My name is Jordan and I love exploring analytic Christian philosophy and theology. I interview professional philosophers, theologians, and biblical scholars on their published work. Watching/listening to this podcast will expose you to a wide range of topics, and challenge you to think more deeply about what you believe and why you believe it, whether you are a Christian or not.
What If Protestants AND Catholics Are Wrong About Salvation?
I'm joined by Dr. Matthew Bates to his recent book, "Beyond the Salvation Wars: Why Both Protestants and Catholics Must Reimagine How We Are Saved" linked below.https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Salvation-Wars-Protestants-Catholics/dp/1540961737/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bA_aMC5JbBDl4LRH_2HpsCTgJLNgYEQYXoOLlviN0jyydLx_lxCoUf2esWk6FySsLPEg4kLV6QqGzkKCIPQ6IrcQvoTDqwkymRKro4fOnfc.sVNakTrFgKlPhygXZQ6T6XgXKXMKlvsjW06j7y9WpXM&dib_tag=se&hvadid=713541891727&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014321&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=13710165099483574680--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=13710165099483574680&hvtargid=kwd-2327802791462&hydadcr=22565_13730680&keywords=beyond+the+salvation+wars&mcid=cef4a76d9cdc38f98b0bfa5ee7c5e253&qid=1754883833&sr=8-10:00 Intro0:47 Is Unity Realistic?7:07 What is the Gospel Allegiance Model?12:44 What Do Protestants & Catholics Get Right & Wrong About the Gospel?21:42 What Role Does Baptism Play in Salvation?41:25 Rethinking Justification, Sanctification, & Good WorksI am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down currently about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com
13 Sept 2025
Is It Better for Christians to Die Young and Go to Heaven Sooner?
Dr. Taylor Cyr joined me to discuss his paper, "A Puzzle About Death's Badness: Can Death Be Bad for the Paradise-Bound?" published in the International Journal for the Philosophy of Religion. The link to the paper is below.https://philarchive.org/rec/CYRAPA-20:00 – Intro00:44 Exploring the Puzzle02:27 Common Assumptions and Intuitive Beliefs03:56 Temporal Life vs. Eternal Paradise05:04 Unsatisfactory Answers to the Puzzle09:22 Pro Tanto Bad and Emotional Responses13:22 Proposed Solutions to the Puzzle22:00 Exploring the Paradox of Death and Grief23:17 Theological Implications of Prolonged Life25:43 Purgatory: A Deeper Dive30:30 Protestant Perspectives on Purgatory34:28 Metaphysical Views on Death and Resurrection38:25 Levels of Paradise: A New Perspective43:17 Final ThoughtsI am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com
13 Sept 2025
Hell Isn’t What You Think – A New Model That Changes Everything
Dr. Zachary Manis joined me to discuss his book, "Thinking Through the Problem of Hell: The Divine Presence Model."Link to the bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Through-Problem-Hell-Presence/dp/166677143000:00 Intro00:55 Exploring the Problem of Justice02:27 Counterarguments to the Problem of Justice19:15 The Problem of Coercion24:12 The Problem of Love27:04 Misguided Solutions to the Problem of Hell34:00 The Divine Presence Model46:25 The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit and Providence47:21 The Role of Tradition in Interpreting Core Doctrines48:34 Debating the Doctrine of Hell50:31 Divine Processions and Church History57:20 Introducing the Divine Presence Model of Hell59:53 Philosophical and Theological Implications01:07:31 Biblical Support for the Divine Presence Model01:15:03 Addressing Common Objections01:33:43 Final Thoughts and Reflections
I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons in recent months, giving is down about $125/month. Please consider becoming a patron for $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com
10 Jul 2025
This NEW Theodicy Explains Why Nature Is So Cruel
I'm joined by Dr. Brian Cutter and Dr. Philip Swenson to discuss their forthcoming article titled, "The Omission Theodicy" linked below.https://philarchive.org/rec/CUTTOT0:00 Intro1:01 What is a Subsumption Theodicy?10:27 What is the Omission Theodicy?15:42 Objection 1- Why Not Cut Out the Middle Man?20:31 Objection 2- It’s Not Worth the Cost23:46 Objection 3- What About Sufferer Centered Requirements?27:46 Objection 4- It’s Ad hoc with Wild & Implausible Speculations30:57 Objection 5- This Doesn't Fit With the Bible36:36 Advantages of the Omission Theodicy Over Other Theodicies53:21 Jordan's Final Thoughts on the Theodicy56:27 A Lingering QuestionLinks to two interview with Dr. Philip Swenson on objections to free will theodicieshttps://youtu.be/-QbYRxcz_qc?si=dlMWZc5426EjBjoIhttps://youtu.be/Wu7Vw6iDSgs?si=WFhYKTG7tIN4Fo21I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down currently about $150/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com
10 Jul 2025
Two Views on The Bible, Science, and Human Origins
In this episode, two Christian scholars, Dr. Peter Enns and Dr. William Lane Craig, discuss differing views on the historicity of Adam and Eve. 00:00 Adam and Eve - Mere Fiction or Reality?00:37 What’s at Stake? (Dr. Enns)01:46 What's at Stake? (Dr. Craig)06:44 Agreement & Disagreement on What's at Sake09:42 Ad- Career Mentorship Program (Christians for Impact)11:11 What is the Genre of Genesis 1-11? (Dr. Enns)17:47 What is the Genre of Genesis 1-11? (Dr. Craig)25:01 Disagreement on Use of Genealogies as Indications of Historicity36:25 What did the Apostle Paul think about the Historicity of Adam and Eve? (Dr. Enns)41:04 What did the Apostle Paul think about the Historicity of Adam and Eve? (Dr. Craig)44:27 Disagreement on the Doctrine of Inspiration46:50 How does the Science of Human Origins bear on the Historicity of Adam and Eve?52:56 Jordan's Summary of the Discussion54:28 Dr. Enn's Concluding Thoughts56:03 Dr. Craig's Concluding Thoughts56:20 Which Video to Watch NextLink to FREE Career Mentorship Programhttps://bit.ly/3YEziAzLink to Dr. Enns bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Evolution-Adam-Bible-Doesnt-Origins/dp/158743315XLink to Dr. Craig's bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Quest-Historical-Adam-Scientific-Exploration/dp/080287911X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17MKDKJCCM8R3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ql0XKZFADeK2oT474qXQSRQAovkKXUBbaPdEGiazO8TNsXnf1MxjxY2ps_UHZ4OIluNkeZzQFudh7n-NHDV29sw0j7f1UhlmhI5edaw0AORTCeMI70pq0ruTim4MQOJ2t5WSnTE0BZw5ZaRJWBgk7fzAf29iaFYMTB01W0gwrAk.tiCoFwpXJF-N68sftSKR9S0DT32PXRXelWCNFbmvSnY&dib_tag=se&keywords=william+lane+craig+historical+adam&qid=1735012818&s=books&sprefix=william+lane+craig+historical+adam%2Cstripbooks%2C110&sr=1-1Please consider supporting this ministry by becoming a patron. Go to https://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future interviews, email me at theanalyticchristian@gmail.com
10 Jul 2025
What Genesis 1-3 REALLY Means - You've Been Reading it Wrong
Dr. John H. Walton joined me to discuss the updates to his book on the Lost World of Genesis One.Link to the bookhttps://www.amazon.com/New-Explorations-Lost-World-Genesis/dp/1514004917/ref=asc_df_1514004917?mcid=0396e0d0e7ec3714bd5d628e5bd2d8ed&hvocijid=16802412791478193463-1514004917-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16802412791478193463&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9014313&hvtargid=pla-2281435179098&psc=1I am in need of your financial support. After losing several patrons recently, giving is down about $150/month. Please consider becoming a patron for as $5, $10, or $25 per month. To partner with me go tohttps://www.patreon.com/theanalyticchristianIf you have questions or suggestions for future videos, please email me attheanalyticchristian[at]gmail[dot]com
9 Apr 2025
Want to Learn Metaphysics?...START HERE!!
Dr. Justin Mooney, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, shares five essential books for individuals eager to delve into metaphysics, offering a foundational understanding of the subject in this interview.
9 Apr 2025
Can AI Have a Soul? The Answer Will SHOCK You!
Philosopher Brian Cutter explores the AI ensoulment hypothesis, weighing key assumptions and arguments for whether artificial intelligence can possess a soul in this interview.
9 Apr 2025
Knowing A Lot About God ≠ Knowing God
Dr. Matthew Benton, philosophy professor, explores the difference between intellectual knowledge of God and a personal relationship with God in this interview.
9 Apr 2025
Want to Learn Ethics???...START HERE!!
Dustin Crummett, Executive Director of the Insect Institute, shares eighteen book recommendations for learning ethics, beginning with introductory texts and progressing to advanced readings in this interview.
9 Apr 2025
The Terrifying Truth About Moral Luck (You’re Not as Free as You Think!)
Host discusses moral luck with Dr. Garrett Pendergraft, Pepperdine University philosophy professor, exploring its impact on free will and human agency, and examining responses to the problem in this interview.
8 Apr 2025
The Doctrine of the Eucharist: What Really Happens to the Bread and Wine?
Host interviews Dr. James Arcardi, analytic theologian and anglican priest, who explains the Christian doctrine of the Eucharist, exploring various interpretations of the bread and wine.
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