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  #228 Protestant vs. Eastern Orthodox Debate: Can Your Works Help Save You? 20.08.2026 10分

  Is salvation entirely God’s work—or must we cooperate with God to complete the process?In this Protestant vs. Eastern Orthodox debate clip, Joel Settecase presses a crucial question: are sinners justified by grace through faith alone, or must sacraments, good works, and participation in the life of the church contribute to salvation?The discussion quickly turns to deeper disagreements over theosis, synergism, James 2, the early church fathers, and the authority of church tradition. When Christians disagree about the Gospel, who gets the final word: Scripture or the historic church?Joel argues that the early church was never infallible. Even during the apostles’ lifetime, churches embraced false teaching and added works to the Gospel. That is why Paul appealed to God’s revealed word and declared any competing gospel anathema.This exchange gets to the heart of the Reformation divide: does God merely make salvation possible, or does He accomplish it completely as a free gift of grace?Go DeeperBecome the worldview leader your family and church need. Learn more about the Hammer & Anvil Society at https://thethink.institute/society.Pastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. Learn more at https://thethink.institute/forchurches.The Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry equipping believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner.
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  #227 The Question Atheism Can’t Answer About Science | Christian vs. Atheist 17.08.2026 8分

  Can science stand on its own—or does the scientific enterprise depend on God?In this Christian vs. atheist debate clip, Joel Settecase presses into a foundational question: what must be true before scientific investigation is even possible?Science depends on an orderly universe, consistent natural laws, reliable human reasoning, and the expectation that the future will resemble the past. But can atheism account for those realities—or does it simply assume them?This exchange goes deeper than the usual “faith versus science” debate. The real question is which worldview can explain why science works at all. Christianity does not oppose scientific investigation. It provides the foundation for it: a rational God created an orderly world, sustains it faithfully, and made human beings capable of studying it.Watch this Christian and atheist test their opposing worldviews against one of modern culture’s most trusted authorities: science.Go DeeperBecome the worldview leader your family and church need. Learn more about the Hammer & Anvil Society at https://thethink.institute/society.Pastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. Learn more at https://thethink.institute/forchurches.The Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry equipping believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner.
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  #226 How Christians Should Respond to “That’s Homophobic” 13.08.2026 11分

  What does the word “homophobic” actually mean—and why is it so effective at shutting down conversations?In this episode, Joel Settecase examines the clever trap hidden inside this emotionally charged label. When Christians affirm the Bible’s teaching about sex and marriage, they are often accused of fear, hatred, or prejudice before their actual beliefs are even considered.But name-calling is not an argument.You’ll learn how the word “homophobic” can smuggle unproven assumptions into a conversation, shift attention away from the real moral question, and pressure Christians into silence. You’ll also discover how to slow the conversation down, ask clarifying questions, expose the faulty reasoning, and respond with both biblical conviction and genuine compassion.Christians are called neither to compromise God’s truth nor to treat their neighbors with contempt. We must speak the truth in love, recognize the dignity of every person made in God’s image, and remain faithful to the authority of Jesus Christ.Go DeeperMen who want to become the worldview leaders their families and churches need are invited to join the Hammer & Anvil Society. https://thethink.institute/societyPastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. https://thethink.institute/forchurchesThe Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry. Your financial partnership helps equip believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #225 Can We Really Trust the Bible? 10.08.2026 1時間 36分

  Can we really trust the Bible—or is it merely a collection of ancient stories that has been changed over time?In this episode, Joel Settecase explains why Christians can confidently receive the Bible as the true, authoritative, and preserved word of God. You’ll learn what makes Scripture unlike every other religious book, how its 66 books present one unified message, and why archaeology and manuscript evidence support its historical reliability.Joel also addresses common objections, including:• “The Bible is just a book of fairy tales.”• “It has been corrupted through centuries of copying.”• “The books of the Bible were chosen by later church councils.”• “The Bible is no different from the Quran, the Book of Mormon, or other religious texts.”You’ll discover what the Dead Sea Scrolls reveal about the preservation of the Old Testament, how the early church recognized the books of the New Testament, and why textual variants do not undermine any essential Christian doctrine.The episode also explores the “impossibility of the contrary”: attempts to disprove Scripture must rely on logic, morality, and the orderly nature of the universe—realities that only make sense within the biblical worldview.Ultimately, defending the Bible is not merely about winning an argument. It is about pointing people to Jesus Christ. Scripture reveals that we have sinned against a holy God, but Jesus died for sinners, was buried, rose from the dead, and now offers forgiveness and eternal life to everyone who repents and believes.This was a talk I gave at Hope Reformed Baptist Church in Coram, NY. Special thanks to Pastor Anthony Uvenio and the people of HRBC!Go DeeperMen who want to become the worldview leaders their families and churches need are invited to join the Hammer & Anvil Society. https://thethink.institute/societyPastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. https://thethink.institute/forchurchesThe Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry. Your financial partnership helps equip believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner.
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  #224 How to Answer Any Objection to Christianity (Apologetics Explained) 06.08.2026 1時間 35分

  What do you say when someone tells you, “I’m glad your faith works for you, but I would need convincing evidence before I could believe”?Many Christians want to share the Gospel but feel unprepared for the objections that follow. In this live teaching, Joel Settecase explains how ordinary believers can obey 1 Peter 3:15 by becoming bridge builders—identifying the obstacles that keep people from Christ and responding with biblical truth, gentleness, and respect.You’ll learn:• What apologetics means and why every Christian—not merely pastors, scholars, or professional debaters—is called to defend the faith.• The three major kinds of objections you will encounter: scriptural, situational, and soul objections.• How Satan, sin, and the suppression of truth influence the unbeliever’s thinking.• Why prayer and persuasion are essential tools for spiritual conversations.• How the Apostle Paul built a bridge from the Athenians’ beliefs to the resurrection of Jesus in Acts 17.• How to use personal experience, thoughtful questions, memorable stories, and Scripture to answer challenges.• Why the Gospel—not merely winning an argument—must remain the destination of every apologetic conversation.Apologetics is not about treating unbelievers like enemies to be defeated. It is about compassionately clearing away obstacles so they can see Jesus Christ more clearly. We cannot cause anyone to repent or believe, but God can use our faithful words as He draws people to Himself.Be ready. Pray for the people God has placed in your life. Ask good questions. Take every thought captive to obey Christ—and trust the Holy Spirit with the results.This is a talk I gave at Harborview Christian Church in Port Jefferson on Long Island, NY. Special thanks to Pastor Jason Contino and the people of HVCC! Go DeeperMen who want to become the worldview leaders their families and churches need are invited to join the Hammer & Anvil Society. https://thethink.institute/soceityPastors and church leaders can bring practical worldview and apologetics training to their congregations through The Think Institute. https://thethink.institute/forchurchesThe Think Institute is a Christian nonprofit ministry. Your financial partnership helps equip believers to explain, share, and defend the Christian message. Give now at https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #223 Protestant vs. Roman Catholic DEBATE: Joel Settecase vs. Andrew from DragonFistTV 23.07.2026 2時間 25分

  What are the real differences between Evangelical Protestantism and Roman Catholicism? Why do these differences matter for the gospel, authority, salvation, the church, and the Christian life?Join us for a serious, lively, and respectful conversation with Joel from The Think Institute and Andrew from DragonFistTV as we dive into one of the most important theological discussions in the Christian world today.Stay until the end if you want to hear the LIVE Q&A.Watch my whole Apologetics Answers playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfSpUNYR5qo6sv8Pk8x0tmaq8lLQHHlTm&si=FlnSB-pBhZ6SSaJE
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  #222 Orthobro vs. Protestant Christian Debate Over Scripture: Who Has Final Authority? 20.07.2026 29分

  An Eastern Orthodox caller asks, “On what standard do you say Orthodoxy is false?” Joel Settecase turns the authority question back around, pressing whether councils, synods, Church Fathers, and tradition can define their own limits. This intense theology and apologetics exchange ends with a clear Gospel presentation: salvation by grace alone through faith in Jesus Christ alone, according to the Bible alone.===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #221 Debate: Protestant vs. Eastern Orthodox Who Says Salvation Is Synergistic (Here’s the Problem) 16.07.2026 25分

  Can the Orthobro movement survive scrutiny?Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #220 The Logic and God Question: Christian vs. Atheist Debate 13.07.2026 23分

  In this short debate, Joel Settecase (Christian) uses presuppositional apologetics to attack atheism to the glory of Jesus Christ.===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #219 Apologetics in Action: Gnostic Says Christianity Failed Him—Christian Presuppositional Apologist Responds 09.07.2026 28分

  Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #218 Protestant vs. Orthodox Debate: He Says He’s Not a Bible Guy 06.07.2026 20分

  Joel Settecase (Protestant) debates an Orthodox who says he is "not a Bible guy." Yikes!Welcome to Think Debates. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #217 Christian vs. Atheist Debate: He Questions Demons and Ends Up Challenging Knowledge Itself 02.07.2026 22分

  Joel Settecase (Christian) debated an atheist who asked a question about demons. Listen to apologetics in action, as we vindicate the truth of the Christian message. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #216 Trinitarian vs Unitarian Debate: “You’re Not a Christian” 29.06.2026 28分

  Joel Settecase (Trinitarian Christian) puts presuppositional apologetics into practice in this respectful debate vs. a Unitarian. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #215 He Questioned God’s Law In this Debate—Then He Got the Hard Truth About Sin 26.06.2026 34分

  "What about Leviticus?" Joel Settecase (Christian) debates a non-Christian about Old Covenant Law. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #214 Protestant vs. Oriental Orthodox Debate: He Tried to Destroy Sola Scriptura—Then Refuted Himself 22.06.2026 26分

  How many times have you heard a Protestant Christian debate an Oriental Orthodox? Welcome to Think Debates. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #213 Debate: Atheist Asks “If Jesus Is God, How Can He Be Human?” Presuppositional Apologist Responds 18.06.2026 30分

  Joel Settecase (Christian) debates Zerotarian the Atheist. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #212 Atheist vs. Christian Debate Ends When This Question Gets Asked | Presuppositional Apologetics 16.06.2026 21分

  Joel Settecase faced off against an atheist in this epic debate. Welcome to Think Debates. ===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #211 Atheist vs. Presuppositionalist Debate—He Challenges God’s Existence… Then the Debate Turns Personal. 11.06.2026 21分

  Joel Settecase (Christian) debates an atheist who called in.===================================================Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #210 Naturalist Tries to Debunk ‘3 Laws of Logic’—Then Gets Forced to Define Logic! (Debate) 08.06.2026 33分

  Joel Settecase and Jerry (Twitchy Theologian) debate an Agnostic on the topic of logic. =====Download your free apologetics guide here: https://thethink.institute/store/p/transcendental-argument-for-god-tag-cheat-sheet-downloadable-pdf Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? Join the Hammer & Anvil Society. We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/society===========================================================Think Debates is a ministry of the Think Institute, NFP. We rely on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Your financial contributions help equip Christian fathers and their families with the education, resources and community needed to stand firm on God’s word in today’s challenging climate. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner
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  #209 The Question Reformed Christians Can't Let Roman Catholics Dodge, PLUS Apologetics Q&A 04.06.2026 1時間 10分

  Tonight we’re tackling one of the biggest questions in Apologetics, Theology, and the Protestant/Roman Catholic debate: How do you know the Bible is from God? Roman Catholics often ask Protestants, “If two Christians interpret Scripture differently, who decides?” But does Rome actually solve that problem, or merely move it back a step? Unless the pope has given an infallible interpretation of a specific passage, the Roman Catholic still has to interpret Scripture, tradition, councils, catechisms, and magisterial documents for himself—and even when Rome speaks, he still has to interpret Rome. I’ll address this from a Reformed, presuppositional worldview, then take your live theology, Bible, Church, evangelism, and Christian worldview questions for 30 minutes.Watch my whole Apologetics Answers playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfSpUNYR5qo6sv8Pk8x0tmaq8lLQHHlTm&si=FlnSB-pBhZ6SSaJE==============================♱ SUBSTACK: Read weekly articles to help you learn and grow: https://thethinkinstitute.substack.com/♱ CHURCH TRAINING: Bring an IMPACTFUL weekend training event to your church or ministry ➡️ https://thethink.institute/forchurches♱ SOCIETY: Christian men get equipped for their Christian life, in community. Try out the Hammer & Anvil Society now. Go to https://thethink.institute/society.The easiest method for teaching your kids the faith we can help you learn (catechism): https://thethink.institute/catakids Men: Want to become the worldview leader your family and church need? We provide in-depth education and community for Christian men: https://thethink.institute/societyMy name is Joel Settecase. I'm the president of The Think Institute, NFP. The Think Institute relies on the generous support of our Ministry Partners to pursue our mission. Thank you for your help in preparing thousands of regular believers to explain, share and defend the Christian message all over the world.The Think Institute, NFP is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-3225438). Donations to The Think Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.Donate now: https://thethink.institute/partner🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6089729572339712