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Christian Research Journal Reads

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This podcast, CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL Reads, presents audio versions of CHRISTIAN
RESEARCH JOURNAL articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research
Institute, the JOURNAL seeks to equip followers of Christ to think and to live
Christianly—to exercise truth and experience life. Truth, especially essential Christian
doctrine, forms the basis for how we live our lives in Christ. As the apostle Paul
instructed Timothy in 1 Tim. 4:16, “Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in
them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.”
The CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL enjoyed a print incarnation of almost 45 years. Now
exclusively an online publication, the JOURNAL consists of thousands of free articles on
We hope that through these audio articles you are not only equipped to proclaim and
defend your faith but that as a disciple you also draw closer to Christ in your walk with
Him. You can find the written version of each article that is an episode of CHRISTIAN
RESEARCH JOURNAL Reads at the website of the Christian Research Institute, equip.org. All Christian Research Journal articles at equip.org are completely free and do not require a subscription and are not under a paywall.

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Episodes

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 70: Mormonism, the Afterlife, and Striving after Godhood

This is Episode 70 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Mormonism, the Afterlife, and Striving after Godhood ” by Eric Johnson This article first appeared in the Christian Research Journal, volume 40, number 01 (2017).https://www.equip.org/articles/mormonism-the-afterlife-and-striving-after-godhood/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research...

Mar 01, 202517 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 69: C.G. Jung’s War on the Christian Faith

This is Episode 69 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ C.G. Jung’s War on the Christian Faith ” by J. Budziszewski. This article first appeared in the Christian Research Journal, volume 21, number 3 (1999). https://www.equip.org/articles/c-g-jungs-war-on-the-christian-faith/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research Institute, the Journal ...

Feb 28, 202518 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode: 68 Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny

This is Episode 68 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, " Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny " by Doug Groothuis.https://www.equip.org/articles/of-god-and-dogs-with-constant-reference-to-sunny/ This article first appeared online on Dec 18, 2024. It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 424 Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Jour...

Feb 27, 202520 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 67: The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO)

This is Episode 67 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO)” by Lisa Cooper. This article first appeared online on Sept 18, 2024.https://www.equip.org/articles/the-antidote-to-fomo-and-fobo/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 411: The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO) This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian...

Feb 21, 202519 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 66: Searching for God’s Grace in Squid Game’s Bloody Violence

This is Episode 66 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Searching for God’s Grace in Squid Game’s Bloody Violence ” by Kevin Schut. This article was first published online on December 8, 2021.https://www.equip.org/articles/searching-for-gods-grace-in-squid-games-bloody-violence/ It was accompanied by Postmodern Realities Podcast, Episode 265 Searching for God’s Grace in Squid Game’s Bloody Violence . This podcast presents audio...

Feb 17, 202523 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 65: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’

This is Episode 65 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew ’” by Cole Burgett. This article first appeared online on Jan 29, 2025.https://www.equip.org/articles/space-pirates-and-treasure-planets-a-review-of-star-wars-skeleton-crew/ It was accompanied by Postmodern Realities Episode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Cr...

Feb 15, 202513 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 64: Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: Review of The Wideness of God’s Mercy

This is Episode 64 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of ‘The Widening of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story’ by Anne Kennedy . This article first appeared as online on Nov 13, 2024. https://www.equip.org/articles/richard-hays-changes-his-mind-about-sexuality-and-god-a-review-of-the-wideness-of-gods-mercy-sexuality-within-the-biblical-story/ It was al...

Feb 10, 202524 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 63: Review of ‘Gravity Falls’ and ‘The Book of Bill’:

This is Episode 63 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, ‘Gravity Falls’ and ‘The Book of Bill’: When Entertainment is a Portal to the Occult by Lindsey Mendenwaldt. https://www.equip.org/articles/gravity-falls-and-the-book-of-bill-when-entertainment-is-a-portal-to-the-occult/ It was accompanied by Postmodern Realities Podcast E pisode 417: Review of ‘Gravity Falls’ and ‘The Book of Bill’ This podcast presents audio versions of Ch...

Feb 08, 202519 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 62: Solo Sex and the Christian: Is Masturbation Permitted?

This is Episode 62 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, Solo Sex and the Christian: Is Masturbation Permitted? by David White. This article first appeared in the Christian Research Journal, volume 41, number 5 (2018). https://www.equip.org/articles/masturbation-and-the-christian/ It was also accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 091: Masturbation and the Christian. This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Resea...

Feb 07, 202528 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 61: A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure

This is Episode 61 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure ” by Anne Kennedy. This article first appeared online on Oct 2, 2024.https://www.equip.org/articles/a-christians-response-to-pastor-lawsons-moral-failure/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 413: A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure This podcast presents audio versions of Christia...

Jan 27, 202517 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 60: Paul, Second Adam, and Theistic Evolution

This is Episode 60 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Paul, Second Adam, and Theistic Evolution” by Garrett J. DeWeese . This article first appeared in Christian Research Journal, volume 37, number 06 (2014). https://www.equip.org/articles/paul-second-adam-theistic-evolution/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research Institute, the Journa...

Jan 24, 202529 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 59 Five Apologetics Lessons from the Writings of Martin Luther King Jr.

This is Episode 59 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Five Apologetics Lessons from the Writings of Martin Luther King Jr. ” by Sean McDowell. https://www.equip.org/articles/five-apologetics-lessons-from-the-writings-of-martin-luther-king-jr/ This article first appeared in the Viewpoint column of the Christian Research Journal, volume 41, number 01 (2018).Viewpoint articles address relevant contemporary issues in discernment ...

Jan 20, 202513 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 58 Marriage Is about the Gospel: Clarifying the Boundaries of Christian Orthodoxy

This is Episode 58 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Marriage Is about the Gospel: Clarifying the Boundaries of Christian Orthodoxy ” by Matthew Kennedy. This article first appeared in the Christian Research Journal, volume 45, number 2/3 (2022).https://www.equip.org/articles/marriage-is-about-the-gospel-clarifying-the-boundaries-of-christian-orthodoxy/ It was also accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 306 Marriage...

Jan 17, 202526 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 57 The Star of Bethlehem: Light from Heaven

This is Episode 57 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ The Star of Bethlehem: Light from Heaven ” by T. Michael Davis. This article first appeared in the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL, volume 30, number 6 (2007). https://www.equip.org/articles/the-star-of-bethlehem/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research Institute, the Journal seeks to equ...

Jan 03, 202532 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 56: Strange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker Ranch

This is Episode 56 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, Str ange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker Ranch by Lindsey Medenwaldt. This article first appeared as online-exclusive on October 10, 2024https://www.equip.org/articles/strange-happenings-in-utah-the-phenomenon-of-skinwalker-ranch/ It was also accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 414: Strange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker Ranch ....

Dec 30, 202417 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 55: ‘Heretic’ The Gospel According to Mr. Reed

This is Episode 55 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, ‘Heretic’: The Gospel According to Mr. Reed by Cole Burgett. This article first appeared as online-exclusive on Nov 20, 2024.https://www.equip.org/postmodern-realities/episode-420-heretic-the-gospel-according-to-mr-reed/ It was also accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 420: ‘Heretic’ The Gospel According to Mr. Reed. This podcast presents audio versions of Christi...

Dec 27, 202415 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 54: ‘Conclave’ Film Review: Identity Politics and Doubt Comes to the Sistine Chapel

This is Episode 54 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, ‘ Conclave’ Film Review: Identity Politics and Doubt Comes to the Sistine Chapel by Anne Kennedy. This article first appeared as online-exclusive on Nov 27, 2024. https://www.equip.org/articles/conclave-film-review-identity-politics-and-doubt-comes-to-the-sistine-chapel/ It was also accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 421 ‘Conclave’ Film Review-Identity Politics ...

Dec 20, 202414 min

Christian Research Journal Episode Episode 53-Take Joy: Santa, St. Nicholas, and Jesus

This is Episode 53 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, Take Joy: Santa, St. Nicholas, and Jesus by Anne Kennedy .https://www.equip.org/articles/take-joy-santa-st-nicholas-and-jesus/ This article first appeared as online-exclusive Viewpoint on Nov 29, 2022. Viewpoint articles address relevant contemporary issues in discernment and apologetics from a particular perspective that is usually not shared by all Christians, with the int...

Dec 17, 202419 min

Christian Research Journal Episode Episode 52: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’

This is Episode 52 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’” by Cole Burgett. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-subtle-art-of-corruption-in-the-sophomore-season-of-the-rings-of-power/ This article first appeared online on Oct 16, 2024. It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The R...

Dec 16, 202417 min

Christian Research Journal Episode 51: Am I a Bad Christian for Watching Hallmark Christmas Movies?

This is Episode 51 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Am I a Bad Christian for Watching Hallmark Christmas Movies? ” by Anne Kennedy. This article first appeared online on December 5, 2019. https://www.equip.org/articles/am-i-a-bad-christian-for-watching-hallmark-christmas-movies/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 151 Am I a Bad Christian for Watching Hallmark Christmas Movies? This podcast presents audio...

Dec 13, 202414 min

Christian Research Journal Episode 50: Creation Accounts and Ancient Near Eastern Religions

This is Episode 50 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Creation Accounts and Ancient Near Eastern Religions ” by John A. Bloom and C. John Collins . This article first appeared in Christian Research Journal, volume 35, number 01 (2012).https://www.equip.org/articles/creation-accounts-ancient-near-eastern-religions/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the C...

Dec 02, 202422 min

Christian Research Journal Episode 49: Divination and Contemplation-Tarot’s Impact on Culture and Christianity

This is Episode 49 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Divination and Contemplation-Tarot’s Impact on Culture and Christianity ” by Lindsey Medenwaldt. This article first appeared online on May 22, 2024.https://www.equip.org/articles/divination-and-contemplation-tarots-impact-on-culture-and-christianity/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 311 Divination and Contemplation-Tarot’s Impact on Culture and Christ...

Oct 28, 202419 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 48: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth

This is Episode 48 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth ” by Doug Groothuis. This article first appeared online on May 22, 2024. https://www.equip.org/articles/refuting-the-view-religion-is-a-myth-but-science-is-the-truth/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 393: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth. This podcast presen...

Oct 25, 202419 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 47: Infiltrated: Recognizing and Responding to Occultism in Your Church

his is Episode 47 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “Infiltrated: Recognizing and Responding to Occultism in Your Church” by John D. Ferrer. This article first online on Oct 21, 2021. https://www.equip.org/articles/infiltrated-recognizing-and-responding-to-occultism-in-your-church/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 146 Recognizing and Responding to Occultism in Your Church and A Film review of Hail Satan? ...

Oct 22, 202420 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 46 #Witchtok-Sorcery at Your Fingertips

This is Episode 46 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ #Witchtok-Sorcery at Your Fingertips” by Lindsey Mendenwaldt. This article first appeared in the Effective Evangelism column of the Christian Research Journal, volume 45, number 2/3 (2022). https://www.equip.org/articles/witchtok-sorcery-at-your-fingertips/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities Episode 305 #Witchtok — Sorcery at Your Fingertips . This podcast pres...

Oct 18, 202413 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 45: In Defense of Zionism: Hagee’s Mandate for Supporting Israel

This is Episode 45 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ In Defense of Zionism: Hagee’s Mandate for Supporting Israel ” by Kenneth L Gentry, Jr. This book review first appeared in the Christian Research Journal, volume 31, number 4 (2008). https://www.equip.org/articles/in-defense-of-zionism-hagees-mandate-for-supporting-israel/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publicat...

Oct 07, 202410 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 44: How Truth Works

This is Episode 44 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ How Truth Works ” by Douglas Groothuis. This article first appeared online on July 17, 2024.https://www.equip.org/articles/how-truth-works/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities podcast, Episode 401 How Truth Works . This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research Institute, the Jou...

Oct 04, 202423 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 43: A String of Losses for the Pro-Life Movement and Our Message of Hope

This is Episode 43 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ A String of Losses for the Pro-Life Movement and Our Message of Hope ” by Jay Watts. This article first appeared online on August 1, 2024.https://www.equip.org/articles/the-world-is-changed-a-string-of-losses-for-the-pro-life-movement-and-our-message-of-hope/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities podcast, Episode 404 A String of Losses for the Pro-Life Movement an...

Sep 30, 202428 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 42: An Eternal Perspective on the Losses of Aging

This is Episode 42 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “An Eternal Perspective on the Losses of Aging” by Elizabeth Reynolds Turnage. This article first appeared online on March 20, 2024. https://www.equip.org/articles/an-eternal-perspective-on-the-losses-of-aging/ It was accompanied by the Postmodern Realities podcast, Episode 384 An Eternal Perspective on the Losses of Aging . This podcast presents audio versions of Christian ...

Sep 27, 202419 min

Christian Research Journal Reads Episode 41: Who’s Been Left Behind?

This is Episode 41 of Christian Research Journal Reads.This is an audio version of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, “ Who’s Been Left Behind? ” by Steve Gregg. This article first appeared in the Practical Hermeneutics column of the Christian Research Journal, volume 37, number 01 (2014). https://www.equip.org/articles/whos-been-left-behind/ This podcast presents audio versions of Christian Research Journal articles. As the flagship publication of the Christian Research Institute, the Jour...

Sep 23, 202414 min
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