ERLC Podcast

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss how many messengers are registered for SBC 2021, Rick Warren’s retirement, Joe Biden’t trip to the UK, the birth of Prince Harry and Megham Markle’s daughter, and cicadas causing chaos. They also cover new ERLC content including Darby Strickland with "4 reasons why women stay in abusive relationships," Catherine Parks with "What are the ethical concerns with noninvasive prenatal testing?," and Jordan Wootten with "Why the fear of the Lord is good news."ERLC ContentDarby Strickland with 4 reasons why women stay in abusive relationshipsCatherine Parks with What are the ethical concerns with noninvasive prenatal testing?Jordan Wootten with Why the fear of the Lord is good newsCultureOver 16,000 pre-registered messengers for #SBC21Rick Warren announces retirement from SaddlebackJoe Biden heads to UK for his debut overseas trip as PresidentPrince Harry and Meghan Markle announce the birth of their daughterBut is the name controversial?Cicadas causing chaosCIcadas ground White House press planeLunchroomLindsay: The Dispatch: The Origin of Coronavirus; 4-year-old Dylan hears his mom’s voice for the first timeJosh: Ellie’s 4th BirthdayBrent: Popular independent COVID tracker officially ends daily updatesConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsLove your church: This engaging book by Tony Merida explores what church is, why it’s exciting to be a part of it, and why it’s worthy of our love and commitment. | Find out more about this book at thegoodbook.comListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, a Christian response to Pride Month, a major leadership change in Israel, and recent news involving the ERLC. They also cover new ERLC content including a critical abortion case headed to the Supreme Court, questions about content moderation on social media, and one city’s approach to combatting abortion through local ordinances.ERLC ContentJordan Wootten with Explainer: Supreme Court takes up Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health OrganizationJason Thacker with Should the government regulate social media? Florida’s new social media bill and the crisis of online governanceCatherine Parks with Explainer: Lebanon, Ohio, Becomes Sanctuary City for the UnbornCulture100 Years since the Tulsa Race Massacre. Churches are leading on racial unity.June is “Pride” Month. How should Christians think about that?A major shake-up in Israel’s national leadership. What’s that mean for the Biden Administration?A leaked letter from Russell Moore sparks conversations within the SBC about race and sexual abuse.LunchroomLindsay: Hannah Hall children’s booksJosh: Teen wrestled a Bear video Brent: SBC Annual meeting (sbcannualmeeting.net)Connect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsLove your church: This engaging book by Tony Merida explores what church is, why it’s exciting to be a part of it, and why it’s worthy of our love and commitment. | Find out more about this book at thegoodbook.comListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Biden’s investigation of COVID origins, protests and violence in Belarus, Lebanon, Ohio’s abortion ban, William Shakespeare and Eric Carle passinng away, and eating cicadas. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jordan Wooten "What is religious liberty, and why is it important? An interview with Andrew Walker on Liberty for All," Stephen Johnson with "Why I’m thankful I grew up in an elderly church: 3 ways older saints cared for me," and Catherine Parks with "What we need most for hard choices in parenting: Smartphones, sports, and wisdom."ERLC ContentJordan Wootten What is religious liberty, and why is it important? An interview with Andrew Walker on Liberty for AllStephen Johnson with Why I'm thankful I grew up in an elderly church: 3 ways older saints cared for meCatherine Parks with What we need most for hard choices in parenting: Smartphones, sports, and wisdomCultureBiden asks intelligence community to intensify investigation of COVID originsIntelligence on Sick Staff at Wuhan Lab Fuels Debate on Covid-19 OriginBelarus fighter jet intercepts Ryanair flightProtests, violent clashes in Belarus as ruler cracks down after contested voteStatement by President Joe Biden on Diversion of Ryanair Flight and Arrest of Journalist in BelarusOhio city of Lebanon becomes 29th to ban abortion in nationWilliam Shakespeare, the first man in Britain to receive an approved Covid vaccine, dies at 81.Author Eric Carle passes away at 91Can you eat cicadas? Yes, and here’s the best way to catch, cook and snack on them.LunchroomLindsay: “Your local epidemiologist” On facebookJosh: Gangster Capitalism, Season 3 JerryBrent: Bill Haslam’s new bookConnect with us on Twitter@ERLCListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Dr.Moore resignation from the ERLC along with his move to Christianity Today, views on masks guidance, the latest on Israel and Hamas, Texas signing a six week abortion ban, and SCOTUS taking up Mississippi case. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jordan Wootten with How do we make sense of modern culture? An interview with Carl Trueman about The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self, Ethan and Michaela Holsteen with The importance of the church when dealing with disability and grief: How one family leaned into community after their child’s diagnosis with Cri du chat Syndrome, and Jared Kennedy with 3 subtle sins to warn your kids about: Any why it matters when wrestling with sexual temptation. ERLC ContentJordan Wootten with How do we make sense of modern culture? An interview with Carl Trueman about The Rise and Triumph of the Modern SelfEthan and Michaela Holsteen with The importance of the church when dealing with disability and grief: How one family leaned into community after their child’s diagnosis with Cri du Chat SyndromeJared Kennedy with 3 subtle sins to warn your kids about: And why it matters when wrestling with sexual temptationCultureRussell Moore to Join Christianity Today to Lead New Public Theology ProjectOnward.Mask guidanceLatest on Israel and HamasTexas governor signs into law bill banning abortions at six weeksSCOTUS takes up MS caseLunchroomLindsay: Old Harrison Ford movies (Clear and Present Danger, Patriot Games, Air Force One)Josh: The Uneasy Conscience of Modern Fundamentalism by Carl F. H. HenryBrent: Sacred Marriage by Gary ThomasConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsBrave by Faith: In this realistic yet positive book, renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg examines the first seven chapters of Daniel to show us how to live bravely, confidently, and obediently in an increasingly secular society. | Find out more about this book at thegoodbook.comListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the pipeline cyberattack that led to gas stations in the southeast running out of gas, Liz Cheney’s oust from leadership, the Gaza crisis, and the Evangelical Lutheran Church electing their first transgender bishop. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Catherine Parks with "What you can do during India’s COVID-19 crisis," Josh Wester and Jordan Wootten with "Explainer: The contract dispute between Kentucky and Sunrise Children’s Services," Jared Kennedy with "How to prepare your children to see their gendered bodies as gifts for God’s mission."ERLC ContentCatherine Parks with What you can do during India’s COVID crisisJosh Wester and Jordan Wootten with Explainer: The contract dispute between Kentucky and Sunrise Children’s ServicesJared Kennedy with How to prepare your children to see their gendered bodies as gifts for God’s missionCultureGas stations in the Southeast run out of gas as people panic buy fuelUS pipeline cyberattack is a 'wake up call' for AmericaPanic Drives Gas Shortages After Colonial Pipeline Ransomware AttackCheney defiant as Republicans oust her from leadership for rebuking TrumpGaza crisis: Casualties pile up with no signs of ceasefire from Israel, HamasEvangelical Lutheran Church elects first transgender bishopLunchroomLindsay: Dairy free Starbucks guide Josh: First plane ride for graduationBrent: Cut 4: Pitchers are athletes, too; Could A's leaving Oakland open door for Major League Baseball franchise in Nashville?Connect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsBrave by Faith: In this realistic yet positive book, renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg examines the first seven chapters of Daniel to show us how to live bravely, confidently, and obediently in an increasingly secular society. | Find out more about this book at thegoodbook.comEvery person has dignity and potential. But did you know that nearly 1 in 3 American aduListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss a big dip in U.S. fertility rates, Biden’s July 4th vaccination goal, COVID-19 in children, mask mandates on planes, Trump Facebook ban, Amy Bockerstette’s college title, and the Malian woman who gave birth to nine babies. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Alex Ward with "Why reading classics can help us answer age-old questions: An interview with Karen Swallow Prior," Jared Kennedy with "Conversations about gender should begin with humility: Helping parents navigate hard topics with their children," and Rachel Lonas with "Why it’s important to value neurodiversity in the Church: And three ways you can help." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Elizabeth Graham for a conversation about life and ministry. About ElizabethElizabeth Graham serves as Vice President of Operations and Life Initiatives for the ERLC. She provides leadership, guidance and strategy for life and women’s initiatives and provides oversight to other strategic projects as needed. Additionally, she directs the leadership, management and operations for all ERLC events. Elizabeth is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is married to Richmond, and they have a son and a daughter. You can connect with her on Twitter: @elizabethgrahamERLC ContentAlex Ward with Why reading classics can help us answer age-old questions: An interview with Karen Swallow PriorJared Kennedy with Conversations about gender should begin with humility: Helping parents navigate hard topics with their childrenRachel Lonas with Why it’s important to value neurodiversity in the Church: And three ways you can helpCultureU.S. fertility dips to its lowest rate since the 1970sBiden sets goal of fully vaccinating 160 million Americans by July 4Children Now Account For 22% Of New U.S. COVID Cases. Why Is That?Pfizer vaccine expected to be approved for children ages 12-15 by next weekTSA Extends Mask Mandate Aboard Flights Through Summer As Travel IncreasesTrump Facebook Ban Upheld by Oversight BoardAmy Bockerstette to Be 1st Athlete With Down Syndrome to Compete for Collegiate TitleMalian woman gives birth to nine babiesLunchroomLindsay: What's the worst thing you've ever witnessed at a wedding?Josh: The Courier, Dan Inserra’s getting over yourselfListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Biden’s joint address to congress, India and the coronavirus tsunami, no need for masks outdoors, COVID-19 vaccineis safe for pregnant women, and the 2021 NFL draft. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Seth Woodley with "How literature teaches us about leadership: Cultivating virtue reading," Josh Wester, Jordan Wootten, and Brent McCracken with "Why we desperately need wisdom in this age of information," and Ericka Anderson with "Why a Second Chance for Incarcerated Men is Important."ERLC ContentSeth Woodley with How literature teaches us about leadership: Cultivating virtue through readingJosh Wester, Jordan Wootten, Brett McCracken with Why we desperately need wisdom in this age of informationEricka Andersen with Why a Second Chance for Incarcerated Men is ImportantCultureBiden promotes sweeping agenda in speechFDA moves to ban menthol cigarettesFact Sheet: The American Families PlanIndia's COVID death toll tops 200,000CDC: If You're Vaccinated, You Don't Need To Mask OutdoorsCoronavirus cases are finally fallingPreliminary Findings of mRNA Covid-19 Vaccine Safety in Pregnant WomenThe NFL draft is this weekBill Belechick's WFH draftLunchroomLindsay: Out of Many, One: Portraits of American’s Immigrants; Insta surprise; will and kateJosh: John Stott, 100th birthday Brent: Small Church AmericaConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Derek Chauvin’s verdict, fetal tissue research denounced, and the first flight on Mars. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jason Thacker with "How social media can impede our witness: The disconnect of the digital life," Jill Waggoner with "How to raise children who honor human dignity," and Julie Masson with "COVID-19 didn’t stop this pregnancy resource center from saving lives." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Virginia Roberson for a conversation about life and ministry About VirginiaVirginia is the Director of Your Choice Resource Center a Pregnancy Resource Center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. You can learn more about the ministry of Your Choice Resource Center at https://yourchoicenc.org/ERLC ContentJason Thacker with How social media can impede our witness: The disconnect of the digital lifeJill Waggoner with How to raise children who honor human dignityJulie Masson with COVID-19 didn't stop this pregnancy resource center from saving livesCultureDerek Chauvin found guiltyReactions to Chauvin verdict: "Justice for Black America is justice for all America"Biden Administration Ends Limits on Use of Fetal Tissue for ResearchFirst flight on MarsLunchroomLindsay: YouVersion Bible appJosh: When Athens Met JerusalemBrent: CBS News series: Unifying AmericaConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsEvery person has dignity and potential. But did you know that nearly 1 in 3 American adults has a criminal record? To learn more and sign up for the virtual Second Chance month visit prisonfellowship.org/secondchances.Stand for Life: At the ERLC, we stand for life. Our work to save preborn babies and care for the vulnerable is vital to our work. Believing that abortion can end in our lifetime, will you join us as we STAND FOR LIFE?Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the death of Prince Phillip, Russia, the shooting of Daunte Wright, the court ruling on Down syndome abortion, current FDA recommendations on the J&J vaccine, and the no-hitter thrown by Chicago pitcher. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Chelsea Patterson Sobolik with "Explainer: What you should know about the debate in Congress about the Born-Alive bill," Andrew Bertodatti and Lamar Hardwick with "How can churches be more inclusive of disabled person?," and Jill Waggoner with "How learning about trauma changed my life: Learning from The Body Keeps the Score." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Gary Lancaster for his farewell episode. ERLC ContentChelsea Patterson Sobolik with Explainer: What you should know about the debate in Congress about the Born-Alive billAndrew Bertodatti and Lamar Hardwick with How can churches be more inclusive of disabled persons?Jill Waggoner with How learning about trauma changed my life: Learning from “The Body Keeps the Score”CulturePrince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, dead at 99US sanctions Russia over hacksRussian troops massing on Ukrainian borderOfficer who fatally shot Daunte Wright chargedCourt ruling on Down syndrome abortion law praisedFDA recommends pausing J&J vaccine after 6 reported cases of blood clotsWhite House says J&J pause will not have "significant impact" on vaccination planDuke University to require vaccinations for fall semesterNo-hitter thrown by Chicago pitcherTurner's cheesy HR makes LA 1st to 10 winsConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsEvery person has dignity and potential. But did you know that nearly 1 in 3 American adults has a criminal record? On Sunday April 11th , we invite you to join Prison Fellowship for a special service focusing on the power of secondListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the latest on the Rock Hill shooting, the White House’s new gun control measures, the new UK COVID-19  strain, Brazil’s COVID death toll, violence in Northern Ireland, and the results of the NCAA championship. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Alex Ward with "How can we understand trends of declining church membership? America, Christianity, and the local church," and Jordan Wootten with "How can Christians resist the ethic of outrage culture?," and Jared Kennedy with "Are you “working on” your kids ministry? Thinking through Process-Centered Methods for Children’s Discipleship." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Dr. Todd Gray for a conversation about life and ministry. About Dr. GrayDr. Todd Gray has been Executive Director-Treasurer for the Kentucky Baptist Convention since August of 2019. Todd served churches in Kentucky and Indiana for 20 years before joining the KBC staff in 2012 as a regional consultant for western Kentucky. Since 2016 he’s served as the team leader for the Evangelism, Church Planting and Campus Ministry team. Gray holds degrees from Murray State University and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Connie, have two adult daughters. You can connect with him on Twitter: @toddgray4.  ERLC ContentAlex Ward with How can we understand trends of declining church membership? America, Christianity, and the local churchJordan Wootten with How can Christians resist the ethic of outrage culture?Jared Kennedy with  Are you “working on” your kids ministry? Thinking through Process-Centered Methods for Children’s DiscipleshipCultureLatest on Rock Hill shootingWH expected to announce gun control measuresUK variant is now the dominant coronavirus strain in the US1 in 3 Covid-19 patients are diagnosed with a neuropsychiatric conditionBrazil's daily COVID death toll tops 4,000 for first timeNo lockdown for Brazil amidst Covid outbreakBus torched in more Northern Ireland violence as British and Irish leaders call for calmNCAA Championship 2021 score: Baylor routs Gonzaga as Bears win first national title, end Zags' perfect seasonLunchroomListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.