Truth Changes Everything

Titus Kennedy, archaeologist and author who has excavated worldwide, connects artifacts to biblical figures. He discusses how archaeology clarifies historical context, key finds that shifted scholarly views on David and others, nonbiblical attestations to Jesus, and what the field can and cannot prove about the Bible.

Rebecca McLaughlin, author and theologian with a PhD in Renaissance literature, explores the links between worship, community, and wellbeing. She discusses research connecting regular worship to happiness, health, and longevity. Conversation hits decline in attendance, why church can uniquely foster belonging through ritual and intergenerational ties, and how families and young people are affected.

Timothy Paul Jones, professor of Christian apologetics and pastor who has written on the Bible and church history, walks through five distinct ways to defend Christianity. He compares classical, evidential, presuppositional, cultural, and ecclesial approaches. Short, practical stories and historical examples show how to choose the right method for different conversations.

Paul Copan, theologian, philosopher, and author known for tackling hard biblical questions. He outlines four Christian views on war and why believers disagree. He traces Christianity’s historical shaping of just war ideas and applies those principles to policing, national security, and nontraditional threats. He weighs WWII and moral paradoxes of fighting versus resisting unjust orders.

Neil Shenvi, apologist and author with a Ph.D. and scientific research background, critiques critical theory and contemporary cultural trends. He defines wokeness and how it spreads through norms and institutions. He outlines conversational strategies, parenting and workplace approaches, and the role of the gospel in resisting ideological pressures.

Welcome to the Truth Changes Everything podcast! Today, we're taking a slightly different turn—we're talking about the Colson Center Fellows Program, a rigorous, faith‑shaping program that equips Christians to think deeply, live faithfully, and engage culture thoughtfully. The Fellows Program is designed to help participants develop a biblical worldview, wrestle with big questions about life, faith, and society, and then take that learning into their families, communities, and workplaces. Today, we're thrilled to be joined by a few graduates of the program. They'll share what they've learned, how it's shaped their parenting, mentoring, and leadership, and how they've applied those lessons in real life. Whether you're a parent, mentor, or just someone curious about growing in your faith and thinking biblically about the world, this conversation is packed with insight. Let's welcome our guests, Kimberly Ford and Kelly McMullin, and dive in! Please send us your feedback and questions to: podcast@summit.org

John Stonestreet, president of the Colson Center and longtime Summit faculty, helps students think biblically and defend truth. He talks about shaping young leaders, tackling identity questions facing today’s culture, the power of in-person mentors, and why worldview training and apologetics still matter. Short, candid conversation about forming servants and culture-makers.

Today, we're talking about something every follower of Jesus should consider carefully—influence. Whether we notice it or not, we're constantly shaping the people around us. But what does Christlike influence actually look like, and how do we steward it well? We'll explore how faith reframes our understanding of persuasion, leadership, and everyday impact—and why influence becomes most powerful when it flows "from above." My guest today is Brian Ahearn. Brian is the Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE and a faculty member at the Cialdini Institute. He's an international speaker, coach, and consultant, and one of only a dozen people worldwide to hold the Cialdini Method Certified Trainer designation, as well as the Pre-suasion Trainer certification. He's written four books on influence, including Influence PEOPLE, named one of the Top 100 Influence Books of All Time. His LinkedIn courses have reached more than 800,000 learners, and his TEDx Talk on pre-suasion has surpassed one million views. Please send us your feedback and questions to: podcast@summit.org.

Corey Miller, pastor, former philosophy professor and president/CEO of Ratio Christi, discusses how universities shifted from pursuit of truth to ideological training. He traces postmodern and critical theory influences, campus conflicts and legal fights, the rise of cancel culture and DEI language, and practical steps for Christians to reengage and reclaim institutions.

Do you ever wonder if Jesus really claimed to be God? Maybe you've heard people say, "Jesus never said he was God," or you've been asked, "Why believe Jesus is divine if he never claimed it?" These questions don't just come from skeptics outside the church—they show up in church, too. Even if you're not coming from a place of doubt, you might still wonder how well what we're taught about Jesus matches up with what he actually said. So, did the historical Jesus really claim to be divine? That's what today's discussion is all about. Today we're honored to have on Dr. Mikel Del Rosario. Mikel is a professor of Bible and theology at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. He has coauthored 31 journal articles on apologetics and cultural engagement in Bibliotheca Sacra alongside his mentor, Darrell L. Bock. A member of the Evangelical Theological Society, Del Rosario hosts The Apologetics Guy Show, a podcast on YouTube and the Christianity Today Network, and previously hosted Dallas Theological Seminary's cultural engagement podcast, The Table. He lives in Chicago with his wife, where he enjoys teaching, writing, and engaging with culture. Please send us your feedback and questions to: podcast@summit.org