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Hey, we’re Adam and Aaron, and we have a simple belief: faith should be rooted in truth, not tradition. On this show, we question everything—doctrines, traditions, cultural expectations, and religious dogma—not to dismantle Christianity, but to restore it to its biblical and historical essence. Whether you’re wrestling with doubt, deconstructing your beliefs, or just longing for some intellectual honesty, The Christian Skeptic is a space for real conversations about what it truly means to follow Jesus. New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. Follow along and be part of the conversation at thechristianskeptic.org.Copyright © 2025 The Christian Skeptic. Arte Ciencias Sociales Cristianismo Espiritualidad Filosofía Ministerio y Evangelismo
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  • Do Christians Really Believe What They Preach?

    Do Christians Really Believe What They Preach?
    Dec 10 2025
    This week, we respond to a viral clip claiming most Christians don’t really believe what they preach. We unpack the difference between hypocrisy and inconsistency, talk about weak versus fake faith, explore what a transformed life actually looks like, and wrestle with the place of evangelism in our lives. In this episode: (00:00) Intro (01:29) “I don’t think people are actually religious” (03:58) Hypocrisy vs. inconsistency (07:56) Weak faith or fake faith? (12:33) The problem with cultural Christianity (18:01) What a transformed life actually looks like (23:00) Internal change vs. external rule-keeping (28:48) What place should evangelism have in our lives? (32:50) How real conversations open real doors Get full show notes and links at https://www.thechristianskeptic.org. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thechristianskeptic.
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    42 m
  • Can a Christian Abuse Grace?

    Can a Christian Abuse Grace?
    Nov 26 2025
    This week, we take on the question, “Can a Christian abuse grace?” and explore why that question often reveals more about our own hearts than other people’s behavior. We dig into Christian liberty, the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Romans 7, and why those who truly grasp God’s love are actually the least likely to cheapen it. We look at how self-righteousness distorts our view of grace, and why the only real way to “abuse” grace is to misunderstand it or reject it altogether. In this episode: (00:00) – Intro (01:06) – Can a Christian actually abuse grace? (02:22) – Thinner, flatter versions of grace (03:27) – When concern for holiness becomes self-righteousness (04:36) – The hidden ways we all “abuse” grace (06:00) – The tension of Christian liberty (07:49) – Older brothers and younger brothers (09:37) – Comparing sins to avoid our own (11:36) – The heaviness of watching everyone else (13:10) – Fear-based faith vs freedom-based faith (15:16) – Why we keep looking for “the line” (17:45) – What preaching real grace actually produces (19:38) – When your heart won’t cooperate (22:01) – The surprising comfort of conviction (25:05) – The only real way to abuse grace (27:39) – When grace sounds too reckless (29:52) – The prodigal, the Pharisee, and the Father (34:10) – So what do we do with all this? Key Ideas Grace isn’t something you “abuse” as much as something you misunderstand. Most concerns about “abusing grace” come from viewing the Christian life as rule-keeping rather than relationship. A deeper grasp of God’s love—not fear—actually leads to transformation. Self-examination comes before evaluating anyone else’s behavior. Jesus calls us to address the beam in our own eye first. Before questioning someone else’s actions, check your own posture, motives, and the subtle ways self-righteousness creeps in. Jesus intentionally left a broadness to the Christian life. Scripture leaves intentional room for believers to live differently within the boundaries of orthodoxy. Differences in conscience, lifestyle, or struggle don’t necessarily signal spiritual compromise. True grace produces desire—not license—to honor God. When you genuinely understand God’s unconditional love, it awakens a desire to honor Him—not a desire to run wild. Grace transforms from the inside out in a way that moral pressure never can. The only real “abuse of grace” is rejecting it altogether. Willful rebellion—the prodigal running from home—reflects rejection of God’s love, not overuse of it. But even then, the Father’s response in Jesus’ parable shows that love, not fear, is what draws us home. Links Brennan Manning: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brennan_Manning Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund: https://www.amazon.com/Gentle-Lowly-Christ-Sinners-Sufferers/dp/1433566133 A Scandalous Freedom by Steve Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Scandalous-Freedom-Radical-Nature-Gospel/dp/1582293929 Putting Amazing Back Into Grace by Michael Horton: https://www.amazon.com/Putting-Amazing-Back-into-Grace/dp/0801014212 The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther: https://www.amazon.com/Bondage-Will-Martin-Luther/dp/0801048931 Connect with Adam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avclark Connect with Aaron Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromgreytown Subscribe and stay in touch Website: https://thechristiansekptic.org Instagram: https://instagram.com/christianskepticpod Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christian-skeptic/id1761285349 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HlSAPHewfbLESl61D3XH9 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thechristianskeptic
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    35 m
  • Live Q&A: Christian Nationalism and the Way of Jesus

    Live Q&A: Christian Nationalism and the Way of Jesus
    Nov 12 2025
    This week, we’re sharing a live Q&A where we talk Christian nationalism, predestination, identity in Christ, and what it means to trust grace without abusing it. We explore how God forms us, how to walk with those who feel spiritually numb, and why the church remains central to following Jesus. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:00) - What’s the problem with “Christian nationalism”? (06:54) - Is it wrong for Christians to stay out of politics? (08:50) - What does predestination mean for me—and my family? (17:08) - Are we passive in our relationship with God? (22:12) - Can grace be abused—and what would that look like? (24:09) - If we fall short of biblical commands, do we lose our inheritance? (26:07) - Does grace extend to all—including the marginalized and LGBTQ? (27:37) - How do you help someone who’s become callous to sin? (30:38) - How can we make the church central to our lives? (34:03) - Why is Ephesians so relevant to today’s church? (35:04) - Does the Spirit shape our character—and our behavior? (36:06) - How does the church keep building on Christ’s foundation today? Get full show notes and links at https://www.thechristianskeptic.org. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thechristianskeptic.
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    38 m
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