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Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast

Greg Koukl
Christianity
Apologetics
God
Jesus
Christian Apologetics
Abortion
Morality
Jesus Christ
Israel
Atheism
Bible
Stand To Reason
Resurrection
Moral Argument
Theology
Prayer
Evolution
Salvation
New Covenant
Marriage

Our purpose is to help Christians think more clearly about their faith and to help them make an even-handed, incisive, yet gracious defense for classical Christianity. Released every Wednesday and Friday.

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Greg answers questions from callers about whether abortion is ever necessary to save the life of the mother, how to respond to someone who thinks Genesis 6:5–7 indicates that our Creator makes mistakes, and who the “gods” are that God presides over a... more

Greg examines a passage that’s often used to support the idea of generational curses, then he talks to a caller about whether the Nicene Creed indicates that we’re saved by baptism and how we can have an expectancy for Christ if there’s no rapture.

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Greg answers questions about how to help people understand that if there is no God then there’s no moral standard, a caller’s book idea, what “Christianity” means, Catholicism, the Holy Spirit’s pronoun, and how to respond when people ask how you’re ... more

Greg talks about how the phrase “word of God” is used in a surprising way in the book of Acts, then he responds to a caller’s questions and challenges regarding Greg’s claim that “God doesn’t try.”

 

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Recent Guests

Rebekah Humes
Staff at Stand to Reason and facilitator of Reality Conference breakout sessions on LDS theology
Stand to Reason
Episode: Is Abortion Morally Acceptable to Save the Life of the Mother?
Phoenix Hayes
Co-author of The War on Reality
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Episode: Interview: Frank Turek and Phoenix Hayes – The War on Reality
Frank Turek
Author of The War on Reality (co-author)
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Episode: Interview: Frank Turek and Phoenix Hayes – The War on Reality
Stephen Driscoll
Author of Made in Our Image, God, Artificial Intelligence, and You
Made in Our Image (book)
Episode: Interview: Stephen Driscoll – God, Artificial Intelligence, and You
Ed from the Bronx
Listener caller who raises questions about Catholic practices and necromancy
Episode: Inclusivism Gives People False Hope
Kenneth Coleman
Listener caller asking about converts vs. disciples and fruit in believers
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Episode: Inclusivism Gives People False Hope
Alan Shlemon
Chief apologist and longtime Stand to Reason colleague
Stand to Reason
Episode: Greg Announces Stand to Reason’s New President-Elect
Bob Farrell
Caller from Philadelphia asking about 1 Kings 22 lying spirit
Listener
Episode: How Could a Good God Send a Lying Spirit?
Scott Keith
Executive Director of 1517, co-host of Thinking Fellows Podcast, author
1517
Episode: Interview: Scott Keith – Being Family

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Greg Koukl
Host of Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast; guides conversations with apologetics perspectives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Helpful and Thoughtful

    The December episode on “We Can’t Both Be Christians” is a beneficial conversation for intentional, loving, and practical dialogue about the basis for Christianity and any religion, and in this case specifically the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Greg avoids disparaging other’s beliefs or straw manning to oversimplify—instead he uses primary sources, gives clear arguments, and walks through how only one group can be Christians based on what both groups believe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gospel Tech
    United States10 months ago
  • Such a help

    Greg does such a wonderful job answering all the questions that are brought to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HONEST_REVIEWS101
    United States10 months ago
  • Clear Thinking in a Winsome Fashion

    Greg and the whole team make amazing show. It is always clear thinking, challenging, and edifying for the christian and non-christian alike. In an era of noise and lots of podcast fights, this show always builds up, sharpens, and encourages listeners, even if you may not agree with everything said on the show. Thanks STR team for equipping the church.

    Grace and peace to you,

    A Marshwiggle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Marshwiggle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very helpful!

    I came across this after reading Greg’s book Tactics. A book that has helped me immensely to process conversations and communicate thoughts more clearly. That’s what this podcast does for me as well, but usually with a more targeted issues such as current events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkolPotato
    United Statesa year ago
  • David Wood

    David Wood killed his father and did time in prison?? Nabil only portrayed him as an amazing man of God. How spectacular!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cindybeebabe
    United Statesa year ago

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Long-running, ministry-focused content that equips Christians to engage non-believers.
Audience notes compassionate, respectful dialogue even when disagreements arise.
Many find tactics and Q&A format helpful for real-world conversations about faith.
Listeners praise clear, thoughtful explanations and practical, Bible-based reasoning.

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What Makes Morality Moral?
Q: What does Christianity mean?
Christianity refers to the beliefs about God, humanity, Jesus, the cross, and the resurrection held by the early followers of Jesus, with Catholics and Protestants sharing the core tenets but differing on some key doctrines like justification and tradition.
Can a True Christian Lose His Salvation?
Q: Who was Jesus addressing in the Great Commission—apostles or the broader church? Is the commissions primarily a corporate or individual mandate?
The host argues that the Great Commission was spoken to the disciples as believers, with a broader church application. Evangelism leads to discipleship, and the command to disciple all nations extends beyond the original apostles, applying to the body of Christ as a whole. The discussion emphasizes that evangelism is a prerequisite for discipleship and that the commission should be understood as applicable to individuals within the church, united in purpose.
Can a True Christian Lose His Salvation?
Q: Over the past year and a half, two years or so, you've had several callers ask if it's possible to lose salvation. Can you summarize the stance and the key biblical support?
The position presented emphasizes regeneration as an irreversible, God-willed act; if someone is truly regenerated, their future behavior may show sin, but true believers will not ultimately lose salvation. Texts like Hebrews 6 and Hebrews 10 are discussed, with explanations that mention the permanence of the new birth and the impossibility of reversing regeneration because it would require death of the regenerated self. The discussion also considers passages like 1 John and 1 Corinthians 5 to illustrate ongoing obedience as evidence of genuine faith rather than a forfeiture of salvation.
Is Abortion Morally Acceptable to Save the Life of the Mother?
Q: Elaine asks about the LDS concept of Jesus as divine and mortal and about a second chance after death; how is that framed in LDS theology and biblical comparison?
Rebekah explains that LDS uses different terminology for Jesus' nature and outlines how they view mortal progression and post-mlife opportunities, while Greg emphasizes the need to read sources in their proper theological contexts and compares Biblical claims about Jesus to LDS teachings to illustrate the differences.
There Is No Equal to Christianity as a Coherent Worldview
Q: How do we reconcile justification by faith with the idea of a future judgment for believers?
The host argues that justification by grace through faith remains the foundation, while subsequent judgments (the Bema) assess believers' works for rewards, not for salvation; thus there is harmony as salvation is secure, but rewards depend on how well one builds on that foundation.

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This show centers on Christian apologetics and practical theology, often pulled from listener questions and real-world scenarios. Episodes balance doctrinal exploration with accessible debate, covering topics like the nature of faith under doubt, whether God's voice is always audible, moral philosophy, biblical interpretation, and ecclesial practices. Prominent threads include rigorous scriptural reasoning, challenges to secular worldviews, and thoughtful engagement with difficult questions from callers, all framed to equip Christians to articulate their beliefs with clarity and charity. A standout aspect is the disciplined, evidence-focused approach to apologetics, combined with approachable, real-life application and periodic promo segmen... more

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