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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Is Gavin Ortlund Right About Calvinism? Examining His Defense
12/23/2025
Is Gavin Ortlund Right About Calvinism? Examining His Defense
Phil Kallberg joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they examine @TruthUnites 's defense of Calvinism in a recent video. Was Gavin's video a response to Phil and Tim's EPS paper that Gavin MC'd for? Is there something here that should give us pause? We examine! Check out Gavin's full video here: Tim and Phil's Paper Presentation: Phil's Articles on Suffering: ➡️ CHAPTERS⬅️ 00:00 Is Gavin's Video A Response to Tim and Phil? 07:25 What's the REAL Issue Behind Dual-Causation? 17:37 What's the Issue With Compatibilism? 30:49 God's Sovereignty and Human Liberty 32:44 The Story of Joseph and Suffering 40:07 Layers of Purpose, Dual Causation and Calvinism or Molinism 48:54 Why the Objections Gavin Doesn't like 50:42 Why the Puppet Analogy Still Works 53:23 What about Assurance? 1:07:40 We Should All Believe What The Bible Teaches 1:16:02 Is This Only a Secondary Issue? 1:20:13 C.S. Lewis?!? 1:25:40 Concluding Thoughts and Exhortations ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: X: TikTok: #apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #calvinism #freedom
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Candace Owens, Comedy, Theology — Seth Dillon Tells All
12/16/2025
Candace Owens, Comedy, Theology — Seth Dillon Tells All
Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Seth Dillon of the to discuss the necessity of satire as Christian Conservatives, the rise of the woke right and Candace Owens foray into conspiracy and Seth's thoughts on Calvinism. Will Tim convince him to be a Molinist? Join the team: Sources for videos: https://x.com/CBSNews/status/1999156447012135282?s=20 https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/1998951090478616971?s=20 ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Seth Dillon Opens Up About Elon and Twitter 07:20 How Theology Informs Cultural Courage 11:24 Why Free Will and Free Speech go Hand in Hand 12:20 Why Christians SHOULD Use Satire 22:06 The Rise of the Woke Right's Effect on Comedy 27:24 Concerning Candace Owens 30:20 The Hesitancy of Accountability 38:28 Real Friends Don't Require Silence 40:24 The Real Issue With Candace Owens 47:14 Christ is King and Black Lives Matter... Similar? 50:20 Holding Your Own "Side" Accountable is Imperative 55:41 Tim's Sister Changed Her Mind On Candace?!? 59:41 What About Matt Walsh and Megyn Kelly? 1:09:10 Seth's Thoughts on Calvinism 1:18:31 Can Tim Convince Seth to Be a Molinist? 1:25:40 Concluding Remarks ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #charliekirk #erikakirk #candaceowens #calvinism
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The 'Apologist Grift'? Live Response + Give Where You Live
12/09/2025
The 'Apologist Grift'? Live Response + Give Where You Live
The channel @BeliefItOrNot recently released this video featuring yours truly (Dr. Tim Stratton) of FreeThinking Ministries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IseLvNK-fB4 Today, Tim and Josh respond to the video and in a bit of good natured ribbing champion the annual fundraiser for FTM - Give Where You Live! Give now, to our grift, that focuses only on ignorant students rather than dealing honestly with the intellectual and philosophical arguments against the existence of God! Give here: Are we only in it for the money? Is Dr. WLC intellectually dishonest? Is the mind the same thing as the brain? Come join us as we respond!
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Big Questions. Big Answers. Featuring Dr. Tim Stratton.
12/02/2025
Big Questions. Big Answers. Featuring Dr. Tim Stratton.
It's that time of year again! We answer the biggest questions asked via our contact form on the website... Submit a Questions: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Aaron's Question: Is Free Will Still a Thing In Heaven? 07:14 Emmaus Highway Questions: 1 Cor. 10:13? 11:20 Does God Know In Advance If You Will Sin? 18:12 What About Prophecy? 21:55 It's All About Context 23:25 The One About Hezekiah 27:00 Aryana's Question: Aren't I Still the Source Even If I'm Determined? 32:42 Until Next Time! ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #questions
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Is Divine Determinism a Different Gospel
11/25/2025
Is Divine Determinism a Different Gospel
Dr. Tim Stratton and Phil Kallberg present their paper at the Evangelical Philosophy Society on whether or not Divine Determinism (or EDD) is a different gospel, and if so, is it a heresy? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity
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Alex O’Connor Thinks Christianity Is More Plausible?
11/20/2025
Alex O’Connor Thinks Christianity Is More Plausible?
Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein react to a string of new videos that seem to indicate a softer side of 's disposition to Christianity... Is there movement here to watch? Stratton and Klein analyze clips and give their opinions. Alex, if you watch this we would LOVE to have a conversation with you! Past Clips of Reacting to Alex O'Connor: Debate with Ben Shapiro: Debate with Dinesh D'Souza: Alex O'Connor Leaving New Atheism: Articles: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 What did Alex Just Say? 01:01 What makes Alex's disposition different now? 06:45 Building a Case, starting with ChatGPT 11:30 The Kastrup Interview Shows Movement 21:05 Alex Admits Christian Plausibility to Bear Grylls? 29:27 Alex would ask THIS of Jesus if had 5 minutes 34:11 Where do we go from here? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #jesuschrist #alexoconnor
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The Progressive Takeover of Education — and How to Fight Back
11/11/2025
The Progressive Takeover of Education — and How to Fight Back
Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Corey Miller of Ratio Christi concerning his new book The Progressive Miseducation of America. In the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination Corey Miller takes on the university system that led to the ideology that took his life. This is an important work and one that will be important to refer to in years to come. Watch part 1 here: Purchase book here: Support the ministry! We only exist because of generous tax deductible donations! Please go to and join the team today! Learn about Ratio Christi: ➡️CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Dr. Corey Miller and TPUSA 04:06 More to the Book than the Title 05:51 Explaining the Cultural Revolution 08:37 The Overlap of Faith, Politics, and Violence 11:55 The Woke Right and The Problem of Universities 21:50 How Do We Get Out Of This Mess? 31:35 How Do We Convince Christians that Politics is Theological? 39:38 Every Law Is Either Compatible or Incompatible with the Law of Christ 46:00 Why Are Pastors Seemingly Less Aware Of These Issues? 48:06 Highlights from Dr. Miller's Recent Travels 1:00:50 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #ratiochristi #university
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Exposing the Weak Biblical Arguments on Jubilee vs. Allie Beth Stuckey
11/04/2025
Exposing the Weak Biblical Arguments on Jubilee vs. Allie Beth Stuckey
Josh Klein of FreeThinking Ministries reacts to biblical arguments made against during a recent surrounded episode. Every clip used from the Jubilee video is in direct compliance with "fair use" law and is intended to add commentary as well as serve for "educative" purposes and thus is lawful to distribute and does not violate copyright law. editors note: In Josh's conversation around the Sibyllene Oracles he failed to mention that Sibyllene Oracle 2:73 is widely considered to be a later Christian interpolation which is why it is considered as written later than 1 Cor. 6. Full Jubilee Surrounded video: Josh's review of Brandan Robertson's book: Other Articles on Robertson's Progressive Interpretation of Scripture: https://freethinkingministries.com/adam-eve-and-robertsons-view-rebutted/ Josh's Reaction to Charlie Kirk on Surrounded: First video: https://youtu.be/gHn1v5m-nSA Second video: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Why Cover This On An Apologetics Channel? 04:20 Biblical Marriage Includes Polygamy? 07:12 Was Romans 1 Just a Rhetorical Trap? 08:54 No Lesbianism in Romans 1? 11:43 The Hebrew Word for Homosexuality? 13:23 Arsenakoitai - An Economic Word? 16:55 The Apostle Paul's Use of Greek 20:16 Abortion and Numbers 5? 23:36 Abortion and Exodus 21? 27:09 Jews Believed in "Life at First Breath?" 28:57 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #debate #prolifegeneration
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Is This Really a Mystery? (Response to Ruslan KD)
10/28/2025
Is This Really a Mystery? (Response to Ruslan KD)
Is the tension between Free Will and God's sovereignty REALLY a mystery? Matthew McConaughey joined and shared some things about faith. reacted. Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein respond to both in this week's episode. Sure, there might be tension but it's not a mystery. Ruslan clip: Diary of a CEO Interview: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introducing Ruslan 02:30 Are Young Men Returning to Christ? 05:24 Would A Pastor Dare To Preach THIS Message? 11:10 Fighting the Spiritual Battle on Two Fronts 13:42 Free Will and Providence is NOT a Mystery 22:53 The Definition of "Sovereign" and the DoD 29:50 The Difference Between Mystery and Contradiction 35:13 McConaughey on Sin and why He's right 40:00 Don't Take Advantage of Grace 53:15 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #freewill #mystery
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The Age of AI: What's Really At Stake? With Dr. Jason Thacker
10/21/2025
The Age of AI: What's Really At Stake? With Dr. Jason Thacker
Dr. Jason Thacker of Boyce College stops by to discuss the future of AI and how we should think of it as Christians. Could people REALLY live forever? Is a superintelligence possible? What does this mean for Christians? We seek to answer these questions and more in this week's episode. Find more on Dr. Thacker here: The Age of AI Book: Changing ChatGPT's "mind" on Gender: ➡️Chapters ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Introducing Dr. Thacker 04:45 The Ultimate Question 06:10 Can Something Artificial REALLY be Intelligent? 11:00 The Improbability of General/Super Artificial Intelligence 22:00 Could AI Help Humans Live Forever? 32:00 WE Are the Product in an AI World 37:00 Nothing is Neutral 43:00 Responsibility in Use of AI 52:00 The Conclusion Is... ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #artificialintelligence
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When Ministry Hurts: Lessons from Jesus w/ Dr. Nick Bank
10/14/2025
When Ministry Hurts: Lessons from Jesus w/ Dr. Nick Bank
Dr. Nick Bank of @stepuptolifeministries joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss his new book "Down Like Jesus". Ministry can be painful (as both Tim and Josh have found!) could this be a resource that helps people to process and use that pain for their own sanctification? Check out Nick's Book "Down Like Jesus": Check out Nick's work at Step up to Life: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Who is Nick Bank? 06:00 What is "Down Like Jesus?" 07:25 The Challenges Of Pastoral Mental/Spiritual Health 12:00 How Do You Walk With a Pastor Through Church Hurt? 16:50 Is This Project for Pastors or for Congregants? 21:00 The 8 Ministry Difficulties That Pastors Face 32:30 How Does This Help Pastors Going Through Difficulty? 37:30 How Do Pastor's Families Play Into This? 39:45 Which Difficulties Resonate Most with Tim and Josh 47:40 Step Up to Life and Molinism 1:06:45 Concluding Remarks ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #pastoralhurt #molinism
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When Spiritual Heroes Fall: How Should We Respond?
10/07/2025
When Spiritual Heroes Fall: How Should We Respond?
Michael Tait was recently exposed for doing some horrific things all while claiming the title of Christian Music Artist. Of course there are others as well, Ravi Zacharias, Mark Driscoll, Bill Hybels and the list goes on. Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein take on the disappointment of these failures head on and offer advice, encouragement, and hope in the midst of frustration and righteous indignation. ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:30 Why Address it Now? 10:10 Famous and Non-Famous Failures: Why They Matter 18:00 How Do You Move Forward? 19:00 1. Jesus is the ONLY True Hero 24:00 2. Know WHY Christianity is True 30:00 3. Try To Avoid Hitching Yourself To A Spiritual Hero 35:00 4. Separate the Message from the Messenger 48:00 Moving On From Pastoral Failures 51:00 5. Recognize We Need Christian Community 56:00 Concluding Remarks ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #michaeltait #dctalk
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Charlie Kirk's Memorial and the Progressive Miseducation of America | w/ Dr. Corey Miller
10/01/2025
Charlie Kirk's Memorial and the Progressive Miseducation of America | w/ Dr. Corey Miller
Dr. Corey Miller, founder and President of campus ministry Ratio Christi joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss the Charlie Kirk Memorial AND his new book "The Progressive Miseducation of America". A timely discussion considering our current cultural moment. Check out the book preview here: Pre-order the book here: Learn about Ratio Christi: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Reflection on 2 Weeks Since Charlie's Death 03:02 Introducing Dr. Corey Miller 04:55 Reflections on the Memorial 10:20 Reflecting on Erika's Forgiveness 15:55 Is Charlie Kirk a Christian Martyr? 20:00 Connecting Charlie Kirk to Dr. Miller's Book 24:47 The Progressive Miseducation of America 26:28 An Unlikely Alliance 33:24 Dr. Corey Miller's Ties to Mormonism 34:51 Progressivism Seeping into Campus Ministries 36:25 As Goes the Campus So Goes the Culture 39:43 How The Left Revolutionized Education 51:48 Part 2 of The Interview Coming soon! 55:42 The Church is Complicit 1:01:50 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity
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Life After Charlie Kirk: Rejecting Conspiracies, Embracing Opportunity
09/23/2025
Life After Charlie Kirk: Rejecting Conspiracies, Embracing Opportunity
Charlie Kirk was Assassinated one week ago today... and now we are seeing the ramifications both evil and good coming from it. Join us as we unpack how to move forward as believers after the fact. There is a lot of noise out there - let's sift through it together. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1ZAHCzAQYh/ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FT31hbpHi/ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FPhZxwtM6/ https://www.facebook.com/share/r/16v9YvhXXP/ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19nNLxC4Fk/ https://www.facebook.com/share/r/15RsDES83t/ https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Cd4JnufkM/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOoi-7rEtO9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOl8bGUgfdb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOopaACj9nB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOqqs82DjVW/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOjY500AVCr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOoEySRjkGY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOrYoExD8ty/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOgoFXfjbW5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOrcxhJEfS7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOmBlz8DfoS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Unpacking the Violence: Are There Answers to Recent Murders in America?
09/16/2025
Unpacking the Violence: Are There Answers to Recent Murders in America?
By now you've probably heard of the tragedy in Charlotte North Carolina as Decarlos Brown Jr. took the life of Iryna Zrutska (a Ukrainian refugee). But why did this happen? What should Christians think about the tragedy? How does this get fixed? Also, the team will talk about Charlie Kirk and his assassination and what we do next. Dr. Johnathan Pritchett joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to lament and discuss. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6275339546787840
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Why MindShift Is WRONG About Free Will (11 Problems Answered)
09/09/2025
Why MindShift Is WRONG About Free Will (11 Problems Answered)
Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein address a recent video by on 11 problems with free will that Christians don't want you to ask. Does he have some points? How WOULD/SHOULD Christians address these issues? Tim and Josh explain. Original Video: Dr. Tim Stratton and J.P. Moreland's paper: You Are Not Your Brain by Jeffery Schwartz and Rebecca Gladding: FTM Books: Mere Molinism: Faith Examined: Fracture: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 03:25 Setting Up the Video 04:55 Thought Crime Punished by God? 23:34 Are We "Under Duress?" 33:13 Free Will Impossible in Heaven? 47:40 Does Omniscience Eradicate Free Will? 43:21 Why are Judas, Satan and the Devil Blameworthy? 56:34 Does Divine Influence Mean No Free Will? 1:02:12 Does Prayer Interrupt Free Will? 1:11:49 Can Children (and those with mental disabilities) REALLY Accept or Reject God? 1:20:58 Is There Free Will in Hell? 1:27:38 Can Someone Choose to Believe Something they Find Unconvincing? 1:40:02 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #mindshift #molinism #atheist Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/1st-class License code: UJ3WIMGOYQFEOWBL
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Four (plus) Reasons We Can't Be Mormon
09/03/2025
Four (plus) Reasons We Can't Be Mormon
There is no disrespect meant in the title. Saying "members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" is just too long for a YouTube video title! That said, Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein assess the claims of the LDS, both historically and theologically. Why can't we be mormons? Here's why! Maven Experience: Josephlied.com: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 05:45 Maven and Its Importance in the Discussion 11:20 One: Low View of God's Nature 25:00 Two: Low View of Jesus 30:41 Two (b): The Historical Origins of the LDS 44:00 Three: Low View of Grace 50:50 Three (b): Significant Departures from Orthodoxy 59:30 Sound Faith Conference 1:00:50 Four: Low View of the Gospel 1:12:30 Four (b): The Historical and Archaeological Claims 1:18:50 A Difference Between Mormon Doctrines and Mormon People 1:25:46 Counting the Cost Before Conversion 1:34:31 Conclusion Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/summer License code: W0ZDHCVZSXKWU3AV ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity
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Four Reasons We Are NOT Catholic
08/26/2025
Four Reasons We Are NOT Catholic
In our continued "why we're not series" Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein turn their eyes towards Catholicism. Why aren't they Catholic? They give four reasons why and the fourth one may surprise you! Sound Faith Conference 2025: Why we're not Open Theists: Why I Love The Catholic Church and Why I'm Not A Catholic Article: What it means to be protestant by Gavin Ortlund: Support the Ministry: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 09:00 Why We Love Catholics 19:37 Reason 1 - Marian Doctrine 26:18 Reason 2 - The Role of Baptism in Salvation 33:22 Sound Faith Omaha! 35:55 Reason 3 - Papal Authority (And Church Infallibility) 47:03 Reason 4 - The Eucharist and Transubstantiation 53:42 The Importance of Clarity in Debate 59:00 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #catholicchurch #catholicism #doctrine Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/innovation License code: BC2V77LIZQRB9ZVS
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From Atheist to Christian Because Of.... ChatGPT?
08/18/2025
From Atheist to Christian Because Of.... ChatGPT?
You won't want to miss this! Recently a guy named Andy went viral for releasing his conversation with ChatGPT to the world. One in which he discovered, in real time, that Atheism was false and Theist, particularly Christian Theism, was true. Did ChatGPT REALLY lead this man to Christ or was something else happening? Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein explore these questions and his testimony on today's show. Andy Koons: TikTok: X: https://x.com/andy_koons Andy's conversation with ChatGPT:
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1 Cor. 10:13 Is a Problem—If You Deny Free Will
08/12/2025
1 Cor. 10:13 Is a Problem—If You Deny Free Will
Dr. Leighton Flowers joins the program as Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss the philosophical, theological and pastoral importance of 1 Corinthians 10:13 in the Free Will discussion. It is NOT, something that you can just hand wave away and it only makes sense if Libertarian Free Will is true. Take a look! You can find Dr. Leighton Flowers at and . Visit https://trinitysem.edu/ for more information on advanced degree programs. Support FreeThinking Ministries: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Introducing Dr. Leighton Flowers 05:43 Why Dr. Flowers and Dr. Stratton View 1 Cor. 10:13 As Important 08:47 Dr. Flowers and the Biblical Data 10:18 Why We've Moved Past Divine Determinism 13:53 What Does 1 Corinthians 10:13 SAY? 22:00 Pre-Fall Freedom? 26:35 Are We Taking 1 Corinthians 10:13 Out of Context? 30:20 What Happens When We Smuggle Determinism Into the Text 33:27 A Tail of Two Pastors On Sin 38:14 How the Broader Context Makes LFW Even More Clear 50:00 What About People Who Have "Set Their Wills" Like Addicts? 57:52 Responding to James White on 1 Cor. 10:13 1:11:00 What About Secondary Causes? 1:16:00 Final Thoughts 1:20:55 Conclusion ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok:
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Grok vs DoD: When "Artificial" Meets "Actual" Intelligence
08/05/2025
Grok vs DoD: When "Artificial" Meets "Actual" Intelligence
Recently someone on X used Grok to refute Dr. Tim Stratton's DoD (Deity of Deception) argument against Calvinism. In this episode we discuss this attempt, why it failed, and why when we use AI we need to be VERY careful how we use it. Join the team! The original Grok prompt and response: Josh's prompt and Grok's Response: AI Study Josh Referred to at the beginning: The non-X version of Grok and its response to the same prompt was similar because of the prompt: ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Intro 02:11 How Should Christians Do Theology? 03:42 Why AI Prompts Matter 09:46 Grok’s Attempt to Refute the DoD 11:15 What Is the DoD Argument? 13:37 Grok Misunderstands the Internal Critique 23:28 Why People Abandon EDD When Challenged 28:34 Grok Misrepresents Tim on Decree vs. Providence 35:57 Grok Misuses Free Will in His Critique 37:02 Grok’s Assumptions About Classical Theism 39:03 The Real Issue: How Should We Use AI? 47:37 Josh Live-Demonstrates Prompt Sensitivity in Grok 53:33 AI Isn’t the Final Authority 57:45 The Tu Quoque Fallacy Explained 1:00:17 A FOURTEEN Step DoD for Clarification 1:04:22 Conclusion ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok:
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Why Open Theism Ultimately Fails
07/28/2025
Why Open Theism Ultimately Fails
This podcast is actually from a livestream in our YouTube Channel. Please visit and subscribe as the links mentioned in the podcast are on the YouTube video AND not every YouTube is released as an audio podcast. Click this link: https://youtube.com/live/ZY1kjfq90ZU
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Theological Options: From Calvinism to Arminianism to Molinism
07/24/2025
Theological Options: From Calvinism to Arminianism to Molinism
This was originally posted by and host Jacob Vazquez engages with Dr. Tim Stratton of @FreethinkingMinistries to explore significant theological issues surrounding free will, predestination, and the contrasting views of Calvinism, Arminianism, and Molinism. The conversation delves into the complexities of God's sovereignty and human freedom, highlighting the importance of understanding these concepts in the context of Christian faith. Tim shares his personal journey through various theological perspectives, ultimately arriving at Molinism, which emphasizes God's middle knowledge of all possible human choices. The discussion aims to clarify these intricate theological debates and their implications for believers. Tim Stratton and Jacob also delve into the complexities of libertarian freedom, divine sovereignty, and the theological implications of Molinism. They explore how these concepts relate to the problem of evil, predestination, and key biblical passages, using pop culture references like the Avengers to illustrate their points. The discussion emphasizes the importance of systematic theology in understanding scripture and the nuances of divine knowledge and human choice.
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Why Christians SHOULD Celebrate Independence Day
07/08/2025
Why Christians SHOULD Celebrate Independence Day
Are you a Christian on the fence about celebrating our nation's independence day? Have no fear Tim and Josh are here to dissuade your fears and encourage you to CELEBRATE! Each give their Top 5 Reasons why Christians SHOULD celebrate the 4th of July! #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #independenceday #july4th #freedom
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Heaven MIGHT Look More Like Sci-Fi Than Sunday School
06/13/2025
Heaven MIGHT Look More Like Sci-Fi Than Sunday School
Ever thought of what Heaven might be like? Josh Klein and Thomas Moller jump into a bit "what if" in this episode. Josh and Thomas posit that heaven might be more like Sci-Fi than we think.... Joint the team in support! Heaven and Science Fiction: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #heaven #newheavennewearth #eschatology
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What Does Dr. Jordan B Peterson REALLY Believe? | FTMonthly #22
05/30/2025
What Does Dr. Jordan B Peterson REALLY Believe? | FTMonthly #22
FTMonthly is back with a special episode. This month Josh explores what theological label would best describe Dr. 's beliefs based on his own writings and public statements. Would one consider Peterson a Christian? Find out here. Join the team and support us: Note: Each video used in this podcast is subject to fair use laws as we are providing commentary on each section and are doing so for educational purposes. Josh and Tim's Experience at Dr. Peterson's "We Who Wrestle With God" event in Omaha, NE: Notes: We Who Wrestle With God Book: FreeThinking Ministries Book Review: Videos referenced: CG Jung Quote: “Letter to the Rev. H.L. Philip,” 26 October 1956; Letters, II, 334-335 ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #jordanpeterson #theology
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Can Progressive Christianity and Conservative Christianity Coexist? | FTMonthly 21
04/23/2025
Can Progressive Christianity and Conservative Christianity Coexist? | FTMonthly 21
This Month's FTMonthly is short and to the point as Josh will be leaving for Africa at the end of April. Enjoy! Can progressive Christianity and conservative Christianity coexist? Josh doesn't think so and he explains why here: Progressive Christianity is a Different Religion: The New Cultural Christianity: The Widening of God's Mercy Book Review: Aliens and Progressivism FTMonthly Episode: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #progressive
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Jesus Rose—And Easter Isn’t Pagan: Here’s the Proof
04/18/2025
Jesus Rose—And Easter Isn’t Pagan: Here’s the Proof
Have you ever considered the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus? Has anyone ever tried to tell you that Easter traditions and celebrations have pagan origins? 's opening speech in a debate concerning resurrection evidence and Josh takes a look at 's response video to a woman claiming Pagan origins to Easter. Support the Ministry: Contact Us: Full IP Response Video: https://youtu.be/V-5U2VtMdIM?si=a_FWRhAwtHIl_vQl Ishtar Got Questions: https://perma.cc/F9GH-X2VQ Oestre: Robert E. Webber: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #atheism #easter #theology
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Disturbing Andy Stanley Youth LGBTQ+ Training Video Exposed
04/16/2025
Disturbing Andy Stanley Youth LGBTQ+ Training Video Exposed
Josh Klein teams up with to analyze a recent youth leader training video that was leaked to the public from North Point church (Andy Stanley's Church). Josh and Brady analyze the training from the good to the bad to the horrific and everything in between. Support the ministry: freethinkingministries.com/donate Josh's article on Andy Stanley: 📌 Topics Covered Theological drift at North Point Church Andy Stanley’s statements on LGBTQ+ inclusion Affirming vs. biblical care in youth ministry Why “comfort” and “safety” are being redefined Pronouns, identity, and the role of student leaders Puberty blockers, gender transitions, and the church's role How churches can disciple youth in truth and love Hope for parents of LGBTQ-identifying kids Check out: Calibrate Conversations: YT: / ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #andystanley #lgbtq #conservative
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Epic or Excess? An Analytic Review of Amazon's House of David
04/10/2025
Epic or Excess? An Analytic Review of Amazon's House of David
Josh takes on the Amazon hit show House of David. The problems, the good things, source material and... was it good? Note: All clips used in this review are subject to Fair Use law and fall under the guidelines and parameters thereof. Support the ministry: Notes: House of David on Amazon: House of David IMDB: Todd Friel's Full Review/Video: What do you Meme's Response: Sources Cited: What is the Talmud: What is the Midrash: Mother of David: Who were the "sons of Anak?": Goliath's Mother/Orpah: The Book of Enoch: Did Goliath Have 4 Brothers? Maybe, maybe not: ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: Facebook: Instagram: X: TikTok: #Apologetics #FreeThinking #Christianity #houseofdavid #amazon
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