Best Sean McDowell Podcasts (2025)

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Sean McDowell: The Fate of the Apostles 47:34

18d ago47:34

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Wintery Knight and Desert Rose welcome Dr. Sean McDowell to discuss the fate of the twelve Apostles, as well as Paul and James the brother of Jesus. Many Christians incorporate the willingness of the earliest Christians to die for their beliefs in their case for the resurrection of Jesus. Sean takes a deep dive into history to find out what we know…

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Apologetics for a Changing Culture: Sean McDowell | Episode 285 - part 2 28:36

22d ago28:36

28:36

Are you tired of faith conversations that feel more like a battle than a dialogue? What if defending what you believe could open doors instead of building walls? In this episode of Candid Conversations, Dr. Sean McDowell, author, professor, and leading Christian apologist, joins Jonathan Youssef to tackle the most challenging questions facing belie…

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Why Should I Believe Jesus' Resurrection Is True? (Sean McDowell) 45:48

30d ago45:48

45:48

Series: Crown Him

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S5 43: Rising Kites: Turning a Down Syndrome Diagnosis into a Mission of Hope with Danielle Grandholm 34:40

15h ago34:40

34:40

When Danielle Grandholm’s daughter was diagnosed with Down syndrome, she and her husband found themselves without adequate support. This experience led them to start Rising Kites, a nonprofit dedicated to helping parents of children with Down syndrome. What began as an unexpected journey became a source of blessing as Danielle witnessed God’s provi…

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The State of the Persecuted Church Today (with Brian Orme) 31:00

8h ago31:00

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What parts of the world are the most challenging for believers today? How has the relative comfort of American Christianity impacted spiritual growth, compared to communities experiencing persecution? What habits could American Christian adopt to more regularly remember and support our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world? We'll answer …

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Why Vacation Bible School Might Be the Most Important Week of the Year: Zack Carden | Episode 288 28:23

1d ago28:23

28:23

What do Listerine strips, backyard barbecues, and cartoon characters have to do with kids meeting Jesus? More than you might think. In this lively and insightful episode of Candid Conversations, host Jonathan Youssef welcomes back Zack Carden—pastor, storyteller, and creator of Grey Bobby Ministries—to explore the incredible opportunity churches ha…

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TRANSFORMING Faith Found in Deeper Bible DISCOVERY | Ep. 218 28:50

1d ago28:50

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Author Mary Wiley joins Kirk Cameron for a discussion about the importance of leading our children in a deeper study of scripture. She shares her book, "Discovering the Bible," and examines the significance of strengthening our relationship with God. Don't miss this informative interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episod…

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How To Say Amen (Fred Sanders) 45:57

1d ago45:57

45:57

Series: Treasure In Jars Of Clay Passage: 2 Corinthians 1:12-2:11

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Cultural Update: Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery; Colorado Gender Laws; A Braindead Pregnant Woman Kept on Life Support; Personalized Gene-Editing 1:00:34

5d ago1:00:34

1:00:34

New federal law targets the removal of deepfakes and non-consensual intimate imagery online. Colorado law sparks controversy over parental rights and biblical views on sex and gender. Georgia hospital keeps a brain-dead woman on life support due to state laws. The world's first gene-editing treatment used to heal a one-week-old baby. Join us for AN…

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Divine Incomprehensibility: A Conversation with Ronni Kurtz 52:44

6d ago52:44

52:44

Episode Notes Because the triune God has graciously revealed himself, he is knowable. But because he is infinite, there is always more to him than finite creatures can comprehend. Dr. Ronni Kurtz explains and explores the profound and often overlooked doctrine of incomprehensibility in his book Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility and t…

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S5 42: Knowing Christ in Our Suffering 42:54

8d ago42:54

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We will all face hard things. Will we be the sort of people who resist the challenges and become resentful and bitter? Or will we see suffering as an opportunity to be open to the Lord and trust him? Today, my friend Maggie and I both share how Christ is meeting us in the suffering of a broken engagement and a loved one’s Alzheimer's diagnosis. We …

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Thinking Biblically about Exercise (with David Mathis) 36:09

8d ago36:09

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Why would a pastor write a theological book on exercise? Would Jesus exercise if he were here bodily today? What does the Bible say about exercise and physical activity? And are Christians sinning if they don't exercise? These are a few of the questions Sean and Scott explore with pastor David Mathis, author of the new book A Little Theology of Exe…

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Where Do You Find Your Security: Jonathan Youssef | Episode 287 8:27

8d ago8:27

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Are you searching for something solid to hold onto when life feels uncertain? In a world where finances fluctuate, relationships disappoint, and the future seems unpredictable, we all crave a sense of security. But what if the things we cling to can’t truly keep us safe? In this episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef explores the univers…

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Lisa Harper: The BIGGEST Misconception About THEOLOGY | A Jesus Shaped Life | Ep. 217 29:33

8d ago29:33

29:33

Lisa Harper joins Kirk Cameron for a discussion surrounding the biggest misconceptions about theology and how it truly reveals God's desire for community with us. She shares the purpose behind her newest book, "A Jesus Shaped Life," and discusses how to approach theology from a relational perspective. Don't miss these informative interviews on Take…

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Comfort Through Affliction (Kenny Clark) 49:33

9d ago49:33

49:33

Series: Treasure In Jars Of Clay Passage: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

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The Hidden Tech Trap That’s Hijacking Your Kids’ Identity 58:08

11d ago58:08

58:08

Technology is no longer neutral. From Snapstreaks to social media “likes,” our kids are being discipled by algorithms—shaping their identity, emotions, and spiritual lives. In this powerful conversation with Nathan Sutherland of Gospel Tech, we uncover how to protect our families, raise kids with digital discernment, and reclaim tech for God’s purp…

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Cultural Update: Are Young Men Lost?; Physician's Critique of Assisted Suicide; Pornhub's Secrets 1:00:22

12d ago1:00:22

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This week: Are Young Men Lost or Returning to Faith? A deep dive into seemingly contradictory studies on young men: while many are falling behind in education and mental health, others are returning to church and discovering faith through the Bible, not institutional religion. The Role of Fathers and Masculinity Sean and Scott discuss how the absen…

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Resilience in Discipleship, with Glenn Packiam 18:21

13d ago18:21

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In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Child Discipleship Forum, Glenn Packiam emphasizes the importance of nurturing faith in children. He reflects on his own experiences growing up in Malaysia and the impact of early faith encounters. The conversation explores the challenges faced by church leaders in times of crisis, the need for resilience …

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53. Most Christians Don't Understand Christianity, with Dr. George Barna 1:07:14

13d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

The latest worldview research from the Cultural Research Center, led by renowned researcher Dr. George Barna, are shockingly disappointing from a Christian perspective. Most self-identified Christians don’t understand even the basics of biblical Christianity. In this eye-opening episode, George and I dig into some of the key findings on Americans' …

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S5 41: Student Revival: God’s Word in Public Schools with Kori Pennypacker 35:43

15d ago35:43

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Kori Pennypacker is the founder and CEO of Bible2School. Today she joins me to share her journey from navy wife to ministry leader, demonstrating how women can lead with biblical conviction while keeping Jesus at the center. I know you’ll be encouraged by her testimonies of children encountering Jesus and how the program is creating ripples of fait…

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Is Empathy a Sin? (with Tim Muehlhoff) 59:52

15d ago59:52

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Is empathy being weaponized by Progressives to manipulate Christians into adopting certain ethical and political views? Is empathy a virtue, or merely an emotion that is sometimes a valuable and important means of loving people? There have been a myriad of Christians books and podcasts on this topic, and so Sean has invited Biola communications pro…

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Where is God in a World Filled with Evil?: Collin Hansen | Episode 286 33:45

15d ago33:45

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If God is good and all-powerful, why does evil persist? In this thought-provoking episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef sits down with Collin Hansen to tackle one of the most challenging questions people of faith will wrestle with. Drawing from his new book Where Is God In a World with So Much Evil?, Collin explores the age-old struggle…

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Let's EXPOSE a LIE Too Many Christians Are FALLING For | Ep. 216 28:23

15d ago28:23

28:23

Shane Pruitt joins Kirk Cameron to expose the cultural lies that many Christians have adopted as Gospel. What does the Bible actually say about so many of the slogans and phrases that most of us use in conversation? Find out more from this insightful conversation on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as Tim Elmor…

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Cultural Update: New Pope, Supreme Court Hears Case on Religious Charter Schools, New Successful Argument Against Transgenderism 1:02:01

18d ago1:02:01

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This Week's Topics: A New Pope has been chosen by the Catholic Church The Supreme Court hears a case about government funding for a Catholic charter school in Oklahoma a new successful argument against transgenderism that Christians need to be aware of A wild conversation about race on the Piers Morgan Show offers important lessons for Christians t…

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Transforming Young Hearts Through the Gospel, with Trevin Wax 29:59

20d ago29:59

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In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Child Discipleship Forum, Trevin Wax emphasizes the importance of imparting old truths to awaken the hearts of the next generation. Drawing from his experiences and biblical teachings, he discusses how the gospel can transform young minds and hearts, urging listeners to raise their expectations of what chi…

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S5 40: Embracing the Beauty of Motherhood with Rachael Carman 46:59

22d ago46:59

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In a culture that increasingly devalues children and mothering, Rachael Carman challenges us to rediscover the profound beauty and value of motherhood, including the moments that feel tiring or even mundane. The vulnerability, sacrifice, and invisible acts of motherhood aren’t just duties to endure but sacred opportunities to meet Jesus and become …

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Why Should I Believe Jesus' Resurrection Really Matters? (Jacob Daniels) 41:54

22d ago41:54

41:54

Series: Crown Him Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:1-28

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Thinking Biblically About Disability (with Chris Ralston) 37:09

22d ago37:09

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Why does God allow disabilities? What is the point of someone's disability? What is disability theology, and what are the implications of this for the church? In what sense will disabilities be healed when we meet the Lord? We’ll answer these questions and more with our guest, Dr Chris Ralston. Guest Bio: D. Christopher Ralston (PhD Rice University…

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52. Most Christian Colleges are Compromised (and Here's What Should Be Done), with Dr. Len Munsil 1:16:42

22d ago1:16:42

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Dr. Len Munsil is president of Arizona Christian University, which seeks to be America's premier biblical worldview university. While the vast majority of Christian colleges today are significantly compromising their biblical foundations, Arizona Christian is a great example of one that isn't. So what does that look like in practice? How are many C…

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THIS Is Why the Generation Gap is Actually America's Greatest Asset | Ep. 215 29:38

22d ago29:38

29:38

Author and Speaker, Tim Elmore, reveals the truth about generational differences and shares how we can better leverage our varied strengths and perspectives. Don't miss this informative interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as Mary Wiley discusses a key point about theology that most of us overlook. ⁠⁠W…

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Cultural Update: The Abortion Pill Harms Women; Dads Are Spending More Time With Their Kids 59:17

26d ago59:17

59:17

This week's topics: Abortion Pill Study: A massive study reveals serious health risks linked to the abortion pill mifepristone, with adverse events 22 times higher than FDA estimates—raising ethical and philosophical concerns about privacy, safety, and the personhood of the unborn. Fathers Post-COVID: New research shows American dads are spending m…

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Purity Culture Missed the Point—Here's What God Really Wants 1:00:44

28d ago1:00:44

1:00:44

In this powerful episode, Brady Cone sits down with Amber and Ashley from Across My Heart Ministries—two sisters who are leading the next generation into a better understanding of biblical sexuality, purity, and God’s design for relationships. They dive deep into: ✅ What purity really means (hint: it's not just abstinence) ✅ How Gen Z is rethinking…

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S5 39: Forming Faith in the Next Generation with Billy Hutchinson 38:29

29d ago38:29

38:29

As moms or teachers or mentors, how do we help the young people in our lives grow deep roots of faith before they launch into the world? Today’s guest has some practical answers. As Educators Specialist here at the Colson Center, Billy Hutchinson is all about helping Christian educators form their students in the Christian worldview. But this episo…

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Cohabitation: Is it Biblical and Wise? 38:45

29d ago38:45

38:45

What does the Bible say, if anything, about living together before marriage? Given that 70% of Americans now cohabit before marriage, and roughly 2/3 believe it will improve the odds of relationship success, what does the data show about how effective it is? While this is a huge topic in the church and culture today, surprisingly, few people are di…

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Why Are Bible Sales Up?: Sean McDowell |Episode 285 - part 1 28:49

29d ago28:49

28:49

Why are Bible sales experiencing a surprising 22% surge? Is Western culture becoming spiritually curious again? In this episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef welcomes Dr. Sean McDowell—author, speaker, and Biola University professor—to unpack this unexpected trend. Sean shares insights from his years of engaging the next generation on m…

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Are We OVERLOOKING This Key Point About Theology? | Ep. 214 30:22

29d ago30:22

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Author Mary Wiley joins Kirk Cameron for a discussion about what it means to be a theologian and shares a key point about theology that most of us overlook. Don't miss this informative interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as Dr. Gary Chapman shares the 5 traits of a healthy family. ⁠WATCH Takeaways wit…

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Cultural Update: Was Jesus crucified with nails?; Young men return to church; Are Megachurches Ethical? 1:00:51

1M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Topics this week: Controversy after Christianity Today published an article questioning whether Jesus was crucified with nails. The Supreme Court is debating whether parents can opt their kids out of LGBTQ-themed books in elementary schools. The New York Times and USA Today published articles discussing the return to church, particularly among youn…

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Understanding the Role of Fathers in Discipleship, with Blair Linne 29:20

1M ago29:20

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In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Child Discipleship Forum, Blair Linne discusses the profound impact of fatherlessness on children and families. Drawing from her personal experiences and statistics, she highlights the importance of fatherhood in shaping lives and communities. Blair emphasizes the church’s role in supporting fatherless chi…

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S5 38: Scripture that Sings with Caroline Cobb 47:02

1M ago47:02

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The words we sing matter. They ‘catechize’ us, training us to see the world in a certain way and set our affections on something. Today I’m talking with Caroline Cobb, whose Scripture-saturated songs combine Truth and melody. Tune in for a conversation about the formational power of music and being intentional about the narratives we allow to shape…

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Crown Him The Conquering King (Kenny Clark) 35:21

1M ago35:21

35:21

Easter Sunday 2025 Series: Crown Him Passage: Matthew 28

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The State of the Bible in 2025 45:02

1M ago45:02

45:02

How many Americans are engaging the Bible today? And in what ways? How does Bible reading affect giving to charity, life flourishing, and experience with loneliness? Sean and Scott discuss these questions, and more, by analyzing the latest report from the American Bible Society. While some of the findings are expected, quite a few are eye-opening a…

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What Happens After Easter: Jonathan Youssef | Episode 284 11:08

1M ago11:08

11:08

Easter Sunday may be over, but the Resurrection story is just beginning. In this episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef reflects on John 21 and what Jesus’ post-Resurrection moments reveal about how we are meant to live today. If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, disqualified from ministry, or unsure of what to do now that the Easter c…

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Dr. Gary Chapman: The Top 5 Traits of a Healthy Family | Ep. 213 26:37

1M ago26:37

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Dr. Gary Chapman joins Kirk Cameron for a discussion about strategies that help build a strong family unit. He shares the importance of focusing on leadership, trust and service as we strive to create healthy family relationships. Don't miss this insightful discussion here on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as…

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Crown Him The Crucified King (Rob Lister) 32:05

1M ago32:05

32:05

Good Friday Service 2025 Series: Crown Him Passage: Matthew 27:1-54

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Jay Richards: Economics, Gender Ideology and MAHA 58:20

1M ago58:20

58:20

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose welcome Heritage Foundation policy expert Dr. Jay Richards to discuss policy and culture. Jay explains how economic freedom supports religious liberty, and corrects popular myths about economics. He explains how gender ideology is a cultural Marxist attack on truth, and how the stories of detransitioners shape the deb…

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Weekly Cultural Update: Rise of Christian Faith in Women's Basketball, UK Supreme Court Rules on Gender, France Passes a New Law Regarding Sperm Donation, Richard Dawkins Asks, "Who is a Christian?" 1:00:58

1M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Topics this week: Women's Basketball Player Embraces Her Faith The UK Supreme Court Rules on Gender France's Law on Anonymous Sperm and Egg Donation Richard Dawkins' Blog Post on Christianity Listener Questions: Further questions concerning the life of MLK jr. How should someone approach talking with parents in the midst of deconstruction? Is there…

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Navigating Child Discipleship in a Digital World, with Jay Kim 26:56

1M ago26:56

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In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Child Discipleship Forum, Jay Kim discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by technology in ministry, particularly for emerging generations. Drawing parallels between the evolution of art and the digital age, he emphasizes the need for church leaders to resist resignation and reimagine their ap…

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The Truth About Detransitioning — A Message For The Church 3:15:06

1M ago3:15:06

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In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone is joined by Linda Hunsberger from Minnesota to respond to the powerful detransition story of Luke Healy. Together, they discuss what it means to detransition, the difference between desisters and detransitioners, and why the Church must be ready to offer truth and hope to those who are walking…

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S5 37: Was the Resurrection Real? With Sean McDowell 43:19

1M ago43:19

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Christianity isn’t based on blind faith, but on the reality that Jesus lived, died, and rose again. Today I’m joined by apologist Sean McDowell to talk about all the evidence we have for the resurrection of Jesus, and how we can wisely engage with seekers and skeptics about the hope we have in Christ. Show Notes: Chasing Love: Sex, Love, and Relati…