Ted asks about C.S. Lewis’ rhetorical comment in one of his letters, in which he mentions dogs and arithmetic. Rod talks about critical thinking, what Lewis faced when he made claims with his mentor, William Kirkpatrick, and the difference between making simple assertions versus making an evidence based argument for a position, such as with Christian apologetics.

Produced by: Rick Ritchie

SHOW NOTES: Martin Luther’s “Small Catechism” - https://bookofconcord.org/small-catechism/small-catechism-pdf/

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Giving Tuesday is Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023 – SAVE THE DATE!

We are only a couple weeks away from a very important day for 1517. We’re coming up on Giving Tuesday! People worldwide celebrate Giving Tuesday by donating to their favorite nonprofit organizations.

1517 will be participating with a goal to raise $200,000 and we hope you will join us. Every single gift we receive that day will go towards projects like this one AND will be 100% matched! So... Do you love Talks with Dad Rod? Or, do you love the articles and books 1517 Publishing puts out? Or, maybe The HWSS conferences or 1517 Academy?

If you answered “Yes!” to any or all of these questions, please join us on Giving Tuesday! Your support makes these resources and this very show possible – we are completely funded by listeners. Please consider supporting through the link in the show notes.

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Launch of “Freedom Lessons” https://www.1517.org/freedomlessons

What do seminary professors, Luther’s Small Catechism, and Hip Hop have in common?

With a surprising blend of contributors, 1517 Music proudly presents “Freedom Lessons”, its latest musical creation. "Freedom Lessons" delves into the core teachings of Luther's Small Catechism through the medium of music, offering a fresh and innovative way to convey the Reformation's enduring truths. This album is a testament to 1517 Music's commitment to conveying the profound truths of the Reformation in a creative and captivating manner.

This record explores the chief parts of Luther’s Small Catechism through music. It features performances by Flame, LOSO, and many other highly talented musicians. Bookmark the page linked above, as we will have more freedom lessons resources, like a study guide, a limited podcast, and more coming soon.

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Tuesday, Nov 14 – “Release of Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition” https://shop.1517.org/products/your-god-is-too-glorious-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places?variant=43951736160468

Your God Is Too Glorious reminds readers that while a quiet life may look unimpressive to the world, it’s the regular, everyday people that God tends to use to do his most important work. 

Now available in a second edition, Chad Bird invites the reader to go deeper into the pursuit of the faithful, ordinary life with study questions at the end of each chapter for personal or corporate use.

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