The Brian and Pete Podcast

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete talk about receiving feedback, humility and pride. They discuss how to remain open to hearing advice and criticism from others including trusted sources and unexpected sources, and not falling into pride.

Today Brian and Pete chat about disappointment whether that be when we find ourselves feeling disappointed in God as well as when we’re disappointed with the people in our lives or even been disappointed in the church. They also chat about finding joy or thankfulness in the midst of disappointment and making sure that it’s not something that drives your decisions.

Brian and Pete continue their overview of the book of Acts starting off with a listener question about not being filled with the Holy Spirit means a lack of faith. They then discuss the remainder of Acts including Saul’s conversion to Paul and fast forward how he shares the Gospel.

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete talk through the timeline of the first few chapters in book of Acts and discuss the church at the time and the impact it has on churches today.

Today Brian and Pete chat a bit about dating and not compromising, and then dive into the importance of covenants, primarily in marriage but also in general.

Brian and Pete chat about the Go Global conference that welcomed teams from across the world to connect, learn and pray together. They discuss the importance of community, healthy leadership and their highlights from the conference.

Today Brian and Pete chat all about peace and how it’s often linked to trusting in the Lord as well as making decisions from a place of peace.

On today’s episode, Brian and Pete discuss Pentecost with references from both the Old Testament and New Testament, why it happened when it did, speaking in tongues, and Pentecost’s implications for today.

In today’s episode, Brian interview Jennifer O’Brien, author of The Power of Hope & Joy, shares her testimony of being diagnosed with MS and her journey with God with processing her diagnosis and bringing her fear and anger to God and choosing joy. You can find information on her book and e-course here: https://www.jenniferobrien.co.uk

Today Brian and Pete chat all things church history and how that impacts both the present and future. Based off an 8-week course with Go Global, Pete uses today’s episode to give us a brief roadmap overview of the course. Learn more about the course here: https://globalclassroom.online

In today’s episode of the Brian and Pete podcast, they discuss topics like discernment and not avoiding risk due to fear and how their churches make decisions. They also talk about a book Two Hours of Freedom by Charles H. Kraft and chat about deliverance and forgiveness as part of inner healing, as well as the concept of forgiveness over things that happen while we’re still in the womb.

In this episode, Pete interview Rob McArthur who shares his story of how he became a Christian and then a pastor, Revive Ministries and stories of God intervening in crucial moments and healing miracles.

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete talk all about Joy. They share personal stories, how the enemy will try to steal your joy, and discuss the difference between joy and happiness.

Today Brian interviews Mark Cameron from International Justice Mission. Mark shares his story of how he first heard of IJM and ultimately ended up working with them. He shares stories from the work they do, the people they help bring to safety from slavery and human trafficking, and the systemic change they help foster around the world. Learn more at: www.ijmuk.org

Today Brian and Pete chat about the life of Nicolaus Zinzendorf, born in the 1700s, who launched a missionary movement which reached people around the globe. They discuss how the teenage years can be key in their walk with God just like it was with Zinzendorf.

In today’s episode, Pete interviews Andrew Ollerton and they discuss topics like The Quiet Revival and how Bible sales and Christian faith searches increased exponentially during Covid, stories of people’s journey to Jesus, and Andrew’s most recent book which looks at the Bible’s 7 toughest topics. Below are some helpful links from today’s discussion: GOD’S BOOK: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 To...

Brian and Pete answer listener questions that were submitted via email to brianandpetepodcast@gmail.com . They discuss topics like creating a culture of prioritising prayer, how to approach struggling to read the Bible when you have little time as a parent to young children, ending with advice on encouraging kids to go to church when they find it boring.

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete talk about recent spiritual moments/observations and discuss Brian’s time in Ghana, fasting, miracles and wrap up chatting about the use of anointing oil during times of prayer.

Today Pete interviews Paul James-Griffiths who shares his testimony then about his work as an evangelist and also a book that he’s published titled, “What Has Christianity Ever Done for Scotland”.

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete discuss the Scottish Reformation. From Scottish inventions to important people of the Scottish Reformation and their stories.

Pete interviews church planters in Poland, Kris and Sara, who share their story including their battle with addiction and how God worked in their lives to move from the UK back to Poland to start a church.

Today Brian and Pete discuss hearing from the Lord when you feel like Heaven is silent and how he can speak to you in ways you might not even realise or understand at first. They also encourage rhythms like: journalling, reading the Bible, praying and getting people to pray for you to bring clarity.

Brian and Pete chat about not burning out this year. What can cause burnout, how to avoid it and incorporating the regular rhythm of having a sabbath.

In today’s episode, Brian and Pete talk about the importance of the church coming together to pray and the fruit that can come from it. They specifically mention the National Pastors Prayer Gathering that happens each year in January and the upcoming event, The Revival, in Glasgow happening this October. www.therevival.scot

Brian and Pete talk about about the book “Decade by Decade” by Bobb Biehl and share and how decisions you make in your life now, including your relationship with the Lord can impact the future you as well as potential challenges one might face in each decade.