May 7, 2019

(0:00-10:59) Recent statistics show that white evangelicals have changed their attitude about how politicians behave in private. Brian and Ian look at these statistics and break down various factors including party loyalty, subconscious bias and policies. (10:59-20:52) Justin Bieber is in the news proclaiming the freedom he has found in Christ. In an age of celebrity Christians, are Justin's public declarations helpful or harmful. Brian and Ian discuss other recent statement's from Bieber, his life and the good/bad aspects of people being swayed by public figures. (20:52-29:28) Thru The Bible is a group dedicated to spreading the Gospel throughout the world. Organization president Gregg Harris comes on the show to share about the current Letter campaign. He also shares with Brian and Ian about ways people can be involved with Thru The Bible. (29:28-39:17) Scripture calls believers to rest on Sabbath, yet so many do not. Being family men and pastors, Brian and Ian take a steep drop into this conversation. They talk about the struggle to uphold Sabbath rest, the effects their decisions and choices have on their kids and owning up to when they make mistakes. (39:17-50:01) A recent Facebook post by Dan White Jr. has raised interesting questions. Particularly about American Christianity caught up in 'the idolatry of impact'. Ian and Brian look at examples within their own lives and pastoring careers as to the danger of seeking to make impact for wrong reasons. (50:01-1:01) Author Karen Ehman has a solution to couples reacting when their other half drives them crazy. It is rooted in God and his love and relationships with us. With Brian and Ian, Karen gives insight into what are some of the major conflicts of marriage and how to navigate them while holding fast to God. (1:01-1:12) Vacations are an enjoyable time and the memories they make can last forever. Brian and Ian share some of their favorite vacation stories and how these experiences made a profound difference not only in their lives, but the lives of their families as well. (1:12-1:18) Brian and Ian's Weird Stuff They Found On the Internet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.