
The Alisa Childers Podcast
Helping you answer Progressive Christianity and skeptical claims against the gospel from a biblical worldview
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Jan 7, 2024 • 1h 4min
#227 The Big Episode About Prayer (And Talking About Your Faith in ANY Situation), with Rebekah Howe
Rebekah Howe, a former corporate worker turned prayer ministry leader, discusses her disability journey and passion for equipping Christians to share their faith. They explore prayer routines, communication with God, the power of vulnerability in discussing faith, and the importance of relationships. They also touch on topics such as race, deconstruction in Christianity, and the role of obedience in prayer. Overall, a compelling and insightful conversation about prayer and talking about faith in any situation.

Jan 5, 2024 • 9min
The Sabbatical Series: Rob Bell and the Bible: Human Book or Divinely Inspired?
The host discusses her interest in Rob Bell and progressive Christianity, exploring his book 'What is the Bible?', challenging the concept of divine inspiration in Scripture, critiquing Bell's questioning of Christian doctrine and the literal resurrection of Jesus.

Jan 4, 2024 • 9min
The Sabbatical Series: 3 Christian Urban Legends That Need to Die
In this podcast, the host debunks three Christian urban legends, including the true meaning of 'Abba' and St. Francis of Assisi's famous quote. They also challenge the ideas of preaching without words and clarify the importance of verbal communication. Lastly, the podcast explores the historical truth behind Peter's crucifixion and his steadfastness in testifying about Jesus' resurrection.

Jan 3, 2024 • 10min
The Sabbatical Series: Do the Creation Accounts in Genesis One and Genesis Two Contradict Each Other?
The podcast explores the claim of contradiction in Genesis 1 and 2, presenting counterarguments from conservative scholars. It also discusses the writing style of the book and the Old Testament, addressing the contradictions between creation accounts and clarifying apparent discrepancies regarding timing.

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.
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