Engaging Culture

What We Can Learn from How Ben Sasse is Dying

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Late last year, former United States Senator Ben Sasse was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer and given a few months to live. An experimental drug has extended his life by several months, and he has taken time during this final stage of his life to talk about America, what really matters in life, and how his Christian faith has shaped how he is approaching death. In this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian reflect on some nuggets of wisdom Sasse shared in a recent 60 Minutes interview.

Best of Engaging Culture - Leadership Axioms with Pastor Lance

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We are looking back at an episode we recorded at the end of 2019 with Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian. In this episode, they unpack practical leadership axioms that every Christian leader needs—whether you’re leading at work, at home, in ministry, or anywhere else.

The WHCD Attack

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this bonus episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Josh discuss the recent assassination attempt on President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the problem of political violence.

An Alternative to the Manosphere and Creation Care as an Act of Worship

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian discuss the problems with the "manosphere" and some ideas from a group seeking to promote a healthier version of manhood. Then, with Earth Day happening this week, they talk about the place of creation care in the Christian life. They end with a game of One Has to Go!

How Pain in the Present Might Be A Signal From the Past and How the Digital World is Impacting Our Ability to Think

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian start out by discussing how pain we feel in the present might be a signal that we have some unresolved pain in our past. They look at how we can have compassion on ourselves and bring that pain to the Lord for healing. Then, computer scientist and author Cal Newport says we need a revolution in how we think about the digital world, given its effect on our ability to think. Josh and Brian discuss why this is important and what this might look like. They end the episode with a new game, Explain It Like You're Wrong

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"There's A Good Reason You Can't Concentrate" from The New York Times

The Spiritual Longing Behind America's Gambling Epidemic and Understanding Deconstruction

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Josh discuss the explosion of gambling in America, and how it could be indicative of a deeper spiritual crisis. Then, with our Faith & Culture: Deconstruction series coming up, they talk about what deconstruction is, how it can be helpful, how it can be harmful, and the reasons why people deconstruct. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

"The Secret Prayers of Gamblers" from Christianity Today

"Sucker: My Year as a Degenerate Gambler" from The Atlantic

CLICK HERE to register for Faith & Culture: Deconstruction, starting April 12!

Why Passion Isn't Enough with Kaylie Housewright, L.P.C.C. and How to Think and Pray About the Conflict in Iran

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Kaylie Housewright, L.P.C.C. to the show to talk about why we need more than just passion and vision if we are going to succeed in ministry and leadership. Then, we are now nearly two weeks into the conflict in Iran, so Pastors Josh and Brian take some time to discuss their concerns and hopes about the conflict and look at how we can be praying for those involved. The episode ends with another round of I Know You're Lying!

Science for the Church with Drew Rick-Miller and What the Olympics Teach Us About the Kingdom of God

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh welcome Drew Rick-Miller from Science for the Church to the show to talk about how engaging with science can benefit both individual believers and faith communities. Then, with the conclusion of the Olympics, they reflect on what the multiculturalism of the Olympics can teach us about the Kingdom of God and the importance of celebrating diversity.

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YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SciencefortheChurch/featured

Children’s Sermon with NASA Astronomer: https://youtu.be/4PixJsKniNw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SciencefortheChurch/

Why Shared Experiences Matter and Christian Downs on How to Have More Natural Evangelistic Conversations

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Josh and Brian welcome guest host Pastor Heather for a conversation about why shared experiences matter in our hyper-individualized world. Then, Christian Downs of Alpha USA joins the show to talk about how we can more naturally share our faith.

Pastor Judah Leaving Staff and How To Manage Change

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Judah shares about his decision to step off of our staff team. He talks about what went into the decision, the support he's received from the congregation, and what he'll take with him from Bridgeway as he steps into his next season. Then Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian talk about how we can lead change in a way that maximizes the benefits and minimizes the harm.

2025 Year in Review

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian reflect on 2025. They share some of their favorite books, movies, and TV shows, and share about the deeper moments that shaped the year.

Why Missions Matters with Pastor Kayla Balangue, and De-sentimentalizing Christmas

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, we welcome Bridgeway's newest pastor, our Missions Director Pastor Kayla Balangue, to talk about the importance of cross-cultural missions and how to keep cross-cultural trips healthy. Then, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh discuss some of the incredible truths about God we learn from the Christmas story.

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"In Bethlehem, God Chose What is Weak to Shame the Strong" by Brad East

Making Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, we welcome author, speaker, and podcast host Arlene Pellicane to the program to discuss her new book Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life. She shares all sorts of practical, applicable wisdom that any married person can use to increase the joy, connection, and fun in their marriage!

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Arlene's Website

Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life

The Happy Home Podcast

What the Words of the Year Tell Us About The State of Culture and Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian look at the "Words of the Year" from Cambridge Dictionary, Oxford Dictionary, and Dictionary.com and consider what those words tell us about what's going on culturally.

Then, they discuss an article arguing that digital platforms are fostering an anti-intellectual Christianity that is more about talking points and winning arguments than the deep work of spiritual formation. Then talk about how we can resist this trend and why it matters.

They end the episode with another round of Blessed of Stressed!

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"Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year is..."

"Oxford Word of the Year 2025"

"'Parasocial' is Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2025"

"Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age" from Juicy Ecumenicism

What the Words of the Year Tell Us About The State of Culture and Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:51 GMT

They end the episode with another round of Blessed of Stressed!

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"Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year is..."

"Oxford Word of the Year 2025"

"'Parasocial' is Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2025"

"Anti-Intellectual Christianity in the Digital Age" from Juicy Ecumenicism

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island with Chris Hoklotubbe and Daniel Zacharias

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:16:11 GMT

On this week's episode, we welcome Chris Hoklotubbe and Daniel Zacharias to the show to discuss their new book Reading the Bible on Turtle Island: An Invitation to North American Indigenous Interpretation. Then Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah look at how our cultural lens shapes the way we approach Scripture, and practical strategies we can use to understand Scripture on its own terms.

Reading the Bible on Turtle Island by Chris Hoklotubbe and Daniel Zacharias

Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by Kenneth Bailey

Misreading Scripture Through Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O'Brien

Why A Culture of Honor Matters

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:23 GMT

In this week's episode, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian discuss the importance of a culture of honor in churches, organizations, and families. They look at why all of us are better off if we create cultures where people are honored and respected, how to avoid the excesses that cause honor cultures to go bad, and practical ways we can be honoring to those around us.

Gambling and Greed, and Can Christians Celebrate Halloween

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:36:25 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian talked about the gambling scandal that has rocked the NBA. They discuss the allure of gambling, how greed can still exist in our hearts even when we have a lot of resources, and why we need to be careful to watch for signs of greed in our own hearts. Then, with Halloween approaching this week, they discuss reasons why it is permissible for Christians to celebrate Halloween, as long as doing so doesn't violate their conscience.

Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, and Why All Christians Should Care About Apologetics

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:28 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Mikel Del Rosario from Moody Bible Institute to talk about his brand new book, Did Jesus Really Say He was God? Then, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian talk about the importance of learning to defend our faith in a winsome manner and suggest practical resources to help us grow in our ability to do so.

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Did Jesus Really Say He was God? by Dr. Mikel Del Rosario

The Apologetics Guy

www.wesleyhuff.com

The Reason for God by Timothy Keller

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

Tactics by Gregory Koukl

How to Have Better, Less Awkward Conversations about Faith with Nick Hall

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:44:43 GMT

This week on the show, we welcome Nick Hall, founder and president of Pulse Evangelism, to talk about simple ways we can have easier, more natural conversations about faith with the non-Christians in our lives. Then, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian talk about where they've seen evangelism done well, and how all of us can be more evangelistic, even if we're not extroverts.

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Pulse Evangelism

Listening as a Spiritual Practice with Dr. Chesarae Fletcher, and How Principles of Physical Health Can Help Our Spiritual Health

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:06:50 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Chesarae Fletcher to the show for a conversation about the power of listening. Dr. Fletcher did her doctoral research on listening as a spiritual practice and provides valuable insights on barriers to listening and how we can be better listeners. Then, Pastors Josh, Judah, and Brian look at how principles that lead to better physical health can help us become more spiritually healthy.

The Listening Life by Adam S. Hugh

Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise by Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz

"You Haven't Heard Worship Music Like This" from Christianity Today

How to Remember with Andrew Osenga, and Spiritual Practices as Resistance

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:00:27 GMT

On this week's episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome songwriter, recording artist, and record producer Andrew Osenga to the show to talk about his fantastic new book, How to Remember: Forgotten Pathways to an Authentic Faith. Then they discuss how spiritual practices can help us resist being led astray by worldly values and can more deeply root us in the values of the Kingdom. They end the show with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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How to Remember: Forgotten Pathways to an Authentic Faith

Andrew's Substack

Andrew's website

What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God, Young Adult Church Attendance Surging, and How God Meets Us When We're Overwhelmed

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:06:55 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Tanita Tualla Maddox, Young Life's National Director for Generational Impact, to talk about her new book, What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God. Next, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh examine new research indicating a significant increase in church attendance among Gen Z and Millennials. What does this resurgence mean, and what opportunities does it present? Then, they talk about how God can meet us when we're feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. We end the show with another round of I Know You're Lying!

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What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God by Tanita Tualla Maddox

Dr. Tanita Tua lla Maddox's website

New Barna Data: Young Adults Lead a Resurgence in Church Attendance

The Assassination of Charlie Kirk with Pastor Lance Hahn

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:34:00 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Lance joins Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh to discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk. They discuss the horror of the event, what we can do about the rising tide of political violence in America, the problems that come when we make politics our god, and how the Church can respond in times of anger and division.

Getting Comfortable with the Supernatural, A Crisis of Hope, and the Problem with White Lies

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:37 GMT

NOTE TO LISTENER: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED PRIOR TO THE HORRIFIC MURDER OF CHARLIE KIRK WHICH IS WHY YOU WILL NOT HEAR IT DISCUSSED HERE. ALL OF US CONDEMN THAT HEINOUS ACT, AND ALL ACTS OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE, IN THE STRONGEST POSSIBLE TERMS.

On this week's episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian start with a conversation about how to navigate environments of supernatural ministry when we're uncomfortable. Next, Pastor Judah joins in for a conversation about our current crisis of hope, and some practical ways we can live more optimistically. Then, they look at white lies. Why do we tell them, and what are some reasons we shouldn't get too comfortable doing so? Then end with a game of One's Gotta Go!

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"A Message to College Students" from Axios

"A Message to College Students, part 2" from Axios

"I Stopped Telling Little White Lies for Two Weeks: This is What I Learned" from The Guardian

Election Integrity with Ryan Ronco, Fasting with Kim Nieto, and 'Thoughts and Prayers'

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:16:54 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh welcome Placer County Registrar and Life Community Church elder Ryan Ronco for a conversation about election integrity and mail-in ballots. They discuss the process for counting ballots and why you can be confident in the integrity of our elections. Next, one of our Prayer Team leaders, Kim Nieto, stops by for a conversation about the value of fasting as we begin our annual churchwide 40-Day Fast. Then, Brian, Josh, and Judah look at the controversy surrounding the phrase 'thoughts and prayers', and explore why not all thoughts and prayers are created equal. They end the show with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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40-Day Fast information

Practicing the Way: The Fasting Practice - Right Now Media

Not All Thoughts and Prayers are Created Equal by Rich Villodas

AI's Impact on Critical Thinking, Better Than the News and 'Toxic' Empathy

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:12:53 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian begin with a conversation about AI and how it is leading to a decrease in the necessity to think critically. They explore why maintaining our critical thinking skills is crucial for our discipleship.

Next, they each share one helpful resource in a recurring segment we call 'Better Than the News'.

Then, while empathy is generally regarded as a positive trait, some argue that it can also be toxic. Josh and Brian look at these arguments and discuss what they get right and wrong about the value of empathy.

They end with a game, as always, and this time it's Would You Rather?!

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A Call to Prayer and Fasting, Sunday, August 31 @ 6:30 pm

Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel

The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher

The Jefferson Fisher Podcast

Jefferson Fisher on Instagram

Lost Causes with Nathan McInturf, A Framework for Better Decisions, and AI and Environmental Justice

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:23 GMT

On this episode, our hosts welcome Nathan McInturf to the show to talk about his new ministry serving the people of Uganda, Lost Causes. Next, they look at five questions we can ask to help us make better decisions. Then, they discuss the new Colossus xAI facility in Memphis, and why Christians should care about how it's impacting the people who live near it. We end the show with another game of Blessed or Stressed!

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Lost Causes

'We are the Last of the Forgotten': Inside the Memphis Community Battling Elon Musk's xAI

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars: https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/ Bridgeway's Sermons: https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/ Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Why Christians Should Care About Gerrymandering, Separating Fact from Fiction about Reparations

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:15 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah start by discussing gerrymandering in light of recent efforts to gerrymander Texas and California. They look at why it is harmful and why Christians should oppose it. Next, they discuss reparations and look to separate myth from reality. They end the show with another game of I Know You're Lying with special guest, Pastor Ashley Danz!

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The Princeton Gerrymandering Project

Arnold Schwarzenegger and a 'truly evil' war over the map of America

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Secondary Issues, The Danger of Perfectionism, and Churches as Businesses

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:21:20 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Judah, Josh, and Brian begin with a conversation around secondary theological issues. How do we differentiate between primary and secondary issues, and why do we argue about them so much? Next, they examine research on the real dangers of perfectionism and discuss how the gospel can help free us from perfectionistic thinking. Then, they discuss the tension that arises when churches operate as businesses. They look at whether that is truly necessary, and how to keep the church healthy when it is. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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"The Pain of Perfectionism" from The New Yorker

"How Can A Christian Perfectionist Find Rest?" from Christianity Today

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Homelessness in Placer County with Supervisor Bonnie Gore, Politics in the Pulpit with Matt Fleming, and Can Christians Manifest?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:03:45 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore to the show to talk about homelessness in Placer County and how we can serve those who are experiencing homelessness. Next, Sacramento Bee contributor Matt Fleming joins Brian and Josh for a conversation about the announcement that the IRS will not enforce the Johnson Amendment, which clears the way for churches to endorse political candidates. Then, it's common culturally to hear people talk about 'manifesting' something or 'speaking it into existence,' and our pastors will talk about whether or not this is a healthy and biblical practice. As always, we'll end the show with a ridiculous game!

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The Gathering Inn Hygiene Essentials Drive

Place County Homelessness Statistics

"Churches Must Resist the Urge to Make Sunday Services Political" by Matt Fleming

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Christianity and Psychology with Dr. Kevin Newgren, Recognizing Our Lenses, and Why We Should/Shouldn't Care About the Epstein Files

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:30:19 GMT

On this week's episode, Pastor Brian is joined by Dr. Kevin Newgren, from Kaiser, for a conversation about the connection between psychology and spirituality. Dr. Newgren will be presenting on Tuesday, July 29th, at Coffee & Theology (registration link below). Then, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about our tendency to view ourselves as 'normal' and others as 'different' and some practical ways we can overcome that. Next, they explore the recent stories surrounding the Epstein Files, and talk about good reasons and bad reasons for Christians to care what they contain. They close the episode with a new game, One's Gotta Go!

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Coffee & Theology Registration

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Grit, Guidance, and Getting Free

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 16:33:09 GMT

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Coffee and Theology with Dr. Carmen Imes

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Science as Worship with Dr. Kyle Watters, The Problem of Dehumanization, and Avoiding Escapism

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:00:49 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Josh and Brian welcome Dr. Kyle Watters, lecturer in the astronomy and physics department at Sac State and Coordinator of the Sac State Planetarium, to the show to talk about science as worship. Next, in our divided world, the use of dehumanizing language is on the rise. They talk about what it is, why it's a problem (especially for Christians!), and how we can make sure we aren't dehumanizing others. Then, they look at our tendency to want to escape grief and pain instead of processing it in healthy ways, and discuss strategies for dealing with our pain in a manner that leads to health. They end the show with another round of Hot Takes!

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Coffee and Theology with Dr. Kyle Watters

Sacramento State Planetarium

"'Severance' Makes A Case for Suffering" from Christianity Today

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Faith and Fitness with Kelsey Garcia, Spiritual Burnout, and What To Do With Biblical Commands about Peace

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:00:43 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh start by welcoming Kelsey Garcia to the show to talk about a new ministry at Bridgeway, Bridgeway Active! Find Bridgeway Active on Instagram HERE. Then, they look at factors that lead to spiritual burnout and what we can do to prevent it. Next, they examine some of what the Bible has to say about peace and discuss whether those commands apply to groups and nations or just to individuals. They wrap things up with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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"Confessions of a Burnt-Out Christian" from Relevant Magazine

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Iran, Christian Celebrity Culture, and Something Better Than the 10,000-Hour Rule

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:23:09 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah begin by discussing the United States' recent strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Then, they discuss Christian celebrity culture and the limits of relying on online influencers for our spiritual formation. Next, they look at Warren Buffett's alternative to the 10,000-hour rule and end the episode with another round of I Know You're Lying!

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"A War of Choice - The Wrong Choice" from Christianity Today

"Don't Blame Bible Prophecy for A War with Iran" from Christianity Today

"Israeli Attacks Bring Iranian Christians Both Fear and Hope" from Christianity Today

"Trump's Iran Strike Was A Mistake: I Hope It Succeeds" from The New York Times

"Trump Got This One Right" from The Atlantic

Pray for Iran from Elam Ministries

Praying for Iran: A Call to Intercede from Elam Ministries

"Warren Buffett Says Forget About 10,000 Hours of Practice - If You Want to Master Something, Do This Instead" from Entrepreneur

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The Problem of the Decline of Reading, What's Better Than the News, and New Research About the Health of Pastors

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:09:57 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian begin with a conversation about the decline of deep reading in Western culture and why that should concern us. Then, they introduce a new segment called "Better Than the News", where they share books, podcasts, and resources they are giving their attention to that are better than the news. Next, Pastor Judah joins the show to discuss new research on the health of America's pastors. He and Pastor Brian conclude the episode with a game of Blessed or Stressed.

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"Is the Decline of Reading Poisoning Our Politics" from Vox

"The Strengths and Struggles of Today's Pastors" from Barna

Bible Caddie podcast

BEMA podcast

Curiously, Kaitlyn podcast

Invitation to a Journey by M. Robert Mulholland

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Trump, Elon, and King Solomon

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:47:05 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh discusses what we have in common with the feud between the President and Elon, and what the book of Proverbs can teach us about it.

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The Ten Commandments in Classrooms, Is AI Our Tower of Babel?, and Elon Musk's Legacy at DOGE

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:00:34 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah begin by discussing a bill in Texas mandating that the Ten Commandments be displayed in public schools. They consider whether or not it is a good idea and how Christians should feel about it. Next, they examine the parallels between our pursuit of AI technology and the Tower of Babel story in the Book of Genesis, and explore ways to maintain a healthy use of AI. Then, as Elon Musk exits DOGE, they consider his legacy and discuss two of the most troubling funding cuts he and the department oversaw. They end the show with a new game, Hot Takes, where each of them shares an unpopular opinion that they sincerely hold and then defends it.

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"Chaos for Millions in HIV/AIDS Treatment Program in Africa" from Christianity Today

PEPFAR on Wikipedia

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Dr. Erin Devers on How to Be Less Biased

Thu, 29 May 2025 10:00:04 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Erin Devers, professor of psychology at Indiana Wesleyan University, to the show to talk about her new book, The Unbiased Self: The Psychology of Overcoming Cognitive Bias. She helps us understand why we're biased and provides us with practical tools to use in order to be less biased in our thinking.

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Buy The Unbiased Self

Read an excerpt for free

More about Erin

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David Heitzler on the Limitations of AI Therapy, Behaviors and Beliefs that Harm Happiness, and the Omnipresence of Temptation

Thu, 22 May 2025 10:00:32 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Josh and Pastor Judah begin with a conversation about behaviors and beliefs we need to get rid of if we're going to be happy. Next, Pastor Brian joins Pastor Josh to discuss the problem of temptation goods and how we can resist unhealthy temptations. Then, they welcome Bridgeway's Soul Care Director, David Heitzler, MFT, for a conversation about the limitations of AI therapy and the need for human relationships.

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"Temptation as a Public Policy Problem" from The Dispatch

"The (Artificial Intelligence) Therapist Can See You Now" from NPR

"Burro Racing Wins Over Backcountry Runners in Ode to Mining History" from The Associated Press

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The Most Gullible Generation, Pope Leo XIV, and When Change Is or Isn't Better than Nothing

Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:22 GMT

On this week's episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah start with a conversation about new research showing that Gen Z is the least able to tell fact from fiction online, and how all of us can become less gullible on the Internet. Then, they look at the multicultural background of Pope Leo XIV and consider how that background might influence his papacy. They also consider how their cultural backgrounds impact their leadership. Next, they talk about change. When is it helpful? When is it not? What are some ways we can assess if change is necessary? They conclude with a quiz where they attempt to distinguish between real and fake headlines.

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"How Gen Z Became the Most Gullible Generation" from Politico

"How Well Can Americans Distinguish Real News Headlines From Fake Ones?" from YouGov

Misinformation Susceptibility Test

"Who is Pope Leo XIV?" from The New York Times

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Derek Teel on What He Learned From a Life-Changing Accident; The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza; What Warren Buffett, Avengers, and Genesis Have in Common

Thu, 08 May 2025 10:30:21 GMT

On this episode, we welcome Derek Teel from Dialed Health to the show to talk about fitness, cycling, and how he recovered from a near-death accident. Next, we look at the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and how Christians should think and pray about it. We also talk about what Warren Buffett, the new Avengers movie, and Genesis 1 & 2 have to teach us about the value of work.

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Dialed Health

Dialed Health on Instagram

The Dialed Health Podcast

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Cicely Corry from Barna on Why Gen Z Women are Leaving Church, and How Churches Can Reverse the Trend

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:58:21 GMT

On this episode, our hosts welcome Cicely Corry, editorial director at Barna, to discuss some new research showing that Gen Z women are leaving the Church at a faster rate than Gen Z men. She also discusses how churches can reach this generation that is skeptical of church but still spiritually curious. Following the interview, they welcome two Bridgeway staff members, Emery Mena and Pastor Candace Lamphiear, to talk about their experiences as young women in the church and how churches can better reach this generation.

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Barna Group

Cicely Corry

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Remembering Pope Francis, Earth Day, and Different Kinds of "No"

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:25:25 GMT

In this episode, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh start by looking back on the life and legacy of Pope Francis, who passed away earlier this week. Then, with Earth Day falling on April 22, they consider what the Bible has to say about creation care and why Christians should care about the environment. Next, they look at three kinds of "no's" salespeople receive, and how understanding them can help us in our efforts to share our faith. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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"Francis, The First Latin American Pope, Dies at 88" from The New York Times

"Died: Pope Francis, Friend to Evangelicals" from Christianity Today

Katharine Heyhoe, Evangelical Climate Scientist

Evangelical Environmental Network

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Speaking Up About Toxic Leadership, The Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case, and Trusting Your Gut

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:42:48 GMT

On this episode of Engaging Culture, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah begin with a conversation about the appropriateness of 'calling out' leaders when we aren't under their care. When is it right, and when is it problematic? Next, they look at the problematic case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia's removal from the United States and what it says about the state of freedom in the United States. Then, they explore intuition versus impulsivity and discuss how, with God's help, we can develop a trustworthy intuition. They end the show with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

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"Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Man ICE Mistakenly Deported?" from The Associated Press

"Can You Trust Your Gut? The Pros and Cons of Intuition" from National Geographic

"Invasion of the Home Humanoid Robots" from The New York Times

"Why Not Attend Your Own Funeral?" from The Washington Post

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The Difference Between Concern and Panic, the Value of Boredom, and Why Palm Sunday Matters

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:12:40 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh begin by talking about the difference between appropriate concern and unhealthy panic, and what panicking about world events tells us about the state of our hearts. Next, they look at the value of times of boredom in our hyperstimulated world. They close out with a look at the theological significance of Palm Sunday and another round of 'I Know You're Lying.'

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"How to Be Less Afraid of Boredom" from Vox

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Getting Your Joy Back, Hostile Texting, and the Good and Bad of Personality Tests

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:53:43 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Josh begin with some practical tools we can use to get our joy back when we're feeling apathetic and unmotivated. Then, they look at some of the unique challenges of communicating over text and what we need to do to avoid being 'hostile punctuators.' They also discuss the prevalence of personality tests and how we can maximize their benefits while avoiding some of their limitations. They end the episode with another round of I Know You're Lying!

Links:

"Feeling Numb? 11 Ways to Overcome Anhedonia and Find Your Joy Again" from Real Simple

"Are You A Hostile Punctuator" from TIME Magazine

Links to Other Content:

Why Growing Spiritually is About More Than Information, the Importance of Free Speech, and the Value of an Open Mind

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:06:16 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian begin by discussing the danger of equating learning information about God with spiritual growth. Next, Pastor Judah is joined by free speech attorney Daniel Ortner to talk about the importance of free speech and why Christians should care about protecting it. Then, Judah and Brian talk about why strong faith can co-exist with an open mind. They end by talking about worship songs that they not-so-secretly don't like and a few they love.

Links:

"Are You Growing Spiritually, or Just Learning More About the Bible?" from Relevant Magazine

Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression

"Firm Faith Doesn't Require a Closed Mind" from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

Sins We Don't Talk About, Staying Present, and the Difference Between Fairness and Neutrality

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 09:17:39 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah start by discussing behaviors the Bible calls sinful that tend not to get much attention and why it's worthwhile to pay attention to them. Next, they talk about one crucial practice that can help keep us from getting overwhelmed by world events and stuff we read in the news. Then, they discuss the important differences between neutrality and fairness and how we can ensure fairness in our thinking and speaking, even when we're not neutral. They end with the always-entertaining game, Blessed or Stressed!

Links:

"Reality is Right Here" from The Imperfectionist

Links to Other Content:

Extroverting for Introverts, COVID 5 years later, and Pew's Research on Religion in America

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:59:57 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah look at some new research suggesting that small acts of extroversion make a huge positive impact on the lives of introverts and discuss how introverts can maximize these benefits. Then, with the five-year anniversary of COVID lockdowns passing this week, they reflect on the impact of that time personally, professionally, and societally. They close with a conversation about a huge recent study from Pew showing the religious and spiritual beliefs of Americans and their implications for how we approach evangelism and discipleship.

Links:

Introverts Should (Sometimes) Act Like Extroverts from Vox

30 Charts that Show How COVID Changed Everything from The New York Times

Pew: American is Spiritual, but Not Religious from Christianity Today

Religious Landscape Study from Pew Research Center

Links to Other Content:

Lent, Soaring Bible Sales, and Can I Be Honest?

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:15:19 GMT

We are now in the season of Lent, so Pastors Brian, Josh, and Judah begin this episode with a discussion of the purpose of the lenten season and the purpose of the spiritual discipline of fasting. Then, they look at recent increases in Bible sales and reflect on what that might mean for society at large. Next, they talk about the harm that comes from phrases like "Can I be honest?" and "I'm just sayin'" and how we can get better at communicating hard information in a kind and helpful manner. They end with another round of their game Who Said It?

Links

Lent and Fasting Resources:

How to Fast for Lent from Gravity Commons

"Why Christians Fast During Lent" from Christianity Today

The Fasting Practice, a free course from Practicing the Way

Fasting: The Ancient Practices by Scot McKnight

"Sales of Bibles are Booming, Fueled by First-Time Buyers and New Versions" from The Wall Street Journal

Links to Other Content:

The Thailand Mission Trip, Russia and Ukraine, Watching Who You Pretend to Be

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:05:07 GMT

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh start by hearing from Judah about the work God did on the recent mission trip to Thailand that he participated in. Next, they discuss the staggering rhetoric about Russia from the United States this week and the dangers of political enmeshment. Then, they look at 'extremism inflation' and the temptation many of us face to grow more extreme in our views (and how we can resist that). They end with a new game, "Real or Fake?!"

Links

"Be Careful Who You Pretend to Be" from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

The Church as Social Space, Fearing the Right Things, and the Consequences of Designer Babies

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:59:21 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Josh start with a conversation about the importance of viewing church as a place to be social. Next, in light of recent air travel tragedies, they look at our tendency toward fear and how to differentiate between helpful and unhelpful fear. Then, they look at new research showing the rash of mental health challenges that so-called 'designer babies' are having and explore what that says about our efforts to eliminate inconvenience from our lives.

Links:

Church in the Antisocial Century from Christianity Today

God Help the Designer Babies from WIRED Magazine

Links to Other Content:

Analyzing Super Bowl ads, Post-Covid Learning Loss, and the 70% Rule

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 15:00:09 GMT

On this episode Pastor Josh and Pastor Brian start out by analyzing some of the ads we saw during Super Bowl LIX, and reflect on what the ads tell us about the cultural moment we're living in.

Next, local elementary school teacher Jeremy Miller joins the show to talk about recent data showing that post-Covid learning loss is continuing, and how parents can best support students and teachers.

Then, Josh and Brian discuss "the 70% rule" and how it can help unlock creativity. They end with another round of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

"Seventy Per Cent" from The Imperfectionist

Links to Other Content:

The Promise and Limits of Ozempic, Understanding What DEI Is (and Isn't), and Battling Entitlement

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:45:55 GMT

Season 5, Ep 48

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Josh look at the promise of Ozempic and the limits of what it can do for us. Then, they discuss DEI and try to separate fact from fiction. Next, they look at what bad behavior on airplanes can teach us about entitlement. They finish with another round of I Know You're Lying!

Links

One on One With Frank Bruni

Why do Ozempic and Wegovy seem to treat everything? from New Scientist

Links to Other Content:

Thinking About What We Think About, Getting Comfortable Being Alone, and Quieting Our Critical Spirit

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:47:34 GMT

Season 5, Ep 47

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah begin by looking at the power of our thoughts and examining what Scripture calls us to think about. Next, they discuss the importance of solitude and why spending quality time alone is an underrated part of building healthy community. Then, they talk about our natural tendency toward criticism and look at how we can learn to be more gracious with others. They end the episode with another edition of Blessed or Stressed!

Links

Have You Considered? (Ten Things to Think About)

How to Get Better at Doing Things Alone from TIME Magazine

Links to Other Content:

TikTok Drama, Remembering Dr. King, and Understanding Addiction

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:01:17 GMT

Season 5, Ep 46

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah discuss the outcry surrounding a potential TikTok ban and what it says about our need for healthy digital habits. Then, Pastor Lance joins Pastor Brian for a conversation about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and about why racial justice is a high value at Bridgeway. Next, Pastor Brian is joined by David Heitzler, Bridgeway's Soul Care Director, for a conversation about the nature of addiction and how we can better understand it and better support addicts we know. We end the episode with another round of "I Know You're Lying" with Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian

Links

People Say Addiction Is A Disease. Mine Wasn't from The Wall Street Journal

Links to Other Content:

The Surgeon General's Key to Joy, How Acknowledging Death Can Help Us Live More Fully, and the Worst Ideas of the 21st Century

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:21:41 GMT

Season 5, Ep 45

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Josh begin by looking at the outgoing Surgeon General's parting prescription for America and how Christians can prioritize implementing it. Then, they reflect on our tendency to deny the reality of death and discuss how awareness of our mortality can help us live more fully. Next, they discuss some of BBC Science Focus's worst ideas of the 21st century and look at how we can be discerning when it comes to how we think about new technology. They end the show with another round of Blessed or Stressed.

Links

Vivek Murthy's Parting Prescription for America

You're Going to Die. That's a Good Thing. from The Atlantic

The Worst Ideas of the 21st Century (So Far) from BBC Science Focus

Links to Other Content:

The Power of Habits, The New Orleans Attack, and Remembering Jimmy Carter

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:03:29 GMT

Season 5, Ep 44

On the first episode of 2025, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome their new co-host, Pastor Josh Uht, to the show! They start by exploring some research around habits, how they impact us and how we can change them. Next, they talk about the terrorist attack in New Orleans and what the attacker's motivations can teach us about the importance of healthy community. Then, they reflect on the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter, who died recently at the age of 100. They close the episode with some ridiculous predictions for 2025 that will leave you laughing!

Links to Other Content:

2024 Year in Review

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 11:32:48 GMT

Season 5, Ep 43

In this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian look back on 2024 and share some of their favorite books, movies, shows, ministry moments, and more from the year.

Links to Other Content:

Declining Standards for Leaders, The Response to the United Healthcare CEO Murder, and Questions for Better Friendships

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:58:29 GMT

Season 5, Ep 42

On this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian discuss an article claiming that our standards for leadership in public service have declined. They look at why this is and why it matters. Next, after the death of United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson, it provoked a range of responses online. Judah and Brian talk about what these responses tell us about the mindset of Americans. Next, they talk about questions we can use for deeper, more meaningful conversations with friends. They end the episode with some Christmas movie trivia (spoiler alert: they are both very, very bad at it).

Links

"The Standards for Public Service Have Gone to Pot" from The Wall Street Journal

"What the Glorification of Luigi Maglione Reveals About America" (podcast), from The Opinions

"What Secretly Annoys You? Seven Expert-Approved Questions to Ask for Stronger Friendships" from Stylist

Links to Other Content:

Non-Christian Evangelicals, the Fall of Assad, and the End of the Eras

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:30:14 GMT

Season 5, Ep 40

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah start by talking about the surprising rise in people who call themselves Evangelicals but reject foundational Christian doctrines. Then, they look at the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria and what that means for the Syrian people, and especially Syrian Christians. Next, with the Eras Tour ending on Sunday, they talk about the cultural impact of the tour. They end the episode with another rendition of Blessed or Stressed.

Links

The State of Theology- Research showing the theological beliefs of professing Evangelicals

"The Rise of the Non-Christian Evangelical" from Ryan Burge

"For Taylor Swift, if the End of the 'Eras'" from The New York Times

"Sorry Kale, Beans are the New Nutrition Obsession" from The Wall Street Journal

Links to Other Content:

Culture, Race, and Community

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 10:28:19 GMT

Season 5, Ep 40

In this episode, Pastor Judah and his guest, Josh Uht, discuss how our culture, race, and community impact our lives.

Links to Other Content:

Parenting Babies, Avoiding Communication Mistakes, and Paul's Antidote to Polarization

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:51:11 GMT

Season 5, Ep 39

In this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah begin by welcoming three new parents on the Bridgeway staff to discuss what becoming parents has taught them about themselves and God. Next, Brian and Judah discuss common practices that harm our communication and how to avoid them. They close with a discussion of a Christianity Today article that shows how the writings of Paul in the New Testament can teach the church how to overcome polarization.

How to Break Eight Toxic Communication Habits from TIME Magazine

Paul's Prescription for a Polarized Church from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

A Pre-Election Post-Election Retrospective

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:43:47 GMT

Season 5, Ep 38

In this episode, recorded the day before Election Day, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about what they have observed during this election cycle. They discuss what is concerning them and what they are hopeful about as we look to the future.

The Antidote for Election Anxiety from Christianity Today

Links to Other Content:

Rejection 'Therapy', Stress vs. Burnout, and Halloween

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:26:14 GMT

Season 5, Ep 37

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah begin by talking about the recent social media trend of rejection 'therapy.' Then, they explore the differences between stress and burnout, and why it's important to recognize the difference. Last, they discuss if Christians can celebrate Halloween and play a game of Blessed or Stressed.

Links:

Rejection Therapy is Trending on TikTok. Here's What Experts Have to Say About It, from CNN

Rejection Therapy is All the Rage on TikTok Don't Count on It Working, from Fast Company

What's The Difference Between Stress and Burnout, from Self Magazine

Links to Other Content: Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars: https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/ Bridgeway's Sermons: https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/ Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Understanding Prophecy, Detecting Disinformation, and Young Adult Inclusion

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 14:14:38 GMT

Season 5, Ep 36

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah begin by welcoming Kim Nieto, one of Bridgeway's Prayer Team leaders, to the studio for a conversation about the spiritual gift of prophecy. Next, they talk about how we can get better at spotting disinformation and misinformation. Finally, they look at how churches can do a better job of making space for young adults.

"How to Spot Lies in the Age of Misinformation" from Relevant Magazine

"The Real Reason Churches Have a Young Adult Void" from Relevant Magazine

Why We're Not Talking About the Election, Redefining "Making It," and Euthanasia

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:01:24 GMT

Season 5, Ep 35

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah begin by talking about why they haven't been talking about the election on the show, and how they're getting ready to vote. Then, the discuss the anxiety many of us feel to reach life milestones and achievements, and they look at a healthier way of thinking out our lives and priorities. Last, they look at how Canadian churches are tackling the issue of medical assistance in denying, and weigh how Christians should think about euthanasia.

"The Impossible Promise of 'Making It'" from Vox

"Evangelicals Struggle to Preach Life in the Top Country for Assisted Death" from Christianity Today

"Older Adults are Calling Out Things They Think are a Huge Waste of Money, and I Never Considered Some of Them" from Buzzfeed

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome, Staying Confident in the Face of Criticism, and Making the Most of Retirement

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:24:38 GMT

Season 5, Ep 34

On this episode, Pastor Judah is on vacation, so Pastor Brian welcomes several guests to the studio. First, he had Josh Uht discuss recent findings about imposter syndrome, and how we can keep it from sabotaging us. Next, Pastor Anthony Lipscomb joins him to talk about maintaining confidence when we are criticized. Finally, Mark and Lisa Roome, who lead Bridgeway's BridgeBuilders ministry, talk with him about a recent article in Christianity Today about making the most of our retirement years.

Call Your Own Bluff from BBC Science Focus

How to Stay Confident When You're Being Criticized from The Friendly Mind

Boomers: Serve Like Your Whole Life is Ahead of You from Christianity Today

Gen Z is Bringing Back "Vintage" Point-and-Shoot Cameras from The Wirecutter

Telling the Truth about Springfield, the Challenge of Loving Your Job, and Gen Z Men

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:44:22 GMT

Season 5, Ep 33

In this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah talk about the misinformation about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. They discuss the incentives politicians have to spread misinformation and the real-world harm it does. Next, they look at new research around the 'dangers' of loving your job and talk about how to keep work in its proper place. Finally, they welcome BYA student Noah Hamm to the studio to talk about some of the specific challenges Gen Z men are facing in society.

Haitians in Ohio find solidarity at church after chaotic week of false pet-eating claims, from The Associated Press

Why Thousands of Haitians Have Settled in Springfield, Ohio, from the New York Times

The Passion Paradox: The Dark Side of Loving What You Do, from the NueroLeadership Institute

Too Many Choices, Making More Friends, and Supporting Teenagers in the New School Year

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:04:22 GMT

Season 5, Ep 32

Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah start out this episode looking at the problems Starbucks is facing because of too many choices on their menu, and what our desire for more choice says about us. Next, they welcome Pastor Heather Johnson to talk about how we can make friends in any season of life. Finally, the principal of Roseville High School, Ashley Serin, joins them to give some practical tips for supporting teenagers as they step into the new school year.

Starbucks is In Trouble. Let’s Blame Those Picky Customers Who Hold Up the Line, from the Sacramento Bee It’s Never Too Late to Make New Friends, from Time Magazine The Paradox of Choice, TED Talk by Barry Schwartz If You Live In The United States, Here Are 18 Unusual Bucket List Destinations You Won't Need Your Passport For, from Buzzfeed

Understanding Anger, Innocents in Gaza, and Keeping Sports Fandom Healthy

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 13:27:20 GMT

Season 5, Ep 31

This episode of Engaging Culture has a little bit of everything. First, Pastors Judah and Brian talk about anger and its appropriate place in our lives. Then, they reflect on the war in Gaza and our call to care about the suffering of innocent people. Next, with football season right around the corner, they talk about how to engage with sports in a healthy and community-building way. Finally, they close with another game of Blessed or Stressed.

Show Notes:

In Our Anger Era from Christianity Today

On the Place of Anger in the Christian Life from Gravity Commons

Superfans, Dopamine, and Reading the Bible in Color

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:33:33 GMT

Season 5, Ep 30

In this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian discuss superfandom. What makes a superfan, and what does our tendency to become super fans say about the longings God placed in our hearts? They also look at how dopamine impacts our daily lives and the benefits of Bible commentaries and translations that come from various cultural backgrounds.

Show Notes:

Are Superfans Happier than the Rest of Us? from The Wall Street Journal

A Dopamine Menu from Stylist Magazine

How to Read the Bible in Color from Christianity Today

The First Nations Version of the Bible

It's Not As Bad As You Think, Why Lying Can't Get Us to the Truth, and Better Political Conversations

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:16:02 GMT

Season 5, Ep 29

In this episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian look at some new research that shows humans actually aren't getting worse (despite what we may think). They also discuss the importance of remaining vigilant about telling the truth and share some principles for better political conversations.

Show Notes:

From The Wall Street Journal: "The World Actually Isn't Going to Hell in A Hand Basket" by Elizabeth Bernstein

From Christianity Today: "You Cannot Lie Your Way to Truth" by Russell Moore

Faith & Culture: Christianity and American Politics

The Olympics, Sonya Massey, and Understanding Biraciality

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:09:30 GMT

Season 5, Ep 28

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah share their favorite parts of the Olympics, and they welcome Patrick Rowe to talk about a law enforcement perspective on the Sonya Massey tragedy. Pastor Judah also interviews his friend Dr. Tamu Green about biraciality.

Supporting People Who are Grieving, Engaging with Gen Z & Building Social Skills & Likability

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:44:13 GMT

Season 5, Ep 27

In this week’s episode, Pastor Judah talks with Pastor Mark about coming alongside grieving people and walking through difficult times. Pastor Judah also talks with Pastor Cliff about engaging with Gen Z, what we can all learn from, and about the young folks of today. Additionally, this episode returns to the new “Blessed or Stressed” segment with Pastor Ashley where they each share something that caught their eye this week and decide if it causes them to feel blessed or stressed. Finally, Pastor Judah talks with Daniel Baarns, a Young entrepreneur who has learned the art of social skills, influence, and liability.

Links:

Pastoral Care
Stephen Ministry
Griefshare
High School Ministry
How to Win Friends & Influence People
Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It
Daniel Baarns Detailing Page: https://www.instagram.com/baarnsdetailing?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Comfort Crushers newsletter:

https://danielbaarns.beehiiv.com
Developing social skills? start here:

https://danielbaarns.beehiiv.com/p/sitting-strangers

Misunderstanding Happiness, Blessed or Stressed, Preventing Estrangement

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:31 GMT

Season 5, Ep 26

In this week's episode, Pastors Brian and Judah discuss happiness and why humans are so bad at predicting what will make them happy. They also examine the rise in adult children who are estranged from their parents and how to prevent estrangement. Finally, in a brand new segment, they each share something that caught their eye this week and decide if it causes them to feel blessed or stressed.

Links:

The Promised Land pilot episode
6 Surprising Things You Think Are Making You Happy - But Are Doing the Opposite From Time magazine
Do Your Socks Make You Look Old? Gen Z Thinks So. From The Wall Street Journal
Is Cutting Off Your Family Good Therapy? From The New York Times

Guns and Cussing... Oh My...

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:56:41 GMT

Season 5, Ep 24

In this episode, Pastor Judah welcomes guest host Josh Uht to the program. They discuss the controversial subjects of guns and cussing.

The Debate Aftermath and the Wedding Industry

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 13:28:34 GMT

Season 5, Ep 23

In this episode, Pastor Brian welcomes guest host Pastor Lance Hahn to the program. They discuss the fallout from last week's presidential debate and talk about a recent Christianity Today article about the pros and cons of the growth of the wedding industry.

Link: "Two Cheers for the Wedding Industrial Complex": https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/june-web-only/wedding-industrial-complex-family-fidelity-marriage.html?share=uwSVqpkDQqYv8j%2biSr9n5%2bv9qybquBqi

Better Conversations, The Trump/Biden Convictions, and Summer Movies

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:24:10 GMT

Season 5, Ep 22

On this week's episode, Pastor Judah and Pastor Brian discuss how to have better conversations, they react to the convictions of Hunter Biden and former president Donald Trump, and they share what movies they are excited to see this summer.

Links

36 Questions to Increase Connection: https://ggia.berkeley.edu/practice/36_questions_for_increasing_closeness

The Science of Having a Great Conversation: https://www.wired.com/story/the-science-of-having-a-great-conversation-research-social-connection/

The Laws of Connection: The Scientific Secrets of Building a Strong Social Network by David Robson: https://www.amazon.com/Laws-Connection-Scientific-Secrets-Building-ebook/dp/B0CL5CNKGP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D6INMZYRA6RZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rvoHkZZj8dH0vWC_q9Eu6Q.ILSLT9H2wAzdlBgW94wCPnq0UQWfGWInvrDZeV9XCu4&dib_tag=se&keywords=david+robson+the+laws+of+connection&qid=1718050780&sprefix=david+robson%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1

How to Know A Person: The Art of Seeing Others and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks: https://www.amazon.com/How-Know-Person-Seeing-Others-ebook/dp/B0BV65SS5X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MZ01TW9SCYY6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.RpjkRQgVgrhGZkNhbKIlUP13-1MJd8If6RIB2sTABgdnY_2qHKDMF4PgwhT58zj0AjnXaOGhaHDtv0uid-33mSddaEhrINXTkco6d3EDNJN4drjOV1IqnH6QPb-OVcFOf5Hp1aompV8gU2jx4Tkr9we_KmMpEx6dQLMTHFR7Li__EYlA_cL8vZQ9WwGGKJLNgC4qQ9ZzhInsdLUwxzNe_IDSuu1ebAwtDXGhYTPcSPQ._jMhOz8Yt5Kr7QVgNWMgkZPAhVxUJsQVO-j3xWDyZss&dib_tag=se&keywords=how+to+know+a+person+david+brooks&qid=1718050799&sprefix=how+to+know+a+person%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

Living as a Christian in a Politically Complex World- Session 4 - Faith and Culture

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:14:56 GMT

Christianity and American Politics- Session 4 Final Session.

In April 2024, Bridgeway hosted Faith & Culture: Christianity and American Politics, a four-week Sunday night series aimed at helping Christians understand the political world and approach politics in a more Christlike manner. Each session includes teaching from Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian, along with a short Q & A. In this final session, we engage in how we are to live as Christians in a world of diverse perspectives and opinions.

Can we make a difference?- Session 3 - Faith and Culture

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:18:21 GMT

Christianity and American Politics

In April 2024, Bridgeway hosted Faith & Culture: Christianity and American Politics, a four-week Sunday night series aimed at helping Christians understand the political world and approach politics in a more Christlike manner. Each session includes teaching from Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian, along with a short Q & A. In this session, we begin to look at our options for how we can engage.

A Historical Perspective- Session 2 - Faith and Culture

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:05:10 GMT

Complete Teaching Notes Bibliography Historical Survey of Church and State

Session 2: Christianity and American Politics: A Historical Perspective In this session, Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian look at some of the historical issues at play and they have shaped the political environment.

{In April 2024, Bridgeway hosted Faith & Culture: Christianity and American Politics, a four-week Sunday night series aimed at helping Christians understand the political world and approach politics in a more Christlike manner. Each session includes teaching from Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian, along with a short Q & A. }

Why? What's the problem?- Session 1 - Faith and Culture

Wed, 29 May 2024 09:04:15 GMT

Christianity and American Politics

In April 2024, Bridgeway hosted Faith & Culture: Christianity and American Politics, a four-week Sunday night series aimed at helping Christians understand the political world and approach politics in a more Christlike manner. Each session includes teaching from Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian, along with a short Q & A. In this session, our presenters look at some of the problems with how Christians are engaging with politics today, and how our political world came to be what it is.

Alcohol and Alcoholism

Tue, 28 May 2024 08:22:58 GMT

Season 5, Ep 21

On this episode, Pastors Brian, Judah, and Heather talk about a recent article in Christianity Today that highlighted a rise in alcoholism among women. They talk about different Christian perspectives on alcohol and how we can make the church a safer place for those struggling with alcohol to come forward to seek help.

Articles

Link: The Secret Sin of Mommy Juice: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/may-june/secret-sin-mommy-juice-women-alcoholism-wine-mom.html?share=uwSVqpkDQqbnzgJzM5yq9H92beXE0gLI

School Phone Bans and AI & the Church

Thu, 23 May 2024 15:26:59 GMT

Season 5, Ep 20

On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah are joined by Josh Uht, Bridgeway's Director of Connections and Communications. They talk about a new study revealing the benefits of banning phones at middle schools, and consider how Christians should interact with AI.

Articles

Norway's School Cell Phone Ban: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/norways-school-cell-phone-ban-boosts-student-grades-health-model-us-schools-parents-children-development-reading-abilities-mental-health-human-contact-policy

"Christians Shouldn't Fear AI" by Mike Kirby and Matthew Emadi: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/christians-fear-ai/

"A New Era of AI is Here and the Church is not Ready" by Russell Moore: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/may-web-only/chatgpt-4o-russell-moore-ai-church.html

"AI Preachers and Teachers? No Thanks, Say Most Americans" by Adam Macinnis: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2024/may/artificial-intelligence-skepticism-study-spiritual-chatbot-.html

"Uncanny Valley": https://www.britannica.com/topic/uncanny-valley

Praying with ADHD and Getting Attention Back

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:57:51 GMT

Season 5, Ep 19

On this episode, Pastor Brian shares about his journey with ADHD and how it has impacted his spiritual life. Pastors Judah and Brian also talk about strategies to increase our ability to focus, and the firestorm around the new iPad ad.

Articles

How to Pray with ADHD: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/may-june/adhd-mental-health-neurodiversity-pray-spiritual-discipline.html

Apple Apologizes for iPad Ad Depicting Crushed Creative Tools: https://apple.news/Ah8NSmEYYSUe2t1VK8p18HQ

5 Simple Ways to Reclaim Your Attention: https://apple.news/Ay7bZWMb-Q2ap2Xn6FDJNgg

Stolen Focus by Johann Hari

Recognizing Facts & Campus Protests

Wed, 08 May 2024 12:18:28 GMT

Season 5 Ep.18-

How can we tell the difference between fact and opinion? On this episode, Pastors Brian and Judah look at a new study that indicates Americans have a hard time doing this. They'll also comment on the protests that have been happening on college campuses, and look at the concept of non-religious church.

Articles

"Americans Struggle to Tell the Difference Between Fact and Opinion: https://thehill.com/changing-america/enrichment/arts-culture/4550432-americans-struggle-tell-difference-fact-opinion-study/

Safe Speaker, Parenting, and the Power of Presence

Thu, 02 May 2024 07:13:08 GMT

Season 5 Ep.17-

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome Bridgeway's children's pastor, Ashley Danz, to the program to discuss what a recent study reveals about the struggles parents are facing, and the one big thing we can do for our kids. Brian and Judah also discuss the latest developments in the effort to remove Mike Johnson as the Speaker of the House.

Articles

Parental loneliness: https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/mediaroom/pressreleaselisting/new-survey-finds-loneliness-epidemic-runs-deep-among-parents

One big thing: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/parenting-anxiety-happiness-children/677960/

Taking Compliments and Recovering From Church Hurt

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:40:16 GMT

Season 5 Ep.16- On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome Josh Uht, Director of Connections and Communications, to talk about why it can be so awkward to receive a compliment and what healing from church hurt looks like.

Abortion, Leadership, and Finding Purpose

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:55:39 GMT

Season 5 Ep.15- On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah welcome Pastor Anthony Lipscomb to talk about Bridgeway's Women of the Early Church class and the importance of women in leadership. Judah and Brian also look at a new study that indicates Gen Z is sadder than the rest of us, and, in light of the ruling in Arizona, they talk about how both sides of the aisle have flawed approaches to reducing abortions. Article:

Gen Z Happiness: https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/09/health/gen-z-happiness-gallup-wellness/index.html

Book Links:

Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Nijay Gupta

Finding Pheobe: What New Testament Women Were Really Like by Susan E. Hylen

The Ministry of Women in the Early Church by Dorothy A. Lee

Season 5 Ep.14- The Cost of Sports Gambling

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:00:50 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about the recent explosion in sports gambling activity and whether or not it's a problem. They also discuss the failure of the No Labels party to put forth a presidential candidate, and an article from a secular writer talking about the problems that arise with declining church attendance.

Join us for Love Roseville

Faith & Culture: Politics

Article:

https://theatlantic.com/newsletters/work-in-progress/

Season 5 Ep.13- Social Anxiety, Celebrities, and a USA Bible

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:35:30 GMT

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about why social anxiety is such a thing, what the Kate Middleton story teaches us about our objectification of celebrities, and why a "God Bless the USA" Bible is a problem.

Join us for Love Roseville

Cars and Coffee

Article:

"Come Out of Your Shell" from BBC Science Focus, March 2024 Apple News link

"There's No Such Thing as an American Bible" by Esau McCaulley https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/31/opinion/trump-bible-america.html

Season 5 Ep.12- TikTok, Politics, and Holy Week

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:16:12 GMT

Christianity and American Politics

On this episode, Pastor Lance stops by to talk about Bridgeway's upcoming Faith & Culture: American Politics lecture series. Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah also discuss the potential TikTok ban and reflect on what Holy Week means to them.

Christianity and American Politics

Article:

Beijing Is Ruining TikTok-https://apple.news/AXjd0CPmrQfqv0kEXu2mCug

Season 5 Ep.11- Immigration

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:51:16 GMT

Immigration is among the hottest of hot-button issues today. What is happening at our southern border? Why is this such a difficult problem to solve? How does our faith influence the way we think about this issue? Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah discuss all of that and more on this episode.

Season 5 Ep.10- The Race, the SOTU, and the Oscars

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 22:17:53 GMT

On this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about the race for president now that the field is down to two, they share what stood out to them from the State of the Union address and the rebuttal, and they look at what was notable at the 2024 Oscars.

Season 5 Ep.9- Political Homelessness, Unreliable News, and Church Leadership

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:17:59 GMT

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about why many Christians feel politically homeless, look at a recent column suggesting that many in Gen Z get their news from unreliable sources, and discuss how we can keep church leadership healthy.

Links

"Political Homelessness is a Good Place to Start" (may be pay walled) https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2024/march/political-homelessness-russell-moore-polarization.html

"I'm a Young Center-Right Voter: My Generation is Relying on Unreliable News Sources" (I reference that I saw this column in the Bee, but here is a non-paywalled version)

https://www.newsobserver.com/opinion/article285977551.html

Season 5 Ep.8 - Complaining, Finland, Happiness

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:03:57 GMT

How to Stop Complaining, Finland's Miraculous Reduction in Suicide, and the Happiness Disconnect

Articles Discussed in this Episode:

The Happy Way to Drop Your Grievances- https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/02/complaining-grievance-stoicism-happiness/677521/

The Finnish Miracle- https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/22/the-finnish-miracle-how-the-country-halved-its-suicide-rate-and-saved-countless-lives

Exploring Americans' Satisfaction with Their Personal Lives- https://news.gallup.com/opinion/polling-matters/610742/exploring-americans-satisfaction-personal-lives.aspx

Conference & Class Bridge To Wellness: $50/person Join us for a transformative two-day conference at Bridgeway Christian Church, where faith and mental health converge in a spirit of compassion, understanding, and renewal. REGISTERWomen of the Early Church: $30/person This exciting 8-week course will feature book giveaways sponsored by InterVarsity Press, fellowship, and teaching led by our very own Anthony Lipscomb, Ashley Danz, Josh Uht, Judah Sanders, Candace Lamphiear, Brian Kiley, Heather Johnson, and Lance Hahn. You don’t want to miss this unique learning opportunity! Tuesdays, April 2 – May 28, 6:30-8:30pm (no meeting May 21) Links to Other Content: Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars: https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/ Bridgeway's Sermons: https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/ Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5 Ep.7 - Race and Racism

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:15:20 GMT

Why We Need to Talk About It and How We Can Do So Healthfully.

Bridge To Wellness: Join us for a transformative two-day conference at Bridgeway Christian Church, where faith and mental health converge in a spirit of compassion, understanding, and renewal. This conference seeks to discuss the reality of mental health, inspire hope, and provide practical tools and resources for promoting mental wellness from a Christian perspective.
When: Friday, March 8 @ 6:00 - 9:00 pm & Saturday, March 9 @ 9:00 am - 12:00pm Where: Bridgeway Christian Church Cost: $50 person
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Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5 Ep. 6 - Engaging the Super Bowl

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:10:13 GMT

What Made Us Laugh, What Made Us Think, and What to Make of He Gets Us.

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5 Ep. 5 - Faith and Food

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:35:37 GMT

Food. We can't live without it, but an increasing number of Americans are having a hard time living with it. In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about how our faith can help us have a healthier relationship with food.

Bridgeway To Wellness: Join us for a transformative two-day conference at Bridgeway Christian Church, where faith and mental health converge in a spirit of compassion, understanding, and renewal. This conference seeks to discuss the reality of mental health, inspire hope, and provide practical tools and resources for promoting mental wellness from a Christian perspective.
When: Friday, March 8 @ 6:00 - 9:00 pm & Saturday, March 9 @ 9:00 am - 12:00pm Where: Bridgeway Christian Church Cost: $50 person
REGISTER

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons:

https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5 Ep. 4 - Rethinking retirement, a teen social media ban, and the growing gender gap in Gen Z politics

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 16:57:30 GMT

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah discuss a column from The Economist suggesting retirement is overrated, explore the merits of new legislation seeking to ban young teens from social media, and look at the growing gap in how Gen Z males and females think about politics. Links:

Retirement: https://www.economist.com/business/2024/01/25/why-you-should-never-retire

Social Media ban: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/jan/25/florida-social-media-teenager-ban-bill

Gen Z Gender Gap: https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-gender-gap-young-men-women-dont-agree-politics-2024-1?op=1

Season 5 Ep. 3 - The Boys Are Not Alright

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:05:59 GMT

In this episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah are joined by Patrick Rowe, one of Bridgeway's men's ministry leaders, to talk about a new study containing sobering research about the state of American men. They also talk about the spiritual gift of tongues and embarrass themselves with a music trivia game.

The article about THE STATE of AMERICAN MEN can be found here: https://www.equimundo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/STATE-OF-AMERICAN-MEN-2023.pdf

Event Links:

InCourage- Tuesday Nights
https://bridgewaycc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2056720

Men's Ministry @ Bridgeway

https://bridgeway.church/mens

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons: https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5 Ep. 2

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:01:03 GMT

In this week's episode, Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah talk about college graduates of 2024, the Iowa Caucus, Can you lose your salvation, how many 90's boy bands can you name, and more.

The article about 2024 graduates can be found here: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-01-10/class-of-2024-gets-ready-for-the-real-world-with-strange-vibes?leadSource=uverify%20wall

Links to Other Content:

Bridgeway's Faith & Culture Seminars:

https://www.bridgeway.church/faith-culture/

Bridgeway's Sermons: https://www.bridgeway.church/sermons/

Pastor Lance Hahn Podcast: https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Thought-Revolution-with-Lance-Hahn

Season 5: Introduction and Episode 1

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:24:07 GMT

Engaging Culture Season 5 with Pastor Brian and Pastor Judah. In this episode we introduce the new version of Engaging Culture take through different topics pulled from the news.

Distinctives Episode 5: Regional Unity

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 01:00:43 GMT

In this episode, we discuss what it means to have regional unity and why we make it a point to speak positively about other churches. We believe it's important for local churches to work together and there are specific ways Bridgeway practices regional unity.

Distinctives Episode 4: LGBTQ+

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 01:00:42 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the difference between acceptance and affirmation of the LGBTQ+ community and where Bridgeway falls on the topic. We also highlight how we can seek to create an accepting environment for LGBTQ+ individuals at Bridgeway.

Distinctives Episode 3: Racial Justice

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 01:00:34 GMT

Why is racial justice close to God’s heart? In this episode, we talk through ethnic tensions and racial justice and what the Bible teaches us about the importance of racial equality. With conversations about racial justice being so uncomfortable, we highlight how to have productive, Christ-centered conversations about the topic.

Distinctives Episode 2: Women in Leadership

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:00:46 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the two main viewpoints regarding women in church leadership and which stance Bridgeway teaches. We also discuss what women in leadership looks like at Bridgeway and what we aspire for it to look like. Finally, we answer the question, "how does a church lose out if it doesn’t include women in its highest levels of leadership?"

Distinctives Episode 1: Supernatural

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 06:00:52 GMT

In this episode, we cover what is means to be a supernatural ministry and the role Scripture plays in the way we think about and practice supernatural ministry. We also discuss how to keep a supernatural ministry healthy and what that looks like here at Bridgeway.

Engaging Culture: Update

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 13:21:24 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 10: Engaging the Social Dilemma

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:24:04 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 9- Engaging Election Season Without Losing Your Mind

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 19:45:03 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 8- Engaging in Fasting

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 19:45:00 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 7: The Connection Between Physical and Spiritual Health with Pastor Judah Sanders

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:31:50 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 6: Pastor Lance and Pastor Brian Respond to the News

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 14:31:53 GMT

Season 4, Ep 5:Keys to Banishing Fear

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 14:31:52 GMT

Season 4 Ep. 4 Preparing for Home-Based Learning

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 14:24:03 GMT

Season 4 Episode 2: Why We're Pro-Mask (Even Though We Hate Them)

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 14:24:04 GMT

Season 4 Episode 1: Engaging Law Enforcement

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 14:31:54 GMT

Season 3 Episode 26: How to Pursue Unity in a Divided World

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 14:24:29 GMT

Season 3 Episode 25: How to help Small Businesses

Tue, 05 May 2020 16:33:35 GMT

Bonus Episode: Let's Talk Lament

Mon, 04 May 2020 14:24:03 GMT

Season 3 Episode 24: What it's like to be a grocery store worker in a pandemic.

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 03:24:00 GMT

Season 3 Episode 23: Helping Your Kids Thrive During Times of Disruption

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:44:55 GMT

Season 3 Episode 22: Church and the Coronavirus

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 14:31:50 GMT

Season 3 Episode 21: How Jesus Redefines Manhood with Nate Pyle

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 14:27:29 GMT

Season 3 Episode 20: Health, Fitness, and Positively Influencing Young People with Sami Kader

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 22:59:10 GMT

Season 3, Episode 19: Finding Holy in the Suburbs with Ashley Hales

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 22:59:09 GMT

Season 3, Episode 18: Engaging Impeachment

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:24:03 GMT

Season 3, Episode 17: Engaging the Golden Globes

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 14:24:03 GMT

Season 3, Episode 16: Engaging doubt

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:24:04 GMT

Season 3: Episode 15: Engaging Leadership Axioms

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 22:59:05 GMT

We are Engaging Parenting

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 22:59:05 GMT

Season 3: Episode 13: Engaging Kanye West

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 14:31:54 GMT

BONUS Episode: Engaging a Multicultural World

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 04:35:39 GMT

Season 3: Episode 12: Engaging American Ninja Warrior

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:59:04 GMT

Season 3, Episode 11: Engaging Stuff That Matters

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:31:53 GMT

Season 3 Episode 10: Engaging Prison Ministry

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 22:59:00 GMT

Season 3 Episode 9: Engaging with Depression and Anxiety

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 14:31:53 GMT

Season 3 Episode 8: Creatively Engaging Culture

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 16:20:30 GMT

Season 3 Episode 7

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 22:23:23 GMT

Season 3 Episode 6: How to Positively Influence Young People

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 02:12:33 GMT

Season 3, Episode 5: Exploring the Enneagram

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 04:57:59 GMT

Season 3, Episode 4: Pornography & Sexual Wholeness with J.T. and Janel Thomas

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:51:10 GMT

Special Episode: Steve Carter Interview – Engaging Faith in Sports

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 03:23:57 GMT

Season 3, Episode 3: Addiction and Recovery AUDIO ONLY

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:31:49 GMT

Season 3, Episode 2: Brian Mede- AUDIO ONLY

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 03:23:57 GMT

Season 3, Episode 1: Engaging Singles Ministry

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 02:34:40 GMT

Season 2, Episode 26

Tue, 21 May 2019 03:23:57 GMT

Season 2, Ep 25: Jackass Theology

Sun, 05 May 2019 19:44:45 GMT

Season 2, episode 24: In the News

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 22:23:23 GMT

Season 2, Episode 23: How to Know God's Will

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 13:21:45 GMT

Season 2, episode 22: LGBTQ

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:20:35 GMT

Season 2, Episode 21: The Stephon Clark Ruling

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 14:24:03 GMT

Season 2, Episode 20: Why Bother With Church?

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 03:24:00 GMT

Season 2, Episode 19: Engaging the Super Bowl

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 07:26:23 GMT

Season 2, Episode 18: What Do We Do With Fallen Leaders?

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:24:04 GMT

Season 2,Episode 17: Faith at Work with Keith Collins

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 14:24:04 GMT

Season 2, Episode 16: Three Goals for 2019

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 14:24:04 GMT

Season 2, Episode 15: What Your Phone is Saying About You, No-Gift Christmas, and Social Media Misinform

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 22:17:49 GMT

Season 2, Episode 14: A Place to Belong for the Holidays

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:12:49 GMT

Season2, Episode 13: Engaging Mental Health with David Heitzler

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 20:13:19 GMT

Season 2, Episode 12: Ask Me Anything with Pastor Brian and Pastor Lance

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 17:28:15 GMT

Season 2, Episode 10: Engaging Courage with Jenny Williamson

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 03:15:25 GMT

Bonus Episode: Cassandra Jennings Interview

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 16:57:01 GMT

Season 2, Episode 10: Engaging the Supernatural

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 16:30:30 GMT

Bonus Episode: Alex Vaiz Interview

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 15:16:45 GMT

Season 2, Episode 9: Engaging Spoken Word

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 00:03:48 GMT

Season 2, Episode 8: Engaging World Relief

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 01:45:18 GMT

Bonus Episode: Damian Chandler Interview

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 20:19:33 GMT

Season 2, Episode 7: Parenting Teens

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 19:45:23 GMT

Bonus Episode: Gagan Dhiman Interview

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 18:51:20 GMT

Season 2, Episode 6: Telling the Truth in a Post-Truth Society

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 18:17:19 GMT

Season 2, Episode 5: Faith, Art, Entertainment and Technology

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 17:22:24 GMT

Season 2, Episode 4: Engaging Parenting

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 12:06:55 GMT

Season 2, Episode 3: The Biggest Challenges and Opportunities Facing the Church

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 16:10:01 GMT

Season 2, Episode 2: Family Separation at the Border

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 12:06:55 GMT

Season 2, Episode 1: Money and Possessions in Light of Eternity

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 18:05:51 GMT

Season 1, Episode 26: Archaeology & Christianity in Modern Culture

Wed, 16 May 2018 18:12:09 GMT

Season 1, Episode 25: Abortion And Euthanasia

Tue, 01 May 2018 23:26:34 GMT

Season 1, Episode 24: War and Police Action

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 15:42:09 GMT

Season 1, Episode 23: Faith and Science

Sat, 07 Apr 2018 14:45:59 GMT

Season 1, Episode 22: What Does It Mean To Be Pro Life? Part 2 - The Death Penalty

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 12:40:29 GMT

Season 1, Episode 21: What Does it Mean to be Pro-Life? Part 1 - Guns and Gun Control

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:26:20 GMT

Season 1, Episode 20: Shut Up and Preach

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 17:10:35 GMT

Season 1, Episode 19: Understanding Foster Care and Adoption

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 05:30:59 GMT

Season 1, Episode 18: Sharing Your Faith in a Post-Christian Culture

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 05:26:21 GMT

Season 1, Episode 17: The Power of Wisdom

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:57:08 GMT

Season 1, Episode 16: How To Create Lasting Change

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 23:38:10 GMT

Season 1, Episode 15: #MeToo – Addressing Sexual Harassment

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 05:26:26 GMT

Season 1, Episode 14: When Marijuana Is Legal, Is It Permissible?

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 13:55:20 GMT

Season 1, Episode 13: Surviving the Holidays

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:46:45 GMT

Season 1, Episode 12: Finding an Honest Life of Faith

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 14:53:35 GMT

Season 1, Episode 11: How to Have a Disagreement

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 12:40:39 GMT

Season 1, Episode 10: Technology & Technology Addiction

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 22:38:38 GMT

Season 1, Episode 9: #TakeAKnee

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 22:53:36 GMT

Season 1, Episode 8: Real News, Fake News and How to Tell the Difference

Sat, 16 Sep 2017 19:33:08 GMT

Season 1, Episode 7: The Influence of the Arts

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 21:42:34 GMT