Sean McDowell, Scott Rae | February 16, 2024

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 its implications for the euthanasia movement.
  • Critique of the soulmate model of romance, focusing on its sustainability and impact on marriages.
  • The shooting at Joel Osteen's church in Houston, discussing various aspects including the shooter's background and the debate on gun control.
  • The aftermath of the after school Satan clubs, highlighting the community's response.
  • Reflections on the "He Gets Us" campaign Super Bowl commercials, analyzing its messaging and cultural impact.
  • Listener questions on animal rights and surrogacy.

Read a transcript of this episode at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/cultural-update-our-thoughts-on-he-gets-us-ads-double-euthanasia-is-a-soulmate-a-real-thing

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Sean McDowell, Ph.D. is a professor of Christian Apologetics at Biola University, best-selling author, popular speaker, part-time high school teacher, and the Resident Scholar for Summit Ministries, California. Follow him on Twitter: @sean_mcdowell