(00:00-08:46): Chicago has seen four records in weather in one week. Brian and Ian gripe about the unseasonably cold temps and excessive snow. In order to avoid complaining too much, they turn their attention to a Chicago food staple returning to the city. 

(08:46-17:54): Guy Shares His 6 Rules for a Successful Marriage and People Love It. Brian and Ian read this intuitive list of tips and reflect on their own marriages. They talk about the subtle differences between them and their spouses as far as going out to dinner or doing small things around the house. 

(17:54-27:25): Roger Barrier writes “Why Does the Church Ignore Hurting People?” Brian and Ian touch on his points and how the church addresses basic struggles. They talk about pastors being too preoccupied with sermons and church operations. They need to put down the status quo, and listen to their congregation. 

(27:25-36:52): A recent Relevant Magazine article dives deep into the struggles of Jeannie and Jim Gaffigan. “No Laughing Matter” talks about Jeannie’s reliance on God in the midst of illness and how He pulled her through. Jim, her husband, says that her faith was the reason he had comfort. 

(36:52-47:11): Craig Greenfield writes “Isn’t It Time For Francis Chan-style Missionaries To Rethink Mission?” Brian and Ian read the blog in-whole and are trying to unwrap why people are questioning Chan’s choice to move so abruptly. Is Chan a colonizer?

(47:11-57:04): Doug Zirkle and Nate Olson from Go Promoters are here to talk about the history of the company, and the upcoming Disciple Concert in December. They touch on the decision to make the company 100% volunteer run. https://1160hope.com/content/all/disciple 

(57:04-1:07:12): Doug and Nate stick around to talk about the Disciple Concert at Q Bar in Glendale Heights. The idea behind the show is to bring Christians into an environment that they otherwise would be uncomfortable in. They want to bring Christians into a place to meet those they are trying to reach where they are. 

(1:07:12-1:14:03): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Japan is in need of ninjas, and this guy isn’t dead yet. A nightclub involuntarily doubled as a hospital, and someone in New York needs a life. Meanwhile, South African gin is crap.

(00:00-10:14): “Keith Getty says modern worship songs are so 'dangerous' they're 'de-Christianizing' Christians” Leah MarieAnn Klett reports in Christian Today. Brian and Ian talk about potential watered down lyrics of today’s worship songs, and talk about the statements from Getty.

(10:14-28:39): President of Trinity Christian College, Kurt Dykstra joins us in-studio to discuss the school’s rich history of faith and education. He also touches on the issue of student debt and how Trinity is holding the line on the debt students carry as they leave the school.

(28:39-38:23): 9-Year-Old Kid Who Kept Getting In Trouble For Doodling In Class Gets A Job Decorating A Restaurant With His Drawings. Brian and Ian talk about this cool story and how creativity needs to be amplified in child development. 

(38:23-46:34): Pope Francis on prison systems: ‘We will be judged on this’ Cindy Wooden reports in America Magazine. Brian and Ian discuss the broken justice and prison system. "The whole church in fidelity to the mission received from Christ" is called to show the most vulnerable people the mercy of God, the pope said. "We will be judged on this."

(46:34-56:53): Brianna Wiest writes “Trauma Is Not Your Fault, But Healing Is Your Responsibility” in Thought Catalog. Brian and Ian talk about taking charge of your healing from trauma and mental illness. How do we manage irrational thoughts and keep ourselves accountable?

(56:53-1:07:18): Grant Stenzel, the title sponsor of Life Conference, joins the show for a segment to discuss who he is. He is most excited about what is going on in the church and loves meeting with pastors to hear their stories and perspectives. He talks about how we can care for and love on our pastors. 

(1:07:18-1:14:30): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Message in a bottle comes back sooner than expected, and New Jersey was forced to change the state bird to the wild turkey. A new breed of two-headed cat is becoming popular in California, and it’s eye-worm season, get yourself checked. Meanwhile, Alaska is experimenting with a barter system.

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(00:00-10:14): “Keith Getty says modern worship songs are so 'dangerous' they're 'de-Christianizing' Christians” Leah MarieAnn Klett reports in Christian Today. Brian and Ian talk about potential watered down lyrics of today’s worship songs, and talk about the statements from Getty.

(10:14-28:39): President of Trinity Christian College, Kurt Dykstra joins us in-studio to discuss the school’s rich history of faith and education. He also touches on the issue of student debt and how Trinity is holding the line on the debt students carry as they leave the school.

(28:39-38:23): 9-Year-Old Kid Who Kept Getting In Trouble For Doodling In Class Gets A Job Decorating A Restaurant With His Drawings. Brian and Ian talk about this cool story and how creativity needs to be amplified in child development. 

(38:23-46:34): Pope Francis on prison systems: ‘We will be judged on this’ Cindy Wooden reports in America Magazine. Brian and Ian discuss the broken justice and prison system. "The whole church in fidelity to the mission received from Christ" is called to show the most vulnerable people the mercy of God, the pope said. "We will be judged on this."

(46:34-56:53): Brianna Wiest writes “Trauma Is Not Your Fault, But Healing Is Your Responsibility” in Thought Catalog. Brian and Ian talk about taking charge of your healing from trauma and mental illness. How do we manage irrational thoughts and keep ourselves accountable?

(56:53-1:07:18): Grant Stenzel, the title sponsor of Life Conference, joins the show for a segment to discuss who he is. He is most excited about what is going on in the church and loves meeting with pastors to hear their stories and perspectives. He talks about how we can care for and love on our pastors. 

(1:07:18-1:14:30): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Message in a bottle comes back sooner than expected, and New Jersey was forced to change the state bird to the wild turkey. A new breed of two-headed cat is becoming popular in California, and it’s eye-worm season, get yourself checked. Meanwhile, Alaska is experimenting with a barter system.

(00:00-09:28): “Report: Netflix Has Pulled John Crist’s Comedy Special (For Now) Following Accusations of Sexual Misconduct” reported in Relevant Magazine. Brian and Ian discuss power abuse and touch on a humorous article out of Flim Flam News talking about Christians mourning the loss of their only funny comedian. 

(09:28-18:56): David Santistevan writes “9 Best Practices for Leading Multi Generational Worship”. Multigenerational worship isn’t simply a battle between soft & loud music, or new and old songs. It’s a leadership problem. Brian and Ian touch on these points as they reflect on their tactics leading their congregations. 

(18:56-28:12): A good friend of the show, Monty Fowler responded to a prompting post on our Facebook page about integrity and honor. He tells a story of an Emperor who gives seeds to a group of kids to determine his heir. The one he chooses truly is worthy of the throne. 

(28:12-37:26): Amy Morin writes in Psychology Today “10 Reasons Teens Have So Much Anxiety Today”. Brian and Ian discuss the overwhelming number of young people who suffer from stress and anxiety, and how we are to help them. 

(37:26-47:43): Awesome story out of Birmingham, AL, “When a Waffle House was short on staff, customers jumped behind the counter to help out”. Brian and Ian discuss this selfless act of unexpected help. 

(47:43-58:23): On the topic of mental illness and health, how do, and don’t, we communicate with those who are battling? Andrew Voigt writes in Relevant “5 Things to Never Say to Someone With Depression and Anxiety”. Brian and Ian reflect on this. 

(58:23-1:09:03): Uh oh!! Instagram Will Test Hiding 'Likes' On Some U.S. Accounts Starting Next Week. Brian and Ian talk about the impact and effect “liking” on Facebook and Instagram has on society. Do we rely on the likes for self esteem boosts? 

(1:09:03-1:16:09): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: A tortoise trafficking ring in Florida is exposed, and if you want to live long, follow the five W’s. People are very upset with the lack of Popeye’s chicken sandwiches, and people are ringing in funerals like it’s the new year. Meanwhile, stay out from under camels.

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(00:00-09:28): “Report: Netflix Has Pulled John Crist’s Comedy Special (For Now) Following Accusations of Sexual Misconduct” reported in Relevant Magazine. Brian and Ian discuss power abuse and touch on a humorous article out of Flim Flam News talking about Christians mourning the loss of their only funny comedian. 

(09:28-18:56): David Santistevan writes “9 Best Practices for Leading Multi Generational Worship”. Multigenerational worship isn’t simply a battle between soft & loud music, or new and old songs. It’s a leadership problem. Brian and Ian touch on these points as they reflect on their tactics leading their congregations. 

(18:56-28:12): A good friend of the show, Monty Fowler responded to a prompting post on our Facebook page about integrity and honor. He tells a story of an Emperor who gives seeds to a group of kids to determine his heir. The one he chooses truly is worthy of the throne. 

(28:12-37:26): Amy Morin writes in Psychology Today “10 Reasons Teens Have So Much Anxiety Today”. Brian and Ian discuss the overwhelming number of young people who suffer from stress and anxiety, and how we are to help them. 

(37:26-47:43): Awesome story out of Birmingham, AL, “When a Waffle House was short on staff, customers jumped behind the counter to help out”. Brian and Ian discuss this selfless act of unexpected help. 

(47:43-58:23): On the topic of mental illness and health, how do, and don’t, we communicate with those who are battling? Andrew Voigt writes in Relevant “5 Things to Never Say to Someone With Depression and Anxiety”. Brian and Ian reflect on this. 

(58:23-1:09:03): Uh oh!! Instagram Will Test Hiding 'Likes' On Some U.S. Accounts Starting Next Week. Brian and Ian talk about the impact and effect “liking” on Facebook and Instagram has on society. Do we rely on the likes for self esteem boosts? 

(1:09:03-1:16:09): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: A tortoise trafficking ring in Florida is exposed, and if you want to live long, follow the five W’s. People are very upset with the lack of Popeye’s chicken sandwiches, and people are ringing in funerals like it’s the new year. Meanwhile, stay out from under camels.

(00:00-09:33): Today is the 244th birthday of the US Marine Corps. Brian and Ian take time to recognize the sacrifice and service of our veterans. They then discuss articles by Bruce Epperly and Hemant Mehta in Patheos regarding the moral equivalent of war and recognizing that not all veterans are religious. 

(09:33-19:31): We are joined by Sharie Behnke, the small groups director for Community Christian Church, and is the event coordinator for the Together Marriage Conference coming up on February 8, 2020. The conference emphasizes investments in all kinds of relationships and aims to end the stigma of working on marriages through counseling. 

(19:31-29:51): Sharie sticks with us for another segment to continue talking about the inspiration behind Together. She says they are trying to meet the needs of the community, and is personally passionate about seeing couples thrive. The three also touch on good routines that couples ought to focus on. 

(29:51-39:15): What did we preach? Brian and Ian discuss what they spoke about in their sermons on Sunday. Brian touched again on the book of Daniel, this week in chapter 8. Even when the world feels broken. God can be trusted. Ian is in the book of Acts and talked about the practices and rhythms of the early church. 

(39:15-50:20): Julie Roys writes “James MacDonald Issues “My Repentance” on Facebook”. The former Chicago-land church leader was removed from leadership position almost a year ago, and has already tried to re-enter leadership. He posts on Facebook an apology regarding his path to redemption. 

(50:20-1:00:33): Wade Mullen writes “What I’ve Observed When Institutions Try to Apologize and How They Can Do Better”. He touches on authentic apologies and the fear of losing credibility because of a mistake. Brian and Ian discuss this and reflect.

(1:00:33-1:09:49): Hans Pasco posted a satirical comic on Facebook depicting Jesus speaking with a business owner suggesting he put a fish symbol in the corner of his company’s logo. Jesus suggested he represent Christ through his actions instead of a symbol. 

(1:09:49-1:16:50): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Germany really doesn’t want you riding e-scooters, and a new fecal artform is taking wind in the UK. In a galaxy far, far away, Jesus is calling, and the trafficking ring is starting to cut into the department store industry. Meanwhile, the new F-150 Banana Edition is taking the streets.

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(00:00-09:33): Today is the 244th birthday of the US Marine Corps. Brian and Ian take time to recognize the sacrifice and service of our veterans. They then discuss articles by Bruce Epperly and Hemant Mehta in Patheos regarding the moral equivalent of war and recognizing that not all veterans are religious. 

(09:33-19:31): We are joined by Sharie Behnke, the small groups director for Community Christian Church, and is the event coordinator for the Together Marriage Conference coming up on February 8, 2020. The conference emphasizes investments in all kinds of relationships and aims to end the stigma of working on marriages through counseling. 

(19:31-29:51): Sharie sticks with us for another segment to continue talking about the inspiration behind Together. She says they are trying to meet the needs of the community, and is personally passionate about seeing couples thrive. The three also touch on good routines that couples ought to focus on. 

(29:51-39:15): What did we preach? Brian and Ian discuss what they spoke about in their sermons on Sunday. Brian touched again on the book of Daniel, this week in chapter 8. Even when the world feels broken. God can be trusted. Ian is in the book of Acts and talked about the practices and rhythms of the early church. 

(39:15-50:20): Julie Roys writes “James MacDonald Issues “My Repentance” on Facebook”. The former Chicago-land church leader was removed from leadership position almost a year ago, and has already tried to re-enter leadership. He posts on Facebook an apology regarding his path to redemption. 

(50:20-1:00:33): Wade Mullen writes “What I’ve Observed When Institutions Try to Apologize and How They Can Do Better”. He touches on authentic apologies and the fear of losing credibility because of a mistake. Brian and Ian discuss this and reflect.

(1:00:33-1:09:49): Hans Pasco posted a satirical comic on Facebook depicting Jesus speaking with a business owner suggesting he put a fish symbol in the corner of his company’s logo. Jesus suggested he represent Christ through his actions instead of a symbol. 

(1:09:49-1:16:50): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Germany really doesn’t want you riding e-scooters, and a new fecal artform is taking wind in the UK. In a galaxy far, far away, Jesus is calling, and the trafficking ring is starting to cut into the department store industry. Meanwhile, the new F-150 Banana Edition is taking the streets.

(00:00-37:15): Jenna Perrine joins Ian to talk about mental health and lament as a christian. She is in a battle with ending the stigma of mental health and working to make it a norm in the church to talk about. Jenna goes into her life in Northern Ireland and how her desire to lament was stifled and not welcome. She also offers a step-by-step lamenting source on her website here: https://www.jennaperrine.com/. 

(37:15-47:16): Daniel Hudson's decision proves the daughter he and his wife just welcomed is in good hands. Brian and Ian admire the Nationals’ pitcher and his efforts to keep his priorities with his family. 

(47:16-57:48): InterVarsity can require its leaders to be Christian, judge rules. An issue arose when Duke kicked this group off of campus because they say they violated the “no discrimination” policy. However, Brian and Ian disagree and refer to this article by Emily McFarlan Miller in Religion News. 

(57:48-1:08:03): Brian and Ian touch on the “5 Most Misused Bible Verses”. Shane Pruitt writes this piece in Relevant Magazine. This Bible is not merely a collection of quotes or one-liners but is literally the Word of God.

(1:08:03-1:16:27): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Rub the lotion on your phone? Make sure you have the right getaway car, or you’re going to jail, and don’t eat alcohol...because you can’t? Meanwhile, Christmas is right around the corner (not really) so ask drunk santa to bring you an inflatable RV.

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(00:00-37:15): Jenna Perrine joins Ian to talk about mental health and lament as a christian. She is in a battle with ending the stigma of mental health and working to make it a norm in the church to talk about. Jenna goes into her life in Northern Ireland and how her desire to lament was stifled and not welcome. She also offers a step-by-step lamenting source on her website here: https://www.jennaperrine.com/. 

(37:15-47:16): Daniel Hudson's decision proves the daughter he and his wife just welcomed is in good hands. Brian and Ian admire the Nationals’ pitcher and his efforts to keep his priorities with his family. 

(47:16-57:48): InterVarsity can require its leaders to be Christian, judge rules. An issue arose when Duke kicked this group off of campus because they say they violated the “no discrimination” policy. However, Brian and Ian disagree and refer to this article by Emily McFarlan Miller in Religion News. 

(57:48-1:08:03): Brian and Ian touch on the “5 Most Misused Bible Verses”. Shane Pruitt writes this piece in Relevant Magazine. This Bible is not merely a collection of quotes or one-liners but is literally the Word of God.

(1:08:03-1:16:27): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Rub the lotion on your phone? Make sure you have the right getaway car, or you’re going to jail, and don’t eat alcohol...because you can’t? Meanwhile, Christmas is right around the corner (not really) so ask drunk santa to bring you an inflatable RV.

(00:00-10:12): Comedian John Crist Cancels Tour Over Sexual Harassment Allegations. Brian and Ian discuss the disgust they have for this situation. They also talk about some responses they have heard from people nullifying Christ’s actions. He is a Christian leader regardless, this isn’t an excuse.  

(10:12-19:33): Jeff Sessions was escorted off of Northwestern University’s campus after delivering his speech. Video posted online shows protesters trying to enter the building from a rear entrance — until a group of police officers intervenes. Brian and Ian talk about cancel culture and how this instance is not an example of it. 

(19:33-29:58): Scott Sauls writes “BEHAVING “CHRISTIANLY” IN OUR POLITICS” and Brian and Ian discuss the dangers of associating politics and religion. Ian makes a point about differentiating our AFFILIATION with political parties and IDENTIFYING with a political preference.

(29:58-38:43): Sesame Street turns 50! Brian and Ian talk about how this show has been through three generations. Russell Moore writes this “What the Church Can Learn from Sesame Street”. We touch on the topics Sesame Street tackled on the show; from disabilities and racial equality. 

(38:43-49:28): Francis Chan announced that he is moving to Myanmar to be a missionary. He talks about his trip recently to Asia where he was meeting people who haven’t even heard the name of Jesus. Brian and Ian talk about the comparison to going to an un-fished pond.

(49:28-58:49): Microsoft Japan experimented with a 4-day work week, saw an increase in productivity. The tech giant recorded an almost 40% jump in productivity levels after cutting its work hours as part of a wider project to promote healthier work-life balance. Brian and Ian talk about healthy work environments.

(58:49-1:08:56): Michael Foust writes on Christian Headlines “Abortion Is Loving and Selfless, Says Controversial Pro-Choice Campaign”. Brian and Ian touch on this disturbing story and express how the lines drawn between sarcastic conversations and meaningful conversation has moved. How are we to talk about this topic?

(1:08:56-1:16:33): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: This truck is Bananas B-A-N-A-N-A-S! Off duty cop undercover as a clown mistakes clown undercover as a cop, and we are looking for progress not perfection. If you die in jail and come back, did you serve your life sentence? Meanwhile, don’t move next door to a chainsaw enthusiast. 

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