Apologetics and theology go hand in hand. But before we can defend the faith, we have to know what we believe. In this podcast listeners will make a look at an important aspect of theology: the revelation of God.Listeners will understand what revelation is, what it isn’t, how God reveals Himself in nature and through His word, and what He has communicated. Parents are then offered discussion topics and relevant resources to nurture discussions on the revelation of God.Main Points CoveredWhat Revelation is and isn’tWhat God has revealed about HimselfHow He has done thisPeople and Resources Mentioned1 John 4:1Isiah 1:182 Timothy 3:16Deuteronomy 29:29Romans 1:20Psalms 19:1Romans 2:15-162 Timothy 3:15Mark 12:30-31Recommended BooksThe BibleChristian Liberty Nature ReadersFearfully and Wonderfully MadeCrafted by God by Dr. Georgia Purdom and Stacia McKeeverKeeping your kid on God’s Side by Natasha CrainTheology for Today by Elmer TownsUnfamiliar VocabularyDivine Hiddenness: Argues that God hides to prevent created persons from reacting inappropriatelyPost-Modernism: a late 20th-century movement in philosophy and literary theory that generally questions the basic assumptions of Western philosophy in the modern periodCosmological Argument: God is the CauseTeleological argument (fine-tuning): God is the DesignerAnthropological argument: through human nature we see God is a personal God

Equip your children with the spiritual armor they need to navigate the cultural challenges they face in school. Join us as we walk through key strategies for instilling a strong sense of identity in Christ, using We'll discuss how to affirm your child's true worth and identity, rooted in their Creator, and provide practical advice for facing the unique pressures that come with today's social media-driven world. We also address the unique challenges faced by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, who are influenced by social media to seek validation externally. By reinforcing that their identity is rooted in being made in God's image, we guide parents on how to instill a Christ-centered worldview in their children, using examples from the Bible.We'll discuss how to guide your children to think critically, ask the right questions, and stand firm in their faith amidst the temptations and false ideologies promoted by secular society. Together, let's ensure our children are spiritually ready for the year ahead and ready to reflect God's image to those around themMain Points CoveredYour Identity is in ChristTruth MattersBe on GuardTest the SpiritsBe Willing to do the Hard Thing.People and Resources MentionedPsalm 139:13-141 Corinthians 6:19-20Luke 15Ephesians 6Proverbs 22:6John 14:6Colossians 3:9Colossians 4:61 Peter 3:15John 17:17-19Deuteronomy 41 Peter 5:8Nehemiah 4:17-23Mark 12:30Colossians 2:81 John 4Romans 1:16Esther 4:14Colossians 3Quote from Jason Whitlock: “When we are fearful before God we are fearless before culture.”A Look at Black Lives Matter with Monique DusonThanks To Our SponsorsAquaTruHaving safe, clean water is the last thing you want to worry about, but unfortunately, According to extensive research by the Environmental Working Group, virtually every home in America has harmful contaminants in its tap water. That's why we love our AquaTru water filter. AquaTru purifiers use a 4-stage reverse osmosis purification process, and their countertop purifiers work with NO installation or plumbing.Mama Bear Apologetics listeners can receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “MBA“ at checkout. AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee.—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]

Mom’s have a lot go great questions regarding how they can share their faith with unbelievers, and raise kids who are empowered to do the same. Should we ambush our friends with all the knowledge we’ve streamed over the past week or keep silent for fear of rocking the boat? In this podcast Lindsey Medenwaldt gives some great advice on how build bridges with those around us. Listeners will find out where to start their witnessing journey, tool needed, how to navigate different worldviews, and witnessing in the midst of cancel culture.Main Points CoveredSharing Faith With Friends and FamilyCommon Misconceptions about ApologeticsNavigating Online Interactions With HumilityBuilding Bridges Through Truth and FriendshipBoundaries vs Bridges in RelationshipsPeople and Resources MentionedPsalm 91Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to get along even when we disagree by Lindsey MedenwaldtTactics by Gregory KouklUnfamiliar TermsShalom: concern for the wholeness, flourishing, completeness of a person.Chew and Spit Method Thanks To Our SponsorsAirDoctorAmericans take about 20,000 breaths a day and spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. AirDoctor is the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!

Prayer is many things: an act of worship, way to do battle, how we commune with the almighty, and an act of submission in supplication. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Satan is intent about warping their prayer life. In this podcast Amy discusses two commons myths that cripple the prayer life of kids and adults. Listeners will hear biblical truth break these strongholds and learn practical tips to nurture a healthy prayer life. Lastly, listeners are equipped with an important discernment skill that every believer needs to learn when it comes to prayer: testing the spirits. Filled with practical advice relevant for every walk, this podcast will leave you feeling refreshed and trained to disciple your children in prayer.Main Points CoveredWhat is prayer in the life of the believer?Recognize that not everything is a “Mountaintop Moment”There are no "lone wolves" when it comes to prayerTest the spirits. The Holy Spirit isn't the only spirit at work.People and Resources Mentioned1 Kings 19:11-132 Timothy 3:16-17Proverbs 27:17Romans 1:121 Thessalonians 5:11Hebrews 10:25Ephesians 6:12The Screwtape letters by CS LewisEpisode 69: Mentorship and How it Can Affect Your Kids with Gale Carter Thanks To Our SponsorsAirDoctorAmericans take about 20,000 breaths a day and spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. AirDoctor is the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!

Yoga is one of the most popular forms of exercise for women. It’s said to help with everything from balance to blood pressure, so there’s no problem with it, right? Turns out, there is more than meets the eye. In this podcast Alexa Kramer shares the background of yoga that you won’t get in your average class. Listens will learn the worldview of yoga, the purpose of worship behind each pose, and the surprising history behind “ooomhm.” She and Amy then discuss whether or not “christian yoga” is possible and how to help your kids speak truth and grace.If you’ve ever thought that yoga is just about stretching, you won’t want to miss this episode.Main Points CoveredDifference between yoga as an aspect of eastern religion vs what is done today.The history and worldview of yoga.How is the yoga done today? What do we see in the studios?What is “ooohm”?What are the purposes of the poses?Can you have Christian Yoga?How can we nurture a truth and grace approach with our kids?People and Resources MentionedCrash Course on YogaROARing through YogaThe Second Coming of the New Age - By Josh Peck & Steven BancarzThe Becket Cook Show on Yoga Podcast EpisodeThanks To Our SponsorsAmericans take about 20,000 breaths a day and spend an average of 90% of their time indoors.The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. AirDoctor is the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!Unfamiliar VocabularyEsoteric: Intended for only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.Monism: A doctrine which maintains either that there is ultimately only one thing, or only one kind of thing.Asanas: Specific body poses practiced within Yoga that are intended to be forms of worship.Chakra: In Hinduism, means “wheel” and refers to energy points in your body.

Professor Nancy Pearcey, renowned author of "The Toxic War on Masculinity," joins us in this enlightening episode of Mama Bear Apologetics to tackle the complex issues surrounding masculinity, Christianity, and culture at large. We discuss the cultural assault on masculinity and how the church can counteract these negative narratives, providing a balanced view that uplifts men rather than tearing them down. Nancy offers valuable insights, supported by sociological data, that demonstrate how evangelical men who are deeply committed to their faith actually excel as husbands and fathers.We journey through the historical transformations in perceptions of masculinity, from family-centric values to the career-driven ambitions influenced by Darwinian evolution and social Darwinism. Highlighting the troubling narratives from influencers like Andrew Tate and Myron Gaines, we emphasize the urgency for the church to present a positive and healthy view of masculinity. These secular scripts, often equating manhood with promiscuity and primal behavior, are infiltrating even Christian educational environments, creating conflicting messages for young men about strength and character. We also explore the significant role of fatherhood in nurturing healthy masculinity. This episode is packed with thought-provoking insights, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and supporting the role of men in the family and the church.Main Points CoveredWhere does the war on masculinity stem from?Is there a difference in “toxic masculinity” between evangelical and non-evangelical men?How the Industrial Revolution changed what the expectation of men in the home was.The difference between a real man and a good man.What does it mean to be a man?People and Resources MentionedNancy Pearcey - Author of "The Toxic War on Masculinity" and "Total Truth."Brad Wilcox - Sociologist at the University of Virginia, cited for his research on evangelical men and family dynamics. Washington Post Article "Why Can't We Hate Men?"The Moral Animal by Robert WrightUnfamiliar VocabularySocial Darwinism: The theory that individuals, groups, and peoples are subject to the same Darwinian laws of natural selection and plants and animals.Andrew Tate: An American-British social media personality, whose views are often seen as mysoginistic and controversial.The Cultural Mandate: Be fruitful and multiply and subdue the Earth.

Could your child's playlist be as influential as their peers? That's the question we tackle, as Taylor Swift's "Tortured Poets Department" sweeps through headphones and homes, stirring a wave of concern among Christian parents. We’re peering into the heart of the matter, unraveling how the melodies and lyrics that echo in our kids' ears might be shaping their worldviews and emotional landscapes. We're not just talking tunes here—we're discussing the seeds of beliefs being planted with every beat and verse they hear.The allure of beats and harmonies isn't simply a matter of taste—it's a powerful force with the capacity to sway moods and beliefs. This episode isn't shy about confronting the myths surrounding the impact of music like Taylor Swift's, challenging the notion that it's all harmless entertainment. Instead, we spotlight the psychological and spiritual battlegrounds within our children's mental health, leaning on both scripture and science to navigate this complex terrain. We're opening up the conversation to equip families with the discernment needed to face the subtle, yet profound, influences their children encounter in their favorite playlists.Navigating the celebrity culture maze becomes all the more important when stars like Swift command not just the airwaves, but also the hearts of their listeners. We dissect the weighty influence wielded by artists over their fanbases, recognizing the fine line between admiration and idolization. By fostering a foundation built on truth, we empower our listeners to guide their children in engaging with culture without losing their footing in faith. It's a call to all parents to anchor their young ones in a faith that withstands the tidal waves of cultural fads and fan fervor. Main Points CoveredShould I be concerned about my kids listening to Taylor Swift?How does music affect the brain?Art is an expression of worldview.Being a "Swifty" should not be a primary identity statement.Be on guard for yourself and your children so that you aren’t taken in by the culture.Tips for healthily engaging with your kids around music.People and Resources MentionedRomans 1:18Mark 12:30Romans 12:21 Corinthians 10:5University of Central Florida ArticleThanks to Our SponsorsThe CSB Bible TranslationThe brand-new CSB Men’s Daily Bible makes the ideal Father’s Day gift. Whether it be for a biological, adoptive, or spiritual father, they’ll love the thoughtfulness and intentionality behind a gift that walks with them through the finer points of fatherhood specifically and manhood generally. Use the code MDB50 at lifeway.com and you will receive 50% off your purchase.

SummaryMy heart swells with gratitude when I recall the gentle whispers of wisdom my own mother shared with me, shaping my spiritual path. This Mother's Day, join us as we celebrate the extraordinary influence mothers, both biological, adoptive and spiritual have on nurturing faith. Alongside my friend and ministry partner Alexa, we weave together touching narratives and Biblical wisdom to honor the irreplaceable role of mothers in faith formation.The world often measures success in material wealth and titles, but we want to acknowledge the profound beauty in the simplicity of a faith-filled home. Drawing inspiration from Proverbs 31:26, we discuss the pressures modern moms face, encouraging a return to wisdom, kindness, and the nurturing of young souls.We also discuss the importance of a nurturing church environment that shows respect, equips for the journey, and accepts every mom with open arms. As we wrap up, we offer parenting wisdom and encouragement, acknowledging the various expressions of motherhood and the power of speaking life into our children. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to all the 'mama bears' out there, standing firm in faith and love.to a resource that helps you have those conversations with your children.Main Points CoveredMom’s you are vital in nurturing the faith of your child.You don’t have to “have it all” to have it all.Your church is there for you.People and Resources MentionedProverbs 31:26https://www.barna.com/research/spiritually-vibrant-household/https://www.barna.com/research/faith-heritage-faith-practice/https://www.barna.com/research/moms-christians-households/Thanks to our SponsorsThe CSB Bible TranslationThe brand-new CSB Men’s Daily Bible makes the ideal Father’s Day gift. Whether it be for a biological, adoptive, or spiritual father, they’ll love the thoughtfulness and intentionality behind a gift that walks with them through the finer points of fatherhood specifically and manhood generally. Use the code MDB50 at lifeway.com and you will receive 50% off your purchase.

SummaryOn this episode we are Joined by Christopher Yuan to discuss The Holy Sexuality Project and what led him to create it. Christopher vulnerably shares his story of how he stepped into a homosexual lifestyle and how, as he says, the prayers of his own Mama Bear led to his salvation. We focus on the pivotal role of parents and grandparents in shaping the conversation on sexuality, emphasizing the necessity of home discipleship. Through the lens of Christopher's ministry, we explore why he felt the need to create resources aimed at equipping families to broach these topics from a biblical context.We also discuss the challenges and timing of introducing the concept of sexuality to children and the pressing need for parents to guide their children before the onset of puberty. We recognize the flood of "almost true" information that surrounds our kids on a daily basis, even from the Christian community and the hope of this episode is to not only help provide a biblical context for confronting that messaging but also point you to a resource that helps you have those conversations with your children.Main Points CoveredWhat is the current landscape of the sexuality conversation in our culture?When is right time to talk with your child about sexuality.The importance of clarity over agreement in the conversation of sexuality.What is Side A and Side B as it relates to the Christian conversation on sexuality?What is a biblical view of identity and sexuality?People and Resources MentionedThe Holy Sexuality ProjectChristopher Yuan's WebsiteJeremiah 29:11Matthew 18:6-14Unfamiliar VocabularySide A: Your sexual orientation is unchangeable and is part of your identity that should be accepted.Side B: Your sexual orientation is unchangeable and is a part of your identity that should be deprived.Celibacy (in relation to Side B same-sex orientation): A volitional vocation of being single. (This is a practice primarily informed by the worldview that your sexual orientation cannot be transformed, but is a part of who you are).

SummaryHello, fellow Mama Bears! On this episode we are ROAR'ing through the latest He Gets Us commercial that aired during the Super Bowl at the beginning of this year. We want to take a careful look at what the message is and what it isn't. Our hope is to highlight the importance of sifting through the media we consume, even media that appears wholesome of biblical on the surface. We want to hold the message of the He Gets Us commercial against the scriptures to examine where it does or doesn't line up with what the Bible teaches.We will do walk through each step of our ROAR method to discern what the appropriate steps are for engaging with that message and how to disciple our children accordingly. We're here to empower each other to raise discerning, wise, and loving families. So, let's sharpen our ability to recognize truth under the veneer of messages that surround us, and pass on this legacy of wisdom to our little ones.Main Points CoveredWhat is the He Gets Us campaign?The 4 issues we see with the message of the He Gets Us Super Bowl commercialHow to discern the the false and true messaging in the commercialHow shepherd your children in media consumptionPeople and Resources MentionedHe Gets Us CommercialCommercial ExplanationJohn 13:1-20Luke 22:24Prov 6:16-19James 1:19Colossians 4:6Thanks to Our SponsorsThis episode is made possible in part by the support of Summit Ministries. Our hope, like yours, is that your children will grow up to develop an unshakeable faith, to be followers of Jesus Christ and live out His call on their lives in a way that brings God’s glory and flourishing. That's one of the reasons we love Summit. Summit takes biblical worldview training and makes it seriously fun. If you have a child between the ages of sixteen to twenty-two, send them to a two week conference in Colorado or Georgia this summer. Register today at summit.org/roar/. Save $200 when you use the code ROAR24.

In this episode of Mama Bear Apologetics, we discuss all things bible translations — Formal, Functional, and Optimal. We also explore the difference between a translations and paraphrases. We delve into the historical sacrifices made by early translators to bring the Bible into the English language and offer guidance on choosing translations that foster faith and understanding, especially for children and new believers.We dissect the balance between literal accuracy and readability, as well as the pros and cons of each type of translation or paraphrase. And we also address the much asked question "What translation do we use at Mama Bear Apologetics?" Finally, we address the "KJV Only" movement — what is it, how should we approach it, and what is the historical context that should come to bear on the topic. This episode invites listeners to broaden their understanding of bible translations and their historical context so that the power and clarity of God's word is not lost in translation.Main Points CoveredHow did we get our translations?Broad categories for translation typesTranslations vs ParaphraseWhat are the pros and cons of each?What to consider in buying a bible for your KidsShould you only read the KJV translation?People and Resources People and Resources MentionedBiblia Hebraica StuttgartensiaLeningrad CodexAleppo CodexUnited Bible Societies Greek NTNovum Testament GraeceUnfamiliar VocabularyFormal Equivalence (Literal Equivalence) Translations: Word for Word as much as possible. This translation seeks to find an English equivalent word for every Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic word.Functional Equivalence (Dynamic Equivalence) Translations: Though for thought as much as possible. This translations translates a phrase as a whole and is not as concerned with preserving the exact same number of words or equivalent grammatical constructions.Optimal Equivalence: This is a blend of both Formal and Functional translation styles. This form uses word for word translation where possible, but switches to thought/phrase whenever the meaning isn’t clear.Paraphrase: This is not a true translation, but rather a retelling of Scripture based on original texts and/or modern translations. It often uses the most common modern idioms.Thanks to Our SponsorsThis episode is made possible in part by the support of Summit Ministries. Our hope, like yours, is that your children will grow up to develop an unshakeable faith, to be followers of Jesus Christ and live out His call on their lives in a way that brings God’s glory and flourishing. That's one of the reasons we love Summit. Summit takes biblical worldview training and makes it seriously fun. If you have a child between the ages of sixteen to twenty-two, send them to a two week conference in Colorado or Georgia this summer. Save $200 when you use the code ROAR24–and another $200 if you register before March 31st. Register today at summit.org/roar/

SummaryEvery mother's prayer journey is unique, yet bound by a common thread of seeking God's guidance through the chaos and beauty of raising children. Julie and Hillary, walk through the pages of "Honest Prayers for Mama Bears," a new book birthed from the depths of maternal hearts and a collaboration that spans the nation. We reveal the sometimes raw, unpolished dialogues with God that range from the humorous pleas of wanting to use the bathroom in peace to the heartfelt petitions of a mother facing a miscarriage.Hillary and Julie, alongside voices from the Mama Bear community, crafted a tapestry of prayers that we hope speaks to the soul of motherhood. Our conversation takes you behind the scenes of this unique creative process, emphasizing the importance of authenticity as we addressed delicate subjects like addiction and family dynamics. Poring over every word, we ensured that our prayers resonated with truth and relevance, offering a lifeline of hope and solidarity for mothers everywhere.As we share personal insights and practical tips for integrating prayer into the daily grind, "Honest Prayers for Mama Bears" is more than just a book—it's a spiritual companion for every season of motherhood. From fill-in-the-blank prompts to theological expertise, we've poured into this project with a shared goal: to empower mothers to foster honest, heartfelt communication with God, and to support one another as we navigate this transformative journey called motherhood. We hope it blesses you!Pre-order the book now at mamabearapologetics.com/bookMain Points CoveredWhy did we write this book?The difference between Honest and Shallow prayers.Creating a collective voice from momsPrayer book creation processHow to use this bookHonest journalingOur favorite, most convicting and hardest to write prayersPeople and Resources MentionedEvery Moment Holy - Douglas McKelvieHonest Prayers for Mama BearsThanks to Our SponsorsThis episode is made possible in part by the support of Summit Ministries. Our hope, like yours, is that your children will grow up to develop an unshakeable faith, to be followers of Jesus Christ and live out His call on their lives in a way that brings God’s glory and flourishing. That's one of the reasons we love Summit. Summit takes biblical worldview training and makes it seriously fun. If you have a child between the ages of sixteen to twenty-two, send them to a two week conference in Colorado or Georgia this summer. Learn more at summit.org/roar/. Save $200 when you use the code ROAR24–and another $200 if you register before March 31st. Register today at summit.org/roar/Quotable Quotes“I think sometimes learning how to do honest prayers often starts with shallow prayers. And so I just want to give mom's permission to pray the shallow prayers, if that's where you are starting." - Hillary Morgan Ferrer"We made it. We're not saying it's perfect, but... our heart's desire was to make sure that these prayers were Theologically sound." - Hillary Morgan Ferrer"I know I thought back on what were some of the times that really drove me to prayer, maybe as a younger mom, as a mom of a teenager, and then even now. I had some opportunities to write some prayers that maybe approach more being a mom of an adult child too, because that's a whole other season there." - Julie Loos

Summary Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries, as we explore the vital connection between a biblical worldview and the flourishing of science, justice, and compassion in society. Listen in as we tackle the myth that Christianity is at odds with scientific progress and uncover how faith has been […] The post 99. Why Christianity Changed the World for the Better. appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary On this episode Amy Davis and Alexa Cramer examine the Enneagram’s influence on faith and family. They question the Enneagram’s purported ability to peel back layers to our ‘true self’ and the implications it has on how we interpret scripture, raise our children, and understand our own identities. They Explore how it stands apart […] The post 98. Crash Course in the Enneagram appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary In this episode, Hillary and Amy address four different types of love in-depth — Agape (unconditional, self-sacrificial love), Storge (familial love), Phileo (strong friendship love), and Eros (sexual attraction). They stress how each type of love is different from the other and should not be confused. Hillary and Amy also discuss how today’s culture […] The post 97. The Four Types of Love and Why Our Kids Need to Understand Them appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary The hardest conversations to have often aren’t with strangers, but with our own family, especially when it comes to hot-button issues like a woman’s right to an elective abortion. In this podcast, mama bear Jennifer DeFrates chats with host Amy Davison on how to speak with truth and grace on the subject of abortion […] The post Episode 96. How to Discuss Pro-Life Arguments with Friends and Family appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary In this impromptu podcast, Hillary and Amy wished the Mama Bears a Happy New Year and a challenge: to focus on discipling the home in spiritual faithfulness. In the past 5 years a focused attack has been waged on societal unity and the sanctity of the home. Secular culture has focused on vilifying the […] The post Episode 95. Family-Focused Resolutions for 2024 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is the third podcast in our Advent 2023 series. Did you miss the third one about “Joy to the World”? You can watch it here. Summary As we close out the season of advent, we reflect upon the theme of love. Acts of love quickly come to mind at Christmas in the form of […] The post Episode 94. Advent 4: The Theology of Hark the Herald Angels Sing appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is the third podcast in our Advent 2023 series. Did you miss the second one about “O Holy Night”? You can watch it here. Summary If there’s one word that can sum up the Christmas season it’s joy! But while the world offers superficial excitement over presents or food, Christians have ultimate joy in […] The post Episode 93. Advent 3: The Theology of Joy to the World appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary Peace can seem hard to find during the Christmas season when our eyes and schedules are filled with the bustle of the season. However, when we focus on who Christ is, we can not only find peace, but extend it to others. In this podcast, we take a look at the theology found within […] The post Episode 92. Advent 2: The Theology of O Holy Night appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary Merry Christmas! In honor of Advent, Mama Bear wanted to help you keep Christ the focus of the season by taking you through the theology of your favorite Christmas Carols. The theme of the first Sunday of Advent is “hope,” and one carol that encapsulates hope is O Come O Come Emmanuel. This 18th […] The post Episode 91. Advent 1: The Theology of “Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel” appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary In a Crash Course to the Israel-Palestine Conflict Part 1, Hillary, Amy, and guest David explained the terminology, the history of the Israel-Palestine Conflict, and the evidence showing how Israel has belonged to the Jewish people. In this episode, Hillary and Amy shift from history to the importance of why we stand by Israel. […] The post Episode 90: A Crash Course in the Israel – Palestine Conflict Part 2 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary October 7, 2023, saw the attack on Israel by the terrorist group Hamas. Conflict is nothing new to this region, but for Americans, the way in which the coverage has been handled shifts with each news outlet. Did Israel bring this attack on themselves through an alleged colonization of Palestine? Is Hamas the freedom […] The post Episode 89: A Crash Course in the Israel-Palestine Conflict (Part 1) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary On this episode, we ROAR through the topic of ghosts. What are they? What are the common misconceptions around ghosts and the supernatural? What does the bible say about ghosts and how are Christians supposed to engage this topic?   Main Points Covered How does the world see ghosts? What is a ghost truly? […] The post Episode 88: ROARing Through the Concept of “Ghosts” appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary This week we are joined by Krista Bontrager to discuss how the occult is becoming more popular among younger generations, what that looks like and what parents should be on guard against. Krista has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and we are grateful for the wisdom she shares with us.   Main […] The post Episode 87: The Rise in Occult Fascination Among Youth with Krista Bontrager appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary In part 2 of our conversation about social justice, we tackle the topics of Prejudice and Discrimination and the issues we see with some of the modern definitions and applications of these ideas. We seek to provide a biblical framework for how to engage in these topics with your kids and others. Main Points […] The post 86. When Social Justice Comes to Your Kid’s School: Prejudice and Discrimination appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Summary In this first episode of a series of episodes, we discuss what to do when the topic of Social Justice is introduced into your child’s school curriculum. How do you have that conversation with your child? How do you have that conversation with their school? What is a biblical view of Justice, truth and […] The post 85. When Social Justice Comes to Your Kids’ School appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Main Points Covered Defining deconstruction Definitions vary depending on the person: Some mean it as a way to define them questioning different doctrinal stances they grew up with all the way to walking away from the faith Deconstruction is the walking away from historic Christianity A turning away/rejection of the core beliefs of evangelical faith […] The post 84. Understanding Deconstruction: A Conversation with Alisa Childers appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

  Main Points Covered The origins of Summit To create a ministry to equip teens and adults to know why they believe what they believe Summit’s Approach is Worldview Focused Helps teens understand the world around them and the counterfeit worldviews around them Teens understand other worldviews and how to respond Summit changes the trajectory […] The post 83. The Impact of Worldview Training at Summit Ministries: A Conversation with Jeff Myers appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this episode, Amy talks with Katy Faust, founder and director of the children’s rights organization, Them Before Us, about how children have a right to both their mother and father, how God’s design for marriage protects children, how divorce impacts children, and how to help kids understand why marriage is important. (Note: If you […] The post 82. The Impact of Marriage and Divorce on Children: A Conversation with Katy Faust appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this episode, Amy talks with Stacy Manning about relational discipleship and raising kids to be warriors of the faith. . Main Points Covered: Homeschooling isn’t possible for everyone Helping kids spot worldviews is essential Indoctrination is toxic when questions can’t be asked or thoughts challenged. Indoctrination isn’t brainwashing. Practice the No flinch rule Attack […] The post 81. Raising Christian Kids in a Woke Culture appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

  Introduction: Hillary, Amy, Lindsey, and Nancy talk about some of the highlights that happened at Mama Bear this year. Join us in celebrating all that God has done and continues to do. Main Points Covered: Some Amazing Stats! Book one in several languages Mama Bears on the move All the books (!!!) Podcast update […] The post 80. 2022 Wrap Up with Mama Bear Apologetics appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is part 2 with Frank Turek. You can listen or watch part 1 here. SPOILER ALERT: We talk about some specific films in this episode and talk directly about their endings. Some of the references include Spiderman, Captain America, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Batman.  Introduction: Frank Turek, founder of and president […] The post 79. Hollywood Heroes with Frank Turek, Part 2 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

SPOILER ALERT: We talk about some specific films in this episode and talk directly about their endings. Some of the references include Iron Man, Inside Out, and the Harry Potter films. Introduction: Frank Turek, founder of and president of CrossExamined, joins Amy to talk about his book, Hollywood Heroes, which he co-authored with his son, […] The post 78. Hollywood Heroes with Frank Turek, Part 1 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Hillary and Amy are back together for this special Thanksgiving podcast about gratefulness, especially in this time of busyness and materialistic pursuits. Main Points Covered: Purpose of Gratitude: Protective aspect: Romans 1:18-32 Ingratitude breeds spiritual decline Gratitude has a spiritually protective aspect Psychological Benefits: Gratitude changes brain chemistry and improves mental health. Philippians 4:8 Perspective […] The post 77. Nurturing Gratefulness This Thanksgiving appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Introduction: Mama Bear Board member Teasi Cannon joins Amy to talk about questions parents should ask their kids’ school, particularly in private schools and homeschooling co-ops. Main Points Covered: Why parents should ask schools questions Question 1: Are teachers trained theologically? Question 2: Do they teach from a Christian worldview and teaching what a worldview […] The post 76. Questions to Ask Your Kids’ School appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

https://mamabearapologetics.com/episode-75-defending-young-minds-against-porn-with-kristen-jenson/ Introduction: Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids, joins Amy to talk about how we can protect kids from pornography. Main Points Covered: Kristen shares how she was motivated to write this book Average age kids are exposed to porn: 8! More about Good Pictures Bad Pictures book Will […] The post Episode 75: Defending Young Minds Against Porn with Kristen Jenson appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

https://youtu.be/5vjOPD_O8JM Introduction: Amy is joined by author and mom of six Molly DeFrank to discuss her book, Digital Detox. As you listen, be open to the Holy Spirit’s conviction regarding this issue. Main Points Covered: How Molly got interested in screen time effects We’re really the first generation of parents wading through this issue We […] The post Episode 74: Digitally Detoxing Your Kids for Clearer Thinking with Molly DeFrank appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Introduction: The idea for this episode came from one of our listeners who encountered the 13 Black Lives Matters principles in her child’s classroom. Wanting to know more, she reached out to Mama Bear. Amy knew exactly who to talk with – Monique Duson, co-founder of The Center for Biblical Unity. In this episode, Amy […] The post MBA 73: A Look at Black Lives Matters with Monique Duson appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

INTRODUCTION: Today’s guest, Tricia Scribner, joins us to talk about apologetics and being a grandmama bear. We’ve celebrated Easter, and we continue to celebrate the Resurrection! Tricia and Amy talk about the historicity of the resurrection. SUMMARY OF TOPICS DISCUSSED: The Historicity of the Resurrection • Minimal Facts Argument Overview o Facts that virtually all […] The post MBA PODCAST 72: Resurrection Evidences Part 1: On Which Facts Do Even Skeptics Agree? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

INTRODUCTION: Today’s guest, Tricia Scribner, joins us to talk about apologetics and being a grandmama bear. Just in time for Easter, Tricia and Hillary dive into the a discussion about the resurrection. This is a topic of first importance. SUMMARY OF TOPICS DISCUSSED: A Reading from 1 Corinthians 15:1-9 (ESV) A Discussion of the Foundational […] The post MBA Episode 71: I Pity the Fool: Intro to Why the Resurrection Matters for our Kids’ Faith appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

INTRODUCTION: Today’s guest is Skillet’s Korey Cooper. She joins Hillary to talk about life on the concert road, managing family relationships, and keeping it all together when life gets busy. Enjoy learning about her experiences being in a band for 25 years and find out how her lessons can help you out in your own […] The post MBA Episode 70: Intentional Discipleship Amidst a Crazy, Hectic Schedule – with Skillet’s Korey Cooper appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

MBA Episode 69: Mentorship and How It Can Impact Your Kids (a conversation with Gale Carter) INTRODUCTION: We’re thrilled to be working on more podcasts for 2022. In this episode, Amy talks with Gale Carter, founder of DOLLS (Daughters of Our Living Lord & Savior), which equips teen girls to stand firmly planted in their […] The post MBA Episode 69: Mentorship and How It Can Impact Your Kids (a conversation with Gale Carter) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Introduction: Today’s guest, Joel Barry, is the managing editor at the Babylon Bee. Summary of Topics Discussed: What’s the Babylon Bee? What’s the role of humor in evangelism and apologetics? Examples of comedy in Scripture In light of “cancel culture,” what are the consequences of making humor so serious? Rapid fire fun questions for Joel […] The post MBA Episode 68: The Role of Humor in Apologetics – with Joel Barry from The Babylon Bee appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Join Hillary, Amy, and Lindsey as they reflect on 2021 and get excited about 2022! We’re so grateful for all of you and your support of our ministry! Follow us on social media – YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/MamaBearApolo… Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamabearapol… Twitter: https://twitter.com/MamaBrAplgtics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamabearapo… Buy the Mama Bear Apologetics book here (affiliate link): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/073… Want to […] The post MBA Episode 67: 2021 Wrap Up appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

DISCLAIMER: We talk about some sensitive issues in today’s podcast. If there are younger ears around, you may want to pop in some headphones before you listen.   INTRODUCTION: Today’s guest, Monica Cline, used to work for Planned Parenthood as a comprehensive sex educator. She is the founder of the organization, It Takes a Family, […] The post MBA Episode 66: Tales from a Former Comprehensive Sex Educator – with Monica Cline appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

  Amy and Monique talk about how we can explain tolerance to our kids. ***Show notes for this podcast will be added in a few days (our website is currently undergoing an upgrade).***     Amy DavisonAmy Davison is a former Air Force veteran turned Mama Bear Apologist. She is currently a grad student at […] The post MBA Episode 65: Talking with Our Kids About Tolerance – with Monique Duson appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

  Amy talks with Matthew Mittelberg about how we can explain miracles to children. ***Show notes for this podcast will be added in a few days (our website is currently undergoing an upgrade).***     Amy DavisonAmy Davison is a former Air Force veteran turned Mama Bear Apologist. She is currently a grad student at […] The post MBA Episode 64: Explaining Miracles to Kids with Matthew Mittelberg appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Join Amy and Lindsey as they talk with Alisa about Progressive Christianity, as well as her upcoming new book! As a reminder if you enjoyed this podcast and would like to support Mama Bear Apologetics click here. Amy Davison and Lindsey Medenwaldt interview former singer song writer of Zoe Girl, and author of, Another Gospel: […] The post MBA Episode 63: Progressive Christianity: A Discussion with Alisa Childers appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Springtime is here! But in addition to birds singing and flowers blooming, questions inevitably pop up regarding Easter and how it is celebrated. In this podcast, Lindsey and Robin chat about some of the common things you may hear: Is Easter pagan? What about bunnies and eggs? What’s the evidence for the Resurrection? and more! […] The post MBA Episode 62: Let’s Talk About Easter: pagan roots, bunnies, the Resurrection, and more! appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

We started a new podcast series a couple of weeks ago called, “Fostering Joy in 2021.” (You can listen to or watch the first episode, “The Role of Gratitude,” here.) In this episode, we’re focusing on finding joy in suffering. We’ll dispel some myths and dive into biblical examples of the purpose of suffering. We’ll […] The post MBA Episode 61: Finding Joy in Suffering appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Welcome to the first podcast of 2021! Amy and Hillary have been hard at work on our second book, but they are still putting together podcasts, too. In light of 2020 and the start of 2021, they thought it was especially important to focus on joy for the next several podcasts. This first episode in […] The post MBA Episode 60: Fostering Joy in 2021: The Role of Gratitude appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Welcome to our special Christmas edition podcast (and vlogcast)! In this episode, we chat about some of the common objections that seem to pop up every year around Christmas, including: Does Christmas have pagan roots? What should we do about Santa Claus? Should we say “Merry Christmas!” or “Happy Holidays!”? and more! And as our […] The post MBA Episode 59: Did Christmas Start Out as a Pagan Holiday? (and other questions you’ve had about Christmas) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Welcome to the first of our “Get to Know Our Team” podcasts, in which we interview Mama Bear team members (in no particular order!). In this interview, Amy Davison talks with Teasi Cannon, who contributed to the Mama Bear Apologetics book (she wrote Chapter 5: “God Helps Those Who Help Themselves – Self-Helpism” and co-authored […] The post MBA Episode 58: Get to Know Our Team: Teasi Cannon appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Chapter 3 of our first book, Mama Bear Apologetics, describes the “Chew and Spit” method. In the chapter, we write, “We don’t need to train our children to be picky when it comes to what they feed their bodies—they do this on their own. But we do have to train them to be discerning about […] The post MBA Episode 57: Teaching Your Kids the Chew and Spit Method appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Did you know that before Amy was a Mama Bear, that she was almost a witch?!?! Yeah, I didn’t either, until we had a conversation last July at Hillary’s house. Thank You God for pursuing her and wooing her back! I can’t imagine where Mama Bear would be without her.  We’re changing things up for […] The post MBA Episode 56: A Conversation with an Almost Witch: Amy Davison Shares About Her Experiences with Wicca appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Let’s all make a pact, Mama Bears, that in a world gone mad…we don’t add to the madness. You may remember our recent Daily Discipleship videos about disagreeing well (you can watch them here), but we didn’t say all we wanted to about the topic in those videos, so Hillary and Amy decided to talk […] The post MBA Episode 55: The Art of Disagreeing Agreeably appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

If you read the Mama Bear Apologetics book, you are likely familiar with the term “linguistic theft.” Hillary wishes she’d been able to include much more on that topic in the book, so in today’s podcast, Hillary and Amy are going to address the subject, because this is something that is taking our kids (and […] The post MBA Episode 54: Linguistic Theft: What It Is, How It Works, and WHY Your Kids Need to Know About It appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Welcome to our very first video-formatted podcast! Shoutout to Papa Bear Jerimiah for helping us get it looking so nice. Now you can watch our podcast on YouTube, or you can still listen to it on your favorite podcast app. Our Patrons over on Patreon got to see this early, and we’re thrilled to share […] The post MBA Episode 53: Todd White and the Importance of Trials and Tribulations appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

We took a break from our Dawkins series to discuss the racial tensions that have been building in our world (listen here), but we’re back with part 10 of our ongoing talk about Dawkins’s book, Outgrowing God. Today, we’re going to look at another area of his expertise, though he hasn’t really been involved in […] The post MBA Episode 52: Doubting Dawkins – Oh, Nuts! What Do Whale Testicles Have to Do With Evolution? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

I (Hillary) titled this podcast/blog about a thousand times because I couldn’t quite figure out how to summarize our main message. The messy art of kingdom community? No. I hate the word messy. It’s so misused. (But this topic is legit “messy” if there ever were one.) Grieving with those who grieve? Yes, but that’s […] The post MBA Episode 51: We Will Not Be Divided: Grieving with Those Who Grieve, and the Necessary Process of Building Kingdom Community appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today, we celebrate a very special milestone! This is our 50th podcast episode, and we’ve got something fun for you. We turned the tables on our Mama Bear-in-Chief, and Amy interviewed Hillary Ferrer. This is your chance to learn more about Hillary, from how she got involved with apologetics, why she started Mama Bear, and […] The post MBA Episode 50: An Interview with Mama Bear Apologetics Founder, Hillary Ferrer appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Whenever we turn on the TV these days, it feels like we’re being bombarded with bad news. Because of that, we decided to record this “chaser” episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast. While the Covid-19 pandemic is something we should take seriously, we wanted to point out that we have also been surrounded by […] The post MBA Episode 49: The Unexpected Blessings of COVID appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast, we’re continuing our dissection of Richard Dawkins’ book, Outgrowing God, in our Doubting Dawkins series. Today, Hillary and Amy discuss chapters 7 and 8, which were the easiest to go through of all of the chapters for us. In Hillary’s opinion, this is where the book […] The post MBA Episode 48: Doubting Dawkins – No, the Human Eye Isn’t an Example of Bad Design (a Discussion on Design Constraints) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this podcast, we’re wrapping up our discussion of comments made by Richard Dawkins in his book, Outgrowing God, Chapter 6 (regarding whether slavery is advocated in the Bible) by discussing the most commonly asked questions about slavery in the Bible. The previous two podcasts (part one here and part two here) addressed the question, […] The post MBA Episode 47: The 8 Most Commonly Asked Questions About Slavery in the Bible appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is part 2 of our discussion of whether the Bible advocates slavery. You can listen to part one here. Do you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes? Send us an email at [email protected]. Main Points Covered: Recap of the Women in Apologetics Conference from January 2020 at Biola University LiveStream recording […] The post MBA Episode 46: Doubting Dawkins – Does the Bible Advocate Slavery? (Part 2) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today we are continuing with our Richard Dawkins series. As we are preparing for this podcast, we acknowledge it’s a tough book to discuss because he keeps introducing individual hornets’ nests and then moving on to the next. This is going to take some focus and not drift on to other challenges he raises. Today […] The post MBA Episode 45: Doubting Dawkins – Does the Bible Advocate Slavery? (Part 1) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today, we are back with Part 5 of our series on Richard Dawkins’s book, Outgrowing God. In this episode, we are tackling Dawkins’s question “Do Christians think Atheists can’t be good without God?” We think he is asking the wrong question. The question is not “Can atheists be good? Can they do moral things?” The […] The post MBA Episode 44: Doubting Dawkins – Do Christians Think Atheists Can’t Be Good Without God? (Part 2) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

We are back to our Richard Dawkins series with Part 4. In this series, we are going over Richard Dawkins’ book, Outgrowing God. Today, we will be discussing Chapter 5, “Do We Need God in Order to be Good?” We’ll be talking about the topic of morality and staying away from the concept of “innate […] The post MBA Episode 43: Doubting Dawkins – Do Christians Think Atheists Can’t Be Good Without God? (Part 1) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Before we start diving back into the Richard Dawkins book, Amy and I felt it necessary to address a heartbreaking, but concerning cultural issue that cropped up over the holidays. On December 14, 2019, Bethel worship leaders Kalley and Andrew Heiligenthal’s two-year-old daughter stopped breathing in her sleep and was pronounced dead by doctors at […] The post MBA Episode 42: The Unfortunate (and Painful) Lessons We Learned From #WakeUpOlive appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today, we’re continuing with Part 3 of Simon Brace’s talk on Spiritual Warfare. In this last part of his talk, he covers the importance of apologetics and critical thinking in the education of pastors and laymen. Main Points Covered: A brief overview of what went on during the second episode of this series: Elders need […] The post MBA Episode 41: The Role of Apologetics in Spiritual Warfare (featuring Simon Brace) – Part 3 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

On today’s episode of Mama Bear Apologetics, we’ll continue to listen to Simon Brace’s talk on the use of apologetics as a means for spiritual warfare. We’ll be listening with you and discussing important points that Simon covers. Main Points Covered: A brief overview of what went on during the first episode of this series: […] The post MBA Episode 40: The Role of Apologetics in Spiritual Warfare (featuring Simon Brace) – Part 2 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

On today’s episode of Mama Bear Apologetics, we’ll be discussing a talk by Simon Brace. When I sat down at my computer to think about topics for today’s podcast, I was struck with the urge to discuss a talk (which I was present for) by a close friend. In this talk, Simon Brace tackles the […] The post MBA Episode 39: The Role of Apologetics in Spiritual Warfare (featuring Simon Brace) – Part 1 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today we’re continuing our critique of the Richard Dawkins book, Outgrowing God. We have been talking about his main criticisms of Christianity in each chapter. In this episode, we are in Chapter Four: “Is God Really Good?” We are going to take a few of Dawkins’ examples and channel Paul Harvey as we look at […] The post MBA Episode 38: Doubting Dawkins – Did God Really Advocate for Child Sacrifice in the Old Testament? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Today we’re talking about Richard Dawkins’ new book, Outgrowing God. We’re covering who Richard Dawkins is and what his book is all about. Today we are going over what we talked about during the last episode, then diving into Chapters 2 and 3 by following the different rabbit trails through the text. Main Points Covered: […] The post MBA Episode 37: Doubting Dawkins – “Proof,” Oral Culture, the Telephone Game, & Ancient Scribes appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

We’re talking about Richard Dawkins’ new book, Outgrowing God. We’re covering who Richard Dawkins is and what his book is all about. Today we will focus on the main criticisms of the book, as well as the different tactics that are covered in it. Does it stand to scrutiny? Main Points Covered: A prayer for […] The post MBA Episode 36: Doubting Dawkins – A Beginner’s Guide to Better Reasoning: Intro to Richard Dawkins’ New Book appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In our last podcast, we asked “What in the world is happening to our Christian leaders?” where we addressed the differences between the way that Joshua Harris and Marty Sampson of Hillsong declared their loss of faith. In this episode, we go a little further into what the differences are between sheep, wounded sheep, sheepdogs, […] The post MBA Episode 35: Wounded Sheep vs Wolves (and the Importance of Knowing the Difference) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In 1 Timothy 4:1 it says “Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons.” This is what is known as “the great apostasy.” Apostasy is just a fancy word for falling away from the faith. Within the last […] The post MBA Episode 34: What in the World is Happening to Our Christian Leaders? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

You can’t get around it. There are rainbows on everything your kids see this month, from the parking lots to the barista aprons. So how do we address this with our kids? But first things first, we have a new podcast co-host! Meet Amy Davison! I know you’ll love her as much as we do.  […] The post MBA 33: How to Talk About Pride Month With Your Kids (but first meet Amy!) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Laurie would not describe herself as a victim. Laurie is a lawyer and a survivor of sexual assault. A former liberal feminist, Laurie rediscovered the truths of God, recommitted her life to looking at everything through the lens of Scripture, and is now the president of Women in Apologetics. I can think of no one better to […] The post MBA 32: How Should Christians Respond to the #MeToo Movement? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Social Media was abuzz with the recent Supreme Court Decision overturning the Colorado Civil Rights Commission decision. In 2012, a baker, Jack Phillips, declined to make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple. He stated that he would make them any other cake they wanted, just not a wedding cake. His religious convictions prevented him from […] The post MBA 31: What Really Happened with the Colorado Baker Supreme Court Decision? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

If your newsfeed is anything like mine, you might have seen a few posts last week asking if the new California Bill 2943 will “ban the Bible.” Folks, let’s not jump onto bandwagons before we have properly checked them out. I’m not denying that the bill itself is deeply concerning. In fact, if enforced as written, […] The post MBA 30: What is California Bill 2943 and What does it ACTUALLY say? (i.e. Does it really ban the Bible?) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Do you sometimes wonder if bad things happen to you because you “don’t have enough faith?” If you do, chances are, you have heard a sermon or two (or more) based on the “gospel” of health and wealth. God wants you to be healthy! God will heal every time. . . as long as you […] The post MBA 29: Does God Heal Every Time if we Ask in the “Right Way?” appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

SEPTEMBER 2020 UPDATE: We originally shared this podcast in February 2018. Recently, Hillary F. and Teasi Cannon joined Alisa Childers on her podcast to talk about Jen Hatmaker’s latest book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire. They analyze the worldview of the book and how it interacts with biblical Christianity. They also discuss the recent […] The post MBA 28: Is Jen Hatmaker Suffering for the Gospel? (The power of a deconversion story) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Boy did we bite off a lot to chew in this episode! For all you moms out there, raise your hand if you have heard this question. (Aunt Hillary raising her hand…) I have heard this question from children, from adults, from basically anyone who has thought about the origins of our universe.  The issue […] The post MBA 27: Who Made God? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Events like the Las Vegas shooting and now the Florida school shooting inevitably bring questions to people’s minds. Where was God? How could He let such a thing happen? For those who have been affected by the shooting, there are no words we can say that can assuage the grief. There is no answer that […] The post MBA 26: Why Does God Allow Mass Shootings? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

There is an interesting phenomenon which the late Herman Kahn described, where “those with engineering or sociology training [are unable to] understand certain issues which they would have been able to understand if they had not had this training.” Kahn called it “educated incapacity,” but the idea was originally taken from economist Thorstein Veblen, who […] The post MBA 25: How Educated Do You Have to Be to Identify Nonsense? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Jenga is a game about seeing how many foundational pieces of a structure can be removed and/or repositioned before it finally collapses. While this game was never intended to have philosophical undertones, I think it is an apt analogy for what we see occurring in some churches, and particularly the movement known as “progressive” Christianity. […] The post MBA 24: “Progressive” Christianity… and WHY you need to understand it appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

I have noticed a tendency for people to fall into one of two categories: the terrifying truth-tellers, and the compassionate compromisers. The terrifying truth-tellers are ready at a moment’s notice to call out heresy or unbiblical beliefs wherever they are found, but often create division over secondary matters, or become so obnoxious that the aroma […] The post MBA 23: How to Love Your Ideological Enemy appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Just a few short months ago, I was reading an article titled “Why Would an Engineer-Turned-Mom Care so Deeply About Apologetics?” As soon as I saw the words “Mom” and “Apologetics” in the title, I knew I had to find out more about this Cathryn Buse lady. I immediately bought her book on kindle, and […] The post MBA 22: Introducing Cathryn Buse (and a recap of the apologetics conference) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Normally, when Rebekah and I do an “article of the week,” it is because the content is so awesome that we want to share and discuss. This time… not so much. A week or so before Easter, a highly disturbing article written by a woman professing to be a children’s pastor at a “progressive Christian church” started […] The post MBA 21: Is the Progressive Gospel a Gospel at All? (i.e. Why you need to know what your children’s pastor is teaching) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

The Lord of the Rings is a timeless classic, able to capture the minds of young and old alike. But apart from its singularly masterful writing and vivid imagery, The Lord of the Rings has an element of theological truths interwoven into its very fabric in such a way that even the most hardened skeptic […] The post MBA 20: I was an Atheist Until I Read <i>Lord of the Rings</i> appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

The book The Shack first began making waves in 2007, and here we are 10 years later, still a church divided. Some people love The Shack, others practically want to have The Shack burning parties. Very rarely has someone read it and remained neutral. As with most things in pop culture, the truth is somewhere in between. […] The post MBA 19: The Shack – Hope, Healing… and Heresy? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

“It is often said with a sneer that the God of Israel was only a God of Battles, ‘a mere barbaric Lord of Hosts’ pitted in rivalry against other gods only as their envious foe.” (From “The Everlasting Man” by G.K. Chesterton) It is indeed often said with a mocking and dismissive sneer that the […] The post MBA 18: Why Does the God of the Old Testament Seem So Different from the God of the New Testament? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

At Mama Bear Apologetics, our motto is “Mess with our kids, and we will demolish your arguments.” For those who have seen the carnage wrought by the battle of ideas, this tagline makes immediate sense. For others, the question becomes “Is that a Christian attitude? Isn’t demolishing things too aggressive for Christians?” The short answer to […] The post MBA 17: Discussing the Mama Bear Tagline – Isn’t “Demolishing Arguments” a Bit Harsh? appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

When I posted the blog this weekend dissecting the “Guiding Vision and Definition of Principles” from the women’s march, I never expected the kind of attention that it would receive. And while I stand behind my words, that one post was never intended to be my defining moment. I value balance, and there is only […] The post MBA 16: Addressing the Divide From the Women’s March appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

The question of eyewitness reliability is a pertinent conversation that every parent will have (or should have) when their child asks, “How do we know that we can trust the Bible?” If the New Testament documents are not reliable, and if the people writing the New Testament documents were not reliable, what leg does our […] The post MBA 15: Are the New Testament Eyewitnesses Reliable: The Flashbulb Memory Objection appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

If you have never read the “resolutions” of Jonathan Edwards, you are missing out! As Rebekah and I discussed in our last podcast, Jonathan Edwards was an early-mid 18th century revivalist preacher. He is (unfortunately) best known for “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” sermon, which– to understand the context — please listen […] The post MBA 14: Jonathan Edwards’ Resolutions Can Beat-up Your Resolutions appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this podcast, Rebekah and I introduce you to one of the central figures of the Great Awakening: Jonathan Edwards. Why is he such an important figure to discuss? He is what many people would classify as a “fire and brimstone” preacher who lived in the mid 18th century (i.e. mid 1700’s). In preparing for this […] The post MBA 13: Resolutions and Legalism Part 1 – An Intro to Jonathan Edwards appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Mom guilt: the tendency for moms to feel guilty for taking any kind of break for themselves, even though breaks are vital for emotional, intellectual and spiritual health. I can’t speak for other countries, but I know for a fact that we have an epidemic of mom guilt here in America. Call me nostalgic, but […] The post MBA 12: An Honest Talk About Mom Guilt appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

One of the most important questions that we as Christian parents can answer for our children (and for ourselves) is, “Are the New Testament documents reliable?” While this podcast in no way represents a comprehensive answer, it is a good intro to the discussion if you have never heard it before. Topics Discussed: Who is […] The post MBA 11: Are the New Testament Documents Reliable: an Introduction to Bart Ehrman appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is possibly one of the most awkward podcasts we have had to do. This election season was brutal. Never have I seen the results of an election affect kids in such a profound way, and never have I seen so many young adults behaving like children. When I was a kid, I knew the elections were […] The post MBA 10: 3 Essential Truths to Include When Discussing the Election With Kids (or Even When You’re Processing on Your Own) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This is part 2 of our interview with Jody Vise. In Part 1, we heard Jody’s story of raising her children in the church, dealing with the devastating news when her son walked away from the faith, and looking at what she felt were some of the contributing factors. In Part 2, we discuss the differences […] The post MBA 9: What to Do When Your Child Walks Away From God – Jody’s Story Part 2 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Jody thought she had all her bases covered. She and her husband were believers. They took their children to church, to Awana, and later to youth group. It wasn’t until her son came home one year after college and told her that he no longer believed in God that she knew anything was wrong. I […] The post MBA 8: The Danger of Raising Kids in a Christian Bubble – Jody’s Story Part 1 appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Podcast topics: Spectrum of believers in apologetics: Learners Seekers Doubters Believers Hardened Doubter Apathetic hardened doubter Not a debate anymore for them; akin to a problematic marriage in which partners no longer fight because the divide is so large Best approach for apathetic doubters is to be a pebble in their shoe Angry hardened doubter […] The post MBA 7: How to Deal with Hardened (and sometimes angry) Doubters appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Many women shy away from apologetics because they assume that apologetics means that you will always be debating with atheists. That is simply not true. Our children need reasons for their faith just as much (if not more so) than the local atheist. And guess what? YOU are the primary missionary to your children! In […] The post MBA 6: The 5 Types of People You Will Meet in Apologetics appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

In this episode, we discuss the differences between core truths and peripheral truths of the Christian faith, and the importance of teaching these differences to your children. A core truth could be defined as beliefs that separate a Christian from a non-Christian. These would be the tenets of the faith that are necessary in order […] The post MBA 5: Core Truths vs Peripheral Truths of Christianity… and the Importance of Knowing the Difference appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Hillary Morgan FerrerHillary Morgan Ferrer is the founder of Mama Bear Apologetics. She is the chief author and editor of Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies and Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: Empowering Your Kids to Understand and Live Out God’s Design. Hillary has her masters in Biology and has […] The post MBA 4: Discussion of Melissa Cain Travis’ “Motherhood and the Life of the Mind” appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

This talk was graciously provided to us by Melissa Cain Travis, one of our associate Mama Bears. It is from Mother’s Day 2016, and is from Hope Point Church in Houston, Texas. Here’s a summary of what Melissa talked about: – Testimony – Believer from young age – Surrounded by people growing up who didn’t […] The post MBA 3: Motherhood and the Life of the Mind appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

I thought that Rebekah’s G.K. Chesterton quote was a good one to pick back up on. We continued our introduction to Mama Bear Apologetics. Here’s some of the highlights: Surgeon’s scalpel vs mugger with a knife (blog to follow) God has no grandchildren Different types of doubt (blog and podcast to follow) Protein crystallography and […] The post MBA 2: Intro to Mama Bear Part B appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.

Welcome to Mama Bear Apologetics! The original recording was a bit long so we divided it up into two parts. Here Rebekah and I give an overview of what Mama Bear Apologetics is, where we got the idea, what our own personal stories are and some helpful resources. We cover some basic topics like: The […] The post MBA 1: Intro to Mama Bear Part A appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.