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A weekly podcast that offers Christian perspectives on some of the most significant issues facing today's church and culture. In each episode, hosts Scott Rae and Sean McDowell — professors at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology — draw upon biblical wisdom and insights from guest experts as they explore how Christians can thoughtfully and faithfully engage with cultural trends and current events.

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

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A weekly podcast that offers Christian perspectives on some of the most significant issues facing today's church and culture. In each episode, hosts Scott Rae and Sean McDowell — professors at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology — draw upon biblical wisdom and insights from guest experts as they explore how Christians can thoughtfully and faithfully engage with cultural trends and current events.

    Demystifying Evil (with Ingrid Faro)

    Demystifying Evil (with Ingrid Faro)

    How can Christians best respond to the reality of evil and suffering? What does it mean to trust God through our pain? Sean and Scott interview Ingrid Faro about her new book Demystifying Evil. She shares some vulnerable and honest stories that can bring hope during suffering.

    Ingrid Faro (PhD, MDiv) is Affiliate Professor of Old Testament and Coordinator of the MA in Old Testament–Jerusalem University College Program. Ingrid is an author and international speaker on topics including deconstructing evil, navigating suffering, forgiveness, lament, abuse and power dynamics, women in the Bible and ministry, Genesis, and Ecclesiastes. Ingrid is the author of Evil in Genesis, co-author of Honest Answers, and forthcoming with IVP, Demystifying Evil.

    Read a transcript of this episode at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/demystifying-evil. 
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 31 min
    Cultural Update: Kanye's "God of Me"; AI Resurrections; Florida's DEI Departures

    Cultural Update: Kanye's "God of Me"; AI Resurrections; Florida's DEI Departures

    This week, Sean and guest co-host Thaddeus Williams discuss:
    Kanye West's Controversial Statements on Faith: Kanye West, now known as Ye, expressed disillusionment with Jesus in a recent interview, questioning the efficacy of prayer and Christian support. He controversially declared himself as "the God of me," sparking discussions on the nature of faith, idolatry, and self-sovereignty. Artificial Intelligence and Resurrection: Using artificial intelligence to "resurrect" the dead through digital simulations. This technology, known as ghost bots or death bots, allows for virtual interactions with deceased loved ones, raising questions about healthy grieving processes and the theological implications of seeking reunion beyond death.The University of Florida's Departure from DEI Initiatives: The University of Florida announced the closure of its Office of the Chief Diversity Officer and the elimination of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) focused positions, sparking a conversation on the effectiveness and intentions behind DEI programs. Sean & Thaddeus explore the biblical perspective on diversity and unity, questioning whether current DEI initiatives align with Christian values and what a biblical approach to diversity might look like.Listener Question: Family planning with a non-Christian spouse.Listener Question: Bearing God's image and how perpetuated evil impacts one's humanity. Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/cultural-update-kanye-s-god-of-me-ai-resurrections-florida-s-dei-departures.
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 53 min
    A Biblical View of Mental Health (with Chris Adams)

    A Biblical View of Mental Health (with Chris Adams)

    How does a Christian view of mental health compare and contrast with a secular perspective? Are we in a mental health crisis today? And how do we best love our family and friends who are suffering from mental illness. In this video and podcast, Sean and Scott talk with Rosemead Professor Chris Adams about these questions and more. Dr. Adams shares about the new Flourishing in Ministry resource that helps pastors and churches address mental health. See www.flourishinginministry.org.

    Rev. Chris Adams, PhD, is a third-generation pastor's kid, ordained minister, clinical psychologist, and certified wellbeing and leadership coach. He has served in pastoral care and counseling roles in a large congregation and a large Christian university. He specializes in the wellbeing of ministerial students, clergy, and their families. Chris currently serves as Professor, Chaplain, and Executive Director of the Mental Health and the Church initiative at Rosemead Graduate School of Psychology, Biola University. Chris teaches pastoral care and counseling, Christian leadership formation, and psychology and Christianity integration courses for Rosemead and several seminaries. Chris is a consultant to numerous denominations and seminaries in the areas of clergy candidate formative evaluation, clergy health and flourishing, and pastoral leadership formation. He is the lead researcher for the Flourishing in Ministry project, and is currently participating as a consultant and researcher with the Duke Clergy Health Initiative. Chris is a frequent lecturer at seminaries, retreats, and conferences. He was awarded the Archibald D. Hart Counseling Pioneer Award for excellence in Research and Scholarship in Training and Educating the Next Generation of Leaders in Mental Health and Caring for Others in 2023.

    Download a guide to the Flourishing in Ministry Wellbeing Model.

    Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/a-biblical-view-of-mental-health.
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 39 min
    Cultural Update: China's Baby Bust; France Puts Abortion in Constitution; New Tech May Allow Embryo from Two Men

    Cultural Update: China's Baby Bust; France Puts Abortion in Constitution; New Tech May Allow Embryo from Two Men

    This week, Scott Rae and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss:
    China's Baby BustFrance Enshrines Abortion in ConstitutionDisturbing Leaks from WPATHNew Tech May Allow Embryo from Two MenListener Question: AI PornographyListener Question: How will doctors leaving abortion banned states affect quality of medical care?Listener Question: Balancing the rights of adults to do drugs vs. the rights of children to be safe from drugsRead a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/cultural-update-china-s-baby-bust-france-puts-abortion-in-constitution-new-tech-may-allow-embryo-from-two-men.
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 50 min
    Being God's Image (with Carmen Imes)

    Being God's Image (with Carmen Imes)

    What exactly does it mean to say that we are in the image of God? How should that idea impact how we view things like our identity, our work, sexuality, body image, disability and transgender issues? We’ll talk about these and much more with our colleague Dr. Carmen Imes and her new book, Being God’s Image.

    Dr. Carmen Imes is Associate Professor Old Testament at Talbot.  She brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. She is the author of six books, including the widely acclaimed work, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters.

    Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/being-god-s-image-with-carmen-imes.
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 38 min
    Cultural Update: Christian Nationalism; OTC abortion pills; AI-generated deepfakes; Political divisiveness and friendship

    Cultural Update: Christian Nationalism; OTC abortion pills; AI-generated deepfakes; Political divisiveness and friendship

    This week, Scott & Sean discuss:
    Four Ways of Looking at Christian NationalismOver-the-counter abortion pillsAI-generated deepfake nudesPolitical Divisiveness and FriendshipListener question: Should you politically advocate for all of your moral beliefs?Listener question: Are there moral differences between regulating drug use and regulating abortion? Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/cultural-update-christian-nationalism-otc-abortion-pills-ai-generated-deepfakes-political-divisiveness-and-friendship. 
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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.
    Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video.

    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.

    • 52 min

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