#111: God Problems

11/07/2025 59 min
#111: God Problems

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Episode Synopsis

We're back with a brand-new episode of Pastors Unfiltered, and this week, Pastor Tony and Pastor Brandon are catching up, cracking jokes, and diving into everything from international travel and lawn care... to apologetics, calling, and identity in ministry. Pastor Brandon shares stories from his recent Convoy of Hope trip, the struggles of house hunting in Seattle, and the heart behind Venture’s new sermon series: “God Problems.”00:00 – Intro, Norway trip & gardening love02:58 – PB’s yard obsession and seasonal planting06:05 – Convoy of Hope trip stories & poker night09:40 – The infamous Norway troll gift for Tony12:00 – Tony's Seattle house-hunting woes16:00 – Housing market frustrations & political commentary20:10 – Affordability, condos, and Tony’s life plans23:00 – Reflecting on old housing prices26:00 – Why Tony might just live in a van28:00 – Recap: From Ephesus series + naming changes30:55 – New series: “God Problems” intro & format35:15 – Series questions: purpose, evil, forgiveness, religions38:30 – Topical vs. expository preaching styles43:15 – Upcoming Ephesians & possible marriage series46:20 – Sermon planning insights & topical concerns48:50 – Pastoral identity and long-term calling52:05 – Dealing with pastoral comparison & pride57:10 – Reflections on young church planters & comparison culture59:50 – Fillmore’s rising influence and pastor humility01:03:00 – Best recent movie: *F1* (and sobbing during it)01:06:00 – Brad Pitt at 61, Vin Diesel’s Fast & Furious hype01:08:45 – Marty Solomon responds to criticism01:12:30 – More troll jokes from Norway01:13:45 – Final notes on Diddy & Epstein conspiracy theories01:17:30 – Church scandals: Jimmy Swaggart legacy reflections01:21:45 – Redemption vs. judgment in ministry failings01:25:00 – Wrapping up: pastoral grace and pod outro01:27:15 – PB’s intense facial expressions & listener feedback01:29:00 – Tony confirms Judah is still single01:30:00 – Final humor segment: Glenn Berteau impression & shoutouts01:32:00 – Closing encouragements & subscribe reminder