Alan Shlemon

Thinking Out Loud with Alan Shlemon

Religion UND ↓ 100 episodes

STR speaker Alan Shlemon provides a monthly update while answering questions across a wide range of topics including criticisms of Christianity.

Author

Alan Shlemon

Category

Religion

Podcast website

str.org

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Are Eunuchs Evidence for Transgender Ideology? 06.07.2026

Alan responds to three common arguments that enlist eunuchs to support transgender ideology.

How to Assess an Article 02.06.2026

Alan provides three simple steps to help you assess an article that is hostile to your Christian convictions.

Islam’s Rising Influence 30.04.2026

Muslims are increasing in numbers and influence in the United States. Alan explains the Islamic strategy but also gives Christians a proper perspective on how to view this new reality.

Rejecting the Sex Binary with Bad Evidence 30.03.2026

Alan responds to a transgender ideology advocate who argues against the sex binary in human beings.

Answering the Muslim Claim that the Gospel Is Gone 25.02.2026

Alan answers the Muslim challenge that the Quran’s reference to the Gospel is not a reference to the four New Testament Gospels.

Roe Is Dead, But Abortion Isn’t 26.01.2026

Alan unpacks three steps pro-lifers should take to undermine abortion.

Read Your Bible! 18.12.2025

Alan briefly unpacks three reasons why daily Bible reading should be a priority.

Christianity Is the Air We Breathe 20.11.2025

Many of the institutions and values our society cherishes exist because Christianity transformed our world. Alan explains one of the most significant changes the Christian worldview made in our culture.

Did Legend Affect the Disciples’ Christology? 13.10.2025

Alan answers the challenge that the disciples embellished their depiction of Jesus over time.

Determining the Time to Tell Your Kids about LGBT Ideology 18.09.2025

Alan provides five principles to help you, as a parent, determine the right age to begin telling your kids about homosexuality and transgender ideology.

When Criticized, Respond this Way 07.08.2025

Alan was harshly criticized by students after an event. He explains three steps he takes whenever this happens.

Should You Permit a Homosexual Couple to Sleep Together in Your Home? 03.07.2025

Alan explains how he answers whether he would allow a homosexual couple to stay the night at his house. He also provides a principle that helps him address a variety of similar dilemmas.

Why Denying the Crucifixion of Jesus Is a Big Problem for Muslims 23.06.2025

Alan discusses two problems he has with the Quran’s reference to crucifixion and explains why that’s a huge problem for Muslims.

Andy Stanley’s Problematic Approach to Transgenderism 19.05.2025

A video was leaked showing leadership at Andy Stanley’s church explaining how they minister to children who identify as transgender or experience gender dysphoria. Alan explains three concerns with their approach.

Arguing Is a Virtue, Not a Vice 15.04.2025

Alan explains why people don’t like to argue, and then explains why it’s essential that we learn to argue well.

Yes, Jesus Did Say Something about Homosexuality 13.03.2025

Alan responds to the common claim that Jesus never said anything about homosexuality.

Can We Use the Word “Allah” to Refer to God? 12.02.2025

Alan explains why the word, “Allah” is not a general term for God.

Which Requires Consent: Puberty or Puberty Blockers? 09.01.2025

Alan responds to the claim that children should be required to consent to puberty.

Does Christianity, Like Islam, Order the Death of Apostates? 11.12.2024

Some skeptics of Christianity allege that the Bible, like Islam, commands Christians to kill apostates. Alan addresses this claim and explains the three steps he took to resolve this challenge.

How the Film 1946 Fails to Advance Pro-Gay Theology 05.11.2024

Alan wrote two critical articles about the film, 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture, prior to ever watching the film. Now that he's seen it, Alan evaluates whether his assessment was correct.

Why Study How to Interpret the Bible? 09.10.2024

Alan offers two reasons why every Christian should study how to interpret the Bible.

How to Engage Online 01.09.2024

Alan provides three tips for how to properly engage online.

Does Eve Provide Evidence for Transgenderism? 06.08.2024

Alan addresses the claim that because Eve was formed from a male rib, she represents the first transgender woman. Consequently, the Bible (and God) permits transgenderism.

Christians, Speak Clearly and Not in Christianese 03.07.2024

Alan explains the importance of not speaking in Christianese when you're sharing your Christian convictions.

Pro-Gay Theology Follows a Pattern of Past Interpretive Mistakes 29.05.2024

Alan points out how the interpretive mistakes made by pro-gay theology advocates today have been made in the past.

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