Thinking Christianly

#31 – Understanding Free Will and Living Well

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Stan, JP, and Jordan delved deeper into the concepts of libertarian free will, compatibilism, and determinism, extending their discussion beyond theological topics to many other important issues.

 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • Implications of our understanding of freedom related to law and politics
  • The difference between freedom and determinism in the social sciences
  • Understanding counseling in light of our free will
  • How understanding the nature of free will helps us grow in Christ
  • Free will as a reason to believe we have a soul
  • The theme of hope and redemption in Scripture, and why this should inform our views on freedom

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    Resources and References:

    • John Seale, The National Endowment for the Humanities
    • Mass Shootings: The Role of the Media in Promoting Generalized Imitation
    • Peggy Noonan, “We’re More Than Political Animals” – Wall Street Journal
    • Thinking Christianly #19: Finding Quiet When Experiencing Anxiety and Depression
    • Dallas Willard, The Spirit of the Disciplines
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