Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis

The Renaissance of Academic Apologetics
Over the past 40 years, we’ve witnessed a remarkable resurgence in academic apologetics. Influential philosophers like Alvin Plantinga and William Lane Craig have made significant strides in defending Christian theism through rigorous analytical philosophy. This renaissance is not just about arguments; it’s about training the next generation of apologists. Institutions like the...

In this episode, we dive deep into the profound legacy of Christ’s Atonement. What does it mean for us today? Join us as we explore the theological significance of Jesus’ sacrificial death on the cross. We’ll look at five key elements of the Atonement: substitution, propitiation, expiation, redemption, and Christus Victor—and how these concepts are foundational to understandi...

In this insightful episode of Truth Tribe, host Douglas Groothuis explores the significance of rituals in shaping our faith and community. Discover how restoring meaningful practices can enhance our spiritual lives and foster deeper connections. Groothuis examines various rituals within Christianity, their historical context, and their role in addressing modern e...

Welcome to Truth Tribe! In this episode, we explore the question: What does the Christian worldview teach us about creation? Join us as we delve into the biblical account of creation in Genesis, understand God as the Creator, and exami...

In this thought-provoking episode of Truth Tribe, host Douglas Groothuis delves into the enduring legacy of Blaise Pascal, the 17th-century philosopher and theologian. Discover how Pascal's insights on faith, reason, and the human condition continue to resonate today. Groothuis explores key themes from Pascal's works, including his famous "Wager," and discusses t...

This week, we'll continue our exploration of a counter catechism in part 4.

Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal (InterVarsity, 2024).

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This week, we'll continue our exploration of a counter catechism in part 3.

Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal (InterVarsity, 2024).

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This week, we'll continue our exploration of a counter catechism in part 2.

Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal (InterVarsity, 2024).

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This episode comes out of an article I wrote a few months ago called A Counter Catechism. I was inspired by a book called Life in the Negative World, where the author, a man named Ren, said we needed to know what we believe and what we don't believe in light of the negativity towards Christianity today, even the hostility. So I've written a piece on a counter catechism concerning belief in God, and I would like to re...

In this week's episode of Truth Tribe, Dr. Groothuis discusses the spiritual lessons learned from his dog, Sonny, a golden doodle. He reflects on the biblical references to animals, emphasizing that dogs, like all creatures, reveal God's existence and attributes. Dr. Groothuis argues against viewing pets as replacements for human children and highlights the importance of human procreation. He explores how dogs' existence, beauty, s...

In this episode, Dr. Groothuis discusses the suppression of free speech on college campuses, particularly by the "woke" ideology, referencing Herbert Marcuse's "Repressive Tolerance." 

Topics Covered:
Challenges of Intellectual Debate on College Campuses
Story of True Tolerance at the University of Oregon
Hopes for Future Academic Freedom

Other Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Groothius's book' Unmasking the New Age

American ...

Often I will read a previously published essay or review of mine, or maybe even part of one of my books. But today I'd like to be a little more off the cuff and talk about the need to return to reading, particularly reading books.

There's an article in The Atlantic Monthly, November 2024, called The Elite College Students Who Can't Read Books. To read a book in college, it helps to have read a book in high school, and this essay la...

We embraced the mediated life―from Facetune and Venmo to meme culture and the Metaverse―because these technologies offer novelty and convenience. But they also transform our sense of self and warp the boundaries between virtual and real. What are the costs? Who are we in a disembodied world?

In today's episode, Dr. Groothuis reviews Christine Rosen's book "The Extinction of Experience: Being Human in a Disembodied World," which cri...

In this episode of Truth Tribe, I review Carl Trueman's newest book, "To Change All Worlds: Critical Theory from Marx to Marcuse." His magisterial 2020 volume, "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self," established him as an insightful, rigorous, and incisive analyst who writes lucidly about complex ideas and places them into a Christian context. He then followed up this book with a smaller summary volume, which added new material,...

Dr. Groothuis offers a diverse range of seminars designed to equip churches and groups with essential knowledge on contemporary issues that are increasingly relevant in today's society. His expertise spans various topics, including apologetics, critical race theory, and gender identity, all of which are crucial for understanding and navigating the complexities of modern culture.

Apologetics Seminars

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