

The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast
J. Warner Wallace
The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast is hosted by J. Warner Wallace. J. Warner is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries.
The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.
The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 28min
Is Jesus a Copycat Savior?
Exploring the claim that Jesus is a copycat savior, the podcast addresses the parallels with mythological figures like Mithras. It debunks these comparisons by examining historical evidence and critiquing cherry-picking similarities. Emphasizing the importance of evaluating eyewitness accounts, the podcast challenges the notion of Jesus as a copied deity.

Jul 3, 2024 • 53min
Why I'm An Evidentialist
Exploring evidence in Christian apologetics, the podcast discusses the role of evidence in guiding beliefs and truth. It contrasts evidentialism and presuppositionalism in defending Christianity, emphasizing the importance of valid epistemology. The speaker delves into the credibility of Joseph and the impact of evidence on religious claims, while also highlighting the importance of effective case-making skills in apologetics.

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Jun 26, 2024 • 1h 1min
How to Be the Christian Case Maker You've Always Wanted to Be
Discover tips and strategies to become a successful Christian apologist in this podcast. From tracing the speaker's journey to sharing effective blogging techniques, learn how to make a compelling case for your faith. Explore tactics for promoting the Christian worldview online and starting a podcast with useful tools. Get insights on brand monitoring in Christian apologetics and defending your reputation with kindness and patience.

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Jun 19, 2024 • 47min
Good (and Bad) Reasons to Be a Christian
The podcast explores the reasons people have for being Christian, highlighting the importance of evidence and reasoning over tradition or fear. It discusses finding authority through scripture and emphasizes the role of objective truth in shaping beliefs. The speaker contrasts theistic and naturalistic worldviews and advocates for a more evidential approach to defending Christianity.

Jun 12, 2024 • 45min
Conversations About Heaven and the Soul
Frank Sontag and Janet Mefferd discuss heaven and the soul, debunking misconceptions about the afterlife. They emphasize the importance of biblical teachings over popular culture, exploring topics like the soul's journey after death and its significance in Christian theology.

Jun 5, 2024 • 47min
Why Creeds Are an Essential Characteristic of Christianity
In this podcast, J. Warner examines the historic, creedal nature of Christianity. Why are creeds so important to the Christian worldview? How early did they emerge? How can we affirm the creedal nature of Christianity in a pluralistic, relativistic culture? Jim investigates the early use of creeds and the continuing role creeds play in defining the Christian worldview.

May 29, 2024 • 54min
The Case for An Afterlife and the Biblical Description of Life After Death
The discussion kicks off with a look at dualism and the relationship between body and mind, raising deep questions about existence beyond the physical. The host examines scriptural authority alongside philosophical arguments for the afterlife, suggesting parallels between detective work and the evidence in the New Testament. The complexities of the soul and the promise of eternal fulfillment are explored, advocating for a transcendent existence. Finally, the insights into Christian beliefs reveal contrasting eternal destinies for believers and non-believers.

May 22, 2024 • 1h 8min
Church Planting, Apologetics and the Christian Culture
In this podcast, J. Warner chats with Peyton Jones and Pete Mitchell, the hosts of the Church Planter Podcast about the challenges of church planting, the nature of church in America today and the role of apologetics within the Christian community.

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May 15, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ways to Strengthen the Faith of Young Christians and Answer Skeptical Objections
J. Warner, a faith-strengthening expert, shares effective strategies to empower young believers. He discusses how parents can actively engage in their children's spiritual growth and counteract views that may label these efforts as mere indoctrination. Jim addresses critical skeptical objections stemming from the Easter season, including misconceptions about Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, enhancing the conversation about the importance of evidence in faith discussions. Together, they provide tools for guiding the next generation of Christians.

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May 8, 2024 • 59min
Responding to Hyper-Skepticism with Evidential Modesty
Exploring doubt, atheism, and unanswered prayers in Christianity. Addressing hyper-skepticism and evidential modesty in evaluating worldviews. Understanding prayer as communication with God and reflecting on life through the lens of eternity.


