The Echo Podcast

Favorite Films in 2020

Taylor has taught filmmaking classes at high school and collegiate levels. Brian managed to watch a few films this year without getting bored and walking away. But on their list of 5 favorites from the last year, they found some common ground. Join them for this fun episode of movie-talk, even if Brian has to be given lots of leeway for his top-5. 
Enola Holmes, Hamilton, 1917, Mank, Little Women, Color out of Space, Harriet, Tenet, Mank

Favorite Books We Read In 2020

Taylor and Brian both reveal their "Top 5 favorite books I read in 2020" list. Both of the guys give a quick overview, tell why it made their list, and field questions from the other. This episode moves fast! We bet you'll add a couple of these books to your 2021 reading list. 

Flexibility is a superpower

When you enter a strange new land (like a Pandemic), you'll need flexibility to survive and thrive. We'll learn from Lewis and Clark, whose plan to canoe to the coast came to a screeching halt when they saw the Rocky Mountains. Paul's missionary journeys had similar redirections. 
Notes: 
Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Unchartered Territory by Tod Bolsinger 
Carey Neiuwhof's talk on flexiblitilty/agility 

Reading Scripture Correctly- What does your "I'm not ashamed" t-shirt mean?

So you're wearing an "I'm not ashamed of the Gospel" (Rom. 1:16) t-shirt. Great. But do you know what it's really about? Hint - it's not about being a loud super-Christian. By hearing a quick overview of Romans and reading the preceding verses, we'll discover a meaning that matches the heart of God. 

Reading Scripture Correctly part 3 - Speaking Prophetically

What does it mean to speak prophetically? It's way more than predicting the future, and you are supposed to do it. Plus, you'll hear our dramatic reenactment fail and a brief word about politics. 

Reading Scripture Correctly - What does it mean to take the Lord's name in vain

The Bible teaches that taking the Lord's name in vain is much more than uttering a cuss word or saying God's name flippantly. We don't condone those things, but we need to know what this phrase really means. Plus, Taylor shares his most embarrassing, hilarious moment, leaving Brian in horrified disbelief. 

Reading Scripture Correctly - Jeremiah 29:11 and God's plans for you

We often hear the feel-good words of Jeremiah 29:11 but miss the surrounding verses, which are a call to faithful perseverance. This is the first in a series of episodes that will help you read the Bible correctly. Plus, the guys perform what they are sure will become an award-winning re-enactment, and Brian divulges a hilarious, embarrassing moment.  

Community Discipleship in a Pandemic

What if we spent as much time caring for hurting people as we did debating the appropriate response to the pandemic? We believe these trying times give us extra opportunities to love and disciple our neighbors. We may just need to change our focus. 

Personal Discipleship in a Pandemic

We all need healthy rhythms to root our souls to God, especially during a pandemic. We'll teach you three habits that you can begin practicing today. They are simple, but new habits are never easy. Plus, Taylor asks Brian some questions about how church leaders are doing during this time. 

The Kitchen Sink - Love Your Neighbor, Politically (part 4 of 4)

The guys get personal and chat about how they're learning to allow the Kingdom of God to transcend and inform their politics.