Thinking Out Loud with Alan Shlemon
STR speaker Alan Shlemon provides a monthly update while answering questions across a wide range of topics including criticisms of Christianity.
Episodes
Alan answers the Muslim challenge that the Quran’s reference to the Gospel is not a reference to the four New Testament Gospels.
Alan briefly unpacks three reasons why daily Bible reading should be a priority.
Many of the institutions and values our society cherishes exist because Christianity transformed our world. Alan explains one of the most significant changes the Christian worldview made in our culture.
Alan answers the challenge that the disciples embellished their depiction of Jesus over time.
Alan was harshly criticized by students after an event. He explains three steps he takes whenever this happens.
Alan explains how he answers whether he would allow a homosexual couple to stay the night at his house. He also provides a principle that helps him address a variety of similar dilemmas.
Alan discusses two problems he has with the Quran’s reference to crucifixion and explains why that’s a huge problem for Muslims.
A video was leaked showing leadership at Andy Stanley’s church explaining how they minister to children who identify as transgender or experience gender dysphoria. Alan explains three concerns with their approach.
Alan responds to the common claim that Jesus never said anything about homosexuality.
Alan explains why the word, “Allah” is not a general term for God.
Alan responds to the claim that children should be required to consent to puberty.
Some skeptics of Christianity allege that the Bible, like Islam, commands Christians to kill apostates. Alan addresses this claim and explains the three steps he took to resolve this challenge.
Alan wrote two critical articles about the film, 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture, prior to ever watching the film. Now that he's seen it, Alan evaluates whether his assessment was correct.
Alan offers two reasons why every Christian should study how to interpret the Bible.
Alan addresses the claim that because Eve was formed from a male rib, she represents the first transgender woman. Consequently, the Bible (and God) permits transgenderism.
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