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The Thinklings Podcast Chronicles of Christmas, Part 6The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 275 Christmas Reads: Books We’re Excited to Read Welcome to Episode 275 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings share the books they’re looking forward to reading now, over Christmas, and in the near future. It’s a forward-looking conversation about anticipation, curiosity, and the joy of planning good reading — whether for rest, growth, or simple delight. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📖 Main Content Each Thinkling shares upcoming reading plans, reflecting on why certain books are worth picking up and...

2025-12-2337 min

The Thinklings Podcast Winter Episode 1: Always Christmas, Never WinterThe Thinklings Podcast — Episode 274 It’s Always Christmas and Never Winter Welcome to Episode 274 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this winter-themed episode, the Thinklings lean into the spirit of the season with a mix of books, reflection, and festive frivolity. Drawing inspiration from C.S. Lewis’s famous line about Narnia, the conversation ranges from Christmas literature to seasonal questions — all loosely tethered to good books, good thoughts, and good cheer. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📚 Books & Business Thinkling Tim: Hidden Critique of Solomon Thinkling Cha...

2025-12-1655 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #10The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 273 TALQ 9: Questions on Discipleship, Evangelism, Coffee, Anglican News, and Ezekiel Welcome to Episode 273 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings spend the entire show interacting with listener questions — theological, practical, humorous, and everything in between. From discipleship and evangelism to Anglican denominational shifts, Ezekiel’s prophecies, and even the pressing matter of whether coffee counts as vegetable juice, this TALQ episode offers insight, fun, and thoughtful biblical reflection. We also continue our seasonal reminder: Booxing Day is just a few weeks away! Remember: you can get 25...

2025-12-091h 07

The Thinklings Podcast Some Thinklings Thoughts on Luke 8The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 272 Some Thinklings Thoughts on Luke 8 Welcome to Episode 272 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings turn their attention to Luke 8, exploring several of Jesus’ parables and the rich theological and practical lessons they offer. From hearing the Word to responding in faith, the Thinklings reflect on how these teachings shape Christian living and spiritual growth. And don’t forget — Booxing Day is just a few weeks away! Now is the perfect time to pick up some books to give to your friends. If you mention Booxing...

2025-12-0258 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thanksgivlings 6, Feasting on Frivolity The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 270 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 270 Thanksgivlings 6 Welcome to Episode 270 of The Thinklings Podcast! It’s that time of year again — our annual Thanksgivlings episode! Now in its sixth installment, this special tradition is all about celebration, laughter, and gratitude. Each Thinkling brings “a dish to share” — not food, but a topic, activity, story, or bit of delightful nonsense they want to serve to the table. It’s Thanksgiving frivolity at its finest. Thanks for joining us for this year’s fest...

2025-11-2555 min

The Thinklings Podcast Frankenstein, Part 4The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 269 Frankenstein, Part 4 Welcome to Episode 269 of The Thinklings Podcast!! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their journey through Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, turning their attention to the growing tension between Victor and the creature. As motives deepen and consequences rise, the Thinklings explore the moral, emotional, and spiritual dynamics at the heart of the novel. Thanks for joining us for another thoughtful conversation! 📖 Main Content A closer look at the fractured relationship between creator and creation. Discussion on justice, vengeance, and the desire to belong...

2025-11-181h 11

The Thinklings Podcast Frankenstein, Part 4 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 269 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 269 Frankenstein, Part 4 Welcome to Episode 269 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their journey through Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, turning their attention to the growing tension between Victor and the creature. As motives deepen and consequences rise, the Thinklings explore the moral, emotional, and spiritual dynamics at the heart of the novel. Thanks for joining us for another thoughtful conversation! 📖 Main Content A closer look at the fractured relations...

2025-11-181h 11

The Thinklings Podcast IRBC Young Adult Retreat, Live TALQ The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 268 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 268 TALQ at IRBC: Thinklings Answer Listener Questions Welcome to Episode 268 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s episode is a special TALQ (Thinklings Answer Listener Questions) recorded live at the IRBC Young Adult Retreat in Ventura, Iowa! Surrounded by good coffee, great company, and thoughtful questions, the Thinklings take time to engage with listeners and explore real-life applications of faith, theology, and literature. Thanks for joining us for this live edition of the podcast!

2025-11-111h 15

The Thinklings Podcast Frankenstein, Part 3The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 267 Frankenstein, Part 3 Welcome to Episode 267 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their exploration of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, delving deeper into the creature’s story and the moral complexity that unfolds as creator and creation confront one another. Themes of justice, empathy, and alienation intertwine as the Thinklings reflect on how Shelley’s narrative raises timeless questions about what it means to be human. Thanks for joining us for this week’s thoughtful discussion! 📖 Main Content Examining the creature’s perspective and...

2025-11-041h 00

The Thinklings Podcast The Collar by George HerbertThe Thinklings Podcast — Episode 266 Boyd — “The Collar” Welcome to Episode 266 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Boyd leads the Thinklings through a poetic and theological reflection on “The Collar” by George Herbert — a powerful exploration of rebellion, restlessness, and the return to submission under God’s call. Together, the Thinklings unpack Herbert’s imagery and emotion, considering how poetry can shape our understanding of faith, struggle, and surrender. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📚 Books & Business Thinkling Little: Worship and Song Thinkling Boyd: How to Read a Book Thin...

2025-10-2854 min

The Thinklings Podcast Frankenstein, Part 2The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 265 Frankenstein, Part 2 Welcome to Episode 265 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings continue their journey through Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, picking up where Victor’s story begins to unfold in full. They reflect on how ambition, creation, and alienation shape both Victor and the creature — and what Shelley’s writing reveals about humanity, responsibility, and the moral weight of knowledge. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📖 Main Content A deeper dive into Frankenstein as Victor’s obsession grows and consequences em...

2025-10-2157 min

The Thinklings Podcast Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 264 Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4 Welcome to Episode 264 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings survey different views on the use of Psalm 68 in Ephesians 4. The conversation explores interpretive perspectives, theological implications, and how this passage fits into Paul’s larger message to the church. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📚 Books & Business Thinkling Little: Becoming the Pastor’s Wife Thinkling Boyd: The Faerie Queene Thinkling Stearns: To the Far Blue Mountains Thinkling Carter: Ephesians commentaries 📖 Main Content The Thinklings...

2025-10-1453 min

The Thinklings Podcast Frankenstein, Part 1The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 263 Frankenstein, Chapters 1–5 Welcome to Episode 263 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings begin their discussion of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, covering Chapters 1–5. Together, they explore themes of ambition, grief, and longing woven through Victor Frankenstein’s story — and how Shelley’s work still speaks to questions of humanity, wisdom, and responsibility. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation! 📖 Main Content Opening Discussion Points An introduction to Mary Shelley and her life context. A look at the narrative structure through the lette...

2025-10-071h 11

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #8 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 262 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 262 Good Mornings, Harry Potter, and Hand-Raising Welcome to this week’s episode of The Thinklings Podcast! We begin with our regular Books & Business discussion, then move into a lively set of listener questions and literary reflections—from Gandalf and Bilbo’s “Good Morning” exchange in The Hobbit, to whether Harry Potter belongs in the same category as Tolkien and Lewis, to thoughtful questions about worship practices, laughter, and the Christian life. Thanks for tuning in to this wee...

2025-09-301h 10

The Thinklings Podcast When OT Prophecies FailWelcome to Episode 261 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 6 of Season 11! 🎉 We kick off with our usual Books & Business discussion, then move into the main content: Thinkling Little explores the topic of so-called “failed” Old Testament prophecies — digging into context, meaning, and application for today. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue, biblical insight, and a bit of fun-nonsense along the way! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Otherworld Little: The Men We Need Boyd: City of God Carter: Piranesi 📖 Main Content: “Failed” OT Prophecies Thinkling Little takes us through a careful look at s...

2025-09-231h 07

The Thinklings Podcast A Little Theology of Exercise Episode 260 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 260 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 5 of Season 11! 🎉 We start with our usual Books & Business segment before moving to the main content: Thinkling Stearns walks us through A Little Theology of Exercise, exploring how physical discipline and theology intersect. Thinkling Little wraps up the episode with a closing thought from Psalm 103. 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: A Little Theology of Exercise Little: Sin of Empathy (Quote) Boyd: Euthyphro Carter: Frankenstein 📖 Main Content: A Little Theo...

2025-09-161h 06

The Thinklings Podcast John Donne, A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning Episode 259 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 259 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 4 of Season 11! 🎉 We kick things off with our regular Books & Business discussion before diving into the main content: Thinkling Boyd guides us through John Donne’s classic poem, A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning. 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Thoughts Worth Thinking Blog – A Lot Can Change in Four Years Little: Sing Hymnal Boyd: Main Content – A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning Carter: Phantastes 📖 Main Content: John Donne’s Poetry Thinkling Boyd takes us on a...

2025-09-091h 00

The Thinklings Podcast Some Thinklings Thoughts on Maturity & Ephesians 4 Episode 258 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 258 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 3 of Season 11! 🎉 We begin with our regular Books & Business discussion, followed by the main content where Thinkling Carter starts a conversation in Ephesians 4, aimed at unpacking the theme of Christian maturity. Tune in to hear our thoughts and reflections! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Ploductivity Little: The Messiah in the OT Boyd: Federalist 51 Carter: Wuthering Heights 📖 Main Content: Ephesians 4 & Maturity Thinkling Carter leads the way in a though...

2025-09-021h 03

The Thinklings Podcast Should Christians Observe The Sabbath?Welcome to Episode 257 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is Episode 2 of Season 11! 🎉 We kick things off with our regular Books & Business discussion, which includes a few great quotes and a review. Then, for the main content, Thinkling Little leads us through a handful of passages as we consider: Should Christians observe the Sabbaths? Tune in to hear our discussion! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Ploductivity Little: Scrolling Ourselves to Death Boyd: How to Write A Lot Carter: The Wind in the Willows (Ranking) 📖 Main Content: The Sabbath Thinkling Little gu...

2025-08-261h 04

The Thinklings Podcast The Threshing of Many BooksWelcome to Episode 256 of The Thinklings Podcast! This episode is a bit unique! Each of the Thinklings brings a couple of book titles to discuss (and argue for), and at the end, we vote on which two we’ll read together—one in the fall and one in the spring. We hope you’ll grab these books too and read along with us! A schedule for the first book will be released in the coming weeks. For now, enjoy the conversation as we thresh out the list of books! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns...

2025-08-1943 min

The Thinklings Podcast Warrior Poet Way & Psalm 90 Episode 255 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 255 of The Thinklings Podcast! We’re keeping the summer style series rolling with more books, conversation, and Scripture. Thinkling Carter and Little each share a book, and Thinkling Boyd brings the episode home with a reflection from Psalm 90. Thanks for joining us for another week of fun and thoughtful discussion! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Opens with the joke, “Have you heard about the restaurant on the moon?” 🌙 Little: The Warrior Poet Way Boyd: Psalm 90 Carter: The Divided Soul ...

2025-08-1237 min

The Thinklings Podcast Deacons & Mark 10 Episode 254 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 254 of The Thinklings Podcast! We’re back with another summer style episode—a mix of books, banter, and Bible. Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share what they’ve been reading, while Thinkling Carter wraps up the show with a reflection from Mark 10. Thanks for joining us this week! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Talking all about Deacons Little: Hosts (and wrangles) an unruly episode 😅 Boyd: From Plato to Christ Carter: Mark 10 📖 Main Content: Books & Mark 10 This episode fe...

2025-08-0551 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Great Gatsby & Deuteronomy Episode 253 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 253 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s episode continues the summer style series—filled with books, reflections, and a bit of campfire humor. Thinkling Stearns and Carter each share about a book they’re reading, and Thinkling Little wraps things up with a devotional from Deuteronomy. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Tells a bad joke and discusses Humbled Little: Final meditation in Deuteronomy and Luke Boyd: Shares highlights from Camp Swampy 🏕...

2025-07-2936 min

The Thinklings Podcast I Cheerfully Refuse & Job Episode 252 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 252 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s summer-style episode brings more books, more banter, and more Bible! Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share a book they’ve been reading, and Thinkling Carter leads a devotional in the book of Job. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: I Cheerfully Refuse Little: Brings “the bounciest” introduction yet 🎉 Boyd: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self Carter: Job 📖 Main Content: Books & the Book of Job ...

2025-07-2240 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer 7 - Jane Eyre & James 4 Episode 251 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 251 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week continues our summer style series with another fun and thoughtful episode. Thinkling Stearns and Little share what they’ve been reading, while Thinkling Boyd wraps up with a devotional from James 4:3. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Everything I Learned from Star Wars (Golden Book style) Little: Jane Eyre Boyd: James 4:3 Carter: Apparently doesn’t drink coffee anymore… ☕❌ 📖 Main Content: Books & James 4 The episode featur...

2025-07-1545 min

The Thinklings Podcast Plato's Republic & James 1 Episode 250 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 250 of The Thinklings Podcast! It’s a special one—our 250th episode! We continue the summer style with books, laughter, and Scripture. Thinkling Little and Boyd each share a book they’ve been reading, and Thinkling Carter brings us home with a devotional from James 1. Thanks for joining us for this milestone episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Introduces the podcast Little: Napoleon Boyd: The Republic Carter: James 1 📖 Main Content: Books & James 1 The heart of this episod...

2025-07-0834 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer 5 - Strange Lyre & 1 Timothy 3 Episode 249 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 249 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s summer-style episode continues the fun, books, and Scripture rhythm! Thinkling Boyd and Carter each bring a book to discuss, and Thinkling Stearns wraps things up with a devotional from 1 Timothy 3. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Devotional on 1 Timothy 3 Little: The Best Introduction in the History of Mankind Boyd: Traditional Logic I Carter: Strange Lyre 📖 Main Content: Books & 1 Timothy 3 The main content...

2025-07-0137 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Conscience & Genesis 49 Episode 248 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 248 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we continue our summer style series with another blend of books, fun, and Scripture. Thinkling Boyd and Stearns each share about a book they’re reading, and Thinkling Little wraps up the episode with a devotional from Genesis 49. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: The Conscience Little: Genesis 49 Boyd: Strangely Bright Carter: Is a pumpkin… apparently… 🎃 📖 Main Content: Books & Genesis 49 This episode’s main...

2025-06-2434 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer 3 - Poet Warriors & Proverbs 13Welcome to Episode 247 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week brings another delightful summer style episode filled with surprises, literary insights, and biblical reflections. Thinkling Carter reads a surprising email from… Owen Barfield?! Thinkling Stearns and Little talk about some current reads, and Thinkling Boyd wraps it all up with a devotional. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Expository Apologetics Little: When Poets Were Warriors Boyd: Proverbs 13 Carter: Reads an email from Owen Barfield ✉️ 📖 Main Content: Books & Proverbs 13 This episode blends literature and Scripture, with a fun boo...

2025-06-1730 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer 2 - Tale of Two Cities and Titus 3 Episode 246 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 246 of The Thinklings Podcast! This week’s episode continues our summer style format—relaxed, thoughtful, and filled with great conversation. We cover books, a bit of fun, and spend meaningful time in Scripture! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Talks about his latest blog post Little: Sin of Empathy Boyd: The Great Announcer… (you’ll have to listen to understand) 🎤 Carter: A Tale of Two Cities 📖 Main Content: Books & Titus 3 The m...

2025-06-1035 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer 1 - How Great was Gatsby and Ecclesiastes 9 Episode 245 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 245 of The Thinklings Podcast! We’re kicking off the summer episodes with a goofy intro, some literary reflection, and a final meditation! It’s a shorter book, a longer book, and a Scripture-rich close to the show. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business & Meditation Stearns: Offers his best Charlie impersonation — a solid 7/10 on the goodness scale 😂 Little: Leads the final meditation in Ecclesiastes 9 Boyd: The Great Gatsby Carter: O Pioneers 📖 Main Content: Gatsby & E...

2025-06-0325 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #7 Episode 244 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 244 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings return to the mailbag and tackle more listener questions—ranging from rededication to sin-leveling to the Garden of Eden. The episode wraps up with a devotional from Thinkling Stearns in 1 Timothy 3. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Wrote a blog about video games 🎮 Little: The Case of Galileo and the Church Boyd: Promoting the Honors School at FBBC 🎓 Carter: Scripture and Counseling 📖 Main Conte...

2025-05-2748 min

The Thinklings Podcast Some Thoughts on Faith and Works in James 2 Episode 243 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 243 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Carter leads a rich and thoughtful discussion on James 2. The team digs deep into Scripture, exploring faith, works, and the practical outworking of gospel truth. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Mastering the Art of Bible Study Little: The Messiah in the Passover Boyd: Christian Reflections Carter: Depression 📖 Main Content: James 2 Thinkling Carter takes the lead in a discussion on James 2, f...

2025-05-2056 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings Podcast - 242 - Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #6 Episode 242 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 242 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings take on a special edition of the show: Listener Questions! Thoughtful, theological, and sometimes tricky—these questions spark great discussion and reflection. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Phantom Tollbooth Little: Your Name is Daughter Boyd: The Godly Man’s Picture Carter: Father Hunger 📖 Main Content: Listener Questions The Thinklings respond to a collection of insightful questions from listeners, including:...

2025-05-1357 min

The Thinklings Podcast Prayer by George HerbertWelcome to Episode 241 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Boyd returns to the poetic brilliance of George Herbert, offering more reflections and analysis on the themes and beauty found in Herbert’s work. Thanks for joining us for this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: KJV Debates Little: Dracula Boyd: A George Herbert Companion Carter: Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands 📖 Main Content: More Poetry from George Herbert Thinkling Boyd shares additional poems and insights from George Herbert, continuing a rich and thoughtful journey through the devotional poetry of on...

2025-05-0657 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Misquotable LewisWelcome to Episode 240 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Stearns takes us into the world of C.S. Lewis with a discussion on Misquoting Lewis—exploring myths, misattributions, and the importance of accuracy when quoting the beloved author. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Misquoting Lewis Little: Becoming the Pastor’s Wife Boyd: Homeric Moments Carter: Scripture & Counseling 📖 Main Content: The Misquotable Lewis Thinkling Stearns dives into the book The Misquotable Lewis, unpacking common misquotes and how they shape (or distort) our understandin...

2025-04-291h 15

The Thinklings Podcast Jacob the Dunker, Part 3 Episode 239 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 239 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Carter wraps up his series on Jacob the Dunker! It’s the final installment in a thoughtful, quirky, and Scripture-rich journey through history and theology. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Me, Myself, and Bob Little: Job and Ecclesiastes Intertextual Boyd: Unfortunately, Josh was dealing with Chihuahuas… according to Stearns… 🐕 Carter: Farmer Giles of Ham 📖 Main Content: Jacob the Dunker Thinkling Carter...

2025-04-2252 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings Podcast – 238 – Some Thoughts on Proverbs 31Welcome to Episode 238 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Little leads a discussion on Proverbs 31—a beloved and often-quoted passage of Scripture. But first, as always, there’s some fun-nonsense, a little coffee, and a round of Books & Business ☕📚. Thanks for joining us for this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: Adorning the Dark Little: A Hobbit, A Wardrobe, and a Great War Boyd: Unfortunately, Josh was off hunting dragons in the north. Carter: A Tale of Two Cities 📖 Main Content: Proverbs 31 Thinkling Little explores the wisdom and beauty of Pro...

2025-04-1545 min

The Thinklings Podcast Hand Raising in Worship Episode 236 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 236 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Little leads a thoughtful conversation about hand raising in worship. But before diving into that, we warm up with some fun-nonsense, coffee chatter, and the beloved segment: Books & Business ☕📚. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: The Treasure Principle Little: The Canonicity of the Song of Songs Boyd: My Antonia Carter: Real Life Discipleship 📖 Main Content: Hand Raising in Worship Thinkling Little guides a conv...

2025-04-011h 10

The Thinklings Podcast Jacob the Dunker, Part 2 Episode 235 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 235 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Carter continues his series on Jacob the Dunker! But before we dive in, there’s the usual fun-nonsense, coffee talk, and a round of Books & Business 📚☕. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: How Do We Live in a Digital World Little: For the Glory of God Boyd: Christian America Carter: Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands 📖 Main Content: Jacob the Dunker Thinkling Carter...

2025-03-2557 min

The Thinklings Podcast Godliness, Part 3 Episode 234 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 234 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Stearns completes his series on Godliness! But first, we dive into some fun nonsense, coffee discussions, and of course, Books & Business 📚. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: How Do We Live in a Digital World Little: Song of Songs Commentary Boyd: The Sin of Empathy Carter: The Brothers Karamazov 📖 Main Content: Godliness Thinkling Stearns wraps up his insightful discussion on Godliness...

2025-03-181h 11

The Thinklings Podcast The Windows by George HerbertWelcome to Episode 233 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Boyd walks us through a poem by George Herbert: The Windows. But first, we kick things off with our usual segments: “What Coffee Are We Drinking?” ☕ A banterful, segue-enriching Books & Business 📚 Main Content – The Windows by Herbert Final Meditation in Matthew 5 Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode! 📚 Books & Business Stearns: I Cheerfully Refuse Little: Reading on Divine Absence Boyd: The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel Carter: A Tale of Two Cities 📖 Main Content: The Windows by George Herbert Thi...

2025-03-1144 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #5Welcome to Episode 232 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is a TALQ episode, where we answer listeners’ questions! Some of these questions were emailed in and some were submitted by Thinkling Stearns & Thinkling Carter’s Christian Experience students. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! Books & Business Stearns – Deacons Little – The Destruction of Christianity Boyd – Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom Carter – Brothers Karamazov Main Content Here are a list of the questions we interact with on this episode: Is it helpful and edifying for Christians to be involved in sports? – 1...

2025-03-041h 00

The Thinklings Podcast Reading & Writing Plans for 2025 Welcome to Episode 225 of The Thinklings Podcast! Did you know that 25% of people read 225 and think that it’s 25% of the way to 1000? While that is a made-up statistic, 225 is not 25% of the way to 1000. However, it still feels significant in some way! We have all four Thinklings for this episode where we discuss our recent reading endeavors during Books & Business, recap Booxing Day 2025, and share our reading and writing plans for 2025! Thanks for listening this week! Books & Business: Thinkling Little: Candide Thinkling Boyd: How to Read a Book Thinkling Ca...

2025-01-141h 16

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #4 Episode 223 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 223 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is the last podcast for a whole year (yes… we know…)! After Books & Business, we commence TALQ 4 (Thinklings Answer Listener Questions). We hope you will be helped and edified as we answer these questions! Thank you for listening, and we will see you next year! Books & Business: Thinkling Little: The Fight for Female Thinkling Carter: The Stranger Thinkling Stearns: On Writing and Writers Main Content: Thinklings Answer...

2024-12-311h 18

The Thinklings Podcast Booxing Day BONUS EpisodeWelcome to Episode 222 of The Thinklings Podcast! Merry Booxing Day! Here is our second annual celebration of “Booxing Day,” a day to read the boox (books) gifted to you at Christmas! We hope you have a wonderful day recovering from Christmas festivities by immersing yourself into a fun novel, informative biography, or at the least the wonderful pages of Scripture. Main Content: In this special episode, we give each other books to be read on Booxing Day! Join us for a lighthearted and fun episode dedicated to our favorite read...

2024-12-2622 min

The Thinklings Podcast Joy in the GospelsWelcome to Episode 221 of The Thinklings Podcast! Merry Christmas from the Thinklings! Announcement: If you are selected as a 200 for 200 Giveaway winner, we will announce those winners in this episode! Winners will need to visit the bookstore by the end of January or email us a mailing address to receive their prize! Books & Business: Thinkling Little: Womanish Theology Thinkling Carter: Bible Doctrine II Thinkling Stearns: Lumen Main Content: Thinkling Carter leads a study from the gospels on Joy.

2024-12-2458 min

The Thinklings Podcast A Podcast Runs Through ItWelcome to Episode 215 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we have our Books & Business segment, followed by Thinkling Carter discussing the book A River Runs Through It, and Thinkling Little closing the podcast with a final meditation from 2 Timothy 2:5. Books & Business: Lingua Latina – Thinkling Little Today’s Christian and The Church’s Bible – Thinkling Stearns (Ranking) A River Runs Through It – Thinkling Carter Main Content: Thinkling Carter shares about A River Runs Through It and explains why it’s worth reading for the discerning/appropriately-aged reader. Final Meditation: Think...

2024-11-1957 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Christian MindWelcome to Episode 211 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we have our Books & Business, and Thinkling Carter discusses The Christian Mind by Harry Blamires, and Thinkling Stearns ends the podcast with a final meditation in 2 Peter. Books & Business: Another Gospel – Alisa Childers – Thinkling Carter Lumen – J.J. Fischer – Thinkling Stearns The Healthy Pastor – Dean Tayler – Thinkling Little Main Content: Thinkling Carter discusses a book, The Christian Mind by Harry Blamires. Final Meditation: Thinkling Stearns shares a final meditation from 2 Peter.

2024-10-2246 min

The Thinklings Podcast An Ecclesiological Odyssey, Part 2 - Jesus Calling...the PresbyteriansWelcome to Episode 210 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we have our Books & Business, and Thinkling Stearns returns to his series, “Ecclesiological Odyssey,” to discuss Jesus Calling and the PCA. We end the podcast with a final meditation from Thinkling Little from Proverbs 12 & 16! Books & Business: The Christian Mind – Harry Blamires – Thinkling Carter Rescue Plan – Deepak Reju – Thinkling Little Screwtape’s Favorite Song – Thinkling Stearns Main Content: Thinkling Stearns leads a discussion on Jesus Calling and the PCA meetings from this past summer. Final Meditation: Thinkling Little shares a final t...

2024-10-1558 min

The Thinklings Podcast A Conversation of Jewish History, Part 2Welcome to Episode 209 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we have our Books & Business, and Thinkling Little returns to his series on Jewish history! We end the podcast with a final meditation from Thinkling Stearns from 2 Peter! Books & Business: Mere Discipleship – Alister McGrath – Thinkling Carter Rescue Plan – Deepak Reju – Thinkling Little Calor – J.J. Fischer – Thinkling Stearns Main Content: Thinkling Little leads a discussion on Jewish history. Final Meditation: Thinkling Stearns shares a final thought from 2 Peter!

2024-10-081h 01

The Thinklings Podcast Special Guest - Carolyn Weber, Author of Surprised by OxfordWelcome to episode 206 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we discuss Surprised by Oxford by Carolyn Weber… …with Carolyn Weber! We hope you enjoy it! Books & Business: A Severe Mercy – Sheldon Vanauken – Thinkling Stearns A Severe Mercy – Carolyn Weber The OT as Literature – Longman – Thinkling Little The Silver Trumpet – Owen Barfield – Thinkling Carter Main Topics: Surprised by Oxford – Carolyn Weber Psalm 66 Main Content: Thinklings & Carolyn discuss Surprised by Oxford. Final Meditation: Thinkling Carter shares a final thought from Psalm 66!

2024-09-1759 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Minister as Shepherd & Psalm 14Welcome to Episode 202 of the Thinklings Podcast! Here’s a trivia question for all of our savvy listeners: What is required to post a podcast episode??? Internet! Sorry for the delay today. We can thank Metronet for the long wait for your podcast episode! In today’s episode, Thinkling Carter discusses The Minister as Shepherd by Charles Jefferson and gives it a rating. Thinkling Stearns puts a book on the shack stack, and Thinkling Little mentions Redeeming Sex and Marriage by Scott Mehl. Thinkling Stearns ends the episode with a me...

2024-08-2028 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings BicentennielWelcome to Episode 200 of the Thinklings Podcast! It is an age of few men, even less cats, but at least a few podcasts. Thank you for all of your support on the road to 200 podcast episodes. We understand that not all episodes were created equal (with respect to length, content, and/or quality), so those of you who have journeyed with us—we love and appreciate you. We look forward to continuing our podcast another 200! Main Topics in Episode 200: Books & Business Dr. Josh Boyd John Ronald’s Dragons – Carolyn McAlister Jewish...

2024-08-0625 min

The Thinklings Podcast Summer Episode 7Welcome to Episode 197 of the Thinklings Podcast! We hope your summer is going super well and you’re reading tons of great books and discussing them with your friends! We were notified of a few glitches in this recording, so we have edited the file. If you are experiencing that. Try deleting the podcast off of your phone and downloading it again! We apologize for the difficulty. For Books & Business, Thinkling Carter discusses the Wedding Wisdom poem he crafted for Andy’s Wedding, Thinklings Little mentions The Phoenix and The Carpet by E. Nesb...

2024-07-1620 min

The Thinklings Podcast Bullfrogs and Psalm 1Welcome to Episode 196 of the Thinklings Podcast! We hope your summer is going super well and you’re reading tons of great books and discussing them with your friends! Welcome back, Random Tim! For Books & Business, Thinkling Stearns discusses Wisdom of the Bullfrog by William H. McRaven, Thinklings Carter mentions a Ransom Cycle guidebook he is reading, and Thinkling Little discusses Faith Publications! Thinkling Stearns wraps up the episode with a final meditation on Romans 1! Main Topics in Episode 196: Books & Business Wisdom of the Bullfrog – William H. McRaven A Co...

2024-07-0944 min

The Thinklings Podcast Public Library, Poetry, and Romans 1Welcome to Episode 195 of the Thinklings Podcast! A quick heads up: there is a moment or two in the episode where you will experience some feedback. We did not realize this was happening until after the fact, and a few portions were unavoidable in the editing process. Thank you for your patience in enduring these as you listen. We hope they will be few and short! We hope your summer is going super well and you’re reading tons of great books and discussing them with your friends! This was the first episode we...

2024-07-0233 min

The Thinklings Podcast Jesus is That Guy, Part 4 (Hebrews 1:8-12)Welcome to Episode 190 of the Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we conclude (for now) the recent Hebrews 1 study focusing on the seven OT passages that describe Jesus. This conversation, led by Thinkling Carter, follows a bright and bouncy opening to the podcast, which features all our normal frivolity, books, business, sponsors, and bad jokes. Thanks for listening this week! Main Topics in Episode 190: Coffee Books & Business Out of the Silent Planet – C.S. Lewis Clear Winter Nights – Trevin Wax Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood – Aimee Byrd Hebrews 1 Main Content & Final Medita...

2024-05-2839 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #3Welcome to episode 189 of the Thinklings Podcast! This is a TALQ episode, where Thinklings Answer Listener Questions (get it?). We also have our normal items, with a lot of folly and Books & Business! Key ideas in Episode 189 – Proverbs 31 Books & Business Exodus 1-18 Carolyn Weber Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner – Samuel Taylor Coleridge Lord’s Table John Piper Pastoral Qualifications Spiritual Blindness 2 Corinthians 4 Main Content: Questions we answer: When will Books & Business be updated on the website? Should we be actually “breaking bread” at the Lord’s table? What do we think...

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The Thinklings Podcast Proverbs 31Welcome to episode 188 of the Thinklings Podcast! We have a full slate of great things in this podcast: Folly – a bunch of jokes and laughing Coffee Sponsors Weekly Wisdom Books & Business Proverbs 31 Key ideas in Episode 188 – Proverbs 31 Books & Business Exodus 1-18 Every Woman a Theologian – Phylicia Masonheimer Joshua – John Goldingay Clear Winter Nights – Trevin Wax Malcolm Guite Phantastes – George Macdonald Sex and the City of God – Carolyn Weber Proverbs 31 Main Content & Meditation: Thinkling Little leads a study of Proverbs 31!

2024-05-1457 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #2Welcome to Episode 187 of the Thinklings Podcast! This is a TALQ episode where we answer listener questions! Here are the questions we discuss in this episode, after Books & Business, of course: What kind of interlinear would you recommend? What Greek textbook does FBBC use, and what books would you recommend for a student to “keep his Greek?” What do you think about Susan in the last battle? Is she worldly, or does she lose salvation?? What premarital books would you recommend? Is there anything in the works for a “thinklings moot” (a meeting of thinklings listeners/live pod...

2024-05-0740 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings Podcast – Special Guest – S.D. Smith, Author of Green EmberWelcome to Episode 186 of the Thinklings Podcast! Special Guest Alert! We were thrilled to have S.D. Smith (Sam), author of Green Ember and other titles, as a guest on this episode. After Sam participates in some Books & Business, we dive into his writing process and philosophy! You do not want to miss out on this one! Key ideas in Episode 186 – S.D. Smith Books & Business (11:04) The Green Ember – S.D. Smith Surprised by Oxford – Carolyn Weber Finally Free – Heath Lambert Slow Productivity – Cal Newport Reading Writing Imagination Ecclesiast...

2024-04-301h 18

The Thinklings Podcast Does the OT teach there are multiple gods? Episode 184 – The Thinklings Podcast Welcome to Episode 184 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinkling Little explores the idea of “gods” in the OT; does the OT teach that there are multiple Gods? Have you ever wondered which LOTR character the Thinklings would be? We also discuss that in this episode, followed by some Books & Business, of course! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! Key ideas in Episode 184 – Does the OT teach there are multiple gods? Books & Business Weekly Wisdom – P...

2024-04-161h 09

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Answer Listener Questions #1Welcome to Episode 181 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, after a nice, hearty dose of our regular activities, we answer some questions about the Christian life! This TALQ (Thinklings answer listener questions) will be a template we will follow in future episodes in which we answer more questions from listeners! Thanks for listening to this week’s episode! Key ideas in Episode 181 – The Goodness & Kindness of God Books & Business Night Operation Owen Barfield Proverbs Commentaries Michael Fox Clear Winter Nights Trevin Wax Proverbs 27 Books & Business: Night Operation – Owen Barfield (Thinkl...

2024-03-261h 06

The Thinklings Podcast Sertified Reading Rules (Rules to Improve Your Reading)Welcome to Episode 177 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we discuss a few books, talk about recent writing projects we’ve inked, and talk about ways to improve in our reading! We recently had some Electronic Ink hit the page (web), and if you would like to see those you can follow this link or this link! We discuss a recent email we received that was a blessing to us regarding the content of Episode 176, and we also have some Weekly Wisdom from 1 Timothy 1:18. Key ideas in Episode 177 – Sertified Reading Rule...

2024-02-271h 06

The Thinklings Podcast God's Expectations to Honor Aging ParentsWelcome to Episode 176 In this episode of The Thinklings Podcast, we have a friend of the podcast with us for another guest episode: Dr. Doug Brown of Faith Baptist Theological Seminary. The main content of the podcast is Dr. Brown sharing ideas from a recent Faith Pulpit article he wrote earlier this month! The Thinklings and Dr. Brown partake in a fantastic Books & Business session, Weekly Wisdom, and listener interaction. During Books & Business, Dr. Brown mentions his family is reading through the Chronicles of Narnia together. Thinkling Stearns mentions a marriage book he has been...

2024-02-211h 16

The Thinklings Podcast Marriage: Contract or Covenant?Welcome to Episode 175 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we do our usual things: we drink coffee, we talk about recent events and listener interaction, we get around to Books & Business, and we discuss Divorce & Remarriage in the main content. For Books & Business, Thinkling Little discusses Knowable Word by Peter Krol (and ranks it 7 on the Thinklings’ Goodness Scale). Thinkling Stearns discusses A Gospel Primer by Milton Vincent (and ranks it a 7 on the Thinklings’ Goodness Scale). We discussed this for a few extra minutes, so we hope you enjoy our banter! Thinkling Carter roun...

2024-02-131h 21

The Thinklings Podcast Jesus is That Guy, Hebrews 1:6 (Part 2)Welcome to Episode 174 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we do our normal things: we drink coffee, we talk about recent events and listener interaction, we get around to Books & Business, and we discuss Hebrews 1:6. For Books & Business, Thinkling Carter discusses a book gifted to him from Thinkling Stearns, The Smith of Wootton Major by Tolkien. Thinkling Little discusses a book on the Aaronic Blessing in the OT by Glodo, and Thinkling Stearns mentions A Gospel Primer by Vincent. The main content and meditation from God’s Word come together in this ep...

2024-02-0645 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings' Mood Episode 172 – The Thinklings’ Mood Welcome to Episode One-Hundred Seventy-Two of The Thinklings Podcast! First things first – Happy 8th Day of Balrog! For your singing pleasure, to the tune of “12 Days of Christmas,” here are the lyrics: On the tenth day of Balrog, Gandalf said to me What do you mean?, Is the morning good?, How ’bout old friends? Haven’t aged a day! Pity stayed his blade!, Foooooool of a took!, (5 golden rings…..) You cannot pass, Fly you fools!...

2024-01-231h 19

The Thinklings Podcast Three Thinklings Are Better Than TwoTHE RETURN OF STEARNS. Maybe the caps were unnecessary, but man we were so glad to have Thinkling Stearns with us for this episode! Here is what is in this episode: 1. Andy’s Weekly Wisdom: Andy’s Weekly wisdom delivered directly from "The Andy." Below is his quote, and he discusses it on the podcast! "Don't be selfish with your suffering.' 2. Announcements/Listener Interaction: - Narnia Question: In what order should you read the Chronicles of Narnia (a repeat, yes, but we talk more in this...

2023-12-191h 15

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings Podcast, An Unexpected Journey to 150Hello Thinklings Listeners! Thank you for tuning in to this weeks episode! This week is a special episode for a few reasons: Andy was able to join Charlie and Tim, so the trio gets to kick off Season 7 of The Thinklings Podcast together! Additionally, this marks the 150th episode! We share some reflections from 150 episodes, share "Thinklings verses" and have a spot of Thinklings trivia (which Tim and Andy love unconditionally). After the introduction and 150th reflections, we do get to Book and Business, as always! Thinkling Stearns discusses a R.C. Sproul biography, Thinkling Carter...

2023-08-2957 min

The Thinklings Podcast Some More Thinklings Thoughts on AlcoholHello Thinklings Listeners! Thank you for tuning in to this weeks episode! Here is what is in this episode: After some brief introduction, we get to Books and Business, as always (or mostly always):   Thinkling Stearns: Central Seminary Podcast (https://centralseminary.edu/the-central-seminary-podcast/) Thinkling Little: Frankenstein Thinkling Carter: The Fox and the Hound The main content that follows is a second discussion about alcohol! We reference these lectures of Dr. Paul Hartog, and they are worth your time: https://centralseminary.edu/testimony/paul-hartog-on-culture-and-christianity/ Thanks again for listening!

2023-05-161h 13

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Thoughts on AlcoholHello Thinklings Listeners! Thank you for tuning in to this weeks episode! We've had a plethora of technical difficulties with this episode, some within our control (Carter making mistakes) and some outside of our control (Wifi being silly). We trust that you may still be blessed by a little bit longer discussion in this episode. Thank you so much for tuning in! Here is what is in this episode: After some brief introduction, we get to Books and Business, as always (or mostly always):   Thinkling Stearns: Accidental Feminist (future read)  Thinkling Little: Ancient Wine in the...

2023-05-101h 19

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Thoughts on an Apologetics DebateHello Thinklings Listeners! Thank you for tuning in to this weeks episode! Here is what is in this episode: After some brief introduction, we get to Books and Business, as always (or mostly always):   Thinkling Stearns: Thinking God’s Thoughts (decent recommendation, be careful of theological discernment, no rating!)  Thinkling Little: Song of Songs for Singles update; Water my Camels - decent recommendation, 5 on TGS. Thinkling Carter: The Hive of the Bee Hunter (Wild Turkey Hunting story, recommend if you like outdoors, etc.) The main content that follows is a discussi...

2023-04-1846 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinklings Thoughts on Bible Reading PlansHello Thinklings Listeners! Welcome to Episode 126, where we discuss a question that Professor Stearns had in class about Bible reading plans! This discussion takes place after our typical Books and Business discussion! Thank you for listening, and enjoy!

2023-03-1437 min

The Thinklings Podcast Discipleship Question 10, Part 2Welcome to Episode 125 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we continue the discussion from Episode 121 about Discipleship Question 10 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thinklings-podcast/id1522618674?i=1000598477398). Thanks for listening!

2023-03-0853 min

The Thinklings Podcast Four Loves, FriendshipWelcome to Episode 120 of The Thinklings Podcast! This is part 2 of our series through C.S. Lewis' book: The Four Loves! In this episode we discuss the section on friendship, and we hope you enjoy it! This chapter has some deep roots for the Thinklings, and may have been a key cog in our development of this podcast! Thanks for listening!

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The Thinklings Podcast Discipleship Question 8Welcome to Episode 104 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, after our normal introductory conversation and Books & Business, Thinkling Carter continues the Discipleship Question series! Thanks for listening! We hope you are blessed by our podcast!

2022-10-1149 min

The Thinklings Podcast Seasons of Sorrow with Tim ChalliesWelcome to the 100th Episode of The Thinklings Podcast! If you've been with us for 100 episodes, we want to say a huge, "Thank you!" We are blessed to produce this podcast, and we love hearing from our listeners! Thank you so much for tuning in each week (or however often you do)! While we love hitting 100, we are eagerly awaiting our real milestone: our eleventy-first birthday (if you don't understand, go read Lord of the Rings)! In this episode we discuss Seasons of Sorrow, Tim Challies' new book, with...Tim Challies! We hope you...

2022-09-1355 min

The Thinklings Podcast Thinking About Death in Ecclesiastes 7Welcome to episode 98 of The Thinklings Podcast! Hey, if you're reading this, YOU should send an entry to our Books & Business Contest! All you need to do is send us a review of a book you have read to our email, thinklingspodcast@gmail.com! What is in this episode: 6:22 - Beauty (Roger Scruton) - Thinkling Stearns 10:47 - The Intellectual Life - Thinkling Carter 13:44 - Hadassah, One Night with the King - Thinkling Little 19:39 - Main Content - Death in Ecclesiastes 7 Andy did talk about death over the summer...

2022-08-3041 min

The Thinklings Podcast Discipleship Question 6Hello faithful Thinklings listeners! Welcome to Season 5 of The Thinklings Podcast! We are excited for another great school year at Faith Baptist Bible College, reading and discussing many great books, and providing some awesome episodes for all of you! We have some great milestones coming this season: we are turning 100 in a few weeks, and we (Lord willing) have an awesome guest coming for that episode! Perhaps even more important than the 100th birthday, is the 111th birthday (ask Bible Baggins)! That episode will have some shenanigans, we think, so look forward to that! ...

2022-08-2347 min

The Thinklings Podcast Worldviews and The Burning BushHello Thinklings Listeners! Ever wondered what a Thinklings Podcast Episode sounds like at night? Well, since this episode got released in the evening...maybe you can find out. It definitely had nothing to do with one of the Thinklings forgetting it was Tuesday... Happy Summer! Enjoy this episode!

2022-06-1527 min

The Thinklings Podcast Scott Aniol and Cultivating Spiritual AffectionsWelcome to episode 86 of the Thinklings Podcast! We had a great discussion about worship and cultivating affections. We also discussed his new book, "Changed from Glory into Glory." Enjoy this episode of the podcast!

2022-06-071h 03

The Thinklings Podcast The Power of LoveWelcome to episode 81 of the Thinklings Podcast! In this episode Thinkling Little talks about the 'power of love' from the Song of Solomon! First, as always, we have a little Books & Business! Enjoy and thanks for listening! 1:26 - Books & Business Starts - The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self - Thinkling Little (listen to episode 53 where Tim also talks about this! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thinklings-podcast/id1522618674?i=1000539061536) 5:50 - Spent Matches - Thinking Carter 15:00 - The Quotable Lewis - Thinkling Stearns

2022-05-0355 min

The Thinklings Podcast Discerning Right From WrongWelcome to another episode of the Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Thinklings Stearns draws a few more thoughts from Bridge's Pursuit of Holiness and we discuss discernment of sin, etc. As always, we have a discussion of things we're reading and thinking through. In this Books & Business we have an interesting discussion on Pride and Prejudice as FBBC's Drama team prepares to perform the production this coming Friday. You might enjoy those thoughts! Here's what is in the episode: 0:55 - Thinkling Stearns kicks of Books & Business - Case for the Resurrection of Christ 2:56...

2022-04-1951 min

The Thinklings Podcast Discipleship Question 4Welcome to episode 77 of the Thinklings Podcast! In this episode we talk about Discipleship Question 4 (what forms of training is God using in my life), but first we have Books & Business! 0:47 - Censorship Paper - Thinkling Carter 6:46 - Special Elections Discussion - Thinkling Stearns 7:44 - Podcast Discussion? - Thinkling Stearns 8:25 - Philosophy of Religion a Short Introduction - Thinkling Stearns 10:30 - Green Ember Discussion - Thinkling Little 15:25 - Main Content - Thinkling Carter

2022-04-0541 min

The Thinklings Podcast Some Thinklings Thoughts on Art & MusicWelcome to Episode 76 of the Thinkings Podcast! The main content in this episode is Thinkling Stearns talking about Art and Music, and we all jump in on that conversation. As always, we have some Books & Business to start out! At the end of the episode Thinkling Little provides a short devotional idea for us from God's Word! Thanks for listening; here are the time stamps: 1:12 - Books & Business starts 1:51 - The Faith of Christopher Hitchens - Thinklings Stearns 10:30 - The Biggest Story Bible Story Book - Thinkling Little 13:51 - Censorship Paper - Thinkling...

2022-03-2959 min

The Thinklings Podcast Some More Thinklings Thoughts on ReadingHello! Welcome to Episode 69 of the Thinklings Podcast! This episode is a bit different than the norm: we do not have our normal Books & Business segment. I know, I know...but do not worry, Books & Business will be back next week. In this episode we discuss reading; more specifically, we try to pose a few practical tips to help you improve in your reading goals! Enjoy this episode of the Thinklings Podcast!

2022-02-0836 min

The Thinklings Podcast Devoted to the Lord & the "Shema"Welcome to Episode 67 of the Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, Tim discusses devotion to the Lord from Deuteronomy 6 (the "Shema"). As always, we start (after some goofy nonsense) with Books & Business! Our introductory conversation lasts for the first 10:25 of the podcast, B&B goes until 23:35, and then Tim launches into the main content...enjoy! 10:25 - Books & Business 23:35 - Main Content -Deuteronomy 6 - Devoted to the Lord

2022-01-2557 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Parable of the Shrewd Steward, Part 2Welcome to Episode 61 of The Thinklings Podcast! The main content in this episode is the second episode discussing the "Parable of the Shrewd Steward." If you haven't had the chance to listen to the first one, go back and listen to Episode 57! As always we have Books & Business for the first portion of the podcast! We also have one of our favorite guests back to discuss some books and his new "Fundamental Lit Forum" taking place next semester at FBBC! That is of course Dr. Josh "Puddleglum" Boyd (self-ascribed title). Here are some timestamps for you:

2021-12-141h 01

The Thinklings Podcast A Homer-Run of a Podcast (Guest Josh Boyd Discussing Greek Literature)Welcome to episode 53 Thinklings listeners. Hope you have some free time to listen through this great episode! Dr. Josh Boyd joins us again to discuss Greek Literature, mainly the classics of Homer (The Iliad and the Odyssey) and a touch of the Aeneid by Virgil. ALSO...after the closing of the podcast there is BONUS CONTENT! There is an interview with Dr. Boyd that follows the main episode... Here is what is in this episode: Books & Business 0:53 - The Spiritual Brain - Thinkling Carter 2:42 - Jesus the Great Philosopher - Thinkling Stearns

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The Thinklings Podcast Some Thinklings Thoughts on...What Makes a Book Good?Welcome to Episode 8 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, The Thinklings discuss “What Makes a Good Book?” The discussion is designed to help us think through what books we should choose to read, reread, stop reading, and recommend reading. Here are some approximate time stamps: 1:50 – An Excerpt to Prime the Pump 3:52 – Discussion Question: “What Makes a Good Book?” 5:40 – Adler’s 3 Criteria for a Good Book (How to Read a Book) 9:45 – Good Books help us understand more about God. 12:43 – Good Books aren’t only entertaining. 17:39 – Good Books make us work to understand. 18:48 – Good Books help renew the mind rather...

2020-09-2929 min

The Thinklings Podcast Some Thinklings Thoughts on ReadingWelcome to Episode 6 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we stray from our typical structure. Against every bone in Tim’s body, we will not have a Books & Business in this episode. We will pause for a moment of silence. Thank you for your pause. So, what we do discuss in this episode is reading and why Christians should seek to read well. We discuss the virtues of reading, how reading improves our mental and imaginative faculties, and round out the episode with a few tips we have implemented to seek to read better....

2020-09-1534 min

The Thinklings Podcast Where Mentoring Came From, Part 2Welcome to Episode 5 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, we do our usual things: we discuss some books during Books & Business, we have some nonsense (12:45…cough…), and we continue discussing The Adventures of Telemachus. For Books & Business, Thinking Stearns discusses How to Read Slowly by James Sire, Thinkling Little discusses The Valley of Vision, and Thinkling Carter discusses Perelandra/The Ransom Trilogy. Perelandra provides wonderful fodder for the crew before we get to the main content of the episode. The main content focuses a second time on the idea of mentoring. The main...

2020-09-0831 min

The Thinklings Podcast Where Mentoring Came From, Part 1 Episode 4 – The Thinklings Podcast Where Mentoring Came From, Part 1 Welcome, to episode four of The Thinklings Podcast! Have you ever wondered about where the idea of “mentoring” originated? The idea or task has existed from the beginning, but we discuss one way to answer this question in this episode! After Books & Business, Thinkling Carter discusses The Adventures of Telemachus. This work, written in Greek-mythological style, was designed to help tutor a duke in France in the 1600s. Ideas of discipleship abound, and the Thinklings discus...

2020-09-0130 min

The Thinklings Podcast Learning the Fear of the Lord Episode 3 – The Thinklings Podcast Learning the Fear of the Lord Welcome, to episode three of The Thinklings Podcast! This episode, officially, makes Books & Business a tradition. We return to discussing some of the books we have been reading recently. There are a few good quotes from them about reading and thinking, too! After Books & Business, Thinkling Little discusses The Fear of the Lord in a few passages (Proverbs 1; Psalm 19; Deuteronomy 5). Is the Fear of the Lord an emotion? Is it obedience? Tune in to th...

2020-08-2525 min

The Thinklings Podcast Don't Read Into This TitleDon’t Read Into This Title Welcome to episode two of The Thinklings Podcast! Something extraordinary is born in this episode, something Thinklings will do until the end of life on this earth: Books & Business. Boom – a new podcast segment was born! During this segment, we talk about books we have been reading (or audio-booking) intending to provide an assessment of their overall value to be read by you! After Books & Business, Thinkling Stearns leads a discussion regarding authorial intent. The goal of interpretation should be to seek the original author’s meaning, and th...

2020-08-1825 min

The Thinklings Podcast The Thinklings Podcast Pilot The Thinklings Podcast – Episode 1 – “Pilot” The Thinklings Podcast – Episode 1 – “Pilot” Podcast / By thinklingspodcast What is a “Thinkling?” Welcome to the first episode of The Thinklings Podcast! You might be wondering what “Thinklings” actually means! The podcast’s title is a dedication and homage to a few great writers and thinkers of the past (C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien, to name a few). This former group was called “The Inklings” as they dedicated themselves to writing and meeting regularly to discuss their writings. With this same...

2020-07-0818 min