Mostly Focused: Recent Episodes
Mostly Focused
The show where we bring you different perspectives on happenings in the world through a Christian lens. Zany and spontaneous, we approach each episode with a light hearted disposition. Hosted by Jonathan McWherter, Tanner Wilson, Garrett Hunt, and JP Peyton as well as special guests!
Divorcing Trump: A Plea to End Christian Nationalism. Political fanaticism has been alive and well in the church for decades, but over these last 8 years it’s been at a fever pitch. In many ways, and for many people, it’s been elevated to point of idolatry, giving way to a false Messiah, one that rides a red elephant and sits on the throne of the White House. Trump “the man” isn’t the issue, it’s the spirit of a false political gospel that’s been swept in with this polarizing personality. NOW WAIT. Lest you think we are dogpiling on Trump, we aren’t, just the spirit of Trump, most of us align on the conservative side of things. We just want to see the Gospel be priority again. Jesus back on the throne of our minds and the king of hearts. This week we break down how to navigate this political discourse and keep Jesus at the center despite the constant turmoil. There is no easy answer, and we all don’t agree, but the conversation is rooted in love, something many are missing today. Whether you’re on the left or right, this episode is for you.
What Women Want: Scripture or Misogyny? Lol, k. First of all it’s not lost on us that we had a whole episode discussing women in leadership and didn’t have a woman on the panel. Small oversight…ANYWAY…This week we were joined by guest host Zachary Griffin as we tried to answer the age old question about women’s role in the church, specifically in regard to serving in leadership capacities, including pastoral roles. Pulpit or Kitchen? What does Jesus say? 😂
Oh, Hell!? Yeah, we finally talked about, but what do we really believe about this fiery inferno? Is it a biblical fact or an ancient fiction? This week we break down our personal beliefs, what the scripture says, why so many are abandoning the idea of Hell, and debate if it’s a core piece of a believers theology or not. Plus, we talk about Jonathans Disney hospitalization, JP accidentally creates a new word, and Garrett’s toes seem to have a mind of their own. Oh, last thing, have you seen Fred Armisens Parks and Rec episode? If not, please go watch his “Sister City” episode where he explains how jail works and what sends you there. It’s a recurrent gag this episode, so plan accordingly.
Phewwwww. Another loaded episode. This week we dive deep into what cancel culture really is and what it looks like in the church. We breakdown different examples of each extreme & try to find the biblical answer at the center. If you thought the last few discussions were good, this one continues to build on that.
Are we failing ourselves by splintering off over doctrine quibbles? Are there legit justifications? Is it fear based? Are we hindering the body? How can this be remedied?Where do we stand on doctrine?What are your core beliefs?What are dealbreakers for you in defining ChristianityWhat are some “support” beliefs that you hold outside of core beliefs? How closely do your support beliefs align with your core beliefs and do you hold others to the same standard. What is the hold trinity of denominations? Do some get it “more right” than others.
Culture War: A Christian Crisis breaks down the current pitfalls of the culture around us and how Christian’s should maneuver them. From film and social media to lifestyle and music, we cover it all and offer our best advice.
Welcome to Episode Two: World at War. This week we break down the conflict in Israel, Russia and the Ukraine, and general unrest throughout the world. How does this relate to the western Christian, and what role do we play. Plus, there’s also some Bluey slander. So listen at your own risk and don’t shoot the messenger. 👀😂
It's been a year since we last recorded, and to quote Bob the tomato, "Have we got a show for you." Garrett, Jonathan, and J.P are back in possibly the most unfocused episode to date. We start with Garrett and Jonathan giving their best unsolicited "Dad Tips" and lessons learned over this year as new dads. We cover some quick thoughts and reactions to the SCOTUS ruling on Roe v. Wade and how the reactions have been all over the spectrum. We hit on Celebrity Culture in the church and our reactions on the validity of it. Lastly, we cover Christians and how we should interact with the holidays.
Things get wild quick. Golden Showers. Benny Hinn and his anointed Suit Jackets. Jesus delivers gifts at Christmas. My Goodies. The "dad wheeze." Enjoy!
This week Jonathan, JP, & Garrett are joined by special guest Cody Fox as we discuss why Christians have the perception of being a hateful bunch. We break down the why, the how, and what can be changed to reverse this narrative. We also debate if faith & science intersect or if they should remain separate. We delve into healing vs. medication, evolution, and so much more! Cody also takes time share his journey with salvation & how he maintains his faith in the world today. As a bonus we open the show giving our E3 predictions (we recorded this a few days prior to E3). Spoiler alert, we didn't fair so well.
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On this weeks episode Jonathan, JP, and Garrett sit down and discuss some of the biggest struggles we have faced in our personal walks with Christ and how hard Christianity can really be at times. We break down how the church should respond to cultural challenges such as Pride Month and the way the church is perceived in its response. We round out the episode by breaking down The Post Pandemic Church and the pros and cons that came from the way the church was forced to evolve. We have quick sing-a-long while we attempt to choose our Mt. Rushmore of Disney songs as well discussing some of the best non-Disney animated films.
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Jonathan, JP, and Garrett sit down and discuss some of the topics that both Christians and Non-Christians alike take too seriously. Are these concerns warranted? Join us to find out as we break down Satan Shoes, Cussing, Drinking, Spiritual Gifts, Anxiety/Depression, and more! Plus a brief spoiler cast of Godzilla Vs. Kong and The Snydercut. Our favorite onscreen adaptions of The Joker and our best impressions. Garrett also walks us through some of early “joys” of fatherhood.
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Back like we never left! Season 2 officially kicks off with a recap of 2020 and predictions for 2021. COVID, Kobe, STONKS, Next Gen Gaming, Politics and so much more. JP takes us down a strange rabbit hole and Jonathan makes some bold predictions, including one about the Queen of England (typical Mostly Focused). Tanner gives us a crash course on the stock market and we discuss the fall of church leaders and what the future of the church may look like post COVID. Lots of hidden gems in this one. Welcome to season 2!
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We are super excited to be joined by Jerod Warren this week as he shares his journey of faith with us. He walks us through his seasons of loneliness, rejection, belonging, and how in his most broken state, God brought him to salvation. As a bonus, you get a little dash of politics and what Jerod thinks about charismatic beliefs and why he is choosing to travel the world in the new year.
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Abortion & Homosexuality, yes, we finally talked about them. Join us this week as we do a deep dive into some of the "taboo" topics of Christianity and how we wrestle with how we should respond. Plus there are some fairly candid conversations about pre-marital sex and pornography and how they have impacted our lives. This week definitely has some weight behind it so listen with discretion as some sensitive topics are discussed. In Mostly Focused fashion shout outs were made and off the wall things were discussed. You won't want to miss this one!
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Tune in this week as we're joined by Jonathan's lovely wife, Abby. She dives in to what it was like growing up as the "good girl," and the pressures she felt to live up to that title. In Mostly Focused fashion, we run off the rails a few times...this week being no exception. Garrett throws multiple shout outs to the most random people and objects, we embark on an impromptu karaoke of Ooh Ahh by Grits, some spooky movie suggestions are given by all, and Abby sticks up for her queen, Taylor Swift. Enjoy!
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This week we tackle the topic of racism and what that looks like in America and how the Church should respond. We are thrilled to have special guests LaTreze Mushatt, Nick Pate, Kristopher Watson, and Nick Polk to help us further our understanding.
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This week we are joined by Kate and Josh Hughes as they dive into their individual testimonies and their marriage story. There is a lot to unpack, stories off loss to redemption, resentment to reconciliation. Plus, Josh's stomach is reeling from a Carolina reaper, Dougie Fresh returns for a phone a friend segment, and multiple "fart, sucks, and dang" words were used (because we couldn't say them as kids). There are plenty of laugh to be had all in Mostly Focused fashion.
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Join us as we begin our new series "Journeys of Faith"! In our inaugural episode we are joined by Dickie Lee as he walks us through his journey overcoming addiction, loss, and relapse, and he found Christ right in the center.
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This week on Mostly Focused we are joined by special guests Scott Adams, and JP Peyton as we discuss the state of Christian media.
-Meet and greets and journey's of Faith
-Is Christian Music generic/bland? Who are our favorites?
-Has Jesus been monetized and used as a puppet to fame?
-Why do ALL Christian movies suck? Plus our favorite movies.
-Where do we draw the line on idolatry?
-Plus, in Mostly Focused fashion we chase a few rabbits along away.
-Enjoy!
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Join us this week as we have our first guest, Jonathan's dad, Pastor Lynn McWherter aka Dougie Fresh. We dive into heavier topics on this episode such as:
Who Jesus is to us
How the world views Jesus
The infallibility of Scripture
Is hell real?
Is Lynn a rock star?
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Conspiracies eye roll
Politics and the church trigger warning
The Supernatural not the show
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The one where we talk about the state of the Church, challenges it faces, and how to combat them. Also included is a cookie review you won't want to miss.
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Mostly Focused. In this episode we discuss our journeys that brought us to where we are today, and what it’s like to live in the Bible Belt. Plus, as a bonus we briefly discuss how COVID has played out in our lives.
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