On This Episode:

-Matt Chandler recently preached a sermon we all need to hear.

-AOC tries to use religion in an argument. It's not good.

-I have some deeper thoughts from the Super Bowl.

On This Episode:

TIM KELLER, STEVEN COLBERT AND PARAMETERS OF COMPLIMENTS (0:00-16:25)

Recently, Tim Keller commended Steven Colbert for how Colbert articulated his Catholic faith. Other Christian thinkers expressed their displeasure at Keller at this. While I have some nuanced criticism on what Keller FAILED to say, it's important that we do get his core point.

THE CANADIAN TRUCKER FREEDOM CONVOY (16:25-35:33)

I affirm most of the sentiments expressed by this movement -- while also recognizing some terrible people with evil ideas are trying to attach themselves to it. However, it's important that we're all consistent about positions regarding the method of expression. I find hypocrisies abound on every side about this one. I have a Third Way to think about it.

BILL MAHER CONTINUING TO BE ONE OF THE FEW SANE VOICES LEFT OF CENTER (35:33-End of Show)

Bill Maher is saying things about Covid policy that many of us have been saying for two years. He just does it with more humor. I'll play his thoughts and respond.

I'm in a giant rush, uploading this, so.... just thanks for listening!

There's a lot on this show, but I'm short on time, so here are some key words:

-Oklahoma legislator tries and fails to dunk on pro-life people.

-Listener feedback on Encanto and on fallen pastors

-Political Quiz on being for truth over tribe

-Lecrae's controversial Tweet.

On This Episode:

A LESSON ON THE CHURCH AND LISTENING TO THE NEWS CHRISTIANLY

An NPR story about Christian Nationalism led me to some thoughts about the American church, but also gives us a chance to work on our listening skills.

REVIEW OF "ENCANTO"

It's important that we are not just consumers of media. We need to engage and process our media diet. I'll help you do that as we talk about Bruno-o-o-o-o.

LESSONS FROM A DISASTROUS FEW WEEKS IN THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION

We learn a lot on how to lead by looking at the disaster of the last two weeks in Washington.

On This Episode:

SANCTITY OF LIFE SUNDAY (0-13:00ish)

Sanctity of Life Sunday is here, and it's important that you're equipped to be mobilized to love the unborn and their mothers really well.

BETHEL WORSHIP "JESUS IS LORD" SONG HAS SOME ISSUES (13:00ish-20:00ish)

I recently heard this song, and I think it misses the mark on some theological rigor. I'll explain.

POLLING FROM CHURCH MEMBERS (20:00ish-34:00ish)

Some extensive research was just released that asked American church members what they wanted to be different in their churches. I suspect the answers might surprise you.

WE'RE IN A "THIRD WORLD CULTURE" (34:00ish-End)

I'm reading a book right now that introduced me to this concept. We live in an "anti-culture" that primarily tries to destroy any institution of restraint. The book helps orient us during this disorienting time.

On this Episode:

-A Rash of fallen pastors. What's causing it?

-What is Christian "Social Justice"

-The Christian sexual ethic is now seen as immoral -- not just weird.

-Why do Christians obsess with celebrities?

-Let's talk Covid.

On this Episode:

NEW YEARS GOALS

In the new year, I want to endeavor to be less hurried, better to emulate, and to make peace -- not just keep peace. Let me elaborate, and maybe you'll want those goals too.

NEW YEARS PREDICTIONS

I'll offer some predictions for 2022.

RAPID FIRE:

-What happened at the Tower of Babel?

-Spiderman Review

-Epigenetics

Christmas Day is upon us. Advent season follow. Let me help prepare you to celebrate.