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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Talbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae

A weekly podcast that offers Christian perspectives on some of the most significant issues facing today's church and culture. In each episode,... more

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Episodes

Cultural Update: Resurrected as a chatbot; Young men falling behind; IVF followup

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: A murdered teenager was resurrected as a chatbot, raising ethical and theological concerns about... more

01 Nov 2024 · 55 minutes
Is IVF Morally Permissible: A Dialogue, Part 2

This week Sean and Scott continue the conversation about the morality of IVF. Don't forget to listen to Part 1,... more

29 Oct 2024 · 31 minutes
Cultural Update: Can AI be blamed for suicide?; Religious comeback?; Political word games

This week's topics: A tragic story about a 14-year-old's suicide raises questions about the role of AI in human relationships.Exploring... more

25 Oct 2024 · 43 minutes
Is IVF Morally Permissible? A Dialogue, Part 1

Is IVF ever morally permissible for Christians? And if so, what conditions must be met? Is it ever morally justified... more

22 Oct 2024 · 35 minutes
Cultural Update: Criminalizing Surrogacy; Do DEI Investments Pay Off?; Prenuptial Agreements

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Italy criminalizes surrogacy abroad for its citizens, sparking controversy on LGBTQ rights and ethical... more

18 Oct 2024 · 59 minutes
Taking Persons Seriously (with Mihretu Guta)

The most fundamental question that our polarized culture faces is this — Who should be included in the human community?... more

15 Oct 2024 · 33 minutes
Cultural Update: Risks of Marijuana Use; China Reverses One-Child Policy; AI Podcast Hosts

Topics this week: Growing concerns about the rising potency and health risks of marijuana use, with increasing reports of psychosis... more

11 Oct 2024 · 59 minutes
Should Christians Support Israel? (with Jeff Myers)

Why should Christians care about the conflict between Israel and Palestine? Why is there such a gap between Gen Z... more

08 Oct 2024 · 37 minutes
Cultural Update: College wins Title IX case; Gender Divide in Gen Z; Students can't read an entire book

This week, Scott and special guest Erik Thoennes discuss: Hillsdale College wins an important Title IX court decision on religious... more

04 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
Revering God (with Thaddeus Williams)

Why is it often difficult to find pleasure and joy in God? If the chief end of man is to... more

01 Oct 2024 · 35 minutes
Cultural Update: Christians losing political influence; Is working from home a moral issue?

This week: Are conservative Christians losing political influence in America?The growing trend of children struggling to make friends raises alarming... more

27 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Faith for the Curious (with Mark Matlock)

Are there non-Christians who are genuinely open to hearing about the Christian faith? According to Mark Matlock, author of Faith... more

24 Sep 2024 · 32 minutes
Cultural Update: Christians against Bible in schools; Regrets about social media; Taliban restrictions on women

This week's topics: The Taliban imposes new, harsh restrictions on women in Afghanistan, raising concerns about women's rights and human... more

20 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Faith & Political Engagement

How should we approach the political arena as Christians? What exactly does the Bible give us when it comes to... more

17 Sep 2024 · 40 minutes
Cultural Update: Are political opponents really our enemies?; A world beyond IVF; Diverse intelligence

This week Scott & Sean discuss: Are political opponents really our enemies? We dive into a Wall Street Journal op-ed... more

13 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
The Supreme Court Chief of NC and Faith (with Chief Paul Newby)

What people and events led Paul Newby to become the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina? What... more

10 Sep 2024 · 37 minutes
Cultural Update: Boomers vs. Younger Generations; Physician-Assisted Suicide in Canada; Sologamy

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:The funding disparity between baby boomers and younger generations in America.The ethical and moral concerns... more

06 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Whole Heart Finances (with Shane Enete)

What does it mean to submit your finances to the Lordship of Christ? What does that involve on a daily... more

03 Sep 2024 · 38 minutes
Cultural Update: Parental stress; Does Christian persecution exist in the US?; Selective moral outrage

This week, Sean & Scott discuss:The U.S. Surgeon General addresses the overwhelming stress faced by parents and the need for... more

30 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Unnatural Death (with Richard Weikart)

What can we learn from the history of euthanasia? What was the view of suicide and euthanasia in the ancient... more

27 Aug 2024 · 37 minutes
Cultural Update: Western Civilization's Need for Christianity; Abortion as a Social Good; Designer Babies

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:Western civilization's need for ChristianityThe rising celebration of abortion as a social good reflects a... more

23 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Human Nature: A Vital Doctrine (with Katie McCoy)

Humanity is perhaps the most pressing doctrinal issue today. Katie McCoy, co-author of the new book Humanity, believes that a... more

20 Aug 2024 · 36 minutes
Cultural Update: Olympians Share Their Faith, Vatican's New Stance on Patients in a Vegetative State, Updates on the Gender War in Britain, Choices of a Reverend Puts a Man on Death Row

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Olympians Who Share Their Faith The Vatican Loosens Their Stance on Care for Patients in... more

16 Aug 2024 · 59 minutes
AI and the Future of Porn (with Christopher Lind)

How is AI transforming human sexuality? How will AI change the way people create and consume pornography? And is the... more

13 Aug 2024 · 36 minutes
Cultural Update: Birth rate decline, resurgence of syphilis, pregnancy resource centers

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Birth rate decline: Is it a conservative or a progressive issue?Resurgence of syphilis in the... more

09 Aug 2024 · 58 minutes
Why the Bible Began (with Mike Thigpen)

Usually we ask the question of how we got our Bible, but we rarely consider the question of why we... more

06 Aug 2024 · 32 minutes
Cultural Update: What Everyone Else Is Wrong About

We're back with our Friday Weekly Cultural Updates. This week, Scott and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss a series of... more

02 Aug 2024 · 1 hour,
While Time Remains

What was it like for a teenage girl to escape from North Korea and make it to the US? How... more

31 Jul 2024 · 37 minutes
Christians and Preferred Pronouns: A Dialogue (with Tim Muehlhoff)

Should Christians use preferred pronouns? What is at stake in this question? How can Christians navigate relationships when people want... more

23 Jul 2024 · 57 minutes
Saving Civilization with Marriage (with Brad Wilcox)

Why are healthy marriages so vital for a flourishing society? What factor best predicts a high-quality marriage? What are some... more

16 Jul 2024 · 33 minutes
Bridging Beliefs: A Dialogue Between Christian and Atheist Perspectives

This week, we have an excerpt of a recent event that Sean participated in with atheist journalist Adam Davidson. The... more

09 Jul 2024 · 47 minutes
12 Crucial Truths of Christianity

What are the essential truths of the Christian faith? How do we know they are true, and how do we... more

02 Jul 2024 · 45 minutes
Cultural Update: Pro-Life Momentum; Pronouns in Private Schools; Anti-Semitism on Campuses; Listener Questions

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:Current struggles and internal conflicts within the pro-life movement after the Dobbs decisionImplications of a... more

28 Jun 2024 · 59 minutes
Reclaiming the Historic Christian Faith (with Carl Trueman)

Why is it so important that we reclaim the historic Christian faith in a culture dominated by individualism and identity... more

26 Jun 2024 · 35 minutes
Cultural Update: Ten Commandments in Schools; Title IX rules; Warning Labels for Social Media

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Louisiana mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments, sparking legal debates and opposition.A... more

21 Jun 2024 · 58 minutes
Navigating Minefield Conversations (with Tim Muehlhoff)

Why do conversations today so often descend into unhealthy arguments and cancellation? Is it possible to have meaningful, positive conversations... more

18 Jun 2024 · 54 minutes
Cultural Update: Canada's Online Harms Act; Compassionate Transfer in IVF; Toxic Masculinity

This week, Sean & Scott discuss: Canada's Online Harms Act: Potentially draconian free speech restrictions and the debate on its... more

14 Jun 2024 · 1 hour,
Who is an Evangelical? (with Thomas Kidd)

What does it mean to be an evangelical? What do non-Christians think about the evangelical movement? Is it a movement... more

11 Jun 2024 · 40 minutes
Cultural Update: AI Virtual Companions; Sports Gambling; Fidelity Month; Housing Racism

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:AI and Virtual Companions: Discussion on potential radical changes in AI, with OpenAI and Apple... more

07 Jun 2024 · 58 minutes
Clarity on Cancel Culture

What is cancel culture and why has it burst on the scene so dramatically the past few years? How can... more

04 Jun 2024 · 46 minutes
Cultural Update: Marijuana Surpasses Alcohol in Frequent Consumption, How Hamas Refers to it's Female Captives, The Non-Religious Plateau in Number

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Marijuana has Surpassed Alcohol as the Most Frequently Used DrugHow Hamas Refers to Female Captives... more

31 May 2024 · 56 minutes
People-First Leadership (with Jack Hollis)

Jack Hollis is the executive VP of Toyota North America. He loves to say: "I work for Jesus, but get... more

28 May 2024 · 33 minutes
Cultural Update: Christian Ethics of Immigration, AI in Dating Apps, Nonconsensual Medical Examinations

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Christian Ethics of ImmigrationAI in Dating AppsNonconsensual Medical ExaminationsListener Question: What determines the morality of... more

24 May 2024 · 58 minutes
The Two-Parent Privilege

Although it may be surprising to some, having two parents in the home provides the greatest economic privilege kids can... more

21 May 2024 · 34 minutes
Cultural Update: Punishing Prostitutes for Refusing Sex, Deathbed Visions, Harrison Butker Speech Sparks Debate

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Sex Workers Punished by Law for Refusing SexWhat Deathbed Visions Teach us About the Afterlife... more

17 May 2024 · 58 minutes
Christianity as a Strange Religion? (with Nijay Gupta)

What made the first Christians so different from their surrounding culture? How did their worship differ from the way... more

14 May 2024 · 29 minutes
Cultural Update: Trends in Teenage Sex; Slogans in Israel/Palestine Conflict; Gender Affirming Care for Children; Listener Questions

This week, Sean and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss:Troubling Trends in Teenage SexSlogans in Israel/Palestine ConflictDebate Over Gender Affirming Care... more

10 May 2024 · 56 minutes
Living as Exiles Today (with Preston Sprinkle)

The Bible is clear that followers of Jesus are exiles in this world. What exactly does this mean and what... more

07 May 2024 · 43 minutes
Cultural Update: Falling U.S. Fertility Rates; Campus Protests; Marijuana Reclassification; Listener Questions

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:Falling Fertility Rates: Discussion on the continuous decline of fertility rates in the U.S., with... more

03 May 2024 · 57 minutes
The Gift of Kidney Donation (with Mark Rae)

Our host Scott Rae recently donated a kidney to his brother, Mark. It was a long, arduous journey in which... more

30 Apr 2024 · 39 minutes
Cultural Update: Armed Teachers; Gen Z's Views on Israel; AI + CRISPR; Listener Questions

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:Tennessee Legislation on Armed Teachers: The controversial decision by Tennessee lawmakers allowing teachers to carry... more

26 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Polyamory: A Biblical Response

What is polyamory and why is it bursting on the scene right now? Is there such a thing as Christian... more

23 Apr 2024 · 47 minutes
Cultural Update: Shifts in Religious Identification; Persuasive AI; Rethinking Gender-Affirming Care; Listener Questions

This week:Exploring Shifts in Religious Identification: Dive into the latest trends in religious affiliations in America. Discover why the religiously... more

19 Apr 2024 · 52 minutes
Encountering the Holy Spirit (with Fred Sanders)

Who is the Holy Spirit? How does the Holy Spirit work in our lives? What are some common misconceptions about... more

16 Apr 2024 · 34 minutes
Cultural Update: Solar Eclipse and Intelligent Design; Racial Bias in Hiring; Vatican on Gender

Today, Scott and Sean discuss:Solar Eclipses and Intelligent Design: Discussion on how solar eclipses demonstrate intelligent design, including the precise... more

12 Apr 2024 · 51 minutes
Is Free Will a Myth? (with Greg Ganssle)

Are humans physical machines determined by the laws of chemistry and physics? Has science shown that free will is a... more

09 Apr 2024 · 49 minutes
Cultural Update: Dawkins is a Christian?; Social Costs of De-Churching; Spiritual Parenthood

This week, Sean and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss:Richard Dawkins Identifies as a Cultural Christian: Dawkins expresses shock over Ramadan... more

05 Apr 2024 · 51 minutes
Defending Life Courageously (with Treneé McGee)

What is it like to be a pro-life Democrat in a state legislature? How does it work to be pro-life... more

02 Apr 2024 · 35 minutes
Cultural Update: Political Realignment; Marriage and Well-Being; Smartphones and Gen Z's Mental Health

This week, Sean McDowell and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss:Political Realignment and Identity Politics: A discussion based on a New... more

29 Mar 2024 · 57 minutes
Demystifying Evil (with Ingrid Faro)

How can Christians best respond to the reality of evil and suffering? What does it mean to trust God through... more

26 Mar 2024 · 31 minutes
Cultural Update: Kanye's "God of Me"; AI Resurrections; Florida's DEI Departures

This week, Sean and guest co-host Thaddeus Williams discuss:Kanye West's Controversial Statements on Faith: Kanye West, now known as Ye,... more

22 Mar 2024 · 53 minutes
A Biblical View of Mental Health (with Chris Adams)

How does a Christian view of mental health compare and contrast with a secular perspective? Are we in a mental... more

19 Mar 2024 · 39 minutes
Cultural Update: China's Baby Bust; France Puts Abortion in Constitution; New Tech May Allow Embryo from Two Men

This week, Scott Rae and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss:China's Baby BustFrance Enshrines Abortion in ConstitutionDisturbing Leaks from WPATHNew Tech... more

15 Mar 2024 · 50 minutes
Being God's Image (with Carmen Imes)

What exactly does it mean to say that we are in the image of God? How should that idea impact... more

12 Mar 2024 · 38 minutes
Cultural Update: Christian Nationalism; OTC abortion pills; AI-generated deepfakes; Political divisiveness and friendship

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:Four Ways of Looking at Christian NationalismOver-the-counter abortion pillsAI-generated deepfake nudesPolitical Divisiveness and FriendshipListener question:... more

08 Mar 2024 · 52 minutes
The Legacy of Humanism

What is Humanism? How significant is the Humanist worldview today? And how can Christians best love their Humanist neighbors? In... more

05 Mar 2024 · 48 minutes
Cultural Update: AI and Truth; Gender Dysphoria; Gen X and Diversity; Alabama Embryo Update; Listener Questions

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:Artificial Intelligence and Truth: Discussion on how AI, through deep fakes and misinformation, challenges our... more

01 Mar 2024 · 48 minutes
Decriminalizing Drug Possession — Seriously?? (with Christina Dent)

How should we view the war on drugs? Is it a failure and should we try something different? Or are... more

27 Feb 2024 · 33 minutes
Cultural Update: AI's getting more human-like; Alabama ruling on embryos; Analyzing movies biblically

Today's topics:Amazon's New AI Model: Amazon's AI model showing emergent language abilities, sparking debates on AI's human-like intelligence.Alabama Supreme Court... more

23 Feb 2024 · 49 minutes
Social Justice Fallacies

What is social justice and how does it compare and contrast with biblical justice? In this episode, Sean and Scott... more

20 Feb 2024 · 42 minutes
Cultural Update: Our Thoughts on "He Gets Us" ads; Double Euthanasia; Is a soulmate a real thing?

Today, Scott & Sean discuss:Duo euthanasia of the former Dutch Prime Minister Dries van Agt and his wife, Eugenie, and... more

16 Feb 2024 · 44 minutes
A Light in the Darkness of Human Trafficking (with Eddie Byun)

What can and should we do about the evil of human trafficking? What is the church’s responsibility and what can... more

13 Feb 2024 · 44 minutes
Cultural Update: Transgender Regrets; Anti-Semitic Sperm Donation; Understanding Evangelicalism; Is hunting wrong?

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:A New York Times opinion piece on transgender treatments and the emerging concerns and regrets... more

09 Feb 2024 · 39 minutes
"He Gets Us" at the Super Bowl (with Ed Stetzer)

Step into the captivating world of faith and advertising with Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer in this Think Biblically podcast episode.... more

06 Feb 2024 · 40 minutes
Cultural Update: After-school Satan clubs; Cops using DNA to predict a suspect's face; Listener questions

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:After-school Satan clubs in South Orange County — has religious liberty gone too far?Ethical implications... more

02 Feb 2024 · 40 minutes
Do Animals Have Rights?

What does it mean to assert that animals have rights? Can Christians consume meat? How concerned should Christians be about... more

30 Jan 2024 · 56 minutes
Cultural Update: Legal responsibility for child's actions; "Post-Truth" Universities; Jordan Peterson; Pope on Surrogacy; Listener Questions

In today's episode, Scott & special guest Rick Langer from Biola's Talbot School of Theology discuss these topics:Michigan School Shooting... more

26 Jan 2024 · 42 minutes
The Case for Life (with Scott Klusendorf)

Even in the aftermath of the reversal of Roe v. Wade, making the case for life is just as important... more

23 Jan 2024 · 32 minutes
Cultural Update: Polyamory, Lab Grown Eggs, Atheist Churches, and the Responsibility of Christian Voters

In today's episode, Scott & Sean discuss these topics and articles:A recent issue of New York Magazine focused on the... more

19 Jan 2024 · 35 minutes
A Compelling Vision of Friendship (with Rebecca McLaughlin)

Why would an apologist write a book on friendship? What can we learn about friendship from the example and teachings... more

16 Jan 2024 · 34 minutes
Cultural Update: Kim Davis; Texas Abortion Law Enforcement; Balancing Head & Heart; Should churches be involved in politics?

In addition to our regular weekly episodes, we're starting a new series where we discuss a few current cultural issues... more

12 Jan 2024 · 36 minutes
Who are the "Nones?" (with Ryan Burge)

The fastest growing “religious” group in the US is the “nones”, those with no religious affiliation. Who are these “nones”... more

08 Jan 2024 · 32 minutes
Don’t Follow Your Heart?? (with Thaddeus Williams)

What is humanity’s oldest lie? And how is it freshly emerging to steal the hearts and minds of a new... more

04 Jan 2024 · 47 minutes
Developing Spiritual Street Smarts (with Greg Koukl)

Evil. Slavery. Contradictions in the Bible. How can we best answer the top objections to the Christianity? Greg Koukl has... more

28 Dec 2023 · 31 minutes
Two Months In — Update on the Israel-Hamas War (with Darrell Bock)

We’re more than 2 months into the Israel-Hamas war? What has happened since the start of the war on October... more

21 Dec 2023 · 35 minutes
Cultural Update: Healthcare in Gaza; Ending anonymous sperm donations; Assisted suicide; and Listener Questions

We're trying something different today! A new bonus series where we'll discuss a few current cultural issues that are in... more

15 Dec 2023 · 35 minutes
What is a Person? And Why It Matters (with JP Moreland)

Who counts as a person? The severely mentally challenged? The elderly person at the end of Alzheimer’s? ... more

07 Dec 2023 · 45 minutes
Understanding the Generations (with Jean Twenge)

How can we best understand and engage younger generations today? Our guest today, Dr. Jean Twenge, is a professor of... more

30 Nov 2023 · 30 minutes
The Great Dechurching (with Ryan Burge)

How many people are really leaving the church today? Who are the people leaving and why are they “Dechurching”? According... more

23 Nov 2023 · 32 minutes
What is a Woman? (with Katie McCoy)

During the Senate Confirmation hearings of the latest Supreme Court Justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson was asked to define the term... more

16 Nov 2023 · 34 minutes
The Rise of Social Justice Ideology (with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer)

Where Are Critical Theory and the Social Justice Movement Taking Us? Sean shares a bonus episode on critical theory where... more

09 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 20 minutes
How Did We Get the Bible We Have Today? (with Michael Kruger)

How did we get the specific books of Bible that we hold in our hands today? Who decided and... more

02 Nov 2023 · 33 minutes
The Babylon Bee Guide to Gender (with Joel Berry)

How should we think about what has come to be called “gender ideology?” How does gender ideology actually look... more

26 Oct 2023 · 34 minutes
An Agnostic Spends a Year with God

What would happen if an agnostic committed to thinking about God for a year? In this episode, Sean and Scott... more

19 Oct 2023 · 45 minutes
Special Episode: An Inside Look at the War In Israel

What on earth is going on in Israel this week? How is it affecting the Messianic Christians in Israel? What... more

12 Oct 2023 · 41 minutes
The (Remarkable) State of Jesus Research (with Craig Blomberg)

Can we actually discover the real Jesus? Could the disciples have remembered the teachings of Jesus when they wrote the... more

05 Oct 2023 · 30 minutes
The Porn Wars

What is the state of the current debate over the morality and legality of pornography? Is porn really harmful? Can... more

28 Sep 2023 · 56 minutes
Can the Criminal Justice System be Fixed? (with Matt Martens)

Is the criminal justice system in the US broken? If so, what would it take to fix it? Are there... more

21 Sep 2023 · 33 minutes
Religious Freedom in a Polarized Culture (with Robert George)

Is religious freedom the first and most fundamental freedom in a culture? Or is the claim for religious freedom simply... more

14 Sep 2023 · 42 minutes
Losing Our Religion??? (with Russell Moore)

What does it mean that we must "lose our religion" in order to regain the integrity of the gospel message?... more

07 Sep 2023 · 36 minutes
The Real Heroes of the Faith (with Johnnie Moore)

What is the condition of the global church in places where persecution is commonplace? What are the countries where... more

31 Aug 2023 · 30 minutes
How to Deconstruct Your Faith (with John Marriott)

What does it mean to say that someone is deconstructing their faith? Can that be a good thing, or is... more

24 Aug 2023 · 47 minutes
Is Work Just a Paycheck? (with Helen Mitchell)

What’s is God’s design for our work? Is it more than simply a paycheck? What does it mean to work... more

17 Aug 2023 · 32 minutes
QAnon and the Cross (with Mike Austin)

What are conspiracy theories and why are Christians so drawn to them? How widespread are conspiracy theories in the church?... more

10 Aug 2023 · 33 minutes
Truth and Toxic Masculinity

What is meant by the term toxic masculinity? Where does it come from and is it, as some critics assert,... more

03 Aug 2023 · 38 minutes
World Religions on Trial (with Mark Lanier)

What would happen if a leading lawyer examined some of the biggest religions in the world? How would Buddhism, Hinduism,... more

27 Jul 2023 · 29 minutes
Magic and the Christian Faith (with Joshua Ng)

Can the miracles of Jesus be explained as magic? Since magic is forbidden in the Bible, can a Christian be... more

20 Jul 2023 · 38 minutes
Saying Goodbye to Jesus

Why would a megachurch pastor leave his faith? What questions are raised through his journey that we need to address,... more

13 Jul 2023 · 44 minutes
Is the Gospel Political? (with Patrick Schreiner)

Is the message of the gospel and the Kingdom inherently political messages? If so, what does that mean? How is... more

06 Jul 2023 · 31 minutes
Do Christian Universities Still Matter? (with Ed Stetzer)

Why does the church reflect the polarization of the culture at large? What is the future of Christian higher education?... more

29 Jun 2023 · 46 minutes
Should We Read the Old Testament? (with Dominick Hernández)

What’s the best way to read the Old Testament? Should we even engage the OT since it’s hard to understand?... more

22 Jun 2023 · 45 minutes
Evangelicalism: An Exclusivist Club?

Has evangelicalism increasingly "othered" certain groups such as liberals, blacks, gays, feminists, and progressives? Is the evangelical movement in crisis... more

15 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
The Best Evidence for Jesus

What is the evidence, outside the Bible, that Jesus existed and was who He said He was? What is the... more

08 Jun 2023 · 48 minutes
[BONUS] Christians and Pride Month

How can Christians best respond to pride month? While this is a big question, Sean shares a bonus episode of... more

05 Jun 2023 · 55 minutes
Can Basketball Save the World?

Have we been looking in the wrong place–politics and religion–when we should be looking to a sport to save us?... more

01 Jun 2023 · 44 minutes
Convictions and Kindness (with Russell Moore)

In our polarized culture, how do we hold our convictions with conviction, but also with kindness, so that our style... more

25 May 2023 · 46 minutes
Thinking Biblically About History (with Vern Poythress)

What is a biblical approach to history? While we often discuss contemporary cultural issues on this podcast, this episode we... more

18 May 2023 · 32 minutes
Jesus vs. Evangelicals

What is an evangelical? What does that term describe? Is it a movement that is contrary to the way of... more

12 May 2023 · 44 minutes
Apologetics in the City (with Chris Brooks)

What are the biggest barriers to faith in the urban setting? What are the most common counterfeit worldviews that are... more

09 May 2023 · 34 minutes
The Genesis of Gender (with Abigail Favale)

What is the difference between sex and gender? What does the Bible tell us about sex and gender? How is... more

27 Apr 2023 · 29 minutes
Signals of Transcendence (with Os Guinness)

What happens to people when they start to wonder “is this is all there is to life?” Os Guinness... more

20 Apr 2023 · 30 minutes
Book Review: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture

How can Christians best love their transgender friends, family members, and co-workers? How should Christians think about transgender ideology? In... more

13 Apr 2023 · 49 minutes
You’re Only Human (with Kelly Kapic)

We all know that we have limits, that’s a part of being human. But most of us see our... more

06 Apr 2023 · 33 minutes
Responding to Pro-Choice Arguments

What are the toughest and most common arguments for pro-choice? And how can thoughtful Christians respond? In this podcast, which... more

30 Mar 2023 · 53 minutes
The Bible and Cultural Critique (with Christopher Watkin)

How does the Bible guide us in applying its truths to our culture? Of course the Bible applies to... more

24 Mar 2023 · 28 minutes
Biblical Critical Theory— An Oxymoron?? (with Christopher Watkin)

What is a critical theory? Aren’t various critical theories used widely in the academy and the culture to deconstruct... more

16 Mar 2023 · 30 minutes
Current Issues at the Edges of Life

What are most current and pressing ethical issues in the field of bioethics? How is euthanasia being practiced in... more

09 Mar 2023 · 38 minutes
Video Game Theology (with Drew Dixon)

What does it mean to think biblically about video games? How much and what kinds of video games should Christians... more

02 Mar 2023 · 34 minutes
Knowledge for the Love of God (with Tim Pickavance)

What does it mean to have knowledge of God—is it similar to knowledge in the sciences, etc.? Is there a... more

27 Feb 2023 · 41 minutes
Untrustworthy — Our Cultural Knowledge Crisis (with Bonnie Kristian)

We have a flood of information available today that we’ve never had before—what is doing to our brains? To our... more

16 Feb 2023 · 30 minutes
[BONUS] The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self (with Carl Trueman)

What best explains the development of the Sexual Revolution? According to Carl Trueman, there are three key components: technology, politics,... more

13 Feb 2023 · 49 minutes
Confronting Spiritual Abuse (with Michael Kruger)

What is spiritual abuse and how common is it? How should Christians handle spiritual abuse in the church? Our guest... more

09 Feb 2023 · 29 minutes
The State of Christian Philosophy Today (with Greg Ganssle)

What is the current state of Christian philosophy in the secular university and the culture more generally? Is Christian philosophy... more

02 Feb 2023 · 48 minutes
[BONUS] Why Kids Have a Right to Mom and Dad (with Katy Faust)

Do kids have a natural right to their mom and dad? Katy Faust argues that the answer is yes, and... more

29 Jan 2023 · 1 hour,
The Qur'an and the Christian (with Matthew Bennett)

How does the Qur’an, the Muslim holy book, compare and contrast with the Bible? What does it teach about sin,... more

26 Jan 2023 · 35 minutes
Portrayals of Committed Christians in Hollywood Media (with Thomas Sieberhagen)

How are committed Christians portrayed in Hollywood media? It’s more complicated than you might think. They are often presented as... more

19 Jan 2023 · 26 minutes
[BONUS] A Christian and an Atheist Talk about God and Race (with Coleman Hughes)

Coleman Hughes is the host of the popular podcast "Conversations with Coleman." He is a young African-American thinker who is... more

16 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 15 minutes
Biotechnology: Making People “Better than Well?” (with John McClean)

What kinds of things constitute biotechnological enhancement? What’s the difference between correcting disease and enhancing traits? How does the concept... more

12 Jan 2023 · 28 minutes
Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence and robotics are becoming a major part of our everyday lives, whether we realize it or not. Where... more

05 Jan 2023 · 44 minutes
The Meaning of Singleness (and relevant to you if you’re married!) (with Dani Treweek)

When the early Christians talked about singleness and marriage, how did they talk about it? How are single adults viewed... more

22 Dec 2022 · 31 minutes
Game Changing Archeological Finding (with Scott Stripling)

Once in a generation archeologists unearth something that is truly a game changer. Recently found material turn much of OT... more

19 Dec 2022 · 26 minutes
The State of Bible and Theology in America: 2022

What do Americans believe about the Bible? How often do Americans read the Bible and in what ways? And what... more

08 Dec 2022 · 37 minutes
The Bible and Same Sex Marriage (with Rachel Gilson)

The Bible repeatedly uses the metaphor of marriage to illustrate the relationship between Christ and His church. How does that... more

05 Dec 2022 · 34 minutes
The Call to Follow (with Rick Langer)

There are lots of seminars on leadership but when is the last time you attended a seminar on “follower-ship?” Don’t... more

17 Nov 2022 · 40 minutes
Think Biblically about Think Biblically (Live Episode!)

At their recent live show, Sean & Scott discuss some of the thornier issues and questions they've run up against... more

10 Nov 2022 · 31 minutes
Thinking Biblically about Politics

Politics remains a divisive and contentious area in the culture at large and among Christians. What does it mean to... more

03 Nov 2022 · 43 minutes
[BONUS] Why Jesus Matters Today (with J. Warner Wallace)

Why did Jesus have such a big impact on history? How could one man so deeply influence art, architecture, history,... more

31 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Live Episode! — Reaching the World for Christ (with Josh McDowell)

At a special event & live recording celebrating the 5-Year Anniversary of the Think Biblically podcast, Sean & Scott sit... more

27 Oct 2022 · 31 minutes
How to be a Patriotic Christian (with Richard Mouw)

What does it mean to love one’s country? If the powers that be are ordained by God, does that mean... more

20 Oct 2022 · 31 minutes
[BONUS] Progressive Christianity vs. Evangelical Christianity

What is Progressive Christianity? Is it a branch of historic Christianity or something else? In this bonus episode, Sean has... more

17 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
Finding Messiah (with Jen Rosner)

Jesus was a Jewish rabbi, who was the savior of the world but also celebrated Passover, taught in synagogues, wore... more

13 Oct 2022 · 33 minutes
Strange New World (with Carl Trueman)

What is the heart of the sexual revolution and who are the key thinkers behind it? Given the tensions about... more

11 Oct 2022 · 27 minutes
Jesus and Social Media

If Jesus were physically present today, would he use social media? And if so, to what end? What can we... more

29 Sep 2022 · 45 minutes
Rembrandt is in the Wind (with Russ Ramsey)

We freely admit that truth and goodness are important, but not so much for the concept of beauty. Frankly, art... more

22 Sep 2022 · 30 minutes
Celebrities for Jesus (with Katelyn Beaty)

We often get excited when a celebrity comes to faith in Christ—they can use their platform for the gospel. But... more

15 Sep 2022 · 31 minutes
The Air We Breathe (with Glen Scrivener)

How did we come to believe virtually universally in concepts such as freedom, equality and compassion? How did those concepts... more

08 Sep 2022 · 31 minutes
[BONUS] The Cost of My Faith (with Jack Phillips)

Jack Phillips was taken before Colorado Civil Rights Commission for refusing to design a custom cake for a same-sex wedding.... more

06 Sep 2022 · 57 minutes
A Rebel's Manifesto (with Sean McDowell)

Today's episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel. How can Christians navigate the difficult... more

01 Sep 2022 · 47 minutes
Cultural Counterfeits (with Jen Oshman)

What does the Bible have to say to a culture obsessed with body image, hookup sex, abortion and alternative sexualities?... more

25 Aug 2022 · 30 minutes
[BONUS] The Faith Journey of a Navy Seal (with Chad Williams)

Why would a Navy Seal come to faith? How would he reconcile questions about the use of violence with his... more

22 Aug 2022 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
20 Myths About Religion and Politics (with Ryan Burge)

Is evangelical faith in decline today? Is abortion the main political issue for Christians? Do pastors talk about... more

18 Aug 2022 · 32 minutes
God, Genocide and Biblical Interpretation (with Charlie Trimm)

Did God sanction genocide in the Old Testament? The biblical passages concerning the Israelites and Canaanites are some of... more

11 Aug 2022 · 32 minutes
[BONUS] A Simple Guide to Experience Miracles (with JP Moreland)

Do miracles still happen today? How would we recognize a miracle as genuine? In this bonus episode, which Sean recorded... more

08 Aug 2022 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Hills to Die On: Discussing Unity

** This episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel ** How important is unity... more

04 Aug 2022 · 40 minutes
Logic and the Way of Jesus (with Travis Dickinson)

What does it mean to think like Jesus? How can Christians better learn to use logic to discover truth and... more

28 Jul 2022 · 30 minutes
[BONUS] Christians in a Cancel Culture (with Joe Dallas)

What is cancel culture and why is it so prevalent today? How should Christians respond to the phenomenon of canceling... more

25 Jul 2022 · 1 hour,
Excavating the Evidence for Jesus (with Titus Kennedy)

How strong is the archaeological and historical evidence for Jesus and the Gospels? In this interview, Sean and Scott talk... more

21 Jul 2022 · 29 minutes
Fire in the Streets (with Doug Groothuis)

What is critical theory and why is it so influential today? How might Christians respond to current controversies surrounding gender... more

14 Jul 2022 · 33 minutes
[BONUS] Action Apologetics (with Tim Yoder)

After many years of study and experience of how people come to faith in Christ, professor Tim Yoder proposed what... more

11 Jul 2022 · 24 minutes
Common Callings, Ordinary Virtues (with Brent Waters)

So much of our spiritual formation comes when we’re not thinking about it—in the course of our everyday lives. ... more

07 Jul 2022 · 33 minutes
The Great Question (with Os Guinness)

What are the best steps to find a meaningful life? What can we learn from the most influential thinkers in... more

30 Jun 2022 · 31 minutes
[BONUS] The Bible and LGBTQ Relationships (with Colby Martin)

In this bonus episode, Sean talks with progressive Christian pastor Colby Martin about Scripture and same-sex unions. They discuss what... more

26 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 32 minutes
How Not to Read the Bible (with Dan Kimball)

What do we say to some of the hard questions skeptics raise about the Bible? Some of the Bible is... more

23 Jun 2022 · 34 minutes
Darwinian Racism (with Richard Weikart)

What exactly is the connection between Darwinian evolutionary theory and what is often called “social Darwinism” that emerged out of... more

16 Jun 2022 · 29 minutes
The Revolutionary Disciple (with Jim Putman)

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus today? What unique challenges do Christians face in our present... more

10 Jun 2022 · 29 minutes
Is the Gospel Inclusive?

Is the gospel really inclusive for all people? What does the Bible really say about LGBTQ relationships? In... more

02 Jun 2022 · 52 minutes
Becoming Whole: Poverty and the "American Dream" (with Brian Fikkert)

Many people consider the "American Dream" to be the goal of someone trying to get out of poverty. Both in... more

31 May 2022 · 32 minutes
Economics and the Image of God (with Brian Fikkert)

Economics touches virtually every aspect of our lives on this side of eternity. Not surprisingly, the Bible has a great... more

19 May 2022 · 36 minutes
[BONUS] Is Roe vs. Wade Gone? Sean and Scott Discuss the Leaked Ruling

Roe vs. Wade (1973) was one of the most consequential Supreme Court rulings in America history, allowing abortion in all... more

17 May 2022 · 52 minutes
Scripture and Gender (with Erik Thoennes)

This podcast episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvSlsNMJkB4 Biblically speaking,... more

13 May 2022 · 51 minutes
The Story Behind the Think Biblically Podcast

Have you ever wondered how this podcast got started? How do Scott and Sean pick guests and topics? What's the... more

10 May 2022 · 35 minutes
Headwinds and Tailwinds: Leading a Christian University in Today's Culture (with Barry Corey)

Join Scott and Sean as they interview Biola's President, Dr. Barry Corey about leading a Christian university in these challenging... more

04 May 2022 · 26 minutes
Atheism on Trial (with Mark Lanier)

How would atheism fare if it were put on trial? Leading trial Lawyer Mark Lanier believes the evidence undermines atheism... more

24 Apr 2022 · 32 minutes
The Loneliness Epidemic (with Susan Mettes)

Coming out of COVID, with gatherings restricted, there is a renewed emphasis on loneliness in the culture at large. As... more

15 Apr 2022 · 31 minutes
Eyes to See God's Common Grace (with Tim Muehlhoff)

Where is God when tragedy hits? Is it possible that God is at work in the world in ways we... more

13 Apr 2022 · 32 minutes
Behind the Scenes at The Chosen (with Doug Huffman)

The Chosen TV series is a compelling look at the lives of Christ and his disciples. Talbot's own Dr. Doug... more

01 Apr 2022 · 36 minutes
[Bonus] The Argument for God from Music (with Gavin Ortlund)

This is Part II of our session with Gavin Ortlund from his new book, Why God Makes Sense in a... more

29 Mar 2022 · 28 minutes
Why God Makes Sense (with Gavin Ortlund)

Is Christian theism really believable? Does God make sense amidst our world that often doesn't? In this interview, Sean and... more

25 Mar 2022 · 30 minutes
Godly Jealousy (with Erik Thoennes)

How can a loving God be jealous, as the Bible describes? Is God envious? In this interview, Sean and Scott... more

18 Mar 2022 · 32 minutes
Jesus and John Wayne (Book Review)

This episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0hzJ0yGlHU The book Jesus... more

11 Mar 2022 · 47 minutes
Beyond Racial Division, Part 2 (with George Yancey)

Rejecting both the notion of colorblindness and antiracism, Baylor University sociologist George Yancey outlines a path to genuine racial reconciliation.... more

24 Feb 2022 · 30 minutes
Beyond Racial Division, Part 1 (with George Yancey)

Rejecting both the notion of colorblindness and antiracism, Baylor University sociologist George Yancey outlines a path to genuine racial reconciliation.... more

18 Feb 2022 · 26 minutes
Toxic Church Cultures and How to Fix Them (with Scot McKnight)

In his new book, written with his daughter, NT scholar Scot McKnight takes on the subject of toxic church cultures-how... more

11 Feb 2022 · 37 minutes
Rediscovering the Virtue of Shame (with Gregg Ten Elshof)

Shame has been maligned as a harmful emotion that has no place in human flourishing. But is this view correct?... more

07 Feb 2022 · 48 minutes
Handing Down the Faith (with Christian Smith)

What does the most recent research show about how parents, teachers, youth pastors and concerned adults can pass on their... more

31 Jan 2022 · 34 minutes
The Wisdom Pyramid (with Brett McCracken)

How to develop a life of wisdom in the midst of a culture that works against such a development? Gospel... more

26 Jan 2022 · 36 minutes
Lament for a Father (with Marvin Olasky)

Journalist Marvin Olasky tells the story of his sometimes rocky relationship with his father, the product of a good deal... more

14 Jan 2022 · 32 minutes
Why I Trust the Bible (with Bill Mounce)

How do we know the Bible is trustworthy? Are the Gospels really written by the people who they are attributed... more

09 Jan 2022 · 31 minutes
Religious Persecution of Uyghur Muslims in China (with Rushan Abbas)

Religious freedom is a universal freedom, grounded in the rights of conscience. Though it is true that Christians are the... more

21 Dec 2021 · 36 minutes
Supreme Court Oral Arguments on Abortion Case

On December 1, 2021, the US Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health... more

10 Dec 2021 · 43 minutes
Immigration and the Bible (with Markus Zehnder)

Few subjects are more controversial today than immigration and the Christian debate reflects the discussion in the culture at large.... more

05 Dec 2021 · 39 minutes
The Church Revitalization Checklist (with Sam Rainer)

Should we be hopeful about the post-pandemic church or concerned? Are churches growing today or dying? In this episode, we... more

28 Nov 2021 · 29 minutes
Embodied: Living As Whole People (with Greg Allison)

The worldview of Gnosticism, which was one of the first heresies facing the first Christians, is alive and well today-and... more

20 Nov 2021 · 31 minutes
Surviving Abortion (with Sarah Zagorski)

Sarah Zagorski survived an abortion—that’s right, she survived an attempt to abort her, having been born alive as a result... more

17 Nov 2021 · 29 minutes
Relational Spirituality (with Todd Hall)

In his new book, co-authored with his wife and psychology colleague, Todd Hall and Liz Hall, lay out a new... more

05 Nov 2021 · 28 minutes
The Myth of the Unwanted Child (with Bethany Bomberger)

With abortion being so available today, the notion of the unwanted child has become standard fare among defenders of abortion.... more

31 Oct 2021 · 31 minutes
Power and Weakness in Leadership and the Church (with Kyle Strobel)

Kyle Strobel brings an insightful critique of the exercise of power in the church today and spells out the way... more

22 Oct 2021 · 37 minutes
Magna Carta of Humanity (with Os Guinness)

What is at the heart of the reason for the decline in Western culture? Cultural analyst Os Guinness argues that... more

14 Oct 2021 · 30 minutes
You Are Not Your Own (with Alan Noble)

What is the fundamental problem at the core of modern society? According to Alan Noble, it is a faulty view... more

07 Oct 2021 · 32 minutes
Glimmers of Grace (with Katie Butler)

In her years of medical practice as a trauma surgeon, Dr. Katie Butler has seen it all, and also seen... more

30 Sep 2021 · 38 minutes
Bioethics and the Character of Human Life (with Gilbert Meilander)

Gilbert Meilander has spent his life at the intersection of theology and bioethics, including being selected for George W. Bush's... more

24 Sep 2021 · 32 minutes
One Faith No Longer (with George Yancey)

In his new book, One Faith No Longer, sociologist George Yancey looks at the polarization within Christianity that reflects the... more

13 Sep 2021 · 32 minutes
The "Over the Counter Abortion" (with Donna Harrison)

With the advent of abortion inducing drugs such as RU-486 and others, abortion has become increasingly private and available to... more

07 Sep 2021 · 33 minutes
Surviving Religion 101 (with Michael Kruger)

How can young people survive the challenges of religion classes in secular colleges? Dr. Michael Kruger is the author of... more

27 Aug 2021 · 30 minutes
Climate Change in Christian Perspective (with Brent Waters)

Climate change has been one of the most debated subjects around the world in recent years, with various opinions about... more

19 Aug 2021 · 30 minutes
Messy Truth (with Caleb Kaltenbach)

Bringing the truth of Scripture into discussions of marriage and sexuality can be messy, to say the least. Navigating these... more

16 Aug 2021 · 29 minutes
Religious Liberty for All (with Andrew Walker)

Is religious liberty important for all people, including Jews, Muslims, and Hindus, or just Christians? How do we make a... more

05 Aug 2021 · 30 minutes
Fighting for Life (with Lila Rose)

How do we truly make a difference in the world? How can we fight for justice in a broken world?... more

29 Jul 2021 · 32 minutes
Immigration, Islam and Women's Rights (with Ayaan Hirsi Ali)

Since mass migration from Africa and the Middle East into Europe since 2015, there has been a marked increase in... more

22 Jul 2021 · 30 minutes
Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible (with Michael Bird)

What are the most common mistakes Christians make when approaching the Bible? Seasoned biblical scholar Michael Bird takes on seven... more

18 Jul 2021 · 32 minutes
[Bonus] Latest Research on Gen Z (with Jonathan Morrow)

In partnership with the Barna Research Group, Impact 360 has commissioned a massive new study on Gen Z. It focuses... more

08 Jul 2021 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
[Bonus] What Purity Culture Got Right and Wrong (with Rachel Joy Welcher)

"Purity culture" has a complicated legacy. Some is positive and some needs biblical correction. Rachel Joy Welcher has written an... more

06 Jul 2021 · 1 hour,
New Data On Same Sex Parenting (with Walter Schumm)

The conventional wisdom concerning same sex parenting is that it is not substantively different from oppoosite sex parenting-the notion that... more

01 Jul 2021 · 32 minutes
[Bonus] How Archaeology Supports the Bible (with Joel Kramer)

Is there actually good archaeological evidence supporting the Bible? Sean interviews archaeologist Joel Kramer about his recent book Where God... more

29 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
The Anatomy of Deconversion (with John Marriott)

We hear an increasing number of stories — tragic ones — of recognizable Christian leaders abandoning their faith. What contributes... more

28 Jun 2021 · 37 minutes
Why You Matter (with Mike Sherrard)

Does life really have any meaning? Are all human beings actually equal? These are some of the big questions of... more

22 Jun 2021 · 33 minutes
The Return of the God Hypothesis (with Stephen Meyer)

Is the scientific data pointing towards a universe of design or towards a universe that needs no supernatural explanation? In... more

17 Jun 2021 · 41 minutes
Them Before Us (with Katy Faust)

From certain reproductive technologies to divorce and to same-sex marriages, our culture focuses far more on the desires of adults... more

10 Jun 2021 · 39 minutes
Where Prayer Becomes Real (with Kyle Strobel)

Prayer is often a hard subject to talk about, and one reason for that is the guilt that it induces... more

02 Jun 2021 · 37 minutes
Critical/Cynical Theories (with Helen Pluckrose)

Since the summer of 2020, Critical Race Theory, and Critical Theory in general, have come out from the academic world... more

21 May 2021 · 35 minutes
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Prayer is often a hard subject to talk about, and one reason for that is the guilt that it induces as people... more