The Way We See It

Ep. 316 | The Kind of Protest That Could Get You Killed

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 cost them their careers, their freedom, and possibly their lives. As several players sought asylum in Australia, the Iranian government reportedly began pressuring their families back home, threatening relatives and detaining loved ones. One by one, many of the players chose to return to Iran anyway, not because they trusted the regime, but because their families were now in danger. Pastor Alex uses this story to challenge the way Americans casually throw around words like tyranny and fascism. In many parts of the world, dissent is not debated. It is punished. This episode is a powerful reminder that freedom is messy, but it is also precious, and there are people across the globe risking everything just to experience a fraction of it. #TWWSI, #FreedomMatters, #IranProtests, #Authoritarianism, #ValueFreedom, #SpeakTruth, #GlobalPerspective, #PastorAlexBryant, #RealTalkFaith, #TheWayWeSeeIt Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 315 | Never Stop Getting Better with Coach Perry

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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 made back-to-back appearances in the Class 6A state championship game. But while the scoreboard tells one story, Coach Perry's real legacy goes far deeper. After a family medical crisis reshaped his priorities, he re-centered his life around faith, family, and then football. Now he's focused on developing young men who are winners not just on the field, but in life. This episode is filled with coaching wisdom, real talk about priorities, and what it means to never stop getting better—in every area that matters. #TWWSI, #NeverStopGettingBetter, #FaithFamilyFootball, #CoachPerry, #NixaFootball, #LeadershipMatters, #HighSchoolCoaching, #RaisingMen, #LifeBeyondTheGame, #PastorAlexBryant Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 314 | Operation Epic Fury with Former U.S. AG John Ashcroft

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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, the regional fallout, and what all of this means for America and our allies. Pastor Alex is joined by former United States Attorney General John Ashcroft, who brings seasoned insight and experience to help make sense of a rapidly shifting global situation. This is straight talk, clear thinking, and the way we see it. #TWWSI, #OperationEpicFury, #JohnAshcroft, #USIsraelAlliance, #MiddleEastUpdate, #FaithAndFreedom, #NationalSecurity, #StrongLeadership, #PastorAlexBryant, #RealTalkOnGlobalEvents Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 313 | Voter ID, The SAVE Act

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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 when they vote. He is joined by his friend Carl Jackson, host of The Carl Jackson Show, and together they take a deeper look at how the SAVE Act fits into the larger debate. This conversation is a timely reminder that voter integrity is not a partisan issue, but a unity issue, and the future of our elections depends on clarity, honesty, and shared values. #TWWSI, #VoterID, #TheSAVEAct, #ElectionIntegrity, #FaithAndCulture, #CarlJacksonShow, #CommonSenseVoting, #PastorAlexBryant, #TruthAndUnity, #RealTalkLeadership Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 312 | Online Sports Betting with Trey Bryant and Ashwin Garlapaty

Feb 1700:42:35Tap to summarize

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 from the game winner to the color of Gatorade dumped on the coach. What seems like harmless fun can lead to long-term consequences like addiction, secrecy, and habits that follow young men into marriage and family life. Pastor Alex shares his concerns and creates space for real, honest dialogue about the dangers, the appeal, and the spiritual responsibility of navigating it all. This isn't just a conversation about gambling—it's about wisdom, identity, and guarding your future. #TWWSI, #OnlineSportsBetting, #FaithAndCulture, #GamblingAddiction, #GuardYourFuture, #TalkToYoungMen, #BettingApps, #PastorAlexBryant, #MissouriSportsBetting, #RealTalkFaith Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 311 | Cheat Codes for Success

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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 build lasting success, pursue education, own land, and start your own business. While many embraced the post, others didn't like it. In this candid conversation, Alex and Dr. Preston dive into the tension between two prevailing mindsets—one that says "pull yourself up by your own bootstraps," and another that says "the system is rigged, so why even try?" This episode is a real talk discussion about personal agency, generational struggle, and how we move forward with both grace and grit. #TWWSI, #CheatCodesForSuccess, #BlackExcellence, #FaithAndAction, #BookerTWashington, #WEBDuBois, #OwnLandOwnBusiness, #RealTalkLeadership, #RiseAbove, #PastorAlexBryant Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 310 | One Love

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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 us to leave racism, resentment, and division in the dark and choose to love each other in the light. In a moment when culture encourages outrage, Alex calls the Church and all who claim to be Christians to rise above it with humility, grace, and unity. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that love is our greatest witness and forgiveness is our greatest weapon. #TWWSI, #OneLove, #FaithOverOffense, #ChooseForgiveness, #RacialHealing, #LoveInAction, #UnityInChrist, #PastorAlexBryant, #GraceOverGrievance, #ChristiansLeadTheWay Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 309 | Chaos in Minneapolis Continues

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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, laws, language, and respect for civic norms, diverse societies don't strengthen, they fracture. Pastor Alex calls for a renewed focus on integration, not isolation. Assimilation doesn't mean losing identity, it means joining a common culture that protects everyone. This episode is a bold reminder that diversity alone doesn't create unity. It takes shared commitment, mutual responsibility, and a clear understanding that freedom comes with expectations. Without that, the chaos we're witnessing is not only predictable—it's inevitable. #TWWSI, #MinneapolisUnrest, #CivicValuesMatter, #AssimilationNotErasure, #FaithAndCulture, #UrbanChaos, #SharedResponsibility, #IntegrationMatters, #RealTalkLeadership, #PastorAlexBryant Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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Ep. 244 | Black Church vs. White Church

Oct 29, 2024Tap to summarize

I've noticed a difference between the way black and white churches operate when it comes to allowing political candidates to share their message in the church during political season. In this episode of the podcast, Pastor Alex evaluates why that seems to be the case. It seems that black churches are a little more bold in inviting candidates to speak in front of the congregation. Why is that? We will talk about it during this episode of the podcast. Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

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