Defend and Confirm Podcast

How to Think Biblically About Your Government

In this final episode of our series on political theology, we look at how rulers should practically apply what Scripture teaches in our nation today. 

How Should Christians Think About Neurodiversity? | LIVE Call In

In this show Sean and Russell talk about neurodiversity, a concerning concept related to mental health and disability that has been making its way into Christian circles.

The Bible and IVF | LIVE Call In | AL State Rep Terri Collins

We talk with two Alabama State representatives on the issue of IVF and abortion. It gets tense. Sean gets uncomfortable. Follow us on Youtube to watch these shows live!

What Theonomy Gets Wrong: Part 2

We continue our critique of Theonomy, and respond to criticism of our previous episode from our theonomist brothers. 

What Theonomy Gets Wrong: Biblical Justice

Is God's law relevant for civil governments today? Yes, but not in the way that advocates of theonomy think. In this episode we look at what the Bible authorizes civil governments to do (and what he doesn't). If you find this and haven't listened to our first two episodes in this series, you're missing out!

Episode 68: Theology of Church and State

The separation of church and state is a Christian doctrine, yet today, many enemies of Christianity insist this phrase means the separation of religion and politics. In this second episode in our series on political theology, we look at what the bible has to say about these two institutions and their authority.

Episode 68: Biblical Theology of the State

In this first episode of our series on political theology, we look at the biblical history of covenants and show how bad thinking in this area leads to the two major errors of contemporary evangelical political thought.

Episode 67: Friendly fire: The Dangers of Being on the Right Side of the Social Justice Controversy

It’s important that we clean up our own ranks. Do you oppose critical theory? Good! Do you oppose it in a way that is unbecoming of the Lord’s servant? (2 Timothy 2:24)

Episode 66: A Little Help From Our Friends: Brooks Buser on Multiplying Movements

In this episode, we interview Brooks Buser of Radius International. We ask Brooks if our critics are right: Have we been too severe in our assessment of multiplying movements? Tune in for another perspective from a trusted voice on missions to the glory of God.

Episode 65: Should The Gospel Offend Muslims?

In this episode, we interact with criticisms of Sean's quote in the film, American Gospel, "If a pastor can preach in such a way that a Muslim can sit in that audience and not be offended— then he is not preaching the gospel of Christ and Christ crucified." What do those on social media have to say about the offense of the gospel, and how do these views line up with scripture?