Podcasts about secular creed

Has the Church been clinging to outdated standards regarding those in the gay and lesbian community? Or have Christians gone too far in accepting and affirming these lifestyles? In this program, Chip interviews prominent author and apologist Rebecca McLaughlin about this topic. They discuss some of the popular claims society makes about Scripture and sexuality against what the Bible actually says.Main Points Introduction and Work: Rebecca McLaughlin is a best-selling author and PhD from Cambridge, known for her work on apologetics and controversial Church issues. Her latest book is Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Faith Journey and Challenges: Grew up in a church-going family in London and has been a follower of Jesus since childhood. Faced challenges to her Christian beliefs during her academic journey, especially on sexual ethics. Experienced same-sex attraction from an early age, openly discussed in her mid-thirties. Biblical Perspective and Sexual Ethics: Argues the Bible does not support same-sex sexual relationships, linking marriage and sexuality to the gospel message. Emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual ethics for understanding Christian teachings. Points out the New Testament's serious stance on sexual immorality and the symbolic nature of marriage in the Bible. Countering Common Claims: Rebecca argues that the Bible offers an inclusive vision of love among believers, distinct from romantic or sexual love. She contrasts the emotional appeal of same-sex relationships with the biblical command for non-sexual, brotherly/sisterly love. Christian Love and Relationships: Emphasizes that Christian love is deeply committed and inclusive, but not sexual. Highlights the significance of Christian fellowship as a fulfilling relational aspect of faith. Understanding Biblical Sexual Ethics: Counters the belief that the Bible only prohibits exploitative relationships by examining biblical language and context. Explains that Paul's terminology and cultural context indicate a broad condemnation of same-sex relationships, not limited to exploitative ones. Understanding Romans 1 and Gospel Integration: Romans 1 highlights various sins, including same-sex relationships, to show the universal need for Jesus and redemption. Biblical texts condemning same-sex relations often emphasize redemption and grace, as seen in Paul's letters. Christian Humility and Jesus' Teachings: Christians should approach discussions on sin with humility, recognizing everyone's need for redemption. Jesus' teachings on sexual ethics focus on deeper heart issues and the need for a savior, not just moral compliance. God's Boundaries and Fulfillment: God's commands, even if restrictive, are for our good and lead to deeper fulfillment. Staying true to God's Word may bring short-term discomfort but results in long-term joy and benefits. Marriage and Ultimate Fulfillment: Marriage is valuable but not the ultimate source of fulfillment. True satisfaction comes from a relationship with Jesus, offering a love beyond human capacity. Addressing Same-Sex Attraction and Identity: Same-sex attraction does not define one's identity or indicate a fixed orientation. Encourages open dialogue and understanding, distinguishing between attraction and identity. Supporting Those with Same-Sex Attractions: Seek supportive Christian friends who uphold biblical truth and offer genuine love. True friendship involves helping each other adhere to God's Word, not compromising for comfort. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Additional Resource Mentions "Not Beyond Reach" Small Group Study "Caring Enough to Confront" Resources About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Rebecca McLaughlin Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Seminary in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity, The Secular Creed, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, and Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Many throughout culture and even some in the Church believe the Bible has a passive or neutral opinion about homosexuality. But is that really true? In this program, Chip continues his interview with apologist Rebecca McLaughlin, author of the book “Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?” They walk through key biblical evidence that settles this debate - once and for all.Main Points Introduction and Work: Rebecca McLaughlin is a best-selling author and PhD from Cambridge, known for her work on apologetics and controversial Church issues. Her latest book is Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Faith Journey and Challenges: Grew up in a church-going family in London and has been a follower of Jesus since childhood. Faced challenges to her Christian beliefs during her academic journey, especially on sexual ethics. Experienced same-sex attraction from an early age, openly discussed in her mid-thirties. Biblical Perspective and Sexual Ethics: Argues the Bible does not support same-sex sexual relationships, linking marriage and sexuality to the gospel message. Emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual ethics for understanding Christian teachings. Points out the New Testament's serious stance on sexual immorality and the symbolic nature of marriage in the Bible. Countering Common Claims: Rebecca argues that the Bible offers an inclusive vision of love among believers, distinct from romantic or sexual love. She contrasts the emotional appeal of same-sex relationships with the biblical command for non-sexual, brotherly/sisterly love. Christian Love and Relationships: Emphasizes that Christian love is deeply committed and inclusive, but not sexual. Highlights the significance of Christian fellowship as a fulfilling relational aspect of faith. Understanding Biblical Sexual Ethics: Counters the belief that the Bible only prohibits exploitative relationships by examining biblical language and context. Explains that Paul's terminology and cultural context indicate a broad condemnation of same-sex relationships, not limited to exploitative ones. Understanding Romans 1 and Gospel Integration: Romans 1 highlights various sins, including same-sex relationships, to show the universal need for Jesus and redemption. Biblical texts condemning same-sex relations often emphasize redemption and grace, as seen in Paul's letters. Christian Humility and Jesus' Teachings: Christians should approach discussions on sin with humility, recognizing everyone's need for redemption. Jesus' teachings on sexual ethics focus on deeper heart issues and the need for a savior, not just moral compliance. God's Boundaries and Fulfillment: God's commands, even if restrictive, are for our good and lead to deeper fulfillment. Staying true to God's Word may bring short-term discomfort but results in long-term joy and benefits. Marriage and Ultimate Fulfillment: Marriage is valuable but not the ultimate source of fulfillment. True satisfaction comes from a relationship with Jesus, offering a love beyond human capacity. Addressing Same-Sex Attraction and Identity: Same-sex attraction does not define one's identity or indicate a fixed orientation. Encourages open dialogue and understanding, distinguishing between attraction and identity. Supporting Those with Same-Sex Attractions: Seek supportive Christian friends who uphold biblical truth and offer genuine love. True friendship involves helping each other adhere to God's Word, not compromising for comfort. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Additional Resource Mentions "Not Beyond Reach" Small Group Study "Caring Enough to Confront" Resources About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Rebecca McLaughlin Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Seminary in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity, The Secular Creed, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, and Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

Has the Church been clinging to outdated standards regarding those in the gay and lesbian community? Or have Christians gone too far in accepting and affirming these lifestyles? In this program, Chip interviews prominent author and apologist Rebecca McLaughlin about this topic. They discuss some of the popular claims society makes about Scripture and sexuality against what the Bible actually says.Main Points Introduction and Work: Rebecca McLaughlin is a best-selling author and PhD from Cambridge, known for her work on apologetics and controversial Church issues. Her latest book is Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Faith Journey and Challenges: Grew up in a church-going family in London and has been a follower of Jesus since childhood. Faced challenges to her Christian beliefs during her academic journey, especially on sexual ethics. Experienced same-sex attraction from an early age, openly discussed in her mid-thirties. Biblical Perspective and Sexual Ethics: Argues the Bible does not support same-sex sexual relationships, linking marriage and sexuality to the gospel message. Emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual ethics for understanding Christian teachings. Points out the New Testament's serious stance on sexual immorality and the symbolic nature of marriage in the Bible. Countering Common Claims: Rebecca argues that the Bible offers an inclusive vision of love among believers, distinct from romantic or sexual love. She contrasts the emotional appeal of same-sex relationships with the biblical command for non-sexual, brotherly/sisterly love. Christian Love and Relationships: Emphasizes that Christian love is deeply committed and inclusive, but not sexual. Highlights the significance of Christian fellowship as a fulfilling relational aspect of faith. Understanding Biblical Sexual Ethics: Counters the belief that the Bible only prohibits exploitative relationships by examining biblical language and context. Explains that Paul's terminology and cultural context indicate a broad condemnation of same-sex relationships, not limited to exploitative ones. Understanding Romans 1 and Gospel Integration: Romans 1 highlights various sins, including same-sex relationships, to show the universal need for Jesus and redemption. Biblical texts condemning same-sex relations often emphasize redemption and grace, as seen in Paul's letters. Christian Humility and Jesus' Teachings: Christians should approach discussions on sin with humility, recognizing everyone's need for redemption. Jesus' teachings on sexual ethics focus on deeper heart issues and the need for a savior, not just moral compliance. God's Boundaries and Fulfillment: God's commands, even if restrictive, are for our good and lead to deeper fulfillment. Staying true to God's Word may bring short-term discomfort but results in long-term joy and benefits. Marriage and Ultimate Fulfillment: Marriage is valuable but not the ultimate source of fulfillment. True satisfaction comes from a relationship with Jesus, offering a love beyond human capacity. Addressing Same-Sex Attraction and Identity: Same-sex attraction does not define one's identity or indicate a fixed orientation. Encourages open dialogue and understanding, distinguishing between attraction and identity. Supporting Those with Same-Sex Attractions: Seek supportive Christian friends who uphold biblical truth and offer genuine love. True friendship involves helping each other adhere to God's Word, not compromising for comfort. Broadcast Resource Download Free MP3 Message Notes Additional Resource Mentions "Not Beyond Reach" Small Group Study "Caring Enough to Confront" Resources About Chip Ingram Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways. About Rebecca McLaughlin Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Seminary in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity, The Secular Creed, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, and Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? About Living on the Edge Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus. Connect 888-333-6003 Website Chip Ingram App Instagram Facebook Twitter Partner With Us Donate Online 888-333-6003

According to Rebecca McLaughlin, many of the beliefs of our contemporary culture can be summarized into a kind of “secular creed.” Though Christians will agree with some parts of this creed and disagree with others, it's important to note that many of the assumptions underlying this “statement of faith” are deeply rooted in Christian soil. So how did Jesus completely reshape the moral imagination of Western culture? Shane discusses this with Dr. McLaughlin, who is the author of numerous books including Confronting Christianity, and The Secular Creed.SHOW NOTESRelated BooksThe Secular Creed & Confronting Christianity, Rebecca McLaughlinDominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World, Tom HollandThe Righteous Mind & The Anxious Generation, Jonathan HaidtChristianity & Liberalism, J. Gresham MachenThe Secularist Heresy, Harry BlamiresEarly Christian Writings, The Apostolic FathersRelated ArticlesHow Christianity Killed Infanticide, Rebecca McLaughlinAn Ancient Letter from a Soldier to His Wife (scroll to bottom right)The Epistle to Diognetus (see chapters 5 & 9).Pentecost Skewers Racism, Rebecca McLaughlinCan We Trust the Gospels: A Review, Rebecca McLaughlinLiberalism or Christianity?, J. Gresham MachenThe Tower of Babel & The Virtue of Doubt, Shane RosenthalRelated VideosThe Secular Creed, Rebecca McLaughlinChristianity is Returning, Tom Holland & Justin BrierleyHow St. Paul Changed the World, Tom Holland & N.T. WrightJesus Through the Eyes of Witnesses, Rebecca McLaughlinSexuality & Identity, Rebecca McLaughlin & Sam AllberryRelated PodcastsThe Gospel Creed, Humble Skeptic #9Same-Sex Attraction, Sam Allberry & Michael HortonIdentity in a Post-Christian Culture, Humble Skeptic #33The Woke Revolution, Humble Skeptic #34Navigating the Currents of Aggressive Secularism, Humble Skeptic #36Is Faith Irrational? & Is Faith Blind? Humble Skeptic #2 and #3Is Faith a Feeling? Humble Skeptic #4Upcoming Events CEDAR CITY, UTAHOn Wednesday, Sept. 18th, Shane will discuss the topic of his forthcoming book, Is Faith Blind? at the Festive Hall Conference Center in Cedar City, Utah. The event is free and dinner is provided. Doors open at 6:00 pm, and you can find the event page here.ST. LOUIS, MISSOURIOn Friday, Oct. 18th, Shane will be the keynote speaker at the ReThink315 fundraising dinner, which will take place at the Missouri Athletic Club in Des Peres. To purchase tickets for this event or for more info, click here.MILAN, ITALYOn Sunday, Oct. 13th, Shane will be speaking at Chiesa Riformata Filadelfia on the northwest side of Milan. For more info or directions, click here. HOUSTON, TEXASOn Friday & Saturday, Nov. 8-9, Shane will be participating in a panel discussion on the historicity of Jesus' resurrection, featuring Gary Habermas and others. This event will take place at the Lanier Theological Library.If you would like to invite Shane Rosenthal to speak at your event, send an email to: INFO at HUMBLESKEPTIC dot COM. Support This Podcast!Donations to The Humble Skeptic podcast are tax-deductible. To make a one-time donation or set up recurring monthly gifts, click here or use the QR code below. Another way to support this podcast is by upgrading to a paid subscription via Substack. Subscriptions begin at $5.95 per month or $59 per year, however, this option is not tax-deductible. Thanks for your support!If you haven't heard The Pilot Episode yet, be sure to fix that before Sept 3rd! Featuring an interview with a special guest whose name you just might recognize, this episode will revisit questions related to the location of The Executive Room. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at www.humbleskeptic.com/subscribe

Kyle Worley is joined by Rebecca McLaughlin to talk about her newest book “Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?” Questions Covered in This Episode:Why did you write this book?What are the top three most common claims you deal with in the book? How can Christians speak the truth in love online and in person when it comes to addressing these claims?What do you hope Christians will do with this book?Guest Bio:Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Seminary in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity, The Secular Creed, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, and Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?. You can follow her on X, Instagram, or her website.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?” by Rebecca McLaughlin“Confronting Christianity” by Rebecca McLaughlin“Is God Anti-Gay?” by Sam Allberry Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting Christianity | Starting Place | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch Interested in starting seminary and our new 100% tuition For the Church Cohorts? Learn more about what it means to study #ForTheChurch at Midwestern Seminary and apply for free with code KNOWINGFAITH at mbts.edu/apply.Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Debate review, the future of Electric Vehicles, and Gender Youth Medicine In this episode of The Bulletin, Russell Moore, Mike Cosper and Clarissa Moll discuss last night's first presidential debate. Then, NBC news analyst Mike Murphy joins us to talk about the future of electric vehicles. Finally, gender youth medicine is a highly controversial topic both inside and outside the church. Mark Yarhouse and Rebecca McLaughlin join us to talk about the Cass Review and how Christians can respond to children wrestling with issues of gender identity. Today's Guests: Mike Murphy is one of the Republican Party's most successful political media consultants, having handled strategy and advertising for more than 26 successful Gubernatorial and Senatorial campaigns. He served as a top campaign messaging and political strategist to Sen. John McCain's historic Straight Talk Express Presidential campaign in 2000, and also for successful gubernatorial candidates Mitt Romney, Jeb Bush, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tommy Thompson, and John Engler. In 2020 he served as a key strategist for Republican Voters Against Trump. He currently co-hosts the popular weekly politics podcast “Hacks on Tap” with David Axelrod, which boasts over 14 million downloads to date.  Mark A. Yarhouse, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist who specializes in conflicts tied to religious identity and sexual and gender identity. He assists people who are navigating the complex relationship between their sexual or gender identity and Christian faith. He runs the Sexual and Gender Identity (SGI) Institute at Wheaton College, and is an award-winning teacher and researcher. He was a past participant with the Ethics and Public Policy Center think tank in Washington, DC, and he was named Senior Fellow with the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities to conduct a study of students navigating sexual identity concerns at Christian colleges and universities. He has been a consultant to the National Institute of Corrections to address issues facing sexual minorities in corrections, and he was part of a consensus panel from the American Psychological Association on sexual orientation and gender identity change efforts that convened to provide input to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in Washington, DC. He is currently the Chair of the task force on LGBT issues for Division 36 (Psychology of Religion and Spirituality) of the American Psychological Association. Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Seminary in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity, The Secular Creed, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women, and Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?.  “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Leslie Thompson Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Watch this message on our Calvary Church YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1qZX_tx4Kc    Message notes are also available on the YouVerison Bible App: https://www.bible.com/events/49257668   HOW JESUS MADE A BETTER WORLD FOR WOMEN It's common for people today to assume that religion in general, and Christianity in particular, restricts and represses women. In reality, nothing and no one has done more to advance the equality and dignity of women than the Bible, and the life and teaching of Jesus.   History shows us that gender equality hasn't always been high on humanity's radar. So how did we come to assume that everyone, particularly the genders are equal? Biologically speaking, men and women are not equal in structure. Men are almost always physically stronger, so on what grounds do we say women are equal to men?   Tom Holland in “Dominion” That every human being possessed an equal dignity was not remotely a self-evident truth. A Roman would have laughed at it … The origins of this principle . . . lay not in the French Revolution, nor in the Declaration of Independence, nor in the Enlightenment, but in the Bible.   From the very first page, the Bible upholds the dignity and value of men and women.   Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.   God's creation ideal is unmistakably clear, that women possess the same inherent value. Both are image bearers of God and are representations of God's own nature.   Genesis 1:27 explains why the book of Exodus commands honour be given to both mother and father (Exodus 20:12).   In the ancient world, it was typical that prophets would speak only to kings and adult males. But when Moses, the first prophet, assembles the people on Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim in Deuteronomy 27-28, and reads them a list of blessings for faithfulness and curses for disobedience, he includes women, children and foreigners also.   Deuteronomy 29:10–12 “You are standing today, all of you, before the LORD your God: the heads of your tribes, your elders, and your officers, all the men of Israel, your little ones, your wives, and the sojourner who is in your camp, from the one who chops your wood to the one who draws your water, so that you may enter into the sworn covenant of the LORD your God, which the LORD your God is making with you today…”   For thousands of years the Bible has honoured women with a variety of significant roles. Old Testament examples include Esther, Ruth and Deborah.   If you were to read the accounts of Jesus' life, through first century eyes, you'd be shocked at how Jesus' treated women.   Rodney Stark in “The Rise of Christianity” “… women were in relative short supply owing to female infanticide, practiced by all classes, and to the additional deaths caused by abortion. The status of women was very low. Girls received little or no education [and] were married at puberty and often before. Under Athenian law a woman was classified as a child, regardless of age, and therefore was the legal property of some man at all stages of her life. Males could divorce by simply ordering a wife out of the household.”   At a time when most men viewed women as inferior and weak, Jesus was revolutionary in the value he placed upon women.   · His longest recorded conversation with any individual was with a Samaritan woman of ill repute (John 4:7-30).   · Dining at a Pharisee's house, he allowed a “sinful woman” to gate-crash, and she preceded to anoint his feet with perfume and wipe them with her hair. When the host objected, Jesus used the opportunity to commend and defend the woman and rebuke the Pharisee who'd dismissed her.   · Jesus taught women, in a culture where most went uneducated.     · When Jesus was met by a woman with a bleeding disorder, He was tender with her, calling her “daughter,” (Matt 9:22; Mark 5:34; Luke 8:48)   · To another woman who'd suffered with a debilitating back condition for 18 years, Jesus addressed her as “daughter of Abraham” (Luke 13:16).   · Two of his close friends were sisters, Mary and Martha.   · Some of Jesus' final words from the cross were to do with the welfare of his mother, as he said to John the disciple, “Here is your mother”. (John 19:27)   · Luke notes that Jesus' ministry was funded by several women, Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, and many others (Luke 8:1-3)   The sight of men and women travelling together, working as co-workers as Jesus taught, healed and performed miracles would have horrified many.   Dorothy Sayers: “Perhaps it is no wonder that the women were first at the Cradle and last at the Cross. They had never known a man like this Man—there never has been another. A prophet and teacher who never nagged at them, never flattered or coaxed or patronized; who never made arch jokes about them, never treated them as ‘The women, God help us!' or ‘The ladies, God bless them!'; who rebuked without querulousness and praised without condescension; who took their questions and arguments seriously; who never mapped out their sphere for them, never urged them to be feminine or jeered at them for being female; who had no axe to grind and no uneasy male dignity to defend; who took them as he found them and was completely unselfconscious. There is no act, no sermon, no parable in the whole Gospel that borrows its pungency from female perversity; nobody could guess from the words and deeds of Jesus that there was anything ‘funny' about women's nature."   Jesus not only affirmed the value and significance of women, but championed their gifts and called them into ministry.   · It was women who were the first to see Jesus' resurrection.   · Upon seeing Christ, Mary goes to the disciples (men and women) proclaiming, "I have seen the Lord!" (John 20:18)   · In Matthew's account, Jesus instructs the women to go and tell His disciples (Matt 28:10).   Jesus' example shaped the role of women in the early Church   Women were full members of the covenant community (Acts 1:14), serving as partners and leaders.   · On the Day of Pentecost when the church was born, the Spirit was poured out upon men and women, both filled and prophesying. (Acts 2:17-18)   · Women in the Church were expected to use their spiritual gifts, to their full potential, as equal partners in the mission of God.   · The Apostle Paul considered at least twelve women as co-workers in his ministry.   · Paul taught that widows and older women ought not be abandoned but were to be given a place of honour.   D.M. Scholer “Jesus respect for and inclusion of women as disciples and proclaimers provided the foundation for the positive place of women in the earliest churches and their ministry.”   Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.   Greg Sheridan in “God is Good for You” Christianity from the start was much better for women and girls than anything that had previously been on offer in the ancient world. It utterly rejected infanticide and abortion. Infanticide had been practised overwhelmingly against girls. So Rome had a structural imbalance of numbers, a shortage of women common in traditional societies that practise sex selection through killing female infants.   All of a sudden, Christian families had a lot more daughters than other families. And women and girls could participate in Christian life in a way undreamed of in most of the ancient world.   Not only did Christians as a result have a lot more children but also … they attracted large numbers of female converts. And the female converts resulted in male converts.   Christianity, in many explicit passages in the New Testament, taught that marriage was a mutual and loving relationship. The prohibition on adultery applied equally to men as to women. This had not been the practical reality previously … The Christian ideals of mutual love within marriage, of fidelity within marriage, and of chastity before marriage, were much better for women and girls than the rapacious behaviour of men previously.   Historian Samuel Moyn in “Christian Human Rights” “… without Christianity, our commitment to the moral equality of human beings is unlikely to have come about…”   Ancient civilisations viewed the father as not only the head of the household, but almost like a god in his own right, effectively owning his wife and children who were regarded as his property, meaning he was able to do what he liked with them. But Christianity gave rise to the belief that each human being is created in the image of God and possesses an immortal soul.   Rebecca McLaughlin in “Secular Creed” “In Greco Roman culture, the idea that every woman had the right to choose what happened to her body would've been laughable. Christianity threw out this model. Rather than being seen as inferior to men, women were equally made in God's image.”   Understanding that Christianity was introducing new paradigms in how men were to relate to women, we start to understand the shape of some of Paul's teaching to households in the New Testament.   Ephesians 5:22–33 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands. Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish. In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church, because we are members of his body. “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.   Paul uses just 52 words to instruct the women, because in that culture, everyone just assumed wives ought submit to their husbands. Paul uses 163 words to instruct the men, because what he was teaching was radical.   Wherever the Christian message has spread and been taken seriously, dignity, care, and opportunities for women have increased. When men live for Jesus, homes, communities and workplaces become better for women.   James 1:27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.   Rebecca McLaughlin in “Secular Creed” … if Christianity is true, the central plank of women's rights isn't our right to have our unborn babies killed. The central plank of women's rights is Mary's unborn child, who grew to be the man who valued us so much he died on a Roman cross so we could live. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Elizabeth shouted to her pregnant cousin Mary, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!” (Luke 1:41–42) … truly this baby conceived out of wedlock and born into poverty changed everything for women.

Secular Creed, Ch. 2. "Love is Love" by NCA EM

Secular Creed, Ch. 1. "Black Lives Matter" by NCA EM

What's special about church? For this final episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson are joined by Rebecca McLaughlin, author of Confronting Christianity and The Secular Creed.They discuss the unique nature of the in-person church as the place where the vertical dimension of worship meets the horizontal dimension of embodied community. Reflecting on the long history of Christianity, they acknowledge that the church simply 'doing its thing' has a transformative leavening impact on the world.McLaughlin offers a critique of some of our attitudes towards church and personal evangelism, and some encouragements to keep proclaiming Christ even when it feels fruitless. Scrivener examines how our fear of being labeled 'bigots' can sometimes lead us to disqualify ourselves from sharing the gospel, even though our friends might be more receptive than we imagine.The podcast ends on a hopeful note: we are actually living in pre-Christian times—Jesus is Lord, he is returning, and summer is coming.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

Rebecca McLaughlin covers five contemporary claims that challenge Christianity. In this podcast I go through one of her chapters that examines the slogan "Women's Rights Are Human Rights."

This sermon is not a repeat of our dissecting of the Secular Creed. Instead, I am aiming to focus on the actual text of 2 Timothy 3:5 through the particular focus of how it presently applies to secularism in our day. That is by no means the only application of that verse. In Paul's own day, he was probably thinking about ascetics who thought they were godly through how rigorously they punished their bodies. Such asceticism has only an appearance of godliness, but it ultimately denies its power. Yet today that description applies very fittingly to secularism, which is the de facto worldview here in the West. For more resources for knowing and loving God's Word, visit bcnewton.co

Notice that these are not programs to be implemented but rather a lifestyle to be lived. This makes things both easier and harder. It is always easier to blame Christians as a whole than to become the ideal yourself. However, you do not need pastoral or committee approval to implement these changes; you just need to love your church, love your family, and guard your eyes and heart. For more resources for knowing and loving God's Word, visit bcnewton.co

Attention is the most basic form of generosity. Jesus modeled this attentiveness in his unusual interaction with the Syrophoenician woman. Like her, we who know the gracious attention of Jesus are liberated from self-absorption to give our attention to others, even if only for a few minutes. Seen people see people. Resources consulted:- Making Room, Christine Pohl- Secular Creed, Rebecca McLaughlin

This is the first lesson from my 2021 teaching through the Secular Creed, An Appearance of Godliness. For more resources visit, bcnewton.co

I am calling this study An Appearance of Godliness because, I believe, that is exactly what the statements of the Secular Creed are. Paul warned Timothy of the godlessness that would crop up in the last days.  For more resources for knowing and loving God's Word, visit bcnewton.co

One of my favorite preacher friends is back with us:)! Lisa unabashedly, in humility, speaks Truth in love. And that's what we are going to do today. I've asked her back (check her out on episode #11) to chat with me about the Bible and gender. She gives us a crash course on the Biblical worldview regarding gender, and then we discuss the day's issues. Listen in as we wrestle with the rise of gender identity confusion/dysphoria. We look at how the church addresses these issues redemptively and where the church may be missing the mark. Some of the questions we ponder are: How does a Biblical worldview help us navigate what the world is calling normal? How can we help? How do we have redemptive conversations? What difference can you and I make? The tagline for this Podcast is "Helping a hurting world one person at a time." So, please, please, please (as Lisa would say), helps us spread the word by hitting the like button, forwarding the episode to your friends, commenting, or giving a review. In doing so, this allows the message to go far and wide. You can do this one thing today to make a difference for our youth. Let's spread Hope and Healing that comes from Biblical truth and sound psychology! Soli Deo Gloria. Resources: "No Reason to Hide", Erwin Lutzer "The Secular Creed", by Rebecca McLaughlin "Gay Girl, Good God", Jackie Hill Perry, www.jackiehillperry.com "Five Lies of our Anti-Christian Age", Rosaria Butterfield. (coming in September 2023) For female detransitioners: https://www.rainbowredemptionproject.com/ Tips for Redemptive Conversations: 1. Listen, listen, listen 2. Ask clarifying questions. i.e. Where did you learn that? Who are you allowing to define you? What defines you? How do you feel about that? I don't know what that term means, can you explain it? 3. Address their feelings and emotions. Affirm them AND let them know they don't define them. Feelings are not their identity. 4. Lovingly point them to Jesus and HIs love for them. They are already defined and have an identity in Him. And He purposely made them male or female.They are just as God intends them to be. 5. Deal with their wrong thinking. (thinking that contradicts God's word). 6. Get the root of what their dysphoria or confusion is about. Search the internal. An external solution will not fix an internal problem. (it might give temporary relief, but cannot address the root issues). 7. Ask to pray for them. "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13 DO ALL IN LOVE and give Hope that is in Christ. We ALL can be made new creations through Him. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/angel-h-davis/message

Amber and I discuss the Secular Creed. This is our longest and deepest dive into a subject. Black Lives MatterLove Is LoveGay Rights Are Civil RightsWomen's Rights Are Human RightsTransgender Women Are WomenThis is based on the book By Dr. Rebecca McClaughlin, which you can purchase here:https://www.amazon.com/Secular-Creed-Engaging-Contemporary-Claims/dp/0999284304

The final part of our series on engaging the secular creed. To hear parts 1 & 2 head to www.gracemc.org. Join us for services at 9 and 10:30am Sundays! For more info on Grace Church, visit www.gracemc.org

Engaging the Secular Creed | IDENTITY | 4.23.2023 by Grace Church

Do you believe 'Love is love?" Today's message engages that question. For more information on Grace Church, head to www.gracemc.org Services are at 9 and 10:30am on Sundays. We will, through Christ-centered relationships: REACH people BUILD identity SERVE with purpose where we live, work and play

Guest: Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin | Dr. Arnold interviews Dr. McLaughlin about her book, The Secular Creed. Topics of conversation include, 1) The meaning of the word “secular”, 2) The use of creeds to articulate a set of core beliefs, 3) Ways in which the church has used Scripture wrongly, 4) The current issue of transgenderism, and 5) The importance of fighting for the culture with Christian love. Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin holds a PhD in Renaissance Literature from Cambridge University, as well as a degree in Theology and Pastoral Studies from Oak Hill College in London. She is the author of several books, including Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion (Crossway, 2019), 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity (Crossway, 2021), and The Secular Creed: Engaging Five Contemporary Claims (The Gospel Coalition, 2021).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we share a few final thoughts to close this series.

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we argue for a Christian understanding of science.

Interested in further study of the Bible? Join us at Logos Bible Software. Sign up to attend Westminster Seminary California's Seminary for a Day here! Get a copy of the Family Worship Bible Study, The Works of William Perkins, & the RHB Store! Please help support the show on our Patreon Page! WELCOME TO BOOK CLUB! Rebecca McLaughlin (PhD, Cambridge University) is the author of Confronting Christianity, named Christianity Today's 2020 Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year. Her subsequent works include 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity; The Secular Creed; and Jesus through the Eyes of Women. She also hosts the Confronting Christianity Podcast. We want to thank Crossway for their help in setting up this interview and providing us with the necessary materials to interview Rebecca Purchase the book(s) here: Confronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the Gospels Have Feedback or Questions? Email us at: guiltgracepod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram: @guiltgracepod Follow us on Twitter: @guiltgracepod Find us on YouTube: Guilt Grace Gratitude Podcast Please rate and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you use! Looking for a Reformed Church? North American Presbyterian & Reformed Churches --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gggpodcast/support

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we consider how Christians should treat immigrants.

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we discuss gospel hope for transgender people.

Our culture repeats and reinforces the message that we are the sovereign and supreme being in our lives. Everything becomes about our "kingdom"--our happiness, our fulfillment, and our desires. That perspective cuts God out and puts us at the center. Life will never work like that. Like Nebuchadnezzar, we have the decision to repent of our pride and recognize God's greatness or suffer the undoing of the life we've built apart from God. There is a stark contrast between the ways of God and the ways of the world. The greater the divergence, the more difficult it is for people to live faithfully for God. The book of Daniel provides a story of a young man who remained faithful to God in the midst of a godless culture. The story of Daniel shows us how to be an influence for God rather than being influenced away from God. Resource: The book Jared mentions at the top of the message is "The Secular Creed" by Rebecca Mclaughlin

Our culture repeats and reinforces the message that we are the sovereign and supreme being in our lives. Everything becomes about our "kingdom"--our happiness, our fulfillment, and our desires. That perspective cuts God out and puts us at the center. Life will never work like that. Like Nebuchadnezzar, we have the decision to repent of our pride and recognize God's greatness or suffer the undoing of the life we've built apart from God. There is a stark contrast between the ways of God and the ways of the world. The greater the divergence, the more difficult it is for people to live faithfully for God. The book of Daniel provides a story of a young man who remained faithful to God in the midst of a godless culture. The story of Daniel shows us how to be an influence for God rather than being influenced away from God.Resource: The book Jared mentions at the top of the message is "The Secular Creed" by Rebecca Mclaughlin

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we focus on women's rights.

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we discuss gay rights.

In this series, Matthew and Jeremy discuss secular beliefs about human rights arguing that the foundations for these beliefs are not secularism but Christianity. In this episode, we focus on the theme Black Lives Matter.

Chad Fisher, Lead Pastor at Rock City Church, sits down with Katie Fisher, Patrick Crawford, and Gerald Murphy to talk about the biblical response to the secular creed during the series, To Tell The Truth, on July 24, 2022. // But the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last [days] some in the church will turn away from Christ and become eager followers of teachers with devil-inspired ideas. These teachers will tell lies with straight faces and do it so often that their consciences won't even bother them. Stay true to what is right and God will bless you and use you to help others. 1 Timothy 4:1-2, 16 (TLB)//Rock City Church has multiple locations throughout Columbus, Ohio. Whether you're spiritually restless, new at discovering who God is or you are a veteran of the faith, you are welcome here! // WEBSITE: https://rockcitychurch.tv FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/rockcitychurch INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/rockcitychurch TWITTER: https://twitter.com/rockcitychurch

Chad Fisher, Lead Pastor at Rock City Church, sits down for a one-on-one with Patrick Crawford to talk about the biblical response to the secular creed during the series, To Tell The Truth, on July 17, 2022. // But the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last [days] some in the church will turn away from Christ and become eager followers of teachers with devil-inspired ideas. These teachers will tell lies with straight faces and do it so often that their consciences won't even bother them. Stay true to what is right and God will bless you and use you to help others. 1 Timothy 4:1-2, 16 (TLB)//Rock City Church has multiple locations throughout Columbus, Ohio. Whether you're spiritually restless, new at discovering who God is or you are a veteran of the faith, you are welcome here! // WEBSITE: https://rockcitychurch.tv FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/rockcitychurch INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/rockcitychurch TWITTER: https://twitter.com/rockcitychurch

We have all seen signs proclaiming "Black Lives Matter," "Love Is Love," and "Women's Rights Are Human Rights." The author of this book, Rebecca McLaughlin, offers a gentle yet powerful biblical corrective to five contemporary claims. I focus in this podcast on her chapter dealing with "Black Lives Matter."

The 5th episode in a 12-part series “Black, White, and Red All Over: A Podcast Series about the Bible.” ------------------------ Episode Summary/For Further ExplorationJohn, Ellyn, and Tiffany are joined by special guest Ethan McVay as they review what they took away from the Bible books Judges, Ruth, 1/2 Samuel and 1/2 Chronicles. They also briefly discuss some of the prominent women in the Bible, particularly the Old Testament.   Intro and Fun Banter - 0:00 Tiffany's thoughts on "All the Bible Ladies" - 12:40 Ellyn's thoughts on "All the Bible Ladies" - 14:24 Ethan's thoughts on "All the Bible Ladies" - 15:45 John's thoughts on "All the Bible Ladies" - 17:18 Ellyn's insights on Judges, Ruth, Samuel, Chronicles - 24:14 Tiffany's insights on Judges, Ruth, Samuel, Chronicles - 29:51 Ethan's insights on Judges, Ruth, Samuel, Chronicles - 33:55 John's insights on Judges, Ruth, Samuel, Chronicles - 38:44 Looking ahead and final thoughts - 47:00 Join them in reading through the Bible this year! Find resources to help get you started below. *If you have thoughts or questions, we'd love to talk with you! Email your questions to youngadults@fbchav.org or john@fbchsv.org* ------------------------ Links to Items to Help You Further Explore These Topicshttps://www.amazon.com/How-Not-Read-Bible-Crazy-Sounding-ebook/dp/B085XNGKP3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DHEKG1GFNRK7&keywords=how+not+to+read+the+bible+dan+kimball&qid=1652283961&sprefix=how+not+to+read+%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1 (How (NOT) to Read the Bible by Dan Kimball) https://www.amazon.com/Secular-Creed-Engaging-Contemporary-Claims/dp/0999284304/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TMRCKCMLNUMT&keywords=the+secular+creed&qid=1652284006&sprefix=the+secular+creed%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1 (The Secular Creed by Rebecca McLaughlin) https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/priscilla-papers-academic-journal/jaels-story-initial-fulfillment-genesis-315 (Jael as the fulfillment of Genesis 3:15) https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1180465021345816579.html (Bible Scholar Dr. PJ Williams on the link between Ruth and Judges) https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1163595483195092993.html (Bible Scholar Dr. PJ Williams on the Bible's most gory story - the Levite's concubine) ------------------------ Resources & References for After You Listenhttps://my.bible.com/reading-plans/17553-the-bible-recap-with-tara-leigh-cobble#:~:text=%E2%86%90Plans-,Share,-The%20Bible%20Recap (The Bible Recap Reading Plan on the Bible App) https://www.thebiblerecap.com/start (Bible Recap Resources to help get you started in reading through the Bible) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R9HzW7B3jBBAi_NmMnateGeqoYleTVf5/view (The Bible Recap Links) https://bibleproject.com/ (The Bible Project) https://announce.bibleproject.com/?_ga=2.225246429.615507031.1642525114-1608109579.1642525114 (The Bible Project App) Check out All our Other Episodes on our Podcast & Keep an Eye Out for Episode 6 of Season 3 on or around June 1st! ------------------------ Special Thanks to Ellyn Christian for logo design and Patrick Chester for sound and audio! Visit us online at https://my.captivate.fm/www.fbchsv.org/youngadults (www.fbchsv.org/youngadults) and check out our sermons and services at https://my.captivate.fm/www.fbchsv.org/sermons (www.fbchsv.org/sermons), and watch our 30min TV Program https://tvchurch.online/ (tvchurch.online)

In this episode, we chat with Rebecca McLaughlin (author of The Secular Creed and Confronting Christianity) about how to share our faith in a secular and often contentious age.

How should we respond when we see lawn signs that tell us what the people in their house believe - especially when some of the things they state go against what the Bible teaches. Rebecca McLaughlin has written a helpful book to answer that important question that matters. Visit Rebecca's website. Recommended Reading: The Secular Creed: Engaging Five Contemporary Claims by Rebecca McLaughlin (2021) In this provocative book, Rebecca McLaughlin helps us disentangle the beliefs Christians gladly affirm from those they cannot embrace, and invites us to talk with our neighbors about the things that matter most. Far from opposing love across difference, McLaughlin argues, Christianity is the original source and firmest foundation for true diversity, equality, and life-transforming love. Purchase your copy. 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin (2021) Backed by state-of-the-art research, personal stories, illustrations, and careful biblical study, this book doesn’t dodge tough questions. Instead, it invites teenagers to ask their hardest questions about Christianity and to find surprising, life-giving answers. Purchase your copy. Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by Love: How a Violent Klansman Became a Champion of Racial Reconciliation by Thomas Tarrants (2019) A dramatic story of radical transformation, Tom Tarrants shares his journey from violent clansman to pastor and advocate of reconciliation. His story demonstrates that hope is not lost even in the most tumultuous of times. Purchase you copy.

Rebecca McLaughlin led a breakout during TGC21 titled “The Secular Creed” based loosely on her recently released book by the same title. Framing her teaching within current cultural critiques of modern evangelicalism and its history, she encourages Christians to both take the critiques seriously and avoid simply defending our tribe.She focuses on four points for consideration:- Jesus demands diversity- Jesus defines sexuality- Jesus defends women- Jesus desires repentance

Our society has created some strong beliefs about equality, diversity, and love.  Many people proudly display their creed on signs in their front yards! How should Christians engage over these secular statements?  We will sort out the truths Christians can affirm from those we cannot embrace with author Rebecca McLaughlin. Learn to speak winsome Biblical truth into your cultural conversations!

If you feel the pressure to believe that Christians are close-minded and a growing minority, you're in for an encouraging surprise. Join Juli and Rebecca McLaughlin, author of Confronting Christianity, to hear why Christianity can not only withstand the toughest questions, but how they become signposts that point people to Jesus. Guest: Rebecca McLaughlin, rebeccamclaughlin.org Show notes: Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin* Register for our FREE! webinar on Thurs. 10/21, "How To Use Your Power To Build Intimacy" Finding the Hero in Your Husband, Revisited by Dr. Juli Slattery Leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or in your podcast app Java #312: Born Again This Way: Rachel's Story (exclusive content) The Secular Creed by Rebecca McLaughlin* Follow Authentic Intimacy on: Instagram: @authenticintimacy Facebook: @authenticintimacy Follow Juli on Twitter @DrJuliSlattery *This is an affiliate link. AI may earn referral fees from qualifying purchases.

Join us for Daily Devotions with Pastor Jim Thomas. Each morning, he will share a selection of his favorite devotionals along with a short time of prayer. We interviewed Rebecca McLaughlin recently about her book, "The Secular Creed." You can watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/HCdfTybSqKA This is a resource of The Village Chapel in Nashville, Tennessee. Artwork for the podcast by Kim Thomas, music by Phil Keaggy. Artwork and music used by permission Follow TVC Online: www.thevillagechapel.com Facebook.com/tvcnashville Twitter.com/tvcnashville Instagram.com/tvcnashville

Engaging conversations on race or sexuality is a hard, holy task. As Christians, we don't always do it well, even if our hearts are in the right place. Are these conversations the same? How are they different? Can we advocate justice and unity without endorsing what is not God's best? And how do we do this with our friends? Stephanie Thole entered into this conversation with extraordinary grace and kindness, and we are thrilled to listen in again. I Highlights I “We were one of the few black families. I remember always being so attracted to all of these white boys. In my mind, I was like, ‘I gotta get rid of this…' I understood at a very early age that that was not allowed.” —Stephanie Thole “I was very much aware at how different I was. That I was ‘other.'” —Stephanie Thole “A lot of us have made mistakes, have had hard conversations, have offended the wrong person, and it's been a painful, awkward experience. Don't let that stop you. Keep walking.” —Stephanie Thole I Do the Next Thing I For more on this conversation, check out our friends Daniel Hill and Rebecca McLaughlin! They lend their voices well to these issues. - *The Secular Creed* by Rebecca McLaughlin: https://www.amazon.com/Secular-Creed-Engaging-Contemporary-Claims/dp/0999284304 - *White Lies* by Daniel Hill: https://www.amazon.com/White-Lies-Expose-Resist-Systems/dp/0310358515 You can also listen to our interview with Rebecca McLaughlin here! https://lauriekrieg.com/podcast/3619/ Have you seen our new favorite Bible yet? Check it out here! https://csbholylandillustratedbible.com Follow Laurie on Instagram for more ministry updates! https://www.instagram.com/laurie_krieg/?hl=en

Today, Glen interviews Rebecca McLaughlin live about her new book, 'The Secular Creed: Engaging Five Contemporary Claims'.Plus, there's an exciting update about opportunities to train with us at Speak Life. To find out more or sign up, go to: https://speaklifefoundry.com/Support the show (https://speaklife.org.uk/give/)

Episode 61: Our response to Racial inequality and violence? Episode 62: The church and Race Reconciliation – An interview with Derek L. Jackson! Episode 63: Is Liberation Theology a door to Universalism?

RESOURCES: 1 & 2 Peter & Jude by Paul Gardner, The Secular Creed by Rebecca McLaughlin, Preaching by Timothy Keller, This is our time by Trevin Wax, Popologetics by Ted Turnau

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism’s formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism’s formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism’s formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism’s formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/secularism

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

The predominantly secular focus of socialism can often obscure the parts of its ideology that reflect the elements it inherited from Western religious thinking. In Socialism as a Secular Creed: A Modern Global History (Lexington Books, 2021), Andrei Znamenski shows how this religious inheritance created elements within it that were closer in form to a belief system than a philosophy. These religious elements were most prevalent in socialism's formative period, as Znamenski identifies the debt the socialist world-view owed to Christian millennialist ideas that were current in the early 19th century. Because of this the socialist world-view soon echoed the Christian one, with the working class becoming the chosen people who were anticipated to be the vanguard leading the world to the promised land of a socialist system. These elements persisted even as socialism focused on social engineering and nationalist forces caused socialist thinking to branch off into different forms. This continued in the 20th century as the economic conditions changed, as the “embourgeoisement” of the working classes and the post-World War II desire to disassociate from Soviet-style socialism led many socialists to turn instead to culture as the means towards attaining their millennialist vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

Dr. McLaughlin has a Ph.D. in English Literature from Cambridge University (U.K.) and has become a premier apologist for a new generation. Her book Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World’s Largest Religion won Christianity Today’s book award for 2020 and her latest book The Secular Creed is bound to stir things up. In this episode, we talk about how most of the challenges to Christianity are more ethical in nature. People think Christianity can’t be true in light of its history of racism, slavery, misogyny, and homophobia--among other things. Rebecca addresses these kinds of legitimate arguments with intelligence and wisdom. Support PrestonSupport Preston by going to patreon.comVenmo: @Preston-Sprinkle-1Connect with PrestonTwitter | @PrestonSprinkleInstagram | @preston.sprinkleYoutube | Preston SprinkleCheck out his website prestonsprinkle.comIf you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

In this episode of The Way Home podcast I am joined by Rebecca McLaughlin, author of several books including “10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity” and “The Secular Creed.” If you have a teen in your life, Rebecca has a lot of wisdom and advise for you as you engage in difficult…

In this episode of The Way Home podcast I am joined by Rebecca McLaughlin, author of several books including “10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity” and “The Secular Creed.” If you have a teen in your life, Rebecca has a lot of wisdom and advise for you as you engage in difficult…

Pastor J.D. and Rebecca McLaughlin discuss Rebecca’s new book, The Secular Creed, as she helps to disentangle the beliefs Christians gladly affirm from those they cannot embrace.

Join the conversation as Matt and John discuss sports, TGC debrief, and Jaromir Jagr. 0:00- Intro and sports 15:46- TGC debrief  36:19- Athlete  38:05- One thing John Piper, Providence  https://amzn.to/3sC8mit Tom Schreiner, 1-2 Peter, Jude (2nd ed.)    https://amzn.to/3arbgAG Randy Newman, Questioning Evangelism (2nd ed.)  https://amzn.to/3txQ2bV Rebecca McLaughlin, The Secular Creed  https://amzn.to/3xcazVI Kevin DeYoung, Men and Women in the Church  https://amzn.to/3n162Aq What about Evil- Scott Christensen  https://amzn.to/2RMtFkW

Subject: An Appearance of Godliness: Dissecting the Secular Creed Speaker or Performer: Cole Newton Date of Delivery: March 17, 2021

Subject: An Appearance of Godliness: Dissecting the Secular Creed Speaker or Performer: Cole Newton Date of Delivery: January 19, 2021