

The Alisa Childers Podcast
Alisa Childers
Helping you answer Progressive Christianity and skeptical claims against the gospel from a biblical worldview
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Jan 2, 2024 • 9min
The Sabbatical Series: Here's Why Christians Should Be Concerned About The Passion Translation of the Bible
The podcast explores criticisms of the Passion Translation of the Bible, including issues with accuracy and the insertion of new material. It also discusses concerns about the lack of credentials and training of the translator, Brian Simmons, as well as his claims of personal visits from Jesus. The podcast examines the problems with the Passion Translation, such as added words and altered meanings, and concludes that it is not a Bible but a new text that could lead to unorthodox beliefs.

Jan 1, 2024 • 8min
The Sabbatical Series: Here Are 6 Approaches to Sharing the Gospel With Mormons
Explore difficulties of sharing the gospel in a politically correct society, specifically with Mormons. Learn about a resource for sharing the good news with Mormons and discover invitational approaches and the importance of explaining grace.

Dec 31, 2023 • 8min
The Sabbatical Series: The Bible Says, "Knowledge Puffs Up." Does This Mean We Shouldn't Study Too Much?
This podcast explores the misconceptions surrounding studying the Bible, the shift in attitude towards intellectual pursuits in Christianity, and the role of knowledge in balancing love and humility.

Dec 30, 2023 • 9min
The Sabbatical Series: 3 Reasons Why Christians Should Be Evidential Investigators Instead of Experience Junkies
In this podcast, Alisa Childers explores contrasting faith journeys, one person leaving faith and another defending it. She discusses three reasons why Christians should prioritize evidence over personal experience, highlighting the comfort it brings during doubt and suffering. Enjoy these short answers to theological and apologetics questions.

Dec 29, 2023 • 8min
The Sabbatical Series: 5 Reasons the Resurrection of Jesus is NOT a Copy of Ancient Pagan Myths
A discussion about a figure who shares similarities with Jesus. Debunking claims that the resurrection of Jesus is a copy of ancient pagan myths. Exploring reasons why the resurrection of Jesus is unique. Highlighting the distinction between Jesus' resurrection and fictional stories.

Dec 28, 2023 • 10min
The Sabbatical Series: Is Substitutionary Atonement Just a Type of "Cosmic Child Abuse" That Christians Came Up With in the Middle Ages?
Controversy surrounding the atoning sacrifice of Jesus' blood among Christians. Exploring Penal Substitutionary Atonement and its criticisms as 'cosmic child abuse'. Examining misconceptions about Jesus and God's wrath. Defending the significance of Jesus' penal substitutionary atonement.

Dec 27, 2023 • 10min
The Sabbatical Series: 5 Ways Progressive Christianity and New Age Spirituality Are Kind of the Same Thing
Exploring the similarities between progressive Christianity and new age spirituality, this podcast discusses the rise of new age beliefs, debates around atonement theory, the abandonment of sin, relativization of truth, and the concept of universalism. It also highlights the dangers of progressive Christians falling for false ideologies.

Dec 26, 2023 • 9min
The Sabbatical Series: 4 Lessons We Can Learn From Doubters in the Bible
The podcast explores lessons learned from personal doubt and doubters in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of honesty, seeking help, and permission to question beliefs. It highlights the experiences of the prophet Habakkuk and a father seeking answers. The host shares her own experience of doubt and the significance of doubting and questioning faith.

Dec 25, 2023 • 8min
The Sabbatical Series: 6 "Facts" You Think Are In the Bible....But Aren't
In this podcast, the host debunks six misconceptions in the Bible, including the idea that Satan was the worship leader in heaven and the belief that Mary Magdalene was a prostitute. Other topics covered include the absence of a stable in the nativity story, Moses as a stutterer, and the misconception about Saul's name change to Paul. The episode also includes promotional messages from sponsors.

Dec 24, 2023 • 10min
The Sabbatical Series: Do You LITERALLY Take the Bible Literally?
Explore the concept of reading the Bible literally and the misunderstandings surrounding it. Discuss selective obedience of the Bible and critique the argument of McSwayne. Discover the different types of laws and rituals in the Old Testament. Learn how to interpret supernatural events in the Bible and the importance of recognizing metaphorical language.


