ERLC Podcast

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss declining church membership, the Suez Canal, Pfizer’s vaccine for children, the fourth wave of coronavirus, abortion legislature in Kentucky, Kanakuk Kamps, and Opening Day. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jason Thacker with “Why reading books you disagree with helps you grow,” Emily Richards with “Why building connection and trust is vital for vulnerable children: The gospel in Show Hope’s Pre+Post Adoption Support,” and Adrian Warnock with “10 things you should know about the Resurrection.” Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Casey Hough for a conversation about life and ministry. About CaseyCasey serves as the Lead Pastor of Copperfield Church in Houston, TX. Casey actively writes for various evangelical outlets, serving primarily as an Associate Research Fellow and Religious Liberty Channel Editor for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. He is a fellow in the St. Peter Fellowship of the Center for Pastor Theologians. In addition to his role at Copperfield, Casey serves as an Assistant Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Luther Rice College and Seminary. In the past, Casey has taught Old Testament, New Testament, Comparative Religions, and Philosophy at a regional junior college in Arkansas. Casey and his wife, Hannah, have three sons and two daughters. You can connect with him on Twitter: @caseybhough or his website. You can subscribe to his newsletter here. ERLC ContentJason Thacker with Why reading books you disagree with helps you growEmily Richards with Why building connection and trust is vital for vulnerable children: The gospel in Show Hope’s Pre+Post Adoption SupportAdrian Warnock with 10 Things You Should Know about the ResurrectionCultureChurch members are minority in U.S. for first time, Gallup saysWith the Suez Canal Unblocked, the World’s Commerce Resumes Its CoursePfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is 100% effective in children ages 12-15The fourth wave is hereLegislature passes constitutional amendment declaring no right to abortion in KYKanakuk Kamps Abuse Reexamined In New ReportAmerica's pastime returnsLunchroomLindsay: Chosen: Season 2Josh: American Culture Is Broken. Is Theonomy the Answer?Brent: Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss shootings in Colorado, the migrant crisis at the border, the increased distribution of vaccines for all adults, new sanctions on China, Utah’s anti-porn proposal, and Prince Harry’s new job. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Cody Barnhart with "Three potential long-term effects of pornography addiction," Catherine Parks with "The abortion pill is the next frontier in the abortion debate," and Andrew Bertodatti with "What should we pay attention to in the news?: An interview with Jeffery Bilbro about Reading the Times."ERLC ContentCody Barnhart with Three potential long-term effects of pornography addictionCatherine Parks with The abortion pill is the next frontier in the abortion debateAndrew Bertodatti with What should we pay attention to in the news?: An interview with Jeffrey Bilbro about Reading the TimesCultureAmerica mourns againBiden puts Harris in charge of border crisisEvery Tennessean 16+ will be eligible for vaccination ‘no later than April 5’Krispy Kreme will offer free doughnuts—all year long—to people with COVID-19 vaccination cardsSanctions on ChinaUtah anti-porn proposalPrince Harry announces new job at tech startup in post-royal lifeLunchroomLindsay: Pray for the Thackers; watching West WingJosh:Embattled on All Sides, Does Religious Liberty Have a Future?Liberty for AllThe Characters of EasterBrent: Spring Training: CoolToday ParkConnect with us on Twitter@ERLCw@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsCaring Well: Churches should be a refuge Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Jenn discuss the Georgia massage parlor shootings, the White house no longer getting daily COVID-19 tests, federal efforts reducing poverty, and March Madness. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including the Policy Staff with "Explainer: The crisis unaccompanied minors are facing at the border," Jordan Wooten with "Does the value of children depend on their usefulness? Children are a gift not a liability," and David Dunham with "Why addicts must learn to practice honesty: Deception’s role in aiding addiction." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Jenn Kintner for a conversation about life and ministry. About JennJenn Kintner serves as the Office Coordinator for the Nashville office of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. She holds a Doctorate of Education from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to her work at the ERLC she spent 10 years discipling and teaching women in Christian higher education. You can connect with her on Twitter: @jennkintnerERLC ContentPolicy Staff with Explainer: The crisis unaccompanied minors are facing at the borderJordan Wooten with Does the value of children depend on their usefulness? Children are a gift, not a liabilityDavid Dunham with Why addicts must learn to practice honesty: Deception’s role in aiding addictionCultureGeorgia massage parlor shootings: What we knowWhite supremacy and hate are haunting Asian AmericansSuspect in Atlanta-area spa shootings might have intended more shootings in Florida, mayor saysWhite House staff no longer tested for Covid-19 dailyExplainer: New federal efforts could reduce poverty in AmericaChelsea & Michael Sobolik adoptionMarch Madness returnsLunchroomLindsay: Pray for Suzanne’s little girl Esther, born with Trisomy 18; MollyheartsbooksJosh: Israeli experts announce discovery of more Dead Sea scrollsJenn: Old things but good things: local library and hand-written notesConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@jennkintner@LindsNicoletSponsorsCaring Well: Churches shoListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Meagan reflect on the past year since the Coronavirus lockdown and Beth Moore’s announcement of her departure from Lifeway and the SBC. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Andrew Bertodatti with "3 Ways Church Membership Challenges our Individualism," the Policy Staff with "Explainer: The Supreme Court sides with former student on religious free speech," ERLC Staff with "Explainer: Removal of EEOC General Counsel Creates Concern for Religious Liberty Protections," and Catherine Parks with "How vaccines protect the vulnerable." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Dr. Scott James for a conversation about life and ministry. About Dr. JamesScott James serves as an Elder at The Church at Brook Hills. He and his wife, Jaime, have four children and live in Birmingham, Alabama, where he works as a pediatric physician. He is the author of The Expected One: Anticipating All of Jesus in the Advent, Mission Accomplished: A Two-Week Family Easter Devotional, The Littlest Watchman, Where Is Wisdom?, and his latest book God Cares for Me: Helping Children Trust God When They're Sick. You can connect with him on Twitter: @scott_h_jamesERLC ContentAndrew Bertodatti with 3 Ways Church Membership Challenges our IndividualismPolicy Staff with Explainer: The Supreme Court sides with former student on religious free speechERLC Staff with Explainer: Removal of EEOC General Counsel Creates Concern for Religious Liberty ProtectionsCatherine Parks with How vaccines protect the vulnerableCultureCoronavirus dashboardThe sports shutdown of 2020: One year laterFauci says COVID death toll would have "shocked" him a year agoMany vulnerable Americans have received the coronavirus vaccineBible teacher Beth Moore, splitting with Lifeway, says, ‘I am no longer a Southern Baptist’Beth Moore announces departure from Lifeway, SBCLunchroomLindsay: Murder Among the MormonsJosh: DeepfakeMeagan: Daylight Savings TimeConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@meaganemily331@LindsNicoletSponsorsListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent, and Lindsay discuss the similarities and differences in the coronavirus vaccines, Gov. Greg Abbott ending the mask mandate in Texas, Mississippi also lighting their mask mandate, Dolly Parton getting her coronavirus vaccine, Pope Francis’ visit to Iraq, Nigerian schoolgirls being kidnapped, QAnon and threats to the capitol, and a Cheetos burglary case. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including the policy staff with "Explainer: Beccera’s Troubling Nomination for the Department of Health and Human Services," Jason Thacker and Josh Wester with "Should Amazon be able to ban books?," and Joe Carter with "Understanding ethical systems: Virtue ethics." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Jeff Pickering for a conversation about life and ministry. About JeffJeff Pickering serves as Policy Communications Director in the Washington, D.C., office. In this role, he hosts the weekly Capitol Conversations podcast, develops communications strategy, and connects journalists with the organization’s policy work. He also serves as the mentor and director of the DC internship program. Jeff previously served in both local church ministry and government affairs in his home state of Texas, where he graduated from Texas A&M University. He and his wife, Chelsea have a son. You can connect with him on Twitter @jeffpickering.ERLC ContentPolicy Staff with Explainer: Beccera’s Troubling Nomination for the Department of Health and Human ServicesJason Thacker and Josh Wester with Should Amazon be able to ban books?Joe Carter with Understanding ethical systems: Virtue ethicsCultureThe U.S. coronavirus vaccines aren't all the sameChurch Leaders Say Johnson & Johnson Shot Should Be Avoided If Alternatives AvailableGov. Greg Abbott says it is now time to open Texas 100%, end statewide mask mandateTexas, Mississippi to lift mask mandates, let all businesses reopen at full capacityDolly Parton helped fund Moderna’s vaccine. It began with a car crash and an unlikely friendship.Dolly gets a dose of her own medicine.Pope Francis to visit IraqHundreds of Nigerian schoolgirls released days after kidnappingListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent, and Lindsay discuss the SBC’s executive committee meetings, J.D. Greear’s message, COVID-19 milestones, the approval of Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine, sounds from Mars, Tiger Woods car crash, and the next generation of USPS mail trucks. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Josh Wester with "The Equality Act: A dangerous law with a clever name," Michael McAfee with "Celebrating the American Sign Language Bible translation: And praying for more laborers to translate the Scripture," and Joe Carter with "5 facts about Fred Luter." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Christine Hoover for a conversation about life and ministry. About ChristineChristine Hoover is a pastor’s wife, mom of three boys, host of the “By Faith” podcast, and author of several books. Her latest offering is With All Your Heart: Living Joyfully Through Allegiance to King Jesus. Previous books include Messy Beautiful Friendship and Searching for Spring. Originally from Texas, she and her family live in Charlottesville, Virginia, where they planted a church in 2008. Find more about Christine on her website https://www.christinehoover.net/. You can connect with her on Twitter @christinehoover.ERLC ContentJosh Wester with The Equality Act: A dangerous law with a clever nameMichael McAfee with Celebrating the American Sign Language Bible translation: And praying for more laborers to translate the ScriptureJoe Carter with 5 facts about Fred LuterCultureGreear decries division and repudiates pharisaical spirit in SBCGreear, Floyd stare down division; call for focus on Great CommissionSBC EC disfellowshipped four churchesERLC-focused task force releases reportSBC Executive Committee creates ERLC study task force500,000 lives lost ot COVID-19FDA analysis finds Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine is safe and effectivePfizer-BioNTech Shot Stops Covid Spread, Israeli Study ShowsNot the mark of the beast: Evangelicals should fight conspiracy theories and welcome the vaccinesListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent, and Lindsay discuss the winter weather hitting the U.S. this week, the Texas power crisis, why COVID-19 cases are dropping and cutting life expectancy, Rush Limbaugh and Carman passing away, Ravi Zacharias investigation, and spring training starting up. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including the Policy Staff with "Explainer: How should Christians think about France’s “separatism” bill?," Stephen Stallard with "3 ways to engage our neighbors during a pandemic," Julie Passon with "Common questions about the COVID-19 vaccine." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Carl R. Trueman for a conversation about life and ministry. About CarlCarl R. Trueman (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is an esteemed church historian and previously served as the William E. Simon Fellow in Religion and Public Life at Princeton University. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books, including The Creedal Imperative; Luther on the Christian Life; and Histories and Fallacies. Trueman is a member of The Orthodox Presbyterian Church.ERLC ContentPolicy Staff with Explainer: How should Christians think about France’s “separatism” bill?Stephen Stallard with 3 ways to engage our neighbors during a pandemicJulie Masson with Common questions about the COVID-19 vaccineCultureWinter storm slams dozens of states and leaves millions without powerRecord-setting cold snap turns deadlyWinter storm strikes much of USTexas power crisisDispatch fact check on Texas powerCOVID-19 Cases Are Dropping Fast. Why?Axios: Covid cases dropCovid cuts life expectancyRush Limbaugh, conservative media icon, dead at 70 following battle with cancerCarman, Christian music icon and Gospel Music Hall of Famer, dies at 65Open Letter from the International Board of Directors of RZIMInvestigation reveals Zacharias’ years-long history of sexual abuse of womenListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent,and Lindsay discuss the rundown on the Trump Impeachment trial, COVID-19 infections plummeting, the latest on masks, COVID-19 vaccines, the IMB appointing 30 new missionaries, the results of Super Bowl 2021, and what changes are coming in baseball this year. Lindsay gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including the Policy staff with "Supreme Court strikes down California’s ban on indoor worship," Alex Ward with "The Courage of Ruby Bridges and Her Family," Gunner Gunderson with “'He Looks Like Me!': Demonstrating the possibility of belonging," Chelsea Patterson Sobolik with "How the Chinese Communist Party is persecuting Uyghur women." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Devin Maddox for a conversation about life and ministry. About DevinDevin Maddox is the trade books publisher at B&H Publishing Group, and director of the books ministry area at LifeWay. He graduated with a BA in Christian ethics from Union University and an MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Currently he is completing a PhD in applied theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, focusing his research on Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s early life and writing. Devin is married to his college sweetheart, Cara; they have three boys and live in Tennessee. You can connect with Devin on twitter: @devinmaddoxERLC ContentPolicy Staff with Supreme Court strikes down California’s ban on indoor worshipAlex Ward with The Courage of Ruby Bridges and Her FamilyGunner Gunderson with “He Looks Like Me!”: Demonstrating the possibility of belongingChelsea Patterson Sobolik with How the Chinese Communist Party is persecuting Uyghur womenCultureRundown of Trump Impeachment TrialTrump on path to acquittal despite evidenceTo heal America's divide, we must get back to factsCovid infections are plummetingThe latest on masksThListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent, Julie, and Meagan discuss Coronavirus cases falling across the country, Liz Cheney, Marjorie Taylor Greene removed from committees, the ERLC task force report, google searches about strange dreams, and Super Bowl 2021. Julie also gives a rundown of some of the ERLC’s most popular content from Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram this week. Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Chelsea Sobolik for a conversation about life and ministry. About ChelseaChelsea Patterson Sobolik serves as a Policy Director in the Washington, D.C. office. Previously, she worked in the U.S. House of Representatives on pro-life policies, domestic and international religious freedom, adoption, and foster care issues. Chelsea is the author of Longing for Motherhood – Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C., with her husband Michael. Twitter: @chelspatERLC ContentEvangelicals for Life 2021Letter from Dr. Moore to 535 Congressional offices today to encourage pro-life protectionsWhat you should know about the Hyde AmendmentCultureTeen wakes up from 11-month coma with no knowledge of coronavirus pandemicCoronavirus cases are falling all across the countryYoung and middle-aged adults responsible for most COVID spreadHouse vote coming to remove MTG from committeesAdvocacy groups push for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation over report that she spread falsehoods about school shootingsLiz Cheney Wins VoteERLC-focused task force releases reportMcNeil announces retirement as Indiana Baptists’ executive directorSBTC search team recommends Lorick as executive directorGoogle searches about strange dreams and insomnia at all-time highOfficial Attendance for Super Bowl 2021 expected to be 25,000 fans… and 30,000 cutoutsSuper Bowl 2021: Kickoff time, performers and moreLunchroomJulie: Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Brent, Julie, and Meagan discuss GameStop, how the economy is similar to that of WWII, social channels cracking down on political ads, the status of former President Trump’s possible impeachment, the CDC’s recommendation for schools, Israel leading in vaccinations, Lifeway selling their building, and Super Bowl commercials. Julie also gives a rundown of some of the ERLC’s most popular content from Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram this week.About JulieJulie Masson serves as Director of External Engagement for the ERLC. She is responsible for strategic planning, development and implementation of the ERLC brand strategy across all ERLC departments and provides leadership and oversight for the ERLC marketing team as well as coordinating external affairs and partnership deliverables. Julie and her husband Jesse spent two years in Spain with the International Mission Board before moving to Kansas City where they live with their three children. She is a graduate of Iowa State University. You can connect with her on Twitter: @juliermassonERLC ContentERLC’s public policy priorities for 2021Evangelicals for Life 2021Gender, sexuality, and the Biden AdministrationCultureWorst economy since WWIIGamesStop goes GangbustersBig Tech bolts politicsGoogle pausing all political ads following Capitol siegeAll the platforms that have banned or restricted Trump so farEarly Procedural Test Shows Where Senate GOP May Stand On Convicting TrumpCDC makes case for schools reopeningJanuary deadliest month for CovidIsrael leads in global race to vaccinateLifeway building under contract, transitions to new work environmentIMB partners with 140 international Baptist conventions in fulfilling Great CommissionBudweiser won't run a commercial during the Super Bowl for the first time in 37 years.LunchroomJulie: Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.