The Christian Skeptic

Can Christians Smoke Weed? - with Gabi Kerwin

In this episode, special guest Gabi Kerwin discusses whether Christian can/should smoke weed or use cannabis recreationally. Gabi Kerwin is a P.A. that specializes in both General Pediatric care and Addiction Recovery medicine. She is also married to Sean, host of the show!

How Do You Make Friends?

In this episode, let's talk about what to look for in a Christian friend and why friendship is not only important, but divine.

Is Heaven Just Wish Fulfillment?

In this episode, let's talk about whether Heaven is just the wish fulfillment, carrot-dangle, of the religious simple-minded or if it actually makes sense to believe in a Heaven (and a Hell) that we can go to after this life. 

In memory of Pastor Timothy Keller.

Can Christians Support Nuclear Weapons?

In this episode, let's talk about the idea of nuclear deterrence, defense, and what that means in the life of the believer. Will nuclear weapons be a part of the end times? Let's talk about what it means if they are.

Did Jesus go to Hell?

In this episode, let's solve the age old debate between Protestants and Catholics on whether or not Jesus visited Hell after His crucifixion and prior to His resurrection. Just kidding, not going to solve it. But let's at least consider both sides and talk about some of the logic behind them.

Have I Lost My Awe of God?

This episode is a bit of a rant or a reflection depending on how you want to see it, similar to the episode "Why Don't We Know More?" Let's talk about God's holiness and finding out awe in Him.

Does the Bible Oppress Women? - Part 2

In this episode, let's look at women's role in church and spiritual communities. Can women be pastors? Can women teach? Can women have authority? Let's discuss!

Does the Bible Oppress Women? - Part 1

In this episode, let's start by taking a look at how the Bible treats women's roles in society and in the family. Is it oppressive? What does it mean if it is? Next time, we'll look at women's role as leaders and in church community.

Why Don’t We Know More?

In this episode, I ramble and reflect on recent readings, thoughts, and reflections I've had. Why do we not see the whole picture? Maybe more importantly, what is the value of realizing and keeping in mind that we don't see the bigger picture?

Is Jesus God?

In this episode, let's talk about the claims Jesus and the Bible make. Does Jesus claim to be God? Does any of it actually make sense?