Posts by Sean McDowell

Sean McDowell

Sean McDowell (Ph.D.) is an associate professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the Church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean travels throughout the United States and abroad, speaking at camps, churches, schools, universities, and conferences. He is the co-host for the Think Biblically podcast, and he has authored or edited over twenty books, including and . Sean hosts one of the leading apologetics blogs at , and he hosts some great conversations on his . Sean and his wife, Stephanie, have three children and live in San Juan Capistrano, CA.

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Think Biblically
Unnatural Death
with Richard Weikart
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 27, 2024
What can we learn from the history of euthanasia? What was the view of suicide and euthanasia in the ancient world of the Bible? How did the early...
The Good Book Blog
What Are the Best Questions for Meaningful Spiritual Conversations?
Sean McDowell — August 26, 2024
I love having conversations with people who see the world differently than me. If we treat people with kindness, charity and show a genuine...
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Cultural Update: Western Civilization's Need for Christianity; Abortion as a Social Good; Designer Babies
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 23, 2024
This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Western civilization's need for Christianity The rising celebration of abortion as a social good reflects a...
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Human Nature: A Vital Doctrine
with Katie McCoy
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 20, 2024
Humanity is perhaps the most pressing doctrinal issue today. Katie McCoy, co-author of the new book Humanity, believes that a proper understanding...
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Cultural Update: Olympians Share Their Faith, Vatican's New Stance on Patients in a Vegetative State, Updates on the Gender War in Britain, Choices of a Reverend Puts a Man on Death Row
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 16, 2024
This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Olympians Who Share Their Faith The Vatican Loosens Their Stance on Care for Patients in a Vegetative State...
The Good Book Blog
How Do You Become Better at Asking Meaningful Questions? 3 Quick Ideas
Sean McDowell — August 14, 2024
Do you want to make a lasting impact in the lives of other people? What is the best strategy to do this? It's simple. Ask questions. That's what...
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AI and the Future of Porn
with Christopher Lind
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 13, 2024
How is AI transforming human sexuality? How will AI change the way people create and consume pornography? And is the church ready? We talk with...
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Cultural Update: Birth rate decline, resurgence of syphilis, pregnancy resource centers
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 09, 2024
This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Birth rate decline: Is it a conservative or a progressive issue? Resurgence of syphilis in the U.S. Harassment...
The Good Book Blog
How Do We Have Important Conversations? 4 Practical Tips
Sean McDowell — August 07, 2024
We live in an angry and divided culture. This is true for politics, ethical issues, religion, and even sports. As a result, many people fear...
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Why the Bible Began
with Mike Thigpen
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — August 06, 2024
Usually we ask the question of how we got our Bible, but we rarely consider the question of why we got the Bible? Why did the various Biblical...
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While Time Remains
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — July 31, 2024
What was it like for a teenage girl to escape from North Korea and make it to the US? How did she adjust to life in the US as compared to North...
Winsome Conviction
Should Christians Use Preferred Pronouns
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — July 30, 2024
Should Christians use preferred pronouns? What is at stake in this question? How can Christians navigate relationships when people want them to...
Think Biblically
Christians and Preferred Pronouns: A Dialogue
with Tim Muehlhoff
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — July 23, 2024
Should Christians use preferred pronouns? What is at stake in this question? How can Christians navigate relationships when people want them to...
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Saving Civilization with Marriage
with Brad Wilcox
Sean McDowell — July 16, 2024
Why are healthy marriages so vital for a flourishing society? What factor best predicts a high-quality marriage? What are some of the most common...
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Bridging Beliefs: A Dialogue Between Christian and Atheist Perspectives
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — July 09, 2024
This week, we have an excerpt of a recent event that Sean participated in with atheist journalist Adam Davidson. The two dialogued about their...
The Good Book Blog
Stepping Into Another Person’s Perspective
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — July 03, 2024
What should you do when stuck in a disagreement? The more you talk, the worse it seems to get and distance grows between you and a family member,...
Winsome Conviction
Stepping Into Another Person's Perspective
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — July 03, 2024
Tim and Sean recently posted a brief article over on Talbot's Good Book Blog about what you should do when stuck in a disagreement...
Think Biblically
12 Crucial Truths of Christianity
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — July 02, 2024
What are the essential truths of the Christian faith? How do we know they are true, and how do we live them out in relationships? In this episode,...
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Cultural Update: Pro-Life Momentum; Pronouns in Private Schools; Anti-Semitism on Campuses; Listener Questions
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — June 28, 2024
This week, Scott & Sean discuss: Current struggles and internal conflicts within the pro-life movement after the Dobbs decision Implications of...
The Good Book Blog
4 Steps for Discerning the Times
Sean McDowell — June 26, 2024
One of the most powerful lessons I learned from my father is how to discern the times in which we live. He taught me how to look beneath issues of...
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Reclaiming the Historic Christian Faith
with Carl Trueman
Sean McDowell — June 25, 2024
Why is it so important that we reclaim the historic Christian faith in a culture dominated by individualism and identity politics? Join Sean for an...
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Cultural Update: Cultural Update: Ten Commandments in Schools; Title IX rules; Warning Labels for Social Media
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — June 21, 2024
This week, Sean and Scott discuss: Louisiana mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments, sparking legal debates and opposition. A...
Winsome Conviction
Navigating Minefield Conversations
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — June 19, 2024
Why do conversations today so often descend into unhealthy arguments and cancellation? Is it possible to have meaningful, positive conversations...
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Navigating Minefield Conversations
with Tim Muehlhoff
Sean McDowell, Timothy Muehlhoff — June 18, 2024
Why do conversations today so often descend into unhealthy arguments and cancellation? Is it possible to have meaningful, positive conversations on...
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Cultural Update: Canada's Online Harms Act; Compassionate Transfer in IVF; Toxic Masculinity
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — June 14, 2024
This week, Sean & Scott discuss: Canada's Online Harms Act : Potentially draconian free speech restrictions and the debate on its implications...