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If Jesus is God and has always existed, where was He during the thousands of years covered by the Old Testament? In this teaching episode, Joel Settecase explores three mysterious Old Testament figures whose identities are not fully revealed until the coming of Christ: the Angel of the Lord, the Word of the Lord, and the Son of Man . The Angel of the Lord appears at pivotal moments throughout biblical history. He comforts Hagar, stops Abraham from sacrificing Isaac, speaks to Moses from the burning bush, commissions Gideon, claims to have delivered Israel from Egypt, bears God’s name, and is…
How does God take a sinner from spiritual death to eternal glory? In this teaching episode, Joel Settecase explains the biblical doctrine of salvation—also known as soteriology —through the ordo salutis , the order of salvation. Beginning with the “golden chain of redemption” in Romans 8, Joel traces God’s saving work from foreknowledge and predestination to calling, regeneration, justification, sanctification, perseverance, and final glorification. The episode addresses some of Christianity’s most important and controversial questions: Does God choose sinners for salvation, or do sinners…
Does the Bible’s condemnation of homosexual practice mean that Christianity is hateful toward gay people? In this teaching episode, Joel Settecase explains why biblical Christianity is not anti-gay, but anti-sin—and why that distinction matters. The Christian message did not arise as a reaction to the modern LGBTQ movement. For nearly 2,000 years, Scripture has condemned homosexual practice alongside greed, drunkenness, theft, sexual immorality, verbal abuse, and every other form of rebellion against God. But condemnation is not the final word. The Gospel announces that sinners can be…
Who are you—and can you truly understand yourself without first understanding God? In this conversation, Joel Settecase explores the Christian roots of personhood, identity, and the modern idea of the self. Long before contemporary culture made self-expression the highest good, Scripture presented human beings as morally responsible persons who stand before God, possess real agency, and live within a meaningful story. David cries out to God in the Psalms. Paul describes the inner struggle of the human heart. Augustine recounts his restless journey toward the One who made him. But the modern…
What are angels really like—and how different are they from the pictures we see in movies, paintings, and popular culture? In this teaching lecture for the students of Village Bible Church, Joel Settecase introduces the unseen spiritual realm by exploring the biblical “hosts of heaven.” Rather than relying on imagination or tradition, Joel turns to Scripture to examine several roles played by heavenly beings. These include throne guardians such as seraphim and cherubim, members of the divine council, messengers who carry out God’s commands, and warriors who battle against evil spiritual…
Can Christians consistently accept Darwinian evolution, millions of years, and the biblical account of creation? In this interview episode, Joel Settecase speaks with a young-earth creationist Jonathan Sarfati of Creation Ministries International about the fossil record, chemical evolution, death before Adam, ancient human remains, aliens, and the mysterious Nephilim of Genesis 6. The discussion begins with scientific challenges to evolution. Does the fossil record reveal gradual Darwinian development—or a series of sudden appearances? Can ordinary chemical processes explain how nonliving…
If God is immaterial spirit, how can Jesus Christ be God in human flesh without violating the law of non-contradiction? In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase responds to a thoughtful challenge concerning the incarnation. The atheist asks whether Jesus can be both material and immaterial at the same time. Joel explains the Christian doctrine of the hypostatic union : the eternal Son of God took on a true human nature without surrendering, diminishing, or contradicting His divine nature. Jesus did not cease to be God when He became man. The incarnation was an addition of…
Can an atheist use logic while admitting that only the Christian worldview can account for it? In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase and his opponent discuss whether the laws of logic are universal, objective, necessary, and unchanging—and what kind of worldview can explain them. The atheist proposes a clever escape: even if the Christian God grounds logic, why can’t an atheist simply borrow that explanation and continue using logic without becoming a Christian? Joel argues that this concession gives away the debate. If the atheist must step into the Christian worldview…
Is abortion ever medically necessary to save the life of a pregnant mother? In this interview clip, Joel Settecase speaks with an experienced anesthesiologist about one of the most emotionally powerful arguments in the abortion debate: what should doctors do when pregnancy threatens a woman’s life? The conversation examines a real hospital case in which a pregnant woman suffering from heart failure was offered an abortion—only to recover after receiving appropriate treatment from cardiology and pulmonary specialists. They also discuss high-risk pregnancies, emergency delivery after fetal…
Can an atheist demand evidence for Christianity without first accounting for evidence, reason, and logic within his own worldview? In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase challenges an atheist who argues that Christianity lacks evidence and that the Bible contains contradictions. But the discussion quickly moves beneath those objections to a more fundamental question: what makes logical reasoning possible at all? The atheist describes the laws of logic as concepts, mental processes, and human conventions. Joel presses him to explain how universal, immaterial, and unchanging…
What is the church—and how can you tell whether a congregation is organized according to God’s word? In this teaching episode, Joel Settecase presents a biblical doctrine of the church, also known as ecclesiology. The discussion covers the relationship between the local, visible church and the universal body of Christ; why believers should commit to a local congregation; and how baptism, the Lord’s Supper, worship, membership, discipline, and restoration fit into the life of the church. Joel also examines the biblical offices of elder and deacon. Are bishops, overseers, pastors, presbyters,…
Why pursue ordination if it does not make you a priest, confer a special spiritual status, or place an indelible mark on your soul? In this episode, Joel Settecase explains why he is pursuing ordination through his local church as a Protestant, evangelical, and member of a non-denominational Bible church. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, Joel examines the biblical pattern of setting apart qualified men for ministry through prayer, fasting, the laying on of hands, and public commissioning. He also explains why the local church—not merely a distant denomination—is best positioned…
If God is real and His existence is obvious, why are there so many religions—and why doesn’t everyone believe in Him? In this episode, Joel Settecase answers one of the most common objections to Christianity by turning to Romans 1. The Bible does not teach that God is hidden or that people simply lack enough evidence. Instead, it says that God has made Himself known through creation. His eternal power and divine nature are clearly seen, and all people are without excuse. So why do unbelievers deny Him? Joel explains the biblical doctrine of truth suppression: people genuinely know God, yet…
Why do some skeptics keep demanding more evidence—no matter how much evidence Christians provide? In this episode, Joel Settecase explains the difference between skeptic-first apologetics and Scripture-first apologetics . Apologetics is the discipline of defending the truth of the Christian message. According to 1 Peter 3:15, Christians must always be prepared to give a reasoned defense for the hope within them. But how should that defense begin? Many believers instinctively allow the skeptic to set the terms of the conversation. The skeptic claims to need more evidence, so the Christian…
Can an atheist consistently investigate history without borrowing from the Christian worldview? In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase speaks with a lifelong atheist who describes himself as a reluctant believer. Their conversation begins with miracle claims, historical evidence, and early Christian testimony—but quickly moves to a deeper question: what makes historical reasoning possible in the first place? Historical inquiry depends on objective truth, reliable human reasoning, an orderly universe, consistent standards of evidence, and the expectation that the past can…
Is salvation entirely God’s work—or must we cooperate with God to complete the process? In this Protestant vs. Eastern Orthodox debate clip, Joel Settecase presses a crucial question: are sinners justified by grace through faith alone, or must sacraments, good works, and participation in the life of the church contribute to salvation? The discussion quickly turns to deeper disagreements over theosis, synergism, James 2, the early church fathers, and the authority of church tradition. When Christians disagree about the Gospel, who gets the final word: Scripture or the historic church? Joel…
Can science stand on its own—or does the scientific enterprise depend on God? In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase presses into a foundational question: what must be true before scientific investigation is even possible? Science depends on an orderly universe, consistent natural laws, reliable human reasoning, and the expectation that the future will resemble the past. But can atheism account for those realities—or does it simply assume them? This exchange goes deeper than the usual “faith versus science” debate. The real question is which worldview can explain why…
What does the word “homophobic” actually mean—and why is it so effective at shutting down conversations? In this episode, Joel Settecase examines the clever trap hidden inside this emotionally charged label. When Christians affirm the Bible’s teaching about sex and marriage, they are often accused of fear, hatred, or prejudice before their actual beliefs are even considered. But name-calling is not an argument. You’ll learn how the word “homophobic” can smuggle unproven assumptions into a conversation, shift attention away from the real moral question, and pressure Christians into silence.…
Can we really trust the Bible—or is it merely a collection of ancient stories that has been changed over time? In this episode, Joel Settecase explains why Christians can confidently receive the Bible as the true, authoritative, and preserved word of God. You’ll learn what makes Scripture unlike every other religious book, how its 66 books present one unified message, and why archaeology and manuscript evidence support its historical reliability. Joel also addresses common objections, including: • “The Bible is just a book of fairy tales.” • “It has been corrupted through centuries of…
What do you say when someone tells you, “I’m glad your faith works for you, but I would need convincing evidence before I could believe”? Many Christians want to share the Gospel but feel unprepared for the objections that follow. In this live teaching, Joel Settecase explains how ordinary believers can obey 1 Peter 3:15 by becoming bridge builders —identifying the obstacles that keep people from Christ and responding with biblical truth, gentleness, and respect. You’ll learn: • What apologetics means and why every Christian—not merely pastors, scholars, or professional debaters—is called to…
What are the real differences between Evangelical Protestantism and Roman Catholicism? Why do these differences matter for the gospel, authority, salvation, the church, and the Christian life?Join us for a serious, lively, and respectful conversation with Joel from The Think Institute and Andrew from DragonFistTV as we dive into one of the most important theological discussions in the Christian world today.Stay until the end if you want to hear the LIVE Q&A.Watch my whole Apologetics Answers playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfSpUNYR5qo6sv8Pk8x0tmaq8lLQHHlTm&si=FlnSB-pBhZ6SSaJE
An Eastern Orthodox caller asks, “On what standard do you say Orthodoxy is false?” Joel Settecase turns the authority question back around, pressing whether councils, synods, Church Fathers, and tradition can define their own limits. This intense theology and apologetics exchange ends with a clear Gospel presentation: salvation by grace alone through faith in Jesus Christ alone, according to the Bible alone.===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here:…
Can the Orthobro movement survive scrutiny? Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial…
In this short debate, Joel Settecase (Christian) uses presuppositional apologetics to attack atheism to the glory of Jesus Christ.===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates…
Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers…
Joel Settecase (Protestant) debates an Orthodox who says he is "not a Bible guy." Yikes! Welcome to Think Debates. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of…
Joel Settecase (Christian) debated an atheist who asked a question about demons. Listen to apologetics in action, as we vindicate the truth of the Christian message. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men:…
Joel Settecase (Trinitarian Christian) puts presuppositional apologetics into practice in this respectful debate vs. a Unitarian. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates…
"What about Leviticus?" Joel Settecase (Christian) debates a non-Christian about Old Covenant Law. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think…
How many times have you heard a Protestant Christian debate an Oriental Orthodox? Welcome to Think Debates. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the…
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The show that helps Christian men become the worldview leaders their families and churches need.
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