The Theological Lens

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan addresses the controversy over the proposed amendment to the Southern Baptist Convention's constitution, and the potential errors that Christians can make considering the role of women in the church and the broader ministry applications.

In this episode of The Theological Lens, we take a close, thoughtful look at the rising wave of high-profile celebrity conversions to Christianity—stories that have captured public attention and stirred both hope and skepticism. From comedians and tattoo artists to influencers and adult-industry figures, these testimonies are reshaping conversations about faith in unexpected places. We explore why...

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan describes Jaden Ivey's release from the Bulls and the FACE act report that dropped this week describing the weaponization of the Biden Administration against religious pro-life advocates. Using I Peter 2, she explains a biblical response to hostility regarding our faith.

Western educational models can keep kids seated for the majority of the day in passive learning exercises. Dr. Buchanan explores the downsides to this and calls for adults to stand up and create the necessary change for the welfare of children.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan discusses the devastation of infertility and its impacts on those who struggle with it.

Where childhood should be a time of naivety and innocence, Dr. Lynelle Buchanan discusses current cultural trends that are forcing children to interact with mature content and explore sexual topics.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan explores 6 cultural dynamics that are increasing anxiety in children, considering them through a Scriptural Lens.

Dr. Buchanan explains the scandals and criticisms surrounding WPATH's Standards of Care for Gender Dysphoric children and adolescents with a heavy critique for adults who seem to be whimsically innovating unproven treatments at the expense of the vulnerable.

Dr. Buchanan discusses the third topic in a series on disagreements within the Biblical Counseling community, this time, discussing the tendency that some have to assume that suffering must be caused by personal sin.

Dr. Buchanan discusses some exciting headlines from this week that mark and portend significant changes in how medical and mental health professionals deal with minors who are experiencing gender dysphoria.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan discusses the controversy over trauma and trauma-informed care in the Biblical Counseling community. Dr. Bob Kellemans article:  https://rpmministries.org/2025/12/anti-trauma/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPolDtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEepNRvA_os0QIgFZCviLlZS-yP8rLtcDP2FyANAwtfdKuX-aZZM8xqB3jujKw_aem_QVIe9J2qWfPfgRixL2LuNw   Dale Johnson's podcast with Francine...

Dr. Buchanan describes the current state of conflict in the Biblical Counseling community, specifically addressing the essay by Heath Lambert entitled "Priests in the Garden, Zombies in the Wilderness, and Prophets on the Wall: The Current State of the Contemporary Biblical Counseling Movement": https://fbcjax.com/first-thoughts/priests-in-the-garden-zombies-in-the-wilderness-and-prophets-on-the-w...

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan issues a long-overdue apology to Dr. Rembert Byrd Carter and shares how some Christmas art helps to center her worship during the busy holiday season.

Dr. Buchanan looks at the top most-streamed Christmas songs, and then Grok's ranking of the most influential carols. In the process, she discusses Skillet's controversial version of "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel".

As part of celebrating the Christmas season, Dr. Buchanan considers how the Biblical feasts should inform our work to center our hearts on Christ during the month of December.

Dr. Buchanan shares her heart as she teaches through Isaiah 40:27-31. It is a message of hope for those who are experiencing a winter of difficulty.

Dr. Buchanan interviews her son, Matthew Buchanan, who is a Director of Worship at Willo-Hill Baptist Church in Mentor, OH. He shares his perspective on uniting the people of God to glorify the Lord together through music. Matthew also wrote the music that is used on the channel.

Dr. Buchanan shares her philosophy of music beginning with her formative years in conservative environments to developing an appreciation for Contemporary Christian Music.

Dr. Buchanan points to the subtle and sometimes unrecognized power of music to affect our thinking and emotional experience.

Dr. Buchanan unpacks changes in the Big Five Personality dynamics and how they are shifting across generations with a special emphasis on how these changes are impacting the youngest generations.

Dr. Buchanan dissects love languages and love needs. Throughout, she points to the One who helps meet our deepest needs.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan shares about cognitive processes, with a special warning about the dangers of rumination. Changing thinking patterns is hard, but she offers some specific steps towards conforming those thoughts to Christ.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan talks about the legacy of Voddie Baucham.

Dr. Lynelle Buchanan discusses the cultural moment surrounding Kirk's public murder, seeking a redemptive arc from a Biblical worldview.

Dr. Buchanan addresses some recent failures of the therapeutic model.