This episode, brothers Matt and Brian Silver discuss Francis Chan's book, Crazy Love. It may be clear that we have some reservations about the book's core assertions, but we have great respect for his passion and transparency. In Crazy Love, Chan questions the validity of "lukewarm" faith. He argues that many Christians have settled for a safe, comfortable, and apathetic life. Chan believes the answer to this is a passionate, selfless love for God that should lead to a radical and counter-cultural life.

Each episode, we discuss a different book. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

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Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver this episode as they discuss Henri Nouwen's The Return of the Prodigal Son. Inspired by Rembrandt's painting, Nouwen identifies with the lost younger son and the resentful elder brother, but ultimately finds his true calling in becoming the compassionate father. It's a personal meditation on homecoming, reconciliation, and our divine identity as the Beloved.Each episode, we discuss a different book. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com

Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver this episode as they discuss Law and Gospel, published by Mockingbird Ministries. McDavid, Richardson, and Zahl explore the fundamental theological distinction between God's demanding law and the unconditional gospel of grace. The book highlights how this framework can be applied personally, offering relief from the burdens of performance and self-justification.

Each episode, we discuss a different book. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com

Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver this episode as they explore Richard Rohr's Everything Belongs. Rohr champions radical inclusivity, urging us to embrace paradox and our shadow selves. He calls for non-dual thinking, finding God in all—brokenness and beauty—to foster Divine Union and compassion.

Each episode, we discuss a different book. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com

Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver this episode as they explore David Zahl's Low Anthropology. Zahl advocates for a realistic understanding of human nature, acknowledging our inherent limitations and internal struggles. This grounded perspective, fosters humility, compassion for ourselves and others, and a surprising path to genuine hope and deeper connection.

We discuss a different book each episode. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com

Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver this episode as they explore Anthony De Mello's "Awareness," a book that invites us on a journey to "wake up." It beautifully illustrates how our suffering often stems from illusions and attachments, even those wrapped up in our understanding of ourselves, others, and the divine. True happiness and love emerge from this awakening, leading to a fresh perception of reality and a liberation from rigid dogma, revealing a divine presence both within and around us.

We discuss a different book each episode. Brian, with eight years as Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, provides thoughtful theological insights. His older brother, Matt, has many questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. Expect candid conversations ranging from Matt's personal recovery journey to their shared experiences as preacher's kids.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com

Join brothers Matt and Brian Silver for open conversations, each episode centered around a book they've explored. Brian, an eight-year seasoned Lead Pastor at Hope Community Church in St. Paul, MN, brings his theological insights, while his older brother Matt, peppers him with questions about God, the Bible, mysticism, and theology. From Alcoholism and Recovery to the unique journey of growing up as preacher's kids, no topic is off limits.

In this episode they dive into Paul E. Miller's "A Praying Life," a book that sees prayer not as a chore, but as a genuine, childlike conversation with a loving God. Miller invites us into an honest, continuous dialogue with the divine in every aspect of life.

You can reach us at brotherandwhatnot@gmail.com