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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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	633	Founded	9 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ChristianityReligion & Spirituality

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Weekly Cultural Update: Identity Politics 2.0; The Supreme Court and Colorado Religious Schools; Family Time Replacing Time With Friends; Doctors and Carbon Footprints

Political Identity 2.0: Scott and Sean examine how identity politics is shifting from race and gender toward economic class. They encourage believers to reject zero-sum financial mindsets while engaging civically.

Colorado Pre-K & Religious Liberty... more

Yesterday • 59 min

Sharia Law and the US Constitution (With A.S. Ibrahim)

Should Christians be concerned about Sharia law being implemented in the US What is Sharia Law, and is it compatible with the U.S. Constitution? Sean and Scott are shared by Dr. A.S. Ibrahim to discuss his latest book Sharia Versus the U.S. Constitut... more

3 Nov 2026 • 31 min

Weekly Cultural Update: Issues Neglected By Christian Voters; Study on Religious Engagement; AI Anticipates a Crime; Society Still Needs Male Heroes

Key Issues Ignored by Christian Voters : Host Scott Rae and guest host Rick Langer examine an article highlighting critical societal issues—such as systemic poverty, housing affordability, and long-term care—that Christian voters frequently overlook ... more

30 Oct 2026 • 59 min

The Most Misunderstood Chapter in Revelation (with Alan Hultberg)

Revelation 20 has been called the "most controversial chapter in the Bible." In a single chapter, you have the Lake of Fire, the Great White Throne judgment, and the Millennium. How Christians have read this chapter has shaped two thousand years... more

27 Oct 2026 • 1 hr

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Recent Guests

Alan Hultberg

New Testament professor whose research focuses on Revelation and New Testament theology

Biola University

Episode: The Most Misunderstood Chapter in Revelation (with Alan Hultberg)

Thaddeus Williams

Theology professor at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology

Biola University

Episode: Weekly Cultural Update: French Riots, Michel Foucault's Centennial, Texas Higher Ed, and UK Porn Laws

Paul Weaver

Dallas Theological Seminary professor and author of Faith-Affirming Findings.

Dallas Theological Seminary

Episode: How Archaeology Supports the Bible (With Paul Weaver)

Stephen Meyer

Author of Return of the God Hypothesis; defender of theism in light of cosmology

Discovery Institute

Episode: Naturalism’s Cosmological Dilemma (With Stephen Meyer)

Jason McMartin

Colleague and co-author of When the Journey Hurts

Biola University

Episode: When the Journey Hurts (With Jason McMartin)

Eric Thomas

Colleague in theology at Biola University; guest on the episode

Biola University

Episode: Weekly Cultural Update: Traditional Dating Apps; Jehovah's Witnesses Blood Policy Shift; Pope Leo in France; Smartwatches for Kids in China

Kent Dunnington

Biola colleague in philosophy

Biola University

Episode: The Centrality of Gratitude to our Spiritual Lives (With Kent Dunnington)

Jeff Morgan

Street evangelist, host of on-the-streets conversations on Jewish-Christian dialogue

Highway 53 (ministry)

Episode: 10 Prophecies for Jesus? (with Jeff Morgan)

Scot McKnight

Professor of New Testament

Northern Seminary (guest, co-author of The Traumatized Church)

Episode: Paul, PTSD and the Church Today (With Scot McKnight)

Hosts

Scott Rae

Host of Think Biblically; Biola University, Talbot School of Theology

Sean McDowell

Co-host; Biola University professor

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings

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I learn so much when I listen to you gentlemen. Thank you for your work. God bless you. 🙏Jennifer Hodgson
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Genlou 7/8/69
United States4 months ago
Great Biblical Worldview Content
Enjoy listening to the two hosts’ Biblical worldview perspective on current issues.
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Thomson Family oh yeah
United States5 months ago
Love this Podcast
This is my favorite and go to podcast! I appreciate how Sean and Scott discuss topics in such a winsome, kind, and thought provoking way and not shying away from any controversial topics!
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5
Toddmattj
United States6 months ago
Always listen
I listen to this podcast regularly, and am thankful for this excellent resource!
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MD OT
United States6 months ago
one of my favs
I love podcasts and this is by far one of my most favorites. The conversations challenge my opinions, encourage me to think about what informs my opinions, and keeps me up to date on the latest trends/news in the culture. Thank you for helping me grow in my faith and practice thinking biblically about everything!
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Apple Podcasts	#107	United States/Religion & Spirituality/Christianity
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Weekly Cultural Update: French Riots, Michel Foucault's Centennial, Texas Higher Ed, and UK Porn Laws

Q: If we set aside the scientific discussion of creation, isn't the evolutionary model a theological problem, even if God initiated it or was involved in it?

Williams says theistic evolution creates tensions with natural selection, mutation, and the biblical account. Rae points to the theological problem of reconciling evolution's history of death with the claim that sin and death entered at the Fall.

The Most Misunderstood Chapter in Revelation (with Alan Hultberg)

Q: So what is it and what's some of the key biblical passages offered in support?

Hultberg explains that premillennialism holds that Christ returns before an earthly Millennium. He argues that Revelation 20 naturally follows Revelation 19 chronologically and that the sequence aligns with Daniel's depiction of the beast's defeat, the resurrection, and the saints' reign.

Weekly Cultural Update: French Riots, Michel Foucault's Centennial, Texas Higher Ed, and UK Porn Laws

Q: How old were you when you became a Christian or when your faith started to become your own, what's your favorite Bible verse, and what advice would you give somebody his age who wants to grow closer to Jesus?

Williams says he became a Christian at 14 and shares John 17 as a favorite passage. Rae says he came to faith at 16 and shares Zephaniah 3:17. Williams encourages the listener to pray daily for the fruit of the Spirit, while Rae recommends admitting when an answer is unknown and then looking for it.

The Most Misunderstood Chapter in Revelation (with Alan Hultberg)

Q: Why is the topic of the Millennium so hotly contested? Like what's at stake with this theological issue?

The views differ over what Christ's reign entails and whether the church should seek political submission to Christ now or await an earthly reign after his return. Those differences shape expectations for the church's mission and engagement with culture.

Weekly Cultural Update: Televised Execution of Fort Hood Shooter; Screens and Youth Mental Health; A New Wave of Feminism; AI Wins Literary Prize

Q: Was Elisha really that sensitive about his hair? Or is there something else going on here?

Sean McDowell and Scott Rae explain that the taunts were directed at Elisha's status as God's prophet and echoed the command to 'go up' in reference to Elijah's ascent. They also note that the Hebrew phrase refers to young men, not small children.

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A weekly program offering a biblically grounded lens on culture, current events, and ethics, often featuring Biola University scholars and theologians as guests. Discussions span religious liberty, morality, technology, politics, and philosophy, with a steady emphasis on civil, thoughtful engagement and a winsome tone. Notable is the blend of rigorous academic insight with accessible, pastoral applicability, and recurring explorations of how to think biblically about contemporary issues. This mix makes it relevant for listeners who want ethical clarity, robust dialogue, and practical guidance for engaging culture with faith.

Potential listeners can expect thoughtful conversations that challenge assumptions while prioritizing humility, bibl... more

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