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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Talbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae
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A weekly podcast that offers Christian perspectives on some of the most significant issues facing today's church and culture. In each episode, hosts Scott Rae and Sean McDowell — professors at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology — draw upon biblical wisdom and insights from guest experts as they explore how Christians can thoughtfully and faithfully engage with cultural trends and current... more

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Latest Episodes

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Should Christians support capitalism? How effective has capitalism been in elevating people out of poverty? In this episode, which is the second part of a two-part series, Sean and Scott lay out the positive case for capitalism (aka, market economics... more

AI Date Cafe: A New York City cafe is offering "tables for one" designed for people to take their AI chatbots on public dates, prompting a discussion on isolation and the value of messy, real-life relationships.

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What is Leftism and can it be consistently wed with a Christian worldview? And is Leftism gaining ground in the culture and church? In this episode, Sean and Scott explore these questions and more in their review of the book Why Christians Should Be ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. JP Foster
Senior Pastor at Faithful Central Bible Church
Faithful Central Bible Church
Episode: Finding Freedom in Jesus (with JP Foster)
Dr. Craig Keener
Author and biblical scholar, known for his extensive commentaries and writings on Christian living and suffering
Episode: Suffering and our Spiritual Lives (with Craig Keener)
Dr. Liz Hall
Biola colleague and psychologist, contributor to Watching The Chosen
Biola University
Episode: A Psychologist Watches "The Chosen" (with Liz Hall)
Fred Sanders
Author and professor at Biola University
Biola University
Episode: Why We are Protestants (with Fred Sanders)
Donal O'Mathuna
Author of 'Alternative Medicine: The Options, Claims, the Evidence, and How to Choose Wisely.'
Episode: What to Make of Alternative Medicine? (with Donal O'Mathuna)
John Anthony Dunne
Author and expert on biblical theology concerning alcohol
Author of "The Mountains Shall Drip Sweet Wine"
Episode: The Bible and The Use of Alcohol (with John Anthony Dunne)
Dr. Nigel Cameron
Biographer and medical historian
Episode: The Remarkable and Influential Life of Surgeon General Dr. C. Everett Koop
Miroslav Volf
Leading public theologian, professor at Yale University, and author of 'The Cost of Ambition'
Yale University
Episode: The Cost of Ambition (with Miroslav Volf)
Dr. Jennifer Morse
Founder and president of the Ruth Institute
Ruth Institute
Episode: The Long Term Impact of the Sexual Revolution (with Jennifer Morse)

Hosts

Scott Rae
Host and Co-host, discussing various topics alongside experts and relying on biblical perspectives.
Sean McDowell
Host and Co-host, featuring themes related to faith and cultural issues, inviting guest experts for in-depth discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Top Tier Christian Podcast

    Sean and Scott’s general, non-specific approach covers a wide variety of topics, exploring each one from a Biblical perspective. While some people weaponize the word “Biblical” to mean “the one and only way to think about things”, Sean and Scott use it to refer to the Bible as the ultimate authority. Their thoughtful and wise insights on the topics have been so helpful in my walk with the Lord.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elliot Lee Masters
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent Content

    I really enjoy this podcast, it’s extremely thought provoking. The latest episode really challenged me to engage others with differing views in a respectful and honest way. The Cultural updates are great as well. Thanks for all you do for the Kimgdom!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tkymin247
    United States2 months ago
  • Makes me think

    Considerate and researched.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    West Wichita
    United States2 months ago
  • Perspectives presented in good failth

    I'm not a Christian and don't always agree, but I love this podcast because it offers high quality, well-researched, bible-based, measured persepctives put forth in good faith (in my opinion).

    One area of improvement would be to have more guests or topics shared by a woman from a women's POV.

    The host's and guest's perspectives often do challenge my beliefs. Many times they articulate the opposing side in a respectful way.

    Thank you (and the sound crew/support staff) for making this avaliab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GW_95
    United States2 months ago
  • Willing to Take on Hard Topics

    I love listening to this podcast. The hosts do not skirt the tough issues and provide sound theological perspectives on issues affecting our lives today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linwall1
    United States2 months ago

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Feedback highlights the importance of integrating guests and increasing diversity of perspectives, particularly related to female voices.
Overall, the show is seen as a beneficial resource for those wanting to connect their beliefs with contemporary societal challenges.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and respectful discourse on difficult topics from a biblical perspective.
The podcast engages challenging issues and offers valuable insights that enhance listeners' understanding of their faith.

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Cultural Update: The Monetization of Loneliness; Hospital Ends Youth Gender Treatment; Alarming U.K. Abortion Data
Q: As I prepare my message, what are your best tips for talking about AI with teens and families in the church?
Ask questions and have discussions to engage students on how AI affects their lives, and point them towards existing resources for helping understand the implications of AI.
Cultural Update: The Monetization of Loneliness; Hospital Ends Youth Gender Treatment; Alarming U.K. Abortion Data
Q: To what extent do you think Christians are obligated to align our financial investment with biblical values?
It's appropriate for Christians to align financial investments with biblical values, and it's important to know what your funds are invested in.
Finding Freedom in Jesus (with JP Foster)
Q: What is the most important attribute to meet where we are culturally today?
Given the cultural moment, the attribute of hope is crucial as many are feeling hopeless and need to understand there is hope in God.
Finding Freedom in Jesus (with JP Foster)
Q: What kind of freedom are we talking about?
We realized that freedom actually comes with boundaries, which is often misunderstood in the culture that equates freedom with doing whatever one wants.
Suffering and our Spiritual Lives (with Craig Keener)
Q: How do you balance the notion of defending religious liberties and the idea that suffering can make us better Christians?
While suffering can foster spiritual growth, we should celebrate and work for religious freedom and not seek out suffering deliberately.

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2. Dr. Craig Keener
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