What do the latest excavations reveal about the search for Noah's ark? Is it possibly in Iran or the mountains of Ararat? Dr. Titus Kennedy has excavated at a few archaeological sites in the Ararat region, in addition to on the ground research, and he gives us an update on the various claims and discoveries. READ: The Essential Archaeological Guide to Bible Lands (https://amzn.to/3TSJYZG) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *See our fully onlin...
May 21, 2024•55 min
What would encourage a young woman to become a Christian, abandon faith, embrace Marxian feminism, go through a season of doubt, and then come back to faith? Sean interviews Kelley Keller, a lawyer by training, about her remarkable story of why she became a Christian. READ: Why I am A Christian? From Marxian Feminism to Faith: https://kelleykeller.substack.com/cp/139505127 WATCH: "How a Militant Marxist (and Atheist) Found God" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eti1TxLIxU8 *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOG...
May 18, 2024•59 min
Dr. Ming Wang graduated form Harvard & MIT and is a world-class cataract and LASIK eye surgeon, philanthropist, and community activist. Growing up in the 1960s, Ming had to play the Chinese erhu violin and dance in order to avoid being sent away to labor camps for a life of hard labor and poverty, a devastating fate that fell upon 20 million youths in China. He eventually made his way to America with only $50. Sean interviews Dr. Wang about his inspirational story and the reasons he became a...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Joshua Broome spent five years in the porn industry and made over 1,000 adult films. He was the Male Performer of the Year (2012). And yet he left it all and began to follow Jesus. He has since become a pastor, speaker, and author. His new book is just out called "7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life." We discuss each of these seven lies and the story behind this book. READ: 7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life (https://amzn.to/43UgzD4) WATCH: Ex-Porn Star Becomes a Pastor (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
May 10, 2024•55 min
Naomi Wright is the daughter of a pseudo-Christian cult leader. She was raised, yet hidden, within mainstream culture and public school education, where no one knew or the few with a sense of something, stayed silent. Now she holds a Master's of Science in Social Work from the University at Buffalo and is a licensed mental health professional in the state of Colorado. She also holds a Master of Arts in Christian Studies from Denver Seminary. Her areas of speciality include grief and loss, spirit...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Millions of people are in slavery today. It is truly one of the greatest evils of our time. What is the church's role in ending human trafficking? How can we bring light to this darkness? Our guest is Eddie Byun, a colleague of mine at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He shares some unbelievable stories that affected me deeply. Please watch and share this episode. READ: A Light in Darkness: The Church's Role in Ending Human Trafficking (https://amzn.to/4ctLhXD) *Get a MASTERS IN APOL...
May 03, 2024•45 min
What is the worldview behind the gender revolution? Is it compatible with Christianity? How should Christians respond? This video is a recent talk I gave at a church in Texas that is meant to clarify similarities and differences between Christianity and transgender ideology. READ: Chasing Love: Sex, Love and Relationships in a Confused Culture, by Sean McDowell (https://amzn.to/3TreU32) WATCH: An Ex-Feminist Rejects Gender Ideology (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMwOdP7B-SY&t=1547s) *Get a...
May 01, 2024•40 min
What are the most common and dangerous doctrines today that distort the gospel? Is it possible to discern biblical truth in our age of fake news? In this video, Sean interviews Allen Parr about his new book MISLED. They discuss the prosperity gospel, speaking in tongues, prophecy, and more. READ: Misled, by Allen Parr (https://amzn.to/45OuQBY) WATCH: 13 Lies that Make Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-obsessed (wth Alisa Childers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhzjxhPWi_c) *Get a MASTERS IN APOL...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min
What does the current research show about transition, transition regret, and detransition? Dr. Paul Rhodes Eddy discusses his in-depth study of the latest scientific findings, and also shares his insights for how to love people who are transgender. READ: Re-Thinking Transition (Paul Rhodes Eddy): https://shorturl.at/JQ347 WATCH: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture (Response): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asN7s5-f50Y *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https:...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min
The Bible says a lot about demons, but as you read a passage you might have more questions like: Can demons read your mind? What powers do they really have? The truth about demons is far stranger, and more fascinating, than many have been lead to believe. In this video, I interview scholar Michael Heiser, author of DEMONS: WHAT THE BIBLE REALLY SAYS ABOUT THE POWERS OF DARKNESS. We take live questions too. Read (Book): Demons (https://amzn.to/31OiQBu) Read (blog): What Powers Do Demons Have? htt...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Is the morality of same-sex unions an issue Christians can agree to disagree over? After all, Christians differ on consequential issues like the morality of war and capital punishment. Will the church come to accept same-sex unions as it has with divorce? This is one of the most important questions Christians are wrestling with today. Please join Preston Ulmer and me as we go deep on these questions and more. READ: Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus (by Preston Ulmer): https://amzn.to/3wtM0aD REA...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 38 min
What does a Doctor have to say about life after death? And what evidence convinced him to believe that the evidence for the afterlife is remarkably strong? Dr. Jeffrey Long is a researcher into the phenomenon of near-death experiences (NDEs). A physician by training, Dr. Long practices radiation oncology at a hospital in Kentucky. He is the author of Evidence of the Afterlife: The Science of Near-Death Experiences, which appeared on The New York Times Best Seller list. READ: Evidence of the Afte...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 9 min
How would an atheist assess Christian apologetics today? How does he assess the New Atheist movement. And what do an atheist and a Christian have in common? These are just a few of the questions I explore with atheist Jeffrey Lowder. We also discuss how the God debate has changed since the 90s. Follow Jeff Lowder on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/SecularOutpost Watch Jeffrey Lowder vs. Frank Turek (Naturalism vs. Theism): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENZYEPpR2Jc&t=6743s *Get a MASTERS IN ...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr
Every worldview needs to explain why the world is broken. Which worldview best accounts for evil and suffering? This video is a recent talk I gave in the Philippines at Christ Commission Fellowship. While much more can be said, this is my response to the TOUGHEST question raised to the Christian faith. READ: The 12 Crucial Truths of the Christian Faith (https://amzn.to/3UU6l3h) Make sure to subscribe and check out some of my other videos for more on apologetics, worldview, and other aspects of c...
Mar 15, 2024•52 min
How does a Christian that grew up in the South side of Chicago come to be an apologist for Jesus? My guest today Preston Perry has transformed his life from a pot-smoking kid to having regular conversations with non-believers about Jesus. His book is simply FANTASTIC and a wonderful model of how to engage people with truth and love. Please check out our conversation and pre-order a copy of his EXCELLENT book. READ: How to Tell the Truth, by Preston Perry (https://amzn.to/3IaACmL) Don’t forget to...
Mar 12, 2024•58 min
Is the morality of same-sex unions an issue Christians can agree to disagree over? After all, Christians differ on consequential issues like the morality of war and capital punishment. Will the church come to accept same-sex unions as it has with divorce? This is one of the most important questions Christians are wrestling with today. Please join Preston Ulmer and me as we go deep on these questions and more. READ: Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus (by Preston Ulmer): https://amzn.to/3wtM0aD REA...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 38 min
Jennifer Nizza started psychic practices at 13 years old. She was quickly drawn into the occult for over two decades until having a radical life change. She shares some dramatic and powerful life experiences while practicing as a psychic and then her life-changing transition to Christ. READ: From Psychic to Saved (https://amzn.to/3SCUCTCO Make sure to subscribe and check out some of my other videos for more on Christianity, Apologetics, Worldview, and other aspects of culture! *Get a MASTERS IN ...
Mar 04, 2024•51 min
How did a fundamentalist Muslim living in Saudi Arabia become a Christian? Al Fadi was a devout Muslim and was even planning on joining a jihadist group. However, he began to question his faith and eventually came to know the love of Christ. Even though Christ transformed his life, it ended up costing him dearly. Join us to hear the details of his remarkable story. Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a future upload!...
Mar 01, 2024•57 min
What is the evidence that demon possession is real? What do exorcisms entail? Today I talk with board-certified psychiatrist, professor of psychiatry, and leading psychiatric expert on demonic possession, Dr. Richard Gallagher. He is the author of a book called Demonic Foes and has a ton of insight and stories to share with us from his twenty-five years of investigating the subject of the paranormal and diabolic attacks. READ: Demonic Foes, by Richard Gallagher (https://a.co/d/bImzNaf) WATCH: Wh...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Why would a brilliant Hindu engineer become an atheist and then choose to follow Christ? What evidence convinced him Christianity is true? What did it cost him to follow Jesus? Check out this recent interview with my new friend Ganesh about his fascinating story. READ: Let Me Into Heaven (https://amzn.to/42i2sXC) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://...
Feb 22, 2024•53 min
Why would a militant communist, indoctrinated to hate Christians, become a follower of Jesus? What scientific evidence and personal experiences convinced him to radically change the direction of his life? I am joined for the first time by author and scientist Sy Garte to discuss his story and new book on the intersection of science and faith. READ: Science and Faith in Harmony, by Sy Garte (https://amzn.to/3HHWrd8) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3L...
Feb 19, 2024•58 min
What is the latest case for the resurrection? After 32,000+ hours studying the resurrection of Jesus, what does Habermas consider the strongest evidence? What is the backstory to his latest 1,100-page volume? And how has Resurrection scholarship shifted in the past 50 years? READ: On the Resurrection: Evidences, by Gary Habermas (https://amzn.to/4aVn1gd) WATCH: The State of Resurrection Research with Mike Licona and Gary Habermas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OImf99ta89M&t=2s) Make sure t...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 58 min
Who created God? Why is there evil? Will Dogs be in heaven? I was invited to speak at an event in Singapore and was asked these questions and many more important and foundational questions about God, the Bible, and morality. Check it out and leave more questions down below! Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a future upload! READ: 77 FAQs About God and the Bible (https://amzn.to/49aHEn3) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETIC...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Nijay Gupta was a confused, superstitious Hindu and he abandoned his family religion to become a Christian. Since then he's found his place in the world. He has written several academic books including on the New Testament. Why did he abandon the religion of his family? Why does he believe Jesus is the only way? In this video, I interview Nijay about his story and more. Please join us and consider sharing with a friend. READ: Strange Religion, by Nijay Gupta (https://amzn.to/428tu3k) *Get a MAST...
Feb 08, 2024•59 min
What is the current state of the debate over abortion? How should Christians lovingly defend life? Our guest today, Scott Klusendorf, is one of the leading pro-life defenders of our day. We discuss the new version of his classic book The Case for Life. READ: The Case for Life, by Scott Klusendorf (https://amzn.to/3vAU7ld) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program ...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min
As a critical cardiologist, Dr. Michael Sabom first thought near-death experiences were "hogwash." After designing and implementing the first scientific study of NDE's in the 1970s, he was stunned at what he found. In this interview, Dr. Sabom discloses his surprising findings and discusses how the professional field of NDEs has radically changed since its inception in the 1970s. WATCH : "After Death" (https://www.angel.com/movies/after-death) READ: Light and Death: One Doctor's Fascinating Acco...
Feb 02, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Why would a radical Muslim become a follower of Jesus? Tomas Samuel was a strict Salafi Muslim who preached and taught Islam to convert more westerners. As he was studying elements of Christianity, he began to admire it. Now he's pursuing his Ph.D. and along with his wife, trying to serve people through Christ. *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bi...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 29 min
What are good questions we should ask? Why does God communicate with questions? My guest today Matt Anderson wants people to understand that we do not need to fear questions. Faith is not the sort of thing that endures so long as our eyes are closed. The opposite is the case: Faith helps us see, and that means not shrinking from the ambiguities and the difficulties that provoke our most profound questions. READ: Called into Questions: Cultivating the Love of Learning Within the Life of Faith by ...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 17 min
What is the role of the pro-life Christian? How should they lovingly engage in questions and objections. Our guest today Scott Klusendorf covers current hot-button topics related to abortion, cloning, and embryo research. He will explain the core of the argument and how to engage in a thoughtful and loving way. READ: A Rebel's Manifesto (https://amzn.to/3smptuw) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off t...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Atheist Emery Wang co-hosted the podcast “A Christian and an Atheist” for a decade. What did he learn? Does he find any evidence for God compelling? We start with these questions and end up debating whether God or atheism best explains morality. Enjoy! Make sure to subscribe and check out some of my other videos for more on apologetics, worldview, and other aspects of culture! READ: Is God Just a Human Invention? by Sean McDowell (https://amzn.to/41HFNDD) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE...
Jan 08, 2024•1 hr 2 min
