Upstream

Latest Episodes:

World-Changing Christians You've Never Heard Of | Glenn Sunshine Jul 25, 2023

Show notes

A Viking who sailed to America, a prisoner who transformed an African kingdom, the daughter-in-law of Genghis Khan—what do all of these people have in common? Surprisingly, belief in Christ. Shane welcomes Dr. Glenn Sunshine to talk about his new book, 32 Christians Who Changed Their World.

How Sex Unlocks the Meaning of the Universe | Joshua Butler Jul 18, 2023

Show notes

Creation is bursting with Divine symbolism, especially where opposites unite—and nowhere do we find a more profound, sacred, or fruitful symbolism than in sex. Shane welcomes Joshua Butler, author of Beautiful Union, to explore how God's vision for the one flesh relationship displays deep mysteries about creation and its Creator.

Why Is the Cosmos Comprehensible? | Melissa Cain Travis Jul 11, 2023

Show notes

Contrary to secular mythology, the pioneers of modern astronomy believed they were "thinking God's thoughts after Him." In fact, this belief was essential to their discoveries! Shane welcomes Dr. Melissa Cain Travis to explain why Christian convictions led to the scientific revolution and can help us see the stars as they truly are.

Further Upstream - How Do Westerners Give Their Lives for Christ? Jul 07, 2023

Show notes

Most of us will never have to choose between death and denying Jesus. So what does martyrdom mean for us? Shane welcomes Kasey Leander to reflect on the conversation with Jerry Pattengale about The New Book of Christian Martyrs.

How the Martyrs Can Prepare Us for Persecution | Jerry Pattengale Jul 04, 2023

Show notes

Four-hundred and fifty years ago, John Foxe published his famous Book of Martyrs. But more Christians died for their faith in the last century than in the previous nineteen combined. Shane welcomes Dr. Jerry Pattengale to tell the stories of those who've confessed Christ to the end, using his The New Book of Christian Martyrs.

A Christian Exodus from Public Schools? | Larry Taylor Jun 27, 2023

Show notes

We're witnessing a groundswell of demand to create viable, Christian alternatives to the American public school system, but is there room for everyone? Shane welcomes Dr. Larry Taylor, president of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) to sketch an exciting future for education.

Further Upstream - Why Tim Keller Caught Skeptics Off Guard Jun 23, 2023

Show notes

Shane welcomes Tim Padgett to explore the distinctive approach to apologetics and evangelism that set Tim Keller apart and sometimes made him controversial. He subverted expectations, but how do we balance winsomeness toward outsiders with fidelity to our countercultural Christian convictions?

The Beliefs that Made Tim Keller | Collin Hansen Jun 20, 2023

Show notes

Last month, pastor-theologian Timothy Keller went home to the Lord. His ministry was filled with incredible successes and unexpected controversies, and raises questions about how Christians should engage our post-Christian culture. Shane welcomes Collin Hansen, author of Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation.

Further Upstream - Good Creation Theology Can Save Your Faith Jun 16, 2023

Show notes

In his latest songs, Josh Bales meditates on doubt, deconstruction, and the glory we were created for. Shane welcomes Tim Padgett to discuss how understanding our high calling as humans can direct our search for God and truth.

Singing the Weight of Glory | Josh Bales Jun 13, 2023

Show notes

Human beings are fallen, sinful, and broken, but that's not where the story began. Shane welcomes singer-songwriter, priest, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Josh Bales to explain the importance of telling the full story of redemption, using his new EP, The Weight of Glory.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected