

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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Jan 16, 2024 • 58min
Examining Christian Nationalism: God, American Politics, and the Church
In this episode of Thinking Christian, we kick off a series of talks on Christian Nationalism. Using the Neighborly Faith survey on Christian Nationalism as a jumping off point, we will be discussing the statements that those designated "adherents" of Christian Nationalism strongly agree with and disagree with. The goal is to situate the Church and state within an appropriate theological and biblical perspective. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 11, 2024 • 50min
Jesus and the Mission of the Church
In this episode James interviews Greg Finke who leads Dwelling 1:14 (www.dwelling114..org). They discuss the incarnation, Jesus's mission, and the way that Christians can offer testimony about God and the gospel in the midst of a broken world. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 10, 2024 • 31min
The Sanctity of Life and Pro-Love Ministries with Pam Whitehead
In this episode of Thinking Christian, guest host Maggie Hubbard continues her conversation with Pam Whitehead. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 9, 2024 • 43min
The Sanctity of Human Life: Abortion, Pro-Love Ministries, and Pam Whitehead
In this episode of Thinking Christian, our guest host Maggie Hubbard begins the first part of her conversation with Pam Whitehead about her experience with abortion. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 9, 2024 • 42min
The Sanctity of Life and Medical Assistance In Dying- Considering Canada’s MAID Policy
This episode is a replay of a conversation between James Spencer and Maggie Hubbard last year on the changes Canada made to its Medical Assistance in Dying policies. As we think about the Sanctity of Human Life and the various ways we tend to neglect it, these sorts of policies are important. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 5, 2024 • 16min
Ministering to Christian Men with Brian Doyle
In this episode, guest host Maggie Hubbard talks with Brian Doyle from Iron Sharpens Iron. Bryan describes his ministry and talks about the importance of men in the body of Christ. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 4, 2024 • 42min
Be Fruitful: A Biblical Discussion about the Sanctity of Human Life
In this episode, James and Richard discuss the sanctity of human life through the lens of Genesis and various other biblical passages. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jan 1, 2024 • 44min
Thinking Christian about the Church
In this episode, James and Richard talk about church membership, why it’s important, and some of the factors that may lead people away from participating in a local congregation. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dec 26, 2023 • 42min
Does God Change? Can God Learn? A Theological Discussion
In this episode, Dr. James Spencer and Richard Beattie discuss the issue of God and change. The address issues related to God and time and the way that learning suggests a deficiency in God's knowledge. They also talk about the various times God appears to change his mind and the way conditional and unconditional decisions play into the portrayal of God, particularly in the Old Testament. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dec 25, 2023 • 26min
The Joy of Christmas- Reading The Story of Jesus’s Birth in Luke’s Gospel
In this episode, Dr. James Spencer reads the Christmas Story from the Gospel of Luke followed by a few thoughts on Luke’s narrative and the way God brings all things together. James and Richard Beattie also discuss joy and Christmas. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.


