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The Freethinking PodcastsCandace Owens, Comedy, Theology — Seth Dillon Tells AllDr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Seth Dillon of the @TheBabylonBee to discuss the necessity of satire as Christian Conservatives, the rise of the woke right and Candace Owens foray into conspiracy and Seth's thoughts on Calvinism. Will Tim convince him to be a Molinist? Join the team: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Sources for videos: https://x.com/CBSNews/status/1999156447012135282?s=20 https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/1998951090478616971?s=20 https://www.youtube.com/live/6J6lRZPQ4jk?si=LdXL8CGbuJVzYzM4 ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Seth Dillon Open...
2025-12-161h 26The Freethinking PodcastsAlex O'Connor Thinks Christianity Is More Plausible?Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein react to a string of new videos that seem to indicate a softer side of @CosmicSkeptic 's disposition to Christianity... Is there movement here to watch? Stratton and Klein analyze clips and give their opinions. Alex, if you watch this we would LOVE to have a conversation with you! Past Clips of Reacting to Alex O'Connor: Debate with Ben Shapiro: https://youtube.com/live/96AfLHG-4ec Debate with Dinesh D'Souza: https://youtu.be/EYelDR9kFFc Alex O'Connor Leaving New Atheism: https://youtube.com/live/krC3r...
2025-11-2036 minThe Freethinking PodcastsIs This Really a Mystery? (Response to Ruslan KD)Is the tension between Free Will and God's sovereignty REALLY a mystery? Matthew McConaughey joined @TheDiaryOfACEO and shared some things about faith. @RuslanKD reacted. Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein respond to both in this week's episode. Sure, there might be tension but it's not a mystery. Ruslan clip: https://youtu.be/2UiJ16_JAlo?si=kIbPueR1p-UUXQTe Diary of a CEO Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMzxNfX-uAg ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introducing Ruslan 02:30 Are Young Men Returning to Christ? 05:24 Would A Pastor Dare To Preach THIS Message? 11:10 Figh...
2025-10-2854 minThe Freethinking PodcastsWhen Ministry Hurts: Lessons from Jesus w/ Dr. Nick BankDr. Nick Bank of @stepuptolifeministries joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss his new book "Down Like Jesus". Ministry can be painful (as both Tim and Josh have found!) could this be a resource that helps people to process and use that pain for their own sanctification? Check out Nick's Book "Down Like Jesus": https://a.co/d/hV6BmrR Check out Nick's work at Step up to Life: https://www.stepuptolife.com/ ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Who is Nick Bank? 06:00 What is "Down Like Jesus?" 07:25 The...
2025-10-141h 08The Freethinking PodcastsWhen Spiritual Heroes Fall: How Should We Respond?Michael Tait was recently exposed for doing some horrific things all while claiming the title of Christian Music Artist. Of course there are others as well, Ravi Zacharias, Mark Driscoll, Bill Hybels and the list goes on. Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein take on the disappointment of these failures head on and offer advice, encouragement, and hope in the midst of frustration and righteous indignation. ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:30 Why Address it Now? 10:10 Famous and Non-Famous Failures: Why They Matter 18:00 How Do You Move Forward? 19:00 1. Jesus is the ONLY Tru...
2025-10-0757 minThe Freethinking PodcastsCharlie Kirk's Memorial and the Progressive Miseducation of America | w/ Dr. Corey MillerDr. Corey Miller, founder and President of campus ministry Ratio Christi joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss the Charlie Kirk Memorial AND his new book "The Progressive Miseducation of America". A timely discussion considering our current cultural moment. Check out the book preview here: https://vimeo.com/1071537618/617a90e813 Pre-order the book here: https://www.harvesthousepublishers.com/books/progressive-miseducation-of-america-9780736992374/ Learn about Ratio Christi: https://ratiochristi.org/ ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Reflection on 2 Weeks Since Charlie's Death 03:02 Introducing Dr. Corey Miller 04:55 Reflections on the Memo...
2025-10-011h 03The Freethinking PodcastsUnpacking the Violence: Are There Answers to Recent Murders in America?By now you've probably heard of the tragedy in Charlotte North Carolina as Decarlos Brown Jr. took the life of Iryna Zrutska (a Ukrainian refugee). But why did this happen? What should Christians think about the tragedy? How does this get fixed? Also, the team will talk about Charlie Kirk and his assassination and what we do next. Dr. Johnathan Pritchett joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to lament and discuss. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6275339546787840
2025-09-161h 38The Freethinking PodcastsWhy MindShift Is WRONG About Free Will (11 Problems Answered)Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein address a recent video by @MindShift-Brandon on 11 problems with free will that Christians don't want you to ask. Does he have some points? How WOULD/SHOULD Christians address these issues? Tim and Josh explain. Original Video: https://youtu.be/jsrj055tQ_U?si=qhBRnsZWlyjBM1Mf Dr. Tim Stratton and J.P. Moreland's paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/13/10/988 You Are Not Your Brain by Jeffery Schwartz and Rebecca Gladding: https://a.co/d/27qI0cq FTM Books: Mere Molinism: https://a.co/d/1g9...
2025-09-091h 42The Freethinking PodcastsFour (plus) Reasons We Can't Be MormonThere is no disrespect meant in the title. Saying "members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" is just too long for a YouTube video title! That said, Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein assess the claims of the LDS, both historically and theologically. Why can't we be mormons? Here's why! Maven Experience: https://maventruth.com/immersive-experience/ Josephlied.com: https://www.mormoninfo.org/ ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 05:45 Maven and Its Importance in the Discussion 11:20 One: Low View of God's Nature 25:00 Two: Low View of Jesus...
2025-09-031h 35The Freethinking PodcastsFour Reasons We Are NOT CatholicIn our continued "why we're not series" Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein turn their eyes towards Catholicism. Why aren't they Catholic? They give four reasons why and the fourth one may surprise you! Sound Faith Conference 2025: soundfaithomaha.com Why we're not Open Theists: https://youtube.com/live/ZY1kjfq90ZU Why I Love The Catholic Church and Why I'm Not A Catholic Article: https://freethinkingministries.com/why-i-love-the-catholic-church-and-why-i-am-not-catholic/ What it means to be protestant by Gavin Ortlund: https://a.co/d/cnF7371 Support the Ministry: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/...
2025-08-261h 02The Freethinking PodcastsFrom Atheist to Christian Because Of.... ChatGPT?You won't want to miss this! Recently a guy named Andy went viral for releasing his conversation with ChatGPT to the world. One in which he discovered, in real time, that Atheism was false and Theist, particularly Christian Theism, was true. Did ChatGPT REALLY lead this man to Christ or was something else happening? Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein explore these questions and his testimony on today's show. Andy Koons: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andykoons?lang=en X: https://x.com/andy_koons Andy's conversation with ChatGPT...
2025-08-181h 29The Freethinking Podcasts1 Cor. 10:13 Is a Problem—If You Deny Free WillDr. Leighton Flowers joins the program as Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss the philosophical, theological and pastoral importance of 1 Corinthians 10:13 in the Free Will discussion. It is NOT, something that you can just hand wave away and it only makes sense if Libertarian Free Will is true. Take a look! You can find Dr. Leighton Flowers at @Soteriology101 and @BraxtonHunter . Visit https://trinitysem.edu/ for more information on advanced degree programs. Support FreeThinking Ministries: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Introducing Dr. Leighton Flowers 05:43 Why D...
2025-08-121h 24The Freethinking PodcastsFree Will vs. Fatal Tweets: Molinists Respond | Theology Thursdays 7In today's Theology Thursday live Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein introduce another new member of our team, Phil Bair. Phil and Tim will take turns responding to Calvinist tweets and offering their analysis and clap backs there. For more info on freethinking ministries and how to get involved go to www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Tim's X: https://x.com/TSXpress Josh's X: https://x.com/JoshRKlein Phil Bair's Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Phil+Bair&crid=148TMIO99KXHP&sprefix=phil+bair%2Caps%2C125&ref=nb_sb...
2025-04-081h 40The Freethinking PodcastsFaith and Doubt: A Friendly Christian-Atheist Conversation about God | Thursdays Thursdays 7Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Richard Suttles known as "The Fallen Ape-Theist" who identifies as an agnostic/atheist. As friends they discuss the reason Richard doesn't believe in God, what might change his mind, and how he thinks the way he does. If you ever wanted to get into the mind of an atheist this is a great window! For our conversation on Trump's near assassination go here: https://youtube.com/live/_tYdxVEyL0s Check out The Fallen Ape-Theist here: Facebook: https://facebook.com/share/1ADSCywsMq/?mibextid=wwXIfr
2025-03-311h 29The Freethinking PodcastsHeaven's Immigration Policy | Theology Thursdays 4Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein analyze a recent social media spat on immigration policy that Tim had and we look at the objectively GOOD policies currently coming from the Trump admin in Birthright Citizenship and an executive order meant to outlaw the "transing" of the kids.
2025-02-101h 20The Freethinking PodcastsTrump Blasted from the Pulpit?!?Following Trump's inauguration he attended the inaugural prayer service at the National Cathedral... Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde delivered the homily and was rather... pointed in her opposition to Trump's policies. Politics from the pulpit? Really? But... more importantly, was she right? Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein analyze these moments (and a CNN segment from earlier in the day) to find out in this week's Theology Thursday.
2025-02-0156 minThe Freethinking Podcasts13 Burning QuestionsDr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein address questions submitted to our contact us page on FTM's website! Merry Christmas! o ask a question for a future episode go here: https://freethinkingministries.com/contact/ To give to FTM go here: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Visit Mead Ammo: https://meadammo.com/ Long form interview with Michael Licona: https://youtu.be/N5N5snM1PSQ ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/fre...
2024-12-271h 32The Freethinking PodcastsTrump Won! A FreeThinking ReactionJoin Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they react to, not only the presidential race but also the Nebraska races and initiatives. Where do we go forward from here? For those that held their nose and voted for Trump, what's our responsibility going forward? Is this a good thing? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking
2024-11-091h 05The Freethinking PodcastsWhy Policy REALLY Matters | W/ Wintery Knight and Desert RoseHosts of the Knight and Rose show join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss the importance of understanding the difference in policy and what that means for the Christian seeking to understand how to use their vote this upcoming election season. Wintery and Rose go by "aliases" to strategically shield themselves as they do ministry. Places to find Winter Knight: Website: https://knightandrose.podbean.com/ X: https://x.com/Wintery_Knight Knight and Rose on why policy matters: https://knightandrose.podbean.com/e/should-christians-care-about-politics-why-policy-matters/ Other...
2024-10-031h 44The Freethinking PodcastsFighting Marxism on Campus and in Polics | W/ Dr. Owen AndersonDr. Owen Anderson joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss what Marxism is and how it has infiltrated every day life and especially the school system and what he is doing to fight back in the name of loving his neighbor and standing for Jesus Christ and Gospel. Find Dr. Owen Anderson's work here: Substack: https://drowenanderson.substack.com/ Clear Truth Media: https://cleartruthmedia.com/t/491/owen-anderson Website: https://drowenanderson.com/about/ X: @dr_owenanderson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrOwenAnderson ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ We...
2024-10-011h 37The Freethinking PodcastsTrump Was Nearly Assassinated - How Do We Respond?Donald Trump was nearly assassinated, what are some factors that led to this and some security breaches that were made? Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they converse with The Faithiest Atheist (Richard Suttles) about what went down and how we should respond. Faithiest Atheist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FaithiestAtheist
2024-07-161h 04The Freethinking PodcastsJesus Contradicted w/ Dr. Mike LiconaDo the gospel's contain contradictions? If they do, does that mean they are full of errors? Join Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they interview Michael Licona on his new book Jesus Contradicted. Dr. Michael R. Licona joins Dr. Timothy Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss his most recent book, Jesus Contradicted. Why the gospels tell the same story differently. But not EVERYONE is a fan of this book... We dive deep into the book, its goal, and objections and concerns about the book with Dr. Licona himself. We...
2024-06-252h 41The Freethinking PodcastsAddressing The "T" During Pride MonthDr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Alycia Wood of Apologetics Inc. to discuss the T in LGBT and how to address it as Christians and within the culture at large. Follow Alycia's Work at Apologetics Inc: https://apologetics.org/alycia-wood/ Twitter: https://x.com/AlyciaWood88 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyciaWood88 Alycia Wood on Intersex: https://apologetics.org/what-is-intersex-and-what-does-it-mean-for-the-transgender-conversation/ Articles Referenced in Video by Josh Klein: https://freethinkingministries.com/3-conversations-and-how-to-have-them/ https://freethinkingministries.com/the-new-cultural-christianity/ ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://f...
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The Freethinking PodcastsTrump Found Guilty? | FTMonthly #12In our first LIVE FTMonthly we have been thrown a wrench, instead of addressing the Pope and a Pride Month nature show we discuss the most recent in our unfortunate political landscape... Josh is joined by Dr. Tim Stratton and a lawyer (who has never voted for Trump) to analyze the most recent Trump legal verdict in a hush money case in New York City... The case is seedy, disturbing and despicable but... was it really Illegal? How should we as Christians process this? Does this change any of the calculus...
2024-05-311h 42The Freethinking PodcastsDismantling Arguments and CultureJoin Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they tackle recent arguments made against Dr. Stratton's "Alien Gospel" video with Phil Bair and as they look at cultural issues across the spectrum... from Red Heifer and End Times, to the war in Israel and even tackling Mark Driscoll and the stripper controversy... And doing all of this LIVE! We'll answer questions and comments too! Links Discussed: Mark Driscoll: https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/1779660848933560503 https://x.com/Protestia/status/1780077024603685367 Israel and Hamas and Iran: https://x.com/JoshRKlein...
2024-04-171h 50The Freethinking PodcastsA Moral Obligation to Vote For... Trump?In this episode Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss some objections and reactions to a recent article released on @FreethinkingMinistries website called A Moral Obligation to Vote for an Immoral Candidate. Check out the article: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immoral-candidate/ Shenvi Blog debate with Mason: https://shenviapologetics.com/dialogue-with-bradly-mason-part-1/ (All 12 parts linked at the bottom) Captain American Nationalist: https://freethinkingministries.com/captain-american-nationalist/ ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethi...
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The Freethinking PodcastsDissecting Jordan Peterson's We Who Struggle With God | FTMonthly #9In this episode of FTMonthly I (Josh Klein) am joined by the founder of FreeThinking Ministries, Dr. Tim Stratton, as we break down Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's appearance in Omaha, Nebraska on his upcoming book We Who Wrestle with God. We analyze the evening, ask questions about Jordan's faith and interpretation of scripture as well as his diagnosis of culture and more. Notes: We Who Wrestle With God book: https://a.co/d/hiEtzIW Dr. Jordan Peterson's YouTube Channel: @JordanBPeterson Jonathan Pageau's YouTube Channel: @JonathanPageau Peterson Gets Emotional About Christ's Incarnation: https...
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The Freethinking PodcastsBig Issues, Big Answers | FTMonthly #5 W/ Josh KleinIn this month's episode we explore the moral equivalence being pushed on the Israeli-Hamas conflict, Andy Stanley's equivocation on biblical sexuality, whether celebrating Halloween is a sin and special guest Tim Stratton joins us to discuss his supposed vendetta against Calvinism. Links: Andy Stanley Links Josh Klein on Andy Stanley: https://freethinkingministries.com/the-curious-case-of-andy-stanley/ Andy Stanley sermon: https://julieroys.com/audio-of-andy-stanleys-unpublished-sermon-addressing-controversial-lgbtq-conference/ HonestYouthPastor Review: https://www.youtube.com/live/yQCPN0xoB2A?si=9dCpGt3HAexoNwRk Dr. Michael Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-UjzHVzt3c ...
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The Freethinking PodcastsAliens and Progressivism? | FTMonthly #3 W/ Josh KleinIn this episode we look at the Church's preparation for our cultural future, aliens, a post-Christian culture and... Deconstruction that leads to progressivism. Links: Jessica's Story: https://youtu.be/ZRnaG9y5wK8?si=foLy5d0apSt5nhRg What if Aliens are Real (Tim Stratton): https://freethinkingministries.com/what-if-aliens-exist/ Do 60% of Christians between the ages of 18-40 believe Jesus is not the only way to salvation?: https://www.christianpost.com/news/60-of-young-adults-say-jesus-isnt-the-only-way-to-salvation.html Thrill of Orthodoxy Book: https://a.co/d/ifjooPH ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com
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