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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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Getting the Proverbs 31 Woman Right
6d ago01:08:34Tap 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
2w ago01:03:39Tap 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?
3w ago01:04:23Tap 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!
4w ago01:00:41Tap 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
Transcribe →Old Testament Israel and Modern America
May 2500:56:16Tap to summarizeAmerica is not the modern version of Old Testament Israel, but there is still much we can learn from God's people in those days. We discuss: - Their lack of multigenerational success- How they set the stage for their own moral declines- What those days teach us about God's dealings in the world and more! With Jack Wilkie and Joe Wilkie Become a supporter to join us for the Deep End at focuspress.org/plusCheck out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comFollow Jack at jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →The Youth's Uncertain Future
May 1801:07:23Tap to summarizeAs graduation month is upon us, we look at the plight of high school and college graduates today and discuss what advice is helpful, and what is unhelpful. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro, and whether this generation's age is more "uncertain" than the past11:59 - The pros and cons of the "go into the trades" advice for young men19:09 - Why "follow your passion" is terrible advice25:36 - The importance of differing advice for young men and young women35:24 - The women's college question40:28 - It's time to give women the tough love men have been getting47:33 - "The college experience"54:27 - Think Fast: Matt Walsh's hot take on depression and anxiety meds With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Check out our sponsors at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co Join us for the exclusive Deep End each week by becoming a supporter at focuspress.org/plus
Transcribe →Capital Punishment and Biblical Justice
May 1101:07:28Tap to summarizeWe examine the Bible's view of crime and punishment, considering the principles established in the Old Law, whether the New Testament changes those principles, and how modern criminal justice has gone astray from God's way. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and two reasons for tackling this subject06:21 - Principles of Biblical justice13:13 - It's not just restorative21:43 - Statistics that prove our departure from Biblical justice has failed28:00 - The consequences of untethered empathy and feminization38:20 - Arguments for and against capital punishment47:06 - Did Jesus change the standard in the Sermon on the Mount?1:01:01 - Are jail sentences Biblical?With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join us at focuspress.org/plus for the weekly Deep End exclusive Q&A episode Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.com Follow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
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