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Thinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing World
James SpencerChristians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at https://usefultogod.com/.
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How Can the Church Play a Role in Government- Part 1
February 1, 2024 - 23 min
Is the church playing the wrong game? In this episode of Thinking Christian, James sits down with Alin Vrancila to discuss Religion's role in government. They discuss the challenge of maintaining a clear distinction between Church and state while continuing to engage politically. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Kansas City Chiefs Mascot Dan Meers: His Life on the Road to the Super Bowl
January 31, 2024 - 41 min
On this episode, James Spencer sits down with Dan Meers...the KC Wolf. Dan talks about his career with the Chiefs, their hopes for the Super Bowl, and, most importantly, his Christian faith. You can find out more about Dan and his story at danmeers.org. You can also purchase Dan's book Wolves Can't Fly. All proceeds from the sale of Dan's book go to charity. Wolves Can't Fly: KC Wolf: Faith, Family and Fur www.danmeers.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Evangelicals and the 2024 Election: The Iowa Caucus and the Evangelical Support of Trump
January 19, 2024 - 50 min
In this episode, James sits down with Alin Vrancila to discuss the recent results of the Iowa Caucus. They discuss how evangelicals might make their political decisions moving forward and offer insights about how to oder our loves as Christians. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Should the Government Declare the United States a Christian Nation?
January 18, 2024 - 55 min
In this episode, James Spencer is joined by Alin Vrancila to discuss Christian Nationalism. They continue to examine the Neighborly Faith survey on Christian Nationalism released in December 2023. Having grown up under communism in Romania, Alin brings a unique perspective on the connections between Church and state. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
How Should Christians Think about Christian Nationalism: Should the Federal Government Advocate Uniquely Christian Values
January 17, 2024 - 52 min
In this episode, James and his guest Alin Vrancila discuss the Neighborly Faith research on Christian Nationalism that came out in December of 2023. They focus on one of the statements with which those identified as Chrisitan Nationalist adherents strongly agreed. The statement concerns the federal government's role in instituting "Christian values." James and Alin discuss the implications of such a statement for the Church, for the meaning of the word "Christian," and highlight the difficulties of the statement for an orthodox understanding of the Bible and theology. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Examining Christian Nationalism: God, American Politics, and the Church
January 16, 2024 - 58 min
In this episode of Thinking Christian, we kick off a series of talks on Christian Nationalism. Using the Neighborly Faith survey on Christian Nationalism as a jumping off point, we will be discussing the statements that those designated "adherents" of Christian Nationalism strongly agree with and disagree with. The goal is to situate the Church and state within an appropriate theological and biblical perspective. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Jesus and the Mission of the Church
January 11, 2024 - 49 min
In this episode James interviews Greg Finke who leads Dwelling 1:14 (www.dwelling114..org). They discuss the incarnation, Jesus's mission, and the way that Christians can offer testimony about God and the gospel in the midst of a broken world. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
The Sanctity of Life and Pro-Love Ministries with Pam Whitehead
January 10, 2024 - 31 min
In this episode of Thinking Christian, guest host Maggie Hubbard continues her conversation with Pam Whitehead. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
The Sanctity of Life and Medical Assistance In Dying- Considering Canada’s MAID Policy
January 9, 2024 - 42 min
This episode is a replay of a conversation between James Spencer and Maggie Hubbard last year on the changes Canada made to its Medical Assistance in Dying policies. As we think about the Sanctity of Human Life and the various ways we tend to neglect it, these sorts of policies are important. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Ministering to Christian Men with Brian Doyle
January 5, 2024 - 15 min
In this episode, guest host Maggie Hubbard talks with Brian Doyle from Iron Sharpens Iron. Bryan describes his ministry and talks about the importance of men in the body of Christ. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Meet Your Host
Meet Your Host
James Spencer earned his Ph.D. in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He believes discipleship will open up opportunities beyond anything God’s people could accomplish through their own wit and wisdom. As such, James seeks to help believers think Christianly about social, cultural, and political assumptions. His desire is to see Christians test God by trusting God so that they conform ever more closely to the image of Christ.
In addition to being a regular contributor to Christianity.com and Washingtontimes.com, James has published multiple works, including Christian Resistance: Learnign to Defy the World and Follow Christ, Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D.L. Moody, Thinking Christian: Essays on Testimony, Accountability, and the Christian Mind, and Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology.
James currently serves as president of the D. L. Moody Center, an adjunct instructor at Wheaton College Graduate School, and faculty member at Right On Mission.
You can find out more about James at his personal website www.jamesspencer.com.
In addition to being a regular contributor to Christianity.com and Washingtontimes.com, James has published multiple works, including Christian Resistance: Learnign to Defy the World and Follow Christ, Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D.L. Moody, Thinking Christian: Essays on Testimony, Accountability, and the Christian Mind, and Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology.
James currently serves as president of the D. L. Moody Center, an adjunct instructor at Wheaton College Graduate School, and faculty member at Right On Mission.
You can find out more about James at his personal website www.jamesspencer.com.
