Think Well

I joined Javier Perdomo just a few days ago to discuss the historical case for the resurrection of Jesus. Now I want to hear your questions and objections. Did Jesus really rise from the dead? What about hallucinations, legendary development, the empty tomb, Jesus’ burial, apparent contradictions in the Gospel accounts, or the possibility that miracles simply can’t happen? Bring your questions, ch...

Jesus told Thomas, “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (John 20:29). Does that mean Jesus praises people for believing without empirical evidence? In this video, I respond to this objection and look at John 20 in context. What exactly had Thomas “seen”? And why does John immediately follow this statement by explaining that Jesus' signs were written down “so that you may...

Hebrews 11:1 says faith is “the assurance of things hoped for” and “the conviction of things not seen.” But does “not seen” mean “without evidence”?In this video, I respond to the claim that Hebrews defines faith as belief without evidence. We’ll look at Hebrews 11 in context and see how the author describes faith through Noah, Abraham, Sarah, and others, and why biblical faith is better understoo...

Does truth still matter in a culture increasingly shaped by relativism, social media, and competing ideas about reality? Dr. Douglas Groothuis joins me to discuss his new book, Taking Back Truth. We explore what truth is, how our culture lost it, why people may no longer care about pursuing it, and how Christians can become better thinkers and truth seekers. Dr. Goothuis is a distinguished researc...

Is God's existence logically impossible? A skeptic recently challenged me with an argument claiming that an all-powerful, all-knowing God cannot exist. In this livestream, I break down the argument, examine whether it actually violates the laws of logic, and discuss what it means for God to be omniscient. Do you want to be a future guest on the show? If you’d like to challenge an idea, push ba...

Can Christians actually know that Christianity is true, or is faith just a matter of belief? Dr. Timothy Pickavance joins me to discuss what knowledge is, how we can have it, and why knowledge matters for the Christian life. We also explore the false divide between the head and the heart and why truly knowing God is essential to loving him. Dr. Pickavance is Academic Dean and Professor of Philosop...

Did Christianity shape the modern West, or have Christian apologists overstated its historical influence? Join me for a thoughtful conversation with historian Dr. Michael Granado as we discuss Christianity, modern science, Western values, and the evidence behind these competing historical narratives. Do you want to be a future guest on the show? If you’d like to challenge an idea, push back on an...

Today's guest identifies as a gnostic, panentheist, and panpsychist. Although he recently started attending a Christian church, he still has questions about Christianity and the resurrection. In this live conversation, he'll lead the discussion by asking his biggest questions as we explore whether Christianity truly matches reality. Do you want to be a future guest on the show? If you’d li...

Does objective morality exist? Can atheism explain meaning and morality? In this Christian and atheist conversation, we discuss objective morality, the meaning of life, and whether God is necessary for purpose, ethics, and human flourishing. Share your thoughts in the comments! Do you want to be a future guest on the show? If you’d like to challenge an idea, push back on an argument, ask difficult...

This is the first of what I hope will be many conversations between people who disagree but want to think well about important questions and ideas. My guest, Ruben, joins the show to discuss foundational questions that often shape debates about God, religion, and worldview: What is evidence? What is truth? What is reason? And what makes something reasonable? Do you want to be a future guest on the...

Do you think the pro-life view is wrong? Have an objection, argument, or question? Call in and let's discuss it on the show. My goal is not to shout people down, but to have thoughtful, honest conversations about one of the most important issues in our culture. Whether you’re pro-choice, pro-life, undecided, or just curious, you’re welcome to join the discussion. Want to challenge an idea, pus...

Can reason exist apart from God? Are the laws of logic simply human inventions, or do they point beyond themselves to something deeper? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Vern Poythress to discuss his book, Redeeming Reason, and explore why human reasoning ultimately points to God. Dr. Vern Poythress (PhD, Harvard University, ThD, University of Stellenbosch) is Distinguished Professor of New Tes...

Does the Bible promote slavery? It’s one of the most common objections to Christianity, and one of the most misunderstood. In this livestream, I examine slavery in the Bible, key passages, and the historical context of Old Testament and New Testament slavery. Does regulation mean endorsement? Or is there something deeper going on? Join the conversation and call in to challenge the argument live. W...

There are some strange and confusing passages in the Old Testament. Why did God ban the eating of shrimp or boiling a goat in its mother's milk? Weren't there more important things to focus on? In this livestream, we take a closer look at some of the strangest passages in the Old Testament. If you've ever wondered how to make sense of these verses, this conversation is for you. We are...

Are we focusing on the wrong things when we share the gospel? What did Jesus teach his followers and the church? In this episode, Dr. Iain Duguid explores Acts 1–8 to show how even Jesus’ first followers misunderstood His mission. Learn how the early church found boldness through the Holy Spirit and what it means for us today. Dr. Iain Duguid (PhD, University of Cambridge) is professor of Old Test...

The Old Testament contains commands that can feel strange, confusing, and even troubling. No pork, mixed fabric, or shrimp. In this livestream (Part 5 of our virtual book study through "How Not to Read the Bible", we explore some of the difficult and surprising passages without rushing to easy answers. These questions matter, and understanding them is key to reading the Bible well. We ar...

The Kalam Cosmological Argument is one of the most popular arguments for the existence of God. Is it a good argument? In this live call-in debate, I’ll be defending the Kalam Cosmological Argument as evidence for God and inviting skeptics to call in with their objections. Bring your questions, pushback, and best arguments! Register for a Summit Ministries summer conference before March 31st and us...

Have you ever heard someone say, “Never read a Bible verse”? It sounds strange, but it points to an important truth: every verse of Scripture is part of a much bigger story. In the virtual book study this week, we’ll explore the Bible’s six-act storyline and see how understanding the larger context helps us interpret individual verses faithfully. We are discussing chapter 3 of Dan Kimball's bo...

A lot of people are troubled by the Bible and have a lot of questions. Sometimes, Scripture itself seems to act as an obstacle to faith. The authors of "Is It Really The Good Book?" face these questions head-on in a quest to understand and appreciate the Bible better. What they discovered is that assumptions matter when it comes to the bible, and this show will identify and respond to th...

Join me for a live call-in debate as skeptics and believers discuss a central claim to the Christian faith. Disagree respectfully, think deeply, and call in live. Register for a Summit Ministries summer conference before March 31st and use the discount code THINKWELL26 to save $500! - https://www.summit.org/promotions/think-well/Ryan's InfoWebsite: https://think-well.org/Email Updates: http://...

Before criticizing or applying the Bible to your life, it's important to make sure you're properly understanding it. The problem is that most people commit simple Bible-reading mistakes. Today's show will look at 2 facts about how to and how not to read the Bible. We are discussing chapter 2 of Dan Kimball's book, "How (Not) To Read The Bible." Come join the conversation...

Many online memes criticizing the Bible are confusing or persuasive because we have learned how (not) to read the Bible. Are you willing to look beyond the visual image and explore beyond a literal, out-of-context reading of a verse? If so, you'll discover that the Bible is not "sheer nonsense."We are discussing chapter 1 of Dan Kimball's book, "How (Not) To Read The Bible.&...

"Pastors and church leaders regularly encourage us to read our Bibles. Yet here is the great irony. It was reading the Bible that caused this student—and an increasing number of others like him today—to leave Christianity."What do you do when you read new parts of the Bible and encounter disturbing things? Do you dismiss them, make sense of them, or do they lead you to doubt Christianity...

This is the final livestream debate of 2025, so I am opening up the topic to any objections against Christianity. There are no off-limit questions. Skeptics, seekers, and Christians are all welcome to call in and ask questions about God, the Bible, science, morality, or anything else. Join the conversation, bring your best questions, and let's have a thoughtful, honest dialogue about what'...

"There is now a social cost to being a Christian in many of America's most elite sectors."Today's show will look at hostility and persecution as we walk through chapter 10 of Andrew and Christian Walker's new book, "What Do I Say When...?: A Parents' Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children & Teens." The hope is to explore the shifting culture and how...