Season 1
Christians and Technology, Part 3: Technology and Self-Sufficiency—Reflecting on Dependence
How often do we let technology trick us into believing we're self-sufficient, drifting away from our dependence on God? In this episode of PREPPED, join our host, James Spencer. PhD, as we dig into this deep and sometimes unc...
Christians and Technology, Part 2: Misunderstanding Progress
True progress isn't just about the latest tech or societal milestones; it's about aligning with a higher purpose. Today, on PREPPED, join host James Spencer, PhD, as he challenges the conventional definitions of success, expl...
Christians and Technology, Part 1: Just Because We Can, Doesn't Mean We Should
Can technological advancement pull us away from our divine purpose? In this episode of PREPPED, James Spencer, PhD, is exploring how technology shapes our spiritual journey, using the Tower of Babel as a framework to examine ...
Unrestrained and Unguided: A Fresh Take on the Tower of Babel
Could it be possible that the Tower of Babel story isn’t really about the tower itself at all? Today on PREPPED, James Spencer, PhD, is challenging the conventional interpretations of Genesis 11, revealing that the real lesso...
Sons of God, Daughters of Men, and Nephilim
What if Genesis 6:1-4 holds the key to understanding humanity’s ancient struggle against divine order? In this episode of PREPPED, join us as James Spencer, PhD, unpacks one of the most enigmatic passages in Scripture, explor...
The Biblical Flood
Was the biblical flood truly global, or have we misunderstood its scope? In this episode of PREPPED, join James Spencer, PhD, in taking a fresh look at Genesis 6–9, challenging our traditional interpretations, and exploring t...
Discipleship and Christian Resistance
Is your life more aligned with the world’s distractions or with God’s will? In this episode of PREPPED, we explore discipleship as an act of defiance—an intentional pull away from societal conventions to focus on imitating Ch...
Obedience and Discipleship
Obedience isn't just about following rules; it's a journey into understanding the very essence of our relationship with God. In this episode of PREPPED, James Spencer, PhD, challenges the transactional myths surrounding obedi...
Evangelicalism, Exvangelicalism, and Deconstruction: Why Good Theology is the Answer
Unravel the complexities of modern Christianity with James Spencer, PhD, in today’s episode of PREPPED as we unpack the rise of exvangelicalism, the cultural forces shaping modern deconstruction, and the critical role of God’...
Cain and Abel or Cain and God? Worshipping God on Our Terms
What if the story of Cain and Abel isn’t just about sibling rivalry but rather a cautionary tale of worship gone astray? In this episode of PREPPED, James Spencer, PhD, unpacks the complex relationship between Cain and God in...
Ambiguity, Misinterpretation, and Self-Determination: Considering the Fall
Is it possible that we have misunderstood the serpent’s role in Genesis 3? In this thought-provoking episode, James Spencer, PhD, challenges preconceived notions about the serpent in the Garden of Eden, peeling back the layer...
A Suitable Helper? Considering the Meaning of Ezer
What if the Hebrew word "Ezer" in Genesis 2 reveals strength and partnership rather than subservience? In this episode of PREPPED, James Spencer, PhD uncovers the profound implications of this term and its role in reshaping o...
What Does It Mean to Be Made in God's Image?
What if understanding your true identity as an image-bearer of God could transform your life? In this thought-provoking episode, James Spencer, PhD explores the profound implications of being made in the image of God—a timele...
Creation, Temple, and the Beatific Vision
What if the sacred spaces of the Bible could transform your understanding of worship and God’s presence? In this episode of PREPPED, join Dr. James Spencer on a remarkable journey from the Garden of Eden to the New Jerusalem,...
What Creation Tells Us About God: Sovereignty, Wisdom, and Benevolence
What if the opening chapters of Genesis offer more than just a historical account—what if they reveal profound truths about our relationship with God? In our debut episode of PREPPED, Dr. James Spencer invites you to step bey...
Jesus and the Mission of the Church
In this episode James interviews Greg Finke who leads Dwelling 1:14 ( www.dwelling114..org ). They discuss the incarnation, Jesus's mission, and the way that Christians can offer testimony about God and the gospel in the mids...
The Sanctity of Life and Pro-Love Ministries with Pam Whitehead
In this episode of Thinking Christian, guest host Maggie Hubbard continues her conversation with Pam Whitehead. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/co...
The Sanctity of Human Life: Abortion, Pro-Love Ministries, and Pam Whitehead
In this episode of Thinking Christian, our guest host Maggie Hubbard begins the first part of her conversation with Pam Whitehead about her experience with abortion. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inqui...
The Sanctity of Life and Medical Assistance In Dying- Considering Canada’s MAID Policy
This episode is a replay of a conversation between James Spencer and Maggie Hubbard last year on the changes Canada made to its Medical Assistance in Dying policies. As we think about the Sanctity of Human Life and the vari...
Ministering to Christian Men with Brian Doyle
In this episode, guest host Maggie Hubbard talks with Brian Doyle from Iron Sharpens Iron. Bryan describes his ministry and talks about the importance of men in the body of Christ. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudi...
Be Fruitful: A Biblical Discussion about the Sanctity of Human Life
In this episode, James and Richard discuss the sanctity of human life through the lens of Genesis and various other biblical passages. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunit...
Thinking Christian about the Church
In this episode, James and Richard talk about church membership, why it’s important, and some of the factors that may lead people away from participating in a local congregation. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio....
Does God Change? Can God Learn? A Theological Discussion
In this episode, Dr. James Spencer and Richard Beattie discuss the issue of God and change. The address issues related to God and time and the way that learning suggests a deficiency in God's knowledge. They also talk about t...
The Joy of Christmas- Reading The Story of Jesus’s Birth in Luke’s Gospel
In this episode, Dr. James Spencer reads the Christmas Story from the Gospel of Luke followed by a few thoughts on Luke’s narrative and the way God brings all things together. James and Richard Beattie also discuss joy and Ch...