The tragic killing of a Minnesota state rep exposes a deeper crisis: America’s drift from Christian values. Join Lenny and his guests, Dr. Harry Edwards and Dr. Jacob Daniel as they unpack how relativism and political tribalism are fueling violence and division, how politics has replaced morality as America’s yardstick, and why Christians must stand firm to restore morality and civility in a chaotic world!
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Come Let Us Reason Podcast
Welcome to Come Let Us Reason Together, the podcast from Lenny Esposito and Come Reason Ministries. Here, we dig deeply into ways Christianity shows itself as an intelligent and rational faith. Episodes include topics about faith, ethics, worldview, and philosophy from a distinctly Christian perspective. Join us each week and see just how rational faith can be!
Monday, July 07, 2025
Monday, June 30, 2025
The Irrefutable Resurrection: Why Skeptics Can’t Crack the Case
The Irrefutable Resurrection: Why Skeptics Can’t Crack the Case
In this gripping conversation, Gary Habermas and Lenny Esposito explore why the resurrection remains unrefuted after 2,000 years of scrutiny. Discover how scholarship silences even the toughest critics and learn how to navigate conversations with skeptics using undeniable evidence. This episode unpacks the historical evidence, including New Testament scholarship, and explains why popular counterarguments fail to offer any cohesive alternative. They discuss the importance of eyewitness testimony, the limitations of naturalistic theories, and how to engage with skeptics effectively. Become empowered with a robust defense of your faith!
Monday, June 23, 2025
Is God Making a Comeback? Why Secular Thinkers Are Turning to Christianity!
Is God Making a Comeback? Why Secular Thinkers Are Turning to Christianity!
From Jordan Peterson to Douglas Murray, prominent secular intellectuals are giving Christianity credit for shaping the West. But does this signal a revival of faith? Harry Edwards, Lenny Esposito, and Dr. Peter Harris explore Justin Brierley’s The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God, discussing why New Atheism collapsed and what’s next for belief in God. Tune in for a fascinating analysis!
Monday, June 16, 2025
Pride Month Exposed: Manipulation or Celebration of Human Nature?
Pride Month Exposed: Manipulation or Celebration of Human Nature?
Unpack the hidden motives behind Pride Month, questioning whether it uplifts or exploits humanity’s basest instincts. Lenny is joined by commentator Bethel McGrew when they trace the movement’s roots from Stonewall to today’s corporate-backed celebrations, exploring how identity politics overshadows virtue, reason, and beauty. Their discussion dives into the mental health challenges within the LGBTQ+ community and the Christian perspective on navigating these cultural shifts with moral integrity.
Monday, June 09, 2025
My LIVE Conversation with Mormons
My LIVE Conversation with Mormons
In this captivating doorstep conversation, Lenny lovingly challenges Mormon missionaries on the Book of Mormon’s credibility, pointing out its internal contradictions and lack of evidence. With a winsome tone, he engages LDS theology and shares the transformative power of the true Gospel. Don’t miss this powerful moment!
Monday, June 02, 2025
Why We’re ALL Born Sinners – And How Jesus Saves Us!
Why We’re ALL Born Sinners — And How Jesus Saves Us!
Discover the Christian teaching of original sin, that every baby is born with a sinful nature, which separates us from God. This video explores how in Adam we inherit a corrupted human nature, one that pulls us towards rebellion. But through the Second Adam—Jesus—we have the gift of justification, restoring our relationship with God. Learn practical ways to avoid sin by following Christ’s model of grace. We’ll unpack the theology behind original sin, its impact on humanity, and how grace transforms lives. Perfect for Christians seeking to deepen their faith and live a holy life, inspired by Jesus’s example.
Monday, May 26, 2025
The Shocking Truth About Finding Joy When the World Hates You
The Shocking Truth About Finding Joy When the World Hates You
Jesus promised that the world would hate His followers, yet He also commanded us to have joy. How can we experience joy in a world that often opposes our beliefs? This podcast delves into the paradoxical nature of Christian joy, showing how it flourishes even in adversity. Through scriptural teachings, you'll learn that joy is not dependent on circumstances but on our relationship with God. Embrace the truth that suffering can be a catalyst for joy and spiritual growth, and discover practical ways to cultivate this joy in your daily life.
Monday, May 19, 2025
Faith Under Fire? Engaging Tough Questions with Confidence!
Faith Under Fire? Engaging Tough Questions with Confidence!
When your Christian faith faces tough questions, are you ready to respond? This video empowers students to stand strong. In Part 1, Lenny shares simple, effective ways to engage in spiritual discussions, teaching you how to connect with skeptics, ask thought-provoking questions, and present biblical truths with clarity and kindness. In Part 2, watch Lenny put these techniques into practice in a live Q&A, answering real student questions. This video equips you to share Jesus confidently in any setting. Watch now, share with friends, and get ready to tackle doubts with boldness and love.
Monday, May 12, 2025
Should Christian Morality Shape Our Laws? A Deep Dive
Should Christian Morality Shape Our Laws? A Deep Dive
Can Christian morality guide modern governance without alienating a diverse society? This podcast explores the provocative question of whether biblical principles, like ordered love—prioritizing God, family, and community—should influence legislation. Dr. Darren Guerra and Dr. Jacob Daneil join Lenny to discuss whether governments share the same moral duties as individuals, such as charity and justice, or if their role is distinct. The discussion traces the rule of law’s roots to Christian ethics while questioning how far biblical mandates should extend to secular institutions. Should governments enforce virtues like forgiveness or stewardship, or is their purpose purely pragmatic? With rising cultural divides, we examine if Christian morality offers a unifying framework or risks exclusion. Join us for a nuanced debate on balancing faith, freedom, and governance in today’s world.
Monday, May 05, 2025
Can the Gospel Win Back Jewish Hearts? A Bold Vision
Can the Gospel Win Back Jewish Hearts? A Bold Vision
Brian J. Crawford shares a hopeful vision for Jewish evangelism. Dive into the seismic shift in Jewish identity after the Second Temple’s fall. From priestly rituals to rabbinical wisdom, explore how the Talmud reshaped Jewish thought and why figures like Maimonides still spark debate today. With Lenny Esposito, they discuss how the gospel could spark renewed interest among Jews. Watch this inspiring talk!
Monday, April 28, 2025
Christianity Flatlining or Fighting Back? The Results Are In!
Christianity Flatlining or Fighting Back? The Results Are In!
The latest Pew survey drops a bombshell: Christianity in America isn't fading—it's holding steady. But what's next for faith in the U.S.? In this discussion, Lenny is joined by Dr. Harry Edwards and Dr. Jacob Daniel who help uncover the cultural shifts, demographic changes, and rising diversity of beliefs reshaping the spiritual landscape. We dig into how Christians can adapt, engage, and evangelize in this evolving world. What does it all mean for the church’s role in society? Is Christianity on life support or gearing up for a comeback? Watch now for a thought-provoking look at the surprising trends defining faith’s future in America!
Monday, April 21, 2025
Is God Accountable for Evil?
The Problem of Evil has always been one of the most difficult questions for all belief systems. Christianity teaches that a perfect God created all people knowing that every one of them would be thoroughly evil. He even gave his commands to the Jews, knowing they wouldn’t be able to keep his laws. How can God then judge us, knowing we were made fallible? Doesn’t this also make God ultimately responsible for the evil we see in our world? Explore the answer to why God isn't culpable for our evil acts in this podcast.
Monday, April 14, 2025
Q&A Panel - Conquering the Challenges of Culture
Q&A Panel - Conquering the Challenges of Culture
Lenny Esposito is joined on stage by J. Warner Wallace, Dr. Hugh Ross, Joe Dallas, Becket Cook, and Monique Duson for a fascinating Q&session recorded at a recent Dare to Defend Conference. Here, they tackle issues such as whether a Christian should attend a loved one’s gay wedding, how to approach the CRT issue, how the universe’s beginning matches the biblical account, and so much more! It’s a stimulating 90-minute conversation that will leave you wanting even more!
Monday, April 07, 2025
The Most Insidious Sin
What is the worst of all sins? Brutality? Rape? Murder? Church fathers like Augustine and Aquinas saw those as true evils, but they also understood all evil stems first from putting our inner desires first, before God. Thus, it is the sin of Pride they held as the root of every other kind of evil. is possibly the worst of all sins.
In this podcast, I’ll be unpacking a sin that is too often overlooked–especially so in the church! See how the ignored practice of Vainglory is subtlety malicious and, as C.S. Lewis noted, able to transform a good man into an absolute scoundrel. Yet, in the 21st century we are more in danger of falling prey to it than ever before. In fact, very visible Christians have been corrupted already. Join in and learn how to tackle the most insidious sin.
Monday, March 31, 2025
How a Hijacker Tested My Faith: A Passenger's Inspiring Story
How a Hijacker Tested My Faith: A Passenger's Inspiring Story
In this episode, Lenny interviews Daniel Pop, a passenger on the attempted hijacking in Melbourne, Australia. Daniel opens up about surviving the hijacking attempt as well as enduring the heartbreaking loss of a child, two events that shook his world. He discusses how the faith modeled by his family who themselves were forced to flee a communist dictatorial regime led him to a stronger, more grounded belief. Watch and see how you may find hope and meaning even in life’s toughest moments.
Monday, March 24, 2025
Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: When Faith Surrenders to Secularism
Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: When Faith Surrenders to Secularism
Lenny Esposito and John G. West unpack “Stockholm Syndrome Christianity,” a trend where Christian leaders embrace secular ideologies over biblical truth. From cultural influences to critiques of figures like Andy Stanley and Francis Collins, this discussion reveals the corruptions creeping into modern Christian practice and offers insights on how believers can identify wolves in sheep’s clothing while standing firm in their faith.
Monday, March 17, 2025
Evangelicals, Politics, and Trump: The Future of American Christianity?
Evangelicals, Politics, and Trump: The Future of American Christianity?
Analysts have reported that evangelicals that made the difference in electing Donald Trump, but do evangelical beliefs reflect the aspirations of Trump supporters? in looking at the data, there are other, underlying issues that aren’t necessarily discussed in media reports.On this podcast I bring you a discussion with Dr. Darren Guerra and Logan Zeppieri, two political experts who look at just what motivated voters during the 2024 election, how the term evangelical is applied differently in a political context and just what it mean to be a believer in our current political climate.
Monday, March 10, 2025
Ordo Amoris: The Christian Teaching Everyone Got Wrong
Ordo Amoris: The Christian Teaching Everyone Got Wrong
Discover how ordo amoris, a fundamental Christian teaching on the order of love, has been misunderstood by political commentators. From oversimplification to ideological bias, Lenny uncovers why the concept is being distorted, sets the record straight on its theological origins, and explain why it’s still relevant today.
Monday, March 03, 2025
Comics, Murder... and the Gospel?
J. Warner Wallace, a seasoned detective, sits down with Lenny Esposito to share the secrets behind his leap into graphic novels. This episode dives into blending crime-solving realism with a Christian worldview, engaging readers, and tackling big ideas like human worth in a fresh way.
Monday, February 24, 2025
Christianity for Thinking People: The William Lane Craig Interview
Christianity for Thinking People: The William Lane Craig Interview
Can Christian faith stand up to rigorous thought? The answer is a resounding yes and you can see why in this interview with Dr. William Lane Craig on his latest project, Systematic Philosophical Theology. This innovative work explores why Christianity isn’t just for the heart but for the head, it isn’t afraid to ask hard questions, and shows how Christianity can be a thrilling intellectual adventure for those who crave a thinking person’s spirituality.
Monday, February 17, 2025
The Authority of Scripture
Why Should we trust the Bible as the sole authority of our faith and how do we know that only these books and no others are the genuine words of God? In this podcast, Lenny explores how Christians should understand why scripture holds the ultimate authority for those who want to be true disciples of Jesus and his teachings. The doctrine of the inspiration of scripture and what it means to be God-breathed is essential for every believer to understand and why only the scriptures—not traditions—hold the final say on how we live in a way that Jesus himself taught.
Monday, February 10, 2025
Battling the War Against the Family
Battling the War Against the Family
What is the next most dangerous thing that we as a society face? What is the next big battle standing against our traditional values and our understanding to be human? Culture seems to be devaluing family and the incredibly dangerous ramifications we are facing as marriage happens later and birthrates drop precipitously. It's an issue you don’t hear talked about in church pulpits, but the threat is significant and we need to think more deeply about it.
Monday, February 03, 2025
Hidden Ways The Gospels Prove Reliable
Hidden Ways The Gospels Prove Reliable
Can we trust the Gospels? Why should people place their trust in documents written so long ago that don't even agree with each other? In this podcast, Lenny investigates some interesting facts which cannot be written off as coincidences and demonstrate why the Gospels are reliable history.
Monday, January 27, 2025
Can We Trust the Gospels About Jesus? Featuring Wesley Huff
Can We Trust the Gospels About Jesus? Featuring Wesley Huff
What’s the truth about the Gospels we have today? There has been no more scrutinized religious literature that the New Testament and specifically the gospel accounts of Jesus’s life. Here, we talk with Bible scholar Wesley Huff, recently seen on the Joe Rogan Experience, about the authorship of the four Gospel accounts and their reliability. Find out why you can be confident that the story of Jesus in the New Testament is history!
Monday, January 20, 2025
Unraveling Faith: Are the Resurrection Claims of Jesus Supported by FACTS?
Unraveling Faith: Are the Resurrection Claims of Jesus Supported by FACTS?
In this enlightening podcast episode, Lenny, along with Dr. Harry Edwards and Dr. Jacob Daniel, dives deep into the historical accounts of Jesus' resurrection, examining the compelling reasons to believe in this central Christian event. With an analysis of the gospel narratives alongside crucial discussions on factual evidence, we explore why competing theories often fall short. Join us on a thought-provoking journey to understand the profound explanatory power of resurrection belief in Christianity!
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