
The Sean McDowell Show
Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. On this channel he tackles some of the biggest questions about God, morality, and contemporary culture. Visit www.seanmcdowell.org for more posts and info.
Latest episodes

Mar 15, 2024 • 52min
Answering the Problem of Evil and Suffering
Exploring the problem of evil and suffering, the podcast delves into the challenges of reconciling these with faith. It discusses the concept of good and evil, the limits of God's omnipotence, and the purpose of suffering in spiritual growth. Drawing parallels with Spider-Man's transformation, it emphasizes the importance of trust in God amidst trials.

Mar 12, 2024 • 58min
An Unexpected Story of Salvation (ft. Preston Perry)
How does a Christian that grew up in the South side of Chicago come to be an apologist for Jesus? My guest today Preston Perry has transformed his life from a pot-smoking kid to having regular conversations with non-believers about Jesus. His book is simply FANTASTIC and a wonderful model of how to engage people with truth and love. Please check out our conversation and pre-order a copy of his EXCELLENT book.
READ: How to Tell the Truth, by Preston Perry (https://amzn.to/3IaACmL)
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Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 38min
Can You Follow Jesus and Affirm Same-Sex Unions?
Explore the debate on same-sex unions within Christianity, salvation implications, and historical perspectives. Delve into the complexities of biblical interpretation, cultural influences on theological debates, and the importance of grace and repentance in faith. Reflect on redemption, grace, and the acceptance of diverse perspectives within the church community.

Mar 4, 2024 • 51min
Real Life Testimony of an (Ex) Psychic
Jennifer Nizza started psychic practices at 13 years old. She was quickly drawn into the occult for over two decades until having a radical life change. She shares some dramatic and powerful life experiences while practicing as a psychic and then her life-changing transition to Christ.
READ: From Psychic to Saved (https://amzn.to/3SCUCTCO
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Mar 1, 2024 • 57min
A Radical Saudi Muslim Comes to Christ
How did a fundamentalist Muslim living in Saudi Arabia become a Christian? Al Fadi was a devout Muslim and was even planning on joining a jihadist group. However, he began to question his faith and eventually came to know the love of Christ. Even though Christ transformed his life, it ended up costing him dearly. Join us to hear the details of his remarkable story.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 2min
Exorcisms: The World's Leading Psychiatric Authority Speaks Out
In this podcast, a leading psychiatrist discusses demon possession and exorcisms with insightful stories and cases. They explore the training of exorcists, the complexities of possession vs. psychiatric disorders, and the details of Catholic exorcism rituals. The discussion delves into the nature of demons, their hatred towards humans, and the challenges of discerning genuine cases from fraudsters.

Feb 22, 2024 • 53min
Hindu to Atheist to Christ: An Engineer's Fascinating Journey
Why would a brilliant Hindu engineer become an atheist and then choose to follow Christ? What evidence convinced him Christianity is true? What did it cost him to follow Jesus? Check out this recent interview with my new friend Ganesh about his fascinating story.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 58min
Why A Militant Communist Came to Christ (ft Sy Garte)
Former militant communist, Sy Garte, shares his journey from atheism to faith in Jesus, influenced by science and personal experiences. Topics include his communist upbringing, questioning atheism, embracing Christianity, and the harmony between science and faith.

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Feb 16, 2024 • 1h 58min
50 Years Studying the Resurrection: Magnum Opus by Gary Habermas
Resurrection scholar, Gary Habermas, discusses the strongest evidence for the resurrection of Jesus after 50 years of study. He shares the backstory to his latest 1,100-page volume and how Resurrection scholarship has shifted over the years. Topics covered include doubts, the existence of Jesus, the medical case for Jesus' death, the significance of his burial, and objections to his prediction of the kingdom's arrival. The speaker also discusses publishing with a Christian press and the success of the book.

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Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 1min
12 Tough Qs on God and the Bible
Explore tough questions about God, evil, Bible relevance, and science vs. faith. Delve into the origins of God and the universe, need for personal change, and judgment for those who haven't heard the gospel. Consider theological perspectives on animals in heaven, explore the multiverse and intelligent design, and navigate singleness and marriage with biblical wisdom. Redefine strength in Christianity with a focus on vulnerability and love over power.