Orthodoxy

In this episode, I got to talk with Dr. Christopher Yuan. Dr. Yuan is a scholar, author, and the founder of the Holy Sexuality Project . Christopher tells his testimony about how he went from being a gay, drug dealing convict, in prison for the possession of 9.1 tons of marijuana to repenting of his sins and following Christ. Dr. Yuan has taught at Moody Bible Institute for 12 years and has a doct...

In this episode, I got to sit down with the Professor of Faith and Culture at Union University, Dr. Hal Poe, and the Co-Director of the Wade Center in Wheaton, IL, Dr. David C. Downing. We talked about why it’s important for Christians to write fantasy stories, what inspired C.S. Lewis to write the Chronicles of Narnia, and the relationship between intellectual thinkers and creative artists. Dr. H...

In this episode, Andy talks with the Associate Professor of Church History and Theology at Covenant College about the early church, the apostles creed, how the books of the Bible were chosen, and the Great Schism. Clifton Ward is a Professor and has authored many academic books on church history, the church Fathers, and Christian intellectualism. This podcast focuses on the early church Apostles a...

In this episode, Andy talks with Brad Littlejohn. Brad is the Founder and former President of the Davenante Institute and is a fellow at Ethics and Public Policy Center . He has also taught at Moody Bible Institute, Bethlehem College and Seminary, and Patrick Henry College. Andy and Brad discuss his new book, Why Do Protestants Convert? , they talk about the psychological, theological, and sociolo...

In this episode, Nic and Andy discuss Chapter 6 of G.K. Chesterton’s book, Orthodoxy. They also discuss church structure, infallibility, doctrine, and Christian Orthodoxy. Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

In this episode, Andy interviews author, scholar, and theologian, Vern S. Poythress. They discuss Vern’s book, The Miracles of Jesus: How the Savior's Mighty Acts Serve as Signs of Redemption. Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

In this episode, Andy talks with the founder and CEO of Answers in Genesis , The Creation Museum , and the Ark Encounter , Ken Ham. They talk about about Biblical Authority and the validity of the Biblical text as it relates to our origin account in Genesis.  Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

Nic and Andy continue their conversation from last episode, answering questions sent in by a listener.  Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

We will answer the rest once Nic is back from his multi-million dollar vacation paid for by his million dollar church salary. Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

In this episode, Andy and Tom discuss intimacy with Christ.  Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

In this episode, Andy and Nic discuss chapter five of Chesterton's book; Orthodoxy. Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

In this episode, Andy talks with Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Bethlehem Seminary, Jared Compton, about Hebrews 6, falling away from salvation, and much more.   Jared’s Desiring God article on Hebrews 6 Verses on assurance of salvation Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

Nic and Andy discuss G.K. Chesterton’s book, Orthodoxy.    Doug Wilson on C.S. Lewis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAJcTNCx88I   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions! Music: "nesting" by...

I (Andy) debated for a couple of weeks on if I should release this episode. For some, it may make you angry (keep it to yourself) and for others, who are insane, it may be enjoyable. If you find yourself getting frustrated - please, pause the podcast and take a break. If you want to know the final results of the episode and not listen to it, here you go: I think Preston is a heretic. Nic does not....

Vince and Andy talk about when someone should leave their church. They also discuss the dangers of church hopping.   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions! Music: "nesting" by Birocratic ( h...

In this episode, Andy interviews a pastor from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI, Chris Dolson.   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@optivnetwork.com with your questions! Music: "nesting" by Birocratic ( http://birocratic...

In this episode, Andy and Rosaria Butterfield discuss her new book, Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age. They talk about transgenderism, homosexual orientation, and para church organizations.    Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https:...

In this interview, Andy talks with Gregory Koukl about his new book, Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges .   Gregory Koukl is an author and founder of Stand to Reason , an organization that trains Christians to think more clearly about their faith and to make an even-handed, incisive, yet gracious defense for classical Christianity and classical Christian va...

In this episode, Andy interviews Craig Blomberg, a New Testament scholar from Denver Theological Seminary and author of over 30 books including ‘ Can We Still Believe The Bible?: An Evangelical Engagement with Contemporary Questions ’ and ‘ Jesus and the Gospels '. They discuss greed, money, and idolatry. They also talk about sexual orientation, the NFL, and the Denver Nuggets. This was a wide-ran...

Andy interviews the Senior Pastor at The Bridge Church in Kentucky, Vince Pierre. They talk about what it means to be called into ministry and the responsibilities of a Pastor.    Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@opti...

Having truthful, honest, and open discussions has become a lost art in America. In this podcast Andy Schmitt will sitting down with different guests to do just that - have open, honest, and truthful discussions!   The Discussion with Andy Schmitt Go subscribe to The Paradox Press now! Follow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99

Nic and Andy break down the plot, purpose, and characters in C.S. Lewis’s first book, The Pilgrims Regress. At the end they discuss the first Republican general debate, foreign policy, and upcoming interviews.   I Had A Helicopter Mom, I Found Porn Anyway - The Free Press article   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.face...

Jill and Andy discuss what it looks like for Christians to identify anger in their life and how Christians should use or repent of their anger.    Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at questions@optivnetwork.com with your questions!...

In this episode Nic and Andy discuss Nic’s article on liberal and conservative Christianity.    The Article: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/p/is-true-christianity-liberal-or-conservative   Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.substack.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetwork Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetwork Email us at qu...

In this episode, Andy and Nic interview Samuel Gregg. Dr. Samuel Gregg is an affiliate scholar at the Acton Institute, and serves as the Distinguished Fellow in Political Economy and Senior Research Faculty at the American Institute for Economic Research. He has a D.Phil. in moral philosophy and political economy from Oxford University, and an M.A. in political philosophy from the University of Me...