This week, Gary and Faith wander into a wide-open conversation about the future...both earthly and eternal.

From the promise of flying cars to the mystery of what heaven actually looks like, we ask the big questions: Will we still learn and grow in heaven? Will we work, rest, explore, or mow the lawn? Also, yes, there’s an entire section on bagel regret and breakfast sandwich triumph.

Along the way, we share stories of baptism, testimonies that moved us, and the strange comfort of not knowing it all yet.

If you've ever wondered about the afterlife and the right way to store a farmer's market bagel… this one's for you.

We mentioned:

The Day Tripper by James Goodhand (book on nonlinear time and memory)

The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis

Defending Your Life (1991 film by Albert Brooks)

John Eldredge’s writing on imagination and heaven

Revelation 21 & the Wedding Feast of the Lamb

Starved Rock State Park (IL)

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

Join Gary, Faith, and Chris for a fascinating conversation about the historical credibility of the Bible — and why it matters. This episode dives deep into how we know the New Testament is one of the most well-preserved documents from the ancient world, how it compares to other historical texts like Caesar’s Wars, and why that might change the way you think about Jesus.

From Roman history to manuscript evidence, from ancient eyewitnesses to lobster Thermidor at Culver’s (yep, really) — this episode is part crash course, part conviction, and full of the big spiritual questions we’re all asking.

Resources Mentioned:

• William Lane Craig (ReasonableFaith.org)
• Josephus, Tacitus, and other extra-biblical sources
• The Masoretic scribes
• The Code of Hammurabi

Dive into a thought-provoking discussion with Gary and Faith this week! This episode explores the human tendency to follow the crowd, the search for meaning, and how Christians can discern truth.

• Recognizing "Five McChicken" moments in life.
• The human need to worship and follow.
• Testing truth against scripture, counsel, and life experience.
• God's unwavering love and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
• The importance of humility and submission in the Christian faith.

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

In this episode, we dive deep into a question many believers wrestle with: Does knowing more about God actually bring you closer to Him? We explore the difference between knowledge and relationship, unpack common misconceptions, and share practical ways to cultivate a closer, more authentic connection with God beyond just information.

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

Join Gary and Faith as they discuss if you can actually go 'all in' with God, and what that even means! They also discuss the truth about dental hygiene and if you can 'fake' a sermon or a worship set.

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

Join Gary Ricci and Desmond Steed as they discuss social anxiety, online church, and the Minecraft movie.

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

Join Gary and Faith as they discuss God, Pain, and Purpose. They also talk mothers day throughout the years.

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.

Join Gary and Faith as they discuss why it seems like we always want to be right. They also talk about how Jesus actually wants to know you, visiting a catholic church, and more!

Questions for WFL or want to support the ministry? Visit www.newhoperoundlake.com/WFL or email WFL@newhoperoundlake.com

WFL is recorded and produced at New Hope Christian Community in Round Lake Heights, IL.