The Freethinking Podcasts
The Freethinking Podcast is a product of FreeThinking ministries featuring the work of Dr. Tim Stratton. Multiple hosts produce shows for FreeThinking Podcasts, Tim focuses on topics like metaphysics, free will and determinism and often cohosts with Scott Olson and Josh Klein focuses on Cultural issues and biblical theology.
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Should Mark Driscoll Repent? | FTMonthly #10 W/ Josh Klein
04/19/2024
Should Mark Driscoll Repent? | FTMonthly #10 W/ Josh Klein
The Stronger Men's Conference Saga continues and Josh Klein is here to break it all down for you. Which side is in the right? Who should repent? And what the heck is going on? Josh does a deep dive and has some conclusions... See the time stamped video for previous discussion on the saga: Notes: John Lindell: Mark Driscoll: Andrew’s Letter: Resignation Letters: Letter from Elders: file:///C:/Users/joshr/Downloads/formerelders41.pdf Weekend Clips: Initial Rebuke by Mark: Lindell and Mark’s seeming reconciliation: John Lindell’s Rebuke: Driscoll Elijah Sermon: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: - TikTok:
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Dismantling Arguments and Culture
04/17/2024
Dismantling Arguments and Culture
Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they tackle recent arguments made against Dr. Stratton's "Alien Gospel" video with Phil Bair and as they look at cultural issues across the spectrum... from Red Heifer and End Times, to the war in Israel and even tackling Mark Driscoll and the stripper controversy... And doing all of this LIVE! We'll answer questions and comments too! Links Discussed: Mark Driscoll: Israel and Hamas and Iran: The Red Heifer: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: https://x.com/freethinkmin - https://twitter.com/TSXpress - TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking
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So Many Moral Arguments! W/ dr. Tim Stratton
04/09/2024
So Many Moral Arguments! W/ dr. Tim Stratton
One of my favorite arguments for the existence of God is the moral argument. To say that the moral argument has caused a stir in the waters of philosophy would be a gross understatement. The syllogism has made such an impact that committed atheists debate amongst themselves as to which premise they ought to reject. The popular version of the moral argument can be formulated like this: If God does not exist, objective moral values and duties do not exist. Objective moral values and duties do exist. Therefore, God exists. Although I believe that this version of the argument is sound, in order to counter objections by atheist philosophers like Wielenberg, I often share modified versions of the argument that do not focus on objective moral values but on objective purpose. List to this to learn how one can modify and improve the moral argument when discussing with atheists to show how faith in God can be reasonable! ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 14:20 Purpose Theory 21:04 Libertarian Freedom 29:13 An Eternal “Or Else!” 36:12 Conclusion 40:15 One More Moral Argument ➡️ LINKS ⬅️ and ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: #Moral #Morality #Arguments #Philosophy #Apologetics #FreeThinking #TimStratton
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A Moral Obligation to Vote For... Trump?
04/05/2024
A Moral Obligation to Vote For... Trump?
In this episode Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss some objections and reactions to a recent article released on website called A Moral Obligation to Vote for an Immoral Candidate. Check out the article: Shenvi Blog debate with Mason: (All 12 parts linked at the bottom) Captain American Nationalist: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #trump #morality #2024elections
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Good Friday, Christ is King... Plus Red Pill Logic | FTMonthly #10 W/ Josh Kelin
03/30/2024
Good Friday, Christ is King... Plus Red Pill Logic | FTMonthly #10 W/ Josh Kelin
On this episode Josh dives into Trump's Bible campaign, an apologetic from the Cross and whether or not the phrase Christ is King is anti-Semitic. For the main thing he tackles the Red Pill culture's logic concerning marriage and how we as Christian ought to respond. Notes: Moral Obligation to vote for an Immoral Candidate: Trumps Bible Commercial on Twitter: An Apologetic from the Cross: Josh covered the Christ is King conversation from a very specific angle - there were comments Andrew Klavan made, seemingly indicating that Christians ought not proselytize people like Ben Shapiro and Jordan Peterson with which Josh does not agree but chose not to cover due to time constraints for this episode. For good analysis on that topic be sure to tune in to 's video (linked below) and 's video also linked below. For further explanation of his comments check out Andrew Klavan's interview with CrossPolitic also linked below: Trinity Video: Chruch Split Video: CrossPolitic Interview: Klavan and Pearl: Knowles and Pearl: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #christisking #redpill #andrewklavan
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Arguments from Reason | FreeThinking EPS Presentation
03/19/2024
Arguments from Reason | FreeThinking EPS Presentation
In this episode Dr. Tim Stratton gives the talk he gave at the 2023 Evangelcial Philosophical Society. In this presentation Tim delivers a knock down argument considering reason for Libertarian Free Will and why this entails that there is a God.
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Does Rationality Require Libertarian Freedom? S2 E1
03/06/2024
Does Rationality Require Libertarian Freedom? S2 E1
In this episode, together with Dr. John DePoe, we explore the relationship between rationality and libertarian freedom. Can rationality fully flourish in the absence of libertarian freedom? Is freedom an essential catalyst for logical thinking and informed decision-making? We will address fundamental questions about the human mind and libertarian freedom. In addition, we'll answer some objections that stand against this idea. So, if you are interested and want to know more about it, join us! ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Rationality #Freedom #Libertarianism #FreeWill #Apologetics #FreeThinking
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Dissecting Jordan Peterson's We Who Struggle With God | FTMonthly #9
03/05/2024
Dissecting Jordan Peterson's We Who Struggle With God | FTMonthly #9
In this episode of FTMonthly I (Josh Klein) am joined by the founder of FreeThinking Ministries, Dr. Tim Stratton, as we break down Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's appearance in Omaha, Nebraska on his upcoming book We Who Wrestle with God. We analyze the evening, ask questions about Jordan's faith and interpretation of scripture as well as his diagnosis of culture and more. Notes: We Who Wrestle With God book: Dr. Jordan Peterson's YouTube Channel: Jonathan Pageau's YouTube Channel: Peterson Gets Emotional About Christ's Incarnation: Peterson Interview on channel: Peterson Confronted by Student in 2016: Star Trek (Four Lights) - ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: https://x.com/freethinkmin, @JoshRKlein @TSXpress TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking
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Begging to Differ on Alistair Begg | W/ Josh Klein and guest Brady Cone
02/22/2024
Begging to Differ on Alistair Begg | W/ Josh Klein and guest Brady Cone
Alistair Begg recently made evangelical headlines with some advice he gave to a grandmother on attending her grandson's wedding to a transgender person. The response has been mixed to say the least. Some supporting, others condemning, but it seems we've lost the ability to disagree and hash out why we disagree in the evangelical realm. In this episode Josh invites Brady Cone on to discuss the Begg situation, how to disagree amicably, and whether Begg's advice was wrong or right.
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Critical Dilemma with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer | FTMonthly #8 W/ Josh Klein
02/20/2024
Critical Dilemma with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer | FTMonthly #8 W/ Josh Klein
In this episode we interview Doctors Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer on their recent work Critical Dilemma. Critical Dilemma is an important work tackling the problems of Contemporary Critical Theory with a biblical perspective. In this interview Neil and Pat (authors of Critical Dilemma) outline the case against Critical Theory, some interesting ideas on the way forward and the importance of the book in our current cultural moment. Be sure to check it out! Notes: Buy the book: For More Info on Critical Dilemma visit the website: For Neil's Work: Twitter/X: @NeilShenvi For Pat's Work: Pat's Website: Twitter/X: @RealPatSawyer FTM's Interview with Evergreen Dance Company: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok:
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What "He Gets Us" Gets Wrong and Right | W/ Josh Klein
02/20/2024
What "He Gets Us" Gets Wrong and Right | W/ Josh Klein
There's been a lot of commentary on a specific Super Bowl commercial from a group called He Gets Us - but what do we make of this? Josh Klein of FreeThinking ministries adds his perspective to the fray. Notes: He Gets Us Ad: McDowell and Stetzer Interview: He Gets Us Article: Alternative Commercial: Babylon Bee Satire: Contact Us: Donate: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok:
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Dancing and Critical Race Theory | FTMonthly #7 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Dancing and Critical Race Theory | FTMonthly #7 W/ Josh Klein
In this month's (December) episode we update the numbers for Give Where You Live (THANK YOU!), talk about the New Year and... what does CRT have to do with a recent response I got on Facebook? Also - how can the arts, like Dance help with evangelism and apologetics. I have a fantastic interview you will not want to miss. Donate to FTM (be sure to put Josh in comments): Primer Info on CRT, Liberation Theology, and Intersectionality: Evergreen Links: Instagram: Facebook: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmin; TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc
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Affirmation Theology and Ali's Big Flip | FTMonthly #6 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Affirmation Theology and Ali's Big Flip | FTMonthly #6 W/ Josh Klein
This episode of FTMonthly focuses on Give Where You Live and how FreeThinking Ministries can exist and our mission. We also look at Porn Hub's scandal and why Porn should be illegal as well as a prominent atheist turning to Christ! For our Main Thing, Brady Cone of joins Josh to discuss the damage of tacitly endorsing affirmation theology. Ayaan Hirsi Ali article: Porn Hub Investigation: https://soundinvestigations.com/ Brady's great work at Calibrate Ministries: Josh and Brady's conversation on LGBTQ+ issues and the church: Josh and Brady's conversation on Marriage: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmin; TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #JoshRKlein
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Big Issues, Big Answers | FTMonthly #5 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Big Issues, Big Answers | FTMonthly #5 W/ Josh Klein
In this month's episode we explore the moral equivalence being pushed on the Israeli-Hamas conflict, Andy Stanley's equivocation on biblical sexuality, whether celebrating Halloween is a sin and special guest Tim Stratton joins us to discuss his supposed vendetta against Calvinism. Links: Andy Stanley Links Josh Klein on Andy Stanley: Andy Stanley sermon: HonestYouthPastor Review: Dr. Michael Brown: Sean McDowell Interview: Israel-Hamas Conflict Josh Klein on Israel: Water and Gaza: Hamas steals water from citizens: Hamas uses own citizens deaths for PR: Halloween Evil? Inspiring Philosophy on Samhein: History of Halloween: Interview Links: Tim Stratton vs. James White: Is Molinism Biblical? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok:
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Ballard and Demon Possession | FTMonthly #4 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Ballard and Demon Possession | FTMonthly #4 W/ Josh Klein
On this episode we dive into new Tim Ballard accusations and take on and on marriage. We also explore whether or not men really do think so much about the Roman Empire and we take a look at normalizing mental illness or maybe even demon possession. Notes: Tim's talk at [un]apologetic conference: In Defense of Marriage: Pearl's Channel: Ballard Articles: and Ballard Sources: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmin; TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #JoshKlein #TimBallard #pearlythings #mattwalsh #dailywire #marriage
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Aliens and Progressivism? | FTMonthly #3 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Aliens and Progressivism? | FTMonthly #3 W/ Josh Klein
In this episode we look at the Church's preparation for our cultural future, aliens, a post-Christian culture and... Deconstruction that leads to progressivism. Links: Jessica's Story: What if Aliens are Real (Tim Stratton): Do 60% of Christians between the ages of 18-40 believe Jesus is not the only way to salvation?: Thrill of Orthodoxy Book: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: ; TikTok:
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Shiny Happy People and Hell | FTMonthly #2 W/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
Shiny Happy People and Hell | FTMonthly #2 W/ Josh Klein
On this episode we cover a letter about Christianity and its supposed "evils", recent Supreme Court decisions and how to think about them biblically as well as a foray into Trans ideology, analyzing an interview, and... Shiny Happy People. Notes: Contact Us: Rescuing Hell: Turek's Book - Correct not Politically Correct: Sean and Turek Interview: Shiny Happy People HYP: [un]apologetic conference: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmin - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc
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An Introduction | FTMonthly #1 w/ Josh Klein
02/19/2024
An Introduction | FTMonthly #1 w/ Josh Klein
The Pilot episode of FTMonthly is a monthly program hosted by Josh Klein of FreeThinking Ministries to cover relevant topics on culture and theology. Links: Josh Klein Introduction Interview: Ideas for Topics or Questions: Target article: Calvinism a Different Gospel: Honest Youth Pastor Shiny Happy People Review: 3 Conversations Article on FTM: DONATE: [un]Apologetic Conference: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmin - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc
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S1 E1 The James White Debate - Intro, Meaning of Biblical, and Defining Terms
07/04/2022
S1 E1 The James White Debate - Intro, Meaning of Biblical, and Defining Terms
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we give a little background on how this debate came to be, as well as the differing definitions of biblical used by Tim and Dr. White. Tim also defines a few of his terms that he used throughout the debate.
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S1 E2 The James White Debate - More Definitions In Tim's Opening Statement
07/04/2022
S1 E2 The James White Debate - More Definitions In Tim's Opening Statement
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, Tim continues through his opening statement by defining additional terms, and I provide my thoughts on some of the contentions he put forward in his opening statement.
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S1 E3 The James White Debate - The Rest of Tim's Opening Statement
07/04/2022
S1 E3 The James White Debate - The Rest of Tim's Opening Statement
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we recap the rest of Tim's opening statement and set things up for Dr. White's opening statement by pointing out a few of the reasons why Tim's statement was framed the way it was.
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S1 E4 The James White Debate - Examining White's Definition of Molinism
07/04/2022
S1 E4 The James White Debate - Examining White's Definition of Molinism
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss Dr. White's opening statement. In particular, we look at how he defined biblical and what he considered the essential three pillars of Molinism.
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S1 E5 The James White Debate - White's Problems with Molinism (Part 1)
07/04/2022
S1 E5 The James White Debate - White's Problems with Molinism (Part 1)
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we look at some of Dr. White's problems he has with Molinism and respond to them.
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S1 E6 The James White Debate - White's Problems with Molinism (Part 2)
07/04/2022
S1 E6 The James White Debate - White's Problems with Molinism (Part 2)
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we look at the rest of Dr. White's problems he has with Molinism and respond to them.
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S1 E7 The James White Debate - The Cross Examination and Concluding Thoughts
07/04/2022
S1 E7 The James White Debate - The Cross Examination and Concluding Thoughts
In the first season of the Freethinking Podcast, Tim and I are recapping his debate with James White, a prominent Calvinist theologian. This debate happened in February of 2022, but this is our chance to recap the overall debate on the podcast. In this episode, we look back on the cross examination and discuss some areas where Tim felt he could have done better, as well as some areas on which I wanted further exploration. Then, we wrap up the first season of the show by giving some concluding thoughts on the entire experience.
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Ep. 163 A Big Announcement
04/07/2022
Ep. 163 A Big Announcement
*john wick yeah i'm thinking i'm back dot gif*. We have a big announcement in this episode that you will want to know about! But first, we talk about what we've been up to these past couple of months without shows. Yes, Tim and I are still friends, life has just been busy! Excited for what's to come, and we hope you guys can join us along the way!
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Ep. 162 Free Will and Determinism - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
09/02/2021
Ep. 162 Free Will and Determinism - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
In this episode of the FreeThinking Podcast Tim and I venture further into the world of metaphysics. We discuss the free will debate from a metaphysical perspective, including discussions on compatibilism, agent vs. event causation, and moral and rational responsibility. There's some new stuff in here we haven't necessarily covered before, so we'll be going back over some of it in the future.
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Ep. 161 Time and Persistence - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
09/02/2021
Ep. 161 Time and Persistence - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
In this episode of the FreeThinking Podcast Tim and I venture further into the world of metaphysics. We discuss two competing views regarding the nature of time: A-Theory vs. B-Theory. We also briefly talk about the debate between perdurantists and endurantists regarding persistence.
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Ep. 160 Concretism vs. Abstractionism - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
09/02/2021
Ep. 160 Concretism vs. Abstractionism - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
In this episode of the FreeThinking Podcast Tim and I venture further into the world of metaphysics. We discuss two competing views for regarding the nature of possible worlds: Concretism vs. Abstractionism. **NOTE** Apologies for the audio quality of my voice, I think I might have had the wrong mic recording. It's not unbearable, but it's not the quality you're used to. This should be fixed in future series.
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Ep. 159 Constituent vs. Relational Ontology - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
09/02/2021
Ep. 159 Constituent vs. Relational Ontology - Scott's Intro to Metaphysics
In this episode of the FreeThinking Podcast Tim and I venture further into the world of metaphysics. We discuss two competing views for Realists regarding the nature of exemplifying properties: Relational Ontology vs. Constituent Ontology. **NOTE** Apologies for the audio quality of my voice, I think I might have had the wrong mic recording. It's not unbearable, but it's not the quality you're used to. This should be fixed in future series.
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