Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

In this podcast, JP Moreland, a distinguished philosophy professor, discusses the concept of personhood and its implications. They delve into topics such as life after death, criminal justice, AI learning versus human learning, transhumanism, and the role of consciousness in communication for conveying the gospel message.

Dr. Jean Twenge, author of Generations, discusses generational trends and the research on Gen Z. They explore declining religious affiliation, decreasing interest in marriage and having children, the impact of technology on mental health issues, challenges of managing children's technology use, and the future of religion amidst generational shifts.

Dr. Ryan Burge discusses the concept of 'de-churching' and the decline of church attendance in the United States. He explores the impact of LGBTQ issues on church disengagement and highlights the importance of social spaces and friendships in religion to attract people back in a post-COVID world.

Katie McCoy discusses defining what a woman is, the confusion over female identity, and gender affirming treatments for minor children. She explores the rise of gender dysphoria in young girls, the relationship between gender dysphoria and suicidal ideation, and the significance of transition stories and intersectionality. McCoy's insights on womanhood and mental health shed light on society's inconsistencies.

Authors Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer discuss the rise of social justice ideology, its impact on culture, and its influence in fields such as critical race theory and queer theory. They delve into topics including the concept of critical race theory, the influence of critical theory on culture and the church, and the Christian approach to identity and intersectionality. They also explore the compatibility of Christianity and critical race theory and discuss the importance of unity, love, and justice in the face of social justice ideologies.

Michael Kruger, an internationally known New Testament scholar, discusses the formation of the New Testament canon and the confidence we have in the books we have today. They explore the evolution of the canon discussion, the debate over including certain books, the role of the Holy Spirit in recognizing the canon, addressing doubts about the New Testament content, and recommended resources to understand the reliability of the Bible.

Joel Berry, a writer for the Babylon Bee, discusses gender ideology and its resemblance to religion. They explore the power of language on gender, compare adherence to gender ideology and traditional religions, and deconstruct the rhetoric surrounding the nuclear family. They also discuss their book 'The Babylon Bee Guide to Gender' and the importance of supporting the Babylon Bee.

The hosts discuss the book 'My Year with God' and the value of religion in a scientific age. They explore positive takeaways about God's existence and the impact of religion on society. They delve into the relationship between God and science, explore the universe's message, discuss Richard Dawkins' views on the soul, and reflect on an agnostic's search for God.

Discussing the current situation in Israel, the podcast highlights the effects on the Messianic Jewish and Palestinian Christian communities. It shares disturbing details about a recent terrorist attack and discusses the experiences and challenges faced by Israeli believers. The podcast also delves into the support provided by Chosen People Ministries to those affected by the war in Israel, the devastating impact on students, and the importance of praying for peace in Jerusalem.

Leading New Testament scholar, Dr. Craig Blomberg, discusses the development of Jesus scholarship and new trends in research. Topics include the distinction between the real, canonical, and historical Jesus, the controversial Jesus seminar, discoveries about the gospel of John, and exploring Jesus' psychological state in scholarship.