The Christian Think Tank PH

"Do not judge others," right? That's what Jesus says, yeah? Should we judge others? On this episode we dive into Matthew 7:1, study what Jesus says about judging others, and then break that down to find out what Jesus actually intends to teach in Matthew 7, and what the Bible actually says about judging others. ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode we talk about money and how you're (probably lol) robbing God. Joke lang... maybe. We dive into Malachi 3:10, talk about "tithing," and what it looks like for a follower of Christ to give financially to God's mission for the world. Join us on this episode as we delve into one of the most controversial topics in Christian practice today! ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode we discuss the reality of spiritual warfare, what tactics spiritual beings employ to attack us, and how we can best defend ourselves against these attacks. We also talk about what it means to be "on the offensive" in the war against spiritual beings.Join us as we journey through Scripture and theology! ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode we talk about Philippians 4:13... and how badly it has been misused by not only Christians, but the culture. We discuss the context of the book of Philippians, why Paul wrote the letter, and what Philippians 4:13 really means, and how we can really apply it in our everyday lives. Let's dive into biblical and historical theology together! ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph   TIMESTAMPS: 00:06:43 Summary of previous episode; ONION model 00:08:53 Intro of Philippians 4:13 00:15:00 Historical Context of Philippians (Ancient Near East Culture) 00:20:09 Ultimate Context of Philippians (how does it relate to Jesus?) 00:24:46 Broad Context of Philippians (about the Book of Philippians) 00:35:38 Local Context of Philippians 4 (about Chapter 4 of Philippians) 00:47:31 Textual Context of Philippians Chapter 4 Verse 13 00:51:20 Summary of Philippians 4:13

On this episode we talk about the Bible and philosophy by interpreting Colossians 2:8 and asking whether the Bible really discourages the study of philosophy, or whether it actually means something else entirely. This episode is jam packed with context to help you navigate this often misused text. Let's dive into the *philosophy* of Scripture together! ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode we talk about women and the church. We explore our personal thoughts on the issue derived from where we feel convicted Scripture is leading. However, it is important to note that the admins of CTT hold various positions on this issue, and this particular episode only explores a few of those. We talk women. We talk Scripture. We talk leadership. ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode of "Think Together," we dive into the age old saying that "we aren't here to win arguments, we are here to win souls." Is there any truth to this? What does this even mean? What ARE arguments? Should Christians "argue?"What does it mean to "win souls?"What does Scripture say?We dive into all of that in this PART 1 episode. **We apologize for the doubled audio on this episode. Please try to listen past it, as it can get frustratingly annoying.** ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPHYouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode of "Think With Me," we go over a model for interpreting the Bible faithfully, explain the model, give you practical ways to apply the model, and then apply the model ourselves to interpreting one of the most misunderstood passages in all of Scripture -- 1 Corinthians 8:1. Join us as we end our short 3-part series on Biblical Interpretation by showing you how to interpret the Bible in context(s) and how to apply it properly based on that interpretation. Does knowledge *really* puff up and make you arrogant? "THINK WITH ME" is a podcast of The Christian Think Tank PH where we dive into the toughest, most difficult, and often misunderstood passages in the Bible to place them in their proper context(s) so that you can arrive at an accurate interpretation of the text and therefore a proper application. --------------------------------------- Subscribe and Follow! Facebook | www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube | www.youtube.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode of "Think About It," Dan Monge dives into the so-called "Conspiracy of Constantine." What is this conspiracy, you ask? It is the claim that the church, scripture, and all of Christianity was started by Constantine in the 300sCE, and that's why Christianity is so evil and so dangerous today. Is there any truth to ANY of this? ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPHYouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankphSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

On this episode we dive into comments and concerns from young Filipinos who have been hurt by the church and left the church because of it. We talk about church hurt, church abuse, and whether the church today is a place where we find salvation, or a place that we need to be saved from. Join us for this difficult, but much needed episode. ---------------------------------------------- Main Page: www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH YouTube: www.youtube.com/thechristianthinktankph Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5j5IcO6G3Jj452S1VuI3LJ

This episode is Part 2 in our series on Biblical interpretation and context. On this episode, we take the book of James as a case study for how context(s) is essential to understanding the meaning of any given text of Scripture. We then explore and assess how to handle Bible "contradictions" and offer a key principle you can use anywhere. We chat life, Bible, theology, and applying Scripture to daily life. ---------------------- www. facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH

On this episode of "Think About It" Dan Monge dives into our senses, our experiences, and our perception. How we view the world and interact with it in relation to our senses has a great impact not only on the world itself, but on others. So, in what way does our perception actually affect the world? What can we do about it? Well, let's Think About It! ---------------------------------------------- www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH

On this episode we look at a real concern, from a real Filipino, in the real social media space. We respond to their concern, and then dive into Scripture, the reformation, and even the church fathers to explore question, "did God really write TWO books?" We talk Bible, theology, philosophy, and even science! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sources: The Belgic Confession, Article Two ------------------------------------------------------------------------ www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH www.youtube.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH

In this episode of "Think With Me," CTT host Dun Hope Penãlosa and CTT guest Kyle Barrington begin our exploration of Scripture by briefly outlining critical components of Biblical interpretation using the book of Romans as a case study. We focus on the importance of understanding Biblical context(s) and "peeling back the layers" of those contexts in order to arrive at a faithful interpretation of Scripture that attempts to reach the intent of the Holy Spirit inspired author. We chat life, we chat Bible, we chat history, we chat context(s).Think through Scripture in context with us! ---------------------------------------- Sources: Suetonius, The Life of the Caesars, p. 391 The IVP Bible Background Commentary, New Testament, p. 422-426 Expositor's Bible Commentary, Romans, p. 10-11 Ancient Christian Commentary on Romans The Whole Counsel of God - Introduction to Romans, Dr. Stephen De Young Romans, NCC, Craig Keener, p.1-15 Advanced Hermeneutics, Craig Keener, p. 3-8 How to Read the Bible for all Its Worth, Fee & Stuart, p. 36-42, p.58ff

On this episode we take a look back at the history of The Christian Think Tank PH, why we exist, and what our mission is. We then discuss the importance of thinking, the importance of together-ness, and the importance of thinking together. We look at Scripture, we look at the church, and we reflect on our own personal lives and why it is so important for a follower of Christ to learn how to think well together in community. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ www.facebook.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH www.youtube.com/TheChristianThinkTankPH