Thinking Fellows

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The Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.

NOV 15

On the Priesthood St. John Chrysostom

The Thinking Fellows are starting a new series highlighting the history of Christian thought. For the next several weeks, the Fellows explore books written by great thinkers throughout Christian history. Bruce Hilman leads this first episode and covers St. John Chrysostom's On the Priesthood. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network On the Priest Hood Free Online Popular Patristics 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco Bruce Hilman

54 min
NOV 6

Winning and Losing Political Elections

High stakes and emotions regarding national politics produce situations Christians must meaningfully and thoughtfully navigate. Christians are embodied and specifically located creatures with vocations that demand political conciseness and often involvement. Yet these political situations and outcomes are not the object or sum of the faith. This episode explores the consequences of winning and losing elections and how Christian involvement and thought distinguish between faith and vocation so that we do not trust in princes but in Christ while faithfully serving our neighbors. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco Bruce Hilman

49 min
OCT 28

Is the Church Dying? (Live at HWSS)

This special episode of the Thinking Fellows was recorded live at the Here We Still Stand conference. Magnus Person joins the Fellows to discuss a response to the feeling that the church is in decline. They acknowledge the real pressure Christians in America and the West, in general, are feeling right now while confidently confessing that the church belongs to God and will continue forever. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco

37 min
OCT 17

A Reading List for Getting To Know Lutheransim

The Thinking Fellows give readers a short list of books they find essential for understanding Lutheranism. The list below includes books that contextualize the story and doctrinal formation of the Reformation. This Library should help both people who are unfamiliar with Lutheranism and those familiar with Lutheran doctrine but would like a better historical picture of who the Lutherans are. Berg, Michael. Vocation: The Setting for Human Flourishing Cary, Phillip. The Meaning of Protestant Theology: Luther, Augustine, and the Gospel That Gives Us Christ. Elert, Werner. The Structure of Lutheranism Giertz, B. The hammer of God Green, Lowell C. How Melanchthon Helped Luther Discover the Gospel: The Doctrine of Justification in the Reformation Kolb, Robert. The Christian Faith: A Lutheran Exposition Kolb, Robert, and Charles P. Arand. The Genius of Luther's Theology: A Wittenberg Way of Thinking for the Contemporary Church Montgomery, J. W., and G. E. Veith. Where Christ is Present: A theology for All Seasons on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation Nestingen, James, and Gerhard O. Forde. Free to Be Paulson, Steven D. Luther for Armchair Theologians Trueman, Carl R. Luther on the Christian Life: Cross and Freedom Various, and Martin Luther. Day by Day with Martin Luther Veith, Jr. Gene E. God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life Wisløff, Carl F. I Know in Whom I Believe: Studies in Bible Doctrine Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco Bruce Hilman

41 min
OCT 9

Remembering John Warwick Montgomery

The Thinking Fellows recall the legacy of renowned apologist John Warwick Montgomery. Before his death Dr. Montgomery was a senior fellow at 1517 and had a tremndous impact on the field of Christian apologetics. The fellows recall time they had spent with Dr. Montgomery and his impact on the founding members of 1517. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network John Warwick Montgomery at 1517 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco

42 min
OCT 1

The Myth of Spiritual But Not Religious

Spirituality is not a friend of Christianity. More and more people abandon Christianity while maintaining spiritual beliefs, practices, or superstitions. Dr. Michael Horton joins the Thinking Fellows to discuss the deep history and gnostic roots of the spiritual problems in the West today. Dr. Horton has researched and addressed this topic in numerous ways over the last 30 years and has compiled his expertise into a new volume of books on the subject. The first of the volumes, Shaman and Sage: The Roots of Spiritual But Not Religious, is available now. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network Shaman and Sage: The Roots of Spiritual But Not Religious 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco

1h 4m
SEP 24

The End of the World

Adam, Bruce, and Caleb discuss eschatology. What are Christianity's essential teachings regarding the last things or end times? Why do some sects of Christianity hyper-fixate on the end times? The fellows address these questions and more this week. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 Clothed with Christ by Brian William Thomas The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco Bruce Hilman

44 min
SEP 17

Elected To Salvation

In this week's episode, Scott, Bruce, and Caleb discuss the doctrine of election. They emphasize the importance of God's electing through his Word. This locates election in an external act done for you rather than solely in the mind of God. This Lutheran distinction avoids the pitfall of free choice while not relying on the logical constructs of double predestination. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What’s New from 1517: Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits Listen to 1517 Executive Director Scott Keith and Magnus Persson on the latest Re:Formera podcast Signup For Free Advent Church Resources for 2024 The Inklings: Apostles and Apologists of the Imagination with Sam Schuldheisz Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament by Chad Bird More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francisco Bruce Hilman

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Great Guys

5 days ago

nicdreamie

This show is phenomenal. I am a Lutheran church member and I was recommended the 1517 network by my pastor about a year ago. I have been listening to their podcasts almost exclusively for the past year. I eased in with a Field Guide to the Bible, then Old Testament, then New Testament and a few others. Thinking Fellowship has been the latest one I have tried. The topics are right in line with what I’m looking for including reading material for other great sources of information. Can’t say enough good things about these guys. Keep up the great work!!
A Reformed Baptist

Nov 16

Pastor Andrew Woods

Hey guys, great podcast! I appreciate learning from you guys. As a Baptist we certainly have differences but Law and Gospel distinctions are great. Keep up the good work and may the Lord be glorified!
Political Podcast

Nov 7

Scooby F Baby

I have listened to every episode that the Thinking Fellows has produced, but the banter at the beginning was hilarious. I agree with Scott that it was interesting. I forget his choice of words there, but on this topic and especially on abortion, you gentleman are right! We do have to make a stronger stand against this atrocity. I am a victim of this and whose ex-wife aborted our very own child, and while claiming she was a Christian. This topic is very dear to me and I am happy that you spoke up on the topic of abortion! Solus Christus, Ryan
Confessions

Jul 13

jwatts nm

I have been returning to the conversations on Augsburg Confession and blessed by the Biblical, philosophical, and deep reflection.

The Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.