The Analytic Christian

Jordan Hampton
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My name is Jordan and I love exploring analytic Christian philosophy and theology. I interview professional philosophers, theologians, and biblical scholars on their published work. Watching/listening to this podcast will expose you to a wide range of topics, and challenge you to think more deeply about what you believe and why you believe it, whether you are a Christian or not.

Episodes

  1. What If Protestants AND Catholics Are Wrong About Salvation?

    09/13/2025

    What If Protestants AND Catholics Are Wrong About Salvation?

    I'm joined by Dr. Matthew Bates to his recent book, "Beyond the Salvation Wars: Why Both Protestants and Catholics Must Reimagine How We Are Saved" linked below.https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Salvation-Wars-Protestants-Catholics/dp/1540961737/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bA_aMC5JbBDl4LRH_2HpsCTgJLNgYEQYXoOLlviN0jyydLx_lxCoUf2esWk6FySsLPEg4kLV6QqGzkKCIPQ6IrcQvoTDqwkymRKro4fOnfc.sVNakTrFgKlPhygXZQ6T6XgXKXMKlvsjW06j7y9WpXM&dib_tag=se&hvadid=713541891727&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014321&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=13710165099483574680--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=13710165099483574680&hvtargid=kwd-2327802791462&hydadcr=22565_13730680&keywords=beyond+the+salvation+wars&mcid=cef4a76d9cdc38f98b0bfa5ee7c5e253&qid=1754883833&sr=8-10:00 Intro0:47 Is Unity Realistic?7:07 What is the Gospel Allegiance Model?12:44 What Do Protestants & Catholics Get Right & Wrong About the Gospel?21:42 What Role Does Baptism Play in Salvation?41:25 Rethinking Justification, Sanctification, & Good WorksI am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down currently about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com

    1h 1m
  2. Is It Better for Christians to Die Young and Go to Heaven Sooner?

    09/13/2025

    Is It Better for Christians to Die Young and Go to Heaven Sooner?

    Dr. Taylor Cyr joined me to discuss his paper, "A Puzzle About Death's Badness: Can Death Be Bad for the Paradise-Bound?" published in the International Journal for the Philosophy of Religion. The link to the paper is below.https://philarchive.org/rec/CYRAPA-20:00 – Intro00:44 Exploring the Puzzle02:27 Common Assumptions and Intuitive Beliefs03:56 Temporal Life vs. Eternal Paradise05:04 Unsatisfactory Answers to the Puzzle09:22 Pro Tanto Bad and Emotional Responses13:22 Proposed Solutions to the Puzzle22:00 Exploring the Paradox of Death and Grief23:17 Theological Implications of Prolonged Life25:43 Purgatory: A Deeper Dive30:30 Protestant Perspectives on Purgatory34:28 Metaphysical Views on Death and Resurrection38:25 Levels of Paradise: A New Perspective43:17 Final ThoughtsI am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com

    44 min
  3. Hell Isn’t What You Think – A New Model That Changes Everything

    09/13/2025

    Hell Isn’t What You Think – A New Model That Changes Everything

    Dr. Zachary Manis joined me to discuss his book, "Thinking Through the Problem of Hell: The Divine Presence Model."Link to the bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Through-Problem-Hell-Presence/dp/166677143000:00 Intro00:55 Exploring the Problem of Justice02:27 Counterarguments to the Problem of Justice19:15 The Problem of Coercion24:12 The Problem of Love27:04 Misguided Solutions to the Problem of Hell34:00 The Divine Presence Model46:25 The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit and Providence47:21 The Role of Tradition in Interpreting Core Doctrines48:34 Debating the Doctrine of Hell50:31 Divine Processions and Church History57:20 Introducing the Divine Presence Model of Hell59:53 Philosophical and Theological Implications01:07:31 Biblical Support for the Divine Presence Model01:15:03 Addressing Common Objections01:33:43 Final Thoughts and Reflections I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons in recent months, giving is down about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com

    1h 35m
  4. This NEW Theodicy Explains Why Nature Is So Cruel

    07/10/2025

    This NEW Theodicy Explains Why Nature Is So Cruel

    I'm joined by Dr. Brian Cutter and Dr. Philip Swenson to discuss their forthcoming article titled, "The Omission Theodicy" linked below.https://philarchive.org/rec/CUTTOT0:00 Intro1:01 What is a Subsumption Theodicy?10:27 What is the Omission Theodicy?15:42 Objection 1- Why Not Cut Out the Middle Man?20:31 Objection 2- It’s Not Worth the Cost23:46 Objection 3- What About Sufferer Centered Requirements?27:46 Objection 4- It’s Ad hoc with Wild & Implausible Speculations30:57 Objection 5- This Doesn't Fit With the Bible36:36 Advantages of the Omission Theodicy Over Other Theodicies53:21 Jordan's Final Thoughts on the Theodicy56:27 A Lingering QuestionLinks to two interview with Dr. Philip Swenson on objections to free will theodicieshttps://youtu.be/-QbYRxcz_qc?si=dlMWZc5426EjBjoIhttps://youtu.be/Wu7Vw6iDSgs?si=WFhYKTG7tIN4Fo21I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down currently about $150/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com

    57 min
  5. Two Views on The Bible, Science, and Human Origins

    07/10/2025

    Two Views on The Bible, Science, and Human Origins

    In this episode, two Christian scholars, Dr. Peter Enns and Dr. William Lane Craig, discuss differing views on the historicity of Adam and Eve. 00:00 Adam and Eve - Mere Fiction or Reality?00:37 What’s at Stake? (Dr. Enns)01:46 What's at Stake? (Dr. Craig)06:44 Agreement & Disagreement on What's at Sake09:42 Ad- Career Mentorship Program (Christians for Impact)11:11 What is the Genre of Genesis 1-11? (Dr. Enns)17:47 What is the Genre of Genesis 1-11? (Dr. Craig)25:01 Disagreement on Use of Genealogies as Indications of Historicity36:25 What did the Apostle Paul think about the Historicity of Adam and Eve? (Dr. Enns)41:04 What did the Apostle Paul think about the Historicity of Adam and Eve? (Dr. Craig)44:27 Disagreement on the Doctrine of Inspiration46:50 How does the Science of Human Origins bear on the Historicity of Adam and Eve?52:56 Jordan's Summary of the Discussion54:28 Dr. Enn's Concluding Thoughts56:03 Dr. Craig's Concluding Thoughts56:20 Which Video to Watch NextLink to FREE Career Mentorship Programhttps://bit.ly/3YEziAzLink to Dr. Enns bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Evolution-Adam-Bible-Doesnt-Origins/dp/158743315XLink to Dr. Craig's bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Quest-Historical-Adam-Scientific-Exploration/dp/080287911X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17MKDKJCCM8R3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ql0XKZFADeK2oT474qXQSRQAovkKXUBbaPdEGiazO8TNsXnf1MxjxY2ps_UHZ4OIluNkeZzQFudh7n-NHDV29sw0j7f1UhlmhI5edaw0AORTCeMI70pq0ruTim4MQOJ2t5WSnTE0BZw5ZaRJWBgk7fzAf29iaFYMTB01W0gwrAk.tiCoFwpXJF-N68sftSKR9S0DT32PXRXelWCNFbmvSnY&dib_tag=se&keywords=william+lane+craig+historical+adam&qid=1735012818&s=books&sprefix=william+lane+craig+historical+adam%2Cstripbooks%2C110&sr=1-1Please consider supporting this ministry by becoming a patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future interviews, email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    57 min
  6. What Genesis 1-3 REALLY Means - You've Been Reading it Wrong

    07/10/2025

    What Genesis 1-3 REALLY Means - You've Been Reading it Wrong

    Dr. John H. Walton joined me to discuss the updates to his book on the Lost World of Genesis One.Link to the bookhttps://www.amazon.com/New-Explorations-Lost-World-Genesis/dp/1514004917/ref=asc_df_1514004917?mcid=0396e0d0e7ec3714bd5d628e5bd2d8ed&hvocijid=16802412791478193463-1514004917-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16802412791478193463&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9014313&hvtargid=pla-2281435179098&psc=1I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down about $150/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com

    57 min

  7. 04/09/2025

    Want to Learn Metaphysics?...START HERE!!

    I'm joined by Dr. Justin Mooney, an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at College of the Holy Cross. He recommends five books you should read if you're interested in exploring the metaphysics.LINK TO FREE CAREER MENTORSHIPhttps://bit.ly/3YEziAzBook 1https://www.amazon.com/Metaphysics-Basics-Michael-Rea-ebook/dp/B08NTVM432/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LWFX8FFI4UOD&keywords=metaphysics%20the%20basics%20rea&qid=1688937420&sprefix=metaphysics%20the%20basics%20re%2Caps%2C366&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR3RWsVIoNtB0KZm_Vynq27LfAz58uU2koP868JMLysoXUlt-aIYJYk6RPUBook 2https://www.amazon.com/Plurality-Worlds-David-K-Lewis/dp/0631224262/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3MLW5K69F5P2M&keywords=on%20the%20plurality%20of%20worlds%20david%20lewis&qid=1688937490&sprefix=on%20the%20plura%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR2I4vIgEdtU_tKwlwzKO8SBSc8X-vbzcCMyZA4oRsFxYFiDAcS49ol2qWUBook 3https://www.amazon.com/Four-Dimensionalism-Ontology-Persistence-Association-Occasional/dp/0199263523/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OL9PYJLDL41C&keywords=four%20dimensionalism%20sider&qid=1688937565&sprefix=sider%20four%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR29-VKgRtTcpTqtz6_Ck4GIe5BjEBNmfBncfxLCVtUjOXmBfdmGInqbyZwBook 4https://www.amazon.com/Material-Beings-Peter-van-Inwagen/dp/0801483069/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GKBA2MWLRG54&keywords=material%20beings%20peter%20van%20inwagen&qid=1688937586&sprefix=material%20beings%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR01icefb4L4mUK-b6XyCtjPXKgRIL2JMXa-DnT5imguiAk6npNNn54Q--oBook 5https://www.amazon.com/Fiction-Metaphysics-Cambridge-Studies-Philosophy/dp/0521640806/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3KPKFM7O47076&keywords=fiction%20and%20metaphysics%20thomasson&qid=1688937607&sprefix=fiction%20and%20metaphysics%20thomasson%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR1q8weq2B-xgJLkPkVAcdm6Hz4SIU_dzZlTBaiUcZIkKjCGyFh6T_-TgfkBook 6https://www.amazon.com/Survey-Metaphysics-J-Lowe/dp/0198752539/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3UTT2W5LA9UI3&keywords=lowe+metaphysics&qid=1689012423&sprefix=lowe+metaphysics%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bcPlease consider becoming a Patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristian.comIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    13 min
  8. Can AI Have a Soul? The Answer Will SHOCK You!

    04/09/2025

    Can AI Have a Soul? The Answer Will SHOCK You!

    Dr. Brian Cutter is an expert in the philosophy of mind and he's a professor of philosophy at the University of Notre Dame.Link to Dr. Cutter's paper:https://philpapers.org/archive/CUTTAE.pdfLink to FREE Career Mentorship Programhttps://bit.ly/3YEziAz00:00 What is the AI Ensoulment Hypothesis?00:20 Should we believe the AI Ensoulment Hypothesis?00:55 Two Key Assumptions04:36 Christians for Impact Ad06:25 The Alien Argument18:40 The Fitting Recipient Argument35:30 Recommended Next VideoPlease consider becoming a patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have a question or suggestion for a future video please email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    36 min
  9. Knowing A Lot About God ≠ Knowing God

    04/09/2025

    Knowing A Lot About God ≠ Knowing God

    Dr. Matthew Benton is a professor of philosophy at Seattle Pacific University, and author of the book "Knowledge and God" linked below.Link to Dr. Benton's Book:https://www.cambridge.org/us/universitypress/subjects/philosophy/philosophy-general-interest/knowledge-and-god?format=HB&isbn=9781009533614Link to Free Career Mentorship:https://bit.ly/3YEziAz Please consider becoming a patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristian

    52 min
  10. Want to Learn Ethics???...START HERE!!

    04/09/2025

    Want to Learn Ethics???...START HERE!!

    Dr. Dustin Crummett is the Executive Director of the Insect Institute and an Affiliate Instructor in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington Tacoma. In this interview he gives a total of 18 book recommendations. The first 5 are at an intro level, and the others serve as more advanced and specific readings.Link to FREE CAREER MENTORSHIP:https://bit.ly/3YEziAzLink to My Video on Why Christians Should Be Effective Altruistshttps://youtu.be/plutFlvSFxgLink to a My Video on a Dilemma for Effective Altruismhttps://youtu.be/1JrzirY9mMQLink to Dustin's YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@dustin.crummettIf you value the content I produce on my channel, please consider becoming a patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for a future interview, please email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    19 min
  11. The Terrifying Truth About Moral Luck (You’re Not as Free as You Think!)

    04/09/2025

    The Terrifying Truth About Moral Luck (You’re Not as Free as You Think!)

    In this video, I'm joined by Dr. Garrett Pendergraft, professor of philosophy at Pepperdine University. In this video we discuss chapter 44, "Is Anything Really Under Our Control" in his book, "Free Will and Human Agency: 50 Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Thought Experiments." In the interview you will hear the problem of moral luck presented as an inconsistent triad, followed by four possible responses, followed by Dr. Pendergraft's preferred response to the problem.0:00 Intro05:31 Four Types of Moral Luck24:09 Christians for Impact Ad32:41 The Inconsistent Triad33:02 Four Possible Responses to the Triad35:31 Defense of Reasons Responsiveness50:44 Check Out the Next VideoLink to FREE CAREER MENTORSHIP:https://bit.ly/3YEziAzLink to Dr. Pendergraft's Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Free-Will-Human-Agency-Experiments/dp/0367641941/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3N5CJY2RMNICK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WRoGUA3aIfCz_x1pxpGDV4XwtUKPPFg8Q8Ug-y6ckSwG469PYgFb9OlAzez6kRr2Q86CN3KR7W0sVXuiYII6c4RoyWERVuYU6fSqgRqtrjmFnjqpWvG0C1b8yMQdF7iK4Wh5pWrEZCgZ9PHWZiLeHwRrQ4RqUX-QiIwNhEb2hIatyoTXt7498Fy8JcDAMKgV-3LEd5qZj5kVuesP9gwwWcU6MzniPGuQu5TmNju1ykE.S-zCQORceAHKTjVNUsBmJAj2mkv-SyI79DNyLOpvHAA&dib_tag=se&keywords=free+will+and+human+agency&qid=1741571694&sprefix=free+will+and+human+agency%2Caps%2C97&sr=8-1Please consider supporting this channel on Patreon. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future interviews, email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    51 min
  12. The Doctrine of the Eucharist: What Really Happens to the Bread and Wine?

    04/08/2025

    The Doctrine of the Eucharist: What Really Happens to the Bread and Wine?

    Do Christians eat the flesh and drink the blood of Jesus? In what sense is the bread his body, and the wine his blood? I asked an analytic theologian and anglican priest who is an expert on the topic of the eucharist to answer these questions and more. My guest is Dr. James Arcardi.00:00 Intro05:15 Three main views on the Eucharist06:13 The Ordinary Mode06:58 The Pneumatic Mode08:02 The Corporeal Mode12:16 Christians for Impact Ad14:01 Action at a Distance Model16:48 Second Personal Encounter Model22:37 Roman vs. German Views24:38 Transubstantiation26:35 Impanation32:23 Prosthetic Limb Analogy38:14 Cannibalism?42:30 Official View in Anglicanism?45:20 OutroLink to FREE CAREER MENTORSHIP:https://bit.ly/3YEziAzLink to the T&T Clark Handbook of Analytic Theologyhttps://www.amazon.com/Clark-Handbook-Analytic-Theology-Handbooks/dp/0567701018/ref=sr_1_1?crid=N5FJM053W2BL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.W4zK59aZZfBGNSzk5t8zwA.ZPFKNSRJjk9fksLoRoiE7rq8FaYVVtjn8hYCvPVSsAM&dib_tag=se&keywords=t%26t+clark+handbook+of+analytic+theology&qid=1742874814&sprefix=t%26t+clark+handbook+of+analy%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-1Please consider supporting this channel on Patreon. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future interviews, email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com

    46 min
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My name is Jordan and I love exploring analytic Christian philosophy and theology. I interview professional philosophers, theologians, and biblical scholars on their published work. Watching/listening to this podcast will expose you to a wide range of topics, and challenge you to think more deeply about what you believe and why you believe it, whether you are a Christian or not.

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