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The Sean McDowell Show

The Sean McDowell Show

Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. Sean is an Associate Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. On this channel he tackles some of the biggest questions about God, morality, and contemporary culture. Visit www.seanmcdowell.org for more posts and info.

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64:06

The Real Story Behind the Protestant Bible

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/11/14

When did Christians first recognize the biblical canon and how do we know we have the right books? Today, we have New Testament scholar Dr. Michael Kruger (The Question of Canon) to unpack what “canon” means, why recognition began far earlier than the 4th century, and how both intrinsic factors (covenant, apostles) and extrinsic factors (heretics like Marcion) shaped the process. We also address why Protestants, Catholics, and Orthodox differ, and what to make of texts like The Shepherd

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68:05

This Changes Everything About God’s Will (ft. Greg...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/11/11

What is God’s will and how do we actually find it? Does God still speak to us today, and if so, how can we recognize His voice? Today, we have author and apologist Greg Koukl, founder of Stand to Reason, about one of the most practical and misunderstood topics in the Christian life: how to make decisions that honor God. Greg challenges the common idea that Christians must wait for a “still small voice” or a “sign” before making choices and instead points us back to what

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Could Jonah Survive in a Whale? Here’s What Science...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/11/06

Is it possible to survive inside a whale for 3 days and 3 nights? Critics often claim the biblical story of Jonah is scientifically impossible, but what if there’s more to it? In this episode, William P. Cheshire, M.D., a neurologist and professor, offers a scientific analysis of the biblical story. He discusses what modern whale research reveals, whether science and faith are truly in conflict, and how we can make sense of the story of Jonah today. READ: Has Science Swallowed the Myth of

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Tim Tebow on Failure, Fame, and Faith

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/11/04

What happens when you’ve achieved everything you ever wanted, but yet God tells you it’s not the point? Tim Tebow opens up about his journey from NFL stardom to a life devoted to serving the Most Vulnerable People. He shares how God changed his definition of success, the lessons learned from failure, and the stories of the overlooked and abandoned that transformed his heart. He speaks on how God redirected Tim’s purpose from fame to service and why humility and grace mean more than

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55:54

The Truth about Haunted Houses: Ghosts, Demons, and...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/31

Can houses actually be haunted, and if so, what kind of activity suggests it might be real? How should Christians respond when they sense their might be a demonic manifestation in their home? Author Karl Payne has personally dealt with demonic manifestation in both people and homes. He is the author of Spiritual Warfare: Christians, Demonization, and Deliverance. He takes my toughest questions on haunted houses and demonic powers. READ: Spiritual Warfare, by Karl Payne (https://amzn.to/47Hm9fw)

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62:25

Are Christians Safe from Demons?

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/24

Steve Dabbs is a retired senior military chaplain with over 35 years of full-time expertise in pastoral care. Throughout his life and ministry, he has encountered demonic activity and today he's here to answer these questions: "Can a Christian be demonized?" "Are Christians Safe from Demonic Activity?" Steve's answers might surprise you, but they are rooted both in church history and scripture. READ: When Demons Surface, by Steve Dabbs (https://amzn.to/4oDHTPh) WEBSITE: www.SteveDabbs.org WATCH:

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64:46

Wokeness Is Alive and Well—Here’s How Scripture...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/22

Is “wokeness” really dead? Apologist Neil Shenvi is here to talk about the growing influence of critical theory in culture, the church, and the next generation. They discuss why wokeness isn’t just a passing trend but a worldview rooted in a new kind of moral framework one that’s shaping how young people think about justice, identity, and truth. Rising LGBTQ+ identification rates and debates about gender, oppression, and compassion, mean that Christians need to respond with

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48:31

Can Catholics and Protestants Agree?

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/17

In this conversation, Catholic apologist Trent Horn is here to discuss his video asking 50 Catholics their favorite argument for God. This was actually a response to my video where I asked 100 apologists their favorite arguments for God. However, today we're discussing why evangelicals and Catholics often approach apologetics differently. Whether you’re a skeptic or believer, this episode challenges how you think about the rational basis for faith. WATCH:

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Is it Time to Rethink Biblical Inerrancy? A...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/14

Is there room in the church for a "flexible inerrancy," in which the Gospel writers adapted and invented sayings of Jesus according to their theological interests? For example, is it within the bounds of inerrancy to conclude that Jesus never said the words, "I thirst," although that sentiment captures his goals? These questions are at the root of a big debate within the evangelical church. And today, we have Dr. Michael Licona and Dr. John West to discuss these issues and more. Without insulting

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56:23

Iranian Muslims are Turning to Jesus–What's Happening?

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/10

What would it look like for revival to break out in the most restrictive places in the world? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Hormoz Shariat, a PhD in computer engineering, author of Iran’s Great Awakening, and the “Billy Graham of Iran.” Dr. Hormoz shares how he was born into Islam, lived through the Iranian Revolution, and still wrestled with questions of truth, injustice, and spiritual hunger until Christ radically changed his life. He talks about the incredible outreach to

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84:25

Why Mike Winger Started Exposing Bad Christian Leaders

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/10/07

Today I have on apologist Mike Winger to explain why he pivoted his channel toward investigating abuse and false teaching in the church especially in settings where prophecy is practiced without accountability. He traces how “cover-up culture” forms, why some leaders stay silent, and how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), intimidation,and platform protection can compound harm. He also lays out a biblical blueprint for dealing with credible accusations (1 Tim. 5:19–20) that protects

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31:27

Charlie Kirk, Revival, and How the Church MUST...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/30

Is there a revival in America? In the wake of the recent tragedy of Charlie Kirk, many people are turning to church and God. How must we–as individuals and as a church–respond in our cultural moment? Allie Beth Stuckey is a well known guest and friend of the show and she is here today to share her observations, unique perspective, and offer encouragement for the church. Please share stories below of how YOU have seen people repent, come to church, read their Bibles more, or change their

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48:21

The End of the World? John Lennox on AI and the Book...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/27

Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world at lightning speed bringing both incredible possibilities and sobering dangers. But how should Christians think about AI in light of Scripture, and in particular the book of Revelation? In this conversation, Dr. John Lennox joins me to discuss his concerns about AI, but also his confidence in why the end of history will not come through AI or some other manmade technology. We discuss his newest book God, AI and The End of History. READ: God, AI and the

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76:32

Ruslan’s Wakeup Call for the Church

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/26

Ruslan KD is one of the most popular and influential Christian YouTubers. He focuses on cultural analysis, from a biblical perspective, and challenges Christians to live out their faith. He has written a new book, Godly Ambition, which challenges Christians to strategically use their gifts to help advance the kingdom of God. In this interview, Ruslan shares his journey to faith, the motivation behind his career, why he is so passionate about Christians being ambitious, and he addresses some tough

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60:34

Demonic–Or Something Else? My Son's Chilling Encounter.

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/26

Today, I sit down with my 21-year-old son, Scottie, to briefly unpack a startling street conversation in New York City. While running a “Change My Mind” table at Union Square, he met a self-described Satanist who reached for tarot cards when asked about the identity of Jesus. According to my guest Steve Dabbs, author of "When Demons Surface," this was a genuine demonic encounter. We show part of the encounter, and then analyze the experience through the lens of scripture. READ: When

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Excavated at Last! What Archaeology Could Reveal...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/26

For the first time in history, archaeologists are excavating the ancient city of Colossae, the very place Paul addressed his letter to the Colossians and to Philemon. Dr. Arnold explains the significance of Colossae in the New Testament world, the challenges of getting an excavation approved in modern Türkiye, and what discoveries could reveal about the spiritual and cultural background behind Paul’s warnings to the Colossian church. From mosaics hidden under farmland to

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145:53

Why Todd McFarlane Denies God (But “Loves”...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/09

Todd McFarlane is a legend in the comic world—co-creator of Venom, record-breaking Spider-Man artist, and the mind behind Spawn. But what does he really think about God? In this candid conversation, Todd opens up about his journey, his doubts, and why he once said, “I will never believe in God.” We also dive into creativity, comics, and the deeper questions behind the stories that shape culture. *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf)

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77:32

How Much Can Christians Compromise on Sexuality?

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/09

A new book is just out offering a way for Christians to have "constructive conversations on sexuality and gender." While I am fully in support of constructive conversations (one of my goals is to model them here on YouTube) this book deeply concerns me. In this video, I do a deep-dive with Dr. Scott Rae, my Talbot School of Theology colleague and Think Biblically Podcast co-host. Let me know what you think. As always, I am open for opposing views, but on a topic this divisive, please keep comments

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Is There Life After Death? Scholar Analyzes 500+...

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/09

Gary Habermas was one of the first Christian scholars to study near-death experiences in the early 1970s. Thus, he has been studying them over 5 decades! How has the evidence changed? According to Dr. Habermas, we have hundreds of NEW documented, evidential cases just in the past few years. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Habermas about the cases he has collected and analyzed. Some involve accurate details observed miles away from the patient’s body, blind individuals seeing for the first

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67:10

When Atheists Have Visions: 9 Surprising Encounters

The Sean McDowell Show ·

2025/09/09

What happens when atheists who expect nothing after death report vivid visions of an afterlife? Dr. Steve Miller returns to unpack surprising cases of near-death experiences, deathbed visions, and other phenomena that challenge a purely naturalistic worldview. He talks about how these encounters unfold, what they describe and how they reconcile them with their beliefs. Are these experiences just brain chemistry or something more? *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA

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