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Think Deeper

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.

religion & spirituality

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01:07:11

Scripture, Authority, Tradition, and the Case for the...

Think Deeper ·

2025/09/01

Today's generation of seekers are not like those of the past. They may not be interested in debates over issues like instrumental worship like people were before. Instead, they want to find something serious, with roots, and able to stand against the evils of our day. With those points of emphasis, is the church of Christ the best option? We discuss:00:00 - Intro06:24 - The blessing and wisdom of church autonomy14:15 - Where does church history stand

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00:10:21

Think Fast: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's Engagement

Think Deeper ·

2025/08/28

We discuss the big news in the sports and entertainment world and what it means for feminism, the family, cultural influence on people's values, and more Join our email lists at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.com

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00:10:21

Think Fast: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's Engagement

Think Deeper ·

2025/08/28

We discuss the big news in the sports and entertainment world and what it means for feminism, the family, cultural influence on people's values, and more Join our email lists at focuspress.org and jackwilkie.com

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01:00:09

Cracker Barrel’s Lessons for Building a Church Culture

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2025/08/25

Cracker Barrel's disastrous rebrand has been a hot topic online. But when ew peel back why it has been such a disaster, we can find important lessons for the church on building culture, having an identity, chasing approval, and more. We discuss:00:00 - Intro and Cracker Barrel's Rebrand06:12 - Identity, Culture, and the Church17:30 - All things to all men?24:35 - Courting the world's approval41:38 - Starving the sheep to feed the goats46:30 - Enforcing a

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01:13:21

Q&A: Demons, Church Troubles, Jesus As A Boy, And More!

Think Deeper ·

2025/08/18

We respond to listener questions on a broad variety of topics! 00:00 - Intro and a fun question to start06:10 - What happened to Joseph?11:00 - Demons, Nephilim, and the Flood17:20 - What does it mean to grieve the Holy Spirit?22:45 - Jesus's childhood and the age of accountability30:32 - Questioning a Deuteronomic Law about sexual sin38:45 - How do you deal with church disappointment?47:51 - Church camp baptisms1:03:15 - Dating someone with different

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01:13:21

Q&A: Demons, Church Troubles, Jesus As A Boy, And More!

Think Deeper ·

2025/08/18

We respond to listener questions on a broad variety of topics! 00:00 - Intro and a fun question to start06:10 - What happened to Joseph?11:00 - Demons, Nephilim, and the Flood17:20 - What does it mean to grieve the Holy Spirit?22:45 - Jesus's childhood and the age of accountability30:32 - Questioning a Deuteronomic Law about sexual sin38:45 - How do you deal with church disappointment?47:51 - Church camp baptisms1:03:15 - Dating someone with different

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01:06:27

Does Your Kid HAVE To Marry A Christian?

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2025/08/11

A recent controversy broke out over the premise that it is a failure for Christian fathers to give their daughters in marriage to non-Christians. We discuss: 00:00 - How the controversy began08:28 - Personal experience isn't an excuse17:42 - Who all is responsible?31:43 - What about God's results as a Father?37:50 - Intermarrying as evangelism39:45 - Scriptural principles50:03 - Failure and shame Join our mailing lists FREE at focuspress.org and

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01:06:27

Does Your Kid HAVE To Marry A Christian?

Think Deeper ·

2025/08/11

A recent controversy broke out over the premise that it is a failure for Christian fathers to give their daughters in marriage to non-Christians. We discuss: 00:00 - How the controversy began08:28 - Personal experience isn't an excuse17:42 - Who all is responsible?31:43 - What about God's results as a Father?37:50 - Intermarrying as evangelism39:45 - Scriptural principles50:03 - Failure and shame Join our mailing lists FREE at focuspress.org and

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01:05:23

7 “Acceptable” Sins to Guard Against

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2025/08/04

Christians agree all sin is wrong... but some seem to get a pass. Whether because they're so commonplace, they're hard to confront, or for some other reason, it can be easy for these 7 sins to stick around. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro comments06:46 - Worship concerns27:57 - Hurtful words38:25 - What we watch46:45 - Hanging onto hurts53:00 - Authority issues59:17 - Think Fast: Pedro Pascal's "Anxiety" Issues With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join

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00:05:44

Think Fast: Pedro Pascal's "Anxiety"

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/31

Jack, Joe, and Will discuss the controversy surrounding actor Pedro Pascal and his interactions with his female co-stars, and what the situation says about mental health, "Me Too," and other hot-button issues Catch the full episode Monday, 8/4! For more, go to focuspress.org

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01:01:16

Pros and Cons of the Booming Church Conference Culture

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/28

Just about every week of the year there's a Christian conference or lectureship going on somewhere. As this style of event has steadily grown, it seems necessary to stop to ask a few questions about what the intended effects are, if they're being met, and if any negative side effects are presenting themselves. We discuss: 00:00 - Introduction and disclaimers04:10 - The great blessings15:33 - The cross-examination28:16 - The keynote speaker vs. the local

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01:01:16

Pros and Cons of the Booming Church Conference Culture

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/28

Just about every week of the year there's a Christian conference or lectureship going on somewhere. As this style of event has steadily grown, it seems necessary to stop to ask a few questions about what the intended effects are, if they're being met, and if any negative side effects are presenting themselves. We discuss: 00:00 - Introduction and disclaimers04:10 - The great blessings15:33 - The cross-examination28:16 - The keynote speaker vs. the local

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00:09:28

Think Fast: Why the Coldplay Scandal Went so Viral

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2025/07/24

A CEO gets caught with the wrong woman at a concert... and next thing you know, they're the main characters of the internet. Why was this such a viral moment, and what can we learn from it?We discuss on this week's Think Fast! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe WilkieVisit us at focuspress.org for more

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00:09:28

Think Fast: Why the Coldplay Scandal Went so Viral

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/24

A CEO gets caught with the wrong woman at a concert... and next thing you know, they're the main characters of the internet. Why was this such a viral moment, and what can we learn from it?We discuss on this week's Think Fast! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe WilkieVisit us at focuspress.org for more

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00:57:26

The Gaines Controversy and Appeasing the World

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2025/07/21

Controversy is brewing in Waco, TX as Chip and Joanna Gaines' new show features a homosexual "family." We discuss 00:00 - The issue, the backlash, and the response12:13 - The problem with normalizing sinful behavior23:08 - How to associate with a world that rejects God26:40- The pitfalls of Christian celebrity37:34 - The false Gospel of niceness and how to "love the sinner"46:55 - The importance of reestablishing Christian confidence With Will Harrub and

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00:59:57

Grow Up: Why Young People Aren’t Turning Into Adults

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/14

We discuss some alarming statistics about young people's failure to reach milestones like marriage, childbearing, home ownership, and more, along with how it got this way and what the church can do about it. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro and research07:09 - Discussing the causes15:17 - Feminism's influence27:03 - Economic factors30:27 - Priorities for young men41:30 - Re-centering marriage51:34 - Think Fast: AI Goes Rogue With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe

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00:59:57

Grow Up: Why Young People Aren’t Turning Into Adults

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/14

We discuss some alarming statistics about young people's failure to reach milestones like marriage, childbearing, home ownership, and more, along with how it got this way and what the church can do about it. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro and research07:09 - Discussing the causes15:17 - Feminism's influence27:03 - Economic factors30:27 - Priorities for young men41:30 - Re-centering marriage51:34 - Think Fast: AI Goes Rogue With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe

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00:07:55

Think Fast: AI Goes Rogue

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/11

Grok, the AI chatbot found on Elon Musk's X, went off script recently, calling itself "MechaHitler, questioning the holocaust, and more. We discuss the lessons to be taken for Christians and their usage of AI Catch the full episode of Think Deeper on Monday, 7/14! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie focuspress.org

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00:07:55

Think Fast: AI Goes Rogue

Think Deeper ·

2025/07/11

Grok, the AI chatbot found on Elon Musk's X, went off script recently, calling itself "MechaHitler, questioning the holocaust, and more. We discuss the lessons to be taken for Christians and their usage of AI Catch the full episode of Think Deeper on Monday, 7/14! With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie focuspress.org

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00:57:20

VBS, Worship, and the Place of Reverence

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2025/07/08

We revisit one of our oldest takes with a look at the place of reverence in Vacation Bible School, but also in. worship and other church activities. With Will Harrub, Jack Wilkie, and Joe Wilkie Join us for the Deep End! focuspress.org/plus And, visit out sponsor at cobbpublishing.com

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