Jonathan Conner
Pastor of Zion Lutheran Church in Manning, Iowa, and author of chapters in Objections Overruled 4, speaking here as the episode's featured guest on apologetics and pastoral responses to cultural objections.
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Dec 27, 2025 • 57min
Answering Arguments Against Christianity: The Bible is Old and Irrelevant & Christians Hate LGBTQ People – Pr. Jonathan Conner, 12/29/25 (3631)
Join Pastor Jonathan Conner, a theologian from Zion Lutheran Church, as he dives deep into the relevance of the Bible amidst cultural objections. He tackles misconceptions about the Bible's age, using C.S. Lewis's idea of 'chronological snobbery' to challenge modern arrogance. Conner also addresses the notion that Christians hate LGBTQ individuals, emphasizing humility and compassionate engagement. He makes a compelling case for understanding identity beyond desires, while highlighting the power of Scripture to guide both prayer and daily life.
Oct 15, 2025 • 33min
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Necromancy – Pr. Jonathan Conner, 10/15/25 (2882)
Pr. Jonathan Conner, Pastor of Zion Lutheran Church and author of 'Kids Have Questions,' dives into the ethics of AI and what he terms 'digital necromancy.' He defines AI-generated impersonation of the dead, raising biblical concerns about its implications. Conner warns against the emotional manipulation of AI simulations, likening it to necromancy condemned in scripture. He discusses potential commercialization in the funeral industry and highlights how such practices could distract believers from Christ's teachings.
