
Thinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing World
Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
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Latest episodes

Feb 20, 2024 • 25min
How Can Lament Transform Us?: A Conversation with Dr. Bryan Babcock, Pt 2
In this episode, James continues his conversation with Dr. Bryan Babcock, who contributed an essay on lament in the 2023 book titled A Praying People. James and Bryan discuss the way lament can help build Christian community and the way lament transforms us personally. Listen to Part 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or LifeAudio.com! Get A Praying People on amazon.com Purchase Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 19, 2024 • 23min
How Can the Christian Life Be Enriched by Lament: A Conversation with Dr. Bryan Babcock, Pt 1
In this episode of Thinking Christian, James speaks with Dr. Bryan Babcock. Dr. Babcock contributed an essay on lament in the 2023 book titled A Praying People. He also co-authored Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology with Drs. James Spencer and Russel Meek in 2018. James and Bryan discuss Bryan's work with various relief efforts and how that has shaped his understanding of lament. Listen to Part 2 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or LifeAudio.com! Get A Praying People on amazon.com Purchase Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 16, 2024 • 23min
Does Doing the Little Things Really Matter: Serving Those Around You- A Conversation with Beth Runkle, Pt 2
In this episode, James continues his conversation with Beth Runkle, author of Another Move God?. Beth talks about the unique needs of military families and the various ways God's people can reach out to and care for those serving in the armed forces. She also discusses her approach to discipleship through her ministry with CRU. Pre-order Beth's book titled Another Move God?: 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife at amazon.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 15, 2024 • 21min
Staying Focused on Serving God Despite Our Circumstances: A Conversation with Beth Runkle, Pt 1
In this episode, James sits down with Beth Runkle, author of the forthcoming book Another Move God?. Beth was a military wife for many years and talks about how she learned to focus on God's mission during times of significant transmission. Her book is focused on military wives, but the lessons are broadly applicable to anyone who is undergoing change and seeking to remain faithful to the Lord. Beth's book Another Move God?: 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife is available for pre-order at amazon.com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 14, 2024 • 34min
How to Improve Your Relationships with Love and Respect: A Conversation with Emerson Eggerichs
How can we improve our relationships just by showing love and respect? How have changes in the culture changed the way we relate to one another? In this episode, James continues his conversation with Emerson Eggerichs, author of Love and Respect and president of Love and Respect Ministries, and Emerson offers his perspective on how showing Love and Respect can help us develop stronger relationships. Listen to Part 1: https://apple.co/42Uh4wA / https://sptfy.com/Q3hH Get Love and Respect on amazon.com Find more from Dr. Emerson Eggerichs at www.loveandrespect.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 13, 2024 • 29min
How Love and Respect Can Improve Our Relationships: A Conversation with Emerson Eggerichs, Pt. 1
In this episode, James sits down with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, author of Love and Respect and President of Love and Respect Ministries. They discuss Ephesians 5 and the dynamics of love and respect within marriages and in other relationships. Listen to Part 2: https://apple.co/3SOiKmp / https://sptfy.com/Q3hI Get Love and Respect on amazon.com Find more from Dr. Emerson Eggerichs at www.loveandrespect.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 9, 2024 • 32min
New Opportunities to Be A Different Kind of Man: A Conversation with Nancy Pearcey, Pt 2
In this episode, James continues his conversation with Nancy Pearcey, author of The Toxic War on Masculinity. They discuss the ways remote work may be opening up opportunities for men to reestablish a bigger role in the home and a variety of other topics related to Nancy's research. You can purchase The Toxic War on Masculinity at amazon.com. To learn more about Nancy Pearcey visit: https://www.nancypearcey.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 8, 2024 • 26min
How Should Christians Think about Masculinity- A Conversation with Nancy Pearcey, Part 1
In this episode, James sits down wit Nancy Pearcey to discuss her new book titled The Toxic War on Masculinity. Nancy shares her research and perspective on the difficulties men are facing, as well as describing some of the odd challenges she faced while writing a book on men. Listen to Part 1 here. Get Nancy Pearcey's new book at: The Toxic War on Masculinity Learn more about Nancy Pearcey at: https://www.nancypearcey.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 6, 2024 • 44min
From Pain to Praise: Thinking Christian about Lament wtih May Young
In this episode, James speaks with Dr. May Young who authored a chapter in a book James co-edited titled A Praying People. Dr. Young is an expert on the topic of lament and the book of Lamentations. James and Dr. Young discuss lament more generally and how it can build community in the Church. Get A Praying People on amazon.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 2, 2024 • 29min
How Can the Church Play a Role in Government- Part 2
In this episode, James and Alin continue to discuss the role of the Church in the world and how individual Christians can participate in politics. Part 1: https://apple.co/3UEbsoa / https://sptfy.com/PYSY Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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