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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!

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Sunday, December 31, 2017

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 4)

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 4)

Have you ever wondered what God has prepared for your life? How can you know that you're in God's will? In this lesson, Lenny takes a fresh look at the Christmas story and learns one way God prepares us for the calling He has for us.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, December 24, 2017

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 3)

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 3)

Have you ever wondered what God has prepared for your life? How can you know that you're in God's will? In this lesson, Lenny takes a fresh look at the Christmas story and learns one way God prepares us for the calling He has for us.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 2)

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 2)

Have you ever wondered what God has prepared for your life? How can you know that you're in God's will? In this lesson, Lenny takes a fresh look at the Christmas story and learns one way God prepares us for the calling He has for us.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, December 10, 2017

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 1)

Knowing God's Will: Lessons from the Christmas Story (Part 1)

Have you ever wondered what God has prepared for your life? How can you know that you're in God's will? In this lesson, Lenny takes a fresh look at the Christmas story and learns one way God prepares us for the calling He has for us.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, December 03, 2017

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 4)

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 4)

The Bible teaches that God is sovereign. He has a plan for history and his plan will come to pass. Yet the Bible also seems to affirm that human beings have the power to follow their own wills. These ideas seem to create tension. How can both be true? Here, Lenny reviews Calvinism and Arminianism, which are the two primary ways Protestants have tried to reconcile God's sovereignty and man's freedom. He also discusses the idea of Middle Knowledge and why it may help solve the issue.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, November 26, 2017

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 3)

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 3)

The Bible teaches that God is sovereign. He has a plan for history and his plan will come to pass. Yet the Bible also seems to affirm that human beings have the power to follow their own wills. These ideas seem to create tension. How can both be true? Here, Lenny reviews Calvinism and Arminianism, which are the two primary ways Protestants have tried to reconcile God's sovereignty and man's freedom. He also discusses the idea of Middle Knowledge and why it may help solve the issue.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, November 19, 2017

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 2)

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 2)

The Bible teaches that God is sovereign. He has a plan for history and his plan will come to pass. Yet the Bible also seems to affirm that human beings have the power to follow their own wills. These ideas seem to create tension. How can both be true? Here, Lenny reviews Calvinism and Arminianism, which are the two primary ways Protestants have tried to reconcile God's sovereignty and man's freedom. He also discusses the idea of Middle Knowledge and why it may help solve the issue.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, November 12, 2017

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 1)

God's Sovereignty and Man's Freedom (Part 1)

The Bible teaches that God is sovereign. He has a plan for history and his plan will come to pass. Yet the Bible also seems to affirm that human beings have the power to follow their own wills. These ideas seem to create tension. How can both be true? Here, Lenny reviews Calvinism and Arminianism, which are the two primary ways Protestants have tried to reconcile God's sovereignty and man's freedom. He also discusses the idea of Middle Knowledge and why it may help solve the issue.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, November 05, 2017

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 4)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 4)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

Part 4 of 4

Monday, October 30, 2017

The Reformation: A Great Schism or Necessary Change?

The Reformation: A Great Schism or Necessary Change?


In this special edition of the Come Let Us Reason Together podcast, Lenny sits down with Reasons to Believe Senior Research Scholar Ken Samples to discuss the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. It was on October 31, 1517 Martin Luther nailed his famous 95 theses on the door of the Wittenberg church. That act launched one of the most significant changes to western civilization humanity has ever seen.

In this extended podcast, Ken and Lenny discuss the reasons for Luther’s grievances, why the Reformation made the impact it did, how the sharing of the Gospel was affected through the Reformers, as well as some of the criticisms and problems that emerged from dividing the church. Listen in to hear the entire conversation.

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 3)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 3)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, October 22, 2017

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 2)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 2)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, October 15, 2017

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 1)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 1)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, October 08, 2017

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 4)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 4)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, October 01, 2017

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 3)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 3)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, September 24, 2017

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 2)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 2)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 1)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 1)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Talking with Mormons (Part 4)

Talking with Mormons (Part 4)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, September 03, 2017

Talking with Mormons (Part 3)

Talking with Mormons (Part 3)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, August 27, 2017

Talking with Mormons (Part 2)

Talking with Mormons (Part 2)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Talking with Mormons (Part 1)

Talking with Mormons (Part 1)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, August 13, 2017

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 4)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 4)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, August 06, 2017

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 3)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 3)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, July 30, 2017

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 2)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 2)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, July 23, 2017

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 1)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 1)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, July 16, 2017

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 4)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 4)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, July 09, 2017

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 3)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 3)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, July 02, 2017

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 2)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 2)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, June 25, 2017

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 1)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 1)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, June 18, 2017

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 4)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 4)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, June 11, 2017

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 3)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 3)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, June 04, 2017

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 2)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 2)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 1)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 1)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, May 21, 2017

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 4)

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 4)

Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. In an election year, this is especially prevalent. But shouldn’t our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this series of teachings.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, May 14, 2017

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 3)

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 3)

Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. In an election year, this is especially prevalent. But shouldn’t our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this series of teachings.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, May 07, 2017

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 2)

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 2)

Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. In an election year, this is especially prevalent. But shouldn’t our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this series of teachings.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, April 30, 2017

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 1)

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 1)

Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. In an election year, this is especially prevalent. But shouldn’t our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this series of teachings.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, April 23, 2017

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 4)

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 4)

Women are crucial in service to the body of Christ. Women tend to pray more than men, tend to volunteer more, and attend service more, too. Most churches offer different ministries aimed at women, from Bible studies to cooking and craft workshops. Yet, there are very few women's classes aimed at teaching them how to develop their minds and thoughtfully engage the culture with the reasons for their faith. This is a glaring omission for both Christian women and the churches that serve them. Listen in as Lenny presents to a women's group and explains why women need to develop not only a strong spiritual relationship with God, but also a strong intellectual one as well.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 3)

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 3)

Women are crucial in service to the body of Christ. Women tend to pray more than men, tend to volunteer more, and attend service more, too. Most churches offer different ministries aimed at women, from Bible studies to cooking and craft workshops. Yet, there are very few women's classes aimed at teaching them how to develop their minds and thoughtfully engage the culture with the reasons for their faith. This is a glaring omission for both Christian women and the churches that serve them. Listen in as Lenny presents to a women's group and explains why women need to develop not only a strong spiritual relationship with God, but also a strong intellectual one as well.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, April 09, 2017

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 2)

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 2)

Women are crucial in service to the body of Christ. Women tend to pray more than men, tend to volunteer more, and attend service more, too. Most churches offer different ministries aimed at women, from Bible studies to cooking and craft workshops. Yet, there are very few women's classes aimed at teaching them how to develop their minds and thoughtfully engage the culture with the reasons for their faith. This is a glaring omission for both Christian women and the churches that serve them. Listen in as Lenny presents to a women's group and explains why women need to develop not only a strong spiritual relationship with God, but also a strong intellectual one as well.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, April 02, 2017

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 1)

Romancing the Mind - Why Apologetics is Crucial for Women (Part 1)

Women are crucial in service to the body of Christ. Women tend to pray more than men, tend to volunteer more, and attend service more, too. Most churches offer different ministries aimed at women, from Bible studies to cooking and craft workshops. Yet, there are very few women's classes aimed at teaching them how to develop their minds and thoughtfully engage the culture with the reasons for their faith. This is a glaring omission for both Christian women and the churches that serve them. Listen in as Lenny presents to a women's group and explains why women need to develop not only a strong spiritual relationship with God, but also a strong intellectual one as well.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, March 26, 2017

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 4)

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 4)

As we approach Easter, Christians will get inundated with media specials trying to proclaim the "lost" story of the real Jesus. But they have it wrong. Join us as we hear why the Gospel accounts are completely trustworthy as reliable sources of ancient history.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, March 19, 2017

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 3)

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 3)

As we approach Easter, Christians will get inundated with media specials trying to proclaim the "lost" story of the real Jesus. But they have it wrong. Join us as we hear why the Gospel accounts are completely trustworthy as reliable sources of ancient history.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 2)

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 2)

As we approach Easter, Christians will get inundated with media specials trying to proclaim the "lost" story of the real Jesus. But they have it wrong. Join us as we hear why the Gospel accounts are completely trustworthy as reliable sources of ancient history.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, March 05, 2017

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 1)

Why the Gospels Are History (Part 1)

As we approach Easter, Christians will get inundated with media specials trying to proclaim the "lost" story of the real Jesus. But they have it wrong. Join us as we hear why the Gospel accounts are completely trustworthy as reliable sources of ancient history.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, February 26, 2017

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 4)

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 4)

The assumption of evolution has been with us for decades. However, as science advances and new findings are discovered, modern Darwinian theories have not been strengthened. Rather, we're finding more and more problems with the models that currently exist. Listen in as Lenny updates us on the latest from the front lines in the evolution debate.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, February 19, 2017

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 3)

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 3)

The assumption of evolution has been with us for decades. However, as science advances and new findings are discovered, modern Darwinian theories have not been strengthened. Rather, we're finding more and more problems with the models that currently exist. Listen in as Lenny updates us on the latest from the front lines in the evolution debate.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, February 12, 2017

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 2)

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 2)

The assumption of evolution has been with us for decades. However, as science advances and new findings are discovered, modern Darwinian theories have not been strengthened. Rather, we're finding more and more problems with the models that currently exist. Listen in as Lenny updates us on the latest from the front lines in the evolution debate.

Part 2 of 4

Saturday, February 11, 2017

Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 1)

CORRECTED: Latest Problems with Darwinism (Part 1)

The assumption of evolution has been with us for decades. However, as science advances and new findings are discovered, modern Darwinian theories have not been strengthened. Rather, we're finding more and more problems with the models that currently exist. Listen in as Lenny updates us on the latest from the front lines in the evolution debate.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, January 29, 2017

How to Study the Bible (Part 4)

How to Study the Bible (Part 4)

Personal Bible study is the best way to draw closer to God and also promote clear thinking. But studying the Bible yourself can be challenging. Here, Lenny will teach you how to get the most out of your daily devotional time.

Part 4 of 4

Sunday, January 22, 2017

How to Study the Bible (Part 3)

How to Study the Bible (Part 3)

Personal Bible study is the best way to draw closer to God and also promote clear thinking. But studying the Bible yourself can be challenging. Here, Lenny will teach you how to get the most out of your daily devotional time.

Part 3 of 4

Sunday, January 15, 2017

How to Study the Bible (Part 2)

How to Study the Bible (Part 2)

Personal Bible study is the best way to draw closer to God and also promote clear thinking. But studying the Bible yourself can be challenging. Here, Lenny will teach you how to get the most out of your daily devotional time.

Part 2 of 4

Sunday, January 08, 2017

How to Study the Bible (Part 1)

How to Study the Bible (Part 1)

Personal Bible study is the best way to draw closer to God and also promote clear thinking. But studying the Bible yourself can be challenging. Here, Lenny will teach you how to get the most out of your daily devotional time.

Part 1 of 4

Sunday, January 01, 2017

Jesus: The Smartest Man Who Ever Lived (Part 4)

Jesus: The Smartest Man Who Ever Lived (Part 4)

If you were asked to choose the most intelligent person in history, who would it be? Einstein? Newton? Socrates? What about Jesus? Join us while we get ready to celebrate Christ's birth and to learn about as new aspect of Jesus's ministry: how he wants to engage our minds as much as our hearts.

Part 4 of 4

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