Think Well

Is the Trinity logical? Is it biblical? How can I explain it without committing a heresy? This week's goal is to help you be able to accurately explain the Trinity, respond to objection, and show that it is both logical and biblical.

Ryan begins by discussing YouTube comments by an atheist. He then goes over the authority of Scripture and defends it with the internal and external evidence for the Bible's reliability.

Dr. Frank Turek, from CrossExamined.org, joined the show to discuss his work on college campuses, his books, and answer general apologetics questions.

Ryan answers two listener questions this week. First, does right and wrong depend on how it affects people? Second, does God go through extreme measures to save us?

Justin Brierley, from the Unbelievable? Radio Show, joined me to discuss his show, the Unbelievable? Live conference in LA, the Big Conversations series, and his most memorable moments hosting debates between atheists and Christians over the past 14 years.

I continued my discussion this week with Dr. Fazale Rana, a scholar at Reasons to Believe, on his new book, "Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism."

Fazale Rana joined the show to discuss his new book, "Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism."

This episode was a very unexpected part 3 with Tim Stratton. Enjoy this bonus episode with more questions about Calvinism and Molinism.

Ryan answers a question from Instagram explaining the deconstruction movement. This question came as a response to the recent Christian leaders either questioning or walking away from their faith.

Joshua Harris and Marty Sampson have recently come out as either giving up their faith or questioning it. What should Christians think about it? Ryan discusses a few responses this week.

Tim Stratton from Free Thinking Ministries joined me for a second week to discuss the Calvinist vs Arminian debate. However, Tim presented the often forgotten third option, Molinism.

Tim Stratton joined the show to discuss his time in youth ministry, why he started teaching apologetics and theology, and how that transformed the way he works with students.

Ryan stumbled upon an Instagram account promoting the prosperity gospel. This episode responds to some of the prosperity gospel posts and how we should understand biblical promises.

A students wrote me on Instagram and said she had been challenged by a friend that there are transgender people in the Bible. Is this true? Who was transgender? How should we respond? Listen as I apply a common tactic to this issue as well as the issue of Jesus being a recycled pagan myth.

It is common to hear that Christians are hateful for believing that Jesus is the only way? Why do Christians think they are right and everyone else is wrong? Well, this objection might be coming from a different understanding of truth. Listen as Ryan explains how we can understand and explain the exclusive nature of the Gospel.

Dr. Clay Jones joined the show to discuss the killing of the Canaanites in the Old Testament. Specific objections were raised from comments on a recent YouTube video.

This is part 2 of my conversation with Drew and David from the Tent Making Christianity Podcast. Listen in as we discuss the ways in which I do youth apologetics.

Ryan was interviewed by Drew and David on the Tent Making Christianity Podcast. They discussed the start of Coffeehouse Questions and advice for beginner apologists.

We might know what we believe and why we believe it, but we don't always know where those beliefs come from. Kenneth Samples joined me this week to discuss some of the important theological positions of classic Christian thinkers and how we are still influenced by them today.

Philosopher and Theologian Kenneth Samples joined me to discuss his new book, "Classic Christian Thinkers," and the importance of church history.

There are a lot of arguments being made online as to why women should be able to get abortions. Ryan works through a few of those arguments, shows where they fail, and gives steps on how to respond with truth and grace.

I recently had six different atheist role-plays within one week. One was with a group of adults and five were with students. This episode focuses on why I do role-plays, what I say, and then some thoughts I had based on recent interactions.

Dr. John Marriott joined the show for a second week to discuss part 2 of his book, "A Recipe For Disaster." He was on a few weeks back talking about how churches and parents are preparing individuals to lose their faith. This week discusses the solution and how we can instill a faith that endures.

J. Warner Wallace, co-author of "So The Next Generation Will Know," joined me to discuss how we can deal with doubt and prepare young people for the future.

Sean McDowell discusses his newest book, "So The Next Generation Will Know." This interview with Sean McDowell, professor at Biola, covers section 1 of the book. We discuss characteristics of Gen Z and how to build relationships with them. Part 2 with co-author J. Warner Wallace next week.