Refined Thoughts

A light-hearted podcast about the heavy stuff. Advice. Debate. Discussion.

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RT: Interview with former member of IHOP. Escaping a Spiritually Controlling Environment.

For those who’ve ever struggled with being controlled in a spiritual environment. This is Blaise Forat’s story. 

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Refined Thoughts: Anti-Semitism, Same-Sex Marriage Movement, and fellowship in the Media Age

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Refined Thoughts: What do you think of prosperity gospel?

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Refined Thoughts Episode 15: Does Social Media Matter?

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Refined Thoughts Episode 14

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Not So Refined News

So there's been a lot of controversy on the president and whether or not he'll call the terrorism of ISIS "Islamic terrorism." We discuss this on the podcast and whether or not this is a necessary.  So here are links and news stories that give both sides if you're interested!  http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/article/2015/feb/22/punditfact-why-obama-wont-label-isis-islamic-extre/ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/02/22/homeland-security-chief-j_0_n_6730310.html http://nypost.com/2015/02/18/obama-refuses-to-acknowledge-muslim-terrorists-at-summit/ http://townhall.com/tipsheet/leahbarkoukis/2015/02/22/dhs-secretary-explains-why-obama-wont-use-term-radical-islam-n1960743

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Not So Refined News

Hitler's Art Goes For More Than Picasso

http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/nazis-are-hot-hitler-watercolor-auctioned-for-35000-three-times-a-picasso/article/2560214 Dog On Death Row http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/australiaandthepacific/australia/11410418/Australias-highest-court-to-hear-case-of-dog-on-death-row.html Governor To Chemically Castrate Sex Offenders http://www.ijreview.com/2015/02/248804-oklahoma-law-makers-know-exactly-punish-violent-sex-offenders-besides-putting-behind-bars/ Troy's Top Pick: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/15/magazine/how-one-stupid-tweet-ruined-justine-saccos-life.html

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The guys discuss what it's like for youth pastors today. With special guest Jon Geiger, they talk about the high rate of youth leaving the church, the solutions to these problems, and the things that encourage youth pastors to keep going.

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This was just, honestly, one of the weirdest weeks news watching I've ever seen. A Very Risque Prison Break http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/southamerica/brazil/11397583/Mass-escape-from-Brazilian-prison-after-women-seduce-guards.html This Arrest Ended In A Car Chase... Chasing The Cop Car http://fox2now.com/2015/02/06/possessed-driver-steals-police-cruiser-taunts-police-over-radio/ Keep Your Whips Out Of Theaters http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2943158/Theaters-ask-moviegoers-leave-whips-ropes-home-ahead-Fifty-Shades-Grey-world-premiere.html Parents "Fake" A Kidnapping Of Their Child http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/02/05/sheriff-boy-kidnapped-to-teach-him-a-lesson/22961305/ Teacher Attacks Child For Walking Funny http://eagnews.org/cops-teacher-attacked-student-for-having-too-much-food-at-lunch/ Teacher Sues For Being Unsatisfactory But Not Fired http://www.ijreview.com/2015/02/243369-teacher-cant-fired-six-years-unsatisfactory-ratings-now-shes-suing-school-system-trying/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=conservativedaily&utm_campaign=Education Iceland Builds First Norse Temple In A Millenia http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/feb/02/iceland-temple-norse-gods-1000-years Portland Strippers Lobby For Better Work Conditions http://www.oregonlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/02/portland_strippers_head_to_sal.html UK Mother To Have Forced Sterilization After 6 Disabled Children http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/motherofsix-with-learning-disabilities-could-be-sterilised-after-authorities-ask-court-for-permission-to-force-entry-into-her-home-10018414.html US Government To Pay For Illegal Immigrants Transgender Hormone Therapy http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/melanie-hunter/ice-transgender-illegals-guaranteed-right-hormone-therapy-detention Former SS Officer To Be Tried For Complicity In 300,000 Murders http://news.sky.com/story/1419819/ex-ss-man-to-face-trial-over-300000-murders In 2008 Pentagon Believed Putin Had Aspergers http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2015/02/04/putin-aspergers-syndrome-study-pentagon/22855927/ Cal State Cancelled A "Sex Toys R Us" Event After Complaints http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2015/02/03/cal-state-la-cancels-sex-toys-event-after-parent-complaints/ New York Mom Threatened To Blow Up School http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2015/02/06/staten-island-mom-accused-of-threatening-to-blow-up-daughters-school/ Samsung Screen Straight From 1984? http://techcrunch.com/2015/02/08/telescreen/

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Today we sat down with special guest Zach Burnham to discuss what it was like for him to grow up in the Philippines as the son of missionaries. Zach explains his unique story of transitioning to American culture.

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What are we supposed to do when we meet someone who believes outlandish things? Especially when they claim to be a Christian and are certain that the Bible is backing up their way of thinking.

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The guys tackle the life of Elijah and how this story is still relevant today. They discuss the historical context of Elijah, his life, and the struggles that he had that many Christians face today.

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The guys tackle the life of Elijah and how this story is still relevant today. They discuss the historical context of Elijah, his life, and the struggles that he had that many Christians face today. Email us for advice and answers to life's questions at: [email protected]

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The guys answer a question that is especially relevant in this day and age: which hilltops should you die on? Being able to understand which arguments are worth having is the question of today's podcast.

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Today Joel and Troy speak with special co-host Dustin Garret about worship and creativity. The heart of man as he worships, the place of art and music in our lives, and the role of creativity are all explored in this episode of Refined Thoughts!

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Today we had special guest Andrew Owen to discuss the controversial issues facing those in medicine. From euthanasia and abortion to sharing one's faith in hospitals, this episode looks at the challenges of working in a hospital,

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Special guest Stephen Sell joins to guys to discuss music. Should it be viewed strictly as art? Does it influence the way you think and should you filter what you listen to? Lastly, does the heart of the artist matter in the music that is created?