In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Judge Ken Starr and Dr. Thomas Farr about the state of religious liberty today in America and beyond. How concerned should Christians be? What big issues are on the horizon? And how can Christians respond? Starr and Farr bring remarkable perspective and wisdom for thoughtful Christians today. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guests are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
Sean recently had a public discussion with Bart Campolo, former evangelist and Christian social worker, who is now a leading secular humanist. They share and contrast their stories and discuss whether Christianity or secular humanism is the best explanation for moral values. This is a bonus episode that first aired on Unbelievable? at Premier Christian Radio. For more from Unbelievable?, be sure to check out their podcast, book, and upcoming conference.
What worldviews are competing for the hearts and minds of today’s students? What is unique about this generation? Sean interviews Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, about how the church can best understand and reach Generation Z. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically Jeff Myers is offering a 10% discount on Summit registration to Think Biblically podcast listeners. Use the code "CHAMP2018HS" at summit.org
How does economics shape what it means to “love our neighbor”? How should theology shape our view of economics? In this episode, Sean McDowell and Scott Rae interact with Dr. Tom Nelson, who is the head of Made To Flourish, a network of pastors and local churches committed to integrating theology and work for the common good. They discuss pastor Nelson’s excellent book The Economics of Neighborly Love. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
Christians find themselves today in an increasingly secular culture, which is sometimes even hostile to the faith. In this setting, what is the most biblical and effective means of persuasion? In this episode, Sean McDowell and Scott Rae talk with author of Winsome Persuasion and Biola University professor Tim Muehlhoff about what it means to communicate winsomely today. Tim offers practical ideas for having difficult and controversial conversations. Tim Muelhoff's latest book is Winsome Persuasion. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
Did God use evolution? Should Christians embrace evolution? In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with the leading intelligent design proponent Stephen Meyer about the new book Theistic Evolution: A Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Critique. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
On this special release, Sean joins Colson Center president John Stonestreet, on the Breakpoint Podcast, to discuss the Bible and homosexuality. John interviews Sean about his recent public dialogue with one of the leading “Gay Christian” voices in America. Sean's full conversation with Matthew Vines is available on YouTube. Show notes, including a full transcript are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
In the second half of this two-part series, Sean McDowell and Scott Rae continue their conversation with pastor and author Caleb Kaltenbach. In this episode, they focus on Caleb’s new book The God of Tomorrow, which is about how trusting God’s sovereign plan for tomorrow while living with boldness and hope today. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically
There is often great fear, mistrust, and tension between the church and the LGBTQ community. How can Christians posture themselves in a biblical manner? In this episode, Sean McDowell and Scott Rae talk with pastor and author Caleb Kaltenbach about his book Messy Grace. As the son of two gay parents, Caleb has a unique voice on this issue today. Show notes, including a full transcript and more information on today's guest are available at: biola.edu/thinkbiblically