The Luke Mertz Podcast

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I have a dream to ignite the world to be radically on fire for Christ. To use every opportunity to leverage my life for Christ. To use every breath in my lungs to push back Hell and to pull Heaven down.

  1. Aug 5

    Ep 24. How Desperate Can You Be? Isaiah 1

    What does it actually look like to come to God with nothing left to offer? In this episode, we dig into Isaiah chapter 1 and confront a question most of us avoid: how desperate are we really willing to be for God?

  2. May 16

    Ep 23. Can We Trust The Bible?

    In this episode, we walk through the 4 tests to determine historical credibility and then apply them all to scripture. You will be able to understand how the internal consistency, manuscript and archaeological evidence, and literary style of scripture all point to the credibility of the Bible.

  3. Apr 30

    Ep 22. Is Morality a Christian Apologetic?

    Is morality just a product of culture and upbringing? What happens when Christianity is pushed out of a society? In this episode, we examine the philosophical and biblical case for why Christianity is the only reliable preserver of objective morality.We take a hard look at current events — the rapid rise of Islam in the West and the growing influence of progressivism and secular humanism — and how both are radically redefining good and evil. We also break down the three phases of Islamic development and why understanding them matters.Then we do a deep Bible study on the end times, including 2 Timothy 3 and 2 Thessalonians 2, exploring the role of the Restrainer and the coming moral collapse during the Tribulation when Christian influence is removed.If you’ve ever wondered why society seems to be losing its moral compass, this episode connects philosophy, current events, and biblical prophecy in a sobering but hopeful way.

  4. Apr 19

    Ep 21. Before & After the Crucifixion: Historical Evidence for the Resurrection

    In this kickoff to our new apologetic series, we examine one of the most compelling pieces of evidence for the resurrection of Jesus: the radical transformation of His disciples. Imagine a group of terrified men hiding behind locked doors after watching their leader brutally crucified. Fast-forward a few weeks, and these same men are boldly preaching the resurrection in the very city where Jesus was killed, defying authorities, planting churches, and ultimately dying as martyrs, while none of them ever recanting. Using the “criterion of embarrassment,” eyewitness accounts in the Gospels, and historical records from Josephus and Eusebius, we walk through the “before and after” stories of Peter, James (Jesus’ brother), Paul, Thomas, John, and the other apostles. Why would scared failures suddenly become fearless witnesses willing to die for their claim, unless of course they really encountered the risen Christ? This episode equips you with clear, historical reasons to defend your faith and gives you practical information you can share with skeptics. We are not called to blind faith — we are called to know why we believe.

  5. Mar 6

    Ep 20. How do I Lay Down my Struggles to the Lord?

    In this episode we discuss the idea of submitting your like and your struggles to the Lord, so he can become greater through you.

  6. Feb 18

    Ep 19. Is James Talarico Right About Christianity?

    In this episode, I react to claims James Talarico makes about Christianity, Jesus’ teachings, and the Bible. We talk through topics like homosexuality, welcoming the stranger, Christianity and politics, and more. Instead of just reacting emotionally, we slow down and examine what Scripture actually says and whether the arguments being made truly hold up.

  7. Jan 13

    Ep. 18 What Is The Gospel?

    What is the Gospel and why does it matter? Before the good news makes sense, we have to face the bad news: sin, separation from God, and our need for rescue. In this episode, we clearly explain the Gospel, why being a “good person” isn’t enough, why Jesus came, and how His death and resurrection restore us to God. The Gospel isn’t self-help. It’s a rescue story.

  8. Jan 1

    Ep 17. Stop Wasting Time In 2026

    In this episode we talk about how the new year tempts us to believe we have more time. But Scripture is clear: there is no middle ground and no promised tomorrow. This episode challenges comfortable Christianity and putting off God.

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I have a dream to ignite the world to be radically on fire for Christ. To use every opportunity to leverage my life for Christ. To use every breath in my lungs to push back Hell and to pull Heaven down.

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  • Creator
    Luke Mertz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Luke Mertz
  • Show Website
    The Luke Mertz Podcast