In this episode, James discusses the convergence of Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility that occured this March 31st. After clearing some ground about the Bible's teachings about our misdirected desires and actions, as well as what it means to be made in the image of God, James discusses the political messaging that can be a distraction to the Church (both on Easter and beyond). 

To read James' opinion piece published by Fox News, click here. 

For more of James' thinking on the Church and politics, purchase his new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness at amazon.com.

In this episode, James discusses the convergence of Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility that occured this March 31st. After clearing some ground about the Bible's teachings about our misdirected desires and actions, as well as what it means to be made in the image of God, James discusses the political messaging that can be a distraction to the Church (both on Easter and beyond). 
To read James' opinion piece published by Fox News, click <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/massachusetts-faith-leader-bidens-transgender-day-visibility-distraction-urges-compassion">here</a>. 
For more of James' thinking on the Church and politics, purchase his new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness at <a href="https://amzn.to/43KB3ye">amazon.com</a>.

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.

Find more from James at https://usefultogod.com/.

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at <a href="https://usefultogod.com/">https://usefultogod.com/</a>.

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.

Thinking Christian: Clear Theology for a Confusing World

Christians shouldn’t just think. They should think Christian. Join Dr. James Spencer and guests for calm, thoughtful, theological discussions about a variety of topics Christians face every day. The Thinking Christian Podcast will help you grow spiritually and learn theology as you seek to be faithful in a world that is becoming increasingly proficient at telling stories that deny Christ.
Find more from James at <a href="https://usefultogod.com/">https://usefultogod.com/.</a>

How Should Christians Respond When Slighted or Gaslighted? A Reflection on Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility

In this week's devotional, James considers Matthew 6 and its potential to help Christians think through the various practices in which they are engaged. James encourages us not just to ask whether or not we should engage in a particular practice, but how we should engage in it.  

In this week's devotional, James considers Matthew 6 and its potential to help Christians think through the various practices in which they are engaged. James encourages us not just to ask whether or not we should engage in a particular practice, but how we should engage in it.

How Matthew 6 Can Help Us Think about the Things We Do (and How We Do Them)

In this episode of Thinking Christian, James interacts with an essay published on June 17, 2024, in which the surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media. James discusses the importance of this call and the need for us to pause and think about the ways technology may be hindering us from conforming more closely to the image of Christ. 

You can view the Surgeon General's essay here. To read his previous advisory, click here. James also has an opinion piece dealing with the advisory at Christian Post.

For more on technology from James, check out the following resources and visit usefultogod.com. Be sure to check out James's 20 Questions: Christian Resistance, Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. 

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/

https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/

In this episode of Thinking Christian, James interacts with an essay published on June 17, 2024, in which the surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media. James discusses the importance of this call and the need for us to pause and think about the ways technology may be hindering us from conforming more closely to the image of Christ. 
You can view the Surgeon General's essay <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html">here</a>. To read his previous advisory, click <a href="https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/priorities/youth-mental-health/social-media/index.html">here</a>. James also has an opinion piece dealing with the advisory at <a href="https://www.christianpost.com/voices/social-media-for-the-good-or-the-doom-of-society.html">Christian Post</a>.
For more on technology from James, check out the following resources and visit <a href="http://www.usefultogod.com/james">usefultogod.com</a>. Be sure to check out James's <a href="https://usefultogod.com/info-guides">20 Questions: Christian Resistance, Technology, and Artificial Intelligence</a>. 
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/christians-think-human/</a>
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/how-should-we-think-about-kids-and-technology-a-conversation-with-david-eaton/</a>
<a href="https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/">https://www.thinkingchristianpodcast.com/thinking-christian-about-family-and-technology-use-a-conversation-with-krista-boan/</a>

Thinking Christian about Social Media (and Technology) with the Surgeon General

In this episode, James and Nate welcome Jason Gray. Jason is a Christian recording artist and deep thinker. James, Nate, and Jason discuss the creative process, Jason's musical influences, and the way that Jason goes about writing songs. They also discuss Jason's forthcoming book and some of his other musical offerings. 

To connect with James, visit https://usefultogod.com/contact-us.

You can find out more about Jason Gray at https://www.jasongraymusic.com/.

In this episode, James and Nate welcome Jason Gray. Jason is a Christian recording artist and deep thinker. James, Nate, and Jason discuss the creative process, Jason's musical influences, and the way that Jason goes about writing songs. They also discuss Jason's forthcoming book and some of his other musical offerings. 
To connect with James, visit <a href="https://usefultogod.com/contact-us">https://usefultogod.com/contact-us</a>.
You can find out more about Jason Gray at <a href="https://www.jasongraymusic.com/">https://www.jasongraymusic.com/</a>.

How Should Christians Respond When Slighted or Gaslighted? A Reflection on Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility

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