Three Pastors Walk into a Bar

<p>Some recent survey and poll data has revealed an unusual shift in the political views of high school and college age men and women. Like so much other division and polarization in this country, young men are increasingly leaning to the right, politically speaking, while young women are increasingly leaning left. This argues against the popular narrative that all young people are becoming more liberal. In this episode, we discuss some of this data with a view to what this might mean for marriages, families, and the church in America.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://catholicvote.org/survey-shows-increasing-numbers-hs-boys-conservative" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Survey Shows Increasing Numbers of High School Boys are Conservative, Girls Becoming More Liberal</a></p><p><a href="https://monitoringthefuture.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Monitoring the Future project</a> </p><p><a href="https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/4125661-high-school-boys-are-trending-conservative/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">High school boys are trending conservative</a> </p><p><a href="https://www.americansurveycenter.org/featured_data/the-growing-political-divide-between-young-men-and-women/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Growing Political Divide Between Young Men and Women</a> </p><p><a href="https://www.dailywire.com/news/high-school-boys-becoming-more-conservative-while-girls-move-farther-left-survey" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">High School Boys Becoming More Conservative While Girls Move Farther Left: Survey</a></p><p><a href="https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/07/16/democrats-masculinity-roundtable-00106105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Democrats Have a Man Problem. These Experts Have Ideas for Fixing It</a></p><p><br></p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken are joined by Arizona State University Assistant Professor Jonathan Barth to discuss the US economy which has been crippled by government overspending and seemingly insurmountable national debt.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken welcome attorney Katherine Hartley to discuss how the Pacific Justice Institute helps their clients to fight back against threats to their religious freedoms, parental rights, and civil liberties. The Equality Act, free speech, and Idaho’s new law that criminalizes transgender surgeries are also discussed.</p><p><br></p><p>You can find the Pacific Justice Institute online at <a href="http://pacificjustice.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">pacificjustice.org</a></p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss perhaps the biggest risk that we run of being part of a local church. But even if that risk becomes reality, there can be reward if we don’t lose faith.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken meet with Idaho District 1 Representative Heather Scott to learn what went right and what went wrong in this year’s legislative session in Boise.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://atholbaptistchurch.subspla.sh/xcfjczq" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Idaho Freedom Update From Heather Scott</a></p><p><a href="https://growingfreedomidaho.com/101-things/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">101 Things You Can Do To Help Preserve Our Rights And Freedoms</a> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p>Chris and Ken welcome special guests Heather Scott and Ryan Gattoni to the podcast. Ryan is a solo missionary living on Gonave Island off the coast of Haiti in the Caribbean Sea. After most missionary organizations have left the country due to the devastation left by hurricane Matthew in 2016, the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in 2021 and the subsequent government collapse, a civil war with criminal gangs, widespread corruption, and crushing poverty, Ryan is living among the Haitians who remain--feeding the hungry, treating the sick and injured, teaching the children, and showing them all the love and hope of Jesus Christ.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Richard discuss the role that entertainment media, and films in particular, should play in the life of a Christian. How pure and perfect would a film have to be to get the unreserved approval of every Christian. Of Christ? </p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken challenge the assertion that there is systemic racism in Idaho that needs to be abolished and learn what it means to be black in Idaho from three men who are actually living it.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken challenge the assertion that there is systemic racism in Idaho that needs to be abolished and learn what it means to be black in Idaho from three men who are actually living it.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken tackle perhaps the biggest dilemma faced by nonbelievers–why a gracious, loving God would allow evil to prevail in his own creation: murder, hate, greed, natural disasters, wars, poverty, disease, and injustices of every sort.</p>

<p>Chris, Richard, and Ken tackle perhaps the biggest dilemma faced by nonbelievers–why a gracious, loving God would allow evil to prevail in his own creation: murder, hate, greed, natural disasters, wars, poverty, disease, and injustices of every sort.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the major differences between Bible versions and why they matter. They conclude with a crash course on how to read scripture. </p>

<p>Chris and Ken dispel some common myths and discuss what the Bible actually says about the eternal destiny of those people who reject salvation in Jesus Christ.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken dispel some common myths and discuss what the Bible actually says about the eternal destiny of those people who accept salvation in Jesus Christ. </p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken consider the risk of an environmental disaster in North Idaho similar to the recent train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio. North Idaho railroad lines are critical to moving coal, oil, and other cargo through the state. It is also a region with some of the most beautiful geography in the nation, home to abundant wildlife of every kind, and a natural playground for everyone who lives here.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken explain the answer to one of the most controversial questions of our day.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the so-called revival that sprang up at Asbury University in Kentucky in recent weeks, what characterizes an authentic revival, and what it might say about our decaying moral culture. </p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the typical reasons that people give for not being a part of a local church. Using scripture and their nearly 100 years of combined ministry experience, they point out the fallacy and futility of making excuses for not taking your place in the body of Christ that He died for.</p>

<p>On their way to having a serious discussion about a completely unrelated topic, the three pastors veer off down two rabbit trails but we kept recording anyway. Listen for examples of what pastors talk about when they're off duty. Down rabbit trail 1, Pastor Greg wasn't impressed by the movie The Whale. Down rabbit trail 2, the pastors discuss how church size can effect evangelism, discipleship, and church growth.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Richard take a look at the prepping phenomenon–preparing yourself, your family, and your home to live through an emergency. Whether it’s a run on toilet paper at the supermarket or the Apocalypse, what will you do? Why should you? Are preppers wild-eyed, conspiracy theorists? Do preppers lack faith in God to provide for them?</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the current flurry of political and legal battles going on at North Idaho College with retired City of Coeur d’Alene attorney, Mike Gridley. Mike has sued several current NIC board members, the acting President, and the school’s legal counsel over actions they have taken against the school’s hired president. The turmoil has cost the school over $1 million dollars so far, put its accreditation at risk, damaged education partnerships, demoralized staff and students, and spoiled the school’s otherwise excellent reputation. We begin to dig into the truth about what is really going on.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken meet Nate Harder, Director of Protectors’ Peak, a non-profit ministry that provides retreats for police officers, first responders, military, and spiritual leaders experiencing overwhelming stress. Guests to the 144 acre mountain ranch in north Idaho can enjoy a variety of soul-healing indoor and outdoor activities.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken sit down with freshman Senator Scott Herndon to discuss House Bill 666, which was approved by the Idaho House in the spring of last year but is now “drawered” in the State Affairs committee. Will it get taken up by the Senate in the 2023 legislative session or die without ever getting a reading?</p>

<p>Chris and Ken meet with Lisa Arnold and Lynn Paslay, the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of the Lakeland Joint School District and discuss the issues that are the most important to parents about their children's education: parents rights, racial equity and gender identity indoctrination, performance standards, staff shortages, school choice, homeschooling, and levies.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the origins of some of America’s Christmas traditions and contrast them with focusing on the real reason for the season, the birth of Jesus Christ our savior. They share how they celebrate Christmas with their families and close with a Christmas prayer for all their listeners.</p>

<p>Pastors Chris, Greg, and Ken interview Kristin Cope, Advancement Director and Joanne Zaijcek, Director of Women's Ministries Union Gospel Mission Center for Women & Children in Coeur d’Alene, ID about how the Center is helping women and their children who are homeless in North Idaho.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the possibility that paranormal beings exist and that many people believe in them, even Christians. The pastors look at examples of scripture in the Bible and whether they are consistent with the unexplainable.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the possibility that paranormal beings exist and that many people believe in them, even Christians. The pastors look at examples of scripture in the Bible and whether they are consistent with the unexplainable.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the possibility that paranormal beings exist and that many people believe in them, even Christians. The pastors look at examples of scripture in the Bible and whether they are consistent with the unexplainable.</p><p><br></p><p>Credit Ghostbusters Theme Song: Ghostbusters · Ray Parker, Jr. Ghostbusters (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) ℗ 2010 Raydio Music Corp. Released on: 2016-07-15 Composer, Lyricist: Ray Parker Jr.</p><p><br></p><p>Credit Grim Grinning Ghosts: Grim Grinning Ghosts (From "The Haunted Mansion") · The Melomen · Paul Frees · Betty Taylor · Bill Lee · Thurl Ravenscroft A Musical Tour: Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives at The Reagan Library ℗ 2005 Walt Disney Records Released on: 2012-01-01</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken sit down with recently elected Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris to talk about the challenges of law enforcement in one of the fastest growing counties in the US. Keeping the peace here in a conservative region has been made even more difficult by the COVID pandemic, a liberal county nearby in Washington state, attacks on constitutional rights in the name of social justice, and a steadily declining society. </p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken discuss the possibility that paranormal beings exist and that many people believe in them, even Christians. The pastors look at examples of scripture in the Bible and whether they are consistent with the unexplainable.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken refute the popular notion that our Constitution forbids any demonstration or display of religious faith by government institutions and that it is illegal for a person or church to express their faith in order to influence how society is governed.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken preview the Idaho 2022 General Election ballot and give their advice for each office and piece of legislation up for a vote. For more information about the election, polling places, absentee ballots, past results, and more, click the <a href="http://voteidaho.gov" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">voteidaho.gov</a> link below.</p>

<p>Chris, Ken, and Richard discuss some of the shocking findings of the annual American Worldview Inventory survey. It shows a dramatic decrease in pastors who hold a biblical worldview. Conversely, it shows troubling increases in syncretism being taught from pulpits across the country and denominations, which leads to confusion, doubt, uncertainty, relativism, and a host of other social ills.</p>

<p>Chris, Ken, and Heidi discuss some of the shocking findings of the annual American Worldview Inventory survey. It shows a dramatic decrease in parents who hold a biblical worldview. Conversely, it shows troubling increases in syncretism among parents, which leads to confusion, doubt, uncertainty, relativism, and a host of other social ills in their children.</p>

<p>When three pastors walk into a bar, they’re bound to meet people who give a variety of reasons why they either don’t believe Jesus is the Christ or they’re put off by Christians. In the third of a three part series, Pastor Ken shares his testimony of growing up in a form of universalism that left him confused and doubtful that there was any absolute truth to be found. But God loves even skeptics who struggle with answers to the hard questions about Him and His son Jesus. Ken now helps lead a church that includes many former cynics, skeptics, and scoffers who are living their lives as demonstrations of authentic, selfless, faith-filled service to their community and the world.</p>

<p>When three pastors walk into a bar, they’re bound to meet people who give a variety of reasons why they either don’t believe Jesus is the Christ or they’re repelled by his church. In the second of a three part series, Pastor Greg shares his testimony of growing up in a Catholic home before pursuing a life of chasing worldly pleasures. But God loves even those who scoff at His invitation to discover real peace and contentment through His son Jesus. Greg now helps lead a church that includes many former cynics, skeptics, and scoffers who are living their lives as demonstrations of authentic, selfless, faith-filled service to their community and the world.</p>

<p>When three pastors walk into a bar, they’re bound to meet people who give a variety of reasons why they either don’t believe Jesus is the Christ or they’re repelled by his church. In the first of a three part series, Pastor Chris shares his testimony of growing up as a pastor’s kid only to run in the opposite direction as a young adult. But God loves cynics too and pursued him with jealous love, undeniable truth, and radical grace. Chris now leads a church that includes many former cynics, skeptics, and scoffers who are living their lives as demonstrations of authentic, selfless, faith-filled service to their community and the world.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken meet with Lisa Arnold, the new Superintendent of the Lakeland School District and discuss the issues that are the most important to parents about their children's education: parents rights, racial equity and gender identity indoctrination, performance standards, staff shortages, school choice, homeschooling, and levies.</p>

<p>Chris and Greg run into US Senate candidate Scott Cleveland at the virtual bar. Scott has a lot to say about the incumbent, Mike Crapo and why he should be Idaho’s next senator.</p>

<p>Pastors Chris, Greg, and Ken welcome their state representative, Heather Scott, back to their Christian cantina to find out what the 2nd half of 2022 holds for individual freedoms in the state of Idaho.</p>

<p>Pastors Chris, Greg, and Ken interview Dr. Rick Hawk to find out what life has been like at North Idaho’s biggest crisis pregnancy center since the overturn of Roe v. Wade and what he expects for the future of the Pro Life cause in Idaho.</p>

<p>Interview With Pastor Paul Van Noy About the Difference Between Christian Nationalism and Patriotism That Keeps Jesus King Of All</p>

<p>Pastor Chris welcomes Ammon Bundy to the pretend pub to learn why a man that has defied federal and state agencies in at least three states in the past 8 years would want to run for the top government office in Idaho and why Idahoans should vote for him.</p>

<p>He fought against an army of communists in Vietnam fifty years ago. Today, his country is dependent on communist China like nobody of his generation could have imagined. Pastors Chris, Greg, and Ken welcome former Marine Joe Stenglein to the show to hear his experience as a soldier in Vietnam and compare the social climate then with today’s very different reality.</p>

<p>The pastors discuss school shooting prevention, preparedness, and response in our own county in the aftermath of the Uvalde, Texas school shooting. Deputy Nick Franssen, who is the active threat instructor for the Kootenai Co. Sheriff’s Office shares how Idaho police officers are trained and prepared to respond to deadly threats anywhere in their communities. They also discuss rights, responsibilities, and recommendations for armed citizens and resources you can use to prepare for the unthinkable.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken welcome David Reilly, who ran for Idaho Governor in the 2022 primary election as a Democratic write-in candidate, to the virtual bar. David has always voted for Republican candidates and espouses conservative Christian values but ran as a Democrat to draw attention to the practice by some Democrats of running as Republicans in order to compete in Idaho politics where Republicans dominate.</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken welcome Idaho Freedom Foundation President Wayne Hoffman to the virtual bar to discuss the risks and rewards of public accountability in Idaho politics. The IFF holds a lot of sway in state elections and legislation. Is it earned legitimately or is it dark money at work in the state capitol?</p>

<p>Chris, Greg, and Ken talk with Northwest Baptist Convention Executive Director Randy Adams about the current state of Christianity in the Northwest, how churches can get too big for their own good, and the sexual abuse scandal that is rocking the Southern Baptist Convention of churches.</p>