Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlin

Are people basically good? Rebecca talks with theologian Gray Sutanto about the Christian doctrine of original sin, why our selfishness seems to come so naturally, and whether it's fair that Adam's sin affects the rest of us. Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

What makes human beings unique? Rebecca talks with theologian Gray Sutanto about what the Bible means when it says we're made in the image of God, why our value doesn't depend on our intelligence or abilities, and how Jesus shows us what it truly means to be human. Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifea...

Why are we so uncomfortable with aging, dependency, and death? Rebecca talks with Jen Wilkin about aging, death, dependency, and why Christians should be able to face all three differently. Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

What makes a Christian leader worthy of trust? Rebecca talks with Kyle Worley and his father, longtime pastor Joe Worley, about power, integrity, parenting, and why faithful leadership looks more like service than status. Ultimately, our hope isn't in perfect Christian leaders, but in Jesus, the perfect shepherd. PRE ORDER → The First Five: How to Beat the Odds and Thrive as a Ministry Leader Use...

Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by John Dickson to discuss if history discredits Christianity. Questions Covered in This Episode: Why are the core Christians's beliefs not surprising to a first century Jewish rabbi, known as Jesus? When were the Gospels written and how can we be sure? What about the claim that Jesus is God in the flesh, where is the evidence of that? Can you give us background on Con...

Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin talk about deconstructing; where has this come from and how should we engage? Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Rebecca is joined by Vaneetha Risner to discuss her life story and what God has taught her through suffering.  Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin are joined by author Rachel Gilson to talk about why God cares about who we sleep with.  Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Gavin Ortlund to answer the question; why doesn't God make Himself more obvious? Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Dr. Danielle Treweek to have a conversation about singleness and marriage. Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Rebecca is joined by James Eglinton to have a conversation about the arguments for and against euthanasia, how Christians should think about it, and where our hope can be found. Use code SPIRIT to get 30% off   What Jesus Started at thegoodbook.com . Learn more and find the Life Application Study Bible at lifeapplication.com .

Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin discuss the question; are transgender women, women? Questions Covered in This Episode: What is a man? What is a woman? Is a transgender woman a woman? What issues has this confusion presented? What is our primary responsiblity we have as Christians in this conversation? To what degree should we advance Christian ethics in public squares that are not purposefully...

The conversation centers around the complexities of being pro-life in a broader context. Bri shares her transformative journey from traditional pro-life advocacy into a holistic pursuit that sees immigration and refugee care as extensions of the same intrinsic Christian value of life and dignity. She elaborates on the misconceptions that surround the pro-life movement and the importance of engagin...

What if the worst season of your life became the place where you encountered God most deeply? Rebecca talks with Ray Ortlund about suffering, betrayal, loneliness, depression, and why the cross and resurrection of Jesus offer a hope that no other worldview can match. Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!

What do you do when getting out of bed feels impossible? Rebecca McLaughlin talks with Dr. Alan Noble about depression, anxiety, suffering, and the surprising hope Christianity offers—not by removing pain, but by giving us meaning, purpose, and a reason to keep going. Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!

Rachel Gilson is a noted author and speaker specializing in Christian sexual ethics. She serves on the leadership team for theological development and culture at Cru, a dynamic missionary organization. Rachel is also in the advanced stages of completing her PhD in public theology from Southeastern Theological Seminary. Her acclaimed book, "Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What...

Kyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin talk* about doubt and where we can find a stable foundation that honors and invites our doubt toward goodness, truth, and beauty. *This is a replay episode from 1/31/23 Questions Covered in This Episode: Have you ever experienced profound doubt? What do you think are some of the most common places of doubt? What is doubt an invitation to? Do we find doubt in the...

Rebecca hosts a discussion* with Dani Treweek and Ellie Wiener, exploring whether women should preach in church. Both Dani and Ellie share their insights and differing perspectives, rooted in a deep respect for Scripture. The conversation goes into key biblical passages, including 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 11, providing nuanced interpretations. Dani and Ellie's dialogue underscores their share...

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Rebecca and Andrew Wilson explore the Bible’s vision of happiness, why joy and suffering often go together, and how true happiness can only last forever if it’s rooted in God. Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!

Why do stories about heroes, sacrifice, and victory over evil move us so deeply? Rebecca and Kyle Worley explore how imagination, storytelling, and even fantasy reflect the deeper reality of the gospel. From the armor of God to dragons and great heroes, they show why the story of Jesus is the one all others echo. Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodboo...

What if Jesus is far more than you’ve ever imagined? In this crossover episode (with Church Society ), Rebecca and Lee Gatiss unpack the book of Colossians—and why its claims about Jesus completely reshape identity, purpose, and freedom. They also tackle one of the Bible’s most misunderstood topics: slavery, and why the gospel actually undermines it from the inside out. Follow Lee: Church Society...

Rebecca talks with Elizabeth Woodson about the subtle ways culture shapes us—and how the gospel reorients us toward true joy, peace, and purpose. They explore how to recognize when you’ve drifted and take small, faithful steps back toward the way of Jesus. Follow Elizabeth: Website | Instagram Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!

Who am I? It’s one of the most common—and most confusing—questions in our culture today. Rebecca is joined by author and theologian Justin Poythress to explore the deeper meaning of identity and why so many modern conversations fall short. Drawing from his upcoming book Who Am I, What Am I, and What Am I Doing with My Life?, Justin explains why identity is more complex than we think—and why trying...

We’ve never been more connected—and never more lonely. In this episode, Rebecca talks with Shelby Abbott about the growing loneliness epidemic, especially among Gen Z, and why digital connection often leaves us feeling more isolated. Follow Shelby: Instagram | X Use code  TREASURE and get 30% off "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!