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Christ and Culture

Southeastern Seminary

A weekly podcast that helps Christians understand how to live the way of Christ in all of culture. Benjamin Quinn, a pastor and Director of Southeast Baptist Theological Seminary"s Center for Faith and Culture, explores how Christians can engage faithfully with culture. In each episode, you"ll see how faith intersects the evolving aspects of culture via conversations with leaders and thinkers in these fields. You"ll be equipped to advance the way of Christ in all of culture.We want to be faithful

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00:36:01

Matthew Martens: Does Criminal Justice Need...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/11/10

Does criminal justice need reforming? How might the Bible inform the rule of law in the public square? Matthew Martens is a trial lawyer in Washington, DC. He has spent the bulk of his more than twenty-five-year legal career practicing criminal law both as a federal prosecutor and as a defense attorney. He joins us to discuss his new book, Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal. He highlights the strengths of America's criminal justice system, the failures, some disturbing statistics, the

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00:40:42

Matthew Soerens: Humanitarian Crises in Israel,...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/11/03

Why does every human being have dignity and worth, and why is this so important to emphasize in this moment? Matthew Soerens of World Relief joins us to discuss the many humanitarian crises in the world right now — from Israel, to Ukraine, to other places few are talking about. Right now, 35 million people are refugees, and Matthew shares how people can pray and serve. Through it all, he explores the importance of emphasizing human dignity. (The conversation begins at 8:25.) PLUS, in “Headlines”

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00:31:19

Jacob Shatzer: Thinking Christianly About...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/10/27

If you could improve your body with technology, would you — or should you? These are the questions posed by the growing movement of transhumanism. Dr. Jacob Shatzer joins us to discuss this important topic, and the conversation touches on technology, artificial intelligence, ethics, and more. (The conversation begins at 8:50.) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:35) Dr. Keathley talks with Dr. George Robinson about Halloween. How should Christians navigate this holiday? And in “On My Bookshelf” (29:00), Dr

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00:35:00

Gavin Ortlund: The Apologetics We Need Right Now - EP...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/10/20

What is the state of apologetics, and what kind of apologetics do we need right now? Dr. Gavin Ortlund returns to the podcast to discuss these important questions with Dr. Ken Keathley. What kinds of questions are people asking? What is the greatest challenge for apologetics today? What is deconstruction, and how should we respond to it? (The conversation begins at 10:20.) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:10) Dr. Keathley updates us on the Speaker of the House. And in “On My Bookshelf” (30:30), Dr. Ortlund

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00:27:33

Ant Greenham: Making Sense of the Crisis in Israel -...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/10/11

What’s going on in Israel, and how can we pray? Today’s episode is devoted exclusively to the biggest headline in the world right now — crisis in Israel. And since this story is rapidly developing, we’re releasing this episode early. Here to discuss is our own Dr. Ant Greenham. Dr. Greenham served as a diplomat in the Middle East, and he joins us to explain what’s going on and why. Among the topics of conversation: * Who is Hamas? How are they different than the PLO or Hezbollah * What’s the

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00:31:31

Infertility & Miscarriage Roundtable: Kristin Kellen,...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/10/06

“Vulnerability breeds vulnerability.” In this first installment of Roundtables on Challenges to Humanity, Megan Dickerson talks to Dr. Kristin Kellen, Jenn Hesse, and Kelsey Hamilton about infertility and miscarriage. It’s a weighty but important conversation (which starts at 8:00). In it, you learn: * Important statistics * Tips for caring for people dealing with infertility and miscarriage * Suggestions for pastors * The need for vulnerability and support networks PLUS, in “Headlines”

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00:52:01

Luke Bretherton: Rethinking Humanitarianism - EP 123

Christ and Culture ·

2023/09/29

In response to the challenge of poverty and global needs, many of us default to humanitarianism as a solution. But should we? Dr. Luke Bretherton of Duke University joins us to discuss this important question. We discuss the need for a shared life, neighbor love, the importance of listening, and Dr. Bretherton’s latest book, Christ and the Common Life: Political Theology and The Case for Democracy (Eerdmans, 2019). (The conversation starts at 8:55) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:35), Jacob Haley talks to

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00:38:52

Paul LaPennna: Neuroscience and the Soul - EP 122

Christ and Culture ·

2023/09/22

Are we only our brains? Or are we more than the sum of our parts? Dr. Paul LaPenna is an award-winning neurologist in Greenville, SC and Associate Professor of Neurology. More importantly, he’s a Christian. Dr. LaPenna tells us about his conversion, how he as a neuroscientist makes sense of the soul, and how this understanding affects his care. (The conversation starts at 7:25.) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:00), Faith Steele talks to us about Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. What’s the significance

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00:30:55

Joshua Chatraw and Mark Allen: Augustine’s Approach...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/09/15

How do we respond to a changing culture? Maybe we can learn something from Augustine. Joshua Chatraw and Mark Allen join Ken Keathley to talk about two of Augustine’s most important works — Confessions and The City of God. On the surface, these books are wildly different. But what do they teach us about how we can defend the faith today? And how was Augustine’s world much like our own? (The conversation starts at 4:30.) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:25), Tom Beam of the Baptists on Mission tells us how

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00:32:45

Jeff Hardin: Thinking Christianly About Genetic...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/09/08

If you could edit your DNA, would you (or should you)? This question used to be the stuff of science fiction, but no longer. Genetic engineering is here. Dr. Jeff Hardin is a genetic engineer. We chat with him about where the science of genetic engineering is right now. What are the positives? What are the dangers? Should we concerned about the pairing of radical individualism and the increasing availability of this technology? (The conversation starts at 10:25) PLUS, in “Headlines” (1:20), Dr

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00:40:04

Lucy S. R. Austen: The Humanity of Elisabeth Elliot -...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/09/01

In the past century, few evangelical women have been more influential than Elisabeth Elliot. Lucy S. R. Austen has written a new biography called 'Elisabeth Elliot: A Life,' and we’re delighted to have her on the podcast. How should we view her life and work? How do we make sense of her and Jim’s roller coaster courtship? Why couldn’t she and Rachel Saint get along? How did her ideas about womanhood, relationships, and God’s calling develop over time? And what legacy does she leave for us today

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01:02:59

Rachel Gilson, Jason Thacker, Jacob Shatzer, & Mark...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/08/25

Gen Z faces unique challenges, especially regarding technology and sexuality. They face mounting pressure to conform to prevailing cultural winds. For these reasons, we hosted “Re-Forming Gen Z: Technology, Sexuality, and Human Formation” at this summer’s Southern Baptist Convention. Attendees heard from key leaders serving college students — such as Rachel Gilson, Jason Thacker, Jacob Shatzer, and Mark Liederbach — so we might better understand the challenges Gen Z faces and be equipped to serve

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00:24:39

Gregg Davidson: Are Science and Christianity Enemies...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/07/21

Gregg Davidson teaches geology and geological engineering at the University of Mississippi. But he’s also a faithful Christian. In this conversation, we discuss how he integrates faith and science, the pushback he receives from religious and scientific communities, and how parents can cultivate an interest in science in their children. Visit our website: https://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center: https://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give/

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00:30:09

Carmen Imes: Should Christians Get Tattoos? - EP 116

Christ and Culture ·

2023/07/14

It's a summer bonus episode of Christ and Culture! Dr. Carmen Imes returns to the Christ and Culture to discuss the topic of tattoos. Is it okay for Christians to get tattoos? What role does the Old Testament Law play in the conversation? Drs. Benjamin Quinn and Carmen Imes have a lively discussion about these questions and more. Visit our website: https://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center: https://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give/

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00:37:03

Erin Smith: Your Brain and Spiritual Formation - EP 115

Christ and Culture ·

2023/06/02

What hath the brain to do with spiritual formation? Dr. Erin Smith of California Baptist University returns to discuss what the latest in psychology teaches us about our Christian life. She highlights attention, neural circuits, the Holy Spirit, and whether we can change our brains. (12:05) Also, in “Headlines” (1:50) Dr. Anna Daub highlights summer movies in light of our Christian faith. And in “On My Bookshelf” (35:20) Dr. Daub recommends a book on missiology. Enter our giveaway:

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00:42:17

Finny Kuruvilla: Faith, Finance, and Advancing the...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/05/26

What does faith have to do with finance? Dr. Finny Kuruvilla of Eventide talks with Benjamin Quinn about a Christian approach to investing. Dr. Kuruvilla discusses his interesting journey to investing, living a life of integrity with finances, and how to leverage our resources to advance the common good. Plus, he explains why it’s sometimes important to start new instutions, and he highlights “greatest solution to global poverty.” (The conversation starts at 6:30.) Also, in “Headlines” (2:22)

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00:35:17

Dru Johnson: The Crisis of Biblical Illiteracy - EP 113

Christ and Culture ·

2023/05/19

“Will we ever again bother with scripture?” Dru Johnson recently posed this provocative question, and he joins Drs. Ken Keathley and Benjamin Quinn to discuss the growing crisis of biblical illiteracy. He explains why we our devotional practices are failing us, how we have a pidgin understanding of Scripture that lead to a “creolized” theology, and why listening to the Bible matters. The conversation starts at 8:05.(Watch his talk at our Exploring Personhood conference:

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00:41:43

Courtney Moore: Womanhood Isn’t Cookie Cutter

Christ and Culture ·

2023/05/12

“Let’s challenge the assumption that all women are the same,” says Courtney Moore of Women & Work and editor of the upcoming book, Women & Work: Bearing God's Image and Joining in his Image Through our Work. She chats with Benjamin Quinn and Megan Dickerson about women, work, motherhood, and how womanhood isn’t cookie-cutter. The conversation touches on the biblical foundation for work, the unique nature of women’s work, how work has changed for women, why we should bridge the gap between working

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00:25:15

Mark Tooley: Making Sense of the Methodist Divide -...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/05/05

What’s going on in the Methodist denomination, and why should those of us who are Baptists care? Mark Tooley is the President of a Christian think tank called The IRD. He joins Dr. Ken Keathley to talk about Christian nationalism, biblical sexuality, and what’s behind the split in the Methodist denomination. (The conversation starts at 8:40.) Also, in “Headlines” (1:10) Nathaniel Williams discusses the NFL draft — and what we can learn from the Philadelphia Eagles’ unorthodox draft strategy. And in

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00:35:05

Nathan Finn: On State Churches and Religious Liberty...

Christ and Culture ·

2023/04/28

What have Baptists believed about religious liberty, and how ought we to think about it now? Dr. Nathan Finn joins us to talk about state churches, patriotism, spiritual formation, and Christian nationalism. The conversation was recorded after Dr. Finn's Carver-Barnes Lecture, "Against 'Establishmentarian' Baptist Political Theology," which you can watch here: http://iamgoi.ng/4fa (The conversation begins at 8:00.) Also, in “Headlines” (1:23) Dr. Christy Thornton discusses the coronation — and

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