In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas discuss the recent controversy between Pastors Joel Webbon and Tobias Riemenschneider. This discussion is meant to provide a ballast and inform those who want to know. The episode focuses on pastoral care, the nuances of online versus local ministry, and the role of truth and respect in handling disputes. They explore the importance of maintaining a non-anxious, fatherly presence in ministry, the pitfalls of contempt for elder pastors, and emphasize the significance of slow, thoughtful communication in the digital age. They end with reasons for hope in truth, the Gospel, and the Church's ability to handle conflict well.

00:00 Introduction to the Current Reality Podcast

02:12 Personal Updates and Reflections

02:48 Adoption Journey and Family Life

07:42 Church Growth and Financial Miracles

09:53 The Wilson-Webben Controversy

19:50 Public vs. Private Pastoral Care

26:29 Intelligence vs. Arrogance in Ministry

33:43 The Importance of Tone in Communication

38:14 Tucker's Nonverbal Communication

38:44 Emotional Intelligence in Communication

40:12 Handling Conflict with Composure

42:54 The Role of Pastors as Fathers

50:08 Balancing Online Platforms and Local Church

52:08 The Impact of Controversy on Ministry

59:20 Respecting Spiritual Fathers

01:07:11 Navigating Social Media and Truth

01:19:03 Reasons for Hope in Conflict

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