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The teachings of Jesus lead us to a better, fuller life. This was true in the ancient world where Jesus first taught, and it’s still true today. But what does it mean to actually practice the way of Jesus in today’s complex, secular world? In this podcast by Practicing the Way, John Mark Comer responds to that important question through his teachings at Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon. Join us as John Mark provides practical insight on how you can be with Jesus, become like Him and do ...
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Our Vision Is Jesus Our Mission Is People Our Cause Is Love Listen to Messages from Bridgetown Church with Casey Kendall. For more information about Bridgetown, please visit www.bridgetownchurch.us
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Lou Perez is the author of THAT JOKE ISN'T FUNNY ANYMORE: ON THE DEATH AND REBIRTH OF COMEDY. Lou was the Head Writer and Producer of the Webby Award-winning comedy channel We the Internet TV. During his tenure at WTI, Lou made the kind of comedy that gets you put on lists and your words in the Wall Street Journal. Check out his article “How I Became a ‘Far-Right Radical.” In addition to producing sketch comedy like Comedy Is Murder with Free the People, stand-up, and opinion writing, Lou is ...
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Our goal is to reframe, simplify, and focus on our mission to make disciples in a post Christian culture. We discuss reaching new people and raising up leaders while removing the barriers of churchianity. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-bryant1/support
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Storytelling aficionado and inquisitive host Eugene Mirman (Bob’s Burgers) sits down with special comedian guests and pauses their true, entertaining, and personal stories to get the funny details they might have left out.
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"What if fasting could break our hearts open to the suffering of the world and move us to action?" John Mark explores the connection between fasting and justice, urging us to consider how this ancient practice can realign our hearts with God's care for the poor. He challenges us to move beyond a self-focused spirituality and enter into a deeper sol…
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Ááron Sepúlveda-Cué's father was a bullfighter. But instead of following his dad's footsteps into the plaza de toros, Ááron took a more dangerous job: Economist. Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (with Michael Ian Black). Lou was the head writer…
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I turned my air conditioning down extra low and knit my beanie extra tight for this conversation with the god of LinkedIn, Steve Faktor. Steve returns to the program to crap on cars, the suburbs, and libertarianism. He’s (mostly) right about everything, especially “How Taxes Steal Dreams.” Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke …
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Do you ever feel like your prayers aren't heard? In a world where we often feel disconnected from God's voice, fasting can be a powerful tool to hear and be heard by Heaven. John Mark explores the interplay between prayer and fasting, uncovering how these two ancient practices flow together and compliment the work of transformation in our lives. Ke…
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I really enjoyed my conversation with Peachy Keenan. We talked California vs New York; violent, crazy, homeless privilege; Neo-Nazis speaking Yiddish; and, of course, her book Domestic Extremist. Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (with Michael I…
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How can we overcome sin when our willpower isn't enough? John Mark talks about how fasting is one way to help us grow in self-control, and the ripple effect that can have throughout our whole lives. Key Scripture Passage: Romans 7v15-8v1 This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for th…
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Why should we fast? John Mark outlines the history of fasting in the Christian tradition, and argues that we don't fast to bio-hack our way to holiness, but rather to expose our weakness where God meets us. Key Scripture Passage: Matthew 6v16-18 This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thank…
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Exulansic returns to update me on: I Am Jazz’s Waking Nightmare, Autoandrophilia, The struggles of having “a rooster and a WAP,” Cotard sexuals, And if sex isn’t gender, then why are we changing sex traits? Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (wit…
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How do we sabbath well? John Mark highlights four common words associated with the word “shabbat”: stop, rest, delight, and worship, showing us how these four words give us clues on how to best open ourselves up to the life God offers us through this practice. Key Scripture Passages: Mark 2v23-28; Mark 3v1-6 This podcast and its episodes are paid f…
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Christopher J. Ferguson is a Lou Perez Podcast repeat offender. (Listen to his first appearance here.) This time around, Chris has a new book, Catastrophe!: How Psychology Explains Why Good People Make Bad Situations Worse. That means we discuss hoarding toilet paper, all the studies programs in college, and what it’s like swimming in the “tenure p…
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Do you think of Sabbath as a weapon? In a culture that is addicted to the twin drugs of accomplishment and accumulation, Sabbath is how we “fight” back against Egypt, Pharaoh, and his empire. Join us as John Mark continues his biblical theology on Sabbath with an exploration of work and rest in the story of the Exodus. Key Scripture Passages: Exodu…
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On this episode, I’m joined by Graham Linehan, creator of Father Ted, The IT Crowd, and author of Tough Crowd: How I Made and Lost a Career in Comedy. We talk sitcoms, the greatness of Laurie Metcalf, Graham’s cancellation(s), if he had any luck on that lesbian dating app, and lots more. Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Is…
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What makes the Sabbath different from the rest of the week? John Mark continues exploring a biblical theology of Sabbath, demonstrating how Sabbath is woven throughout creation as a rhythm for us to follow, and encouraging us to embrace the gift of this practice with delight. Key Scripture Passages: Genesis 1v31-2:3; Exodus 16v9-30; Exodus 20v1-8 T…
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In addition to playing tuba professionally, Joe Terwilliger studies mathematical genetics, where he does research on isolated populations in countries like Finland, Venezuela, and North Korea. His North Korean work extends beyond the genome into foreign policy. Joe’s the man who put together Dennis Rodman’s historical trip to North Korea. Lou Perez…
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Are you tired? In our world filled with fast-paced digital technology, what do we do to combat the restlessness that corrodes at our soul? John Mark teaches on how the practice of Sabbath can help us embody the peace of Jesus in our lives and and radically change our walk with God. Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 11v28-30; Hebrews 4v1-11 This podca…
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On this episode my guest, author Lisa Selvin Davis, and I answer some of life's mysteries: What do you put in an asexual glory hole? How do you build a cabin through a neo-Marxist lens? What is “experimental feminist video”? Have you seen the balls on Neil deGrasse Tyson? You can find Lisa's work at https://www.broadview.news/ Lou Perez is a comedi…
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What do you do when you hit a wall in your apprenticeship to Jesus? Beau Hughes, lead pastor of The Village Church, Denton, interviews John Mark and Matt Chandler, lead pastor of The Village Church, Flower Mound about their journeys of discipleship and formation. Together, John Mark and Matt encourage us to open our lives for God to bring transform…
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On this episode of The Lou Perez Podcast I talk with Wilfred Reilly, author of Lies MY Liberal Teacher Told Me. Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (with Michael Ian Black). Lou was the head writer and producer of the Webby Award-winning comedy ch…
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How do we become resilient disciples of Jesus? Gavin Bennett shares a vision for how a Rule of Life can shape us and our communities into people of love. He challenges us to resist the temptations to make a Rule of Life about control, busyness, duty, or enthusiasm, and instead encourages us to lean into the invitations of the Spirit and Jesus's eas…
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On this episode of The Lou Perez Podcast I talk with Devon Eriksen, author of Theft of Fire. https://devoneriksen.com/ Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (with Michael Ian Black). Lou was the head writer and producer of the Webby Award-winning co…
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How we respond to suffering—the story we tell ourselves, the habits we engage to cope and make our way through, the company we pull in or push away in the midst of it—how we respond to suffering will profoundly influence what we believe and who we become. From Ruth 1v6-22.Door Bridgetown Church
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How we respond to suffering—the story we tell ourselves, the habits we engage to cope and make our way through, the company we pull in or push away in the midst of it—how we respond to suffering will profoundly influence what we believe and who we become. From Ruth 1v6-22.Door Bridgetown Church
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