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On this week's episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Josh discuss the explosion of gambling in America, and how it could be indicative of a deeper spiritual crisis. Then, with our Faith & Culture: Deconstruction series coming up, they talk about what deconstruction is, how it can be helpful, how it can be harmful, and the reasons why people deconstruct. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!Links"The Secret Prayers of Gamblers" from Christianity Today"Sucker: My Year as a Degenerate Gambler" from The AtlanticCLICK HERE to register for Faith & Culture: Deconstruction, starting April 12!
On this episode, we welcome Kaylie Housewright, L.P.C.C. to the show to talk about why we need more than just passion and vision if we are going to succeed in ministry and leadership. Then, we are now nearly two weeks into the conflict in Iran, so Pastors Josh and Brian take some time to discuss their concerns and hopes about the conflict and look at how we can be praying for those involved. The episode ends with another round of I Know You're Lying!
On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh welcome Drew Rick-Miller from Science for the Church to the show to talk about how engaging with science can benefit both individual believers and faith communities. Then, with the conclusion of the Olympics, they reflect on what the multiculturalism of the Olympics can teach us about the Kingdom of God and the importance of celebrating diversity.LinksLearn More About Science for the ChurchWebsite: https://scienceforthechurch.org/Archive of newsletters (and to sign up for newsletter): https://scienceforthechurch.org/blog/Devotionals, Curricula and Worship Resources: https://scienceforthechurch.org/products/Look Closely written by biologist: https://scienceforthechurch.org/product/look-closely-ebook/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SciencefortheChurch/featuredChildren’s Sermon with NASA Astronomer: https://youtu.be/4PixJsKniNwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SciencefortheChurch/
On this episode, Pastors Josh and Brian welcome guest host Pastor Heather for a conversation about why shared experiences matter in our hyper-individualized world. Then, Christian Downs of Alpha USA joins the show to talk about how we can more naturally share our faith.
On this episode, Pastor Judah shares about his decision to step off of our staff team. He talks about what went into the decision, the support he's received from the congregation, and what he'll take with him from Bridgeway as he steps into his next season. Then Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian talk about how we can lead change in a way that maximizes the benefits and minimizes the harm.
In this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian reflect on 2025. They share some of their favorite books, movies, and TV shows, and share about the deeper moments that shaped the year.
On this week's episode, we welcome Bridgeway's newest pastor, our Missions Director Pastor Kayla Balangue, to talk about the importance of cross-cultural missions and how to keep cross-cultural trips healthy. Then, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh discuss some of the incredible truths about God we learn from the Christmas story.Links:"In Bethlehem, God Chose What is Weak to Shame the Strong" by Brad East
On this week's episode, we welcome author, speaker, and podcast host Arlene Pellicane to the program to discuss her new book Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life. She shares all sorts of practical, applicable wisdom that any married person can use to increase the joy, connection, and fun in their marriage!LinksArlene's WebsiteMaking Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for LifeThe Happy Home Podcast
On this episode, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian look at the "Words of the Year" from Cambridge Dictionary, Oxford Dictionary, and Dictionary.com and consider what those words tell us about what's going on culturally. Then, they discuss an article arguing that digital platforms are fostering an anti-intellectual Christianity that is more about talking points and winning arguments than the deep work of spiritual formation. Then talk about how we can resist this trend and why it matters. They end the episode with another round of Blessed of Stressed! Links"Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year is...""Oxford Word of the Year 2025""'Parasocial' is Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2025""Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age" from Juicy Ecumenicism
On this episode, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian look at the "Words of the Year" from Cambridge Dictionary, Oxford Dictionary, and Dictionary.com and consider what those words tell us about what's going on culturally.
Then, they discuss an article arguing that digital platforms are fostering an anti-intellectual Christianity that is more about talking points and winning arguments than the deep work of spiritual formation. Then talk about how we can resist this trend and why it matters.
They end the episode with another round of Blessed of Stressed!
Links
"Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year is..."
"Oxford Word of the Year 2025"
"'Parasocial' is Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2025"
"Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age" from Juicy Ecumenicism
On this week's episode, we welcome Chris Hoklotubbe and Daniel Zacharias to the show to discuss their new book Reading the Bible on Turtle Island: An Invitation to North American Indigenous Interpretation. Then Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah look at how our cultural lens shapes the way we approach Scripture, and practical strategies we can use to understand Scripture on its own terms.
Reading the Bible on Turtle Island by Chris Hoklotubbe and Daniel Zacharias
Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by Kenneth Bailey
Misreading Scripture Through Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O'Brien
In this week's episode, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian discuss the importance of a culture of honor in churches, organizations, and families. They look at why all of us are better off if we create cultures where people are honored and respected, how to avoid the excesses that cause honor cultures to go bad, and practical ways we can be honoring to those around us.
On this episode, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian talked about the gambling scandal that has rocked the NBA. They discuss the allure of gambling, how greed can still exist in our hearts even when we have a lot of resources, and why we need to be careful to watch for signs of greed in our own hearts. Then, with Halloween approaching this week, they discuss reasons why it is permissible for Christians to celebrate Halloween, as long as doing so doesn't violate their conscience.
On this episode, we welcome Dr. Mikel Del Rosario from Moody Bible Institute to talk about his brand new book, Did Jesus Really Say He was God? Then, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian talk about the importance of learning to defend our faith in a winsome manner and suggest practical resources to help us grow in our ability to do so.
Links:
Did Jesus Really Say He was God? by Dr. Mikel Del Rosario
The Apologetics Guy
www.wesleyhuff.com
The Reason for God by Timothy Keller
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
Tactics by Gregory Koukl
This week on the show, we welcome Nick Hall, founder and president of Pulse Evangelism, to talk about simple ways we can have easier, more natural conversations about faith with the non-Christians in our lives. Then, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian talk about where they've seen evangelism done well, and how all of us can be more evangelistic, even if we're not extroverts.LinksPulse Evangelism
On this episode, we welcome Dr. Chesarae Fletcher to the show for a conversation about the power of listening. Dr. Fletcher did her doctoral research on listening as a spiritual practice and provides valuable insights on barriers to listening and how we can be better listeners. Then, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian look at how principles that lead to better physical health can help us become more spiritually healthy.
The Listening Life by Adam S. Hugh
Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise by Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz
"You Haven't Heard Worship Music Like This" from Christianity Today
On this week's episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome songwriter, recording artist, and record producer Andrew Osenga to the show to talk about his fantastic new book, How to Remember: Forgotten Pathways to an Authentic Faith. Then they discuss how spiritual practices can help us resist being led astray by worldly values and can more deeply root us in the values of the Kingdom. They end the show with another round of Blessed or Stressed!
Links
How to Remember: Forgotten Pathways to an Authentic Faith
Andrew's Substack
Andrew's website
On this episode, we welcome Dr. Tanita Tualla Maddox, Young Life's National Director for Generational Impact, to talk about her new book, What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God. Next, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh examine new research indicating a significant increase in church attendance among Gen Z and Millennials. What does this resurgence mean, and what opportunities does it present? Then, they talk about how God can meet us when we're feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. We end the show with another round of I Know You're Lying!
Links:
What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God by Tanita Tualla Maddox
Dr. Tanita Tualla Maddox's website
New Barna Data: Young Adults Lead a Resurgence in Church Attendance
On this episode, Pastor Lance joins Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh to discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk. They discuss the horror of the event, what we can do about the rising tide of political violence in America, the problems that come when we make politics our god, and how the Church can respond in times of anger and division.
NOTE TO LISTENER: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED PRIOR TO THE HORRIFIC MURDER OF CHARLIE KIRK WHICH IS WHY YOU WILL NOT HEAR IT DISCUSSED HERE. ALL OF US CONDEMN THAT HEINOUS ACT, AND ALL ACTS OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE, IN THE STRONGEST POSSIBLE TERMS.On this week's episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian start with a conversation about how to navigate environments of supernatural ministry when we're uncomfortable. Next, Pastor Judah joins in for a conversation about our current crisis of hope, and some practical ways we can live more optimistically. Then, they look at white lies. Why do we tell them, and what are some reasons we shouldn't get too comfortable doing so? Then end with a game of One's Gotta Go!Links"A Message to College Students" from Axios"A Message to College Students, part 2" from Axios"I Stopped Telling Little White Lies for Two Weeks: This is What I Learned" from The Guardian
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