Join us as we continue our conversation about disagreeing well and dive in to the topic of listening!

It feels as if we're living in a time when people have lost the ability to discuss something, disagree about it, and still walk away as friends. How can we, as followers of Jesus, relearn the lost art of disagreeing well?

Furthermore, what does it look like to be convince-able but not gullible? Join hosts Jake Silvera and Luke and Janelle Heirendt for this important conversation.

In this final episode of our Faith and Film series (and our second discussing Emma) Practically Christian hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera explore the deeper spiritual themes of pride, discipleship, and the illusion of control. Emma Woodhouse may be charming and clever, but her need to orchestrate other people’s lives reveals a problem many of us share: we trust our plans more than God’s.

Why do we struggle to see our own faults clearly? What does healthy discipleship look like when you're mentoring someone with less experience or faith maturity? And when—if ever—is it okay to play matchmaker?

• Pride, Repentance & Self-Awareness – Why growth begins with seeing ourselves clearly
• Mentoring Without Controlling – The difference between guiding someone and playing God
• Playing Matchmaker – The illusion of control and the freedom of trusting God’s plan

We close with a fun question: Have you ever set someone up on a date—and how did it go?

Tune in for practical theology, relatable laughs, and an honest look at what Austen’s classic has to teach us about spiritual growth and letting go.

In this episode of Practically Christian, hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera dive into Emma. (2020), a visually stunning and delightfully sharp adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel. On the surface, it’s a story of romance and matchmaking, but beneath the charm and wit lies a deeper exploration of love, friendship, and the hard truths that lead to real growth.

Join us as we unpack the spiritual and relational lessons hidden in Emma.—from Mr. Knightley’s brutally honest love to the way our friendships either sharpen us or lead us astray. Why is it so hard to tell the truth when it might hurt someone? How do we know if our friendships are pushing us toward Christ or just feeding our ego? And how do we recognize the difference between real love and the idea of love?

• True Love Speaks Truth – Why real love challenges us to grow
• The Role of Friendship in Spiritual Growth – Are our friends shaping us or flattering us?
• Romantic Fantasies vs. Real Love – Learning to tell the difference

Plus, we wrap up with a fun get-to-know-you question: What’s your most embarrassing dating moment?

Don’t miss part two, where we tackle pride, control, and why Emma just can’t stop playing matchmaker!

🎧 Listen now and let’s get practically Christian about love, friendship, and growth!

In this episode of Practically Christian, we dive into Scott Pilgrim vs. the World to explore how identity, self-respect, and spiritual growth shape our relationships and faith.

Scott’s journey isn’t just about winning Ramona—it’s about transformation. We unpack his false self-perception, the difference between self-respect and works-based validation, and why his ultimate victory comes not from the "Power of Love" but from the "Sword of Self-Respect."

Along the way, we reflect on the gospel’s contrast between striving for love and receiving grace (Ephesians 2:8-10), discuss the dangers of unhealthy relationship patterns, and ask what Christians can learn from Scott’s battle with himself—his own worst enemy.

Join us as we break down how true transformation happens through grace, self-awareness, and learning to love others as redeemed, not perfect, people.

In this episode ofPractically Christian, hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera dive into the chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly deep world ofScott Pilgrim vs. the World. At first glance, it’s a quirky, video game-inspired love story—but beneath the surface, it’s a battle against baggage, insecurity, and the ghosts of relationships past.

Why does Scott have to fight Ramona’s exes? Is he battling them—or theideas of them? What does this story teach us about guarding our hearts, navigating friendships, and dealing with emotional baggage in relationships? Join us as we unpack the spiritual and relational themes hidden inside Scott’s pixelated path to self-awareness.

🔹 Funniest moments & why humor makes the message hit harder🔹 The real fight: Are we battling people, or their past experiences?🔹 How friendships shape us—for better or worse🔹 Moving past relationships: What does healthy closure look like?

Subscribe and stay tuned for Episode 2, where we explorewhy Scott fails when he fights for love—but wins when he fights for self-respect.

Join us for our deep dive into the theological topics that are raised by the movie Tenet. In this episode we'll dive into topics such as: Does God know the future before it happens? If so, does He change his actions in the present based on that knowledge? And, finally, are there things that haven't happened because God prevented them from happening? Questions that are nearly as mind boggling as the movie.

Join us as we discuss one of Luke's favorite films: Tenet. In this episode we break down the plot, what we love and hate about the film, and some initial thoughts about how films in general-and this one specifically-can point us toward the work of Christ. Also, if you listen to the podcast in reverse it will make more sense (just kidding).