In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, Kathy Afzali sits down with resident Bible scholar, Shane Rosenthal, to uncover the deeper meaning behind one of Scripture’s most mysterious moments - Jacob wrestling with God in Genesis 32.   Together, they explore how Jacob’s struggle symbolizes every believer’s journey: from deception to redemption, weakness to strength, and striving to surrender. Shane breaks down why God allowed Jacob to “win,” what his new name Israel truly means, and how this moment points directly to Jesus and the cross.   If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, guilt, or your past, this episode will remind you that God meets us right in the middle of the struggle - not to destroy us, but to transform us.   🔹 Chapter Notes and Time Stamps: (00:00) Introduction — Welcome back with Kathy & Shane (00:16) What We’ll Cover Today: Jacob Wrestles With God (03:10) God Uses Imperfect People (05:16) Jesus’ Broken Family Line and God’s Redemption (07:02) Scripture Reading — Genesis 32:22–32 (12:10) The Meaning Behind Jacob’s Name Change (17:16) Wrestling With Faith and Doubt (20:02) The Dangers of Favoritism in Families (25:08) The Cherubim and God’s Hidden Symbolism (26:53) Jacob’s Dual Nature: Smart but Flawed (33:22) Did Jacob Think He Was Wrestling Esau? (40:26) Understanding God’s “Weakness” in Scripture (43:05) “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth” Explained (47:24) How Every Verse Points to the Messiah (49:22) Closing: How Jesus Lets the Child Win Watch now to discover how the God who wrestled with Jacob still meets us in our struggles today - with grace, strength, and love.   Shane Rosenthal's Website https://www.humbleskeptic.com   🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes where faith meets real life!   Connect with Us: Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Bible

Today on You Can Handle the Truth! we’re talking about faith under fire—literally and figuratively.   Rob and Stephanie Krop are a married couple from Frederick, Maryland, who found their faith tested in an unimaginable way. Rob, co-owner of The Machine Gun Nest, was federally indicted in 2023 under newly reinterpreted ATF regulations that criminalized actions once considered legal. Stephanie, his wife and business partner, stood beside him through every moment—leaning on God, prayer, and Scripture to find peace in the chaos.   This is a story of endurance, courage, and the kind of faith that holds steady when life feels unfair. Rob shares how his personal walk with Christ deepened as he faced the real possibility of prison. Stephanie reveals how she fought fear, anchored herself in Scripture, and learned to trust God one day at a time.   Their journey reminds us that even when the system fails, God never does—and that peace is possible when your faith stands firm.   📖 Scripture Highlight: Isaiah 43:2 — “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you walk through the fire, you will not be burned.” Watch this powerful testimony of faith, perseverance, and God’s victory through trials.   🔹 Chapter Notes and Time Stamps: (00:00) Faith Under Fire: Introducing Rob & Stephanie Krop (02:00) ATF Policy Changes and the Legal Storm (05:00) The Day Everything Changed (08:00) Facing a Federal Indictment (11:00) Rob’s Salvation Story (13:00) What They Were Accused Of (20:15) Stephanie’s Faith in the Fire – Proverbs 22:6, John 3:3, Psalms 23 (25:00) How the Trial Dragged On and God Sustained Them (30:20) The Power of Church and Community (33:25) Choosing Forgiveness – Romans 8:28, Philippians 2:3 (41:53) Isaiah 43:2 – God in the Fire (43:00) The “Not Guilty” Verdict (44:20) How God Turned It for Good (45:40) Life After the Trial   🔗 Links to their channels below: Website: www.themachinegunnest.com Instagram: @themachinegunnest @machinegun_steph Facebook: www.facebook.com/tmgnmd Youtube:  https://youtube.com/@TheMachineGunNest?si=MdbT6m5rUxO0Qrx4   🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes where faith meets real life!   Connect with Us: Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Bible

Today on You Can Handle the Truth! we welcome Pastor Greg Armstrong, church planter and lead pastor of Saturate Church in Mississauga, Canada. Greg has spent years in on-the-ground ministry reaching Muslims for Christ—through respectful, informed, and Spirit-led conversations.   In this episode, we explore how Christians can share the Gospel effectively with Muslims—without arguments, shame, or hostility. Greg explains why many Western approaches to evangelism fall flat, and how his Master Key method helps believers dismantle false foundations of Islam while gently revealing biblical truth. Whether you’ve spoken with Muslims before or simply have a heart for reaching the lost, this episode will give you practical tools, confidence, and compassion to share your faith.   🔹 Chapter Notes & Time Stamps   (00:00) Welcome to You Can Handle the Truth! (00:44) Meet Pastor Greg Armstrong from Canada (02:15) Revisiting Jay Smith’s Theories on Islam (04:52) Historical vs Moral Critique of Islam (06:36) How Greg Ministers to Muslims in Person (09:32) What Works (and What Doesn’t) in Reaching Muslims (11:45) Why Tone and Approach Matter in Evangelism (14:35) Debating the “30 Qur’ans” Claim (19:25) Understanding Textual Variants and Muslim Beliefs (20:12) Introducing “The Master Key” Method (28:18) The Five Real Pillars of Islam (32:15) Comparing the Qur’an and Torah Stories (34:10) The Story of Joseph - Qur’an vs Genesis (37:00) Why Small Story Details Matter More Than Doctrine (39:00) Final Thoughts: Simplicity and the Power of Scripture (40:31) Closing Prayer and Message   🔗 Resources & Links:   Join Pastor Greg and Shahriq in their online SKOOL community for training to reach Muslims called CHRIST UNDERGROUND: https://www.skool.com/christ   Check out Pastor Greg and his Team on these YouTube Channels:  - Shahriq Khan: https://youtube.com/@realshahriqkhan?si=-lAZO6LXClqEvPrR  - Alex Kerimli: https://youtube.com/@alexkerimli777?si=ZHaJHUNGq6MlM-Ej  - Until All Hear: https://youtube.com/@untilallhear?si=K2UGWjkWu2gwsJDS   Follow or Contact Greg on Instagram: @gregarmstronger @until.all.hear   🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes where faith meets real life!   Connect with Us: Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Bible

In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! Kathy sits down with Bible scholar Shane Rosenthal to uncover how the Gospel of John connects directly to Genesis, Exodus, and Old Testament prophecies. Together, we explore Jacob’s ladder, Melchizedek, the angel of the Lord, the Passover lamb, and how every page of Scripture points to Jesus as the Messiah.   If you’ve ever wondered whether the Old Testament foreshadows Christ or how John’s Gospel proves the divinity of Jesus, this deep dive is for you. Chapters include detailed Scripture readings and discussion of prophecies fulfilled in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. Whether you’re new to the faith or a lifelong Christian, you’ll gain fresh insight into how the Bible is truly one story pointing to Christ.   Subscribe for more conversations that connect faith, culture, and Scripture.   Chapter Notes & Time Stamps (00:00) Introduction and welcome (00:22) Meet Shane Rosenthal, resident Bible nerd (02:34) Why the Book of John may be earlier than scholars thought (05:00) How town names prove early Gospel writing (07:10) Jesus and Jacob’s Ladder — Genesis 28 connection (08:56) Yahweh, the Angel of the Lord, and the burning bush (12:14) John 1: “In the beginning was the Word” explained (14:14) Melchizedek and foreshadowing of the Messiah (16:15) God in human form in Genesis (17:20) The Son of Man in Daniel 7 and Jewish two-powers theology (18:02) Genesis 22: Sacrifice of Isaac and the foreshadowing of Jesus (20:22) The Angel of Yahweh and God’s promise of the Lamb (22:05) John’s Gospel and Old Testament prophecy fulfillment (25:43) Mathematical odds of prophecy fulfillment (26:09) Scripture Reading: Isaiah 52–53 — The Suffering Servant (28:08) Jesus as the Light of the World during the Feast of Booths (30:35) Exodus 13–14: Pillar of Fire and the Angel of the Lord (36:26) The Lamb of God and the meaning of Passover (40:47) The firstborn son and ultimate freedom in Christ (42:47) Closing encouragement: Investigating Jesus as Messiah 🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes where faith meets real life!   Connect with Us: Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Bible #CharlieKirk #ChristianPodcast #FreeSpeech #Truth #YouCanHandleTheTruth

In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! I sit down with Michele Marsili, Vice President of Women in Apologetics, to talk about absolute truth, relativism, conspiracy theories, and how Christians can discern what’s real in today’s chaotic culture. We dive into Scripture, discuss how the Bible withstands scrutiny, and unpack how to stand firm when the world twists God’s Word. From Romans 1 to Colossians 2, this episode will encourage you to put your feet on solid ground and pursue truth that doesn’t shift with culture. Whether you’re a lifelong believer or new to faith, you’ll leave with clarity, encouragement, and practical ways to spot lies, cling to truth, and strengthen your relationship with Jesus.   Chapter Notes & Time Stamps (00:00) Introduction and guest welcome (02:10) Defining truth: absolute vs. relativism (05:00) Everyday examples of truth in action (07:00) Misunderstanding Scripture: context matters (10:05) Applying biblical morality to modern culture (11:12) Proverbs 26: Answering a fool or not? (13:30) God reveals truth in His timing (14:13) Chaos in culture: discerning what’s true (17:02) Early church persecution and staying focused (18:49) John 14:6 – Jesus is the way, truth, and life (19:34) Scripture Reading – Romans 1:25 (21:20) Modern idols: created things vs. the Creator (29:10) Scripture Reading – Colossians 2:8 (30:40) Counterfeit truth and discernment (38:29) Scripture Reading – 2 Timothy 4:3-4 (39:40) Gen Z’s hunger for absolute truth (42:00) Comfort, apathy, and the Western church (43:36) Seeing the unnoticed: sharing the gospel daily (45:19) Michele Marsili on women in apologetics (47:18) Encouragement for women to step into theology (48:21) Closing encouragement: standing firm in truth   Information and resources: Did you know Jesus actually uses five witnesses to testify about who He is? In John 5, He lays them out one by one: John the Baptist (v. 33) – the prophet who pointed straight to Jesus. His works and miracles (v. 36) – visible proof of God’s power at work. God the Father (v. 37) – who declared Jesus as His Son. The Scriptures (v. 39) – every page whispering His name. Moses (v. 46) – whose writings foreshadowed the Messiah. Jesus didn’t leave us in the dark—He stacked the evidence! These witnesses remind us that faith isn’t blind; it’s grounded in truth, testimony, and history.   Sources from the episode: Women In Apologetics website: https://womeninapologetics.com WIA Resources: https://womeninapologetics.com/resources/ WIA Academy: https://womeninapologetics.com/wiaacademy/   🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes where faith meets real life!   Connect with Us: Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Bible #CharlieKirk #ChristianPodcast #FreeSpeech #Truth #YouCanHandleTheTruth

In this heartfelt episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we reflect on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and the impact it has had on Gen Z, America, and Christians worldwide. From personal stories of grief to timeless biblical truth, Kathy asks the only question that truly matters: if you were to die today, are you ready to face God? We explore how Charlie’s message of hope pointed a generation back to Christ, the reality of heaven and hell, and why Jesus’ bold claim in Mark 14 proves He is God. This episode also dives into free speech in the first century, absolute truth, and why every believer must stand firm in faith. Whether you are a lifelong Christian or just beginning to explore faith, this message will challenge and encourage you.   🔹 Chapter Notes with Time Stamps (00:00) Opening reflections on Charlie Kirk’s death (00:48) “Charlie is with God” – hope in grief (01:21) Gen Z’s voice for truth (02:01) Why this loss cuts so deep (02:15) Generational tragedies and defining moments (03:13) America’s grief beyond politics (03:27) The only question that matters: are you ready to face God? (04:29) Mark 14:61–64 – Jesus claims to be God (05:03) Why free speech and truth still matter (05:55) The essentials of Christianity (06:28) Straight facts, Charlie style (07:35) Why I need Jesus – personal reflection (08:03) 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Jesus became sin for us (08:36) The urgency of salvation (08:41) Prayer of repentance and salvation (09:18) Welcome to God’s family (09:24) Closing encouragement and truth   Song of the Week: Tenth Avenue North - I Have This Hope https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjetZn5lrBc&list=RDcjetZn5lrBc&start_radio=1   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast

The Gospel of John has long been dismissed by some scholars as the “latest and least historical” of the four Gospels. But new evidence is challenging that view. In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we welcome back Shane Rosenthal, host of The Humble Skeptic podcast, to explore why many scholars now believe John was written much earlier than once thought — possibly even before the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD.   If you’ve ever wondered whether you can trust the Gospel accounts of Jesus, this conversation will strengthen your confidence in Scripture.   (01:09) Introducing Shane Rosenthal, our “Bible nerd” guest (04:06) Shane’s journey from atheist to Christian (05:23) Why Christianity stands the test of scrutiny (06:26) Diving into the Gospel of John (07:18) Antiques Roadshow analogy: Testing authenticity (10:00) Why Christianity withstands historical investigation (11:27) Signs, miracles, and evidence of true prophets (13:28) Prophecies that confirm Scripture (14:10) Kathy’s faith crisis and turning to evidence (15:16) Why scholars are rethinking John’s Gospel (17:16) John’s eyewitness knowledge of geography (19:00) The Pool of Bethesda — archaeological proof (John 5:2) (21:29) Evidence John wrote before 70 AD (22:26) Prophecy of Peter’s death and dating clues (27:22) Caiaphas’ prophecy and its implications (John 11:50) (30:26) How this changes dating for the other Gospels (35:04) The Wedding at Cana and stone jars (John 2:6) (39:19) Jewish purification rituals and Christian baptism (43:01) Jesus as the Lamb of God (John 1:29) (43:24) Jacob’s Ladder connection (Genesis 28 and John 1) (43:53) Closing reflections and truth you can handle   Shane Rosenthal's Website https://www.humbleskeptic.com   FREE GIVEAWAY Why Should We Believe the Bible? https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/why-should-we-believe-the-bible   Authenticating the Fourth Gospel https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/authenticating-the-fourth-gospel   The Implications of John 5:2 https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/john-52-there-is-in-jerusalem   A Paradigm Shift for the Date of John? https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/the-date-of-johns-gospel-are-we-witnessing   The Date of John, Revisited https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/the-date-of-johns-gospel-revisited   Water Into Wine https://www.humbleskeptic.com/p/water-into-wine   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast

Fresh off his debate with Raymond Ibrahim — and taking plenty of heat online — Dr. Jay Smith joins You Can Handle the Truth! to dig into some of the most controversial claims about Islam. Jay examines the missing historical evidence for Mecca during the time of Muhammad, the discovery of 30 different Arabic Qur’ans, and whether the Qur’an we have today is really “perfectly preserved.” It’s a rapid-fire conversation that Kathy admits she probably should have doubled up on her coffee, because Jay keeps her on her toes from start to finish. If you’re curious about Islam, fearful of it, or simply want to understand how Christianity and Islam compare, this episode will equip you with questions, clarity, and truth. #JaySmith #IslamVsChristianity #Quran #DidMuhammadExist #ChristianPodcast #Apologetics #Mecca #youcanhandlethetruth    (00:00) Intro & Why Dr. Jay Smith Matters (01:15) Who Is Dr. Jay Smith? Background (03:30) Discovering 30 Different Qur’ans (05:50) Polemics vs Apologetics: How to Engage Muslims (08:10) Growing Up Among Muslims in India (10:00) The Best Questions to Ask a Muslim About Faith (12:15) Why Christians Avoid Debate—and Why We Shouldn’t (15:30) Was Paul Confrontational? The Case for Boldness (20:00) Loving Muslims Enough to Tell the Truth (23:00) The Problem of Fear in Reaching Muslims (26:30) Saul to Paul: Why Bold Converts Matter (30:00) Persecution and Bold Witness in Nigeria (33:00) How Polemics Work: Internal, Cultural, External (38:00) The Historicity of Mecca—Did It Even Exist? (43:00) Adam, Eve, Abraham… in Mecca? (46:00) Patricia Crone’s Research on Mecca (50:00) Archeology vs Islam’s Claims (54:00) The Qur’an’s Claim: Perfectly Preserved? (58:00) Variants in the Qur’an & Why It Matters (01:02:00) Muslim Scholars Forced to Admit Problems (01:05:00) Why the Bible Stands Alone Historically (01:08:00) Closing Reflections & Call to Truth   Link to Dr. Jay Smith's page: https://www.youtube.com/@pfanderfilms   Links to donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/YouCanHandleTheTruth https://venmo.com/u/YouCanHandleTheTruth   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast  

Sometimes faith isn’t polished. Sometimes it’s not perfect. Sometimes… it’s just desperate. In this solo episode, Kathy shares a story from Scripture about a woman who was isolated, overlooked, and out of options — until one moment of desperate faith stopped Jesus in His tracks. That same God still stops for you today. Kathy also opens up about her own season of disappointment, when she thought she’d been rejected by God… only to realize she was being redirected by Him. If you’ve ever felt invisible, worn out, or like your prayers were hitting a wall — this conversation will remind you of the God who sees you, calls you “Daughter,” and never walks past your pain. #Faith #ChristianPodcast #Jesus #YouCanHandleTheTruth #BibleStudy   (00:00) Introduction: Kathy goes solo (00:39) A message for the ladies (and the men listening in) (01:28) The God who stops for us (01:58) The story of the bleeding woman (Matthew, Mark, Luke) (02:14) 12 years of bleeding, shame, and isolation (04:14) Fighting through the crowd to touch His cloak (04:42) Instantly healed, but Jesus stops (05:25) One word that changed everything (06:02) Jesus restores her identity (06:19) Kathy’s personal story of wilderness and redirection (07:17) Desperate faith that God still honors (08:03) Jesus stops for the overlooked and invisible (09:08) Closing encouragement: The God who stops for you   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com

In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, Kathy and Annabelle dive into the everyday practice of gratitude. From lighthearted stories (including how to handle a bad hair day) to heartfelt reflections, we explore how shifting your perspective can completely change your day. Gratitude isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a way of life that shapes how we see God, ourselves, and others. Join us as we talk through the funny, the practical, and the spiritual sides of thankfulness. #Gratitude #YouCanHandleTheTruth #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Thankfulness #JoyInChrist   (00:00) Intro: Why Gratitude Is More Than a Buzzword (02:47) Kathy’s Take: Gratitude Can Change Everything (06:15) Annabelle’s Reaction: Making It Funny (09:32) The “Bad Hair Day” Gratitude Test (13:48) What Gratitude Teaches Us About Perspective (18:21) How Negativity Steals Joy (21:56) The Role of Gratitude in Relationships (26:03) Stories from Our Own Lives (30:27) Gratitude in Scripture and Daily Faith (34:12) When Gratitude Feels Hard (37:55) Final Thoughts and Challenge for the Week   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com  

In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we sit down with Pastor Suneel from Pakistan, whose powerful testimony reveals God’s miraculous hand in the darkest moments. Once on the brink of suicide, Pastor Suneel encountered the unconditional love of Christ and now leads a thriving ministry that cares for orphans, rescues families from slavery, and shares the gospel in one of the most persecuted nations in the world. This is a sobering yet hope-filled conversation that reminds us of the global church, the cost of discipleship, and the unstoppable power of the gospel.   - Suneel’s Contribution Information You can give to Global Vision Ministries and help the persecuted church and orphanage in Pakistan. Send to: Account Title: Global Vision Ministries Address: Canal Road Branch, Faisalabad, Punjab, 38000, Pakistan Account Currency: Pakistani Rupees Account Number: 1051002734140001 Swift Code: MCIBPKKI IBAN: PK43MCIB1051002734140001 Your contribution/donation will be much appreciated.   Chapter Notes with Timestamps (00:00) Introduction – Pastor Suneel from Pakistan (02:12) Suneel’s childhood and family background (03:35) Struggles with drugs, gangs, and conflict with his father (05:37) Attempted suicide and miraculous survival (06:36) Doctors declare “no hope”—but God intervenes (08:25) Encountering God’s unconditional love in the hospital (09:15) Transformation and baptism of his own father (10:36) Restrictions for Christians in Pakistan (11:04) History of Pakistan’s formation and Christian minorities (13:26) Decline of Christians from 20% to 1.5% in Pakistan (16:15) Forced conversions and persecution (20:12) How Muslims are encountering Jesus in dreams and visions (22:44) Miracles of deliverance and healing (25:20) The reality of persecution and blasphemy laws (28:54) Churches and homes burned in Pakistan (31:18) How the Western church can help (33:12) Gospel campaigns and revivals in Pakistan (36:10) Freeing Christian families from slavery (38:04) “My Father’s Home” orphanage ministry (39:47) Final encouragement: Standing as the light in the darkness   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast

In Part 2 of our conversation with Mohamad Faridi, we explore his miraculous escape from Iran, the challenges of living as a Christian in a Muslim country, and the explosive growth of the underground church in Iran. Mohamad shares how God is using disillusionment with Islam to open hearts, the bold believers risking everything to spread the Gospel, and why the church in Iran is growing faster than almost anywhere else in the world. This inspiring testimony will strengthen your faith and challenge you to pray for and support the persecuted church. Watch Part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-U2SFi_47Y (00:00) Christianity’s Rapid Growth in Iran (00:42) Welcome Back – Recap of Part 1 (01:21) Life as a Christian in a Muslim Country (03:08) Persecution and the Underground Church in Iran (04:43) Miraculous Escape Through UN Refugee System (05:58) Arriving in the U.S. and Starting Over (06:39) Challenges for Christians in Iran’s Education System (09:05) Choosing Faith Over Degrees – Philippians 3 Reference (10:12) Bold Witness – Bible on the Taxi Dashboard (11:09) Why Islam Restricts Bible Access (12:25) Hardships of Iranian Christians (13:38) Dreams, Signs, and Eastern Culture – 1 Corinthians Reference (15:20) The #1 Reason for Mass Conversions in Iran (17:38) Internet’s Role in Exposing Islamic Teachings (20:05) Street Evangelism Among Iranians Abroad (22:23) Underground Printing and Literature Distribution (26:18) Acts 10:34–35 – God Shows No Favoritism (27:22) The Power of Hearing the Gospel (30:36) Multiple Encounters with Christians in Tehran (31:02) Call to Support Persecuted Christians   Acts 10:34–35 – “Then Peter began to speak: ‘I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right.’”   Order Mohamad's book: https://iranchristians.org/forsaking-my-fathers-religion/ Watch Mohamad on Youtube: @mohamadfaridi Link to Mohamad's website: https://iranchristians.org/   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast

Mohamad Faridi grew up in Iran, trained in Shiite Islam, and was chosen for the Revolutionary Guard, but it all unraveled when a childhood friend shared the gospel. In this gripping first half of his testimony, Mohamad reveals the darkness, fear, and religious performance demanded by Islam, and the simple, freeing truth of Jesus Christ that changed everything. He describes how Islam crushed his critical thinking, the rituals of self-harm he performed to earn God's approval, and the moment he heard the words that pierced his heart: “Jesus was sacrificed for you.” From intense persecution to underground churches, this is a story of transformation and truth you won’t forget. Listen now and come back next week for Part 2 about how he escaped Iran and began ministering to Muslims across the world.   (00:00) Intro Clip (00:41) Meet Mohamad Faridi (01:24) Mohamad's Story Begins – From Tehran to Christian Podcasts (04:14) “I Was a Miserable Muslim” – Early Life in Islam (06:17) Questions That Got You Punished in Islam (09:24) Reciting, Mourning, and Self-Harm for Allah (11:16) Islamic Rituals vs. Biblical Truth (13:19) Doing More, Bleeding More, But Never Enough (15:11) Hopelessness from Iran’s Top Islamic Scholar (16:00) Chosen for the Revolutionary Guard (17:01) Why Martyrdom Is the Only Guarantee in Islam (18:04) The First Encounter with Christ (20:24) “Jesus Was Sacrificed for You” – Mohamad’s Conversion (21:36) Accepting Christ (22:43) Family Finds Out – The Persecution Begins (26:00) Practicing Christianity in Secret (28:01) The Confrontation with His Father (30:06) Finding Safety in the Underground Church (32:07) “Christianity Is Corrupted” – Family Pushback Begins (32:48) Part 2 Coming Next Week! Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email ycht.socials@gmail.com   #ChristianPodcast

Colonel John T. Cornelius is a 93-year-old Vietnam War pilot, decorated military veteran, and a direct descendant of the Cornelius from Acts 10. In this powerful episode, he shares how faith sustained him through two near-death experiences—one crash landing in Vietnam, and another after ejecting from an F-4 jet upside down over Texas. From reconnaissance missions to legacy mentorship, John opens up about why he believes God saved him—and how reputation, service, and humility matter most in life. A moving story of survival, legacy, and trust in God.   (00:00) Intro & Disclaimer (00:17) Meet Col. John T. Cornelius (01:14) Growing Up During the Depression (03:00) Caring for His Disabled Brother (05:00) Falling in Love at Age 11 (06:30) ROTC and University of Maryland (08:00) Air Force Training Begins (09:04) Survival School and Best in Class (10:10) Crash Landings and Calm Under Pressure (13:07) Flying 50 Feet Above Vietnam with No Weapons (15:38) Hit by Enemy Fire Over Laos (17:00) Emergency Landing at Bambi 2 Base (22:26) "I Just Want to Get Home" (23:45) “I’m a Believer, Baby” (24:14) Why God Spared His Life (24:59) Mentoring the First Black Female Pilot (26:00) Ejection Over Texas—What Really Happened (30:00) Acts 10 Explained (33:00) Acts 10:44–48 Scripture Reading (35:20) John's Faith Legacy and Closing Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ChristianPodcast

In this unforgettable episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we finally tell David's side of the story - how a smuggled journey out of Iran, a revolution-era detour in Romania, and a lost suitcase led him to the very escalator in a New Jersey mall where he met my mom on the last day of her 8-day prayer for her future husband. This is a story of divine timing, answered prayer, and the kind of miracle that only God can orchestrate. If you’ve ever doubted that God is in the details, this episode will give you hope. Whether you’re navigating singleness, waiting for breakthrough, or just love a good real-life miracle story - this one’s for you.   (00:00) Intro (01:05) David's Side of the Story (05:10) Why Dad Was Traveling to Turkey (07:00) Romanian Layover, Luggage Lost, and Soldiers with Guns (14:50) The Missed Appointment at the Embassy (17:00) A Miracle at the Consulate: Paperwork Approved Without It (18:30) Covered in Hives, Prompted to Leave Early (20:00) Return to New Jersey Just in Time (21:00) The Escalator Moment at Paramus Mall (23:04) “He’s So Sweet”: Kathy's First Thought (24:50) The First Real Conversation and Number Exchange (26:40) Walking to the Car and the Quiet Ride Home (29:00) The First Date (and a Speeding Ticket) (30:53) The Eight-Day Prayer That Was Answered (32:00) Wedding Day Panic and a God Wink in a Parking Lot (33:10) Our Song from Robin Hood and God's Final Confirmation (34:00) Closing Reflections: Prayer, Miracles, and Mall Escalators   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ChristianPodcast

When Roland Warren was a student at Princeton, he and his girlfriend were pressured to abort their child. Instead, they chose life, and that decision changed everything. Now a national pro-life advocate and CEO of Care Net, Roland joins us to talk about what it means to be Pro Abundant Life. In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth!, we talk about the spiritual deception behind abortion culture, the essential role of fathers, and how the church can better support both women and men. Roland’s story is one of courage, truth, and redemption. And it’s one every believer needs to hear.   (00:00) Welcome (01:41) Meet Roland Warren: Princeton, Pregnancy, and Choosing Life (04:48) How One Decision Changed Everything (07:30) God Uses Our Mistakes for Redemption (13:13) "She Couldn't See That Picture—But God Did" (17:34) Why Men Matter in the Abortion Decision (23:21) Mary, Joseph, and the First Unplanned Pregnancy (25:39) Can You Solve Abortion Without Marriage? (30:08) Connecting Fatherhood, Life, and Biblical Design (33:04) When Churches Enable Rather Than Disciple (35:14) The Woman at the Well and Modern Brokenness (36:04) Why She Left Her Water Jug Behind (John 4) (38:38) You Can Come As You Are—But Don’t Stay That Way (40:31) Final Reflections: What Choosing Life Gave Us   📚 Learn more from Roland Warren in his powerful book "The Alternative to Abortion: Why We Must be Pro Abundant Life". Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/6kg49qZ   🤝To learn more about Care Net National, visit: https://care-net.org/   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ChristianPodcast

This episode of You Can Handle the Truth! features Shane Rosenthal, host of The Humble Skeptic, who reveals why Joanna—the overlooked woman in Luke’s Gospel—might have been the key eyewitness for Luke’s entire account. We unpack archeological evidence, literary structures in Luke 24, and Joanna’s noble status as the granddaughter of Theophilus, the high priest. Shane also shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith after growing up in a secular Jewish home. This episode is a must-listen for Christian women, Bible nerds, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the reliability of Scripture and the role of women in the early church.   (00:00) Intro: Meet Shane Rosenthal (00:49) Joanna: The Woman Bible Readers Miss (02:00) The Ossuary Discovery: Joanna & Theophilus (03:36) What’s an Ossuary? Explaining Ancient Burial (05:11) Women Supporting Jesus Financially – Luke 8:3 (07:22) Joanna’s Nobility and Historical Context (08:15) Literary Chiastic Structure in Luke 24 (10:14) Scripture Reading – Luke 8:1-3 (12:25) Joanna’s Husband: A High Official in Herod’s Court (15:51) Joanna’s Role as Luke’s Eyewitness (20:41) Luke’s Gospel as Historical Evidence (22:00) Scripture Reading – Luke 24:9–11 (24:16) Women’s Testimony vs. Disciples’ Doubt (28:33) Scripture Reading – Romans 16:7 and Junia/Joanna Debate (29:22) Joanna’s Latin Name and Apostolic Role (33:10) Jesus Revolution: Shane’s Baptism by Chuck Smith (35:09) Shane’s Testimony: From Atheism to Faith (38:01) Archeology & the Gospel of John (43:10) Luke’s Goal: “So That You May Have Certainty” (Luke 1:4) (44:44) Joanna: An Unsung Hero of the Resurrection   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #JoannaInTheBible #GospelOfLuke #BiblicalWomen #EyewitnessTestimony #Apologetics #HistoricalJesus #ShaneRosenthal #YouCanHandleTheTruth

In this solo episode, Kathy shares a bold message to two audiences: Christians who need clarity about Islam, and Muslim women who’ve never read their own sacred text. She walks through what the Quran says about violence, women, and paradise—contrasting it with the dignity and hope Jesus offers. She also shares what’s happening in Iran, where Muslim women are having dreams and visions of Jesus and finding true freedom. This episode is for anyone willing to ask: What’s actually true?   (00:00) Introduction and Prayer Over This Message   (00:35) Meeting David and the Pain of His Homeland   (01:59) Understanding Iran’s Regime and Islam   (03:01) Iranians Are Meeting Jesus in Dreams (04:12) Link to The Persecuted Church in Iran  (05:11) Helping an Afghan Refugee Family (07:33) Kathy Reads the Quran Herself (07:58) What the Quran Really Says About Peace (08:27) (Quran) Sura 2:191 – Kill Them Wherever You Find Them (09:14) (Quran) Sura 9 – Kill the Polytheists (Christians) (10:07) (Quran) Sura 9:29 – Fight the Jews and Christians (10:13) (Quran) Sura 5:33 – Death for Blasphemy (10:41) (Quran) Sura 4:89 – Death for Apostasy (11:03) What the Quran Says About Women (11:14) (Quran) Sura 4:24 – Rape of Female Captives (11:30) (Quran) Sura 4:34 – Wife Beating Permitted (11:49) (Quran) Sura 4:11 – Women Inherit Half (11:59) (Hadith) Muhammad Marries Aisha at 6 (12:22) (Hadith) Women Are the Majority in Hell (13:02) What the Quran Says About Heaven (13:44) (Quran) Sura 56:22 – Virgins for Men in Paradise (14:14) (Quran) Sura 47:15 – Rivers of Wine (14:29) (Quran) Sura 76:19 – Young Servant Boys (14:46) What Do Women Get in Heaven? (16:22) This Is a Spiritual Battle, Not Political (16:41) (Bible) John 1:4 – In Him Is Life (17:17) (Bible) Luke 4:18 – Freedom for the Oppressed (17:59) Jesus Is Emmanuel—And He Came for You Song of the Week: Living Hope - Bethany Wohrle https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UgZGbeQnQb4&pp=ygUfbGl2aW5nIGhvcGUgYmV0aGFueSB3b2hybGUgbGl2ZQ%3D%3D   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #WomenInIslam #JesusAppearingInDreams #ChristianPodcast #MuslimWomen #FaithAndCulture #YouCanHandleTheTruth

In this timely episode, we talk immigration, faith, and facts with Jim Robb from NumbersUSA. With over 30 years of experience, Jim helps us understand what’s really happening at the border and how Christians can respond with both wisdom and compassion. We unpack voting trends, chain migration, and biblical principles that challenge believers on both sides of the political aisle. Don’t miss this episode if you’ve ever wrestled with how to love your neighbor and protect your country.   (00:00) Intro (00:34) Meet Jim Robb of NumbersUSA (01:36) Why Immigration Is a Hot Topic Today (02:07) Our Goal: Facts, Not Sides (02:30) What the Bible Does and Doesn’t Say on Immigration (03:36) How Many People Have Really Crossed the Border? (10:12) Why Kathy Trusts NumbersUSA (16:09) When ICE Raids Reveal the Unexpected (22:28) The Christian Dilemma: Loving the Immigrant, Following the Law (25:15) Why Latino Work Ethic Earns Respect (27:11) Immigration and Emergency Room Overload (28:29) Skills-Based vs. Chain Migration: What’s the Impact? (34:07) Why Trump’s Victory Was Tied to Immigration (34:54) Scripture Reading: Matthew 25:35 (35:31) Can We Be Compassionate and Practical? (37:14) Balancing National Security with Biblical Love (39:01) What Needs to Change in Immigration Policy (40:16) Jim’s Book: Political Migrants (41:03) Final Thoughts   Numbers USA — Immigration Gumballs https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=immigration+gumballs&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:ba628279,vid:iatxAIQTij4,st:0 Link to purchase Jim Robb’s book "Political Migrants" https://www.amazon.com/Political-Migrants-Hispanic-Move-How-Conventional/dp/1737954737   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you.   Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ImmigrationCrisis #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndPolitics #NumbersUSA #BiblicalJustice #IllegalImmigration #BorderTruth #CompassionAndSecurity #ChristianResponse #FaithBasedPodcast #JesusAndJustice #PoliticalMigrants #BibleAndBorders #USImmigration #ImmigrationFacts #ScriptureSpeaks #ImmigrationDebate #FaithInAction

What happens when parents lose the right to say “no”? In this episode of You Can Handle the Truth! we sit down with Rosalind Hanson of Moms For Liberty to discuss the high-stakes Supreme Court case Mahmoud v. Taylor, where parents are fighting back against public school policies that force children to engage with explicit materials without the ability to opt out. From LGBTQ books in pre-K to state-backed sex education pushed by organizations like Planned Parenthood, this conversation digs into how far modern education has strayed from teaching truth - and how faith, courage, and scripture can light the way back.   (00:00) Intro (00:42) What Is Mahmoud v. Taylor? (01:20) Meet Our Guest: Rosalind Hanson (04:10) How Moms for Liberty Was Started (06:07) Sex Ed and Opt-Out in Maryland Schools (07:34) LGBTQ Curriculum Introduced in Language Arts (08:01) The Opt-Out Was Removed (08:47) God’s Hand in the Legal Fight (11:19) How the Curriculum Shifted Under Parents’ Noses (12:25) “Pride Puppy” and Explicit Books for Pre-K (14:01) Trans Topics and Teacher Talking Points (15:35) Planned Parenthood and Sex Ed Curriculum (17:00) Kathy’s California Flashback (20:11) The Bigger Issue: Who's Behind the Curriculum? (24:00) Supreme Court Case Status and Background (32:04) Philippians 4:8 (34:35) What This Means for Christian Parents (38:22) Isaiah 5:20 (39:01) Closing Encouragement and Prayer for the Case   Like, follow, and leave a comment—we love hearing from you. Song of the Week: Andrew Ripp - For The Love Of God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbkYijXb5HQ Connect with Us: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@YCHT_Podcast Instagram: @ycht_podcast Facebook: You Can Handle the Truth Twitter/X: @YCHT_Podcast TikTok: @ycht_podcast Website: www.youcanhandletruth.com  Or contact us at our email info@youcanhandletruth.com   #ParentalRights #ReligiousLiberty #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndFreedom #ProtectInnocence #ChristianMoms #BiblicalTruth #ChristianParenting #MomsForLiberty #LGBTQCurriculum #SchoolCurriculum #SupremeCourtCase #MahmoudvTaylor #MontgomeryCountySchools #SexEdDebate #FaithInAction #BiblicalWorldview #ScriptureMatters