The Search Podcast - Discussing Life's Big Questions: Recent Episodes
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There comes a time in everyone's life where they are faced with answering life's big questions. Addressing these questions is no small task. It requires discipline, a wide range of knowledge and the ability to organize and assimilate those details into a working answer. The Search Podcast takes the big questions of Life, God, Faith and Meaning and examines them from a variety of vantage points including: science, history, philosophy/logic, literary criticism and more in hopes of providing new ways of thinking through those questions as you seek to find your answers.
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"Questions From the Field" seem to be a fan favorite! To finish off another awesome season of the Search podcast, join us as Nick Manos and David Morgan from Search Dallas help us answer some "Big" questions.
PS - There will be another short episode posted next week that will explain the future of the Search Podcast. We are so excited to make this announcement! Thank you SO much for your support!
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There are only 2 episodes left in the season! However, we have some news coming soon that we are beyond excited to announce. Until then, join us as Rick Mumford from Search Kansas City talks about the importance of Christmas. You don't want to miss this one!
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Join us as Dr. Mel Cure from Search Collin County and Josh Horton from Search Fort Worth discuss church hurt. This is a very prevalent subject in the world we live in. Perhaps this is something you have even experienced yourself.
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Join us as Brian Devries from Search Minneapolis discusses the multiverse and the existence of God. You don't want to miss this unique episode!
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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, join us as Will Acker from Search Knoxville shares some of his life story and what being "grateful" personally means to him.
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Join us as our guest, Lamar Smith, shares an impactful story from his life and what he has learned from it all.
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We are shaking it up a bit. Join us as Josh Horton from Search Fort Worth talks about Aliens. If they are real... do they effect Christianity in anyway?
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The World Religion Series is coming to an end! Join us as Don Barkley from Search Orange County talks about Islam.
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The World Religion Series is continued! Join us as Don Barkley from Search Orange County talks about Judaism.
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The World Religion Series is here! Join us as Don Barkley from Search Orange County talks about Mormonism.
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Have you ever wondered if the Bible has any errors? Perhaps you've been in conversation with somebody who thinks it does. Join us as Dr. Mel Cure from Search Collin County helps answer a much debated question, "Does the Bible have Errors?"
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Dr. Greg Joiner and Dave Wilson join us from Search Nashville and well, have a conversation! They unpack how to have conversations with our friends who don't share similair convictions.
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Search has a new book out! Are you looking to be equipped in better ways to share the Gospel? Join us as Dr. Hopper speaks on the release of his book, Giving Jesus Away!
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Bailey Greenlees from the Search Home Office joins us and talks a little bit of her life story while sharing a few things she has learned along the away.
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Welcome back to a new season of the podcast! Season 7 starts off with a bang as Don Barkley from Search Orange County helps us anwser the question, "Can I Believe
All Things?"
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The end of Season 6 is here! Bill Kraftson and Josh Horton from Search Fort Worth are in the studio today to give quick answers to some hard-hitting questions.
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Bill Finley from Search Raleigh is in the studio with Blaine to talk about this topic: "Is God disappointed by my doubts and questions?"
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From Fort Worth, TX, Cee Yager joins Blaine in the studio to share his faith story.
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Betty Kilpatrick joins Blaine in this episode to discuss the difference between shame and guilt and how it affects us.
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David Morgan and Nick Manos of Search Dallas join Blaine to discuss whether or not we have to earn our way to Heaven.
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Nick Manos and David Morgan from Search Dallas join Blaine to tackle the intriguing question, 'How bad is too bad?'. Have you ever wondered how to please God?
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Don Barkley and Blaine discuss the impact of Jesus Christ and what makes him exceptional.
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John Hopper joins Blaine in this special Easter episode to discuss why we should celebrate Easter.
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Warren Holland joins Blaine this week to talk about his life-changing experience during an almost plane crash. Warren is from Charlotte, North Carolina and lived through the Miracle on the Hudson.
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Don Barkley of Search Orange County and Blaine discuss psychedelic drugs and if they are a pathway to God. They unpack the claim that psychedelic drugs are a way to get closer to God.
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In this last episode of the mini-series 'Evidence From Israel,' we get to hear a recording of a conversation between John Hopper and Shai. Shai is one of the best tour guides in Israel and shares archaeological findings that support the historicity of the Bible.
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Don Barkley and John Hopper continue their conversation with Blaine this week as they journey through historical and Biblical sites in Israel.
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John Hopper and Don Barkley join Blaine today for part 1 of a 3-part mini-series called 'Evidence From Israel'. They'll cover the evidence from the land of Israel that shows the reliability of the Bible.
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Blaine is joined by Matt Merletti from Raleigh, North Carolina to have a conversation about his journey.
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Blaine and Greg Joiner of Search Nashville are just in time for Valentine's Day! They are discussing the topic of love and what it would look like to dive into 'agape' love.
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Dave Wilson of Search Nashville joins Blaine today as we launch Season 6! They discuss what life looks like when you follow the teachings of Jesus.
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The end of Season 5 is here and we are answering questions from the field! Dave Wilson and Greg Joiner of Search Nashville join Blaine today to answer some hard hitting questions.
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For this Christmas episode, we have Don Barkley of Search Orange County joining Blaine to discuss the mystery of how Jesus can be both God and man.
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Matt Burkett of Search Greensboro, NC joins Blaine on the podcast episode today. He shares his story and journey with Christianity.
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Mel Cure of Search Collin County joins Blaine on the podcast today to discuss why there are so many denominations within Christianity. If Christians can't agree on what they believe, why should people take a look at Christianity?
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On today's episode Blaine interviews Adam Burke from Katy, Texas. Adam shares his story and his personal experience with religion.
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This is a Classic episode where Bill Finley of Search Raleigh joins Blaine for a special Thanksgiving conversation. Blaine and Bill look into what the Bible says about giving thanks. We hope this episode encourages you!
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Camden Barkley. Camden is the son of Don Barkley, from Search Orange County. They discuss Camden's story, his spiritual journey, and where they share common ground.
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Don Barkley from Search Orange County. They discuss whether near-death experiences are valid evidence of life after death. Blaine and Don discuss a few of the more well-documented cases which lend credibility to the idea that consciousness continues after physical death.
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Cole and Lindsey Hicks. They share the story of their son Walker, who one year ago was involved in a tragic accident. On the heels of our mini-series about the problem of evil and suffering, the Hicks’ story provides a real-life example of how God can show up in the midst of very difficult situation.
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Dr. John Hopper (author of Questioning God?)to discuss the problem of evil and suffering in the world. The presence of evil in the world is a top reason many people reject belief in the Christian God. On part three of this miniseries, Blaine and John discuss key questions that didn’t fit neatly into the first two episodes.
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Dr. John Hopper (author of Questioning God?) to discuss the problem of evil and suffering in the world. The presence of evil in the world is a top reason many people reject belief in the Christian God. On part two of this miniseries, Blaine and John talk about the reasons that God might have for allowing evil and suffering.
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On today’s episode, Blaine is joined by Dr. John Hopper (author of Questioning God?) to discuss the problem of evil and suffering in the world. The presence of evil in the world is a top reason many people reject belief in the Christian God. On part one of this miniseries, Blaine and John lay a foundation for having a meaningful dialogue about this topic. Over the next three weeks, they aim to provide reasons for belief in the God of the bible in light of this difficult objection.
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Today on the podcast Blaine sits down with Mary Jo Sharp, author of “Why I Still Believe” and Assistant Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University. They explore her fascinating life story, which includes a spiritual transformation from atheist to Christian.
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On this episode, Blaine sits down with Don Barkley (Search Orange County Area Director) to discuss the text of the bible. He shares how scholars discover the original wording of the New Testament through a process called textual criticism. If you have ever thought that there is no way to know what the biblical authors originally wrote, check out this episode for some surprising answers!
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On today’s episode of The Search Podcast Blaine sits down with Rick Mumford, Search Kansas City Area Director. Rick shares about an unexpected tragedy and how he has dealt with it in light of his relationship with God. If you have wondered about how there can be a good and loving God when the world seems so evil and unjust, Rick’s story is one you need to hear.
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On this episode Blaine and Don Barkley (Search Orange County) discuss the origin of the books in the bible. Who decided which books were to be included and why? Listen in to find out how the best-selling book in the world was compiled.
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We're excited to take your questions in this podcast and share our honest thoughts and responses! Don Barkley of Search Orange County joins Blaine today to answer your questions.
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In this episode, Josh Horton interviews Blaine Larsen as a guest! Blaine shares about his unique story and background. Learn more about our podcast host in this interesting conversation.
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On the podcast today we hear from Dr. Mark Woolf, from Fort Worth, Texas. He shares about what God has done to change his life. We hope this podcast would be a real life example that is helpful to you.
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Dr.Mel Cure from Search Collin County joins us on the podcast today. Mel and Blaine unpack how God impacted the Apostle Paul's life.
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In this episode Blaine interviews our special guest Brian Woods. Brian is a Business Systems Analyst from Houston, TX. Brian and Blaine have a fascinating conversation around their differing views about faith. We think this conversation will be thought provoking and interesting for any listener!
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In this episode, Blaine interviews Lamar Smith. Lamar was a highly decorated Air Force Special Forces Attack & Rescue Pilot, who received multiple medals for gallantry and heroism.
Later on in life he became CEO of a registered investment advisory firm. We believe you will find his story fascinating!
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Josh Horton, of Search Fort Worth, joins Blaine today for an Easter episode. They discuss 4 big misconceptions surrounding the resurrection. We think you'll find this episode valuable!
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Don Barkley of Search Orange County joins us again this week to unpack a one of the most common questions: If God is in control, do we really have free will? This episode is sure to be interesting.
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This week we have the privilege of hearing from Don Pooley. Don is an American Professional golfer and has won tournaments in both the PGA tour and the Champions tour. He turned Pro in 1973. He is best known for his million dollar hole-in-one.
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John Hopper from Search Houston joins Blaine to discuss the heart of God, Hell, and what to do about it. Listen in for a discussion about one of life's big questions.
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We are excited to have Bruce Matthews join us on the podcast today! Bruce is on staff with Search in Houston, TX and was an NFL offensive lineman for 19 seasons. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007.
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Join us for our last episode of a three-part miniseries called "The Story of the Bible". We are joined by Dr.Glenn Kreider of Dallas Theological Seminary as we unfold all there is to learn.
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Join us for episode two of a three-part miniseries called "The Story of the Bible". We are joined by Dr.Glenn Kreider of Dallas Theological Seminary as we unfold all there is to learn.
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In this special 3 part mini-series we get to hear from Dr. Glenn Kreider of Dallas Theological Seminary on "The Story of the Bible". This first episode dives into why the story of the Bible is important and worth looking into.
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Don Barkley of Search Orange County joins Blaine to discuss the purpose of life. We often aren't aware of how frequently we are looking for purpose in our lives. This episode is sure to be intriguing!
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Today we have a very special guest, Will Northern. Will is involved with Search in Fort Worth, TX. Will and Blaine have a fascinating conversation over coffee around their differing world views. We think this conversation will be thought provoking and interesting for any listener!
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Thanks to all our listeners for another great season. We'll be back soon with Season 4. Please keep in touch, share with your friends wrestling with the big questions and email us if there is anything you'd like us to cover: podcast@searchnational.org
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We're excited to take your questions in this podcast and share our honest thoughts and responses! Dr.John Hopper of Search Houston is joining Blaine today to answer your questions.
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In this special Christmas Episode Blaine talks with Steve Gardner of Search Charlotte. Blaine and Steve talk about what's happening in the Christmas story and why we should be thinking about Jesus.
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Today Blaine has the privilege to interview David Wilson of Search Nashville. Dave has an amazing story full of interesting experiences. Listen in as we dive into Dave's history and life.
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Today we have a very special guest, Mike Webb. Mike lives in Minnesota and is the owner of Dunn Brothers Coffee and the former mayor of Carver, MN. Mike and Blaine have a fascinating conversation around their differing world views. We think this conversation will be thought provoking and interesting for any listener!
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On this special Bonus Episode we get to hear from Dr.John Hopper of Search Houston. John is the author of our new book "Questioning God?: Answers to Questions Worth Asking" and we get to hear about the whole process behind writing the book.
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Don Barkley from Search Orange County joins us on the podcast this week to dive into a great topic: Why do Christian's believe that the Bible is without error? If you've ever wondered about this topic, listen in.
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Bill Finley of Search Raleigh joins Blaine today for a special Thanksgiving episode. Blaine and Bill look into what the Bible says about giving thanks. We hope this episode encourages you!
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This episode is the last week of our mini-series: 'Who is God?'. Dr.Glenn Kreider joins us again to talk about what God is really like. We spend most of our time unpacking Exodus 34 and all the various attributes of God shown in that passage.
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Join us for the second episode in our 3 part mini-series called 'Who is God?'. Dr.Glenn Kreider is with us again today to help us understand God as trinity and why it's important. This may be the hardest thing to wrap our minds around as Christians! We think this episode will be thought provoking!
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In this special 3 part mini- series we get to hear from Dr.Glenn Kreider from Dallas Theological Seminary on the topic 'Who is God?". This week's episode focuses on how we know anything about God.
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Today we have a very special guest, Tony Guilder. Tony is from England and now resides in California. Tony and Blaine have a fascinating conversation around their differing world views. We think this conversation will be thought provoking and interesting for any listener!
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Today we are talking with Josh Horton from Search Fort Worth. This conversation is about the essential passage in John chapter 3. The story of Nicodemus is unique and super interesting. If you are interested in learning about Christianity, we think the book of John is a great place to start!
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On this episode we have the privilege of interviewing Nola Meyer. Nola is the Executive Vice President of Operations here at Search and she has an amazing story to tell. An interview like this is features people who have had radical encounters with God.
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Don Barkley of Search Orange County joins us this week to discuss the belief around Jesus being just a good moral teacher. Is Jesus considered to be God or just a man? Whether you grew up in a church setting or not we think you will find this episode thought provoking and interesting.
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Dr.Sean McDowell joins us today to discuss the intriguing question- did Jesus' apostles die for their faith? Sean is an associate professor in the Christian Apologetics program at the Talbot School fo Theology at Biola University. He's a popular speaker who travels throughout the United States and abroad speaking at churches, schools, and universities. He is the co-host of the Think Biblically podcast, which is one of the most popular podcasts on faith and cultural engagement. Sean has written, co-written, or edited more than 20 books and has a leading apologetics blog. He has a PHD in Apologetics and World View studies from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Masters degrees in Theology and Philosophy from Talbot School of Theology.
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This week, we chat with Doug, who has been involved with Search in Houston, TX. Doug talks about his upbringing, his career as a teacher, and what he believes about God and life. We discuss what faith means for Christians, the existence of a creator, and the difference between spirituality and religion.
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In this episode, Don Barkley of Search Orange County joins Blaine Larsen to discuss various different viewpoints and beliefs about evolution. If you’re checking out Christianity, we hope to give you some information in this conversation that would make your discovery of what you believe about God a little easier. You might not have all the answers to this large topic but, hopefully this information is helpful and surprising!
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Thanks to all our listeners for another great season. We'll be back this Fall with Season 3. Please keep in touch, share with your friends wrestling with the big questions and email us if there is anything you'd like us to cover: podcast@searchnational.org
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We’re excited to take your questions in this podcast and share our honest thoughts and responses! Answering your questions are Bill Kraftson and Josh Horton from Search Fort Worth.
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In the gospel of John, we read of Jesus interacting with a Samaritan woman. The story explains that both being a woman and a Samaritan at that time were seen as being a part of a lower social status compared to a male Jew. However, the conversation Jesus has and what he offers to the woman is both surprising and illuminating of his heart and mission for all people.
Helping us read and understand Jesus’s fascinating response is Graham Gooley of Search Greenville.
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Unfortunately, many of us have been hurt by people who call themselves Christians. Whether it was a betrayal, or being lied to, or feeling the hypocrisy, the pain of these experiences is undeniable. Given these facts, why would someone want to join a community of followers of Jesus or care about Jesus himself if his followers can be so hurtful?
Mel Cure of Search Collin County helpfully talks about this complex issue and offers some careful insight for this topic.
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Today, we take a slight break from our typical programming to listen to MLB Cy Young winning pitcher, Barry Zito's story of peak success, hitting rock bottom and what coming back looked like for him.
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The Bible portrays God as being all-loving, and this is perhaps best seen in the life and sacrificial death of Jesus, shown in verses like John 3:16 which speaks of God loving the world through sending His Son. But does it make sense to think of this loving God and also of people being in hell?
John Hopper of Search Houston sheds some light on this important discussion and unpacks the character of God as well as the nature of hell.
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| It doesn’t take long after starting to read the Bible that we learn of God creating humans “in his image.” What exactly does this mean and why did this perfect God create men and women in the first place?
Mel Cure of Search Collin County discusses what it means for us to be made in the image of God and the purpose, opportunities, and vision God created humans for.
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When we hear talk of “heaven,” most of us automatically picture what that experience or place will be like. Heaven is depicted in countless pieces of art, shows, movies, books, and religions. But what is heaven in the Christian perspective actually like?
To help us think through this discussion we bring in Don Barkley of Search Orange County. Don unpacks what the Bible says about heaven, common misconceptions, and what experiencing heaven is like.
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This week, we chat with Mike, who shares his story and background with Christianity. Mike talks about his past with the church, his personal experiences and growth, along with the ongoing questions he is wrestling with. We discuss how he currently believes in a higher power and hopes to narrow this belief as he passionately seeks the truth.
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Jesus is maybe the most well-known person in human history and could be the most influential. But what exactly is the big deal about this man who lived 2,000 years ago, who, as far as we know, had no great wealth, or army, or even a very long life?
John Hopper of Search Houston talks with us about who Jesus is and why his life, ministry, and teachings have had such a profound impact on the world even for today.
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Most of us have heard the story of Jonah being swallowed by a big fish and how he is stuck there for several days. But is this extraordinary story actually true? We look at the story of Jonah with Mike Donohue from Search Baltimore and its implications for the Bible’s credibility, what Jesus said on the matter, God and miracles in general, and more!
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Have you ever wondered what Christians mean when they talk about grace? In this episode, we unpack what grace is in the Christian worldview as well as what it looks like in the Bible through stories of God extending favor and gifts to humanity with Ken Schultz of Search Charlotte. Ken also discusses how grace relates to justice and mercy, some common misconceptions of grace, and what it means for us today.
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Christians make the bold claim that if Jesus has not risen from the dead to new life and power, then the entire worldview is useless and futile. But is the historical contention that Jesus rose bodily from the dead unique to Christianity? Or is this something the earliest followers borrowed from other religions?
We talk about this and more with Joel Housholder of Search Dallas and see what correlations are truly present.
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In this episode, we hear from Rodney who shares his experiences and transformation. Rodney’s story shows us God’s transformational grace, His power to redeem, and His constant pursuit. In this story we see someone who is willing to fully trust and show vulnerability which leads to profound realizations of God’s favor, love, and grace.
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Often, in contemporary culture, we will hear talk of what is “my truth” and how we should never offer reasonable critiques of other worldviews. But is this subjective, relativistic approach to life actually true, let alone livable? We discuss this topic with Mike Donohue of Search Baltimore, what implications it has, and whether or not it is internally consistent.
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In this episode we talk with Micah, a skeptic of God and Christianity who now considers himself an atheist. We discuss Micah’s story of moving away from Christianity, how he now views God and Jesus, the problem of evil and suffering, and much more.
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What do God, Jesus, and the Bible say about these incredibly difficult topics concerning slavery, genocide, and racism? Don Barkley of Search Orange County discusses these important and timely issues with us. We look at God’s grace and sacrificial love for all people, His desire for everyone’s salvation, and His heart for justice and fairness.
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What must we do to inherit eternal life and enter the kingdom of God? This is the notorious question a wealthy young ruler asked Jesus and a question which received a shocking response. We talk about what Jesus meant in his unique response as well as what this means for us today with Josh Horton of Search Fort Worth.
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Can we know what the objective meaning of the Bible is? How can we humbly approach what God communicated to us through the Old and New Testaments while also searching for what the author intended us to learn?
We discuss this and more with Mike Donohue of Search Baltimore who helps provide a framework in viewing these issues.
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The Search Podcast is returning for a thought-provoking second season. With some of the basics covered in season one, season two will expand on some of these ideas and dig a little deeper to get you thinking a little differently about some big questions. Have a listen and we look forward to being back with you in just a few short weeks.
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This is it....The Big Question...The one everything has built up to...Was the resurrection of Jesus a factual occurrence or was it the biggest hoax in history? All of the other topics covered are dependent on the answer to this one question.
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A very common question that pops up about the nature of salvation is how long it lasts. If you change your mind or have doubts, does your salvation go away? If you do better or worse after believing in Jesus, is it more or less secure?
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So we know that the way to Heaven is by Faith...but isn't that copout? You mean you can really be horrible your whole life and believe at the last minute and you are good to go? What's the point of living a moral life if all you have to do is just change your mind at the end?
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I'm better than most people. I try my best. That's enough...right? What does it actually take to get to heaven? Are there any real standards and how good is good enough...70%, 80% of the time?
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Mahatma Gandhi once put it like this: “I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.” If Christianity is true, then why are so many of them hypocrites? It's a great question we'll explore in today's episode.
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What about those that have never heard the "Good News?" Over the last couple of weeks, we've discussed if all religions believe the same thing and if, ultimately, they all lead to the same place. If Christianity is "the way," then what about those that haven't heard Christ's story? How does God handle that judgement situation?
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Don't all religions believe basically the same thing; they just come at it from different directions, right? In this episode, we reflect on not just the Christian answer, but that answer to that questions from a wide variety of different religions.
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Christianity, Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Judaism are all moral religions with teachings toward something greater...but are they all valid? What makes one more "right" than the other or all they all equal?
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If God exists, is good, and all powerful, then how can he allow all this suffering, pain and injustice in our world? It just doesn't make sense that a God that is love, can allow so many bad things to happen?
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Why do Christians think the Bible is from God? Don Barkley of Search in Orange County, takes a look at what gives the Bible it's actual authority of message and why that is an important foundational aspect of the Bible's reliability.
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Is what we read now in the Bible a true account of what actually happened? How do we account for the different accounts of the same story in different places in the Bible? How accurate was the reporting of events in the Bible and can we trust that what was said was really what happened?
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Is what we read now in the Bible what was actually written then? How much has it changed or been altered over time? Why does that matter? Don Barkley jumps into recently discovered historical artifacts and what they say about the accuracy and preserved authenticity of the Bible that we now read.
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Isn't Christianity just a book of allegories, fairy tales and parables about how to live a moral life? It isn't literally true...right? Dr. Greg Joiner applies literary criticism to the Bible to see if that criticism provides insight as to if the Bible is fiction or history.
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Christianity, if true, is of tremendous importance; if not true is of no importance. The only thing it cannot be is of moderate importance. Danie Swanepoel examines if Christianity is a very clever, high-level coping mechanism or if it is something more, that is real and the important implications of that determination.
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Have you ever stopped and observed a busy, urban intersection? Have you ever tried to figure out the rhythm, flow and pattern or the rules that dictate how that intersection is navigated? What does that have to do with miracles? Bill Kraftson of Search Fort Worth provides a new vantage point to challenge your view of the relationship between miracles and science.
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Does God Exist? Perhaps a better way of framing this conversation is by asking, "What If God Does Not Exist?"
Brian DeVries examines what a world and life would look with without a god or creator and what the consequences of that reality would mean. Is science in opposition to God or actually testimony that God exists?
Brian DeVries of Search Twin Cities, a trained engineer with an advanced degree in physics, takes a hard look at these questions.
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Absolutes fly in the face of modern thinking, where we create our own standards and beliefs about what is right and wrong. Absolute Truth is the idea that there is a standard of "rightness" that exists outside what we, as individuals create.
The questions are, are there absolutes, do they actually exist and why would they be important?
Brian DeVries of Search Twin Cities, a trained engineer takes a hard look at these questions.
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Is God an outdated concept? Is God even true or relevant? If He exists, isn't God boring? Isn't life without God more free without all the rules and restrictions? Dr. John Hopper of Search in Houston, Texas presents why wrestling with this question is one of the most important and relevant questions we can ask.
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This is one of the most fundamental if not THE most fundamental questions that determines almost all of how we view life. Does God exist? If there is a God and He exists, didn't someone need to create Him? Then who created that god and the one before? Trying to work your way through the existence of God can be maddening. Don Barkley gives us a framework to tackle this question.
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