This is one of the few podcasts I never miss an episode of. I absolutely love the vast variety of guests that we get to listen in on. The way Rebecca interacts and challenges ideas never ceases to make me think deeper on my own faith. I just want to thank Kyle for pushing her to start this podcast because it makes such a difference. I would love to hear an episode starring David Bennett on the topic of serving God as a same sex attracted individual because it becomes a larger and larger topic as days go on. I would love the insight and interaction from the fruit produced from such an episode. Thank you for all you do Rebecca, all the love in the world to you and your team.

Love the show. Love how it’s obvious that the audience of believer and skeptic are each considered. I feel like I can recommend this podcast to anyone. Would love an episode on ecclesiology. Specifically the evolution of how we do church. From the OT to the new to all the ways it’s done now. What elements of “the gathering” are non-negotiable and which aren’t? Church models, elders, deacons, ministries, tithing, etc

I really have enjoyed the variety of different speakers on this podcast. Rebecca and her friends have helped remind me of how God has placed his people all throughout the world, in all sorts of sectors and fields of study, and His Spirit is working in all of His Image Bearers.

Rarely does one encounter a speaker who with the grace, poise, and Biblical scholarliness (groundedness) as Rebecca McLaughlin. God is pleased I am sure!

I really appreciate Rebecca McLaughlin’s role as the host of this podcast. I think she asks all of the important questions with curiosity and wonder. I was wondering if you could devote an episode to the inerrancy/infallibility of scripture? I know you just did one podcast with Dr. Michael Kruger about the reliability of the New Testament, but I would be interested in a scholarly perspective on how the whole Bible is inspired, authoritative, infallible, and inerrant. Thanks!

Maybe this is Apple’s fault but I did not expect this podcast (episode entitled “My apology”) to be sponsored by online betting called legends.

I absolutely love listening to your podcast and have read your books. I appreciate the thoughtful discussions and approach to hard questions without politicizing topics. I’d like to ask your thoughts on: can/should women preach? Or what is your stance on the complementarian vs egalitarian views? I’ve seen a few explanations for why women do not have equal leadership potential in a church, but I struggle to be convinced. Why would we not apply cultural commands (like head coverings, women not speaking at all, etc) but take this one to apply across cultures? I’ve only seen a single verse cited for this as well. In my experience a church may allow a woman to be paid on staff, but is only allowed to teach other women - she will not be at the pulpit on a Sunday morning. Others may prevent women from holding an elder position. How can a church that believes the gospel, and the unique gifts of men and women, deny women a leadership role in this way? Is it not in some way communicating they are not of equal value? Do you agree or not? Thanks for your consideration!

Always enjoy the thought provoking conversations the host has with her guests

I love that Rebecca McLaughlin is intelligent, well-rounded, compassionate, and incredibly humble. Accompanied by amazing guests, she addresses complex issues with clarity and humility in a beautiful way. I look forward to and learn from each episode of this podcast.

I listen to too many podcasts. If I had to fast from all but one, this would be my selection. Just listen to the intelligence and the mature faith and the modesty.

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It seems like churches are either speaking the truth or love, but not many speaking the truth in love as Paul taught in the letter to the Ephesians. Thank you so much for giving the whole message.

Rebecca is so kind, intelligent, and insightful. I learn so much from every episode and the information she shares really encourages me! This is the podcast I look forward to most! Thanks for your ministry.

I don’t really listen to podcasts but I really enjoy this one. The topics feel relevant, the guests are highly qualified to speak into the questions and the flow is thought provoking and enlightening. This podcast helps me think about topics I know little about in a sensitive and loving way.

Such timely and relevant conversations/topics as they relate to the Gospel and Jesus Christ!

I so appreciate Rebecca and her guest’s perspective on topics that are Biblical and relevant to our culture today (because the Bible and Christianity is relevant to all peoples, places, and times). Every episode is delightfully engaging and informative.

Wonderful, accessible conversations about Christianity and faith. I’m grateful to have discovered this podcast!

Fantastic podcast!!!

I am incredibly thankful to have voices like Rebecca’s speaking into the myriad of issues in our cultural moment. While the brokenness of our world is no different than the deprived environment in which the Bible was written, there are nuances to every issue that require wisdom and discernment. This podcast is crucial for the Christian who is sincerely concerned with exegeting our culture and then being equipped to speak truth in loving ways to our friends and family who are far from Christ. It’s also extremely hopeful and deeply encouraging. Thank you, Rebecca, for your heart and dedication to following Jesus. Thanks for coming across the pond to us!

Just discovering your podcast and books. So very thankful for your insights and the conversations you are having. I want you to know, dear sister, you are in my prayers. And we love Doctor Who as well. : )

I really enjoyed your latest with Molly’s story. We spent some time at Summit when we lived in Durham and they are good folks. The Triangle is blessed with some very good gospel communities. Keep up the great work!

I am learning many new and insightful facts about scripture coupled with practical applicationsI would enjoy hearing a discussion on Sarai intentionally being put into vulnerable situations by her husband Abraham.

Really love the discussions. For a future topic, I’d love to hear thoughts on Evolution/Creation and what are orthodox Christian beliefs. There seem to be a lot of hybrid beliefs out there now and I’d love to hear those explained and discussed.

It was so interesting and helpful to listen to Mark’s story.

Love this podcast - full of truth, wisdom, and fantastic arguments. My main question is about Numbers but then I added other thoughts and got carried away. Hopeful that these could be addressed! In Numbers 5:11-31, it discusses the practice of women drinking the bitter water if their husband is suspicious of her adultery. I have looked all over the internet and haven't found a good answer other than "we don't completely know, it wasn't meant to be harmful to women, and it made sense at the time". Why was there no equivalent test for males? Even if the woman was found to be unfaithful, the adulterous man could get away unscathed? I can understand why bitter water was used but don't understand why there is nothing that is asked of the men or any type of "infertility punishment" for them. And of course, men definitely aren't allowed to be brought there if their wives are suspicious, it is only within the man's power. I understand that the Jesus was so incredibly FOR women. I know that most of the early church was female. However, I don’t understand how the God of the New Testament seems so different than the God of the OT when it comes to the treatment of women. Same topic-ish that could be addressed is why God calls such terrible men righteous. Noah sees Gods faithfulness then turns into a drunk. Lot offers his daughter up to be gang raped. David cries out in Psalms about sin that he completely created - asking God why sorrow won’t leave him when he was the one who cheated, murdered, and then continued to take more wives - eventually opening the door for Tamar to be raped. Solomon and David were not stoned for adultery. Abraham allows Sarah to be possibly raped on two separate occasions because he is fearful of his own death. Then God asks women to submit. Of course, submit to godly men that are dying to themselves. Righteous men. But if these are the righteous men, how is any man truly righteous enough to submit to. Christ is my Lord and Savior and I am incredibly grateful for Him and know my sin is the same as others. I know this response is full of pride and bitterness. I so desperately want to understand.

Just Christians giving typical Christian advice.

I couldn’t say that a podcast has brought me to tears until now! The episode with Dr. Esau McCauley was not only informative but worshipful. The podcast as a whole is always worth my time, but that episode was beautiful. Thank you!!

I look forward to this podcast every week. I learn so much and really am grateful for the way y’all dive into current cultural issues and help me think about/understand them in light of a Biblical worldview and Christian belief. I feel much better equipped to enter into these conversations in my daily life after hearing y’all discuss the topic.

I’ve listened to this podcast from day one since Kyle promoted it on the Knowing Faith podcast. It has been such an encouragement on so many levels from current cultural topics to struggles even believers face sometimes (like doubt). I, like Kyle, am a born and bred Texan but have lived outside the US for many years serving the Lord in Europe so I appreciate Rebecca’s insight and observations on culture as well. This podcast has also been one I’ve recommended to the younger people in my life, different topics for different ones of them. It’s a great supplement to the questions or concerns I’ve heard from them so I am very grateful to pass it along. Thank you for producing this podcast, for the amazing guest interviews, and for the banter that makes me laugh along the way. It has truly bolstered up my faith!

Hi guys: really appreciate the thoughtful way you confront and respond to issues! As a possible future topic, I’d also appreciate you addressing the topic of the historicity (or not) of Adam. I don’t find much written on the topic. It seems that our response as Christians is to say “we must assume he was an historical person because he’s so critical to Christian doctrine”. That may be all that can be confidently said, but I would love to hear your commentary. Thank you for your faithfulness! Tom Williams Lawrenceville GA

I definitely enjoy listening to Kyle and Rebecca and they make me ask hard questions of my faith in the best ways.

I love this podcast. I’ve been listening to Knowing Faith podcast since the beginning and this is an excellent addition to the Training the Church lineup. I discover Rebecca a couple of years ago on the TCG website and I found her talk so insightful and refreshing. It’s obvious that Kyle and Rebecca are very different people just listening to their dialogue BUT they both have a deep love for our Lord that shines through and unifies the conversation. They came out of the gate with back to back hard hitting, relevant questions treated with honesty and humility. I am here for it and you should be too!

Unsubscribed because Rebecca has a passive aggressive undertone that gets unleashed on Kyle regularly. The topics are so interesting and Rebecca has had a unique experience in her faith journey, so I’m very interested in hearing the conversation but I won’t stick around to hear Kyle take any more verbal jabs. I wish I could continue listening.

Love & appreciate that so many topics are touched on with thoughtfulness, compassion and deep theological roots. This podcast welcomes the non-Christian & sharpens the Christ-follower.

This is a great podcast that discusses many issues in a fresh way. I’d love to hear their thoughts on divorce and remarriage.

I want to say how grateful I am for Rebecca McLaughlin. I have read nearly all of her books. As a mom of five and pastor’s wife I have desperately needed her guidance in thinking biblically about pervasive cultural issues, massively current, yet as ancient as the Garden of Eden. I have grown up walking with the Lord so His precepts are not new to me. However, I need to be taught to think. I want to think in a way that is regularly measured against the straight edge of scripture and buoyed by the love of God in the person and work of Christ. The episode with Sam Allberry is my favorite. His voice and message along with Rebecca’s gives me courage that I can love the Lord my God and also love my neighbor as myself. Thank you so very much for this podcast effort.

I love getting to listen to this podcast. It’s straight to the point and helps answer tougher questions

In Rebecca’s book The Secular Creed in the Gay Rights Movement is the New Civil Rights Movement chapter (Chapter 3, pg. 48): "It's important to note that someone could oppose gay marriage for believers while not thinking it should be against the law....I believe that Chrisitan ethics are most attractive when they are undertaken freely." Can you take an episode to expound on that particularly to answer the question do you think as believers we should legislate morality?

The show should be titled Confirming Christianity. At no point do they engage meaningfully with both sides of the issues they cover. If you’re looking for an honest and open discussion of the topics that people struggle with when it comes to Christianity, this is not the show for you. If you’re happily attending an SBC/TGC church and need a confirmation bias fueled dopamine hit, you’ve come to the right place.

Hello y’all! Super big fan of the podcast. An episode about doubt and assurance would be pretty cool!

Great podcast! Would love to hear you guys go through an episode on reasons why to believe the resurrection actually happened.

Thank you for being willing to discuss this in an open, kind, respectful way, leadus to God’s word and His care for all! Every episode has been helpful, but this episode has been especially enlightening and encouraging!

Rebecca I have read every book you have written.. We need your book on friendship… Please

This is such a refreshing podcast that encourages and challenges me to think. The hosts are compassionate and loving and approach difficult topics with grace and truth. Highly recommend. Question- how can one navigate family and faith when your spouse is scientifically minded and not saved? Raising kids in that environment is hard and lonely at times. However, I see it as an opportunity to let them see different points of view and think.

Thoughtful and caring hosts discuss Christianity and challenges to it. Kyle Worley also co-hosts Knowing Faith podcast, one of my favorites. Please consider addressing my questions: Does God love everyone? Does everyone have an opportunity to choose God? I mean really and truly because if God first chooses us because we are unable to choose him then no, everyone does not have an opportunity or the ability to follow God. I don’t understand this. Thank you.

Those words describe the tone of this show, which is refreshing to find when asking difficult questions about God, life, and the world. Grateful for this.

The episodes on thinking about what we should be asking and are we correct about to Christ were fantastic. The episode with Lisa Fields just showed that Jude 3 project is using a textually critical perspective, but attempting to use the world’s method to explain the divine loses the plot. The premise that we have to apologize for the Gospel, churches, Bible, Christ for the sake of peoples pet hang-ups is ludicrous. We all have our pet thing. You can’t argue someone into the kingdom. I understand being loving, compassionate, and empathic to the individual, that’s just Christ. Ultimately the Holy Spirit, not just apologetics, changes hearts. Which was said in the last two minutes but I think should be more of a focus.

In read the book “10 Questions Every Teenager Should ask (and Answer) About Christianity. It was one of the best books I have ever read. This podcast was nothing short of the same!

This podcast has already got me hooked. Rebecca and Kyle are fun and inquisitive and sensitive and full of grace and consideration as they approach some hard topics that all Christians need guidance on to help better show Christ to the world and our neighbors. Can’t wait for more!

This is a great discussion of vital topics in our day, however Rebecca is brilliant and articulate and Kyle is often childish and random, seemingly working hard to understand at her level.