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The show that helps Christian men become the worldview leaders their families and churches need.
Join Joel Settecase as he answers the questions the world is asking and discusses the Christian worldview with teachers, preachers and theologians. Together, they will help you build a legacy for your family: you, your kids and your wife will be able to confidently give answers from the Bible and see Jesus change lives as you share your faith.
Presented by The Think Institute (https://thethink.institute).
Join Joel Settecase as he answers the questions the world is asking and discusses the Christian worldview with teachers, preachers and theologians. Together, they will help you build a legacy for your family: you, your kids and your wife will be able to confidently give answers from the Bible and see Jesus change lives as you share your faith.
Presented by The Think Institute (https://thethink.institute).
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Jun 18, 2024 • 35min
#84 What Is Christian Education?
Christian Apologetics—the defense of your faith—can easily lead to getting sidetracked. It's important to keep the Gospel as the goal of your approach.In this episode, you're getting an exclusive sneak-peak at one of the lectures of the Apologetics Foundations Course from the Hammer & Anvil Society.
Specifically, you will learn:
00:00 Introduction
1:40 What is education?
2:09 Who is primarily responsible for children’s education?
2:43 Four sources of education
2:52 The role of fathers and mothers in education
5:29 God’s role in education
8:05 The church’s role in education
10:09 The state’s role in education
12:43 What should the curriculum be?
23:44 The ultimate goal of education
24:52 The goal of student owned learning
26:09 The goal of maturity
27:11 Practical steps you can take now
32:16 Conclusion
This is a free, sample lecture from the Hammer & Anvil Society's Apologetics Foundations course.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 22min
#83 How to Get Better At Using Evangelism With Your Apologetics
Christian Apologetics—the defense of your faith—can easily lead to getting sidetracked. It's important to keep the Gospel as the goal of your approach.
In this episode, you're getting an exclusive sneak-peak at one of the lectures of the Apologetics Foundations Course from the Hammer & Anvil Society.
Specifically, you will learn:
• What Is Mankind's Biggest Problem?
• Why we need certainty—and how to explain this to a non-Christian
• Why sin is such a problem, and how to explain this to a non-Christian
• The Bible's solution to sin
• How to clearly and concisely articulate the Gospel
• How to transition smoothly from apologetics to evangelism
This is a free, sample lecture from the Hammer & Anvil Society's Apologetics Foundations course.
Get more info about this course here: https://thethink.institute/apologeticsfoundations
Learn about our men's educational fellowship here: https://thethink.institute/society.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Humanity's Biggest Problem
01:30 The Need for Certainty
03:57 The Problem of Sin
05:03 What Is Sin?
07:14 The Bible's Solution for Sin
08:13 Two Key Bible Passages
10:32 What the Gospel Requires
12:47 How Evangelism and Apologetics Are Interconnected
13:49 How to Transition to Evangelism
14:08 An Example of How to Do This
17:07 Conclusion

May 28, 2024 • 43min
#82 I Answered 8 Theological Questions from Christian High Schoolers
Today you're going to hear real questions asked by teenagers, and how to give them clear answers straight from God's word.
Specifically, you will hear answers to the following questions:
Why do you think that people from other parts of the World have such different beliefs than Christians?
Why do some other religions that sound like Christianity, like Mormonism change the truths of the Bible and believe different things?
Can you share with us some memorable experiences you have had in defending the faith and using apologetics?
What is the best way to evangelize to a Muslim?
What methods can you share in how to defend the faith with someone who denies Christianity and the truths of the Gospel?
Is it selfish to choose God just because you don't want to go to Hell?
What is your theory on Zeus, unicorns and dragons?
Where and how do you think the Greek gods came about?
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May 23, 2024 • 55min
#81 Life Lessons from True Crime | Guest: J. Warner Wallace
If you listened to the previous version of this episode, you heard the unedited version. Apologies—I've fixed it. —Joel
Over the last 10 years, your culture has shifted, and your apologetics needs to shift with it. We need an approach to defending our faith that shows why Christianity is not merely true but also GOOD. That's just what J. Warner Wallace gives us in this episode. Jim talks with Joel Settecase about his book, "The Truth In True Crime."
There's a lot of really great knowledge packed into this episode, and it's going to help you become better able to live a good life, lead your family and defend your faith.
(Don't miss what Jim says about fatherhood toward the end!)
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About The Think Institute:
We are a Christian educational and evangelistic nonprofit. We exist to revolutionize the way Christian men engage with their faith, providing them with the education, resources, and community necessary to effectively witness and disciple within their spheres of influence.
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In this episode you will learn about the following:
• Have we reached a point in history where we need to shift our apologetics focus?
• What resources does the Christian man have to suffer well?
• How to move from post-traumatic stress to post-traumatic growth
• How rethinking the narrative structure of your life can help you find meaning in all the chapters of God’s story and reinterpret your trauma
• What about the universal need for fathers?
• The secret sauce to flourishing
• How can Christianity help us be better dads?
• Why do we fear death?
• What terror management theory and mortality salience can teach us about how to live a better life.
• How Christian theology solves the fear of death.
Get J. Warner Wallace's new book and a TON of free resources at https://thetruthintruecrime.com.
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May 14, 2024 • 55min
#80 4 Realities of the Unseen Realm
Spiritual warfare is not actually all about flaming swords and yelling at demons.
Dive deep into the unseen battles that shape our lives daily. From understanding the nature of spiritual warfare to practical strategies for victory, join us as we equip ourselves to stand firm against the schemes of the enemy.
Specifically, you will learn about the following:
What is spiritual warfare and why is it important?
What is an example of spiritual warfare?
What is the purpose of spiritual warfare?
What are the three levels of spiritual warfare?
Spiritual Warfare verses
What is the spiritual warfare in Ephesians?
What are types of spiritual warfare?
What are the spiritual weapons of warfare?
What to do in spiritual warfare?
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YOU MAY LIKE THESE VIDEOS
Know The Bible's Teaching About Demons! (Michael Heiser): https://youtube.com/live/NliHW1JGghw
4 Realities of the Unseen Realm (Introductory Guide): https://youtube.com/live/eNWF9_QVCbs
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May 8, 2024 • 38min
#79 What Spiritual Warfare Actually Looks Like
Spiritual warfare is not actually all about flaming swords and yelling at demons.Dive deep into the unseen battles that shape our lives daily. From understanding the nature of spiritual warfare to practical strategies for victory, join us as we equip ourselves to stand firm against the schemes of the enemy.
Specifically, you will learn about the following:
What is spiritual warfare and why is it important?
What is an example of spiritual warfare?
What is the purpose of spiritual warfare?
What are the three levels of spiritual warfare?
Spiritual Warfare verses
What is the spiritual warfare in Ephesians?
What are types of spiritual warfare?
What are the spiritual weapons of warfare?
What to do in spiritual warfare?
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Learn more about our men's fellowship: The Hammer & Anvil Society: https://thethink.institute/society.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 55min
#78 5 Powerful Prayers Every Father Should Know
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Prayer is given as a command, a privilege, and a source of power for the Christian. Yet even though we know all this, prayer can be difficult. Prayer is hard work—and it's harder when you don’t know what to say or how to do it.
Join us for as we discuss five biblical concerns facing every family, and how to pray in light of them.
Specifically, you will learn:
• Five challenges facing every family—including yours.
• Five model prayers in Scripture, addressing each of the challenges.
• A 3-step process for praying for your family and yourself, to strengthen your family's faith and spiritual health.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 29min
#77 Which Method of Apologetics Is the Best? (Presuppositional Apologetics Guide)
Christian apologetics—the defense of your faith—can be hard to understand, but it's easier when you follow the Bible's plan.
In this episode, you're getting an exclusive sneak-peak at the first lecture of the Apologetics Foundations Course from the Hammer & Anvil Society.
Specifically, you will learn:
The two major methods for doing apologetics.
Of the two, which one is superior.
One practical step you can take today to improve your apologetics.
This is a free, sample lecture for the full, paid course. Learn about the biblical basis for apologetics, and get access to the complete course here: https://thethink.institute/apologeticsfoundations.
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Learn more about our men's fellowship: The Hammer & Anvil Society: https://thethink.institute/society.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
6:56 The Two Ways of Doing Apologetics
7:24 Skeptic-First Apologetics
10:57 The Skeptical Cycle of Doom
13:21 Scripture-First Apologetics
16:20 Which Method Is Better?
20:30 One Practical Step to Improve Your Apologetics
27:34 Exclusive Learning Fellowship for Christian Men

Apr 9, 2024 • 24min
#76 How to Answer: "You Can't Use the Bible Because I Don't Accept It" (Respectful Response)
“Prove Christianity is true, but you can’t use the Bible, because I don’t accept it.”
In this episode we're going to provide a respectful response to this challenge.
Specifically, you will learn:
Why you shouldn't pretend to be neutral in this debate.
Why you must not give up the Bible in order to defend the Bible's teachings.
How to clarify your opponent's position using questions.
What a worldview comparison looks like and how to use it.
How to transition this conversation to the Gospel
And more...
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Learn more about our men's fellowship: The Hammer & Anvil Society: https://thethink.institute/society.
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Please support this work! Give to the Think Institute at https://thethink.institute/partner .
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Apr 2, 2024 • 31min
#75 Is Christianity Homophobic? (How to Respond)
Is Christianity Homophobic?
In this episode, you will learn how to respond to accusations that (1) Christianity is homophobic, or (2) Real Christianity is affirming of homosexual lifestyles.
Specifically, you will learn:
• What the word homophobia actually means and where it came from.
• Why, according to the actual definition of homophobia, Christianity is not homophobic.
• Why the accusation of homophobia is self-refuting, undermining all objective morality.
• Why biblical Christianity supports objective morality.
• How to share the Gospel with those caught in the homosexual lifestyle.
*** Join our new apologetics course starting April 1: https://thethink.institute/apologeticsfoundations ***
We begin with a look at the following verses:
Leviticus 18:22
Leviticus 20:13
1 Corinthians 6:9–11
Romans 1:26–27
Jude 1:7
Matthew 19:4–6
Mark 10:6–9.
Then we do a deep dive on the subject that I think you will find really helpful.
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Energetic & Drive Indie Rock by WinnieTheMoog
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