Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture - Talbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae

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[BONUS] Is Roe vs. Wade Gone? Sean and Scott Discuss the Leaked Ruling May 17, 2022

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Roe vs. Wade (1973) was one of the most consequential Supreme Court rulings in America history, allowing abortion in all 50 states. It appears that the Supreme Court is overturning this case. A rough draft of the ruling was recently leaked to the public. In this discussion, which was recorded live on Sean's YouTube channel, Scott and Sean discuss the implications of the ruling and analyze the reasoning behind it.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/is-roe-vs-wade-gone

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.
Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically.
To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Scripture and Gender (with Erik Thoennes) May 13, 2022

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This podcast episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvSlsNMJkB4
Biblically speaking, is our biological sex an essential part of our identity? Are there unique differences and roles for men and women? In this live interview, Sean and Scott talk with Biola professor Erik Thoennes and Scripture and gender. They also discuss some practical ways to love people with gender dysphoria.

Dr. Erik Thoennes is committed to teaching biblical and systematic theology so that he and his students love God and people more fully. He strives to make the necessary connections between the study of theology, obedience to Jesus and fulfilling the Great Commission. He has taught theology and evangelism at the college and seminary levels for several years and is a frequent guest speaker at churches, conferences and retreats, in addition to co-pastoring a local church. Thoennes has received the University award for faculty excellence and professor of the year. His research interests include godly jealousy, the atonement, the exclusivity of Christ and theology of culture.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/scripture-and-gender

The Story Behind the Think Biblically Podcast May 10, 2022

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Have you ever wondered how this podcast got started? How do Scott and Sean pick guests and topics? What's the future of this podcast? In this unique episode, Scott and Sean offer a "behind the scenes" look at their favorite episodes, some memorable stories of impact, and a few lessons they have learned since starting the podcast in 2017. Enjoy!
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/story-behind-think-biblically-podcast

Headwinds and Tailwinds: Leading a Christian University in Today's Culture (with Barry Corey) May 04, 2022

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Join Scott and Sean as they interview Biola's President, Dr. Barry Corey about leading a Christian university in these challenging times. You'll enjoy this encouraging and challenging time with Dr. Corey.

Dr. Barry Corey is the 8th President of Biola University, beginning his tenure here in 2007. He previously served as Dean of Gordon Conwell Seminary outside Boston for many years.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/headwinds-and-tailwinds-leading-christian-university

Atheism on Trial (with Mark Lanier) Apr 24, 2022

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How would atheism fare if it were put on trial? Leading trial Lawyer Mark Lanier believes the evidence undermines atheism and points firmly to the existence of God. In this interview, Sean and Scott talk with Mark about how his legal training shapes the way he addresses faith questions, and they evaluate some of the evidence against atheism and for God.

Hailed as a "superstar among plaintiff's lawyers" by the National Law Journal, Mark Lanier is an acclaimed trial lawyer and the founder of the Lanier Law Firm, with offices in New York, Texas and California. He is the author of Christianity on Trial and is a frequent guest on Fox News, MSNBC, and other prominent news outlets.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/atheism-on-trial

The Loneliness Epidemic (with Susan Mettes) Apr 15, 2022

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Coming out of COVID, with gatherings restricted, there is a renewed emphasis on loneliness in the culture at large. As Susan Mettes reports in her new book, The Loneliness Epidemic, many of these trends were in existence long before COVID hit but exacerbated by the 2+ years of restrictions. Join Scott and Sean for this insightful discussion that touches us all.

Susan Mettes is a behavioral scientist and researcher and Associate Editor for Christianity Today. She lives with her husband in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/loneliness-epidemic

Eyes to See God's Common Grace (with Tim Muehlhoff) Apr 13, 2022

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Where is God when tragedy hits? Is it possible that God is at work in the world in ways we often miss? By explaining God's "common grace," Dr. Tim Muehlhoff suggests that God may be revealing himself through science, communication, art, and many more ways than we often realize. This discussion will help in one important step towards making sense of why there is suffering and evil in the world.

Tim Muehlhoff is a professor of communication at Biola University in La Mirada, California, a speaker and research consultant for the Center for Marriage and Relationships, and an author of several books on communication. In addition to being an educator and author, he is the co-host of a podcast entitled The Art of Relationships, which is produced by Biola University and is currently heard in 100 countries. Tim and his wife, Noreen, are frequent speakers at FamilyLife Marriage Conferences. For more information, visit timmuehlhoff.com.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/eyes-to-see-gods-common-grace

Behind the Scenes at The Chosen (with Doug Huffman) Apr 01, 2022

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The Chosen TV series is a compelling look at the lives of Christ and his disciples. Talbot's own Dr. Doug Huffman is one of the 3 script consultants to the show. Join Scott and Sean as they talk with Doug about his role on the show and some of the behind the scenes aspects of the show that the general public is not aware of.

Dr. Doug Huffman is Division Dean of the Undergraduate Division of Biblical Studies and Theology at Talbot. He is a New Testament specialist and the author of several books on NT Greek.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/behind-the-scenes-at-the-chosen

[Bonus] The Argument for God from Music (with Gavin Ortlund) Mar 29, 2022

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This is Part II of our session with Gavin Ortlund from his new book, Why God Makes Sense in a World that Doesn't: The Beauty of Christian Theism, that focuses on a specific aspect of why theism is the best explanation for the transcendent power of music-something that is recognized even by some non-theists. Join Scott for this discussion of an argument for God that you might not have considered.

Gavin Ortlund is a scholar, pastor, and writer with a growing profile among the next generation of Christian thinkers. He serves as the pastor of First Baptist Church of Ojai in Ojai, California, and is the author of multiple books. He blogs at gavinortlund.com and has a growing YouTube channel called "Truth Unites."
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2022/argument-for-god-from-music

Why God Makes Sense (with Gavin Ortlund) Mar 24, 2022

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Is Christian theism really believable? Does God make sense amidst our world that often doesn't? In this interview, Sean and Scott talk with author Gavin Ortlund about his latest book. Dr. Ortlund argues that certain signs in nature-such as math, beauty, music, and stories-point to a meaningful, theistic world. We discuss his positive case for theism and respond to some of the most common naturalistic objections.