Gospelbound

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen and Cameron Cole discuss Cole's book Heavenward: How Eternity Can Change Your Life on Earth and how hope for an eternal future with Christ shapes everyday Christian life. Cole shares how the loss of his son led him to a deeper understanding of heaven, emphasizing Paul's eschatology and its practical impact on sanctification, mission, and living with a...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen and Jamie Dunlop discuss the challenges and beauty of diversity in churches, emphasizing unity in Christ. Drawing from his experience at Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Dunlop shares insights on managing disagreements within Christian community with patience, grace, and charity, as outlined in his book, Love the Ones Who Drive You Crazy . They discuss: C...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen interviews Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker about her journey from atheism to Christianity and how it shapes her work as a historian. They discuss: Historical figures and intellectual challenges that influenced her conversion The integration of faith into her academic work The challenges of teaching history in a secular context The role of historical narr...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen invites Mark Vroegop to discuss his book,  Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life.   They discuss: learning to wait well deepening our trust in God's timing and strengthening our faith our culture's aversion to waiting the importance of God's sovereignty in our "gap moments" Use code “ GOSPELBOUND ”...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen talks with Gavin Ortlund about his new book, What It Means to Be Protestant , which addresses the struggles of Protestants experiencing "ecclesial angst" and encourages those interested in Protestantism. They discuss: The influence of social media and podcasts on religious trends Understanding church history and its relation to current Protestant-Cath...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen talks with James Davison Hunter about his book, Democracy and Solidarity: On the Cultural Roots of America's Political Crisis, where Hunter argues that America's political crisis is rooted in cultural divisions rather than just political differences.  They discuss: how a loss of shared values has led to a lack of solidarity and the rise of identity po...

How can you be a Christian given the church’s record on race? How can you believe what the Bible says about sexuality when Christians have acted so hatefully? Questions like these have caused many to doubt and even deconstruct their faith. How can followers of Jesus help those who are deconstructing? How can we find help when we feel racked by doubt?  In this breakout session from TGCW24, Collin H...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen interviews David Brooks about his new book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen . They explore what it means to be an "illuminator" who helps people feel seen and significant and the need to cultivate a societal value for kindness and respect. They also discuss how personal suffering can foster empathy and streng...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and Dr. Allen Guelzo discuss Guelzo's book, Our Ancient Faith: Lincoln, Democracy, and the American Experiment . As they examine the historical parallels between the challenges facing democracy during Abraham Lincoln's presidency and today, they emphasize the importance of understanding historical contexts to better appreciate and uphold democratic val...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen talks to Steve Preston about how Preston's Christian faith has influenced his leadership and community service, particularly at Goodwill Industries where he serves as President and CEO. Preston is committed to addressing poverty and providing opportunities to strengthen communities through social enterprise, and his experience demonstrates how faith ca...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and George Marsden discuss Marsden's book, An Infinite Fountain of Light: Jonathan Edwards for the 21st Century . They highlight the relevance of Edwards's theology for modern times, exploring his view of the universe as an expression of God's love and the beauty of Christ's sacrificial love. They also discuss Edwards's greatest sermons, changes in his...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and Claude Atcho discuss the relevance of the Samaritan woman's encounter with Jesus (John 4) for Christian witness in contemporary society. Atcho emphasizes the power of personal transformation through Jesus Christ as foundational to effective apologetics, advocating for sharing one's genuine experiences with Christ as a bridge to engaging a skeptical...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and Melissa Kruger offer hope and encouragement to parents as they discuss the challenges of Christian parenting in a secular age. They explore the importance of grounding parenting in the gospel, emphasizing the need for hope, trust in God's purposes, and the application of grace. The conversation also covers the role of community and the impact of di...

Collin Hansen and Irwyn Ince discuss Ince's book, Hope Ain't a Hustle , exploring how our hope in Christ impacts faithful living amid cultural and societal challenges, suffering, and injustice. They delve into the critical roles of Scripture, gathered worship, and community in sustaining our hope, and they highlight the importance of daily disciplines in cultivating our anticipation of God's victo...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and Samuel James examine the profound ways smartphones have reshaped our culture and devotional practices. They discuss James's new book, Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age , and the necessity of biblical wisdom in an era dominated by digital narratives. Hansen and James also explore the influence of technology on identi...

In this episode of Gospelbound , Collin Hansen and Jeremy Treat discuss Treat's new book, The Atonement: An Introduction , exploring how the cross of Christ defies worldly expectations and fulfills humanity's deepest desires. They discuss the inseparable link between the cross and the kingdom, the dynamics of the Trinity in the work of salvation, and how Christ's crucifixion addresses both our gui...

Collin Hansen and Jonathan Leeman discuss the complex nature of authority within both the church and broader society, highlighting its significance for protection and flourishing, while also addressing the challenges it presents in today's world. They draw on Leeman's book, Authority: How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing , to discuss how g...

You probably consider yourself a Christian, if you listen to this podcast. But I can bet that you have questions about Christianity. You might even doubt aspects of Christianity. If not, then you definitely know someone who does. And maybe you’ll want to share this podcast with them. Whether you’ve believed for as long as you can remember, or you’re doubting right now, it can be comforting to know...

In this episode of Gospelbound, Collin Hansen and Brad Wilcox discuss Wilcox's new book, Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization. They delve into the topic of the role of churches in reinforcing the values and virtues of good families, the modern priority on money and free time, and the two-parent privilege, among other subjects. Use code “ GOS...

Join Collin Hansen and Melissa Kruger for their annual discussion as they look back on the most impactful stories of 2023. They'll also share projects they're working on, books they're reading, and what they're each looking forward to in ministry and life in 2024. Episode time stamps: Tim Keller's legacy and impact on the church (0:00) Women in ministry in the Southern Baptist Convention (4:57) De...

The birth of Christ from Mary's womb assured justice for the world. Collin Hansen reflects on the hope this gives us at Christmastime. Read the full meditation transcript, here .  Use code “ GOSPELBOUND ” for 25% off tuition.  Learn more at downlinememphis.com/virtual-institute or email info@downlineministries.com for group pricing and discounts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

What if the best way to defend our faith can be found by visiting premodern North Africa? That’s the premise of the latest book by the dynamic apologetics duo of Josh Chatraw and Mark Allen. It’s called The Augustine Way: Retrieving a Vision for the Church’s Apologetic Witness , published by Baker Academic. This is a special episode of Gospelbound. I normally record remotely from my office at Bees...

If you know Justin Brierley, it’s probably for the debates and interviews he hosted for many years with the Unbelievable? radio show and podcast. He interviewed some of the most outspoken atheist critics of Christianity and convened some of the most intense debates of recent memory. During that time, however, Justin noticed a shift. The conversations changed in tone and substance—dramatically so....

“Jesus hears and cares about the things that make your heart heavy and your cheeks wet.” That was perhaps the most moving line in Alistair Begg’s new book, The Christian Manifesto: Jesus’ Life-Changing Words from the Sermon on the Plain , published by The Good Book Company. It’s a challenging book. It’s a sensible book. It’s a book about how we approach the world, how we engage the culture in trut...

There’s one big idea at the heart of Andrew Wilson’s remarkable new book, Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West , published by Crossway. He argues that more than any other year in the last millennium—the last 1,000 years—1776 made us who we are today in the West. I suppose many American listeners now are thinking, Of course! The Declaration of Independence! Ron Swanson says...