May 13, 2019

(00:00-10:00) Vice President Mike Pence gave the commencement address at Liberty University over the weekend, and said that as Christians, the graduates should be prepared to be shunned and ridiculed. Brian and Ian discuss whether or not they believe that is true, and whether or not having your beliefs challenged can be helpful. (10:00-19:46) A school in Ohio has decided to eliminate valedictorians in an effort to lessen competitiveness. Brian and Ian give their thoughts on the idea as both pastors and parents. (19:46-30:50) Pastor John Collins is the Executive Pastor of Harvest Fellowship Church, he joined Brian and Ian to talk about the work Harvest Fellowship does, and a contest that AM 1160 listeners can join. (30:50-40:06) Brian and Ian share what they each preached at their churches over the weekend. (40:06-51:00) According to writer Cathleen Falsani, more millennials are coming to the church through practicing mysticism. Brian and Ian talk about the possible repercussions of that sort of faith journey. (51:00-1:01:35) Brian and Ian talk about the rise of Instagram-friendly congregations and balancing sharing faith and showing off. (1:01:35-1:18:01) New data shows that spending time with your family could have a negative impact on your career. Brian and Ian discuss what a healthy balance or work and family life looks like in 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.