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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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The Non-Institutional Churches of Christ
2d ago01:01:35Tap 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
1w ago00:56:16Tap 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
2w ago01:07:23Tap 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
3w ago01:07:28Tap 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
Transcribe →Hot Takes: Bible Characters Edition
May 401:16:42Tap to summarizeThis week's episode is a bit on the lighter side as we share hot takes about Bible characters, and review listener submissions! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and explaining the idea03:31 - Quick Hits: Best person in the Bible? Worst person in the Bible?12:15 - Quick Hits: Best hang, most annoying?17:28 - Jack and Will's hot takes on Peter24:39 - Joe's hot take on Jonah30:43 - Will goes against the grain on Paul's marital status37:25 - Jack and Joe disagree on Jacob45:26 - Joe stirs up controversy about David50:26 - Will questions the literalness of the Rich Man and Lazarus parable55:40 - Agreeing or disagreeing with audience Hot Takes! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →What Does "Christ-Like Mean?" Examining Christian Clichés
Apr 2701:04:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we examine some of the common phrases you hear in Christian circles that don't often get explained. CHAPTERS00:00 - Overview of clichés and introducing "Christ-like"07:26 - Is there a difference between being Biblical and being "Christ-like?"18:07 - What all is meant by "doctrine?"27:01 - What elements make up doctrinal "soundness?"41:21 - Should we find our "identity in Christ?"53:58 - Debating where identity comes from Support us and get access to the exclusive weekly Deep End episode at focuspress.org/plus With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Visit our sponsor at cobbpublishing.com Follow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →Is Porn Addiction Grounds for Divorce?
Apr 2001:04:50Tap to summarizeWe've covered pornography addiction before, but this time we take a look at some specific questions surrounding the issue. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and defining "lust" for men and women11:05 - Is porn addiction grounds for divorce?17:28 - Examining the arguments in favor24:29 - Does unwillingness to repent change the decision?28:55 - A message to those caught in addiction, or married to someone who is32:06 - The growing problem of women's erotic fiction38:49 - How both visual and textual forms affect your relationship50:13 - Evaluating when literature crosses the line55:37 - The explosion of women selling themselves online With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join us for the Deep End exclusive episode at focuspress.org/plus Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comFollow us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →Has Persecution Reached America?
Apr 1301:01:35Tap to summarizeNBA player Jaden Ivey recently lost his job, seemingly for derogatory comments made about the NBA participating in what he called the "unrighteousness" of Pride Month. Is this a type of persecution? If not, what is? Do American Christians deal with persecution? We discuss... CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro and recapping the Ivey story08:25 - Do American Christians face persecution?13:28 - Should we avoid backlash for the Gospel, or pursue it head on?25:57 - Are nations better off with rulers who are favorable to the Gospel?33:29 - How and when is persecution a blessing?41:37 - Application for the everyday Christian53:28 - The importance of Christian unity in the face of a hostile world With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join us for the exclusive weekly Deep End episode at focuspress.org/plus Check out our sponsor at cobbpublishing.comVisit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
Transcribe →Do the Churches of Christ Have "Popes?"
Apr 601:06:49Tap to summarizeDr. Brad Harrub joins the show to discuss recent controversies in the churches of Christ and the back-room politicking that breaks unity. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Why discuss this? 09:04 - Why we must handle public division publicly15:36 - The tactics of the brotherhoodpolice23:55 - The need for love of the brethren32:40 - Does discussing this hurt the church's reputation?40:06 - How "I am of Christ" has been lost to institutional loyalty49:38 - How church autonomy helps, but doesn't completely solve the problem With Brad Harrub, Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join our Patreon at focuspress.org/plus and get access to tons of exclusive content, including the weekly Deep End episode Visit out sponsors at cobbpublishing.comJoin our email lists at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
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Does A Future Spouse’s Past Matter?
Mar 3001:04:46Tap to summarizeRecent viral posts raised an interesting question: does conversion to Christianity remove the consequences of past sexual sin once you go looking for a spouse? We discussed the many issues surrounding this debate that set the internet on fire for a few days. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and reading the tweets07:18 - Why did this debate go so viral?12:27 - What should we teach our kids about who they marry? What "baggage" is there and what can it do?23:54 - The right way and wrong way to use testimony33:29 - Is it more spiritually mature to care about someone's past, or less?37:51 - Being honest with people without crushing their hope44:38 - A therapists' perspective on learning to handle your spouse's baggage49:49 - Evangelicalism's weakness toward young women and the toll on young men53:59 - Think Fast: Another Dugger Downfall Join us on Focus+ for the exclusive weekly Deep End episode and plenty more! focuspress.org/plus Check out our sponsors at cobbpublishing.com And, visit us at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.co
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