If God Didn't Need Us... Why Did He Make Us?

If God Didn't Need Us... Why Did He Make Us?

If God is perfect, why did He create anything at all? In this episode of Come Let Us Reason Together, Lenny Esposito welcomes philosopher Dr. Ryan Mullins and Anthony Costello for a fascinating discussion on one of theology's deepest questions. If God needed nothing and lacked nothing, why create the universe? Together they explore God's freedom, purpose, human value, suffering, and why Scripture points to friendship with God as central to His plan. This conversation offers a thoughtful, biblically grounded answer to one of Christianity's oldest and most profound questions.

The God Most Christians Don't Know: Why Many Believers Misunderstand God's Love

The God Most Christians Don't Know: Why Many Believers Misunderstand God's Love

What if many Christians unknowingly relate to a distorted view of God? In this message from Deuteronomy 10, Lenny Esposito explores God's true character as a loving Father who forgives, blesses, and invites His people into relationship. Drawing on insights from C.S. Lewis's The Four Loves, this episode challenges the idea that God operates on a quid-pro-quo basis and shows why dependence on God is actually central to spiritual maturity.

Did Noah’s Flood REALLY Happen? New Scientific Evidence Explored

Did Noah’s Flood REALLY Happen? New Scientific Evidence Explored

Did Noah's Flood really happen? In this episode, Lenny Esposito welcomes Hugh Ross to discuss new evidence from archaeology, genetics, migration studies, geology, and ancient shipbuilding that sheds fresh light on one of the Bible's most controversial accounts. Together they explore the Epic of Gilgamesh, worldwide flood traditions, the distinction between global and worldwide judgment, and the scientific plausibility of Noah's Ark. Discover why this ancient story continues to challenge skeptics and believers alike.

iChristianity: When Faith Becomes About You

iChristianity: When Faith Becomes About You

In this episode of Come Let Us Reason, Lenny Esposito explores the rise of "iChristianity"—a self-focused approach to faith shaped by modern narcissism, identity culture, and social media. Drawing from Deuteronomy 9, he examines Moses' warning to Israel that God's blessings were not earned through their righteousness but flowed from His grace and covenant faithfulness. Discover how spiritual pride can subtly infiltrate the church and why the biblical cure is a renewed focus on God's character rather than ourselves.

UFOs, Interstellar Travel, and the Bible: What’s REALLY Going On?

UFOs, Interstellar Travel, and the Bible: What’s REALLY Going On?

Astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross joins Lenny Esposito to discuss UFOs, UAPs, Mars colonization, interstellar travel, NASA’s Artemis mission, and why the laws of physics may make alien visitation nearly impossible. They also explore Genesis, the Big Bang, and what modern cosmology reveals about the universe.

Is Gerrymandering Cheating? What Christians Need to Understand

Is Gerrymandering Cheating? What Christians Need to Understand

America’s redistricting battles are reaching a boiling point. Republicans and Democrats are accusing each other of cheating, manipulating congressional maps, and undermining democracy itself. But what exactly is gerrymandering—and how should Christians think about it? Lenny Esposito is joined by political science professor Dr. Scott Waller for a thoughtful conversation on representative government, the Constitution, the Electoral College, political ethics, Christian political engagement, and why believers must think beyond tribal politics.

Can America Survive Without Its Christian Foundation?

Can America Survive Without Its Christian Foundation?

What happens to a civilization after it abandons the moral framework that built it? Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel hold a fascinating discussion on immigration, worldview, multiculturalism, public trust, religious liberty, and the future direction of American culture. They explore how competing moral frameworks shape societies—and what may happen if the West continues drifting away from its Christian foundations. This thought-provoking conversation examines the future of America through the lens of apologetics, worldview, and cultural analysis.

America Can’t Afford to Ignore This 3500 Year Old Warning!

America Can’t Afford to Ignore This 3500 Year Old Warning!

Are we really living in hard times—or have we just forgotten what hardship looks like? In this episode, Lenny Esposito explores a powerful warning from Deuteronomy 6:10–25 that speaks directly to modern America. While we often feel financially and emotionally strained, the reality is that we live in one of the most affluent periods in human history. Yet with that prosperity comes a hidden danger. Drawing from Scripture, psychology, and cultural analysis, this episode examines how abundance can lead to self-sufficiency, spiritual complacency, and ultimately forgetting God. From the concept of Sudden Wealth Syndrome to the rise of dissatisfaction in wealthy societies, Lenny shows why prosperity may be a greater test than suffering. Most importantly, he offers a biblical roadmap for guarding your faith in times of ease.

The Dangerous Myth of ‘Trust the Science’

The Dangerous Myth of ‘Trust the Science’

What does it mean to truly know something? In this episode, Lenny Esposito explores the nature of knowledge and challenges the popular claim that science is the only path to truth. By exposing the philosophical assumptions behind scientism, he shows why science depends on deeper truths it cannot prove—and how the Christian worldview provides a more complete foundation for understanding reality.

One God or Many? Why All Religions Are Not Equal

One God or Many? Why All Religions Are Not Equal

Are all religions equally true—or do their differences matter? In this episode of Come Let Us Reason, we challenge the popular belief that all faiths are just different paths to the same destination. By examining the contradictions between worldviews and the unique coherence of monotheism, we make the case that belief in one God isn’t just theological—it’s rational. And if that’s true, it changes everything about how we live.

The Strongest Objections to the Resurrection—Do They Work?

The Strongest Objections to the Resurrection—Do They Work?

What are the strongest objections to the resurrection of Jesus—and do they actually hold up? In this episode of Come Let Us Reason, we examine the most common skeptical arguments against the resurrection and test them against the historical evidence. From alleged contradictions to alternative theories like the swoon hypothesis, we ask whether these objections truly explain the facts—or simply attempt to dismiss them.

You Don’t Have to Believe in God to Accept the Resurrection—Here’s Why

You Don’t Have to Believe in God to Accept the Resurrection—Here’s Why

Do you have to believe in God to accept the resurrection of Jesus? In this episode of Come Let Us Reason, we explore the historical case for the resurrection using widely accepted scholarly facts. From the empty tomb to the transformation of skeptics like Paul and James, we examine what best explains the evidence—and why the resurrection may be more than a matter of faith.

You Believe the Creeds… So Do Demons

You Believe the Creeds… So Do Demons

In this episode of Come Let Us Reason, Lenny Esposito is joined by Anthony Costello to explore a growing issue in modern Christianity: the rise of “creeds-only” faith. As more people appeal to historic confessions like the Apostles’ Creed and Nicene Creed while redefining key biblical teachings, we have to ask—are the creeds sufficient? Or is true Christianity something deeper? If you’ve ever wondered whether Christianity is more than checking doctrinal boxes, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to truly follow Christ.

Did the U.S. Start an Unjust War? Just War Theory Explained (Iran Conflict)

Did the U.S. Start an Unjust War? Just War Theory Explained (Iran Conflict)

In this episode Lenny Esposito examines the current U.S.–Iran conflict through the lens of Just War Theory—a framework developed by thinkers like Augustine and Aquinas to answer one critical question: Can war ever be morally justified? With insights from experts including Keith Pavischek and Dr. Tim Milosch—this episode asks Does Operation Epic Fury meet these standards? Cut through politics and propaganda and find clear, biblical, and ethical analysis of one of today’s most pressing global issues.

The Gospel of Thomas Verse James Talarico Won’t Show You

The Gospel of Thomas Verse James Talarico Won’t Show You

A sermon clip from Texas legislator James Talarico recently went viral after he referenced the Gospel of Thomas to suggest that Jesus supported modern ideas about gender and equality. But there’s something missing from that presentation. In this episode, Lenny plays the viral clip and responds directly to the claim by examining what the Gospel of Thomas actually says — including the final saying that rarely gets mentioned. Then we step back and explore the bigger issue: how the Bible’s canon was formed and why writings like the Gospel of Thomas and the Gospel of Judas were never considered Scripture by the earliest Christians.

What Happens When a Civilization Ignores God? The Bible Already Told Us

What Happens When a Civilization Ignores God? The Bible Already Told Us

In this episode of the Come Let Us Reason Podcast, Lenny Esposito explores Deuteronomy 4 and Moses’ warning that cultures survive only if they listen to God’s Word, remember the lessons of the past, and pass those truths to the next generation.Drawing from thinkers like C.S. Lewis, Chesterton, and Roger Scruton, this episode examines how the erosion of Judeo-Christian foundations threatens modern society—and why the biblical warning is more relevant today than ever.

If You Burned Every Bible, You’d Still Be Stuck with Jesus — Here’s Why

If You Burned Every Bible, You’d Still Be Stuck with Jesus — Here’s Why

What if someone destroyed every Bible ever printed? Would the case for Jesus disappear with them? Cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace — author of Person of Interest and Cold Case Christianity — argues the answer is a definitive no. In this compelling episode of Come Let Us Reason Together, Wallace applies the same investigative technique he used to solve decades-old murders to one of history's most contested questions: who was Jesus of Nazareth, and does the evidence demand a verdict? Using what he calls the "fuse and fallout" method — examining what happened before and after an event when the event itself leaves no direct evidence — Wallace traces the historical shockwave of Jesus's life through science, art, music, education, and world religion. What he found surprised even him.

Positioned for Miracles: The Faithful Steps God Uses to Do the Extraordinary

Positioned for Miracles: The Faithful Steps God Uses to Do the Extraordinary

Do miracles still happen today? And if they do — why do some believers seem to experience God’s power while others never do? In this episode, we explore how ordinary, covenant-rooted faithfulness positioned Israel to experience extraordinary results — and what that means for believers today. It's not about chasing spectacle. It’s about understanding the biblical pattern God has revealed. If you’ve ever longed to see God move in your life, this lesson will help you understand the practical steps Scripture models for being fully used by Him.

Christian Professor Battles DEI at the Arizona Supreme Court — Why This Case Matters

Christian Professor Battles DEI at the Arizona Supreme Court — Why This Case Matters

What happens when a Christian professor refuses mandatory DEI training at a public university? Not because he hates diversity, but because the training teaches that people are morally defined by their skin color. Now the case has reached the Arizona Supreme Court. Does a state employee has the right to challenge government mandates? Does biblical truth still have a place in higher education? We'll explore that and more in this episode.

Why Smart People Believe: The Evidence That Changed Charles Murray’s Mind

Why Smart People Believe: The Evidence That Changed Charles Murray’s Mind

Why do intelligent people believe in Christianity? Is faith something you feel—or something you can reason toward? In this episode, we explore the surprising intellectually rich faith journey of sociologist Charles Murray. We also examine Glenn Loury’s own faith story, shaped within a church rich in emotion and community—yet ultimately challenged by unanswered intellectual questions. Together, these stories reveal a crucial truth: lasting, transformative Christian faith must engage the mind as much as the heart.

Honoring God When Life Hurts: Why He Doesn’t Waste Your Pain

Honoring God When Life Hurts: Why He Doesn’t Waste Your Pain

If God is good… why does obedience still hurt? Why do faithful Christians suffer cancer, loss, miscarriage, and heartbreak? In this episode I’m speaking with Clay Jones and Jean E. Jones about how Christians can glorify God in the worst of times. We’re not offering easy answers or shallow promises. We’re talking honestly about suffering—what Scripture actually says, what the church often gets wrong, and how God uses pain not to destroy faith, but to refine it. Drawing from their personal struggles, we’ll explore how Christians can honor God even when it hurts—and why your suffering is never wasted in God’s hands.

Too Few Fossils, Too Many Agendas: The Hidden Politics Behind Human Origins

Too Few Fossils, Too Many Agendas: The Hidden Politics Behind Human Origins

A recent fossil discovery has exposed deep disagreements among evolutionary scientists over human origins. The division has prompted the question: Is paleoanthropology driven purely by evidence—or are incentives shaping the story of human evolution? In this episode, Lenny Esposito is joined by Dr. Casey Luskin to examine the growing controversy surrounding Sahelanthropus tchadensis, a fossil often described as one of the earliest human ancestors. What began as a celebrated evolutionary discovery has now sparked open disagreement among evolutionary scientists themselves.

Is God Protecting Israel? Why Antisemitism Is Rising Again

Is God Protecting Israel? Why Antisemitism Is Rising Again: History, Prophecy, and the Return of an Ancient Hatred

As antisemitism surges across the political spectrum—from college campuses to cultural influencers—many Christians are asking an urgent biblical question: Is God still protecting Israel? In this episode Lenny Esposito is joined by Dr. Brian Crawford, Director of Apologetics for Chosen People Ministries, to examine why hostility toward Jews is returning with alarming force—and what Scripture, history, and current events reveal about God’s covenant with Israel.

Should Christians Practice Yoga? What the Church Rarely Tells You

Should Christians Practice Yoga? What the Church Rarely Tells You

Yoga is everywhere—from gyms to churches—but is it spiritually neutral? In this roundtable discussion with colleagues from the Kirkwood Center, we examine yoga’s Hindu origins, its purpose as a spiritual discipline, and whether Christians can truly separate the physical practice from its worldview. This conversation challenges popular assumptions and asks a deeper question: Does what we do with our bodies shape what we believe?

Why Romans Still Shakes the World — The Gospel That Toppled Empires (and Confronts Culture Today)

Why Romans Still Shakes the World — The Gospel That Toppled Empires (and Confronts Culture Today)

The book of Romans wasn’t written in a vacuum—it was delivered into the heart of a divided, hostile empire. Long before Rome persecuted Christians, Paul sent a letter that would redefine faith, grace, politics, and morality. In this episode, we explore Romans 1:1–7, the explosive power of the gospel, and why its message still confronts cultural chaos, identity politics, and moral confusion today. From Nero to now, Romans refuses to be tamed.