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Here you’ll find thoughtful articles exploring apologetics, theology, and worldview. Our goal is to equip believers, engage skeptics, and apply biblical truth to the most pressing questions of life, culture, and faith. Whether you’re wrestling with doubts, looking for answers, or simply eager to grow deeper in your understanding of Christianity, this is a place to read, reflect, and reason together.


Why MindShift Is WRONG About Free Will (11 Problems Answered)
Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein address a recent video by @MindShift-Brandon on 11 problems with free will that Christians don't want you to ask. Does he have some points? How WOULD/SHOULD Christians address these issues? Tim and Josh explain. Original Video: https://youtu.be/jsrj055tQ_U?si=qhBRnsZWlyjBM1Mf Dr. Tim Stratton and J.P. Moreland's paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/13/10/988 You Are Not Your Brain by Jeffery Schwartz and Rebecca Gladding: https://a.co/d/

Josh Klein
Sep 111 min read


Four (plus) Reasons We Can't Be Mormon
There is no disrespect meant in the title. Saying "members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" is just too long for a YouTube video title! That said, Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein assess the claims of the LDS, both historically and theologically. Why can't we be mormons? Here's why! Maven Experience: https://maventruth.com/immersive-experience/ Josephlied.com: https://www.mormoninfo.org/ ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 05:45 Maven and Its Importance

Josh Klein
Sep 31 min read


Four Reasons We Are NOT Catholic
In our continued "why we're not series" Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein turn their eyes towards Catholicism. Why aren't they Catholic? They give four reasons why and the fourth one may surprise you! Sound Faith Conference 2025: soundfaithomaha.com Why we're not Open Theists: Why I Love The Catholic Church and Why I'm Not A Catholic Article: https://freethinkingministries.com/why-i-love-the-catholic-church-and-why-i-am-not-catholic/ What it means to be protestant by Gav

Josh Klein
Aug 261 min read


What Does Dr. Jordan B Peterson REALLY Believe? | FTMonthly #22
See video here: https://youtu.be/hSRt1Tt0OZk FTMonthly is back with a special episode. This month Josh explores what theological label would best describe Dr. @JordanBPeterson 's beliefs based on his own writings and public statements. Would one consider Peterson a Christian? Find out here. Join the team and support us: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Note: Each video used in this podcast is subject to fair use laws as we are providing commentary on each secti

Josh Klein
Jun 131 min read


Heaven MIGHT Look More Like Sci-Fi Than Sunday School
See full podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q4xXW290rtU Ever thought of what Heaven might be like? Josh Klein and Thomas Moller jump into a bit "what if" in this episode. Josh and Thomas posit that heaven might be more like Sci-Fi than we think.... Joint the team in support! https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Heaven and Science Fiction: https://freethinkingministries.com/heaven-and-science-fiction/ ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Faceb

Josh Klein
Jun 131 min read


Disturbing Andy Stanley Youth LGBTQ+ Training Video Exposed
Josh Klein teams up with @CalibrateConversations to analyze a recent youth leader training video that was leaked to the public from North Point church (Andy Stanley's Church). Josh and Brady analyze the training from the good to the bad to the horrific and everything in between. Support the ministry: freethinkingministries.com/donate Josh's article on Andy Stanley: https://freethinkingministries.com/the-curious-case-of-andy-stanley/ 📌 Topics Covered Theological drift

Josh Klein
Apr 161 min read


Epic or Excess? An Analytic Review of Amazon's House of David
Josh takes on the Amazon hit show House of David. The problems, the good things, source material and... was it good? Note: All clips used in this review are subject to Fair Use law and fall under the guidelines and parameters thereof. Support the ministry: https://freethinkingministries.com/donate/ Notes: House of David on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DT4V5C9D/ref=atv_hm_hom_c_lZOsi7_2_1?jic=8%7CEgNhbGw%3D House of David IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/tit

Josh Klein
Apr 101 min read
Neither Left nor Right: The Truth as its Own Side | FTMonthly 20
In the 20th episode of FTMonthly Josh tackles cultural issues on both the left and right. The truth, is its own side, is that third wayism? Josh says no and analyzes a debate with Randal Rouser, The "woke right" and what to make of a sword ban in the UK and a troubling sermon from a Lutheran pastor about Jesus needing to "expand his goodness?" Check out full Trinity Radio debate: Be Emboldened interview in spiritual abuse - https://youtu.be/Rejb7Qk5wfI?si=xMHpE-3s11-SzSoH

Josh Klein
Apr 71 min read
Trump's Cabinet... Good or Bad?
It can be difficult parsing through the weeds of political appointments, especially as Christians. Not everyone has the time or ability so Josh Klein is joined by Winter Knight and Desert Rose to break down most of the cabinet picks in this episode with a Christian Conservative perspective... Are they good or bad, should Christians expect more or less? Take a listen to this episode to find out! ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: Instagr

Josh Klein
Jan 231 min read
How Society Falls | FTMonthly 17
In this episode Josh wishes you a happy new year! He tackles the devastation of school violence, the debate surrounding David and Bathsheba sparked by a recent interview by @SeanMcDowell of @CarmenJoyImesPhD on the topic and Josh analyzes recent case study on brokenness in the Only Fans' "model" Lily Phillips recent documentary. Notes: Are Christian Schools being targeted? - https://www.newsweek.com/abundant-life-christian-school-shootings-feather-river-2024-2001735

Josh Klein
Jan 61 min read
Is the Shroud of Turin Legit?
Could the Shroud of Turin be legit? Dr. Tim Stratton joins an expert on the Shroud named Ken Bailey who argues that it is. ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking #turin #shroud Check out this episode!

Josh Klein
Dec 12, 20241 min read
Trump Won! A FreeThinking Reaction
Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they react to, not only the presidential race but also the Nebraska races and initiatives. Where do we go forward from here? For those that held their nose and voted for Trump, what's our responsibility going forward? Is this a good thing? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc

Josh Klein
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Which Way Christian? | FTMonthly #13
Season 2 of FTMonthly is here and Josh Klein comes out swinging! In this episode we ask... Which Way Christian? We look at the differences between Russell Brand's transformation and Progressive Theology's transformation of the church that leads to.... the Olympics. NOTES: Russell Brand Journey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellbrand/ Source Videos: https://youtu.be/uE6E15MzKgU?si=Ac7fg8pJxfDjoVTo https://youtu.be/DQ5DcKlFc2I?si=XJnZ1GUMfaD3euQB https://youtu.be/

Josh Klein
Aug 8, 20241 min read
Dismantling Arguments and Culture
Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they tackle recent arguments made against Dr. Stratton's "Alien Gospel" video with Phil Bair and as they look at cultural issues across the spectrum... from Red Heifer and End Times, to the war in Israel and even tackling Mark Driscoll and the stripper controversy... And doing all of this LIVE! We'll answer questions and comments too! Links Discussed: Mark Driscoll: https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/1779660848933560503 https://x.com/Pr

Josh Klein
Apr 17, 20241 min read
A Moral Obligation to Vote For... Trump?
In this episode Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss some objections and reactions to a recent article released on @FreethinkingMinistries website called A Moral Obligation to Vote for an Immoral Candidate. Check out the article: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immoral-candidate/ Shenvi Blog debate with Mason: https://shenviapologetics.com/dialogue-with-bradly-mason-part-1/ (All 12 parts linked at the bottom) Captain American Nation

Josh Klein
Apr 10, 20241 min read
So Many Moral Arguments! W/ dr. Tim Stratton
One of my favorite arguments for the existence of God is the moral argument. To say that the moral argument has caused a stir in the waters of philosophy would be a gross understatement. The syllogism has made such an impact that committed atheists debate amongst themselves as to which premise they ought to reject. The popular version of the moral argument can be formulated like this: If God does not exist, objective moral values and duties do not exist. Objective moral value

Josh Klein
Apr 9, 20241 min read
Good Friday, Christ is King... Plus Red Pill Logic | FTMonthly #10 W/ Josh Kelin
On this episode Josh dives into Trump's Bible campaign, an apologetic from the Cross and whether or not the phrase Christ is King is anti-Semitic. For the main thing he tackles the Red Pill culture's logic concerning marriage and how we as Christian ought to respond. Notes: Moral Obligation to vote for an Immoral Candidate: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immoral-candidate/ Trumps Bible Commercial on Twitter: https://x.com/JoshRKlein/s

Josh Klein
Apr 2, 20241 min read
Does Rationality Require Libertarian Freedom? S2 E1
In this episode, together with Dr. John DePoe, we explore the relationship between rationality and libertarian freedom. Can rationality fully flourish in the absence of libertarian freedom? Is freedom an essential catalyst for logical thinking and informed decision-making? We will address fundamental questions about the human mind and libertarian freedom. In addition, we'll answer some objections that stand against this idea. So, if you are interested and want to know more ab

Josh Klein
Mar 6, 20241 min read
Dissecting Jordan Peterson's We Who Struggle With God | FTMonthly #9
In this episode of FTMonthly I (Josh Klein) am joined by the founder of FreeThinking Ministries, Dr. Tim Stratton, as we break down Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's appearance in Omaha, Nebraska on his upcoming book We Who Wrestle with God. We analyze the evening, ask questions about Jordan's faith and interpretation of scripture as well as his diagnosis of culture and more. Notes: We Who Wrestle With God book: https://a.co/d/hiEtzIW Dr. Jordan Peterson's YouTube Channel: @JordanB

Josh Klein
Mar 6, 20241 min read
Affirmation Theology and Ali's Big Flip | FTMonthly #6 W/ Josh Klein
This episode of FTMonthly focuses on Give Where You Live and how FreeThinking Ministries can exist and our mission. We also look at Porn Hub's scandal and why Porn should be illegal as well as a prominent atheist turning to Christ! For our Main Thing, Brady Cone of @CalibrateConversations joins Josh to discuss the damage of tacitly endorsing affirmation theology. Ayaan Hirsi Ali article: https://unherd.com/2023/11/why-i-am-now-a-christian/ Porn Hub Investigation:...

Josh Klein
Feb 20, 20241 min read
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