactive political climate, is it possible?

(36:33-46:47): Linda Feldmann writes “How political tribalism is leading to more political hypocrisy” in the Christian Science Monitor. We also listen to Lindsay Graham’s remarks about selecting a new Supreme Court Justice from 2016.

(46:47-55:52): This is fascinating: Bryson Vs. Everybody: How golf’s strangest character became its best player. Brian and Ian discuss the peculiar demeanor of Bryson DeChambeau. 

(55:52-1:05:13): Mike Frost writes “Being a family is an art … and the dinner table is the place it finds expression”. Brian and Ian discuss the culture of family dinner and how it has changed over the years. 

(1:05:13-1:14:44): It is World Gratitude Day! The boys close the show with some thankfulness and how they express it. They refer to “10 Ways to Celebrate World Gratitude Day” in Happy Science Mom

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:19): Tim Keller tweeted: “Christians and the freedom of conscience in politics. The Bible binds my conscience to care for the poor, but it does not tell me the best practical way to do it. Any particular strategy (high taxes and government services vs low taxes and private charity) may be good and wise…” Brian and Ian discuss.

(09:19-18:35): Tim Arndt writes “Christians, Let’s All Stop Doing These 15 Things On Social Media” in Relevant Magazine. How many of these things are convicting Brian and Ian today? 

(18:35-28:14): We were joined by author Stina Kielsmeier- Cook to talk about her book “Blessed Are the None”. She tells the story of her mixed-faith marriage and how she found community in an unexpected place: an order of Catholic nuns in her neighborhood. As she spent time with them and learned about female Catholic saints, she began to see that she was not "spiritually single" after all—and that no one really is.

(28:14-36:14): Adam Kirsch writes “Land of Free (and Fettered) Speech” in Wall Street Journal. In a time of rapid social and technological change, Americans are struggling to figure out the new rules of political discussion, online and in person.

(36:14-45:25): Cornel West was on Tucker Carlson, and they both settled on something unforeseen. Brian and Ian listen to this short clip from the show and respond.

(45:25-53:39): Adelle Banks writes “No race problem here: Despite summer of protests, many practicing Christians remain ambivalent” in Religion News Service.  

(53:39-1:02:56): In an alarming post, Carey Nieuwhof writes “Church Attendance is Dying, What’s Next?”. Brian and Ian discuss how they have experienced dying church attendance, and what can be done?

(1:02:56-1:12:39): 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:19): Tim Keller tweeted: “Christians and the freedom of conscience in politics. The Bible binds my conscience to care for the poor, but it does not tell me the best practical way to do it. Any particular strategy (high taxes and government services vs low taxes and private charity) may be good and wise…” Brian and Ian discuss.

(09:19-18:35): Tim Arndt writes “Christians, Let’s All Stop Doing These 15 Things On Social Media” in Relevant Magazine. How many of these things are convicting Brian and Ian today? 

(18:35-28:14): We were joined by author Stina Kielsmeier- Cook to talk about her book “Blessed Are the None”. She tells the story of her mixed-faith marriage and how she found community in an unexpected place: an order of Catholic nuns in her neighborhood. As she spent time with them and learned about female Catholic saints, she began to see that she was not "spiritually single" after all—and that no one really is.

(28:14-36:14): Adam Kirsch writes “Land of Free (and Fettered) Speech” in Wall Street Journal. In a time of rapid social and technological change, Americans are struggling to figure out the new rules of political discussion, online and in person.

(36:14-45:25): Cornel West was on Tucker Carlson, and they both settled on something unforeseen. Brian and Ian listen to this short clip from the show and respond.

(45:25-53:39): Adelle Banks writes “No race problem here: Despite summer of protests, many practicing Christians remain ambivalent” in Religion News Service.  

(53:39-1:02:56): In an alarming post, Carey Nieuwhof writes “Church Attendance is Dying, What’s Next?”. Brian and Ian discuss how they have experienced dying church attendance, and what can be done?

(1:02:56-1:12:39): 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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-39:03): We are joined by Scott Wilder from Pre-Born. He starts the show off by discussing how we can take action right now, right here in our backyard. This ministry aims to save babies by providing counseling and ultrasounds for women. Call 833-850-BABY(2229) you can call to save the lives of babies. He talks about how “what we raise here, stays here”. The money supports pregnancy centers in the Chicagoland area. 

(39:03-1:16:59): Scott sticks around and opens the hour explaining further the power of the ultrasound. 80% of the women who hear the heartbeat change their minds on an abortion.

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(00:00-39:03): We are joined by Scott Wilder from Pre-Born. He starts the show off by discussing how we can take action right now, right here in our backyard. This ministry aims to save babies by providing counseling and ultrasounds for women. Call 833-850-BABY(2229) you can call to save the lives of babies. He talks about how “what we raise here, stays here”. The money supports pregnancy centers in the Chicagoland area. 

(39:03-1:16:59): Scott sticks around and opens the hour explaining further the power of the ultrasound. 80% of the women who hear the heartbeat change their minds on an abortion.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-39:04): We are joined by Scott Wilder from Pre-Born. He starts the show off by discussing how we can take an action right now, right here in our backyard. This ministry aims to save babies by providing counseling and ultrasounds for women. Call 833-850-2229 you can call to save the lives of babies. He also talks about several local people who have already given to save over a dozen babies. 

Scott continues with us to share a couple testimonies of people who have been impacted by this organization. He tells the story of a woman who describes the terror of initially finding out she is having a baby; primarily financially. As she was considering aborting the baby, the woman at the pregnancy center offered to give her an ultrasound and that’s when she heard the heartbeat. She decided to keep the baby. 

(39:04-1:17:00): Scott sticks around and opens the hour explaining further the power of the ultrasound. 80% of the women who hear the heartbeat change their minds on an abortion. 

He plays other testimonies from women who are terrified about having a baby and not being able to support it, but their minds were changed by the kindness of those working at the pregnancy centers, and the reality of hearing life through ultrasound.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-39:04): We are joined by Scott Wilder from Pre-Born. He starts the show off by discussing how we can take an action right now, right here in our backyard. This ministry aims to save babies by providing counseling and ultrasounds for women. Call 833-850-2229 you can call to save the lives of babies. He also talks about several local people who have already given to save over a dozen babies. 

Scott continues with us to share a couple testimonies of people who have been impacted by this organization. He tells the story of a woman who describes the terror of initially finding out she is having a baby; primarily financially. As she was considering aborting the baby, the woman at the pregnancy center offered to give her an ultrasound and that’s when she heard the heartbeat. She decided to keep the baby. 

(39:04-1:17:00): Scott sticks around and opens the hour explaining further the power of the ultrasound. 80% of the women who hear the heartbeat change their minds on an abortion. 

He plays other testimonies from women who are terrified about having a baby and not being able to support it, but their minds were changed by the kindness of those working at the pregnancy centers, and the reality of hearing life through ultrasound.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:37): Carey Nieuwhof writes “When Christians Lose Their Minds, People Lose Their Faith”. Brian and Ian kick off with this and discuss. 

(09:37-27:41): We were joined by pastor and former NFL Safety, Ray McElroy. He is speaking during a men’s event via Zoom at Christian Community Church. Via the CCC website: “We want to be men of God that lead and serve well at home, in the workplace, and in our most important relationships”.

(27:41-37:05): Daniel Harrell writes “Keep Calm and Reboot” in Christianity Today. The Christian disciplines of self-suspicion, forgiveness, and hope all function well. We need to restart our faith in them.

(37:05-46:38): Chris Ellis writes “Christian advocacy puts words and actions together in following God” in Baptist News Global. 

(46:38-56:02): Brian and ian discuss this piece in Beliefnet “3 ‘Christian’ Teachings That Jesus Didn’t Teach”. We in the Christian community have turned away from truth and wandered into these three myths for years. Let go of these beliefs now.

(56:02-1:05:27): Greg Boyd writes “The Idolatry of Patriotism” in Relevant. The danger of idolatrous patriotism is not just about how we compromise our love for enemies. PLUS, “Politics Has a Strong Grip on Our Hearts. The Gospel’s Grip Should Be Stronger.”

(1:05:27-1:14:23): Seth Godin writes “‘Because’ vs ‘and’” in his blog. The way you’re feeling… is it because of something that’s going on around you? Or are you simply feeling something and there’s a situation?

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