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
Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 524 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianity |
After centuries of anticipation, the ancient city of Colossae—the site of Paul’s letter to the Colossians—is finally being excavated. Dr. Clint Arnold, one of the world’s foremost experts on Colossians, joins Sean McDowell to share breaking news from... more
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Marijuana’s Real Impact: A new study finds 40% of fatal crash victims in one Ohio county had high levels of THC, sparking discussion on how far legalization has gone and why Christians must discern between what’s legal and what’s r... more
Why have so many “time saving” devices actually not saved us any time? How do you know if your devices work for you or you work for them? What guidance is there for an appropriate use of AI? We’ll answer these questions and more with our guest, Dr. T... more
Scott is joined by colleague Rick Langer to discuss:
• Faith and Politics after the Kirk Shooting – A provocative article on whether Christians should see themselves as warriors or servants, contrasting combative approaches with Dallas Willard’s vi... more
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I graduated from Biola years ago, I’m one of the few engineering alumni. When I first found this podcast I was excited. But having listened to numerous episodes, I’m actively embarrassed. For example, this August 2025 climate change episode (an area of interest for me), it’s clear neither even googled the background on the report discussed and whether the scientific assertions are legit. Didn’t even google it. Seriously? Things like doubting whether climate change is even as bad as the diabetes... more
Sean and Scott’s thoughtful dialogue always gives me something new to ponder about and share with others on what it means to be a winsome ambassador for Christ in the be and flow of the current culture. Totally recommend giving them a listen!!!
As a teacher at my church, I find myself frequently appreciating your very helpful insight, that I then weave into my teaching. You gentlemen are a true blessing to Gods church.
You'd be hard pressed to find a more excellent, well-informed podcast that provides Biblical perspective on some the most current, relevant topics in our culture in such a thorough way. 10/10, do recommend! Keep up the good work!
You'd be hard pressed to find a more excellent, well-informed podcast that provides Biblical perspective on some the most current, relevant topics in our culture in such a thorough way. 10/10, do recommend! Keep up the good work!
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Offering a Christian perspective on key contemporary issues, the content frequently engages with complex social topics such as marriage, sexuality, youth sports, and ethical business practices. The hosts foster discussions that seek to align biblical wisdom with current cultural challenges, encouraging listeners to think critically and faithfully in navigating their faith in today's world. The podcast stands out with its blend of academic insight from both hosts—a pair of professors from a Christian university—and the expertise of various guest speakers, which adds depth to the conversations on faith and culture, making it an inviting resource for those looking to reconcile their beliefs with modern societal issues.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Trevor Sutton
2. Dr. Ewan Goligher
3. Dr. Erik Thoennes
4. Anthony Bradley
5. Dr. Clint Arnold
6. Jim Otteson
7. Ed Uszynski
8. Clara Piano
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