Jonathan Marshall: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-marshall-aab05418/?originalSubdomain=nz Takeaways Starting a church can be driven by a desire to serve the community and provide a place of belonging. Belonging should come before belief and behavior in a church community. The Bible resonates with people because it has been tried and tested over generations and offers inspirational words for moral guidance. Living by faith and accepting the grace of God is more important than trying to justify oneself through works. The relationship between guns and nature can provide a sense of connection to the primal state and a responsibility to the environment. Meaningful conversations and connections can be fostered in the context of hunting and outdoor activities. Outdoor activities like hunting provide unique experiences and challenges that can teach responsibility and help individuals appreciate life in different ways. The absence of a father figure in a child's life can have a significant impact, as evidenced by the high percentage of prisoners who come from fatherless homes. Society should embrace individuality and diversity, rather than trying to make everyone conform to the same standards and beliefs. The LGBTQ+ movement raises complex issues, and while it is important to respect individual choices and lifestyles, there is a need for open and honest discussions about the consequences and challenges associated with certain decisions. Empathy plays a crucial role in understanding and supporting others, even when their experiences or perspectives differ from our own. Belonging and social connection are essential for human well-being, and society should strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels accepted and supported. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:38 Getting Involved in the Church 02:00 Starting a New Church 03:13 Approach to Church and Belonging 04:05 Denominations and Rules 05:17 Beliefs and Values 07:52 Running a Church as a Career 08:40 Values of God in Society 10:07 The Bible and its Resonance 11:21 Favorite Stories from the Bible 15:22 Hunting and its Significance 22:11 Individuality and Unity in Society 30:07 Teaching Kids and Acceptance 37:04 LGBTQ+ Movement and Belonging 44:30 Teaching Values to Children 46:06 Acceptance and Understanding 47:10 Support for LGBTQ+ Youth 48:09 Being Gay Today 50:17 Empathy and Understanding 51:11 The Importance of Belonging