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Joel Settecase tackles one of the most common—and misunderstood—claims about Christianity: “The Bible says you shouldn’t judge.” In this episode of Worldview Legacy, Joel breaks down what Jesus actually meant in Matthew 7:1 and shows that far from forbidding judgment altogether, Scripture teaches us how to judge righteously, humbly, and biblically.You’ll learn how to apply God’s Word to moral evaluation without hypocrisy, how to distinguish between judgment and condemnation, and how to handle false teaching, sin in the church, and moral issues in a culture that hates discernment. Joel walks through both what kinds of judgment are prohibited and what kinds are required, giving Christian men the tools to think clearly, lead faithfully, and defend the truth with grace and courage.If you’ve ever been told “judge not,” this episode will equip you to respond with clarity, conviction, and a deeper understanding of God’s justice and mercy.Calls to ActionJoin the Hammer & Anvil Society — the Ultimate Discipleship Community for Christian Men.Are you ready to lead with strength, courage, and faith? God has called you to be a leader—of your family, in your church, and in your community. But you weren’t meant to do it alone. Join a brotherhood of Christian men who will stand by your side, challenge you, and sharpen you like iron sharpens iron.Dive in: https://thethink.institute/societyGive to The Think Institute — Your Support Can Make a Powerful Impact.The Think Institute relies on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to equip Christian fathers and their families to stand firm on God’s Word in today’s challenging climate. The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Give here: https://thethink.institute/partner

Proving the Resurrection: When Evidence Meets Axiomatic FaithJoel Settecase takes us deep into one of the most foundational truths of Christianity—the resurrection of Jesus Christ—and shows why our defense of that truth must start with Scripture, not autonomous reason or mere probability. In this powerful episode, Joel revisits a blog post he wrote over a decade ago, analyzing his own youthful apologetic mistakes and revealing how a presuppositional approach transforms our understanding of evidence, logic, and faith.Joel walks through how to engage skeptics biblically, dismantle atheistic assumptions, and build an apologetic that honors Christ as Lord in your heart and argument. Learn how to show that the resurrection is not just probable—it’s necessary, because the Bible says it and the Bible is the foundation for all knowledge.This episode is both a theological deep dive and a practical apologetics masterclass for Christian men who want to stand firm in truth, lead with courage, and disciple their families to do the same.Calls to ActionJoin the Hammer & Anvil Society — the Ultimate Discipleship Community for Christian Men.Are you ready to lead with strength, courage, and faith? God has called you to be a leader—of your family, in your church, and in your community. But you weren’t meant to do it alone. Join a brotherhood of Christian men who will stand by your side, challenge you, and sharpen you like iron sharpens iron.Dive in: https://thethink.institute/societyGive to The Think Institute — Your Support Can Make a Powerful Impact.The Think Institute relies on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to equip Christian fathers and their families to stand firm on God’s Word in today’s challenging climate. The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Give here: https://thethink.institute/partner

Six years ago, Joel Settecase published a provocative article titled “30 Questions to Ask Atheists, Agnostics & Skeptics.” Now, for the first time, someone has answered them—publicly. In this episode of The Think Institute Thursday, Joel reads and responds to a detailed blog post by atheist writer Dalbert from Daily Kos, who attempted to take on all 30 questions point-by-point.Using a presuppositional apologetics approach, Joel doesn’t just refute Dalbert’s responses—he exposes the underlying assumptions and demonstrates how only the Christian worldview can account for reason, truth, and morality. This episode is a masterclass in how to lovingly and logically engage with unbelief.What you’ll learn:How atheists answer worldview challenges—and where their logic breaks downWhy morality, logic, and truth can’t exist without GodThe key difference between presuppositional and evidential apologeticsHow to use questions to lead unbelievers toward gospel truthReferenced articles:The Original 30 QuestionsDalbert’s Response on Daily KosSupport the mission:Join the Hammer & Anvil Society — thethink.institute/societyPartner with The Think Institute — thethink.institute/partnerSubscribe for more weekly content on worldview, theology, and apologetics.

In this eye-opening episode of Worldview Legacy Today, Joel Settecase explores the growing normalization of the occult and psychedelic use in our culture—and how Christians should respond. From pop culture’s embrace of witchcraft and spiritism to the spiritual experiences touted by psychedelic advocates, Joel uncovers what’s really going on beneath the surface and shows how the biblical worldview gives us a framework to understand and confront these trends. If you've ever wondered why things feel so spiritually chaotic today—or if you're looking for clarity in a confused world—you don't want to miss this episode.What You'll LearnWhy the occult and psychedelics are seeing a cultural resurgenceThe dangerous spiritual realities behind these practicesHow Satan distorts truth and mimics biblical experiencesWhat the Bible says about altered states, sorcery, and demonic deceptionHow Christians can respond with discernment, courage, and the gospelWhy Jesus is the only true source of spiritual wisdom and freedomLinks & Resources📘 Got Questions: What is the Occult?🔗 https://www.gotquestions.org/occult.html📗 Erwin Lutzer: Do Demons Exist and What Are They?🔗 https://www.moodymedia.org/articles/do-demons-exist-and-what-are-they/📺 Fox 12 Oregon — Blackthorn Mercantile Story🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKC9AK75foQ🙌 Get Equipped🛡️ Download The Think Institute’s Spiritual Warfare Guide:🔗 https://thethink.institute/store/p/spiritual-warfare-guide📖 Want to build your biblical worldview and pass on the legacy of faith? Check out the Hammer & Anvil Society: https://thethink.institute/society🤝 Partner with us to help more believers defend the truth and lead with confidence: https://thethink.institute/partner📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/thethinkinstitute🎙️ Follow the podcast on your favorite platform and leave a 5-star review!Take ActionShare this episode with a friend who’s been asking spiritual questions or dabbling in “alternative” spirituality. You could be the one God uses to open their eyes.

Joel Settecase breaks down two major stories through a biblical worldview:1️⃣ Trump ends the Israel–Hamas war and frees the hostages.2️⃣ Phil Vischer (VeggieTales) dodges the question: Is abortion ever justified?From geopolitics to morality, Scripture speaks clearly to peace, justice, and the value of every human life.TOPIC 1: TRUMP ENDS THE ISRAEL–HAMAS WARSources:World News Group: https://wng.org/roundups/free-at-last-1760391913The Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-freed-the-hostages-and-secured-a-ceasefire-heres-whats-next-for-gazaBible: Romans 12:15; Matthew 5:9; John 16:33; Ephesians 2:14–16; Galatians 3:28–29; Colossians 3:11Takeaway: We celebrate peace, but true peace only comes through Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace.TOPIC 2: IS ABORTION EVER JUSTIFIED?Sources:Phil Vischer Twitter thread (Oct. 11–14, 2025)Church Fathers on Abortion: https://www.churchfathers.org/abortionAllie Beth Stuckey debate: https://x.com/benshapiro/status/1977415916519665677Bible: Exodus 21:22–25; Psalm 139:13–14; Psalm 51:5Takeaway: Life begins at conception. Abortion is intentional killing—murder in God’s eyes.Final Thought: Whether peace in the Middle East or life in the womb, every issue finds clarity in Scripture. Understand the Word. Believe it. Live it.Join the Hammer & Anvil Society → https://thethink.institute/societyPartner with The Think Institute → https://thethink.institute/partner#WorldviewLegacyToday #NewsdayTuesday #TheThinkInstitute #ChristianWorldview #Apologetics #Israel #Abortion #Bible

The Controversial Books Missing from the BibleWorldview Legacy Episode #144Did early church leaders hide essential books from the Bible? Are we missing out on “lost gospels” or ancient wisdom that could shake the foundation of our faith? In today’s episode, Joel Settecase tackles one of the most persistent myths that undermines biblical authority—and he does it with razor-sharp clarity and biblical depth.Joel walks through the true history of the Old and New Testament canon, explains why books like 1 and 2 Maccabees didn’t make the cut, and exposes the real motivation behind the Council of Trent’s decision to include the Apocrypha. Along the way, you’ll see how Jesus himself affirmed the Old Testament canon—and why the Protestant Bible is exactly what God intended His people to have.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why the idea of “missing books” is more fake conspiracy theory than factThe biblical and historical evidence for a closed Old Testament canonHow Jesus affirmed the exact books Protestants recognize todayWhy the Apocrypha was added by the Roman Catholic Church in the 1500sWhat Luke 24 and “Abel to Zechariah” reveal about Jesus' view of ScriptureThe three rigorous criteria for New Testament inclusionWhy books like the Gospel of Thomas were rejected—rightfullyWhy the canon wasn’t imposed from the top down, but recognized bottom-up by the ChurchThe critical difference between inspiration and historical valueKey Takeaways:The Old Testament canon Jesus affirmed includes the Law, Prophets, and Writings—not the ApocryphaThe Council of Trent added books as part of a theological reaction to the Reformation, not on the basis of historical canonNew Testament books had to be apostolic, authentic, consistent, and widely recognizedHeretical books often failed the theology test—they contradicted already-accepted ScriptureThe idea that Emperor Constantine chose the canon is historically false and misleadingThe canonization process was guided by truth, not conspiracyRelevant Scripture References:Luke 24:44Matthew 4:4Romans 10:11Jude 14–15Isaiah 53Matthew 24:15Genesis 3:15Acts 17:10–152 Timothy 3:16–17Join the Hammer & Anvil Society:You’re a Christian man. You want to build a legacy, disciple your family, and stand firm in the truth. The Hammer & Anvil Society is your discipleship brotherhood—equipping you through courses, community, and weekly cohort calls.👉 https://thethink.institute/societyPartner with The Think Institute:Fuel the mission of equipping more men to defend and proclaim the truth of God’s Word. Become a financial partner today.👉 https://thethink.institute/partner

In this jam-packed episode of Worldview Legacy, Joel Settecase explores the deep questions that define who we are and how we live. What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Why are young men in Gen Z facing a crisis of identity? And how do ancient flood myths from around the world support the Bible's historical truth?Joel begins with a moment of humble self-reflection, sharing why he took down a previous episode that didn’t meet the Think Institute’s high standards. Then he walks through the biblical case for why animals are not made in the image of God—and what makes human beings utterly unique in creation.You'll also hear Joel break down sobering new research on the identity crisis among Gen Z men, and how scripture engagement dramatically boosts confidence and purpose. Finally, he uncovers fascinating global flood legends—Aztec, Hindu, Chinese, and Babylonian—that actually confirm the biblical account rather than undermine it.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why the Think Institute removed an episode about Pokémon and IsraelWhat it really means to be made in the image of GodWhy animals, though amazing, do not bear God’s imageFrancis Schaeffer’s powerful framework for understanding man vs. beastWhat’s driving the Gen Z male identity crisis—and how to fix itHow knowing scripture transforms your view of yourselfWhy dozens of cultures around the world have similar flood storiesHow the Tower of Babel explains the spread of “myth”Why the biblical flood account is superior to all othersWhat Jesus and the apostles said about Noah’s flood—and why it mattersTakeaways:You are not a beast. You are made in God’s image.The Bible gives the clearest, truest picture of who you are.Identity isn’t found in feelings—it's found in following Jesus Christ.The truth of scripture is not just spiritual—it’s historical and global.Relevant Passages:Genesis 1:26–27, Psalm 139:13–14, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Proverbs 10:19, Romans 12:2, Matthew 24:37–39, 2 Peter 2:5Join the Hammer & Anvil SocietyIf you’re ready to stop drifting and start building your life on the truth, join the discipleship community for men who want to lead in faith, family, and worldview.👉 https://thethink.institute/societySupport The Think InstitutePartner with us to spread biblical worldview and apologetics training far and wide.👉 https://thethink.institute/partner

Today on Worldview Legacy, Joel Settecase delivers a wake-up call for Christians navigating the cultural chaos of secular education, false religions, and faulty reasoning. Through the lens of Proverbs 9 and the solid foundation of God’s Word, Joel explores what happens when we build our lives—and our worldviews—on anything other than Jesus Christ.Joel breaks down three key areas: the failure of public education to remain neutral, the internal contradictions of Mormonism, and how even logic itself demands a triune God. This episode equips listeners with biblical clarity and apologetic confidence to stand firm in the truth.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your intellectual "house" needs a rock-solid foundationHow public schools already promote a religious worldview (and it’s not Christian)What “separation of church and state” really meant to the FoundersWhy neutrality in education is a myth—and what replaces itHow to engage Mormons using a 3-step Presuppositional approachWhy the three laws of logic point directly to the triune God of ScriptureThat all truth, wisdom, and knowledge are hidden in Jesus ChristKey Takeaways:There is no such thing as worldview neutrality—education is always discipleshipSecular humanism functions as the dominant religion in public education todayJesus must be the foundation of all true learning, not an optional additionMormonism collapses under the weight of its own theological contradictionsLogic reflects the mind and nature of the triune GodRemove Jesus, and you lose the ability to even account for truthJoin the Hammer & Anvil Society:The premier discipleship community for Christian men who want to master apologetics, pass on the faith, and build lasting legacies.👉 https://thethink.institute/societyPartner with the Think Institute:Support this mission and help spread biblical truth in a world full of lies.👉 https://thethink.institute/partner

Today on Worldview Legacy Today, Joel Settecase takes us deep into the heart of biblical fatherhood, cultural leadership, and scriptural wisdom. This episode explores how Christian fathers shape not only their families—but civilizations—and why it’s urgent to recover this foundational role in a collapsing culture.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why the family is the nucleus of civilization and missionHow fathers shape societal stability from the ground upWhat Proverbs 8 reveals about wisdom and ChristWhy the law of Christ, not the 10 Commandments, should govern our livesWhat the THINK Method is and how it transforms your Bible studyWhy John Stonestreet is right about the image of God and resisting tech idolatryHow to respond when you fall back into sin you swore offThat George Bernard Shaw wanted humans to justify their existence—and why only Jesus canJoin the Hammer & Anvil Society:The premier fellowship for Christian men building strong legacies of biblical leadership, worldview clarity, and godly accountability.👉 https://thethink.institute/societyPartner with the Think Institute:Fuel the mission to help men lead with courage, wisdom, and biblical conviction in their homes and churches.👉 https://thethink.institute/partner

Does the Bible REALLY Teach Young Earth Creation and a Global Flood?In this compelling episode of Worldview Legacy, Joel Settecase tackles one of the most hotly debated theological and scientific questions of our time: Does the Bible actually teach a young Earth and a global flood?Kicking off with a current event from Arkansas, Joel shares a powerful victory for religious freedom, where a Christian student stood up for his right to share the gospel and won. This story sets the tone for the rest of the episode—courage, clarity, and conviction in the face of cultural pushback.Then Joel dives into the heart of the discussion: the biblical case for a young Earth and a literal, global flood. He unpacks the genealogies in Genesis 5 and 11, explains why the biblical record is more trustworthy than ancient pagan texts like the Sumerian Kings List, and walks through multiple Old and New Testament passages that support a global deluge and early creation of mankind.He addresses key objections and counters the idea that the biblical authors borrowed from pagan mythology. Instead, Joel makes a strong case that Scripture gives us an authoritative, historical record of God’s creative and redemptive work—starting from the very beginning.Finally, Joel highlights how the biblical worldview gives us not just a true history, but a foundation for confidence, boldness, and mission today.Topics:01:00 – Religious Liberty Victory in Arkansas12:00 – The Sumerian King List vs. Genesis Genealogies30:00 – Did Noah’s Flood Really Happen?44:00 – Does the Bible Teach a Young Earth?54:00 – Comments, Wrap-up & Teaser for Future Topics55:00 – Call to ActionTake ActionAre you a Christian man who wants to lead your family, answer tough questions, and build a legacy rooted in God’s Word? Join The Hammer & Anvil Society — a discipleship community that equips men to build the biblical worldview through live teaching, robust courses, brotherhood, and accountability.👉 Learn more and join today: https://thethink.institute/societyWant to support the work of the Think Institute and partner with us in spreading biblical truth?👉 Learn more here: https://thethink.institute/partner