Curiously Kaitlyn
Do you have questions about theology, the Bible, or the church that you're too afraid to ask? Tired of pastors and scholars using unfamiliar language or overly complicated explanations? Curiously, Kaitlyn is a weekly podcast hosted by author and theologian Kaitlyn Schiess that tries to make theology accessible, meaningful, and fun. Each week, you'll hear a kid ask a theology question–sometimes serious, sometimes silly–and Kaitlyn will interview a scholar to help answer it (without all the academic jargon). Together, Kaitlyn and her guest discover that this one simple question opens up big theological ideas that can impact our lives, shape our view of God, and understand Scripture in a new way.
Episodes
Why did Jesus ascend to Heaven instead of staying on earth?
Why did Jesus go to heaven? And if he went "up," does that mean he's living somewhere in outer space? Kaitlyn and Mike unpack the surprisingly strange story of Jesus' ascension and why the Bible gives us so few details about where Jesus actually went. Kaitlyn explains why the ascension isn't primarily about Jesus leaving the earth, but about Jesus taking his place as King, ruling and reigning at t
What is the biggest explosion in the Bible?
Movies are filled with cars, buildings, and cities blowing up—we love explosions! Does the Bible have any explosions? Kaitlyn and Noah, her fiancé, ask what counts as an explosion and elect one "explosion" the best. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:26 - What's the Biggest Explosion in the Bible? 3:10 - Was Creation an Explosion? 5:20 - Sodom and Gomorrah 8:17 - The Walls of Jericho 13:50 - Sponsor
Why Did God Ask Abraham to Sacrifice Isaac?
The story of Abraham and Isaac is one of the most unsettling passages in the Bible. Kaitlyn explains why God tested Abraham even though he already knew what Abraham would do, and what the story reveals about both faith and the character of God. God's tests are not meant to reveal something to him, but to reveal and form something in us. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:04 - Why Did God Test Abraham? 5:27
Will There Be Marriage in Heaven?
In wedding ceremonies, couples say, "Til death do us part." Wait, but what happens to your marriage after death? Jesus talks only briefly about marriage and weddings, but that has been enough to give scholars a lot to debate about throughout the centuries. Kaitlyn explains what these passages say and why she thinks heavenly matrimony seems plausible. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:52 - What Will Marriage
Does God Cry?
Crying can feel like a sign of weakness, which makes it hard to imagine an all-powerful God shedding tears. Kaitlyn explores what Jesus weeping at Lazarus's tomb reveals about a God who chooses to be moved by our suffering and how Christian hope does not minimize grief, but instead promises death, pain, and tears will not have the final word. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:32 - Does God Cry? 11:10 - Sp
Why did God make Eve from Adam?
The story of Adam and Eve has often been used to argue that men were created to lead and women were created to assist. But does Genesis actually say that? Kaitlyn looks more closely at the two creation accounts, the meaning of the word "helper," and why Eve's creation from Adam's side is meant to emphasize their shared humanity rather than her inferiority. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:56 - How Did God
Do we get mansions in Heaven?
Heaven is often imagined as clouds, mansions, and maybe a few streets of gold, but Jesus' promise in John 14 is far more comforting than heavenly real estate. Kaitlyn talks about what Jesus meant when he said his Father's house has many rooms, why "mansions" may be a misunderstanding, and how the Bible's picture of eternity is physical, communal, and full of belonging. Heaven may not include a pri
If aliens exist, do they need Jesus?
What would the existence of aliens mean for the Christian story? Kaitlyn and Mike explore whether sin only affects humans, whether other planets are part of a fallen creation, and what the Bible's big-picture story of creation and redemption might have to say about life beyond Earth. They also talk about the image of God, why intelligence is not what makes humans valuable, and why the hope of Jesu
Does God speak to girls too?
Why did changing "brothers" to "brothers and sisters" in some Bibles make so many Christians upset? Kaitlyn unpacks why older translations often said "brothers," "men," or "mankind," and why many newer translations now use more inclusive language. She talks about language, culture, and why it matters that every child knows God's Word is speaking to them. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:25 - Feeling Promot
Why does Jesus pray if he's God?
When Jesus prayed, was he talking to himself? Kaitlyn dives into the deep end of Christian theology, talking about the Trinity, Jesus' humanity, and why "three persons, one God" is both true and mysterious. She explores why Jesus praying in the garden is not God merely talking to himself, but a glimpse into the eternal relationship of Father, Son, and Spirit, and why Jesus' human will matters for
Did Daniel and Jesus disagree about prayer?
Daniel prays where people can see him, but Jesus tells his followers not to pray just to be noticed. So did Daniel and Jesus disagree about prayer? Kaitlyn explains why Daniel's prayer was an act of quiet faithfulness, not religious showmanship, and why Jesus was warning against using prayer to impress an audience. Mike and Kaitlyn talk about public faith, political protest, performative religion,
Mailbag: Communion Alone? Living in Light of the Resurrection? Do I Have to Join a Church, and more!
It's a mailbag episode, and Kaitlyn is taking on a wide range of listener questions about church, communion, and Christian formation. Is it okay to take the Lord's Supper by yourself at home if your church only celebrates it once a month? What does it actually mean to "live in light of the resurrection"? And how much theological training should pastors and ministry leaders have before stepping int
How did God inspire the Bible?
When we say Scripture is inspired by God, what do we mean? Did God simply dictate every word, or put the authors in some sort of trance? Did Paul know he was writing Scripture when he first penned his letter to the Romans? Kaitlyn helps us understand what Christians mean when they say the Bible is "God-breathed," and how the Holy Spirit worked through real people with real personalities, purposes,
Why is wisdom considered a girl in the Bible?
Kaitlyn looks at why Proverbs personifies both wisdom and folly as women, how those images have often been misunderstood, and why Proverbs 31 should not be treated as an impossible checklist for Christian womanhood. She also talk about the Bible's honest account of sin's impact on men and women, the difference between wisdom and certainty, and why learning to live with unanswered questions can act
Why do Christians raise their hands in worship?
Ever looked around during worship and wondered why everyone suddenly has their hands in the air? Kaitlyn and producer Mike explore where this practice comes from, what the Bible actually says about worship, and why different churches express worship in such different ways. They also unpack the tension between emotional worship and thoughtful faith, and ask an important question: What if God cares
Should you only get baptized in church?
We know we are supposed to get baptized, but does it matter where it happens? Kaitlyn and Mike unpack what baptism actually is, why Christians do it, and why it's about more than just a personal moment. Where you're baptized might be less about the building and more about the people standing with you...but the building still matters! 0:00 - Theme Song 1:00 - Why Can You only Get Baptized in Ch
Will there be meat in Heaven?
Many of us cannot imagine Heaven without bacon. Concerns about meat in Heaven may seem silly, but they're actually really relevant. Kaitlyn unpacks our understanding of our relationship to food, the Garden of Eden, and the Resurrection. And Mike wonders if, perhaps, Heaven will be full of hamburger trees. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:54 - Will There Be Meat in Heaven? 5:44 - Sin Vs. Limitations 12:
When Jesus was a baby, did he know everything?
So, babies don't know very much. God knows everything. God became a baby. With all that in mind, did Baby Jesus know everything? Kaitlyn talks about Jesus being both a person and God at the same time and how confusing that can get! 0:00 - Theme Song 1:00 - All-Knowing Baby Jesus? 2:30 - Jesus Grew in Wisdom 10:45 - Sponsor - World Relief - Partner with World Relief in creating safety, stab
Why did God make people last instead of first?
Human beings are made in the image of God, so we should be first, right? The first are usually the most important. Why would God make us after all the animals and plants? Kaitlyn explains the theology behind Adam and Even being made after the Garden of Eden. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:33 - Why Did God Create People Last? 2:42 - Being Last Humbles Us 9:00 - Being Last Elevates Us 16:18 - God Gav
Does Jesus die on the cross every Easter?
So, every year, we talk about Jesus dying and coming back. Did that just happen once, or did he die and come back? Kaitlyn and Mike talk about why we mourn Jesus every year even though he only died once. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:45 - Does Jesus Die on the Cross Every Easter? 9:08 - Crucifixion and Communion 18:25 - Sponsor - Tyndale - Ask better question and discover the Gospel of Being Human w
Why did Jesus intentionally confuse people?
Ever read something Jesus said and thought… wait, was that supposed to make sense? One young listener asks why Jesus seemed to intentionally confuse people in Mark 4, and it turns out she's stumbled onto one of the hardest passages in the Gospels. Kaitlyn and Mike dig into the parable of the sower, Jesus' surprising quote from Isaiah, and whether God actually wants some people not to understand. T
Why are Jesus and Scripture both called the Word of God?
You may have heard people in church say, "Jesus is the Word of God," but they also say, "The Bible is the Word of God." The Bible itself refers to Jesus as the "Word of God." How are those things both true? Kaitlyn explains how the term "Word of God" is used throughout the Bible, the debates around the Greek word for "word," and how we interpret scripture to define important terms. 0:00 - Th
In canine Heaven, is Jesus a dog?
If your dog goes to heaven, will she see Jesus as a dog? Kaitlyn and Mike explore what the Bible actually says about animals, God's care for creation, and whether the pets we love might be part of the new creation. They tackle why Jesus became human and why that particular, embodied humanity still matters today. The conversation leads to a bigger question many adults quietly assume: is Jesus whoev
Why didn't God stop Pharaoh's magicians?
Pharaoh's magicians seem to be doing magic in the Bible! If supernatural power comes from God, then how are these guys turning rods into snakes? Kaitlyn talks about how people have understood that passage in the Bible and what it reveals about our relationship to idols, magic, and God. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:56 - Why Did God Let Pharaoh's Magicians Do Magic? 4:25 - Was it Just a Magic Trick?
Why angels are jealous of humans
Most of us assume angels rank above humans in the great cosmic hierarchy. But angels, for all their mystery and power, lack two essential parts of what it means to be human: a physical body and the kind of covenant relationship with God that shapes our story. Kaitlyn takes up the simple question of whether angels are boys or girls and uses it to draw out the deeper differences between angels and h
Freewill, predestination, or both?
Did God choose you or did you choose God? Kaitlyn tackles one of Christianity's most debated questions, predestination vs. free will, exploring what the Bible says about God's sovereignty, human choice, and how believers have wrestled with holding both together for centuries. She also addresses the deeper motivations behind this debate, including fear about salvation, questions about responsibilit
Where did the chapters and verses come from in the Bible?
Isn't it weird that the Bible has all these little verse and chapter markers? And the original writers of the books of the Bible didn't write them. So, where did they come from? Kaitlyn explains why we have verse and chapter markers and how it sometimes changes how we read the Bible. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:52 - What's With All the Numbers in the Bible? 4:00 - Why Read Whole Books of the Bible?
Why is it so hard to let go of harmful things?
We all know the story of Lot's wife being turned into a pillar of salt, but have you ever stopped to look at it from her perspective? Kaitlyn unpacks this strange story to talk about God's mercy, our tendency to return to things that harmed us, and how to read the Bible when we come across stories we do not fully understand. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:07 - Why Was Lot's Wife Turned Into Salt? 9:00
What does it mean to fear God?
What does it mean to fear an all-loving God? Is it just reverence and awe, or are we actually supposed to be afraid? Kaitlyn and Mike wrestle with biblical stories, common misconceptions about Greek and Hebrew word studies, and the difference between fear that drives us away from God and fear that draws us closer. They also explore how a healthy fear of God can free us from fear of people, power,
Why Heaven won't be perfect
We think the after life will be perfect in every way, but that is not the picture that Scripture paints. From Eden to new creation, Kaitlyn and Mike explore why scripture calls creation "good" instead of "perfect," why only God has perfection, and why eternal life won't be static, boring, or frozen in place. Instead, it's a future of growth, learning, and flourishing—far better than the perfectio
Why do we bow our heads when we pray?
Why do Christians bow their heads when they pray? Is it just tradition, a way to avoid distraction, or does our posture actually shape our faith? Kaitlyn and Producer Mike explore where bowing came from, how the Bible depicts it, what the early church thought about prayer posture, and how our bodies help form our hearts. Also in the episode: feudal hand gestures, sugar glider onesies, and why dist
Mailbag! Works vs faith, church volunteers, and better Bible habits
It's mailbag time! Kaitlyn and Mike field your questions about faith and works, why churches sometimes prioritize nursery duty over community outreach, and how to move beyond the "Bible in a Year" grind. They talk salvation as allegiance, children as the church's shared responsibility, and creative ways to stay rooted in Scripture without treating it like a daily vitamin. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:2
Mailbag! When God is silent, Heaven gets confusing, and mercy feels inconsistent
How can we have a personal relationship with God, when we do all the talking? How can Christians talk honestly about heaven and the afterlife without oversimplifying or confusing people? And why does Scripture sometimes show God responding with judgment and other times with surprising mercy? Kaitlyn lets the grown ups have a turn asking their questions, and they don't disappoint! She tackle these
Did the Father Forsake the Son on the Cross? (HP+ Vault)
Jesus cries out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" How can the Father forsake the Son if they're the same person in the Trinity? Was the Trinity severed? Kaitlyn has thoughts on this important theological debate—and reveals how this debate is part of why she became a theologian! 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Theme Song 1:20 - Show Starts 2:40 - Kaitlyn's Origin Story 12:50 - Penal Substi
Where was Jesus born?
What if there was no angry innkeeper in the nativity story? Despite what Christmas pageants might suggest, Jesus was likely not born in a stable, and Mary and Joseph were probably not rejected by an innkeeper. Kaitlyn takes a closer look at Luke's nativity account, exploring what Scripture actually says about mangers, guest rooms, animals, and family—and why those details matter. What may seem lik
Why Did God Choose Mary?
Why would God choose such a young woman to be the mother of Jesus? Kaitlyn Schiess reflects on Mary's age, vulnerability, and social position, and why those details matter so much in the Advent story. Drawing from Luke 1, they explore how God consistently works through surprising people, why Mary's response is so different from Zechariah's, and what this teaches us about faith, doubt, and trust. M
What's the Point of Advent?
What's the point of Advent in a world that's already been playing Christmas music since October? Kaitlyn digs into the ancient roots of Advent, why the church calendar begins with longing instead of celebration, and how this season teaches us to live in the tension between God's promises and our present reality. When we feel the quiet ache from the Christmas season never quite living up to our exp
What Does the Magi Story Really Tell Us About Jesus?
We all know the wise men from our nativity sets, but what's actually going on in this story? Who were the wise men, and why did Matthew include them in his accounting of the birth of Christ? This well-known but undeniably odd part of the nativity story is loaded with meaning that can reorient how we enter Advent. Kaitlyn and Producer Mike follow kids' simple questions about stars, gifts, and trave
What's the Point of Prayer If God Knows Everything?
Does prayer make a difference? After all, if God knows everything about us, then why should we bother praying? Kaitlyn helps us understand how prayer is more than listing our requests, but an opportunity to experience relationship with a Father who delights to hear from His kids, reshaping our desires, and drawing us into dependence on Him. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:23 - Sponsor - Dwell - Listen to
Why Does God Have a Name? (And Why It Matters A LOT!)
Let's dive into the surprising story behind God revealing Himself as Yahweh. Why does the Bible sometimes say God, sometimes LORD, and why do we almost never see "Yahweh" printed in English translations? Kaitlyn and Mike explore how this ancient name points to God's character, His promise of presence, and why the "philosophical God" and the "personal God" are actually the same God. They also unpac
If God Never Forgets, Why Do I Feel Forgotten?
What do we do when God feels silent, distant, or forgetful? Kaitlyn and Producer Mike explore how the Bible talks about God "remembering," why Scripture also says He "forgets" our sins, and why it can sometimes feel like God has overlooked us. They walk through stories from Noah to Zachariah, reflect on waiting, disappointment, and hope, and offer a reminder that God's presence—not quick fixes—is
Does God Love Satan?
If Jesus tells us to love our enemies, does that extend all the way to Satan? This week, Kaitlyn and Mike take a surprisingly thoughtful kids' question and use it to explore what Christians mean when we talk about the devil, and what Scripture is actually asking of us when it commands enemy-love. They also revisit the much-maligned phrase "love the sinner, hate the sin," and ask whether it still
Have We Ghosted the Holy Spirit?
Why don't Christians talk about the Holy Spirit more often? Have we quietly replaced dependence on God's Spirit with confidence in our own smarts and systems? What starts as a kid's Halloween question about the "Holy Ghost" quickly turns into a bigger conversation about why the church is so divided, whether we'd even notice if the Spirit disappeared from our theology, and how we might learn to let
Does God speak through dreams?
Do you have weird dreams? Could they be from God? In the Bible, God sometimes talks to people through dreams. Why did he do that? Does he still do that today? Kaitlyn and Mike talk about prophetic dreams and what they tell us about our relationship to God and to our own minds. 12:10 - Sponsor - Check out the Gracebased Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or learn more at https://gracebased.c
Does God still perform miracles?
It's a miracle! Kaitlyn's here to talk about miracles. They seem to be all over the Bible, so Christians obviously believe they happened—but do miracles still happen? What does that say about God? 0:00 - Theme Song 4:00 - Do Miracles Still Happen? 12:15 - Sponsor - Blueland - For 15% off first order of Blueland cleaning products, go to this link: https://www.blueland.com/CURIOUSLY 13:35 -
Will there be competition in heaven?
Will we have ferocious sports rivalries in heaven? Will we have tantrums over lost card games? Will we play? This week, Kaitlyn and Producer Mike answer the question - Will we have competition in heaven? Along the way, they discuss questions about how we categorize effects of the fall v. natural human limitations, what we can and cannot know about life in eternity, and how our work in this world c
Who are the little gods mentioned in the Bible?
This week, Kaitlyn tackle a kid's big question: "I know there's one true God, but are there little gods beneath him?" From Psalm 82 to Job and Paul, the Bible's language about gods, angels, demons, and spiritual powers is stranger than most of us realize. Kaitlyn unpacks what these passages mean, why scripture sometimes blurs the line between human rulers and spiritual beings, and how it all point
Is Heaven up or down?
Most of us imagine heaven as somewhere "up there." We look to the sky when we pray, talk about loved ones "looking down" on us, and even build churches to lift our eyes heavenward. Yet, Scripture's vision is far richer. In this episode, Kaitlyn explains why heaven isn't simply a place above the clouds, but wherever God's reign is made real. Both in the world to come, and even in our liv
Did Jesus ever get sick?
Producer Mike joins Kaitlyn again to discuss a seemingly easy but surprisingly tricky question: did Jesus get sick? Mike and Kaitlyn talk about the meaning of the incarnation: What does it mean that Jesus was (and is!) really, truly human, but did not sin? If Jeus was without sin, does that mean he was without illness? Did Jesus get especially tempted when he got a cold? What does it mean for us i
Why did God make everything but people made sidewalks?
Most of us don't give sidewalks a second thought. They're ordinary, unremarkable, and everywhere. But Kaitlyn Schiess explains why even something as plain as a sidewalk can reveal profound truths about God and humanity. Responding to this week's child's question, If God made everything, why did people make sidewalks? Kaitlyn explores the Christian belief that God created the world out of nothing,
Where is the Garden of Eden? Plus Other Mailbag Questions!
Kaitlyn and Producer Mike tackle not one, but four kid questions in this week's episode! They explore what it means to be made in God's image, why creation itself longs for redemption, how Christians have understood original sin, whether the serpent in Genesis was really Satan, and why Jesus calls even grown-ups "little children." 0:00 - Theme Song 1:04 - Can Really Smart Animals Become Christi
Why does God make sad things when he's sad about them?
Theologian and pastor Dr. Barry Jones joins Kaitlyn to tackle a tricky question that leads us to some of the most beautiful passages in Scripture. Why does God allow evil things to happen in the world when he is sad about them? Dr. Jones explains how sin grieves God, and how God's sadness at our suffering can be a comfort to us. He also shows us how we can trust God even as we await answers to so
Why do we call each other brothers and sisters?
Theologian Dr. Christa McKirland joins Kaitlyn to answer a question on the podcast that she has already answered before bedtime from one of her own children: why do we call each other brothers and sisters? Dr. McKirland gives us a picture of the people of God as a family, shows us what Scripture says about our relationship to each other as siblings, and points us back to our true identity as child
Why doesn't God answer my prayers?
Theologian and pastor Dr. Mika Edmondson joins Kaitlyn today to tackle a pretty challenging question: Why doesn't God answer my prayers? Dr. Edmondson describes what prayer is, walks us through some of the different answers God gives to our prayers, and shows us how Jesus models trusting God in the midst of suffering. 0:00 - Episode Starts 0:58 - Theme Song 1:50 - Why Does God Not
The Case Against Bible Reading Plans
This is an exclusive episode of Getting Schooled from Holy Post Plus! Lots of us do Bible-in-a-year reading plans, for good reason—but how much do we retain? Are we treating the Bible like a vitamin supplement? Kaitlyn and Skye break down the history, pros, and cons of daily Bible reading plans. 0:28 - Theme Song 3:14 - History of "Bible in a Year" Plans 10:32 - Treating the Bible like a Vit
Does God still love dictators?
God loves everyone, right? Well, what about people who use their power to hurt others? Kaitlyn Schiess has thought a lot about this and is here to explain what a dictator is, how God talks about them in scripture and what that requires of us as Christians. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:37 - Does God Love Dictators? 2:05 - Does God Still Love Dictators? 4:05 - The Fall and Authority 7:55 - Sponsor
What is the most accurate version of the Bible?
Kaitlyn Schiess sits down with Amy Peeler (who's on a real Bible translation committee) to answer what's the right version of the Bible. There's so many Bible translations. Why are they different if they're all God's word? Amy Peeler explains why the translations turn out different and why you shouldn't be too alarmed when you read an unfamiliar translation. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:50 - What's the
Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart?
Old Testament scholar (and Holy Post pundit!) Carmen Imes joins Kaitlyn to talk about a question both little kids and grown ups ask a lot: why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? Was God causing Pharaoh to do something evil? Was God overriding Pharaoh's free will? Dr. Imes teaches us about the Hebrew words for "hardening" a heart, how historical background can help us understand this passa
How do we teach kids about the Trinity?
How do we explain something as big and complicated as the Trinity to kids? Kaitlyn's here with advice on how to approach the topic—and how we may be making this much harder on ourselves than it needs to be. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:20 - Listener Question 4:14 - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/curi
Is it wrong to doubt God?
Mike Erre joins Kaitlyn to tackle a big question that is also deeply personal: is it wrong to doubt God? Mike shows us some ways we misunderstand both doubt and faith, brings us to Bible passages that help us understand doubt more clearly, and reminds us that God welcomes our questions. 0:00 - Theme Song 4:02 - Is it Ok to Doubt God? 8:53 - Lament vs. Doubt 12:46 - Sponsor - No Small Endea
What makes a belief heretical?
Kaitlyn is back with another Getting Schooled episode, this time about heresy. Are heresies even real? How do we define them? And most importantly—should you call someone on the internet a heretic? We'll be back to normal kid questions on Curiously, Kaitlyn next week! 0:00 - Show Starts 0:38 - Theme Song 4:00 - What Even is Heresy? 8:00 - What's a Core Doctrine? 13:30 - Sponsor - Hiya He
Can women lead in church? Part 2
Kaitlyn and Skye Jethani are back to explain the egalitarian stance. What Bible verses at first glance seem complementation, but may reveal, with context, a more egalitarian view? What else do people overlook in our desire to find a clear "role for women" in the church? 0:00 - Theme Song 3:21 - Biblical Exemples 7:20 - Prescription vs Description 16:18 - Looking for Scriptural Logic 20:3
Can women lead in church? Part 1
Kaitlyn and Skye Jethani go over the different kinds of complementarianism, the verses used to justify it, and how weird this becomes in practical application. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:30 - What Does "Complementarian" Mean? 7:43 - Nature vs. Culture 17:17 - Sponsor - Dwell - Listen to scripture throughout your day. Go to https://www.dwellbible.com/CK for 25% off! 18:56 - Spon
What is heaven like?
In today's installment of the "Kids Say the Most Heretical Things," Kaitlyn tackles a big question: What will heaven be like? We hear from lots of kids about what they think - from what it will look like ("shiny, like a necklace!") to what we'll do in heaven ("eat orange cinnamon rolls") to what they hope for ("to talk to Jesus in real life"). These kids have a lot to teach us about the future we
Mailbag: Why did God create angels? What if sin never happened? Why does God stay in the sky?
In this mailbag edition of Curiously Kaitlyn, Kaitlyn and Producer Mike tackle real, handwritten questions from kids. This time: Do we go straight to heaven when we die? Why doesn't God just take all the believers now? Are our parents technically our siblings in God's family? What would life be like if there was never any sin? And why did God create… angles? (Or maybe that was angels.) - Sponsor
Was God bored before creation?
This week Kaitlyn is joined by pastor Clayton Keenon to answer a mind-bending question: was God bored before he made us? What was he doing before creation, and why did he create anything at all? Plus, Clayton shows us how understanding God's character and nature allows us to more freely respond to his freely given love. 0:00 - Theme Song 3:00 - Was God Bored Before Creation? 8:30 - Why Did G
What questions did Kaitlyn ask as a kid?
This week we have an incredibly special guest on the show: Kaitlyn's mom! Debbie Schiess joins us to talk about what little Kaitlyn was curious about, how to respond well to your kids' big questions, and how serving with the children of the church can change how you think about the whole church. 0:34- Theme Song 2:08 - What was Kaitlyn like as a kid? 8:06 - Parenting a Child with Big Questio
When people go to heaven, do they bring their phones?
This week we answer a question that's on every technology-addicted kids' mind: will we bring our phones to heaven? Theology and technology expert Andy Crouch joins Kaitlyn to talk about a theology of creation and new creation, human creativity and culture, and the story we will spend eternity enjoying. 1:07 - Theme Song 7:10 - Are Phones Magic? 13:25 - The Garden vs the City 17:15 - Spons
If God loves us, why did he make things like black widows, mosquitos, wasps, and volcanos?
Kaitlyn is joined this week by pastor Mike Kelsey to answer a very cute question…that is actually much bigger and deeper and harder than you might think. Did God make things like black widows, mosquitos, wasps, and volcanos? And if he did, why do they hurt us? - Sponsor - Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctor's appointments! Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/KAITLYN - Sponsor - No Small Endeavor -
Will we rise from the dead like Jesus?
Happy Easter! In this week's episode, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ by talking about how his resurrection changes everything. Pastor and scholar Dr. Malcolm Foley joins Kaitlyn to talk about why Jesus' resurrection matters - and what it means for our own coming resurrection. 2:30 - Theme Song 3:30 - Will We Rise From the Dead? 5:20 - Does the Resurrection Matter? 10:00 - Po
Why do we call Good Friday good?
As we approach Good Friday, New Testament scholar Dr. Joshua Jipp joins Kaitlyn to answer a crucial question. Why do we call Good Friday good? Dr. Jipp brings us to a variety of places in the Bible that describe the goodness of the crucifixion, describes how we might approach a Good Friday service with our families, and reminds us of a central truth that should guide all our questions: God is love
Why do we wave palm branches?
As we approach Palm Sunday, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta joins Kaitlyn to answer a pretty important question: why do we wave palm branches? Dr. Gupta gives fascinating historical background on this practice, but he also points us to its theological significance. Jesus entered into his reign in a surprising way - because he is a surprising king. 1:44 - Show Starts 8:32 - Palms and Victory
Why do we wear crosses?
As we continue on with our Easter series, we are answering the question: Why was Jesus crucified? Not just why he died, but why did it have to be on a cross? From the brutal history of crucifixion to its transformation into a symbol of hope, Kaitlyn traces how early Christians wrestled with, and ultimately embraced the cross as central to our faith. 0.00 - Sponsor - No Small Endeavor - Award-wi
Why did Jesus have to die?
Skye Jethani joins Kaitlyn for the next episode in our Lent and Easter series - answering the question "Why did Jesus have to die?" Skye and Kaitlyn discuss theological responses to this question, how reading the Old Testament helps us understand the New Testament better, and how Jesus' death says something about the depth of evil and the even greater depth of God's love. 0:00 - Sponsor - Dwell
What does the Easter Bunny have to do with Jesus?
How did colorful eggs, chocolate bunnies, and mountains of candy become part of celebrating Jesus' death and resurrection? Kaitlyn explores the surprising origins of the Easter Bunny and its traditions, and why Christians feel the need to baptize non-christian things by making up a Christian connection or a Christian origin. Should we join in on the Easter Bunny fun, or is this a tradition we sho
Why do I have to give up stuff for Lent?
Dr. Esau McCaulley is back - this time to talk about Lent, fasting, and the church calendar. Dr. McCaulley and Kaitlyn discuss why Christians (even Protestants!) observe Lent, how we can use this time to grow closer to God, and how fasting can spiritually form us in powerful ways. - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https:/
Why do we put ashes on our head for Ash Wednesday?
This week, we're kicking off a new segment - Kids Say the Most Heretical Things. instead of starting with a question, we let kids take a crack at explaining why we put ashes on our heads for Ash Wednesday. Their answers—funny, profound, and sometimes theologically questionable—give us insight into what we're really teaching in church, whether we mean to or not. Along the way, we'll explore the his
Can we trust God if he was ok with slavery?
Kaitlyn is joined by New Testament scholar Kat Burgett to talk about a troubling passage in Exodus concerning slavery - they discuss what the law says, what it means, and how it changes over time. Dr. Burgett shows us a few ways to understand puzzling passages of Scripture, and reminds us to read every tricky passage in light of the whole story of Scripture. - Sponsor - Zocdoc - Stop putting off
How did people like Adam and Eve live longer than we do now?
Dr. Dominick Hernandez joins Kaitlyn to answer an age-old question: How did people like Adam and Eve live longer than we do now? Dr. Hernandez describes a few of the main approaches to answering this question, reminds us that we shouldn't be dogmatic about things the Bible isn't dogmatic about, and (passionately) explains why we should read the genealogies in the Bible! - Sponsor - Better Help - G
Why does God take care of us?
Dr. Vincent Bacote joins Kaitlyn to talk about God sovereignty, creation and redemption, and the job God gave humans to take care of the world. They explore the question, "Why does God take care of us?" and discuss the beauty of God's providence over all things. - Sponsor - For 15% off first order of Blueland cleaning products, go to this link: https://www.blueland.com/CURIOUSLY
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