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The Caffeinated Christian
The Caffeinated Christian is about providing honest, thoughtful and charitable conversations around dominant worldviews, cultural issues and real stories, all explored through the lens of a Christian worldview. The guys at The Caffeinated Christian regularly bring in guests that encourage listeners to think hard, help them understand opposing perspectives and change theirs. Like and subscribe to the Caffeinated Christian podcast wherever you download your podcasts today!
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The Caffeinated ChristianDo You Need to Be a Theologian to Defend Your Faith?
What is Christian apologetics—and do you need to be a theologian to do it? A lot of Christians hear the word apologetics and picture an academic debate, a…
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Who Chooses Our Salvation?
Who hardens our hearts toward God—us or God? And can someone become so hardened that it's too late for them to believe? In John 12:37–50, we encounter one of…
The Caffeinated ChristianAre Church Signs Actually Helping Anyone?
Church signs can be hilarious. They can be clever. They can also be… really, really weird. In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, Mike and Ryan react to…
The Caffeinated ChristianA Christian Challenged Our View of Jesus' Omniscience
A listener challenged our previous episode on the omniscience of Jesus with a thoughtful objection: If the incarnation meant that Jesus genuinely took on the…
The Caffeinated ChristianWe Responded to the William Lane Craig Controversy
William Lane Craig has made a controversial statement about the doctrine of the eternal generation of the Son—and Christians have had some VERY strong…
The Caffeinated ChristianDeath of the Pastor’s Wife Reaction: Spiritual Abuse, Mental Health & the Church
We watched Netflix's Death of the Pastor's Wife--a documentary about Mica Miller and the story surrounding her death. But rather than trying to solve the…
The Caffeinated ChristianCan Christianity Survive These Objections?
Why are people leaving Christianity? And do the arguments they're giving actually prove that Christianity isn't true? In this episode of The Caffeinated…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Deconstructed Pastor
Why do people leave Christianity? Dr. Todd Phillips recently shared eight reasons why he no longer identifies as a Christian. In this episode of The…
The Caffeinated ChristianIf Jesus Is God, Why Didn't He Know This?
Does the strongest argument against Jesus being God come from Jesus Himself? In Mark 13 and Matthew 24, Jesus says that no one knows the day or hour—not the…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhy Are They Calling Kathryn Krick "Mama"?
Apostle Kathryn Krick has become one of the most viral and controversial figures in Christianity today. Millions of people have watched videos of alleged…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhat We're Up to & What's Next!
In this episode, we’re diving into what we've been up to and what's coming next for our show. Grab your favorite cup of coffee and join us as we explore…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Church Jesus Called Dead
Many churches appear healthy on the outside—packed services, busy calendars, thriving ministries, and strong reputations. But what if Jesus sees something…
The Caffeinated ChristianMuslim Viewer Says We Got Islam Wrong... Did We?
A recent episode comparing Islam and Christianity generated a lot of discussion—and a lot of criticism. In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian Podcast…
The Caffeinated ChristianJesse Ridgway, Down Syndrome & The Ethics of Life, Abortion, and Influence
In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian Podcast, Pastor Mike and Ryan respond to the viral controversy surrounding YouTuber Jesse Ridgway and his public…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhy Are People Furious About This New School Policy?
As Pride Month begins, a new debate is taking center stage across America: Should schools be required to notify parents when students request different names…
The Caffeinated ChristianIslam vs Christianity
Islam is now one of the fastest-growing religions in the world. Churches are closing while mosques are rising. And shockingly, many converts to Islam are…
The Caffeinated ChristianCan Aliens Destroy Christianity?
What happens if the government finally tells the world the truth about UFOs and UAPs? Would Christianity collapse…or has the Church already wrestled with these…
The Caffeinated ChristianEverything is On Fire!
What do Christians do when church headlines are filled with abuse, corruption, hypocrisy, and moral failure? In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC | Non-Toxic Masculinity w/ special guest Zach Wagner
Today, we pull out a classic episode where we sit down with Zachary Wagner to discuss his book Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Hidden System Shaping Our Kids w/ special guests Jo Bartosch & Robert Jessel
Rarely does a conversation cut this deeply into one of modern society's most ignored crises. Joe Bartosch and Robert Jessel join Dr. Ryan Willert and Pastor…
The Caffeinated ChristianFlood & Fury w/ special guest Dr. Matthew Lynch
Dr. Matthew Lynch, author of "Flood and Fury," joins Ryan and Mike to discuss one of the most contested topics in scripture--the flood and war texts in the Old…
The Caffeinated ChristianWe’re Getting Jesus Wrong…
What happens when culture misrepresents Christ—and we don’t even notice? In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we dive into two viral cultural moments…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC I How Should Christians Engage in Politics w/ Special Guest Dan Trippie
Send us Fan Mail Today we pull out another message from the archives with an episode that remains all the more relevant now. It seems impossible to avoid…
The Caffeinated ChristianFaith & Finances w/ special guest Peter Grandich
Send us Fan Mail What does it look like to follow Jesus with your finances… in a world that feels economically unstable? In this episode of The Caffeinated…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC I Pastoral Authority w/ Special Guest Scott Lackey
Send us Fan Mail Today, we are pulling out a special episode from the classic vault where we sat down with Pastor Scott Lackey. Scott is the lead pastor of New…
The Caffeinated ChristianDenomination Supports Gender-Affirming Care…for KIDS?
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we tackle two conversations that are exposing deeper cracks in the modern Church. First, we…
The Caffeinated ChristianPortals & Politics - Bad Bible Takes
Send us Fan Mail Are Christians being led astray by extreme teachings—and not even realizing it? In this episode of The Caffeinated Christian, we break down…
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Truth Decay: Why Evidence Matters More Than Ever
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Mike and Ryan explore how religious leaders—from Muhammad in 7th-century Medina to modern figures like Ravi Zacharias—have…
The Caffeinated ChristianTruth in an Age of Internet Theology
Send us Fan Mail In an age where information moves at lightning speed, we often believe what sounds true rather than what's actually verified. In this episode…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: How Should We Then Live in a Digital Age? w/ Special Guest Jay Kim
Send us Fan Mail Today we are pulling out a classic episode from our "What is Truth" series, in which Mike and Ryan sat down with Jay Kim to discuss his book…
The Caffeinated ChristianChristians, Iran, and the End Times? What’s Actually Happening
Send us Fan Mail Are Christians being manipulated with end-times politics? In this episode, the hosts dismantle three major myths about the Iran–Israel…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Word Made Flesh I Pastor Mike Wrigglesworth
Send us Fan Mail Jesus claimed to be God Himself - not just a good teacher or spiritual guide. But if that's not true, then He was either lying or delusional…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC I Can we Trust the Bible? w/ special guest Jim Walton
Send us Fan Mail Today, we pull out a classic episode from the archives where the guys sit down with Jim Walton to talk about the Bible. Jim walks us through…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhat is Jihad?
Send us Fan Mail Today, Mike and Ryan discuss the latest developments concerning Turning Point USA, a Christian influencer under fire, and the origins of the…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC | The Kalam Cosmological Argument
Send us Fan Mail In this classic episode, Ryan takes us through a classic argument for the existence of God: the Kalam Cosmological Argument. Support the show…
The Caffeinated ChristianUnpacking the Islamic Dilemma
Send us Fan Mail Islam is one of the three major world religions. And it is growing rapidly, but there are major logical inconsistencies with this worldview…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC I The Coming Tsunami w/ Dr. Jim Dennison
Send us Fan Mail Today, we're pulling out a classic episode from April of 2022 where we had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Jim Denison on his new book The…
The Caffeinated ChristianResponding to the fall of another leader...
Send us Fan Mail This month, another influential voice in the Christian world publicly confessed to a moral failure. The public revelation of a fall among…
The Caffeinated ChristianDoes This Christmas Tradition Harm Children?
Send us Fan Mail We've ended our holiday season, but it's not far removed from our imagination. Some of us still have our Christmas trees up! It's always wise…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC I Christ & the Occult w/ special guest Jac Marino
Send us Fan Mail Today, we pull out a classic episode where we listen to Jac Marino's testimony on her life in the Occult, the New Age, and addiction, and how…
The Caffeinated ChristianPastor Mike Debunks This Christmas Lie
Send us Fan Mail Jesus warned that life doesn't consist in the abundance of possessions - yet we're bombarded with 4,000-10,000 ads daily telling us otherwise…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: We Will Not Be Silenced w/ Dr. Erwin Lutzer
Send us Fan Mail Hey Caffeinated Listeners! We had some unforeseen events take place that delayed releasing a new episode. But not to worry. We are drawing…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Reorienting Our Self-Concern w/ special guest Scott Lackey
Send us Fan Mail Today we’re revisiting a classic episode where the guys sit down with Pastor Scott Lackey. He is the Pastor and founder of New Story Church in…
The Caffeinated ChristianHow to be Thankful When Life is Terrible
Send us Fan Mail Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and tis the season where we're told to be thankful. Gratitude is a spiritual discipline for all…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Global Emergency No One Is Talking About
Send us Fan Mail Social media gives us the news we want, but it doesn’t always give us the news we need. Today, we’re looking at a story that you may not have…
The Caffeinated ChristianTaming the Mind
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Mike and Ryan discuss the idea of the renewal of the mind. If you're a Christian, you've heard or read verses that…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Church in the News
Send us Fan Mail Things have been shaking in the church world recently, from the restoration of pastors to false resignations of college presidents. Mike and…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Can We Trust The Bible? w/ special guest Jim Walton
Send us Fan Mail Today we're revisiting a classic episode where the guys sit down with Jim Walton from The 3rd Choice to talk about the Bible. Jim walks us…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Lie That Seduced The Church
Send us Fan Mail It looks like faith. It sounds like hope. But what if this common theology celebrated in the church is something else entirely? It promises…
The Caffeinated ChristianIs there hope for struggling churches?
Send us Fan Mail Studies estimate between 4,000-7000 churches are closing in America annually. This startling trend should encourage church leaders to get an…
The Caffeinated ChristianMartyrdom & Misfires
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into two topics making their rounds on the internet: the continued conversation around Charlie Kirk and the failed…
The Caffeinated ChristianShould Christians Tithe?
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we get into some of the heated comments that came from a previous episode. We also take some time to address the videos…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Sharing the Gospel in a Post-Christian Culture w/ Special Guest Greg Koukl
Send us Fan Mail On this classic episode the guys are talking apologetics with Greg Koukl. Koukl is the founder and president of Stand to Reason. He has his…
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CAFFEINATED CLASSIC: Christians & Social Media w/ Special Guest Doug Bursch
Send us Fan Mail Today we revisit a classic episode where Mike and Ryan sit down with Pastor Doug Bursch. Bursch is the author of ‘Posting Peace: Why social…
The Caffeinated ChristianOur Reaction to the Death of Charlie Kirk
Send us Fan Mail The nation is reeling from the tragic and brutal assasination of conservative author and political activist Charlie Kirk. It's no surprise…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhat Islam is and why it matters for the Church
Send us Fan Mail Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world, with deep historical, cultural, and spiritual influence. But what does Islam actually…
The Caffeinated ChristianTransubstantiation vs Consubstantiation
Send us Fan Mail Today we tackle a long-standing theological debate. During communion, what happens to the elements? Do they change their substance, becoming…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Most Spiritually Abusive & Deranged Sermon We’ve Heard
Send us Fan Mail The sister of a prominent leader in the evangelical church spoke out about verified SA allegations against him during a sermon preached…
The Caffeinated ChristianThe Life & Legacy of James Dobson
Send us Fan Mail James Dobson died on August 21st 2025. Like anyone who carried a great notoriety in the Christian world, Dobson had his fans as well as his…
The Caffeinated ChristianWhy Christians Must Resist Sensationalized Media
Send us Fan Mail From overblown headlines to fear-driven narratives, Christians are inundated with half truths and outright lies from all directions. Social…