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The program opens with a prayer of gratitude and consecration to the Holy Spirit and Jesus. The hosts announce that it is Wednesday, July 22, 2026, marking the 42nd episode of the series. They emphasize the show's title as a mantra for living a life of gratitude.
Bill Maher and the 250th Anniversary of American Independence
Comedian Bill Maher recently highlighted the positive aspects of the United States as the country approaches its 250th anniversary. Despite acknowledging systemic issues like infant mortality and overdose rates, Maher noted that the influx of World Cup visitors reminds citizens of American luxuries, such as Costco and freedom of speech. The discussion reflects on the importance of gratitude and moving away from a "myopic" focus on digital screens.
The episode concludes with a "Bite Your Tongue" list that reframes common complaints—such as laundry, dishes, and taxes—as evidence of blessings like having clothes, food, and income. The hosts urge listeners to prioritize "scripture before screens" and offer a final greeting to the Bridge Church congregation. Pastor Jimmy expresses his eagerness to return home while acknowledging the gift of his time away in Florida.
A reading titled "Bite Your Tongue" encourages listeners to reframe common complaints about traffic, laundry, and taxes as evidence of blessings like owning a car, having clothes, and earning an income. The hosts reflect on how international travel often provides a necessary perspective shift that fosters gratitude for basic necessities often taken for granted in the United States.
Faith-Based Responses to Crisis and Relinquishing Control
The discussion explores how knowing Jesus changes one's reaction to daily stressors and technical meltdowns. The hosts emphasize that while believers must still take action, they should operate from a place of trust rather than a need for control. They advocate for "thanking God in advance" for solutions as a way to extend faith into future outcomes.
Introduction, Episode 34 and the Life We Get To Do This
The program opens with a prayer of gratitude and faith, emphasizing the privilege of sharing hope in a difficult world. It is Friday, May 29, 2026, marking episode number 34 of the series. The hosts reflect on their personal mantra, "We get to do this," as a declaration of the blessings they have received.
Divine Favor and Positive Interactions During Travel
The hosts recount several instances of what they describe as "divine favor" during their recent travels, including finding immediate parking after a prayer and receiving unexpected room upgrades. They also discuss the importance of being friendly to service workers, such as a kind lounge attendant from Africa. They emphasize that recognizing God's hand in small daily details leads to a life of gratitude.
Reflecting on nearly 50 years of faith, a host shares that 90% of their prayers are focused on pure gratitude. They discuss the restoration of their personal life, moving from a devastating past divorce to a 34-year marriage characterized by deep friendship and shared ministry. They celebrate the ease of their relationships and the lack of stress in their social circles.
Opening Prayer and Introduction to Episode 26
The program opens with a prayer honoring God and seeking hope for listeners on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. This marks the 26th episode of the series, emphasizing a theme of gratitude for the opportunity to produce the show.
Closing Remarks and Gratitude for Listeners
The episode concludes with a final expression of gratitude for the listeners and the opportunity to produce the show. The hosts encourage feedback via email and promise to return the following Wednesday with a new installment focused on looking at culture through a scriptural lens.
The episode concludes with the hosts expressing their mutual enjoyment of the weekly recording sessions. They reflect on how their off-air kitchen conversations naturally evolved into the podcast format. They commit to returning next week and close with a final blessing and the show's theme music.
The program opens with a prayer of gratitude, acknowledging God's presence in the minute details of life and seeking encouragement for listeners. The hosts celebrate reaching episode nine on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, describing their work and lives as a divine gift and a chance not to be missed.
The hosts conclude episode nine by thanking their approximately 1,500 listeners for their support and feedback. They encourage the community to share the podcast with others and look forward to reaching the milestone of episode ten the following week.
Adam Curry and Bridge Church Pastor Launch New Podcast
Adam Curry and the pastor of Bridge Church launch their inaugural podcast episode, reflecting on a three-year journey toward this collaboration. The hosts recount their first meeting at a dinner with their wives, Tina and Annette, which led to a fast friendship and the eventual decision to discuss faith and culture publicly. They credit Jeff Smith for the audio production and Craig Weinberg for the show's cover art.
The hosts conclude their inaugural episode by encouraging listeners to share the show via the Godcaster app, which they highlight for its lack of ads and data tracking. They express gratitude for the opportunity to record in the church studio and promise to return the following Wednesday. The episode ends with a musical outro emphasizing a life of gratitude.
