(00:00-09:20): A New York hospital system is barring visitors, including partners, during childbirth due to coronavirus risk. By Michael Nedelman. A health care system in New York is no longer allowing visitors, including partners, for its patients about to give birth, citing Coronavirus risk.

(09:20-18:26): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts.

(18:26-27:11): We are hearing from Christian leaders and friends on how they are navigating this crisis and what encouragement they have for listeners. Photographer Kaia Calhoun offers her advice on how to pass time and enrich yourself. 

(27:11-36:24): Social distancing for the poor? Near impossible, write three doctors. For the poor and marginalized, social distancing is not a possibility given the space in their residences and the matter of their safety.

(37:20-47:40): Interesting read by Michael Kruger: “How a “You do You” Culture Has Made Us Vulnerable to the Coronavirus”. Plus, 9 Ways to Love Your Neighbor in This Pandemic.

(47:40-58:49): We are hearing from Christian leaders and friends on how they are navigating this crisis and what encouragement they have for listeners. Pastor Mandy Smith from University Christian Church prepared a sermon discussing how we should be dealing with this situation. 

(58:49-1:09:22): Ed Stetzer writes: “Dear Church Leaders, THIS is not the Crisis—It is Time to Get Prepared for the Crisis that is Only Weeks Away” in Christianity Today. It is time to move from focusing on the current challenge of doing church and turn to the crisis weeks away from our communities.

(1:10:26-1:17:25): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

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(00:00-09:20): A New York hospital system is barring visitors, including partners, during childbirth due to coronavirus risk. By Michael Nedelman. A health care system in New York is no longer allowing visitors, including partners, for its patients about to give birth, citing Coronavirus risk.

(09:20-18:26): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts.

(18:26-27:11): We are hearing from Christian leaders and friends on how they are navigating this crisis and what encouragement they have for listeners. Photographer Kaia Calhoun offers her advice on how to pass time and enrich yourself. 

(27:11-36:24): Social distancing for the poor? Near impossible, write three doctors. For the poor and marginalized, social distancing is not a possibility given the space in their residences and the matter of their safety.

(37:20-47:40): Interesting read by Michael Kruger: “How a “You do You” Culture Has Made Us Vulnerable to the Coronavirus”. Plus, 9 Ways to Love Your Neighbor in This Pandemic.

(47:40-58:49): We are hearing from Christian leaders and friends on how they are navigating this crisis and what encouragement they have for listeners. Pastor Mandy Smith from University Christian Church prepared a sermon discussing how we should be dealing with this situation. 

(58:49-1:09:22): Ed Stetzer writes: “Dear Church Leaders, THIS is not the Crisis—It is Time to Get Prepared for the Crisis that is Only Weeks Away” in Christianity Today. It is time to move from focusing on the current challenge of doing church and turn to the crisis weeks away from our communities.

(1:10:26-1:17:25): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-09:17): With the virus spreading even more rapidly, states such as California have entered a state of “Shelter-in-place” policy. Gov. Pritzker of Illinois announced this afternoon that Illinois will be entering the same state beginning the 21st. 

(09:17-18:15): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts.

(18:15-27:58): Geoff Chang writes: “5 Lessons from Spurgeon’s Ministry in a Cholera Outbreak” in The Gospel Coalition. Brian and Ian talk about how historical Christain figures can teach us on how to respond in crisis. 

(27:58-37:30): Jeff Sandstrom writes: “Remember to Breathe” This piece on his website talks about how we breathe in what we breathe out. He gives his reflection via phone on why he wrote this.

(38:27-48:20): Senator Dumped Up to $1.7 Million of Stock After Reassuring Public About Coronavirus Preparedness. Intelligence Chair Richard Burr’s selloff came around the time he was receiving daily briefings on the health threat.

(48:20-58:42): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts

(58:42-1:08:39): Devin Maddox writes: “9 Ways to Work Efficiently from Home” in The Gospel Coalition. While we are ordered to stay home, there are ways to work and remain productive. 

(1:09:42-1:15:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

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(00:00-09:17): With the virus spreading even more rapidly, states such as California have entered a state of “Shelter-in-place” policy. Gov. Pritzker of Illinois announced this afternoon that Illinois will be entering the same state beginning the 21st. 

(09:17-18:15): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts.

(18:15-27:58): Geoff Chang writes: “5 Lessons from Spurgeon’s Ministry in a Cholera Outbreak” in The Gospel Coalition. Brian and Ian talk about how historical Christain figures can teach us on how to respond in crisis. 

(27:58-37:30): Jeff Sandstrom writes: “Remember to Breathe” This piece on his website talks about how we breathe in what we breathe out. He gives his reflection via phone on why he wrote this.

(38:27-48:20): Senator Dumped Up to $1.7 Million of Stock After Reassuring Public About Coronavirus Preparedness. Intelligence Chair Richard Burr’s selloff came around the time he was receiving daily briefings on the health threat.

(48:20-58:42): Since we are asked to stay at home and remain distant from others, Brian and Ian reflect on some devotional thoughts

(58:42-1:08:39): Devin Maddox writes: “9 Ways to Work Efficiently from Home” in The Gospel Coalition. While we are ordered to stay home, there are ways to work and remain productive. 

(1:09:42-1:15:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-09:11): Trump Calls for Immediate Economic Relief to Support Families amid Coronavirus Outbreak. Brian and Ian discuss the president’s response to the crisis. 

(09:11-18:52): “Christians, Let’s Flatten the Curve But Remain a ‘Religion for the Sick’” writes Brewer Eberly, Ben Frush, and Emmy Yang in Christianity Today. Physicians reflect theologically on three unique Christian contributions to COVID-19 preparations.

(18:52-28:42): Tom Rapsas writes: “Can Faith Help Us Get Through the Coronavirus?” Brian and Ian discuss how we can respond to uncertainty and trust God is in control.

(28:42-37:58): In the midst of seemingly endless bad news regarding this virus, Brian and Ian cover “10 Positive Updates on the COVID-19 Outbreaks From Around the World”.

(38:54-49:39): Coronavirus: Trump says it may be 'the story of life' that well-connected get testing first. The president was asked whether the well-connected should get expedited testing. "No, I wouldn't say so," he said. "But perhaps that's been the story of life." In lighter news, Chick-fil-A Delivers 1,000 Meals to Washington Hospital Impacted by Coronavirus. 

(49:39-1:00:11): Brian and Ian listen to an extensive clip from Ed Stetzer’s podcast with Terri Watson, a psychologist from Wheaton College. She touches on how to Help People Cope with Isolation.

(1:00:11-1:10:18): Gillian Flaccus writes in AP News: “'Quarantine shaming': US navigates radical new social norms”. The chairman of Arizona's Asian Chamber of Commerce didn't see much downside to attending a small dinner at a local restaurant to bolster the business and bring together other leaders to discuss how to help Asian-American eateries devastated by the coronavirus.

(1:11:22-1:18:12): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

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(00:00-09:11): Trump Calls for Immediate Economic Relief to Support Families amid Coronavirus Outbreak. Brian and Ian discuss the president’s response to the crisis. 

(09:11-18:52): “Christians, Let’s Flatten the Curve But Remain a ‘Religion for the Sick’” writes Brewer Eberly, Ben Frush, and Emmy Yang in Christianity Today. Physicians reflect theologically on three unique Christian contributions to COVID-19 preparations.

(18:52-28:42): Tom Rapsas writes: “Can Faith Help Us Get Through the Coronavirus?” Brian and Ian discuss how we can respond to uncertainty and trust God is in control.

(28:42-37:58): In the midst of seemingly endless bad news regarding this virus, Brian and Ian cover “10 Positive Updates on the COVID-19 Outbreaks From Around the World”.

(38:54-49:39): Coronavirus: Trump says it may be 'the story of life' that well-connected get testing first. The president was asked whether the well-connected should get expedited testing. "No, I wouldn't say so," he said. "But perhaps that's been the story of life." In lighter news, Chick-fil-A Delivers 1,000 Meals to Washington Hospital Impacted by Coronavirus. 

(49:39-1:00:11): Brian and Ian listen to an extensive clip from Ed Stetzer’s podcast with Terri Watson, a psychologist from Wheaton College. She touches on how to Help People Cope with Isolation.

(1:00:11-1:10:18): Gillian Flaccus writes in AP News: “'Quarantine shaming': US navigates radical new social norms”. The chairman of Arizona's Asian Chamber of Commerce didn't see much downside to attending a small dinner at a local restaurant to bolster the business and bring together other leaders to discuss how to help Asian-American eateries devastated by the coronavirus.

(1:11:22-1:18:12): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-09:18): In the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak, churches and small groups have suffered, and have been forced to change their routine. Brian and Ian discuss how they have dealt with the circumstances and how they are managing. 

(09:18-18:34): David Fitch writes: “The Potential of Faithful Presence During a Pandemic” in MissioAlliance. Brian and Ian take time to discuss how faithful diligence is necessary in order to keep a church family strong. 

(18:34-27:59): Brian and Ian discuss this prompt: Can Faith Help Us Get Through the Coronavirus? PLUS, They are discussing how to navigate through an uncharted world like we are seeing with COVID-19. Isolation, precautions, it’s all unprecedented for the modern world. 

(27:59-37:39): Jon Acuff Tweeted: “There’s a thin line between “informed” and “obsessed.” It’s different for each person, but when you find the constant stream of Coronavirus information fueling your fear instead of equipping you with facts, take a short break.” Brian and Ian respond to this and a Christine Caine Tweet. 

(38:36-48:42): Jen Pollock Michel writes: “20 Prayers to Pray During This Pandemic”. As COVID-19 sends the globe into crisis, it also sends us to our knees. 

(48:42-58:26): Is the Coronavirus going to affect the outcome of the primary elections or presidential elections? Biden sweeps three states, doubles delegate lead over Sanders, NBC News projects, and Bernie Sanders to 'assess' presidential bid.

(58:26-1:08:37): Jana Riess writes: “The problem of ‘social distancing’ for women who already do too much” in Religion News Source. 

(1:09:41-1:15:28): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:18): In the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak, churches and small groups have suffered, and have been forced to change their routine. Brian and Ian discuss how they have dealt with the circumstances and how they are managing. 

(09:18-18:34): David Fitch writes: “The Potential of Faithful Presence During a Pandemic” in MissioAlliance. Brian and Ian take time to discuss how faithful diligence is necessary in order to keep a church family strong. 

(18:34-27:59): Brian and Ian discuss this prompt: Can Faith Help Us Get Through the Coronavirus? PLUS, They are discussing how to navigate through an uncharted world like we are seeing with COVID-19. Isolation, precautions, it’s all unprecedented for the modern world. 

(27:59-37:39): Jon Acuff Tweeted: “There’s a thin line between “informed” and “obsessed.” It’s different for each person, but when you find the constant stream of Coronavirus information fueling your fear instead of equipping you with facts, take a short break.” Brian and Ian respond to this and a Christine Caine Tweet. 

(38:36-48:42): Jen Pollock Michel writes: “20 Prayers to Pray During This Pandemic”. As COVID-19 sends the globe into crisis, it also sends us to our knees. 

(48:42-58:26): Is the Coronavirus going to affect the outcome of the primary elections or presidential elections? Biden sweeps three states, doubles delegate lead over Sanders, NBC News projects, and Bernie Sanders to 'assess' presidential bid.

(58:26-1:08:37): Jana Riess writes: “The problem of ‘social distancing’ for women who already do too much” in Religion News Source. 

(1:09:41-1:15:28): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-09:13): Katie Pavlich warns of 'forced compliance' if people don't follow White House coronavirus guidelines. Brian and Ian continue their discussion on the virus and how we are responding to it. 

(09:13-18:37): Ryan Burge writes: “Faith Over Fear? No, It’s Political Ideology that Keeps People Unafraid of COVID-19” in Christianity Today. Before the coronavirus hit, conservative Protestant churchgoers were least concerned about a future pandemic.

(18:37-28:14): Leonardo Blair writes: “Victim, church members outraged after former SBC pastor convicted of sex crimes returns to pulpit” in Christian Post. Brian and Ian discuss disqualification in leadership and, again, discuss abuse of power in the church. 

(28:14-37:44): Sam Storms writes: “What Does It Mean to Worship God in Spirit and Truth?” in the Gospel Coalition. Brian and Ian discuss the Christ-like balance of grace and truth when witnessing as well as ministering to God. 

(38:41-48:57): In light of most church services being canceled on Sunday, Ian made it clear that CHURCH was not in fact canceled. Many people gathered on social media via streaming, many worshipped at home. We found a way to fellowship, nothing would get in the way of that. 

(48:57-58:08): Jerry Falwell Defies Petition to Extend Spring Break; Calls Concerned Parent “Dummy”, writes Julie Roys. Plus, Jerry Falwell, Jr. Questions If Coronavirus Is a North Korean-Chinese Bioweapon

(58:08-1:08:37): Whatever Your Secret Sins, the Psalms Will Give You the Courage to Come Clean. Hiding from God (and neighbor) is dehumanizing, but honest prayer and confession bring healing and freedom. 

(1:09:40-1:15:56): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-09:13): Katie Pavlich warns of 'forced compliance' if people don't follow White House coronavirus guidelines. Brian and Ian continue their discussion on the virus and how we are responding to it. 

(09:13-18:37): Ryan Burge writes: “Faith Over Fear? No, It’s Political Ideology that Keeps People Unafraid of COVID-19” in Christianity Today. Before the coronavirus hit, conservative Protestant churchgoers were least concerned about a future pandemic.

(18:37-28:14): Leonardo Blair writes: “Victim, church members outraged after former SBC pastor convicted of sex crimes returns to pulpit” in Christian Post. Brian and Ian discuss disqualification in leadership and, again, discuss abuse of power in the church. 

(28:14-37:44): Sam Storms writes: “What Does It Mean to Worship God in Spirit and Truth?” in the Gospel Coalition. Brian and Ian discuss the Christ-like balance of grace and truth when witnessing as well as ministering to God. 

(38:41-48:57): In light of most church services being canceled on Sunday, Ian made it clear that CHURCH was not in fact canceled. Many people gathered on social media via streaming, many worshipped at home. We found a way to fellowship, nothing would get in the way of that. 

(48:57-58:08): Jerry Falwell Defies Petition to Extend Spring Break; Calls Concerned Parent “Dummy”, writes Julie Roys. Plus, Jerry Falwell, Jr. Questions If Coronavirus Is a North Korean-Chinese Bioweapon

(58:08-1:08:37): Whatever Your Secret Sins, the Psalms Will Give You the Courage to Come Clean. Hiding from God (and neighbor) is dehumanizing, but honest prayer and confession bring healing and freedom. 

(1:09:40-1:15:56): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”