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The Sean McDowell Show

The Sean McDowell Show
Christianity
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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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God sent an angel to break Peter out of prison. But one chapter earlier, He let James be executed. Same God, same church, same prayers. Why rescue one apostle and not the other? In this message, I work through Acts 12 and the question underneath it: ... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Rinzler
Acknowledge as an invited guest; atheist perspective on suffering and evil
Episode: Does Evil Actually Prove God Exists? | Christian vs. Atheist Dialogue
Randy Kay
Author of Heaven Encounters, researcher of Christian NDEs
Heaven Encounters (book)
Episode: The Most Compelling Heaven Testimonies Ever Collected? | Skeptic Investigates 140 NDEs
Clint Arnold
Dean Emeritus, Talbot School of Theology; expert on spiritual warfare
Biola University / Talbot School of Theology
Episode: Is Michael Heiser's Unseen Realm the Best Way to Read the Bible?
Alan Hultberg
Talbot New Testament Professor who specializes in the Book of Revelation
Talbot School of Theology, Biola University
Episode: The Rapture: What Is It and When Will It Happen?
Jeff Morgan
Street evangelist who grew up secular Jewish, later followed Jesus
Independent minister/evangelist
Episode: 10 Prophecies That Convinced a Jewish Man Jesus Is the Messiah
Carl Trueman
Christian thinker and author of The Desecration of Man
The Desecration of Man (Book)
Episode: The Most Dangerous Idea Destroying Humanity Right Now
La Nej Garrison
Guest discussing her life story
Educator; Chaplain at private Christian school
Episode: My Mom, Billie Jean & Michael Jackson’s Stalker | The Untold Story
Josh Brown
Neuroscientist, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Indiana University
Episode: Can You Prove a Miracle? A Neuroscientist Says "Yes
Greg Gansel
Philosopher, teacher; invited guest on the show
Philosopher; Biola University (implied)
Episode: Responding to Questions on Fine-Tuning and Intelligent Design (w/ Jay Richards)

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Sean McDowell
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 573 ratings
  • 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 States3 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 States4 months ago
  • Why watch tv when reality is so fascinating

    I love the thought provoking topics and how they challenge my cultural paradigm

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MollyPastor’sWife
    United States5 months ago
  • Commercials

    I love this podcast and find it challenging and inspiring. Just the types of discussions a thinking Christian wants to hear. I do have one BIG complaint, though.

    Please change the way you insert the commercial into the discussion. It is very disruptive and distracting when they pop up in the middle of a discussion, sentence, and thought. They are also some questionable Christian ethics about the sponsors. They are LOUD and jarring.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Maureen T1
    United States7 months ago
  • Truth in a Confused Age

    I’m edified & equipped with every listen! I love the guest speakers and the topics. I’m so thankful for each voice in this age!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heathe1
    United States8 months ago

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The Most Compelling Heaven Testimonies Ever Collected? | Skeptic Investigates 140 NDEs
Q: How do you determine if a story is genuine or fabricated?
The team uses a multi-criteria validation: faith alignment with Jesus, optional medical records or corroborative hospital data, motivation for sharing, pattern consistency across stories, and overall credibility of the narrator.
The Most Compelling Heaven Testimonies Ever Collected? | Skeptic Investigates 140 NDEs
Q: What kind of near-death experience did you have?
He describes seven blood clots and septic shock that led to temporary clinical death and a profound encounter with Jesus during a light-based vision, followed by a life review.
The Rapture: What Is It and When Will It Happen?
Q: What are the main eschatological views discussed, and how do they differ?
The main views are pre-tribulation (rapture before the tribulation and the church's removal from earth), pre-wrath (rapture before the wrath but during the tribulation), and post-tribulation (rapture at the time of Christ's second coming, with no significant gap).
The Rapture: What Is It and When Will It Happen?
Q: What is the rapture, and how is it defined biblically?
The rapture is understood as the catching up of living and resurrected believers to meet Christ in the clouds at his return, drawing on 1 Thessalonians 4 and related passages, though the exact timing and sequence are debated across views.
Does Evil Actually Prove God Exists? | Christian vs. Atheist Dialogue
Q: What is the purpose of life for an atheist?
The guest argues that there may be no inherent purpose; individuals can create their own purpose and decide how to live within the boundaries of reality and evolution.

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What is The Sean McDowell Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A faith-forward interview series exploring the intersection of Christianity with science, philosophy, and contemporary culture. Dialogues frequently center on apologetics, cosmology, moral philosophy, and biblical interpretation, often featuring guests from Biola University, allied apologetics institutions, and thinkers in science and philosophy. Notable strengths include rigorous but accessible discussions of complex topics (from miracles and healing to fine-tuning and cosmology) and a willingness to challenge objections with careful reasoning. A standout aspect is the mix of scholars, scientists, and public-facing apologists who bring both personal testimony and rigorous argument to bear, making it helpful for listeners seeking thoughtful... more

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