Filter: Biblical Clarity in a Confusing World
by Aaron Shamp
Our world can be confusing. Many of us are looking for clarity in how to think about the many topics and problems in our culture. In 'Filter,' Aaron Shamp engages the questions we all face in conversation with expert guests. This show provides you with biblical clarity for our confusing world so that you can face the chaos of life with wisdom, integrity, and courage. www.aaronshamp.com
Episodes
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Trevin Wax on the Praying through the Life of Jesus in 30 Days
In this conversation, Trevin Wax talks about his book Life of Jesus in 30 Days and the prayer journey it offers. He explains the inspiration behind the book and the structure of the prayer journey, which involves praying three times a day. Trevin emphasizes the importance of punctuating the day...
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Drew Dyck on Just Show Up and the Power of Small Acts of Faithfulness
In this Filter episode, I talked with Drew Dyck about his new book, Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything. Dyck shares his insights on the power of persistence and the significance of everyday faithfulness, challenging the common belief that only big, bold moments matter....
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Neil Shenvi on Critical Dilemma and Responding to Social Justice Ideologies
I’m excited to present another episode featuring Neil Shenvi, co-author of Critical Dilemma. In this conversation, we unravel the complexities of contemporary critical theories like critical race theory and social justice ideology. Shenvi and co-author Pat Sawyer navigate the implications of…
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Scott Klusendorf on The Case for Life and Objections to the Pro-Life Position
I’m excited to welcome Scott Klusendorf to the podcast to discuss the new edition of his book The Case for Life. This book is an insightful and compelling defense of the pro-life movement. With engaging writing and well-researched arguments, he dismantles common pro-choice beliefs, presenting a...
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Glenn Sunshine on Christianity and Halloween
Should Christians participate in Halloween? Glenn Sunshine comes back on the podcast to discuss the history of Halloween. We investigate its origins and how it changed over time. He also informs us how Halloween is celebrated differently today than it was in centuries past, and he helps us…
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Understanding and Applying the Numbers 6 Benediction Today
SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other…
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Jonathan Leeman on the Meaning, Limits, and Use of Authority
What does the Bible have to say about authority? The use of power is addressed all over Scripture and is relevant to every area of our lives. Authority is used in our homes, churches, workplaces, and the broader society. Jonathan Leeman joins the show on this episode to discuss these topics along...
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Samuel James on Digital Liturgies
Evangelicals frequently address the need for discerning the content with intake online. However, we are less likely to draw attention to how the web as a medium forms our character. Samuel James argues that we must draw attention to the habitat of the web and raise our awareness of how it pulls…
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Justin Whitmel Earley on Made for People, Loneliness, and Covenant Friendship
I’m excited to welcome back one of my favorite guests in this episode of Filter. I had the privilege of talking with Justin Whitmel Early about his new book, Made For People. Justin is insightful, clear, and practical as always. We discussed the theological foundations for friendship, what Justin...
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Barry Rowan on the Spiritual Art of Business, Calling, and Connecting Faith to Career
In this episode of Filter, I am pleased to welcome Barry Rowan to discuss his new book The Spiritual Art of Business. Drawing from his forty years of experience in corporate leadership, Barry teaches us about pursuing value in our relationship with God and bringing that value to work. He shares...
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Benjamin Laird on Creating the Canon, New Testament Composition, and Hebrews Authorship
Benjamin Laird joins the show to discuss his new book Creating the Canon. We discuss how the New Testament authors wrote their books and how this is different from the typical assumption. Benjamin also explained the process of how the New Testament canon was assembled by the ancient church....
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Doug Groothuis on World Religions in Seven Sentences
Doug Groothuis returns to the show to share about his newest book World Religions in Seven Sentences. This book is an excellent introduction to studying world religions, as Doug takes a unique and accessible approach to a vast topic. In our conversation, we discussed atheism, Buddhism, Judaism…
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Jason Thacker on The Age of AI
Jason Thacker joins the show to discuss the growth of AI technologies. The widespread accessibility of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, raises theological and ethical questions that thoughtful Christians must address. We cover these topics and explore the influence of the advanced digital age.…
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Brett McCracken on Movies that Celebrate the Virtue of Sacrifice
Brett McCracken joins the show to discuss great war movies you can watch to celebrate the Fourth of July. These movies are chosen for their quality of filmmaking, as well as for their themes of bravery, sacrifice, and more. We also discussed how Christians should think about movies and what it...
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Andy Bannister on How to Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot
I'm glad to welcome back Andy Bannister to discuss his new book How to Talk about Jesus without Looking like an Idiot. Get the book here: https://a.co/d/19DYnEm SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://www.aaronshamp.com/support –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Perseverance — Land of Fire [Audio…
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Nancy Pearcey on The Toxic War on Masculinity, Part 2
Welcome back to this special two-part interview with Professor Nancy Pearcey to celebrate hitting 100 episodes here on Filter. If you missed part 1, I’d recommend going back to catch up. However, you’ll still get a lot out of part 2, even if you don’t. In this second segment, we continue our...
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Nancy Pearcey on The Toxic War on Masculinity, Part 1
I’m thrilled to bring you the 100th episode of Filter. This podcast has been a blast to host and I hope that all of you in our audience have been helped by it. To celebrate our 100th episode, I am pleased to present this special two-part interview with Nancy Pearcey. Professor Pearcey and I…
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Mitchell Chase on Theology of the Fall, Genesis 3, and Our Calling in God's World
In this thought-provoking episode of Filter, I engage in a fascinating conversation with Mitchell Chase, biblical studies professor at SBTS and author of the new book Short of Glory. Together, we dive into the depths of understanding Genesis 3 within its rich context and explore its profound...
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Joshua Rasmussen on Minds, Consciousness, and Artificial Intelligence
In this episode of Filter, we delve into fascinating topics with Joshua Rasmussen, a renowned philosophy professor at Azusa Pacific University and author of Who Are You, Really? We'll explore the deep implications of the philosophy of mind, consciousness, and their relevance to Christian...
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Waiting for Answers to Prayer
In this episode, I’ll be discussing a topic that is close to many of our hearts - waiting for answers to prayer. In life, we all face moments where we desperately need relief, comfort, or a sense of direction. We turn to God in prayer and ask for help, hoping that our prayers will be answered....
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Shane Morris on The Masculine Crisis and Gender Confusion in Our Culture
I’m glad to welcome Shane Morris back to the podcast. In this episode, we discuss our culture’s confusion over gender and the crisis of masculinity. We talk about the difficulties of defining masculinity, and how Scripture can guide us in this project. Shane Morris is a senior writer at the…
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Mike McKinley on Friendship with God
On this episode, I am glad to welcome pastor and author Mike McKinley to discuss his newest book Friendship with God: A Path to Deeper Fellowship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Mike’s book presents a simple, practical guide to pursuing a stronger relationship with God. He does this by...
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Glenn Sunshine on the Lesser-Known Heroes of the Faith
Today, I have the pleasure of welcoming back historian and professor Glenn Sunshine, who specializes in the Reformation era and has authored several books on Christianity and culture. He's here to talk to us about his latest book, 32 Christians Who Changed Their World, which highlights the lives…
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Bill Myers on Creative Storytelling and Modern Media
In this episode, I’m glad to welcome Bill Myers, an award-winning author, filmmaker, and creator of the hit TV series McGee & Me. Bill shares his journey as a writer, from his early days of submitting scripts to television networks to his current book series, The Magnificent Mulligans. We explore...
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Melissa Cain Travis on Johann Kepler, Science, and Faith
I’m thrilled to have Melissa Cain Travis as our guest on today’s episode. Melissa's work explores how science and faith can intersect, and how this intersection can lead to a deeper understanding of both. In today's episode, we will be discussing the life and work of Johannes Kepler, and how his...
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Ned Bustard on The Real Saint Patrick and Lessons from His Story
The real story of Saint Patrick is a fascinating tale of the gospel’s power and a missionary’s faithfulness. Sadly, many people today don’t know anything more about St. Patrick than shamrocks and green beer. I’m glad to welcome Ned Bustard to the podcast to discuss his new book Saint Patrick the...
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Os Guinness on Signals of Transcendence and How To Recognize Them in Your Life
Os Guinness returns to the show to share about his newest book Signals of Transcendence. We discussed the idea of a signal of transcendence and look at the lives of several notable figures to see how the signals played a role in their conversion. Os tells us about the stories of C. S. Lewis, G.…
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Leah Savas on The Story of Abortion in America and a Post-Roe Future
In June of 2022, we saw the momentous Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Abortion has been a hotly contested issue ever since the Roe decision, but many people don’t realize that there is a history of abortion that goes beyond 1973. On this episode of Filter I am glad to welcome…
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Timothy Pickavance on Knowledge, Faith, and the Love of God
I’m excited to welcome Timothy Pickavance to the show. We discussed his new book Knowledge for the Love of God. We talked about the meaning of faith and why it is not contrary to knowledge. Tim also shows us how knowledge is necessary for the Christian life and growing in our relationship with…
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What It Means to Have Faith in God in Prayer
In Mark 11:22-24 Jesus said, “Have faith in God. Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says will happen, it will be done for him. Therefore I tell you, everything you pray and ask...
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Joe Miller on Baptism in the Spirit and Christian Unity
In John 3, Jesus told Nicodemus that in order to enter the Kingdom of God one must be born of water and of the Spirit. Later in the book of Acts, we read about Christians being baptized and receiving the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Baptism in the Spirit is a theological topic many believers are...
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Paul Gould on A Good and True Story, Our Stories, and the Signs that Point Us to God
On today’s episode, I’m glad to welcome Paul Gould. Paul and I discussed his latest book A Good and True Story: Eleven Clues to Understanding Our Universe and Your Place In It. He shares with us how we all inhabit a story and that within the story we inhabit there are signs that point us to the...
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Brandon Luckett on Health, Faith, and Competing at the CrossFit Games
Every Christian should endeavor to be the best steward of his life that he can be. We ought to honor God with our souls, worship, possessions, and our body. Stewardship of our body includes not just resisting sinful temptations but also treating it well with healthy habits. I’ve discovered that…
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Richard E. Averbeck on the Old Testament Law and the Christian
How should Christians understand and apply the Old Testament law? Many Christians are bewildered by the law sections of the Old Testament and sadly tend to ignore them. My guest on today’s show wants to help us to understand the law and its applications to us today. His name is Richard E.…
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LIVE INTERVIEW with Doug Groothuis on Fire In The Streets, Critical Race Theory, and Political Engagement
In the summer of 2020, we saw chaos, riots, and violence on American streets. The fire in the streets was paired with the message that Western culture is fundamentally divided into “oppressed” and “oppressor.” Ever since, we have been hearing leaders in government, media, medicine, higher...
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Hannah Nation on Faithful Disobedience and the Chinese House Church Movement
For decades, Christians in China have been oppressed the persecuted by a communist state. In spite of this opposition, the underground church there has continued to grow and thrive. We frequently hear the stories of their persecutions and courage, but it is a rare privilege to get to learn from…
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Bryan Chapell on Grace at Work and God's Calling
For many people, their job merely feels like a daily grind. But what if our vocations are a primary means of experiencing God’s purpose in our lives? On today’s show, I welcome Bryan Chapell to discuss his new book Grace at Work. We talk about how work is a vital way that we fulfill God’s purpose...
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Trevin Wax on the Thrill of Orthodoxy and Why We Need Historic Christianity
We have recently seen a number of once-prominent Christian leaders—as well as a number of believers online—announce that they are “deconstructing” their faith. Sadly, this deconstruction is often succeeded by a de-conversion. They embrace the position that orthodox, biblical Christianity is...
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Os Guinness on Zero Hour America, Freedom, and Responsibility
Os Guinness returns to the show to discuss his latest book Zero Hour America: History's Ultimatum over Freedom and the Answer We Must Give. We discussed the crisis of freedom in Western society, the nature of freedom, and what freedom requires. Os Guinness (DPhil, Oxford) is the author or editor…
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Sarah Cowan Johnson on Teaching Our Children Well
The calling of parenthood is to raise our children in the fear of the Lord. Yet, as all Christian parents know, this calling is easily lost in the chaos of life. We are juggling the various responsibilities of our households and the shifting challenges of raising our kids. In the midst of all…
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Travis Dickinson on How to Handle Doubts and Find Faith
Doubt is an experience in every person’s life—including the life of Christians. Yet, many of us are unwilling to acknowledge our doubts, or we are afraid of seeking help for our doubts because we fear that it reflects poorly on our faith. Therefore, too many believers will suppress their doubts...
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Richard Goodwin on Seeing Film with Eyes of Faith
In Francis Schaeffer’s classic book Art and the Bible he wrote, “Is the creative part of our life committed to Christ? Christ is the Lord of our whole life and the Christian life should produce not only truth—flaming truth—but also beauty.” He argued that art is important to the Christian life...
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How God Sees Sinners and Sufferers
How does God view me in my sins and sufferings? We often ask ourselves this question. We wonder if he pulls away from us because of our sinfulness. Our hearts doubt that he could desire someone who is as spiritually broken as we are. In this episode, I share a teaching from one of my favorite...
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Mark Talbot on Understanding Our Suffering through the Christian Worldview
Suffering causes us to ask hard questions about life. It also tests our faith as we question God’s goodness, or even existence, in the reality of a deeply broken world. One of the most important factors in how we handle suffering is the story that we believe about the world and ourselves. The…
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Sarah Zylstra on the Transgender Youth Phenomenon and How Parents Can Respond
PRODUCER'S NOTE: Due to technical problems with recording this episode, we had to utilize the internet backup files. The conversation isn't affected, but the audio and video quality is lower than usual. Apologies! Can I be a woman born in a man’s body? Is it possible that God could have made a...
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Jay Kim on Being an Analog Christian in an Age of Digital Dominance
Do you find yourself distracted lately? We live in a culture that has trained us to expect constant entertainment, endless content, and no effort to achieve contentment. These expectations have been made possible by the dominance of digital media in our lives. Jay Kim returns to this episode to...
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Chase Replogle on The 5 Masculine Instincts and How They Drive the Virtues and Vices of Men
Masculinity is a hot topic today in our swirling debates about gender and sexuality. Both in the church and the broader culture, people argue over the fundamental differences, roles, and definitions of masculinity and femininity. My guest on today’s show has an approach to considering the nature…
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Neil Shenvi on Christian Apologetics, Evangelism, and Meeting the Challenges of Today
The Christian faith will always have opponents, skeptics, and seekers who will attempt to challenge its credibility, which is why apologetics is always a necessity. Moreover, we need apologists because there are a wide diversity of intellectual challenges and personalities which must be engaged...
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Gordon T. Smith on Calling, Vocation, and Overcoming What Holds You Back
As Christians, we believe that every person in a relationship with God has a calling from God. We read this in passages such as Ephesians 2:8-10 where Paul tells us, “For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God’s gift — not from works, so that no one can...
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God's Purpose in Exile
When we go through times of difficulty, we often question God’s plans, promises, and disposition towards us. It’s easy to wonder what his purpose is for us when we are experiencing trials and suffering. There’s consolation in that when we read Scripture, we see many examples of God’s people going...
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Our world can be confusing. Many of us are looking for clarity in how to think about the many topics and problems in our culture. In 'Filter,' Aaron Shamp engages the questions we all face in conversation with expert guests. This show provides you with biblical clarity for our confusing world so that you can face the chaos of life with wisdom, integrity, and courage.
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