The Average Apologist Podcast

The Eucharist: What Christians Have Always Believed

What have Christians always believed about the Eucharist? In this episode, we explore the historic teaching of the Church on the Lord’s Supper—tracing a consistent witness from the early Church Fathers through the Reformed confessions. Was the Eucharist ever understood as merely symbolic, or has the Church always affirmed a real participation in the body and blood of Christ? We examine key voices throughout church history to show how Christians across time have understood this central act of worship. Whether you’re new to the topic or wrestling with different views of communion, this episode offers a clear and grounded introduction to the historic Christian position on the Eucharist. Subscribe to The Average Apologist Below! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAverageApologist Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-apologist-podcast/id1551745315 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5boGPjtYSxW7s6YgFT9dg0 Email us at: theaverageapologistpodcast@gmail.com

What Is Lent? An Introduction with Rev. Lance Hancock

What is Lent, and why do Christians observe it? In this episode, we sit down with an Anglican pastor to explore the meaning and purpose of Lent, the role of prayer and fasting, and whether Lent is biblical. We discuss Ash Wednesday, the 40 days of Lent, and how Christians today can observe Lent faithfully as they prepare their hearts for Easter. Whether you're Anglican, evangelical, Reformed, or simply curious, this conversation offers a clear introduction to Lent and its spiritual disciplines. Link to the Daily Office: https://www.dailyoffice2019.com/ Subscribe to The Average Apologist Below! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAverageApologist Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-apologist-podcast/id1551745315 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5boGPjtYSxW7s6YgFT9dg0 Email us at: theaverageapologistpodcast@gmail.com

A Brotherly Critique of Amir Tsarfati and Jack Hibbs

In this episode, we respond to several concerning clips from author and speaker Amir Tsarfati and pastor Jack Hibbs. We examine specific claims they have made regarding the nation of Israel and the Church’s supposed obligation to adhere to a Dispensational framework. While we most certainly affirm them as brothers in Christ, the theological assertions in question are serious and deserve significant pushback. Link to Steve Gregg's video on this topic: https://youtu.be/uEs2ePrIhx8?si=fOYgUJq1dlw6AF4Y Subscribe to The Average Apologist Below! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAverageApologist Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-apologist-podcast/id1551745315 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5boGPjtYSxW7s6YgFT9dg0 Email us at: theaverageapologistpodcast@gmail.com

On ICE and Epstein

In this episode, we offer some wisdom for navigating the overwhelming flood of information rushing at us from the online world. We also reflect on the power of propaganda, cultural grooming, and what it looks like to remain steadfast in the faith during these dark and evil times. This isn’t an attempt to breakdown theories or do an investigative deep dive. We’re simply recalibrating our perspective to see more clearly through a biblical lens. Subscribe to The Average Apologist Below! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAverageApologist Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-apologist-podcast/id1551745315 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5boGPjtYSxW7s6YgFT9dg0 Email us at: theaverageapologistpodcast@gmail.com

Theo Wars and Christian Catholicity

In this episode, we discuss the vile and volatile nature of reformed social media, how we can resist the temptation to become mere products of theological culture wars, and how we can remain faithful to Christ in our Christian catholicity. Subscribe to The Average Apologist Below! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAverageApologist Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-apologist-podcast/id1551745315 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5boGPjtYSxW7s6YgFT9dg0 Email us at: theaverageapologistpodcast@gmail.com