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A caller whose brother was murdered by a group of men asks the hardest question in the Bible: how do you forgive when you still feel hatred? Nate walks through the difference between forgiveness and trust, and why leaving vengeance to God is the only way to be free.

Before that, Nate corrects a viral video claiming Jesus is returning to marry five women — which apparently means the rest of the church, the actual bride of Christ, doesn't make the guest list. Then an atheist challenges Leviticus on rabbits and rock hyraxes "chewing the cud." Nate digs into peer-reviewed zoology — cecotrophy, merycism, multichambered fermenting stomachs — and finds the Bible was right all along, using observational language that science has now caught up to. The Hebrew phrase describes the visible act of re-chewing, not the anatomical mechanism . Rabbits re-ingest soft cecotropes and re-chew them; hyraxes engage in merycism, bringing boluses back up for secondary mastication . Linnaeus himself initially classified the hyrax and hare as ruminants based on the same observable behavior .

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What happens if Jesus decides to rebel against the Father? In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate takes a caller through a wild theological thought experiment: if the Son ever tried to usurp the Father, would the Trinity "break"? We explore why God's inability to change is actually the only thing holding the universe together (and why the caller's boss/employee analogy falls short).

But the deep dive doesn't stop there. The conversation pivots into a sharp discussion on Islam, the "Comforter" prophecy in John 14, and why the Quran's view of Jesus is a completely different gospel. We also break down the differences between Christianity and cults (specifically LDS and Jehovah's Witnesses), and why adding works to the gospel—whether it's the Sabbath or anything else—is a salvation issue. As always, we keep it respectful but don't shy away from the hard truths.

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A Minneapolis restaurant took every price off the menu, promised to feed anyone who walked in, and just announced it's closing for good. Surprised? Neither is Nate. In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, the "Post Modern Times" experiment becomes a live case study in total depravity—and a launchpad into the question that broke a millionaire to tears: can you buy your way into heaven?

That's right. Before the socialism post-mortem, Nate breaks down the viral clip of evangelist Bryce Crawford confronting SteveWillDoIt about his salvation. The guy had millions, gave a lot away, and was absolutely certain that was his ticket in . Nate's response is the gospel in under sixty seconds: you can't buy it, you can't earn it, and your charity doesn't impress the Judge.

Then it's on to the restaurant that tried to prove humanity is good. Owner Dylan Alverson removed prices during the Minneapolis ICE surge, served over 30,000 free meals, and watched the whole thing collapse under the weight of people who could pay but didn't . Nate and Louie connect the dots: socialism fails because the gospel is true—people are greedy, broken, and in need of Jesus, not a menu with no prices.

Plus: Aaron Rodgers and the NFL's Paris game happening against a backdrop of "mostly peaceful" riots , why Mormons and Muslims both fail the Galatians 1 test, whether Trump is a Christian, and the hardest question of the night—why did God kill innocent babies in the Bible? Nate doesn't flinch. Psalm 137, David's child, the firstborn of Egypt—all of it gets answered.

Serious Scripture. Real questions. Zero fluff. And yes, there's a pickle joke.

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What happens when the Law of Moses meets the Law of the Spirit—and what do you do with a Bible verse about people eating their own children? In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate tackles two of the heaviest topics you'll hear in one sitting. First, a deep dive into Romans 8:2 and Galatians: are Christians still under the 613 laws of Moses, or has the "law of the Spirit of life" set us free from the "law of sin and death"? Nate explains why the law condemns, why faith in Christ fulfills it, and why believers still somehow end up keeping the moral law anyway (spoiler: it's the same Lawgiver). Then, the conversation turns to Jeremiah 19:9—a verse so brutal it makes atheists do a double-take. Why would God make people eat their sons and daughters? The answer isn't divine cruelty; it's covenant judgment, idolatry, child sacrifice to Baal, and a warning that went unheeded for generations. Nate walks through the context verse by verse, the historical fulfillment in 586 BC, and what it says about God's justice and mercy. Plus: a Catholic priest killed by a falling crucifix, whether atheists really know the Bible better than Christians, historical evidence for Jesus from Tacitus and Josephus, and a live chat question about schizophrenia and the law. Serious theology, honest questions, and just enough dry humor to keep you sane. For more content, visit: https://www.askachristianpodcast.com

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In this episode, Nate and the team break down the explosive controversy at Point Loma Nazarene University, where Dean of Students Jason Cha allegedly told student leaders that identifying as being "in Christ alone" reflects "white privilege" . We examine his dissertation, "Raging Waters of Whiteness," his embrace of critical race theory, and why telling people they cannot repent of something innate is fundamentally anti-Christian. We also tackle the question: Can a dean at a Christian university call the core of the Reformation "white privilege" and keep his job? (Spoiler: Apparently, yes.)

Then, we pivot to a fascinating Q&A with a Jewish caller named Shay, who asks the question many people search for: What is the difference between Messianic Jews and Christians? We explore how Messianic Jews maintain their Jewish identity, observe Torah, Sabbath, and Jewish holidays, while believing Yeshua is the Messiah . Nate explains why Messianic Judaism is essentially what all the first disciples were—and why the term "Christian" was originally a pejorative used in Antioch. We also discuss whether a Jew who sees Jesus only as a prophet or teacher can enter heaven, and how Islam's denial of the crucifixion affects salvation.

Plus: The Quirinius/Herod census "contradiction" gets dismantled, we answer why blindness still exists if Jesus healed the blind, and a caller drops a story about an atheist doctor that you won't forget.

Key questions discussed:

Is "Christ alone" white privilege?

What is the difference between Messianic Jews and Christians?

Can a Jew who rejects Jesus as Messiah go to heaven?

Are there contradictions in the Bible?

Why does God allow suffering and blindness?

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Ben Shapiro recently told a Turning Point USA crowd that non-Jews just need to follow the “Seven Noahide Laws” to have a share in the world to come. Sounds friendly, right? Except he conveniently left out one small detail: under traditional rabbinic interpretation, violating these laws—including blasphemy and idolatry—carries the death penalty. And guess what? Christianity, with its belief in the divinity of Jesus, fits squarely into both categories. In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, we fact-check Shapiro's claims, dig into the actual rabbinic sources (including Maimonides' Mishneh Torah), and examine the upcoming First International Congress of Noahides in Jerusalem where a founding charter and international Beit Din are being established. Is this just a theological discussion, or should Christians be paying very close attention? We also open the floor for Q&A on whatever else is on your mind. Join host Nate for a serious, respectful, and occasionally sharp look at what the Noahide laws actually mean for followers of Jesus.

📚 Resources & Links

Ben Shapiro's TPUSA speech and the subsequent controversy: https://vinnews.com/2026/10/14/ben-shapiro-calls-tucker-carlsons-claim-that-he-wants-to-kill-christians-over-noahide-laws-psychotic/

First International Congress of Noahides in Jerusalem (Nov 2-6, 2026): https://noahideworldcenter.org

Maimonides' Mishneh Torah on Noahide penalties (including decapitation): https://www.sefaria.org/Mishneh_Torah%2C_Kings_and_Wars.8.1-10.12

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In this episode of Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate tackles the claims that skeptics love to weaponize and believers often avoid:

1. Were Abraham and Moses Muslim? Some argue the patriarchs were "Muslims" because they submitted to God. But by that logic, all Muslims are actually Christians—since they claim to follow the same God. We break down why this argument collapses under its own weight.

2. The "Baby Smashing" Psalm (137:9). This is the verse that gets screenshotted and shared with smug captions. But here's what they never tell you: Psalm 137 is a lament—a grief-soaked poem written by Israelites in Babylonian exile. They had just watched Babylon do exactly what verse 9 describes—to their own children. The psalmist isn't commanding evil. He's crying out for justice, for the same horror to fall on those who committed it. It's eye-for-eye rage from traumatized survivors. When you actually explain the context, they don't want the answer—they just wanted God to look bad.

3. Does God Still Do Miracles Today? The answer isn't a simple yes or no. We dig into what Scripture actually promises about miracles, why they aren't as flashy as the Red Sea parting, and why the greatest miracle might be one you're overlooking entirely.

Serious questions. Honest answers. A little sarcasm when deserved.

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A Christian teacher with nearly 30 years of experience was fired after simply answering a student's question about abortion. Now she's suing—and the case is heading to tribunal. Meanwhile, Jim Bakker's daughter just publicly apologized for her father's theology and asked mourners to donate to LGBTQ groups instead of sending flowers.

In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate breaks down both stories and asks the uncomfortable questions: Is answering a student's question now a fireable offense in the UK? What does it actually mean to show "the love of Christ" to people who reject biblical morality? And why does the world keep calling Christian convictions "hate" while celebrating public apologies for traditional faith?

Plus: A new Christian calls in asking "What is Christianity?" and gets the gospel in a nutshell. A Muslim caller grills Nate on who Jesus paid the price to. A pastor accidentally reads a judgment prophecy from Ezekiel aloud without realizing what she's doing. And Nate explains why substitutionary atonement is not "cosmic child abuse."

Key questions covered:

Can a teacher be fired for being pro-life? What the Anita Meston case reveals about religious freedom in the UK

What did Tammy Sue Bakker actually say, and why does it matter?

Is "cosmic child abuse" a fair critique of substitutionary atonement?

What does repentance actually mean if Jesus died for sins?

Did Jesus call a woman a "dog" in Matthew 15?

Why did God command the destruction of the Amalekites?

Who did Jesus pay the price to? A Muslim caller presses the Trinity

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In this episode of the Ask A Christian Podcast, host Nate tackles the news everyone's talking about: James Talarico has reportedly gone missing from the campaign trail, sparking wild speculation online. We break down what's actually happening, his theology (God is non-binary? His pastor denies the Resurrection?), and why this matters for Christians paying attention to politics.

Then we dive into one of the hardest questions in apologetics: Would you be okay if God killed your kid? This isn't hypothetical—it comes straight from the story of David and Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 12. We explore what Scripture actually says about infant salvation, God's character, and why "white-knighting for dead babies" isn't the argument atheists think it is.

Other questions covered:

How is Jesus God but also God's Son? (Trinity explained with a simple diagram)

If God is all-good and all-powerful, why is there evil? (Free will and the Epicurean dilemma)

How can Jesus be God before He was 30? (Two natures, pre-existence, angelophanies)

Why did God allow SIDS? (Fallen world, free will, and trusting God's character)

Is the Herod vs. Quirinius census a contradiction? (History, two Herods, and basic reading comprehension)

Are Zeus and Hades real? (Demonic principalities and why ancient gods "disappeared")

We also touch on icons vs. idolatry, saintly intercession, the Talmud, gifts of the Spirit, and why "prove God exists" misses the point of faith.

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00:00 - Intro & James Talarico Missing / Mental Health Rumors

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Does the Bible contradict itself on who incited David's census—God or Satan? Why does an all-powerful, all-loving God allow natural disasters and innocent suffering? And how do Christians reconcile a good God with the existence of hell? In this episode of Ask A Christian Podcast, Nate tackles these hard-hitting questions from live viewers, diving into 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21 to explain how Scripture attributes the same event to both God's sovereignty and Satan's agency without contradiction. He also addresses Zechariah 14:2 and Ezekiel 16:25, showing why reading context eliminates apparent problems. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn when a viewer who once called herself Christian shares how chronic pain and unanswered prayers led her to reject God—sparking a raw, extended discussion on free will, the fall, the problem of evil, and why genuine faith requires the real possibility of rejection. Plus: the abol-abortion debate, whether Orthodox and Catholic believers are saved, and why "religious people doing evil in God's name" doesn't disprove Christianity.

Keywords: God and suffering, Bible contradictions, 2 Samuel 24 vs 1 Chronicles 21, Satan incited David, problem of evil, free will theodicy, Zechariah 14 explained, why does God allow pain.

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00:00 - Intro & Satanism in City Councils

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