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Season 2

May 3, 2024

What about Discipleship: A Conversation with Ron Tewson

In this episode, James discusses discipleship with Ron Tewson. Ron is a former pastor and president and founder of Therefore Project. Ron is also the author of Threads: Weaving a Life of Peace and Purpose in a Chaotic World ....

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May 1, 2024

Thinking about the Image of God: A Conversation with Carmen Joy Imes

In this episode, James sits down with Carmen Joy Imes, an Old Testament scholar and author of Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters . They discuss the meaning and significance of the image of God to the life of …

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April 29, 2024

Considering the Power of God's Redemptions: A Conversation with Ryan …

In this episode, James sits down with co-host Nate Giarratano and special guest Ryan Ries to discuss Ryan's story. Ryan was a pro-skateboarder who gave his life to Christ and began to proclaim the gospel. For more about Ryan ...

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April 23, 2024

"The Chief" Legendary skateboarder Jamie Thomas shares his story and …

In this episode, James and Nate sit down with Jamie Thomas. Jamie shares his testimony and how he got involved in skateboarding as a teenager. Thomas is a world renowned professional skateboarder and entrepreneur. Jamie Tho...

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April 22, 2024

Thinking Christian about Religious Influence

In this episode, James discusses the recent research concerning perceptions of religious influence in the United States. While the report offers many reasons to be hopeful, James encourages Christians to ensure their hope is ...

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April 19, 2024

For King and County’s Story: An Interview with Luke Smallbone

In this episode, James and Nate sit down to talk about the origin story Grammy award winning band for King & Country. Luke Smallbone shares some inside info on the new movie "Unsung Hero" movie coming to theaters April 26th....

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April 18, 2024

Speaking with Unspoken: Talking Ministry and Music with Chad Mattson …

In this episode, James and Nate sit down with the two founding members of Unspoken. Chad Mattson and Jon Lowry talk about their history together, the challenges of Christian music, and the privilege of being involved in minis...

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April 16, 2024

Defending Religious Rights: A Conversation with Brad Dacus

In this episode of Thinking Christian, James sits down with Brad Dacus, president of the Pacific Justice Institute. Brad shares his testimony and describes the landscape of legal issues facing Christians in the United States....

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April 10, 2024

Creativity and Mission: A Conversation with David Zach from Remedy Dr…

In this episode, Nate and James host David Zach from Remedy Drive. They discuss the creative process and how there is no realm of the "mundane." David also discusses the bands invovlement with Exodus Road, a human trafficking...

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April 9, 2024

Dwight Moody's Evangelism and Social Action: An Interview with Dr. Gr…

James sits down with Dr. Gregg Quiggle, author of the forthcoming book titled Bread and Bibles. They discuss Dwight Moody's enduring impact on the world, the characteristics that make him so compelling, and the challenging as...

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April 5, 2024

Thinking Freely (and Christianly) with Darren Mulligan of We Are Mess…

In this episode, James and Nate have a very real and transparent conversation about life and what that looks like in comparison to America and Ireland. It is very easy to see Darren's zeal and heart for the Lord! For …

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April 4, 2024

How to Live Boldly for Christ: An Interview with Shayna Rattler

It was a pleasure to welcome Shayna Rattler from A God Shift to Thinking Christian. Shayna talks about the trajectory her ministry is taking and how every Christian needs to be listening to and following Christ. She also talk...

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April 3, 2024

Did the Biblical Flood Really Happen? An Interview with Dan Biddle, E…

In this episode, James speaks with Dan Biddle, executive producer of The Ark and the Darkness. In addition to discussing the new film, James and Dan consider some of the evidence presented in the film and the plausibility of ...

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April 2, 2024

How Should Christians Respond When Slighted or Gaslighted? A Reflecti…

In this episode, James discusses the convergence of Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility that occured this March 31st. After clearing some ground about the Bible's teachings about our misdirected desires and actions, ...

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April 1, 2024

Chris Worthington- Multiplied Movie

In this episode, James sits down with Chris Worthington. He is the director of the movie "Multiplied" coming to theaters for two days only. May 20th and 21st. In this movie Chris sets out to document what the future of …

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March 22, 2024

Thinking Christian about God and Evil

In this episode, James offers a brief discussion of God and evil. He provides a description of evil as disorder based on Genesis 1-3, as well as considering the role of suffering in the Christian life. To read more on …

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March 21, 2024

What Can We Learn from the Persecuted Church?- A Conversation with Je…

In this episode, James talks with Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern (persecution.org) and author of a new book titled The Whisper. They discuss some of the lessons Jeff has learned in working with the pe...

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March 20, 2024

How Can Churches Protect the Vulnerable? A Conversation with Theresa …

In this episode, James speaks with Theresa Sidebotham from Telios Law. They talk about the necessity of caring for the vulnerable in the context of the local church. Theresa shares her thoughts on how spiritual abuse develops...

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March 18, 2024

Thinking about Israel- Proclaiming the Gospel as the Best Way We can …

In this episode, James discusses the modern state of Israel. He considers some of the challenges associated with eschatology and encourages Christians (regardless of their views of the end times) to recognize that Israel's co...

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March 15, 2024

A Legacy Beyond Baseball: A Conversation with Darryl Strawberry

In this episode, James and his guest host Richard Beatty sit down with Darryl Strawberry. Darryl shares his testimony, talks about his ministry, and offers insights into the sort of legacy he wants to leave beyond baseball. D...

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March 14, 2024

The Practical Implications of Our Beliefs- A Conversation with Jeremy…

In this episode, James speaks with Jeremy Slayden about Jeremy's research on dispensationalism. Jeremy and James discuss a variety of issues related to biblical eschatology and the modern state of Israel. You can find out mor...

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March 12, 2024

Dealing with our Delusions- A Conversation with Laura Gallier

In this episode, James speaks with Laura Gallier author of the Delusion Series, a set of fictional novels highlighting the spiritual struggles that are too often lost when we consider the issues we face in today's world. Jame...

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March 8, 2024

An Interview with Brant Hansen- How Should Christians Think about Hea…

In this episode, James and co-host Nate Giarrantano sit down with Brant Hanson to talk about Brant's life, career, and ministry. In particular, James, Nate, and Brant talk about Brant's work with Cure International, the mirac...

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March 6, 2024

How Should Christians Think about Worship (and Politics)

In this episode, James follows up the interviews with Ayanda Khumalo and Dan Bremnes with a discussion of worship based on his new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness. You can check o...

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