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Jan 16, 2026•1 hr
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 Progressive Miseducation of America, by Corey Miller ( https://amzn.to/49dKaf5) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION a...
Jan 13, 2026•1 hr 10 min
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 season 5, and other important questions. Let us know what you think! *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS ...
Jan 09, 2026•48 min
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 Christians Should NOT Be Leftists ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2m3RuR7i-c) *Get a MASTERS I...
Jan 06, 2026•41 min
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 faithfulness in a deeply polarized age. READ: The Virtues of Capitalism, by Scott Rae ( https://amz...
Jan 03, 2026•1 hr 2 min
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 and pioneer for scientific reincarnation studies. While there is some interesting evidence for reinca...
Dec 31, 2025•1 hr 19 min
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 Christianity biblical? *How can we speak up boldly and yet with appropriate gentleness? ARTICLE: Celebri...
Dec 26, 2025•1 hr 17 min
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 Internet is Shaping Us): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN34MEHbxx8 *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SC...
Dec 23, 2025•39 min
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 soul become harder to ignore. Miracles are often not single supernatural moments, but an accumulation...
Dec 19, 2025•57 min
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 with questions like “Why is there something rather than nothing?” and “Why does consciousness seem to reach beyond the brain?” This isn’t the ...
Dec 16, 2025•1 hr 9 min
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. He joins me to tackle questions many people are asking but often afraid to voice. Join us and let us ...
Dec 12, 2025•1 hr 18 min
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 evidence for Christianity. Documentary: https://universedesigned.com/ *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIEN...
Dec 09, 2025•59 min
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 End of History: Understanding the Book of Revelation in an Age of Intelligent Machines" by John Len...
Dec 04, 2025•53 min
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 and co-author (with Dr. Matt Williams) of the new book Finding Freedom in Jesus to discuss these "problematic" statements. The book walks through 21...
Dec 02, 2025•54 min
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/shabboskest/ READ: More Than a Carpenter, by Sean and Josh McDowell ( https://amzn.to/4rpqf42) *Get ...
Nov 27, 2025•1 hr 22 min
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 misunderstood, how the Reformation connects to the entire Christian tradition, and what Protestants believe about Scripture, grace, ju...
Nov 25, 2025•49 min
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. William Lane Craig joins me to set the record straight. READ: Atonement and the Death of Christ, by ...
Nov 20, 2025•52 min
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 and the Book of Revelation (https://youtu.be/mAfRswipXiE) In this discussion: Michael Arena, Dean of Crowell...
Nov 18, 2025•1 hr 31 min
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 also address why Protestants, Catholics, and Orthodox differ, and what to make of texts like The Shepherd of Herma...
Nov 14, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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 “still small voice” or a “sign” before making choices and instead points us back to what Scripture really teaches ...
Nov 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min
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 conflict, and how we can make sense of the story of Jonah today. READ: Has Science Swallowed the Myth of Jonah'...
Nov 06, 2025•44 min
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 on how God redirected Tim’s purpose from fame to service and why humility and grace mean more than trophies or t...
Nov 04, 2025•1 hr 35 min
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 haunted houses and demonic powers. READ: Spiritual Warfare, by Karl Payne ( https://amzn.to/47Hm9fw)...
Oct 31, 2025•56 min
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. READ: When Demons Surface, by Steve Dabbs (https://amzn.to/4oDHTPh) WEBSITE: www.SteveDabbs.org WATCH:...
Oct 24, 2025•1 hr 2 min
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 rates and debates about gender, oppression, and compassion, mean that Christians need to respond with both truth and grace,...
Oct 22, 2025•1 hr 5 min
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 challenges how you think about the rational basis for faith. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHDcd_44...
Oct 17, 2025•49 min
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 today, we have Dr. Michael Licona and Dr. John West to discuss these issues and more. Without insultin...
Oct 14, 2025•1 hr 24 min
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 spiritual hunger until Christ radically changed his life. He talks about the incredible outreach to Muslims in Iran (...
Oct 10, 2025•56 min
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 lays out a biblical blueprint for dealing with credible accusations (1 Tim. 5:19–20) that protects the innocent, ...
Oct 07, 2025•1 hr 24 min
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 stories below of how YOU have seen people repent, come to church, read their Bibles more, or change their lives. D...
Sep 30, 2025•31 min
