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Welcome to Give Attendance to Reading, with Max and Charlie Taylor. This podcast was born out of our love for reading and discussing theology and Christian ministry, and it has grown to include topics such as culture, geo-politics, and practical Christian living. Our goal is to cover the best books in Christian literature, one chapter at a time. By listening in each week, not only will you hear a summary of each book, but you will also get commentary on the topics discussed along with our take on how to apply the information to our everyday lives. Thanks for listening, let’s get into it!
Episodes
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
The tired pilgrims reach the Delectable Mountains where they encounter four shepherds, Knowledge, Experience, Watchful, and Sincere, who resemble faithful pastors imparting wisdom to their flocks. During their time with these four shepherds, Christian and Hopeful are instructed and given timely cautions for the rest of their journey.
Next week we will discuss pages 166-176 to “The Flatterer’s Net” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Order the next book we will be discussing on the podcast:
Stop, In the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath will Transform Your Life by Charlie Kirk
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We will start this book in April.
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
Shortly after their time of reprieve at the River of God, Christian and Hopeful go astray into the By-Path Meadow and are caught by Giant Despair. We get to preview the effects sin has in the life of a believer as the two pilgrims are brutally beaten by Giant Despair and trapped in Doubting Castle. Next week we will see how they escape.
Next week we will discuss pages 156-166 to “Turn-Away’s Destruction” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Order the next book we will be discussing on the podcast:
Stop, In the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath will Transform Your Life by Charlie Kirk
Thriftbooks: Click Here
Amazon: Click Here
We will start this book in April.
Monday Feb 02, 2026
Monday Feb 02, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
As Christian and Hopeful continue their journey, they are confronted by By-Ends and his three companions. After this encounter, they meet Demas beside the path who invites them to turn aside to see a silver mine. Finally, they come across Lot’s wife, who was turned into a pillar of salt. These meetings serve as sobering reminders to Christian and Hopeful as they hurry towards the Celestial City.
Next week we will discuss pages 146-156 to “The Key of Promise” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Order the next book we will be discussing on the podcast:
Stop, In the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath will Transform Your Life by Charlie Kirk
Thriftbooks (recommended): Click Here
Amazon (currently on backorder): Click Here
We will start this book in April.
Monday Jan 26, 2026
Monday Jan 26, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
In this section, Faithful is martyred for his faith. His courage and stand for the truth cost him his life, but ultimately he was ushered into the presence of God even before Christian was. May we have the same conviction and spiritual strength in our own lives.
Next week we will discuss pages 134-146 to “The River of God” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Order the next book we will be discussing on the podcast:
Stop, In the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath will Transform Your Life by Charlie Kirk
Thriftbooks (recommended): Click Here
Amazon (currently on backorder): Click Here
We will start this book in April.
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
In their journey, Christian and Faithful encounter their old friend Evangelist who gives them wise counsel and exhorts them to withstand the coming trials they were sure to face. Then they head into Vanity Fair, where they meet with new challenges and persecution. We will see what happens to them next week.
Next week we will discuss pages 123-133 of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Monday Jan 12, 2026
Monday Jan 12, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
Faithful and Christian discuss those who profess Christianity but do not follow it in their hearts. In fact, Christian claims to know Talkative better than he knows himself. The way Faithful speaks to Talkative teaches us a great deal about how we ought to confront those who say the right things but have no desire to follow Christ in their hearts.
Next week we will discuss pages 113-122 of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Monday Jan 05, 2026
Monday Jan 05, 2026
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
Christian learns of Faithful’s experiences as they journey and talk together, and their fellowship is a great encouragement to one another. As they continue in the way, they encounter a character named Talkative, who Faithful initially takes a liking to, but who Christian knows better. We will see more on his character next week.
Next week we will discuss pages 103-113 to “Evangelist Joins the Pilgrims” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
The Valley of the Shadow of Death was a terrifying section of Christian’s journey, where he cried out to God in prayer to protect him from the many dangers that surrounded him. After coming through the difficulties, he looked back and could see his course with clarity and understanding. Then he met Faithful who became a companion with him in his journey. As the two of them walked together, they discussed the things Faithful had experienced up to that point.
Next week we will discuss pages 94-103 to “Christian on Talkative’s Character” of Pilgrim’s Progress.
Our Approach
Everything we read and discuss is always filtered through our Christian worldview and 'taylored' (pun intended) specifically for other followers of Christ. So whether you are a lay Christian who enjoys Christian devotional literature or training for ministry yourself, we hope these discussions will be edifying to you. Throughout the show, we plan to cover a mixture of devotional, doctrinal, and Jewish history works.
About the Taylor Brothers...
Meet Max (left), Charlie (right), and Zack (center):
Hi, I'm Max! As a former youth counselor and the current leader of a local Bible study, I just really want to be a pastor someday. There is a profound joy in coming alongside ordinary people and helping them follow God better, and I hope this podcast will assist in that endeavor.
- Max
My name is Charlie, and I believe God has called me to serve Him in full-time ministry one day. Because of this calling, I'm responsible for the serious duty of preparation. A thorough, well-rounded education is essential to having the proper preparation for Christian service and ministry.
- Charlie
I'm Zack, and I am presently studying and preparing to serve God on the mission field. God has called me to be a church planter to Alaska's numerous, rural villages. I am also an avid photographer and pianist.
- Zack
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