The Christian Skeptic

In this episode, let's ask the question of why God wants worship in the first place? Is it selfish of him to do so? Why would an all-powerful God need our worship? Can't He just let us live our lives without requiring we sing to him? Let's discuss!

In this episode, let's talk about the mindset and mentality we should consider when looking at a year that might be filled with uncertainty and anxiety regarding an upcoming election, the economy and wars in other parts of the world. Let's also consider how we should respond when our local churches make claims or take public stances this year that we might not agree with.

In this episode, let's discuss what the Bible says about wars and killing. While, we can spend time getting into specific instances in a later episode, let's discuss whether or not Christians should ever be okay with the fact that wars happen at all in this episode.

Let's kick off the next season of the Christian Skeptic with a fun little conversation about the potential pagan origins of the Christmas tree. Should we, as Christians, throw out our Christmas trees and never use them to decorate again? Join the conversation with me!

In this episode, let's talk about mental health issues, mental illness, and why God would allow someone's body or mind to not be right with them. I feel like it's an interesting conversation point to compare this to what Habakkuk refers to as someone's soul not being right with them? How should we view mental illness? How should we cope with it or come to terms with it? Let's discuss!

In this episode, special guest Gabi Kerwin discusses whether Christian can/should smoke weed or use cannabis recreationally. Gabi Kerwin is a P.A. that specializes in both General Pediatric care and Addiction Recovery medicine. She is also married to Sean, host of the show!

In this episode, let's talk about what to look for in a Christian friend and why friendship is not only important, but divine.

In this episode, let's talk about whether Heaven is just the wish fulfillment, carrot-dangle, of the religious simple-minded or if it actually makes sense to believe in a Heaven (and a Hell) that we can go to after this life.  In memory of Pastor Timothy Keller.

In this episode, let's talk about the idea of nuclear deterrence, defense, and what that means in the life of the believer. Will nuclear weapons be a part of the end times? Let's talk about what it means if they are.

In this episode, let's solve the age old debate between Protestants and Catholics on whether or not Jesus visited Hell after His crucifixion and prior to His resurrection. Just kidding, not going to solve it. But let's at least consider both sides and talk about some of the logic behind them.

This episode is a bit of a rant or a reflection depending on how you want to see it, similar to the episode "Why Don't We Know More?" Let's talk about God's holiness and finding out awe in Him.

In this episode, let's look at women's role in church and spiritual communities. Can women be pastors? Can women teach? Can women have authority? Let's discuss!

In this episode, let's start by taking a look at how the Bible treats women's roles in society and in the family. Is it oppressive? What does it mean if it is? Next time, we'll look at women's role as leaders and in church community.

In this episode, I ramble and reflect on recent readings, thoughts, and reflections I've had. Why do we not see the whole picture? Maybe more importantly, what is the value of realizing and keeping in mind that we don't see the bigger picture?

In this episode, let's talk about the claims Jesus and the Bible make. Does Jesus claim to be God? Does any of it actually make sense?

In this episode, let's explore the possibility of there being other gods (lowercase "g") in existence. After all, the God of Abraham, Isaace and Jacob commands His people to have "no other gods before Me."

THE EARTH IS FLAT! Just kidding! You didn't really think I was going to say that, did you? All joking aside, what do you think Moses or David would have said if you asked them if the Earth was flat? What about Paul or John? Give this episode a listen and let's discuss it!

In this episode, let's talk about what kind of music Christians "should" listen to. Should you listen to only Christian radio stations? Maybe. Can you listen to "secular" music? Let's discuss!

Let's pick up where we left off in our discussion with fellow podcaster, and author, Sharon Angel. In this episode though, let's dive into the Indian Caste System and talk about the difficulties of living under it and how Sharon has learned through her faith to overcome it.

In this episode, we welcome pastor, speaker, and author, Dominic Done. Dominic has just released a new book titled, "Your Longing Has a Name," that focuses on the health of our souls. In this episode, I was able to probe Dominic about what that really means and if it's possible in this day and age for a soul to flourish amidst the anxiety and depression ridden world we all find ourselves in.

In this episode, we get to know fellow podcaster, Sharon Angel. Sharon has a fascinating background, from growing up in India to writing a book and becoming the host of the popular podcast, "The Courage to Identify." In this part 1 episode of our discussion, Sharon and I discuss what an oppressive system looks like and tackle the question of whether or not the U.S. is still an oppressive patriarch...

Welcome back friend of the podcast and guest Stephen Christian as we discuss how much money pastors should be making for their work and what that means. What about pastors who abuse money? What about pastors who take a "vow of poverty" as ministry? Let's discuss!

In this episode, let's discuss some differences between Catholicism and Protestantism. Do those differences preclude Catholics from the salvation preached by Protestants? Let's discuss!

In this episode, let's briefly talk about the possibility of aliens and then delve into the theology of aliens. Spoiler alert: No, I'm not starting a cult! But can Christians believe that there is life outside o earth? Would the existence of aliens change the meaning of the gospel? Let's discuss!

Let's get to know long time friend of the show and lead singer of the band Anberlin, Stephen Christian! In this episode we get to learn why he (or anyone for that matter) would dare to leave the world of being a rock star to become a pastor!