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July 1, 2024
<p><b>Summary:</b> In the final episode of Season 1, Justin and Ben wrap up their exploration of the Lord's Prayer with a discussion on the controversial line, "For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever." They delve into manuscript traditions, the nature of prayer, and why persistence matters. The Dusty Boys also tackle the myths around Jesuits infiltrating the church and reminisce about old sermons and religious paranoia.</p><p><em>(P.S. If the Dusty Boys get canceled, you can always blame the Jesuits!)</em></p><p><b>Should I Listen?</b> If you've ever been curious about the mysterious line at the end of the Lord's Prayer or want to understand how prayer works in tough situations, tune in. Justin and Ben provide thought-provoking insights with a dash of humor.</p><p><b>Episode Highlights:</b></p><ol><li><b>Reflections:</b><ul><li><b>[00:00:00]</b> - <em>Humorous Intros:</em> Satirical lines include "God is on the fence about giving you the Holy Spirit" and "Jesuits have infiltrated the church."</li><li><b>[00:07:00]</b> - <em>Controversial Line:</em> The Dusty Boys discuss why "For thine is the kingdom..." isn't in some Bible translations and how N.T. Wright views its authenticity.</li><li><b>[00:13:00]</b> - <em>Persistence in Prayer:</em> They explore Luke 11's parable about persistence and why God isn't reluctant to answer our prayers.</li><li><b>[00:27:30]</b> - <em>Beheading and Prayer:</em> Ben talks about Acts 12, where James is beheaded but the church continues to pray for Peter.</li><li><b>[00:38:00]</b> - <em>Silent Grief:</em> Ben and Justin discuss how sometimes God's silence is His way of sitting with us in our grief.</li></ul></li><li><b>Conversations:</b><ul><li><b>[00:34:30]</b> - <em>Vanya:</em> Shares how persistence in prayer has increased her faith, especially during challenging times.</li><li><b>[00:40:30]</b> - <em>Jean:</em> Highlights the importance of presence in prayer, especially during grief, and how God isn't testing us.</li><li><b>[00:47:00]</b> - <em>Nick:</em> Talks about the challenges of corporate prayer and confirms that prayer doesn't need to be out loud to be effective.</li></ul></li></ol><p><b>Memorable Quotes:</b></p><ul><li>"The Lord's Prayer is an introduction to a person, not a method." - Ben</li><li>"What Job needed was not someone to come and tell him theologically the truth about his situation. He needed someone to sit with him in his grief." - Ben</li><li>"The beauty of prayer is that God is already there." - Justin</li></ul><p><b>Resources Mentioned:</b></p><ul><li><em>Matthew 6:13:</em> "For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen."</li><li><em>Luke 11:5-13:</em> Parable of Persistence in Prayer</li><li><em>Acts 12:</em> James' Beheading and Peter's Release</li><li><em>The Odyssey of Love</em> by John Peckham</li></ul><p><b>Cancel Corner:</b> If you're still thinking about canceling us, here's where you can do it:</p><ul><li><b>Justin's Instagram:</b> @justinyourface</li><li><b>Ben's TikTok:</b> @benwilliamstheman</li></ul><p>Find other shows over at <a href="https://www.lovereality.org/podcasts">lovereality.org/podcasts</a></p> <p>Want discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle <a href="https://www.lovereality.org/circles">lovereality.org/circles</a></p>
June 24, 2024
<p><b>Summary:</b> Justin and Ben tackle the challenging topic of temptation in this episode, unpacking the phrase "lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil" from the Lord's Prayer. They explore how this prayer reveals God's desire to guide and protect us while addressing misconceptions about trials and temptations. They also discuss Jesus' example in the wilderness and how prayer plays a crucial role in accessing God's deliverance.</p><p><em>(P.S. This episode was crafted by a robot. Hopefully, the Dusty Boys don't get canceled for it.)</em></p><p><b>Should I Listen?</b> If you're curious about how God leads us through trials and protects us from temptation, this episode is a must-listen. Justin and Ben offer practical insights on how to navigate challenges with God's guidance and overcome temptations.</p><p><b>Episode Highlights:</b></p><ol><li><b>Reflections:</b><ul><li><b>[00:00:00]</b> - <em>Humorous Hooks:</em> Justin and Ben start with satirical intros like "God will lead you into temptation unless you ask" and "God doesn't care unless you can get His attention."</li><li><b>[00:05:00]</b> - <em>Guilt and Shame:</em> Justin discusses his struggle with guilt when believing that God only gives you what you can handle.</li><li><b>[00:09:30]</b> - <em>Reinterpreting the Lord's Prayer:</em> They challenge the idea that God would lead us into temptation if we don't ask Him not to.</li><li><b>[00:14:30]</b> - <em>Trials vs. Temptations:</em> Ben explains how trials are opportunities for growth, while temptations are grounded in lies that challenge our faith.</li><li><b>[00:20:30]</b> - <em>Trust in God's Goodness:</em> They highlight how trusting God as a Father helps us understand His guidance through both trials and temptations.</li></ul></li><li><b>Conversations:</b><ul><li><b>[00:32:30]</b> - <em>Eddie:</em> Shares how trials can lead to the temptation to doubt God's goodness.</li><li><b>[00:38:30]</b> - <em>Amé:</em> Describes how Jesus' example in the wilderness shows that resting in God's Word is key to overcoming temptation.</li><li><b>[00:41:00]</b> - <em>Liz:</em> Talks about rewiring her reactions through the Word and learning to respond rather than react to temptation.</li></ul></li></ol><p><b>Memorable Quotes:</b></p><ul><li>"Lead us not into temptation is not about avoiding struggles but finding God’s presence in them." - Ben</li><li>"The Word of God is always true. I don't have to make it true; it is reality." - Amé</li><li>"Reacting versus responding: I’ve learned to slow down and respond instead of reacting." - Liz</li></ul><p><b>Resources Mentioned:</b></p><ul><li><em>Matthew 6:13:</em> "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil."</li><li><em>1 Corinthians 10:13:</em> "God will not let you be tempted beyond your ability."</li><li><em>The Odyssey of Love</em> by John Peckham</li></ul><p><b>Cancel Corner:</b> If you didn't catch the earlier episodes, we got canceled for praying through the Lord's Prayer and having a bit too much fun while doing it. If you're still upset, feel free to cancel us directly on our socials:</p><ul><li><b>Justin's Instagram:</b> @justinyourface</li><li><b>Ben's TikTok:</b> @benwilliamstheman</li></ul><p>Until our next episode, let's get dusty!</p><p>Find other shows over at <a href="https://www.lovereality.org/podcasts">lovereality.org/podcasts</a></p> <p>Want discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle <a href="https://www.lovereality.org/circles">lovereality.org/circles</a></p>
June 17, 2024
<p><b>Summary:</b> Justin and Ben dive into the topic of forgiveness in this episode, challenging common misconceptions surrounding God's expectations and how we handle forgiveness with others. They discuss the nuances of forgiveness in the Lord's Prayer, examining how Jesus' teachings align with the broader message of grace. They emphasize that forgiveness is an invitation to receive God's forgiveness and to live transformed lives that naturally extend the same grace to others.</p><p><em>(P.S. This episode was crafted by a robot. Hopefully, the Dusty Boys don't get canceled for it.)</em></p><p><b>Should I Listen?</b> If you're curious about what forgiveness truly means and how God's forgiveness shapes our relationships with others, this episode is for you. The Dusty Boys unpack the depth of God's grace and provide practical insights on how to walk in forgiveness.</p><p><b>Episode Highlights:</b></p><ol><li><b>Reflections:</b><ul><li><b>[00:00:00]</b> - <em>Humorous Hooks:</em> Justin and Ben start with satirical intros like "God doesn't always expect you to forgive others" and "God is waiting for you to forgive so that He can maybe forgive you."</li><li><b>[00:02:30]</b> - <em>Forgiveness and Hypocrisy:</em> Justin discusses the hypocrisy of expecting forgiveness from others while withholding it.</li><li><b>[00:05:00]</b> - <em>Receiving Forgiveness Freely:</em> Ben emphasizes that forgiveness is a free gift and how holding onto grudges leads to bitterness.</li><li><b>[00:09:00]</b> - <em>Forgiving as God Forgives:</em> They explore the parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18 and how it illustrates God's expectation for us to forgive.</li></ul></li><li><b>Conversations:</b><ul><li><b>[00:13:00]</b> - <em>Matthew:</em> Shares his journey from constantly seeking forgiveness out of fear to resting in the assurance of God's grace.</li><li><b>[00:38:00]</b> - <em>Zyra:</em> Describes how understanding that Jesus forgave both her sins and those committed against her released her from unforgiveness.</li></ul></li></ol><p><b>Memorable Quotes:</b></p><ul><li>"God forgives because He couldn't do otherwise; He is forgiveness." - Pam</li><li>"If we don't have the Spirit of God at work in us, how do we ever think we'll stop sinning?" - Justin</li><li>"Forgiveness is the only thing that opens the door to repentance." - Ben</li></ul><p><b>Resources Mentioned:</b></p><ul><li><em>2 Corinthians 5:19:</em> "In Christ, God was reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them."</li><li><em>Acts 10:43:</em> "Everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name."</li><li><em>The Peacemaker</em> by Ken Sande</li></ul><p><b>Cancel Corner:</b> If you think the Dusty Boys are beyond forgiveness and want to make them pay for it, you can find them on Instagram @jkhoe & @benjaminwilliams</p><p>Find other shows over at <a href="https://www.lovereality.org/podcasts">lovereality.org/podcasts</a></p>
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