Summary: In this episode, Justin and Ben explore the deeper meaning of "daily bread" in the Lord's Prayer. They discuss the concept of relying on God's provision and how it impacts our mindset, moving from scarcity to abundance. Justin reflects on how prayer and trusting God’s provision challenge us to live with an abundance mindset. They share humorous intros, relatable stories, and practical insights to bring this episode to life.

(P.S. This episode contains gluten and was created by a robot. Let's hope the Dusty Boys don't get canceled for this.)

Should I Listen? If you've ever wondered about the significance of "daily bread" in the Lord's Prayer or questioned how to live with an abundance mindset, this episode is for you. With practical reflections and relatable stories, the Dusty Boys will guide you toward a deeper understanding of daily reliance on God.

Episode Highlights:

1. Reflections:
   • [00:00:00] - Humorous Hooks: Justin and Ben share exaggerated intros like "If you don't hit a big enough prayer request, God's not interested," and "Today we're looking at why it's harder for Asians to pray than for white people."
   • [00:02:30] - Daily Provision: Ben recounts how God provided for him during his move to Hawaii, and Justin reflects on how the prayer for daily bread challenges scarcity mindsets.
   • [00:05:30] - Trust and Planning: Ben emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's provision while planning for the future.
   • [00:08:00] - Jesus' Perspective: Justin discusses the connection between Jesus' provision for 5,000 and the prayer for daily bread.
2. Conversations:
   • [00:09:00] - Nick: "Living in abundance means I wouldn't worry about anything."
   • [00:10:30] - Ame: "Even if I work, I am not my own provider. God makes great things out of the little we do have."
   • [00:13:00] - Pam: "Give us this day our daily bread is an invitation to come to the table."

Memorable Quotes:

• "God has unlimited supply. We're not going to run out of fishy crackers." - Justin
• "Living in abundance means less stress and more generosity." - Ben
• "God wants to change the world, and He also wants to provide dinner tonight." - Ben (from a previous episode)

Resources Mentioned:

• The Lord and His Prayer by N.T. Wright
• Colossians 3:2: "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things."

Cancel Corner:

If you think daily bread is overrated and want Justin and Ben to stop talking about gluten, head over to their social profiles and let them know they're toast! 🍞 Justin: @jkhoe Ben: @benjaminwilliams

Summary: In this episode of the Dusty Boys podcast, Justin, Ben, and Patrick discuss misconceptions around God's kingdom and His will. They debunk the idea that God's will is a rigid, rule-based system and emphasize the relational, life-giving nature of God's kingdom. Patrick shares his journey of discovering God's true will for his life, while Ben and Justin offer insights on aligning prayer with God's broader vision.

(P.S. Don't worry about Patrick's heretical intro. He's on the right track now.)

Should I Listen? If you've struggled with understanding God's will for your life or wrestled with misconceptions about God's kingdom, this episode will bring clarity and comfort. Expect deep reflections, humorous anecdotes, and practical advice on aligning your prayer with God's heart.

Episode Highlights:

1. Reflections:
   • [00:00:00] - False Intros: Justin starts with an exaggerated intro: "God has 100 percent completely abandoned humanity and all of earth. Let's get dusty."
   • [00:01:00] - Ben's example: "If you don't figure out what God wants and pray against it, He's actually going to curse you."
   • [00:01:30] - Patrick's attempt: "God is just going to bring His kingdom down and everything is just going to be fun."
   • [00:02:00] - Patrick shares his college experience feeling abandoned by God when he wasn't doing what he thought God wanted.
   • [00:03:30] - Ben: "We can often find ourselves believing we have more power over God's behavior than His character does."
   • [00:04:30] - Ben emphasizes that God's kingdom is about His loving rule that restores and heals rather than a rigid, punitive system.
   • [00:07:30] - Justin shares how he was afraid to pray for healing due to fear of misunderstanding God's will.
   • [00:09:30] - Patrick expresses his realization that pastoral ministry may not be God's will for him, finding fulfillment in counseling instead.
   • [00:11:00] - Ben: "God's kingdom is about calling people to be selfless and putting others first."
   • [00:13:30] - Ben encourages praying for God's kingdom to come to your community while also asking how you can help.
   • [00:15:30] - Aligning with God's will means trusting that He knows best how to fulfill His kingdom vision.
2. Conversations:
   • [00:25:00] - Joel: What is God's will in light of living in freedom?
   • [00:32:00] - Vanya: God's will is more than happiness; it's continuous joy in Him.
   • [00:39:00] - Zyda: God is greater than our earthly definitions of a good father.
   • [00:44:00] - Liz: God's kingdom is already here, and we should focus on Him.

Memorable Quotes:

• "We can often find ourselves believing we have more power over God's behavior than His character does." - Ben
• "God's kingdom is not about being restrictive but calling us to selfless love and putting others first." - Justin
• "God does desire for me to be happy, and that's okay." - Patrick

Resources Mentioned:

• Live No Lies by John Mark Comer
• Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

Cancel Corner:

• Justin: @jkhoe - "Cancel Justin for scaring Patrick into the truth with that coffee conversation."
• Ben: @benjaminwilliams - "Cancel Ben for admitting to getting dusty in Europe and bringing bad jokes back to the podcast."
• Patrick: @pking02_5 - "Cancel Patrick for not getting the heretical intro assignment right the first time. Interns, right?"

Summary:

Join the Dusty Boys as they welcome another guest cohost, Anthony Lider, to the podcast. Together with Ben and Justin, they dive into the phrase "Hallowed be Thy Name" from the Lord's Prayer. Exploring misconceptions around God's holiness and how it relates to prayer, the hosts humorously share their past misunderstandings, discuss the character of God, and untangle toxic theology. Is God really mad if you whistle in church? Does He demand praise before listening? Find out how prayer can be more about reminding ourselves of who God truly is, and less about convincing Him to care. Let's get dusty!

Should I Listen?

Yes! If you've ever struggled with prayer, grown up with a distorted picture of God, or simply want to laugh while reclaiming healthy theology, this episode is for you.

Episode Highlights:

1. Reflections:
   • [00:00:00] - Opening Intros: Ben, Justin, and Anthony take turns sharing comical misconceptions about prayer.
   • [00:04:30] - Series on Prayer: The hosts review the previous episode and explore the structure of the Lord's Prayer.
   • [00:06:30] - Misunderstanding Holiness: Ben and Anthony unpack misconceptions about "Hallowed be Thy Name."
   • [00:13:00] - God's Orientation: Ben explains that holiness is about being oriented toward something or someone.
   • [00:20:00] - Transactional Prayer vs. True Prayer: Justin reflects on transactional prayer vs. relational prayer.
   • [00:24:00] - Name as Character: Anthony highlights that God's name represents His character.
   • [00:30:00] - Prayer Exercise: Ben encourages listeners to pray "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name" with intentionality.
2. Conversations:
   • [00:32:00] - Pam's Reflection: "Spiritual Amnesia" and how God reminds us who He is.
   • [00:36:00] - Stephanie's Insight: A counselor's perspective on the Holy Spirit's role in prayer.
   • [00:42:00] - Darwin's Revelation: Finding unity in the Trinity.

Memorable Quotes:

• "The one thing you can never let him know is that the God who he is speaking to is sitting right next to him on his bed." - Ben
• "We're not convincing God to be who He is. We're reminding ourselves of who He is." - Justin
• "We don't operate or relate to God by means of production or transaction, but of family." - Anthony

Resources Mentioned:

• Live No Lies by John Mark Comer
• Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

Cancel Corner:

For those looking to dig up dirt or just wanting to listen to more of Anthony, you can find him on the podcast Seeking What They Sought. Head to Keene SDA Church in Zion, Texas, where he's likely still whistling despite being warned not to. If you're still on the hunt to cancel him, follow Anthony on Instagram @aquamaneffect