The Sean McDowell Show
Dr. Sean McDowell, an associate professor in Christian Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, hosts this podcast. He addresses major questions about God, morality, and contemporary culture, aiming to equip the church, especially young people, to defend the Christian faith. The show features discussions on apologetics and cultural issues.
Episodes
Asking a Mormon Leader My Hardest Questions
I got a tour inside the San Diego Latter-day Saint temple and now I'm following up with an interview with Neal Walton who is a stake president in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in San Diego. Apparently, I was the first Christian apologist who'd ever shown up with a film crew and asked for an interview. We worked through the differences plainly. The Trinity. Whether God the Father
Scott Rae Debunks 10 Common Moral Slogans
Can you legislate morality? Is secular ethics neutral? Did Jesus really say "never judge"? Dr. Scott Rae, one of the world's leading Christian ethicists and Sean's Think Biblically co-host, is here to work through ten of the most common moral slogans in circulation, and why each one falls apart under scrutiny. Scott addresses all ten in the newly released fifth edition of Moral Choices, updated wi
J.P. Moreland on Suffering, Doubt, and Facing Death Without Fear
J.P. Moreland is one of the most influential Christian philosophers alive and he's spent the last twelve years enduring what most of us never will: a rare genetic condition, more than two dozen cancer surgeries, and two seasons of debilitating anxiety and depression. In this deeply personal conversation, he sits down with me to talk about pain, doubt, and why he says he now has no fear of death. C
The Most Uncomfortable Chapter in Acts? Peter, James, and the Problem of Evil
God sent an angel to break Peter out of prison. But one chapter earlier, He let James be executed. Same God, same church, same prayers. Why rescue one apostle and not the other? In this message, I work through Acts 12 and the question underneath it: where is God when we suffer? CHECK OUT: Logos Bible 60 Day Free Trial (https://logos.com/mcdowell) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGI
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Does Evil Actually Prove God Exists? | Christian vs. Atheist Dialogue
"If God is good, why is there pain and suffering?". Today, we have a video of atheist professor Paul Rinzler and I to discuss evil. This is our return to the Cal Poly Veritas Forum for a second year this time on the hardest question in apologetics. Not a debate to be won. A real conversation between two people who disagree deeply and like each other anyway. CHECK OUT:Paul Rinzler - Professor Emeri
The Most Compelling Heaven Testimonies Ever Collected? | Skeptic Investigates 140 NDEs
Randy Kay was a biotech CEO and a self-described skeptic who didn't believe in near-death experiences until he flatlined for 30 minutes in 2005 and, in his telling, found himself face to face with Jesus. Now he's collected 140 NDE accounts he says he's vetted more rigorously than any single volume before. Today, I asked the obvious question: does the evidence actually stack up? READ: Heaven Encoun
Is Michael Heiser's Unseen Realm the Best Way to Read the Bible?
Giants. A divine council. Demons and the Nephilim. Michael Heiser made the Bible's strangest passages impossible to ignore and sold hundreds of thousands of books doing it. So what does one of the world's leading spiritual-warfare scholars actually think of his work? Dr. Clint Arnold joins me today to say where Heiser gets it right, and where he pushes back. CHECK OUT: Logos Bible 60 Day Free Tria
The Rapture: What Is It and When Will It Happen?
Talbot New Testament scholar Dr. Alan Hultberg joins Sean McDowell to sort out what Scripture says, walk through the three major views, and ask the question everyone wants answered: are we close? Hultberg starts by clearing away the "Left Behind" imagery most of us absorbed from movies and kids' Bible storybooks, then lays out the three positions evangelicals actually debate explaining what separa
The Signs Are Clear: Why Jesus is Coming Soon!
Can we actually know Jesus is coming back or is this just a matter of blind faith? In this conversation, bestselling author and pastor John Bevere joins me to talk about his new book The King Is Coming. John makes for why Christians can have confidence that Jesus is returning, why he sees Israel's reestablishment in 1948 and the recapture of Jerusalem in 1967 as escatologically significant, his re
What We Can Learn About the Afterlife from Children’s Near Death Experiences
Children who have near-death experiences make for unusually strong evidence and almost nobody has studied them. In this conversation, near-death experience researcher Dr. Steve Miller returns to walk through what we actually know about children and NDEs. We get into the case from Dr. Melvin Morse's peer-reviewed work (the drowned girl who came back describing exactly what her family was wearing an
Top 12 Biblical Objections to Near-Death Experiences ANSWERED (Steve Miller)
Many Christians dismiss the evidence from near-death experiences on biblical or theological grounds by quoting Hebrews 9:27, citing soul sleep, worrying about new age associations, or treating any extra-biblical vision as automatically suspect. But are those objections actually warranted by Scripture? Dr. Steve Miller returns to walk through twelve of the most common biblical and theological objec
10 Prophecies That Convinced a Jewish Man Jesus Is the Messiah
What are the strongest Old Testament prophecies that point to Jesus as the Messiah? My guest is Jeff Morgan, a former secular Jew who does street evangelism with Jewish people in Israel. He hears the objections every day, in Hebrew, from people who grew up reading these texts. Jeff and I walk through 10 prophecies and address the common Jewish objections to each passage and shows where rabbinic so
The Most Dangerous Idea Destroying Humanity Right Now
In this conversation, Carl Trueman joins me and Scott Rae for one of the most wide-ranging episodes we've recorded. We get into CS Lewis, Nietzsche's madman, the anthropological question at the heart of every cultural debate, the sexual revolution, pornography, contraception (where Trueman calls himself "a work in progress"), IVF, surrogacy, end-of-life decisions, and how Christians sometimes mirr
The Extraordinary Life of John Lennox: His Story
Dr. John Lennox has lived one of the most remarkable lives in modern Christian thought. From sitting in on CS Lewis's final lectures at Cambridge in 1962, earning his PhD and teaching at Oxford as Emeritus Professor of Mathematics, debating Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, and authoring best-selling books on faith, science, suffering, AI, and Revelation. In this conversation, Dr. Lennox j
My Mom, Billie Jean & Michael Jackson’s Stalker | The Untold Story
The Michael Jackson hit is one of the most recognizable songs in pop history. What most people don't know is that the woman behind the song was a real person with a real family. La Nej is a chaplain, an apologetics teacher, a Biola grad, and someone I've known since the mid-90s. She's also the daughter of the woman the world remembers as Billy Jean. In this conversation La Nej walks through her ch
At What Cost? Stephen Meyer Assesses the Conformal Cyclic Cosmology of Sir Roger Penrose
Does the science actually point to a beginning of the universe or can clever cosmological modeling get around it? Sir Roger Penrose's Conformal Cyclic Cosmology (CCC) is one of the most serious modern attempts to model an infinite, beginning-less universe This is Part 2 of the conversation. (If you missed Part 1, watch that first! In this deep dive, Dr. Stephen Meyer walks through Penrose's CCC mo
Answering Your Most Difficult Questions About the Trinity | LIVE Q&A
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Can You Prove a Miracle? A Neuroscientist Says "Yes
A neuroscientist with a brain tumor. A wife with a strange dream. A demonic encounter. And a healing he can't explain away. Dr. Josh Brown is a professor of psychological and brain sciences at Indiana University and the author of Proving a Miracle. As one of the world's leading researchers studying the empirical effects of prayer, he applies rigorous scientific methods to questions most scientists
"I Was Taught Christians Worship 3 Gods” | Former Muslim on the Trinity
Tomas Samuel returns to the show to discuss his new book The Truth Unveiled: A Defense of the Trinity. Once trained to destroy anyone who challenged the Islamic faith, Tomas now devotes his scholarship to answering the most common Muslim objections to the triune nature of God, and his perspective is unlike anything you've heard. We walk through why the Trinity is the doctrine that Muslims attack m
“Pick your Poison”: Naturalism’s Cosmological Dilemma
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Meyer is back to set the record straight and unpack the bigger argument his critics keep missing. This is the first part of a response to Sir Roger Penrose who recently pushed back on a previous conversation with me on the show. Stephen calls it a "pick your poison" argument and once you see it, you can't unsee it. It's a dilemma at the heart of modern cosmology that p
Responding to Questions on Fine-Tuning and Intelligent Design (w/ Jay Richards)
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Why the Fine-Tuning Argument is Stronger than Ever
Is the universe fine-tuned for life? Or has the fine-tuning argument been defeated? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Jay Richards, a philosopher, co-author of The Privileged Planet, and one of the world's leading defenders of the fine-tuning argument to explore one of the most compelling cases for design today. Dr. Richards walks through how the fine-tuning argument has improved over 30 y
This Scientist Says Darwinism Can’t Explain Life… Here’s Why
Today, we sit down with Dr. Doug Axe, a molecular biologist, Caltech and Cambridge researcher, and author of Undeniable. He's here to discuss one of the most consequential questions in science: could a functional protein arise by chance? This protein folding experiment changed everything and is why Doug became a Darwin doubter at Berkeley. Join us Tuesday April 21 at 4:30 PT to follow up on the co
Was Stephen Meyer Right about the Big Bang? (Live Stream Response)
"If the universe needs a cause, what caused God?" In this episode, Dr. Sean McDowell and Dr. Tim Pickavance dive into the metaphysical heart of the universe's origin. They move past the scientific data of the Big Bang to explore the logicbehind it. Discover why "nothing" is incapable of creation, why the laws of mathematics are "causally effete," and why an infinite past would make the present mom
The “Battle for the Big Bang” Just Got Intense
Today, I talk with Dr. Stephen Meyer, a Cambridge-trained philosopher of science, about his belief in God about the beginning of the universe and how it points to a Creator. And as Science has progressed it has in fact helped in the case for God. WATCH THE FILM: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/the-story-of-everything/ *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (htt
The Biggest Problem in Islam Right Now
What is the "Islamic Dilemma," and is it really an unanswerable challenge for Islam? In this conversation, David Wood join us to discuss some of the biggest questions facing Islam today. We explore David’s journey to faith that began in prison, his friendship with the late Christian convert and apologist Nabeel Qureshi, and the main reasons many Muslims begin questioning their faith today. F
Debate Review: Is Morality Objective? Ehrman vs. McDowell
I sat down with Bart Ehrman to explore one of the most important questions in philosophy and faith: Is morality objective or is it simply a product of human development over time? Today, I'm reviewing the debate live with you! READ: Love Thy Stranger: How the Teachings of Jesus Transformed the Moral Conscience of the West by Bart D. Ehrman (https://amzn.to/3O85zhU) WATCH: A New Approach to t
Is the Middle East Setting the Stage for the End Times?
Is what’s happening in the Middle East connected to biblical prophecy? I'm sitting down with Mark Hitchcock to discuss the role of Iran (ancient Persia), Israel, and the end times. Together, we examine key passages from Daniel, Isaiah, and Ezekiel, consider whether events today could relate to Ezekiel 38, and talk about how to approach biblical prophecy with wisdom, clarity, and humility. *G
Responding to Arguments for God (Q&A with Professors)
In this live Q&A with professors, we tackle the toughest "deal-breaker" questions for the existence of God, focusing on the problem of divine hiddenness and the reality of religious hypocrisy. Rather than dodging the hard hits, we argue that God provides enough evidence for those who seek Him without being so overwhelming that He destroys human freedom, while also explaining why a church full
Bart Ehrman and Sean McDowell Discuss the Moral Argument, Guilt, and the Teachings of Jesus
Did the teachings of Jesus actually transform the moral conscience of the West? And if they did… does that point to objective moral truth or just cultural evolution? Today, I sat down with Bart Ehrman to explore one of the most important questions in philosophy and faith: Is morality objective or is it simply a product of human development over time? READ: Love Thy Stranger: How the Teachin
William Lane Craig: The Case for God Is Stronger Than Ever
Are the arguments for God’s existence still standing… or have they been defeated? After more than four decades of debates, writings, and public discussions, Dr. William Lane Craig offers a fascinating assessment of where the conversation stands today and why belief in God is far from intellectually obsolete. In this in-depth conversation with Sean McDowell, Dr. Craig walks through six
Fame, Failure, and Faith: The Untold Newsboys Story
Why are we hearing so many stories of Christian artists, pastors, apologists, and influencers who either abandon the faith or fail morally? Is something broken in Christian celebrity culture? And is there still hope for those who fall? Today, I have John James, founding member and former lead singer of the Newsboys, to talk about his new book: Newsboy, the failures and fractures inside Christian p
Wes Huff Just Had a Huge Apologetics Moment
Christian apologist Wes Huff recently appeared on one of the world’s largest podcasts, Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett, where he was asked a series of challenging questions about God, the resurrection of Jesus, doubt, hell, prayer, and the meaning of life. Today, I'll react to a few clips and talk about how Wes handled the questions as well as add in my own insight. CHECK OUT: Ful
Hell in the Bible: Eternal Torment or Annihilation?
Is hell eternal conscious punishment or does the Bible teach that the wicked will ultimately be destroyed? This is one of the most debated theological questions among Christians today. Today, we have two leading scholars to explore the biblical case for two different views of hell: eternal conscious punishment and conditional immortality (annihilationism). Together they examine key passages from b
From Myth to History: 10 Bible Figures Confirmed by Archaeology
Did the people named in the Bible actually exist? In this episode, archaeologist Dr. Titus Kennedy joins me to walk through how archaeology confirms the existence of ten individuals mentioned in Scripture. Dr. Kennedy lays out his criteria for evaluating archaeology discoveries and applies his careful criteria to figures in both the OT and NT. We cover evidence connected to central figures like Ki
The Unseen Realm Explained: Spiritual Warfare, Nephilim and Judgment of the Gods
What if the “supernatural” parts of Scripture weren’t the exceptions… but the assumed backdrop? What if we have been reading the supernatural part of Scripture wrong? In this conversation, Joel Muddamalle will unpack the worldview behind The Unseen Battle (building on Michael Heiser’s The Unseen Realm) and ask a provocative question: Have modern Christians unintentio
Famous Influencers Are Sharing Their Spiritual Visions...Here’s Why
In this episode, we explore modern-day visionary experiences like near-death experiences (NDEs), deathbed visions, and striking dreams. Many assume the supernatural “only happened back then,” but we examine reports from respected scholars, public figures, and historical voices to challenge the claim that miracle testimony comes only from the “ignorant and barbarous.” Dr. St
The Most Eye-Opening Book on Porn Culture? | “Pormocracy” Review
"Pornocracy" is one of the most disturbing books I've read in some time, and it’s written from a secular perspective. With my co-host Dr. Scott Rae, we explore the authors’ case that pornography is no longer just “personal entertainment,” but a force reshaping everything from sexual expectations to violence, tech, and society itself. Viewer discretion advised. READ: Chasing
Why Os Guinness Has Hope for America
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, social critic Os Guinness joins Sean to argue that the “state of the American Union” is far more fragile than most people realize and that slogans like “restore the soul” or “make America great” avoid the deeper question of what made America free in the first place. Guinness traces today’s polarization, the drif
“Iran Is No Longer Islamic” | Why Iranian Muslims are Turning to Jesus.
Thousands are dead, Iran’s economy is collapsing, and the nation is on the brink of unrest, yet Dr. Hormoz Shariat says God is moving powerfully behind the scenes. In this urgent conversation, Sean sits down again with the “Billy Graham of Iran” to hear how many Iranians are rejecting Islam, turning to Christ, and how the underground church is growing amid persecution and chaos.
Who Really Killed Goliath? The Bible’s “Contradiction” Explained
Most people think that David kills Goliath with a sling and then cuts off his head (1 Samuel 17). But there’s a lesser-known biblical tension that surprises a lot of readers. 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to say that Elhanan killed Goliath. Is this a contradiction? Today, I invite on Old Testament (and Hebrew scholar) Dominick Hernandez to help us make sense of this seeming contradiction. READ: Who R
I Watched My Son’s Life Change in 3 Months — Here’s Why
Today, I sat down with my son to talk about his testimony. We talk about How porn shows up today (not just “hardcore,” but the stuff that finds you through social media) and how porn impacts relationships, faith, and the way you see people. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone and you’re not beyond help. My hope is this episode gives you clarity, courage, and a next
New Jericho Evidence Reopens a Closed Case
Did Joshua really conquer Jericho and does archaeology support it? Archaeologist Brian Windle joins me today to share why he believes the debate over Jericho may need a major update. We talk about why Jericho has been so confusing for scholars, what Kathleen Kenyon actually believed and how pottery, tomb finds, fortification walls, and destruction evidence factor into the bigger question: Is Joshu
The Interracial Marriage Debate is Back | My Response
The interracial marriage debate is back. What is going on?! What does this tell us about our cultural moment? What does the Bible actually say about it? Sean and Neil Shenvi break down a recent debate between Ruslan and GodLogic (pro) and Webbon, Griffith, and Todd (against). Let us know what you think about the debate and if THIS kind of video is helpful on this channel. READ: Post Woke, by Neil
Science Turning Back to God!
Are we witnessing a scientific revolution that challenges materialism and points to God? According to French thinker Michel Yves Bollore, the answer is a resound YES. What is the evidence for such a revolution? At the beginning of the 20th century, many believed science would eventually replace the need for God. But today, modern discoveries in cosmology, physics, and origin-of-life studies point
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Is “The Woke Right” Even a Real Thing?
Is there really a “woke right” or is that label creating more confusion than clarity? In this conversation, Dr. Corey Miller argues that what’s happening in America is downstream from what’s been happening on college campuses for decades. Ideas move from campus to culture, and if we don’t name the problem accurately, we won’t be able to respond wisely. READ: The
Stranger Things: My Review
How might a Christian think about the wildly popular TV show Stranger Things? What is the worldview behind the show? Why is this show so popular and what does it mean to Gen Z? What are the biblical themes? Sean brings on his 21-year old son Scottie to discuss these questions and more. We discuss the positives and negatives of the show, the demonic themes, the controversial "coming out" scene from
The Case for Capitalism
Does capitalism encourage greed? Does it favor the rich? Does it create inequality? And why is socialism making a comeback? Is socialism a better economic system? Dr. Scott Rae is a leading ethicist and he is the author of "The Virtues of Capitalism." We discuss these questions and more. Let us know what you think! READ: The Virtues of Capitalism, by Scott Rae (https://amzn.to/3YRbolw). WATCH: Why
Why Christians Should NOT be Leftists
Today, we're going to examine the book Why Christians Should Be Leftists by Philip Christman. While affirming areas of genuine common ground like concern for the poor, moral accountability and the dangers of unchecked consumerism we need to ask a deeper question: Can leftism be consistently aligned with a biblical worldview? This is not a partisan conversation, but a call for clarity, humility and
7 Reasons Reincarnation is False
What is the evidence for and against reincarnation? When analyzed carefully, what does the science reveal? Gary Habermas is one of the world's leading experts on the Resurrection of Jesus. In this video, we do a deep dive on the common evidences given for reincarnation (e.g., child memories, birthmarks) and offer some additional critiques. We discuss the work of Ian Stevenson, leading researcher a
Explosive: Lovingly Confronting Silence & Arrogance
America is in a divided and angry moment. Should "niceness" be our goal? When is it right to confront another Christian and how should we do so? What is the key to balancing grace and truth? In this conversation, I talk with pastor and podcaster Shane Idleman about some of the toughest challenges Christian face today, such as: *What is the #1 sign of a FALSE prophet today? *Is confrontational Chri
Kirk Cameron Doubles Down on Hell: My Response (w/Gavin Ortlund)
Kirk Cameron has generated quite the controversy with his views about annihilationism. Today, I'm here with Gavin Ortlund to discuss three primary questions: Is annihilationism heretical? Is this a slippery slope? How can we best respond? Gavin and I were both on Kirk's show recently and consider him a friend. We hope this helps advance the conversation. WATCH: Is Annihilationism Heresy? (The Inte
The Miracles Science Can't Explain (Dr. Marc Siegel)
Do miracles still happen or have we explained them away with modern medicine? Today, I am with Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, NYU clinical professor, and practicing physician, to explore why many doctors believe miracles are not relics of the past, but realities they still encounter today. He argues that as medical skill advances, the value of human life and the reality of the s
Why Smart People Don’t Take Religion Seriously (And Why I Was Wrong)
Charles Murray is a Harvard and MIT-trained policy analyst and the author of Taking Religion Seriously. He joins me to explore why many educated people never seriously consider God—not because they’ve disproven the supernatural, but because they’ve quietly learned to dismiss it. Charles describes his journey from “happy agnostic” to “Christian,” wrestling
Mormonism Examined: Jesus, God, Salvation, and More
Is Mormonism Christian? What does the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teach about different Jesus, the gospel, the nature of God, the afterlife, grace, and more? Bill McKeever, founder of Mormonism Research Ministry, is one of the leading experts on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints today. He brings a deep understand of LDS theology as well as the history of the church. H
The Scientific Evidence for God: A NEW Documentary
What would make a committed, aggressive atheist become a follower of Jesus and then personally fund a documentary laying out the evidence for God? In today’s conversation, Michael Ray Lewis shares his remarkable journey from rejecting Christianity, mocking believers and making horror films to encountering evidence he could no longer ignore. Since then he's now made a documentary about the ev
Is Jesus Coming Soon? John Lennox on Revelation and the End of History
What is the evidence Jesus is coming soon? What about the Millennium, the antichrist, and the "mark of the beast"? In this episode, Dr. John Lennox joins me to discuss his newest book on Revelation: "God, AI, and the End of History." We discuss his preferred interpretation, his suggests for how to read Revelation (and how NOT to read it), and what Revelation means for today. READ: "God, AI and the
Why Ignoring God’s Design Is Making Us Miserable
Why is identity such a crisis in our culture right now? We’re constantly told to “live your truth,” “follow your feelings,” and “be whoever you want to be.” But what if our feelings aren’t always telling us the truth and what if real freedom is actually found somewhere else? Today, I have Dr. JP Foster, senior pastor at Faithful Central Bible Church
A Jewish Thinker Challenges Christianity — Sean Responds
Where do Jews and Christians agree, and where do they disagree about Jesus, salvation, miracles, and the Messiah? In this conversation, I talk with Orthodox Jewish thinker Shabbos Kestenbaum, a grad from Harvard Divinity school, and a political commentator for Prager U. Let us know what you think of this dialogue and if you want more like it. FOLLOW Shabbos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/
Why I am Protestant (and You Should be Too)
What does it really mean to be Protestant? Is it simply “not Catholic,” or does it stand for a positive, historic, and biblically-rooted vision of Christianity? Today, I'm speaking with my Biola University colleague Dr. Fred Sanders. We discuss the meaning, history, and theological distinctives of Protestantism. Sanders explains why the term “Protestant” is often misunderst
Substitutionary Atonement Under Fire: William Lane Craig Refutes a New Theory
Do we need to rethink penal substitutionary atonement? According to a new popular book, the answer is a resounding YES. In his book "Lamb of the Free," Dr. Andrew R. Rillera argues against there is no such thing as substitutionary atonement in the Torah and that substitutionary atonement is both misguided and harmful. As far as I am aware, there has not been an in-depth response to this book. Dr.
AI, Faith, and the Future: A Conversation Christians Must Hear
What should Christians think about AI? Artificial Intelligence is reshaping culture, business, education, and even the way we think about human identity. In this roundtable conversation, I sit down with 3 Biola professors–and bonafide experts on AI-to explore how believers can navigate the rapidly changing world of AI with wisdom and clarity. WATCH: The End of the World? John Lennox on AI an
The Real Story Behind the Protestant Bible
When did Christians first recognize the biblical canon and how do we know we have the right books? Today, we have New Testament scholar Dr. Michael Kruger (The Question of Canon) to unpack what “canon” means, why recognition began far earlier than the 4th century, and how both intrinsic factors (covenant, apostles) and extrinsic factors (heretics like Marcion) shaped the process. We al
This Changes Everything About God’s Will (ft. Greg Koukl)
What is God’s will and how do we actually find it? Does God still speak to us today, and if so, how can we recognize His voice? Today, we have author and apologist Greg Koukl, founder of Stand to Reason, about one of the most practical and misunderstood topics in the Christian life: how to make decisions that honor God. Greg challenges the common idea that Christians must wait for a “s
Could Jonah Survive in a Whale? Here’s What Science Says!
Is it possible to survive inside a whale for 3 days and 3 nights? Critics often claim the biblical story of Jonah is scientifically impossible, but what if there’s more to it? In this episode, William P. Cheshire, M.D., a neurologist and professor, offers a scientific analysis of the biblical story. He discusses what modern whale research reveals, whether science and faith are truly in confl
Tim Tebow on Failure, Fame, and Faith
What happens when you’ve achieved everything you ever wanted, but yet God tells you it’s not the point? Tim Tebow opens up about his journey from NFL stardom to a life devoted to serving the Most Vulnerable People. He shares how God changed his definition of success, the lessons learned from failure, and the stories of the overlooked and abandoned that transformed his heart. He speaks
The Truth about Haunted Houses: Ghosts, Demons, and the Paranormal
Can houses actually be haunted, and if so, what kind of activity suggests it might be real? How should Christians respond when they sense their might be a demonic manifestation in their home? Author Karl Payne has personally dealt with demonic manifestation in both people and homes. He is the author of Spiritual Warfare: Christians, Demonization, and Deliverance. He takes my toughest questions on
Are Christians Safe from Demons?
Steve Dabbs is a retired senior military chaplain with over 35 years of full-time expertise in pastoral care. Throughout his life and ministry, he has encountered demonic activity and today he's here to answer these questions: "Can a Christian be demonized?" "Are Christians Safe from Demonic Activity?" Steve's answers might surprise you, but they are rooted both in church history and scripture. RE
Wokeness Is Alive and Well—Here’s How Scripture Confronts It
Is “wokeness” really dead? Apologist Neil Shenvi is here to talk about the growing influence of critical theory in culture, the church, and the next generation. They discuss why wokeness isn’t just a passing trend but a worldview rooted in a new kind of moral framework one that’s shaping how young people think about justice, identity, and truth. Rising LGBTQ+ identification
Can Catholics and Protestants Agree?
In this conversation, Catholic apologist Trent Horn is here to discuss his video asking 50 Catholics their favorite argument for God. This was actually a response to my video where I asked 100 apologists their favorite arguments for God. However, today we're discussing why evangelicals and Catholics often approach apologetics differently. Whether you’re a skeptic or believer, this episode ch
Is it Time to Rethink Biblical Inerrancy? A Much-Needed Debate
Is there room in the church for a "flexible inerrancy," in which the Gospel writers adapted and invented sayings of Jesus according to their theological interests? For example, is it within the bounds of inerrancy to conclude that Jesus never said the words, "I thirst," although that sentiment captures his goals? These questions are at the root of a big debate within the evangelical church. And to
Iranian Muslims are Turning to Jesus–What's Happening?
What would it look like for revival to break out in the most restrictive places in the world? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Hormoz Shariat, a PhD in computer engineering, author of Iran’s Great Awakening, and the “Billy Graham of Iran.” Dr. Hormoz shares how he was born into Islam, lived through the Iranian Revolution, and still wrestled with questions of truth, injustice, and
Why Mike Winger Started Exposing Bad Christian Leaders
Today I have on apologist Mike Winger to explain why he pivoted his channel toward investigating abuse and false teaching in the church especially in settings where prophecy is practiced without accountability. He traces how “cover-up culture” forms, why some leaders stay silent, and how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), intimidation,and platform protection can compound harm. He also l
Charlie Kirk, Revival, and How the Church MUST Respond (ft. Allie Beth Stuckey)
Is there a revival in America? In the wake of the recent tragedy of Charlie Kirk, many people are turning to church and God. How must we–as individuals and as a church–respond in our cultural moment? Allie Beth Stuckey is a well known guest and friend of the show and she is here today to share her observations, unique perspective, and offer encouragement for the church. Please share st
The End of the World? John Lennox on AI and the Book of Revelation
Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world at lightning speed bringing both incredible possibilities and sobering dangers. But how should Christians think about AI in light of Scripture, and in particular the book of Revelation? In this conversation, Dr. John Lennox joins me to discuss his concerns about AI, but also his confidence in why the end of history will not come through AI or some oth
Ruslan’s Wakeup Call for the Church
Ruslan KD is one of the most popular and influential Christian YouTubers. He focuses on cultural analysis, from a biblical perspective, and challenges Christians to live out their faith. He has written a new book, Godly Ambition, which challenges Christians to strategically use their gifts to help advance the kingdom of God. In this interview, Ruslan shares his journey to faith, the motivation beh
Demonic–Or Something Else? My Son's Chilling Encounter.
Today, I sit down with my 21-year-old son, Scottie, to briefly unpack a startling street conversation in New York City. While running a “Change My Mind” table at Union Square, he met a self-described Satanist who reached for tarot cards when asked about the identity of Jesus. According to my guest Steve Dabbs, author of "When Demons Surface," this was a genuine demonic encounter. We sh
Excavated at Last! What Archaeology Could Reveal About Colossians.
For the first time in history, archaeologists are excavating the ancient city of Colossae, the very place Paul addressed his letter to the Colossians and to Philemon. Dr. Arnold explains the significance of Colossae in the New Testament world, the challenges of getting an excavation approved in modern Türkiye, and what discoveries could reveal about the spiritual and cultural background behin
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