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  • 18. The true perspective of leadership

    18. The true perspective of leadership
    Feb 10 2026
    Leadership isn’t a title, it’s weight. In this episode of The Dialog, we talk about what most people miss as they chase influence, growth, and “more” the reality that every decision you make touches someone else’s soul. Tell us in the comments, what’s one leadership lesson you learned the hard way?

    We unpack Hebrews 13:17 and the scary line most people skip, leaders keep watch over your souls. That means leadership isn’t mainly about getting results, it’s about responsibility. We talk through why bad leadership is so common, how people confuse authority with control, and why “it works for me” is never the standard when you’re leading a family, a team, or a church.

    Then we get practical. Mission and morale. Vision and care. Principles and application. If you’re leading anything at all, the real question isn’t “where do I want to go,” it’s “where do they need to go” and are you willing to carry the cost of getting them there with joy.

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    38 Min.
  • 17. What are you really certain of?

    17. What are you really certain of?
    Feb 3 2026
    In this episode of The Dialog, we wrestle with a question most people avoid because it’s uncomfortable: what are you actually certain of? In a world desperate for clarity, confidence, and easy answers, certainty often feels like strength. But the longer we live, the more we realize how little we truly know. This conversation starts with the tension between confidence and humility, and why the pursuit of certainty can quietly become a trap.

    We talk about how people form beliefs, why comparison and self talk shape our inner world, and how life is lived in constant tension between things that seem to be true at the same time. Free will and God’s sovereignty. Conviction and flexibility. Trusting experts while recognizing their limits. From science and psychology to leadership, faith, and culture, we explore how the human desire for certainty often oversimplifies a world that is far more nuanced than we’d like.

    Ultimately, this episode isn’t about having the right answers. It’s about becoming the kind of person who can live faithfully in uncertainty. Truth can handle questions. Principles endure testing. And faith is not certainty about outcomes, but trust in who God is. This is an invitation to examine what you believe, why you believe it, and whether your certainty is producing wisdom, humility, and fruit in your life.

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    54 Min.
  • 16. What’s your standard?

    16. What’s your standard?
    Jan 27 2026
    In this episode of The Dialog, we ask a question most people never slow down enough to answer: what’s your standard for truth? In a world shaped by algorithms, influencers, and endless opinions, it’s easier than ever to believe something simply because it feels right or aligns with what we already think. But belief without examination has consequences.

    We explore how ancient thinkers like Socrates warned against persuasion without virtue, and how that same dynamic shows up today in modern media and church culture. We talk about how beliefs are formed through experience, pain, and preference, and why truth can’t be reduced to convenience. If every action flows from a belief, then unexamined beliefs quietly shape our lives, our families, and our faith.

    Ultimately, this conversation is about maturity. Truth exists, but it’s always applied by imperfect people. That means growth requires humility, community, and a willingness to question what we “know for sure.” Whether your standard is Scripture, experience, or something else entirely, this episode is an invitation to examine it honestly and ask a harder question: is it producing the kind of fruit you actually want?









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    50 Min.
  • 15. The problem beneath the problem

    15. The problem beneath the problem
    Jan 20 2026
    In this episode of The Dialog, we step back from the noise and ask a deeper question: what’s actually beneath the problems we keep arguing about? From culture wars and politics to division, fear, and outrage, we explore why so many of our solutions fall flat and why fixing the surface rarely changes the future.

    We talk about virtue, character, and the quiet formation of the human heart. Instead of asking what “they” are doing wrong, the conversation turns inward. What kind of people are we becoming? How do comfort, convenience, and selfishness shape our decisions, our relationships, and even our faith? Real change doesn’t start with policies or platforms. It starts with formation.

    Ultimately, this episode is a call to personal responsibility and long-term thinking. The future is not shaped by arguments, outrage, or echo chambers, but by people who are willing to live truthfully, love sacrificially, and stay in the tension long enough for real fruit to grow. If we want a better world, we have to start by becoming better neighbors, better leaders, and better humans—one conversation, one choice, one life at a time.

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    35 Min.
  • 14. Who is my neighbor?

    14. Who is my neighbor?
    Jan 13 2026
    In this episode of The Dialog, we talk about the modern Christian reflex to critique from a distance. We unpack how American church culture has trained us to form strong opinions about pastors, movements, and “the way it should be,” without ever getting close enough to actually see the fruit. The question underneath the criticism is simple and personal: are we judging people we don’t know, based on races we aren’t running?

    From there, we wrestle with discipleship, altar calls, and the tension between measurable moments and real transformation. A Christmas production sparks a deeper conversation about what counts as evidence of God at work, what we can and can’t control, and why the timeline for spiritual growth rarely fits our systems. The goal isn’t to argue tactics, but to recover humility and trust God with people while we keep doing our part.

    Finally, we take Jesus’ command seriously when He redefines “neighbor” and calls us to love in ways that confront our categories. We talk about enemies, fear, and the temptation to reduce people into labels instead of treating them like humans made in God’s image. If the Great Commandment and Great Commission are really the main thing, then this episode is an invitation to look in the mirror first, ask what love requires of you, and let your life produce the kind of fruit you hope to see in the world.


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    59 Min.
  • 13. Judge the fruit

    13. Judge the fruit
    Jan 6 2026
    In this episode of The Dialog, we talk about Christian media and why so much of it has historically felt like a subculture that only Christians can tolerate. We compare what’s being made today to the broader world of film and music, and we give real credit where it’s due. From Angel Studios to artists like Forrest Frank, there’s a shift happening, and it’s exciting to see believers aiming higher, not just for a message, but for excellence.

    But the conversation doesn’t stop at “is it good or not.” We get into something deeper: the way Christians critique. Why are we so quick to assign motives, tear down people we don’t know, and use scripture like a weapon? We talk about how easy it is to sit on the sidelines and judge, and how dangerous it is when we confuse preferences with righteousness.

    At the end of the day, we come back to a simple filter Jesus gave us. Don’t obsess over assumptions about someone’s heart, look at the fruit of their life over time. Are they faithful in relationships, steady in character, and producing real outcomes that align with the kingdom? This isn’t about defending celebrities or building platforms. It’s about learning how to discern with humility, honor authority, and keep the main thing the main thing.


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    52 Min.
  • 12. What should church be?

    12. What should church be?
    Dec 30 2025
    What is the future of the Church and who actually gets to decide? In this episode of The Dialog, we wrestle with the tension between God’s intent for the Church and our human tendency to organize, systematize, and protect what feels familiar. From early church leadership models to modern megachurch expressions, we keep circling back to the deeper question beneath it all: what is the Church actually for?

    We talk through how traditions are formed, how good ideas slowly turn into unquestioned dogma, and how being just a little off course can create serious drift over time. Along the way, we touch church history, Catholic and Protestant differences, cultural relevance, and the danger of turning methods into mandates. We also challenge the modern habit of critiquing churches from a distance, without relationship, humility, or real context.

    At the center of it all is the Great Commission. If the Church exists to make disciples, then the real question is whether our structures are producing spiritual maturity or just activity. This isn’t a debate or a takedown. It’s an honest search for truth and an invitation to rethink how we build the future of the Church together.

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    57 Min.
  • 11. Why you MUST believe in Santa Claus

    11. Why you MUST believe in Santa Claus
    Dec 23 2025
    Why you MUST believe in Santa Claus is not about a man in a red suit or flying reindeer. It is about what Santa represents. Hope. Generosity. The belief that good people still exist and that giving can be done for no reason other than love.

    In this Christmas episode, Josh and Nick explore the real story of St. Nicholas of Myra. A man shaped by loss, faith, persecution, and courage. They unpack the history behind Santa Claus, from secret gifts to standing against injustice, including the famous moment at the Council of Nicaea. Along the way, they wrestle with what it means for something to be real, why people stop believing in good, and how innocence is often lost long before childhood ends.

    Christmas is the reminder that Jesus came to bring hope into a broken world. But it is also a reminder that we are set apart to carry that hope forward. To be generous. To be courageous. To be the kind of people others can still believe in.

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    45 Min.