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What Is Christian Discipleship? - Cold Case Christianity
If you’re someone who’s taken your faith in Jesus seriously, there’s a good chance you’ve already been discipled by somebody. But often, that raises a basic question: what does that even mean?
Was Jesus Just a Magician? - Cold Case Christianity
When I first opened the pages of the New Testament, I didn’t approach it as a believer—I came at it as a skeptic, a detective trained to look for evidence. At that time, I was a naturalist.
Should Christians Judge Others? - Cold Case Christianity
Christians often find themselves confronted by a popular misconception: that we should never judge others. I frequently hear variations of this sentiment—“Don’t judge me,” or “We shouldn’t judge others”—passed around both within and outside the Christian community.
Was the Universe Designed for Life? - Cold Case Christianity
The universe is an incredibly complex, finely tuned environment—so precise that carbon-based life like ours can exist at all.
Why Is the First Century So Important? - Cold Case Christianity
The significance of the first century is unmistakable, whether you approach it as a believer or, like I did for many years, as a skeptic and an atheist. Even as someone deeply invested in logic and evidence, I found myself drawn repeatedly to this pivotal slice of history.
Is It Possible to Make a Case for Christianity Without the Bible? - Cold Case Christianity
It’s a question worth pondering: can we really make a compelling case for Christianity without ever opening the Bible? That’s something I’ve wrestled with for years, especially as someone who started my journey convinced there had to be a creator—a designer behind all we see.
Is It Possible to Have An Evidential Faith? - Cold Case Christianity
It’s a story most of us know, often all too well. If you’re connected with young people—maybe a son or daughter, a grandchild, a niece or nephew—you’ve likely seen or felt the sting of watching someone raised in the church walk away.
Is Discipleship More Than Mentoring? - Cold Case Christianity
There’s often confusion about the difference between mentoring and discipleship, especially within Christian circles. The terms get tossed around as if they’re interchangeable.
The Life-Changing Power of Christianity - Cold Case Christianity
When I think about how Christianity has changed my life, I’m often reminded of the relationship I have with my wife. We met in high school—she was a sophomore, I was a senior—and like any young guy trying to earn the attention of someone he admired, I did everything I could to impress her.
How Can We Trust the Gospel Accounts If They Were Written by Christians? - Cold Case Christianity
Trust in the gospel accounts, despite their Christian authorship, is a topic that comes up often in conversations about the reliability of the New Testament.
Why a “Forensic Faith” Makes All the Difference - Cold Case Christianity
As a detective, I’ve spent decades analyzing evidence, evaluating testimonies, and building cases that can withstand scrutiny in a courtroom. This investigative mindset has taught me something crucial about belief itself—not all beliefs are created equal.
When the Christmas Story Becomes Real - Cold Case Christianity
Millions are about to celebrate Christmas without thinking much about its meaning. For years, my family was the same.
Testing the Historic Truth of Christmas - Cold Case Christianity
Every December, even those who doubt the claims of Christianity often find themselves celebrating Christmas. But beneath the cultural festivities lies one extraordinary assertion: God entered human history in the person of Jesus of Nazareth.
Testing the Historic Truth of Christmas – Cold Case Christianity
Every December, even those who doubt the claims of Christianity often find themselves celebrating Christmas. But beneath the cultural festivities lies one extraordinary assertion: God entered human history in the person of Jesus of Nazareth.
Does the Reality of Evil Disprove the Existence of God? | Cold Case Christianity
Evil has always been one of the most common challenges raised against belief in God. I’ve faced that question many times — not just in philosophy classrooms or public debates, but at crime scenes and in living rooms where grief hangs heavy.
Is Christianity “Anti-Science”? | Cold Case Christianity
The idea that Christians are inherently anti-science is not only common but persistent, echoed in conversations and cultural commentary for as long as I can remember.
Did Jesus Claim to Be God? – Cold Case Christianity
When skeptics argue that Jesus never actually claimed to be God, they often mean that Jesus didn’t utter the words, “I am God. Worship me.”
How Can I Address Scientific Issues If I Don’t Have a Formal Science Education? – Cold Case Christianity
When it comes to conversations about science and faith, many Christians feel intimidated—especially when the other person has formal scientific training. I get it.
Can We Rely on the Disciples’ Words in the Gospels? – Cold Case Christianity
Many skeptics question whether we can truly rely on the words of the disciples as recorded in the Gospels, simply because these accounts were written by Christians. The assumption is that once someone becomes convinced of a claim, their testimony is instantly biased and, therefore, unreliable.
Four Ways the Earth Is Fine-Tuned for Life – Cold Case Christianity
The just so appearance of “fine-tuning” in our universe is rather uncontroversial amongst scientists and cosmologists. Even Paul Davies (who is agnostic when it comes to the notion of a Divine Designer) readily stipulates, “Everyone agrees that the universe looks as if it was designed for life.”