Truth Unites promotes gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) serves as President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Church. Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ https://www.patreon.com/truthunites
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Conversing with Mark Labberton invites listeners into transformative encounters with leaders and creators shaping our world at the intersection of Christian faith, culture, and public life.
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Bonhoeffer’s Black Jesus, with Reggie Williams
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For Christians, morality is often set by our interpretation of Jesus. In this episode, Reggie Williams reflects on the moral urgency of resistance in the face of rising nationalisms and systemic racial injustice that persists. Reggie Williams is associate professor of black theology at Saint Louis University, and author of Bonhoeffer’s Black Jesus.…
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Best Evidence for Jesus OUTSIDE the Bible (With Tom Schmidt)
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Gavin Ortlund and Tom Schmidt discuss historical evidence for Jesus in Josephus, particularly the Testimonium Flavianum.Read the book here: academic.oup.com/book/60034Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Vis…
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Are We "Commanded" to Support Israel? Engaging Ted Cruz' Comments
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Gavin Ortlund addresses comments from Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson regarding whether Christians should support Israel. My video on fulfilled prophecy: https://youtu.be/NKzUtFiIQwA?si=8DY5akqPBpH1GtwqMy video on just war theory: https://youtu.be/i-mQJl7riro?si=5FhjMXO3FRIoVl7XTruth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance t…
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Global Displacement and Refugee Crisis, with Myal Greene
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“More of the church is committed to their immigrant neighbours than the media or politicians would like the public to believe.” (Myal Green, from the episode) Myal Greene (president and CEO of World Relief) joins host Mark Labberton to discuss the global humanitarian crises, refugee resettlement, and the church’s responsibility to respond with cour…
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The NEXT BEST Theory of Easter is Still Pretty Weak
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Gavin Ortlund discusses historical evidence for the resurrection of Christ, the backbone of Christianity. See Sean McDowell's book on the fate of the disciples: https://www.amazon.com/Fate-Apostles-Sean-McDowell/dp/1138549134 Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Ful…
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How to Make Difficult Decisions, with Angela Williams Gorrell
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What do you do when you don’t know what to do? Angela Williams Gorrell joins Mark Labberton to discuss her latest book, Braving Difficult Decisions. With poignant storytelling and theological depth, Gorrell shares how this book was born out of personal crucibles and a yearning to make sense of liminal, paralyzing spaces we all encounter—individuall…
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The Nicene Creed: Every Word Explained
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Gavin Ortlund gives a word-for-word commentary on the Nicene Creed. Credo: https://credomag.com/Sola Media: https://solamedia.org/Pro Ecclesia Conference: https://www.pro-ecclesia.org/2026Gavin’s defense of the Trinity: https://youtu.be/gYIBb5SDybg?si=7IeCfGee2VX-WOupGavin’s video on heaven: https://youtu.be/POwtTZVrxes?si=S6zRzcZFrKRjtRuZTruth Uni…
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Mental Health and the Church, with Mark Eastburg
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Mental, emotional, and spiritual healing requires more than clinical technique—it demands sacrificial empathy, institutional trust, and a profound affirmation of the image of God in every human being. In this episode, clinical psychologist and Pine Rest CEO Mark Eastburg joins Mark Labberton to discuss the rising need for mental health care—especia…
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I'm Studying A.I. and It's Scarier Than I Thought
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Gavin Ortlund interacts with the A.I. projection given by Daniel Kokotajlo in his interview with Ross Douthat. See the original interview here: https://youtu.be/wNJJ9QUabkA?si=GoqieIaF39HPapRUTruth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is Presi…
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Fuller Seminary on Marriage: A Mixed Message?
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Gavin Ortlund reflects on Fuller Seminary's recent position on marriage and sexuality. See Ed Stetzer's Article: https://churchleaders.com/voices/511720-fuller-seminary-james-k-a-smith-and-the-need-for-biblical-clarity.htmlSee President Goatley's Response: https://churchleaders.com/voices/exchange/511785-an-enduring-evangelical-way-of-being-a-respo…
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Ortlund and Zoomer Have a Respectful Clash
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Gavin Ortlund and Redeemed Zoomer discuss mainline and evangelical expressions of Protestantism.See Redeemed Zoomer's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@redeemedzoomer6053Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, …
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Pentecostal Political Power: The New Apostolic Reformation, with Leah Payne and Caleb Maskell
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What is the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)? And what does it have to do with conservative political power in the United States and abroad? Leah Payne and Caleb Maskell join Mark Labberton for a deep dive into the emergence and impact of the New Apostolic Reformation—a loosely affiliated global network blending Pentecostal Christian spirituality, c…
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Agnostic YouTuber and Christian Mathematician Identify the Best Argument For God?
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Gavin Ortlund discusses whether John Lennox and Alex O'Connor have identified the best argument for God in their recent interview. See the original video: https://youtu.be/3gKCwldMZS8?si=GMiCG_bTmuiHSsEITruth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminar…
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Is Redeemed Zoomer Right About Evangelicals? Engaging Operation Reconquista
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Gavin Ortlund responds to Operation Reconquista and Redeemed Zoomer's claims about evangelicals in his discussion with Trent Horn.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theolog…
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Charisma—from Puritans to Trump, with Molly Worthen
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Historian and journalist Molly Worthen explores the mysterious and potent force of charisma, and its power to shape American identity, culture, politics, and religion. She explains how storytelling, transcendence, and authority are used by America’s most charismatic leaders. Drawing on her new book, Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History …
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Gavin Ortlund reflects on annihilationism, also called conditional immortality, in contrast to other views of hell.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Se…
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Wes Huff Just Crushed It Explaining the Trinity
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Gavin Ortlund comments on the recent comments by Wes Huff about the Trinity on the Flagrant podcast.Original video: https://youtu.be/p58vknxGR4I?si=SepmtHiWGjfPthrhTruth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiti…
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How to Overcome Anxiety (Sermon on Isaiah 26:3)
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Gavin Ortlund shares a sermon on Isaiah 26:3 about finding peace in God and overcoming anxiety.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologi…
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Cancer is among the most common and feared diseases in the modern world. Dr. Selwyn Vickers—president and CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center—joins host Mark Labberton to discuss how precision oncology, data, and faith are transforming cancer treatment. A distinguished cancer surgeon and pancreatic cancer researcher, Vickers explains how …
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Protestant vs. Mormon Dialogue on the Trinity (Jacob Hansen and Gavin Ortlund)
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Gavin Ortlund and Jacob Hansen discuss Protestant and Mormon perspectives on the Trinity. Jacob's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulfaith2020Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor …
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Gavin Ortlund shares three points of appreciation for Pope Leo XIV.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel …
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Why Full Preterism is the Worst End Times View
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Gavin Ortlund offers a critique of full preterism and distinguishes it from partial preterism. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologi…
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Leaders Who Don’t Listen, with Mark Labberton
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“Leadership is defined by listening.” In this Conversing Short, Mark Labberton explains the essential role listening plays in leadership and successful communication. Leaders are often known for what they’ve said publicly or privately, but in actual fact, the experience of leadership and the effectiveness of leadership is determined by the mutuali…
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Christian Online Discourse: We Must Do Better
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Gavin Ortlund reflects about the state of Christian discourse online.See the book The Art of Disagreeing: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Disagreeing-Conversations-disagreement-resolution/dp/1802541403Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is P…
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Gavin Ortlund discusses a growing tension between low church and high church expressions of Protestantism, especially the trend to be more critical of Baptist, non-denominational, and evangelical churches. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Semi…
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How Transformative Leaders Are Made, with Nathan Hatch
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Strong leadership is born not from control, but from authentic community and the cultivation of people and teams. Nathan Hatch, former president of Wake Forest University and esteemed historian, joins Mark Labberton to reflect on the nature of transformative leadership. Drawing from his decades of experience at Notre Dame and Wake Forest—and from h…
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Universalism in Church History is a Fascinating Story
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Studying how universalism developed in the early church can give us perspective about theology of the end times today. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoeni…
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Journalism for Empathy, with Nicholas Kristof
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Two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Nicholas Kristof (opinion columnist, the New York Times) reflects on his career of reporting from the front lines of injustice and human suffering, discussing hope, human resilience, and the urgency of responding to global injustice. An advocate for empathy-driven journalism that holds power accountable an…
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Christian Apologetics Must Learn From Rhett and Alex
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Gavin Ortlund reflects on the nature of Christian apologetics in light of a conversation between Alex O'Connor and Rhett McLaughlin. Original video: https://youtu.be/Y9wjVLKy8Xk?si=FhrNGUFXKryafJlK Gavin's book on Augustine: https://www.amazon.com/Retrieving-Augustines-Doctrine-Creation-Controversy/dp/0830853243/truthunites-20 Truth Unites (https:/…
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John Wycliffe's Bible: Correcting a False Narrative
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Gavin Ortlund explains the history of the first translation of entire Bible into English by John Wycliffe and the Lollards. Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at P…
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