Foundational U

About Foundational U

Welcome to Foundational U with Dr. Dean Hackett. We are so glad that you joined us for today's podcast. We strive to lay a strong foundation for many generations. You can find out more about Dr. Dean, read his blog, and find more episodes at fdeanhackett.com.

Publisher

Dean Hackett

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jun 2022

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

142 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Did Jesus Really Exist? The Historical Evidence for Christ

   Did Jesus Christ really exist, or was He simply a figure created by religious tradition? Can we trust the historical record surrounding His life, crucifixion, and resurrection? In this episode of Foundational U, I examine the historical evidence for Jesus Christ and address claims that His existence is uncertain or that the accounts of His life are merely mythological. I'll look at references to Jesus in the writings of ancient historians and other sources, including Tacitus, Josephus, Pliny the Younger, and the Babylonian Talmud. We'll also consider early Christian writings and the testimony recorded by the Apostle Paul concerning the resurrection of Jesus and the many people who saw Him alive after His crucifixion. But this question is about more than whether Jesus existed as a historical person. Who was He, and why does His identity matter? The Christian faith rests on the truth of who Jesus is, His death and resurrection, and the salvation He offers to humanity. Understanding the historical evidence helps us engage honestly with questions about the foundations of our faith. Join me as we examine the evidence and consider why Jesus Christ is more than a figure in history. In the next episode, we'll explore what makes Jesus Christ unique. Subscribe to Foundational U for biblical teaching, Christian apologetics, and thoughtful examination of the questions facing followers of Jesus Christ. 🎧 **Listen on Spotify:** https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp (https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp) 🌐 **Visit our website:** https://fdeanhackett.com (https://fdeanhackett.com) If this teaching encouraged you, please **Like**, **Subscribe**, and **Share** this video so more people can discover what the Bible teaches about following Jesus and becoming authentic disciples of Jesus Christ. Every week on **Foundational U with Dr. Dean Hackett**, we explore biblical truth, Christian discipleship, apologetics, Christian living, theology, and practical Bible teaching to help believers build a strong foundation in God's Word. #FollowingJesus #ChristianDiscipleship #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #JesusChrist

2. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Biblical Worldview vs. Humanism: Which One Shapes Your Life?

   What shapes the way you see the world? Your family, education, culture, and personal experiences, or the unchanging truth of God's Word? In this episode of Foundational U, I explore the difference between a biblical worldview and a humanistic worldview, and why the distinction matters for every area of our lives. In Judges 2, we read a sobering account of a generation that grew up without knowing the Lord or remembering what He had done for Israel. That warning challenges us to consider whether we're passing our faith to the next generation and teaching them to build their lives on biblical truth. I'll explain how humanism, materialism, rationalism, and relativism influence the way people understand truth, morality, identity, and purpose. Then we'll look at what a biblical worldview teaches us about God, creation, spiritual reality, absolute truth, and wisdom from above. We'll also explore Proverbs 4 and the vital relationship between knowledge, understanding, and wisdom: learning God's Word, understanding God's ways, and learning to see life's circumstances from His perspective. The question isn't simply what you believe. It's whether your beliefs are shaping your decisions according to God's truth. Join me as we consider why we need a biblical worldview and how we can live by the wisdom of God's Word. 📖 **Read the companion Substack article:**https://fdeanh.substack.com 🎧 **Listen on Spotify:** https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp (https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp) 🌐 **Visit our website:** https://fdeanhackett.com (https://fdeanhackett.com) If this teaching encouraged you, please **Like**, **Subscribe**, and **Share** this video so more people can discover what the Bible teaches about following Jesus and becoming authentic disciples of Jesus Christ. Every week on **Foundational U with Dr. Dean Hackett**, we explore biblical truth, Christian discipleship, apologetics, Christian living, theology, and practical Bible teaching to help believers build a strong foundation in God's Word. #FollowingJesus #ChristianDiscipleship #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #JesusChrist

3. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Without a Compass

   What happens when you face a crisis and realize you’ve lost your sense of direction? In the fall of 1979, I found myself lost on the slopes of Mount St. Helens after foolishly heading into the woods without my compass. Panic set in, and I desperately wanted to run, but I knew that running without knowing where I was would only make things worse. Instead, I stopped, prayed, remembered landmarks, and worked my way from one point of reference to another until I finally made it back to the road. That experience taught me something I believe applies directly to life. Many people facing a crisis don't know where to turn, so they run from one crisis into another, eventually living in fear, isolation, and emotional pain. But God has given us a compass. In this episode, I explore how God's Word provides the standard we need to make quality choices and build healthy relationships, and why we can't simply follow the values handed to us by family, education, media, peers, or culture. I also use the difference between grid north, magnetic north, and true north to explain why we need spiritual True North if we're going to live with wisdom, love, and joy. If you've ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure which direction to take, this episode is for you. This is Part 1. In the next episode, we'll explore how to follow True North. 📖 **Read the companion article:** https://fdeanhackett.com/are-you-following-the-right-compass/ (https://fdeanhackett.com/are-you-following-the-right-compass/) 🎧 **Listen on Spotify:** https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp (https://open.spotify.com/show/3aXQexmHXXGWFkWlPaRlnp) 🌐 **Visit our website:** https://fdeanhackett.com (https://fdeanhackett.com) If this teaching encouraged you, please **Like**, **Subscribe**, and **Share** this video so more people can discover what the Bible teaches about following Jesus and becoming authentic disciples of Jesus Christ. Every week on **Foundational U with Dr. Dean Hackett**, we explore biblical truth, Christian discipleship, apologetics, Christian living, theology, and practical Bible teaching to help believers build a strong foundation in God's Word. #FollowingJesus #ChristianDiscipleship #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #JesusChrist

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