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Why are Bible sales experiencing a surprising 22% surge? Is Western culture becoming spiritually curious again? In this episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef welcomes Dr. Sean McDowell—author, speaker, and Biola University professor—to unpack this unexpected trend.
Sean shares insights from his years of engaging the next generation on matters of faith, culture, and apologetics. Together, they explore:
Drawing on historical shifts, current research, and his experiences equipping students and churches, Sean encourages believers to rethink how we present the gospel in this pivotal moment. Instead of arguing like it's still the era of the "new atheists," it’s time to listen, ask better questions, and meet people in their spiritual hunger.
Guest Bio
Dr. Sean McDowell is a professor of apologetics at Biola University, the cohost of the Think Biblically podcast, and a best-selling author. His latest book, Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture, helps Christians address today’s toughest questions with clarity and compassion.
Connect with Sean:
Website: seanmcdowell.org
YouTube: Sean McDowell
Instagram: @sean_mcdowell
For more original podcasts from Leading The Way, please visit ltw.org/subscriptions
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Why are Bible sales experiencing a surprising 22% surge? Is Western culture becoming spiritually curious again? In this episode of Candid Conversations, Jonathan Youssef welcomes Dr. Sean McDowell—author, speaker, and Biola University professor—to unpack this unexpected trend.
Sean shares insights from his years of engaging the next generation on matters of faith, culture, and apologetics. Together, they explore:
Drawing on historical shifts, current research, and his experiences equipping students and churches, Sean encourages believers to rethink how we present the gospel in this pivotal moment. Instead of arguing like it's still the era of the "new atheists," it’s time to listen, ask better questions, and meet people in their spiritual hunger.
Guest Bio
Dr. Sean McDowell is a professor of apologetics at Biola University, the cohost of the Think Biblically podcast, and a best-selling author. His latest book, Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture, helps Christians address today’s toughest questions with clarity and compassion.
Connect with Sean:
Website: seanmcdowell.org
YouTube: Sean McDowell
Instagram: @sean_mcdowell
For more original podcasts from Leading The Way, please visit ltw.org/subscriptions

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