3 OCT 2022 · "FREEDOM OF SPEECH, FREEDOM OF CONSCIENCE, & 'WHAT ARE YOUR PRONOUNS?'" In this episode of Thoughtful Christianity, Dr. Corey Miller speaks to Dr. Nicholas Meriwether and his attorney, Travis Barham. Dr. Meriwether, a faculty member at Shawnee State University, is involved with a lawsuit with Shawnee State. A disgruntled student in his class demanded that Dr. Meriwether call the person by their chosen pronoun -- what followed is a dispute over freedom of speech, mind, and the recent movement that leads some to believe that disagreement and debate is equal to hate. You don't want to miss this episode! #criticalracetheory #gender #pronoun 00:05 Introduction 02:21 Meriwether v. The Trustees of Shawnee State University 06:30 Why is it Important to Refuse to Use Preferred Pronouns? 10:54 The Philosophical Assumptions Involved in the Gender Debate 15:11 Viewpoint Diversity & Coercive Speech 20:05 Advice for How Each of Us Can Respond to the Issue

19 SEP 2022 · Dr. Corey Miller welcomes Chantal Monique Duson onto the program to discuss her book "Reconciled: A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity". Monique outlines her journey from growing up in Los Angeles, graduating from Biola University, and doing missions work in South Africa, all while believing firmly in Critical Race Theory. It wasn't until she was counseled to look at what the Bible actually says about reconciliation that she began to look at things from a Biblical perspective rather than what the culture around her told her.

5 SEP 2022 · In this episode of Thoughtful Christianity, President of Ratio Christi, Dr. Corey Miller interviews Eric Johnson about his new book "Introducing Christianity to Mormons". The two discuss the distinctions between Christianity and the LDS faith while hitting some topics that Christians can use to provoke self-reflection with their Mormon friends. Don't miss this one if you're looking for ways to dialogue with your Latter Day Saints neighbors! Introduction 00:05 Why Another Book About Mormonism is Important 01:33 Do Mormons Care About the Truth 06:31 Archaeology and Mormonism 08:00 Biblical God Vs. Mormon God 16:02 Biblical Jesus Vs. Mormon Jesus 19:20 Biblical Grace Vs. Mormon Grace 23:45 Final Thoughts 28:23 For more information on Ratio Christi, visit: ratiochristi.org

22 AUG 2022 · Dr. Linda Seiler (lindaseiler.com) joins Dr. Corey Miller to tell her story of growing up thinking that she was a man trapped in a woman's body, to living with content as a woman and a follower of Jesus. Not only does Dr. Seiler have personal experience with LGBT feelings, but she's done her research and knows what she's talking about. On this episode of Thoughtful Christianity, hear from someone who's been transformed by Christ, inside and out. #transgenderstory #lgbtchristian #conversionstories For more about Ratio Christi, visit ratiochristi.org 00:05 Introduction 02:28 Linda's Story 13:22 The Process of Sanctification 21:11 Born that Way? 30:53 The Cause of High Suicide Rates 36:27 Evaluating Conversion Therapy

1 AUG 2022 · Dr. Corey Miller welcomes Jewish Christian, Dr. Randy Newman to the vodcast to discuss his new book, "Engaging with Jewish People." The two talk about Jewish culture and how Christians need to have both sensitivity and boldness when conversing with their Jewish friends. 00:05 Introduction 01:34 "Jew" versus "Jewish People" 03:36 Dr. Newman's Testimony 10:10 What Does it Mean to be Jewish? 16:43 Anti-Semitism in Christian History 18:50 Talking About Jesus with Jewish People 21:21 C.S. Lewis and Matthew's Gospel 24:24 Jewish People's Thoughts about Jesus 29:33 Modern Jewish Movements 32:43 Judaism as a Religion & Ethnicity 35:25 Practical Tips for Conversing with Jewish People

26 JUL 2022 · In this episode of Thoughtful Christianity, Dr. Corey Miller speaks with Joe Dallas, a former gay pastor. Joe shares his story, as he outlines the steps he took to come to know Christ and to seek holiness. Mr. Dallas' experience and his published works on sexuality make him an invaluable resource for those struggling with homosexual thoughts, but still are searching for truth. For more info about ratiochristi, visit ratiochristi.org For more info on Joe Dallas, visit his website: joedallas.com #homosexuality #christiansexuality #lgbtchristian 0:05 Introduction 2:05 Joe's Story 8:33 Pro-Gay Theology 13:33 Dealing with Desire 21:54 Genetics and Homosexuality 27:06 Intuition vs. Cultural Pressure 30:20 Defining Tolerance 32:32 Preoccupied with Homosexuality? 34:40 Counseling Those Who Struggle 38:18 When a Family Member "Comes Out" 41:30 Conclusion

11 JUL 2022 · Dr. Corey Miller invites former Planned Parenthood director and writer producer of the movie "Unplanned", Abby Johnson, to come on the vodcast to discuss the end of Roe and the next steps in the fight against abortion in America. #plannedparenthood #abortion #roevwade 5:01 Introduction 1:59 The End of Roe 4:36 The Next Battleground 9:17 The Anti-Women Abortion Movement 12:43 Planned Parenthood Founded on Racism 15:37 Not Seeing the Victim 20:41 Pro-Life Next Steps 23:44 Further Resources To learn more about Ratio Christi, visit: ratiochristi.org To learn how you can help in the next Pro-Life movement and learn more about Abby Johnson's work, visit: abbyj.com

11 JUL 2022 · President of Ratio Christi, Dr. Corey Miller, invites organic chemist, Dr. James Tour onto the show to discuss multiple apparent controversies between science and Scripture. The two men discuss evolution, intelligent design, the origin of life, and much more in this episode of Thoughtful Christianity that explores the contours of our faith in the world of science. #originoflife #darwinism #biochemistry

27 JUN 2022 · In this episode of Thoughtful Christianity, Dr. Corey Miller speaks with former recipient of the Legatus Christi award, Tim Hsiao. Mr. Hsiao is a policeman, a philosopher, and a peer-reviewed published writer who's papers cover many hot topics in ethics and culture. The two men discuss the morality of gun ownership, the ethics of personal defense, and much more! 6:06 The Practicality of Philosophy 11:16 Should Christians be Pacifists? 17:39 Gun Control and the Courts 23:03 The Right to Carry Arms 27:26 Should There be Limits to Personal Firepower? 31:37 Defense as a Moral Obligation 34:00 The Principle of Double Effect 36:47 Weighing Outcomes and Utilitarianism

13 MAY 2022 · Author of multiple books examining Darwinism's connections to Nazism and other ideologies, Dr. Richard Weikart sits down with president of Ratio Christi, Dr. Corey Miller to discuss his work. Dr. Weikart's research shows how ideas inherent in Darwinism have impacted social movements from Marxism to Nazism. Some say that White Nationalism is an outgrowth of the Christian church in America, but what does the research show? Dr. Miller and Dr. Weikart cover that question and more in this latest episode of Thoughtful Christianity! 0:05 Intro 1:55 Darwin and Hitler 7:03 "The Struggle for Existence" 12:19 How Darwinism Devalues Life 15:25 Defining Social Darwinism 22:40 Deriving "Ought" from "Is" 26:54 Comparing Marxism and Nazism 30:00 Pantheism and Materialism 34:30 Defining White Nationalism 38:43 Is Darwinism a Religion? 42:25 Ratio Christi and the Marketplace of Ideas 44:54 Outro