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Things You Don't Hear in Church
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You know those questions that keep you awake at night? We're here to answer them. Creating a place for non-Christians and Christians alike to have honest conversations about real questions that are usually neglected in the Church.
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Does God Make More Sense than Evolution? With Evan Lichtblau
4d ago02:11:07Tap to summarizeWhy would someone reject belief in God while also questioning the label "atheist"? In this fascinating conversation, Ethan and Derry sit down with Evan Lichtblau to discuss his perspective on God, belief, and why he doesn't fully identify with the term atheist. Together, they explore some of the biggest questions facing Christians, skeptics, and people wrestling with faith today. The discussion covers atheism, evolution, logic, morality, the existence of God, and whether objective truth can exist without a Creator. Evan shares his own views and experiences while engaging in an honest dialogue about belief and unbelief. This episode is designed for Christians, Gen Z believers, skeptics, former Christians, and anyone asking difficult questions about faith. Rather than relying on debates or sound bites, the conversation seeks to understand different perspectives while examining the arguments surrounding Christianity and atheism.If you've ever questioned your faith, wondered whether science and Christianity can coexist, explored atheism, or struggled with questions about morality, truth, and God, this discussion is for you.Subscribe for conversations about biblical truth, Christian apologetics, discipleship, theology, and helping young Christians develop a thoughtful, informed faith in today's culture.
Transcribe →Biblical Scholar Dan Lewis Defends Female Pastors
2w ago01:01:15Tap to summarizeCan women be pastors? What does the Bible actually teach about female leadership in the Church? In today's episode we sit down with biblical scholar Dan Lewis to explore one of the most debated topics in Christianity today: female pastors and women in ministry.Together, we examine key Bible passages, church history, and natural theology to understand the strongest arguments for and against women serving as pastors. Whether you're a Christian, a skeptic, a Gen Z believer, or someone struggling with faith and searching for answers, this conversation will challenge you to think deeply about Scripture and Christian doctrine. We discuss passages such as 1 Timothy 2, the role of women in the early church, biblical interpretation, church tradition, and how Christians should approach difficult theological questions with humility and truth.If you're interested in Christian apologetics, biblical theology, church history, discipleship, faith and culture, or understanding controversial topics from a biblical perspective, this episode is for you.
Transcribe →Is the Protestant Canon Valid? With Dan Lewis
3w ago01:04:32Tap to summarizeIs the Protestant Canon valid? Why do Protestants have 66 books in the Bible while Catholics and Orthodox Christians include additional books in the Old Testament? In this video, we explore the fascinating history of the biblical canon, the development of the Old Testament, and the reasons behind the differences between Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox Bibles.We'll examine the Deuterocanonical books (also called the Apocrypha), the role of the Septuagint, the Hebrew Scriptures, and how the early Church understood the canon of Scripture. Whether you're a Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox Christian, skeptic, new believer, or someone curious about Jesus and Christianity, this discussion will help you better understand one of the most important questions in Christian history.If you've ever wondered which Bible is correct, why Christians disagree about the Old Testament, or how the canon was formed, this video provides historical context, biblical evidence, and thoughtful analysis. Join us as we dive into church history, Christian apologetics, biblical studies, and the reliability of Scripture.Subscribe for more content on Christianity, theology, church history, apologetics, biblical interpretation, the early Church, and defending the Christian faith.
Transcribe →Responding to WILD Orthodox Reels
4w ago00:44:13Tap to summarizeOrthodox Christianity is exploding in popularity online, but are all the arguments and memes actually convincing? In this episode, we react to some of the most viral Orthodox memes and respond to the thought-provoking takes of Father Moses McPherson, a Russian Orthodox priest with over 100,000 followers on Instagram.Whether you're a Christian, exploring Christianity, struggling with your faith, or simply curious about the growing influence of Eastern Orthodoxy, this conversation dives into important questions about church history, theology, tradition, authority, and what it means to follow Jesus today.We break down popular Orthodox claims, discuss where we agree and disagree, and examine how these ideas impact everyday believers. Our goal isn't to attack anyone, but to have an honest, biblical conversation that helps people think critically about faith and truth.If you're interested in Christian apologetics, theology debates, Protestant vs Orthodox discussions, church history, faith deconstruction, faith reconstruction, or learning how to evaluate religious claims, this episode is for you.Be sure to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy thoughtful conversations about Christianity, faith, culture, and defending the Christian worldview.
Transcribe →How To Be a Safe Space for Doubters
May 2301:23:38Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever wondered how to share the gospel effectively without turning conversations into arguments, this video is for you. In this discussion, we sit down with apologetics teacher Juuna'e to talk about how to help people think deeper about Christianity, faith, truth, and their worldview. Instead of only responding to objections against Christianity, we explore how to uncover the beliefs behind people’s claims and ask meaningful questions that challenge the foundation of those beliefs.This conversation is especially for Christians, Gen Z believers, skeptics, and people struggling with faith who want to understand evangelism, apologetics, and gospel conversations on a deeper level. We talk about how to have real conversations with non-Christians, how to defend the Christian faith with wisdom and love, and how to point people toward Jesus in a thoughtful and biblical way.If you want to grow in Christian apologetics, learn how to share your faith confidently, and better understand how worldview conversations work, this episode will help equip you.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with someone exploring Christianity!
Transcribe →Can Women Be Pastors? Reacting to Gavin Ortlund
May 1601:27:09Tap to summarizeCan women be pastors? What does the Bible actually teach—and are Christians reading these passages correctly? In this video, we react to Gavin Ortlund’s argument on women in ministry, women pastors, and biblical leadership. We break down the key scriptures often used in the debate, including passages about church authority, teaching, and the role of men and women in the church.Our goal isn’t to dunk on the other side—we genuinely try to steel man both complementarian and egalitarian arguments before explaining where we agree and disagree with Gavin. Whether you’re a committed Christian, deconstructing your faith, exploring Christianity, or just curious about controversial Bible topics, this conversation is for you.We talk about biblical interpretation, church tradition, modern culture, and how Christians should approach difficult theological disagreements with humility and honesty. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions like “Can women preach?”, “What does the Bible say about women pastors?”, or “Is Christianity sexist?”, this video dives deep into those issues.Be sure to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments.
Transcribe →Can You Lose Your Salvation? #318
May 901:53:00Tap to summarizeCan you lose your salvation—or are you eternally secure once you’re saved? In this powerful and honest Christian conversation, Ethan and Derry go head-to-head with Tyson and Caleb to tackle one of the most controversial questions in Christianity. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubts about faith, eternal security, or what the Bible really says about salvation, this conversation is for you.We break down key Bible verses often used on both sides of the argument, including the most challenging “problem passages” that seem to contradict each view. Whether you believe in “once saved, always saved” or think salvation can be lost, this discussion digs deep into Scripture, theology, and real-life faith struggles.This video is especially for Gen Z Christians, skeptics, and anyone questioning their beliefs or searching for truth. Expect respectful debate, biblical insight, and real talk about what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world.Join the conversation in the comments—where do YOU stand on salvation?Enjoy!
Transcribe →Has Neeza Powers been faking it? Re-transitioning to a girl now? #317
May 200:58:12Tap to summarizeIn today’s video we break down the shocking story surrounding Instagram influencer Neeza Powers and the controversy that has many Christians asking serious questions. Neeza Powers, known for transitioning from male to female, later professing faith in Jesus Christ, and beginning a public detransition journey, has now released a new video claiming God told him, “I want her,” basically saying he is re-embracing womanhood. But after multiple inconsistencies and alleged lies about his transition timeline, dating life, living situation, and personal testimony, many are wondering: was any of it genuine?In this podcast we explore discernment, deception, faith journeys, and what happens when public influencers mix personal struggles with spiritual claims. We discuss how Christians should respond with truth, grace, wisdom, and biblical understanding while navigating viral stories like this.If you are a new Christian, someone curious about Jesus, struggling with faith, or looking for Christian apologetics and cultural commentary, this video is for you. We cover Christian reactions, apologetics, testimony culture, and how believers can stay grounded in Scripture during confusing times.Subscribe for more Christian news, apologetics, Bible truth, reactions, and conversations about culture through a biblical lens. Let me know your thoughts in the comments: was Neeza Powers sincere, confused, or faking it all along?Enjoy!
Transcribe →Do Christian interpret the Bible correctly? And how does Hell make sense? #316
Apr 2501:26:44Tap to summarizeToday we have Claire on for a second time! This time we get into Bible interpretation, hell, punishment, justice, and more! This got super deep and was a super fun conversation! Let us know in the comments wha other topics we should talk to people about!Enjoy!
Transcribe →Why She Left Christianity #315
Apr 1800:38:43Tap to summarizeToday we have Claire from Faith Unhaunted on to talk about why she left Christianity. We hear her reasons and problems that she's encountered that led her to this decision and challenge them. This conversation was super fun with push back form both sides in a way that will help you learn how to respond with respect but not backing down when people raise similar claims.If you're wondering how to respond agnostics and atheists, or you have been struggling with your own doubts with Christianity, this is for you!Enjoy!
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