Podcast
Things You Don't Hear in Church
Hosted by Things You Dont Hear In Church · EN
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.
38episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
How Christian Parents Can Talk to Their Kids About LGBTQ Issues with Amber Carroll #327
4d ago01:05:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode we're talking with Amber Carroll to discuss one of the most important questions facing Christian families today: How should Christian parents talk to their kids about LGBTQ issues? In a culture filled with confusion about gender identity, sexuality, and biblical truth, followers of Jesus are called to speak with both conviction and compassion.From a conservative biblical Christian perspective, we explore how parents can have loving, honest, and grace-filled conversations that reflect the heart of Christ without compromising Scripture. Whether you're raising young children, teenagers, or simply want to better understand how to discuss LGBTQ topics as a Christian, this conversation will equip you with practical wisdom and biblical guidance.If you're a new Christian, exploring Christianity, strengthening your faith, or looking for biblical parenting advice, this interview will encourage you to think deeply about truth, love, discipleship, and raising children in today's culture.You find Amber Carrolls books at https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ready-to-talk-amber-garrett-carroll/1148475978Enjoy!
Transcribe →Reacting to Viral TikTok Tarot Reader CONVERSION to Christianity #326
2w ago00:56:31Tap to summarizeAlexintheOrdinary, the viral TikTok tarot reader, just shocked the internet with her conversion to Christianity — and her former fanbase is NOT happy about it. In this reaction video, we break down her testimony, discuss why witchcraft and Christianity cannot coexist, and explain the biblical truth behind why she had to walk away from tarot, divination, and the occult to follow Jesus. We celebrate her courage in choosing faith over fame, and we respond directly to the wave of hate, backlash, and cancel culture she's facing online for her decision.Whether you're a new Christian, exploring faith for the first time, spiritually curious, a skeptic questioning what you've been taught, or a believer looking to strengthen your walk with God, this video dives into real conversations about salvation, deliverance from witchcraft, spiritual warfare, and what the Bible says about tarot cards and fortune telling. AlexintheOrdinary's story is a powerful reminder that God can reach anyone — no matter their past.Join us as we react, discuss, and defend the faith. If you love Christian testimony videos, deconstruction-to-faith stories, or content on witchcraft vs Christianity, hit subscribe for more reactions like this one.
Transcribe →What does everyone EXCEPT cessationists believe about miracles? #325
3w ago00:54:34Tap to summarizeWhat do Catholics, Eastern Orthodox Christians, and Evangelicals actually believe about miracles, healing, prophecy, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit? While these traditions often seem worlds apart, the reality may surprise you.In this episode we explore the similarities between Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Evangelical beliefs regarding spiritual gifts, miracles, healing, and the work of the Holy Spirit. Instead of focusing only on disagreements, we examine the areas where these Christian traditions overlap and discover that they may be much closer than many people realize.If you’ve ever wondered whether miracles still happen, what different churches believe about the gifts of the Spirit, or how Christians from different traditions understand the supernatural work of God, this conversation is for you.Whether you are Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, a skeptical seeker, or someone struggling with faith, this discussion offers a thoughtful and biblical overview of these traditions. Our goal is to help Christians think deeply, build unity, and better understand the broader Christian faith.Subscribe to Everyday Gospel for conversations about theology, discipleship, church history, and helping Gen Z navigate faith in today’s world.Enjoy!
Transcribe →Does God Make More Sense than Evolution? With Evan Lichtblau #324
4w 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 #323
Jun 1301:01:15Tap 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 #322
Jun 601:04:32Tap 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 #321
May 3000:44:13Tap 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 #320
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 #319
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 →