June 4, 2019

(00:00-10:15): James Holzhaur’s Jeopardy! run is over! The Chicago native was just shy of the all-time show record. Also, Pastor David Platt explains the President’s unexpected appearance at McLean Bible Church over the weekend. Was it a ploy to score political points? Brian and Ian touch on these topics. (10:15-20:16): Simon Sinek is the king of short, concise, and convicting sound bites. Ian picks from his Facebook feed and reflects on Sinek’s take on leadership and humility. He also points out the important distinction between leadership and authority. (20:16-30:15): Iraqi Christian burned alive three times survives and ‘sees Jesus’ in a vision. Brian and Ian discuss this amazing article and example of a miracle. They read it verbatim and react to it with raw amazement, but also admit to being skeptical about unbelievable examples such as this. Do you think miracles still happen as they did in the Bible? (30:15-40:13): What is the difference between performance music and worship music? Brian and Ian read a Christianity Today article that highlights 6 important differences. They focus on differentiating the two and avoiding putting the attention on the musician, rather than God, in church worship sessions. (40:13-50:30): Brian and Ian dive into this amazing feature from the Washington Post. It is written by morning local news anchor, Peggy Wehmeyer. Ian reads the story in its entirety and reflects on this modern parable about loving your neighbor and expressing kindness to those who persecute you. (50:30-1:01:33): Pennsylvania institutes a state-wide ‘Day of Kindness’ in honor of Fred Rogers. The Pennsylvania native was one of the most beloved television personalities as he expressed his kindness through child-like wonder and humility. Brian and Ian reflect on Mr. Rogers’ legacy and how that his personality and values should be implemented in Christianity everywhere. (1:01:33-1:12:07): Three marks of humility in leadership. Brian and Ian mull over an article in Christian Leaders and apply it to leading a church. They emphasize the importance of being a steward to a congregation for the better of next generations. (1:12:07-1:18:39): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: A heartwarming story of a 101-year-old vet who flew to see his grandson’s commission into the Air Force Academy. On another note, Australia has new didgeridoo weapon restrictions, and metal melts...surprise. Don’t get cocky about traffic stops, you might end up looking like an idiot, and CERTAINLY don’t serve horses at McDonald’s