Living Unoffended Podcast

In this episode, Brant looks at how the earliest Christians described themselves—not by their beliefs alone, but by their commitment to love their enemies. Through the stories of Justin Martyr, Corrie ten Boom, and Immaculée Ilibagiza, he explores why obedience often comes before emotion, and how actually doing what Jesus taught can transform both our hearts and our lives.

In this episode, Brant responds to a heartbreaking email from a listener whose husband unexpectedly left her family. He talks about why some truths are best shared in their proper season, what it really means to "mourn with those who mourn," and how forgiveness doesn't minimize pain—it points us toward freedom. Then Brant shares a chapter from The Truth About Us , exploring our deep need to justif...

In this episode, Brant shares an essay inspired by an African proverb: "If you want to find out what kind of tree it is, bump into it and see what falls." It leads to a challenging question for all of us: when we're inconvenienced, criticized, threatened, or hurt, what comes out? 

What if one of the strongest arguments for Christianity isn't an argument at all? In this episode, Brant reflects on a powerful interview featuring mathematician and Christian thinker John Lennox, where an atheist host admits that what stands out most isn't Lennox's intellect—it's his peace. That conversation leads into a deeper look at what makes Jesus visible in a world that expects anger, retal...

Why is it often easier to love humanity than the people right in front of us? In this episode, Brant explores one of Jesus' most challenging teachings from Luke 6: "Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you." What if these commands aren't just difficult spiritual ideals, but the key to a freer, lighter, and more peaceful life? Along th...

In this episode, Brant shares two powerful listener stories that highlight the surprising freedom found in forgiveness. One listener recounts a years-long conflict with a neighbor that eventually transformed into friendship through prayer and compassion. Another shares how carrying deep offenses left her physically and emotionally depleted—and how learning to let go changed the trajectory of her l...

What happens when forgiveness goes so deep that you begin rooting for the person who hurt you most? In this deeply moving episode, Brant shares a remarkable email from a listener whose life was forever changed after a violent home invasion years ago. Through grief, healing, and learning to truly forgive, she arrived at a place she never expected: hoping one day to embrace the very man who tried to...

Brant unpacks why reacting in anger is actually the harder way to live, how praying for enemies softens the heart, and why forgiveness is anything but weakness In this episode, a powerful story from a friend whose wife's purse was stolen—along with cash, gift cards, IDs, credit cards, and even their car key fob. Instead of spiraling into bitterness or revenge, something unexpected happened while m...

What happens when loving something good turns into hating people who threaten it? In this episode, Brant reads a powerful email from a Marine veteran who wrestled with what it meant to love his enemies in the middle of war. It sparks a deeper conversation about anger, idolatry, justice, patriotism, and how even good things can become destructive when they take God's place in our hearts. Brant also...

How should followers of Jesus engage in politics, culture, and heated disagreements—without losing the heart of the Gospel? In this episode, Brant tackles a big question: What does it look like to love your enemies in a world full of strong opinions and constant conflict? Drawing from real-life experiences, cultural observations, and Jesus' teachings, he walks through a practical framework for eng...

What does it really look like to love your enemies when they have names, faces… and real power to hurt you? In this episode, Brant shares a powerful real-life example of someone putting Jesus' words into practice—praying for people they deeply disagree with—and how that kind of prayer doesn't just change situations… it changes us . He also tackles two tough realities: Being misunderstood (and why...

In this episode, Brant explores why the "small" irritations in life matter more than we think. From a frustrating Starbucks encounter to a crowded Easter service, he unpacks how petty annoyances can become real opportunities to practice forgiveness—and how those everyday moments prepare us for the deeper wounds life eventually brings.  

 In this episode, Brant explores something that sounds counterintuitive—but actually makes life better right now: humility.   Why does Jesus tell us to become like children and lower ourselves? And how does that lead to more freedom, creativity, wisdom…even better sleep?   It turns out, lowering ourselves isn't losing—it's gaining a lighter, fuller way to live

In this episode, Brant is joined by his friend Tyler for a laid-back (and intentionally "failed") conversation about something that doesn't get talked about nearly enough—loving your enemies.   They unpack the idea of "righteous anger" and challenge the common assumption that it's something Christians are called to hold onto. Is it actually biblical…or something we've just accepted without really...

What does forgiveness actually look like—and what doesn't it mean? In this episode, Brant clears up some common misconceptions about forgiveness. From boundaries and consequences to remembering the past and dealing with real hurt, he explains what forgiveness is not—and why it's still essential for anyone following Jesus. Letting go of bitterness doesn't mean ignoring what happened. It means choos...

In this episode, Brant reflects on how easy it is to say we love "the people," but how much harder it is to love the actual people right around us. He reflects on Jesus' love for Judas and Peter, and on what the Exodus story may reveal about God's heart even for his enemies. It's a reflection on how Jesus invites us to love even the people who feel impossible to love.

In this episode, Brant talks about a struggle many people quietly carry: regret. When we look back at things we've done—years ago or recently—it can feel impossible to move forward. But if God has already offered forgiveness, why do we keep holding on to guilt? Brant explores what Scripture says about condemnation, why guilt should lead us back to the cross—not keep us trapped in shame—and how acc...

What comes out of you when you don't get your way? In this episode, Brant reads a powerful essay built around an African proverb and Jesus' teaching about trees and fruit. If you want to know what kind of tree you're dealing with, don't listen to what it says — look at it's fruit. Bump into the tree and see what falls. From viral meltdowns to personal moments of sarcasm and pride, Brant talks abou...

In this episode, Brant shares part of a conversation with Marty Solomon (host of the BEMA Podcast and author of The Gospel of Being Human ) about what may be the most overlooked command of Jesus. If loving our enemies was once the defining mark of early Christians, why does it feel almost niche now? This conversation wrestles with a big question: How did something so central to Jesus' teaching bec...

In this episode, Brant walks through Colossians 3 and highlights a simple but often overlooked truth: no one is going to do your spiritual formation for you. "Clothe yourselves… rid yourselves… set your minds…" — these are decisions we have to make. Grace isn't opposed to effort; it's opposed to earning. If we want to become people marked by compassion, humility, gentleness, and peace, we have to...

What does it really mean to root for your enemies? In this episode of Living Unoffended , Brant talks about willing God's best for everyone—even people you strongly disagree with or who've hurt you. Forgiveness doesn't mean approving of evil or ignoring consequences. Justice still matters. But beneath it all, are we actually for people? Through a personal story and practical insight, Brant explore...

In episode 8 we hear a thoughtful listener email about forgiveness in high-leverage relationships—with family members, coworkers, and people who should "know better." From rude customer service encounters to backhanded comments, micro-offenses, and deeper tensions, Brant explains why practicing forgiveness in low-stakes situations actually prepares us for the moments that matter most.

What if traffic, criticism, and everyday frustration are actually training grounds for forgiveness? In this episode, Brant revisits why anger isn't a sin—but holding onto it can quietly shape our lives in destructive ways. Responding to a thoughtful listener email, he clarifies what Scripture really says about anger, why forgiveness isn't "post-it-note Christianity," and how emotions can serve as...

What if traffic, criticism, and everyday frustration are actually training grounds for forgiveness? In this episode, Brant revisits why anger isn't a sin—but holding onto it can quietly shape our lives in destructive ways. Responding to a thoughtful listener email, he clarifies what Scripture really says about anger, why forgiveness isn't "post-it-note Christianity," and how emotions can serve as...

Brant digs into a "sick burn of the Bible" moment with Zechariah and Gabriel, and uses it to talk about our obsession with big obvious signs from God.   From angel encounters to DNA untangling itself, he reminds us that the world is already packed full of wonder and mystery—and that sometimes faith looks like staying loyal even when we don't feel anything.