

Thinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing World
James Spencer - Christian Theology Author and Speaker
Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at https://usefultogod.com/.
Find more from James at https://usefultogod.com/.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 29min
How Love and Respect Can Improve Our Relationships: A Conversation with Emerson Eggerichs, Pt. 1
In this episode, James sits down with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, author of Love and Respect and President of Love and Respect Ministries. They discuss Ephesians 5 and the dynamics of love and respect within marriages and in other relationships. Listen to Part 2: https://apple.co/3SOiKmp / https://sptfy.com/Q3hI Get Love and Respect on amazon.com Find more from Dr. Emerson Eggerichs at www.loveandrespect.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 9, 2024 • 32min
New Opportunities to Be A Different Kind of Man: A Conversation with Nancy Pearcey, Pt 2
In this episode, James continues his conversation with Nancy Pearcey, author of The Toxic War on Masculinity. They discuss the ways remote work may be opening up opportunities for men to reestablish a bigger role in the home and a variety of other topics related to Nancy's research. You can purchase The Toxic War on Masculinity at amazon.com. To learn more about Nancy Pearcey visit: https://www.nancypearcey.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 8, 2024 • 26min
How Should Christians Think about Masculinity- A Conversation with Nancy Pearcey, Part 1
In this episode, James sits down wit Nancy Pearcey to discuss her new book titled The Toxic War on Masculinity. Nancy shares her research and perspective on the difficulties men are facing, as well as describing some of the odd challenges she faced while writing a book on men. Listen to Part 1 here. Get Nancy Pearcey's new book at: The Toxic War on Masculinity Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at: https://www.nancypearcey.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 6, 2024 • 44min
From Pain to Praise: Thinking Christian about Lament wtih May Young
In this episode, James speaks with Dr. May Young who authored a chapter in a book James co-edited titled A Praying People. Dr. Young is an expert on the topic of lament and the book of Lamentations. James and Dr. Young discuss lament more generally and how it can build community in the Church. Get A Praying People on amazon.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 2, 2024 • 29min
How Can the Church Play a Role in Government- Part 2
In this episode, James and Alin continue to discuss the role of the Church in the world and how individual Christians can participate in politics. Part 1: https://apple.co/3UEbsoa / https://sptfy.com/PYSY Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 1, 2024 • 24min
How Can the Church Play a Role in Government- Part 1
Is the church playing the wrong game? In this episode of Thinking Christian, James sits down with Alin Vrancila to discuss Religion's role in government. They discuss the challenge of maintaining a clear distinction between Church and state while continuing to engage politically. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 31, 2024 • 41min
Kansas City Chiefs Mascot Dan Meers: His Life on the Road to the Super Bowl
On this episode, James Spencer sits down with Dan Meers...the KC Wolf. Dan talks about his career with the Chiefs, their hopes for the Super Bowl, and, most importantly, his Christian faith. You can find out more about Dan and his story at danmeers.org. You can also purchase Dan's book Wolves Can't Fly. All proceeds from the sale of Dan's book go to charity. Wolves Can't Fly: KC Wolf: Faith, Family and Fur www.danmeers.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 19, 2024 • 51min
Evangelicals and the 2024 Election: The Iowa Caucus and the Evangelical Support of Trump
In this episode, James sits down with Alin Vrancila to discuss the recent results of the Iowa Caucus. They discuss how evangelicals might make their political decisions moving forward and offer insights about how to oder our loves as Christians. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 18, 2024 • 55min
Should the Government Declare the United States a Christian Nation?
In this episode, James Spencer is joined by Alin Vrancila to discuss Christian Nationalism. They continue to examine the Neighborly Faith survey on Christian Nationalism released in December 2023. Having grown up under communism in Romania, Alin brings a unique perspective on the connections between Church and state. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 17, 2024 • 52min
How Should Christians Think about Christian Nationalism: Should the Federal Government Advocate Uniquely Christian Values
In this episode, James and his guest Alin Vrancila discuss the Neighborly Faith research on Christian Nationalism that came out in December of 2023. They focus on one of the statements with which those identified as Chrisitan Nationalist adherents strongly agreed. The statement concerns the federal government's role in instituting "Christian values." James and Alin discuss the implications of such a statement for the Church, for the meaning of the word "Christian," and highlight the difficulties of the statement for an orthodox understanding of the Bible and theology. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.


