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Challenging Conversations

Challenging Conversations

Do you struggle with knowing what to say and how to say it when a controversial topic arises? “Challenging Conversations,” hosted by best-selling author and worldview expert Jason Jimenez, is a conversational podcast designed to help Christians overcome their fears and learn to engage people of a different view or belief system respectfully. You will gain insight as Jason and his guests get into deep conversations about the Christian faith and discuss how Christians ought to be defending the gospel as they speak the truth in love to those around them.

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  • Challenging Conversations Are Faith and Science at Odds? Play in Edifi Player

    Are Faith and Science at Odds?

    Throughout history, science and religion have often been framed as adversaries locked in an enduring conflict. This portrayal implies that believing in God necessitates a rejection of rational thinking, setting it against the principles of scientific inquiry. Is that really true? Is the Christian faith simply blind allegiance to what we cannot know? In this episode, we will explore how faith and science can coexist and even enhance each other despite operating in distinct realms.

  • Challenging Conversations "Christ is King": A Slogan, a Statement or a Subtle Slur? Play in Edifi Player

    "Christ is King": A Slogan, a Statement or a Subtle Slur?

    Are you aware that there is a firestorm of controversy going around the internet saying the use of a certain phrase is considered antisemitic? In this episode of Challenging Conversations, we will explore a contentious issue that is making headlines and causing divisions across the nation. It concerns the phrase, “Christ is king.”However, we must ask ourselves if the controversy surrounding "Christ is King” is truly about the words themselves or if there are deeper issues at play.

  • Challenging Conversations Rebuilding Faith: How the Church Can Respond to Deconstruction Play in Edifi Player

    Rebuilding Faith: How the Church Can Respond to Deconstruction

    Today's episode will address a relevant and sometimes troubling issue in the church – deconstructing one's faith. We will explore what deconstruction truly means and how Christians can navigate this journey while growing in their faith. Our special guests for this episode are Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett, two voices who bring insight and wisdom to this problematic and often disturbing topic of deconstruction.

  • Challenging Conversations Faith in the Shadows: Navigating Depression as a Christian Play in Edifi Player

    Faith in the Shadows: Navigating Depression as a Christian

    There are times when life throws challenges at us, leaving us feeling down, anxious, or stuck. As believers, these struggles can get intertwined with our faith. We often hear messages of joy and victory, but what happens when our reality feels more like isolated darkness and we have no motivation todo anything? This raises an important question: Can a Christian suffer from depression or another mental illness and still be considered a Christian?

  • Challenging Conversations Ballot Battles: The Controversy Over State Powers in Elections Play in Edifi Player

    Ballot Battles: The Controversy Over State Powers in Elections

    Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's both intriguing and vital to our democracy: Do states have the power under the Constitution to prevent anyone from running for President? It's a question that strikes at the heart of our electoral system and the rights of the American people to choose their leader. Find out why this matters to you and our way of life as a free society. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** …

  • Challenging Conversations Answers for Christians Navigating Today’s Big Issues Play in Edifi Player

    Answers for Christians Navigating Today’s Big Issues

    Critical thinking plays a crucial role in understanding and engaging with the world around us, yet it seems that Christians often find themselves ill- equipped when it comes to tackling these difficult conversations. But why is this the case? Is it because of a lack of education or exposure to progressive and inclusive perspectives? Or is there something deeper at play? In this episode, John Stonestreet, president of Colson Center and world-class Christian thinker answers some of the top …

  • Challenging Conversations How Can I Be Free if God is Sovereign? Play in Edifi Player

    How Can I Be Free if God is Sovereign?

    We will be discussing a long-standing theological debate regarding God's sovereignty and human free will. This topic has been around for ages and is more challenging than most, as the more we attempt to comprehend it, the more questions arise. If God already knows everything and has a plan for everything, how can we truly be free? Does this imply that we are mere glorified robots following a predetermined script? **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child …

  • Challenging Conversations Is the Bible Pro-Life? Play in Edifi Player

    Is the Bible Pro-Life?

    In a time when our society finds itself deeply divided on the issue of abortion, it is more important than ever to approach this subject with respect and well-reasoned arguments. In this episode, Jason and Scott Klusendorf, author of “The Case for Life,” work through many of the immense challenges that come with the pro-life and abortion debate. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason Jimenez on Social Media** * …

  • Challenging Conversations Is it a Sin for Christians to Cuss? Play in Edifi Player

    Is it a Sin for Christians to Cuss?

    Is using profanity simply a matter of cultural taboo, or is it considered a sin? There are Christians who hold the belief that using profanity is not inherently wrong. Tune in and be prepared to challenge your assumptions about what it means to communicate as a Christian in today's world. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason Jimenez on Social Media** * Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter * Follow …

  • Challenging Conversations The ‘Head Covering’ Debate in 1 Corinthians 11 Play in Edifi Player

    The ‘Head Covering’ Debate in 1 Corinthians 11

    Have you ever wondered if the Bible mandates women to wear head coverings? The answer lies in the often-debated passage of 1 Corinthians 11, which discusses head coverings and leadership. In this episode, Jason Jimenez provides a thoughtful interpretation of 1 Corinthians 11:2-6. He examines the historical context during Paul's time while emphasizing key principles about how husbands and wives should behave within their marital and church communities. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: …

  • Challenging Conversations To Attend or Not: The Christian Dilemma Over Gay Weddings Play in Edifi Player

    To Attend or Not: The Christian Dilemma Over Gay Weddings

    What would you do if your friend or loved one invited you to their same-sex wedding? Do you go or say no? In this episode, Jason shares four foundational biblical beliefs that can help in addressing this dilemma. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason Jimenez on Social Media** * Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter * Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram * Subscribe to Jason Jimenez on YouTube **Additional …

  • Challenging Conversations How to Combat the Moral Decline in Our Churches Play in Edifi Player

    How to Combat the Moral Decline in Our Churches

    Why are so many churches compromising in the teaching of God’s Word and what can we do about it? In this episode, Jason calls out three areas of moral decline happening in our churches today and speaks to how God’s people can combat against them. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason Jimenez on Social Media** * Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter * Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram * Subscribe to Jason …

  • Challenging Conversations Is Sex Outside Marriage a Sin? Play in Edifi Player

    Is Sex Outside Marriage a Sin?

    Do you have a loved one who claims to be a Christian yet is sleeping around? In this episode, Jason gives a straightforward take on the sexual ethic clearly laid out in the Bible, and presents three tactics you can use to help Christians find grace and forgiveness in Jesus. **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason Jimenez on Social Media** * Follow @JasonPJimenez on Twitter * Follow @JasonPJiminez on Instagram …

  • Challenging Conversations Is Doubting My Faith the Same as Unbelief? Play in Edifi Player

    Is Doubting My Faith the Same as Unbelief?

    In this episode, Jason talks with Dr. Travis Dickinson, a professor of philosophy about his new book, “Wandering Toward God: Finding Faith amid Doubts and Big Questions." We discuss how we, as Christians, can face our doubts and learn to conquer them as we seek to live a rewarding life filled with joy and certainty in Jesus Christ. **Get the "Wandering Toward God" Book!** **Click here to order Jason's New Book: Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture** **Jason …

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