The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast

The podcast explores the reasons people have for being Christian, highlighting the importance of evidence and reasoning over tradition or fear. It discusses finding authority through scripture and emphasizes the role of objective truth in shaping beliefs. The speaker contrasts theistic and naturalistic worldviews and advocates for a more evidential approach to defending Christianity.

Frank Sontag and Janet Mefferd discuss heaven and the soul, debunking misconceptions about the afterlife. They emphasize the importance of biblical teachings over popular culture, exploring topics like the soul's journey after death and its significance in Christian theology.

In this podcast, J. Warner examines the historic, creedal nature of Christianity. Why are creeds so important to the Christian worldview? How early did they emerge? How can we affirm the creedal nature of Christianity in a pluralistic, relativistic culture? Jim investigates the early use of creeds and the continuing role creeds play in defining the Christian worldview.

The discussion kicks off with a look at dualism and the relationship between body and mind, raising deep questions about existence beyond the physical. The host examines scriptural authority alongside philosophical arguments for the afterlife, suggesting parallels between detective work and the evidence in the New Testament. The complexities of the soul and the promise of eternal fulfillment are explored, advocating for a transcendent existence. Finally, the insights into Christian beliefs reveal contrasting eternal destinies for believers and non-believers.

In this podcast, J. Warner chats with Peyton Jones and Pete Mitchell, the hosts of the Church Planter Podcast about the challenges of church planting, the nature of church in America today and the role of apologetics within the Christian community.

J. Warner, a faith-strengthening expert, shares effective strategies to empower young believers. He discusses how parents can actively engage in their children's spiritual growth and counteract views that may label these efforts as mere indoctrination. Jim addresses critical skeptical objections stemming from the Easter season, including misconceptions about Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, enhancing the conversation about the importance of evidence in faith discussions. Together, they provide tools for guiding the next generation of Christians.

Exploring doubt, atheism, and unanswered prayers in Christianity. Addressing hyper-skepticism and evidential modesty in evaluating worldviews. Understanding prayer as communication with God and reflecting on life through the lens of eternity.

In this podcast, J. Warner talks about the habit many of us of speaking Christianese, the distinctive (and often confusing) language of the Christian faith. How can we learn to communicate important Christian concepts without sounding like we’re speaking Greek? Jim also discusses the dangerous consequences resulting from low expectations when sharing what we believe with people who seem to be completely uninterested.

Did Jesus rise from the dead? In this podcast, J. Warner talks about abductive reasoning, its application in death scene investigations and its utility when making the case for the Resurrection of Jesus. As Easter approaches, J. Warner outlines the material from his evangelistic booklet, ALIVE: A Cold Case Approach to the Resurrection. Is the Christian explanation for the Resurrection reasonable when compared to the alternatives? Jim examines the strengths and liabilities of many explanations for the empty tomb of Jesus.

In this Cold-Case Christianity video broadcast / podcast, J. Warner makes a case for an evidential, reasoned, case-making form of Christian belief. Using the New Testament gospels and letters as a guide, Jim articulates the foundation for a reasonable faith in Jesus and our common calling as Christians to a life of case-making. (For more information, visit www.ColdCaseChristianity.com)