Say That

I kind of find God's promises frustrating because I don't always understand them and I know some don't apply to me. How should I think about them? (17:25-30:01) How can I make my faith less academic? (30:06-46:58) What is the limit on showing grace for other people? Having infinite "undeserved favor" seems unhealthy in some situations. (47:01-58:19) Closing Song: Deuteronomy 31:6 (The Poolhouse Guru) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

We take a look at a church's 150 rules! Which leads to discussions of (among other things): Cheerwine Holy War religious demons Kenny G summoning Satan The sin of hide and seek Then we answer a question about what place the megachurch has and should have in the future in the light of recent scandals and long term issues. (Begins at 36:46) Closing Song: Oh How He Loves Me Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask

I took on some new responsibilities at work and picked them up quickly. But that made me nervous that I might get overconfident and mess up. What's the right balance? (21:12-33:15) Getting through the pandemic mostly unscathed has given me a kind of guilt. How do I deal with that? (33:19-44:40) James 1:13 says God doesn't tempt anyone. But I alway learned He lets us be tempted to test us. Which is it? (44:43-55:42) Closing Song: Always, Always, Always (Jed Brewer) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

I recently lost someone dear to me, and I feel like I'm not grieving. What's going on? (24:37-37:08) When looking for a therapist what are the pros and cons of a Christian counselor? (37:13-49:32) People online are debating "modesty" again. Is that even in the Bible? Do I have to care? (49:37-1:04:41) Closing Song: Be Thou My Vision Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

It's a post-Easter emergency roundup! This week: A horrifying gigantic plush Jesus, Biblical podcasters, we uncover a very Gospel Coalition hazing ritual, and we discuss the God figure hidden in plain sight in a Disney classic. Closing Song: Greater Is He (Jed Brewer) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

How do I reflect on mistakes I have made in my past without getting stuck in guilt? (16:24-29:36) How do I know when God is telling me to be patient versus times when I am just scared to take a next step? (29:40-41:20) I am a recovering people pleaser and it caused a lot of problems in my life. How do I be a servant without being a people pleaser? (41:26-55:57) Closing Song: Break Of Day (Lee Younger) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)  

I feel like everyone expects my significant other and I to get engaged soon, but I am having doubts. What do I do? (16:02- 28:33) In Luke 7, Jesus raises a widow's son. But what about all the people whose loved ones He didn't do that for? What is this story supposed to tell us? (28:27-40:04) There are areas of my life where I am not really even trying to improve right now. Is that okay? (40:07-52:58) Closing Song: Take My Life and Let It Be (Lee Younger) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (anonymous)

Should I validate someone's feelings if they are throwing themselves a pity party? (18:56-31:42) My partner and I are having a baby. How do we tell our relatives "this is not about you"? (31:52-44:00) What do you guys make of the recent Christianity Today scandal? (44:03-1:00:04) Closing Song: Psalm 24:1 (The Poolhouse Guru) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

What's the difference between sharing something that helped you with someone else and toxic positivity? (18:52-30:25) I made a lot of progress in an area of my life. Is it weird or wrong that I just feel exhausted at the idea of having to put effort into the next thing I want to improve? (30:28-43:29) I have been thinking about the apocalypse a lot lately because...well, you know. How are we supposed to think about or deal with that idea? (43:32-56:00) Closing Song: No He Wasn't (The Bridge Loud ft Lins Honeyman) Ask A Quiestion: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

Someone accused my church of not being "biblically-based". What does that even mean? (15:50-31:38) How do I navigate "eating the meat and spitting out the bones" with Christian stuff? (31:48-47:18) How can I deal with well-meaning but nosy family members? (47:22-1:05:12) Closing Song: Micah 6:8 (The Poolhouse Guru) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

How do I tell the difference between processing bad news well and being in denial? (16:36-28:28) What does Philippians 2:14 "do all things without arguing or complaining" actually mean for us? (28:36-48:08) I hear people talk about an epiphany or a spiritual awakening. Is there a way to prepare for one of those? (48:12-1:03:22) Closing Song: Never Alone (Pete and Tasha Lawson) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (anonymous)

How do I empathize instead of judge when it seems like someone is causing their own problem? (15:50-30:14) I feel like my mind dwells on things that make me angry or unhappy. How can I stop? (30:19-43:17) What's the deal with Jesus casting demons out of people? Does that teach us anything? (43:20-58:27) Closing Song: I Am Free (Lee Younger) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask(Anonymous)

This week we look at a backlog of crazy stories including 90s Christian rockers sharing their opinions no one asked for, a literal witchhunt in a Nashville church, and more! Closing Song: Old Rugged Cross (Jed Brewer) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

What's the difference between guilt and remorse? (14:43-29:50) How do I have boundaries with someone who has leverage over me? (29:56-47:37) Jesus said to love God with all your heart and soul and mind and strength. How can I do that? It seems impossible. (47:41-1:01:54) Closing Song: Matthew 22:37 (The Poolhouse Guru) Ask A Question" saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

I treated someone badly in the past. They forgave me. I know God forgives me, so why do I still feel awful? (19:32-35:05) What do you guys make of the recent spate of book banning in US school systems? (35:11-54:28) It seems like some people actively work to be unhappy. Why do they do that? How can I make sure I don't? (54:33-1:12:53) Closing Song: Oh the Deep Deep Love of Jesus (Lee Younger) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

I feel like I am either way too busy or wasting time. How can I get in balance? (17:11-37:34) I am terrified to talk to God. Help? (37:39-52:58) How can I stop thinking about negative things from my past and get some peace? (53:04-1:09:32) Closing Song: Psalm 34:18 (The Poolhouse Guru) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

I feel like I know what I need from God, but not how to get it. What does that conversation look like? (18:27-30:32) How should I think about and deal with personal, individual ethical concerns? (30:35-45:36) Any tips for loving people who are just kind of tough to love? (45:41-57:34) Closing Song: No He Wasn't (The Bridge Loud ft Lins Honeyman) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

What can I do to cultivate hope? (26:26-35:27) I struggle with my mental health. Should I consider having kids? (26:26-35:27) Jesus said "in this world you will have trouble" but also to have peace. How do I have peace when I know things won't be peaceful? (35:32-44:44) Closing Song: Greater Is He (Jed Brewer) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

How do I make changes that actually last long term in my life? (15:09-28:06) Where is the difference between God speaking through circumstances and me just looking for things to reinforce what I want? (28:09-43:42) What can I do to be kinder to myself? (43:46-56:54) Closing Song: You Have Better (Jed Brewer) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)

What is one thing I can do to have a stronger walk with the Lord in 2022? (16:32-28:27) How do I have a healthy relationship with having goals? (28:31-42:48) Where do I draw the line between actively making plans and leaving room for things to happen? (42:51-56:14) Closing Song: Take My Life and Let It Be (Lee Younger) Ask A Question: saythatpodcast@gmail.com thebridgechicago.tumblr.com/ask (Anonymous)