RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_e0e93c1c-5522-4def-8218-33c8f894ffff -- Rendered At Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:09:33 +0000 Ladders in the Mist https://redcircle.com/shows/ladders-in-the-mist en-US © 2026 Ladders in the Mist Brian Oaks Honest conversations on abstractions in Life, Faith, and Leadership. Exploring how the gospel redefines our measures of success. Promoting curiosity on systems 6d367024-2e1e-5826-b813-905975bf077f Honest conversations on abstractions in Life, Faith, and Leadership. Exploring how the gospel redefines our measures of success.  

Promoting curiosity on systems

]]> episodic no Brian Oaks noreply@getredcircle.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/e0e93c1c-5522-4def-8218-33c8f894ffff false full Ambition and Stewardship Ambition and Stewardship Brian Oaks Stewarding ambition is a process. The joy of stewardship aligns with our willingness to surrender our expectations in the unknown. Stewarding ambition is a process. The joy of stewardship aligns with our willingness to surrender our expectations in the unknown. 

]]> <p>Stewarding ambition is a process. The joy of stewardship aligns with our willingness to surrender our expectations in the unknown. </p> Buzzsprout-19325708 http://newvertical.org Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000 1094 false full Ambition - is it good? Ambition - is it good? 1 3 Brian Oaks Ambition is a longing. It is important to discern the object of that longing. Ambition is a longing. It is important to discern the object of that longing. 

]]> <p>Ambition is a longing. It is important to discern the object of that longing. </p> Buzzsprout-17075360 http://newvertical.org Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000 1491 false full Saying Grace Saying Grace 1 2 Brian Oaks Most people are unaware of the diverse challenges facing the food service industry. As the second largest economic driver in Georgia, the health of these businesses impacts everyone. In this episode, we explore barriers and opportunities to providing spiritual support for the individuals who own and operate local restaurants. Most people are unaware of the diverse challenges facing the food service industry. As the second largest economic driver in Georgia, the health of these businesses impacts everyone. In this episode, we explore barriers and opportunities to providing spiritual support for the individuals who own and operate local restaurants. 

]]> <p>Most people are unaware of the diverse challenges facing the food service industry. As the second largest economic driver in Georgia, the health of these businesses impacts everyone. In this episode, we explore barriers and opportunities to providing spiritual support for the individuals who own and operate local restaurants. </p> Buzzsprout-16486391 http://newvertical.org Wed, 22 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000 1348 false full Is Christianity Left or Right Talk 4 - Final Thoughts Is Christianity Left or Right Talk 4 - Final Thoughts Brian Oaks In this final conversation, Andy and Brian discuss their individual experiences from the previous sessions. While Andy and Brian agree and differ on several issues of politics and faith, their ability to discuss these topics and maintain respectful discourse is something worth replicating. In this final conversation, Andy and Brian discuss their individual experiences from the previous sessions. 

While Andy and Brian agree and differ on several issues of politics and faith, their ability to discuss these topics and maintain respectful discourse is something worth replicating. 

]]> <p>In this final conversation, Andy and Brian discuss their individual experiences from the previous sessions. <br/><br/>While Andy and Brian agree and differ on several issues of politics and faith, their ability to discuss these topics and maintain respectful discourse is something worth replicating. </p> Buzzsprout-16039075 http://newvertical.org Mon, 04 Nov 2024 03:00:00 +0000 1222 false full Is Christianity Right? Talk 3 Is Christianity Right? Talk 3 Brian Oaks In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically RIGHT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into three categories (Moral, Governmental Philosophy and Personal Freedom). The conversation was designed to concentrate on the topics from the RIGHT Perspective, but a significant portion of the chat contrasted the two sides. The views from the RIGHT side are: NOTE TO LISTENERS. We are not debating the i... In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically RIGHT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into three categories (Moral, Governmental Philosophy and Personal Freedom). The conversation was designed to concentrate on the topics from the RIGHT Perspective, but a significant portion of the chat contrasted the two sides. The views from the RIGHT side are:
NOTE TO LISTENERS. We are not debating the issue. We also recognize that many will see all issues as moral. We selected this structure to help us organize the chat. Our goal is to discuss if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity. 

Moral 

  • Abortion: against abortion rights, support only adult stem cell research. 
  • Gay Rights: opposed to gay marriage; opposed to certain anti-discrimination laws because believing such laws conflict with certain religious beliefs and restrict freedom of religion.

Governmental Philosophy

  • Healthcare: Oppose government-provided universal healthcare and the Affordable Care Act. Favor competition to Medicare from private insurance companies; oppose Medicaid expansion.
  • Education: parents wanting to home-school or send kids to private school should be able to get vouchers for opting out of the public school system. Generally not opposed to public education.
  • Voter ID: For voter identification laws to combat voter fraud. 
  • Immigration: No "amnesty" for undocumented immigrants; stronger border patrol and fence to check illegal immigration. Belief that illegal immigration is lowering wages for citizens and documented immigrants

Personal Freedom

  • Economy: Lower taxes; less regulation on businesses; reduced government spending; balanced budget.
  • Gun Rights: opposed to gun control laws; proponents of Second Amendment, believing it's a deterrent against authoritarian rule.
  • Environment: Considering economic impact of environmental regulation. Believe free markets will find solutions to environmental problems.
]]> <p>In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically RIGHT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into three categories (Moral, Governmental Philosophy and Personal Freedom). The conversation was designed to concentrate on the topics from the RIGHT Perspective, but a significant portion of the chat contrasted the two sides. The views from the RIGHT side are:<br/><b>NOTE TO LISTENERS. We are not debating the issue. We also recognize that many will see all issues as moral. We selected this structure to help us organize the chat. Our goal is to discuss if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity. <br/><br/>Moral </b></p><ul><li><b>Abortion: </b>against abortion rights, support only adult stem cell research. </li><li><b>Gay Rights:</b> opposed to gay marriage; opposed to certain anti-discrimination laws because believing such laws conflict with certain religious beliefs and restrict freedom of religion.</li></ul><p><b>Governmental Philosophy</b></p><ul><li><b>Healthcare: </b>Oppose government-provided universal healthcare and the <a href="https://www.diffen.com/difference/Affordable_Care_Act_vs_Old_Healthcare_System" rel="nofollow">Affordable Care Act</a>. Favor competition to Medicare from private insurance companies; oppose Medicaid expansion.</li><li><b>Education: </b>parents wanting to home-school or send kids to private school should be able to get vouchers for opting out of the public school system. Generally not opposed to public education.</li><li><b>Voter ID: </b>For voter identification laws to combat voter fraud.<b> </b></li><li><b>Immigration:</b> No &#34;amnesty&#34; for undocumented immigrants; stronger border patrol and fence to check illegal immigration. Belief that illegal immigration is lowering wages for citizens and documented immigrants</li></ul><p><b>Personal Freedom</b></p><ul><li><b>Economy:</b> Lower taxes; less regulation on businesses; reduced government spending; balanced budget.</li><li><b>Gun Rights: </b>opposed to gun control laws; proponents of Second Amendment, believing it&#39;s a deterrent against authoritarian rule.</li><li><b>Environment:</b> Considering economic impact of environmental regulation. Believe free markets will find solutions to environmental problems.</li></ul> Buzzsprout-16000719 http://newvertical.org Mon, 28 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0000 1461 false full Is Christianity Left? - Talk 2 Is Christianity Left? - Talk 2 Brian Oaks In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically LEFT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into two categories (Personal and Social). While the topics are mirrored for the RIGHT Perspective, the topics descriptions are unique. They are: NOTE TO LISTENERS. WE are not debating the issue. Just if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity. Per... In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically LEFT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into two categories (Personal and Social). While the topics are mirrored for the RIGHT Perspective, the topics descriptions are unique. They are:
NOTE TO LISTENERS. WE are not debating the issue. Just if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity. 

Personal (Issues typically more individual)

  • Abortion: Unpenalized access. Both adult and embryotic stem cell research. 
  • Gay Rights: gay marriage; support anti-discrimination laws to protect LGBT against workplace discrimination
  • Economy: Distribution of wealth; Larger government regulation on social programs and business.

Social (Issues typically more social)

  • Education: Favor expanded free, public education
  • Gun Rights: like background checks or waiting periods before buying a gun; banning automatic weapons; and disallowing concealed weapons.
  • Voter ID: Against voter ID laws citing (a) undue burden on lower income groups causing them to be disenfranchised 
  • Immigration: Pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants; moratorium on deportations or prosecutions of undocumented immigrants who are young adults and have no criminal record.
  • Healthcare: Access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens. Support universal healthcare.
  • Environment: Conservative, ban economic activity that may create jobs but could potentially harm the environment.
]]> <p>In this installment we explore the relationships between the politically LEFT and the perceptions of Christianity. The topics are taken from diffen.com as a reference point and are divided into two categories (Personal and Social). While the topics are mirrored for the RIGHT Perspective, the topics descriptions are unique. They are:<br/><b>NOTE TO LISTENERS. WE are not debating the issue. Just if those outside or inside organized Church find these topics to be descriptors of Christianity. <br/><br/>Personal (Issues typically more individual)</b></p><ul><li><b>Abortion: </b>Unpenalized access. Both adult and embryotic stem cell research. </li><li><b>Gay Rights: </b>gay marriage; support anti-discrimination laws to protect LGBT against workplace discrimination</li><li><b>Economy: </b>Distribution of wealth; Larger government regulation on social programs and business.</li></ul><p><b>Social (Issues typically more social)</b></p><ul><li><b>Education: </b>Favor expanded free, public education</li><li><b>Gun Rights: </b>like background checks or waiting periods before buying a gun; banning automatic weapons; and disallowing concealed weapons.</li><li><b>Voter ID: </b>Against voter ID laws citing (a) undue burden on lower income groups causing them to be disenfranchised<b> </b></li><li><b>Immigration: </b>Pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants; moratorium on deportations or prosecutions of undocumented immigrants who are young adults and have no criminal record.</li><li><b>Healthcare: </b>Access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens. Support universal healthcare.</li><li><b>Environment: </b>Conservative, ban economic activity that may create jobs but could potentially harm the environment.</li></ul> Buzzsprout-15944251 http://newvertical.org Sun, 27 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000 1427 false full Is Christianity Left or Right - Talk 1 Is Christianity Left or Right - Talk 1 2 1 Brian Oaks An overview of Left and Right. What happens we talk about Left and Right. An overview of Left and Right. What happens we talk about Left and Right.  

]]> <p>An overview of Left and Right. What happens we talk about Left and Right.  </p> Buzzsprout-15824260 http://newvertical.org Sun, 27 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0000 1340 false full Is Christianity Left or Right - INTRO Is Christianity Left or Right - INTRO 1 1 Brian Oaks An introduction to a conversation between Andy and Brian on the perceptions of Christianity being politically Left or Right. An introduction to a conversation between Andy and Brian on the perceptions of Christianity being politically Left or Right. 

]]> <p>An introduction to a conversation between Andy and Brian on the perceptions of Christianity being politically Left or Right. </p> Buzzsprout-15824128 http://newvertical.org Sun, 27 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0000 329 false