The Art of Discernment

Dec 04 2024 32 ep. 30 mins 41
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How does Scripture apply to life's most pressing and practical questions? Tune in as we welcome friends of The Master's University for conversations designed to hone your biblical discernment on a wide range of theological, academic, and practical topics. If you want to grow in your love for Christ and Scripture, subscribe to our YouTube channel and don’t miss an episode.

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Ep. 32: 10 Misconceptions about Creationism

Dec 04 2024 28 mins  
On this episode of The Art of Discernment, Dr. Matthew McLain, dean of TMU’s School of Science, Mathematics, Technology & Health, discusses the following questions concerning creation: What are some common misconceptions regarding creation? Why is it essential to understand the full story of creation? How should Christians think about scientific topics that aren't explici

Ep. 31: Biblical Masculinity

Nov 04 2024 39 mins  
On this episode of The Art of Discernment, Dr. Greg Gifford, chair of the Biblical Studies Department, answers the following questions concerning masculinity: What are five characteristics of biblical masculinity? Why is it important for men to work hard and take initiative? What are the dangers of passivity in men? Dr. Gifford and Dr. Bob Dickson, today's host, also del

Ep. 30: AI and the Christian

Oct 21 2024 52 mins  
On this episode of the Art of Discernment, Dr. Mitch Hopewell, Dr. Tai-Danae Bradley, and Prof. Jo Suzuki from The Master’s University faculty answer questions related to Christians and artificial intelligence, including: Why are people drawn to technology that mimics human interaction? How should Christians approach their interaction with AI, and what are the benefits an

Ep. 29: How To Study the End Times

Oct 07 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of The Art of Discernment, Dr. Abner Chou, president of The Master's University and Seminary, answers the following questions concerning eschatology: - How important is it that someone come to a firm conviction about the end times? - Where should someone who feels overwhelmed by trying to understand eschatology even begin their study? - What role do hermeneutics pl

Ep. 28: Wisdom for Navigating K-12 Education

Apr 22 2024 32 mins  
In this episode of The Art of Discernment, Dr. Bob Dickson interviews Dr. Jordan Morton, the dean of The Master's University's Pearl C. Schaffer School of Education, about navigating K-12 education. They discuss the myriad options available to Christian parents today, from public schools to home schooling, and how to thoughtfully evaluate each one. Morton shares valuable in

Ep. 27: More Than Numbers - Biblical Church Growth

Apr 08 2024 50 mins  
Harry Walls, campus pastor at The Master's University, welcomes Dr. Carl Hargrove to discuss the vital ministry of church revitalization. Hargrove, a fellowship pastor at Grace Community Church and director of Grace Advance, explains what church revitalization involves and why it is so necessary. He shares common reasons that churches decline and need revitalization, such as mo

Ep. 26: A Biblical Understanding of the Holy Spirit

Mar 25 2024 39 mins  
Dr. Abner Chou, president of The Master’s University, is joined by pastor and author Costi Hinn for an exploration of the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer. Hinn shares from his unique background, and encourages believers to find assurance not in emotions or experiences, but in the truth of God's Word. He challenges the tendency to chase “mountain-to

Ep. 25: Am I Called to Missions?

Mar 11 2024 38 mins  
Shannon and Danielle Hurley, graduates of The Master's University, join The Art of Discernment podcast to provide insight into what it means to be called to missions and offer advice for those considering the mission field. They also share about their work with Sufficiency of Scripture Ministries in Uganda. For the past 17 years, the Hurleys have been reaching their community f

Ep. 24: Biblical Authority with John MacArthur and Ken Ham

Feb 26 2024 46 mins  
Drs. John MacArthur and Ken Ham join The Art of Discernment to discuss the importance of biblical authority, particularly in Genesis 1-11. MacArthur, chancellor of The Master’s University and pastor of Grace Community Church, and Ham, Founder CEO of Answers in Genesis, discuss the attempts made by culture to undermine biblical authority and the need to hold an unwavering commitme

Ep. 23: What Did America’s Founders Believe?

Feb 12 2024 36 mins  
Dr. Gregg Frazer, dean of The Master’s University’s John P. Stead School of Humanities and author of “The Religious Beliefs of America's Founders,” explains that leading founders held to a belief system he calls “theistic rationalism.” What is theistic rationalism? Was America founded as a Christian nation? What impact do these questions have on us today? Frazer and