In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate and Chris dive deep into the complex world of Molinism and "Middle Knowledge" to understand how God’s sovereignty interacts with human free will. Following a powerful Resurrection Sunday, the team discusses the spiritual weight of the cross, the nature of suffering, and why some common arguments against faith fall flat. Nate also shares exciting news about the launch of his new dark fantasy novel, The Hollow North, and how faith-based storytelling can capture the imagination. Plus, we tackle the "meat coma" of Easter dinner, the ethics of modern medicine, and the latest in Christian media. 📚 CHECK OUT NATE’S BOOKS: The Hollow North (Chronicles of the Radiant Dawn Book 1) - https://www.amazon.com/Hollow-North-Chronicles-Radiant-Dawn-ebook/dp/B0GGZL46PR Ask A Christian (A Religious Discussion) - https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Religious-Discussion-Nate-Cunningham-ebook/dp/B0BSTQ2Q38 Connect with us: Website: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com Questions? Comments? Hate mail? Contact us through the site! YouTube Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome to the Ask A Christian Podcast 0:05 – Resurrection Sunday: The core of the Gospel 1:04 – Nate’s Ask A Christian book: A guide for internet evangelism 2:19 – Creative projects and the launch of The Hollow North 4:21 – Easter celebrations and the infamous "Meat Coma" 7:28 – Dietary laws and the "cleanliness" of all fish 10:18 – Breaking News: Palm Sunday attacks in Nigeria 10:55 – Technical difficulties: The iPhone vs. Android debate 13:00 – Sunrise services and Reformed Baptist church life 15:13 – Reviewing Sight and Sound’s Jesus production 17:30 – Nietzsche and the theology of suffering 20:44 – Content creation during the holiday slump 26:00 – Why we should maybe avoid nuclear war... 33:00 – Visualizing the Gospel: The serpent and the cross 34:08 – Deep Dive: What is Molinism? 54:42 – Political accountability and the "Christian vote" 1:11:23 – Addressing the Kirk assassination conspiracy theories 1:22:48 – The legacy of Josh McDowell and modern apologetics 1:33:14 – The physical and spiritual weight of the Crucifixion Hashtags #AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Molinism #FreeWill #TheHollowNorth #ChristianFantasy #Apologetics #BibleStudy #ResurrectionSunday #FaithAndMedicine #Theology #Gospel #BibleDiscussion #ChristianLife #NateCunningham

Happy Good Friday! In this special holiday episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the deep theological meaning behind the most somber day on the Christian calendar. Why do we call a day marked by suffering and death "good"? We explore the transition from the darkness of the cross to the victory of the empty tomb, reminding us that while it’s Friday, Sunday is coming! The discussion takes a lighter turn as Nate reveals his foray into the world of "Violent Christian Fantasy" and his upcoming book, blending gritty storytelling with godly themes. We also tackle the "He is Risen" liturgical greetings, the odd history of Good Friday drinking in Ireland, and a look at how political figures handle the Gospel message. 🎁 SPECIAL EASTER GIFT: As discussed in the episode, Sight & Sound Theatre is offering a free stream of their massive "JESUS" production this weekend only! Check the link below to watch Broadway-style theater from the comfort of your home. 📚 Resources & LinksFree Streaming: Sight & Sound "JESUS" (Available through April 6): https://www.sight-sound.tv/jesus-streaming-free-easter-weekend For more content, visit: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com YouTube Timestamps 0:00 - Happy Good Friday: Why is it "Good"? 1:31 - The Symbol of the Cross: Victory Over Death 2:43 - Nate’s New Project: "Violent Christian Fantasy" 6:49 - Elves, Dragons, and the Gospel 7:55 - Why Jesus' Death was Unlike Any Other 10:20 - Good Friday in Ireland: Pub Closures and Shindigs 12:30 - The Calvinist Tweak: "He Died for All Who Believe" 14:50 - "Jesus was a Good Teacher" – Why That’s Not Enough 16:13 - The Point of Reconciliation 22:56 - FREE GIFT: Sight & Sound Theater’s "JESUS" Stream 25:07 - King Charles, Ramadan, and the Easter Message Snub 26:42 - NBA Players and the "Pride Statue". 1:08:41 - Franklin Graham’s Letter to Donald Trump 1:18:51 - "He is Risen Indeed": The History of Pascal Greetings 1:22:51 - Dealing with Catholic Heresy and History Hashtags #AskAChristianPodcast #GoodFriday #Easter2024 #HeIsRisen #Jesus #ChristianFantasy #SightAndSound #Liturgy #Gospel #BibleStudy #Christianity #Theology #Apologetics #SundayIsComing #Faith

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew blast off into a theological discussion on the recent Artemis II rocket launch. They tackle a skeptical question: If God punished humanity for the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11), why does He allow NASA and Elon Musk to explore deep space? Is modern space travel just hubris, or is it fulfillment of the cultural mandate? Switching gears from the cosmos to chaotic reality, we address the heartbreaking news out of Nigeria, where Christians are on edge for Easter following devastating massacres by Islamist militants. We ask difficult questions: Why are massive Christian denominations seemingly passive during systematic slaughter? We investigate the structural disadvantages, theological constraints on self-defense, and government complicity that leave these communities vulnerable. Is it time for a "Machine Gun Preacher" theology? Finally, we pull up the "Calvin Bot" and "Armenian Bot" to debate the salvation of infants and the mentally disabled. We break down the Catholic concept of "Invincible Ignorance" vs. the reformed doctrine of "Sovereign Election." We provide a purely hypothetical, yet comforting, look at how God might theoretically ensure salvation for those incapable of faith. It’s a serious dive into spiritual truth, peppered with our signature sardonic wit. For more content, visit: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com YouTube Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 0:06 - Artemis II & Modern Space Travel 5:04 - Tower of Babel vs. NASA: Did God Break His Promise? 7:35 - The Genesis Mandate: Scater vs. Hubris 11:31 - Modern Flat Earth vs. Historical Reality 18:52 - Nigeria Christian Persecution: Easter on Edge 23:45 - Passive Christianity? The Debate on Self-Defense 28:43 - Structural Disparities and Government Complicity in Nigeria Massacres 31:54 - A "Machine Gun Preacher" Theology: Fighting Back? 44:10 - Holy Nope: Shamanism, Bad Preaching, and Spiritual Drums 56:12 - The French Toast & Bacon Problem (Prevenient Grace) 1:13:26 - UFOs as Demons & CBP Investigations 1:32:39 - Do Mentally Disabled People Go to Heaven? 1:35:53 - What Is Invincible Ignorance? (Catholic vs. Calvinist Views) 1:48:35 - The Armenian View on Infants and accountability Hashtags (15) #AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Bible #Faith #SpaceTravel #Genesis11 #TowerOfBabel #NigeriaChristians #ChristianPersecution #SelfDefense #InvincibleIgnorance #SovereignElection #CalvinismVsArminianism #Theology #Truth

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the deep end of current controversies and legal battles at the intersection of faith and culture. We start by unpacking the viral fallout surrounding TikTok influencer Taylor Frankie Paul and the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" scandal, discussing the devastating consequences of lifestyle choices outside of biblical marriage. The discussion shifts to a major headline in the church world: Why was Grace Community Church removed from a prominent Christian counseling group’s approved list? We explore the ongoing lawsuit involving allegations of "aiding and abetting" abuse and what this means for the future of pastoral care. Finally, we celebrate a massive win for religious liberty as the Supreme Court smacks down Colorado’s attempt to ban certain types of counseling. Is Christian counseling even "Christian" if it relies on secular psychology, or is the Bible sufficient for the soul? Join us for a serious (and sometimes humorous) look at these spiritual truths. Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction: Welcome to the Ask A Christian Podcast 0:43 - April Fool's Shenanigans: Chris’s "Conversion" & Mormonism Jokes 4:00 - The Taylor Frankie Paul Scandal: Soft Swinging & $70M Fallout 14:13 - Polyamory vs. Biblical Marriage: A Culture in Crisis 14:52 - Special Announcement: Pastor Mark "Becomes a Calvinist" 17:32 - Grace Community Church: Removed from Counseling Training Centers 20:47 - Analyzing the Lawsuit: Allegations, Reporting Duties & Credibility 31:33 - Pastoral vs. Clinical: Is Secular Psychology "Pagan Mysticism"? 33:05 - Supreme Court Win: Colorado’s Counseling Ban Overturned 41:16 - Conversion Therapy Debate: Religious Liberty vs. State Mandates 1:04:24 - Final Thoughts: Praying for Wisdom in the Courts Relevant Hashtags #askachristianpodcast #AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Bible #Faith #ChristianCounseling #JohnMacArthur #GraceCommunityChurch #ReligiousLiberty #Supreme Court #Apologetics #MormonWivesScandal #FaithVsCulture #BiblicalWorldview #ChurchNews #Truth

He is Risen! In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate and the crew dive into the humor and controversy surrounding Easter. We start with a "watching party" featuring Lutheran Satire’s take on pagan myths, Ishtar, and the legendary "Satan Press Conference." Things get serious as we address the fallout from our recent "78 Atheist Questions" episode. Why are the comments so grumpy? We tackle the "Amputee Challenge" and explain why signs and wonders are irrelevant to the core message of salvation. Finally, we head north to discuss the chilling implications of Canada’s Bill C-9 and the evolving landscape of hate speech laws. Can a Christian still speak Biblical truth about homosexuality without facing criminal charges? We explore the fine line between disagreement and "harm" in a world that’s increasingly eager to silence the Gospel. Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome to Ask A Christian: Introductions 0:21 – Lutheran Satire: Why Easter isn't about Ishtar 6:02 – Video: The "Ishtar" Myth debunked 8:42 – Video: The Roman Guard and the "Stolen Body" Theory 10:49 – Dealing with Grumpy Atheists: The "Amputee" Argument 14:44 – Signs, Wonders, and the Apostolic Age 18:20 – What are the "Greater Works" Jesus promised? 20:52 – Salvation: Can you lose it? 38:24 – Would the Disciples die for a lie? 58:47 – Canada’s Bill C-9: Criminalizing Biblical Truth? 1:06:22 – The shift from "Blasphemy" to "Civil Rights" Law 1:16:51 – Disagreement vs. Hate: Navigating the new laws 1:31:54 – Westboro and the First Amendment vs. Biblical Wisdom 📚 Resources & Links: NBA News: Bulls waive guard Jaden Ivey after anti-gay comments - https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48350464/sources-bulls-waive-jaden-ivey-anti-gay-comments Hashtags:#AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Easter #LutheranSatire #Apologetics #BibleStudy #BillC4 #HateSpeechLaws #ReligiousFreedom #JesusRisen #Atheism #FaithQuestions #ChristianApologetics #GospelTruth #CanadaPolitics

Are Christians stumped by "hard" atheist questions, or is the answer simpler than they think? In this episode, Nate and Chris tackle a viral "machine gun" list of 78 questions for Christians, ranging from the eternal fate of Anne Frank to why miracles aren't caught on iPhone 15s. We also dive into a shocking report from Canada, where a woman seeking back pain relief was offered assisted suicide instead, and a disturbing story out of Austin, Texas, involving a Bible conversation and a kitchen knife. 📚 Resources & LinksTexas Stabbing Incident: Texas Man Lashes Out in Stabbing Attack After Hearing Bible Conversation Canada Assisted Suicide Article: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/03/canada-control-woman-back-pain-goes-hospital-is/ Babylon Bee Skit: Mentioned regarding Canadian healthcare The Lutheran Satire: Mentioned regarding Ishtar and Easter ⏳ Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome to the Ask A Christian Podcast with Nate 0:16 – 78 Questions from Atheists: Are they really that hard? 1:29 – Texas Stabbing: Man attacks passengers over a Bible conversation 3:26 – Canada Out of Control: 84-year-old offered MAiD for back pain 8:21 – The Statistics: Euthanasia as a leading cause of death in Canada 9:17 – The Lightning Round: Tackling the 78 Atheist Questions 10:41 – Is Anne Frank in hell? The heart vs. the Gospel 12:02 – Fred Phelps and the Westboro Baptist Church legacy 15:06 – Can a killer go to heaven? The example of the Apostle Paul 16:04 – Can a "kind-hearted" atheist be saved without Jesus? 18:41 – Will you be happy in heaven if your loved ones are in hell? 20:21 – Prayer vs. Medicine: Why Christians do both 24:42 – Why doesn't prayer regrow amputated limbs on camera? 42:04 – Why does "God hate Africa?" Debunking reductionist arguments 1:02:12 – Christianity, homosexuality, and the "persecution" question 1:07:29 – Is Jesus coming back in our lifetime? 1:21:35 – What happens when your Pastor says something you disagree with? 1:28:31 – The Ten Commandments on government property 1:29:28 – Geography and Religion: Would you be Muslim if born in Saudi Arabia? #️⃣ Hashtags #AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Atheism #Apologetics #BibleStudy #FaithQuestions #CanadaMAiD #Bible #Jesus #Salvation #Gospel #FaithVsWorks #ChristianLife #ReligiousDebate

In this episode of the Ask A Christian podcast, we navigate a landscape of heavy news, cultural shifts, and theological oddities. First, we address the heartbreaking tragedy of Noelia Castillo. The 25-year-old Spanish woman died by legal euthanasia this week after a grueling 601-day legal battle with her father. We discuss the "social defeat" of a system that allows a young woman struggling with psychiatric illness to choose death over life, and what this means for the value of the human soul in a secular society. Next, we look at the NHL Nashville Predators' Pride Night fail. From the inclusion of "The Cowgays" to the promotion of imagery that many fans found mocking of Christ, we examine why professional sports have become an aggressive platform for cultural signaling that feels less like inclusion and more like a targeted mockery of the Christian faith. Finally, we shift into some "weird" church history with a Catholic relic discussion. Following the 800th-anniversary exposition of St. Francis of Assisi’s remains, we ask: Is the veneration of 800-year-old bones a beautiful act of honor, or a macabre tradition that borders on idolatry? In this episode, we discuss: The Noelia Castillo Case: A father’s fight, a daughter’s choice, and the ethics of assisted suicide. NHL Pride Night Fail: The Nashville Predators and the "Gay Predators" controversy. Catholic Relics: A deep dive into the 800-year-old remains of St. Francis of Assisi. Theology Q&A: Does God’s grace have limits? (A look at Limited Atonement). Official Website: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com Hashtags #AskAChristian #NoeliaCastillo #ProLife #SpainNews #NashvillePredators #NHLPreds #PrideNightFail #CatholicRelics #StFrancis #Theology #FaithQuestions #ChristianPodcast #ReligiousFreedom #GospelTruth

In this episode, host Nate dives into the alarming headlines coming out of Canada regarding Bill C-63 (referenced as C-9 in some reports) and its potential to criminalize quoting certain parts of the Bible under the guise of "combating hate". We perform a "deep dive" into the legislative language to see if Christians and pro-life advocates are truly facing a new level of legal hostility. We also discuss the shocking departure of Stephen Nichols from Ligonier and Reformation Bible College following his excommunication by Saint Andrew’s Chapel. What does excommunication actually mean in a Reformed context, and is it just a "nothing burger" if it doesn't affect your salvation? Finally, we tackle the "death nail" of theological debates: the friction between God’s sovereignty and human free will. Can we truly understand an infinite God with our finite minds? In this episode, we discuss: The Canadian "Hate Speech" Bill: Is the Bible about to be labeled "hate propaganda"? (Read more at: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-canadas-house-of-commons-passes-anti-christian-bill-that-would-criminalize-quoting-bible/) Church Discipline: The fallout of the Stephen Nichols excommunication and the reality of church politics.Theology Deep Dive: Irresistible grace, the "conspiracy" of Arminianism, and whether it’s ever okay for a Christian to lie. 📚 Resources & LinksLifeSite News Article: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-canadas-house-of-commons-passes-anti-christian-bill-that-would-criminalize-quoting-bible/ Official Bill C-63/C-9 Text: https://www.parl.ca/DocumentViewer/en/44-1/bill/C-63/first-reading Ask A Christian Website: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com Timestamps 0:00 Welcome to the Ask A Christian Podcast 0:41 A "True Secret Religion"? Nate’s take on YouTube spiritual gurus 1:55 Check out askachristianpodcast.com & the new book 2:53 BREAKING: Canada’s Bill C-63 and the "Combating Hate Act" 8:11 Deep Dive: Analyzing the text of the Canadian bill 15:50 Will quoting Leviticus become a crime in Canada? 19:55 The IRS double standard and "Multi-tier Justice" in America 47:00 The Stephen Nichols / Ligonier Excommunication Controversy 49:17 What does excommunication actually mean for a Presbyterian? 1:04:15 God’s Permissive Will vs. Human Sin 1:13:42 Defining "Irresistible Grace" and the nature of belief 1:20:25 The History of Arminianism and the "conspiracy" to thwart the Reformation 1:28:51 Rare Nate Retraction: Does God know all things? 1:29:25 Is it ever okay for a Christian to lie? (The Nazi test) 1:40:12 Like, Share, and Subscribe! Hashtags #AskAChristianPodcast #Christianity #Bible #Faith #CanadaBillC63 #FreeSpeech #ReligiousFreedom #Apologetics #StephenNichols #Ligonier #Excommunication #Calvinism #Arminianism #Theology #Gospel #Truth