Stuff Christians Should Think About

About Stuff Christians Should Think About

Stuff Christians Should Think About is a podcast show dedicated to helping Christians think biblically about life. Rather than telling listeners what to think, the goal is to encourage them to think carefully, critically, and faithfully as followers of Jesus Christ. Whether discussing current events, difficult questions, personal struggles, Christian leadership, culture, suffering, purpose, or eternity, each episode seeks to bring Scripture to bear on the issues that shape our daily lives.

Publisher

Ron Porter

Category

religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Sept 2025

Latest episode

10 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

41 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Nov 2026

   Are You Working Out Your Salvation?

   What did Paul mean when he instructed believers to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" (Philippians 2:12)? Was he teaching that salvation is earned through effort, or was he pointing to something deeper? In this episode, Ron explores one of the most misunderstood verses in the New Testament. Discover the difference between working for salvation and working out salvation, and learn how genuine faith is revealed through daily obedience, surrender, and spiritual growth. You'll hear why salvation is God's gift from beginning to end, yet believers are called to actively participate in the transforming work God is accomplishing within them. This encouraging message examines the partnership between God's power and our response, showing how Christians can pursue holiness without falling into either legalism or spiritual complacency.

2. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Jerusalem: At the Crux of Christianity, Judaism, & Islam

   Jerusalem: The Crux of Christianity, Judaism & Islam (Encore Presentation) Why has one city captivated the attention of the world for thousands of years? Why do Christians, Jews, and Muslims all regard Jerusalem as sacred? And why does this ancient city remain at the center of modern headlines and global conflict? In this special encore presentation from Ron Porter's audiobook Why Christianity: For Skeptics and Saints, Ron explores the remarkable history and significance of Jerusalem, a city unlike any other on earth. Listeners will discover the historical roots of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, their connections to Jerusalem, and the key beliefs that unite and divide these three great faiths. Along the way, Ron examines how this small city became one of the most influential and contested places in human history. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or simply curious about the world's major religions, this episode offers valuable insights into the city that continues to shape faith, culture, and world events. In This Episode • Why Jerusalem is sacred to Jews, Christians, and Muslims • The historical origins of the three Abrahamic faiths • Key similarities and differences between Christianity, Judaism, and Islam • How Jerusalem became a focal point of world history • Why the city remains significant in today's geopolitical landscape Featured Resource Why Christianity: For Skeptics and Saints by Ron Porter If you enjoy this episode, please follow, share, and leave a review to help others discover meaningful conversations about faith, truth, and the Christian worldview. Thank you for listening to Stuff Christians Should Think About.

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   26 Oct 2026

   Hezekiah's Diagnosis & Facing Our Mortality

   This episode is not about dwelling on fear or dark thoughts. Instead, it is about discovering what we can learn from one of the most honest and personal moments recorded in Scripture. Through King Hezekiah's experience, Ron's own cancer diagnosis, and an event in the life of a friend of Ron, who is an atheist, we'll explore questions that every person eventually faces: How do we respond when life is uncertain? What gives us hope when we are confronted with our own mortality? And how can faith, or the lack thereof, help navigate the fears and challenges that come with being human. My hope is that this discussion will encourage you, strengthen your faith, and inspire you to make the most of the life God has given you. Whether you are young or old, healthy or facing challenges of your own, I believe you'll find insights that are both practical and deeply meaningful. So join me as we examine the thoughts of Ron's atheist friend, his own experiences, and Hezekiah's remarkable story and discover lessons that can help us live with greater purpose, confidence, and hope.  Together, these stories reveal how different worldviews shape our thinking when confronted with our own mortality. Let's listen in as Ron unpacks the mindful struggles of King Hezekiah similar to some of us today.

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