Christ and Culture

We begin today’s episode with a call to pray for Ukraine. After that, Dr. Felicia Wu Song joins us to discuss her new book 'Restless Devices.' Finally, Dr. Benjamin Quinn tells us what he’s reading right now. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: http://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give

In today’s episode, Jordan Steffaniak of The London Lyceum has a candid conversation with Benjamin Quinn about gender, sex, and what the Bible teaches about these topics. Plus, Ken Keathley talks about Presidents Day, and David W. Jones tells you what he’s reading right now. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: http://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give

“How do I know if I’m called?” This simple listener question inspired a lively conversation between Drs. Ken Keathley and Benjamin Quinn calling, vocation, ministry, and more. Plus, we discuss our favorite black preachers and thinkers in honor of Black History Month, and Dr. Ben Holloway recommends a book on the imagination. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Fait...

Drs. David W. Jones and Ben Holloway discuss Peter Singer, “pet parents,” end-of-life decisions, and the eternal and inherent value of human life. Yep, it’s a doozy. Plus, Dr. Keathley answers a listener question on theological liberalism, and Eddy Wu discusses the tension Asian believers feel at Chinese New Year. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Cultu...

God vs. science: Do you have to pick a side? David Hutchings and James C. Ungureanu tells the history of the supposed conflict between faith and science — and why it may not be a conflict at all. Plus, Dr. Keathley answers your questions, and Jordan Steffaniak discusses his “antidote to deconstruction.” Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: http://...

The opioid crisis has ravaged the country in the past decade, and it’s only gotten worse during the pandemic. Dr. Andrea Clements joins us to help us understand the scope of the problem and identify potential solutions. Plus, Dr. Keathley answers your questions and tells you what’s on his bookshelf right now. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: h...

For pastor and author Gavin Ortlund, deconstruction “really is personal.” In our conversation, he explains why and explores why God really does make sense. Plus, Dr. Keathley discusses the value of every human life, and he tells you what’s on his bookshelf right now. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: http://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give

To celebrate Christmas, Scott Hildreth and Ronjour Locke join us to discuss the exclusivity of the gospel and what it means for our everyday lives. Plus, Dr. Ken Keathley settles the debate about the best Christmas movie of all time, and Center for Faith and Culture staff members share their favorite Christmas traditions. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith a...

Creation is designed to change and adapt, argues scientist Brian Miller. Is this design evidence of a Designer? We discuss this, “natural genetic engineering,” and more. Plus, Dr. Ken Keathley offers ways to pray for the pro-life cause in light of the recent Supreme Court case, and Dr. Benjamin Quinn recommends a book from Karen Swallow Prior. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of...

Dr. Stefana Dan Laing talks to us about significant women in church history — women like Perpetua, Felicitas, Macrina, and Melania — and what we can learn from their stories. Plus, Dr. Keathley tells us what he’s reading right now, and we share some exciting news about our upcoming conference. Learn more: http://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center for Faith and Culture: http://cfc.sebts....

The inerrancy and sufficiency of Scripture are critical and often contested biblical doctrines. To help us understand these doctrines and apply them to our lives, we welcome Drs. Keith Whitfield and Sam Williams in the first installment of a new monthly roundtable conversation. Plus, in our concluding segment, Doug Ponder urges us to “Make Thanksgiving Great Again.”

We regularly address the topic of human origins here at the Center for Faith and Culture. Today, Dr. Joshua Swamidass joins us to discuss his unique approach to creation, evolution, and human origins, as described in his book The Genealogical Adam and Eve. While many of our listeners may not agree with all of Dr. Swamidass’ perspective, Dr. Keathley also explains how we can have fruitful conversat...

November is Adoption Awareness Month, and adoption advocate Brittany Salmon joins us to discuss the joys and hardships of adoption. Plus, Dr. Keathley explains why Christians should steward their responsibility to vote, and Jeremy Bell shares tips for Veterans Day.

Dr. Mark Liederbach joins us to discuss all kinds of ethical hot topics — from abortion and in vitro fertilization to mask mandates and political idolatries. You can learn more in his new book, Ethics as Worship. Plus, Dr. Quinn comments on the shortage of workers in the American workforce, and we answer another of your questions.

Some Christians celebrate Halloween, others don't, and still others participate in church alternatives like fall festivals or trunk or treats. How should you think about Halloween? Dr. George Robinson joins us to argue that “all good Christians should celebrate Halloween” — listen in to understand what he means. Plus, Dr. Keathley explains how we can pray for the hostages in Haiti, and Drs. Keathl...

Ken Keathley and Benjamin Quinn: What Is Culture Anyway? - EP47 by Christ and Culture

If you’re a pastor, leader, or parent, you’re probably accustomed to dealing with threats and challenges from one direction. But can this one-sided focus leave you vulnerable to threats from the other direction? Trevin Wax says yes. We talk to him about his new book The Multi-Directional Leader: Responding Wisely to Challenges from Every Side. Plus, Drs. Keathley and Quinn reflect on the idolatry...

Thousands of voices fight for our attention every day, including everything from cat videos and clickbait to cable news and cultural commentary. How should a Christian engage media? Is there a distinctly Christian way to consume the news? Dr. Jeffrey Bilbro joins us to discuss his book, Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News. Plus, Drs. Keathley and Quinn reflect on ho...

Western culture is rapidly changing. Gay marriage is legal and celebrated; transgenderism is on the rise; one’s pronouns are now up for debate. How did we get here? Dr. Carl Trueman joins us to answer this question and discuss his new book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self. Plus Drs. Keathley and Quinn answer your questions about the mark of the beast and theological triage.

The movement to legalize marijuana is gaining steam, and it’s causing Christians to rethink long-held assumptions. How should you think about marijuana and the cannabis plant? Dr. Todd Miles joins us to discuss his new book, Cannabis and the Christian. Plus Drs. Keathley and Quinn discuss the Texas heartbeat bill, and Nathaniel Williams concludes with a segment on Constitution Day.

What does faith have to do with mental health? Dr. Kristin Kellen is an assistant professor of biblical counseling, and she joins us to explain what’s behind rising rates of anxiety and depression and how we should respond. Plus, in our segment, “In the News,” Drs. Keathley and Quinn help us think wisely about the 20th anniversary of September 11, and in “On My Bookshelf” Dr. Quinn recommends a cl...

COVID has returned with a vengeance, and so have debates about vaccines, masks, and other COVID precautions. Today we talk to Dr. Lori Langdon, an accomplished pediatrician and faithful Christian, to hear her take on these contentious topics. In a new segment, “In the News,” Dr. Keathley shares how you can pray for and serve Hurricane Ida’s victims, and in “Ask the Docs” Drs. Keathley and Quinn di...

What’s really going on in Afghanistan? Could the outcome have been different, and were 20 years of sacrifices worth it? Dr. Jeff Struecker, a US Army Ranger Hall of Famer, had 9 combat deployments to Afghanistan. He shares about his experiences and prayers for the region. Plus, we debut a new segment called “On My Bookshelf” in which Dr. Keathley recommends “quite a remarkable book.” (Read more of...

What is the connection between creation and redemption? On today's episode Dr. Alister McGrath discusses the importance of seeing the bigger picture amidst the trees of scientific discovery and expounds on his recent lecture "Creation, Redemption, and Wonder: Reflections on Theological Motivations for the Care of Creation," presented during our Goodness of Creation and Human Responsibility Confere...

Dr. Ant Greenham grew up during apartheid in South Africa. In today’s episode he shares about his life in South Africa, conversion experience, work in the military, and calling to serve.