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The Sean McDowell Show

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Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. On this channel he tackles some of the biggest questions about God, morality, and contemporary culture. Visit www.seanmcdowell... more

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Image Comics
Episode: Rob Liefeld Grilled by Students and Christian Apologists
Gavin Ortlund
Protestant apologist and professor at Talbot School of Theology
Talbot School of Theology
Episode: 8 Reasons I am Not Roman Catholic | Gavin Ortlund
William Lane Craig
Christian philosopher, theologian, and defender of the Christian faith
Episode: Middle Schoolers Ask Dr. Craig Their 20 Toughest Questions
Jesse Oloski
Scientologist and Scientology auditor
Church of Scientology
Episode: What Happens When a Christian Apologist Sits Down with Two Scientologists?
Daniel Brubaker
Scholar specializing in corrections and early Qur'anic manuscripts
Episode: What Scholars Found in Early Qur’an Manuscripts May Surprise You
Thaddeus Williams
Theology professor at Biola University, author of Reflecting the Sun
Biola University
Episode: The 9 Blind Leaps of Atheism (Thaddeus Williams)
Michael Kruger
Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity, author on canon and Sola Scriptura
Reformed Theological Seminary / mis
Episode: The Case for Sola Scriptura You Probably Haven't Heard (Michael Kruger)
Belle Liu
A young apologist focused on evangelism, apologetics, and discipleship, with a personal testimony of gender/sexuality questions and Christian transformation
Belle Liu Ministries / Christ Underground (online school)
Episode: The Approach That’s Leading Muslims to Christ
Atreyah Ford
Guest asking questions and engaging in the discussion
Episode: Prisoners Ask Me About God, Suffering, and Forgiveness

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Sean McDowell
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 605 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    Whitaker
    a month ago
  • Excellent Biblical Teaching for Today

    I am a Xenniel (Gen X and Millennial cusp) and I have heard Sean speak for years. I have enjoyed what he presents for my children (who are all adults now) during that time. I really appreciate how relatable Sean is, how he shares the Word of God with people, and how he holds space for others’ ideas, questions, and concerns. Most people are afraid to have these discussions, but I enjoy them when approached from a place of mutual respect and curiosity. Thank you Sean for modeling this openness to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Greers2022-23
    United States2 months ago
  • Great interviews … but volume

    The content is great! The only problem I have is the volume of the ads. They do not come at pauses or breaks in the conversation, and the volume of the ads is sooo much louder than the interview that they feel like jump scares (which has not been ideal while I’m driving).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJF263
    United States3 months ago
  • Apologetic and Practical

    Love the apologetics on this show and also the practicality of it as well. The show is incredibly fair balanced, nuanced, and thoughtful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rev Manyara
    United States5 months ago
  • Exceptional

    One of the most engaging podcast’s out I listen to, providing intelligent insight and discussion on a broad range of topics from a Christian worldview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill W. B.
    United States7 months ago

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Thoughtful, balanced apologetics with practical takeaways for daily faith.
Consistently engaging with tough questions from a Christian worldview.
Disruptive ad breaks can disrupt the flow; otherwise high quality.
Guests bring depth and credibility across theology, philosophy, and science.

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Q: If God is outside of time, how can he act in a particular moment?
Craig says that if God acts at a particular moment, he has a temporal location. He rejects the idea that past, present, and future are merely illusions, and concludes that God has been in time since creation.
Middle Schoolers Ask Dr. Craig Their 20 Toughest Questions
Q: Why are you a Christian?
Craig says a high school classmate introduced him to the gospel, which he embraced after six months of soul-searching. He is also a Christian because he believes Christianity is true.
8 Reasons I am Not Roman Catholic | Gavin Ortlund
Q: What's the difference when it comes to justification, and why would you take the Protestant view?
Ortlund describes Protestant justification as God's legal declaration of righteousness received by faith, distinct from the subsequent transformation called sanctification. He says Catholic use of the term includes both ideas, and argues that the Catholic approach to confession can affect assurance of forgiveness.
8 Reasons I am Not Roman Catholic | Gavin Ortlund
Q: What would a Protestant position be on the Pope in terms of authority, and why would you differ with that position?
Ortlund sees the papacy as an office that developed through church history, arguing that papal supremacy and infallibility were not instituted by Jesus or established in the New Testament.
Rob Liefeld Grilled by Students and Christian Apologists
Q: What's your approach to approaching and creating media as a Christian? What does that look like? How do you navigate those waters?
Liefeld says artists can create stories with difficult or violent material without endorsing every character's actions. He considers the artist's purpose and heart, and says he gives God credit for his creative talent.

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