Ladders in the Mist

Brian Oaks
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Honest conversations on abstractions in Life, Faith, and Leadership. Exploring how the gospel redefines our measures of success.  Promoting curiosity on systems

Episodes

  1. 11h ago

    Ambition and Stewardship

    Stewarding ambition is a process. The joy of stewardship aligns with our willingness to surrender our expectations in the unknown.

    18 min

  2. 04/30/2025

    Ambition - is it good?

    Ambition is a longing. It is important to discern the object of that longing.

    25 min

  3. 01/22/2025

    Saying Grace

    Most people are unaware of the diverse challenges facing the food service industry. As the second largest economic driver in Georgia, the health of these businesses impacts everyone. In this episode, we explore barriers and opportunities to providing spiritual support for the individuals who own and operate local restaurants.

    22 min

  4. 11/04/2024

    Is Christianity Left or Right Talk 4 - Final Thoughts

    In this final conversation, Andy and Brian discuss their individual experiences from the previous sessions.  While Andy and Brian agree and differ on several issues of politics and faith, their ability to discuss these topics and maintain respectful discourse is something worth replicating.

    20 min

  5. 10/28/2024

    Is Christianity Right? Talk 3

    In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically RIGHT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into three categories (Moral, Governmental Philosophy and Personal Freedom). The conversation was designed to concentrate on the topics from the RIGHT Perspective, but a significant portion of the chat contrasted the two sides. The views from the RIGHT side are: NOTE TO LISTENERS. We are not debating the issue. We also recognize that many will see all issues as moral. We selected this structure to help us organize the chat. Our goal is to discuss if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity.  Moral  Abortion: against abortion rights, support only adult stem cell research. Gay Rights: opposed to gay marriage; opposed to certain anti-discrimination laws because believing such laws conflict with certain religious beliefs and restrict freedom of religion.Governmental Philosophy Healthcare: Oppose government-provided universal healthcare and the Affordable Care Act. Favor competition to Medicare from private insurance companies; oppose Medicaid expansion.Education: parents wanting to home-school or send kids to private school should be able to get vouchers for opting out of the public school system. Generally not opposed to public education.Voter ID: For voter identification laws to combat voter fraud. Immigration: No "amnesty" for undocumented immigrants; stronger border patrol and fence to check illegal immigration. Belief that illegal immigration is lowering wages for citizens and documented immigrantsPersonal Freedom Economy: Lower taxes; less regulation on businesses; reduced government spending; balanced budget.Gun Rights: opposed to gun control laws; proponents of Second Amendment, believing it's a deterrent against authoritarian rule.Environment: Considering economic impact of environmental regulation. Believe free markets will find solutions to environmental problems.

    24 min

  6. 10/27/2024

    Is Christianity Left? - Talk 2

    In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically LEFT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into two categories (Personal and Social). While the topics are mirrored for the RIGHT Perspective, the topics descriptions are unique. They are: NOTE TO LISTENERS. WE are not debating the issue. Just if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity.  Personal (Issues typically more individual) Abortion: Unpenalized access. Both adult and embryotic stem cell research. Gay Rights: gay marriage; support anti-discrimination laws to protect LGBT against workplace discriminationEconomy: Distribution of wealth; Larger government regulation on social programs and business.Social (Issues typically more social) Education: Favor expanded free, public educationGun Rights: like background checks or waiting periods before buying a gun; banning automatic weapons; and disallowing concealed weapons.Voter ID: Against voter ID laws citing (a) undue burden on lower income groups causing them to be disenfranchised Immigration: Pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants; moratorium on deportations or prosecutions of undocumented immigrants who are young adults and have no criminal record.Healthcare: Access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens. Support universal healthcare.Environment: Conservative, ban economic activity that may create jobs but could potentially harm the environment.

    24 min

  7. 10/27/2024

    Is Christianity Left or Right - Talk 1

    An overview of Left and Right. What happens we talk about Left and Right.

    22 min

  8. 10/27/2024

    Is Christianity Left or Right - INTRO

    An introduction to a conversation between Andy and Brian on the perceptions of Christianity being politically Left or Right.

    5 min
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Honest conversations on abstractions in Life, Faith, and Leadership. Exploring how the gospel redefines our measures of success.  Promoting curiosity on systems

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  • Creator
    Brian Oaks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
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