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In this episode, Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jordan Wootten with "3 ways Christians can mend the political rural-suburban divide," Josh Wester with "Why would Christians support religious freedom? Learning from early Christian leaders," and Marissa Postell with "What should we do with the fear we feel in 2020? Trusting God in the midst of pandemics and politics." Also in this episode Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss all the details surrounding the 2020 election and the results still coming in. ERLC ContentJordan Wootten with 3 ways Christians can mend the political rural-suburban divideJosh Wester with Why would Christians support religious freedom? Learning from early Christian leadersMarissa Postell with What should we do with the fear we feel in 2020? Trusting God in the midst of pandemics and politicsCultureSean Connery, Oscar Winner and James Bond Star, Dies at 90Task force sees 'unrelenting' COVID-19 spread; daily U.S. cases up by record 91,000Starbucks’ red cups, holiday drinks return FridayFulton v. City of Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaWill Colorado reintroduce Gray wolves? Race is too close to callBiden's potential Cabinet picks may be limited 'to those who Mitch McConnell can live with'Scoop: Biden may keep Warren, Sanders out of CabinetThe election night mirageUndervoteBritain's Boris Johnson: 'No Alternative' To Strict New Coronavirus LockdownU.S. House Election ResultsConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsCourage and Civility Church Kit - Pastors and church leaders download your free copy today to help guide your congregations through this polarized moment.The Christmas We Didn't Expect-  by David MatListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation and swearing in, Anonymous, the countdown to the 2020 Election, a fatal police shooting in Philadelphia, new COVID-19 lockdowns in Europe, hurricane Zeta, Putin ordering to reduce abortions, Dodgers winning the World Series, and the year without a Santa at Macy’s. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Jason Thacker with "What is our role in social media renewal? Online discourse and loving our neighbors," Kendal Conner with "How to talk to your teen about race," and Dennis Greeson with "How do we rightly relate church and state? Augustine on the times in between." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Tre Hargett for a conversation about life and ministry. About TreTre Hargett is the Tennessee Secretary of State. You can connect with him on Twitter: @sectrehargettERLC ContentJason Thacker with What is our role in social media renewal? Online discourse and loving our neighborsKendal Conner with How to talk to your teen about raceDennis Greeson with How do we rightly relate church and state? Augustine on the times in betweenCultureAmy Coney Barrett joins the Supreme Court in unprecedented timesA request to recuse herselfFormer DHS official Miles Taylor reveals himself as Anonymous, who wrote critically of TrumpElection Day is next week!Fatal Police Shooting In Philadelphia Sparks A 2nd Night Of ProtestsMore than 40 states are reporting an increase in COVID-19 cases and many in the Midwest are seeing record hospitalizationsDespite surging US cases, the White House included ending the pandemic on a list of the Trump administration's science and tech accomplishmentsHurricane Zeta Update StatementFrance, Germany announce new lockdownsPutin order government to do more to reduce abortions and support pregnant womenDodgers Seal the Deal as Champions in Shocking, Bizarre World Series FinaleMacy’s Will Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the final presidential debate, record early voting counts, Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation, election interference, Pope Francis’s thoughts on marriage, new COVID-19 symptoms, NAMB’s Hispanic church planting emphasis, black holes, and the 2020 World Series. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including Benjamin Quinn with "How does my faith in Jesus connect with my work life? Every kind of work is a sacred calling," Isaac Whitney with "Why I am thankful for my pastor’s leadership during COVID-19," and Daryl Crouch with "How do we live for the kingdom in the contentious moment?" Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Jennifer Marshall Patterson for a conversation about life and ministry. About JenniferJennifer Marshall Patterson, director of the Institute for Theology and Public Life at Reformed Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C., and Senior Visiting Fellow with The Heritage Foundation. ERLC ContentBenjamin Quinn with How does my faith in Jesus connect with my work life? Every kind of work is a sacred callingIsaac Whitney with Why I am thankful for my pastor’s leadership during COVIDDaryl Crouch with How do we live for the kingdom in this contentious moment?CultureFinal Presidential Debate: What Time to Watch and Key IssuesEarly-voting numbers: U.S. on pace for record early turnoutJudiciary Committee advances Barrett to full SenateThe FBI says Iran and Russia have taken 'specific actions' to influence US electionsThe Good and Bad News About Marriage in the Time of COVIDBaptists respond to pope’s endorsement of same-sex civil unionsResearchers looking into 'Brain Fog' being lingering symptom of COVID-19It’s Time to Talk About Covid-19 and Surfaces AgainNew York reports most coronavirus cases since MayNAMB to emphasize Hispanic church planting in 2021A Black Hole’s Lunch: Stellar SpaghettiListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss updates on the Capitol Hill Baptist Church court case, SCOTUS hearings, world COVID-19 updates, Barron Trump and Nick Saban test positive for coronavirus, Kamala Harris pausing her campaign travel, a huge fundraising update from Biden’s campaign, the cancelation of the second presidential debate, and the Los Angeles Lakers winning their 17th title. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including The Pearl Brown Story, Lindsay Nicolet with "How churches and civic leaders can work together during the pandemic," and Russell Moore with "Why life should be viewed as a miracle." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Benjamin Watson for a conversation about life and ministry. About BenjaminBenjamin Watson is a former American football tight end. He was drafted by the New England Patriots 32nd overall in the 2004 NFL Draft and later he would win Super Bowl XXXIX with the team over the Philadelphia Eagles. He played college football at Georgia. Watson has also played for the Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens, and New Orleans Saints. Benjamin is the author of Under Our Skin: Getting Real about Race-and Getting Free from the Fears and Frustrations that Divide Us and The New Dad’s Playbook. Benjamin has been a long time friend of the ERLC and has spoken at our Evangelicals Life Conference. He is known for being a very vocal opponent of abortion and just released a documentary Divided Hearts of America which aim to bring empathy and understanding to all sides of the abortion debate. Benjamin has been married to his wife Kirsten for fifteen years and together they have seven children. You can connect with him on  Twitter: @BenjaminSWatsonERLC ContentThe ERLC with The Pearl Brown StoryLindsay Nicolet with How churches and civic leaders can work together during the pandemic: An interview with Rolland Slade, a pastor in CaliforniaRussell Moore with Why life should be viewed as a miracle: The little book by Wendell Berry that reshaped my vision of Christian ethicsCultureCapitol Hill Baptist gains religious liberty win in courtSCOTUS hearings: Barrett answers questions on healthcare, voting rights and presidential powersSen Ben Sasse tells Dems to follow basic civics during Judge Barrett's confirmation hearing.Italy and U.K report record coronavirus surgesListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the president and first lady contracting COVID-19, other white house staff contracting COVID-19, airborne transmission of COVID-19, the first vice presidential debate, tropical storm Delta, the Lottie Moon Christmas offering, and the return of Tasmanian Devils. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by Russell Moore with What is the basis for Christian ethics?, Josh Wester with A closer look at the judicial philosophy of Amy Coney Barrett, Amanda Hays with 4 conversations I’m having with my child about “Mulan”, and Jeff Pickering and Travis Wussow with Rolland Slade on how pastors can build partnerships with public officials. Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Dana McCain for a conversation about life and ministry. About DanaDana Hall McCain is a lifelong Alabamian and a graduate of Auburn University. She is a Resident Fellow with the Alabama Policy Institute where she writes editorial content for a host of media outlets dealing with faith, politics and cultural issues of the day. Her work regularly appears on multiple platforms including AL.com, Yellowhammer News, The Birmingham News, The Huntsville Times and Mobile Press-Register. Dana and her husband Greg “Scooter” McCain are members of First Baptist Church of Dothan, Alabama. She has served the church in the past as Women’s Ministry director and a Bible study leader. The McCains are parents to two teenagers. You can connect with him on  Twitter: @dhmccainERLC ContentRussell Moore with What is the basis for Christian ethics?Josh Wester with A closer look at the judicial philosophy of Amy Coney BarrettAmanda Hays with 4 conversations I’m having with my child about “Mulan”Jeff Pickering and Travis Wussow on the Capitol Conversations podcast with  Rolland Slade on how pastors can build partnerships with public officialsCulturePOTUS and FLOTUS tested positive for COVID-19.Trump returns to White House, although doctors say he ‘may not entirely be out of the woods’34 members of WH staff have Covid-19Senior Pentagon leadership quarantining after exposure to coronavirusCDC Acknowledges Coronavirus Can Spread Via Airborne Transmission2020 vice presidential debateTrump says he won't do next presidential debate after it goes virtual, Biden still wants town hallListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Trump’s nomination of Amy Coney Barrett for the Supreme Court, the first presidential debate, and update on COVID-19 numbers, United Airlines doing COVID-19 testing, NFL postponing games, and GuideStone’s search for a new president. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by Brittany Salmon with Three ways of thinking for a healthy relationship with technology: “The Social Dilemma” and our social media habits, the Policy Staff with an Explainer: Executive Order to protect born-alive babies, and Jason Thacker with What is digital authoritarianism? The use of technology to suppress human rights. Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Bryant Wright for a conversation about life and ministry.About BryantBryant Wright is the Founder and Chairman of Right From The Heart Ministries, a media ministry, which he began in 1992. Bryant also serves in the role as President of SEND Relief. He retired as the founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia on December 15, 2019, where he had pastored for 38 years. The church grew to over 7,300-members under his leadership as senior pastor. He is a straightforward communicator who uniquely connects God’s unchanging truth with a diverse culture through compelling and creative teaching. Bryant is the author of six books and co-host on the new Right From The Heart Leadership Podcast. You can connect with him on Twitter: @bryantwrightERLC ContentBrittany Salmon with Three ways of thinking for a healthy relationship with technology: "The Social Dilemma" and our social media habitsPolicy Staff with Explainer: Executive Order to protect born-alive babiesJason Thacker with What is digital authoritarianism? The use of technology to suppress human rightsCultureTrump officially nominates Amy Coney Barrett for the Supreme CourtBarrett meets with key figures on the HillSouthern Baptist leaders welcome Barrett nominationKey takeaways from the first presidential debate between Trump and BidenCommission make may changes to debate rulesCoronavirus cases rise in 25 statesUnited will become the first US airline to offer COVID-19 testing8 Tennessee Titans Players And Staff Test Positive For CoronavirusListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, 200,000 coronavirus deaths, Breonna Taylor, the ‘Born Alive’ executive order, and an American Sign Language Bible. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by the ERLC Policy Staff with an "Explainer: What you need to know about the Adoptee Citizenship Act," Elizabeth Selle with "How to walk with teens who struggle with depression and anxiety," and Jeff Pickering with "Explainer: Religious liberty and Capitol Hill Baptist Church’s lawsuit in Washington, D.C." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Paul Miller for a conversation about life and ministry.About PaulDr. Paul D. Miller is a Professor of the Practice of International Affairs at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service. He serves as co-chair of the Global Politics and Security concentration in the Master of Science in Foreign Service program. He is also a research fellow with the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, a visiting professor with the American Enterprise Institute’s Initiative on Faith and Public Life, and a non-resident Senior Fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. You can connect with him on  Twitter: @PaulDMiller2ERLC ContentPolicy Staff with Explainer: What you need to know about the Adoptee Citizenship ActElizabeth Selle with How to walk with teens who struggle with depression and anxiety: Practical steps to point them to hopeJeff Pickering with Explainer: Religious liberty and Capitol Hill Baptist Church’s lawsuit in Washington, D.C.CultureJustice Ruth Bader Ginsburg dead at 87Capitol Hill Baptist Church sues D.C. on COVID orderEvangelical church files lawsuit over D.C.’s covid-19 restrictions on religious gatheringsThe Supreme Court Needs to Be Less Central to American Public LifeU.S. reaches 200,000 coronavirus deathsThe Color of CoronavirusWe're numb to the coronavirusAbsolutely heartbreaking' ruling in Breonna Taylor shooting sparks new wave of national protests for justice, racial equalityCalifornia moves to phase out new gasoline-powered carsTrump announces 'Born Alive' executive order for abortion survivorsListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss the Abraham Accords Peace Agreement, life on Venus, Charles Stanley, hurricane Sally, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and Big Ten college football. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by Travis Wussow with a "Q&A with the Prevention and Response Administrator at the IMB," Jared Kennedy with "How we can confidently call kids to respond to the gospel," and Daniel Rentie with "Why we should view our communities as mission fields: The opportunity to serve close to home." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Scott Foshie for a conversation about life and ministry.ERLC ContentTravis Wussow with Abuse prevention and care in the IMB: A Q&A with the Prevention and Response Administrator at the IMBJared Kennedy with How we can confidently call kids to respond to the gospelDaniel Rentie with Why we should view our communities as mission fields: The opportunity to serve close to homeCultureIsrael signs normalization deals with UAE and Bahrain at White House ceremony‘Peace. Shalom. Salaam’Scientists find possible sign of life on VenusChurches report encouraging trends in giving amid pandemicCharles Stanley transitions to pastor emeritus at First Baptist Atlanta, Anthony George named senior pastorSalvation Army starts red kettle program early amid ‘tsunami of human need’Coronavirus cases increase in 17 statesA vaccine won't be available for everyone before the end of 2024, says CEO of world's biggest producerSally is leaving widespread flooding in parts of Alabama and Florida, and rescues are underwayLouisville announces $12M settlement, police reforms in wake of Breonna Taylor shootingMacy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2020 Will Not Be Live EventBig Ten Reverses Decision, Will Start Football Season In OctoberListen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss west coast wildfires, Disney’s Mulan, the ongoing opioid crisis, the Tokyo Olympics, the return of the NFL, and SheSheds. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by Catherine Parks with "Are we teaching our children civility with our lives? Putting ourselves in another’s shoes," Dan Darling with "5 things I learned about work from working remote," and Jeff Pickering with "Why I’ve looked forward to church outside during COVID-19." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by Meagan Smith to talk about the last six months since the start of quarantine.ERLC ContentCatherine Parks with Are we teaching our children civility with our lives? Putting ourselves in another’s shoesDan Darling with 5 things I learned about work from working remoteJeff Pickering with Why I’ve looked forward to church outside during COVID-19CultureCalifornia's Bay Area wakes up to disorienting orange skiesAt least seven dead as swath of wildfires rage across California, Oregon, Washington, other Western statesDisney’s live-action Mulan released worldwide after months-long delaysDisney’s ‘Mulan’ faces criticism for filming in China’s Xinjiang regionThe Opioid Crisis, Already Serious, Has Intensified During Coronavirus PandemicNew York City to Resume Indoor Dining at RestaurantsWest Virginia University becomes the latest school to backtrack on in-person classes after a spike in COVID-19 casesTokyo Olympics will go ahead ‘with or without COVID-19' says IOC vice presidentSpecial report: The NFL is back and weirder than everAmericans are buying, building, converting backyard sheds into home officesConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@jbwester@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsCaring Well Hiring Guide - Download your free copy now and strengthen your efforts to make your church safe for survivors and safe from abuse.Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.

In this episode, Josh, Lindsay, and Brent discuss religious liberty in Nevada, Caring Well Challenge, The Rock, U.S. Debt, the Benadryl challenge, and Chadwick Boseman. Lindsay also gives a rundown of this week’s ERLC content including a piece by Ryan Tucker and Travis Wussow with "What’s next for religious freedom in Nevada," Josh Wester with "What does cognitive dissonance have to do with abortion and social justice?," and Faye Scott with "Protocols to help protect against sexual abuse while meeting virtually." Also in this episode, the hosts are joined by DJ Jenkins for a conversation about life and ministry.About DJDJ Jenkins grew up east of Los Angeles in Redlands, California. During his college years at Cal Poly Pomona, DJ met a great group of students & staff of the local Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) chapter. It was through this organization DJ placed his faith in Jesus and started following Him. After graduating with a B.S. in biology, DJ spent nine years working with Cru, including one year overseas in São Paulo, Brazil. He met his wife Alisha through Cru and, before moving to Studio City, they worked together at the University of Arizona for five years. In 2012, DJ and Alisha and their team moved to Studio City, an influential neighborhood of Los Angeles, to start Anthology Church. DJ and Alisha have two children. DJ is currently in the final semester of receiving his Masters of Divinity from Gateway Seminary. You can connect with him on Twitter: @DJJenkinsERLC ContentRyan Tucker and Travis Wussow with What’s next for religious freedom in Nevada?Josh Wester with What does cognitive dissonance have to do with abortion and social justice?Faye Scott with Protocols to help protect against sexual abuse while meeting virtually: Don’t let your guard down during COVID-19CultureThe Rock tests positive for COVID-19U.S. Debt to reach 100% of GDPWhat the CDC Means by describing COVID-19 as the 'only cause' of 6% of patient deathsAlabama gives the OK to return to the buffetUnited, Delta, American say they are dropping change fees for domestic flightsCommission on Presidential Debates announces moderatorsBiden, Democrats Shatter Fundraising Record with $36Listen to more episodes of The ERLC Podcast at erlc.com/podcast.