Kingdom Thinking

Kingdom Thinking: Today on the series finale of Kingdom Thinking, Hansel and Josh look back at some of our favorite, best, and funniest quotes from Kingdom Thinking. It has been our absolute pleasure to study God's Word with you and think about our world from a biblical perspective. We hope you continue to study the Bible and think biblically about everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh dive into a discussion about culture and its affects on how we read the Bible. It is impossible to not be affected by the people and world around us but how do we make sure that we are understanding Scripture how God meant for us to? How can we recognize our cultural bias when reading God's Word? Is there anything we can do about it? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Josh and Hansel discuss Enes Kanter and his views on how the NBA and its stars have handled, or ignored, the atrocities being done to people in China. Enes Kanter Freedom's stand has had repercussions as all Boston Celtics games have been pulled off the air in China, but is it worth it? Kanter's statements about the concentration camps and treatment of Muslims paints a horrific picture of what China is doing. Josh and Hansel gives their thoughts on what Christians should be doing in this situation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh talk about Gen Z and studies that show they are leaving the church. Their generation says they're spiritual but not religious, see a disconnect between the Church and LGBT+ rights, and has an issue with Christians aligning themselves with Conservatism politics. What should be done about this? Does Gen Z have a point? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today, Josh and Hansel are talking about Kyle Beach, the NFL hockey player who just revealed he is suing the Chicago Blackhawks for their mishandling of his sexual assault case when he was on the team. Why is abuse so easily swept under the rug in professional sports? How are we prevent abuse? What can Christians do to help with this issue? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Josh and Hansel are reacting to former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden's emails that recently came out of an NFL investigation. The emails seems to offend pretty much every marginalized group as they contained racist, homophobic, and transphobic language. How should we as Christians respond when a celebrity or athlete has a moral failure? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Josh and Hansel discuss where Christians should celebrate Halloween or not. The holiday has root in paganism but did you know it also has roots in Christian tradition? So where does that leave us? We will also look at a video from Pastor Matt Chandler to see his thoughts on Halloween. We discuss all this and more in today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Josh and Hansel react to a video from a pastor in the International Fundamental Baptist Church. They dive into abuse in the church, people who use the Bible to justify their b ad behavior, and what we as Christians need to do when we see this happening in the Christian community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss whether Christians should choose to attend a Secular or a Christian college. Are there benefits to going to a Secular university? Are there downfalls? Is it possible that Christian colleges have some downfalls? We discuss all this and more in today's video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh react to a video of Pastor Greg Locke, who was recently banned from Twitter. In the video, Locke encourages his church not to wear masks, get the COVID vaccine, or give in to "crack smoking, demon-possessed leftists". Hansel and Josh talk about if Pastor Greg deserved to be banned by Twitter, the irrationality of the phrase "Faith over Fear", and if Christians are really being persecuted during this time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Josh and Hansel react to a video from Mark Moore about if it is possible/biblical to be a Progressive Christian. Our hosts will define what a Progressive Christian is and it we can live according to the Bible through the lens of that worldview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Josh and Hansel respond to John MacArther's thoughts on how Christians should believe when it comes to politics. What does the Bible say about politics? How should a Christian vote? Can a real Christian vote Democrat or do they always have to vote Republican? We discuss all this and more on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American media is built on fear and worry. Is it a sin to worry? What does the Bible say about worry? What are the effects of worry on our lives? What is the difference between worry, fear, and anxiety? How can we learn to not be so worried? Josh and Hansel Discuss all this and more on Kingdom Thinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, we're talking all about Eschatology, which is a fancy word for the theology of the end times/end of the world. Why does it matter that we have a proper biblical theology of the end times? How does a knowledge of what the Bible says about the end times affect how we live and how we do ministry? We discuss all this and more on today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yes, we're going there. Should Christians get vaccinated? Is "loving our neighbor" a Biblical reason to wear a mask and get the COVID vaccine? Is there any reason the Bible gives to not get the vaccine? Should Christians who already have the vaccine wear a mask? We hope that you would be open to listening and contributing to the discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are continuing our discussion on Critical Race Theory! How should Christians approach Racial Reconciliation? What does the Bible have to say about CRT, racism, and police brutality? What would be a proper Christian Worldview about Critical Race Theory? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Josh and Hansel respond to Simon Bile's decision to pull out of some of her events at the Olympics. They look at 3 popular perspectives the public/politicians/culture has given in the wake of Bile's decision and ask the question How should Christians respond? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Hansel and Josh discuss the importance of having some understanding of Christian Theology. We don't have to be seminary students to learn theology! Should churches take on the responsibility of teaching theology to their congregations? We discuss this and more in today's episode! Please tell us in the comments what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Hansel and Josh react to the the recent NFL commercial claiming "Football is Gay". Does the NFL genuinely care about social issues or are they only concerned with money? And how should Christians respond when companies behave this way? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss church over Zoom. Is it enough for us to sit at home and stream a church service? What about the verse that talks about us not neglecting to meet together? What is the point of in-person services? We discuss all that and more on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Josh and Hansel discuss the doctrine of sin. What is sin? How is it described in the Bible? How should we as Christians talk about sin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Hansel and Josh discuss can or should Christians cuss? Is it wrong for followers of Jesus to curse? Are we allowed to say bad words? Let's see what the Bible has to say about that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss Christians and Government. Specifically, we will dig into the recently released Fauci emails and the Coronavirus Lab Leak theory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who has ever read the Bible has walked away with questions so today we get into the questions we wish we could ask Jesus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are discussing Critical Race Theory! What is Critical Race Theory? Is it Biblical? Should Christians subscribe and be proponents of Critical Race Theory? We ask that you leave your pre-conceived notions about CRT (whether positive or negative) at the door and come into this discussion with an open mind so we can have a healthy dialogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Hansel and Josh discuss the Doctrine of Scripture. What does it mean that the Bible is God's Word? And what are the implications for Christians as we attempt to teach using the authority of Scripture? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss the Doctrine of Humanity. What does it mean to be human? What does being human have to do with the image of God? What does the Bible have to say about humanity? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss deconstruction. Many millennials and Gen Z people who grew up in the church are going through a process of deconstructing their faith. In this episode, we will NOT tell you how to deconstruct your faith. We hope to create a safe space for all Christians, ex-Christians, Progressive Christians, and anyone else to feel comfortable with your doubts and questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hansel and Josh discuss Spirutal Warfare. What is spiritual warfare? How should Christians respond to it? What does the Bible have to say about the subject? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the wake of the Derek Chauvin verdict, Hansel and Josh discuss how Christians should respond. What is our responsibility in this and the Black Lives Matter discussion? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Hansel and Josh respond to Lil Nas X's new song and music video for his song Montero (Call Me By Your Name). What is the Biblical response to Lil Nas X? How should Christians respond? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Hansel and Josh pick up their conversation on cancel culture. They examine a journalist's attempt to get Oral Roberts University disqualified from the NCAA March Madness tournament due to their traditional stance on marriage and LGBTQ+ issues. What should Christians do when their beliefs are on the chopping block of cancel culture? Check out part one from last week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: On today's episode, Hansel and Josh discuss Christians and Cancel Culture. What is Christians role when it comes to Cancel Culture? In what ways have Christians participated (and even pioneered) Cancel Culture? By what standards should we judge past actions? We discuss all this and more this week on Kingdom Thinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Hansel and Josh discuss Christian Nationalism and Christian Patriotism. What is the difference between these 2 terms? Are there any potential issues with a Christian loving America? Is America A nation that Jesus uses to good things or is America THE nation that Jesus uses to do all the good things? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: Today, Hansel and Josh take a look at suicide from a theological perspective. Does someone lose their salvation if they commit suicide? Is killing oneself a sin? What does God think about suicide? These are all important questions. We discuss all this and more on today's episode. Remember, help is available. If you or a loved one is struggling with suicide or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at +1 (800) 273-8255 (USA). Don't wait. This call could save someone's life. Speak with a counselor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Hansel and Josh discuss a question Christians have been debating forever; Can a Christian lose their Salvation? Is it possible for someone to turn their back on Jesus and lose the free gift of eternal life? What does the unforgivebale sin have to do with all this? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: On today's episode, Hansel and Josh are rejoined by Egypt McKee, founder Out of Egypt Ministries, to continue their discussion on the N-word and what role Christians play in the racial dialogue. Their discussion centers around the N-word in the different spheres of America; the public and private spheres. We hear about Egypt's personal stories of racism and being profiled by people in public. Our hosts also talk about how we can't stop being a part of the problem and start being a part of the solution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kingdom Thinking: On today's episode, Hansel and Josh are joined by Egypt McKee, founder Out of Egypt Ministries. The discussion is all about the n-word and other racial slurs. What have our hosts experiences with racial slurs been? What is a biblical view of the N-word? How does free speech play into the use of racial slurs? We will also discuss Morgan Wallen and his recent use of the N-word as it relates to forgiveness, cancel culture, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Christians Pro-Life or just Pro-Birth? What is the difference between being Pro-Life and Pro-Birth? In this episode Hansel and Josh will discuss these questions, as well as unpack some new views on abortion in Christian circles—and whether or not they hold up biblically and logically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the past few decades it has become more socially acceptable for people to live together before marriage. Today Hansel and Josh ask the question: can Christians live together before marriage? What does the Bible have to say on the subject? Are marriage and living together basically the same thing? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh discuss Christians and marijuana. Is it okay for Christians to smoke weed? Is marijuana okay in moderation or should we not use it at all? What about medical marijuana? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Hansel and Josh discuss the relationship between Christianity and science. They dig into some of the historical background of the scientific field, Christians' positions on reason and science, postmodern thinking, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh discuss the topic of divorce. Divorce is very common not just among non-Christians but also in the Christian community. When is divorce actually permitted? Is divorce our last resort or a viable option when marriage isn't what we thought it was? What does God think about divorce? We discuss all this and more on this episode of Kingdom Thinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our special Christmas Episode of Kingdom Thinking! Hansel and Josh discuss some of the hardest hitting topics surrounding Christmas like real trees vs fake trees, the Best Christmas movie of all time, and saying Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays. After this light-hearted discussion, we dive into Advent. What is Advent? Why do we celebrate the "Advent Season"? And why do we celebrate Christmas? We discuss all this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh discuss guns in America from a Christian perspective. What does the Bible say about guns and gun violence? As Christians, what should we believe when it comes to guns? What are the different Christian perspectives on guns? It is okay for a Christian to own a gun? We discuss all this and more on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh and Hansel discuss how Christians should engage with culture. Should we engage at all? Should we sit on the sidelines and only spend time with Christians? Should we only spend time with non-Christians? What does it mean to "be in the world but not of it?" We discuss all this and more on this episode of Kingdom Thinking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is all about Women! Christians come to different conclusions about the role of women both in the home and in the church. Can women serve on church leadership? Can women be pastors? Should Christians follow "traditional" gender roles? What the heck are Complementarianism and Egalitarianism? We discuss all this and more on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh discuss how Christians should use and spend their money. How much should we give to the church? How much money should we spend on new shoes? How much should we spend on our hobbies? These are all important questions but are they the right questions we should be asking? We discuss all this and more on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh discuss Christians and how we should interact with race issues in America. What should we believe about the Black Lives Matter movement? Is it okay to say "All Lives Matter"? What does the Bible about to say about Race? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hansel and Josh continue their conversation on Mental Health. They discuss two perspectives on counseling for Christians: Biblical Counseling Method and the Integration Perspective. Both seek to help Christians struggling with mental health but is one better and more biblical than the other? Hansel and Josh discuss this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices