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Deep Dives Into Problematic Religious Beliefs Episodes

May 21, 2025

Don't Apologize For Your Faith

Do you know why you believe what you believe? Don't worry; I didn't either for a long time. Recently, I have jumped into the deep end of apologetics, and it's been fun but confusing. Knowing WHY I have faith is important to m...

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March 26, 2025

Can Repentance Bring Healing?

Repentance is powerful! Unlock the secrets to spiritual liberation with our fascinating guest, Beatty Carmichael, as we wrap up season four with a powerful exploration of strategic repentance. Inspired by Proverbs 28:13, we p...

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March 19, 2025

Challenge Your Beliefs

Are you ready for God to challenge your beliefs? It's okay if you aren't prepared, but this episode will challenge you and your beliefs, so at least show up to it with an open mind. What if your understanding of healing and r...

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March 12, 2025

What's Wrong With The Chosen?

What if some of your everyday practices were unknowingly leading you away from the core of your Christian faith? Join me as I explore the complexities and controversies surrounding spiritual practices and The Chosen, which ma...

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March 5, 2025

Why Do Christians Defend Yoga?

Can New Age practices, such as yoga , find a place within the Christian faith, or are they inherently incompatible? This episode of Honest Christian Conversations dares to tackle this provocative question head-on. With my ins...

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Feb. 26, 2025

Is the Prosperity Gospel Worth the Investment?

Desiree Taylor returns to share her powerful personal journey from the allure of the prosperity gospel and Word of Faith movements to a deeper, more meaningful connection with Jesus. Desiree's experiences, particularly her he...

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Feb. 19, 2025

Do You Have Enough Faith?

Is the prosperity gospel leading believers astray from the faith? Pastor Chad Wagner from Excelsior Springs, Missouri, joins me to examine the controversial Word of Faith movement and its connections to New Age influences. Ou...

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Feb. 12, 2025

Do Dreams Mean Anything?

Do dreams mean anything, or are they just weird late-night pizza-induced things? Join me and Jonnie T from Refuge Freedom Stories as we tackle these questions and more, unraveling the fascinating world of dreams and visions w...

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Feb. 5, 2025

A Rebuttal to the End of Sign Gifts

In my latest episode with Jonnie T, the insightful host of Refuge Freedom Stories, we delve into the enduring presence and significance of the sign gifts such as prophecy, dreams, and visions in our modern lives. Jonnnie shar...

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Jan. 29, 2025

Do the Sign Gifts Still Exist?

The sign gifts are gone! Have you heard this before? Do you agree? Unlock the mysteries of sign gifts with Chad Wagner, pastor of Excelsior Springs Church in Missouri. What if the miraculous sign gifts described in the Bible ...

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Jan. 22, 2025

Understanding True Deliverance

What do you think about deliverance? I am still trying to think of my position on this. It's such a spiritual gray area for most people. Experience a profound journey into healing and faith with Dr. David Chotka as he shares ...

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Jan. 15, 2025

Can a Christian Be Demon Possessed?

No, a Christian can't be demon possessed! Former false prophet Dawn Hill reveals an astonishing transformation journey as she unpacks her exit from NAR and Deliverance Ministry. Spending nearly two decades immersed in demon p...

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Jan. 8, 2025

Unlocking the Secrets of Prayer and Healing

Discover the transformative power of prayer with Dr. David Chotka, a renowned pastor and leader of a global prayer ministry, offering profound insights into spiritual healing. Dr. Chotka shares the incredible journey of his w...

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Jan. 1, 2025

Is it Really All Up to Me?

is it really your job to save others? The short answer is no. Listen to this powerful story about how dangerous this mentality can be for new believers. Have you ever faced a transformative moment that redefined everything yo...

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Dec. 18, 2024

Healthy Ways to Agree to Disagree

Have you ever used the phrase "agree to disagree"? You aren't alone. Many times have I said it to someone I didn't want to argue with. This episode is a great one for those who want to learn healthy ways to "agree to disagree...

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Dec. 11, 2024

What If You Weren't Miraculously Healed?

What if the promise of being miraculously healed isn't quite what it seems? I'm thrilled to welcome back David Libby, an insightful logger and budding theologian from central Maine, to help unravel the mysteries surrounding h...

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Dec. 4, 2024

Do Generational Curses Exist?

What if the challenges you face aren't just personal but generational? Join me and my insightful guest, Richard Walsh, as we unravel the mysteries of generational curses and question their validity. Through our conversation, ...

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Nov. 27, 2024

What is the New Apostolic Reformation? Pt.2

What is NAR (New Apostolic Reformation)? This is part two of my episode with Amelia Walden discussing New Apostolic Reformation. Today, we examine this movement's controversial beliefs and practices, offering a critical persp...

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Nov. 20, 2024

What is the New Apostolic Reformation? Pt.1

Could the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) be redefining the landscape of modern Christianity? Join me and Amelia Walden, author of "From Jew to Gentile: A Transformation from Religion to Relationship," as we question the impa...

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Nov. 6, 2024

Empowering Women Through Stories of Resilience

Today's guest is all about empowering women! What happens when a home church's comforting walls morph into a cult's confining barriers? Join me as I unravel the extraordinary and courageous journey of Mischelle Saunders-Gotts...

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Oct. 2, 2024

The Power of a Personal Relationship with God

What if your understanding of faith could shift from ritualistic to a profoundly personal relationship with God? Join me as I chat with Amelia Walden, an inspiring author who has navigated the complexities of a mixed Jewish a...

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Sept. 4, 2024

Finding Peace Beyond Religious Legalism

Are you trapped in legalism? I was steeped in this for many years of my life, and the aftermath is terrible. Today's guest has written a great book about this topic and how to break free. "Created to relate". Listen to this ...

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July 17, 2024

Finding Freedom in True Worship

What happens when your rigid beliefs about worship music nearly lead you away from worship altogether? Join me as I recount my journey from the clutches of legalism to the freedom found in true worship. LINKS FOR TODAY'S EPIS...

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July 10, 2024

The Truth Behind Your Favorite Worship Tunes

Have you ever questioned the lyrics of your favorite worship songs or the teachings behind them? Discover the unsettling truths and theological inaccuracies in contemporary worship music that you may not have noticed before. ...

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