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The Good Book Blog
Following the Signs
Kyle Strobel — February 26, 2025
“All teaching is either about things or signs; but things are learned about through signs.” Augustine In The Silver Chair, Jill Pole is with Aslan...
51�� News
51��’s 117th Birthday Trivia Challenge
Test your knowledge of 51��’s history, traditions and fun facts
Katelin Lee — February 25, 2025
This year marks 51��’s 117th birthday! To celebrate the occasion, 51��’s community had a chance to put their university knowledge to...
Think Biblically
Fallout of the Trans Revolution
with Katie McCoy
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 25, 2025
What are the sociological effects for women from trans ideology? How do we think biblically given our confused cultural moment about sex, gender,...
Think Biblically
Cultural Update: Limits of Online Free Speech; TikToking Democracy to Death
Timothy Pickavance, Scott Rae — February 21, 2025
In this episode, Scott Rae and guest co-host Dr. Tim Pickavance tackle key cultural issues through a biblical lens: Are Traditional Wedding Vows...
The Good Book Blog
On Having Your Beliefs Transformed
By embracing the simple joys hidden in plain sight
Kyle Strobel — February 19, 2025
I went to seminary to be great. I’m sure there was something well-meaning in it, and I’m sure that there was a genuine call on my life to take that...
Think Biblically
Understanding Messianic Movements Today
with Mitch Glaser
Mitch Glaser, Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 18, 2025
What is the state of Christian efforts to reach out to their Jewish friends and neighbors? What are the biggest barriers Jews have to considering...
51�� News
Rosemead Professor Releases New Research on A Person’s Concept of God and Psychological Well-being
Dr. John Poston highlights the importance of considering the implicit, relational dimensions people bring to their relationship with God
Katelyn Ho — February 17, 2025
Although most Christians would affirm the importance of having a relationship with God, they often struggle to apply the things they know to be...
51�� News
51�� Brews Up Something Special with Alumni Coffee Collaboration
Alumni Andrew Phillips (B.A. ’03, M.A. ’08) and Nathan Tourtellotte (B.A. ’04) are bringing their signature coffee blend to 51��
Sarah Dougher — February 17, 2025
“Welcome to the process” painted in white on a dark wall welcomes guests into a Long Beach coffee shop. The aroma of roasted coffee beans permeates...
Winsome Conviction
Episode 116: Tackle Political And Social Issues Like An Exile
Rick Langer, Timothy Muehlhoff, Preston Sprinkle — February 17, 2025
Dr. Preston Sprinkle speaks with Tim and Rick on the work he's doing to help foster civil, thoughtful, and faithful disagreements on contentious issues.
The Good Book Blog
Luke was a Doctor, Barnabas had a Cousin: Nine Things We Wouldn’t Know without Colossians 4
Kenneth Berding — February 17, 2025
Here are nine things we wouldn’t know about Paul and his missionary team if Colossians 4 wasn’t in our Bibles. I’ll list them in the order they...
The Good Book Blog
Go and Make Disciples
Kevin Lawson — February 14, 2025
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some...
The Good Book Blog
Id y Haced Discípulos
Kevin Lawson — February 14, 2025
Pero los once discípulos se fueron a Galilea, al monte donde Jesús les había ordenado. Y cuando le vieron, le adoraron; pero algunos dudaban. Y...
Think Biblically
Cultural Update: Can AI Feel Pain?; Should AI Make End-of-Life Decisions?
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 14, 2025
This week, Scott and Sean discuss: Can AI feel pain? Scientists experiment with AI models simulating pain and pleasure to test for sentience—but...
The Good Book Blog
Praying Big Prayers
Kenneth Berding — February 12, 2025
A few months ago I wrote about the value of praying small prayers. I’ve received significant spiritual encouragement thinking about and praying...
Think Biblically
Transgenderism and Neuroscience
with Steven Willing
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 11, 2025
What is the contribution of the neurosciences to our understanding of gender? How does the study of the brain help us understand transgenderism?...
51�� News
51��’s New MBA Program Redefines Business Leadership
The Adaptive MBA degree in the Crowell School of Business is designed to evolve with the ever-changing business landscape
Sarah Dougher — February 10, 2025
Today’s business landscape demands leaders to be nimble, proactive and adept at harnessing the latest technologies and tools. The Adaptive Master’s...
Think Biblically
Cultural Update: Teen Dating Trends, AI Generated News Articles,The Super Bowl's New Message, A Mountains in New Zealand is Granted Personhood, Listener Questions
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 07, 2025
This Week, Scott and Sean Discuss: Dating is Dropping among Teenagers AI Generated News Articles have been Published The Super Bowl Removes "End...
The Good Book Blog
What Was the Old Covenant Good For?
Kenneth Way — February 05, 2025
“It is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins” (Heb. 10:4 NIV). This affirmation about the Old Covenant is true because only...
Think Biblically
The State of Religious Freedom in the US
with Frank Beckwith
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 04, 2025
What is the state of religious freedom in the US? What about those who claim that religious freedom is sometime seen as code for bigotry and...
51�� News
51�� Remembers Devoted Partner in Leadership and Beloved Alumna
Mary Chase (’52), wife of 51��’s sixth president J. Richard Chase, leaves a strong 51�� legacy
Sarah Dougher — February 03, 2025
51�� celebrates the legacy and mourns the loss of former presidential spouse Mary Chase who passed away on January 25, 2025 at the age...
Winsome Conviction
Episode 115: On Christian Nationalism
Rick Langer, Tim Milosch, Timothy Muehlhoff — February 03, 2025
Special guest Tim Milosch speaks with Tim and Rick on the multifaceted phenomenon of Christian Nationalism.
The Good Book Blog
The Gender Divide Is an Opportunity for the Church
Mark Saucy — February 03, 2025
At the conclusion of last semester’s theology of gender class, we had a session in which we discussed the so-called global Gender Divide. The US...
51�� News
Communication Studies Professor Rethinking Work and Calling in New Book
51�� professor Dr. Arianna Molloy dives into burnout, calling and faith in her new book “Healthy Calling: From Toxic Burnout to Sustainable Work”
Sarah Dougher — January 31, 2025
Dr. Arianna Molloy, associate professor of communication studies, is helping turn on the lights to illuminate darkness caused by burnout. In her...
Becoming 51��
Questions for Parents and Supporters
Rebecca Irwin, Kaiden Tolkamp — January 31, 2025
In a decision like college that can feel larger-than-life, it’s so important to ask good questions. The right questions will help you uncover and...
The Good Book Blog
Following the Pattern of Sound Words
Kevin Lawson — January 31, 2025
Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God,...