Mary Jo Sharp: Jesus and Pagan Mythology Biola University 2026-09-19 | Mary Jo Sharp: Jesus and Pagan Mythology
Zach Kings 2024 Commencement Address at Biola University Biola University 2024-05-06 | With a combined social reach of over 130 million followers, Zach King is one of today’s most prominent online creators. He holds the Guinness World Record for “Most Viewed TikTok” at 2.2 billion views. A filmmaker since his childhood, Zach graduated from Biola University with a B.A. in Cinema and Media Arts in 2012, and has continued charting an illustrious course in entertainment ever since.He has collaborated with some of the biggest celebrities in the world including actors Gal Gadot and Terry Crews, musicians Selena Gomez and Ed Sheeran, and athletes such as Tom Brady.His magical and uplifting content has also allowed him the opportunity to continue expanding his brand off platform. Zach released his first book Zach King: My Magical Life with Harper Collins in 2017, followed by the release of Zach King: The Magical Mix-Up later that same year, and Zach King: Mirror Magic in 2018 to complete the trilogy. In 2016, Zach was heard opposite Idris Elba and Ginnifer Goodwin as a voice in Disney’s animated film “Zootopia.”Zach’s company, King Studio, has executed successful partnerships with brands such as Apple, Amazon, Nike, Coca-Cola and many others. Zach has been featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Forbes, Good Morning America and People, among numerous other publications. He is currently based in Los Angeles, CA with his wife Rachel ('13) and kids, and continues to inspire and motivate young filmmakers to create anything extraordinary.
Commencement 2024: Ceremony B Biola University 2024-05-05 | This ceremony honors graduates from the following schools:- School of Education - School of Fine Arts & Communication - School of Humanities and Social Sciences - Snyder School of Cinema and Media Arts - Talbot School of TheologyJoin Biola graduates, family and alumni as we celebrate and honor the Class of 2024. Together, through the power and grace of God, we are shaping the future and making an eternal impact on the world through the Lord Jesus Christ.#BiolaGrad
Commencement 2024: Ceremony A Biola University 2024-05-04 | This ceremony honors graduates from the following schools:- Cook School of Intercultural Studies - Crowell School of Business - School of Science, Technology and Health - Rosemead School of Psychology Join Biola graduates, family and alumni as we celebrate and honor the Class of 2024. Together, through the power and grace of God, we are shaping the future and making an eternal impact on the world through the Lord Jesus Christ.#BiolaGrad
What Makes Biola the #1 Christian University? Biola University 2024-04-30 | Biola is the most comprehensively Christian university in North America, scoring #1 overall — out of 562 Christian colleges and universities — for making faith central to its identity, curriculum, community and policies, according to research published in the book Christian Higher Education: An Empirical Guide. Learn more about what sets Biola apart at https://www.biola.edu/faith-in-action
Polyamory: A Biblical Response [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-04-23 | What is polyamory and why is it bursting on the scene right now? Is there such a thing as Christian polyamory? Will polyamorous relationships work? While relying on Scripture and social science research, Sean and Scott discuss these questions and more.
Encountering the Holy Spirit (with Fred Sanders) Biola University 2024-04-16 | Who is the Holy Spirit? How does the Holy Spirit work in our lives? What are some common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and what are some vital truths to know to live in the power of the Spirit? Sean and Scott speak with fellow Biola professor Fred Sanders about these questions and his new book The Holy Spirit: An Introduction.Fred Sanders (PhD, Graduate Theological Union) is a professor of theology at the Torrey Honors College at Biola University. Sanders is the author of multiple books including The Deep Things of God. He blogs regularly at fredfredfred.com.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Is Free Will a Myth? (with Greg Ganssle) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-04-09 | Are humans physical machines determined by the laws of chemistry and physics? Has science shown that free will is a myth? Sean and Scott invite Biola professor Greg Ganssle to discuss the recent book Determined by Robert Sapolsky. They discuss the nature of free will, respond to common arguments in favor of determinism, and talk about why this issue matters so much for human flourishing.Greg Ganssle (Ph.D. Syracuse University) is a professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. Dr. Ganssle has worked in campus ministry at a variety of campuses including Yale University. He is the author of multiple books including Our Deepest Desires and Thinking about God.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Defending Life Courageously (with Treneé McGee) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-04-02 | What is it like to be a pro-life Democrat in a state legislature? How does it work to be pro-life in the African American community? We’ll answer these questions and more with our guest, artist and state representative Treneé McGee. This is a joint podcast with Think Biblically and the Winsome Conviction Project, both from Biola University. Scott represents the Think Biblically podcast and Rick Langer represents the Winsome Conviction podcast.Treneé McGee is an artist and representative in the Connecticut State Legislature.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Being Gods Image (with Carmen Imes) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-03-27 | What exactly does it mean to say that we are in the image of God? How should that idea impact how we view things like our identity, our work, sexuality, body image, disability and transgender issues? We’ll talk about these and much more with our colleague Dr. Carmen Imes and her new book, Being God’s Image. Dr. Carmen Imes is Associate Professor Old Testament at Talbot. She brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. She is the author of six books, including the widely acclaimed work, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Andy Bales Honored with Colson Award for Conviction and Courage Biola University 2024-03-25 | The former CEO of Union Rescue Mission, Reverend Andy Bales, received the tenth annual Charles W. Colson Award for Conviction and Courage. Bales’ profound impact on Skid Row in Los Angeles and his compassion for those experiencing homelessness made him a clear choice as the recipient of the 2024 award. “With this award we seek to highlight individuals who demonstrate commitment to the unshakable truths of a biblical worldview, and who embody biblical convictions, even in the face of risks or challenges,” Biola President Barry H. Corey said at the award ceremony. “Andy is an apt example of this type of courageous conviction, whose compassion for people in dire straits, including those with incarcerated family members, strongly resonates with Chuck Colson’s visionary work through Prison Fellowship. A proud Biola alumnus, he has spent much of his adult life serving those experiencing homelessness, including 19 years as the President and CEO of Union Rescue Mission, an institution in the heart of downtown LA.”The ceremony was held during Biola’s 94th annual Missions Conference, which has sought to educate, equip and inspire students to embrace their role in the completion of the Great Commission since its foundation. The setting was fitting to honor Bales’ tireless ministerial work with the homeless community of Los Angeles.The award, named to honor the legacy of the Christian leader Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship and the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, is given to recipients who embody both conviction — a demonstrated commitment to the unshakable truths of Scripture and its application in all areas of life — and courage — a willingness to act on biblical convictions in a bold and yet compassionate manner, however challenging or unfashionable it may be today.“I got awarded today for doing what I cannot not do,” said Bales. “I’m driven to serve people who are struggling, I’m driven to speak up for injustice and love those who are unloved sometimes by the world.”Bales served as the CEO of Union Rescue Mission (URM), which is the largest homeless shelter in the United States, for nearly 20 years before stepping down from his position in late 2023. URM was founded by Lyman Stewart, one of Biola’s founders. During his time at URM, Bales contributed to the organization's development of new facilities for women, children and families that are experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles. Bales has become one of the most influential leaders in the issues of homelessness and is recognized locally and nationally for his compassion and conviction toward serving those in vulnerable situations.“Andy Bales has given himself to his work, loving people as Jesus did by being present among them, holding their hands, praying over them, having conversations, feeding and housing and offering hope in Jesus’ name, affirming their intrinsic dignity and offering them clear-eyed gospel truth,” said Corey. “Andy has placed his personal safety aside throughout his career for the sake of his ministry, ultimately leading to the amputation of both of his legs for health issues contracted in the grit of his daily work.”A luncheon was hosted in his honor following the ceremony. Biola was glad to welcome Bales back to Los Angeles, where he faithfully served for so many years.
A Biblical View of Mental Health (with Chris Adams) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-03-19 | How does a Christian view of mental health compare and contrast with a secular perspective? Are we in a mental health crisis today? And how do we best love our family and friends who are suffering from mental illness. In this video and podcast, Sean and Scott talk with Rosemead Professor Chris Adams about these questions and more. Dr. Adams shares about the new Flourishing in Ministry resource that helps pastors and churches address mental health. See www.flourishinginministry.org.Rev. Chris Adams, PhD, is a third-generation pastor's kid, ordained minister, clinical psychologist, and certified wellbeing and leadership coach. He has served in pastoral care and counseling roles in a large congregation and a large Christian university. He specializes in the wellbeing of ministerial students, clergy, and their families. Chris currently serves as Professor, Chaplain, and Executive Director of the Mental Health and the Church initiative at Rosemead Graduate School of Psychology, Biola University. Chris teaches pastoral care and counseling, Christian leadership formation, and psychology and Christianity integration courses for Rosemead and several seminaries. Chris is a consultant to numerous denominations and seminaries in the areas of clergy candidate formative evaluation, clergy health and flourishing, and pastoral leadership formation. He is the lead researcher for the Flourishing in Ministry project, and is currently participating as a consultant and researcher with the Duke Clergy Health Initiative. Chris is a frequent lecturer at seminaries, retreats, and conferences. He was awarded the Archibald D. Hart Counseling Pioneer Award for excellence in Research and Scholarship in Training and Educating the Next Generation of Leaders in Mental Health and Caring for Others in 2023.Download a guide to the Flourishing in Ministry Wellbeing Model at flourishinginministry.org/downloadable-guideSubscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Construction update on the new Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts building Biola University 2024-03-08 | Biola University will break ground in 2024 on a world-class studio facility for the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts. Scheduled to open in 2026, the three-floor, 45,463-square-foot building will rival some of the best educational facilities in the nation for media training — serving the needs of students as they prepare for careers in the film, television and game industries.Strategically placed between Biola's School of Science, Technology and Health and the Crowell School of Business, together these three schools reflect a trifecta of influence into the worlds of science, business and the media.Learn more at https://www.biola.edu/film-studioMB01ABZXRF5QIAN
The Legacy of Humanism [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-03-05 | What is Humanism? How significant is the Humanist worldview today? And how can Christians best love their Humanist neighbors? In this podcast and video, Sean and Scott discuss the recent book Humanly Possible, written by Sarah Bakewell, which covers 700 years of Humanist thought up to the present.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Social Justice Fallacies [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-02-20 | What is social justice and how does it compare and contrast with biblical justice? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss the recent book by economist Thomas Sowell called Social Justice Fallacies. According to Sowell, many things thought to be true today about justice efforts do not line up with the facts. As a result, many social justice efforts have had catastrophic consequences. Join Sean and Scott for a provocative discussion.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
A Light in the Darkness of Human Trafficking (with Eddie Byun) [Think Biblically] Biola University 2024-02-13 | What can and should we do about the evil of human trafficking? What is the church’s responsibility and what can the church do to help combat this worldwide phenomenon? We’ll discuss this with our guest, Talbot colleague Dr. Eddie Byun around his newly published and revised book on the subject — A Light In the Darkness.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
The Lent Project 2024 at Biola University Biola University 2024-02-13 | Biola University's Center for Christianity, Culture, and the Arts once again presents the Lent Project: a 53-day aesthetically guided meditation on Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.This year the Lent Project invites you to observe Lent through the lens and life of the Apostle Paul: “Exploring the Life of St. Paul: Lenten Meditations from the Letters of the Apostle.”Sign up to get FREE daily devotionals delivered straight to your email inbox at https://ccca.biola.edu/lent/2024/MB01UO8FSPW0SRT
Explore Communication at Biola University — Division of Communication Tour Biola University 2024-02-07 | We live in a noisy, distracted world — one that’s overstimulated by screens and oversaturated with competing messages.What does it take to break through the clutter? Clear, compelling communication.In Biola’s Division of Communication, we prepare students to meet today’s challenges and develop employer-impressing skills that are in demand across career fields — from marketing to media, from medicine to ministry, and everything in between. You’ll learn how to cut through the noise, to get ideas to stick, to spread truth, shape opinions, reach customers and build meaningful connections.As one of the nation’s top Christian communication programs, Biola offers you an education that’s academically rigorous, immensely practical, and housed within a one-of-a-kind community.Become an Effective Communicator, Leader and Influencer at Biola University's Division of Communication. Learn more at https://www.biola.edu/communicationMB01YTHYOSFICM5MB01L2KTDERCYYYMB01A4DKWEEKVSWMB012GBOEAD9B9LMB01TOZZHBAUZMK
He Gets Us at the Super Bowl (with Ed Stetzer) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-02-06 | Step into the captivating world of faith and advertising with Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer in this Think Biblically podcast episode.Explore the groundbreaking "He Gets Us" campaign, a visionary effort by Christian business leaders and marketing experts to reshape contemporary views of Jesus, fostering curiosity and dialogue among skeptics and believers alike. Stetzer delves into the campaign's strategic approach to reach a broader audience, its significant impact on engagement with the Bible and church communities, and addresses the criticism it faces. Additionally, Ed provides details on a companion book to the campaign. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the innovative intersection of faith, culture, and marketing, offering deep reflections on making Jesus' message resonate in today's world.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Do Animals Have Rights? [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-01-30 | What does it mean to assert that animals have rights? Can Christians consume meat? How concerned should Christians be about the treatment of animals? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss these questions, and many more, as they review the influential book by Princeton philosopher Peter Singer: Animal Liberation Now.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Don’t Follow Your Heart?? (with Thaddeus Williams) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2024-01-04 | What is humanity’s oldest lie? And how is it freshly emerging to steal the hearts and minds of a new generation? Our guest today, Biola professor Thaddeus Williams, has a new book out called Don’t Follow Your Heart: Boldly Breaking the Ten Commandments of Self-Worship. Join Scott and Thaddeus as we dissect his “ten commandments” and talk about how to be a cultural heretic today.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Silly Songs with Barry Corey (VeggieTales theme song parody) Biola University 2023-12-21 | Continuing a 17-year-long tradition, Biola University's President Barry Corey rewrites the lyrics to a TV theme song and performs it at the Faculty and Staff Christmas Party.This year, college President Corey is parodying the VeggieTales theme song.Watch a few other parody songs from President Corey:youtu.be/OatSyzbg_psyoutu.be/vShtHqmh6CUyoutu.be/JC8-yH9e0GYAnd check out President Corey's parody of the TV show "Undercover Boss" at youtu.be/e8rxLl99zng0:00 Intro from VeggieTales Creator, Phil Vischer0:54 Silly Songs with Barry4:50 Thanks to the band!
President Barry H. Corey Interviews Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer Biola University 2023-12-20 | For decades, Dr. Ed Stetzer has been a familiar voice to church leaders around the world — widely known for his biblically faithful, culturally engaged insights as a radio host, author, podcaster, Outreach magazine editor, church planter, researcher, higher education leader, and guest contributor to national news outlets.As of July 2023, he’s become an even more familiar face around the campus of Talbot School of Theology. As Talbot’s visionary new dean, Stetzer is bringing extensive experience and fresh enthusiasm to the academic leadership position — eager to expand the school’s impact and to help equip pastors, ministry leaders, counselors and scholars to be “winsome ambassadors,” as he puts it.This fall, Talbot Magazine invited Stetzer to sit down with Biola University President Barry H. Corey for a wide-ranging conversation about his decision to come to Talbot, his vision for the school’s future, his advice to pastors in a changing world, and more. Learn more about Talbot School of Theology at Biola University at https://www.biola.edu/talbot
What is a Person? — And Why It Matters (with JP Moreland) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-12-07 | Who counts as a person? The severely mentally challenged? The elderly person at the end of Alzheimer’s? The unborn? On what basis do we decide this critical question? How do we know that we have a soul? Hasn’t science decided that all of what the soul does actually occurs in the brain? Join Scott as he tackles these questions and more with our colleague and guest, JP Moreland, and co-author of a new book, The Substance of Consciousness.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
The Advent Project 2023 at Biola University Biola University 2023-12-02 | Biola's Center for Christianity, Culture, and the Arts offers a FREE online Advent Project designed to help you pause each day to reflect on the beauty and meaning of the season. The 2023 Advent Project starts on the first day of Advent, December 03, 2023 and continues through January 6, 2024. Each day of the Advent Project features a Scripture passage, a devotion written by a member of the Biola community, a work of visual art, a poem, and a piece of music. This 2023 Advent Project will focus on The Vision of Isaiah: Praying with the Poet Prophet of Advent . Our prayer is that in the midst of the busy Christmas season, the Advent Project will help ground you in the unsurpassable beauty, mystery, and miracle of the Word made flesh.Sign up for the project at https://ccca.biola.edu/advent/2023/MB019UZ35VTIDGO
Christmas Tree Lighting 2023 Biola University 2023-12-02 | Watch one of Biola’s most beloved traditions, the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, featuring musical performances and Scripture readings from students, alumni and faculty. Watch right here on YouTube on Friday, December 1st at 7pm Pacific.
Merry Christmas from Biola University! Biola University 2023-11-24 | Biola wishes our entire community of students, families, alumni, and supporters around the world a very merry Christmas season.We've put together a list of free resources from Biola to make your Christmas season meaningful and memorable at https://www.biola.edu/merry-christmasBe sure to tune in for the live stream of our annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 1st: youtube.com/watch?v=t_YUiWDWsOsAnd also watch our annual Advent Chapel on Wednesday, November 29th: youtube.com/watch?v=CVDSfoAOwxM
Neither a Bubble Nor a Bootcamp — Biola University Biola University 2023-10-27 | Biola University's President Barry Corey shares his philosophy for Biola at a recent Convocation address:"At Biola, we are neither a bubble to protect children nor a bootcamp to train activists.We are a greenhouse for growing students fully as thinking and living Christians who love with discernment.And that means our faculty are here to help you go deeper in formation of the moral and spiritual and intellectual disciplines.This means we want you to become whole persons, prepared for the complexity of our world."Learn how you can be a part of Biola at https://www.biola.eduMB01VCUYBBAQDPN
An Agnostic Spends a Year with God [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-10-19 | What would happen if an agnostic committed to thinking about God for a year? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss the recent book "My Year with God," by Danish psychologist and Humanist of the Year Dr. Svend Brinkmann. They discuss positive takeaways from the book and some areas of disagreement about the intersection of science and faith, evidence for the soul, and how to go on a spiritual quest. This is an episode you won't want to miss.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
FirstGen Summer Bridge at Biola University Biola University 2023-10-09 | Be Connected. Empowered. Thriving. As a part of the FirstGen program, the Summer Bridge experience is a one-week event where incoming FirstGen students get the chance to connect to the FirstGen community, explore campus and begin their college journey!Learn more about how you can take part in Summer Bridge at https://www.biola.edu/seid/firstgen/summer-bridgeMB01XZIVA5IUXBP
Torrey Honors College at Biola University — A Christian Honors College in Southern California Biola University 2023-10-04 | Torrey Honors College is the undergraduate college honors program at Biola University. We bring together students with different backgrounds from all over the world in pursuit of the Good, the True and the Beautiful.At Torrey Honors College, students read deeply from some of the best books ever written. They gather with close friends to spend hundreds of hours in discussion, searching out answers to big questions together — all while guided by a faculty mentor. And when they graduate, students enter a community dedicated to lifelong learning and pursuing Christ both personally and vocationally.Learn more at https://www.biola.edu/torrey
Nationball — A Biola Tradition Biola University 2023-09-29 | One of our favorite Biola traditions — a campus-wide dodgeball tournament! Check out these highlights from Nationball 2023!Wish you were there? Learn more about all the great parts of the Biola experience at https://www.biola.edu/experienceMB01BUB9SKGKBDE
The Pornography Wars [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-09-28 | What is the state of the current debate over the morality and legality of pornography? Is porn really harmful? Can pro-porn and anti-porn groups find common ground? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss these questions and the recent book "The Pornography Wars" by sociologist Kelsy Burke. They also offer some practical advice for parents and church workers to help young people think biblically about sex and pornography.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Religious Freedom in a Polarized Culture (with Robert George) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-09-14 | Is religious freedom the first and most fundamental freedom in a culture? Or is the claim for religious freedom simply code for various forms of bigotry? What is the state of free speech and the freedom to dissent on college campuses today. Join Scott as he discusses these questions and more with Princeton Professor Robert George.Robert George is McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions. He has served as chairman of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), and before that on the President’s Council on Bioethics and as a presidential appointee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Remembrance Service for Dr. Alina Beary, Torrey Honors College Professor Biola University 2023-09-13 | The Biola Community is mourning the loss of a beloved colleague and sister in Christ, Torrey Honors College professor Dr. Alina Beary. Dr. Beary devoted more than 20 years of her life studying or teaching philosophy. She shared her passion for philosophy and ethics with students at Biola for five years. Biola students appreciated Beary’s engaging presence in the classroom and the way she intentionally cultivated community with and for her students, frequently hosting them in her home. You can read Biola’s tribute to Dr. Beary at https://www.biola.edu/blogs/biola-news/2023/biola-grieves-passing-of-professor-alina-bearyBiola is hosting a Celebration of Life service on campus on Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. Pacific.
What parents are saying about Biola University Biola University 2023-09-11 | Parents tell us what they love about their students attending Biola University.Figuring out where you want to go to college — let alone what you want to study or how to get scholarships — can be a daunting process. But it doesn’t have to be! “Your Guide to Choosing a College” is a free, easy-to-read resource that helps Christian students and parents understand everything you need to know for your college search. Download it from here: https://www.biola.edu/prospective-parentsMusic license:MB01YLPTN8YYJN7
Biola Welcomes 1,000+ New Students! Biola University 2023-08-30 | Biola was excited to welcome our new incoming class of students with a variety of events. Enjoy this quick recap of the week.Learn more about becoming a Biola student at https://www.biola.eduMB01ZF4QV8A0AYD
Communion Service — Fall 2023 Biola University 2023-08-26 | Join us for our annual Communion Service — a time where families dedicate their students to the year ahead.
University Welcome — Fall 2023 Biola University 2023-08-25 | An official welcome to Biola students and families joining us for the 2023 year.
Truth and Toxic Masculinity [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-08-03 | What is meant by the term toxic masculinity? Where does it come from and is it, as some critics assert, “baked into Christian theology?” What is the “masculine mold” that the culture and the church tend to encourage? And most importantly, what does Christlike masculinity look like? We’ll answer these questions and more Sean and Scott discuss the currently controversial subject of toxic masculinity.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Magic and the Christian Faith (with Joshua Ng) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-07-20 | Can the miracles of Jesus be explained as magic? Since magic is forbidden in the Bible, can a Christian be a magician? What are some principles we can learn from the practice of magic to help be more discerning in our age of fake news? These are just a few of the questions we explore with our guest, Joshua Ng, a practicing magician, member of the academy of magical arts, and student in the MA Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology.Learn more about Talbot's MA in Apologetics at https://www.biola.edu/talbot/academics/apologeticsSubscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Saying Goodbye to Jesus [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-07-13 | Why would a megachurch pastor leave his faith? What questions are raised through his journey that we need to address, and how can we better love people who deconstruct and ultimately deconvert? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss a book called Goodbye Jesus by former megachurch pastor, now Humanist, Tim Sledge.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Do Christian Universities Still Matter? (with Ed Stetzer) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-06-29 | Why does the church reflect the polarization of the culture at large? What is the future of Christian higher education? Why is formal theological education sometimes seen as irrelevant by the church? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and more with our guest, new Talbot dean Dr. Ed Stetzer.Dr. Ed Stetzer is the new dean of Talbot School of Theology, starting in July, 2023. Dr. Stetzer hosts a weekly radio program, Ed Stetzer Live, the Church Leaders Podcast, speaks widely on areas of Christian mission and contemporary culture, is the Scholar in Residence at Mariner Church, Irvine, California and is the author of numerous books, including his most recent, Christians in an Age of Outrage. He has a background as a church planter and holds a Doctorate in Missiology from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Should We Read the Old Testament? (with Dominick Hernández) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-06-22 | What’s the best way to read the Old Testament? Should we even engage the OT since it’s hard to understand? Dr. Dominick Hernandez is a professor of the Old Testament and the author of a new book Engaging the Old Testament. We discuss some bizarre passages in the Old Testament and offer some practical tips for reading the OT well.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Evangelicalism: An Exclusivist Club? [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-06-15 | Has evangelicalism increasingly "othered" certain groups such as liberals, blacks, gays, feminists, and progressives? Is the evangelical movement in crisis and needs transforming? In this episode, Sean and Scott discuss a recent book by Isaac Sharp called The Other Evangelicals. They discuss his Sharp's thesis about the exclusive nature of evangelicalism and the battle over the definition of "evangelical."Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
The Best Evidence for Jesus [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-06-08 | What is the evidence, outside the Bible, that Jesus existed and was who He said He was? What is the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus? How was Jesus unique among other religious founders? And how do we know that the gospels are reliable records of first century history? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and many more as we discuss his new book, Evidence for Jesus.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Can Basketball Save the World? [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-06-01 | Have we been looking in the wrong place–politics and religion–when we should be looking to a sport to save us? In this (fun) episode, Sean and Scott discuss a recent book called How Basketball Can Save the World, by NYU professor David Hollander. They discuss certain life principles that can be garnered from basketball and assess the idea of whether or not basketball can save us.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Convictions and Kindness (with Russell Moore) [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-05-25 | In our polarized culture, how do we hold our convictions with conviction, but also with kindness, so that our style doesn’t alienate people who might be open to a conversation about things that matter? In this joint podcast with the Winsome Conviction Project at Biola, Scott and WCP co-director, Dr. Tim Muehlhoff interview Dr. Russell Moore about his journey in this important area. Join Scott and Tim for this insightful interview with Dr. Moore.Russell Moore is Editor in Chief of Christianity Today and is the author of several books, including Onward: Engaging the Culture Without Losing the Gospel, and the forthcoming book Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America (Penguin Random House). He was named in 2017 to Politico Magazine’s list of top fifty influence-makers in Washington, and has been profiled by such publications as the New York Times, the Washington Post, TIME Magazine, and the New Yorker.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Jesus vs. Evangelicals [Think Biblically Podcast] Biola University 2023-05-12 | What is an evangelical? What does that term describe? Is it a movement that is contrary to the way of Jesus presented in the Bible? Has evangelical faith become too politicized? How should we understand Jesus’ saying that His Kingdom is not of this world? Join Scott and Sean for this important conversation, discussing the book Jesus v. Evangelicals by Constantine Campbell.Subscribe to the Think Biblically podcast wherever you listen to podcasts: think-biblically.buzzsprout.com/share
Commencement 2023: Ceremony B Biola University 2023-05-07 | This ceremony honors graduates from the following schools: - Crowell School of Business- School of Cinema and Media Arts- School of Fine Arts and Communication- Talbot School of TheologyJoin Biola graduates, family and alumni as we celebrate and honor the Class of 2023. Together, through the power and grace of God, we are shaping the future and making an eternal impact on the world through the Lord Jesus Christ.#BiolaGrad
Commencement 2023: Ceremony A Biola University 2023-05-06 | This ceremony honors graduates from the following schools:- Cook School of Intercultural Studies- Rosemead School of Psychology- School of Education- School of Humanities and Social Sciences- School of Science, Technology and HealthJoin Biola graduates, family and alumni as we celebrate and honor the Class of 2023. Together, through the power and grace of God, we are shaping the future and making an eternal impact on the world through the Lord Jesus Christ.#BiolaGrad
