Cutting through the noise to find the truth about life, faith, and God.

Chuck Rathert and Aaron Mueller discuss issues and questions that are on the minds of people who are wrestling with the problems of existence and meaning, and explore how Christianity can answer these questions in a way that satisfies the longing of the human heart.

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Judgment Day

The Bible teaches that at the end of this current age, when Jesus returns, God will finally and eternally judge all people. But what is the basis of that judgement? What does that judgment have to do with our lives now? And how can I know how I will be judged? Chuck and Aaron talk about the final day of judgment on this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

Episode 145    |    37 minutes

Judgment Day (Ep145)

Judgment Day (Ep145)

The Bible teaches that at the end of this current age, when Jesus returns, God will finally and eternally judge all people. But what is the basis of that judgement? What does that judgment have to do with our lives now? And how can I know how I will be judged? Chuck and Aaron talk about the final day of judgment on this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

“Like a Child” (Ep144)

“Like a Child” (Ep144)

In Mark 10:15, Jesus says that anyone “who does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” This text has been misunderstood in different ways through the years since Jesus has said it. But what does it really mean? Aaron and Chuck discuss this important text on this episode of Cravings Answers, Craving God.

Justification (Ep143)

Justification (Ep143)

Justification is one of the most important words in the Bible because it’s one of the most important aspects of humanity. The quest to find a reason for one’s existence – in other words, “to justify” oneself – is irresistible. On this episode of Cravings Answers, Cravings God, Chuck and Aaron talk about what justification is and how we can truly be justified.

Hate (Ep142)

Hate (Ep142)

Many people struggle with periodic feelings of hate, while others battle chronic hatred. It seems obvious that hatred is wrong and can be very damaging, but then why does the Bible sometimes describe God as hating? And does this mean there are times when hatred is appropriate for humans? Chuck and Aaron talk about hatred on this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

Is Christian Faith “Subjective”? (Ep141)

Is Christian Faith “Subjective”? (Ep141)

Unbelievers sometimes critique Christian faith for being subjective – based on unprovable personal opinions. Sometimes Christians have tried to argue, in response, that their beliefs are actually objective and based on provable evidence. But is this possible? Is it even desirable? Chuck and Aaron talk about these questions in this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

When Church Leaders Fall (Ep140)

When Church Leaders Fall (Ep140)

Political, business, and entertainment leaders fail morally all too often; however, a Christian leader’s fall into great sin causes even deeper damage. In this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God, Chuck and Aaron explore how Christians should respond when their leaders fail.

“How Can I Believe in a Violent God?” (Ep139)

“How Can I Believe in a Violent God?” (Ep139)

While the Bible teaches and Christians insist that God is love, the Old Testament tells many stories of God acting violently towards people who are opposed to him. What are we to make of these stories, and how can enlightened people believe in a God who acts out with violence in anger? Chuck and Aaron discuss this question on this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

Can I Lose My Salvation? (Ep138)

Can I Lose My Salvation? (Ep138)

Some Christians believe that once a person believes in Jesus, they can never lose that salvation, while other Christians believe it is possible for a believer to stop believing. In this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God, Chuck and Aaron dig into the questions of election, apostasy, and eternal security.

Does My Faith Belong to Me? (Ep137)

Does My Faith Belong to Me? (Ep137)

Some Christians worry that their Christianity is only theirs because they grew up in a Christian home. But is this a weakness, or a strength? Chuck and Aaron talk about what it means to have one’s own faith in this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.