In this episode, I put five of Jesus' hardest sayings under the investigative spotlight. As a cold-case homicide detective, I've spent my career testing witness statements, examining context, and following the evidence wherever it leads. In this "case file," I apply that same approach to some of the most troubling verses in the Gospels.

Along the way, I'll walk through investigative tools you can use on any tough passage:

• Examining the historical and literary context
• Comparing parallel gospel accounts
• Understanding ancient language and idiom
• Testing skeptical vs. Christian explanations to see which best fits the facts

If you've ever wondered whether these verses disqualify Jesus as a trustworthy source of truth, this episode is for you.

Want to go deeper and learn how to think like a detective about your faith? Check out my book Forensic Faith for an in‑depth look at building a case for Christianity and living it out with confidence.

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