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Oct 8, 2025 • 43min

#133 Why We Must Disciple Men to Rebuild the Church (Current Events + Culture Reactions)

In this bold new episode of Worldview Legacy Today, Joel Settecase launches a powerful live format that takes on urgent cultural trends through the lens of biblical truth—and kicks it off by tackling one of the most pressing issues facing the church today: the crisis of men's discipleship.📉 Did you know that 2.7 million people are leaving the church each year in the U.S., and that America is now the fourth-largest unchurched nation on Earth?Joel breaks down the stats, exposes the root problem, and explains how the Think Institute is working to reverse the decline—one man, one household, and one local church at a time.You’ll hear:Why young people aren’t leaving the church because of arguments—but because they’ve never owned their faithHow father-led households are the most statistically powerful factor in long-term church engagementWhat the “Charlie Kirk Effect” tells us about leadership in the family, church, and public squareWhy Gen Z men are unexpectedly becoming one of the most receptive demographics to ChristianityHow YOU can be part of the movement to raise up bold, equipped, worldview-rooted men for the next generation🔨 Men are the linchpin—and when we reach fathers, we reach families, churches, and ultimately, entire communities.🔥 Call to Action:💥 Join the Movement: The Hammer & Anvil SocietyIf you’re a Christian man and you know God is calling you to more—to lead with confidence, defend your faith with clarity, and build a legacy of biblical truth—you need to check out the Hammer & Anvil Society.This is the Think Institute’s ultimate discipleship community for men: ✔ Weekly cohort calls ✔ A full library of courses ✔ Live teaching ✔ Brotherhood, accountability, and bold biblical trainingIt’s already transforming lives. Now it’s your turn.👉 Learn more and apply at: https://thethink.institute/society🤝 Help Us Reach More Men & ChurchesThe Think Institute is a nonprofit ministry equipping believers, empowering families, and strengthening churches with practical apologetics and worldview training. But we can’t do it alone.🛠 Partner with us to spread the gospel and rebuild Christian culture, one worldview leader at a time.💡 Learn more at: https://thethink.institute/partner🎧 Subscribe to the podcast at thethink.institute/podcast 📬 Get our newsletter: thethink.institute/newsletter👊 Stand firm, think deep, and lead well.Until next time, “I hope it made you think.”
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Oct 7, 2025 • 39min

#132 Is the Three-Fold Division of the Law True?

Dive deep into New Covenant Theology with the Hammer & Anvil Society. We're going to explore the concept of the Old Covenant Law as a unified, indivisible entity and discuss its temporary nature by divine design. You will discover how this understanding differentiates New Covenant Theology from Covenant Theology, and gain insights into the false tripartite division of the law. Learn why we say the Old Covenant law has been "decommissioned" and how Jesus Christ's fulfillment of the law brings in a brand new era. Men, get real accountability and knowledge to help you become the worldview leader your family and church need. Try out the Hammer & Anvil Society FREE. Learn more ➡️ https://hammerandanvil.circle.so/c/join/join-the-hammer-anvil-society----Check out our FREE CLASS on 3 Steps for Unleashing the POWER of Presuppositional Apologetics 🔥: https://youtu.be/pZPeyaqGRR4==============================⏰ Timestamps ⏰00:00 Introduction to the Old Covenant Law00:48 Understanding the Law as a Unit02:58 Covenant Theology vs. New Covenant Theology04:03 The Tripartite Division of the Law05:21 The Indivisibility of the Law09:21 The Decommissioning of the Old Covenant15:29 The Role of the Law in the New Covenant17:00 Open Discussion and Q&A19:12 Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Laws19:40 The Debate on Homosexuality and Theocratic Societies20:16 Understanding the Continuity of Laws21:03 The Law of Christ and New Covenant Theology23:48 The Sabbath: Moral Law or Covenant Sign?27:19 The Purpose of the Old Covenant Law29:00 Identifying the Moral Law of God34:48 The Sabbath and Creation Ordinance Debate37:02 Building a Legacy with the Hammer and Anvil Society==============================Here are the ways to learn from us here at The Think Institute: ==============================⚡ FREE CLASS: Watch our FREE Christian Worldview Masterclass here: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/masterclass⚡ NEWSLETTER: Try out the FREE email with the best weekly apologetics and Christian insights for worldview leaders here: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/newsletter.⚡ CHURCH TRAINING: Bring an IMPACTFUL weekend training event to your church or ministry ➡️ https://thethink.institute/forchurches⚡ MEETUP: Check out an IN-PERSON theology discussion. Join the MeetUp group and get all the updates: ➡️ https://meetup.com/thethinkinstitute.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 36min

#131 Does God Exist? Joel Settecase vs. Tom Jump | Full Presuppositional Debate

Welcome to Worldview Legacy, the show that equips Christian men to lead their families with biblical clarity and confidence.In this full, uncut debate, Christian apologist Joel Settecase faces off against atheist debater Tom Jump to tackle one of life’s most critical questions:Does the triune God of the Bible exist?Joel presents a presuppositional case for God’s existence, arguing that the preconditions of intelligibility — logic, science, morality, and knowledge itself — are impossible without the God of Scripture. Tom counters with naturalism, hypothetical alternatives, and challenges to presuppositional epistemology.This is a high-level, intense debate that dives deep into philosophy, worldview, and the foundations of reason itself.🔹 What You’ll LearnHow the presuppositional argument defends the existence of GodThe six preconditions of intelligibility and why they only make sense within the Christian worldviewHow Joel responds to naturalistic explanations and hypothetical “pocket universes”Why atheism fails to account for logic, science, and morality without borrowing from the biblical worldviewWhy Joel argues that denying God results in philosophical absurdityIf you want to defend your faith with confidence and lead your family well, this episode is for you.⚒️ Join the Hammer & Anvil SocietyThe Hammer & Anvil Society is the ultimate discipleship community for Christian men who want to grow as leaders, defenders of the faith, and spiritual protectors of their families.Gain access to weekly cohort calls, exclusive courses, challenges, and a brotherhood of like-minded men pursuing the biblical worldview together.🔗 Join Here →🙌 Support the MissionHelp us equip Christian men to lead their families and defend their faith.Partner with Worldview Legacy today:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partner🔔 Subscribe & ShareDon’t miss future debates, teachings, and Q&As designed to prepare you to answer the world’s toughest questions.➡️ Follow Worldview Legacy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 26min

#130 One Plan, One Savior: How Every Covenant Points to Jesus

In this episode, Joel Settecase — apologist, teacher, and President of The Think Institute — unpacks the first distinctive of New Covenant Theology:God has one plan, revealed in many covenants, and it’s all centered on Jesus Christ.Through a deep dive into Scripture, Joel explores how the biblical covenants — from Noah to Abraham, Moses, David, and the New Covenant — fit together perfectly within God’s unified redemptive plan. If you’ve ever wondered how the Old and New Testaments connect, this episode will clarify the big picture of God’s work in history and in your life.Why God has one plan of salvation, not separate plans for Israel and the Church.How every covenant — Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New — points to and is fulfilled in Jesus Christ.Why salvation has always been by faith, from the Old Testament through today.The stunning continuity of Scripture and how the gospel was preached even to Abraham.How the New Covenant transforms believers, granting forgiveness, righteousness, and the indwelling Holy Spirit.Why understanding God’s one plan deepens your worship, strengthens your confidence, and equips you to lead your family in the biblical worldview.Help us equip Christian men to lead their families with biblical clarity and confidence.Partner with The Think Institute today:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partnerDon’t miss future episodes designed to help you answer the world’s toughest questions from a biblical worldview.➡️ Follow The Worldview Legacy Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.MEN, Join the Hammer & Anvil Society: https://thethink.institute/society
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Oct 2, 2025 • 58min

#129 Equipping Christians to Defend the Faith | Joel Settecase on Stand Up for the Truth

Welcome to Worldview Legacy, the podcast that equips Christian men to lead their families with biblical clarity and confidence.In this episode, Joel Settecase joins Dave Wager on the Stand Up for the Truth radio show to discuss the urgent need for apologetics, the biblical defense of the faith, and why every believer must be prepared to give a reason for their hope in Christ.Drawing from 1 Peter 3:15, Joel explains how to respond when skeptics challenge your faith, how to engage both kids and adults with the gospel, and why the Christian worldview alone provides the foundation for logic, morality, science, and meaning.🔹 What You’ll LearnWhat apologetics really means — and why every Christian needs itHow to share your faith with confidence without sounding argumentativeA three-step biblical method to answer objections effectivelyWhy the Christian worldview uniquely explains morality, purpose, and truthHow to engage Gen Z, millennials, and skeptics with clarity and compassionWhy defending your faith begins with knowing God’s WordWhether you’re a pastor, small group leader, dad, or disciple, this episode will help you grow in confidence and boldness when talking about Jesus.⚒️ Join the Hammer & Anvil SocietyThe Hammer & Anvil Society is the ultimate discipleship community for Christian men who want to grow as leaders, defenders of the faith, and spiritual protectors of their families.Gain access to weekly cohort calls, exclusive courses, challenges, and a brotherhood of men pursuing the biblical worldview together.🔗 Join Here →🙌 Support the MissionHelp us equip Christian men to lead their families and defend their faith.Partner with The Think Institute today:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partner🔔 Subscribe & ShareDon’t miss future interviews, debates, and teachings designed to equip you to answer the world’s toughest questions.➡️ Follow Worldview Legacy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 52min

#128 The Danger of Drifting | Staying Anchored in Christ

Welcome to Worldview Legacy, the podcast that equips Christian men to lead their families with biblical clarity and confidence.In this teaching at Silver Birch Ranch in Wisconsin, Joel Settecase unpacks a critical warning from Hebrews 1–2:“We must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” (Hebrews 2:1)Like a ship straying one degree off course, even small compromises in our faith can lead us far from the truth. Joel explores why staying anchored to Christ and the new covenant is essential for our spiritual health and leadership as Christian men.🔹 What You’ll LearnWhy spiritual drifting is subtle but dangerousHow Hebrews 1–2 calls us to keep Jesus at the centerWhy Christ is greater than angels, the law, and all created thingsThe difference between the old covenant and the new covenant — and why the new covenant is betterFour common distractions that pull us away from Christ and how to overcome themHow to stay grounded in the gospel when the world — and even some churches — are driftingIf you want to grow as a leader, deepen your faith, and guide your family toward Christ, this episode is for you.⚒️ Join the Hammer & Anvil SocietyThe Hammer & Anvil Society is the ultimate discipleship community for Christian men who want to grow as leaders, defenders of the faith, and spiritual protectors of their families.Gain access to weekly cohort calls, exclusive courses, challenges, and a brotherhood of men pursuing the biblical worldview together.🔗 Join Here →Help us equip Christian men to lead their families and defend their faith.🙌 Support the MissionPartner with Worldview Legacy today:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partnerDon’t miss future sermons, debates, and teachings designed to equip you to answer the world’s toughest questions.🔔 Subscribe & Share➡️ Follow Worldview Legacy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
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Sep 24, 2025 • 19min

#127 From Legacy to Action: How Christian Men Can Carry the Torch

Episode OverviewCharlie Kirk was more than a commentator—he was a catalyst. In this episode, we talk about how Christian men can carry on that legacy by living with biblical conviction and courageous action in every sphere of life.We walk through practical, Scripture-rooted steps to:Make your political convictions heardEngage meaningfully in local politicsLive your faith boldly in publicUse your spiritual gifts to strengthen the churchLead your family in discipleship and catechismTap into community resources for long-term impactThis episode isn’t about admiration—it’s about activation. You’re not just a spectator in the Kingdom. You’re a soldier. Let’s get to work.Take Action✅ Join the Hammer & Anvil Society FREEReal accountability. Real brotherhood. Real growth.👉 https://hammerandanvil.circle.so/c/join/join-the-hammer-anvil-society🎓 FREE CLASS: 3 Steps to Unleashing the POWER of Presuppositional Apologetics▶️ https://youtu.be/pZPeyaqGRR4📺 Apologetics Answers Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfSpUNYR5qo6sv8Pk8x0tmaq8lLQHHlTm&si=FlnSB-pBhZ6SSaJETimestamps00:00 - Practical steps for civil engagement04:59 - Serving faithfully in your local church08:12 - Leading your family with biblical clarity13:14 - Discipling others and building your legacyMore Ways to Grow🎙️ Podcast: https://thethink.institute/podcast📧 Newsletter: https://thethink.institute/newsletter🏛️ Church Training: https://thethink.institute/forchurches📍 Meetup Events: https://meetup.com/thethinkinstitute📖 “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16#ChristianManhood #CharlieKirk #GreatCommission #Apologetics #BiblicalManhood #FamilyDiscipleship #ChurchLeadership #ThinkInstitute #HammerAndAnvil
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Sep 17, 2025 • 22min

#126 Charlie Kirk, Biblical Masculinity & Building a Godly Legacy

Watch my full reaction to Charlie Kirk's assassination here. Episode OverviewIn this powerful episode, we examine the influence of Charlie Kirk through a biblical lens—how his convictions shaped his stance on family, church, masculinity, and politics. We break down:His call to reject the feminization of menHis vision for strong, biblical familiesHis bold challenge to churches in the culture warHis political involvement as a mission—not just strategyAnd how his personal walk with Christ fueled it all🔥 Take ActionMen, if you want to build a lasting legacy that honors God, this one’s for you.✅ Join the Hammer & Anvil Society FREEReal accountability, real brotherhood, real training. Become the worldview leader your family and church need.👉 https://hammerandanvil.circle.so/c/join/join-the-hammer-anvil-society🎓 Watch our FREE Masterclass3 Steps to Unleashing the POWER of Presuppositional Apologetics▶️ https://youtu.be/pZPeyaqGRR4📺 Watch the full Apologetics Answers playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfSpUNYR5qo6sv8Pk8x0tmaq8lLQHHlTm&si=FlnSB-pBhZ6SSaJE⏰ Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & shocking announcement00:21 - Charlie Kirk's worldview on the family00:53 - Masculinity, marriage, and family legacy10:20 - Church, authority, and spiritual warfare11:09 - The father’s role in building the church11:36 - Charlie Kirk’s impact on the church today12:08 - Combating wokeness biblically13:02 - A legacy built on faith and conviction14:51 - Political action as discipleship💥 More from The Think Institute🎙️ Podcast: https://thethink.institute/podcast📧 Newsletter: https://thethink.institute/newsletter🏛️ Church Training: https://thethink.institute/forchurches📍 Meetup Events: https://meetup.com/thethinkinstitute🧠 ThinkSquad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thinksquad📖 "We demolish arguments and every proud thing raised against the knowledge of God, and we take every thought captive to obey Christ." — 2 Corinthians 10:5#BiblicalMasculinity #CharlieKirk #ChristianWorldview #Apologetics #FamilyLeadership #ThinkInstitute #HammerAndAnvil #WorldviewLegacy
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Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 58min

#125 Does God Exist? Christian vs. Atheist | Full Debate (Joel Settecase vs. Godless Engineer)

Welcome to Worldview Legacy, the show that equips Christian men to lead their families with biblical clarity and confidence.In this full, uncut debate, apologist Joel Settecase faces off against atheist debater John Gleason (aka Godless Engineer) to tackle the most important question anyone can ask:Does the Christian God exist?Joel defends the presuppositional argument: that logic, science, morality, and knowledge itself are impossible without the God of Scripture. John pushes back with objections about evidence, morality, and God’s character. The result is an intense, fast-paced exchange packed with philosophy, theology, and apologetics.🔹 What You'll LearnThe presuppositional case for God’s existenceThe six preconditions of intelligibility and why they point to ChristHow to answer atheist objections about morality and evilWhy science, logic, and evidence depend on GodHow the gospel addresses the deepest questions of truth and meaningIf you want to sharpen your apologetics and strengthen your faith, this episode is for you.🙌 Support the MissionHelp us equip Christian men to lead their families in the biblical worldview.Partner with Worldview Legacy today:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partner🔔 Subscribe & ShareDon’t miss future debates, teachings, and Q&As that prepare you to answer the world’s toughest questions.➡️ Follow Worldview Legacy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 41min

#124 El Elyon: Discovering the God Most High — Why Jesus Deserves Our All

In this episode, Joel Settecase — apologist, pastor, and President of The Think Institute — takes us deep into one of Scripture’s most awe-inspiring truths: God’s name El Elyon — God Most High.Through Genesis 14 and Colossians 1, Joel unpacks four powerful truths about God’s supremacy and connects them directly to Jesus Christ:Why God is called El Elyon and what that means for your life today.How Jesus is revealed as the Most High in Colossians 1.The four ways Jesus displays His supremacy:Creator & Sustainer: He holds the universe together.Ruler & Blesser: He governs His people and gives life.Conqueror: He defeated our greatest enemy — death itself.Worthy of Worship: Jesus reconciles us to God and deserves our all.Why science and faith aren’t enemies — but why science depends on Jesus.How understanding El Elyon will transform your worship, your confidence, and your leadership as a Christian man.This episode isn’t just theological — it’s deeply practical. You’ll walk away with a renewed vision of who Jesus is and what it means to place Him on the throne of your life.If you believe in equipping Christian men to lead their families in the biblical worldview, partner with us:🔗 https://thethink.institute/partnerDon’t miss upcoming episodes that equip you to answer the world’s toughest questions from a biblical worldview.➡️ Follow The Worldview Legacy Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.🔹 What You'll Learn🙌 Support the Mission🔔 Subscribe & Share

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