The Freethinking Podcasts

In this episode Josh breaks down Project 2025, a new Kamala Harris ad that promotes Project 2025 as "dangerous" and also... what does it REALLY mean to be pro-life and how do we reconcile this in today's political climate? Operation Christmas Child Links: https://samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/ https://www.youtube.com/@SamaritansPurseVideo/playlists Evergreen Dance interv...

Season 2 of FTMonthly is here and Josh Klein comes out swinging! In this episode we ask... Which Way Christian? We look at the differences between Russell Brand's transformation and Progressive Theology's transformation of the church that leads to.... the Olympics. NOTES: Russell Brand Journey:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellbrand/   Source Videos: https://youtu.be/uE6E15MzKgU?si=Ac...

Coach Ron Brown joins Josh Klein to discuss race, America's racial past, and how the Christian should move forward in a time when the topic is becoming more toxic and divisive by the day. Is race a gospel issue? And if so... how do we cut through the noise and present the gospel clearly so we don't lose sight of the main thing? Catch Coach Ron Brown's other materials at: https://kingdomsports.onli...

Donald Trump was nearly assassinated, what are some factors that led to this and some security breaches that were made? Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they converse with The Faithiest Atheist (Richard Suttles) about what went down and how we should respond.   Faithiest Atheist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FaithiestAtheist

Do the gospel's contain contradictions? If they do, does that mean they are full of errors? Join Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they interview Michael Licona on his new book Jesus Contradicted. Dr. Michael R. Licona joins Dr. Timothy Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss his most recent book, Jesus Contradicted. Why the gospels tell the same story differently. But not EVERYONE is a fan of this book.....

Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Alycia Wood of Apologetics Inc. to discuss the T in LGBT and how to address it as Christians and within the culture at large. Follow Alycia's Work at Apologetics Inc: https://apologetics.org/alycia-wood/ Twitter: https://x.com/AlyciaWood88 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyciaWood88 Alycia Wood on Intersex: https://apologetics.org/what-is-intersex-...

In our first LIVE FTMonthly we have been thrown a wrench, instead of addressing the Pope and a Pride Month nature show we discuss the most recent in our unfortunate political landscape... Josh is joined by Dr. Tim Stratton and a lawyer (who has never voted for Trump) to analyze the most recent Trump legal verdict in a hush money case in New York City... The case is seedy, disturbing and despicable...

Tim and Josh are joined by Kurt Jaros to explore the recent blow up concerning a commencement speech delivered by Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker at St. Benedictine College in the spring of 2024. Did Butker outkick his coverage? Were the things he said sexist, homophobic, and misogynistic? How should Christians think of the topics Butker covered and what do we say to those offended by hi...

The Stronger Men's Conference Saga continues and Josh Klein is here to break it all down for you. Which side is in the right? Who should repent? And what the heck is going on? Josh does a deep dive and has some conclusions... See the time stamped video for previous discussion on the saga: https://www.youtube.com/live/sX3QR0Eno9I?si=73OrbSh4A5RKicdi&t=3223 Notes: John Lindell: https://www.dontperis...

Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they tackle recent arguments made against Dr. Stratton's "Alien Gospel" video with Phil Bair and as they look at cultural issues across the spectrum... from Red Heifer and End Times, to the war in Israel and even tackling Mark Driscoll and the stripper controversy... And doing all of this LIVE! We'll answer questions and comments too! Links Discussed: Mark D...

One of my favorite arguments for the existence of God is the moral argument. To say that the moral argument has caused a stir in the waters of philosophy would be a gross understatement. The syllogism has made such an impact that committed atheists debate amongst themselves as to which premise they ought to reject. The popular version of the moral argument can be formulated like this: If God does...

In this episode Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss some objections and reactions to a recent article released on  @FreethinkingMinistries  website called A Moral Obligation to Vote for an Immoral Candidate. Check out the article: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immoral-candidate/ Shenvi Blog debate with Mason: https://shenviapologetics.com/dialogue-with-bradly...

On this episode Josh dives into Trump's Bible campaign, an apologetic from the Cross and whether or not the phrase Christ is King is anti-Semitic. For the main thing he tackles the Red Pill culture's logic concerning marriage and how we as Christian ought to respond. Notes: Moral Obligation to vote for an Immoral Candidate: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immor...

In this episode Dr. Tim Stratton gives the talk he gave at the 2023 Evangelcial Philosophical Society. In this presentation Tim delivers a knock down argument considering reason for Libertarian Free Will and why this entails that there is a God.

In this episode, together with Dr. John DePoe, we explore the relationship between rationality and libertarian freedom. Can rationality fully flourish in the absence of libertarian freedom? Is freedom an essential catalyst for logical thinking and informed decision-making? We will address fundamental questions about the human mind and libertarian freedom. In addition, we'll answer some objections...

In this episode of FTMonthly I (Josh Klein) am joined by the founder of FreeThinking Ministries, Dr. Tim Stratton, as we break down Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's appearance in Omaha, Nebraska on his upcoming book We Who Wrestle with God. We analyze the evening, ask questions about Jordan's faith and interpretation of scripture as well as his diagnosis of culture and more. Notes: We Who Wrestle With God...

Alistair Begg recently made evangelical headlines with some advice he gave to a grandmother on attending her grandson's wedding to a transgender person. The response has been mixed to say the least. Some supporting, others condemning, but it seems we've lost the ability to disagree and hash out why we disagree in the evangelical realm. In this episode Josh invites Brady Cone on to discuss the Begg...

In this episode we interview Doctors Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer on their recent work Critical Dilemma. Critical Dilemma is an important work tackling the problems of Contemporary Critical Theory with a biblical perspective. In this interview Neil and Pat (authors of Critical Dilemma) outline the case against Critical Theory, some interesting ideas on the way forward and the importance of the book...

There's been a lot of commentary on a specific Super Bowl commercial from a group called He Gets Us - but what do we make of this? Josh Klein of FreeThinking ministries adds his perspective to the fray. Notes: He Gets Us Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94BqlDQ-Ppo McDowell and Stetzer Interview: https://youtu.be/lpD9up9XHPY?si=F3i2U9yix-_N9lDr He Gets Us Article: https://hegetsus.com/en/articl...

In this month's (December) episode we update the numbers for Give Where You Live (THANK YOU!), talk about the New Year and... what does CRT have to do with a recent response I got on Facebook? Also - how can the arts, like Dance help with evangelism and apologetics. I have a fantastic interview you will not want to miss. Donate to FTM (be sure to put Josh in comments): https://kearneyfoundation.fc...

This episode of FTMonthly focuses on Give Where You Live and how FreeThinking Ministries can exist and our mission. We also look at Porn Hub's scandal and why Porn should be illegal as well as a prominent atheist turning to Christ! For our Main Thing, Brady Cone of   @CalibrateConversations  joins Josh to discuss the damage of tacitly endorsing affirmation theology. Ayaan Hirsi Ali article: https:...

In this month's episode we explore the moral equivalence being pushed on the Israeli-Hamas conflict, Andy Stanley's equivocation on biblical sexuality, whether celebrating Halloween is a sin and special guest Tim Stratton joins us to discuss his supposed vendetta against Calvinism. Links: Andy Stanley Links Josh Klein on Andy Stanley: https://freethinkingministries.com/the-curious-case-of-andy-sta...

On this episode we dive into new Tim Ballard accusations and take on  @JustPearlyThings  and  @DailyWirePlus  on marriage. We also explore whether or not men really do think so much about the Roman Empire and we take a look at normalizing mental illness or maybe even demon possession.   Notes: Tim's talk at [un]apologetic conference: https://youtu.be/L-m5Wcv93l8?si=D5OuSrp-e9rGq9a7 In Defense of M...

In this episode we look at the Church's preparation for our cultural future, aliens, a post-Christian culture and... Deconstruction that leads to progressivism.  Links: Jessica's Story: https://youtu.be/ZRnaG9y5wK8?si=foLy5d0apSt5nhRg What if Aliens are Real (Tim Stratton): https://freethinkingministries.com/what-if-aliens-exist/ Do 60% of Christians between the ages of 18-40 believe Jesus is not...

On this episode we cover a letter about Christianity and its supposed "evils", recent Supreme Court decisions and how to think about them biblically as well as a foray into Trans ideology, analyzing an interview, and... Shiny Happy People. Notes: Contact Us: https://freethinkingministries.com/contact/ Rescuing Hell: https://freethinkingministries.com/rescuing-hell/ Turek's Book - Correct not Polit...