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March 27, 2020

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(00:00-09:22): Brian and Ian discuss : “How two poems about the coronavirus went viral by addressing spiritual needs”. “Pandemic” by Lynn Ungar, and "In the Time of Pandemic," by Kitty O'Meara both initially posted to Facebook, have become sensations online, reposted everywhere.

(09:22-18:45): Timothy’s ministry is a Chicago-based organization whose mission is to serve the poor, the homeless, and the broken-hearted through God's grace and love. Another cool sports story: “MLB, Fanatics Agree to Produce Masks, Gowns Instead of Jerseys Amid COVID-19”. 

(18:45-27:39): We hear from Pastor Josh Moody from College Church at Wheaton College on his encouragement through uncertain times. He emphasizes that we believe and are loved by a completely certain God, and how He is still in control.

(27:39-36:57): “Everything’s Canceled! Dealing with Disappointment in Pandemic” writes Abbey Wedgeworth in The Gospel Coalition. “The marriage supper of the lamb is a feast that cannot be delayed and will not be canceled.”

(37:53-48:36): Brian and Ian offer some devotional reflections to help during this crisis. 

(48:36-58:49): We hear from Dr. Warren Anderson, Director, Demoss Center for Worship in the Performing Arts and Dean of the Chapel at Judson University. He shares a blog post of his, A Thought to Consider in Light of the Well-Intended (and Possibly Completely Correct) Exhortation to Seize the Moment of “Unprecedented Opportunity

(58:49-1:09:12): GOOD NEWS! We are always about bringing uplifting and positive news amidst this crisis. Taylor Swift and Chris Hemsworth are sharing immensely, some hotels are opening their rooms for those in need, and the Pope has some encouraging words

(1:10:16-1:17:11): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

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