Social media touches nearly every part of our daily lives—but is it helping us love better, or hurting our ability to connect meaningfully?

In this thought-provoking solo episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden explores the power, pitfalls, and potential of social platforms through a biblical lens. From endless scrolling to the search for validation, Paul challenges listeners to evaluate their digital habits in light of Jesus’ command to love our neighbors—online and off.

Reflections on How to Know a Person by David Brooks

Whether you’re an influencer or a casual scroller, this episode will challenge you to think more deeply about the role of social media in your life— and consider what it might mean to live your faith out loud, even in the comment section.

What if your deepest sense of identity doesn’t fit within the traditional framework of the church—but your love for Jesus still burns bright?

In this honest and moving episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden sits down with author and speaker Greg Coles for a vulnerable conversation about faith, identity, and what it means to live as a single, gay Christian committed to the authority of Scripture.

Together, they explore:

As Greg says in the episode, “My identity in Christ doesn’t erase my sexuality, but it gives me a lens to live it out in love, truth, and hope.”

Whether you’re wrestling with your own identity or seeking to love those who are, this episode is a masterclass in nuance, empathy, and theological faithfulness.

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Tune in now and join a conversation that’s changing the way the church loves and leads.

Same-sex attraction is one of the most emotionally charged and spiritually complex conversations in the modern church. What does it mean to hold fast to biblical convictions while extending the radical love of Jesus?

In this thought-provoking episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden invites listeners into a grace-and-truth-filled conversation about LGBTQ+ identity, specifically same-sex attraction. Rather than choosing between condemnation or full affirmation, Paul explores a third way—rooted in Scripture, compassion, and the image of God in every person.

Join us as we explore:

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Can you be gay and still faithfully follow Jesus? Let’s talk about it—with courage, clarity, and compassion.

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Is divorce the unforgivable sin—or can God bring beauty out of brokenness?

In this vulnerable and redemptive episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden tackles the topic of divorce with wisdom, truth, and compassion. Drawing from Scripture and real-life reflections, Paul explores the pain of divorce, the purpose of marriage, and the surprising grace of a God who never gives up on us—even when our relationships do.

Whether you’re married, divorced, or walking with someone through heartbreak, this conversation will equip you with biblical truth and grace to navigate one of life’s most difficult realities.

How should Christians respond when someone's gender identity doesn’t match their biological sex? Is it loving to affirm? Is it faithful to confront? Is there a better, more Jesus-like way?

In this important episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, Pastor Paul Basden dives into one of today’s most sensitive and controversial topics: the “T” in LGBTQ. From the cultural spotlight on Caitlyn Jenner to the theological implications of gender dysphoria, Paul challenges listeners to approach this issue not with fear or anger—but with both grace and truth.

What if the church could be a place where transgender individuals are met not with shame, but with friendship, prayer, and patient hope?

Listen now and join the conversation. Let’s move beyond fear—and toward faithfulness.

Is poverty a result of personal failure—or a symptom of a broken system? In this episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden explores the deeply human and deeply biblical dimensions of poverty, challenging us to think beyond politics and toward compassion.

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Is poverty just a fact of life—or is it something God calls us to fight against? Tune in for a challenging, hopeful conversation that reframes how we see the least of these.

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Is science the enemy of faith—or a reflection of God’s creativity? In this episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden explores the often-tension-filled relationship between science and Christianity, offering a refreshing take that honors both Scripture and scientific discovery.

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Whether you’ve questioned how science fits with your faith or want to engage these conversations with more wisdom, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen now and discover how curiosity and reverence can go hand-in-hand in God’s world.

Should Christians even care about climate change? Some say environmentalism is political. Others say it’s biblical. In this episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden asks: What if caring for the planet isn’t about partisanship—but about partnership with God?

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Whether you’re skeptical about the climate debate or all-in on going green, this episode offers a gracious, gospel-centered approach to one of today’s most pressing (and polarizing) issues.

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What does Easter truly mean beyond the empty tomb? In this heartfelt bonus episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden sits down with his longtime friend and co-founder of Preston Trail Community Church, Pastor Jim Johnson, for an intimate conversation about faith, doubt, healing, and the presence of the resurrected Jesus.

Together, they reflect on:

As Jim prepares to preach the Easter message this year, he invites listeners to encounter the Spirit of Jesus in a fresh way. Whether you’re full of faith or carrying doubt, this episode offers an invitation to draw close to the living Savior.

🎧 Listen now and join us as we move from knowing about Easter… to experiencing the One it’s all about.

In this powerful episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden shifts the conversation from policy to people—inviting listeners to see immigrants not as a problem to solve, but as people to love. Through Scripture and story, Paul reminds us that our faith calls us to something deeper than politics: it calls us to radical hospitality.

Join us as we explore:  

How Christian hospitality can transform how we see and serve strangers: (Hebrews 13:2)

What does it look like to love “the foreigner among us” in a politically divided world? Can we be people of conviction and compassion?