The Way We See It

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant tackles the heated debate surrounding gerrymandering, breaking down both the positives and negatives and why both political parties fight so hard to control the maps. Alex challenges the idea that race should determine how people vote and asks whether modern politics has shifted from representing voters to manipulating them. Are politicians...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant dives into the importance of teaching your kids a strong work ethic in a culture that often settles for average. Drawing from Do Hard Things and Wonderful by Travis Spencer, Alex unpacks what it really takes to develop grit, resilience, and excellence in the next generation. He also brings insight from a radio conversation with Dr. Jared Web...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant unpacks the powerful reality of the Delmar Boulevard divide in St. Louis, where one street separates two completely different worlds, one marked by struggle, the other by opportunity and growth. While many point to systemic issues, Alex leans into a deeper conversation about education, exposure, and decision-making. He challenges listeners t...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant breaks down the latest assassination attempt involving President Trump, now believed to be the third. Alex briefly walks through what happened at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, but more importantly focuses on what it means. Beyond the headlines and political sides, this moment reveals something deeper about where we are as a culture...

This week's episode of The Way We See It serves as a powerful follow-up to last week's conversation on Who Is Discipling the Culture? If culture is shaping the way people think, then the next question is clear: what are those thoughts producing in our lives? Pastor Alex Bryant dives into the biblical truth that as a man thinks in his heart, so is he, unpacking how our thoughts shape our emotions,...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant tackles one of the biggest questions shaping our moment: who is discipling the culture? From defining cultural Marxism to unpacking John Ashcroft's framework of stigma and affirmation, Alex breaks down how society shapes behavior through what it rewards and what it condemns. He also explores how labels, identity, and intersectionality are ch...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant breaks down a powerful conversation between Stephen A. Smith and Anton Daniels on politics and Black culture. Using clips from their full conversation, Alex weighs in on some of the toughest questions facing the Black community today. Why does it often feel like you can only be a Democrat? Why are Black Republicans so often attacked? And wha...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant speaks with his friend Derrick McBride about the biggest story in sports right now, the Chicago Bulls' decision to waive Jaden Ivey after his public comments criticizing the NBA's Pride Month messaging from his Christian convictions. (SB Nation) The move has sparked a much bigger conversation around faith, free expression, and what athletes...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant dives into what it really means to be born again. After a viral video from social media influencer Trisha Fenimore, Alex addresses the claim that people are "born this way" and reminds us of a core truth of the gospel, Jesus meets you where you are, but loves you too much to leave you there. That is what being born again is all about, transf...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant takes a sobering look at what real authoritarianism actually looks like. When members of the Iranian women's national soccer team refused to sing their national anthem during the Women's Asian Cup, it was not a loud protest. It was silence. But that silence carried enormous risk. These athletes knew that speaking out against the regime could...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant sits down with Nixa High School football coach, Coach John Perry. Coach Perry has been a staple in high school football coaching for nearly three decades, both in Mississippi and Missouri. After winning a state championship and making multiple title runs in Mississippi, he moved to Missouri, where under his leadership, Nixa High School has m...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant breaks down the latest on Operation Epic Fury, the joint United States and Israeli military campaign responding to escalating Iranian aggression. Pastor Alex explains why every military conflict is not a war, how limited strikes work, and why strong action now may actually prevent a much larger conflict later. They explore Iran's retaliation...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant weighs in on the national conversation surrounding Voter ID. Is it Jim Crow 2.0? Is it an attempt to suppress the Black vote? Pastor Alex does not believe that. He breaks down why voter ID is simple common sense and highlights a key fact the media often ignores: 70% of all Americans, Black or white, believe people should show identification...

Did you know that online sports betting is now fully active in Missouri? In December alone, over $543 million was spent on online wagers. In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant sits down with two young men—Trey Bryant and Ashwin Garlapaty—to talk about a rising cultural trend that's quietly targeting their generation. With just a few taps on an app, users can bet on everything fr...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant is joined by Dr. Todd Preston to talk through a recent Facebook post that stirred up a whole lot of conversation. The post was directed to Black Americans and shared what Alex calls the "cheat codes for success in America"—a challenge originally laid out by Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois. Their message was clear: if you want to buil...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant leans straight into the racial tension happening in our nation and challenges believers to respond differently than the world. Instead of holding on to offense, anger, or bitterness, Alex reminds us that Christians are called to lead the way in forgiveness. He draws inspiration from the song "One" by U2 and the words of Bono as the call for...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant speaks candidly about the unrest in Minneapolis and beyond, pulling back the curtain on the real issue at hand. While some are quick to frame the chaos as a matter of race or immigration, Alex challenges us to look deeper. This isn't just about who is coming to our cities—it's about what holds our communities together. Without shared values,...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant sits down with Scott Morris, a 23-year Army veteran, leadership coach, husband, father, and man of God. From the battlefield to the boardroom, Scott shares how his military experience shaped his passion for developing leaders in every sphere—work, home, and ministry. They dive into why leadership is all about intentionality, character, emoti...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant uncovers a powerful leadership truth that plays out over and over in Scripture—everything is a test, even when you don't realize it. From Adam and Eve in the garden to Cain's unchecked anger, Saul's impatience, David's discipline, Gideon's downsized army, Rebekah's work ethic, the Rechabites' convictions, and the integrity test faced by Anan...

In this episode of The Way We See It, we break down what actually happened in Venezuela, why it happened, and why the reaction has been so intense. We examine the collapse of the country under Nicolás Maduro, his illegitimacy, corruption, ties to drug trafficking, and the use of military force to stay in power, while highlighting the strength and precision of the U.S. military response. We also ad...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant takes a moment to reflect on one of his favorite mantras: Leaders are readers. He recaps some of the most impactful books he read in 2025, spanning leadership, faith, personal growth, and cultural insight, and shares why they made a difference in his life and ministry. Whether you're looking to grow spiritually, sharpen your leadership edge,...

In this short and heartfelt episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant brings us back to the center of the season. Christmas isn't about the gifts, the decorations, or even the traditions. It's about the birth of Jesus. This moment in history changed everything. The Savior was born. Emmanuel, which means God with us, stepped into our broken world to bring salvation and hope. Pastor Alex remi...

Conversation with Jonas Woods of Farewell June In this inspiring episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex sits down for a heartfelt conversation with Christian recording artist Jonas Woods, tracing his 22-year journey of ministry, music, and God's faithfulness. Jonas shares how his early days at Evangel University led to forming the band Farewell June, a group that quickly gained national exposur...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex speaks humbly and honestly to his tribe of pastors, drawing from his experience of traveling and spending time in more than 150 churches over the past few years. This isn't a critique, but a conversation—offering thoughtful encouragement on things like faithfully preaching the Word, creating space for response, and remaining approachable and access...

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex gets real about one of today's most divisive topics—his support for President Donald Trump. From illegal immigration to airstrikes on narco-terrorists to the travel ban on certain nations, Pastor Alex unpacks the reasoning behind his stance and why he believes these policies matter for America. It's bold. It's honest. And it might be the most contr...