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In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate dives into a series of headlines that make you wonder if some folks are reading the same Bible we are—or if they've decided to just write a new one. We kick things off with a historical and theological curveball: Was Judas Iscariot actually a saint? While most of us remember him as the "betrayal guy," some modern theories suggest he might have j...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian podcast, host Nate and co-host Chris dive deep into the heart of Reformation theology and modern-day mysteries. We begin by dissecting John Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion, debating whether the Calvinist vs. Arminian "war" is simply a misunderstanding of how a sovereign God interacts with linear time. Later, we are joined by "Mole," a pro-life a...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew tackle the headlines that the mainstream media won't touch. We start with the controversial move in a Southern California school district to review the Bible for "inappropriate" content. We read through the "steamy" verses of Song of Solomon and Ezekiel to see how they actually compare to the graphic materials currently found i...

What does the Bible actually say about divorce — and does "I'm not happy anymore" make the cut? Today on the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate covers the week's most provocative headlines before going deep on one of the most mishandled topics in the modern church: biblical grounds for divorce and remarriage. 🤡 YouTube Atheist: "What Kind of God Makes Hell?" A fedora-wearing, Ouija board-owning Y...

Did God make David take the census, or was it Satan? And if both 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21 are right, does the Bible contradict itself — or does a guy posting memes on Gab not understand primary and secondary causation? Buckle up. In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and co-host Chris kick things off with a wrap-up of the 2026 Ligonier National Conference ("Crucial Quest...

In this episode, Nate and Chris dive into a full recap of Day 1 at the Ligonier National Conference, breaking down powerful messages from HB Charles on God’s sovereignty and Derek Thomas on the nature of truth in a relativistic age. But the day wasn't just about theology; Chris shares the "personal drama" of a highway flat tire that resulted in an emergency Tesla Cyber Truck rescue. We also tackle...

Is modern theology just catching up to what the Reformers already knew? In this episode, Nate and the crew dive into John Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion, exploring why his 500-year-old insights on "general hardness of heart" are more relevant today than ever. We discuss the Reformation, the colorful language of the past, and why Calvinism is about much more than just the "five point...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, we tackle the most pressing question of our time: Why can’t Nate have a pet raccoon?. While the law (and common sense) might have opinions, we use this "wild" starting point to dive into the Ordo Salutis or the "Order of Salvation". We break down the heavy-hitting theology of regeneration in Calvinism versus other views of soteriology. Does God bring...

"Life came from rocks." That is the starting point of today’s heated debate as Nate and Chris go toe-to-toe with an atheist over the origins of the universe and the validity of the Resurrection. Is the "500 witnesses" claim just hearsay? Are we really just cousins to a hippo? We’re breaking down the contentious arguments surrounding abiogenesis, the "Jerusalem Zombies," and why the Resurrection is...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate and Chris dive deep into the complex world of Molinism and "Middle Knowledge" to understand how God’s sovereignty interacts with human free will. Following a powerful Resurrection Sunday, the team discusses the spiritual weight of the cross, the nature of suffering, and why some common arguments against faith fall flat. Nate also shares exciting...

Happy Good Friday! In this special holiday episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the deep theological meaning behind the most somber day on the Christian calendar. Why do we call a day marked by suffering and death "good"? We explore the transition from the darkness of the cross to the victory of the empty tomb, reminding us that while it’s Friday, Sunday is comi...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew blast off into a theological discussion on the recent Artemis II rocket launch. They tackle a skeptical question: If God punished humanity for the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11), why does He allow NASA and Elon Musk to explore deep space? Is modern space travel just hubris, or is it fulfillment of the cultural mandate? Switching g...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the deep end of current controversies and legal battles at the intersection of faith and culture. We start by unpacking the viral fallout surrounding TikTok influencer Taylor Frankie Paul and the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" scandal, discussing the devastating consequences of lifestyle choices outside of biblical ma...

He is Risen! In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the humor and controversy surrounding Easter. We start with a "watching party" featuring Lutheran Satire’s take on pagan myths, Ishtar, and the legendary "Satan Press Conference." Things get serious as we address the fallout from our recent "78 Atheist Questions" episode. Why are the comments so grumpy? W...

Are Christians stumped by "hard" atheist questions, or is the answer simpler than they think? In this episode, Nate and Chris tackle a viral "machine gun" list of 78 questions for Christians, ranging from the eternal fate of Anne Frank to why miracles aren't caught on iPhone 15s. We also dive into a shocking report from Canada, where a woman seeking back pain relief was offered assisted suicide in...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian podcast, we navigate a landscape of heavy news, cultural shifts, and theological oddities. First, we address the heartbreaking tragedy of Noelia Castillo. The 25-year-old Spanish woman died by legal euthanasia this week after a grueling 601-day legal battle with her father. We discuss the "social defeat" of a system that allows a young woman struggling with p...

In this episode, host Nate dives into the alarming headlines coming out of Canada regarding Bill C-63 (referenced as C-9 in some reports) and its potential to criminalize quoting certain parts of the Bible under the guise of "combating hate". We perform a "deep dive" into the legislative language to see if Christians and pro-life advocates are truly facing a new level of legal hostility. We also d...

In this episode, Nate and the team tackle a viral moment of a Buddhist criticising Christian prayer, leading to a deeper discussion on why the world often mocks what it doesn't understand. We also dive into the "Total Depravity" of current headlines—from a bizarre suspension over a tea towel to the resurfaced "War on Women" rhetoric from the Newsoms. Plus, we have a massive resource for you: Ligon...

In today’s episode, we tackle some of the most bizarre headlines in the "Christians Behaving Badly" segment. We start with the Fresno megachurch, where a fog machine was so intense the fire department had to be called in to "clear the haze".Then, we dive into the headlines surrounding Reacher actor Alan Ritchson—is he really a "Hollywood nutball" or just caught in a bad neighborhood dispute involv...

Is God using dreams to reveal Jesus to Muslims, or are these just "Armenian fever dreams"? In this episode of the Ask A Christian podcast, host Nate and the crew tackle the growing phenomenon of "Jesus dreams" in the Middle East. We debate whether these visions are divine revelation or simply brain chemistry at work. Plus, we react to a viral video of a Muslim woman questioning the Trinity—did the...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate Cunningham tackles a range of heavy theological and cultural topics, starting with a necessary recap of his recent "adventure" into the civilized world (hint: he’s ready for a cabin in the mountains). We dive into a critical discussion on whether emotional validation is always loving. Using insights from The Gospel Coalition, we explore the...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate Cunningham dives into a heavy-hitting mix of theological controversy, cultural shifts, and the "playing" of the Southern Baptist Convention. We start with a look at the viral (and deeply unsettling) claim from a pastor suggesting Jesus was "flirting" with the Samaritan woman—even going as far as to redefine "living water" in a way that woul...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! But is the real Saint Patrick being replaced by a globalist imitation? ☘️ In today’s episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate reacts to the Irish President’s controversial St. Patrick’s Day message. Why is the secular world trying to re-brand a fiery 5th-century missionary into a "globalist woke simp"? We’re digging into the political attempt to turn a story of Gospel...

In this intense episode of the Ask A Christian podcast, host Nate and the team dive into the controversial intersection of faith and modern culture. We break down the President's planned National Prayer Event on May 17, 2026, exploring the spiritual implications of rededicating America and the involvement of figures like Paula White. Then, we tackle the "Therapy Culture" taking over men's ministri...

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the group tackle the frustrating trend of skeptics and even some professing Christians quoting the Bible out of context to support secular agendas. We dive into the "Ignorant or Evil" debate—discerning whether people are simply misinformed or intentionally deceptive when it comes to Scripture. The conversation gets deep into the "Doctri...