
The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast
The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast is hosted by J. Warner Wallace. J. Warner is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries.
The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.
Latest episodes

Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 13min
What Makes the Church… the Church?
Discover the vital elements that define a Christian community by exploring the importance of the Apostles' Creed. Uncover the revolutionary practices of the early church, highlighting unity and joy amidst adversity. Dive into personal experiences of recognizing God's presence and the transformative signs of faith. Emphasizing awe, love, and service, the discussion encourages a dynamic engagement with one’s beliefs, inviting listeners to actively participate in their spiritual journeys.

Apr 9, 2025 • 28min
How to Make the Case for God's Existence Like a Detective
Explore the intriguing intersection of faith and detective work as a cold-case investigator dives into evidence for a creator God. Discover how critical thinking can transform skepticism into belief, shaped by personal journeys and law enforcement backgrounds. Uncover a detective's methodology that applies abductive reasoning to the universe's mysteries, challenging listeners to consider if a divine presence is the most logical conclusion. Each insight unveils a deeper truth, making the case for a creator in a captivating way.

Apr 2, 2025 • 25min
Is the Evidence in the Universe Best Explained by the Existence of God?
J. Warner Wallace, a former cold-case detective and author, brings his investigative skills to the question of God’s existence. He shares his transformative journey from atheism to Christianity, fueled by evidence found in the Gospels. Wallace contrasts naturalism with the Christian worldview, discussing cosmological and moral arguments that suggest a purposeful creator. He also delves into the role of apologetics in affirming faith and tackles the challenging relationship between evil and divine existence, urging listeners to consider profound philosophical implications.

Mar 26, 2025 • 28min
Are Science and Belief in God Incompatible?
Explore the intriguing intersection of science and belief in God through a detective’s lens. Discover how consciousness challenges naturalistic explanations and may imply a higher intelligence. Delve into the mind-body connection and the distinctive qualities of the brain versus the mind. Uncover evidence that questions whether a purely physical perspective can account for complex human experiences. The discussion raises profound questions about the nature of reality and whether a divine creator is at play.

Mar 19, 2025 • 28min
How Consciousness Points to the Existence of God
In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace summarizes the case for Gods existence from consciousness. How does non-material consciousness emerge in a purely material universe? Is “mind” nothing more than “brain”? For a robust review of the collective case for God’s existence from eight pieces of evidence “inside the room” of the natural universe, please refer to God’s Crime Scene: A Cold-Case Homicide Detective Examines the Evidence for a Divinely Created Universe.

Mar 12, 2025 • 28min
Does the Origin of the Universe Point to A Creator God?
In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace talks about his new book, God’s Crime Scene, as he examines the first important piece of evidence in the universe: the origin of all space, time and matter from nothing. Does Big Bang Cosmology (the Standard Cosmological Model) point most reasonably to a Creator God?

Mar 5, 2025 • 28min
Can You Pass the Objective / Subjective Truth Test?
In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace makes a case for the evidential nature of Christian truth claims. He then reviews the nature of objective and subjective truth claims and offers a brief test to see if you can distinguish the differences. Can you pass the test?

Feb 26, 2025 • 28min
Why the Nature of Truth Is So important to Christianity
Explore the intriguing distinction between subjective and objective truth and how it shapes Christian evangelism. Delve into the historical claims surrounding Jesus, highlighting their significance in setting Christianity apart. Learn about the robust verification process supporting the Gospels, and understand the urgency of sharing objective truths in a world influenced by relativism. This conversation emphasizes the need to communicate faith assertively, akin to sharing life-saving medical cures.

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Feb 19, 2025 • 28min
Ten Reasons We Fail To Share Our Faith - Part 2
Discover the common excuses that hold people back from sharing their faith. Delve into strategies for overcoming fear and discomfort in evangelism. Learn how effective communication can bridge gaps between believers and non-believers. Explore the importance of teamwork in outreach efforts and how collaboration enriches the process. Gain insights on transforming personal experiences into opportunities for growth in sharing beliefs.

Feb 12, 2025 • 28min
Ten Reasons We Fail To Share Our Faith - Part 1
In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace begins a two-part program in which he describes ten reasons why we, as Christians, fail to share our faith. Are these reasons legitimate concerns or convenient excuses? J. Warner talks about the first five reasons and provides tips to overcome the obstacles that typically prevent us from sharing what we believe.
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