TGC Podcast Answering the Skeptic's Hardest Questions
Oct 24, 2025
In this discussion, Rebecca McLaughlin, a Christian writer and apologist, joins Sam Chan, a medical doctor and evangelist, to tackle the toughest questions skeptics pose about Christianity. They share practical strategies to engage on sensitive topics like suffering, sexuality, and mental health. Rebecca emphasizes how the gospel provides meaning in suffering and moral grounding, while Sam encourages patient dialogue with skeptics. They also offer pastoral advice for parents coping with their children's faith journeys, creating an enlightening conversation on faith and challenging issues.
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Ask Why Before Answering
- Ask "Why do you ask?" to learn the questioner's context before answering.
- Tailor your response (philosophical vs pastoral) based on their motive and situation.
Match Answer Type To Context
- Adjust answers to suffering: use philosophical reasoning with thinkers in universities and pastoral care for personal tragedies.
- Prioritize the relational tone and aim for appropriate depth, not a one-size reply.
Birthday Party Gospel Opportunity
- Rebecca shared a birthday-party chat where a neighbor asked if her church is inclusive of queer people.
- She used the question as a gospel opportunity rather than dodging it.
