In this episode, we take a deep look at sin—what it is, where it came from, and why it matters so much to God. Starting in Genesis with Adam and Eve, we explore how sin entered the world, why its consequences are so serious, and why sexual sin is emphasized throughout Scripture. Finally, we unpack the heart of the gospel: why Jesus had to die for our sins, and how God’s justice and love meet at the cross.

Biblical References:

Genesis 1
Genesis 2
Genesis 2:16–17
Genesis 3
Genesis 4:25
Genesis 1:28
Genesis 9:27
Psalm 17:3
Isaiah 59:2
Matthew 22:37–39
Matthew 5:8
Matthew 19:6
Mark 10:8
Mark 10:9
John 14:15
John 19:30
Romans 3:23
Romans 5:12
Romans 6:23
Romans 13:13–14
1 Corinthians 6:18
Galatians 5:16
1 Thessalonians 4:3

In this episode, we tackle one of the most common objections to Christianity: “How can Christianity be the only true religion?” We explore why every worldview makes truth claims, what Jesus said about being the only way to God, and how Christianity compares with other major religions on the question of salvation. Through scripture, stories, and real-world examples, we explain why clarity about truth is loving—and why Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection matter more than any system of works.

Biblical References:

1. John 14:62. John 10:93. John 3:364. John 3:165. 1 Timothy 2:56. Romans 6:237. 1 Corinthians 8:68. Acts 16:30–319. John 3:16

Non-Biblical References:

1. Norman Geisler2. Michael Kolenda3. Christian Apologetics – book by Norman Geisler4. Religion Without God – book by Michael Kolenda5. John Lennox6. Bhagavad Gita

In this episode we discuss the difficult question, “why does God allow evil and suffering?” We dive into what evil is, why it exists, and why God allows suffering in the world.

Biblical References:

1. Jeremiah 17:9

2. Psalm 34:18

3. Isaiah 53:3

4. Job 1:8

5. Job 2:3

6. James 1:2–4

7. 1 Peter 5:10

8. Romans 8:28

9. Revelation 21:4

Extra-Biblical References:

1. “Mere Christianity” - C.S. Lewis

2. "How Free Will Conflicts with Atheism" - Dr. Tim Stratton

In this episode we tackle the challenging question of whether God commanded genocide in the context of the Canaanites. Join us as we explore the historical and moral implications of God's commands, and the distinction between divine judgment and genocide.

Biblical References

1. Genesis 12:1–3

2. Exodus 23:28–31

3. Exodus 33:2

4. Exodus 34:24

5. Leviticus 18

6. Numbers 13:28–29

7. Numbers 21:32

8. Numbers 33:52–55

9. Deuteronomy 33:27

10. Joshua 2

11. Joshua 3:10

12. Joshua 6

13. Joshua 9:24

14. Joshua 10–11

15. Joshua 11:14

16. Joshua 11:20

17. Joshua 11:21–23

18. Joshua 12:1

19. Joshua 13:1

20. Joshua 13:6

21. Joshua 15–19

22. Joshua 23:5

23. Joshua 23:9

24. Joshua 24:8

25. Joshua 24:12

26. Joshua 24:18

27. Ezekiel 18:31–32

28. Ezekiel 33:11

29. 2 Samuel 12:14

30. 2 Samuel 12:23
    

Extra-Biblical References

1. “Is God a Moral Monster” - Paul Copan

2. “Is God a Vindictive Bully” - Paul Copan

3. “How Did The Ancient Israelites Understand the CONQUEST OF CANAAN?” - Dr. Michael S. Heiser

In This Episode we discuss the problem of slavery, and ask the question, does the Bible condone slavery? Welcome to Season 2 of The Evidential Faith Podcast!

Biblical References:

1. God’s View of Human Worth

• Genesis 1:26–27

• Genesis 1:31

• Job 31:15

• Genesis 9:25–27

• Exodus 20:1–2

2. Historical Context: Ancient Slavery vs. Modern Slavery

• Leviticus 25:44–46

• Leviticus 25:39–40

• Exodus 21:5–6

• Exodus 21:2

• Deuteronomy 15:13–14

• Deuteronomy 23:15–16

• Exodus 21:16

• Exodus 21:3

3. God’s Laws Reveal His Heart

• Matthew 19:8

• Exodus 21:20–21

• Exodus 21:26–27

• Leviticus 25:39–40

• Leviticus 25:53

• Deuteronomy 15:13–14

• Leviticus 25:44–46

4. The New Testament: Spiritual Freedom and Equality

• Luke 4:18

• Galatians 3:28

• Ephesians 6:5–9

• Colossians 4:1

• Philemon 1:16

• 1 Timothy 1:8–11

5. Christianity and the Abolition Movement

• Luke 10 (The Good Samaritan — especially verses 25–37)

Extra-Biblical References:

• Is God a Moral Monster? - Dr. Paul Copan

• Is God a Vindictive Bully? - Dr. Paul Copan

• Answering the Question: "Why Doesn't the Bible Condemn Slavery?"

• The Old Testament and slavery

• Does The Bible Support Slavery?

• SLAVERY and the BIBLE!? Explained!

Season 1 Finale: We recap the evidence for God, Jesus, and the Bible from the past 9 episodes and share next steps for those convinced by the case for Christianity.

Correction: At 30:40 Jake cites Romans 6:13, but the correct verse is Romans 3:23. Apologies for the mix-up!

Biblical References:

1. Romans 3:23

Extra-Biblical References:

1. Michael Behe – Darwin’s Black Box (book)

2. Cambrian Explosion – paleontological concept (fossil record evidence)

3. Richard Dawkins – River Out of Eden: A Darwinian View of Life (1995)

4. Friedrich Nietzsche – philosophical writings (quote cited: “You have your way, I have my way...”)

5. Lee Strobel – The Case for Christ (book)

6. Masoretic Texts – historical manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible

7. Dead Sea Scrolls – ancient manuscripts validating Old Testament text

8. Bart Ehrman – New Testament textual critic (views on textual variants)

9. Peter W. Stoner – Science Speaks (book on probability & prophecy)

10. Exhibition Bible – YouTube channel on biblical archaeology

In this episode we dive into biblical prophecy and archaeological discoveries that corroborate the historicity and reliability of the bible. We also discuss the broken state of the world and the answer to the mess we find ourselves in.

Biblical References:

1. Micah 5:2

2. Matthew 2:1

3. Isaiah 7:14

4. Matthew 1:22–23

5. Psalm 22:16–18

6. John 19

7. Zechariah 9:9

8. Matthew 21:1–11

9. Luke 19:41–44

10. Deuteronomy 28:64

11. Ezekiel 36–37

12. Isaiah 13

13. Isaiah 14

14. Isaiah 47

15. Jeremiah 50–51

16. Isaiah 44:28

17. 2 Chronicles 32:30

18. 2 Kings 20:20

19. John 9

Extra-Biblical References:

1. Biblical Archaeology Society - https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-artifacts/the-tel-dan-inscription-the-first-historical-evidence-of-the-king-david-bible-story/

2. Expedition Bible - https://www.youtube.com/@ExpeditionBible

3. Biblical Places - https://www.bibleplaces.com/heztunnel/?srsltid=AfmBOoqZ_mPkuO71AyQkFDbaumX5okyvlgL_BOcPRNJLLdgnhOi7Pvup

4. Biblical Archaeology Society - https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-sites-places/jerusalem/the-bethesda-pool-site-of-one-of-jesus-miracles/

Is the Bible reliable? How do we know if the modern Bible is the same as the original ancient writings? Isn’t the Bible just a copy of a copy, or a translation of a translation? We are going to discuss all these questions and more in today’s episode!

Biblical References:

• Exodus 24:3–4

• Hebrews 1:1–2

• John 18:31–33, 37–38

• Luke 9:44

• Isaiah 53:3-6
  

Extra-Biblical References:

• Frank Turek & Norman Geisler, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist

• On Old Testament writings and manuscripts - Transmission of the Biblical Text - World Video Bible School

• Compare the Dead Sea Scroll book of Isaiah to modern version - http://dss.collections.imj.org.il/chapters_pg

On Direct Translation & Manuscripts

• Bruce M. Metzger & Bart D. Ehrman, The Text of the New Testament: Its Transmission, Corruption, and Restoration (Oxford University Press, 2005).

• F. F. Bruce, The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable? (Eerdmans, 2003).

• Daniel B. Wallace, Revisiting the Corruption of the New Testament (Kregel, 2011).
  

On Translation Philosophy

• Gordon D. Fee & Mark L. Strauss, How to Choose a Translation for All Its Worth (Zondervan, 2007).

• Leland Ryken, The Word of God in English: Criteria for Excellence in Bible Translation (Crossway, 2002).
  

On Checks and Balances (Translation Committees)

• • NIV Bible Translation Committee info: NIV Translation Philosophy
  • ESV Translation Committee: Crossway’s ESV Translation Overview