The three guys catch up at the start of 2026. Kyle is accused of being almost Baptist. Rural Tim Keller recounts a recent instance of harassment from Dr. Pres. Rev. York. But then the guys quickly sober up as they turn to the topic at hand.
For they take up the weighty discourse of public sin in the life of a minister. Specifically, Barry, Kyle, and Scott address Philip Yancey‘s recent confession of an adulterous relationship, one that spanned several years of his long-running tenure in the pastorate.
Barry asks the guys about their own knowledge of Philip Yancey. He introduces the episode’s main topic, adultery among Christian leaders. Barry shares quotes from Yancey, highlighting his tone and general appeal in the 1990s. Kyle responds, pointing out the major flaw in Yancey’s theology. Barry demonstrates how such a view of God leaves little room for holiness. Scott covers the biblical image of a Christian’s demonstration of true love. Barry asks: How do we process the news of a shepherd’s fall? Can we find any hope in their repentance? Kyle shares how some sins are more heinous than others, asking if repentance in the wake of such a fall could really be genuine. Scott gives the example of David’s adultery, repentance, and the subsequent fall of his kingdom. The guys discuss what it says about Christ when a church leader sins in this way. Barry talks about the deceptive nature of sin. He then asks, how do we live in a way that earnestly seeks wisdom? Kyle explains how to conquer the “big sins” of the flesh. Scott helps listeners to examine themselves. Kyle guides the conversation to the fount of all wisdom. Kyle stresses accountability. Barry asks how wives help and encourage husbands. Scott and Kyle share the unique ministries of their wives in their own lives. Barry shares what it means to truly cherish a wife and how it is a great buffer against temptation.
Are you wearied with stories like Yancey’s? Are you burdened by the fact that his account is only one drop in a sea of human failures? Are you discouraged by the weakness of the flesh? Tune in this week to be reminded of the great, everlasting Hope of every Christian—even in the face of such incredible darkness.
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