Brant unpacks why reacting in anger is actually the harder way to live, how praying for enemies softens the heart, and why forgiveness is anything but weakness

In this episode, a powerful story from a friend whose wife's purse was stolen—along with cash, gift cards, IDs, credit cards, and even their car key fob. Instead of spiraling into bitterness or revenge, something unexpected happened while mowing the lawn and praying for the people who stole it....

What happens when loving something good turns into hating people who threaten it?

In this episode, Brant reads a powerful email from a Marine veteran who wrestled with what it meant to love his enemies in the middle of war. It sparks a deeper conversation about anger, idolatry, justice, patriotism, and how even good things can become destructive when they take God's place in our hearts.

Brant also explores why evil almost never sees itself as evil, how grievance can transform people, and why praying for enemies changes us just as much as it changes the people we pray for.

This is an honest, thoughtful look at forgiveness, reordered loves, and the kind of inner transformation Jesus actually invites us into.

How should followers of Jesus engage in politics, culture, and heated disagreements—without losing the heart of the Gospel?

In this episode, Brant tackles a big question: What does it look like to love your enemies in a world full of strong opinions and constant conflict? Drawing from real-life experiences, cultural observations, and Jesus' teachings, he walks through a practical framework for engaging others without mockery, hostility, or losing your footing.

What does it really look like to love your enemies when they have names, faces… and real power to hurt you?

In this episode, Brant shares a powerful real-life example of someone putting Jesus' words into practice—praying for people they deeply disagree with—and how that kind of prayer doesn't just change situations… it changes us.

He also tackles two tough realities:

• Being misunderstood (and why it's unavoidable)
• Whether forgiveness always means restoring a relationship

If you've ever struggled with anger, resentment, or what to do with difficult people in your life, this one gets very practical—and very honest.

In this episode, Brant explores why the "small" irritations in life matter more than we think.

From a frustrating Starbucks encounter to a crowded Easter service, he unpacks how petty annoyances can become real opportunities to practice forgiveness—and how those everyday moments prepare us for the deeper wounds life eventually brings.

In this episode, Brant explores something that sounds counterintuitive—but actually makes life better right now: humility.

Why does Jesus tell us to become like children and lower ourselves? And how does that lead to more freedom, creativity, wisdom…even better sleep?

It turns out, lowering ourselves isn't losing—it's gaining a lighter, fuller way to live

In this episode, Brant is joined by his friend Tyler for a laid-back (and intentionally "failed") conversation about something that doesn't get talked about nearly enough—loving your enemies.

They unpack the idea of "righteous anger" and challenge the common assumption that it's something Christians are called to hold onto. Is it actually biblical…or something we've just accepted without really examining?

Plus, a real-life listener question brings it all home: how do you deal with a difficult, overbearing coworker without losing your peace—or your patience?

What does forgiveness actually look like—and what doesn't it mean?

In this episode, Brant clears up some common misconceptions about forgiveness. From boundaries and consequences to remembering the past and dealing with real hurt, he explains what forgiveness is not—and why it's still essential for anyone following Jesus.

Letting go of bitterness doesn't mean ignoring what happened. It means choosing a better way forward—one that leads to freedom.