In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we step into one of the most historic and important conversations within Christianity: Catholic Jesus vs. Protestant Jesus.

Are Catholics and Protestants worshiping the same Jesus? Where do the real differences lie — authority, salvation, Scripture, tradition, the Eucharist? And how did a split in the 16th century create two distinct theological streams that still shape the global Church today?

We dive into questions like:

• Is Scripture alone the final authority, or does the Church share that authority?
• What role do tradition and apostolic succession play?
• Are we saved by faith alone, or faith working through love?
• How should we understand the Lord’s Supper?

This isn’t about attacking — it’s about clarity. Our goal is to understand what each side truly teaches and to examine everything in light of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

If unity matters, truth matters. And if truth matters, this conversation matters.

🎙️ Series: Rediscovering Jesus
📖 Topics: Authority, Salvation, Church History, Scripture
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we explore an important and often misunderstood question: Is the Jesus of Islam the same as the Jesus of historic Protestant Christianity?

While both Christianity and Islam speak highly of Jesus, their teachings about who He is, what He came to do, and what that means for salvation are significantly different. In this conversation, we compare the Jesus presented in the Qur’an with the Jesus revealed in the Bible, examining key theological differences with clarity, humility, and respect.

This episode is not about attacking people of other faiths. It’s about understanding truth, strengthening your foundation, and learning how to have informed, compassionate conversations about what you believe.

Whether you’re a believer wanting to grow in apologetics or someone exploring faith and asking hard questions, this episode aims to equip you with both conviction and compassion.

🎙️ Make Heaven Crowded — Episode 20
📖 Faith, Theology & Apologetics
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we take an honest look at the idea of the “American Jesus” and compare it with the Jesus revealed in Scripture.

Has our culture shaped the way we see Christ? Have politics, nationalism, or personal preferences influenced our faith more than the Bible? We explore how Jesus has often been remade in our own image, what it means to follow Him beyond party lines, and whether America was truly founded as a “Christian nation.”

This conversation isn’t about attacking people or sides—it’s about pursuing truth, humility, and faithfulness to the real Jesus, even when it challenges our assumptions.

Whether you’re a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode invites you to step back, examine your faith, and ask an important question: Are we following Jesus… or a version of Him we’re more comfortable with?

🎙️ Make Heaven Crowded Podcast — Episode 19
📖 Scripture & Cultural Engagement
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we take an honest and thoughtful look at one of the most important questions in Christianity: Are all views of Jesus the same?

We compare the Jesus taught in Mormon theology with the Jesus of historic Protestant Christianity, exploring where the beliefs align, where they differ, and why those differences matter. This isn’t about attacking people—it’s about clarifying truth, understanding doctrine, and pointing back to who Jesus reveals Himself to be through Scripture.

Whether you’ve grown up in church, have Mormon friends or family, or are simply asking questions about faith, this conversation is meant to equip believers with clarity and compassion as they engage in meaningful conversations about Jesus.

📖 Scripture & Theology Focus
🎙️ Make Heaven Crowded Podcast — Episode 18
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we explore four powerful historical pieces of evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ—facts that are widely accepted by historians, including many who are not Christians.

Was the resurrection just a story of faith, or is there real historical grounding behind it? We walk through what history actually records, why the empty tomb matters, how eyewitness testimony holds up under scrutiny, and what changed the lives of Jesus’ earliest followers forever.

This conversation isn’t about blind belief—it’s about examining the evidence and asking an honest question: If Jesus really rose from the dead, what does that mean for us today?

📖 Topic: The Resurrection of Jesus
 🎙️ Podcast: Make Heaven Crowded — Episode 17
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we talk about something many Christians struggle with but rarely slow down to address—rest.

What does the Sabbath actually mean for believers today? Is rest a command, a gift, or both? And how do Bible reading plans help us stay rooted in Scripture without turning time with God into another item on our to-do list?

We discuss why constant busyness isn’t a badge of faith, how Jesus modeled rhythms of rest, and practical ways to build sustainable habits that lead to spiritual depth—not burnout.

If you’ve felt tired, distracted, or spiritually dry, this conversation is an invitation to slow down and rediscover God’s design for rest.

📖 Topics include: Sabbath, rest, spiritual discipline, and reading the Bible consistently
 🎙️ Podcast: Make Heaven Crowded
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we tackle a sensitive but important question many Christian parents wrestle with — Is spanking biblical? And more broadly, what does it look like to parent God’s way in today’s world?

Parenting conversations are often filled with strong opinions, cultural pressure, and personal experiences. But what does Scripture actually teach about discipline, correction, and raising children with both truth and grace? How do we avoid parenting out of anger or fear, and instead reflect the heart of a loving Father?

We explore biblical principles around discipline, the purpose behind correction, and how parents can lead their children toward wisdom, character, and a genuine relationship with Jesus — not just behavior modification.

Join us as we seek clarity, humility, and grace in a conversation that affects families, faith, and the next generation.

 🎙️ Series: Make Heaven Crowded Podcast
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we explore how daily habits shape our spiritual lives, why fasting and prayer still matter for believers today, and how Christians should think critically about ideas like socialism through a biblical worldview.

What do our routines reveal about what we truly value? How does fasting train our hearts to depend on God rather than comfort? And when it comes to economic systems and power, how do we weigh compassion, responsibility, and truth without drifting from Scripture?

Join us for an honest conversation that connects personal discipleship with bigger cultural questions—and challenges believers to live faithfully in both their private lives and the public square.

📖 Scripture & worldview conversation
🎙️ Make Heaven Crowded — Episode 14
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we tackle a question that resurfaces every year — Is Christmas really pagan?

Where did Christmas traditions actually come from? Should Christians celebrate Christmas, or avoid it altogether? We explore common claims about pagan origins, historical context, and what Scripture says about how believers engage culture without compromising worship.

Rather than reacting out of fear or tradition, we aim to bring clarity, biblical wisdom, and grace to a topic that often creates unnecessary division among Christians.

Join us as we discuss how to think critically, celebrate intentionally, and keep Christ at the center of Christmas.

🎙️ Podcast: Make Heaven Crowded — Episode 12
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In this episode of Make Heaven Crowded, we explore the often-misunderstood spiritual disciplines of fasting and prayer — and why they still matter for believers today.

What is biblical fasting, and why did Jesus assume His followers would practice it? How does fasting deepen our prayer life and shift our dependence from ourselves to God? And what happens when we seek God not for answers, but for closeness?

We unpack Scripture to show that fasting isn’t about earning God’s favor, but about positioning our hearts to hear from Him more clearly. In a world full of distractions, fasting and prayer reorient us toward what truly sustains us.

Join us as we discuss how these practices lead to humility, clarity, repentance, and renewed intimacy with God.

🎙️ Podcast: Make Heaven Crowded
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