Pastor Peter's Pick This Week:
Podcast – Haunted Cosmos by Brian Sauvé & Ben Garrett
What do you get when you mix Reformed theology, ancient giants, Bigfoot, conspiracies, and two men with a questionable sense of humor? Haunted Cosmos.
Hosted by Pastor Brian Sauvé and Ben Garrett, this podcast explores the strange and supernatural through a decidedly Christian lens. Whether it’s Nephilim, UFOs, spooky destinations, or pagan folklore, they anchor it all in a biblical worldview.
Spoiler alert: the answer is invariably "it's demonic".
Reflection:
A quick heads-up/word of caution: this podcast is not for young kids or the faint of heart. Some episodes had me hitting pause—not because of bad theology, but because they genuinely creeped me out.
That said, it’s worth engaging with discernment. The hosts do a great job filtering weird cultural phenomena through a scriptural lens. You’ll walk away more grounded, not more gullible. Still, as Paul reminds us in Rom. 14:13: “decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.” If you’re particularly sensitive to the darker edges of spiritual reality, this might be one to skip—or at least listen to during the day.
Recommended for:
Brothers curious about the intersection of theology + the unseen spiritual realm + and weird historical events; those with an appetite for folklore, giants, and biblical cosmology; and anyone who can say “Nephilim” without feeling like a fringe weirdo.
Week of June 1, 2025
TOOL: Day One Journal App
I'll be honest—every time I open this app, a small part of me hears the phrase “Dear Diary…” and cringes just a little bit.
However, don’t let my personal hangups turn you off this incredibly powerful tool that has made the discipline of journaling much more enjoyable, accessible, and practical for me.
The app lets you log Scripture reflections, prayers, workout summaries, travel memories, reading notes—you name it. It’s also great for documenting family vacations (especially when you want to remember the good parts and forget the highway meltdowns).
The paid version unlocks automatic backups, synced data, and extra features. But for anyone dipping their toes into journaling, the free version is plenty to get you up and running. You can schedule daily reminders to keep it top of mind, create your own journal templates, and for you folks who are exceptionally techy, DayOne integrates well with IFTTT and Apple Shortcuts. There's also a fairly active DayOne Subreddit with plenty of advice and answers if you want to take your journaling to another level.
Reflection:
Journaling has never been my strongest discipline—I tend to start off full of gusto, chug along for a few weeks/months, and then lapse for a while. But Day One actually does help me stay engaged and actively journaling. It lowers the barrier and gives me a place (across all my devices) to process what God is doing in my life.
I recently started using their voice transcription tool, and it's been a game-changer. I find myself opening DayOne on my way home from the office to reflect on my day and clear my mind before I get home.
If you’ve ever wished you could trace your spiritual growth, process tough seasons, or simply record where God showed up—this is the tool. Just start. One entry at a time.
Recommended for:
Men trying to grow in spiritual reflection and consistency in the discipline of journaling; those who need a place to process Scripture, life, or leadership; and anyone who’s tired of forgetting what God did last month (or maybe even yesterday).
ALBUM: Awake the Dawn – Brian Sauvé
If King David had access to modern recording equipment (and a beard oil sponsorship), this might be what the Psalms would’ve sounded like.
Awake the Dawn by Brian Sauve (co-host of the Haunted Cosmos & The King’s Hall podcasts) is a worshipfully reverent, biblically grounded, and musically rich album that stirs both the soul and the imagination.
Sauve’s earthy, folk‑tinged voice feels like a trusted friend reading the Psalms aloud. It’s liturgy with grit—songs that sing like Scripture and feel like a fireside morning coffee. Recommended for men who want to worship like warriors, not wallflowers.
Purchase or Stream Awake the Dawn on the following platforms:
- Listen on Spotify
- Listen on Apple Music
- Listen on YouTube Music
- Purchase on iTunes
- Listen or Purchase on Amazon
- Lyric videos playlist on YouTube
- Listen on Tidal
- Listen on Pandora
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Pastor Peter Barnaby
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