Filter: Biblical Clarity in a Confusing World

Aaron Shamp
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Our world can be confusing. Many of us are looking for clarity in how to think about the many topics and problems in our culture. In 'Filter,' Aaron Shamp engages the questions we all face in conversation with expert guests. This show provides you with biblical clarity for our confusing world so that you can face the chaos of life with wisdom, integrity, and courage. www.aaronshamp.com

  1. Trevin Wax on the Praying through the Life of Jesus in 30 Days

    12/05/2023

    Trevin Wax on the Praying through the Life of Jesus in 30 Days

    In this conversation, Trevin Wax talks about his book Life of Jesus in 30 Days and the prayer journey it offers. He explains the inspiration behind the book and the structure of the prayer journey, which involves praying three times a day. Trevin emphasizes the importance of punctuating the day with prayer and the compounding effect of regular prayer. He also discusses the benefits of engaging with different genres of Scripture in prayer and the importance of blending structure and spontaneity. Finally, Trevin addresses the challenges of busyness and distractions, offering encouragement to maintain prayer discipline. Trevin Wax is vice president of research and resource development at the North American Mission Board and a visiting professor at Cedarville University. A former missionary to Romania, Trevin is a regular columnist at The Gospel Coalition and has contributed to The Washington Post, Religion News Service, World, and Christianity Today, which named him one of 33 millennials shaping the next generation of evangelicals. He has served as general editor of The Gospel Project and has taught courses on mission and ministry at Wheaton College. He is the author of multiple books, including The Thrill of Orthodoxy, Rethink Your Self, This Is Our Time, and Gospel Centered Teaching. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/trevin-wax-prayer SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the conversation 01:36 The inspiration behind the book 'Life of Jesus' 04:07 The structure and purpose of the prayer journey 05:21 The significance of praying three times a day 08:19 The benefits of punctuating the day with prayer 10:09 The compounding effect of regular prayer 11:28 The importance of structure and spontaneity in prayer 17:01 The value of engaging with different genres of Scripture 23:28 The benefits of blending different genres in prayer 35:04 Dealing with busyness and maintaining prayer disciplines 41:08 Overcoming distractions and making time for prayer 42:44 Challenges of Distraction and Temptation 43:32 Reorienting Ourselves to God 43:45 Becoming More Like Jesus 44:42 Revolutionizing Prayer Life 45:11 Recommendation and Conclusion –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    47 min
  2. Drew Dyck on Just Show Up and the Power of Small Acts of Faithfulness

    11/27/2023

    Drew Dyck on Just Show Up and the Power of Small Acts of Faithfulness

    In this Filter episode, I talked with Drew Dyck about his new book, Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything. Dyck shares his insights on the power of persistence and the significance of everyday faithfulness, challenging the common belief that only big, bold moments matter. He emphasizes the importance of showing up for God, family, community, and oneself, and how these small acts of obedience to God accumulate into a life of meaning and impact. Dyck's candid reflections on his journey, coupled with inspiring stories of ordinary people saying yes to God, offer us a practical demonstration of the power of faithfulness in every area of life. Drew Dyck is an editor at Moody Publishers and the former managing editor of Leadership Journal. He is the author of several books, including Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science (Moody, 2019). Drew’s work has been featured in Christianity Today, Relevant, and CNN.com. He lives with his wife, Grace, and their three children, near Portland, Oregon. Connect with Drew at DrewDyck.com or on Twitter @DrewDyck. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/drew-dyck SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    49 min
  3. Neil Shenvi on Critical Dilemma and Responding to Social Justice Ideologies

    11/14/2023

    Neil Shenvi on Critical Dilemma and Responding to Social Justice Ideologies

    I’m excited to present another episode featuring Neil Shenvi, co-author of Critical Dilemma. In this conversation, we unravel the complexities of contemporary critical theories like critical race theory and social justice ideology. Shenvi and co-author Pat Sawyer navigate the implications of these theories for society and the church, condemning racism while advocating for racial healing and unity. Their book balances the valid insights of critical theory with critical analysis, exposing its foundational flaws. Praised for its scholarly depth and accessibility, Critical Dilemma offers a nuanced understanding of these divisive theories. It provides a valuable resource for addressing societal challenges and engaging with illiberal progressive arguments. Neil Shenvi has an A.B. in chemistry from Princeton and a Ph.D. in theoretical chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley. He was a research scientist at Yale University and Duke University and has published over thirty peer-reviewed scientific papers. In addition, his writings on critical theory have been published by the Journal of Christian Legal Thought, the Gospel Coalition, Eikon, Ratio Christi, and the Liberty University Law Review, among others. He is married and currently homeschools his four children. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/neil-shenvi SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    59 min
  4. Scott Klusendorf on The Case for Life and Objections to the Pro-Life Position

    11/06/2023

    Scott Klusendorf on The Case for Life and Objections to the Pro-Life Position

    I’m excited to welcome Scott Klusendorf to the podcast to discuss the new edition of his book The Case for Life. This book is an insightful and compelling defense of the pro-life movement. With engaging writing and well-researched arguments, he dismantles common pro-choice beliefs, presenting a compelling ethical, scientific, and philosophical case for protecting unborn life. This valuable resource equips readers with clear and logical responses to challenging pro-choice arguments, challenging them to consider the moral implications of their stance and grasp the sanctity of human life. Scott Klusendorf (MA, Biola University) is the president of Life Training Institute, where he trains pro-life advocates to persuasively defend their views. A passionate and engaging platform speaker, Scott's pro-life presentations have been featured by Focus on the Family, Truths That Transform, and American Family Radio. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/scott-klusendorf SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    1 hr
  5. Glenn Sunshine on Christianity and Halloween

    10/30/2023

    Glenn Sunshine on Christianity and Halloween

    Should Christians participate in Halloween? Glenn Sunshine comes back on the podcast to discuss the history of Halloween. We investigate its origins and how it changed over time. He also informs us how Halloween is celebrated differently today than it was in centuries past, and he helps us discern if a Christian should take part in Halloween celebrations. Glenn Sunshine (Ph.D., Renaissance and Reformation History) is a former professor of history at Central Connecticut State University, a ministry associate at Reflections Ministries, and a senior faculty member of the Colson Fellows. An award-winning author, Glenn has published books, articles, and book chapters on history, theology, and culture, online, and on both sides of the Atlantic. His book Why You Think the Way You Do: The Story of Western Worldviews from Rome to Home (Zondervan, 2009) received the 2006 Acton Institute Book Grant. Glenn has also taught courses on four continents. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/glenn-sunshine-halloween SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    39 min
  6. Understanding and Applying the Numbers 6 Benediction Today

    10/23/2023

    Understanding and Applying the Numbers 6 Benediction Today

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    56 min
  7. Jonathan Leeman on the Meaning, Limits, and Use of Authority

    10/09/2023

    Jonathan Leeman on the Meaning, Limits, and Use of Authority

    What does the Bible have to say about authority? The use of power is addressed all over Scripture and is relevant to every area of our lives. Authority is used in our homes, churches, workplaces, and the broader society. Jonathan Leeman joins the show on this episode to discuss these topics along with his new book Authority. Jonathan Leeman is the editorial director for 9Marks. After doing undergraduate and graduate degrees in political science, Jonathan began his career in journalism where he worked as an editor for an international economics magazine in Washington, D.C. Since his call to ministry, Jonathan has earned a master of divinity and a Ph.D. in theology and worked as an interim pastor. Today he edits the 9Marks series of books as well as the 9Marks Journal and is the co-host of Pastors Talk. He has written for a number of publications and is the author or editor of a number of books. Jonathan lives with his wife and four daughters in a suburb of Washington, DC and serves as an elder at Cheverly Baptist Church. He teaches adjunctively at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and the Reformed Theological Seminary. You can follow him on Twitter at @Jonathan Leeman. SHOW NOTES: https://www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/jonathan-leeman SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    42 min
  8. Samuel James on Digital Liturgies

    09/25/2023

    Samuel James on Digital Liturgies

    Evangelicals frequently address the need for discerning the content with intake online. However, we are less likely to draw attention to how the web as a medium forms our character. Samuel James argues that we must draw attention to the habitat of the web and raise our awareness of how it pulls us away from the wisdom of God. We discussed his new book Digital Liturgies which provides an excellent introduction to Christians for how to think wisely about the internet. Samuel James is the associate acquisitions editor at Crossway. He is the author of Digital Liturgies, a regular newsletter on Christianity, technology, and culture. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with his wife, Emily, and their three children. SHOW NOTES: www.aaronshamp.com/podcast/samuel-james SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support  –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus​ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aaronshamp.com

    46 min
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Our world can be confusing. Many of us are looking for clarity in how to think about the many topics and problems in our culture. In 'Filter,' Aaron Shamp engages the questions we all face in conversation with expert guests. This show provides you with biblical clarity for our confusing world so that you can face the chaos of life with wisdom, integrity, and courage. www.aaronshamp.com

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