September 4, 2019

(00:00-09:25): Ian says that comedians are our modern day prophets. John Crist is not an exception. He posted a satirical video advertisement about the new app “GetOffended”. He is pressing on how people overreact to things that push their buttons. (09:25-18:56): Derek Rishmawy writes “Praying With Fire” in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian touch on the sanctity of prayer and how we must not flippantly approach God in prayer. Instead, take your moments of prayer seriously and recognize how powerful and present God is. (18:56-28:33): “America’s Microwave Christianity—The Heart of the Present-Day Church Must Change” writes Shane Idleman in Christian Headlines. Brian and Ian touch on how modern churches may or may not be drifting from centralizing the seeking of God. (28:33-37:59): Scott Sauls Tweeted, “If Christians redirected their energy away from complaining about political leaders toward praying for the flourishing of society instead, I’ll bet you five dollars it will make a much bigger and better difference.” Brian and Ian talk about it and react to Facebook comments from listeners (37:59-47:16): We are joined by Matt Soerens, an author and director from World Relief. He is here to talk about the narrative of what Christians and Americans think of immigrants and refugees. (47:16-56:20): Matt touches deeper on what the Bible says about immigrants. What do we as Christians do about those immigrating here unlawfully. Does that mean we should keep them from the church and not care for them? Matt says no. (56:20-1:05:40): What is the fear surrounding immigration? Matt talks to us about how the media depicts immigrants and the information provided to listeners. He urges people to look at the facts. (1:05:40-1:15:11): Matt finishes out the hour with us to touch on his books and how he feels the climate of this topic will change. You can visit World Relief’s website here to support their needs as well as learn more about their mission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.