Podcast
Think Deeper
Hosted by Focus Press · EN
The Think Deeper Podcast is a weekly show created to explore the challenges facing Christians today and address current issues from a distinctly Christian view.
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How Christians Build Toward the Future
1w ago01:02:04Tap to summarizeWe gathered for a wide-ranging roundtable chat, focusing largely on thinking toward the future with how we equip the next generation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro, and when boys become men 11:02 - When girls become women 19:47 - Passing the baton from generation to generation 25:23 - Thinking of your family strategically 32:05 - How parenting can sharpen you 37:06 - Making a content home life without becoming complacent 42:28 - Think Fast: The Odyssey, DEI casting, and revisiting our boycott takes With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Visit our sponsors at cobbpublishing.com Follow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Join us on Focus+ for the weekly Deep End episode and a huge library of content for your daily walk! focuspress.org/plus
Transcribe →Difficult Husbands, Unsubmissive Wives: Marriage Case Studies
2w ago01:09:15Tap to summarizeThe Bible gives ideals for us to pursue in the husband and wife roles... but life isn't always ideal. What's a woman to do if her husband won't lead? What can a man do if his wife fights his leadership? In this highly practical episode, we examine what recourse Christians have in difficult marriage situations. CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro, and whether marriage is hard or easy11:50 - Dealing with a passive, lazy husband21:53 - The Bible's counter-cultural advice27:11 - What a husband can do with an unsubmissive wife38:17 - Catching these problems before they start45:47 - What if the husband's self-improvements don't work?53:47 - What can a wife do with a domineering husband?1:04:22 - Don't settle for complacency With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Visit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Visit our sponsors at cobbpublishing.com
Transcribe →The Proverbs 31... Man?
3w ago01:05:42Tap to summarizeThe Bible gives us a great description of a Godly woman in Proverbs 31. But what about men? Is there a parallel text? What are characteristics a man should pursue? CHAPTERS00:00 - Piecing together a list from around the Scriptures05:51 - Proverbs' focus on the wise son11:33 - "Men don't ask for directions"15:55 - Laziness is unacceptable22:06 - Physical health: the most accepted way to lack self-discipline25:00 - The many practical effects of this shortcoming38:38 - A brief discussion on GLP-1s43:33 - Attacking lust48:55 - Gentle and peaceful without being a pushover1:00:55 - Favorite Biblical examples of masculinity With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Visit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.coCheck out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.com Join us for the weekly Deep End episode at focuspress.org/plus
Transcribe →Getting the Proverbs 31 Woman Right
Jul 1301:08:34Tap to summarizeThe Proverbs 31 woman is the subject of a lot of drive-by analysis, often cited as part of an agenda that she doesn't really fit. But what does this text tell us about what a real Godly woman looks like? CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro, and why discuss this06:26 - "An excellent wife"15:09 - The division of labor23:34 - The work of the home35:28 - The challenges added by the modern family structure46:26 - Was she a career woman?58:24 - Her role as teacher1:01:59 - The glory of motherhood With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join us on Focus+ for the weekly Deep End Q&A episode and tons more! focuspress.org/plus Visit our sponsors at cobbpublishing.comFollow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →In the News: Fighting Pastor, Children’s Church, Divorce Celebrations, and More
Jul 601:03:39Tap to summarizeWe take on a roundup of some major headlines from the last two weeks, touching on Christians and self-defense, a Biblical view of divorce, birthright citizenship, and whether children should stay in the worship assembly. CHAPTERS:00:00 - The importance of following the news with a Christian eye04:20 - Tony Spell, the fighting pastor15:09 - The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision: a major turning point?31:06 - Frankie Muniz, Jelly Roll, and celebrating divorce48:43 - A controversial post about children's church1:00:47 - A few leftover news items With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe WilkiePresented by Focus Press - focuspress.orgSponsored by Cobb Publishing - cobbpublishing.comFollow Jack at jackwilkie.coSupport us on our Patreon at focuspress.org/plus and get access to our exclusive weekly Q&A episode Jack's posts on children's church:- https://jackwilkie.co/p/against-childrens-church- https://jackwilkie.co/p/3-more-huge-problems-with-childrens
Transcribe →Should Churches Acknowledge America 250?
Jun 2901:04:23Tap to summarizeWith America's 250th anniversary coming up this weekend, we take a look at the Christian's place in celebrating our country. CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro and why 250 matters08:23 - Is America a "Christian Nation?" Is there such a thing?15:41 - Should churches celebrate America 250?27:40 - Extremes in both directions in the church32:13 - Should sins of the past dampen our celebration?40:49 - What we love about our country49:46 - Blind rankings! Joe ranks American landmarks55:22 - Jack ranks 10 US states58:16 - Will ranks historical US achievements With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Join us for Daily Devos and the weekly Deep End episode at focuspress.org/plus
Transcribe →Best Bible Chapters Draft!
Jun 2201:00:41Tap to summarizeWe take turns picking 7 of the Bible's great chapters apiece. Once a chapter is taken, it's off the board. Give it a listen and tell us who picked the best list, and tell us what Bible chapters you think we missed! SECTIONS:00:00 - Explaining the draft03:37 - A Romans-heavy Round 112:23 - Matthew-centric Round 223:26 - Looking to the OT in Round 333:48 - Ephesians gets the spotlight in Round 443:19 - Two Psalms in Round 550:52 - Luke takes over Round 654:25 - Final picks! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org, and join us for the Deep End episode at focuspress.org/plusSupport our work at focuspress.org/donate or jackwilkie.co/subscribe
Transcribe →Grappling with Our Shortcomings
Jun 1501:02:20Tap to summarizeThis week the guys take a look at their own walks and discuss ways in which they want to grow in their walks as Christians. Listen in and see if you can relate! CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro and the idea behind the episode02:27 - The challenge of building relationships11:32 - Finding opportunities to do good20:00 - Maintaining spirituality in a busy, balanced life31:04 - Being realistic without becoming cynical34:58 - Finding peace and joy41:04 - Receiving feedback and criticism without taking offense48:00 - Specific, consistent prayers50:42 - Becoming an encourager52:42 - Think Fast: The infuriating down syndrome abortion story With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Visit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.coGet access to the exclusive Deep End Q&A episode each week by going to focuspress.org/plus for info Check out our sponsors at cobbpublishing.com
Transcribe →Spanking and the Child Discipline Debate, with Brad Harrub
Jun 801:08:46Tap to summarizeDr. Brad Harrub joins the show to discuss recent research on generational views about spanking, including a lively debate on the "village" approach to parenting. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and reviewing recent headlines on discipline07:22 - The proper context for spanking13:02 - The cultural shift and the disappearance of the parenting "village"24:43 - Navigating a culture in which you can't trust the village36:25 - Biblical wisdom on discipline40:11 - The need for parents to be open to constructive criticism from elders and peers44:04 - Discipline by age: can toddlers understand spankings?52:39 - Discipline by age: transitioning out of the early years56:15 - Discipline by age: different approach for teenagers Follow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comSupport our work at focuspress.org/donate or join Focus+ for $10/month and get a huge library of videos and audio lessons at focuspress.org/plus
Transcribe →The Non-Institutional Churches of Christ
Jun 101:01:35Tap to summarizeSpecial guest Jacob Hudgins joins the show to discuss the Non-Institutional Churches of Christ. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro03:21 - What does "Non-Institutional" (NI) mean, and what is the history of the division?14:32 - Kitchens, classes, cups—what does and does not fall under the NI banner?18:58 - Is there a progressive to conservative spectrum within the NI churches?23:44 - How church treasuries play a central part in the disagreement33:49 - The Scriptural case made by the NI churches43:58 - Exploring objections54:29 - How are Institutional churches of Christ viewed in the NI world? Is the division softening? Check out Jacob's work at jacobhudgins.com Visit our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Join us for the exclusive weekly Deep End episode by becoming a supporter at focuspress.org/plus
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