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    Optiv Theology Podcast

    Co-hosts Andy Schmitt and Nic Gibson discuss theology, culture, and other topics related to Christian life. They seek to answer some of the big questions that the Bible presents and help others think more deeply about faith. As they bring different views from separate generations, they model Christian discipleship and implore others to engage in thoughtful discussion and debate.
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    Episodes (132)

    Merry Christmas & Happy New year

    Merry Christmas & Happy New year

    Nic Gibson, Andy Schmitt, and Anneliese talk about Mary's significant role in the birth of Christ!

     

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    Catholicism vs. Protestantism (ft. David Deavel)

    Catholicism vs. Protestantism (ft. David Deavel)

    Nic Gibson and David Deavel discuss some of the similarities and differences in catholicism and protestantism.

     

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    #71 // How Should Christians Parent? (Pt. I)

    #71 // How Should Christians Parent? (Pt. I)

    Nic and Andy discuss gentle parenting and dangers of the self esteem movement.

     

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    Oaks Ministry Collaborative: Interview with Jill Reasa

    Oaks Ministry Collaborative: Interview with Jill Reasa

    Nic, Andy, and Jill Reasa talk about Jills new ministry, Oaks Ministry Collaborative. Oaks is a ministry focused on healing, discipleship, and the Gospel of Christ. 

     

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    #70 // Can a Christian be Enlightened?

    #70 // Can a Christian be Enlightened?

    Nic and Andy discuss Immanuel Kant's essay on enlightenment.

     

    Essay: http://www.columbia.edu/acis/ets/CCREAD/etscc/kant.html

     

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    In Sunshine or in Shadow: Interview with Bethany Peterson, Matthew Flaherty, and Anne Angel

    In Sunshine or in Shadow: Interview with Bethany Peterson, Matthew Flaherty, and Anne Angel

    Andy has a conversation with the Flaherty family about their new book of poetry called "In Sunshine or in Shadow - Poems for Every Season"

     

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    #69 // How should Christians talk about transgenderism?

    #69 // How should Christians talk about transgenderism?

    Nic and Andy respond to a podcast by Preston Sprinkle where he responds to a documentary by Matt Walsh. Good luck reading that last sentence. Enjoy the pod!

     

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    #68 // Is Hierarchy Tyranny?

    #68 // Is Hierarchy Tyranny?

    In this episode Nic and Andy discuss the natural law of hierarchy and how human can corrupt it and turn it into tyranny. They also discuss how people can build healthy hierarchy's that are fruitful!

     

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    #67 // What is deconstruction as it applies to faith in Jesus? (Part II)

    #67 // What is deconstruction as it applies to faith in Jesus? (Part II)

    Nic and Andy finish the discussion on deconstruction by talking about how to recognize when pastors and churches are deconstructing in a negative way. 

     

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    #66 // What is deconstruction as it applies to faith in Jesus? (Part I)

    #66 // What is deconstruction as it applies to faith in Jesus? (Part I)

    Nic and Andy discuss what it means to "deconstruct" your faith. They talk about weather Christians should or should not be critical of their faith and the dangers of critical theory done wrong.

     

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    #65 // What does it mean to be a woman? (ft. Anneliese/ Feminine_not_feminist)

    #65 // What does it mean to be a woman? (ft. Anneliese/ Feminine_not_feminist)

    Nic, Andy, and guest, Anneliese talk about biblical femininity and what the Bible truly says about being a woman. 

     


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glK6AwkA51s

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    #64 // How can Christians practice affirmation? (ft. Sam Crabtree)

    #64 // How can Christians practice affirmation? (ft. Sam Crabtree)

    Nic Gibson, Andy Schmitt, and Sam Crabtree talk about Sam's books, Practicing Affirmation and Practicing Thankfulness.  

     

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    #63 // Education Series | Homeschool (ft. Alexi Gibson)

    #63 // Education Series | Homeschool (ft. Alexi Gibson)

    Nic, Alexi, and Andy conclude the education series by talking about homeschooling.

     

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    #62 // Education Series | Private Schools (ft. Chuck Moore)

    #62 // Education Series | Private Schools (ft. Chuck Moore)

    Nic, Andy, and Chuck Moore talk about the pros and cons of private schools.

     

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    #61 // Education Series | Government Schools (ft. Adam Clausen)

    #61 // Education Series | Government Schools (ft. Adam Clausen)

    Nic, Adam, and Andy discuss the first "type" of schooling option for kids, government schools. They talk through the pros and cons of sending your kids to government schools and how Christians should be involved in volunteering in government schools to bring the gospel to people who wouldn't hear it otherwise. 

     

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    #60 // Are megachurches Biblical? (ft. Vince Pierri)

    #60 // Are megachurches Biblical? (ft. Vince Pierri)

    Andy and Vince talk about church growth, megachurches, and how the local church should be structured to prevent scandals and weak Christians.

     

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    #59 // How should Christians educate their kids?

    #59 // How should Christians educate their kids?

    Nic and Andy discuss the pros and cons to government schools, public schools, and homeschools.

     

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    Bonus: Roe v. Wade Update & Response

    Bonus: Roe v. Wade Update & Response

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    #58 // What is expressive individualism?

    #58 // What is expressive individualism?

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    #57 // What is the purpose of marriage? (ft. Mike Beresford)

    #57 // What is the purpose of marriage? (ft. Mike Beresford)

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