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The world's problems are big, and you're just one individual. It's a terrifying thing to think about entering into the fray, to bring some of the into order long enough to get someone's attention and share the Gospel with him or her. It's a lot safer not to stick your neck out (at least for the time being), but is this what God wants? Didn't Jesus send his disciples into the world to "disciple the...

Christians talk a lot about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and rightly so. Those are important doctrines, and they are vital to understand, if we're going to be sharing our faith with others. But what do we say when someone asks us where Jesus is now, and what he's doing? He went back to Heaven, and the Bible says that he sat down on the throne, but is he just... waiting to come back?...

A wide-ranging selection of issues covered today as Joel Settecase attempts to answer viewer questions live in real time on this Q&A.  *Subscribe to the Think Institute YouTube channel for more thought-provoking content.*   (Shout-out to GotQuestions.org for allowing Joel to quickly reference information on Cessationism!) Get the full show notes at https://thethink.institute/podcast.

On this not-so-fast Friday episode, here's what we're talking about:  Our mission, given by Jesus Christ, is to disciple the nations (Mt. 28:19). This means going to foreign nations, as well as working within the nation where we are today. In every nation, God has established three distinct spheres of government.   In this *FAST FRIDAY* episode we're talking about the household sphe...

Jordan Peterson's book, 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote To Chaos, remains one of the most influential books of our time. But is it biblical? It's time to analyze JBP's Eighth Rule for Life from a Christian perspective. Watch as the Sons of Thunder tear into Rule 8 and see what God's word has to say. Get the full show notes at https://thethink.institute/podcast

Stats are clear that the best possible environment for a child to be raised in is with one mom, one dad, living together. For sure, sometimes that doesn't work out. Divorce happens, spouses die, tragedy befalls. But the ideal is still there: children do best when raised by mom and dad.  But what if we told you that RIGHT NOW there are over 44,000 children living without a mom or dad in the US...

In a world where basic understanding of biblical ideas is on the decline, sharing the Gospel with our neighbors has become harder than ever before.  But what if there were a cultural phenomenon we could use as a bridge to help our neighbors better understand the tenets of the Gospel? And what if that bridge is... Disney movies?   I'm joined by my brother and co-host of the Sons of Thunde...

Jordan Ravanes of the Christian Worldview Project had Joel Settecase on his podcast, "Table Talk Online," to discuss morality and why it only makes sense from. a biblical perspective. We hope this conversation emboldens you to stand firm in your Christian faith and to commend it to others. Get the full show notes at https://thethink.institute/podcast.

On August 4, 2020, the city of Beirut in Lebanon was rocked by a devastating explosion. One week later, details continue to pour in, as the whole world reels from the almost unbelievable event. But how should Christians, who believe God both perfectly good and also fully in control, respond to this event? On today's Worldview Wednesday, Joel and Pastor Raef are going to open our Bibles and see wha...

If you've been studying apologetics at all over the last 20 years, you've probably learned some solid arguments against New Atheism, and maybe Islam, Mormonism, and other ideologies believed by those outside the church. But in the last few years a completely new ideology has sprung onto the scene, catching us off-guard and making head-spinning progress *within* the church before many of us even re...

No music, no guests, no plan. Just a bonus episode with Joel Settecase answering some of your questions in real time. Enjoy.  Get the full show notes at https://thethink.institute/podcast.

Joel and Parker discuss Jordan Peterson's 8th Rule and how to pursue what truly matters vs. what "works." We find a lot to agree with in Dr. Peterson's ideas, but we also point out where the biblical worldview can fill in gaps and lay down a more reliable foundation.   Subscribe to our channel! Get complete show notes, go to https://thethink.institute/podcast.

Have you ever wished you spoke up more for Jesus in your workplace, or found it easier to share your faith with your roommates? We've all felt that way, of course, but nowadays it seems like the stakes are higher than ever.  In the US, Christians who share biblical truth about certain "taboo" subjects face threats not only of social embarrassment but even job loss or worse. How should we resp...

When someone challenges your faith in God, how do you respond? Do you cite historical evidence, provide scientific knowledge, or deliver philosophical arguments? What if there was an argument that no professing atheist could refute? Does that sound impossible? As it turns out, it is not impossible at all, and my guest is going to explain why.  My guest is Sye Ten Bruggencate. Sye left his wor...

What is "marriage?" How do you define "love?" Or hate? How about "equality," "justice," or "tolerance?" What about something as simple as "male" and "female?" Not so simple anymore, is it? These are all words that have been redefined (or are in the process of being redefined) over the last several years. These words have been the victims of linguistic theft. What is linguistic theft? It is the pra...

To jump the shark is to reach a point of ridiculousness after which no one can ever take you seriously again. Today on Worldview Wednesday, Joel and Pastor Raef are concerned that the Smithsonian Institute may have reached such a point.  What's causing this concern is the Smithsonian's recent article on race and culture, written by an anonymous author.  The article is adorned with an infographic d...

In the days of the Protestant Reformation, many families developed the habit of "catechizing" their children—teaching them the basics of the Christian faith. While this used to be standard practice, many, maybe most Christians today grow up without ever going through a formal process of "catechesis," outside of maybe Bible stories in Sunday School.  If you weren't catechized as a child, what...

How do we as Christians navigate this age of cancel culture? How do we know when to be quiet, when to speak out, and how to engage in a Christlike way? Nowadays, using your social media accounts to say something others don't like can get you "canceled"—your accounts suspended (or shut down), the loss of endorsements or even employment, or in extreme cases, death threats and an angry mob outside yo...

How much SCIENTIFIC evidence can you give to support your CHRISTIAN faith? If you can't give much, is that because Christianity is actually... unscientific? And if it were unscientific, how much would that matter?     So are we to think about the relationship between the claims of the Bible and the discoveries of science?    My guest today is Lucas Giolas. Lucas earned Bac...

This is June, which means for many of our neighbors it's "Pride Month," which is "an annual celebration of the LGBTQ community." Many corporations have jumped on board, including kid-focused outlets like Nickelodeon and Disney, who have both been promoting the Pride Month message through their advertising and social media. So, how are Christian parents to respond to all this? How can we guide our...

When was the last time you had a friendly conversation with someone who completely disagreed with you? The Gospels record Jesus having many such conversations. Christians, therefore, see the benefit of having them. And with modern technology and social networks, it should be easier than ever. However, these very tools also make it easier to isolate ourselves, to listen only to our own personal ech...

Racism is pride, prejudice or partiality based on physical or genetic traits shared by a group. What does the Bible say about racism?  We'd better find out, because we've reached a crucial moment in world history. The killing of George Floyd by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has sparked a massive movement of humanity across the United States and abroad, and the issue of racis...

We all agree that racism is wrong, but what does the Bible have to say about it? Do we need the Bible in order to consistently condemn the sin of racism, or is there another standard we can appeal to?   This is your opportunity to listen in and interact with Joel and Pastor Raef, as they dig into this subject and explain what the Christian worldview has to say about ethnicity and racism,...

Have you ever got to the point when you realized this: everyone you know will live forever? Yes, their physical bodies will die. However, human beings are more than mere bodies. We are souls, too. And when our physical lives end, our souls will live on—in one of two destinations.   The Bible teaches that after death comes judgment. Do you know if the people in your life are prepared for...

Have you heard of the Christian Apologists March Madness Tourney? Meet the young man behind the madness today on the Think Podcast's #TuesdayTwofer . Joel Settecase interviews Zach Sechler live to talk about the Tourney and how he's using innovative techniques to reach Generation Z with the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Get the full show notes at https://thethink.institute/podcast.