The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast

J. Warner Wallace
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The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast is hosted by J. Warner Wallace. J. Warner is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries. The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.

  1. 21 Clues Everyone Misses About Jesus' Deity in John's Gospel

    hace 5 días

    21 Clues Everyone Misses About Jesus' Deity in John's Gospel

    Is Jesus really God, or did the church just make that up later? In this episode of Cold-Case Christianity, homicide detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace works through the Gospel of John like a case file, pulling one key piece of evidence from each chapter (John 2–21) to test the viral claim, "Jesus never even said He was God." You'll see how titles, reactions, and "hidden in plain sight" details in John quietly build a powerful cumulative case that Jesus is more than a great teacher—He is God in the flesh. If this episode helps you, please subscribe and rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform so more people can discover this content.

    1 h 48 min
  2. How Should Christians Respond When The World Is On Fire?

    24 jun

    How Should Christians Respond When The World Is On Fire?

    In this episode, J. Warner Wallace joins The Bill Arnold Show to discuss how followers of Jesus can thoughtfully respond to the recent events in Minneapolis. Drawing on his background as a cold-case detective and Christian apologist, J. Warner explores how to separate facts from headlines, think biblically about justice, authority, and race, and model truth and hope in a culturally divided moment. Listen in as we examine how to apply a forensic faith framework to breaking news, avoid outrage-driven narratives, and live out a distinctly Christian response in times of crisis. Check out The Bill Arnold Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theBillArnoldshow Learn more in J. Warner's book "The Truth in True Crime": https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496472592 If this conversation is helpful, please subscribe and leave a review on whatever podcast platform you're using—it really helps others discover the show.

    54 min

  3. 17 jun

    What 1,300 Years of SILENCE Says About the Shroud of Turin

    Is the Shroud of Turin a genuine relic of Jesus, a medieval hoax, or something else entirely? In this second episode on the Shroud of Turin, cold-case detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace examines the shroud the way he would any piece of evidence in a homicide trial, focusing on chain of custody, historical silence, and what the earliest Christians actually relied on to make the case for the resurrection. For more on how to investigate the claims of Christianity like a detective, check out the book Cold-Case Christianity: https://amzn.to/42XtJhu Visit our website for articles, videos, and resources: https://www.coldcasechristianity.com If you find this podcast helpful, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform—it really helps us reach more people with the case for Christianity.

    1 h 26 min
  4. Did We Make Up God… or Superheroes? A Cold-Case Detective Investigates

    10 jun

    Did We Make Up God… or Superheroes? A Cold-Case Detective Investigates

    Are our favorite superheroes just modern myths—or are they clues that we were made for something more? In this episode, cold-case detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace takes you on a deep dive into the "theology of superheroes." Drawing from Marvel, DC, and other comic-book universes, J. Warner explores how the attributes we assign to our heroes—unlimited power, knowledge, justice, mercy, sacrificial love, and even "friendly neighborhood" presence—mirror the classic attributes of God described in Christian scripture and theology. Why do we long for an all-powerful but good savior? Why do stories about incorruptible heroes, just vigilantes, and self-sacrificing champions move us so deeply? And what if our obsession with superheroes isn't an escape from reality, but evidence of a deeper, God-shaped longing we can't shake? Along the way, J. Warner connects specific heroes and scenes—from street-level protectors to godlike cosmic beings—to the eternal, omnipotent, omniscient, just, loving, and present God of the Bible, and builds a cumulative case that our stories are echoing a much older, truer Story. If you find this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Your reviews help more people discover the show and think clearly about faith, culture, and the evidence for Christianity.

    1 h 8 min
  5. If the Gospel Is So Powerful, Why Bother Persuading Anyone?

    3 jun

    If the Gospel Is So Powerful, Why Bother Persuading Anyone?

    Many Christians say, "Just preach the gospel—God will do the rest." But Scripture paints a richer picture: the gospel is the power of God for salvation, and God still calls us to reason, explain, and persuade. In this episode, J. Warner Wallace walks through key passages—from Romans and Proverbs to the book of Acts—to show how Jesus' first followers actually shared the message. You'll see why Peter, Paul, and the other apostles worked so hard to contextualize the same unchanging gospel for very different audiences, from devout Jews to skeptical philosophers and hostile officials. J. Warner then turns to our modern, post‑Christian culture and makes the case that wise persuasion and careful "translation" are not optional add‑ons, but part of biblical evangelism. You'll learn why trusting the Spirit and the power of the message should actually motivate you to think harder about your words, your tone, and your starting point in every conversation. If this episode challenges or helps you, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—your feedback helps more people discover this content and strengthens our growing community of Christian case makers.

    1 h 10 min
  6. Deconstruction vs. Truth: A Detective Looks at the New Doubt Movement

    27 may

    Deconstruction vs. Truth: A Detective Looks at the New Doubt Movement

    In this conversation, J. Warner Wallace joins Janelle Wood from Finding Something Real to examine the case for Christianity through the lens of a cold-case detective. Together they explore evidence, doubt, and the reliability of the Gospels, offering practical help for anyone wrestling with whether Christianity is really true. Watch more from Finding Something Real with Janelle Wood on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FindingSomethingReal Learn more in Cold-Case Christianity: A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels: https://amzn.to/42XtJhu Please subscribe and leave a review of this podcast on whatever platform you're using—it really helps others discover the show.

    1 h 22 min
  7. Does God Exist? A Cold‑Case Detective Reacts to TikTok Atheists

    20 may

    Does God Exist? A Cold‑Case Detective Reacts to TikTok Atheists

    In this episode, J. Warner Wallace — cold-case detective, Christian apologist, and author of God's Crime Scene — reacts to the most viral atheist claims circulating on TikTok right now and runs them through the same forensic framework he used to solve decades-old murders. The central question: Can you account for all the evidence in the universe by staying inside the universe? Whether you're a skeptic, a deconstructing believer, or a Christian who's been rattled by what you've seen on social media, this episode is your call-out bag for the most common objections you'll face. 📖 Get the book this episode is based on: God's Crime Scene: A Cold-Case Detective Examines the Evidence for a Divinely Created Universe by J. Warner Wallace 👉 http://amzn.to/2kAroVD   If this episode helped you or challenged you, please subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Reviews help more people find the evidence. Thank you for being part of the investigation.

    1 h 2 min
  8. Jesus on Trial: Investigating 5 Difficult Verses in the Gospels

    13 may

    Jesus on Trial: Investigating 5 Difficult Verses in the Gospels

    In this episode, I put five of Jesus' hardest sayings under the investigative spotlight. As a cold-case homicide detective, I've spent my career testing witness statements, examining context, and following the evidence wherever it leads. In this "case file," I apply that same approach to some of the most troubling verses in the Gospels. Along the way, I'll walk through investigative tools you can use on any tough passage: Examining the historical and literary context Comparing parallel gospel accounts Understanding ancient language and idiom Testing skeptical vs. Christian explanations to see which best fits the facts If you've ever wondered whether these verses disqualify Jesus as a trustworthy source of truth, this episode is for you. Want to go deeper and learn how to think like a detective about your faith? Check out my book Forensic Faith for an in‑depth look at building a case for Christianity and living it out with confidence. 👉 If this podcast helps you: Please subscribe so you don't miss future "case files" Leave a rating and review in your podcast app—it really helps others discover the show Share this episode with someone who struggles with Jesus' difficult teachings

    1 h 15 min
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The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast is hosted by J. Warner Wallace. J. Warner is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University and a faculty member at Summit Ministries. The Cold-Case Christianity podcast explores the evidence for God's existence, the reliability of the Bible and the truth of the Christian worldview. Please visit our website at www.ColdCaseChristianity.com.

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    J. Warner Wallace
  • Años de actividad
    2007 - 2026
  • Episodios
    508
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