Best Sean McDowell Podcasts (2024)

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End The Stalemate with Sean McDowell 31:00

6h ago31:00

31:00

Sean McDowell joins Michael to discuss what it looks like for believers to handle a divisive culture with truth and love. Links Mentioned: End The Stalemate by Sean McDowell and Tim Muehlhoff Sean’s Youtube Channel To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Can We Still Be Friends? | Sean McDowell 57:04

14d ago57:04

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In a world riddled with political idolatry and endless rage bait, division and strife have become the norm. Even Christians have fallen prey to this polarization, causing us to abandon the biblical call to unity in favor of our favorite political commentators. Though it seems as if meaningful and respectful disagreement is a relic of the past, apol…

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Faith for the Curious (with Mark Matlock) 32:45

31m ago32:45

32:45

Are there non-Christians who are genuinely open to hearing about the Christian faith? According to Mark Matlock, author of Faith for the Curious, there is a large segment of people who are genuinely spiritually curious. But, the key is to understand them accurately and to engage them in the right way. In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Mark …

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Cultural Update: Christians against Bible in schools; Regrets about social media; Taliban restrictions on women 1:02:50

1h ago1:02:50

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This week's topics: The Taliban imposes new, harsh restrictions on women in Afghanistan, raising concerns about women's rights and human dignity. Some Christians in Oklahoma and other states push back against mandatory Bible teaching in public schools, questioning its place in public education. Gen Z expresses significant regret over the invention …

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Finding HOPE Beyond Failed Leaders and Church Hurt | Mike Cosper 53:18

3h ago53:18

53:18

As the host of “The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” podcast, Christianity Today’s Mike Cosper explored how narcissism and spiritual abuse can wreak havoc in a church. In this interview with Maybe God guest host Justin Brierley, Mike shares his own experiences with harm and healing in church life through his latest book, Land of My Sojourn: The Landscap…

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Faith & Political Engagement 40:33

2d ago40:33

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How should we approach the political arena as Christians? What exactly does the Bible give us when it comes to politics? How can we make sure that our conversations about politics are civil and respectful? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and more as they discuss the connection between Christian faith and politics. It's National Voter Reg…

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The End of The World According to Jesus of Nazareth with Jeff Kinley 35:40

22m ago35:40

35:40

Jeff Kinley joins Michael to discuss his most recent book, The End of The World According to Jesus of Nazareth. Links Mentioned: The End of The World According to Jesus of Nazareth by Jeff Kinley Prophecy Pros Podcast To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Cultural Update: Are political opponents really our enemies?; A world beyond IVF; Diverse intelligence 1:01:28

23m ago1:01:28

1:01:28

This week Scott & Sean discuss: Are political opponents really our enemies? We dive into a Wall Street Journal op-ed challenging partisanship and urging love across political lines. The ethics of emerging reproductive technologies like in-vitro gametogenesis (IVG) and the potential societal impacts. A New York Times article about humanity’s readine…

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The Supreme Court Chief of NC and Faith (with Chief Paul Newby) 37:31

6d ago37:31

37:31

What people and events led Paul Newby to become the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina? What historical evidence originally led him to become a Christian, and how does he uniquely practice his faith as a Chief Justice? And what advice would he give to young Christians who want to serve God through the law? We had the unique opport…

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How Christians Should Think About Economics with Dr. Brian Baugus 46:22

3d ago46:22

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Dr. Brian Baugus joins Michael to discuss God's view of our money and how Christians should approach politics in light of economics. Links Mentioned: A Biblical Path For a Prosperous Society by Dr. Brian Baugus An Economic Theory of Homeschooling by Dr. Brian Baugus To read the show notes, click here.…

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Cultural Update: Boomers vs. Younger Generations; Physician-Assisted Suicide in Canada; Sologamy 1:04:10

19d ago1:04:10

1:04:10

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: The funding disparity between baby boomers and younger generations in America. The ethical and moral concerns surrounding physician-assisted suicide and its rise in Canada. The emerging societal trend of "sologamy," or self-marriage, and its reflection of extreme individualism. The dangers posed by AI, including bot…

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Whole Heart Finances (with Shane Enete) 38:25

10d ago38:25

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What does it mean to submit your finances to the Lordship of Christ? What does that involve on a daily basis? What does it mean to baptize your money and treat tracking your spending as a spiritual discipline? How does your upbringing influence your attitudes toward money? We’ll answer these questions and more with our Crowell School of Business co…

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Does America Have a Biblical Worldview? With Dr. David Closson 37:34

10d ago37:34

37:34

Michael is joined by Dr. David Closson to discuss the importance of a Biblical worldview as we approach the coming election. Links Mentioned: Family Research Council Center For Biblical Worldview To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Cultural Update: Parental stress; Does Christian persecution exist in the US?; Selective moral outrage 1:02:20

14d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

This week, Sean & Scott discuss: The U.S. Surgeon General addresses the overwhelming stress faced by parents and the need for community and governmental support. The debate over whether Christian persecution exists in the U.S., comparing American religious freedoms with global persecution. A discussion on selective moral outrage, highlighting under…

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Unnatural Death (with Richard Weikart) 37:41

17d ago37:41

37:41

What can we learn from the history of euthanasia? What was the view of suicide and euthanasia in the ancient world of the Bible? How did the early church introduce a new ethic of life into that context? How did the modern euthanasia movement begin and what was the rationale for permitting it? How did the Nazi experience of euthanasia affect the mov…

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Should Climate Change Impact Your Vote? with Dr. E Calvin Beisner 44:13

17d ago44:13

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Dr. E Calvin Beisner joins Michael to discuss Biblical stewardship of creation and how climate change should impact Christian voters. Links Mentioned: River Oaks Sunday School Lessons Cornwall Alliance Climate and Energy: The Case For Realism by Dr. E. Calvin Beisner and David Legates Shepherd’s For Sale by Megan Basham To read the show notes, clic…

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Cultural Update: Western Civilization's Need for Christianity; Abortion as a Social Good; Designer Babies 1:04:10

21d ago1:04:10

1:04:10

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Western civilization's need for Christianity The rising celebration of abortion as a social good reflects a dangerous shift in societal values Concerns grow over designer babies and the ethical implications of gene editing Listener question: Mixed-faith marriages Listener question: Navigating difficult family situat…

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Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? | Rebecca McLaughlin 46:51

1M ago46:51

46:51

Jesus never talked about same-sex relationships. The Apostle Paul only condemned abusive same-sex sexual relationships, not consensual ones. These are two of the most popular arguments that some Christians make in favor of same-sex relationships. They are compelling claims — but are they true? In her latest book, scholar Rebecca McLaughlin analyzes…

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Human Nature: A Vital Doctrine (with Katie McCoy) 36:42

25d ago36:42

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Humanity is perhaps the most pressing doctrinal issue today. Katie McCoy, co-author of the new book Humanity, believes that a proper understanding of humanity has massive implications for science, sexuality, race, economics and more. She and Sean discuss why God originally made us male and female, if the Bible teaches corporate responsibility for s…

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Forming a Biblical View of Politics with Dr. Jeff Myers 39:02

24d ago39:02

39:02

CEO of Summit Ministries Dr. Jeff Myers joins Michael to discuss the importance of a Biblical view of politics. Links Mentioned: Summit Ministries FREE COPY of Should Christians Support Israel by Dr. Jeff Myers To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Cultural Update: Olympians Share Their Faith, Vatican's New Stance on Patients in a Vegetative State, Updates on the Gender War in Britain, Choices of a Reverend Puts a Man on Death Row 59:31

28d ago59:31

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This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Olympians Who Share Their Faith The Vatican Loosens Their Stance on Care for Patients in a Vegetative State Britain's Labor Party Changes Their Stance on Trans Rights, Ending the Country's Gender War Choices of a Pastor Puts a Man on Death Row Listener Question: How Do We Prepare Our Children for Emotional Stress …

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AI and the Future of Porn (with Christopher Lind) 36:00

1M ago36:00

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How is AI transforming human sexuality? How will AI change the way people create and consume pornography? And is the church ready? We talk with businessman, AI specialist, and podcaster Christopher Lind about these questions and more. Prepare yourself, because some radical changes are coming in how our culture approaches questions of sexuality. Chr…

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Does God Want You to Vote? with Jason Yates 38:03

1M ago38:03

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CEO of My Faith Votes, Jason Yates, joins Michael to examine the importance of Christians voting in elections big and small. Links Mentioned: My Faith Votes About Jason Yates Think Biblically Series To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Cultural Update: Birth rate decline, resurgence of syphilis, pregnancy resource centers 58:51

1M ago58:51

58:51

This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Birth rate decline: Is it a conservative or a progressive issue? Resurgence of syphilis in the U.S. Harassment of pregnancy resource centers by the New Jersey Attorney General Nature of biblical inspiration and the imputation of Christ's righteousness How to respond biblically to real-world situations, like intera…

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Does CRT Belong in Church? (Part Two) 1:12:54

1M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

In part two of our series on critical race theory, Eric Huffman chats with author and scholar Ed Uszynski about white evangelicals' hesitancy to address racism, and how their silence inadvertently drives onlookers away from the church and toward the "woke" left. On an incredibly personal note, Ed divulges the racist beliefs espoused in his childhoo…

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Why the Bible Began (with Mike Thigpen) 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

Usually we ask the question of how we got our Bible, but we rarely consider the question of why we got the Bible? Why did the various Biblical authors commit their contributions to writing and preservation? We’ll answer these questions and more and will look at a controversial new book, Why the Bible Began: An Alternative History of Scripture and I…

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Why I Believe with Dr. Henry Cloud 47:32

1M ago47:32

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Best selling author and leadership expert Dr. Henry Cloud joins Michael to discuss his most recent book, Why I Believe. Links Mentioned: Why I Believe by Dr. Henry Cloud Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud Integrity by Dr. Henry Cloud To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Cultural Update: What Everyone Else Is Wrong About 1:00:04

1M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

We're back with our Friday Weekly Cultural Updates. This week, Scott and guest co-host Rick Langer discuss a series of recent New York Times opinion pieces, including: Faith vs. Conduct: Will the American church's destiny be defined by beliefs or actions. Sexual Orientation: Challenging the "born this way" narrative. AI Optimism: David Brooks argue…

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While Time Remains 37:47

2M ago37:47

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What was it like for a teenage girl to escape from North Korea and make it to the US? How did she adjust to life in the US as compared to North Korea? How was her criticism of China received in the US? How did her experience at an elite Ivy League university remind her of life in North Korea? We’ll answer these questions and more as we discuss the …

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REPLAY: Is The Sky Falling? with Steve Miller 51:02

2M ago51:02

51:02

Steve Miller, author of "Foreshadows: 12 Megaclues that Jesus' Return is Nearer than Ever" joins Michael to offer insights on Bible prophecy. Links Mentioned: Foreshadows: 12 Megaclues that Jesus' Return is Nearer than Ever To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Does CRT Belong in Church? (Part One) 59:52

2M ago59:52

59:52

Critical race theory has taken center stage in our culture’s conversation about racism. For many, it’s also become a proverbial line in the sand. If you question anything about CRT, you risk being called a racist. Suggest anything remotely positive about it, on the other hand, and they’ll say you’re a woke Marxist. In this two-part series, we’ll he…

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Christians and Preferred Pronouns: A Dialogue (with Tim Muehlhoff) 57:43

2M ago57:43

57:43

Should Christians use preferred pronouns? What is at stake in this question? How can Christians navigate relationships when people want them to use preferred pronouns? In this longer-than-usual podcast, Sean and Biola communications professor Tim Muehlhoff discuss these questions and more. In co-writing their book End the Stalemate, Sean and Tim re…

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REPLAY: Building Relationship With God Through Prayer with Barbara Brand 46:54

2M ago46:54

46:54

Barbara Brand joins Michael to talk about building relationship with God through prayer, and the imperative obedience we are called to as believers. Links Mentioned: Dave Gibson- In My Father's Wake Ken Boa- Handbook to Prayer Mary Tileston- Joy and Strength Arthur G. Bennett- The Valley of Vision Lancelot Andrewes- Private Devotions To read the sh…

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Saving Civilization with Marriage (with Brad Wilcox) 33:46

2M ago33:46

33:46

Why are healthy marriages so vital for a flourishing society? What factor best predicts a high-quality marriage? What are some of the most common myths people believe about marriage today and how can Christians make a difference to encourage a marriage-friendly culture? These are just a few of the questions Sean discusses with sociologist Brad Wilc…

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REPLAY: How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward is Not The Answer with Brian Rosner 51:04

2M ago51:04

51:04

Brian Rosner joins Michael to talk about the modern age of individualism, and how our truest identity is actually found outside of one's self. Links Mentioned: Strange New World by Carl Trueman How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward is not the Answer To read the show notes, click here.By Michael Easley

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Why are Christians so un-Christian? 34:25

2M ago34:25

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In this replay of Pastor Eric’s recent sermon series, he tackles one of the most profound questions people are asking about the Christian faith: 'Why are Christians so un-Christian?” Hypocrisy among Christians has become one of the top reasons many people say they'll never give Christianity a shot, which is why it's so important for the Church to t…

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Bridging Beliefs: A Dialogue Between Christian and Atheist Perspectives 47:22

2M ago47:22

47:22

This week, we have an excerpt of a recent event that Sean participated in with atheist journalist Adam Davidson. The two dialogued about their perspectives on issues like cancel culture, perceptions of evangelicals, and the importance of civil discourse. Highlighting areas of both agreement and disagreement, this episode demonstrates the value of t…

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REPLAY: The Toxic War on Masculinity with Nancy Pearcey 47:24

2M ago47:24

47:24

Nancy Pearcey joins Michael to discuss her book, The Toxic War on Masculinity, and how society needs to change. Links Mentioned: The Toxic War on Masculinity by Nancy Pearcey Total Truth by Nancy Pearcey Saving Leonardo by Nancy Pearcey Half The Sky by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn To read the show notes, click here.…

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Can You Believe in Science and God? (Justin Brierley with Biochemist Sy Garte) 52:56

3M ago52:56

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Raised in a Marxist, militant atheist family, Sy Garte fell in love with the factual world of science. He became a distinguished research biochemist with an anti-theistic worldview to bolster his work--and he had no intention of seeking a God he didn't believe in. That is, until the very science he loved led him to question the validity of an athei…

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12 Crucial Truths of Christianity 45:39

3M ago45:39

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What are the essential truths of the Christian faith? How do we know they are true, and how do we live them out in relationships? In this episode, Scott interviews Sean about his recent book 12 Crucial Truths of the Christian Faith. They discuss the core issues of Christianity, how we know they are true, and why they matter for our relationship wit…

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REPLAY: Cultivating a Praying Church with Paul Miller 41:01

3M ago41:01

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Paul E. Miller joins Michael to discuss his book, A Praying Church, and the true purpose and priority of a prayer meeting. Links Mentioned: A Praying Church by Paul E. Miller An Open Letter to a Prayerless Church by Paul E. Miller SeeJesus Website Handbook to Prayer by Kenneth Boa Interludes by Michael Easley Valley of Vision by Arthur G. Bennett T…

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Cultural Update: Pro-Life Momentum; Pronouns in Private Schools; Anti-Semitism on Campuses; Listener Questions 59:40

3M ago59:40

59:40

This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Current struggles and internal conflicts within the pro-life movement after the Dobbs decision Implications of a New York bill that could impact private and religious schools' policies on gender expression The rise of anti-Semitism on elite university campuses and its effects on Jewish students Incident involving Ve…

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Is Jesus the Only Way to God? 39:05

3M ago39:05

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Our replay of Pastor Eric’s recent sermon series began with Maybe God episode “What is Truth?” In this second installment, Eric addresses the increasing demand for Christians to compromise long-held beliefs in the name of “inclusivity.” In his quest to embrace both truth and love, Eric provides answers to our generation’s most common questions surr…

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Reclaiming the Historic Christian Faith (with Carl Trueman) 35:43

3M ago35:43

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Why is it so important that we reclaim the historic Christian faith in a culture dominated by individualism and identity politics? Join Sean for an interview with Carl Trueman, as they discuss how believers can use the traditional creeds to evaluate modern cultural questions. Carl's new book is Crisis of Confidence: Reclaiming the Historic Faith in…

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You Are a Theologian with Jen Wilkin and J.T. English 37:46

3M ago37:46

37:46

Jen Wilkin and J.T. English join Michael to discuss their newest book, You Are a Theologian, and the value of all believers knowing theology. Links Mentioned: You Are a Theologian by J.T. English and Jen Wilkin Knowing Faith podcast with Jen Wilkin and J.T. English To read the show notes, click here.…

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Cultural Update: Ten Commandments in Schools; Title IX rules; Warning Labels for Social Media 58:14

3M ago58:14

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This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Louisiana mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments, sparking legal debates and opposition. A federal judge in Kentucky blocks Biden's Title IX rules, arguing gender identity and sex are distinct. The U.S. Surgeon General advocates for warning labels on social media to protect adolescents' mental hea…

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Is Christianity Repressive? 59:29

3M ago59:29

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In this episode, New York City pastor and bestselling author Jon Tyson reveals the moment he went from what he calls a pagan childhood to a new identity in Christ and how that identity liberated him from the idols that controlled his life. Host Eric Huffman also talks to Jon about his new book on masculinity, Fighting Shadows, co-written by recent …

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Navigating Minefield Conversations (with Tim Muehlhoff) 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

Why do conversations today so often descend into unhealthy arguments and cancellation? Is it possible to have meaningful, positive conversations on difficult topics with people who see the world differently? And if so, how do we do it? Sean talks with Tim Muehlhoff, Biola communications professor, about these questions and more. They discuss their …

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Let's Read The Gospels with Annie F. Downs 41:18

3M ago41:18

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Annie F. Downs joins Michael to discuss her guided journal, Let's Read The Gospels, and what it means to be a lifelong student of scripture. Links Mentioned: Let's Read The Gospels by Annie F. Downs That Sounds Fun Podcast Poet and Peasant Through Peasant Eyes by Kenneth Bailey Reading Luke by Charles Talbert To read the show notes, click here.…

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Cultural Update: Canada's Online Harms Act; Compassionate Transfer in IVF; Toxic Masculinity 1:00:22

3M ago1:00:22

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This week, Sean & Scott discuss: Canada's Online Harms Act: Potentially draconian free speech restrictions and the debate on its implications for political activism and public discourse. Compassionate Transfer in IVF: Addressing the moral dilemma of excess embryos through a controversial medical procedure aimed at unsuccessful pregnancies. Toxic Ma…

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