Podcasts about worldview studies

Why is it often difficult to find pleasure and joy in God? If the chief end of man is to know and enjoy God, why do so many of us fall short? In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Biola professor Thaddeus Williams about these questions and his new book Revering God. Dr. Williams argues that a deep-dive into the theological understanding of the reverence of God can transform our relationship with God and allow us to live in awe-inspired devotion. Thaddeus J. Williams (Ph.D., Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam) loves enlarging students' understanding and enjoyment of Jesus at Biola University in La Mirada, CA, where he serves as associate professor of Systematic Theology for Talbot School of Theology. He has also taught Philosophy and Literature at Saddleback College, Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, and as a lecturer in Worldview Studies at L'Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, and Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. He resides in Orange County, CA with his wife and four kids. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Today we're told to be true to ourselves, look within for answers, and follow our hearts. But when we put our own happiness first, we experience record-breaking levels of aimlessness, loneliness, depression, and anxiety. In Don't Follow Your Heart, Thaddeus Williams debunks the “ten commandments of self-worship” and points to a life beyond the self-defeating dogmas of self-worship to a more meaningful life centred on Someone infinitely more interesting, satisfying, and awesome than ourselves. Thaddeus Williams is back on the podcast, this time to tell us not to follow our hearts but to follow God's heart!  ABOUTThaddeus J. Williams (Ph.D., Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam) loves enlarging students' understanding and enjoyment of Jesus at Biola University in La Mirada, CA, where he serves as associate professor of Systematic Theology for Talbot School of Theology. His previous appearance on Deep Thoughts, to talk about Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth (episode 36) is one of the podcast's most popular episodes. He has also taught Philosophy and Literature at Saddleback College, Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, and as a lecturer in Worldview Studies at L'Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, and Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. He resides in Orange County, CA with his wife and four kids.

"One of the things that shocked me, frankly, from the research with parents and children that we did last year is that most kids in America no longer trust their parents." - Dr. George Barna In this powerful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton interviews renowned researcher and author Dr. George Barna. Join them as they dive deep into the topic of raising spiritual champions in a world of shifting worldviews. Dr. Barna reflects on his extensive national studies and shares key insights on the importance of establishing a solid Biblical worldview - a responsibility that CAN NOT be delegated or surrendered to schools, churches, media or community organizations.  Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel. Dr. George Barna is a professor at Arizona Christian University and Director of Research at the Cultural Research Center at ACU. He's an expert on Worldview Studies, Christian Culture, and American Religious Life, Political Studies and Behavior. – Author of 60 books! One of the nation's most influential Christian Leaders. Recommended Resources: Podcast Note-Taking Guide RAISING SPIRITUAL CHAMPIONS, Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind, and Soul, by Dr. George Barna Research Insights: How Homeschooling Cultivates Engaged Learners with Dr. Brian Ray  

"Socratic dialogue with kids is asking questions... 'What would Scripture say about that?'... You're asking questions that lead them to make the decisions, to make the connections." - Dr. George Barna In this powerful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton interviews renowned researcher and author Dr. George Barna. Join them as they dive deep into the topic of raising spiritual champions in a world of shifting worldviews. Dr. Barna reflects on his extensive national studies and shares key insights on the importance of establishing a solid Biblical worldview - a responsibility that CAN NOT be delegated or surrendered to schools, churches, media or community organizations.  Come back tomorrow for the rest of this important conversation. Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel. Dr. George Barna is a professor at Arizona Christian University and Director of Research at the Cultural Research Center at ACU. He's an expert on Worldview Studies, Christian Culture, and American Religious Life, Political Studies and Behavior. – Author of 60 books! One of the nation's most influential Christian Leaders. Recommended Resources: Podcast Note-Taking Guide RAISING SPIRITUAL CHAMPIONS, Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind, and Soul, by Dr. George Barna Research Insights: How Homeschooling Cultivates Engaged Learners with Dr. Brian Ray  

"I think it's incumbent upon us to crack the code on worldview because if we don't, we will continue to stumble in the dark." - Dr. George Barna In this powerful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Yvette Hampton interviews renowned researcher and author Dr. George Barna. Join them as they dive deep into the topic of raising spiritual champions in a world of shifting worldviews. Dr. Barna reflects on his extensive national studies and shares key insights on the importance of establishing a solid Biblical worldview - a responsibility that CAN NOT be delegated or surrendered to schools, churches, media or community organizations.  Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation. Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel. Dr. George Barna is a professor at Arizona Christian University and Director of Research at the Cultural Research Center at ACU. He's an expert on Worldview Studies, Christian Culture, and American Religious Life, Political Studies and Behavior. – Author of 60 books! One of the nation's most influential Christian Leaders. Recommended Resources: Podcast Note-Taking Guide RAISING SPIRITUAL CHAMPIONS, Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind, and Soul, by Dr. George Barna Research Insights: How Homeschooling Cultivates Engaged Learners with Dr. Brian Ray  

Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular, young people to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean still teaches one high school Bible class, which helps give him exceptional insight into the prevailing culture so he can impart his observations poignantly to fellow educators, pastors, and parents alike. In 2008, he received the Educator of the Year award for San Juan Capistrano, California. The Association of Christian Schools International awarded Exemplary Status to his apologetics training. Sean is listed among the top 100 apologists. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2014. In April 2000, Sean married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie. They have three children and live in San Juan Capistrano, California. Sean played college basketball at Biola University and was the captain his senior year on a team that went 30-7. Listen today as Dr. Sean McDowell shares (among other topics) that if you want to pass on your faith to your kids, the effective way to do that and data shows, you have to: 1. Model your faith to your kids. If you don't model it, it doesn't matter what you say. 2. Build close, warm, intimate relationship with your kids. 3. Engage them in spiritual, natural conversations, not lectures. Always look for ways to ask questions and engage them. Affirm that asking questions are great and welcome in the Christian fold. You can follow Dr. Sean McDowell through the resources below: Website - https://seanmcdowell.orgInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC321oNTD2yrszfYoz3-X1wPodcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-biblically-conversations-on-faith-culture/id1300837524- Top 5 Tuesday Join our weekly email list to keep up to date with the highlights of what is going on in our family life.https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/top-5-tuesday-newletter - Looking for more Now That We're A Family resources? We got 'em! Website: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatwereafamily/ OUR FAMILY MUSIC ACADEMY: https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com Homeschool Course: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/homeschool Get it All Done Club: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/get-it-all-done-club Is your life just too complicated to ever feel peaceful? Check out Katie's Free Home Management Masterclass:https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/get-it-all-done-club

A new MP3 sermon from Dr. J. R. Dickens is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Humanism in Five Words: "Love it or Lose it" Subtitle: Worldview Studies Speaker: J.R. Dickens Broadcaster: Dr. J. R. Dickens Event: Teaching Date: 2/21/2022 Length: 45 min.

Passing on a Christian worldview to our kids requires much more than just telling them the truth. It requires us to help them love the truth and gain spiritual immunity against infectious bad ideas. Chuck Colson called Summit Ministries “the gold standard” for training young adults in Christian worldview. If you know a student who needs to attend a Summit conference this summer, visit summit.org/student, and use code “BREAKPOINT” to receive an exclusive discount. 

John Stonestreet welcomes Michael Craven to discuss the growth and impact of the Colson Fellows Program.  To learn more and apply for the program visit https://colsonfellows.org/. 

John and Maria discuss what appears to be a vendetta against Jack Phillips and some striking patterns are found in a new study of mass shooters.   — Recommendations —  The Empathy Diaries: A Memoir by Sherry Turkle Aurora Leigh by Elizabeth Barrett Browning The Colson Center National Conference — "Colorado baker loses appeal over transgender birthday cake" CBS News Segment 1 - New Data on Mass Shootings "Nearly all U.S. mass attackers were male and faced major life stressor, report finds" NPR "The Crisis of Fatherless Shooters" The Heritage Foundation "What We're Missing About Mass Shootings" Breakpoint Segment 2 - ChatGPT: Friend or Foe? "EXPLAINER: What is ChatGPT and why are schools blocking it?" AP News "Professor catches student cheating with ChatGPT: ‘I feel abject terror'" New York Post "Teachers consider ChatGPT's place in the classroom" WORLD Segment 3 - Church Attendance and Affiliation Post-COVID "Faith After the Pandemic: How COVID-19 Changed American Religion" Survey Center on American Life Segment 4 - Stories of the Week "American Life Expectancy Continues to Fall" Breakpoint "Effective Compassion vs. Effective Altruism" Breakpoint "What Christians Can Learn from Secular Humanism" Breakpoint

Adam Griffin, Cassie Bryant, and Chelsea Griffin are joined by Dr. Sean McDowell to have a conversation about what the current generation is facing.Questions Covered in This Episode:For those who don't know you, would you introduce yourself and tell us about you, your family, and your ministry?What is different about what this generation is facing?What kind of reasons are you seeing in this generation as to why they don't want to be part of the Christian church?What does it look like to “start early” as a parent addressing some of the tougher questions our kids are struggling with?How do you encourage parents to equip themselves to address some of these “tough issues” that this generation is facing?Is there a way for families to do skilled research together? Or is that something we need to provide space for kids to do on their own?What is the Christian family's answer to all of this stress and anxiety?What encouragement can you offer to parents in order to stay positive in this work?Where do you see the “biblical worldview” facing the greatest cultural opposition in this generation and how can we address that?What do you see or think God is doing with this generation?Why is love the backbone to what you're advocating for in how we interact with these young people?What do you see in God's word that you think really resonates with this generation?If our listeners want to pray for you and your family, what can they ask God for on your behalf?Guest Bio:Dr. Sean McDowell is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He is a teacher with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean is the co-host for the Think Biblically podcast, has a YouTube channel, and has an apologetics blog. He is the author, co-author, or editor of many books including but not limited to; Chasing Love, The Fate of the Apostles, So The Next Generation Will Know, A New Kind of Apologist, Apologetics for a New Generation, and The Apologetics Study Bible for Students.He graduated from Talbot Theological Seminary with a double master's degree in Theology and Philosophy. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2014. Sean married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie and they have three children.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Acts 17:11, 1 Peter 5:7, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Romans 12:2, “So the Next Generation Will Know” by Sean McDowellThe State of Theology by LigonierStand to Reason PodcastReasonable Faith PodcastThink Biblically PodcastMike Winger Youtube ChannelTHE BEAT by Allen Parr Youtube ChannelDr. Sean McDowell Youtube ChannelState of the Bible 2022 Research from American Bible SocietyAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church.Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | TwitterOur Sister Shows:Knowing Faith | Confronting ChristianityThe Family Discipleship Podcast is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon.

Sean McDowell is a sought-after international speaker on cultural, ethical, theological, and apologetics topics, and he retains a PhD in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has authored and co-authored over one dozen books and study guides, including So the Next Generation Will Know: Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World and Chasing Love. Sean McDowell - Guest Speaker at Calvary Albuquerque.

Sean McDowell is a sought-after international speaker on cultural, ethical, theological, and apologetics topics, and he retains a PhD in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has authored and co-authored over one dozen books and study guides, including So the Next Generation Will Know: Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World and Chasing Love. Sean McDowell - Guest Speaker at Calvary Albuquerque.

Justice, race, sexuality, and gender are among the hottest topics in our culture today. These issues are often packaged together under the banners of “social justice” and being “woke.” The church has not been immune from these conversations, as many Christians attempt to grapple with the various issues and voices around social justice. As I have studied these debates, I have found one of the best resources to be Thaddeus Williams's Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth. In this single volume, Williams tackles all of the foremost topics swirling around our culture today. His treatment of these debates is grounded in truth, compassion, and a desire for true justice. In this episode, we discuss his book and a Christian view of social justice that is grounded in a thoroughly biblical worldview. Thaddeus Williams (Ph.D., Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam) loves enlarging students' understanding and enjoyment of Jesus at Biola University in La Mirada, CA, where he serves as assistant professor of Systematic Theology for Talbot School of Theology. He has also taught Philosophy and Literature at Saddleback College, Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, and as a lecturer in Worldview Studies at L'Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, and Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. He resides in Orange County, CA with his wife and four kids. Order a copy of Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth here: https://tinyurl.com/k8vrv8 Check out the full show notes for highlights and resources from this episode: https://tinyurl.com/thaddeus-williams SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: PayPal: https://paypal.me/AaronShamp?locale.x=en_US Venmo: @AaronShamp Cash App: $AaronShamp –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/Ue48lJLVA30​Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/perseverance​––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Today we are beyond honored to have Dr. Ryan Mcpherson and his lovely wife Marie on my podcast, as well as my awesome, amazing husband Pastor Joel Stuebs!   Ryan and Marie are parents to six and expecting their seventh child in October.  Ryan serves as diretor of the Center for Apologetics and Worldview Studies and chair of the History Department at Bethany Lutheran College where he teaches courses in American history and bioethics. He also is president of the Hausvater Project, a nonprofit organization promoting a biblical vision for family, church, and society in the spirit of the Lutheran confessions. He holds a Ph.D. in History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Notre Dame. The author of numerous books, he also has served as senior editor to The Family in America: A Journal of Public Policy (2012 to 2016) and as a global advisor to The MacPherson Group, PC (currently). You can read more about Ryan and Marie HERE Link to Vaccine research paper: http://uffl.org/pdfs/vol30/UFL_2020_MacPherson.pdf Link to Marie's book (Sara owns, FANTASTIC!) "Mothering many:Sanity-saving strategies from Moms of Four or More" https://www.intoyourhandsllc.com/publishing/books/69-mothering-many-sanity-saving-strategies-from-moms-of-four-or-more.html Intro song: "God we need now" - Struggle Jennings & Caitlynne Curtis  Ending song: "Anchor" (Reimagined) by Skillet https://music.apple.com/us/album/anchor-reimagined/1480899861?i=1480900023 Please leave me a voice message with any question you have,  as well as any question or comment or topic you would like to be discussed on For Such a Time as This. https://anchor.fm/s/4ea802c0/podcast/rss Use the code "BLUEROSE" at checkout to get an additional 20% off your purchases at A.W.A.R.E causes. https://awarecauses.com/?ref=29bln6pfgto- Are you seeking guidance to get your health and wellness back on track and create habit changes that will result in lasting solutions?  Check out my website to see my coaching packages! Stuck in a rut?  Need financial habit change?   Weight loss a goal and it's not happening?  Life coaching may be just what you need! https://www.bluerosewellness.com/plans-pricing Follow me on Telegram! https://t.me/bluerosewellness  Stay up to date with all my recent videos on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9T_qf0Skr6wRLkFMF0mYSg  All other follows and links:) https://linktr.ee/Sarastuebs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sara-stuebs/message

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Thaddeus Williams, Associate Professor of Theology at Biola University, and we talk about his recent book, Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth, and the role of social media in these divided times.Meet Dr. Williams:Dr. Williams serves as an associate professor of systematic theology at Biola University in California. He has also taught Philosophy and Literature at Saddleback College, Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, and was a lecturer in Worldview Studies at L'Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, as well as teaching Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship through the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. He resides in Orange County, CA with his wife and four kids.Resources:Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth by Thaddeus WilliamsReal Christianity by William WilberforceThe Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self by Carl Trueman (Who we hosted on WeeklyTech earlier this year)

This is the Babylon Bee Interview Show. In this episode of The Babylon Bee Podcast, Kyle and Ethan talk to Sean McDowell. They talk about Purity Culture, the BLM organization, Yoga, and evil G-Rated Disney films. Sean is an author, speaker, and apologetics professor at Biola University. Sean has earned his P.H.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has since used his knowledge to equip the church in apologetics speaking at conferences, schools, and churches nationwide. Sean has authored, co-author or edited over 18 books on various topics in apologetics.  Be sure to check out The Babylon Bee YouTube Channel for more podcasts, podcast shorts, animation, and more. To watch or listen to the full podcast, become a subscriber at https://babylonbee.com/plans.  Topics Discussed Difference teaching between high school and college students Chasing Love  Science and faith  Is Christianity good?  Problem with Evil  Beach ball metaphor  Objective standard of ethics Secular worldview in Christian homes G rated relativistic worldview  Frozen 2 Pocahontas problem Matrix vs Saving Private Ryan  CNN interview Rick Warren's secret library Sean’s father on tolerance Buzzwords from the Left Tolerance Response towards BLM Discernment towards the BLM organization Coleman Hughes How do Christians push for more conversations Yoga Purity culture Questioning phase over rebellious phase Subscriber Portion  Purity Culture Critiquing purity culture Fate of the apostles  Bartolomeu  Peter being crucified upside down  Christian schools

Thaddeus Williams is convinced that social justice is one of the most epic and age-defining controversies facing the 21st-century church. In this episode Thaddeus chats with Matt about his new book, Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth, bringing biblical faithfulness and timely clarity to issues such as racism, Black Lives Matter, Intersectionality, and Critical Race Theory. By distinguishing 'Social Justice A' (biblically required and socially necessary) from 'Social Justice B' (our culture's present definition), Thaddeus shows us that while Social Justice B contains some truth, it represents a completely different worldview. This may be the most important episode you listen to this year. *Warning: Deep thoughts not guaranteed. ABOUT: THADDEUS WILLIAMS Thaddeus Williams loves enlarging students' understanding and enjoyment of Jesus at Biola University in La Mirada, CA, where he serves as assistant professor of Systematic Theology for Talbot School of Theology. He has also taught Philosophy and Literature at Saddleback College, Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, and as a lecturer in Worldview Studies at L'Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, and Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. His latest book, Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth is the subject of this episode.

We’re embarking on a new series about some of the challenges facing philosophy and Christian faith in the wake of 2020. Today, series host Andrew Tebbutt starts close to home with guests Ronald A. Kuipers (Associate Professor of Philosophy of Religion, Director of the CPRSE, and President of ICS) and Gideon Strauss (Associate Professor of Worldview Studies and Academic Dean at ICS). Together they reflect on global democracy and the role of lament. Stay tuned for more conversations in the coming weeks. *** Upcoming Summer Courses at ICS Pragmatism, Race, and Religion: Du Bois, West, and Glaude (June 7-July 16) with Ronald A. Kuipers Lead from Where You Are: Making a Difference in the Face of Tough Problems, Big Questions, and Organizational Politics (August 16-20) with Gideon Strauss ... and more! *** Critical Faith is sponsored by the Centre for Philosophy, Religion, and Social Ethics (CPRSE) at the Institute for Christian Studies in Toronto. For more, visit www.icscanada.edu. Music by Matt Bernico.

“Generation Z.” “iGen.” “Centennials.” Whatever you happen to call this generation, the children who drew their first breaths in the years between Alanis Morissette’s “Ironic” and Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” are the first generation of digital natives in human history. But how secure is the faith of these teenagers and young adults? And how can current church leaders help them to trust the truth of the Christian faith? That’s what apologetics professor and bestselling author Sean McDowell joins Timothy to talk about this week. Sean also acknowledges his little-known affection for keyboard synthesizers and the music of Depeche Mode. And, as always, Sean talks about superheroes, because he’s Sean McDowell and that’s what Sean McDowell does, because he’s amazing that way. The focus on teenagers persists into the second half of the episode as Garrick and Timothy look at a song that’s known to most people as “Teenage Wasteland,” mostly because most people only hear the song on classic rock radio stations. The real name of this tune from The Who is “Baba O’Riley.” Even though it’s one of the greatest productions in the history of rock and roll, the song is actually a leftover from an unfinished dystopian science fiction rock and roll opera. The opera was supposed to be called “Lifehouse,” and the story line that Pete Townshend of The Who sketched out for it in 1971 sounds suspiciously like a certain film from 1999 known as The Matrix. After listening to “Baba O’Riley,” your intrepid cohosts analyze the song’s eschatology and unearth the twisted history behind Pete Townshend’s penchant for smashing guitars, which can be traced back to a low ceiling in London and an artist named Gustav Metzger whose lectures were attended by members of Queen, The Rolling Stones, and The Who. Along the way, Garrick and Timothy realize that “going Gustav” is the perfect phrase to describe the smashing of a guitar on stage. Also, someone should totally name their guitar-smashing band “Göïng Güstäv.” This week’s Toybox Hero Tournament was so brutal that the dynamic duo was almost forced to change the rating of this episode. The contestant from Garrick’s family is a buffalo or a bison or some other sort of furry bovine that’s full of blood and meat and bones and various squishy physiological artifacts. (Garrick and Timothy are theologians not zoologists, folks. When it comes to the nuances that distinguish various mammals, they are basically clueless. They only remember which of their household creatures is a cat and which one is a hamster when the cat eats the hamster. Or the hamster eats the cat, whichever one it was that happened last week. Also, why hasn’t anyone ever named their rock band “Plätÿpüs”?) The other combatant is a lioness which inexplicably has a mane, suggesting that Timothy may need to have a discussion about feline gender roles with one of his children. The result of this sanguinary clash is much bloodletting and general pandemonium related to the toy animals that populate the Jones and Bailey households.   The new cover art for this season was created by Dani Wallace (daniwallace.myportfolio.com).   This Week’s Guest Sean McDowell earned his PhD in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is now professor of Christian Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. Sean is the author, co-author, or editor of over twenty books including The Fate of the Apostles, So The Next Generation Will Know, and Evidence that Demands a Verdict. You can find out more about Sean and his ministry at his apologetics blog, seanmcdowell.org.   Links to Click B and H Academic Student Ministry by the Book: book by Ed Newton and R. Scott Pace So That the Next Generation Will Know: book by Sean McDowell and J. Warner Wallace Gen Z: study by Barna Group Chasing Love: book by Sean McDowell (Dec. 2020) Passionate Conviction: book edited by Paul Copan and William Lane Craig Who's Next: album by The Who Baba O'Riley: song by The Who SBTS Preview Day Urban Ministry Podcast   How to Make Three Chords and the Truth More Amazing than It Already Is Support the show and spread the word! Here are a few ways to do that: 1. 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Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. He connects with audiences in a tangible way through humor and stories while imparting hard evidence and logical support for viewing all areas of life through a Biblical worldview. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. Sean is listed among the top 100 apologists. He graduated summa cum laude from Talbot Theological Seminary with a double master's degree in Theology and Philosophy. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2014. seanmcdowell.org Listen to more of Sean on the podcast 'Think Biblically', co-hosted with fellow university professor Scott Rae. Get in touch on Instagram! @thebridgewf

Sean and I talk about his new book "Chasing Love" which is due to come out in Dec 2020. We focus largely on the contents of this book but we also dive deep into the so-called purity movement and clear up some misunderstands. We also weigh the pros and cons of that movement and try to construct a positive way forward.Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. He connects with audiences in a tangible way through humor and stories while imparting hard evidence and logical support for viewing all areas of life through a Biblical worldview. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University.Sean still teaches one high school Bible class, which helps give him exceptional insight into the prevailing culture so he can impart his observations poignantly to fellow educators, pastors, and parents alike. In 2008 he received the Educator of the Year award for San Juan Capistrano, California. The Association of Christian Schools International awarded Exemplary Status to his apologetics training. Sean is listed among the top 100 apologists. He graduated summa cum laude from Talbot Theological Seminary with a double master’s degree in Theology and Philosophy. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2014.Watch this episode of the podcast on YouTubeSupport 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.

Today we have with us Gideon Strauss, Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Worldview Studies at the Institute for Christian Studies. He also serves as a senior fellow with the Center for Public Justice in Washington DC. Gideon also facilitates vocational discipleship in churches in his native South Africa.Lead From Where You Are: Making a Difference in the Face of Tough Problem, Big Questions and Organizational Politics:http://courses.icscanada.edu/2020/04/lead-from-where-you-are-making.htmlSupport the show (https://www.twu.ca/donate-now)

Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. He connects with audiences in a tangible way through humor and stories while imparting hard evidence and logical support for viewing all areas of life through a Biblical worldview. Sean is an Assistant Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Biola University. Sean still teaches one high school Bible class, which helps give him exceptional insight into the prevailing culture so he can impart his observations poignantly to fellow educators, pastors, and parents alike. In 2008 he received the Educator of the Year award for San Juan Capistrano, California. The Association of Christian Schools International awarded Exemplary Status to his apologetics training. Sean is listed among the top 100 apologists. He graduated summa cum laude from Talbot Theological Seminary with a double Master’s degree in Theology and Philosophy. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2014. Traveling throughout the United States and abroad, Sean speaks at camps, churches, schools, universities, and conferences. He has spoken for organizations including Focus on the Family, the Chuck Colson Center for Christian Worldview, Cru, Youth Specialties, Hume Lake Christian Camps, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Association of Christian Schools International. Sean has also appeared as a guest on radio shows such as Focus on the Family, Point of View, Converse with Scholars, Stand to Reason, Family Life, as well as shows hosted by Hugh Hewitt, Michael Reagan, and others. Sean is the author, co-author, or editor of over seventeen books including Same-Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Approach to God’s Design for Marriage, with John Stonestreet, Is God Just a Human Invention? with Jonathan Morrow, and Understanding Intelligent Design along with William A. Dembski. Sean has also written multiple books with his father, Josh McDowell, including The Beauty of Intolerance, The Unshakable Truth and More Than A Carpenter Sean is the General Editor for Apologetics for a New Generation and The Apologetics Study Bible for Students. He has also written for YouthWorker Journal, Decision Magazine, and the Christian Research Journal. Follow the dialogue with Sean as he blogs regularly at seanmcdowell.org. In April 2000, Sean married his high school sweetheart, Stephanie. They have three children and live in San Juan Capistrano, California. Sean played college basketball at Biola University and was the captain his senior year on a team that went 30-7. See www.seanmcdowell.org for Sean’s blog, articles, videos, and many other resources.

On episode #708 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Sean McDowell. Sean is the author, co-author or editor of over 18 books, he is an associate professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Biola University, he is the Resident Scholar for Summit California. He graduated summa cum laude from Talbot School of Theology with a master’s degree in theology and another in philosophy. He earned a Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies in 2014 from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.Follow the dialogue with Sean as he blogs regularly at seanmcdowell.org.Support PrestonSupport Preston by going to patreon.comConnect with PrestonTwitter | @PrestonSprinkleInstagram | @preston.sprinkleCheck out his website prestonsprinkle.comIf you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

Today is part TWO of a two-part interview with Alex McFarland, Director of Worldview Studies at North Greenville University. He is an author, apologist, and speaker on religion and culture, talk show host of the "Explore the Word" Radio Program, the Sound Rezn radio program, and more. He talks about his most recent book, 10 Answers for Skeptics, the various kinds of skepticism, discerning the difference between searchers and skeptics, the most common objections people have, generalizing and specializing in apologetics, advice for apologists, and more. For conference info, see www.truthforanewgeneration.com. Enjoy.

Today is part ONE of a two-part interview with Alex McFarland, Director of Worldview Studies at North Greenville University. He is an author, apologist, and speaker on religion and culture, talk show host of the "Explore the Word" Radio Program, the Sound Rezn radio program, and more. He talks about his background and how he got into apologetics, the importance of apologetics in youth ministry, the Truth for a New Generation Apologetics Conference, defining apologetics and its role in the local church, opening doors in the local church, how to get better educated formally in apologetics, schools with apologetics programs, and more. For conference info, see www.truthforanewgeneration.com. Enjoy.

Nancy Randolph Pearcey is an American evangelical author on the Christian worldview. Pearcey was the Francis A. Schaeffer Scholar for several years at the World Journalism Institute.In September 2007, Pearcey was named Scholar for Worldview Studies at the Center for University Studies at Philadelphia Biblical University, Langhorne, Pennsylvania. In 2011, Pearcey joined the faculty at Rivendell Sanctuary. Pearcey is a columnist for the conservative magazine Human Events. Pearcey is a fellow of the Discovery Institute's Center for Science and Culture, the center of the intelligent design movement, where she has had the primary responsibility for promoting the intelligent design movement's viewpoint through op-eds, for journals and magazine's, especially Marvin Olasky's World magazine.