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On November 12, our church family gathered to hear from Christopher Watkin, author of Biblical Critical Theory. Over the course of the evening, Dr. Watkin helped us rethink one of culture's most persistent questions: Who am I? Drawing on everything from Star Wars to Viktor Frankl to the biblical narrative itself, he showed us why the stories we live in shape us far more than we realize, and why the gospel offers a truer, richer, and more hope-filled story than any we could possibly write for ourselves.ABOUT CHRISTOPHER WATKINChristopher joined us from Melbourne, Australia, where he is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies at Monash University. He is a Fellow of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics, a leading voice at the intersection of philosophy, theology, and cultural critique, and recently authored Biblical Critical Theory. His writing traces how individuals and societies make sense of the world—especially when confronted with contrasting beliefs and ideas. As a Christian thinker and teacher, Dr. Watkin brings deep intellectual rigor to bear on questions of meaning, culture, and faith in contemporary life.
Vice President JD Vance comments about his interfaith marriage saying he hopes his wife becomes a Christian. Fighting in Nigeria continues, and President Trump remarks about possible intervention. Tucker Carlson hosts a friendly interview with alt-right Nazi sympathizer Nick Fuentes. Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts defends the interview and re-ups his support for Carlson. Mike Cosper and Clarissa Moll discuss these headlines, and Clarissa talks with Collin Hansen of The Gospel Coalition about cultural apologetics in our modern age. REFERENCED IN THE EPISODE: -The Bulletin episode 213 - segment 2 about Nigerian Christians with Liam Karr -Jihadists Persecute Christians in Nigeria. Is It Genocide? by Emmanuel Nwachukwu -The Gospel After Christendom: An Introduction to Cultural Apologetics GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: -Join the conversation at our Substack. -Find us on YouTube. -Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Collin Hansen is the vice president for content and editor-in-chief of The Gospel Coalition and executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is an author, journalist, and podcast host known for books like Young, Restless, Reformed and Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. Hansen also hosts the Gospelbound podcast and is an adjunct professor at Beeson Divinity School. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more. “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: Kevin Morris Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pastor Tim Keller is a Presbyterian legend. Redeemer Church, which he planted in Manhattan, became a model for dozens of churches across the US and the globe. His sermons, lectures, interviews, and books presented a provocative and winsome gospel to today's cultured skeptics. Even during his lifetime, Keller was a flashpoint, and the debate over his work and legacy has continued since his death in 2023. To many, he is a stalwart hero; to others, his effort to be winsome left him defenseless against the aggressive progressivism of the early twenty-first century. On October 17, 2025, the Theopolis Institute and Immanuel Reformed Church co-hosted a conversation on Keller's life and legacy between James Wood, author of the widely-discussed essay, "How I Evolved on Tim Keller," and Collin Hansen, author of the intellectual biography, Tim Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. Peter Leithart, President of Theopolis, moderated the discussion. James Wood is an Associate Professor of Religion and Theology at Redeemer University in Hamilton, Ontario. Collin Hansen is Vice President for content at The Gospel Coalition and Executive Director of the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Regional Course: Leviticus (Wichita, KS) November 14-15 https://theopolisinstitute.com/gatherings/regional-course-leviticus-wichita-ks/ Download the Theopolis App! app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu
Is Christianity just one voice among many in today's culture—or is God's Word the ultimate authority for truth, morality, and meaning? The battle over culture isn't just political or social—it's spiritual. From questions of identity to attacks on the family and the church, these debates strike at the very heart of whether we will stand on the Bible or bow to the shifting winds of society. Join us for a conversation with Ken Ham, founder of Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter. We'll explore why cultural apologetics matters, how Christians can engage without compromise, and what it takes to raise up the next generation to boldly defend their faith in a hostile world. After all, if the church won't stand on the truth of God's Word in every area of life, who will? Watch this Podcast on Video at: https://creationtoday.org/on-demand-classes/laymans-guide-to-cultural-apologetics-creation-today-show-446/ Join Eric LIVE each Wednesday at 12 Noon CT for conversations with Experts. You can support this podcast by becoming a Creation Today Partner at CreationToday.org/Partner
Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Gavin Ortlund to have a conversation about why Christians have disagreements and how we can engage in disagreements biblically.Questions Covered in This Episode:If all Christians believe the bible, why do they disagree so often?What's the distinction between significant disagreement that separates and real disagreement that doesn't require separation?How would we disagree well about using justification by faith as an identifying mark as a fundamental part of someone claiming to be a Christian?What are the main contributing factors to disagreements among Christians currently?How do you respond to people telling others with doctrinal disagreements in Protestantism to come back to the one true church?What is the priesthood of all believers?How do you coach leaders to handle disagreement in a group setting?What are your top three rules of engagement for disgareemnet?Guest Bio:Dr. Gavin Ortlund is a pastor, author, speaker, and apologist for the Christian faith. He is a husband to Esther, and a father to Isaiah, Naomi, Elijah, Miriam, and Abigail. He serves as President of Truth Unites, Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville, and Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary.Gavin has a Ph.D. from Fuller Theological Seminary in historical theology, and an M.Div from Covenant Theological Seminary. He is the author of a number of books including: Why God Makes Sense in a World that Doesn't, What it Means to be Protestant, and the Art of Disagreeing. Gavin is a fellow of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics, a fellow of The Center for Baptist Renewal, a fellow of Credo, a member of St. Basil Fellowship of The Center for Pastor Theologians, and a Visiting Scholar at Reasons to Believe. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:James 2:24, Ephesians 2:10“The Art of Disagreeing” by Gavin Ortlund“Finding the Right Hills to Die On” by Gavin Ortlund“The Reformed Pastor” by Richard Baxter“Biblical Authority after Babel” by Kevin J Vanhoozer“Dominion: The Making of the Western Mind” by Tom HollandTruth Unites Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcast:Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bob interviews Trevin Wax about his new book, The Gospel Way Catechism.Trevin Wax is Vice President of Resources and Marketing at the North American Mission Board and a well-known author, speaker, and cultural commentator. He also serves (along with Bob) as a fellow at The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. In this episode, Bob and Trevin talk apologetics. They discuss Trevin's newest project "The Gospel Way Catechism" and its unique approach to counter-formation. They also explain the role of cultural apologetics in explaining and defending the Christian faith.Chapters:(0:00) Introductions: What is Counter-Catechesis?(7:26) How to Decide What to Put In a Catechism(14:56) Who Should Be Using Catechisms?(21:40) Trevin's Contribution to “The Gospel After Christendom”(25:00) Explaining Cultural Apologetics(30:45) Lesslie Newbigin's Missiology
Bob interviews Trevin Wax about his life, leadership, writing, and formative influences.Trevin Wax is Vice President of Resources and Marketing at the North American Mission Board and a well-known author, speaker, and cultural commentator. He also serves (along with Bob) as a fellow at The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. During Trevin's recent visit to Nebraska for a TGC pastor's quarterly, we invited him to join the podcast to discuss his life and work. In this episode, we hear about Trevin's upbringing, his writing, his experiences in ministry, and his vision for the next few decades.Chapters:(0:00) Introductions: Kelsey's Cookies (Again)(1:28) Trevin's Family and Church Background(10:18) Developing the Discipline of Writing(21:46) Experiences with and Work with the Keller Center(37:59) What's Next?
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “All's Well That Ends Well: A Review of ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites'”. This also part of Cole's ongoing column, Cultural Apologetics.[Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for The Conjuring: Last Rites.][Please also see Editors' Note at the bottom of the linked article.*] https://www.equip.org/articles/alls-well-that-ends-well-a-review-of-the-conjuring-last-rites/ Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 457: Family First: A Film Review of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps'Family First: A Film Review of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps'Episode 455: Up, Up, and Away (Again): A Review of Superman (2025)Up, Up, and Away (Again): A Review of Superman (2025)Episode 453 Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
In today's episode I reflect on monsters, the state of cultural apologetics, and why it matters for the renewed interest in Christianity among the younger generations. CreditsHost: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.rtmullins.comSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66431474https://ko-fi.com/rtmullins
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With Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Damon Friedman of SOF Missions joins us to talk about the unique challenges physically, emotionally and spiritually of veteran. He offers hope for those dealing with suicide ideation. Collin Hansen of The Gospel Coalition and the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics talks about the new resource "The Gospel After Christendom" and about the importance of cultural apologetics to help people see the dots of God's truths to connect. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Cultural apologetics involves understanding and addressing cultural narratives and longings, rather than just intellectual arguments. In this panel discussion recorded at TGC25, Trevin Wax, Keith Plummer, Andrew Wilson, and Rebecca McLaughlin discuss how to effectively use cultural apologetics as a tool for discipleship and evangelism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How to Find Hope in Tragedy Guests: Dr. Mike Goddard, Superintendent, PCA System of Schools, and Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, Dean of Students, PCA, and Pastor of Cultural Apologetics, Prestonwood Baptist Church If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. Parents are having to navigate some very difficult conversations with their children following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA Founder and Executive Director. When tragedy hits, how can we as parents first guard the hearts and minds of our children, then guide them through dark and difficult times, and finally ground them in the Word of God as their source of strength and hope? This conversation with Dr. Jeremiah Johnston and Dr. Mike Goddard will address those practical concerns as well as encourage you to follow after the example of Charlie Kirk and stand up for your faith in Jesus Christ in a world that desperately needs more voices of truth and hope. Dr. Johnston mentioned in the podcast that Charlie Kirk was hoping to be a surprise guest speaker at this year's Biblical Worldview Conference. To continue his legacy, consider attending (or watch via livestream) the conference and equip yourself to stand and make a difference for the cause of Christ!
Holy Ghost Mama: 21 Old School Lessons that Saved my Life … GUEST Sherri Lynn …. nationally syndicated radio co-host of the Brant Hansen Show and co-creator of the Brant & Sherry Oddcast, but still is a native Pittsburgher … w a background in comedy, playwriting, and podcast production, Sherri brings her trademark humor and authenticity to every medium. The Gospel After Christendom: An Introduction to Cultural Apologetics … GUEST Skyler Flowers … Assoc Pastor as Grace Bible Church in Oxford Miss and the assoc program director at The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holy Ghost Mama: 21 Old School Lessons that Saved my Life … GUEST Sherri Lynn …. nationally syndicated radio co-host of the Brant Hansen Show and co-creator of the Brant & Sherry Oddcast, but still is a native Pittsburgher … w a background in comedy, playwriting, and podcast production, Sherri brings her trademark humor and authenticity to every medium. The Gospel After Christendom: An Introduction to Cultural Apologetics … GUEST Skyler Flowers … Assoc Pastor as Grace Bible Church in Oxford Miss and the assoc program director at The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I found this author by the title of his book -- You Are Not Your Own. Just the title alone was enough to want to interview Alan Noble, who is Associate Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University and a fellow at the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Dr. Noble is the author of books like On Getting Out of Bed, and Disruptive Witness. His latest book (published by IVP and on sale now wherever you buy your books) is a testament to biblical freedom. It addresses yet one more paradox of the gospel: when we give ourselves away to Christ, we become not less but more free, more human, more whole.
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In this episode, James and Cory introduce a new series where they will be reading and discussing Herman Bavinck's Philosophy of Revelation. They discuss the significance of this work within the context of Neo-Calvinism and cultural apologetics. The conversation explores the intellectual landscape of Bavinck's time, including his engagement with Nietzsche, and offers insights into how readers can approach Bavinck's complex lectures. Read along with us as we walk through the chapters of this significant work.Works mentioned:Herman Bavinck, Philosophy of Revelation: A New Annotated Edition Adapted and Expanded from the 1908 Stone Lectures: Presented at Princeton Theological Seminary, A new annotated edition, ed. Cory Brock and Nathaniel Gray Sutanto, with Princeton Theological Seminary (Hendrickson Publishers, 2018).https://www.amazon.com/Philosophy-Revelation-Annotated-Herman-Bavinck/dp/1683071360James D. Bratt, “The Context of Herman Bavinck's Stone Lectures: Culture and Politics in 1908,” The Bavinck Review 1 (2010): 4–24.https://bavinckinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Article-1-Bratt.pdfGeorge Harinck, “Why Was Bavinck in Need of a Philosophy of Revelation?,” in The Kuyper Center Review, ed. Gordon Graham, vol. 2, The Kuyper Center Review (William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2010). Chapters00:00 Introduction to Philosophy of Revelation02:38 The Importance of Bavinck's Work05:35 Context of the Stone Lectures08:34 Challenges of Reading Bavinck's Stone Lectures11:47 Bavinck's Engagement with Culture14:37 Cultural Apologetics in Bavinck's Philosophy of Revelation17:36 The Personal Narrative Behind the Lectures20:32 Cultural Apologetics30:36 Why a Philosophy of Revelation?44:30 Historical Intellectual Background53:48 Reading TipsReach us at graceincommonpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to make a donation, please visit https://donorbox.org/graceincommonOur theme music is Molly Molly by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) CC BY-NC 4.0
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “Family First: A Film Review of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps'” . This also part of Cole's ongoing column, Cultural Apologetics.[Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for Fantastic Four: First Steps.] https://www.equip.org/articles/family-first-a-film-review-of-the-fantastic-four-first-steps/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 455: Up, Up, and Away (Again): A Review of Superman (2025)Up, Up, and Away (Again): A Review of Superman (2025)Episode 453 Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Episode 448: We Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsWe Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsEpisode 443: Blades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed ShadowsBlades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed Shadows Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “Up, Up, and Away (Again): A Review of Superman (2025) “. This also part of Cole's ongoing column, Cultural Apologetics.[Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for Superman (2025).] https://www.equip.org/articles/up-up-and-away-again-a-review-of-superman-2025/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 453 Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'Episode 448: We Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsWe Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsEpisode 443: Blades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed ShadowsBlades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed ShadowsEpisode 437: What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy'?What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy'?Episode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “Man Creates Something Worse than Dinosaurs: A Review of Jurassic World Rebirth “. Coming Soon! This also part of Cole's ongoing column, Cultural Apologetics. [Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for Jurassic World Rebirth and other films in the franchise.]Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 448: We Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsWe Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star WarsEpisode 443: Blades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed ShadowsBlades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin's Creed ShadowsEpisode 437: What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy'?What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy'?Episode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'Episode 425: Film Review: Netflix's MaryEpisode 420: ‘Heretic' The Gospel According to Mr. Reed‘Heretic': The Gospel According to Mr. ReedDon't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
Kyle Worley is joined by Thomas West and Trevin Wax to discuss their new book, The Gospel Way Catechism.Questions Covered in This Episode:What's all this talk about a catechism? Isn't the bible enough?What is the relationship between a catechism and bible study?What is the response from people when you told them you were working on a catechism?Why another catechism?Are catechisms supposed to be contextual?Can you share an example from your catechism?What role or value does catechism have in the church?Guest Bio:Trevin Wax is vice president of research and resource development at the North American Mission Board and a visiting professor at Cedarville University. He is a founding editor of The Gospel Project, has served as publisher for the Christian Standard Bible, and is currently a fellow for The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is the author of multiple books, including The Thrill of Orthodoxy, The Multi-Directional Leader, Rethink Your Self, This Is Our Time, and Gospel Centered Teaching. His podcast is Reconstructing Faith. He and his wife, Corina, have three children. You can follow him on Twitter or Facebook, or receive his columns via email.Thomas West (PhD, Southeastern Seminary) is the senior pastor of Nashville First Baptist Church and an adjunct professor of theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the coauthor of The Gospel Way Catechism (with Trevin Wax). He and his wife, Elizabeth, have two children. You can follow him on X or Instagram.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“The Gospel Way Catechism” by Trevin Wax and Thomas WestThe Westminster Larger CatechismThe New City Catechism Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.
Has modern evangelicalism forgotten about key aspects of who God is? In this episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott welcome Dr. Peter Sammons, Associate Director of Academic Development at Founders Seminary, to discuss the "forgotten attributes" of God—those less-discussed incommunicable aspects of God's nature. Sammons argues that modern Christians tend to focus on God's relational and communicable attributes (like love and kindness) because they are easier to grasp and more emotionally resonant. Sammons stresses that a proper understanding of God's essence and metaphysical attributes is crucial for true worship and doctrinal precision. The discussion also explores why understanding God's immutable nature is essential, especially in missions. Many pagan and world religions depict gods as moody and human-like, but the Christian God stands apart as wholly other, unaffected by human emotion or manipulation. This, Sammons emphasizes, highlights the necessity of theological depth for missionaries. Without it, missionaries risk portraying God as just another tribal deity. Key Points Forgotten Attributes: Focus on God's immutability, impassibility, and aseity, which are often overshadowed by more "relatable" attributes. Essence of God: Importance of understanding God's essence versus merely his relational attributes. Modern Challenges: Cultural and intellectual laziness has led to theological illiteracy and avoidance of difficult doctrines. Missional Importance: Proper theological understanding is critical for distinguishing the Christian God from false deities in missions work. Training Solutions: Founders Seminary offers a Master of Arts in Cultural Apologetics and Missions to deepen theological literacy for missionaries, even remotely. Do you love The Missions Podcast? Have you been blessed by the show? Then become a Premium Subscriber! Premium Subscribers get access to: Exclusive bonus content A community Signal thread with other listeners and the hosts Invite-only webinars A free gift! Support The Missions Podcast and sign up to be a Premium Subscriber at missionspodcast.com/premium The Missions Podcast is powered by ABWE. Learn more and take your next step in the Great Commission at abwe.org. Want to ask a question or suggest a topic? Email alex@missionspodcast.com.
If God is good and all-powerful, why does evil persist? In this thought-provoking episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef sits down with Collin Hansen to tackle one of the most challenging questions people of faith will wrestle with.Drawing from his new book Where Is God In a World with So Much Evil?, Collin explores the age-old struggle with suffering through the lens of Scripture, history, and personal reflection. From the cries of Job to the silence of Jesus at the cross, from the horrors of the Holocaust to the hidden pain many carry today, this conversation invites listeners to wrestle honestly with doubt while discovering the surprising hope God offers—not always through answers, but through His presence.Whether you're walking through hardship or beside someone who is, this episode will equip you with Biblical wisdom, historical perspective, and deep compassion. Don't miss this honest dialogue on justice, suffering, and the power of resilient faith in a broken world.About This Week's Guest:Dr. Collin Hansen is an author, editor-in-chief of The Gospel Coalition, and executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics,Connect with Collin:Facebook: @hansen.collinX: @collinhansenFollow Candid Conversations on social media:Facebook: @candidpodInstagram: @candidpodTwitter: @thecandidpodSubscribe & Share:If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy'?.” Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for Dune: Prophecy.]This is also part of the ongoing column by Cole entitled, Cultural Apologetics. Coming Soon
Are you ready to be encouraged and challenged? Listen in to this week's episode of The Narrative as Sam Allberry explores biblical anthropology! Sam dives into the theology of the body and how God has uniquely and intentionally designed us in His image, offering powerful reflections on how our identity, both as individuals and as a community, is rooted in God's perfect plan for creation. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of Scripture or seeking a fresh perspective on God's design for humanity, this discussion with Sam Allberry is not to be missed. Before the conversation, CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews run through some of the latest news of the week, including Kieran Culkin's pro-life Oscar acceptance speech, DEI rollbacks at The Ohio State University and Target, and President Trump's address to Congress. More about Sam Allberry Sam Allberry is Associate Pastor at Immanuel Nashville Church and a Fellow at the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is a canon theologian for the Anglican Church in North America and is the co-host of The Gospel Coalition’s podcast You’re Not Crazy: Gospel Sanity for Young Pastors. He is the author of several books, including Is God Anti-Gay?; 7 Myths About Singleness; Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?; and What God Has to Say About Our Bodies. Sam studied theology at Wycliffe Hall University of Oxford.
In this episode, Collin Hansen explores how to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering in the world with a good God. Collin Hansen is the vice president for content and editor in chief for the Gospel Coalition and the executive director of the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is also the author of 'Where Is God in a World with So Much Evil?' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Is Christianity on the Decline?” with Rebecca McLaughlin: Apple Podcasts | Spotify If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!
Culture is the air that we breathe. It informs how we view the world around us and is a necessary consideration for any apologetic discussion. Dr. Nate Shannon sits down with Dr. Bill Edgar to discuss culture, apologetics, and cultural apologetics.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, ” Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew“. [Editor's Note: This review contains spoilers for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew.] This is also part of new ongoing column by Cole Burgett entitled, Cultural Apologetics. https://www.equip.org/articles/space-pirates-and-treasure-planets-a-review-of-star-wars-skeleton-crew/Related articles and podcasts by this author on Star Wars: An Occasion for Just War: A Review of AndorEpisode 318 An Occasion for Just War: A Review of AndorObi-Wan Kenobi and the Freedom of Forgiveness (A Series Review of Obi Wan Kenobi)Episode 295 Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Freedom of Forgiveness (A Series Review of Obi-Wan Kenobi)Happy and Glorious in The High Republic: A Review of The High Republic Era beginning with Star Wars: Light of the Jedi by Charles SouleEpisode 234: Star Wars Happy and Glorious in The High RepublicRelated articles and podcasts about Star Wars:The Last Jedi: A Star Wars Movie for the Era of “the Nones”Episode 054: The Last Jedi: A Star Wars Movie for the Era of “the Nones”May the Force Bewitch You: Evaluating the Star Wars WorldviewEpisode 027: “Evaluating the Star Wars Worldview”This is the Way…Or is It?: Thinking About Religion in The MandalorianEpisode 217: Thinking About Religion in The MandalorianThe Dead Won't Stop Talking: A Review of The Rise of SkywalkerEpisode 154: The Dead Won't Stop Talking: A Review of The Rise of SkywalkerEpisode 276 Boba Fett's Character Arc Actually Makes Sense ( A Review of The Book of Boba Fett)Boba Fett's Character Arc Actually Makes Sense ( A Review of The Book of Boba Fett) Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
In this episode, Collin Hansen discusses the origins, impact, and practical applications of the 'New City Catechism'. Collin Hansen is the vice president for content and editor in chief for the Gospel Coalition and the executive director of the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is also the editor of 'The New City Catechism Devotional: God's Truth for Our Hearts and Minds' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “If You Don't Catechize Your Kids, the World Will” with Kevin DeYoung: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!
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In this episode, I'm wrapping up our series on apologetics by talking about how to engage in cultural conversations in a way that's loving, effective, and rooted in truth. We're living in a time when Christianity is often misunderstood and seen as intolerant or irrelevant, and the enemy is working overtime to deceive. So, how do we share our faith in this kind of world? This episode is all about cultural apologetics—how to show that Christianity isn't just true, but that it's deeply satisfying. We'll talk about understanding where people are coming from, asking the right questions, and why prayer is the most important tool in your apologetics toolkit. Let's dive in! Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions by Gregory Koukl and Lee Strobel Gregory Koukl: Tactics for Discussing Christian Convictions __________________________________________________________ Ready for more? Here are 3 ways we can help you: 1)
Collin Hansen joins Shades Midweek for the third time! Collin Hansen serves as vice president for content and editor in chief of The Gospel Coalition, as well as executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He hosts the Gospelbound podcast and has written and contributed to many books, most recently Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation and Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential. He has published with the New York Times and the Washington Post and offered commentary for CNN, Fox News, NPR, BBC, ABC News, and PBS NewsHour. He edited Our Secular Age: Ten Years of Reading and Applying Charles Taylor and The New City Catechism Devotional, among other books. He is an adjunct professor at Beeson Divinity School, where he also co-chairs the advisory board. JM's Album Of The Week: Bon Iver - For Emma, Forever Ago Bradford's Book Club: Family Unfriendly: How Our Culture Made Raising Kids Much Harder Than It Needs To Be by Timothy P Carney
What is the true story of reality? Is there a grand narrative to the world, & is it a good story? We all long to be a part of something grand, epic, & beautiful. What if there is a good & true story, a story that centers on the person of Jesus Christ & what God has done, is doing, & will do to restore all creation? Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Dr. Paul Gould & his book, A Good & True Story: Eleven Clues to Understanding Our Universe & Your Place in It. Paul Gould received his PhD from Purdue University & is an associate professor of philosophy & director of the philosophy of religion master's program at Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida. He is the founder & president of the Two Tasks Institute, an apologetics institute & podcast, & is on the faculty of Summit Ministries & the Colson Center Fellows Program. Gould is the author of eleven books, including The Story of the Cosmos & the award-winning Cultural Apologetics. He is also the co-author of Philosophy: A Christion Introduction & Stand Firm: Apologetics & the Brilliance of the Gospel. Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.
Dr. Darrell Bock joins us to discuss his take on cultural apologetics and making the case for the Christ. Tune in! ***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/ ✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes
Renowned Christian philosopher and theologian Dr. Paul Copan joins us to explore our shared values and address the ethical questions people are faced with when reading the Bible. He discusses how modern readers often overlook the Torah's revolutionary impact by viewing it solely through a contemporary lens, which strips it of historical context. Together, we examine the Mosaic laws in contrast to other ancient laws, like the Code of Hammurabi, revealing just how transformative the Torah was within its pagan surroundings. Dr. Copan shares his approach to interpreting morally challenging passages, applying a “charitability and Golden Rule” perspective that uncovers the depths in the Torah's narratives. Dr. Copan provides a nuanced understanding focused on careful textual analysis. He highlights the Bible's distinct stance on slavery, distinguishing it from the brutal chattel slavery of later times and showing how Judeo-Christian values contributed to its eventual abolition. Naysayers and skeptics are challenged to rethink their preconceived notions about the Torah, especially regarding topics like divine justice, slavery, capital punishment, the Wayward Son, the Sotah ritual, and other often misunderstood sections. What are we to make of what appears to be God's call to wipe out Canaanites and Amalekites? How do we understand the massive loss of life decreed by God in the Great Flood and the death of the Egyptian first-born? This is a discussion you don't want to miss. --- • Bio: Paul Copan (Ph.D., Philosophy, Marquette University) is a Christian theologian, analytic philosopher, apologist, and author. He is currently a professor at the Palm Beach Atlantic University (Florida) and holds the endowed Pledger Family Chair of Philosophy and Ethics. He is author or editor of nearly 50 books, including the very popular, strong-selling book Is God a Moral Monster? as well as its companion volume, the award-winning Is God a Vindictive Bully? He is coeditor of The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Religion, The Naturalness of Theistic Belief, Philosophy of Religion: Classic and Contemporary Issues, and The Kalām Cosmological Argument (a two-volume anthology). He is coauthor of Creation out of Nothing and Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom. He has also contributed essays to over 60 books, both scholarly and popular, and he has authored a number of articles in professional journals. In 2017 and 2024, he has been a Visiting Scholar at the University of Oxford (Wycliffe Hall and Oriel College). For six years, he served as president of the Evangelical Philosophical Society. He also helped establish the PBA's M.A. in Philosophy of Religion; PBA also a B.A. in Apologetics, and it offers a Program in Cultural Apologetics (which is heavily scholarshiped). He is co-chair of Tyndale Fellowship's Philosophy of Religion Study Group, which meets every summer in England. Paul is married to Jacqueline, and they have six children. --- • Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Rod Ilian, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel Maksumov, Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, and Jacob Winston! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL so you can get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/judaismdemystified/support
This is the third in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman named Olivea. This episode is with special guest, Jesse Childress. In this episode Jesse shares with Janell and Olivea about his own faith journey, how childhood attachment impacts our view of God, how mental health is impacted by Christian faith, the problem of suffering, the power of experience, and much more. ABOUT JESSE CHILDRESS Jesse Childress has an MA in Cultural Apologetics from Houston Christian University and is currently a student at Denver Seminary studying counseling, focusing particularly on the relationship between trauma and faith. He spent a term studying at Francis Schaeffer's L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland and has a deep appreciation for good food, philosophy, theology, and literature. He has written for Summit Ministries, the Anselm Society, Conciliar Post, and An Unexpected Journal. -- -- -- -- -- LINKS: How Do You Know You're Going to Heaven? What If Following Jesus Isn't Worth It? FSR YouTube channel FSR Speaking page FSR Patreon
In Episode 4 of Season 4, hosts Shane Pruitt, Paul Worcester, and Lacey Villasenor are joined by special guest Trevin Wax to explore the topic of cultural apologetics. They dive deep into ways that the next generation can engage with and navigate the prevailing ideologies of our time without being swayed by them. The discussion covers the most influential ideologies shaping the minds of young people today, including radical individualism, the quest for identity within groups, and the rise of pseudo-religions. Also in This Episode: How to communicate the truth and beauty of Christianity in a way that resonates with today's culture The importance of listening to and understanding the deep longings of those we engage with in evangelism Practical advice on creating environments where students can ask tough questions and explore their faith deeply Helpful Resources: Reconstructing Faith Podcast: Trevin Wax offers perspective from church history and the church around the world to help listeners recommit to both removing the rot from the church and fortifying the foundations of unchanging truth. NAMB Apologetics: As you share the gospel with friends, neighbors, coworkers, and more, you may encounter questions about your faith and other religions. Find answers to the most common questions here. Shareable Quotes: “Whether it's social media, sermons, podcasts, or conversations at a coffee shop, church service, or large-group gathering on campus, whatever way we can get the story out there is what we want to take advantage of. We have the greatest story of all time.” – Shane Pruitt “At some point when you cross the threshold of true conversion, you're not simply saying, ‘This is true for me.' You're also saying, ‘I believe this is the truth about the world.'” – Trevin Wax “The best stories win the day, and there's nothing more compelling than the story of Jesus.” – Paul Worcester
In Episode 4 of Season 4, hosts Shane Pruitt, Paul Worcester, and Lacey Villasenor are joined by special guest Trevin Wax to explore the topic of cultural apologetics. They dive deep into ways that the next generation can engage with and navigate the prevailing ideologies of our time without being swayed by them. The discussion covers the most influential ideologies shaping the minds of young people today, including radical individualism, the quest for identity within groups, and the rise of pseudo-religions. Also in This Episode: How to communicate the truth and beauty of Christianity in a way that resonates with today's culture The importance of listening to and understanding the deep longings of those we engage with in evangelism Practical advice on creating environments where students can ask tough questions and explore their faith deeply Helpful Resources: Reconstructing Faith Podcast: Trevin Wax offers perspective from church history and the church around the world to help listeners recommit to both removing the rot from the church and fortifying the foundations of unchanging truth. NAMB Apologetics: As you share the gospel with friends, neighbors, coworkers, and more, you may encounter questions about your faith and other religions. Find answers to the most common questions here. Shareable Quotes: “Whether it's social media, sermons, podcasts, or conversations at a coffee shop, church service, or large-group gathering on campus, whatever way we can get the story out there is what we want to take advantage of. We have the greatest story of all time.” – Shane Pruitt “At some point when you cross the threshold of true conversion, you're not simply saying, ‘This is true for me.' You're also saying, ‘I believe this is the truth about the world.'” – Trevin Wax “The best stories win the day, and there's nothing more compelling than the story of Jesus.” – Paul Worcester
What categories would Lewis have included in "Modern Man and His Categories of Thought" if he was writing in 2024? We are joined by Dr. Paul Gould, philosopher, author, professor, and podcaster, who was just been writing on this very topic. We highly recommend checking out Paul's podcast The Eudo Podcast, and his book Cultural Apologetics as companion pieces to this season of Lewis' essays. Find out more about Paul here, and find his excellent books here. Find more Lesser-Known Lewis — Online: pintswithjack.com/lesser-known-lewis Patreon: patreon.com/lesserknownlewis Instagram: @lesserknownlewis Facebook: Lesser-Known Lewis Podcast Email: lesserknownlewis@gmail.com Graphic Design by Angus Crawford. Intro Music - Written by Jess Syratt, arranged & produced by Jordan Caruso and Jordan Duncan. Ad Music - Written & produced by Jordan Caruso and Jordan Duncan. Intro & Ad music produced by Jordan Caruso.
After gathering in NYC with the other fellows of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics, Bob shares some insights he gained and lessons he learned. He also discusses some of the ways the fellows are seeking to apply the intellectual work of the Keller Center to the practices of the local church.
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