March 9, 2020

(00:00-09:05): Michael Foust writes “Trump: 'You Can't Turn Your Cheek' When Attacked as President or You'll Lose” in Christian Headlines. Brian and Ian talk about this famous quote in the Bible, and how it may not mean exactly what we think it does. (09:05-18:30): Yes, Christianity Is a Religion, Not Just a Relationship. The rituals and organization play necessary roles. Brian and Ian talk about this concept of religious-less Christianity, and how it isn’t the correct way of viewing it. (18:30-27:54): Watch Ben Affleck Talk About Faith and Doubt With Erwin McManus. Brian and Ian listen to the actor’s remarks on approaching God and seeking him out. (27:54-37:25): Biblical Literalism among American Protestants. Pastors, denominational leaders, and curious Christians need to be reassured—American Christianity is not becoming more liberal. (38:22-48:39): Karl Persson writes in Patheos “Mental Illness and and the Darkness of Lent”. Brian and Ian reflect on this thought-provoking perspective on the season of Lent. (48:39-1:09:17): We are joined by the co-founder and president of True Justice League, Abigail Robert. She is a Junior at Naperville Christian Academy and has chosen to take extra-curricular activities to the next level by fighting human trafficking. They are hosting an event called “Breaking the Chains of Human Trafficking”. (1:10:21-1:17:09): Brian and Ian “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.