A.P.T.Cast: Recent Episodes
Alex and Wes
Applied Philosophy and Theology with Alex and Wes. How does a worldview translate to day-to-day life? That's what we're here to discuss.
As Cuomo is looking like the next politician falling to #MeToo, how ought we to think about such accusations? With such complexity, a one-size-fits-all approach just won't do.
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The Pope heads to the Middle East to a prayer service attempting to bring together the "sons and daughters of Abraham". Even among the three most well-known groups - Judaism, Islam, and Christianity - there are many important differences between them. Is unity possible, given such deep convictional differences? How should we approach discussions with those of similar, yet different, faiths in discussion and relationship?
https://notthebee.com/article/pope-francis-is-going-to-straight-up-pray-at-an-ancient-pagan-temple
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-pope-iraq-ur-preparations/popes-visit-to-iraqi-ziggurat-to-bring-together-several-faiths-and-hopefully-lure-more-visitors-idUSKBN2AM0YN
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Alex and Wes break down the response to a certain Senator's trip across the border. Then, in an ongoing effort to investigate the various emerging structural outlines of racism, discussion centers around the 8 White Identities of Barnor Hesse, a professor at Northwestern University.
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While Alex is away, Wes and KC open up the 1689 London Baptist Confession to begin an ongoing discussion on Bible, theology, and life.
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- Know your audience
a. Take them seriously
i. Unless they give you reason otherwise
b. Distinguish between people and ideas
c. Remember the onlookers
- Have a safe space, but…
a. Get out of it
b. Be able to take criticism (fair or not)
- Know your purpose
a. Genuine conversation
i. Start with a shock
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Helps filter out the riffraff
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Honestly engage with people who respond
ii. Ask questions
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Often helps diffuse aggressive encounters
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Builds relationships
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Where possible, find common ground
iii. Avoid fallacies and know how to identify them
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Appeal to emotion
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Ad hominem
b. Be willing to end without agreement and without a “winner”
- Stand firm in your convictions
a. Have courage to speak out
b. Be willing to be wrong
i. Take correction
ii. Take responsibility for error
- Continue the conversation offline
a. Not every disagreement or discussion has to be out in the open
b. Private conversations can be more effective
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Wes and KC talk starting a new school year under the haze of the current pandemic, parental responsibility, and what we can do as Christians to help.
Wes talks with a longtime friend about some current issues. Parenting during the pandemic, POTUS, activism, evangelism, and racism in the church. Plenty of disagreement, but plenty of agreement and just the right amount of love and respect for one another.
Alex and Wes continue the conversation, this time delving a little bit deeper into the spheres of the individual, the household, the church, and the government.
Alex makes his glorious return! Also KC joins us for a discussion on Theonomy, with some specific applications. Part 1 of 2
We get another visit from another friend of the show! Kemp stops in to talk about George Floyd, the riots across the country, and the Confederate monument in Birmingham, AL. His unique experience and expertise lend a hand in understanding the complexity of our culture's current predicament.
Ravi Zacharias was a man that impacted the world. In this episode, Wes recalls some of the most impactful ideas from this great man - answering the problem of evil, questions every worldview must answer, and how to reach this generation.
KC fills in for Alex this week. Wes and KC talk about being musicians, music in worship, and the first ever Top 5 list on the A.P.T. Cast.
Alex and Wes take a much needed breather from the TULIP series and are visited by friend of the show KC Hill, who talks about being a schoolteacher the past couple months and the challenge of teaching music though a video call.
Continuing from part 1, Alex and Wes discuss the implications of not only Unconditional Election but potential replacements as well. Part 2 of 2
Alex and Wes talk election, predestination, providence, and the character of God. Part 1 of 2
Continuing from the previous episode, Alex and Wes get into how Total Depravity isn't an isolated doctrine but influences other areas of doctrine (including election). Part 2 of 2
The audio from our first go at a live episode. Audio issues took out the intro, so you're dropped into Alex and Wes discussing Total Depravity. 1 of 2
Alex and Wes talk Reformation, TULIP, the 5 Solas, and various lapsarianisms. Wes also gives a couple non-Calvinists he likes and Alex reciprocates with Calvinists he's fond of.
Alex and Wes get theological, talking about the sovereignty of God amidst the recent outbreak of the coronavirus. May this be an encouragement to you in this difficult time.
A local election official (Wes) talks voting. Why we vote, why we don't vote, and how voting both reflects our worldview as well as opens doors for enacting change in our communities.
Alex and Wes talk about the greatest catastrophe of our time. Or is it? Tune in and find out. What do you think? Let us know at www.facebook.com/APTpodcast
Alex and Wes discuss the death penalty in modern society. Is it outdated and unjust? Is it still a means of executing justice? Listen and let us know what you think!
Political current events with Alex: Breaking down the Iowa Caucus debacle, the SOTU address conflict & fact checking, and the Impeachment Trial votes in the Senate. How are Christians responding, and how should we respond?
How can one be pro-life and pro-gun? Alex and Wes dig in and see if those positions are as contradictory as they seem
On a week sandwiched by the pro-abortion rally last weekend and the pro-life rally this coming weekend, Wes and Alex thought it prudent to discuss the topic of human life. What does it mean to be pro-life? What stance should we take biblically, constitutionally, or even scientifically? This is more than just a talking point for many, including the hosts.
If you are pregnant in Alabama and need help, contact savalife.org; if you have experienced an abortion and are looking for healing, abortionrecoveryalabama.org. Outside of Alabama? Reach out to your local pregnancy care center. There is help, and there are people just like you who are willing to do whatever possible to help you.
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Was taking the life of Qasem Soleimani constitutionally or biblically just? How should we think about a broad topic such as terrorism and international warfare? Where does due process fit in? Alex and Wes dig in and let's see what they found....
Diagnosing a worldview
A few questions to answer
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What are the distinctives of different worldviews?
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What are some elements of these worldviews?
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How can this help me in interactions?
A. Theism – God is distinct from creation, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity
B. Pantheism – Creation is god, Buddhism and humanism
C. Panentheism – All creation is god but god is more than just creation, Hinduism
- Authority
Protestant Christians – Sola Scriptura, God
Roman Catholicism – Scripture and Church/Tradition
Mormons and other Christian cults have additional “Scriptures” and additional earthly authorities
Humanism – man is the measure of all things (self-referential)
- Axioms
Definition - a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true.
Examples for Christians
i. The Bible is true
ii. Christ is King
iii. Human beings are created in the image of God
iv. Absolute nature of moral truths
- Application
Sola Scriptura
All earthly authorities must rightly submit to Christ as ultimate authority
Human beings have intrinsic value and worth
Denial of moral relativism
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We introduce ourselves to the podcasting world! We discuss impeachment, presuppositional politics, Calvinism, and other fun stuff.