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The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast

J. Warner Wallacewww.coldcasechristianity.com
The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast is hosted by J. Warner Wallace. J. Warner is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries. The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.
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Episodes

Does Everyone Have a Guardian Angel?

According to the Bible, angels protect us in an unseen spiritual battle. Does this mean that every believer has an individually assigned guardian angel? J. Warner answers this question as he examines what the Bible says about angelic beings in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Nov 04, 202028 min

The Important Differences Between Christianity and Mormonism

In this podcast, J. Warner reviews his recent Utah Missions Trip and talks about several important points of contrast between Christianity and Mormonism, including the distinct differences related to the nature of Jesus, God and Salvation.

Oct 27, 20201 hr 14 min

Why Did God Create Angelic Beings?

Why did God create angels in the first place? Are they necessary, and if not, why create them at all? J. Warner answers these questions as he examines what the Bible says about angelic beings in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Oct 21, 202028 min

Is It Reasonable to Believe in Angelic Beings?

Christians believe in angels because they are described in the Bible, but are there any good logical arguments for the existence of angelic beings without appealing to Bible verses? J. Warner examines three classic, historic arguments for the existence of such beings in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Oct 14, 202028 min

A Christian Perspective in An Election Year

What attitude should Christians have about the upcoming elections? What disposition should we hold? What values should we express? J. Warner answers these questions as he provides a few insights from a Christian perspective in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Oct 07, 202028 min

Thoughts on Law Enforcement from a Christian Cop

What is the nature of Law Enforcement that makes it necessary for any culture or society? What does this nature require of its employees? What challenges do officers face when it come to the use of force? J. Warner answers these questions as he provides a few insights from the perspective of a Christian police officer in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Sep 30, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using Psalm 19 to Share the Truth

What does scripture say about the evidence for God’s existence? What does it say about the truth of God’s Word? How can we use a single verse to make the case for both claims? J. Warner describes how to memorize and use a single verse to share the truth with the people in your world in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Sep 23, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using Matthew 5 to Share the Truth

What important truths from the Sermon on the Mount can we use to share the truth of Christianity with others? How can we better memorize part of the Sermon to accomplish this goal? J. Warner describes three important truths about faith in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Sep 16, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using John 1 to Share the Truth

How can we better memorize this iconic chapter from John’s gospel? How can we use this important chapter to help make a case for the deity of Jesus? J. Warner offers tips to help you memorize and use scripture to share the Gospel with others in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Sep 09, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using 1 Corinthians 15 to Share the Truth

How can we better memorize this “creedal” passage from Paul? How can we use this important passage to help make a case for the deity of Jesus? J. Warner offers tips to help you memorize and use scripture to share the Gospel with others in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Sep 02, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using Philippians 2 to Share the Truth

How can we better memorize this “creedal” scripture? How can we use this important passage to help make a case for the deity of Jesus? J. Warner offers tips to help you memorize and use scripture to share the Gospel with others in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Aug 26, 202028 min

Tips for Memorizing and Using Psalm 23 to Share the Truth

How can we better memorize scripture? How can we use this important Psalm to help make a case for the existence and love of God? J. Warner offers tips to help you memorize and use scripture to share the Gospel with others in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Aug 19, 202028 min

The Best Reason to Be a Christian

Why are you a Christian? Why do most Christians identify themselves as believers? Is there one reason that is better than the rest? J. Warner describes the nature of faith and belief in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Aug 12, 202028 min

Is Salvation Really a Free Gift?

What is the Christian definition of “saving faith”? Are our good deeds evaluated by God when he offers us eternal life? J. Warner describes three important truths about faith in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Aug 05, 202028 min

What is the Meaning of the Cross?

Why is the cross so important to Christians? What meaning does Christianity associate with the cross? J. Warner describes three important truths about the cross in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Jul 29, 202028 min

Three Ways to Ignite Your Teenager’s Passion for God

We’ve all seen it before. That inattentive expression in the eyes of our teens (or pre-teens) when someone starts talking about God or Christianity. Maybe it’s subtle, maybe it’s more pronounced, but we recognize it: our kids are often be distracted, unengaged or apathetic when it comes to spiritual issues. J. Warner offers three practical tips to increase your teenager’s passion for God in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Jul 22, 202028 min

Three Simple Rules for Apologetics Multimedia Presentations

If all of us, as Christians, are called to become Christian Case Makers, ready to give an answer to anyone who has a question, what practical steps can we take to improve our ability to communicate and influence those around us? If you’re interested in improving your PowerPoint or other visual presentation, J. Warner offers practical guidelines in this episode of the NRBtv Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast.

Jul 15, 202028 min

Three Simple Strategies to Help You Become A Better Christian Case Maker

If all of us, as Christians, are called to become Christian Case Makers, ready to give an answer to anyone who has a question, what practical steps can we take to improve our ability to communicate and influence those around us? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers 3 practical steps that will help you become a better defender of the Christian worldview.

Jul 08, 202028 min

Tips for Teaching Christian Truth to Gen Z

Given the unique nature of Gen Z as “digital natives,” how can we help teach them about the Christian worldview? What unique approaches might we engage to help young people understand the truth? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers 6 tips to help you teach truth to your kids or students.

Jul 01, 202028 min

Simple Suggestions to Challenge Young Christians Toward Spiritual Maturity

How can we help Gen Z believers to grow in their knowledge and spiritual maturity? What can parents, pastors and Christian educators do to raise up the next generation of Christians? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offer several very simple suggestions for those of us concerned about the next generation.

Jun 24, 202028 min

Parents: Train Your Young Christians by Finding the Right Mentor

Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers develop Biblical character? What can we do to supplement our own teaching and influence? How can we find appropriate mentors for our students? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner describes five considerations to help you find the right mentor for your young believers.

Jun 17, 202028 min

Five Ways to Help Your Kids Grow in Their Christian Confidence

Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers grow in their confidence as believers? What simple strategies are available to us to train up the next generation? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner provides five simple strategies to help those who are concerned about the next generation of believers.

Jun 10, 202028 min

Update on the Loss of Young People in the Church

Are young believers really abandoning their Christian identity as quickly as some surveys would lead us to believe? What’s the latest information on the departure of your people from the Christian faith? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner updates the latest data related to young Christians and their connection to the Christian faith.

Jun 03, 202028 min

Will We Have the Freedom to Sin In Heaven?

In this blast from the past, J. Warner reflects on his recent trip to Summit Worldview Academy and answers listener email related to teaching apologetics curriculum, the nature of free will and sin in heaven and the necessity of hell.

May 27, 20201 hr 2 min

What Difference Would the Bones of Jesus Make?

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the case for the Talpiot Tomb and the alleged burial ossuary of Jesus. Have we discovered the tomb of Jesus and the Holy Family? If so, what difference would this make to the case for Christianity? Can lay people accurately assess the evidence in the first place?

May 20, 20201 hr 28 min

Using the CHIPS Model to Defend Christianity

In this blast from the past, federal investigator Dan Grossenbach sits in for Jim and discusses the powerful CHIPS model for sharing the truth of Christianity and defending the Christian worldview. Dan takes this opportunity to fully examine how Christianity is comprehendible (the “C” in CHIPS).

May 13, 20201 hr 28 min

Thinking Christianly with Jonathan Morrow

In this blast from the past, Jim interviews Jonathan Morrow, the author of Think Christianly, an important new book that will help us adopt and experience a life that is shaped and directed by our Christian Worldview. How should Christians engage the culture around them? What does our worldview have to say about the most important issues of life? Jonathan’s book will help you to think “Christianly”.

May 06, 20201 hr 8 min

The Nature of Heaven and the Urgency of Life

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines a number of Biblical passages related to the nature of Heaven. What does the Bible say about Heaven and what implications does the nature of Heaven have for our lives today? How should we live today in light of what God has for us in the next life?

Apr 29, 202048 min

The Evolution of Moral Truth Claims

In this blast from the past, J. Warner discusses the possible explanations for moral truth from an evolutionary perspective. Could moral laws be the result of the evolution of our DNA or a product of sociocultural acceptance? Jim also answers listener email related to witness reliability and competing claims related to God’s nature.

Apr 22, 20201 hr 6 min

Moral Absolutes and the Importance of an Evidential Response

In this blast from the past, J. Warner discusses the self-evident nature of transcendent, objective moral truth and answers a common objection to their existence. Jim also discusses his recent talks at Hume Lake and reviews a New York Times article describing the growing request for evidence among Mormon believers

Apr 15, 20201 hr 24 min
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