Challenging Conversations

Are you finding it hard to talk with progressive Christians or struggling to understand what they actually believe? In this episode, Jason presents three false views held by a popular “gay activist” and progressive Christian, Brandan Robertson, and provides biblical and reasonable responses to each one.  Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instag...

You hear the term “transgenderism” used all the time but what does it actually mean? In this episode, Jason explains what transgenderism means and makes an important distinction with the movement known as “transactivism.” Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subscribe to Jason Jimenez on YouTube Additional Resources Challenging Conversat...

Are you finding it hard to teach your kids a clear case for why Christianity is true? Well, not to worry. In this episode, Jason talks with Jonathan Morrow, author and Director of Cultural Engagement and Student Discipleship at Impact 360 Institute, about a simple four-word framework that is a surefire way to encourage your kids in their faith and to share it with others. Links to Jonathan Morrow...

What are you doing to grow and inspire young people to be the men and women God has called them to be? No doubt this generation of little to no faith is desperate for godly examples. In this episode, Jason lays out 10 traits to help you focus in on to build up your family, your church, and the next generation.  Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on...

A troubling trend is deconversions. Chances are you know someone who has walked away from the Christian faith. In this episode, Jason and Christian apologist, Tim Barnett have a candid discussion about deconversions and talk about ways Christians can respond to their loved ones who no longer believe. Links to Tim Barnett Tim on Stand to Reason Tim Barnett on Twitter Jason Jimenez on Social Media F...

Our children will face hardships and disappointments. So how are you preparing them to learn how to be resilient? Today, Dr. Kathy Koch joins the show to discuss ways parents can be more thoughtful and intentional in building resilience in their kids’ lives. Dr. Kathy Koch Celebrate Kids Website Dr. Kathy Koch on Twitter Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonP...

Where do you stand on the virgin birth? In this episode, Jason gives three critical pieces of evidence to defend the Virginal Conception and helps you understand the significance of Jesus’s miracle birth to Christianity.  Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subscribe to Jason Jimenez on YouTube Additional Resources Challenging Conversat...

Today, we have an extremely controversial topic that we, as Christians, need to confront because of its harmful influence on the church. It has to do with the New Apostolic Reformation. The NAR is a fast-growing movement that can be found in pretty much every market in America.    Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subscribe to Jason J...

Isn’t it a great feeling to get answers to your questions? In today’s show, Jason answers three questions submitted from listeners who were having challenging conversations with family and friends: (1) is wokeness a Christian virtue, (2) are miracles a violation of laws of nature, and (3) is Christianity intolerant.  Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJimi...

When was the last time you had a hard talk with your kid about a controversial topic? How did it go? In today’s episode, Jason shares with parents the importance of engaging with their kids in faith and not in fear. Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subscribe to Jason Jimenez on YouTube Additional Resources Challenging Conversations b...

Some say any involvement with Halloween is opening the door to Satan. In contrast, other Christian parents believe that knocking on doors with their kids in the neighborhood is just good family fun. So, which is it? In this episode, Jason gives the difference between celebrating and participating and gives Christians some insight into the historical context of Halloween, and a few things to consid...

America has passed a tipping point. More Americans are embracing the lie that they determine their own truth. On today’s podcast, Jason talks with Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, about how absolute truth changes everything and how to give a response to those who believe in speaking their own truth. Links to Summit Ministries Summit Websites Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Follow...

Are you dealing with your doubts, or are your doubts dealing with you? Hopefully, whatever you are going through in your faith, this episode (with special guest Bobby Conway) will bring you much-needed comfort as you face your doubts and overcome them. Link to One Minute Apologist YouTube Twitter Facebook Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Insta...

Some progressive Christians go so far as to reject the miraculous claims of Jesus. What would that mean if Jesus didn’t perform miracles? Dr. Craig Keener joins the show to teach Christians the importance of miracles to the historic Christian faith. Links to Dr. Craig Keener Dr. Keener's Website Dr. Keener's YouTube Dr. Keener on Twitter Dr. Keener on Facebook Jason Jimenez on Social Med...

Many people in the Evangelical-faith space say it’s necessary to deconstruct your faith so that you can “reconstruct” it into an even stronger version than before. But is that really an essential step to growing your faith? Jason poses some hard-hitting questions on today's show to Maven founder and apologist, Brett Kunkle. Links to Brett Kunkle Maven Truth Website Maven Truth on YouTube Mave...

From the blitz of social media tags to the millions of videos on YouTube calling out and labeling everybody and their mom a false teacher, it can get contentious and confusing trying to figure ought who is speaking the truth of God and who is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. In this episode, Jason’s guest, Allen Parr, YouTube sensation and pastor, offers seven identifications of a false teacher. Links...

How would you answer someone who says that the Bible is an immoral book because it supports slavery? In today’s show, Dr. Paul Copan and Jason address this very heated topic and present reasonable answers and much-needed clarity to biblical passages that religious people have twisted to make it seem Christianity endorses the moral evil of slavery.  Links to Paul Copan Paul's Website Paul on T...

If you struggle with how to reconcile a God of love commanding his people, the Israelites, to commit acts of war and bloodshed in the Old Testament—then you don’t want to miss this episode. Jason sits down with Dr. Paul Copan, one of the foremost experts on the atrocities of the Bible, to offer explanations for troubling passages.  Links to Paul Copan Paul's Website Paul on Twitter Paul on Fa...

How sensitive are you to the spiritual battle between God and Satan? Are you familiar with how the Bible describes spiritual attacks and why they occur in our lives? In today’s podcast, author and investigative journalist Billy Hallowell joins Jason for a fascinating and challenging discussion about the spiritual warfare of demons. Billy Hallowell Links Playing with Fire Podcast Playing with Fire...

What was the last thing you thought was so beautiful that it took your breath away? There is so much beauty in the world, yet, we often miss the beauty because we’re either too busy to pay any attention to it or have slipped into a state where we are unmindful of what beauty is. In today’s podcast, Dr. Tim Willard talks with Jason about how Christians can revitalize their hearts and minds to the c...

How did you feel after hearing that Roe v Wade was overturned? What’s so shocking is how many self-identifying Christians publicly shamed other Christians for celebrating the overturning of Roe v. Wade. On today’s show, pro-life leader, David Benham, comes on the show to tackle the sensitive topic of abortion in the church. Links to Show:  Stand Strong Ministries Edifi Network Benham Brothers Link...

Are you having a hard time speaking up for what you believe? Do you have a teen struggling to make sense of their faith? On today’s show, Jason and Sara Barratt, editor-in-chief at The Rebelution, discuss ways Christians can stand firm against the prevailing opinions that oppose Christianity and offer encouragement for moms and dads raising their kids in the Word of God. The Rebelution Website Sar...

Do you know how the Roe v Wade case got to the Supreme Court in the first place? Today, on Challenging Conversations, Jason pieces together some disturbing facts about the history and ruling of Roe v Wade that you need to know and share with others. Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subscribe to Jason Jimenez on YouTube Additional Res...

Have you ever had to go through a church scandal? Not fun, is it? On today’s show, Jason continues his conversation with investigative journalist Warren Cole Smith. Together, they confront the messiness brought out by scandals and share much-needed advice on how to get through the unwanted pain. Jason Jimenez on Social Media Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram Subsc...

It seems like every time you jump online or scroll through your social media feeds, you read about another church scandal. Why is that? And how should Christians respond? On today’s show, Jason discusses this sensitive topic with investigative journalist Warren Cole Smith, who has covered major scandals in his ministry career.