Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

The Church Fathers provide a vital link from the time of Jesus and the apostles to future generations. Who were they? What did they care about? And what can we learn for today? Sean and Scott interview Talbot professor Ken Berding with these questions and more.  Additional Resources:  The Apostolic Fathers: A Narrative Introduction  Kenneth Berding's blog  Kenneth Berding is a professor of New Testament at Talbot School of Theology. He is an author of various books, some academic (such as Polycarp and Paul), some semi-academic (such as What Are Spiritual Gifts? Rethinking the Conventional View), others for-the-classroom (such as Sing and Learn New Testament Greek or The Apostolic Fathers: A Narrative Introduction), and still others for-the-church (such as Walking in the Spirit or Bible Revival: Recommitting Ourselves to One Book). He has published articles in such journals as the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, Vigiliae Christianae, New Testament Studies, and Journal of Early Christian Studies. He is the director of Bible Fluency: Sing It, See It, Study It. Before coming to Talbot, Berding was a church planter in the Middle East and taught at Nyack College just north of New York City. He has a heart for God and ministry, has written many worship songs, and has served as a worship pastor in local church ministry.  Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/learning-from-the-church-fathers  ==========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.

What is the scientific evidence for evolution? How is the Darwinian paradigm faring? Sean and Scott interview Dr. Jonathan Wells about his recent book Zombie Science, which offers a critique of some of the most common arguments offered for evolution. Dr. Wells offers some perspective and insight from being engaged in discussions and debate over evolution and intelligent design for the past few decades.  Dr. Jonathan Wells is a Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and culture. He holds Ph.D.s in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley and in Religious Studies from Yale.  Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/zombie-science  ==========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.

Do we really live in a post-truth culture? How do we effectively communicate truth in a world dominated by feelings? Scott and Sean interview speaker and author Abdu Murray (from Ravi Zacharias Ministries) about his new book Saving Truth. Murray offers some cultural insights and practical tips for evangelism and apologetics today.  Abdu Murray is North American Director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and is the author of three books, including his latest, Saving Truth: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World. He is a former Muslim who came to faith in Jesus after a long journey of investigation. He also is a former lawyer with a law degree from the University of Michigan.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/saving-truth  ==========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.

Are Mormons Christians? Is the Mormon church aligning with historic Christian doctrine? And how do we best share the good news with our Mormon friends, neighbors, and co-workers? Sean and Scott interview author, scholar, and missionary Eric Johnson about these questions and more.  Eric's latest book is Sharing the Good News with Mormons: Practical Strategies for Getting the Conversation Started.  Eric Johnson serves with the organization, Mormonism Research Ministry, as a scholar, writer and speaker. He co-hosts the daily program, Viewpoint on Mormonism, and is the author of several books on Mormonism, including the one featured in this podcast.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/sharing-the-good-news-with-mormons  ==========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.

In her new best-selling book "Love Thy Body," Nancy Pearcey argues that modern culture commits one huge fallacy--denigrating the value of the body. This mistake lies at the heart of how our secular culture thinks about some of the most common ethical issues of today, such as euthanasia, abortion, and transgenderism. Scott and Sean interview Pearcey about how the church can offer a humanizing worldview that embraces the value and dignity of the body.  Best-selling author Nancy Pearcey has been heralded as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual" in The Economist). She is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Baptist University. With Chuck Colson, she was the founding editor of Breakpoint radio program. She has spoken in the US Capitol, White House, Princeton, Stanford, and has appeared on numerous radio and television spots.  Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/love-thy-body  ==========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.

In this discussion, Jonathan Morrow, Director of Creative Strategies at Impact 360 Institute and author, tackles tough questions about the Bible. He shares his journey from doubt to faith and emphasizes the importance of intellectual inquiry in Christianity. Morrow addresses controversial topics like alleged sexism in the Bible, the narratives of genocide, and the intersection of faith and science. He provides insights on the credibility of early Christian beliefs and discusses the relevance of miracles today, urging a thoughtful approach to challenging biblical texts.

In this fascinating look at the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh, Sean and Scott interview Professor William Havlicek, one of the world’s leading experts on Van Gogh. William teaches at the Laguna College of Art and Design in Laguna Beach, California and has written Van Gogh’s Untold Journey, the story of the Christian faith of Van Gogh and how it is portrayed in his artwork. Join us for this conversation with Dr. Havlicek.  Dr. William Havlicek is professor at the Laguna College of Art and Design in Laguna Beach, California. He holds a Ph.D. in aesthetics from Claremont Graduate University, is a studio artist and one of the leading experts on the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh.  Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/vincent-van-gogh-s-journey-of-faith  ==========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.

Scott and Sean interview Dr. Richard Weikart, professor of history at Cal State Stanislaus on the connection between evolutionary ethics and the re-emergence of eugenics in culture today. Dr. Weikart is the author of several books which he discusses in this podcast, including, Hitler’s Ethic, Hitler’s Religion, and The Death of Humanity, in which he shows the link between evolutionary ethics and the erosion of respect for the sacredness of life. He also dispels the notion that Christian faith had anything to do with the Holocaust.  Dr. Richard Weikart is Professor of History at California State University, Stanislaus, and author of From Darwin to Hitler: Evolutionary Ethics, Eugenics, and Racism in Germany, Hitler’s Ethic, and Hitler’s Religion.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/hitlers-ethic-and-religion-and-eugenics-today  ==========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.

Victoria Robinson had an abortion. She hid the hurt and shame for years, even while working at a church and pregnancy resource center. After experiencing God's grace and forgiveness, she now has a story she wants to share with other women (and men). Sean and Scott interview Victoria about her story. She also shares her insights about the state of the pro life movement and some practical ways churches can better minister to women who have had abortions.  Victoria Robinson is Director of External Relations for the pro-life organization, Save the Storks. She is a widely sought after speaker, media guest and former radio host.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/grace-and-redemption-after-abortion  ==========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.

In this stimulating conversation, Sean and Scott interview Dr. Paul Chamberlain, director of the program in Christian Apologetics at Trinity Western University in Canada, and author of the book Why People Stop Believing. Dr. Chamberlain chronicles the story of several prominent Christian leaders who gave up their faith — then he proceeds to answer the most common objections to Christianity that these former Christian leaders have in common.  Dr. Paul Chamberlain is Director of the Institute for Christian Apologetics at Trinity Western University in Vancouver, BC, and Professor of Apologetics, Philosophy and Ethics also at TWU. He also serves as the Canadian director for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. He is the author of six books and numerous journal articles and presentations. He is a widely sought after speaker globally.   Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2018/why-people-stop-believing  ==========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.