Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

This week, we have an excerpt of a recent event that Sean participated in with atheist journalist Adam Davidson. The two dialogued about their perspectives on issues like cancel culture, perceptions of evangelicals, and the importance of civil discourse. Highlighting areas of both agreement and disagreement, this episode demonstrates the value of thoughtful dialogue between differing worldviews. T...

What are the essential truths of the Christian faith? How do we know they are true, and how do we live them out in relationships? In this episode, Scott interviews Sean about his recent book 12 Crucial Truths of the Christian Faith . They discuss the core issues of Christianity, how we know they are true, and why they matter for our relationship with God and others. ========== Think Biblically: Co...

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Current struggles and internal conflicts within the pro-life movement after the Dobbs decision Implications of a New York bill that could impact private and religious schools' policies on gender expression The rise of anti-Semitism on elite university campuses and its  effects on Jewish students Incident involving Venezuelan migrants in Texas and its impac...

Why is it so important that we reclaim the historic Christian faith in a culture dominated by individualism and identity politics? Join Sean for an interview with Carl Trueman, as they discuss how believers can use the traditional creeds to evaluate modern cultural questions. Carl's new book is Crisis of Confidence: Reclaiming the Historic Faith in a Culture Consumed with Individualism and Id...

This week, Sean and Scott discuss:  Louisiana mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments , sparking legal debates and opposition. A federal judge in Kentucky blocks Biden's Title IX rules , arguing gender identity and sex are distinct. The U.S. Surgeon General advocates for warning labels on social media to protect adolescents' mental health. Listener question: Navigating se...

Why do conversations today so often descend into unhealthy arguments and cancellation? Is it possible to have meaningful, positive conversations on difficult topics with people who see the world differently? And if so, how do we do it? Sean talks with Tim Muehlhoff, Biola communications professor, about these questions and more. They discuss their latest co-written book End the Stalemate and offer...

This week, Sean & Scott discuss:  Canada's Online Harms Act : Potentially draconian free speech restrictions and the debate on its implications for political activism and public discourse. Compassionate Transfer in IVF : Addressing the moral dilemma of excess embryos through a controversial medical procedure aimed at unsuccessful pregnancies. Toxic Masculinity and Boys : Exploring the cul...

What does it mean to be an evangelical? What do non-Christians think about the evangelical movement? Is it a movement worth saving? These are some of the questions Sean discusses with our guest Thomas Kidd, Research Professor of Church History at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. They briefly discuss the history of the evangelical movement and its core beliefs. Whether you are part of an ev...

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: AI and Virtual Companions : Discussion on potential radical changes in AI, with OpenAI and Apple possibly announcing a partnership to integrate advanced virtual companions into devices. Sports Gambling : Examination of the impact of legalized sports betting on the integrity of professional sports and the pressures it places on athletes. Fidelity Month : Introdu...

What is cancel culture and why has it burst on the scene so dramatically the past few years? How can Christians best navigate our current cultural moment of canceling people with whom we disagree? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss the recent book The Cancelling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott. You can also find this discussion on video through the Biola YouTube chann...

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Marijuana has Surpassed Alcohol as the Most Frequently Used Drug How Hamas Refers to Female Captives  The Non-Religous May Have Stopped Growing in Number Listener Question: How Can I be a Fulfilled Christian if I Can't Have a Family Listener Question: Should I publish Christian Media if it will affect my carreer? ========== Think Biblically: Conversations on...

Jack Hollis is the executive VP of Toyota North America. He loves to say: "I work for Jesus, but get paid by Toyota." How does he lead such a successful business and yet live out his faith? What leadership principles has he learned from Jesus? In this interview, Sean talks with Jack about his journey to becoming a Christian, his story of becoming one of the key leaders within Toyota, and...

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Christian Ethics of Immigration AI in Dating Apps Nonconsensual Medical Examinations Listener Question: What determines the morality of our societies relational boundaries, like gay marriage? Listener Question: What should be most meaningful when we reflect back on life? Listener Question: What is the purpose of sex? ========== Think Biblically: Conversations on...

Although it may be surprising to some, having two parents in the home provides the greatest economic privilege kids can have. Thus, the decline in marriage has had disastrous cultural implications. In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss the recent book The Two Parent Privilege by Melissa Kearney. They discuss Kearney's 10-year study which shows the host of benefits that are passed on to chil...

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Sex Workers Punished by Law for Refusing Sex What Deathbed Visions Teach us About the Afterlife   Kansas City Chief Kicker, Harrison Butker's Graduation Speech Listener Question: Responding to Listener Feedback about Preston Sprinkle Episode Listener Question: Does God still Discipline his Children? Listener Question: Rwandan Genocide - is Humanity to Blame...

What made the first Christians so different from their surrounding culture?  How did their worship differ from the way the average Roman citizen viewed the gods?  Why did the early church view themselves as a family and why is that so significant?  We’ll discuss these questions and more with our guest Dr. Nijay Gupta around his new book, Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dange...

This week, Sean and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss: Troubling Trends in Teenage Sex Slogans in Israel/Palestine Conflict Debate Over Gender Affirming Care for Children Listener Question: HPV Vaccine in Children Listener Question: Should my beliefs be law? Listener Question: Is America a "chosen nation"? ========== Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from...

The Bible is clear that followers of Jesus are exiles in this world. What exactly does this mean and what does this mean for the way we view our political views and affiliations? How was going to church in the first century a politically subversive act? How was the cross a political image in the Roman world? We’ll answer these questions and more with our guest and friend Dr. Preston Sprinkle aroun...

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Falling Fertility Rates : Discussion on the continuous decline of fertility rates in the U.S., with women delaying childbirth, leading to economic and social implications. Campus Protests Escalate : Coverage of widespread campus protests across the U.S. and Europe, reflecting deep-seated ideological battles and a decline in civil discourse at universities. Mari...

Our host Scott Rae recently donated a kidney to his brother, Mark. It was a long, arduous journey in which God was clearly present along the way. How did it affect each of them spiritually? How did it affect their relationships with family? And how can we think biblically about a life-saving medical procedure such as this? Sean interviews both Scott and Mark to hear about their emotional journey....

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Tennessee Legislation on Armed Teachers : The controversial decision by Tennessee lawmakers allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns in schools, prompted by a tragic school shooting.  Generational Views on Israel : A  poll suggests that nearly half of Gen Z views Israel's actions against Hamas as unjust due to its power, painting it as the oppressor.  I...

What is polyamory and why is it bursting on the scene right now? Is there such a thing as Christian polyamory? Will polyamorous relationships work? While relying on Scripture and social science research, Sean and Scott discuss these questions and more. You can also find this discussion on video through the Biola YouTube channel . Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/th...

This week: Exploring Shifts in Religious Identification : Dive into the latest trends in religious affiliations in America. Discover why the religiously unaffiliated are the fastest growing group and how different faith groups are retaining their followers. The Power of AI in Persuasion : Uncover the surprising findings of a new study comparing the persuasiveness of AI to human argumentation. Lear...

Who is the Holy Spirit? How does the Holy Spirit work in our lives? What are some common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and what are some vital truths to know to live in the power of the Spirit? Sean and Scott speak with fellow Biola professor Fred Sanders about these questions and his new book The Holy Spirit: An Introduction . Fred Sanders (PhD, Graduate Theological Union) is a professor o...

Today, Scott and Sean discuss: Solar Eclipses and Intelligent Design : Discussion on how solar eclipses demonstrate intelligent design, including the precise conditions necessary for a habitable planet and the unique positioning that allows for the observation of solar eclipses. Racial Bias in Hiring : Insights from a study where researchers sent 80,000 fake resumes to gauge racial bias among larg...