The Sean McDowell Show

Joel Kramer, an archaeologist, explores the ancient biblical prophecies about Babylon and reveals remarkable findings. They discuss the significance of Babylon in Scripture, ongoing excavations, and the uninhabited state of the city. They also appreciate the work of an archaeologist and filmmaker and discuss upcoming archaeological investigations.

Sean McDowell talks with Rosaria Butterfield about her latest book 'Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age.' They discuss topics such as the evolution of perception and importance of homosexuality, understanding and overcoming same-sex attraction, the seriousness of doing Satan's work, exploring deconstruction and apostasy, homosexuality and sin, and critical theory and intersectionality.

How does a former Atheist detective use skills help us determine the historical reliability of the Bible? J Warner Wallace applied the same step-by-step investigative process he utilized in his work as a homicide detective to the case for Christianity. In light of the ten common rules of evidence that he’d used to solve crimes throughout his career, Wallace realized he could no longer deny the truth of Jesus Christ. And his life was never the same. He recently re-released an updated and expanded 10 year edition of his book Cold Case Christianity. READ: Cold-Case Christianity (Updated & Expanded Edition): A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels by J. Warner Wallace (https://a.co/d/dumL4BM) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Can Satan be redeemed? Is Christian universalism a valid option for Christians? These are just a few of the questions I explore with Dr. Michael McClymond, an outspoken critic of Christian Universalism. We also talk about what the church has taught about universal salvation throughout history and offer a biblical, philosophical, and theological critique. The Devil's Redemption: A New History and Interpretation of Christian Universalism by Michael J. McClymond (https://a.co/d/aK4OiSB) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Is substitutionary atonement essential to the gospel? How is it fair for Jesus to die for the sins of others? In this interview, I talk with pastor and author Jeremy Treat about his new book The Atonement: An Introduction. READ: The Atonement: An Introduction (https://a.co/d/iyJR077) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter:   / sean_mcdowell   TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram:   / seanmcdowell   Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Why would 50 atheists leave naturalism behind and become Christians? What experiences or arguments convinced them? And what can we learn from them? Sean interviews Dr. Jana Harmon about her compelling book ATHEISTS FINDING GOD. READ: Atheists Finding God (https://amzn.to/47DvDGn) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Expert John Burke discusses near-death experiences and their connection to Christianity, exploring encounters with a universal divine presence and challenging exclusive beliefs. He highlights evidence for life after death, including verifiable observations and encounters with unknown deceased individuals. The significance of historical facts in the resurrection and the consistency among near-death experiences are explored. The guest counters objections by highlighting detailed experiences that defy common explanations and emphasizes consistent testimonies from blind individuals. Various perspectives on near-death experiences are discussed.

In this podcast, Sean McDowell interviews Peter Williams, an expert in Christianity, who examines the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15 to show the genius, creativity, and wisdom of Jesus's teachings. They discuss Jesus's intellectual brilliance, the power of his parables, and the depth of the prodigal son story. They emphasize Jesus's methodology, consistency, and uniqueness portrayed in the Gospels. The podcast also delves into the depth and arguments of 'Evidence into Man's Verdict' and recommends 'The Surprising Genius of Jesus' for anyone interested in understanding Jesus's genius.

Susan Lim, a former Buddhist turned Christian, discusses how the history of the Bible impacts our faith. She explores the journey from Buddhism to Christianity, the importance of a church community, and the struggle of accepting the Bible as God's Word. Their exploration of faith and the messy nature of the Bible, along with studying history and ancient literature, aids in strengthening their faith.

Scholar and YouTuber Mark Ward joins Sean McDowell to discuss the best Bible translations. They explore factors that contribute to a trustworthy translation, criteria for choosing a translation, gender accuracy controversy, selecting translations for different audiences, addressing 'King James Onlyism,' and the influence of a father's ministry on a mother's faith.