The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast

Given the unique nature of Gen Z as "digital natives," how can we help teach them about the Christian worldview? What unique approaches might we engage to help young people understand the truth? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers 6 tips to help you teach truth to your kids or students.

How can we help Gen Z believers to grow in their knowledge and spiritual maturity? What can parents, pastors and Christian educators do to raise up the next generation of Christians? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offer several very simple suggestions for those of us concerned about the next generation.

Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers develop Biblical character? What can we do to supplement our own teaching and influence? How can we find appropriate mentors for our students? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner describes five considerations to help you find the right mentor for your young believers.

Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers grow in their confidence as believers? What simple strategies are available to us to train up the next generation? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner provides five simple strategies to help those who are concerned about the next generation of believers.

Are young believers really abandoning their Christian identity as quickly as some surveys would lead us to believe? What's the latest information on the departure of your people from the Christian faith? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner updates the latest data related to young Christians and their connection to the Christian faith.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner reflects on his recent trip to Summit Worldview Academy and answers listener email related to teaching apologetics curriculum, the nature of free will and sin in heaven and the necessity of hell.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the case for the Talpiot Tomb and the alleged burial ossuary of Jesus. Have we discovered the tomb of Jesus and the Holy Family? If so, what difference would this make to the case for Christianity? Can lay people accurately assess the evidence in the first place?

In this blast from the past, federal investigator Dan Grossenbach sits in for Jim and discusses the powerful CHIPS model for sharing the truth of Christianity and defending the Christian worldview. Dan takes this opportunity to fully examine how Christianity is comprehendible (the "C" in CHIPS).

In this blast from the past, Jim interviews Jonathan Morrow, the author of Think Christianly, an important new book that will help us adopt and experience a life that is shaped and directed by our Christian Worldview. How should Christians engage the culture around them? What does our worldview have to say about the most important issues of life? Jonathan's book will help you to think "Christianly".

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines a number of Biblical passages related to the nature of Heaven. What does the Bible say about Heaven and what implications does the nature of Heaven have for our lives today? How should we live today in light of what God has for us in the next life?

In this blast from the past, J. Warner discusses the possible explanations for moral truth from an evolutionary perspective. Could moral laws be the result of the evolution of our DNA or a product of sociocultural acceptance? Jim also answers listener email related to witness reliability and competing claims related to God's nature.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner discusses the self-evident nature of transcendent, objective moral truth and answers a common objection to their existence. Jim also discusses his recent talks at Hume Lake and reviews a New York Times article describing the growing request for evidence among Mormon believers

In this podcast, J. Warner talks with Susie Larson (from Middays with Susie Larson) to discuss the issue of Biblical faith. Does the Bible say faith is "blind"? Does the author of Hebrews advance that notion? If not, how are we to define a Biblical notion of faith. List to other great episodes of Susie's show HERE.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the evidence for the early persecution of the Church and the martyrdom of the Apostles. Did the first eyewitnesses of the Resurrection die rather than recant their testimony? Can we trust the early accounts? Why does it matter in the first place?

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the evidence for the existence of the mind (and inferentially, the soul) as he looks at six classic philosophical arguments. Jim also briefly discusses Thomas Nagel's book, Mind and Cosmos and discusses the limitations of physicalism.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner reflects on his appearance on "Unbelievable? with Justin Brierley" and demonstrates the value of four simple principles as he evaluates two objections to the historicity of the Gospels. Does Josephus' account of John the Baptist or Quirinius invalidate the Gospels? Why do some people continue to reject the Gospels as reliable?

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines several objections to the nature of God: Who created God? Is God's power limited? Why does God seem so hidden? In addition, Jim examines the eyewitness status of Paul and the attribution of John as the author of the fourth New Testament Gospel.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the three cultural influences that typically derail Christians from living a God-honoring life. What do we need to say to the world in order to live for God? Jim also provides some advice for those who want to lead a small group or youth ministry as Christian case makers.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner answers listener email related to the following questions: "Are we falling into moral relativism if we choose to commit a lesser sin to avoid a greater sin?" "Can moral truths originate in the heart of man or does moral truth require a transcendent God?" "Is it fair for God to save a murderer in the last moments of his life, yet let a child who has never heard of Jesus go to hell?" "Isn't it true that Christians are just a bunch of hypocrites?"

In this blast from the past, J. Warner interviews Frank Viola and they talk about Frank's book, "Reimagining Church". Frank has written this book as a follow-up to his controversial, "Pagan Christianity". He offers some concrete direction for those of us who would like our church experience to more closely resemble the first century Church.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner reviews the FLDS view of polygamy, reads some listener email, answers questions about the need for apologetics, the age of the earth, and the archeological evidence for Moses and the Exodus narrative.

In this podcast, J. Warner is interviewed by Dr. Ben Edwards on the You're the Cure Radio Show. Dr. Edwards believes that four pillars undergird well-being, one of which is "peace". Dr. Ben and J. Warner discuss the differences in a naturalistic versus a supernatural worldview. This is a cause for much of the doubt in peoples' minds. J. Warner helps explain why this isn't as far-fetched as it may seem. He explains how abductive reasoning and explaining things beyond reason/possible doubt can help one wrestle with the unanswered doubts in their minds. He used his detective skills to go through 6 atheistic explanations for rejecting Jesus's story and found they weren't reasonable. Please visit Dr. Ben's website to listen to more of his radio shows.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the difference between 'evidence' and 'proof' and responds to listener email about the statistical probability argument and the importance of apologetics in the Christian life.

In this podcast, J. Warner is interviewed by Aaron from the Dad in the Trenches Podcast and discusses the role that evidence and apologetics can play in establishing our responsibility as fathers. For more GREAT podcasts and blog posts, please visit Aaron's website and subscribe to his podcast.

In this episode of Incarnate Investigation, Jimmy Wallace (J. Warner's son) taps into his experience as a police officer and pastor's kid (PK) to discuss the relationship between action and passion. Can you restore your Christian passion by simply developing a more interactive faith? Incarnate Investigation podcasts will be featured occasionally as part of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast collection.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the unique nature of the Christian worldview. What is the nature of "true faith"? Is it wrong to want evidence to support the claims of Christianity? Is my faith "weak" because it demands rationality and evidential support? In this podcast, Jim examines the Biblical model of faith. It may surprise you to hear what the Bible has to say about "faith". Also, Jim takes some time to respond evidentially to a common objection of atheists (the idea that the Christian God supports slavery).

In this podcast, J. Warner is interviewed by the hosts of the Centre for Public Christianity Podcast and tackles the question: why are we all so obsessed with crime stories? Along the way, J. Warner also lays out the case for Christianity. You can visit the Centre for Public Christianity at their website (www.publicchristianity.org).

In this blast from the past, J. Warner describes the nature of "Responsive Christianity". Why do some of us call ourselves "Evangelical Christians"? Is evangelism an important part of what it means to be a Christian? Are all of us called to be evangelists? What if we aren't gifted in that way? What role should "apologetics" play in the life of the Christian? Must we all be "apologists" if we want to call ourselves "Christians"? Why should we adopt a new definition and become "Responsive Christians"?

In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner joins Bill Arnold on Faith Radio to talk about the miraculous nature of the virgin conception. Does the virgin conception of Jesus add just another unreasonable feature to the story of Jesus? What do we even mean when we use this term? J. Warner also answers several listener questions. Be sure to subscribe to Bill's excellent podcast.

In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner joins Bill Arnold on Faith Radio to respond to listener questions. How do we present the Gospel to people who are dying of a terminal disease? Can we make a decision for Jesus even though we have big, unanswered questions? Why does the Bible seem to condone slavery? What did early Christians believe about hell? What does it mean to "trust" the Gospel? Is Christianity "anti-science"? Be sure to subscribe to Bill's excellent podcast.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the ways believers have traditionally viewed "end times". What's the difference between Pre-Millenialism, Post-Millenialism and A-Millenialism? Is only one of these views the orthodox view that we, as Christians, can accept and still call ourselves "Christians"? How do these views about the "end" inform the way we are living today?

In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner is interviewed by Leah Chapman of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. They discuss strategies for reaching young people with the gospel and the challenges facing youth pastors, parents and Christian teachers. How does technology impact the young culture and how can we leverage the technology for Jesus? Be sure to visit Leah's website at www.apologeticssimplified.com.

In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the nature of Jesus. Was Jesus just a man? Was he a good teacher or a prophet? Did He have supernatural powers? Was he God Himself? What do other faith systems believe about the nature of Jesus, and what must we believe about Jesus in order to call ourselves Christians?

In this episode of the podcast J. Warner Wallace talks with Cissie Graham Lynch about the nature and importance of truth, and why it's important for us to have practical tools to be able to give a reason about our faith. Be sure to subscribe to Cissie's excellent podcast, Fearless with Cissie Craham Lynch.

In this episode of Incarnate Investigation, Jimmy Wallace (J. Warner's son) taps into his experience as a police officer and pastor's kid (PK) to discuss the importance of training young believers. Jimmy draws on his experience serving and learning in the church to describe the importance of raising the bar for young people. Incarnate Investigation podcasts will be featured occasionally as part of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast collection.

In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner discusses the difference between "social justice" and "Biblical justice". This program was recorded when J. Warner guest hosted the Cross Examined Radio Show and answered a listener email about the nature of "social justice". What is the definition of this term and how do people typically interpret it? Is social justice commanded in the Jewish and Christian scriptures? Is there a difference between "social justice" and "biblical justice"? If so, how do these two terms differ and how are we, as Christians supposed to respond in this area? J. Warner delineates the differences using an investigative template. Be sure to subscribe to the CrossExamined Podcast.

In this episode of the podcast, J. Warner joins Bill Arnold on Faith Radio to talk about a brief overview of the evidence for Christianity before describing why it's so important to move away from personal experience when describing Christianity to others. J. Warner also answers listeners questions. Be sure to subscribe to Bill's excellent podcast.

In this podcast, J. Warner joins Stand to Reason's Amy Hall to answer questions in an episode of #STRAsk. Is it wrong to call Mormon missionaries "elders"? Is it a good or bad idea to have an atheist come speak to a youth group? How should I respond if, when I ask an atheist if he thinks God exists, he says, "Which God?" How can we know whether or not life catastrophes are punishments as they often were in the Old Testament? Be sure to subscribe to Stand to Reason's great lineup of podcasts.

In this episode of Incarnate Investigation, Jimmy Wallace (J. Warner's son) taps into his experience as a police officer to discuss our inclination to minimize the sin in our lives, especially when we compare ourselves with others. Incarnate Investigation podcasts will be featured occasionally as part of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast collection.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "You Can't Trust the Bible Because It Was Written by Humans." Is Christian scripture limited and flawed due to the fact it was written by Christians? Does this truth explain the apparent existence of "contradictions" in the Bible? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "There are No Objective Moral Truths." Are moral truths entirely subjective? Are they simply rooted in personal opinions or cultural consensus? If there are objective moral truths, how can they be properly "grounded"? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of Incarnate Investigation, Jimmy Wallace (J. Warner's son) taps into his experience as a police officer to discuss our inclination to identify ourselves with our work. Why is there a danger in trying to identify with temporal success and position? How can we combat that inclination? Incarnate Investigation podcasts will be featured occasionally as part of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast collection.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "Moral Truths Are a Product of Culture." Are moral truths subjective? Are they decided by cultures and groups? Do we need God o ground objective moral truths? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "There is No Evidence for God's Existence." How can we possibly make an affirmative case for the existence of God? Can we use an evidential approach, and if so, how would we approach this task? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "You're Only a Christian Because You Were Raised in a Christian Culture." Do Christians in America (or any Christian culture) believe what we believe simply because we were raised that way? Is this true of all religious believers? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "There is No Such Thing as Sin." Isn't the concept of "sin" simply a matter of opinion? Why should I accept what Christianity says about "sin"? Isn't "sin" just a notion leveraged by Christians to justify their need for a Savior? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "Truth Cannot Be Known with Any Certainty." Even if some claims are objectively true, how can we be sure – given our limited ability as finite humans – we can know the truth with any certainty? Isn't it arrogant to claim you know something is true, to the exclusion of all other views and opinions? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "Earth is Just a Pale Blue Dot in a Huge Hostile Universe." If the earth was specially designed by God, why does it appear to be so unimportant in the universe? Why is it surrounded by a universe that appears to be randomly hostile? If God cared so much about Earth, why wouldn't appear to be more important in the grander scale of the cosmos? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.

In this episode of Incarnate Investigation, Jimmy Wallace (J. Warner's son) taps into his experience as a police officer to discuss our inclination to view the world through our temporal, finite experience. Why do we struggle in the moment as Christians when we know we've been promised eternity? Incarnate Investigation podcasts will be featured occasionally as part of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast collection.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner offers a number of brief, rhetorically powerful responses to the objection: "Being a Good Person is All That Really Matters." Doesn't God care more about your behavior than your religious beliefs? Why should anyone believe that God wouldn't simply honor good behavior instead of religious conviction? These Quick Shot responses are designed to help you remove intellectual obstacles when talking about God with your friends and family members. They are also available on the Cold-Case Christianity Phone App so you can access them as you are interacting with others.