Cold Case Christianity

Is the Shroud of Turin a genuine relic of Jesus, a medieval hoax, or something else entirely? In this second episode on the Shroud of Turin, cold-case detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace examines the shroud the way he would any piece of evidence in a homicide trial, focusing on chain of custody, historical silence, and what the earlie...

J. Warner reviews evidence from ancient non-Christian historians and sources—including Thallus, Tacitus, Mara bar Serapion, Phlegon, and Pliny the Younger—that confirm the historical existence, crucifixion, and remarkable influence of Jesus. He demonstrates how these unfriendly witnesses provide valuable corroboration for key biblical claims about Jesus, supporting the reliab...

When I first began investigating the Gospels, I wasn’t a believer. In fact, I didn’t even own a Bible. My journey started when a pastor said something that caught my attention—he claimed that Jesus was the smartest person who ever lived. That statement intrigued me enough to go out and buy a Bible for the first time. My initial goal wasn’t faith or theology; I simply wanted t...

Are our favorite superheroes just modern myths—or are they clues that we were made for something more? In this episode, cold-case detective and Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace takes you on a deep dive into the “theology of superheroes.” Drawing from Marvel, DC, and other comic-book universes, J. Warner explores how the attributes we assign to our heroes—unlimited power,...

J. Warner unveils the most overlooked step in sharing the gospel: carefully identifying who is open to hearing the case for Christianity, much like selecting the right jury in a trial. He explains how understanding people’s openness helps tailor the approach for believers, doubters, and skeptics, ensuring that evidence is communicated effectively and compassionately to those ...