Back from his auditory hiatus, Jake picks up right where he left off, for the Beacon828 Podcast season 2 kickoff episode, "How do we as Christians love the LGBTQIA+ community"?

As Christians, this is a topic that is seemingly glossed over, rarely spoken of, and even sometimes untouched. For members of the LGBTQIA+ community, its good to know where Christians are getting their beliefs from, and how sin plays a part in the faith. Not only is it good to know how to love others that believe differently than you, it's a crucial element in minimizing the divide in a world where people are quick to pick a side.

Jake is joined by the Director of Student ministries for a Christian church, and long time friend, TJ, as they go into detail about a recent sermon series TJ gave to his high school and middle school youth group students on this very topic.

For this episode, Jake sits down with his good friend and fellow gaming fanatic, Bryce. They hit a variety of topics including Christianity, funny youth group mishaps, self identification, gaming, and more. You're invited to listen in on their conversation as they talk through their current thoughts on these topics!

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Jake's brother and good friend Josh is back for another great episode. Today they will discuss their current jobs, how maturing has effected their free time, and reflect on some fun brother memories. Come hear what a conversation between two growing Christian adults can look like!

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Jake is back after a week break from posting an episode, so get ready for a good one! During this weeks episode, Jake dives into 9 quotes/bible verses that have impacted him in one way or another. He also has some free-flowing verbal thought processes around each one as he deciphers meaning, and sees what the takeaways are.

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Quote References in order of appearance:

Maya Angelou quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/38559-a-woman-s-heart-should-be-so-hidden-in-god-that

Martin Luther King Jr. quote: https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/news/the-reverend-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-hate-cannot-drive-out-hate-only-love-can-do-that

2 Corinthians 6:14: https://www.bibleref.com/2-Corinthians/6/2-Corinthians-6-14.html#:~:text=ESV%20Do%20not%20be%20unequally,fellowship%20has%20light%20with%20darkness%3F

Proverbs. 11:2: https://www.bibleref.com/Proverbs/11/Proverbs-11-2.html#:~:text=ESV%20When%20pride%20comes%2C%20then,with%20the%20humble%20is%20wisdom.

C.S. Lewis quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/23356-love-is-not-affectionate-feeling-but-a-steady-wish-for

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/9172338-compare-yourself-to-who-you-were-yesterday-not-to-who

Billy Graham quote: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/billy_graham_385020

Charles Stanley quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/288786-prayer-is-the-link-between-god-s-inexhaustible-resources-and-people-s

Amos 3:3: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Amos%203%3A3&version=KJV

P.S. My mom told me it was Solomon who asked for wisdom instead of riches, not David. Thank's Mom!

For this weeks episode, Jake talks about his journey with the idea of content creation, and how that has shaped his mindset and perspective on certain aspects of our online social world. If you have ever considered content creation, this is a true story of the potential struggles and victories of taking that step forward.

Everyone has their experiences with alcohol. In an effort to aid adolescents in furthering their knowledge, as well as other people, Jake has done research on the effects of alcohol on a biological level. To truly understand what is going on, is to have a firm foundation to make informed decisions.

Source Reference 

Huberman Lab Podcast: https://hubermanlab.com/what-alcohol-does-to-your-body-brain-health/

Proverbs 20, 1: https://www.bible.com/bible/111/PRO.20.1.NIV

Jesus turns water to wine details: https://www.neverthirsty.org/bible-studies/jesus-early-ministry-a-d-30/wedding-at-cana/

Biblical wine facts: https://cfc.sebts.edu/faith-and-culture/was-new-testament-wine-alcoholic/

Some people love it, some people hate it. Either way, it is best to know how alcohol works on a biological level, as well as how it affects your mood and faith. Jake begins to share his research findings on this substance and describes in detail what alcohol does to your body, cells, and the breakdown process.

Source References:

Huberman Lab Podcast: https://hubermanlab.com/what-alcohol-does-to-your-body-brain-health/

Nature Communications article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-022-28735-5#Sec6

Jake and his brother Josh talk about their childhood movies, video games, and how much sushi they ate last summer and more.