The AC Podcast

Buried, burnt, and bygone. An entire library of ancient scrolls was buried under the ash and lava of Mt. Vesuvius in the city of Herculaneum, a Roman village less than 20km from the famous city of Pompei. But with some amazing new technology, these scrolls are being unrolled (digitally at least) and we can peer through the charred ash and carbon to read them for the first time in nearly 2000 years...

Adulting is hard and at no point does it appear to get easier. Yet, it's human nature to desire a reprieve from what seems like the cyclical woes of growing up. On this week's episode, Troy sits down with AC intern, Lyzandria. They discuss whether or not the young people of our generation have a healthy understanding of struggle and whether or not life's challenges are something we can be better p...

"We're going without, to go within!" On this week's episode of the AC Podcast Andy, Wes, and Troy are talking about a biblical view of fasting. While spoken about widely throughout scripture, why is it often a topic undervalued or even absent in the modern evangelical church? More than a diet or a trend, biblical fasting is a spiritual discipline that profoundly changes us to draw near to God.

Do theists have any good arguments at all? Not according to Richard Dawkins. He was recently interviewed by Alex O’Connor, aka the Cosmic Skeptic. When asked what good arguments he had encountered, Dawkins replied that theists (including Christians) have no good arguments. Zero. Zilch. Zip. If that seems like a pretty bold statement, you are not alone. Andy, Steve, and Wes came together this week...

There will forever be a conversation about how the use of art and creativity can break down barriers and cross boundaries that otherwise may have seemed impossible. Yet, it can often be overlooked in theological circles as a tool for apologetics. On this week's episode, Troy talks with Premier Radio Director and Host, Ruth Jackson, about apologetics in art.

It's the New Year and the AC Podcast is back! We kick the year off introducing our newest addition to the AC team, Max Chadwick. Max join us as our official filmmaker who will be sure to help transform round table ideas into compelling visuals. Listen to this week's episode to learn about Max's journey to filmmaking and faith.

For the last podcast of the year, we figured what better way to end 2023 than to close it out with a podcast reflecting on the miraculous incarnation of Christ! While Christmas may be over, the significance is still worth the conversation and undoubtedly more. Troy and Steve continued their conversation with our friend, Dr. Raphael Samuel, to delve into Part Two of the year-end podcast, "The Mirac...

Christmas is just around the corner. ’Tis the time of the year when we take the time to reflect on God coming in the flesh. Our thinking often starts with the typical nativity scene, with Baby Jesus already lying in the manger in swaddling clothes. We rarely think about the pregnancy and the actual birthing process. Since we believe that Jesus is truly human as well as truly God, reflecting on the...

Is the God of the Bible a cosmic Grinch? What do we do with verses in both the New and Old Testaments that describe God "hardening people's hearts?" Wes and Andy sat down to talk about the character of God as it relates to God's goodness and how, why, and when he might harden someone's heart.

With the rise of social media, we are witnessing the rise of a new kind of celebrity: influencers. From testing cosmetics to advocating for political causes, influencers of all kinds impact the lives of thousands, and even millions, of followers. Many Christians, of course, have also joined this phenomenon. From the discipleship perspective, how should Christians approach being an influencer? What...

By now you have at least heard about Medical Assistance In Dying, otherwise known as MAiD. What you might not know is that MAiD safeguards have been quickly removed in Canada. Despite the best efforts of those in opposition, it appears we are set for new legislation in March that will expand access to MAiD to those suffering with mental illness. This has many of us concerned for these vulnerable p...

"The stars at night, are big and bright... deep in the heart of... ETS....in Texas!" The Evangelical Theological Society is a professional academic society of biblical and theological scholars, pastors, and students. Sound intense? It is! On this week's episode Andy, Troy and Wes hang out with a few friends while attending this years annual conference in San Antonio, Texas. Why is there such a cha...

When it comes to spiritual conversations in the church, there are few practices that bring up more discussion than speaking in tongues. What is it? Has the gift of tongues ceased or continued? How should it be practiced? Does speaking in tongues have salvific concern? Listen to Part 2 this week as Andy, Troy and Wes continue the discussion of tongues from their own personal experiences, and dive i...

When it comes to spiritual conversations in the church, there are few practices that bring up more discussion than speaking in tongues. What is it? Has the gift of tongues ceased or continued? How should it be practiced? Does speaking in tongues have salvific concern? Listen to Part 1 of two this week as Andy, Troy and Wes discuss their own personal experiences, unpack some of the nuance and even...

One of Jesus' well known parables is the parable of the sower, the idea that good soil, creates a conducive environment for good seed to grow and flourish. On this week's episode the full team sits down as Troy asks them to recount their time as students. From degrees to PhD's, what does it take to be good ground in order that you might produce good fruit.

If you asked the average Believer if they believe the church is essential to Christian life, most if not all would say yes! They may point you to where scripture reminds us not to forsake the gathering of the saints, but why? Why do we need the church? On this week's episode Andy sits down with new Christians Nathan and Juniper and asks the question, "Why the Church?"

Why can’t we hate men? That was the title of a 2018 Washington Post opinion piece written by Suzanna Danuta Walters, a sociologist at Northeastern University. Written in the wake of the MeToo movement, this piece offers a scathing criticism of men. The term “toxic masculinity” is familiar to most people by now, and this is increasingly becoming the default view of masculinity. Where does the conce...

If you've been paying even casual attention to your news feeds you'll have seen a lot of chaos and turmoil going on in the Middle East. The recent attacks in Israel and the response in reply against Hamas could very understandably be leaving you wondering what is going on. On today's episode Wes Huff sat down with Avner Boskey, a Jewish Canadian Christian currently living and ministering in Israel...

On this week's episode of the AC Podcast, Troy pulls in Andy and Wes to answer a series of questions Troy received via a friend. Why does God allow evil? Why hell? While these questions are not new apologetic topics it’s important to revisit them due to how frequently they’re brought up — both by Christians and non Christians alike. Tune into this week's episode to hear the AC team's responses.

In today's society, the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment often hinges on crafting our sexual identity. But what happens when this promise falls short? Join us as we delve into Kyla's transformative journey, challenging the contemporary narrative. Moving from a transgender identity to finding profound transformation through the gospel, her story illuminates the power of anchoring one's identity...

Many people struggle to understand who God is, and this struggle often leads them to resent Him and His church. When we wear the label of Christian, we represent the God we serve, and we are responsible for representing Him well. In this week's episode, Troy sits down with Melanie Beerda, one of AC's newest adjunct speakers, for a conversation about the rekindling of faith and how we must fight to...

The Apostle Paul's ministry is widely recognized for its attention and call to the organization and unity of the church. Notably we see Paul wrote his Epistle to the Colossians because of a report that they were falling into serious error. Specifically in Colossians 3:15, we are reminded that we are one "Body" which we are still welcomed into thousands of years later. On this week's episode Andy,...

North America has entered the grips of a culture war that has intensified beyond what anyone could have imagined. The culture wars have challenged many to question Christianity and ultimately deconstruct their foundational beliefs in God and themselves. With significant numbers of people leaving the church, we all have stories of the casualties. How do we stay hopeful and compassionately help the...

Troy, Wes, and Steve delve deep into the themes of grief, guilt, and regret, drawing parallels between the responses of Judas and Peter to their denials of Jesus. Exploring the nuanced emotions and consequences faced by these two figures they shed light on the contrasting paths they took. How do we deal with our mistakes? By examining these biblical examples of human frailty that provide a roadmap...

Join host Andy Steiger in a conversation with ER doctor Quentin Genuis as they explore maintaining unshakable faith amidst the chaos of the "emergency room of life." How do we keep our faith when tragedy strikes? Through personal stories, they delve into the challenges of upholding faith during medical crises and discuss the ethical depths of viewing patients as multifaceted individuals. Genuis' f...