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

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Picking Up the Pieces of My Shattered Life (with Gina Pastore) Sep 12, 2019

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After the sudden death of her husband, former major league pitcher and radio host Frank Pastore, his widow Gina Pastore was faced with how to pick up the pieces of what had become a shattered life. In her book, Picking Up the Pieces of My Shattered Life, Gina tells the fascinating story of their life together, and how she moved forward with her life after her loss. Join us for this touching conversation with Gina as she gives clues to recovering from devastating loss.
Gina Pastore is the host of her own Los Angeles based radio show, Real Life with Gina Pastore and David James, on KKLA Saturday nights at 7:30 pm. She speaks widely at churches telling her compelling story of her life with Frank and how she has moved forward after losing him.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/picking-up-the-pieces-of-my-shattered-life

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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.

Embracing Contemplation (with Kyle Strobel) Sep 05, 2019

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What is the role of contemplation in the Christian life? In our busy and distracted age, how can we find time to connect with God through both prayer and reflection? In this interview, Sean and Scott talk with theologian Kyle Strobel about his book Embracing Contemplation. Strobel clears up some confusion about the nature of contemplation and offers some biblical and practical insights for embracing contemplation as part of the Christian life today.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/embracing-contemplation

Following Jesus in Digital Babylon (with David Kinnaman) Sep 03, 2019

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Younger generations today have the unique challenge of learning to follow Jesus in a world that has been transformed by digital technology. Based on years of research with Millennials and Gen Z, David discusses the unique challenges young people face today as well as offers some practical wisdom for helping disciple them to follow Jesus. Sean and Scott ask David questions from his latest book Faith for Exiles: 5 Ways for a New Generation to Follow Jesus in Digital Babylon.
David Kinnaman is the co-author of unChristian, You Lost Me, and Good Faith. He is the president of the Barna Group and a graduate of Biola University. Since 1995, David has directed interviews with more than one million individuals and overseen hundreds of US and global research studies.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/following-jesus-in-digital-babylon

Smart Machines and the Future of Work (with Jay W. Richards) Aug 31, 2019

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With artificial intelligence and the emergence of robotics and other "smart machines," observers of culture have wondered what is the future of human work? In his insightful new book, business professor and theologian, Dr. Jay Richards, outlines the coming disruptions to the workplace produced by the proliferation smart machines, but also talks about "the human advantage" the people have. Join us for this fascinating discussion about the future of work and making career choices in this current environment.
Jay W. Richards, Ph.D., is assistant research professor in the School of Business and Economics at The Catholic University of America and a senior fellow at the Discovery Institute. He is author of many books including, Money, Greed, and God (2009), winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/smart-machines-and-the-future-of-work

Overcoming Same Sex Sexual Desires (with Kim Zember) Aug 22, 2019

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If you or someone close to you wrestles with same sex attractions, you don’t want to miss this moving account of the journey of Kim Zember through her own same sex experience and the power of the gospel of Jesus to deal with those desires. Join us for a very touching and insightful account of how transformation occurred in her life and how she mentors others who struggle with same sex attractions.
Kim Zember is founder of Overcome Ministries, whose purpose is to be an outlet of love and hope for young adults and adults struggling with same-sex attraction, and support for their families. She is a dynamic speaker and mentor to young adults wrestling with same sex attraction.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/overcoming-same-sex-sexual-desires

The Significance of Singleness (with Christina Hitchcock) Aug 19, 2019

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The number of single adults has been growing for the past few decades in the US and today the number of households headed by a single person are more than 50% of all households. Yet in many churches the unwritten norm is “married with children,” and marriage is often seen as a sign of maturity. So where does that leave single adults, especially those who feel that they might be called to singleness? Join us for an insightful conversation with theologian Dr. Christina Hitchcock as she talks about the Kingdom value of singleness in her book, The Significance of Singleness. She has great insight for both single and married adults.
Dr. Christina Hitchcock is Professor of Theology at the University of Sioux Falls in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She earned her Ph.D. in theology from the University of Aberdeen and is the author of The Significance of Singleness: A Theological Vision for the Future of the Church.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/significance-of-singleness

[Bonus Podcast] Reflections on Purity Culture Aug 13, 2019

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Purity Culture has been a significant topic of cultural conversation since the announcement that Joshua Harris, author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye, is getting a divorce and leaving “conventional” Christianity. Sean and Scott offer some historical and ethical reflections on how the church has taught sexual purity. They discuss both positive and negative elements of purity culture and offer some thoughts on what a biblical sexual ethic should look like moving forward.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/bonus-purity-culture

Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia (with John Dunlop) Aug 08, 2019

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When someone is diagnosed with dementia, the impact is often life-shattering, for both patients and loved ones. Watching someone you love lose their independence, and often their dignity can be devastating, especially since there is no cure. Dr. John Dunlop addresses the challenges of dealing with dementia from a distinctly Christian worldview in his book, Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia. Join us for this challenging, but also insightful, conversation.
Dr. John Dunlop has practiced medicine for almost 40 years, and is a specialist in gerontology—the care of the aging. He is currently on the faculty of Yale Medical School, and is the author of Finishing Well to the Glory of God, and Wellness for the Glory of God.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/finding-grace-in-the-face-of-dementia

The Sexual State (with Jennifer Roback Morse) Aug 01, 2019

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What are the ideologies of the sexual revolution? How has it hurt people, and what role has the state played to enforce it? Sean and Scott interview Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse about her new book The Sexual State. Dr. Morse shares some powerful insights about the destructive ideologies behind the sexual revolution and how the church can better love and serve its victims.
Dr. Morse is the president of the Ruth Institute, a non-profit organization committed to inspiring survivors of the Sexual Revolution. She is the author of multiple books including The Sexual State as well as numerous pamphlets and tracts, Dr. Morse earned her Ph.D. in Economics at the University of Rochester in 1980. She taught economics at Yale University and George Mason University. Her work has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Reason, Policy Review, National Review Online, the Journal of Political Economy, the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy, the University of Chicago Law Review and she has been a guest on Fox News, CNN and EWTN.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/the-sexual-state

Can Science Explain Everything? (with John Lennox) Jul 26, 2019

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The intersection between science and faith is one of the most pressing issues today for believers and skeptics alike. And Dr. Lennox is one of the most qualified people to address it. In this podcast, he shares some of his own journey and experience as a Christian philosopher, mathematician, and scientist in one of the most prestigious universities in the world. He discusses the limits of science, the nature of faith, and practical ways Christians can intersect the two. His most recent book is Can Science Explain Everything?
John Lennox, D.Phil, Ph.D., D.Sc. is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford. He is one of the most recognizable Christian intellectuals today discussing the intersection between faith and science. Dr. Lennox has participated in numerous debates with influential atheists such as Richard Dawkins, Lawrence Krauss, and Peter Singer. He speaks French, Russian, and German and lectures around the world on mathematics, business ethics, science, and theology.
Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2019/can-science-explain-everything

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