The Restoration Pour Over

Thoughts on Church Hurt

Church hurt is a real thing. How does one deal with it when it happens and how do you find the strength to stay plugged into a faith community in spite of it? *Note: this is NOT about abuse of any form. This episode revolves around fairly surface level hurts like misunderstandings, words that hurt, attitudes that harm, thoughts that impair. *

Fat and Happy

I'm doing aiight. Stuff is cool. I'd like more (fill in the gap) but I'm not doing that bad. What do I need God for? Pastor Brian attempts to address the idea of having 'it all' or at least, a lot, and still leaning into a greater story of purpose.

I'd Rather Have the Questions Than The Truth

There are a lot of unresolved conversations in the Gospels, yet Jesus rarely gives a definitive question. He's the best kind of friend: He often answers a question with a question. What is it about us where we hang our hats on knowing the truth instead of valuing the journey questioning can take you on? Pastor Brian discusses this and more on how the question can lead to more questions - and that's a good thing.

How Much Is Your Parking Lot?

Major, major ick factor with some churches, right? Like, why don't churches look at their communities as opportunities instead of transactional? Pastor Brian attempts....(tries?)....to remind us we are actually better when we are together. And when we are together, we can create pathways to relationships!

Get Rooted

How do you get planted or re-planted in a firm, spiritual foundation? What practical steps can I take to ground myself in my faith? Brian gives some practical advice on how to create good, spiritual habits to help you get started with planting roots in good ground.