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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

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Feb 20, 2024 • 42min

Social Justice Fallacies

In this episode, Sean and Scott explore the concept of social justice versus biblical justice, based on economist Thomas Sowell's book Social Justice Fallacies. They critique common misconceptions and disastrous consequences of social justice efforts, challenging racial stereotypes and genetic determinism. The discussion also delves into the impact of family background on opportunities and the fallacy of treating humans like chess pieces to achieve societal goals.
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Feb 16, 2024 • 45min

Cultural Update: Our Thoughts on "He Gets Us" ads; Double Euthanasia; Is a soulmate a real thing?

Discussion on duo euthanasia and its implications, critique of the soulmate model of romance, analysis of the 'He Gets Us' Super Bowl commercials, reflections on the shooting at Joel Osteen's church, listener questions on animal rights and surrogacy.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 45min

A Light in the Darkness of Human Trafficking (with Eddie Byun)

Eddie Byun, author of 'A Light in the Darkness', discusses human trafficking and the church's responsibility. Topics include prevention, intervention, and restoration methods, sex trafficking in massage parlors, advocating for stronger laws, engaging with others, and the role of churches in pursuing justice.
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Feb 9, 2024 • 39min

Cultural Update: Transgender Regrets; Anti-Semitic Sperm Donation; Understanding Evangelicalism; Is hunting wrong?

This podcast discusses transgender treatments, anti-Semitic sperm donation, understanding evangelicalism, hunting ethics, and addressing 'woke' ideologies within Christian organizations and unity in navigating social justice issues.
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Feb 6, 2024 • 41min

"He Gets Us" at the Super Bowl (with Ed Stetzer)

Step into the captivating world of faith and advertising with Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer in this Think Biblically podcast episode. Explore the groundbreaking "He Gets Us" campaign, a visionary effort by Christian business leaders and marketing experts to reshape contemporary views of Jesus, fostering curiosity and dialogue among skeptics and believers alike. Stetzer delves into the campaign's strategic approach to reach a broader audience, its significant impact on engagement with the Bible and church communities, and addresses the criticism it faces. Additionally, Ed provides details on a companion book to the campaign. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the innovative intersection of faith, culture, and marketing, offering deep reflections on making Jesus' message resonate in today's world.Read a transcript of this episode at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/he-gets-us-at-the-super-bowl. ==========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.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 40min

Cultural Update: After-school Satan clubs; Cops using DNA to predict a suspect's face; Listener questions

Discussion on after-school Satan clubs and the implications of religious liberty. Ethics of law enforcement using DNA for suspect's facial features. Australian bill for voluntary assistance in dying, including children and people with dementia. Query on homosexuality in biblical times and attending worship services of other faiths.
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Jan 30, 2024 • 56min

Do Animals Have Rights?

The hosts discuss animal rights, meat consumption, and the treatment of animals. They review Peter Singer's influential book, explore the moral problem of animal suffering, and question the concept of speciesism. They also discuss the government's role in protecting rights and the biblical evidence for Jesus eating meat. The speakers debate interfering in the predator-prey relationship and highlight Christians integrating faith into business practices. Overall, they encourage further exploration of a Christian perspective on animal rights.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 42min

Cultural Update: Legal responsibility for child's actions; "Post-Truth" Universities; Jordan Peterson; Pope on Surrogacy; Listener Questions

Special guest Rick Langer joins the hosts to discuss the legal responsibility of parents for their child's actions in the context of a school shooting case. They also explore the declining confidence in higher education due to postmodernism and the questioning of truth. The implications of Jordan Peterson's license revocation and Pope Francis's condemnation of surrogate motherhood are also examined. Additionally, they address listener questions regarding debt and financial stewardship and the order of creation.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 33min

The Case for Life (with Scott Klusendorf)

"The Case for Life" features Scott Klusendorf, Founder and President of a pro-life organization. They discuss engaging the abortion discussion, training individuals, addressing challenges in Christian schools and churches, examining the philosophical issue of abortion, commemorating Roe v. Wade, and finding hope in the debate.
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Jan 19, 2024 • 36min

Cultural Update: Polyamory, Lab Grown Eggs, Atheist Churches, and the Responsibility of Christian Voters

The podcast discusses the mainstreaming of polyamory, advances in lab-grown human eggs, the rise of atheist churches, and the responsibility of Republican voters. They also explore the implications of polyamorous relationships with children and the possibility of reproduction using lab-grown human eggs. Additionally, they discuss the differences between Mormonism and other religions and explore the concept of salvation and the role of faith in the Old and New Testaments.

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